Travel Medicine

​At Gympie Road Medical Centre, the doctors are extensively involved in providing professional travel advice and vaccines.

Our purpose is to prepare you and your loved ones for a safe and healthy journey abroad. It is well documented that between 30% and 50% of travellers will get sick during a two week stay overseas, with many health issues being destination specific. While many of these concerns are just a nuisance with the potential to spoil your trip, some can be very serious. Some health problems can be avoided through travel vaccinations prior to travel, whereas others can be prevented by adopting avoidance measures gained through education. Travellers may be at greater risk due to pre-existing medical conditions. Good preparation is therefore the key to healthy travel.

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Before You Leave:​

The Consultation​

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Travel Vaccinations

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Anti-Malarial Medication​

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While You are Overseas:

Insect Avoidance

 

Cabin Health

 

Eating and Drinking Safely

 

When You Return:​

Despite our very best efforts, some of our travellers will still find themselves unwell while away, or upon their return. Travel related health problems are common but can be serious and should be investigated as soon as possible after return. If you had a health problem while away that has not been completely resolved, we advise that you receive a check-up.

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You may have developed symptoms such as a fever, diarrhoea, aches and pains, skin rashes or other symptoms. If this applies to you or someone, you know; we have the expertise to diagnose and treat returned travellers who are unwell. If a second opinion is required, we have close links with teaching hospitals and professionals in the fields of microbiology and infectious disease.