https://patient.info/health/rss Latest updates from Patient.info PatientInformationLeaflet Copyright 2026 Patient.info We're excited to launch our new 8-Week Healthy Baby Course. Each week we focus on key topics such as sleep, bonding with your baby, breastfeeding, teething, and weaning. Join us for practical advice and useful tips to help support the health and wellbeing of both you and your baby. Lynn Stephen https://patient.info/childrens-health/8-weekhealthybabycourse 4nNgyOU6iLpPD509lioRlH 2026-09-04T23:00:00.000Z Medical cannabis is sometimes considered as an additional treatment option for palliative care when standard approaches have not provided sufficient relief or have caused troublesome side effects. Dr Sheila Popert https://patient.info/treatment-and-medication/medical-cannabis-in-palliative-care ayOvbqUE48u8pR6516d9c 2026-08-13T23:00:00.000Z Travel vaccinations are an essential part of holiday and travel planning, particularly if your journey takes you to an exotic destination or 'off the beaten track'. The risks are not restricted to tropical travel, although most travel vaccines are targeted at diseases which are more common in the tropics. For more general information about travel see the separate leaflet called Health advice for travel abroad. This leaflet discusses the vaccinations that are available and gives some idea of the time you need to allow to complete a full protective course of vaccination. Further information specific to your destination can be obtained from your surgery (if they have the resources to offer this service), from specialist travel clinics and from a number of websites. You will find a selection of these listed at the bottom of this leaflet and under references. Dr Mary Elisabeth Lowth, FRCGP https://patient.info/travel-and-vaccinations/travel-vaccinations-leaflet doc_28848 2026-08-04T00:00:00.000Z Dengue (which used to be called dengue fever) is a viral illness which is very common in the tropics and subtropics. It is usually a flu-like illness lasting under a week but it can sometimes be very serious, even fatal. https://patient.info/travel-and-vaccinations/dengue-leaflet doc_29441 2026-08-04T00:00:00.000Z Keratosis pilaris is a very common skin condition which affects children and teenagers more than adults. It causes rough skin, particularly over the upper arms, outer legs and buttocks. Dr Philippa Vincent, MRCGP https://patient.info/skin-conditions/keratosis-pilaris 55TBS4nDwDiqDjgaJwCY8n 2026-08-03T23:00:00.000Z Planning a trip to Namibia? You'll find red dunes, shipwreck coasts and star-filled skies. Give yourself time to discover local culture and landscapes as distances and climates can vary. In desert areas, expect strong sun and dry heat, and prioritise hydration and shade. For peace of mind, look over vaccine advice and other health precautions before travelling. National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) https://patient.info/travel-and-vaccinations/namibia 6IecvlNdq4eTZUbG1iGEwC 2026-06-03T00:00:00.000Z South Korea is a safe country to visit with minimal health risks. However, it is always advisable to be properly prepared for any travel. National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) https://patient.info/travel-and-vaccinations/south-korea f3791fd0c9474e7fa13ea5e2db1824c7 2026-06-03T00:00:00.000Z From first-time visitors to seasoned travellers, Dominican Republic delivers palm-fringed resorts, mountain interiors and merengue rhythms. Give yourself time to take in local culture and landscapes as distances and climates can vary. It's wise to confirm vaccination recommendations and other travel health risks in advance. National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) https://patient.info/travel-and-vaccinations/dominican-republic 7MdaNxbudepYc7u1gn1ORJ 2026-06-03T00:00:00.000Z From first-time visitors to seasoned travellers, Eswatini delivers wildlife reserves, desert dunes and ocean-backed cities. Give yourself time to take in local culture and landscapes as distances and climates can vary. For peace of mind, look over vaccine advice and other health precautions before travelling. National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) https://patient.info/travel-and-vaccinations/swaziland-eswatini 4N8OaWYuClxcy0d8eMyRP1 2026-06-03T00:00:00.000Z From first-time visitors to seasoned travellers, Saudi Arabia delivers Red Sea reefs, desert forts and mountain towns. Give yourself time to take in local culture and landscapes as distances and climates can vary. In desert areas, expect strong sun and dry heat, and prioritise hydration and shade. Check up-to-date vaccination guidance and other health considerations ahead of your journey. National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) https://patient.info/travel-and-vaccinations/saudi-arabia HhBhHmfTX3361so7810RP 2026-06-03T00:00:00.000Z