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Swine Flu & Travel
With the fast spread of Swine influenza, even nearby destinations can raise questions regarding prevention and keeping safe from the virus. Although there are no specific travel warnings concerning Swine Flu, it is compelling to take the necessary precautions. As one of MyHealthPortal core services is the travel guide, the Swine Flu service is an inseparable part of the added value MyHealthPortal subscribers receive.The MyHealthPortal guide will allow you to plan and execute your journey the best way possible, while keeping alert and prepared. The MyHealthPortal's medical team, is committed to providing the subscribers with all the necessary information and support, accompanying travel plans from the preparation, during the trip and upon return home providing 24/7 support. All subscribers can contact the support line from anywhere in the world, at alltimes via the following communication methods:
· Phone: 020-7486-2300
· SMS: +44 (0)-7797-805-817
· Mail: medicalteam@myhealthportal.co.uk -– Click here
· Via the MediQuest Box at www.myhealthportal.co.uk – Click here
1. Advice for Travelers With Regards To Swine Flu As for now, there is no specific travel warning regarding Swine Flu. Although a few months ago there were travel concerns regarding Mexico and North America, which were the virus source, however at present this advice has been removed and these are considered "safe" destinations, or no more risky than others. This is due to the fact that limiting travel and imposing travel restrictions would have very little effect, if anything, on stopping the virus from spreading, but would be highly disruptive to the global community. This kind of step is unnecessary at the moment. When about to go on holiday always take the same precautions taken when at home. The key guideline one must remember concerning travelling abroad is that:If you have swine flu - don't travel until after your symptoms have stopped
It is advisable that anyone in the UK with flu like symptoms do not travel until they are no longer infectious. Similarly, any British nationals abroad with flu who want to fly home should only travel when they are no longer infectious.
Choosing to ignore these instructions, one should note that it is at the discretion of the airline whether to carry a person with signs or symptoms of infectious disease.
Any British national prevented from boarding flights when trying to return home from abroad can get advice from their nearest diplomatic mission.
2. Becoming iIl On Holiday
If a subscriber or a member of their family feels unwell on holiday, contact the MyHealthPortal medical team by any means of communication, in order to receive immediate medical advice.
Other than that, following a few simple guidelines can help prevent the spread of the virus to escorts and others:
· If possible, travel with over-the-counter medication for flu, such as paracetamol or ibuprofen. Remember that children should not take aspirin.
· While travelling, use the same hygiene precautions recommended back home- click here to see how to reduce infection rates
· In case of flu-like symptoms, keep away from public places to avoid spreading it. Then contact the MyHealthPortal medical team to receive an affiliation to a local doctor or health professional for further assistance.
· If you become ill on the flight home, alert the cabin crew to your symptoms. There are procedures in place for dealing with passengers who become unwell on flights, and the airline will advise port health officials on the ground that a passenger requires a health assessment and may need treatment.
Contact MyHealthPortal medical team through a variety of communication methods:· Phone: 020-7486-2300
· SMS: +44 (0)-7797-805-817
· Mail: medicalteam@myhealthportal.co.uk
· Via the MediQuest Box at www.myhealthportal.co.uk
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