General travel advice
INTRODUCTION - More individuals are traveling internationally now than ever before. International travel can lead to wonderful new experiences and lasting memories. Unfortunately, travel can also lead to health problems that range in severity ... [... more] Up To Date
Supplemental oxygen on commercial airlines
Preflight patient assessment High altitude and heart disease INTRODUCTION - As air travel has become more common, travel opportunities have increased for people with serious medical conditions. This includes passengers with lung disease who ... [... more] Up To Date
Air Travel Health Tips
Information about air travel health tips from the American Academy of Family Physicians. Most people don't have any problems when they fly, but it's possible to make airplane travel safer and more comfortable. Here are some tips: Carry enough of ... [... more] Family Doctor
Travel Health Tips for Students Studying Abroad
Travelers' Health Home > Travel Health Tips for Students Studying Abroad Study-abroad programs offer students an exciting opportunity for learning and cultural exchange. Study-abroad programs are increasing in availability and geographic ... [... more] Centers for Disease Control
Immunizations for travel
INTRODUCTION - Travel immunizations can help prevent many of the more serious travel-related health problems. It is important to plan ahead for these immunizations because most of them require four to six weeks to become effective. The ... [... more] Up To Date
Food poisoning (food-borne illness)
Approach to the adult with acute diarrhea in developed countries Clinical features and diagnosis of Yersinia enterocolitica and Yersinia pseudotuberculosis infection Clinical manifestations and diagnosis of Listeria monocytogenes ... [... more] Up To Date
Bedbugs
INTRODUCTION - Bedbugs are small insects that can infest homes and other structures. There are several species of bedbugs, one of which (Cimex lectularius) is responsible for the majority of infestations in temperate (moderate) climates; another ... [... more] Up To Date
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