P461 CEEFAX 2 461 Fri 07 Feb 21:15/52 W"£££"£££"£££ /5 Depbrtmjnt of Health Do's and Don'ts Git a copy of the department's frii leaflet Health Advice for Travellers — known as the T5. It contains vital information and advice and includes an application for Form E121 which entitles you to free or reduced cost jmjrgjncy medical treatment in many EC countries. You can obtain a copy at the Post Office or bz calling the Health Literature Line on 0800 555 777. The form must bj signed and stamped at the Post Office before you can use it. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 Health TVORadio Wjathjr Main MenuP461 CJJFAX 2 461 Fri 07 Feb 21:10/24 2/5 Department of Health Do's and Don'ts @ Check with your doctor well in advance of departure — two months if possible — to see if you need anti- malarial tablets or immuniuation. Check even if you are travelling at shozt notice. Malaria can be a very serious disease. If the area you are visiting is malarious use insect repellents to avoid biter and take regularly the anti-malarial pills recommended. Travel headlin u 430 Front page 100 Health TV/Radio Wjathjt Main MenuP461 CEEFAX 2 461 Fri 07 Feb 21:14/47 Wj£3kj£3kj£3k E 3/5 Department of H alth Do's and Don'ts Accidents are the main cause of health problems among travellers: Take r l on h ro d and w h watit. Too much sun can cause long titm 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 before handling food. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 Health TV/Radio Weathjt Main MenuP461 CJEFAX 2 461 Fri 07 Feb 21:12/22 4/5 Department of Health Do's and Don'ts Always take out adequate health insurance before you travel. Even if yo ar t av llin to an EC country covered bz the E111 form you may not have adequate cover 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 Travelsafi leaflet. For a free copy call the National Aids Helpline on 80 67 12 . Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 Health TV/Radio Wjathjr Main MenuP461 CJEFAX 2 461 Fri 07 Feb 21:27/48 / 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. Auk your GP, pharmacist ot ttavjl company for details. Do not put yourself at risk of HIV infection or other sexually transmitted disjasjs. If you do have sex with somjonj othjt than your usual partner while abroad always use a condom. Travel headlines 430 Front page 100 Health TV/Radio Weather Main Menu