This Week's Feature

Cruise Control: Reducing Your Risk for the Norwalk Virus

Although the Norwalk virus was featured in the news in 2002 for causing a significant number of outbreaks on cruiseships, scientists have known about the virus since the 1970s. Read more about this unpleasant—but manageable—infection.

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Vaccines

It is important to make sure that you receive proper vaccination prior to traveling, especially if you are traveling to areas where the risk of getting a certain disease is high. Here is information on some vaccines to consider before traveling:

• Diptheria vaccine
• Haemophilus Influenzae Type B Vaccine
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• Typhoid vaccine
• Yellow fever vaccine