Preparing for Humanitarian Missions in Haiti

Doctor with Peacework Medical Projects in Ranquitte, Haiti.

I have been seeing more and more patients lately in our travel clinic on their way to participate in humanitarian and medical missions to serve the people of Haiti. What a wonderful opportunity they have to make a difference in people’s lives, and change their own lives in the process. Haiti remains a popular destination […]

What is the risk of catching Ebola?

What is the risk of catching Ebola?

World health experts are dealing with an international health emergency as the death toll increases in the recent Ebola Virus (EBV) outbreak in West Africa. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting that 2240 people have been infected and 1229 have died as of Tuesday, August 19 in the largest outbreak of […]

CDC Recommends a Travel Clinic Visit

The Yellow Book published by the CDC

Before you travel overseas, check out the CDC travel website for updated travel health bulletins and information specific to your destination country. The CDC also recommends that you schedule a visit with your travel medicine specialist at least 4 -6 weeks before you travel. Ready to schedule your travel clinic visit today? Contact us now […]

What vaccinations should I have to attend the World Cup?

What vaccinations should I have to attend the World Cup in Brazil?

The Gold and Silver medals won during the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics will soon be a fading memory as athletes and spectators shift their focus across the Pacific to Brazil, the site of The FIFA World Cup™ championships. From June 12 to July 13, 2014, enthusiastic football fans will descend upon the twelve host cities […]