Summer wellbeing
Travelling abroad
Many of us enjoy travelling abroad and there are simple things we can do to stay healthy when we do.
The sun can be stronger and temperatures higher so we should be more careful to keep ourselves cool and protect our skin and eyes from the sun.
It's a good idea to be prepared and make sure that you have enough of your prescription medications to last your whole holiday and for a few days after you return.
It can also be useful to prepare a travel first aid kit to take with you - you might not always be able to buy the same things in pharmacies in other countries that you can at home.
Travel first aid checklist:
- antihistamines
- painkillers
- antiseptic wipes
- plasters
- insect repellent
- insect bite treatment
- sunburn treatment
- sterile dressings
- tweezers
- scissors
- thermometer
- medication for pre-existing conditions