France
France is the largest Western European country, covering 550,000 sq. km. The north-east and west are hilly, and the country is bounded south-east by the Jura Mountains and the Alps. Mont Blanc is Europe's highest peak. Fertile plains, covering 60% of the land area, produce a vast variety of produce. The Paris region supports 20% of the population.
The climate is Mediterranean in the south, with warm, moist winters and hot, dry summers. The climate is maritime in the north-west, with a small annual temperature range, plentiful rainfall, and winter temperatures modified by the Atlantic influence. The climate is continental in the east, with plentiful summer thunderstorms. The temperature in Paris varies from 3°C in January to 20°C in July.
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Pre-travel Preparation Will Help Protect Your Health While You Are Away
Pre-travel preparation will help keep you safe and healthy while you are away. Please consult the Travel Doctor-TMVC before you travel overseas. We will provide specific recommendations tailored to your itinerary. Our doctors will assess and advise you on your risks, and recommend appropriate vaccination and medication to minimise your risk of becoming seriously unwell on your trip.
Vaccination Recommendations/Requirements
Before you travel, make sure that you are up to date on all routine vaccines recommended for you based on your age and underlying risk profile.
These include:
- Chickenpox (Varicella): either previous disease or vaccination
- Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
- Flu (Influenza)
- Hepatitis B
- Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR): travellers born during or after 1966 are recommended to have received two vaccinations previously
- Meningococcal ACWY
- Polio: per childhood schedule
- SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19)
Additional vaccines may be required or recommended for this destination. This will vary depending on your medical history, prior immunisations, length of travel, season of travel, itinerary and other relevant factors.
Common Medical Conditions
It is recommended to carry a traveller’s medical kit for the self-treatment of common traveller’s ailments such as respiratory or gastric infections.
Health Risks
The following diseases are known to occur in the area:
Disclaimer: The following information is intended as a guide only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.
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