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AbstractThe traveller who presents with fever on return requires a comprehensive assessment. This paper outlines the salient features in assessing these patients. A detailed history, examination and knowledge of diseases prevalent in the areas that were visited is essential if one is to arrive at a diagnosis and institute appropriate treatment or referral.Malaria remains the first differential diagnosis in travellers returning from an endemic area irrespective of precautions taken.The most common illnesses that result in a fever in travellers are presented and a resource list is provided.

The article focuses on the benefits of using Fly Eliminators to prevent flies from transmitting diseases, irritation and sores in horses.