Travel medicine doesn’t just include vaccination but also food and sun safety, advice on taking medication when crossing time zones, legalities of taking certain medications into some countries, the role of “just in case” antibiotics, and much more.
Most travel destinations carry some risks, and because everyone’s past history, current needs and future travel plans are different, it’s important that each family member have their own consultation, even if you are travelling together, and you feel everyone’s situation is identical.
Those planning overseas trips should see us for advice – preferably 6 months before leaving, but at least 6 weeks – as multiple vaccinations may need to be given over this period.