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Explore the legacy of Louis Pasteur in combating anthrax and rabies. Discover the history and impact!

Louis Pasteur’s Fight Against Anthrax and Rabies | Passport Health Louis Pasteur is famous for developing the process of pasteurization, but did you know the French chemist also developed the anthrax and rabies vaccines?

Ever wonder why mosquitoes seem to pick you? Discover the reasons and how to protect yourself!

Why Do Mosquitoes Like Me? | Passport Health Scientists have found evidence about why mosquitoes target some people more often than others! You may need to pack some extra repellent for your next trip!

Join the fight to end tuberculosis! Learn about the new strategies unfolding in 2024.

The Process to Finally End Tuberculosis | Passport Health With vaccines and treatment, tuberculosis is not any issue for many people. So, how do we stop TB's spread in the many countries still battling an epidemic?

Mosquitoes: Tiny but deadly! They spread diseases more than any other animal. Protect yourself and learn more:

Why Are Mosquitoes So Dangerous? | Passport Health Mosquitoes are often annoying, but it's the diseases they carry that make them so dangerous. Learn more about these infections and how they affect you.

Taking malaria drugs? You can still enjoy a drink! Alcohol doesn’t affect the absorption of common malaria meds like Malarone and doxycycline, but moderation is key to protect your liver. More info here:

Alcohol While on Malaria Prophylaxis Drugs | Passport Health These drugs can help prevent malaria even before you come in contact with the disease. Can you safely consume alcohol while taking malaria prophylaxis drugs?

Monkeypox is now Mpox, the World Health Organization has renamed the virus to reduce stigma and avoid cultural offenses. More on this significant change here:

Monkeypox is Renamed to Mpox | Passport Health Monkeypox has a new name, according to the World Health Organization. The disease will be known as mpox moving forward, but why?

Graduating soon? Reward yourself with a trip that transforms. Start your journey with Passport Health!

How to Travel After College Graduation | Passport Health After spending years paying tuition, a foreign trip after graduation may seem impossible.

Stay healthy on your travels! Consult a travel health specialist for tailored advice, necessary vaccines, and peace of mind. Learn more:

Why You Need A Travel Health Specialist | Passport Health Many people don't realize the importance of travel health. Visiting with a specialist can make the difference between a dream trip and a nightmare.

Stay protected with the right vaccine! Learn the crucial differences between chickenpox and shingles vaccines today.

Different Chickenpox and Shingles Vaccines | Passport Health The two diseases share the same base disease, but you need two separate vaccines for chickenpox and shingles.

Marburg virus, akin to Ebola, poses severe health risks with high fatality rates. No vaccine yet, but studies are ongoing. Stay informed!

What is Marburg Virus? | Passport Health Marburg was discovered 50 years ago when it spread through a city in Germany. Today, the virus is a deadly cousin to Ebola.

Natural disasters can trigger epidemics through overcrowding and infrastructure damage. Learn how and why this happens.

How Do Natural Disasters Cause Epidemics? | Passport Health Why are epidemics so common after an earthquake, hurricane or other disaster?

Feeling unwell after your trip? Don't ignore your symptoms. Learn what they could mean:

Sick After Your Trip? Watch Out for These Symptoms! Visiting a Passport Health travel clinic prior to international travel can help you stay healthy while abroad.

Protect yourself from Legionnaires' disease with simple, effective tips. Learn more:

How Can I Protect Myself from Legionnaires’ Disease? Legionnaires' disease has been popping up in the news due to recent outbreaks. Learn how to protect yourself from legionnaires' in all its forms.

Explore the history of yellow fever from the 1600s to today—how vaccinations have transformed our fight against this once deadly disease. Read more:

Yellow Fever Infections Over 400 Years: Then and Now Yellow fever had a tremendous impact on history before the yellow fever vaccine was developed and finally halted outbreaks in developed nations.

Discover the dangers of sleeping sickness and how to protect yourself. Learn more about this potentially fatal disease now.

