45: Vitamin A--Too Much of a Good Thing?
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Maingalarpar! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger ("Germ") & Chris Sanford ("Worm") answer your travel health questions:
- Do I need anything beyond meningococcal vaccination before the Hajj?
- How can I prepare better for the chaos of TSA rules at the airport?
- Should I get a Tdap before visiting Peru?
- Is my phone subject to search when I cross the border?
- Is the USA the only high-income nation with measles transmission now?
- Are there harms from taking TOO MUCH vitamin A?
- What do you think of the resignation of FDA's top vaccine official?
- What should I do if I lose my glasses while I'm overseas?
- Should I stock up on antibiotics when I'm at a pharmacy overseas?
- Is it safe to rent a car internationally?
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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.
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