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Advice to travelers.

E Barrett-Connor

    The Western Journal of Medicine
    |July 1, 1975
    PubMed
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    Adventurous travelers face risks of rare diseases. Immunization and chemoprophylaxis can prevent many infections, while others require early detection by physicians.

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    Area of Science:

    • * Travel Medicine
    • * Infectious Diseases

    Background:

    • * Travelers deviating from common routes face unique health risks.
    • * Exposure to diseases uncommon in the continental United States is a concern.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • * To highlight the risks of acquiring infectious diseases for travelers.
    • * To emphasize preventive measures and the role of medical professionals.

    Main Methods:

    • * Review of infectious disease risks associated with non-traditional travel.
    • * Discussion of preventive strategies including immunization and chemoprophylaxis.
    • * Emphasis on physician's role in premorbid detection of unpreventable infections.

    Main Results:

    • * Many travel-related infections are preventable through medical interventions.

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  • * A subset of infections remains unpreventable, necessitating early diagnosis.
  • * Physicians play a crucial role in identifying and managing these conditions.

    • Conclusions:

    • * Travelers should be aware of potential infectious disease exposures.
    • * Immunization and chemoprophylaxis are key to preventing many travel-related illnesses.
    • * Vigilance and early detection are essential for managing unpreventable infections.