In India and Ghana take various precautions to avoid getting sick so that you have a happy, healthy experience. Food and waterborne diseases are the number one cause of illness in travelers. Travelers' diarrhea can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites, which are found throughout the region and can contaminate food or water. Make sure your food and drinking water are safe. When traveling in these regions, pay special heed to malaria.
Malaria is a preventable infection that can be fatal if left untreated.
Prevent infection by taking prescription antimalaria drugs and protecting yourself against mosquito bites, the means by which the disease is primarily transmitted. Also know that in certain areas, yellow fever vaccination is recommended and may be required for entry into certain countries. Meningococcal meningitis, for travel to most of these countries from December through June. Hepatitis B vaccine is now recommended for all infants and children ages 11-12 years who did not complete the series as infants. Wash your hands often with soap and water.