24: Marburg in Rwanda, Outbreaks Following Disasters, Japanese Encephalitis in India
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Hi there! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger ("Germ") & Chris Sanford ("Worm") answer your travel health questions:
What's happening with Marburg disease in Rwanda?
Are rabies vaccinations important?
What gift(s) should I bring when visiting a new country?
Japanese encephalitis vaccination: Necessary if visiting Sri Lanka, Turkey, and India?
What's the deal with West Nile Virus infection?
What infectious diseases are likely to spread after a disaster?
What's the deal with Novavax halting its clinical trial of the combined COVID / Flu vaccine?
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Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford’s & Dr. Pottinger’s alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.
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