Hepatitis
A/B - Common diseases which can
potentially cause serious liver
inflammation and damage. Preventable
with appropriate vaccination.
Typhoid Fever -
A bacterial infection of the intestines
associated with ingestion of undercooked
foods. Can cause fever, diarrhea,
dehydration and possible intestine
perforation. Vaccination is recommended.
Meningococcal Meningitis –A deadly
infection of the brain. Vaccinations are
available to protect one against this
type of bacterial infection.
Malaria
- A global disease infecting 500 million
people annually. Appropriate medical prophylaxis and treatment can deter the
devastation caused by this infection
associated with a mosquito bite.
Tick-Borne
Diseases - Outdoorsmen, hikers,
campers
beware. These insects cause a variety of
diseases. Knowledge of appropriate dress
and repellants can circumvent this
disease.
Traveler’s Diarrhea - Up to 50% of
international travelers experience this
malady. It ruins the trip! Knowledgeable
selection of food and drink combined
with appropriate antibiotics/treatments
can dissipate the majority of cases.
Yellow Fever
- Fever, yellow skin, intestinal
bleeding, liver, heart and kidney
failure, death are a consequence of this
mosquito - transmitted disease. A
vaccine provides effective protection.
Two Convenient
Locations:
6800 Southpoint Parkway, Suite 200
Jacksonville, FL 32216
1375 Roberts Drive,
Suite 206
Jacksonville Beach, FL
32250
Tick-Borne
Diseases - Outdoorsmen, hikers,
campers
beware. These insects cause a variety of
diseases. Knowledge of appropriate dress
and repellants can circumvent this
disease. 