International travel requires days, weeks and sometimes months of preparation. In addition to planning their itineraries and packing lists, international travelers should keep an eye on travel alerts and warnings that may be in place for their destinations. The U.S. Department of State has an online system that helps keep travelers informed about short- and…
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Vaccinations and International Travel
While the U.S. Department of State provides travel alerts regarding safety and security in countries outside the United States, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issues travel notices specifically related to health risks in specific destinations. The travel notices are designed to inform travelers and clinicians about disease outbreaks, natural disasters, special events…
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International Travel During Pregnancy
For women who are pregnant or thinking they may be pregnant, there are special considerations for international travel. With careful and thorough planning, many pregnant women are able to travel safely. Pre-Travel Consultation Before leaving on any international trip, a woman who is pregnant should set up a consultation with her obstetrician. A primary focus…
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Part 2: Traveling with Medical Interventions During Commercial Air Medical Transports
As a specialist in door-to-door commercial air medical transports and medical escorts, our staff is trained in how to handle medical interventions during commercial air medical transports. Our area of expertise includes but is not limited to traveling with respiratory equipment, prosthetics, braces, casts and other support appliances. If there are questions about specific medical…
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