It is recommended to communicate with your personal physician prior to departure to inform him/her of your travel plans. Your personal physician will be able to advise if you should have any updated medical inoculations or medical treatments based on your medical history.

Please visit the Center for Disease Control website for up-to-date information on inoculations and medical treatments recommended or required for the destinations you will be visiting. Please keep all personal prescription drugs in the original labeled containers and pack in your carry-on luggage only. It is also advised to have copies of your important prescriptions in case you may need to have one filled while traveling.

Traveler’s diarrhea is one of the most common ailments suffered by travelers. Being careful about what you eat, only drinking bottled water and having medication with you that will stop diarrhea, are all highly recommended.

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