Key points Measles is highly contagious. Up to 9 in 10 people who are not immune will catch it after exposure. Australians born in or
Vietnam is one of those places that hits you in the senses (in the best way): lantern-lit rivers in Hội An, buzzing streets in Saigon,
Key points Travel vaccines protect against diseases such as hepatitis A, typhoid and yellow fever. Some routine vaccines, such as hepatitis B and HPV, also
Over the years, I’ve been lucky enough to live and work in some of the world’s most fascinating places. I spent a decade in Papua
In late 2024, I had the privilege of returning to Sri Lanka, a naturally beautiful island nation rich in culture, cuisine, and scenic landscapes. This
Key points The second trimester (weeks 13 to 26) is usually the easiest time to travel. Some airlines do not allow flying after 32 to
Key points Check your routine vaccines, including measles (MMR), before any overseas trip. Hepatitis A vaccine is recommended for travellers aged 1 year and over
Our journey through South America was an exhilarating mix of stunning landscapes, unexpected challenges, and essential travel lessons. Our four-week itinerary took us through Argentina,
Sex, drugs and rock’n’roll on 6 wheels: Keeping healthy while on a single’s bus tour! Mikala, one of our friendly front desk team members at
Key points Mosquitoes spread diseases including malaria, dengue, Japanese encephalitis, yellow fever and Ross River virus. Use a repellent containing DEET or picaridin on exposed
My wife and I recently embarked on an unforgettable journey to Inishmore, the largest of the Aran Islands, located off the coast of County Galway,
In April 2024, I embarked on an exhilarating 19-day trek around the Annapurna Circuit, covering approximately 230 kilometers and witnessing the stunning peaks of Annapurna
Written by Laura Mills, Dr Debs The Travel Doctor Brisbane As healthcare providers committed to comprehensive care, our recent trip to Singapore was more than
Egypt, with its long history of successive waves of invasion, occupation and religious upheaval has held a lifelong fascination for me. So when offered the
By Dr Dr T Huynh, Grange Road Medical Services We tried for the first time a cruise holiday, partly because friends of ours had booked