@okoch

Infectious Diseases Physician. ID, tropical & travel medicine, global health. Repeatedly injured hill runner. Views entirely my own.

 Edinburgh, Scotland
Joined January 2009
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Oliver Koch retweeted
NHS Lothian
@NHS_LothianJul 10
Removing ticks as soon as possible is the best way to prevent Lyme disease. You can use a pair of fine-tipped tweezers or a tick removal card to remove it carefully and safely. More information - ow.ly/tohS50Zazbn
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If you’re a doctor, nurse or pharmacist working within Travel Medicine, the Professional Development Certificate (PDC) in Travel Medicine has been designed to enhance your knowledge and skills. Application deadline is 12 September, apply at: rcp.sg/pdc
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Oliver Koch retweeted
TravelHealthPro@NaTHNaCJun 24
There are still places available on our second live Getting to Grips webinar for 2026. #measles and #travel is on Wednesday 1 July at 12pm; shorturl.at/sph7Y
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Oliver Koch retweeted
NHS Lothian
@NHS_LothianJun 13
If you’ve returned from Umrah in the last 2 weeks and feel unwell, it’s important you call your GP for medical advice. For more information visit nhsinform.scot/healthy-livin… or call 0800 22 44 88.
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Oliver Koch retweeted
TravelHealthPro@NaTHNaCJun 15
✈️#WorldDengueDay - remember to #check your #risk of #dengue before #travelling #abroad🚢travelhealthpro.org.uk/news/…
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Oliver Koch retweeted
NHS Lothian
@NHS_LothianJun 13
Thousands of young people in Lothian and the rest of Scotland are to be offered vaccination against meningococcal B disease (MenB) this summer. Find out more here: news.nhslothian.scot/2026/06…
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Intravenous Artesunate in Artemisinin-Resistant Severe Malaria in Uganda | New England Journal of Medicine nejm.org/doi/10.1056/NEJMc25…

Intravenous Artesunate in Artemisinin-Resistant Severe Malaria in Uganda | NEJM

In an African study of severe malaria in children with partially artemisinin-resistant parasites with PfK13 mutations, artesunate did not lead to worse outcomes, which suggests that parenteral ...

nejm.org
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There can hardly be anyone better qualified to speak on competency in #travelmedicine than Jane Chiodini. Jane has dedicated her career to education & raising standards in #travelhealth. #NECTM #NECTM10. @rcpsglasgow @NaTHNaC @theRCN – at Belfast, Northern Ireland
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If you are attending #NECTM #NECTM10 in #Belfast make sure you stop by the @rcpsglasgow stand. Find out about advancing your career & becoming part of a welcoming community #TravelHealth #TravelMedicine – at Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Day 2 of #NECTM #NECTM10 #Belfast with @LanceTurtle kicking things off with a fascinating journey into arboviral immunology / vaccinology. #infectiousdiseases #vaccines #TropMed
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Day 2 of #NECTM #NECTM10 in #Belfast. Excellent programme ahead. @rcpsglasgow
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From Guidance to Global Standards in Travel Medicine. Come and visit our poster at #NECTM #NECTM10 in #Belfast. @rcpsglasgow @NaTHNaC @_ISTM_ @bgtha @theRCN #travelmedicine #travelhealth
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#NECTM10 is underway. Opening ceremony starting with reflections on the history of #NECTM. @rcpsglasgow @NaTHNaC @bgtha – at Belfast, Northern Ireland
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Early start for #NECTM10 in #Belfast. #travelmedicine #travelhealth. See you there. @rcpsglasgow @NaTHNaC @bgtha @_ISTM_
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Oliver Koch retweeted
TravelHealthPro@NaTHNaCJun 2
🌎#Rabies #risk survey:🐕are you a #traveller or #health professional advising travellers?🐒The #University of Liverpool, #UKHSA & #NaTHNaC are researching attitudes to rabies & we'd love to hear about your experiences🌍See here for more info: travelhealthpro.org.uk/news/…
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Are you serious about wanting to make travel medicine part of your career? But not yet ready to commit to undertaking the Diploma or MSc in #travelmedicine ? The PDC is a solid foundation to becoming a #travelhealth expert.
Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons of Glasgow@rcpsglasgowJun 2
The PDC in Travel Medicine has been designed to enhance the knowledge and skills of doctors, nurses and pharmacists working within Travel Medicine. This has been designed to be a challenging, worthwhile and enjoyable course to be part of. Apply now at: rcp.sg/pdc
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A brilliant opportunity for scientific & knowledge exchange & to connect with friends & colleagues with a shared passion for #travelhealth #travelmedicine. See you this week at #NECTM10 in #Belfast @rcpsglasgow @_ISTM_ @NaTHNaC @bgtha
TravelHealthPro@NaTHNaCMay 5
🌎Only four weeks to go until the Northern European Conference on #Travel #Medicine (#NECTM) in #Belfast! Check out the #final scientific programme here: travelhealthpro.org.uk/event…
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If you're travelling to an area where malaria is found such as Asia, Africa, or Southern America, you should seek advice from a GP, pharmacist, or travel clinic at least 4 to 6 weeks before you travel. 🔗🌍 Find out more on travelhealthpro.org
Did you know? Malaria prevention tablets are highly effective when taken correctly before you travel and for a period after you return.

ALT Did you know? Malaria prevention tablets are highly effective when taken correctly before you travel and for a period after you return.

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Northern European Conference on Travel Medicine (Belfast, 3–5 June 2026) - scientific programme is well worth a look: mkon.nu/nectm_10/scientific_… Strong, relevant content + a great opportunity to connect with colleagues across travel medicine. @rcpsglasgow @bgtha @NaTHNaC @_ISTM_
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Chikungunya has become a concern for travellers to some international destinations.🦟 There is currently no onward transmission in the UK, but for those travelling to at risk countries our blog post offers the best advice on prevention and protection: ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2025/08/07…
Mosquito feeding on exposed skin. Text on the image says 'What are the symptoms of the chikungunya virus?'

ALT Mosquito feeding on exposed skin. Text on the image says 'What are the symptoms of the chikungunya virus?'

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