Travelling Advice
'Thinking of Travelling?'
Being prepared for the unexpected can help prevent illness from ruining your holiday. Use this guide to ensure you and your family remain in good health throughout your travels.
Before You Go
Other Things to consider
Vaccinations/Immunisations and Malaria
Visiting some countries may expose you to an increased risk of infectious disease.
Vaccinations and immunisations will help to ensure you are protected against such diseases. Each region you visit will have different vaccination requirements.
We recommend consulting your doctor to find out what preventative measures you will need to take.
Your pharmacists at Cincotta Discount Chemist Belrose can advise which travel
vaccines you’ll need for your destination(s). Our pharmacists can also Administer
many common travel vaccines. Book online or visit us in store.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is a must when travelling overseas, regardless of your destination and regardless of your current health. Most private health insurers do not automatically provide international health cover so it is important to contact your provider for more information. Most insurers will offer discounted premiums for those who already have insurance with them so this is a good place to start. Otherwise, don’t be afraid to shop around for the best cover and price.
Travelling with medicines
Many countries have different laws regarding possession of prescription and non-prescription medicines. To avoid any unnecessary encounters with customs officials it is highly recommended to contact the embassy of the countries you will be visiting on your trip, including any stop over locations, to ensure all medicines you have in your possession are legal in that country. Many issues encountered involve, but are not limited to, pain medicines.
Need Extra Medication For Your Holiday?
For patients who will reach their yearly Safety Net for medicines,
filling extra repeats can affect their Safety Net total. A 20-Day Rule (and a 50-day Rule for 60-day dispensing scripts) exists between the supply of medicines subsidised by the PBS. The pharmacist can help you determine if this rule will impact your Safety Net. Speak to our pharmacists for advice on managing your medicines whilst on holiday.
Essentials Contacts
We strongly recommend contacting the following organisations/services prior to your trip for further information about your destination, travel health and for up-to-date travel advice.
Important Information for Traveller’s Diarrhoea or Vomiting
Traveller’s diarrhoea is an important illness which requires prompt action to ensure it does not evolve into a more serious health issue. Prevention is key. Travelan is recommended as a preventative therapy. Avoid all suspicious foods and drinks where you believe proper sanitation was not involved in its preparation. If diarrhoea or vomiting presents as a problem, the first step should be initiating rehydration therapy using or rehydration salts such as Gastrolyte or Hydralyte. Antidiarrhoeals such as lmodium or Gastrostop should be reserved for when they are necessary only. If diarrhoea or vomiting persist, the stool becomes bloody, or if you are unable to maintain adequate fluidintake, it is important you seek medical attention either by contacting the concierge of your accommodation, informing your travel operator or contacting your local Australian Embassy. For more information on the appropriate treatment of Traveller’s diarrhoea and vomiting, please speak to our pharmacists.
- DFAT – Dept. of Foreign Affairs & Trade
- www.cdc.gov/travel
- www.dfat.gov.au
- www.smarttraveller.gov.au
- www.passports.gov.au
- www.travelclinic.com.au
- www.welltogo.com.au
- Your Local GP and Us! Your Community Pharmacist.
Ask Our Pharmacists
Advice Line:
9629 7422
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for free professional, individualised advice.
Our Staff
We extend our guiding philosophy to our staff members too. It’s important for our pharmacists, pharmacy assistants and other team members to prioritise their health and well-being by balancing their work and home lives. Every staff member becomes part of our extended ‘family’. Plus, it’s great to see a familiar, friendly face at your local pharmacy who knows you and understands your health concerns.
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Complications
Complications
Gradually increased high blood
glucose levels can cause:
• Excessive thirst
• Passing more urine
• Tiredness
• Always feeling hungry
• Blurred vision
• Frequent infections (e.g., thrush,
cystitis)
Diabetes is a chronic condition in
which the body has difficulty
regulating blood sugar (glucose)
levels. Insulin, a hormone made
by the pancreas, helps cells take in
glucose from the blood to use as
energy. When insulin doesn’t work
properly, blood sugar levels can
become too high, leading to
diabetes.
Diabetes is a chronic condition in
which the body has difficulty
regulating blood sugar (glucose)
levels. Insulin, a hormone made
by the pancreas, helps cells take in
glucose from the blood to use as
energy. When insulin doesn’t work
properly, blood sugar levels can
become too high, leading to
diabetes.
Diabetes is a chronic condition in
which the body has difficulty
regulating blood sugar (glucose)
levels. Insulin, a hormone made
by the pancreas, helps cells take in
glucose from the blood to use as
energy. When insulin doesn’t work
properly, blood sugar levels can
become too high, leading to
diabetes.
Diabetes is a chronic condition in
which the body has difficulty
regulating blood sugar (glucose)
levels. Insulin, a hormone made
by the pancreas, helps cells take in
glucose from the blood to use as
energy. When insulin doesn’t work
properly, blood sugar levels can
become too high, leading to
diabetes.
Diabetes is a chronic condition in
which the body has difficulty
regulating blood sugar (glucose)
levels. Insulin, a hormone made
by the pancreas, helps cells take in
glucose from the blood to use as
energy. When insulin doesn’t work
properly, blood sugar levels can
become too high, leading to
diabetes.
Diabetes is a chronic condition in
which the body has difficulty
regulating blood sugar (glucose)
levels. Insulin, a hormone made
by the pancreas, helps cells take in
glucose from the blood to use as
energy. When insulin doesn’t work
properly, blood sugar levels can
become too high, leading to
diabetes.
Diabetes is a chronic condition in
which the body has difficulty
regulating blood sugar (glucose)
levels. Insulin, a hormone made
by the pancreas, helps cells take in
glucose from the blood to use as
energy. When insulin doesn’t work
properly, blood sugar levels can
become too high, leading to
diabetes.
Diabetes is a chronic condition in
which the body has difficulty
regulating blood sugar (glucose)
levels. Insulin, a hormone made
by the pancreas, helps cells take in
glucose from the blood to use as
energy. When insulin doesn’t work
properly, blood sugar levels can
become too high, leading to
diabetes.
Diabetes is a chronic condition in
which the body has difficulty
regulating blood sugar (glucose)
levels. Insulin, a hormone made
by the pancreas, helps cells take in
glucose from the blood to use as
energy. When insulin doesn’t work
properly, blood sugar levels can
become too high, leading to
diabetes.
Diabetes is a chronic condition in
which the body has difficulty
regulating blood sugar (glucose)
levels. Insulin, a hormone made
by the pancreas, helps cells take in
glucose from the blood to use as
energy. When insulin doesn’t work
properly, blood sugar levels can
become too high, leading to
diabetes.