Vaccination Requirements Travellers going to or coming from Zambia, Tanzania, Eritrea, Somalia as well as Sao Tome and Principe will no longer be required to produce a yellow fever vaccination certificate when in South Africa. Please see attached Media Statement from the National Department of Health for further circulation. The media statement can also
Read more →Cape Town N2 Road Warning The City of Cape Town has warned motorists travelling to or from the airport on the N2 highway to be vigilant and alert to possible criminal activity, reports News24. The city warns of a scheme in which criminals place concrete blocks and other obstructions on the road with the intent to
Read more →April/May Public Holidays The Go Health Family and Travel Medicine Practice will be closed on the following days in April and May 03 April (Good Friday) 06 April (Family day) 27 April (Freedom day) 01 May (Worker’s Day) We apologise for any inconvenience. Encase of an emergency, kindly consult Unitas Hospital Emergency Department – Tel:
Read more →Altitude Sickness is a medical condition caused by relative oxygen deprivation at high altitude. It is common in mountain climbers and tourists to mountainous areas. Early symptoms Headache Fatigue Appetite loss. Dizziness Vivid dreams or poor sleep. Advanced symptoms Shortness of breath, especially at rest. Dry cough. Low grade fever. Rapid pulse. Nausea and vomiting.
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