Last year, there were 14 outbreaks of norovirus illness on U.S. cruise ships – a 10-year high, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CC) Vessel Sanitation program. By early March 2024, there had been one outbreak reported, which sickened 92 passengers. Although norovirus illnesses are rarely deadly, the symptoms can quickly…
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Military and Emergency Room Medical Experience Prepared SentinelMED Chief Medical Officer for Current Role
Working in war zones, disaster zones, and urban emergency departments gave Dr. Eugene Delaune the broad medical experience needed to manage care for travelers thousands of miles away. Delaune, the chief medical officer for SentinelMED, recently described some of those experiences in an article in the International Travel & Health Insurance Journal. In addition to sharing…
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Five Tips for Staying Healthy While Traveling
Packing for a spur-of-the-moment weekend trip to the beach or a long-awaited bucket list vacation abroad requires two different packing lists. However, there are several things you should do before any trip. Following these simple tips for staying healthy while traveling can help ensure your trip is a success. 1. Pack over-the-counter and prescription medicines.…
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Six Things to Think About When Preparing for International Summer Travel
Whether getting ready for a bucket list vacation or taking advantage of a last-minute deal, preparing for international summer travel requires more thinking and planning than an average trip within the U.S. Although it can feel exciting just to throw a few things in a bag and go, you'll likely have more fun, and less…
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