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How can I avoid food poisoning and diarrhoea when travelling? Food poisoning and diarrhoea can seem even worse when you are pregnant. Try to restrict travel to areas with high standards of hygiene. Drink only bottled mineral water; never use tap water even for cleaning your teeth. Check food is cooked thoroughly, and avoid salad, shellfish, ice, and dairy products that may not be pasteurised (e.g. certain types of milk, cheese or ice cream).   Article continues below advertisement   © Crown Copyright  (www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk 25/09/2007)     Travelling While Pregnant  How can I avoid food poisoning and diarrhoea when travelling?  Can I have vaccinations during pregnancy?  When is it safe to travel by plane?  more.... Risks and Health Concerns During Pregnancy  Alcohol and pregnancy  Smoking in pregnancy  Contact with animals during pregnancy  Rubella and HIV  Which viruses can harm an unborn baby?  more.... Pregnancy  Pregnant But Can't Poo?  Perineal massage  Top Tips for Relaxing During Pregnancy  The Usual Signs of Pregnancy  Glossary of Pregnancy Words  more.... Latest Forum Discussions just been back to butlins again lol Disneyland holidays!! Rabbits going on hol too lol ideas for holiday in december anyone been to lapland uk plane journey with a 5wk old baby  Foodie Stuff  Food Additives Linked To Hyperactivity  Avoid Food Additives  Read some Pregnancy Features here  Read the Latest Baby and Pregnancy News