Review
"It is always a delight to review a book that one really enjoys and finds informative. This excellent, compact publication is essentially a guide for backpackers, travellers, volunteers and overseas workers. It has the hallmark of being written by an experienced traveller who is also a distinguished travel health adviser." British Travel Health Association
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Product Description
An all-new edition of this Sheldon best-seller, this book gives essential health and well-being advice to long-stay travelers those being sent overseas by NGOs and Gap year students for example. Topics covered I include immunisations, 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 recognize 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.