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At a British festival, it’s best to come prepared for any type of weather. Most people come prepared for wet weather, with wellies and anoraks, but may forget that sometimes the sun comes out! And even when it’s cloudy, it is still possible for your skin to be exposed to harmful UV rays, which can cause skin cancers. | At a British festival, it’s best to come prepared for any type of weather. Most people come prepared for wet weather, with wellies and anoraks, but may forget that sometimes the sun comes out! And even when it’s cloudy, it is still possible for your skin to be exposed to harmful UV rays, which can cause skin cancers. | ||
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The best way of looking after your mouth is to brush your teeth and gums twice a day with a toothbrush and toothpaste. Don’t forget to pack them though if you do, most festivals also have stalls were you can buy them. | The best way of looking after your mouth is to brush your teeth and gums twice a day with a toothbrush and toothpaste. Don’t forget to pack them though if you do, most festivals also have stalls were you can buy them. | ||
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Packing for a festival can be a nightmare but these are the essentials not to forget! | Packing for a festival can be a nightmare but these are the essentials not to forget! | ||
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Whether you're a first-time visitor or a festival fiend, staying healthy at a festival is important. Below are some excellent advice for to help you, your friends and family to stay safe published a group of medical professionals volunteering for Festival Medical at a variety of events throughout the UK.
The following links will take you to the relevant page on FMS's website.
Alcohol at Festivals
There are a few basics to make sure that you keep well at a festival when drinking alcohol. Following our simple advice will help you to have a better time with fewer risks of bad side effects.
Staying Hydrated
Warm weather, long days out on the festival site and an increase in physical activity (walking and dancing) can result in dehydration. To reduce this risk and enjoy the festival follow our hydration tips.
Hearing
Loud live music is part of the festival experience,however, it can also damage your your ears. Read our advice on how to protect your hearing.
Sexual Health
Remember, saying ‘no’ is always an option. However, if you do have sex at the festival the best way to look after your sexual health is to use condoms. Take them with you, so you’re prepared.
Drugs at Festivals
Drugs are a part of everyday life, so it is no surprise to find them at festivals. The best way to safe is not to take drugs! Remember it is okay to say ‘no’. Here are a few basic steps to make sure that you keep well at a festival if you do decide to take drugs. Following our simple advice will help you to have fewer risks of bad side effects.
Sun Safety
At a British festival, it’s best to come prepared for any type of weather. Most people come prepared for wet weather, with wellies and anoraks, but may forget that sometimes the sun comes out! And even when it’s cloudy, it is still possible for your skin to be exposed to harmful UV rays, which can cause skin cancers.
Mouth Care
The best way of looking after your mouth is to brush your teeth and gums twice a day with a toothbrush and toothpaste. Don’t forget to pack them though if you do, most festivals also have stalls were you can buy them.
What To Take To a Festival
Packing for a festival can be a nightmare but these are the essentials not to forget!
More on What to take to a Festival.
Festival Safety
With the number of people attending festivals, its easy to lose yourself in the crowd. Keep your phone charged (or carry a spare battery) so you can contact your friends. It’s useful as a torch too! When you do split up, arrange a time and place to meet up again.
Feet Care
Never wear brand new wellies and always make sure your wellies/shoes fit. Walking boots are ideal as they are usually breathable, waterproof and protective and can help prevent ankle sprains if you slip or fall. Blisters and damage to nails are usually caused by poorly fitting footwear. Two pairs of thin socks are better than one thick pair and can help prevent blisters.
Prescription Medicines
The most obvious, yet still the most important piece of advice about your prescribed medication – whether you take it regularly or just might need it – is to bring it!
More on Prescription Medicines.
Existing Health Problems
Events try to make themselves accessible and welcoming to people with health problems and disabilities. With a bit of thought and planning, many potential difficulties can be overcome.
More on Existing Health Problems.
Children at Festivals
Festivals can be overwhelming for adults, noisy, smelly and full of strangers (some in funny clothes). So imagine what it may be like for the little ones. Lots of lovely family memories can be created at festivals but be mindful that children may need lots of reassurance that it’s all fun and OK.
More on Children at Festivals.
Tick Bites and Lyme Disease
Most UK festivals take place in fields or on farmland. Even Reading which is walking distance from the heart of the city takes place on a farm. And where there is farmland and animals, there are likely to be ticks.
More on Tick Bites and Lyme Disease.
Immunisations
So you’re off to a festival in the UK and possibly the last thing on your mind is whether your immunisations are up to date. But you are going to be in close proximity to thousands of people, especially if you are planning on spending any time in a mosh pit or dance tent. There are vaccines available for measles and the most common types of meningitis, two serious infections which we know have been transmitted at festivals.
Hot Weather
There is nothing better than a dry, sunny festival; here are some tips to help you survive it.