Comments on: Travel consumers need to take responsibility for vaccinations

By: Dee

Dee — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 22:39:08 +0000

There are some legal considerations in this, particularly in regards to malaria. We are not allowed to say you do or you don’t need malaria tablets. I am sure that some tour operators do say but the law is very stringent in this area as a recent documentary on the television which ‘exposed’ naturopaths etc.

We do try and give people some tips generally, but always recommend they check with their doctor (who check it on the central NHS database) or the tropical diseases clinic in London.

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By: Darren Cronian

Darren Cronian — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:50:33 +0000

Some great points here. I can understand why travel agents might be hesitant in giving out medical information, but it would be nice just to receive just a general nudge in the right direction when booking the holiday.

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By: Erica Johansson

Erica Johansson — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:36:05 +0000

I don’t think it’s the travel agents’ responsibility to inform about vaccinations, but I definitely believe that many travellers would appreciate it.

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By: Rohan

Rohan — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 04:48:26 +0000

I would expect the travel agent to tell me that it’s adviseable to have vaccinations, and refer me to my doctor. So, I agree with Beth.

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By: Beth

Beth — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 21:06:04 +0000

I agree that travel agents shouldn’t be giving specific advice, but what’s wrong with saying “there are vaccines recommended or required for this destination. You should talk to your doctor or go to a travel clinic.”

That is, of course, because people obviously don’t know to do this without a reminder.

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