Water should only be used for drinking if is known to be pure and safe. This also applies to water used for making ice cubes and cleaning teeth.

Travellers' diarrhoea is spread mainly through food and water, but also from person to person and is one of the commonest health problems experienced during travel.

In areas of the world where sanitation and hygiene are of poor quality, food and drinking water can become contaminated with harmful organisms or toxins.

Pregnancy creates an altered state of health which requires practical consideration before travel.

Long-distance travel is a risk factor in the development of blood clots.

Travelling to destinations at high altitude can be exciting, challenging and rewarding.

If you use insulin, a continuous glucose monitor or blood glucose meter then you should be aware of the issues of carrying insulin, injecting equipment, medical devices and glucose monitoring equipment during travel.

Many people with diabetes need to travel with medication and/or medical devices and be able to access medical attention if needed.

All travellers going overseas with medication should check if there are any restrictions on medications they intend to take prior to travel.

Country specific malaria information and malaria maps are available via Destinations.

Antimalarial tablets must always be used alongside mosquito bite prevention.

Antimalarial tablets must always be used alongside mosquito bite avoidance measures.

Also known as Malarone, antimalarial tablets must always be used alongside mosquito bite avoidance measures.

Standby Emergency Treatment for Malaria.

Avoidance of mosquito bites should always be considered as the first line of defence against mosquito-borne infections.

Health considerations when flying. Airlines can refuse to carry passengers if there could be serious consequences to a passenger’s health during flight, or they have medical conditions that may worsen during a flight.