When we think about our holidays we often ask questions like "Will it be sunny?" and "Shall we hire a car?" rather than "Can I drink the water?" and "Where's the nearest doctor?" Here are our top 10 tips for staying healthy on holiday...

1. Get your jabs

Talk to your GP or practice nurse if you're going to a country where you'll need vaccinations, such as Thailand or Brazil. Early planning is the key - at least 3 months before if possible - as some vaccinations take a while to work

2. Pack your prescription meds

Plan early to make sure you have enough of your prescription medication to see you through your holiday. Keep your medication in your hand luggage, and make sure it's clearly marked.

3. Find the doctor

Locate your nearest pharmacy and doctor on the first day of your holiday - don't wait until something goes wrong. Ask your holiday rep, see your hotel receptionist or check in your guidebook.

4. Be careful - here comes the sun

And along with it comes sunburn, prickly heat and sunstroke. For most sun-starved Britons, avoiding the sun is probably not an option but try to be sensible. Drink plenty of water, re-apply your suncream every 1-2 hours and take extra care with babies and children.

5. Say bye-bye to bad bellies

Check whether the water is safe to drink and if not, avoid salad and say "no" to ice in your drinks. Upset tummies are one of the most common holiday ailments, so pack constipation remedies, diarrhoea tablets and rehydration sachets.

6. Take a mini-first aid kit

Pack a small first aid kit with safety pins, antiseptic wipes, antacids, aspirin, travel sickness remedies and paracetamol, as well as plasters - handy for flip-flop blisters!

7. Protect yourself

Even if you're not planning a holiday romance, it's best to be prepared. Condoms protect against pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Ideally, use condoms bought in the UK with the BSI Kitemark for safety.

8. Bring things for bites and stings

Don't forget your mosquito repellent - those pesky things attack mostly after dark. If you are bitten, you can use an ice pack, antihistamines or anesthetic cream to help reduce itching and swelling.

9. Keep up your 5-a-day

Our diet can change a lot when we're on holiday, but try to eat your 5 portions of fruit and vegetables a day. If it's a struggle, multivitamins could be a temporary top-up while you're away.

10. Get your travel insurance

Travel insurance is vital in case you, or someone in your family, needs medical treatment on holiday.

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