
- prescription medications,
- first aid supplies,
- sanitary napkins/tampons (for women),
- sunscreen,
- insect repellents,
- motion sickness medication,
- pain remedies,
- cold remedies, and
- foot care products.
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Diarrhea
Diarrhea can be caused by bacterial or viral infections, parasites, intestinal diseases or conditions, reactions to medications, and food intolerance or allergies. Symptoms of diarrhea include watery stools, abdominal cramping, fever, and dehydration. Most cases of diarrhea can be treated at home. In some cases (in the elderly, small children, or those with severe or chronic medical conditions) may need to be hospitalized due to dehydration. -
Malaria
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Yellow Fever
Symptoms of yellow fever include jaundice, high fever, backache, headache, nausea and/or vomiting. Learn more about what causes yellow fever and how it can be treated.
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Malaria Malaria is a disease transmitted by the bite of an infected mosquito. Symptoms and signs include high
fever,
body aches,
headache,
nausea,
weakness, and
chills.
Treatment may involve administering oral medications, fluids, and possible IV drug therapy.
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