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Traveller's Diarrhoea: Prevention, Treatment, and the 'Just In Case' Antibiotics
As we age, travel can become even more rewarding, offering time for complex, bucket-list destinations like South America or Asia. However, long-haul journeys and foreign environments present unique challenges, particularly when managing existing health conditions and medications.
The Older Traveller: Health Checks and Extra Considerations for Long Haul Trips
As we age, travel can become even more rewarding, offering time for complex, bucket-list destinations like South America or Asia. However, long-haul journeys and foreign environments present unique challenges, particularly when managing existing health conditions and medications.
Happy Travels, Healthy Kids: A Guide to Children's Travel Health
Family holidays are a time for fun, adventure, and creating lasting memories. But while you're busy planning activities and packing swimsuits, it's just as important to prepare for the health and well-being of your little ones. Children can be more susceptible to certain illnesses and conditions while travelling, which is why a little preparation goes a long way.
Protect Yourself from Malaria: A Traveller's Guide
Planning a trip to a tropical destination? While you're dreaming of sun-drenched beaches and exotic landscapes, it's crucial to be aware of a serious health risk in many of these regions: Malaria. This disease can be life-threatening, but with the right precautions, it is largely preventable.
Can Travel Vaccines Make You Sick? Understanding Side Effects
It’s completely normal to wonder: Can travel vaccines make you sick? before your appointment. The short answer is: No, they cannot give you the illness they are designed to prevent. They work by teaching your immune system to fight the disease, and this training process can sometimes result in mild, temporary side effects.
Travelling While Pregnant: Your Essential Guide to a Safe and Enjoyable Journey with Staffordshire Travel Care
Planning an exciting adventure abroad is all about ticking off your checklist: flights, accommodation, itinerary, and of course, your travel health. At Staffordshire Travel Care, conveniently located within all 10 Cornwell's Chemists branches across Staffordshire, we're your go-to experts for ensuring you're protected for your journey.
Passport, Ticket... and Pills: Travelling with Repeat Prescriptions
Planning a trip out of the UK can be exciting, but if you rely on daily medication, you need to prepare well in advance. Getting caught out abroad without your essential repeat prescriptions can quickly turn a holiday into a crisis.
Pack Peace of Mind: Creating Your Ultimate Travel First Aid Kit
While the glamour of travel involves passports and itineraries, a well-stocked first aid kit is your most valuable travel companion. It’s your immediate defence against minor scrapes, upsets, and common travel ailments, particularly when you’re far from a familiar pharmacy.
What is a Travel Health Appointment at Staffordshire Travel Care?
Are you planning an adventure abroad? Whether it's a backpacking trip through Southeast Asia or a family holiday to a remote location, a travel health appointment is the most crucial step in your preparation.
How Long Do Travel Vaccines Last? Understanding Your Protection with Staffordshire Travel Care
Planning an exciting adventure abroad is all about ticking off your checklist: flights, accommodation, itinerary, and of course, your travel health. At Staffordshire Travel Care, conveniently located within all 10 Cornwell's Chemists branches across Staffordshire, we're your go-to experts for ensuring you're protected for your journey.
Passport Ready, Health Ready: Your Pre-Travel Checklist Starts Here in Staffordshire
That moment you finally book your dream holiday – it’s exhilarating! The flights are sorted, the accommodation is confirmed, and your passport is safely tucked away. But before you start packing your swimwear or hiking boots, there’s one crucial part of your pre-travel checklist that often gets overlooked: getting your health ready.
Stay Healthy on Holiday: Essential Travel Vaccines for Going Abroad
Planning an international trip is really exciting, but it's crucial to prioritise your health. Ensuring you're vaccinated against potential diseases not only safeguards your well-being but also enhances the overall travel experience. At Cornwell's Chemists, we offer a comprehensive range of travel vaccinations to keep you protected on your journeys.
Stay Safe Backpacking: Top Travel Health Tips for South East Asia and South America
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