Analysis of consular assistance provided to Irish citizens abroad, 2014-2023.

Introduction: There has been limited literature reporting the nature of the consular assistance provided to travellers. This study aimed to describe the consular assistance activity of the Irish Department of Foreign Affairs.

Methods: Publicly available consular assistance data (2014-2023) were analysed descriptively.

Characteristics and morbidity patterns of last-minute travelers in Thailand.

Background: Last-minute travelers (LMTs) present significant challenges for travel health services and are considered vulnerable due to their lack of health preparation. However, there is a lack of data to support this assumption.

Methods: The proportion of LMTs was investigated through a cross-sectional study involving all Thai travelers who visited the Thai Travel Clinic before their departure abroad.