 Whether you are traveling for business or pleasure, it is important
to protect yourself from the many diseases that may threaten your health.
Some countries require certain immunizations for entry. The TRIP Center
at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center can help you determine which immunizations
are necessary.
The TRIP Center is a reliable source for providing all travel-related
health information, immunizations and preventative medications for your
travel needs.
Those traveling abroad can take several precautions to help avoid the
potential for travel related health complications prior to and during
travel. International travelers should try to set up an appointment ideally
4-6 weeks before their trip. Some travel vaccines require a series of
vaccinations given over a period of time. Even if it is less than 4 weeks
before your trip, you should still consult your travel medicine provider
since you may still benefit from vaccinations, medications, and information
on protecting your health while traveling.
Preventing illness or injury is a vital part of making your trip an
enjoyable one. Some destinations have environments that may be very different
from the area you live in. Travel to developing countries can pose certain
risks and it is important to take certain precautions.
Hand washing is one of the best ways to prevent disease from infection
while traveling abroad. Frequent hand washing with soap and water or
alcohol based hand sanitizers can help prevent the transmission of disease.
To decrease your risk of traveler's diarrhea when traveling to another
country one should take precautions when eating and drinking. To minimize
the amount of bacteria in foods, eat foods that are well-cooked and that
have not sat out for long periods of time. Although tempting, avoid eating
foods from street vendors. Avoid raw or uncooked foods or any kind of
unpasteurized dairy products. Remove the skin and peel from fruits yourself.
Drink commercially bottled water or carbonated beverages. Avoid ice.
Use bottled water when brushing your teeth.
If you are traveling to a country with an increased risk of malaria,
be sure to tell your travel medicine health provider so that you can
receive any preventative medications prior to your trip. While away,
avoid any water activities in freshwater lakes and streams as it may
increase your risk to exposure to certain diseases. When traveling to
countries with an increased risk of disease transmitted by mosquitoes,
be sure to protect yourself with bednets, insect repellents, and special
clothing, while in these areas.
Be sure to refill all prescription medications to last the entire duration
of your trip. If possible try to take extra prescriptions for medications
in case they need to be refilled abroad.
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