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Humanitarian Aid Work: Who's Helping the Helpers?

Humanitarian Aid Work: Who's Helping the Helpers?

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Working in disaster and conflict zones exacts a high mental toll on aid workers. Recognizing the fact would be a good first step.
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Con Voyage

Con Voyage

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How to avoid scams, keep your cash—and still have fun.
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Out For Blood: Preventing Tick Bites

Out For Blood: Preventing Tick Bites

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If your summer travel plans include playing or working outdoors, know how to recognize, avoid—and get rid of—these dangerous hitchhikers.
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Selective Vaccinations: Staying Healthy Off the Beaten Path

Selective Vaccinations: Staying Healthy Off the Beaten Path

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Which shots do you really need? It depends not only on where you're going, but also what you'll be doing there. Part two of a two-part series.
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Vaccine Tips For Budget Travellers

Vaccine Tips For Budget Travellers

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Travel vaccines can cost a bundle. Asking these questions could save you some money. Part one of a two-part series.
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In Case of Emergency

In Case of Emergency

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Ask these questions before buying travel insurance.
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How to Cope with Culture Shock

How to Cope with Culture Shock

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The things that make travel exciting can also be the most trying. Dr. Mark Wise shares his advice on how to even out the bumps.
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Managing Medical Emergencies in Remote Regions

Managing Medical Emergencies in Remote Regions

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In remote regions, far from medical care, identifying potential problems early on can help prevent minor ailments from becoming serious emergencies.
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The Traveller's Parasite

The Traveller's Parasite

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They're everywhere, often difficult to detect until it's too late, but when they strike, you'll know you've been had.
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Travel Considerations For Diabetics

Travel Considerations For Diabetics

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Mike Webster offers the following considerations for travelling as or with a diabetic.
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Ducking Montezuma: Preventing and Treating Gastrointestinal Ailments Abroad

Ducking Montezuma: Preventing and Treating Gastrointestinal Ailments Abroad

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How to keep your guts from visiting the circus during your travels.
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How to Choose a Travel-Friendly First Aid Kit

How to Choose a Travel-Friendly First Aid Kit

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If you're getting ready for a sojourn overseas, chances are you've prepared a list of things to jam into your pack before you head off to the airport. One item that is often overlooked is a first aid kit.
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