How do you prevent parasites when traveling?


How do you prevent parasites when traveling? Many parasites spread via the oral-fecal route. Risk of infection is highest where sewage systems are wanting. The best prevention is careful hand washing, rigorous food preparation, and food and water hygiene.


What are the 4 most common travel illnesses?

Common travel-related illnesses include:
  • Diarrheal disease. Most travel-related diarrheal diseases are acquired by consuming contaminated water and food.
  • Hepatitis A. ...
  • Malaria. ...
  • Dengue fever. ...
  • Parasitic infections. ...
  • Tuberculosis. ...
  • Typhoid fever. ...
  • Yellow fever.