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The E111 form is no longer valid. You will now need a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) to receive free...
Check what vaccinations you need with your GP at least six weeks before you travel...
Different airlines apply different rules to women who wish to fly during pregnancy...
A deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot (thrombus) that develops in a deep vein, usually in the lower leg...
Most skiing holiday resorts (especially in Europe) have a very high level of water quality...
It is advised to introduce yourself gradually to any exotic food. It is always wise to take a number of food safety precautions...
You could include a few essential items in your luggage, a basic first aid kit should do the trick...
Many countries have widely different immunisation entry requirements...
Always take precautions against the strength of the sun on a skiing holiday. At altitude...
It is advised to choose one that says it protects against both UVA and UVB radiation from the sun. This may be labelled ‘broad spectrum'. The SPF (sun protection factor) tells you the amount of protection the sun cream gives against UVB radiation. It is recommended to use factor 40 in the morning and to reapply every couple of hours. Generally cheaper sun blocks are just as effective as expensive one as they are all tested in the same way. Although it is important to check the ‘use by' date, most creams last around 2-3 years.
Sun block guide:
Factor 15 - only 7% of the harmful UVB rays will get through
Factor 30 - only 4% of the harmful UVB rays will get through
Factor 60 - only 2% of the harmful UVB rays will get through
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