Travel Medicine

Travel Medicine is the medical field dedicated to the prevention of diseases associated with international travel, ensuring that each person travels safely and with peace of mind. Before travelling—especially to tropical destinations or countries with specific health risks—it is essential to attend a travel consultation to assess health status and plan preventive measures.

At Luz Doc, with units in Lagos and Praia da Luz, we offer personalised Travel Medicine consultations, tailored to the destination, duration of the trip, health conditions, and type of travel (leisure, work, or volunteering).

The consultation allows the identification of specific risks and the development of strategies for infectious disease prevention, ensuring a safer and more protected journey.

Travel Medicine Services

At Luz Doc, we provide comprehensive support in travel health, including:

• Personalised pre-travel assessment
  Evaluation of the destination, medical history, and type of travel, allowing the identification of risks and tailored recommendations for each traveller.
• International vaccination plan
  Recommendation and administration of mandatory or recommended vaccines for specific destinations (such as yellow fever, hepatitis, tetanus, among others), in accordance with international guidelines.
• Prevention of tropical and infectious diseases
  Guidance on protective measures against diseases such as malaria, dengue, typhoid fever, or foodborne infections, including preventive medication when indicated.
• Food and water safety advice
  Information on precautions regarding food and water consumption during travel, reducing the risk of gastrointestinal infections.
• Travel kit and preventive medication
  Recommendation of essential medications and supplies to take, adapted to the destination and individual needs.
• Post-travel follow-up (when necessary)
  Assessment of symptoms after returning, enabling early identification of any infections acquired during the trip.

Travel Medicine at Luz Doc allows you to travel with greater safety, reducing risks and ensuring proper preparation for any destination. Specialised medical advice is essential to prevent complications and protect your health throughout your journey.

If you are planning to travel—especially internationally—schedule your Travel Medicine consultation in Lagos or Praia da Luz in advance.

Travel safely — book your consultation at Luz Doc.