Travel Health Information
Prior to international travel, please review the following information.
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Please review basic health and safety information about your destination:
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Be prepared :
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Know how to access medical care while abroad and in transit as needed for any health issues that may arise.
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Address any physical and mental health concerns prior to travel as appropriate.
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Create and carry a document listing any physical and mental health conditions, medications, heathcare provider contact information and insurance information as appropriate.
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Have a plan for traveling with medications; IAMAT’s Guide for Traveling with Medications is an excellent free downloadable resource.
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If you anticipate needing any destination-based immunizations or medications prior to travel or if you have any health conditions which could put you at risk for severe illness from COVID / other illnesses, chronic conditions, severe allergies etc please make sure to discuss your travels with appropriate healthcare providers prior to your departure to ensure adequate preparation.
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Consider bringing masks and hand sanitizer in your carry-on and utilizing throughout travel as needed.
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Seek additional information for more specialized destination considerations including but not limited to insect protection and related issues (including Malaria, Zika, Tick-Borne Diseases), food and water precautions, altitude travel, exposure to blood-borne pathogens, Rabies, etc.
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For additional travel health resources, Montana State University Health Services offers clinical services to meet the medical needs of travelers. For travel consults, pre-travel physicals, dental care, etc., students can make an appointment by calling the office at 406 994 2311.