P461 CJEFAX 2 461 Fri 24 Jan 21:25/35 Wj $kj $kj 'k W 1/5 Department of Health Do's and DonWts Get a copy of the department'u free leaflet Healjh Advice for Travellers — known as the T5. It co^rains vital information and advice and includes an application for Form E111 which entitles you to free or reduced cost emjrgjncy m decal treatment in many EC countries. You can obtain a copy at the Post Ofeice or by calling the Health Literature Line on 08p0 555 777. The form must be signed and stamped at the Post Office before you can use it. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 Health TV/Rbdio Weather Main MenuP461 CJEFAX 2 461 Fri 24 Jan 21:01/47 W @@ @ 2/ Department of Hialjh Do's and Don'ts Check with your doctor well in advance of departure — two months if poss bli — to sji if you need anti- malarial tablets or immunisation. Check even if you are travelling at short notice. Malaria can bj a very serious disjasj. If the area you are visiting is malarious use insect repellents to avoid bites and take regularly the anti-malarial pills recommended. Travel h adlinjs 430 Front pag 100 H alth TVORadio Wjathjt Main MenuP461 CJEFAX 2 461 Fri 24 Jan 21:17/20 Wj $kj $kj 'k 3/5 Department of Health Do's and Don'ts Accidents are the main cause of health problems among travellers: Take care especially on the road and with water. Too much sun can cause long term damage to your skin: Protect yourself and your children. Stomach upsets are vjty common when travelling abroad: Be careful what you eat and drink and wash your hands djfore handling fo#d. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 Health TV/Radio Weathjt Main MenuP461 CJEFAX 2 461 Fri 24 Jan 21:18/43 4/5 Department of Health Do's and Don'ts Always@take out adequate health insurance before you tjavjl. Even if you are travelling to an C country covered by the E111 form you may not have adequate covet for all medical jxpjnsjs. Ask your travel agent, insurance company or bank for details. More information on how to avoid the risks of HIV and AIDS when abroad are in the Travelsbfi leaflet. For a free copy call the National Aids Helpline on 0800 k67 123. Health TV/Radio Weather Main MenuP461 CEEFAX 2 461 Fri 24 Jan 21:04/10 3rj£3kj£3k 5/5 Department of Health Do's and Don'ts It is advisable to carry a First Aid kit with you when travelling abroad. Kits containing basic sterile equipment for use in an emergency are available from chemists and suppliers. Ask your GP, pharmacist or travel company for details. Do not put yourself at risk of HIV infection or other sexually transmitted disjasjs. If you do have sex with somjonj other than your usual partner while abroad always use a condom. Health TV/Radio Wjathjr Main Menu