[Zirashi] Safe & Healthy

Safe & Healthy

There's nothing like getting away on a vacation to help you relax and unwind from the stresses of today's busy lifestyles. This being said, you will want to make sure that you take precautions in order to stay healthy on your trip and return home healthy. 

Canadians make more than 100 million trips abroad each year, for business and pleasure. While the vast majority of them come home safe and healthy, a number do become ill. Often the illnesses and injuries are caused by:

- Not being protected against diseases for which there are vaccines;

- Consuming contaminated water or food;

- Not taking preventive medications, such as malaria pills; and

- Taking risks, such as being tatooed, having unsafe sex or drinking excessively. 

It is up to individuals and governments to be on guard against diseases that can affect the health of everyone, both here and abroad. It is recommended that Canadians travelling internationally contact their doctor or a travel clinic six to eight weeks before travelling, regardless of where they are going, to have their risk assessed. Based on your current health, your travel itinerary and your previous immunization history, your doctor can determine what immunizations and/or preventive medication you may need, as well as advise you on how you can avoid disease risks. 

A variety of condition in other countries can be significantly different from those in Canada. Anyone travelling abroad should be aware that such conditions might affect your health, your access to medical help, and your personal safety. 

Taking precautions before you leave can help you have a safe & healthy trip.