If you are traveling to Rio de Janeiro for Carnival 2022, you’re in the right place. We created a comprehensive guide to staying safe during Rio Carnival 2022. Read on to learn about the health risks for Rio Carnival you need to consider if you plan on attending this spectacular celebration in Brazil. TravelBug Health […]
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Apr
Apr
There’s a lot to consider when planning a trip to Ecuador — from preparing for the climate to deciding where you’ll stay and what you’ll do. But two of the most important things to think about are your health and safety. In this post, we’ll go over the key immunizations you need for a safe […]
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Mar
Mar
Traveling abroad can be an incredibly exciting experience: new cultures, new food, new beaches to relax on while sipping a cocktail. However, if you aren’t careful with your health, travel can also be a miserable ordeal. This is especially true if you’ll be visiting a developing country where sanitation standards might be lower than in […]
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Mar
Mar
Malaria is one of the most common and deadly public health crises facing the world today. Infections are caused by the plasmodium parasite, which is transmitted between human hosts by blood-drinking mosquitos. While cases have declined dramatically over the past ten years, it is still a very real threat to travelers visiting Sub-Saharan Africa, along […]
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Feb
Feb
Expanded Testing Options for Entry to Canada As of today February 28, 2022, the Canadian government has expanded the options for COVID-19 testing to enter Canada. Now, a PCR test or a Rapid Antigen test is acceptable for entry. Testing Requirements for Canadian Citizens and Vaccinated Foreign Nationals Canadian citizens or vaccinated foreign nationals are […]
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Jan
Jan
The Olympic Games have always been a unique opportunity for the world to come together on the same stage without regards to political or cultural differences (ideally). Amid a global pandemic, The Olympics live on, but the logistics of attending the Games have certainly become more complicated. Here’s what you need to know if you […]
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Mar
Mar
The World Health Organization (WHO) finally confirmed this week that COVID-19 is a global pandemic. The number of people affected worldwide is increasing rapidly. Should you be alarmed? I have been following the global health experts daily and here’s what you need to know: Worldwide status and forecast COVID-19 is now present in well over […]
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Jan
Jan
The recent outbreak of Novel Coronavirus (designated 2019-nCoV) has exploded in the last several days. What is Novel Coronavirus? The CDC and world health organizations are closely monitoring an outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel (not seen before) coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China in early December, 2019. The growing epidemic […]
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Apr
Apr
In 1963, before scientists developed a measles vaccine, the CDC reported an average of 500,000 measles cases and up to 500 deaths annually in the U.S., primarily affecting children. As a result of a highly effective vaccination program, health authorities declared measles eliminated from the U.S. in 2000. In 2019, the number of measles cases […]
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Dec
Dec
The trek to the lost city in Colombia is amazing but still a challenging jungle expedition. You will encounter a variety of conditions and terrain. I’ve compiled my list of top ten tips for packing and preparation. Bring the essentials and avoid needless extras. Remember, you have to carry it all on your back. Top […]