Je pars en Thailande (avec Laos et Cambodge) a la fin nov. (pour 4 mois minimum) avec mon copain et nous avons décidé de ne pas opter pour les vaccins, qui présentent nombreuses sources d'inconvénients. Je fais présentement plusieurs recherches afin de trouver d'autres alternatives pour se protéger.
Concernant les moustiques, nous avons 15 comprimés de malarone au cas où. Mais j'ai appris que la vitamine B1 se trouve être un formule intéressante pour repousser les moustiques. Est-ce suffisant en THailande? Nous utiliserons sans doute aussi en complément l'insecticide DEET.
Dans notre trousse premiers soins, je veux amener des produits naturels qui ont des fonctions mutilples de base tels que:du GSE, soit de l'extrait de graine de pamplemousse, du Tea Tree Oilde l'huile d'Origan (excellent pour bouster le système immunitaire)
On se dit qu'il y a surement des produits naturels la-bas, qu'on pourrait peut-etre acheter en complément. Comme le baume de Tigre des médecines chimoises par exemple. Est-ce que ca vaut la peine d'attendre d'etre la-bas pour pour se batir une petite pharmacie ? Y a-t-il des huiles essentielles, est-ce qu'ils on en main des produits équivalents des notres?
Tout commentaire est apprécié car très peu d'informations concernent cet aspect.
C'est vrai que l'odeur de la vitamine B à tendance à repousser les moustiques, une cure 15 jours avant et tout le long du voyage de 4 à 6 gélules de levure de bière est une bonne chose, mais pour ma part ça ne m'empeche pas de prendre un répulsif et une moustiquaire ( jamais de traitement préventif )
Est-ce que ca vaut la peine d'attendre d'etre la-bas pour pour se batir une petite pharmacie ? Y a-t-il des huiles essentielles, est-ce qu'ils on en main des produits équivalents des notres?
Pour les huiles essentielles, il vaut mieux partir avec, pas facile d'en trouver sur place.
Comme Tieba, nous utilisons toujours des produits répulsifs.
Tu peux faire ton répulsif avec des huiles essentielles : http://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=627666;search_string=huile;#627666
Pour les petits bobos qui ont du mal à guérir sous un climat tropical humide, je te recommande l'huile essentielle de laurier noble.
Même les blessures sur du corail guérissent rapidement avec cette huile.
Salut, cette huile essentielle de laurier noble m'interesse beaucoups; c'est vraiment efficasse ? Parce que souvent on se traine des bobos pendant des lustres sans arriver à les guérir. Ou trouves tu cette huile, en pharmacie ? A plus
Après avoir essayé différents produits sans grand succès, nous utilisons désormais cette huile avec de très bons résultats.
Par exemple, une profonde balafre due au corail a cicatrisé en 4 ou 5 jours sur mon fils, uniquement avec cette huile et de l'homéoplasmine.
Les huiles essentielles peuvent être achetées en pharmacie ou en boutiques bio.
Bien sûr, il y a différentes qualités, la marque que nous utilisons généralement est Phytosun Aroms (pub gratuite).
Cette marque propose un livret gratuit très bien fait sur sa gamme.
Bonjour lepiaf, une question pour l'huile de laurier noble, que nous avons deja acheté, vous l'appliquez a l'etat pur sur la plaie ? et pour les enfants c'est a partir de quel age? (la petite a 9 mois) aussi, nous avons eu du mal a trouver du po chai a paris, mais finalement c'est fait et a un prix moindre que ce que j'ai vu sur le forum 3.8 euros la boite de 12 flacons. Si qq est interessé par l'adresse...
a bientot
Oui, on étale quelques gouttes directement sur la plaie, l'huile essentielle de laurier noble est un désinfectant et un cicatrisant.
Il faut bien sûr au préalable laver soigneusement la plaie à l'eau et au savon. Cette règle élémentaire est parfois oubliée.
L'âge de l'enfant n'est pas un souci.
Quand l'huile a été absorbée, on peut recouvrir la plaie d'homéoplasmine, mais ce n'est pas indispensable.
