You should also make extra preparations if you have an existing medical condition.
- take out adequate Travel Insurance or you could face a huge medical bill if you fall ill and need treatment
- get a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) to entitle you to free or discounted healthcare in European countries
- check the health section of our country travel advice before you travel
- drink plenty of water in hot climates to avoid dehydration
- be safe in the sun - use a high-factor sunscreen and avoid excessive sunbathing between 11am - 3pm
- find out the local emergency services numbers and the number of the local hospital
- practice safe sex - take condoms with you as quality varies in different countries. HIV and Aids, and other sexually transmitted diseases can be caught worldwide.
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