Travel Medicine

Non-infectious diseases of the hair and scalp are those that can’t be spread from one patient to another. There is a great number and variety of them. They have absolutely different symptoms and causes and, consequently, their ways of treatment differ as well. And to a great extent, it has to be said. Some of these diseases are: seborrhea, baldness, ...

How many times have you stayed in a hotel where you wondered about the hygiene and cleanliness of the bedding. What can you actually catch from sleeping on an unclean bed. Even if the sheets have been changed, what about the pillow or bedspread or blanket ? Hepatitis A virus can survive outside the body for for months. HAV can ...

If you have a dog not eating you are probably concerned and actually you have good reason to be. Dogs losing their appetite can be caused by simple behavioral or environmental reasons that can be fairly easily addressed at home. However a loss of appetite could also be a symptom of a much more serious problem that is going to ...

White Spot White spot disease is caused by a parasite called Ichthyophthirius multifilis. This disease is also called Ick or occasionally Ich or Ichy. Symptoms The fish has white spots on its skin. The spots are about the size of a pinhead and the fish can look as if it has been sprinkled with salt or sugar grains. The parasite ...

If you use common over-the-counter painkillers or medicines, or your health depends on regular doses of prescription medicine, this matter should be at the top of your ‘to do’ list when planning a holiday or trip – along with purchasing adequate travel insurance and checking passport and visa requirements. These days security at airports around the world is so strict ...

When you get admitted in hospital in an emergency situation you will be asked about the medication you take, the allergies that you are suffering from, your medical history etc. If you have a medical card with you, it can speak volumes about your physical constitution. Medical cards are helpful when you visit a hospital, out patient clinic, pharmacy or ...

With new passport requirements causing much frustration among U.S. travelers, American Express Travel is suggesting the US Virgin Islands as an excellent tropical vacation alternative to Mexico or the other Caribbean islands. The US Virgin Islands can be visited by tour packages, luxury vacation packages or by luxury world cruises. Although this island chain is not the first place most ...

Eczema or excema, known as dermatitis in the medical dictionary, is a skin condition in which it becomes red with little cracks and spots. People usually use creams and other medication to treat this illness. However, this provides only temporary solution and the irritation returns after a few days. Recent studies in the field of eczema treatment have revealed that ...

Clean Needle Technique Infection Control – Practitioner’s Hygiene Physical cleanliness includes not only adequate hand washing but it also includes such things as wearing clean clothes (i.e. lab coat), long hair being tied back, and nails being kept clean and short. Cuts/abrasions should be covered by and band-aid and/or glove. Do not work with an upper respiratory condition. Hand Washing ...

Are you frustrated with your dog urinating frequently and in the most inappropriate places? There are a variety of factors that could be causing your dog’s frequent urination. The first important step is to take your dog to a veterinarian and get a proper diagnosis. The condition can become life-threatening if you don’t start treatment in time. Here are 5 ...