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Guidance on staying well in Bali, travel-health advice and updates from across the BIMC network — written by our medical teams.
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closeClear filters6 Tips to Prevent Motorcycle Accident in Bali
6 Tips to Prevent Motorcycle Accident in Bali – According to the Statistics of Bali Province or BPS, the traffic accidents in Bali in 2019 were 2,462 cases. Its rate went down during the pandemic because of the travel restrictions. Many of those cases come from Motorcycle Accident in Bali. The accidents that involve motorcycles
Facial Injury Among Travelers in Bali
Facial Injury Among Travelers in Bali – Injury, particularly road traffic accident-related injury, was the leading cause of mortality among foreign travelers globally. More than a million people are estimated to have died or been disabled as a result of an accident. The most prevalent injury in the field of plastic surgery sector among overseas
Water Sport Injuries: Tips For Prevention
Water Sport Injuries: Tips For Prevention – During the hot summer months, Water Sport Injuries activities are a terrific way to keep active, cool down, and have fun. We are lucky to live on the island of Bali, which is surrounded by sea. Many of us love hobbies such as swimming, sailing, boating, paddle boarding, kayaking, and
Smooth Sailing: 5 Practical Ways to Combat Seasickness on a Boat Trip
Smooth Sailing: 5 Practical Ways to Combat Seasickness on a Boat Trip — With its stunning coastline and proximity to Lombok and Nusa Lembongan, tourists in Bali is offered excellent opportunities for boat trips. Whether you’re planning a leisurely sail or crossing the strait to explore other islands, the motion of the boat on the
5 Most Common Injuries During River Rafting in Bali
5 Most Common Injuries During River Rafting in Bali — Bali is known for its stunning beaches and rich cultural heritage, also offers an exhilarating adventure for adrenaline enthusiasts, such as rafting. In Ubud area, Bali boasts an impressive range of rivers that cater to rafting enthusiasts of all skill levels. From the challenging rapids
5 Types of Malaria and Their Symptoms, the Same or Different?
5 Types of Malaria and Their Symptoms, the Same or Different? – What are the types of Malaria and their Symptoms? Malaria is a dangerous disease in which the transmission is caused by the bite of infected Anopheles mosquitoes. The mosquito brings Plasmodium parasites that enter the bloodstream when it bites your skin. Generally, there are
How to Safely and Healthily Travel for Vacations
How to Safely and Healthily Travel for Vacations — We all know that traveling is one of the ways to relieve stress. Traveling allows you to escape your daily busy schedule while exploring and learning about new things. When you explore a new place, learn about new cultures, taste new food, and meet new people,
How Do You Know When A Sunburn Is Serious? Read This
How Do You Know When A Sunburn Is Serious? Read This — Are you wondering how do you know when a sunburn Is serious? In many cases, it’s when the skin becomes red, painful, and blistering. When the blistering has progressed, it can be a sign of a serious burn. When the blistering has not
Don’t Let the Flu Get You in Kuta, Bali.
Don’t Let the Flu Get You in Kuta, Bali — Ever since the pandemic hit, the smallest occurrence of flu could be a big deal. Even though vaccines are already distributed and most had been vaccinated, it doesn’t close the possibility of someone getting the flu. But don’t let the flu get you! Especially when
Tips to Overcome Hangover Headache because of Alcohol Before Going to BIMC Hospital Kuta
Tips to Overcome Hangover Headache because of Alcohol Before Going to BIMC Hospital Kuta — Have you ever felt hangover headaches? It often happens after drinking too much alcohol. Indeed, it is so uncomfortable and interrupts your activities. Try to ease the pain first by yourself at home. You should go to the hospital immediately
Avoiding Sunburn on Bali Holiday
Avoiding Sunburn on Bali Holiday — As Bali is only eight degrees south of the equator, ultraviolet rays don’t have to travel as far as they do in more northern latitudes, so they deliver more UV rays per minute of exposure. Add the reflective nature of sand and water and a short visit to the
How to Reduce the Effects of Jet Lag?
