If you live with food allergies then you are likely well aware of how to prevent an allergic reaction. You may be used to not having that food in the house, carefully reading labels, letting restaurant staff know of your allergies when eating out, and carrying an epi-pen with you if your allergies are severe. […]
We’ve all heard of malaria, dengue fever, typhoid fever and hepatitis. These are all common infectious diseases we hear about while traveling, especially in developing countries. But what about the lesser known infectious diseases? Like ciguatera, which is the most frequently reported cause of fish-borne poisoning worldwide. Are you at risk? What is ciguatera? Ciguatera […]
Flu season is upon us and if you haven’t already had your flu shot it’s time to think about getting one. We are in the midst of flu season in Canada and cases are continuing to increase. Peak activity will usually occur from mid-December until the end of January. While it is better to get […]
Most Memorable Trip: I’ve had several memorable trips but my most recent trip to Peru was a highlight for me. I had been immersed in the business for a few years and I’d been planning to visit Peru for a long time. It was time to make it happen. A friend has a home right […]
Life is full of surprises. Purchasing travel health insurance before your next trip abroad will help with the financial aspects in the event of the unexpected.We wouldn’t dream of getting in our car and driving without auto insurance, or owning a house without homeowner’s insurance, as the risk of going without is just too high. […]
Zika became a very familiar word to many people during the large outbreak of the virus in Brazil in 2015, when there were an estimated 440,000-1,300,000 people infected. The virus was frequently reported in the media as it spread throughout South America, Central America and the Caribbean and was linked to birth defects in infants […]
Kim is a Nurse Practitioner consultant who sees clients in our Hastings-Sunrise location. She has been working with us since 2018 and we’re thrilled to have her. She brings extensive experience and knowledge in travel health and vaccinations and we also like her efficiency. Most Memorable trip: Paris, France While I have taken some trips […]
Many travellers are surprised when they learn they should receive a polio vaccine for their trip, believing polio to be a disease of the past. While it is true that Canada and the rest of the Americas was declared “polio-free” in 1994, polio remains a risk in certain countries. There may even be countries where […]
Southeast Asia – comprised of eleven countries of extraordinary diversity in religion, culture and history – is one of the top travel destinations on the planet. The storied region has been popular with travellers since the late 1960s when Westerners began making backpacking journeys across the neighbouring nations, and today remains a leading tourist hub. […]
Summer is over, the leaves are falling, and the rain and cold weather have set in. There is no better time to start planning your next winter getaway. Did you know that if you are over the age of 60 you make up a large proportion of Canadian travellers? Whether it’s a week at an […]