Australia is blessed with an abundance of sunshine, wonderful beaches and fascinating and varying seascapes. Visitors expect to enjoy the sun and the sea - each carries its own health risks which can be avoided by taking simple precautions.  (Thursday, 27 December, 2001)

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In a world where sudden events can make travel arrangements uncertain it is very important that you take control of those factors which you can control. Think carefully before acting.  (Monday, 24 September, 2001)

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So you're carving up the surf in your favourite exotic location, perfect sun, perfect barrels and a perfectly shaped piece of coral rips though your wetty...and your leg! The Travel Doctor can make sure your travel health and vaccination requirements are taken care of before you leave and with the Ultimate Surf survival kit you'll stay safe while away.  (Thursday, 21 June, 2001)

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In recent months there has been a huge upsurge of articles in the press on Deep Vein Thrombosis in travellers. This subject was sparked off by the death of a young woman in October last year from a clot in the lungs shortly after she had completed a journey from Sydney to London. (Wednesday, 7 February, 2001)

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The Traveldoctor web site has just been upgraded so that we can bring country specific information to most countries. (Thursday, 28 December, 2000)

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After seven trekking trips to Nepal, I have come to the conclusion that the greatest health risk is becoming addicted to this wonderful country. My husband and I have trekked in other parts of the world…Ladakh, Tibet, northern India, Africa and Peru, yet it is Nepal that keeps drawing us back. The combination of awesome scenery, wonderful people and long, challenging treks is hard to match anywhere. (Tuesday, 12 December, 2000)

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