NHS launches new online guide

Jul 8 2009 by Julie Watt, Dumfries Standard Wednesday

HOLIDAYMAKERS can enjoy a happier, healthier holiday thanks to a new online guide from NHS 24.

The Healthy Holiday Guide contains helpful advice and information on summer holiday health issues from sunburn and stings to travel sickness and tummy trouble.

Dr George Crooks, NHS 24’s medical director, says that taking simple steps before setting off on holiday can make all the difference.

He said: “It’s always better to be prepared and our guide helps holidaymakers to do just that. Whether it’s knowing what vaccinations to have in advance, what to do when an upset tummy strikes or how to deal with insect bites, this online guide is a useful tool.

“By taking simple steps, we can minimise or even prevent minor health problems from ruining our holidays. We would encourage anyone planning a holiday to visit our website, www.nhs24.com for more information.”

The guide — available at www.nhs24.com/healthy-hols — offers advice and information on some of the most common holiday ills.

General advice includes always wearing sunscreen and sunglasses to making sure you have an emergency first aid kit.