Diseases spread by insects and ticks in Europe
Depending on destination, travellers may be at risk of a number of different diseases spread by insects or ticks in Europe
Diseases spread by insects and ticks in the American continent (the Americas)
Depending on the destination, travellers may be at risk of a number of different diseases
First aid kits
A travel health first aid kit is recommended for travellers
Food and water hygiene
Advice on avoiding food and water-borne diseases
General advice for travellers
Advice on preparing for safe and healthy travel and some basic precautions to follow while away
Insect and tick bite avoidance
Protection from insect and tick bites is essential to help prevent vector-borne diseases such as malaria, yellow fever and Zika
Medicines and travel
Carrying medication abroad and advice regarding falsified medication
Personal safety
Taking care of your personal safety abroad
Snake bites and avoidance
Advice for travellers on prevention and management of snake bites
Summer travel: advice for students and young holidaymakers
Off on a summer break? See our guide to staying safe and healthy abroad
Sun protection
Enjoy the sun safely - limit your sun exposure, protect your skin and eyes to avoid damage from the sun's ultra violet rays
Travel Insurance
Travellers must declare medical conditions when taking out travel insurance to ensure they are suitably covered
Travelling for Carnival
Follow our advice for a safe and healthy trip
Venous thromboembolism
VTE (deep vein thrombosis or pulmonary embolism) can occur as a result of long periods of immobility associated with any form of travel
Zika virus: Evaluating the risk to individual travellers
Factors to consider when assessing risk of Zika virus
