Alder M B, Chisholm B
Infectious Diseases Physicians Inc., Travelers' Clinic, Annandale, Va.
Nurse Pract. 1991 May;16(5):10-4, 16-8, 25.
International travel is becoming increasingly popular with Americans, whether for business or pleasure. Approximately 10 to 15 million U.S. citizens travel abroad each year, and more than 8 million of these travel to developing nations. Travelers risk exposure to viral, bacterial and parasitic diseases not often encountered in the United States. Clients planning an international journey should be encouraged to obtain advice from their primary care practitioner. This article reviews the health care needs of the international traveler, including predeparture evaluation, required and recommended immunizations, and advice on disease-prevention measures.
国际旅行在美国人当中越来越受欢迎，无论是出于商务还是休闲目的。每年约有1000万至1500万美国公民出国旅行，其中超过800万人前往发展中国家。旅行者面临接触在美国不常遇到的病毒、细菌和寄生虫疾病的风险。应鼓励计划进行国际旅行的客户向其初级保健医生寻求建议。本文回顾了国际旅行者的医疗保健需求，包括出发前评估、所需和推荐的疫苗接种以及疾病预防措施方面的建议。
