Did you know you can make your clothing insect repellent with an easy-to–use product which costs less than $10 and lasts 6 washings?

Ecotourism, beautiful beaches, delightful weather. Costa Rica is an ideal vacation spot. Who wouldn’t want to go to a place that is a cross between the Caribbean and Hawaii? But do you know which vaccines are needed to travel to Costa Rica? Do you need to worry about Dengue or Malaria?

Travel medicine doctors recommend using high quality insect repellents to prevent malaria, dengue, yellow fever and Japanese encephalitis. Which ones actually work? Are they safe?

SCUBA divers have a large range of options these days when it comes to choosing a safe dive destination.  To a great extent your choices will be determined by your interests.  Whether you're a cold-water tech diver who wants the deepest wrecks or more of a Caribbean macro-fauna photographer, there are some common safety features that you'll want in any SCUBA dive operation.

Dengue infection is exploding worldwide and the international traveler is vulnerable. Dengue fever is present in most Latin American and Asian countries. Alarming increases in in all populated areas from major cities to small towns in the past few years makes Dengue fever a serious concern for the international traveler.

International travelers often worry about their risk of contracting avian (bird) flu. Did you know there are many types of bird flu but only one type that affects humans?

Do recent changes in the adult immunization schedule affect you?

Shanghai and Beijing are two of the largest cities in the world. Naturally, they are  common destinations for businessmen, students, and tourists alike. How will you prepare? Do you need any vaccines for travel to China?

Twinrix vaccine protects against Hepatits A and Hepatitis B. It is avaialble in standard and accelerated dosing. Use this comparison of schedules and costs to assist you in your selection of protection against Hepatitis A and Hepatis B infections.

It’s so confusing, how do you choose medication to prevent malaria? How will you select one to suit your busy schedule? Which anti-malarial medications actually work at your destination? How much do anti-malarial medications cost?