Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
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» thrush (vaginal yeast infection) treatment, eg Clotrimazole pessaries or Diflucan
tablet
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» Ural or equivalent if you are prone to urine infections
Further Resources
Health Organization (WHO).
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Healthy Travel: Asia & India
Lonely Planet's guide includes pre-trip planning, emer-
gency first aid, and immunisation and disease information.
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Traveller's Health: How to Stay Healthy Abroad
(by Dr Richard Dawood) Con-
sidered the 'health bible' for international holidays.
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Travelling Well
(by Dr Deborah Mills) Health guidebook and website
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Healthy Living in Thailand
(published by the Thai Red Cross) Recommended for
long-term travellers.
IN THAILAND
AVAILABILITY & COST OF HEALTH CARE
Bangkok is considered the nearest centre of medical excellence for many countries
in Southeast Asia. Private hospitals are more expensive than other medical facilities
but offer a superior standard of care and English-speaking staff. Such facilities are
listed throughout this topic. The cost of health care is relatively cheap in Thailand
compared to most Western countries.
Self-treatment may be appropriate if your problem is minor (eg traveller's
diarrhoea), you are carrying the appropriate medication and you are unable to at-
tend a recommended clinic or hospital.
Buying medication over the counter is not recommended, because fake medica-
tions and poorly stored or out-of-date drugs are common.
