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

• What should I know about cholera before I travel?
• What are the implications of CDC no longer meeting to discuss vaccines?
• What essentials should I pack for a day hike?
• What are the ABCs of hepatitis A, B, and C?
• Should I visit as many countries as I can?
• Any special health concerns for a trip to Rio for Carnival?
• Is this really a bad year for flu, and is it too late for me to get immunized?
• Any safety tips for safety when road cycling in Europe?

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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.