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Should You Be Worried About Dengue Fever On Your Gap Year?

Is dengue fever something you need to worry about on your gap year? What is dengue fever exactly and how do you protect yourself from it? Get all the advice and information you need to know about dengue from a qualified travel nurse.

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The Most Common Travel Ruining Illnesses And How To Beat Them.

All travellers will get sick at some point on their gap year, here are the most common illnesses and how to beat them.

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My Battle With Dengue Fever In India.

Dengue Fever is a particularly nasty tropical disease caused by the bite of an infected mosquito, and like most travellers I assumed I would probably never get it. Until I did. Find out what happened when I caught dengue fever in India.

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Do You Really Need Anti Malarial Medication On Your Gap Year?

Do you really need to take antimalarials on your travels? Get all your questions on malaria and antimalarials answered by a qualified nurse.

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