Oui, ton adresse de po chaï m'intéresse, ne serait-ce que pour la donner à d'autres, envoie-la moi en MP, stp.
Et bien, je suis agréablement surprise des informations que j'y découvre. J'avais pas trouvé d'autres liens traitant de méthodes naturelles en voyage. Utilisant régulièrement qq produits de base, je vous souligne leurs propriétés si ça peut être utile à d'autres.
GSE, aussi appelé Nutribiotic : antibactérien, antifongique, antibiotique, antiparasites, désinfectant et antiseptique
utile pour la diarrhée, rince dentaire (gingivite et haleine), tourista, gargarisme (maux de gorge), infection des oreilles, rinçage nasal, douche vaginal, candidose, nettoyant (peau, visage, fruits et légumes, vaisselles), traitement eau potable (selon la qlt de l'eau, faut pas exagérer!!) traitement du cuir chevelu (pellicules)
on peut l'ajouter dans de l'eau et le travail se fait! 5-10-15 goutttes selon les besoins, 3-4 fois par jour
C'est vraiment un petit produit magique que j'affectionne particulièrement
Le Tea tree oil, soit de l'huile d'Arbre à Thé
remplace l'alcool de nos pharmacies selon moi!
Pure : coupures, piqûres, boutons de fièvre, verrues et aphtes, pied d'athlète, acné
En gargarisme : infections de la gorge et de la bouche
En inhalation : rhumes, grippe et infections respiratoires
Dans le bain : infections vaginales et urinaires
Bains de pieds : mycoses et ampoules
Compresses : ampoules et éruptions cutanées
Diffuseur : chambres de malades, coups de froid et problèmes respiratoires
Shampooing : pellicules, poux....
Cette huile s'utilise en synergie avec de multiples autres huiles essentielles, ses propriétés sont étonnantes ainsi que sa rapidité d'action
L'huile d'origan l'accote au plan de la qualité, de ses fonctions multiples
Et aussi, peut-être mentionner les probiotiques, qui renouvellent en un tour de main toute la flore intestinale
Merci pour toutes vos réponses enichissantes et bon voyage!
Et bien, il est très facile d'en trouver dans toutes les boutiques de produits naturels ici au QUébec. Sur les bouteilles que j'ai en ma possession, il es indiqué que ça provient du Canada ou des USA. Peut-etre que cela porte un autre nom que GSE en France. Chose à savoir, c'est que c'est de l'extrait de pépins de pamplemousse.
connais tu l'extrait de pépins de pamplemousse ? si oui, pourquoi l'utilises-tu ?
je peux t'envoyer un mail privé après suite à ta réponse que tu viens de m'envoyer ? je sais pas comment on fait ...
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I’m planning a trip to Japan next year and I have asthma...
I wanted to know about the regulations regarding Ventolin (Salbutamol) in Japan—is it considered a drug? Can I bring my inhaler with me, or do I need to buy a similar product in Japan?
I have two American cousins. The older one was born in Paris, and his sister was born in California. The latter is planning a trip to Paris this summer, but she recently fell ill, and American doctors don’t know what’s wrong. I had the idea of letting her take advantage of her trip to get treated here, avoiding the high healthcare costs of the American system in the process. The problem is, I can’t find anything online about this—just testimonials from French people who used to be American, but nothing for a simple tourist.
I’m traveling to Portugal with my family and I have a treatment that requires injections. How can I take a flight with these? They look like injectable pens.
Thanks
We’re planning a trip to the Philippines from April 22 to May 8, 2026. Flight from Geneva with a layover in Turkey and Manila. Our itinerary: Angeles – Busuanga – Palawan…
The Philippines are a dream destination, but is it possible to travel there safely? I’ve heard that checked luggage often gets lost, tap water isn’t safe to drink, and mosquitoes are everywhere.
For water, what’s the best solution to carry in a backpack? Is a filtering water bottle 100% reliable?
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Hi there,
Does anyone know if there’s travel insurance for someone who’s had a heart attack?
I can’t find an insurer that covers a pre-existing condition, even if it’s stable.
Thanks so much!
