• Free Travel Health Consultation
• Anti-malarials (Malarone, Doxycyline) dispensed on site
• Providing up to date advice regarding malaria risk
• Expert medical team to assist with complex travel itineraries

Malaria

Malaria is common in many parts of the world including Africa,Asia,South America,the Indian subcontinent and the Middle East. It affects over 300 million people per year. Malaria is caused by a parasite which is transmitted by the bite of an infected female mosquito. Malaria is present in over 100 countries worldwide and infects over 2,000 travellers returning to the UK each year. There is no available vaccine for malaria, so taking anti-malarials is essential to protect against this potentially fatal illness.

Prevention

• Being aware of the high risk areas
• Practicing bite avoidance measures
• Taking recommended anti-malarials
• Rapid diagnosis when symptoms develop.

You may want to consult the website fit for travel for further advice regarding the specific risk of malaria in your chosen travel destination.