How do I prevent seasickness?

How do I prevent seasickness?

Motion Sickness Advice

Common symptoms include:

·       Dizziness

·       Nausea

·       Vomiting

·       Hot flushes or sweating

·       Belching

·       Excess saliva

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If you are prone to motion sickness, you may already know which treatments work best for you. If not, we recommend speaking with your doctor or pharmacist prior to travel to discuss suitable options.

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Medications prescribed by your doctor or purchased from a pharmacy will include clear instructions on how and when to take them. For best effect, many treatments should be started before boarding and taken as directed throughout your journey.

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Some guests prefer natural remedies, such as:

·       Ginger

·       Green apples

·       Acupressure wristbands

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General tips that can help:

·       Get fresh air whenever possible

·       Look towards the horizon to help stabilise your balance

·       Stay well hydrated — water is best

·       Limit caffeine, alcohol, and fizzy drinks, as these may worsen symptoms for some people

·       Eat small amounts regularly; an empty stomach can make symptoms worse

o   Plain foods such as crackers or bread rolls are often well tolerated

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When selecting a cabin, those located mid-ship and on lower decks typically experience less movement and may help reduce symptoms.

 

Medical facilities

All medical facilities onboard our ships meet or exceed the standards set by the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA).

Each ship is equipped to provide both inpatient and outpatient care. Our medical teams are highly experienced professionals from across Europe, all with a minimum of 3 years training in acute care prior to working at sea.

As a minimum, each ship is staffed by:

·       1 Doctor

·       3 Nurses

·       1 Medical Administrator

A 24-hour service is available for both guests and crew.

 

Important Information About Medical Services

·       Medical services onboard operate as a private healthcare service, and charges apply

·       We are unable to dispense NHS prescriptions, including repeat prescriptions

·       Due to the nature of medical care, it is not always possible to provide detailed quotes in advance however Consultation fees are clearly displayed and can be provided on request

 

Medication Storage and Advice

·       Your cabin cooler is not suitable for storing medication, the Medical Facility can safely store it for you, this service is provided free of charge — please visit the Medical Centre to discuss your needs. 

·       Always pack essential medications in your hand luggage

·       If you forget or lose your medication, please inform the medical team as soon as possible, whilst we carry a wide range of medications onboard, availability is more limited than in a shore-based pharmacy. If a specific medication is not available, we will do our best to source it at a port of call.



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