Vaccinating your children before a trip is a step in the right direction, but what else can you do to keep them safe?
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</p></div><blockquote style="margin:0px 0px 0px 40px;border:none;padding:0px;"><div class="ExternalClassC9C4DAF4EF41489E97F4A018C69760E9"><p><strong>1. Research your destination:</strong></p></div></blockquote><div class="ExternalClassC9C4DAF4EF41489E97F4A018C69760E9"><ul><li>Identify places you should avoid
</li><li>Note the types of food to avoid
</li><li>Keep updated on the latest health advisories
</li></ul></div><blockquote style="margin:0px 0px 0px 40px;border:none;padding:0px;"><div class="ExternalClassC9C4DAF4EF41489E97F4A018C69760E9"><div><p><strong>2. Ensure that people back home can reach you while you're abroad:</strong></p></div></div></blockquote><div class="ExternalClassC9C4DAF4EF41489E97F4A018C69760E9"><div><ul><li>E-register your trip with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs so your loved ones can check in with them in the event of an emergency.
</li><li>Give your loved ones a copy of your itinerary so they know where you are and how to contact you via your accommodation.
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<strong>Related: <a title="Health Guide for Travellers" href="https://www.healthhub.sg/live-healthy/703/healthguidefortravellers_pdf">Health Guide for Travellers</a></strong></p><p style="text-align:center;">
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</p><blockquote style="margin:0px 0px 0px 40px;border:none;padding:0px;"><div class="ExternalClassC9C4DAF4EF41489E97F4A018C69760E9"><p><strong>3. Prepare health cards for each of your family members:</strong>
</p></div></blockquote><div class="ExternalClassC9C4DAF4EF41489E97F4A018C69760E9"><ul><li>These cards should contain vital health information such as blood type and allergies.</li><li>Carry them with you everywhere in case there's a need for immediate medical attention and there's a language barrier.
</li></ul></div><blockquote style="margin:0px 0px 0px 40px;border:none;padding:0px;"><div class="ExternalClassC9C4DAF4EF41489E97F4A018C69760E9"><p><strong>4. Pack a handy travel kit:</strong>
</p></div></blockquote><div class="ExternalClassC9C4DAF4EF41489E97F4A018C69760E9"><ul><li>Include first aid items like plasters, commonly used medication, a thermometer, insect repellent and sunscreen.
</li></ul><div><blockquote style="margin:0px 0px 0px 40px;border:none;padding:0px;"><div class="ExternalClassC9C4DAF4EF41489E97F4A018C69760E9"><p><strong>5. Purchase travel insurance</strong>
</p></div></blockquote><div class="ExternalClassC9C4DAF4EF41489E97F4A018C69760E9"><ul><li>Having adequate insurance coverage will help to minimise stress in the event of unforeseen circumstances like medical emergencies, injuries, or flight cancellations.
</li></ul></div></div></div><p>For a more detailed info on travellers' survival guide, click
<a href="https://www.healthhub.sg/live-healthy/423/travellersurvivalguide">here</a>.
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</p><p>Keep up to date on your family's health to make travel easier. HealthHub website or app lets you manage appointments and access medical records easily.</p><p><a href="https://www.healthhub.sg/programmes/183/parent-hub">Visit Parent Hub, for more useful tips and guides to give your child a healthy start.</a></p><p><em>Download the HealthHub app on
<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=sg.gov.hpb.healthhub&hl=en_SG" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Google Play</a> or
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