Self-reported illness among Boston-area international travelers: A prospective study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The Boston Area Travel Medicine Network surveyed travelers on travel-related health problems.

Methods

Travelers were recruited 2009-2011 during pre-travel consultation at three clinics. The investigation included pre-travel data, weekly during-travel diaries, and a post-travel questionnaire. We analyzed demographics, trip characteristics, health problems experienced, and assessed the relationship between influenza vaccination, influenza prevention advice, and respiratory symptoms.

Results

Of 987 enrolled travelers, 628 (64%) completed all surveys, of which 400 (64%) reported health problems during and/or after travel; median trip duration was 12 days. Diarrhea affected the most people during travel (172) while runny/stuffy nose affected the most people afte

SUBMITTER: Chen LH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5695040 | biostudies-literature | 2016 Nov - Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature