First off, it’s best to seek advice from your doctor before you travel. He or she may suggest you get vaccinated against hepatitis A and B as a precaution, if you aren’t already.
It’s also a good idea to take any medical documentation with you which might come in handy should you need medical treatment abroad.
Consider taking your medical records and records of blood tests, and research the destination you’re visiting beforehand to see how developed the healthcare services are. Travel insurance is essential to help you deal with any unexpected medical costs which you might incur when on holiday.
Going on holiday is an important part of our work/life balance, and holidays should be fun and relaxing times. By planning ahead, being prepared, and knowing which activities and situations to avoid, you can make your experience as worry-free and safe as possible.
Those who are hep C-free should be aware that the main ways in which hep C is transmitted are through direct blood to blood contact, receiving infected blood through a transfusion, by sharing needles when injecting drugs, needle injuries or injuries with sharp surgical objects, and tattooing and body piercing. And remember, while the likelihood of contracting hep C from unprotected sex is very small, it’s always wise to practice safe sex.
