MaSanté while travelling
Our pharmacists can help you with all the health-related details of your next trip, from first aid kits to vaccines, medication, and practical advice. We’re here to help you stay healthy during your trip.
Find a storeOur pharmacists can help you with all the health-related details of your next trip, from first aid kits to vaccines, medication, and practical advice. We’re here to help you stay healthy during your trip.
Find a storeYour pharmacist is your best ally for a healthy trip. Discover our personalized travel‑health consultation services, no matter your destination.
Traveling to the Caribbean, Mexico, Cuba, or the Dominican Republic? Together, we assess your health needs and vaccinate you before you leave so you can travel safely and with peace of mind — even with a baby.
Going to Asia, Australia, Europe, or the African continent? We assess all your health needs during a more in‑depth consultation, so you can set off feeling reassured, whether you're traveling solo or with family.
Before you leave
While travelling
At your destination
Traveller’s diarrhea, malaria, chikungunya... before you leave, take the time to assess the situation in the country you’re visiting. Make sure you’re informed about the relevant health risks, preventive treatments, vaccinations, and medications. Your pharmacist is here to help, whatever your travel style.
Some vaccines—like Hepatitis A and B, tetanus, yellow fever, and typhoid—require a 6-week delay and sometimes multiple doses to be effective by the time you reach your destination. Plan ahead and ask your pharmacist for advice.
Wipes, bandages, disinfectants, electrolytes, antidiarrheals, and more. We’ll help you put together a complete travel health kit for the whole family. Our specialists can also adapt your medical needs to your destination and existing prescriptions.
Worried about motion sickness while travelling? Don’t panic! At Brunet, our pharmacists can inform you of the best practices and treatments to keep you comfortable while you’re on the move.
Known for causing nausea, malaise, sweating, and even vomiting, motion sickness can affect anyone, whether you’re travelling by car, plane, boat, or train. Luckily, there are a few simple ways to prevent or alleviate these symptoms. Here are some helpful tips:
Atmospheric pressure is usually associated plane rides, but it can also be an issue when travelling by land through mountainous regions. When the atmospheric pressure is high, you may feel some discomfort in your ears and face. Here are a few tips for minimizing the symptoms:
Long journeys and cabin pressure can cause certain complications, including swollen legs. Here are some solutions:
Travelling can put your mind and body to the test. Here are a few simple strategies for managing travel anxiety: :
Jet lag and the excitement of travel can affect your sleep. Here are a few tips to help you make the most of your trip:
Just because you’re going on vacation doesn’t mean you don’t need to pay attention to your health once you’re there. Here are a few reminders to keep you healthy so you can enjoy your trip to the fullest.
Check with your pharmacist if your medications cause photosensitivity..
Consult and print the travel health information sheet for the country (or countries) you’re visiting, and take all the health advice you need for your destination (vaccines, contacts, illnesses, etc.) with you when you go.
Travelling with peace of mind starts with good preparation. With guest Nancy Martel, a Brunet-affiliated pharmacist-owner, Jean-Nicolas explores what to pack in your health kit before you leave and tackles some of the most common illnesses affecting travellers, including malaria and traveller’s diarrhea. This episode also offers practical tips on vaccination, diet, and preventive medications.
* Podcast in french only.
SAISON 4 — EPISODE 3
Travel with peace of mind
From medications to pregnancy, children, and travel care kits, our pharmacists have selected the information you need for your next trip.
Your pharmacist plays an important role in your health and can meet most of your day-to-day needs. Our pharmacies offer more services than you might think!
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