If you are traveling this spring, here are three reminders to help you stay healthy while you’re away.

Get up to date on your vaccines.

It’s important to be up to date on recommended routine immunizations before you travel, including Flu, RSV and COVID-19. If you are not vaccinated, international travel increases your chances of getting and spreading diseases that are not common in the United Sates, like measles. Plan ahead so the vaccines have time to work with your body’s immune system.

Learn more about international travel immunizations.

Know before you go.

The CDC shares health recommendations for destinations across the globe. When you plan your itinerary, check for travel health notices, recommended vaccines and medicines, other ways you can stay safe and healthy, and sample packing check lists. Search for your destination.

Stay safe and healthy at your destination.

Whether you choose a warm or cold destination, pack the right clothing and protective gear. And remember healthy habits while you have fun. Here are some examples:

• Protect yourself from the sun with clothing, hats, and sunscreen.
• Wear bug spray and take other steps to fight the bite from insects that can spread diseases.
• Wash your hands often. Pack hand sanitizer in case soap and water isn’t readily available.
• Think about what you eat and drink: choose safer foods and drinks and avoid drinking too much alcohol.
• Practice safer sex and use condoms to protect yourself against sexually transmitted infections.

Find more travel advice for before, during, and after your trip.

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