Table 4 Checklist for taking a travel history
Questions | Examples |
|---|---|
Country of travel and accommodation | Latent diseases, possible exposures |
Occupation, hobbies, activities | Healthcare worker, business, visiting relatives, farmer, cave explorer, water exposure |
Prophylaxis | Immunizations, prophylaxis, insect repellents |
Treatment or procedures | Hospital treatment in country, tattoos |
Diet | Seafood, raw food |
Sex | Unprotected sex, paid sex, multiple partners |
Animals | Birds, domestic animals, wildlife |