Staying healthy on the road is just as important as having the right luggage. Our range of travel health products gives Australian travellers the tools to prevent illness, manage minor injuries, and protect themselves from the environmental hazards that come with exploring the world. From DVT prevention socks for long-haul flights to travel first aid kits built for everything from day trips to remote expeditions, we've got your wellbeing covered.
At Travel Gear, we believe healthy travel is smart travel. That's why we stock a carefully selected range of travel health essentials suited to Australian travellers heading anywhere from Bali to Bolivia, the Kimberley to the Camino.
Essential Travel Health Categories
DVT Prevention. Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a genuine risk on long-haul flights, particularly those over 4 hours. Compression socks and DVT prevention gear improve circulation in your legs during extended periods of sitting, reducing swelling, fatigue, and the risk of blood clots. Our DVT prevention range includes graduated compression socks and travel comfort accessories recommended by travel health professionals.
Travel First Aid Kits. Accidents happen — a blister on day one of a hike, a minor cut at a beach far from a pharmacy, a headache the morning of your big travel day. A compact travel first aid kit gives you the essentials to handle minor medical situations confidently, wherever you are. Our kits range from ultralight personal pouches to comprehensive family kits suited to extended travel.
Mosquito & Insect Protection. Mosquito-borne illness is a real risk in much of Asia, Africa, and Central and South America. Our mosquito and insect protection range includes treated mosquito nets, insect repellent wristbands, bed bug protection covers, and treated clothing accessories — giving you multiple layers of defence for destinations where biting insects carry genuine health risk.
Bed Bug Protection. Bed bugs are found in accommodation at every price point worldwide. Our bed bug protection products include mattress liners and protective covers that create a barrier between you and infested bedding — essential gear for backpackers and budget travellers in particular.
Need a full healthy travel setup? Combine our health essentials with a travel accessories kit and you'll be prepared for almost anything the road throws at you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What health products should I take when travelling?
At minimum, pack a compact first aid kit, any prescription medications you take regularly, sunscreen, insect repellent, and oral rehydration sachets. For long-haul flights, add DVT prevention compression socks. For travel to tropical destinations, add a treated mosquito net and antimalarial medication (consult your GP before travel).
Do compression socks really prevent DVT on flights?
Graduated compression socks are clinically shown to reduce the risk of DVT and lower leg swelling on long-haul flights. They work by applying gentle pressure that improves blood flow from the feet upward. Most travel health professionals recommend them for flights over 4 hours, particularly for travellers over 40 or those with existing circulation issues.
Are travel first aid kits worth buying?
Yes. Pre-assembled travel first aid kits are lightweight, compact, and contain exactly what you need for common travel injuries — cuts, blisters, sprains, and stomach upsets. Assembling your own from scratch takes time and usually costs more. A good kit weighs under 200g and fits in any daypack.
How do I protect myself from mosquitoes while travelling?
Use a combination approach: apply DEET-based or picaridin repellent to exposed skin, wear long sleeves and pants in the evening, sleep under a treated mosquito net in high-risk regions, and consider permethrin-treated clothing for extended stays in malaria-prone areas. See your GP or a travel medicine clinic before visiting high-risk destinations for the latest advice on prophylactic medication.
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