The Traveller's Good Health Guide

by TedLankester (Author)

• Used

  Paperback
  1999

  $4.32

  This is the essential health guide for anyone planning a long trip overseas -- either on secondment or as a volunteer. Topics covered include immunizations, malaria precautions and what you need to take with you, as well as essential guidelines on food, water and other threats to health. There is advice on how to recognise common diseases and what to do about them, as well as dealing with health checks and reverse culture shock when you return. Here is all the clear, concise information you need to know to stay healthy abroad.

• Used

  Paperback
  2002

  $3.24

  Addresses a growing market for well-researched travel literature; Many charities and mission agencies recommend this book to volunteers working abroad; Health risks are growing as travel to exotic locations becomes more commonplace; A guide to health and well-being for anyone planning an extended trip overseas. Contains essential information on preparation, including immunisation, possible problems and precautions for life abroad, how to recognise and treat common illnesses, and returning home - health checks and reverse culture shock. The book is sensitive, supportive and will be an invaluable companion to those going overseas.