Hi everyone, next month my wife, our 6-year-old daughter, and I are flying to Thailand. It’ll be a great chance to soak up some sun—something we’ve been missing lately here in France! But speaking of sun, I burn easily, and our daughter even more so. I was wondering what SPF to get for sunscreen and whether it’s better to buy it there or before we leave? Thanks for your tips!
Hello,
We’re planning to spend 3 months in Madagascar starting in mid-February.
Areas: Mahajanga, Tulear, Diego Suarez, and Sainte Marie—the order isn’t set yet. We’ll either drive for part of the trip or take flights.
We’ve heard all sorts of things about required vaccines and medications (is anti-malarial mandatory?). What’s the exact situation for travelers?
I’ll come back to you for other topics (like finding a reliable driver, among others).
Thank you.
Best wishes to you all,
Nicole
We're about to go on an organized trip to South Africa, including Kruger Park. We were told that Malarone should preferably be taken in the evening at the same time during a meal. But it's hard to know what time we'll have dinner, especially since I've read that in South Africa, dinner is usually around 6 PM.
I'd love to hear from people who've been on organized trips to this destination and could share their experience. We were thinking of taking Malarone around 7:30 PM, assuming dinner would be closer to 7 PM than 6 PM. Also, if the meal ends up being earlier or later than when we take the pill, would a cookie or a piece of bread be enough to take with Malarone?
I’m planning to set off on a "round-the-world" trip/long journey at the start of next year, lasting between 4.5 and 6 months. For now, the itinerary looks like this: South Korea (2 weeks) -> Japan (1 month) -> New Zealand (1 month) -> Argentina (1 month) -> United States (1 month).
I’m on medication (paroxetine 20 mg/day) and was hoping to bring enough for the entire trip so I wouldn’t have to find a doctor on the spot, deal with a molecule that might be slightly different from what’s available in France, or wonder if that’s even a possibility. Basically, it seemed simpler on paper...
But after looking into the regulations for each country, it’s suddenly way less simple . Many seem to only allow the amount corresponding to the length of your "stay" in the country... Which is a problem if I arrive in Korea with 4.5 months’ worth of medication, for example.
After all that, and even though I’ll obviously contact the relevant authorities in each country (fingers crossed for a response 😛), here’s my question:
Has anyone here had any experience with this? (Even if it’s a different medication or different countries, any input would be helpful!)
I’m trying to plan a trip to Dubai with my mom. I’ve seen that some of our medications require prior authorization (sleeping pills, codeine, anti-anxiety meds, etc.).
I’d love to hear from anyone who’s been in our situation. A friend of mine applied to bring her tramadol, but it was denied—though she needed high doses!
Has anyone here gone through this process? Do we *really* need a prescription in English?
We just found out my wife is pregnant, and we’ve planned a trip to the Barlavento Islands in Cape Verde this November.
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We’re thinking about canceling our trip.
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hi, I’m looking for information about the possibility of returning to Thailand with a portable liquid oxygen system and whether it’s possible to recharge it in Thailand, especially in Chiang Mai. thanks
I’m starting a new discussion on this topic since there doesn’t seem to be a recent one.
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Since I’m going for 12 months, that means for three-quarters of my trip, I’d have more than 3 months’ worth of medication.
I plan to bring my prescriptions with the INN (International Nonproprietary Name), as well as the original packaging (even though it’s a nightmare, but from what I understand, it’s necessary). But I’m not sure if that’s enough...
Have any of you been in this situation before? How does it work at customs—do I need to declare everything that exceeds the 3-month limit? Do I need a letter from my doctors?
I'm currently in Bangkok: How can I find a good doctor for a consultation? It's for a friend who'd like a second medical opinion compared to what they got in their country of residence.
Any professionals you'd recommend? How much does it cost?
I’ve already visited quite a few countries across several continents, but I’m pretty new to Asia.
I’m planning a trip to Thailand in October or November, and I wanted to check about health precautions: malaria treatment, vaccinations (hepatitis A or others...).
I’ll mostly be in the northern region, around Chiang Mai, where I’ll spend a lot of time in nature and the mountains. Then I’ll head south to Phuket or Krabi and visit Khao Sok National Park. I’ll finish up in Bangkok, with a likely detour to Kanchanaburi.
