›› Resources

There are many resources available to help you find news about the areas you plan to visit. Most bookstores and libraries have travel sections where you can browse for facts on climate, geography, political conditions, disease risks, and other concerns.

There are also many sites on the Internet where you can find free, detailed and current information. Some of the best are:

• Travel Health Online: www.tripprep.com
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: www.cdc.gov/travel
• World Health Organization: www.who.org
• International Society of Travel Medicine: www.istm.org
• U.S. Department of State: travel.state.gov
• MD Travel Health: www.mdtravelhealth.com