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Dr Manisha Kumar, Chief Medical Officer for NHS Greater Manchester gives her top tips for this summer!
Written by Rachel Conway
Whether you’re enjoying a staycation or travelling abroad this year, Dr Manisha Kumar, Chief Medical Officer for NHS Greater Manchester, has given her top tips to be getaway ready so that health is one less thing to worry about when you’re away…
Don’t forget your prescription meds
If you or someone you’re going away with takes prescription medication, then it’s vital to have enough with you to last the entire holiday as well as some extras in case of delays, damage or loss. Make sure you order them at least seven days before you leave.
What’s more, if you’re taking medicine out of the UK then it’s important that you also check with your doctor or pharmacist whether your medication contains a controlled drug. If it does, you will need to check the rules of the country you’re going to in case it is restricted or banned and what you will need to bring with yo...
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