How to Reduce the Effects of Jet Lag? — Jet lag occurs when the brain cells that regulate the circadian rhythm, can’t adjust to the new time zone fast enough, messing up traveller’s metabolism, sleep pattern, and pretty much everything else on the first few days of vacation. Since jet lag cannot be entirely avoided
Bali Belly: Traveller’s Diarrhea
Bali Belly: Traveller’s Diarrhea — Bali belly is another term used to describe traveller’s diarrhoea while on holiday in Bali for the first time. Bali belly or traveller’s diarrhoea can often be picked up in the first week of travel, where their body is exposed to new and unfamiliar bacteria and viruses. Bali Belly is
The Risk of Rabies in Bali
The Risk of Rabies in Bali — Bali is considered as one of the top tourist destinations in the world, it even named as the number one happiest travel destination, by Club Med. Despite all of the label, Bali also offers serious health risks that are almost invisible, one of them is rabies infection. Rabies
Traveling With Children 101: How to Keep Children Healthy During Travels
Traveling With Children 101: How to Keep Children Healthy During Travels — Traveling with children can either be fun or miserable. The outcome of your trip with your children highly depends on how you prepare everything in advance. On top of that, it is also your responsibility as a parent to keep your children healthy
What is DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis)?
What is DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis) ? — Deep vein thrombosis, or DVT for short, is a medical condition in which blood clots form in one or more deep veins. DVTs are commonly formed in the thigh or calf. However, it may also occur in different parts of the body. This article explains everything you
Traveler’s Diarrhea – Things You Should Know about This Disease
Traveler’s Diarrhea – Things You Should Know about This Disease — Travelling is one of the best ways to relieve all stress in your mind. However, there is also a time when traveling could be annoying because of illness. Yes, visiting a new place that has a different environment and conditions that your living place
Guide to Dehydration – How to Prevent It
Guide to Dehydration – How to Prevent It — Dehydration is a common health problem that many travelers have to face during their trip. Mostly, it happens because they are too immersed in the trip activity. It is not surprising because many people try to forget their stressful daily routine during vacation. Thus, they enjoy
Get the Best Monkey Pox Diagnoses and Treatments at BIMC Kuta Hospital.
Get the Best Monkey Pox Diagnoses and Treatments at BIMC Kuta Hospital. — Do you know about monkeypox? Monkeypox is a rare disease. Since 13 May 2022, cases of monkeypox have been reported to WHO from 12 Member States that are not endemic for monkeypox virus, across three WHO regions. Epidemiological investigations are ongoing, however,
Safe Travel in Bali
Safe Travel in Bali — There’s no disagreeing with the fact that Bali knows how to party. In addition to the temples, beaches, and mountains, many people also come here to enjoy popular party scenes in Kuta and other locations. It is no surprise then that people sometimes go a little overboard and unfortunately wind
Tips Travelling Aman dan Nyaman Bagi Pasien Hemodialisis
Tips Travelling Aman dan Nyaman Bagi Pasien Hemodialisis — Siapa bilang pasien hemodialisis tidak diperbolehkan liburan? Justru sebaliknya, berlibur sejenak bagi pasien hemodialisis sangatlah disarankan karena akan menyegarkan dan menyehatkan pikiran pasien yang telah lama berkutat menjalani rutinitas pengobatan. Walau demikian, bukan berarti pasien hemodialis dapat berlibur tanpa perencanaan matang. Terdapat sejumlah persiapan penting yang
Hotel Nikko Bali Partners with BIMC Siloam Nusa Dua
Nusa Dua, July 2020 – Hotel Nikko Bali is collaborating with Bali International Medical Centre (BIMC) Siloam Nusa Dua in a mutual partnership that allows both parties to enhance their services in the era of new normal in traveling. With the newly forged partnership, Hotel Nikko Bali Benoa Beach is able to assist their guests
Deadly Alcohol Back in the News
Deadly Alcohol Back in the News — In November 2016 Health-e posted “Dying for a Drink” about unregulated bars that pour illicitly produced and deadly alcoholic drinks containing methanol, an urgent health issue that doesn’t seem to be going away. This past October Perth native, Bailey Chalmers, visited Bali like many young Australians, to have
Travelling with allergies: symptom relief and management tips
Travelling with allergies: symptom relief and management tips — Getting relief from your allergies when in Bali starts with ensuring you pack all the medications you’ll need and if your stock becomes low Indonesian pharmacies (apotik) typically sell what you require although the brand might be different or generic. Dining Out: If you have food