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The Power of a Pre-Travel Consultation
Occasionally we are asked “Why do I need a pre-travel consultation?” There are many reasons why booking a pre-travel consultation is a good idea. Whether you’re travelling abroad for business or pleasure, you are likely to encounter health risks at your destination that are not a consideration in Canada. Why should I get a pre-travel […]
Who’s Who at TravelSafe Clinic – Kathy Lee, Office Manager
Kathy Lee works full-time and will most likely be the person who arranges your appointment at TravelSafe Clinic. She organizes our schedules and keeps our clinics running smoothly. Most Memorable trip: Cinque Terre, Italy because of its beauty and the people. The local people were very friendly and hospitable. It was the perfect vacation to unwind, as […]
Malaria Prevention – What You Should Know
At TravelSafe Clinic we see a lot of travellers planning trips to destinations where there is malaria risk. We also often see a lot of misconceptions when it comes to malaria and malaria medications. Below we’ll answer some common questions about malaria, address somemisconceptions, and outline the key things to know about malaria medications. Facts […]
Israel and Italy
When travelling to Europe from Canada, I love to combine at least a couple destinations into one trip – once arriving to the continent after making the long-haul flight, there seem to be an endless variety of accessible countries just a hop, skip and a jump away. This spring, I was lucky enough to go […]
Who’s Who at TravelSafe Clinic? Deborah Yee, RN, BScN
Deborah is a Registered Nurse and works in both our clinics administering vaccines. She is the newest member of our team. Most Memorable trip: One of my favourite trips was a vacation I took with five other nursing friends to Hawaii. We try to plan a big trip together every two years and we like […]
Activated Charcoal for Treating Traveller’s Diarrhea – Does it Work?
There has been a lot of hype about the use of activated charcoal to treat traveller’s diarrhea. We are often asked about activated charcoal by travellers that we see at TravelSafe Clinic. How effective is it? The use of activated charcoal as an effective treatment for traveller’s diarrhea has not been scientifically proven. Below we’ll […]
The Older Traveller
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 […]
It’s Time for your Flu Shot!
Flu season is just around the corner and it’s time to consider getting your flu shot. Sporadic cases of the flu are already being seen in parts of Canada while peak activity will usually occur from mid-December until the end of January. It is better to get your flu vaccine early so that you are […]
Who’s Who at TravelSafe Clinic? Administrative Assistant – Tammy Ho, BA
Tammy is in charge of the important tasks behind the scenes ensuring all our supplies are stocked and our clinics are organized. Tammy works in both our clinic locations. Tammy holds a Bachelor’s of Arts from the University of British Columbia and one of her goals is to do research work in public health. What […]
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