Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City Launches New Travel Health Clinic To Enhance Traveller Safety

Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC), a leading hospital in the UAE under the PureHealth group, has introduced a new Travel Health Clinic. This facility aims to meet the changing health needs of travellers entering or leaving the UAE, ensuring both personal and community health protection.

The clinic offers pre-travel consultations that can greatly minimise health risks associated with travel. A dedicated team of infectious disease specialists, travel health nurses, pharmacists, and lab staff supports these services. They provide comprehensive pre- and post-travel medical care to manage travel-related health issues effectively.

The Travel Health Clinic provides pre-travel consultations and gives evidence-based advice tailored to each traveller's health profile and itinerary. It also administers necessary vaccinations for international travel, such as those for yellow fever and meningococcal disease, based on specific destination risks.

Preventative measures cover protection against diseases like malaria and conditions like altitude sickness. Post-travel evaluations are crucial, involving expert assessments for febrile illnesses or specific exposure concerns. The clinic also conducts certified medical fitness assessments required by foreign embassies in the UAE.

Dr. Zahir Babiker, interim division chair of tropical and infectious diseases at SSMC, stated: "At SSMC, we are committed to advancing healthcare excellence in the region. The launch of our dedicated Travel Health Clinic reflects our leadership in tropical and travel medicine, providing expert, comprehensive support to ensure individuals are well-prepared, protected, and confident when they travel, giving them peace of mind both during their journey and upon their return."

The clinic caters to all international travellers and those needing official medical certifications from embassies. To enhance safe travel preparation, SSMC collaborates with corporate partners, embassies, and insurance providers.

Convenient Access to Services

Located within SSMC's Outpatient Department, the clinic is easily accessible for travellers seeking consultations. Appointments can be made via WhatsApp, through the Travel Health Clinic’s website or SEHA App, or by calling 800 7762 if within the UAE.

This initiative underscores SSMC's commitment to healthcare excellence by offering specialised services that address the unique needs of travellers while safeguarding public health.

With inputs from WAM