Travel Health
Whether you travel for fun or for work, taking a few simple measures could spare you from finding yourself in situations that may put the health of you or your family at risk.
Your pharmacist can help you getting ready for your trip.
Find a pharmacySERVICES FROM YOUR PHARMACIST
Several services* related to travel health are offered in pharmacy:
- Travel vaccines such as hepatitis & traveler's diarrhea.
- Medication prescription for travelers.
- Advice on over-the-counter medication.
- Prescription list and review for customs.
- Advice on insect stings and bites prevention (malaria, lyme, sand fleas, etc.)
*These services are offered at participating pharmacies only.
HOW TO PREVENT MALARIA
Malaria is an infectious disease caused by a parasite that is possible to catch by a mosquito bite. There are however ways to protect yourself and your family from this infection.
Learn more about malariaBe Ready for your Trip
Travel Health Kit
Find out how to prepare your health kit before you travel. Beyond the basic first aid kit, you may need non-prescription products and destination-specific items.
Learn MoreTravelling While Pregnant or Breastfeeding
Discover our tips for before and during your trip to travel while breastfeeding your child or being pregnant.
Learn MoreTravel Security, Customs & Medication
Learn how to plan ahead and deal with customs, security and border crossing inspections when you are travelling with medication or injections.
Learn MoreTraveler’s Diarrhea
Discover our tips to avoid traveler’s diarrhea and make the most of your vacation.
Learn MoreZika Virus
Zika virus is a mosquito-borne illness that is especially of concern to pregnant women or women of childbearing potential due to the association with some birth defects.
Learn MoreDengue Fever Symptoms
Dengue fever is one of the most common mosquito-borne viral diseases in travellers returning from international destinations.
Learn MoreHow to Prevent Lyme Disease
Symptoms, Causes & Treatment. Learn how to prevent Lyme disease, recognize symptoms, understand causes, and explore effective treatments to stay healthy and protected outdoors.
Learn MoreServices in your pharmacy
ADVICE ON OTC MEDICATION
If you don’t know which over-the-counter medication to choose to relieve your symptoms, don’t be shy to ask your pharmacist!
Find your pharmacyTRAVEL VACCINATION
Depending on your destination, some immunizations should be considered before and after your trip for maximum safety. Make sure to book an appointment several months in advance to ensure you are fully immunized.
Find your pharmacyPERSONALIZED TRAVEL KIT
Questions on mosquito repellent, sunscreen or rehydration solution? Your pharmacist can help you pick the best products for your personalized travel kit.
Find your pharmacy* The information contained herein is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended to provide complete information on the subject matter or to replace the advice of a health professional. This information does not constitute medical consultation, diagnosis or opinion and should not be interpreted as such. Please consult your health care provider if you have any questions about your health, medications or treatment.