Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
MEDICAL CHECKLIST
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antibiotics
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antidiarrheal drugs (eg loperamide)
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acetaminophen/paracetamol (Tylenol) or aspirin
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anti-inflammatory drugs (eg ibuprofen)
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antihistamines (for hay fever and allergic reactions)
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antibacterial ointment (eg Bactroban) for cuts and abrasions
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steroid cream or cortisone (for poison ivy and other allergic rashes)
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bandages, gauze, gauze rolls
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adhesive or paper tape
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scissors, safety pins, tweezers
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thermometer
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pocket knife
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DEET-containing insect repellent for the skin
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permethrin-containing insect spray for clothing, tents and bed nets
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sunblock
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oral rehydration salts
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iodine tablets (for water purification)
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syringes and sterile needles
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tampons
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preferred contraceptive pills
Infectious Diseases
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Dengue fever is a mosquito-born viral infection transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes most commonly
during the day and usually close to human habitations, often indoors.
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Malaria is also transmitted by mosquitoes, although those that carry the disease prefer to bite in the
evening. It's more common in rural areas.
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Leptospirosis is a rare but serious bacterial infection transmitted through water contaminated with
animal urine.
