Diarrhea is the leading cause of illness in travelers.
The incidence of diarrhea is directly related to contaminated food. More than 30,000 American and European travelers develop malaria each year. Compliance with antimalarial chemoprophylaxis and use of personal protective measures to prevent mosquito bites are keys to prevention. The UH Health Center Clinic or your personal physician can advise you of these factors. Diptheria, tetanus, measles, influenza and hepatitis A continue to be worldwide problems, easily prevented by vaccines.