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Australia is known for its beautiful landscapes, unique wildlife, and vibrant culture. It is an extremely popular travel destination for Irish people, who go in their thousands each year. However, while it may be an exciting travel destination, there are certain health risks that travellers should be aware of. Only in the last few days…
A thing that many of us look forward to when travelling to new countries is experiencing new cuisines. Getting to try authentic food right from where its sourced can be a fantastic way to broaden our culinary horizons. However, eating abroad should always be treated with an appropriate amount of caution because a delicious meal…
A disfiguring and potentially fatal parasitic disease present in southern Europe sounds like something from a B grade horror movie but unfortunately that is not the case and the risk is increasing. The insect vector is only 1/3 the size of a mosquito and yet contact with its bite can have devastating consequences for those…
Prior to the COVID19 pandemic many world experts were discussing the possibility that the Avian Influenza (‘Bird Flu’) virus would mutate and jump across the species bridge and change from being an animal-to-animal disease to one which could be easily passed from human-to-human with devastating consequences. The morbidity / mortality of Avian Flu is significantly…
Travelling is always an exciting prospect. The idea of exploring a brand-new place many miles away is something that all of us enjoy and look forward to. However, travel abroad should always be treated with an appropriate degree of caution and preparation as there are many risks associated with travelling. Keep reading to learn about…
Rabies is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system and is typically transmitted through the saliva of infected animals, typically through bites or scratches. The disease is found worldwide but is most common in regions where domestic dogs are not vaccinated against rabies. Rabies is not native to the Republic of Ireland and…
Almost three years after the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic, on January 8th, 2023, China finally reopened its borders. The point of origin for the Covid-19 pandemic, in the south-eastern city of Wuhan, China had kept its borders all but shut over the duration of the pandemic, keeping visitors out and its citizens in as…
Travelling abroad brings with it a set of inherent risks that travellers must always familiarise themselves with before they start their journey. And travelling alone can exacerbate those risks even further if they are not taken seriously enough. While solo travelling is an attractive prospect for many people around the world, it is vital that…
Ireland’s leading travel health group, Tropical Medical Bureau (TMB), have revealed the most popular long-haul destinations that Irish people have travelled to in 2022. TMB has reported a rise in demand for travel vaccines this year, exceeding 2019 levels. Thailand Vietnam Indonesia Peru Cambodia India Brazil Colombia Mexico Kenya This list indicates a sense of…
Dr Graham Fry explains why Irish cruisers should take precautions before setting sail this winter As we reach the end of the year, many people will already be planning their holidays for 2023, and cruise holidays are an increasingly popular method of holiday. Travelling by cruise, be it through domestic cruises or international ones, can…