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With the September school break around the corner and the end of the year holidays not too far away, you might be already making travel plans with your family. We are sharing with our readers, an informative article <\/a>from GetDoc.com<\/a>, on how to check your travel fitness before you embark on your next memorable trip! <\/p>\n\n\n

“When the new year\u2019s calendar was published, there was one thing we all looked for \u2013 guess, guess? Yes, the holiday list and the possibility of long weekends. Surprisingly we have many possibilities to have long weekends this year.<\/p>\n\n\n

Now holiday list is out, what would be your next obvious plan? Travel, Yay! Yes, so with travel on your mind you set out to plan where you would like to spend your holidays this year. Apart from thinking about the budget (tickets\/hotel), visa, there is something else you must divert your attention to. Your health. A holiday is never a holiday if we fall sick before or during the trip. We always think of it as a waste of money and time. Yes, it is true that you can never predict when you can fall sick, but you can atleast take some precautions right?<\/p>\n\n\n

Here are 5 pointers that you can check out to ensure you are Fit For Travel<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n

1. Find out about travel vaccines<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n

First of all, after you decide on the country\/place you will be visiting, make sure you find out if there are any compulsory vaccines needed to be taken before you arrive there. Not sure where you can find this information? Check out Fit For Travel<\/a> brought to you by GetDoc, powered by NHS.<\/p>\n\n\n

2. Consult your Doctor about necessary medication<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n

Some countries can be a risk especially if malaria is prevalent there. If so, consult your doctor whether you need to start medication before travelling.<\/p>\n\n\n

3. Pack your travel health kit<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n

Preparing a kit of travel health essentials, including sunscreen, painkillers and antiseptic is recommended.<\/p>\n\n\n

The contents of a travel health kit can vary according to your destination(s). In general, a basic kit can include the following:<\/p>\n\n\n

A basic first aid kit can contain:<\/p>\n\n\n