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COPYRIGHT 2001 Society for the Advancement of Education
To ensure that you bring nothing home from your travels but souvenirs, watch what you eat and steer clear of bugs that bite.
WHEN PLANNING to travel abroad, most people prepare by purchasing plane tickets making hotel reservations, and booking rental cars. However, many do not consider or plan for the health hazards they may encounter. If you are going abroad and want to spend your time seeing the sights rather than looking for bathrooms or for local physicians, keep reading and see your doctor at least one or two months prior to departure.
The degree of risk you might encounter while traveling will, of course, depend upon your destination. Areas that are similar to the U.S. include Europe, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, and Hong Kong. Check to see when your passport expires, as well as whether or not a visa is required for your destination. Make an appointment for a physical and dental exam and be sure to bring your vaccination record with you. You need to be up to date on your routine...
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