This article addresses the risk of respiratory illness for those travelling overseas. It considers emerging disease risks, particularly the influenza virus, as well as vaccination and vulnerable populations. Resources to help practitioners provide pre-travel advice in line with best practice in travel health are discussed.
Nursing Standard. 24, 47, 50-56. doi: 10.7748/ns2010.07.24.47.50.c7916
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