On August 14, 2024, The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak of Mpox in Africa to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). Here’s what you need to know to hopefully put your mind at ease.
If you’re thinking of visiting Africa in 2024, make sure you’re fully vaccinated and up-to-date on all the latest travel health advice. African countries can be hotspots for a variety of illnesses and diseases, so it’s important to take precautions before you go.
Drawing from our own overseas travel experiences, we’ve created a comprehensive checklist and provided ideas to help you assemble a personalized medical travel kit tailored to your specific health needs and travel habits.
Are you planning an adventure trip or visiting a remote location? Have you thought about getting travel evacuation insurance? TravelBug Health addresses some questions you may be asking. Is Evacuation Insurance different than Travel Insurance? When planning your travels, navigating the world of insurance can be complex, with various options available that cater to different […]
The benefits of studying abroad are numerous and profound for international students. Exploring a new country and culture is not only enriching but also allows you to broaden your horizons, seeing the world from a different perspective, developing new skills, becoming more independent, and gaining self-confidence. Beyond personal growth, this immersive experience prepares you for […]
The island of Bali in the Indonesian archipelago has been one of the world’s tourist hot spots for decades, with nearly seven million visitors arriving each year. Fascinating history, exotic landscapes, and the friendliest locals make for an inviting destination. However, traveling to Bali requires a few extra precautions, including some vaccines that you may […]
Do you need yellow fever vaccine where you are traveling? How long does it last? Does insurance cover yellow fever vaccine? Our blog today has the answers for you.
Around 400,000 missionaries travel every year, with over 50,000 of them coming from the LDS church. This doesn’t even include the humanitarian trips unaffiliated with any church or the United State government’s Peace Corps program, which sends out almost 4,000 volunteers each year. In any case, a remarkable number of people travel every year hoping […]
Taking your first international trip can be exciting but also a little scary, especially if you’re not well-prepared. Even if you’re an experienced traveler in your home country, going overseas presents its own set of challenges, but they’re easily managed with proper preparation. We’ve assembled a checklist of several critical planning steps for your next […]
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 […]