General Physicians Do Not Take Adequate Travel Histories

Abstract

There needs to be better awareness and education about travel-related illness and the importance of taking an adequate travel history.

Knowledge, attitude and practice of travel medicine among primary care physicians in Oman: the need for intervention

“…Travel medicine is an emerging discipline born from the rising demand of the traveling population. However, practicing physicians have not given the importance that is due for travel-related risks and issues (4). The practice of travel medicine is complex; there are currently dynamic changes in global health risks and with increasing population mobility, emerging diseases, lifestyle diseases, and various other host factors, all of which result in the complexity of travel medicine.…”

Ebola and other viral haemorrhagic fevers

“…16 Unfortunately, a travel history is rarely elicited in most day to day consultations, leading to delays in diagnosis and in the isolation of patients at risk. [17][18][19] The updated guidance is aimed at a range of clinicians, both specialist and non-specialist. It includes flow diagrams, tables, and technical appendices that offer clear advice on the assessment of exposure risk, management of patients, and all aspects of infection control.…”

Crimean-Congo haemorrhagic fever in travellers: A systematic review

“…National and international recommendations for enhanced training and improved personal protection equipment have also been updated in light of recent experience [57]. The key to early diagnosis and prevention of nosocomial transmission is a detailed travel history that is often omitted in emergency room settings [58]. This needs to be combined with an understanding of CCHF risk factors/activities and the geographical distribution of CCHF.…”