International Travel and Infectious Disease

Traveling abroad can increase your exposure to infectious diseases caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites. Some significant infectious health hazards for Americans traveling abroad are diarrhea, malaria, hepatitis A, and other emerging diseases. 

• Guidance for Travelers
  Many diseases are just a plane ride away. Take care of yourself and others before you travel and when you return with this information.
  
  
• Materials and Resources
  Videos, posters, and other materials that you can share, view, or print.
  
  
• Guidance for Health Professionals
  Screening and triage information, clinical evaluation resources, infection control guidance, and other resources for health care providers.