We are in the midst of the busy summer travel season with people heading away on their holidays.

If you're traveling more than eight hours by car or plane with varicose veins, you could be at risk for blood clots.

Varicose veins are a very common condition, affecting up to three in 10 adults – so what kind of preventative measures can be taken?

On the couch this week is Mr Michael Arthur Murphy, Vascular Surgeon at Beacon Hospital.