Travel to Tropical Countries: A Review of Travel-Related Infectious Diseases

Rapose, Alwyn

doi:10.4172/2329-9088.1000128

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“…Precautionary immunization against a number of vaccine-preventable diseases, such as yellow fever, typhoid, hepatitis A and B, meningococcal disease, and rabies, is a safe preventive measure against tropical infectious hazards. A personalized update of routine vaccines in case of missed doses is also important [63][64][65][66].…”

Section: Implications In Clinical Practicementioning

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Psychological and Social Aspects of Vaccination Hesitancy—Implications for Travel Medicine in the Aftermath of the COVID-19 Crisis: A Narrative Review

Milionis,

Ilias,

Tselebis

et al. 2023

Medicina

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Vaccines are an important tool of preventive medicine. Although organized vaccination programs have saved large populations from serious infectious diseases, there is a considerable part of the population who oppose vaccinations. In particular, anti-vaccination perceptions, among travelers to countries with endemic diseases, are a major public health concern. Although hesitancy towards vaccinations is not a novel phenomenon, it came back to the forefront during the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. This review explores the etiology of anti-vaccination beliefs among travelers and draws conclusions about their impact on public health and society in general. For this purpose, a purposeful search for data on the causative factors of vaccine hesitancy and their impact on people’s health was conducted. A descriptive analysis of the findings and conclusions regarding possible implications in health policy and clinical practice are presented. A fear of side effects, lack of credence in the necessity of vaccines, and mistrust of medical authorities are important causative factors. Their interplay shapes hesitancy towards vaccines. However, anti-vaccination beliefs can also be an aspect of a more general unconventional stance of life. Health care professionals and organizations must be ready to tackle vaccine hesitancy by making the necessary interventions. Correcting misconceptions about vaccinations is a prerequisite for ensuring personal and public health, especially in the context of a pandemic or epidemic. Moreover, ensuring the efficacy and safety of vaccines, especially in cases of modern technology applications, is a fundamental factor in addressing people’s concerns about vaccines. For this purpose, medical authorities and organizations must provide accurate and clear information on vaccines so as to eliminate misinformation. Furthermore, clinicians should cultivate their communication skills in order to convey the appropriate messages to prospective recipients of vaccinations.

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Section: Implications In Clinical Practicementioning

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Psychological and Social Aspects of Vaccination Hesitancy—Implications for Travel Medicine in the Aftermath of the COVID-19 Crisis: A Narrative Review

Milionis,

Ilias,

Tselebis

et al. 2023

Medicina

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“…Unfortunately, in spite of these expanded recommendations, the number of pertussis cases in the United States continued to increase through 2012 and on July 19th, 2012 CDC officials reported that the country was headed towards the most cases in this year compared to the previous fifty years [5]. In 2012, there were an estimated 41880 cases and 14 deaths of children aged less than 1 year [6]. In an attempt to protect this most vulnerable population, ACIP in their most aggressive recommendation updated their guidelines in October 2012 indicating that females be vaccinated with Tdap vaccine at every pregnancy irrespective of previous vaccination.…”

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Look Out for Changing Recommendations Regarding the Tetanus, Diphtheria and Acellular Pertussis (Tdap) and the Yellow Fever (YF) Vaccines: A Call from Increased Tdap Vaccination and Suggestion for Decreased YF Vaccination

Rapose¹

2013

J Vaccines Vaccin

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“…Despite the availability of preventive measures, such as vaccinations and pre-travel consultations [28], many travelers tend to underestimate the risk of contracting infectious diseases, indicating a general lack of awareness regarding health risks [19,[29][30][31] and preventive measures [19,32]. Therefore, it is imperative to improve counseling and education about infectious diseases related to travel, as well as preventive measures [33,34].…”

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Investigating Awareness Regarding Travel-Related Infectious Disease Prevention in a Metropolitan Area

Pennino,

Fiorilla,

Sorrentino

et al. 2023

TropicalMed

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The rise in international travel has led to an increase in travel-related infectious diseases. It is predicted that by 2030, the number of international travelers will reach 1.8 billion, with over 250 million people affected globally. This issue also has an economic impact, as the eradication of travel-related infectious diseases leads to a loss of USD 12 billion in tourism. To understand the association between demographic variables and knowledge, attitude, and behaviors related to travel-related infectious diseases, a cross-sectional survey-based study was conducted among 1191 individuals in the metropolitan city of Naples, Italy. Multiple linear regression was performed over three models. The results revealed that knowledge about travel-related infectious diseases was positively associated with age, female gender, non-smoking habits, being single, and higher education attainment. The attitude towards travel-related infectious diseases was positively associated with being female, non-smoking habits, being single, higher education attainment, and a higher level of knowledge. A statistically significant association was observed between behaviors and non-smoking habits and between higher levels of knowledge and attitudes. To address this issue, public health programs could be implemented to improve behaviors in the general population. Overall, this study provides valuable information about the determinants of knowledge, attitude, and behaviors related to travel-related infectious diseases in the general population.

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Travel to Tropical Countries: A Review of Travel-Related Infectious Diseases

Cited by 5 publications

References 36 publications

Psychological and Social Aspects of Vaccination Hesitancy—Implications for Travel Medicine in the Aftermath of the COVID-19 Crisis: A Narrative Review

Psychological and Social Aspects of Vaccination Hesitancy—Implications for Travel Medicine in the Aftermath of the COVID-19 Crisis: A Narrative Review

Look Out for Changing Recommendations Regarding the Tetanus, Diphtheria and Acellular Pertussis (Tdap) and the Yellow Fever (YF) Vaccines: A Call from Increased Tdap Vaccination and Suggestion for Decreased YF Vaccination

Investigating Awareness Regarding Travel-Related Infectious Disease Prevention in a Metropolitan Area

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