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Health advice for travellers

… destination, try to eat and sleep according to local time Food and water safety in developing countries Eat foods that … on the label. Use a lip balm with an SPF of 30 or higher. Apply repellent 15 to 30 minutes after sunscreen. … of sexually transmitted infections, but they can reduce the risk Women who only use diaphragms should male partners to …

Measles mumps rubella MMR vaccine

… not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to … encephalitis from measles is about 1 in 1,000 which is much higher than from the vaccine. It is important to stay in the … contact with an infected person's saliva when sharing food, drinks, cigarettes or by kissing. Measles , also known …

Safety for the perinatal population during extreme heat

… Extreme heat happens when the heat and humidity are much higher than we would expect during a normal summer day. … or had a baby within the past 6 weeks may be at a higher risk, especially if they do not have access to a cool indoor … young children during extreme heat For more information on foods and drinks to limit or avoid during pregnancy or …

Safety for infants and young children during extreme heat

… Extreme heat happens when the heat and humidity are much higher than we would expect during a normal summer day. … year) and young children (1-5 years) may be at a higher risk of heat-related illness, especially if they do not have … bottle or cup with a straw as age-appropriate and offer foods with extra fluid content such as fruit and dairy …

Travelling with children

… Document Spanish Document Vietnamese Children are at higher risk of getting sick from travel to tropical and developing … Breastfeeding is the best way to reduce the risk of foodborne and waterborne illness. You should purify (boil …

Mumps

… objects and surfaces contaminated with the virus. Sharing food, drinks or cigarettes, or kissing someone who has the virus can also put you at risk. What are the symptoms? Symptoms may include fever, … not be given to anyone under 18 years of age due to the risk of Reye Syndrome. *Ibuprofen should not be given to …

Measles

… or touch objects contaminated with the virus. The airborne spread of measles virus makes the disease very contagious. Sharing food, drinks or cigarettes, or kissing someone who has the virus can also put you at risk. What are the symptoms? Symptoms of measles include …

Measles mumps rubella and varicella MMRV vaccine

… encephalitis from measles, about 1 in 1,000, is much higher than from the vaccine. The risks of serious reactions following MMRV vaccine have not … contact with an infected person’s saliva when sharing food, drinks, cigarettes, or by kissing. Varicella can also …

Rubella

… caused by the rubella virus. Rubella is usually a mild illness but can be very serious for pregnant women and their … or touch objects contaminated with the virus. Sharing food, drinks or cigarettes, or kissing someone who has the virus can also put you at risk. What are the symptoms? Symptoms may include a rash, …

Tetanus immune globulin

… blood donation is also tested for the presence of blood-borne viruses before being used to make TIg. Many chemical … viruses present. However, there is an extremely small risk of passing some blood-borne infections through the use … short-term protection against infection. It can prevent illness or make the illness less severe. What are the …