Bonjour! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger (“Germ”) & Chris Sanford (“Worm”) answer your travel health questions:

• How do I pack clothing for warm & cold climates into my carry on bag?
• Should I get vaccinated for Hepatitis A before a trip to France?
• What’s the deal with screwworm and pets in Mexico?
• What is tetanus, and have you ever seen a case of it?
• How can I safely prepare my salad before eating it overseas?
• Can I obtain my same OCP when traveling abroad?
• Should I get immunized against rabies before I travel, or afterwards just if I need to?
• What concentration of DEET is best, and what do you recommend?

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Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford’s & Dr. Pottinger’s alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.