From what I understand, for a stay of less than 60 days, I don’t need a visa (I’m a French national)? I just need to fill out the TDAC form 3 to 5 days before arrival?
Hi there,
I was wondering if anyone is heading to Cuba soon and could bring me some over-the-counter Sildenafil (viagra) tablets—available at Varadero Airport, among other places.
Hi there! So, I'm hesitating about taking a long trip. I'd like to go away for 2 to 3 months and travel across several continents. I’d love some advice. I often have unexplained allergies and need to follow a daily treatment for my diabetes (insulin). I think I can get authorization from my doctor to travel for 6 months with the treatment—is that correct? After those 6 months, is it possible (instead of bothering a relative to send the medication) to see a foreign doctor to get another 6-month travel authorization? How does it work at the airport? Do I need just one medication transport authorization, or do I have to request a new one in each country (once the treatment runs out) for both the flight and a DCI? Also, travel insurance doesn’t cover chronic illnesses, so will I have to pay for foreign consultations out of pocket? I’m not sure if I explained myself clearly. Oh, and just to repeat—travel insurance doesn’t cover chronic illnesses, so foreign consultations will be at my own expense? Thanks in advance for your help!
Hi everyone.
After years of traveling to the USA without any medical insurance subscriptions—and luckily never having any major health issues (though I did get a scorpion sting buried in the sand at CBSouth, 😇)—life has caught up with us, and we’re now being forced into "wisdom" and leaving our carefree days behind.
So, I’m looking for the best compromise for a 2-month health insurance plan.
I’ve read the discussions on this topic, but the most recent one is from last year, and I’d love your take on the current situation.
I’m familiar with the usual options like Europ Assistance and AXA, but I’ve just discovered Chapka and Heymondo (the latter seems interesting in terms of both price and coverage).
What do you think of these last two? How do they compare in terms of value for money against the bigger companies?
Hi,
We’ve planned a 3-week trip to Bali this summer with our 7-year-old daughter. The itinerary includes Sanur, Nusa Lembongan, Sidemen, Amed, and Ubud. The more time passes, the more we read about people getting sick—some with mild to severe traveler’s diarrhea, and many ending up in the hospital. We, as parents, have been through it in Egypt with pretty bad cases, but we’d really like to avoid that for our daughter. Even though there’s no zero risk, and we’ll be careful, can any of you reassure me? Not everyone got sick, right? I’d love to hear positive feedback from parents, but not just them 😊. Thanks in advance!
Hi there...
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I’ve seen that the transport takes a while...
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Hi there,
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For several years now, increased aggression has been observed in Cape fur seals.
At least 70 unprovoked attacks on humans.
It was recently confirmed that this is due to rabies.
The suspected origin is contamination in Namibia by jackals.
The contagion seems to be spreading.
Preventive vaccination (of the animals) is being considered.
Just a reminder:
Rabies affects all mammals.
Once symptoms appear—sometimes weeks or even months later—death is inevitable.
It’s the bite that transmits the disease.
There are so-called "furious" forms with aggression, but also forms without aggression.
In case of a bite, in addition to standard wound care, tetanus prevention… rabies prevention is essential.
Stay careful out there…
Seeing seals from a boat along the coast isn’t rare in these parts…
I need 2 dental implants and I'd like to get them done abroad (it's a question of price).
Thanks for helping me with my search (Turkey, Spain, Romania???)
Can you tell me if you're satisfied with the services provided by Dentist Miguel at Club Amigo in Holguin? I'd like to go there in mid-December. Is it worth the trip to get dental prosthetics done?
Thanks for getting back to me... Michelle from Quebec
Hello,
I’m looking for a dentist who can do a full lower-arch implant with a complete prosthesis. I’m in Quebec and available to travel to Cuba. Need full contact details. Thanks everyone!
My current plan is to get my teeth treated in Cuba, especially for dental implants.
Has anyone here had experience and could refer me to a good, affordable dentist?
I’d really appreciate it if you could give me an idea of the price for one implant, since I need at least 6 done.
Thanks so much!
