Why You Need a Travel Medicine Consultation Before Your Trip

#1) Our goal is to reduce your risk of getting sick while traveling.

Did you know that more than 70% of international travelers report getting sick? Potential causes include food, water, bugs, animals and more. There is no good time to feel under the weather, but it is especially challenging and disappointing during travel. The time and money you spend on your trip cannot be enjoyed if you are sick and stuck in the hotel or, worse, in a hospital. There are additional challenges to being unwell while abroad. These include not having the comforts of home while you recover, not knowing where to get necessary items, and potentially navigating a foreign health care system. 

We are focused on reducing your risk of getting sick while you travel abroad. The tools we use help prevent and, if needed, manage common travel-related illnesses. This includes vaccines, medications, over-the-counter products and travel accessories. All of this is aimed at making sure you get to enjoy every minute of your trip. 

#2) You will receive a plan tailored to you and your trip.

There are many things that influence your personal travel needs and your risk of getting sick. Such as where you are going, what you are doing, where your food is coming from, your age, if you are pregnant, and the list goes on. 

We have the knowledge and expertise to take all of that information and design a plan tailored to you and your trip. This includes prescriptions for medications and vaccines, as mentioned above, as well as guidance to help you stay healthy. Don’t just rely on generic recommendations. Book a consultation with us and you can be confident that you are prepared. 

#3) We save you time and money locating what you need.

Common vaccines and medications for travel are not so common. You cannot get them at any pharmacy or doctor’s office. On top of that, once you find the product you need there may be additional requirements for receiving it, such as scheduling a consultation or an age limit.  If you have gone looking for a yellow fever vaccine recently, you probably have faced these challenges. 

We are familiar with the marketplace and can save you time and money by pointing you in the right direction from the start. Need a hard to find vaccine? We know where to look or if it simply is off the market. You also will have prescriptions, if appropriate, making it easier to get what you need once you find it. 

So what are you waiting for? Don’t get sick on your trip. Save time and money by booking a consultation with Odyssey Travel Health today.