Antarctica

Antarctica, the southernmost continent and site of the South Pole, is a virtually uninhabited, ice-covered landmass. Most cruises to the continent visit the Antarctic Peninsula, which stretches toward South America. It’s known for the Lemaire Channel and Paradise Harbor, striking, iceberg-flanked passageways, and Port Lockroy, a former British research station turned museum. The peninsula’s isolated terrain also shelters rich wildlife, including many penguins.

• Recommended Travel Instructions For Antarctica

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  HOW DISEASE SPREADS

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  • VACCINE

    HOW DISEASE SPREADS

    *People from all over the world travel to Antarctica via ships. Sharing close living places from different people may cause to expose many different diseases. Therefore it is important to visit your doctor daily 4-6 weeks before planing your trip to get medical advice.

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  • VACCINE

    HOW DISEASE SPREADS

    *High winds and low temperature are the basic primary health hazards which face most of the travelers. The effects of the sun in Antarctica (because of the sun’s reflecting off the snow) can be damaging to the eyes and skin, and protective measures should be taken.

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  • VACCINE

    HOW DISEASE SPREADS

    *AFTER YOUR TRIP - It is important to see the doctor if you not feeling well after your trip to Antarctica.

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• Routine Vaccination For Antarctica

  VACCINE

  HOW DISEASE SPREADS

  PREVENTIVE ACTIONS

  • VACCINE

    Measles, Mumps and Rubella Vaccination (MMR)

    HOW DISEASE SPREADS

    Measles, mumps, and rubella are viral diseases.Measles starts as a fever, cough, runny nose, conjunctivitis (pinkeye), and a red, pinpoint rash that starts on the face and spreads to the rest of the body.The mumps virus usually causes swelling in glands just below the ears, giving the appearance of chipmunk cheeks.Rubella is also known as German measles. It can cause a mild rash on the face, swelling of glands behind the ears, and in some cases, swelling of the small joints and low-grade fever.

    PREVENTIVE ACTIONS

    •Get vaccinated
    •Avoid sharing contacts with infected people
    •wash your hands using soap
    •Avoid infected person coughs, sneezes or even talks

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    Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap) Vaccination

    HOW DISEASE SPREADS

    Tetanus enters the body through breaks in the skin. This is most often cuts or wounds made by contaminated objects.Tetanus enters the body through a wound or cut. It affects the brain and nervous system and causes extremely painful muscle spasms.Diphtheria is a very contagious infection that makes it difficult to breathe. In severe cases, it can cause heart and nerve damage.Pertussis, or whooping cough, is an extremely contagious respiratory infection that can lead to severe breathing problems, especially in infants.

    PREVENTIVE ACTIONS

    •Get vaccinated

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    Chickenpox (Varicella) Vaccination

    HOW DISEASE SPREADS

    Chickenpox is a highly contagious infection caused by the varicella-zoster virus. It causes a blister-like rash across the body.Chickenpox can spread from someone with shingles to other who has never had the disease. This happens if a person touches or inhales droplets of the shingles blisters.

    PREVENTIVE ACTIONS

    •Get vaccinated
    •Avoid sharing contacts with infected people

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    Polio Vaccination

    HOW DISEASE SPREADS

    Polio (poliomyelitis) is a potentially deadly, life-altering disease. The virus enters the body and attacks the brain and spinal cord, often causing paralysis.

    PREVENTIVE ACTIONS

    •Get vaccinated
    •Avoid sharing contacts with infected people
    •Avoid contaminated food or water, though sneezes or coughs can transmit the virus

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  • VACCINE

    Flu Shot

    HOW DISEASE SPREADS

    The flu vaccine is the most effective way to prevent illness caused by seasonal influenza viruses. The flu vaccine reduces a person's risk of developing flu-related illness.

    PREVENTIVE ACTIONS

    •Get vaccinated

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by ptadmin | Dec 17, 2019 | Destinations, Top Destinations | 0 comments