Travel Health
Planning a trip? IPA pharmacies provide comprehensive travel health services to ensure you’re fully prepared for your journey. From vaccinations to travel essentials, our pharmacists can help you stay healthy and safe while exploring the world.
Objectives
- To protect travellers from preventable illnesses through tailored health advice and vaccination services.
- To provide essential products and medications for a safe and worry-free trip.
- To educate travellers about health risks associated with specific destinations.
Key Features
- COVID-19 Vaccination: Convenient administration of COVID-19 vaccines to protect against the virus, with expert guidance on boosters or additional doses required for travel.
- Destination-Specific Guidance: Advice on vaccinations, medications, and precautions based on your travel destination.
- Travel Health Kits: Pre-packaged kits with over-the-counter essentials, including:
- Pain relievers.
- Antihistamines for allergies.
- Anti-diarrhoeals to manage gastrointestinal issues.
- Additional items tailored to your travel needs.
- Preventative Medications: Recommendations for antimalarials, altitude sickness prevention, and other travel-specific concerns.
How IPA Pharmacists Can Help
- Administer vaccinations (not available in all states) and provide expert advice on immunisation requirements for your destination.
- Customise travel health kits based on your specific needs and destination risks.
- Offer advice on managing chronic conditions while travelling, including medication storage and dosage schedules.
- Educate you on health precautions, including hydration, sun protection, and avoiding traveller’s diarrhoea.
- Provide ongoing support for follow-up vaccinations or health concerns post-travel.
Please note: This service may not be available at all IPA Pharmacies.
Important Information
The information provided on this website is shared in good faith for general informational purposes only. It does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation of any specific treatment, product, or service, nor is it a substitute for professional advice. Always consult with qualified professionals regarding matters related to your health, wellbeing, or other personal concerns. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the information, we cannot accept responsibility for any injury, loss, damage, or consequences resulting from its use.
