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International travel risks rise with infectious diseases

Millions of Americans are expected to travel internationally this summer, increasing the risk of infectious disease spread. Modern air travel allows diseases to cross continents rapidly, as seen with recent outbreaks of hantavirus, Ebola, measles, dengue fever, and avian influenza. Travelers are urged to adopt responsible health literacy by ensuring vaccinations are up-to-date, following advisories, carrying medications, and practicing preventive habits like handwashing and masking when necessary. AI

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International travel risks rise with infectious diseases

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Bernadette Boden Albala, Contributor ·

    A Changing World: Global Health Meets Modern Travel

    As international travel surges, infectious diseases present a growing concern, especially given how quickly they can spread through modern air travel. We must prepare.