Visiting certain parts of the world puts you at risk of getting malaria. There is nothing more dampening to someone's spirit than getting sick in the middle of a tour. If you are planning a trip to Africa, it is important that you take steps that will prevent you from getting sick. Here are some tips to help you have a malaria free safari.
The first thing that you should do is to consult your doctor before you go for your trip. If possible, see a travel doctor who is familiar with the necessary medications that you should take. The doctor will prescribe some anti malaria tablets that you should take before your trip and in the course of your trip. Follow the doctor's instruction and take the medicines as advised. Kids and pregnant women should avoid taking these medications without talking to their doctor.
Once you get to your destination, buy some insect repellents. These come in form of sprays and coils. Spray the repellents around your room a few hours or minutes before you go to sleep. Make sure to spray under the beds and under any other furniture that might be in the room. If you buy a coil, you can keep it burning through the night in your room while you are sleeping. Just make sure to keep it away from anything that is flammable.
Use a mosquito net at night when you are sleeping. Ensure that the net is in good condition and it is not torn. Spread the mosquito net properly at night so that there is no opening by which a mosquito can go through. If the area has a lot of mosquitoes, it will be advisable to also use a net when you are taking a nap during the day.
Try and find accommodation in an area where there aren't a lot of mosquitoes. This should preferably be in an area where there are no pools of stagnant water. The compound of the house should have been cleared and not bushy. Screens should be used on windows and openings in the house, so as to keep away mosquitoes. Keep the doors of the house closed, especially in the evenings.
Wear clothes that will cover most of your body at night. You should wear trousers and clothes with long sleeves. Also wear closed shoes or socks to cover your feet. This is because there are usually a lot of mosquitoes at night.
There are other things that can cause mosquitoes to be attracted to you. This includes people who take lots of sugar. Avoid sugary snacks in the evenings during your trip. Also, avoid perfumes or after shaves with strong smell.
Find out as much as possible about the disease. This will help you know in case you are infected. If you suspect that you are sick, see a doctor. The earlier you seek treatment, the easier it will be to treat it. Early diagnosis and treatment can help to save your life. If you get sick, do not panic but get medical help as there is treatment for malaria and you will most likely recover.
The first thing that you should do is to consult your doctor before you go for your trip. If possible, see a travel doctor who is familiar with the necessary medications that you should take. The doctor will prescribe some anti malaria tablets that you should take before your trip and in the course of your trip. Follow the doctor's instruction and take the medicines as advised. Kids and pregnant women should avoid taking these medications without talking to their doctor.
Once you get to your destination, buy some insect repellents. These come in form of sprays and coils. Spray the repellents around your room a few hours or minutes before you go to sleep. Make sure to spray under the beds and under any other furniture that might be in the room. If you buy a coil, you can keep it burning through the night in your room while you are sleeping. Just make sure to keep it away from anything that is flammable.
Use a mosquito net at night when you are sleeping. Ensure that the net is in good condition and it is not torn. Spread the mosquito net properly at night so that there is no opening by which a mosquito can go through. If the area has a lot of mosquitoes, it will be advisable to also use a net when you are taking a nap during the day.
Try and find accommodation in an area where there aren't a lot of mosquitoes. This should preferably be in an area where there are no pools of stagnant water. The compound of the house should have been cleared and not bushy. Screens should be used on windows and openings in the house, so as to keep away mosquitoes. Keep the doors of the house closed, especially in the evenings.
Wear clothes that will cover most of your body at night. You should wear trousers and clothes with long sleeves. Also wear closed shoes or socks to cover your feet. This is because there are usually a lot of mosquitoes at night.
There are other things that can cause mosquitoes to be attracted to you. This includes people who take lots of sugar. Avoid sugary snacks in the evenings during your trip. Also, avoid perfumes or after shaves with strong smell.
Find out as much as possible about the disease. This will help you know in case you are infected. If you suspect that you are sick, see a doctor. The earlier you seek treatment, the easier it will be to treat it. Early diagnosis and treatment can help to save your life. If you get sick, do not panic but get medical help as there is treatment for malaria and you will most likely recover.
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