Special episode: Health and CDC

Published: Feb. 3, 2023, 3:01 p.m.

Travel tip: Get the right sleep and exercise before your trip. That will boost your immunity.

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Today\u2019s Special Episode on Travel Health and CDC checklist questions

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Here\u2019s what you need to know\u2026..and answer

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CDC has a good website with the right questions to ask your doctor. Or for your doctor to ask you.

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  • When are you traveling?
  • Make sure you plan ahead, even months ahead.

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  • and how long will you be at each location?

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  • Where are you traveling?
    • Which countries are you visiting
    • \xa0and in what order?
    • Where within the country or countries will you be traveling?
    • Are these destinations urban or rural?
    • Where will you be staying (sleeping) during your trip
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    • \xa0(such as a hotel with air conditioning,\xa0
    • screened cabin, open-air tents,\xa0
    • or with family or friends)?
  • What activities will you be doing during your trip?\xa0
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  • Have you traveled internationally in the past?
    • When did you travel?\xa0
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    • How old are you?
  • What vaccinations have you had before?
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    • Do you have or could you get a written record of your previous vaccinations?
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    • When did you have these vaccinations?
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    • How many doses did you have of a particular vaccine?\xa0
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  • Do you have any other allergies?\xa0
  • In particular, do you have an allergy to eggs, latex, yeast, mercury, or thimerosal?
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  • What is your medical history and current health status?\xa0

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  • What medications are you currently taking or have you taken in the past 3 months?

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https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/preparing-for-appointment



Is there a disease directory at CDC?

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Yes there is. Show notes have the link. You will find the most common diseases and where they are mostly found, plus immunizations.



https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/diseases

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Let\u2019s get ready for your next healthy trip solo.