Cholera
What is it?
Is a bacterial infection which affects the gastro intestinal tract
Risk areas:
Cholera is found throughout the world where there is poor sanitation. In particular parts of Africa, India, South East Asia, the Middle East and parts of Central America.
Transmission:
Usually via contaminated water, but can also be found in shellfish and food that hasn’t been cooked properly.
Symptoms:
Range from mild to severe diarrhoea, vomiting, abdominal cramps and dehydration. Cholera spreads where there is a lack of sanitary conditions and can cause sudden outbreaks.
Treatment:
Medical help should be sought without delay.
Vaccinations:
Vaccination is advised only for those at occupational risk. For those at special risk protective clothing should be worn. The normal traveller who is not visiting unsanitised areas will not normally be at risk.
If you are travelling to a country which may be affected by Cholera, please contact your GP for full vaccination details.
Quick Quote!
Annual
Single Trip
Winter Sports
Dr Travel Tips
- When camping, reduce the chance of insect bites by wearing light coloured clothing and avoiding perfumes.
- This is on 'oldy but a goody': always pack a spare pair of clothes in you hand luggage just in ‘case’ the airline loses your other baggage.
- Before you travel you should call your bank and let them know where you are travelling and the dates of your trip to avoid bank card issues.
- Some tips seem obvious but return the best value, this is one. Always retain a cheery disposition wherever you are travelling, you will receive far greater service – a smile is multilingual.
- To save space in your luggage and reduce the weight should you be charged extra, take samples of toiletries rather than packing your large ‘home size’ containers.
