Travel health

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This article is a travel topic.

Health is an issue that affects all travelers, and especially those to off-the-beaten path destinations.

[edit] First Aid

Basic precautions are important to travel, and a minimal first aid kit should be carried by all travelers.

For more in-depth information see:

• First aid kit for travellers

[edit] Environmental Hazards

Different locations on the Earth may offer unique hazards to travelers, including dangers due to sun and altitude.

For more in-depth information see:

• Altitude sickness
• Sunburn and sun protection

[edit] Maladies

Malaria is an important concern in many areas of the world that requires special precautions. Other parts of the world include their own unique disease worries.

For more in-depth information see:

• Food poisoning
• Tropical diseases
• Malaria
• Mosquitoes