Immunizations

Although no immunizations are required for American exchange students entering France, several are recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Other immunizations may be...

Travel to Israel does not require a specific set of immunizations. However, it is advisable to make sure that your vaccinations are up-to-date, and depending on your personal health and doctor's...

The only required immunization for visitors to Costa Rica is a yellow fever vaccination for those coming from South American and African nations with a risk of yellow fever transmission. However,...

Getting ready for an international trip is exciting, and part of the necessary preparation is making sure that you have all the tools and information you need to stay healthy and protect yourself...

Italy does not require visitors to get vaccinations before they enter the country. You can help yourself stay healthy, though, by making sure that your immunizations for common diseases are...

Africa is a beautiful and enchanting continent. Its vast human and biological diversity draws visitors from all over the world. Whether exploring the ocean waters and white sand beaches that...

Travel to foreign countries is exciting, but it can also be stressful, especially when it comes to safety and health-related concerns. But there are many resources that help make international...

To ensure a healthy trip to and from the Dominican Republic, you will need to take a few precautions, including vaccinations. Be sure to consult with a doctor before traveling.

Bali is the destination of choice in Indonesia. The medical system there is not as advanced as the one in the United States, so travelers need to be aware of their own medical needs before their...

In general, immunizations are not required to travel to most countries in Africa. However, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends travelers be current on routine...

There are few vaccines currently required for international travel, but there are many that are recommended to reduce the risk of infection. Recommended vaccines for travel vary based on...

One of the western hemisphere's most popular tourist destinations before the souring of relations with the United States, Cuba has seen a resurgence of international visitors in recent years. When...

As travel restrictions to Cuba are relaxing, more Americans are venturing to the island just south of Florida. While health care on the island is good and disease management is highly effective...

U.S. residents traveling to Europe are not required to have any special vaccinations, although the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that travelers of all ages be up to...

Malaria, a life-threatening, blood-borne disease, occurs when an infected mosquito bites a person, releasing a parasite called Plasmodium. The parasites multiply in the liver and cause infections...

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention highlights all of the vaccines and inoculations travelers should receive before visiting China. In addition to the regular immunizations that...

While no shots are required for travel to China, many are recommended to help minimize the chances of serious---even life-threatening---illness. Here are the recommended shots.

South Africa is a country rich in cultural, natural and historical diversity. In order to have a safe and healthy trip, make sure you receive and update the appropriate vaccinations. South Africa...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) outlines the required and recommended vaccinations for travelers traveling to China and other countries in Asia. To get these vaccinations,...

If you're planning a trip to Africa, don't forget to protect yourself against sickness and get yourself immunized. Although, Yellow Fever is the only immunization required before entering Africa....

When traveling to Peru, many types of inoculations are recommended, but as of 2009, none are required. You should always check for the most current information when actually preparing for your...

Brazil contains a wide range of topographical features, including lush rain forests, soaring mountains and sparkling beaches. To travel there, however, you need more than a passport and a...

Dengue fever is a disease common to tropical areas, including such popular tourist destinations in Southeast Asia as Thailand, Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam. Even Singapore has problems with the...

Africa is the second largest continent in the world, made up of diverse geographic regions and climates. Certain preventable illnesses are widespread in regions of Africa where inadequate...

I'm pretty sure everyone has experienced this. May it be on your way to work or on your way to campus, but waking up in the morning while you're driving can be hard at times. Here's a way to...