United Kingdom
A high standard of dental care is available throughout the United Kingdom
Supplies of international medications are available from both the hospitals and private pharmacies in the UK
Blood supplies are considered safe and screened to international standards
While good medical services are widely available, free care under the National Health System is allowed only to U.K. residents.
Recent medical and dental exams should ensure that the traveler is in good health. Carry appropriate health and accident insurance documents and copies of any important medical records. Bring an adequate supply of all prescription and other medications as well as any necessary personal hygiene items, including a spare pair of eyeglasses or contact lenses if necessary.
All routine vaccines (such as DTP or Td, Hib, MMR, polio, varicella, influenza and pneumococcal) should be kept up-to-date as a matter of good health practice unrelated to travel.
Colds and other upper respiratory infections are common, but no more so than in comparable climates of other industrialized countries. No major health hazards exist.
The incidence of communicable diseases in most areas is such that they are unlikely to prove a hazard to the international traveler greater than that found in his own country. There are, of course, health risks, but in most areas the precautions required are minimal.
High levels of immunization coverage have reduced the incidence of diseases such as measles and diphtheria. Influenza risk extends from November to April.
AIDS: According to the Department of State, anyone who appears unwell may be tested. A positive test result may cause applicants to be denied entry. Contact the United Kingdom's embassy for details.
