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Diptheria on the Rise | Vaccines | Calgary | Prepared Traveller.ca

Diptheria on the Rise | Vaccines | Calgary | Prepared Traveller.ca Alarming pockets of diphtheria outbreaks have been occurring worldwide recently. Diphtheria is a bacterial infection, caused by Corynebacterium diphtheriae. It

ONTARIO GOV'T TO PAY FOR ANNUAL HIGH DOSE FLU VACCINE FOR SENIORS | Vaccines | Calgary | Prepared Traveller.ca

ONTARIO GOV'T TO PAY FOR ANNUAL HIGH DOSE FLU VACCINE FOR SENIORS | Vaccines | Calgary | Prepared Traveller.ca The Ontario government released news today regarding a series of initiatives aimed at providing better care for seniors. Included amongst them is coverage of th...

Fluzone HD Covered in Manitoba | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic

Fluzone HD Covered in Manitoba | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic Fluzone HD is a specially formulated flu vaccine that has been shown to be 24.2% more effective in preventing the flu when compared to the regular vaccine in th...

Prepared Traveller is GROWING! | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic

Prepared Traveller is GROWING! | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic It is with great enthusiasm I announce the the addition of Bryan Ludlow to Prepared Traveller, allowing us to increase our hours of availability and sustain our...

Review Milestone! | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic

Review Milestone! | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic   Preparedtraveller.ca  achieved a notable milestone yesterday - over 50 five-star google reviews!  Thank you to everyone who has supported me in this journey t...

Fluzone HD - Important option if over 65! | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications

Fluzone HD - Important option if over 65! | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications The 65+ age group comprises 15% of Canadians, but 70% of all flu-related hospitalizations, and 90% of flu-related deaths.  This population is also significantly

Can a Vaccine Prevent Traveller's Diarrhea? | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications

Can a Vaccine Prevent Traveller's Diarrhea? | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications Japan has some interesting signs, such as this one in Narita airport.  I had the opportunity to discuss this one with an airport official who helped to design t...

Theft Prevention while Travelling | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications

When you read a sign that says "beware of pickpockets," don't check your valuables!

Theft Prevention while Travelling | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications To protect oneself from pickpocketing while travelling, one must TLC - Think Like a Criminal.  An appealing target for a thief looks like they cannot react quic...

Travel Kit and Travel Smart! | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications

Travel Kit and Travel Smart! | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications Packing light enough not to be charged for extra and that you will be able to port around is an art.  Squeezing in a travel health kit may be the last thing on ...

Cruise Ships and Norovirus Outbreaks | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications

Cruise Ships and Norovirus Outbreaks | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications Norovirus infection is characterized by abdominal cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea that lasts 1-3 days.  It may also increase the risk of developing irritable bow...

"Kissing Bugs" Spread Chagas | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications

"Kissing Bugs" Spread Chagas | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications Chagas is a disease affecting 6-7 million people, mostly in Latin America.  Its long term complications affect the heart, and it is thought to be the leading ca...

Peril at the Peaks | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications

Many travellers experience illnesses related to high altitude which may prevent them from visiting their destination - even going to Machu Picchu.

Peril at the Peaks | Prepared Traveller | Travel Clinic, Vaccines, Medications     Travel to an area over 2500m (Cusco, Quito, La Paz, Kilimanjaro, Lhasa are some popular high altitude destinations) can put you at risk of altitude illness,...

Deadly Disease Carrier | Prepared Traveller | Calgary Travel Clinic

The Aedes aegypti mosquito in action taking a blood meal - you don't want to meet this mosquito!

Deadly Disease Carrier | Prepared Traveller | Calgary Travel Clinic Yellow fever , Zika , Dengue , and Chikungunya are all viruses that are transmitted by the Aedes aegypti mosquito.  The virus, in the saliva of the mosquito, is...

30-70% Travellers Afflicted with Diarrhea | Prepared Traveller | Calgary Travel Clinic

Diarrhea can be debilitating and significantly impact a traveller's itinerary. It is also the most common illness to acquire abroad.

30-70% Travellers Afflicted with Diarrhea | Prepared Traveller | Calgary Travel Clinic   Bacterial pathogens account for 80-90% of all cases of traveller's diarrhea, most likely due to poor hygiene practices in restaurants.  While it is still a go...

Prepared Traveller | Calgary Travel Clinic

Did you know today is International Travel Day?
Actually it isn't, but it would have been perfect to share my news: I'm launching PREPAREDTRAVELLER to promote my pre-travel consult services!
Please like, share, and check out the website (but be gentle, I built it myself)!
PS - there is a World Tourism Day, but I can't wait until Sept 27!

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