Travel vaccinations

Find out why vaccinations are important before you travel overseas, and learn about the vaccines you need to consider, their side effects and safety.

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Travelling to your healthcare appointment

Travelling to receive healthcare can be complex, time-consuming and costly. Here's how to help reduce these burdens through good planning.

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Safe travels! 10 tips for a healthy holiday

Travel can be great, but there are some risks involved, especially overseas. Make the most of your holiday and have a safe trip by using these health tips.

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How to stay healthy and safe while travelling abroad during COVID-19

How to stay healthy and safe while travelling abroad during COVID-19.

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Travel health advice

Going overseas? Here are some tips on how to stay well during your holiday, including tips on food and water safety, insect risks and vaccinations.

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Motion sickness

Motion (or travel) sickness occurs when you feel unwell due to being in a moving vehicle. It is a normal response and can generally be prevented.

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Healthy holiday tips — infographic

No matter who you are or which country you’re visiting, it’s important to think about your health as you travel or prepare for a trip. You might find the healthy holiday tips in this infographic useful.

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Zika virus

Learn about the Zika virus, and why it's advisable for pregnant women to avoid travelling to countries with outbreaks.

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Stay safe while flying with diabetes

If you live with diabetes and travel by plane, forward preparation is crucial. Use these tips on meals, insulin and emergency planning so you arrive safely.

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Malaria

Malaria is a disease spread by the bite of infected mosquitoes, which causes an infection of the red blood cells.

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Travel and other restrictions

Learn more about current restrictions in Australia, including interstate and overseas travel.

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COVID-19 information and support services by state and territory

Links to state and territory-based information on COVID-19, regarding health, travel restrictions, events, school, self-isolation and work.

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After you get the COVID-19 vaccination

Frequently asked questions about what happens after a COVID-19 vaccination, in regard to side effects, restrictions, travel and more.

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Long-term illness and finances

After being diagnosed with a long-term illness, it's important to think about the cost of treatment and support, travel and accommodation costs and childcare. Learn more here.

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Guide dogs

Guide dogs, also called seeing eye dogs, are animals trained to help people who are blind or visually impaired to travel safely.

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Human growth hormone

Human growth hormone is a small protein that travels in the bloodstream to stimulate growth. Learn more about the medical uses of human growth hormone.

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Chikungunya virus

Chikungunya is a viral disease spread by infected mosquitoes. It is found mainly in Africa and Asia, so if you're travelling to these areas, you should take precautions against insect bites.

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Cholera

Cholera is an illness that gives you severe diarrhoea and dehydration. It is most likely to be found in parts of the world with poor water and sanitary services.

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Underlying causes of diarrhoea

Diarrhoea has many causes, including both acute and long-term health conditions; bowel disease; viruses, bacteria and parasites; and even medical treatments.

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How long should you stay out of the pool after diarrhoea?

Summer's here, which means more pool time. But it's important to not go swimming in pools if infected with Cryptosporidium – a parasite that causes diarrhoea.

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Shigella (bowel infection)

Shigella infection is an infection of the gut that usually causes diarrhoea. You can become infected through contaminated food or water.

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E. coli infection

E. coli (or escherichia coli) is a type of bacteria that causes both minor and severe illness. Learn about the symptoms, causes and treatments of E. coli here.

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Gastroenteritis

Gastroenteritis (gastro) is an infection of the gut that can cause diarrhoea and vomiting. Learn here about gastro treatment and symptoms.

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Diarrhoea

Diarrhoea may last for just a few days, or it might indicate something more serious. Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatments for diarrhoea.

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Vomiting in children

Learn more about the causes of vomiting in children, and use these handy tips to help alleviate the symptoms.

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Vomiting

Vomiting in adults is usually not a sign of anything serious and tends to only last one or two days. Learn the causes and when to seek medical advice.

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Diarrhoea in children

Diarrhoea in children is very common, and when certain other symptoms are present, it may be serious. Find out here about the causes, symptoms and treatments.

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Queensland rural and remote health services

Queensland's rural and remote regions make careful planning and preparation essential to help you meet the challenge of accessing health services.

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Tasmania rural and remote health services

Tasmania's rural and isolated regions make careful planning and preparation essential to help you meet the challenge of accessing health services.

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Victoria rural and remote health services

Regional and rural Victoria's health services are important to all in the state. Knowing where they are will give you confidence when you need help.

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