Subject:                          About flu and travelling

 

 

Thank you!
Thank you for the very positive response we received to the first edition of Bon Voyage. We appreciate the feedback, and would like to invite you to continue emailing comments and submissions.

In this issue we focus on flu, which normally starts rearing its ugly head from
mid-April right through to the end of winter, and also offer some tips for travellers
with diabetes and how to beat economy class syndrome.

Enjoy, and until next time, hamba kahle!


Dr Albie de Frey

Medical Director
Travel Doctor

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Flu: What you should know when travelling - and even staying at home!

As the leaves start to fall you are more likely to come into regular contact with
people possibly infected with the influenza virus when travelling - on airplanes, in airports, as well as on trains, buses, in hotels and other types of accommodation.

Travellers to the tropics should, however, always consider malaria when suffering flu-like symptoms: World Malaria Day on 25 April serves as a reminder to all of us travelling in malaria endemic areas. More..

Travel safe even when you have diabetes

Many people suffering from diabetes live perfectly normal lives just by making small adjustments to their lifestyles. Travelling does, however, present some challenges, so bear the following guidelines in mind when planning a trip. More...

Beat economy class syndrome

As air travel increases each year, one can expect to hear and see more about the term "economy class syndrome" (ECS). This term is used to describe the symptoms experienced by frequent air travellers on long trips, but can be avoided by making a few changes to in-flight behaviour. More...

Visit the Eiffel Tower? Nah, too many people

Crowds, overpriced goods and services, persistent hawkers and oppressive heat are enough to drive tourists away from the world's most popular sights. More...

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