Jambo rafiki, karibu! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford answer your travel health questions regarding malaria, including:

• What causes malaria?
• What are the symptoms of malaria?
• How much malaria is in the world today?
• What are the key ways in which travelers can protect themselves?
• Are the regions impacted by malaria fixed, or do they change?
• Is there locally-acquired malaria in the USA?
• Why is malaria such a difficult scientific problem?
• Why are there so many myths about malaria--and what are a few that drive you crazy?
• Is there a vaccine for malaria?
• What if a patient chooses not to take malaria prevention medications?
• What is new with mosquito avoidance technology?
• How can I diagnose myself with malaria if I have symptoms?
• What if I prefer to take medications weekly rather than daily?

We hope you enjoy this podcast! If so, please follow us on the socials @germ.and.worm, subscribe to our RSS feed and share with your friends! We would so appreciate your rating and review to help us grow our audience. And, please visit our website: germandworm.com where you can find all our content and send us your questions and travel health anecdotes. Or, just send us an email: [email protected].

Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford’s & Dr. Pottinger’s alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.

Wassaaaaaaap! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford talk about their journey over the first 100 episodes of Germ and Worm! Topics they will cover include:

• Why did we create this podcast in the first place?
• What advice would we share with someone thinking of starting their own podcast?
• What challenges have we faced during this process?
• What are our favorite questions from these first 800 we have answered?
• What about politics and travel health... how do we navigate that?
• What's next for Germ and Worm?

We hope you enjoy this podcast! If so, please follow us on the socials @germ.and.worm, subscribe to our RSS feed and share with your friends! We would so appreciate your rating and review to help us grow our audience. And, please visit our website: germandworm.com where you can find all our content and send us your questions and travel health anecdotes. Or, just send us an email: [email protected].

Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford’s & Dr. Pottinger’s alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.

Ciao! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford talk about why they love travel medicine, and share ways you can prepare best for your pre-travel visit. Topics include:

• Why did Chris choose a career in pre-travel medicine?
• What are some misconceptions people bring to their pre-travel visit?
• Who should see a travel medicine specialist before they leave?
• What can people do to prepare for their travel medicine visit?
• What about folks who have chronic medical conditions who also want to have an adventurous trip?
• Do you ever tell patients NOT to take a trip?
• What special considerations come up for pregnant travelers?
• How about people who are dying of a terminal illness but still want to travel to an exotic location?
• What if someone is asked to travel for work but they don't want to go?

We hope you enjoy this podcast! If so, please follow us on the socials @germ.and.worm, subscribe to our RSS feed and share with your friends! We would so appreciate your rating and review to help us grow our audience. And, please visit our website: germandworm.com where you can find all our content and send us your questions and travel health anecdotes. Or, just send us an email: [email protected].

Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford’s & Dr. Pottinger’s alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.

Kuzuzangpo la! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford answer your travel health questions, including:

• How should I prepare for a high-altitude trek in Bhutan?
• What is the latest about oropouche virus?
• Did the head of CDC really just suppress a scientific paper written at CDC?
• How strongly do you recommend the dengue vaccine available overseas?
• Can we trust travel and health advice found on social media?
• Is it possible to get TOO MUCH exercise when you travel?

We hope you enjoy this podcast! If so, please follow us on the socials @germ.and.worm, subscribe to our RSS feed and share with your friends! We would so appreciate your rating and review to help us grow our audience. And, please visit our website: germandworm.com where you can find all our content and send us your questions and travel health anecdotes. Or, just send us an email: [email protected].

Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford’s & Dr. Pottinger’s alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.

Salam Alikoum! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford answer your travel health questions, including:

• Is there a connection between blue light and jet lag?
• What about jet lag and liver cancer?
• Who really needs an mpox vaccine?
• What is RFK Jr up to with the USPSTF?
• Why are airline ticket costs currently so high?
• Can I purchase travel insurance for any destination?
• What is the best diamox dose when climbing tall mountains?

We hope you enjoy this podcast! If so, please follow us on the socials @germ.and.worm, subscribe to our RSS feed and share with your friends! We would so appreciate your rating and review to help us grow our audience. And, please visit our website: germandworm.com where you can find all our content and send us your questions and travel health anecdotes. Or, just send us an email: [email protected].

Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford’s & Dr. Pottinger’s alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.

