The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides up-to-date information regarding Covid-19 Travel Requirements; International Travel; and Cruise Ship Travel. For additional Travel Health Information, visit the links on our News & Resources page.
Refer to these helpful resources when planning an international trip.
The vaccines necessary for international travel are often not covered by medical insurance. The Travel Doctor staff is well versed in insurance coverages and is available to discuss vaccine fees with you before you make a final decision about your trip.
Be prepared for this common situation when you are traveling. Know prevention tactics, what to do if you contract Travelers Diarrhea, and which warning signs should prompt you to contact your physician. Details are in this article about Travel Preparedness.
Travelers visiting Africa have the highest risk of contracting Malaria, with cases also seen in those who have traveled to Asia, Oceania, Central and South America, the Caribbean and the Middle East. Your doctor can prescribe medications (depending upon the area and length of travel) to help prevent malaria; however, none of these are 100% effective in prevention, and therefore protective measures against mosquito bites is also highly recommended.
The trip is booked, you are excited, you have taken care of the last minute loose ends at home and work, and you are beginning to pack for your trip! You’ve had your recommended travel shots but what else can…
Protect Yourself from Malaria and Other Insect Borne Illnesses Most insects pretty much keep to themselves and don’t cause any harm. And then there are those pesky mosquitos and ticks. Aside from the annoyance of the bites and buzzing, they…
It is possible for high-altitude illness to begin at 5,000 feet above sea level, but most often occurs above 8,200 feet (2,500 meters). Some popular extreme travel destinations such as Cusco, Peru (11,000 ft); La Paz, Bolivia (12,000 ft); Lhasa…
