Travel Health Practitioner Pty Ltd

17/06/2026

Ever felt like mosquitoes bite you while ignoring everyone else?

Scientists are now making progress in deciphering the complex chemical cocktail that makes particular people more enticing to these disease-spreading bloodsuckers.

Read the article below for details 🦟

https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-reveal-why-mosquitoes-bite-some-people-more-than-others?utm_source=news.sciencealert.com&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=today-s-top-science-news

04/06/2026

Vietnam to Require Mandatory Health Declarations for International Travellers from July 1

Starting July 1, 2026, Vietnam will require all inbound, outbound, and transit travellers to submit health declarations under new regulations aimed at strengthening disease prevention and border health.

🩺 Key points travellers should know:

• Health declarations will be mandatory for travellers entering, leaving, or transiting through Vietnam when required by the Ministry of Health.

• Forms can be completed online or on paper and will be available in both Vietnamese and English.

• Travellers must submit their health declaration within 7 days before their trip.

• Depending on the disease situation, authorities may also request proof of vaccination or other preventive health documents. Take a copy of your Australian Immunisation Statement with you.

• Health quarantine officers will conduct health monitoring at border gates, including temperature screening and observation for signs of infectious diseases.

If a traveller is identified as a suspected infectious disease case, authorities may conduct additional inspections, including travel history reviews and health interviews.

The Ministry of Health will determine when health declarations are required based on global disease developments and the risk of transmission into Vietnam.

✈️ If you're planning to visit Vietnam after July 1, make sure to check the latest entry requirements before travelling.

Australian Government travel advice for Vietnam. Learn more about local safety, laws and health risks.

04/06/2026

📰 News: The National Immunisation Program (NIP) adult pneumococcal schedule is changing on 1 July 2026 🗓️

The 21-valent pneumococcal conjugate vaccine Capvaxive will replace Prevenar 13 and Pneumovax 23. 💉

👀 Stay to tuned for more information in the leadup to the switch!

26/05/2026

Australia's current diphtheria outbreak may have you wondering how best to protect yourself — and your family — from this and other preventable diseases, such as measles. Book an appointment with THP to check your vaccinations status.

How to book:
📞 Call: 0431 388 742
📱 Via the HotDoc app
📧 Email: [email protected]

Do you know your vaccination history? Some vaccines need to be updated regularly, especially if you are travelling. Here's what you need to know to ensure you stay protected.

23/05/2026

Sydney…… let’s chat travel medicine 🌎

07/05/2026

A few questions on Hantavirus this week… 🐀

There have been no confirmed human cases of hantavirus infection recorded in Australia, making it the only inhabited continent without reported cases. While the virus has not been found in Australian humans, related antibodies have been detected in some wild rodents, suggesting it may exist at low levels.
CSIRO (Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation)

05/05/2026

Out and about again delivering on-site influenza vaccination clinics 🚗💉

From the Barossa to the Riverland, McLaren Vale to the Yorke Peninsula—grateful to support regional communities and workplaces across these beautiful parts of SA.

And a special little visitor made today’s clinic even better 🐾

19/04/2026

Big news for older Aussies 👇

From 15 May, eligible Australians can get a FREE RSV vaccine to help protect against a common virus that can cause serious illness.

💉 Who can get it?
• People aged 75+
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people aged 60+

💡 Why it matters
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) isn’t just a cold — it can lead to hospitalisation and severe complications, especially for older people and those in aged care.

✅ The vaccine (Arexvy®) is now covered under the National Immunisation Program and will be available at Travel Health Practitioner.

17/04/2026

Holidays should be about great memories—not preventable tragedies.

In some destinations, the risks of drink spiking and methanol-contaminated alcohol are real and rising. These can lead to serious illness, long-term damage, or even death.

Stay aware, stay safe:

• Watch your drink being made and never leave it unattended
• Avoid unbranded or very cheap alcohol
• Stick to reputable venues
• Look out for your friends—and trust your instincts

If something feels off, act quickly and seek help.

A little awareness can save a life. 🌍

11/04/2026

Q Fever skin test and vaccination is available at Travel Health Practitioner 💉 🐑 🐮

How to book:
📞 Call: 0431 388 742
📧 Email: [email protected]

🐮If you work around certain animals or animal materials, you could be at higher risk of contracting Q fever.

Q fever is an infectious disease spread from animals like cattle, sheep, goats, camels and kangaroos. The bacteria that causes Q fever can travel in dust and be carried long distances by the wind.

It can cause flu-like symptoms, such as fever, sweats and fatigue – and can knock you around for weeks or even months to years.

Cases have been on the rise. In 2025, Australia had 912 cases – that’s the highest number since we started monitoring Q fever in 1991.

Talk to your healthcare professional about vaccination. You’ll need testing to check your immunity first. The vaccine can’t be given to people who have already had Q fever or been vaccinated against it.

Stay safe when handling animals and animal materials:
🧴Wash your hands and arms after contact.
😷Wear a properly fitted P2 or N95 respirator and gloves.
👕Bag soiled clothing and boots before going home, and wash them separately.
🩹Keep wounds covered with a waterproof dressing.
👨‍🌾Follow all work, health and safety advice.

Wearing a P2 or N95 respirator when mowing or gardening in areas near these animals can also reduce your risk of infection.

And watch out for ticks, which can occasionally spread Q fever and other diseases.

🔗Read more https://www.cdc.gov.au/diseases/q-fever -filter-general-public