Salam Alikoum! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford answer your travel health questions, including:

• Should I ride an elephant in Thailand?
• What about riding a camel in Morocco?
• Is it safe to take a hot air balloon ride in Turkey or Mexico?
• What is Berserk Llama Syndrome (BLS) and how can I avoid it?
• Is it really dangerous to approach a bison on foot?
• How about swimming with manatees, any issues there?
• Are lions you see on safari really hazardous?
• What about visiting the great apes in the wild?
• Can ayahuasca be taken safely overseas?

We hope you enjoy this podcast! If so, please follow us on the socials @germ.and.worm, subscribe to our RSS feed and share with your friends! We would so appreciate your rating and review to help us grow our audience. And, please visit our website: germandworm.com where you can find all our content and send us your questions and travel health anecdotes. Or, just send us an email: [email protected].

Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford’s & Dr. Pottinger’s alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.

Tashi Delek! Today, travel medicine specialist Dr. Chris Sanford interviews Dr. Paul Pottinger about his experiences as an amateur mountaineer. Questions he will answer include:

• How did you get interested in mountaineering? What attracts you to it?
• What mountains have you climbed?
• What is the Seven Summits quest?
• Tell us about climbing Mount Everest?
• What advice would you offer aspiring mountaineers?

We hope you enjoy this podcast! If so, please follow us on the socials @germ.and.worm, subscribe to our RSS feed and share with your friends! We would so appreciate your rating and review to help us grow our audience. And, please visit our website: germandworm.com where you can find all our content and send us your questions and travel health anecdotes. Or, just send us an email: [email protected].

Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford’s & Dr. Pottinger’s alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.

Nihao ! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford answer your travel health questions, including:

• What is the definition of Southeast Asia anyhow?
• Where do Germ & Worm prefer to travel there?
• What vaccines should I consider before traveling to Southeast Asia?
• Is it necessary to avoid insect bites there? And what about malaria prevention?
• How risky is this area for traveler's diarrhea?
• Any personal safety concerns in Southeast Asia?
• What kind of toilets will I expect to find?
• Tips for safe travel within Southeast Asia?

We hope you enjoy this podcast! If so, please follow us on the socials @germ.and.worm, subscribe to our RSS feed and share with your friends! We would so appreciate your rating and review to help us grow our audience. And, please visit our website: germandworm.com where you can find all our content and send us your questions and travel health anecdotes. Or, just send us an email: [email protected].

Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford’s & Dr. Pottinger’s alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.

Guten tag! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford answer your travel health questions, including:

1. What fun activities do you recommend for a visit to Singapore?
2. Is there leishmaniasis in the USA?
3. What's up with the AMA no longer recommending trust in CDC on vaccines?
4. What vaccine-preventable infections are likely to rise in coming years?
5. What vaccines should I get before participating in Hajj or Umrah?
6. Implications of Washington State issuing its own vaccine guidelines?
7. Any favorite online sites for reliable travel medicine information?
8. Should I get a polio booster before a trip to Barcelona?

We hope you enjoy this podcast! If so, please follow us on the socials @germ.and.worm, subscribe to our RSS feed and share with your friends! We would so appreciate your rating and review to help us grow our audience. And, please visit our website: germandworm.com where you can find all our content and send us your questions and travel health anecdotes. Or, just send us an email: [email protected].

Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford’s & Dr. Pottinger’s alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.

Salut! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford answer your travel health questions, including:

1. Can you catch norovirus infection anywhere except on a cruise ship?
2. How can I stay safe when I visit the USA for the FIFA World Cup?
3. Will the FDA ever review Moderna's application for influenza vaccines built on mRNA technology?
4. Is it possible to eat healthfully while on the road?
5. What should I know about Zika and Chikungunya in Seychelles... I may get pregnant during an upcoming visit?
6. Should I avoid the news when on vacation?
7. Is measles only a concern in lower-income nations?

We hope you enjoy this podcast! If so, please follow us on the socials @germ.and.worm, subscribe to our RSS feed and share with your friends! We would so appreciate your rating and review to help us grow our audience. And, please visit our website: germandworm.com where you can find all our content and send us your questions and travel health anecdotes. Or, just send us an email: [email protected].

Our Disclaimer: The Germ and Worm Podcast is designed to inform, inspire, and entertain. However, this podcast does NOT establish a doctor-patient relationship, and it should NOT replace your conversation with a qualified healthcare professional. Please see one before your next adventure. The opinions in this podcast are Dr. Sanford’s & Dr. Pottinger’s alone, and do not necessarily represent the opinions of the University of Washington or UW Medicine.