How Much Do You Know About International Travel and Health?

Test your knowledge of how to stay healthy when traveling abroad.

1. International travel may require prophylactic medicines and vaccines. How long before departure should you see your healthcare provider?

A. 4 to 6 weeksB. 10 daysC. 5 daysD. 3 days

2. Hepatitis A may be contracted during travel to which of these regions?

A. Central AmericaB. Western EuropeC. Eastern EuropeD. All of the above

3. Blood clots can develop in the lower leg during extended travel by air or motor vehicle. How often should you move around to keep your circulation normal?

A. Every 15 minutesB. Every 30 minutesC. Every 2 to 3 hoursD. Every 4 hours

4. If you become ill while traveling abroad, where should you call for help?

A. Your healthcare providerB. U.S. EmbassyC. Nearest hospitalD. Your health insurance company

5. Low humidity and recirculated air in airplanes can cause dehydration. Which of these beverages hydrate the best?

A. ColasB. CoffeeC. Alcoholic beveragesD. Water

6. Which of these beverages would be the safest to drink while traveling abroad?

A. Carbonated bottled waterB. Canned soft drinksC. Hot tea made with water that was boiled for 2 minutesD. All of the above

7. Which of these foods would likely be safe to eat in a rural area of southeast Asia?

A. Fresh green saladsB. Cold meat platesC. Oranges that you peel yourselfD. Rice at room temperature

8. Which of these first-aid items should you always travel with?

A. Sterile bandagesB. Antibiotic ointmentC. ThermometerD. All of the above

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