How Dangerous Is Sleeping Sickness? | Passport Health Although sleeping sickness is a severe illness, what level of danger does it pose? Continue reading to learn about the effects of sleeping sickness and how to safeguard yourself.

While some colleges require meningitis vaccination, getting one is recommended for almost all students

Do I Need A Meningitis Vaccine For College? Colleges can be a hotbed for meningitis, an illness that can result in death. Vaccination is the best prevention against it.

Giving children a disease on purpose rarely ends the way parents hope it will. Learn more.

Don’t Get a Disease on Purpose – Here’s Why Some individuals think things like chickenpox parties can help control an outbreak. But, they cause more harm than good.

Discover the pivotal moments in the history of AIDS, from its emergence to today's advances in management.

The History of AIDS | Passport Health Dating back to the 1970's, HIV/AIDS has had a large effect on individuals throughout the world. See what the virus is and more.

Traveling soon? Ensure you're protected with the Twinrix vaccine for Hep A & B. Start your doses early for peace of mind.

When to Get the Twinrix Vaccine Before Traveling Abroad | Passport Health Are you wondering when is the right time to get the Twinrix vaccine? It's important to give the vaccine enough time to become effective before your trip.

Fighting diseases with mosquitoes? See how this surprising strategy could work.

Using Mosquitos to Combat Diseases | Passport Health It may sound far-fetched, but it looks like the key to ridding the world of disease-carrying mosquitoes is to turn them against their own kind.

Coffee lovers unite! Explore the world's best cafes for your next caffeine fix. Just be sure to take precautions with a travelers' diarrhea kit.

The Best Cafes Around The World | Passport Health In search of the most delicious cup of coffee in the world? Don’t pass up the chance to try these magnificent cafes.

Artificial Intelligence has been a hot topic lately. How is it being used in healthcare?

Artificial Intelligence to Help Us Fight Disease Artificial Intelligence may seem like science of the future, but it offers us many opportunities within healthcare today.

Learn how altitude sickness can spoil your adventure in Peru. Prepare for a healthier journey!

How Altitude Sickness Can Deflate Your Trip to Peru Altitude sickness, or soroche as the locals call it, is a silent sickness many visitors don't consider before travel.

Titer tests provide a way for us to know what we are or are not immune to.

Are Titer Tests Accurate? | Passport Health Titer testing can provide information about your vaccination status. How accurate are the tests? Click or tap to learn more.

Discover how cows' role in smallpox vaccine development changed history. A surprising link turned into a medical breakthrough!

How Did Cows Help Us Eradicate Smallpox? | Passport Health Staying well on brand, the natural world continues to find creative ways to help the human race. In the case of smallpox, all we may have needed was a little bovine intervention.

Don’t let the flu derail your travel plans! Here’s how to protect yourself.

How To Deal With The Flu While Traveling | Passport Health If you find yourself with the flu while traveling, these tips can help you to feel better and get back to your vacation.

Heading to Hajj? Ensure you're vaccinated against Yellow Fever, Meningitis, and more for a safe pilgrimage. Don't forget COVID-19 shots!

What Vaccines Do I Need For Hajj? | Passport Health We break down a list of vaccinations you need for Hajj including meningitis, polio and COVID-19. Click or tap to learn more.

Can you have the flu and a cold at the same time? Find out what the experts say.

Can You Have the Flu and a Cold at the Same Time? During the winter you might expect to come down with a cold or even the flu at some point, but could you have both viruses at the same time?

With the flu and sinus infections showing similar symptoms, how can you tell which virus it is?

Is It the Flu or a Sinus Infection? | Passport Health

Yellow fever and malaria may come from the same bug, but the diseases vary quite a bit. The mosquito-borne diseases cause different symptoms.

The Difference Between Yellow Fever and Malaria Yellow fever and malaria may come from the same bug, but the disease vary quite a bit. The mosquito-borne diseases causes different symptoms.