May Travel health tips for Summer Stay safe and Vaccinated in 2025
As the Summer unfolds, May marks the start of the busy travel season. Whether you’re planning a last minute holiday, a gap year adventure, or a long awaited family reunion abroad, it’s crucial to prepare not just your passport but your health too.
Luckily the Rainy season has just passed, time to unwrap your beach towels and sit on the beach!
Spotlight Destination: Southeast Asia
Southeast Asia continues to be a top destination for UK travellers in May. With its vibrant cultures, tropical beaches and affordable travel options, Southeast Asia continues to be a top destination for UK travellers in May. Countries like 🇹🇭Thailand, 🇻🇳Vietnam, 🇰🇭Cambodia and 🇮🇩Indonesia offer stunning landscapes- but they also come with specific health risks.
Recommended Vaccinations:
If you’re travelling to Southeast Asia, consider the following vaccinations:
- Hepatitis A – spread through contaminated food and water.
- Typhoid – common in areas with poor sanitation
- Tetanus, diphtheria & polio – Often bundled as a booster. Tetanus is caused by bacteria such as soil, dust and animal waste. Diphtheria is a respiratory infection which can be spread through coughing and sneezing. Polio is a viral illness that can cause paralysis and long-term disability.
- Rabies – Recommended for travellers spending a lot of time outdoors or in contact with animals such as Stray dogs and Monkeys.
Book your travel consultation at least 4-6 weeks before travelling. SOME VACCINES REQUIRE MULTIPLE DOSES OR TAKE TIME TO BECOME EFFECTIVE.
When to start thinking about getting vaccines
Don’t forget Mosquito protection:
May also marks the start of rainy season in many tropical countries – perfect breeding time for mosquitoes. Protect yourself from mosquito-borne illnesses like Malaria and dengue fever.
Wear long sleeves and sleep under a Mosquito net in high risk areas/ If you’re heading to a malaria – prone country, we can advise on and provide anti antimalarial medication.
🚨Methanol Poisoning Risks🚨
Poison outbreak in 2024 a group of tourists drank what they thought was the local spirit in Laos. But it was super unsafe and caused methanol poisoning which was toxic, deadly and completely preventable. Be aware not to drink any local or free spirits/ drinks.
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Travel checklist for May
- Travel vaccines up to date?
- Insect repellent and mosquito net packed? Malaria tablets?
- Prescription meds filled for the duration of the trip?
- Travel insurance (Including health coverage)?
BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY:
Even if you’re travelling at short notice our team at World Travel Clinic can help. We offer a range of Travel vaccinations, and expert travel health advice tailored to your destination.
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