Malawi
Summary of recommendations:
travel_health_clinic_4-8_weeks_before_departure._%22>All_travelers_should_visit_either_their_personal_physician_or_a_travel_health_clinic_Malaria:Â_Prophylaxis_with_Lariam_(mefloquine),_Malarone_(atovaquone/proguanil),_or_doxycycline_is_recommended_for_all_areas._">Malaria:Â Prophylaxis with Lariam (mefloquine), Malarone (atovaquone/proguanil), or doxycycline is recommended for all areas.Vaccinations:Hepatitis A
Recommended for all travelers
Typhoid
Recommended for all travelers
Yellow fever
Required for all travelers arriving from a yellow-fever-infected area in Africa or the Americas
Hepatitis B
Recommended for all travelers
Rabies
For travelers spending a lot of time outdoors, or at high risk for animal bites, or involved in any activities that might bring them into direct contact with bats
Measles, mumps, rubella (MMR)
Two doses recommended for all travelers born after 1956, if not previously given
Tetanus-diphtheria
Revaccination recommended every 10 years
Medications">MedicationsTravelers' diarrhea is the most common travel-related ailment. The cornerstone of prevention is food and water precautions, as outlined below. All travelers should bring along an antibiotic and an antidiarrheal drug to be started promptly if significant diarrhea occurs, defined as three or more loose stools in an 8-hour period or five or more loose stools in a 24-hour period, especially if associated with nausea, vomiting, cramps, fever or blood in the stool. A quinolone antibiotic is usually prescribed: either ciprofloxacin (Cipro)(PDF) 500 mg twice daily or levofloxacin (Levaquin) (PDF) 500 mg once daily for a total of three days. Quinolones are generally well-tolerated, but occasionally cause sun sensitivity and should not be given to children, pregnant women, or anyone with a history of quinolone allergy. Alternative regimens include a three day course of rifaximin (Xifaxan) 200 mg three times daily or azithromycin (Zithromax) 500 mg once daily. Rifaximin should not be used by those with fever or bloody stools and is not approved for pregnant women or those under age 12. Azithromycin should be avoided in those allergic to erythromycin or related antibiotics. An antidiarrheal drug such as loperamide (Imodium) or diphenoxylate (Lomotil) should be taken as needed to slow the frequency of stools, but not enough to stop the bowel movements completely. Diphenoxylate (Lomotil) and loperamide (Imodium) should not be given to children under age two.Most cases of travelers' diarrhea are mild and do not require either antibiotics or antidiarrheal drugs. Adequate fluid intake is essential.If diarrhea is severe or bloody, or if fever occurs with shaking chills, or if abdominal pain becomes marked, or if diarrhea persists for more than 72 hours, medical attention should be sought.Though effective, antibiotics are not recommended prophylactically (i.e. to prevent diarrhea before it occurs) because of the risk of adverse effects, though this approach may be warranted in special situations, such as immunocompromised travelers.Malaria in Malawi: prophylaxis is recommended for all travelers. Either mefloquine (Lariam), atovaquone/proguanil (Malarone)(PDF), or doxycycline may be given. Mefloquine is taken once weekly in a dosage of 250 mg, starting one-to-two weeks before arrival and continuing through the trip and for four weeks after departure. Mefloquine may cause mild neuropsychiatric symptoms, including nausea, vomiting, dizziness, insomnia, and nightmares. Rarely, severe reactions occur, including depression, anxiety, psychosis, hallucinations, and seizures. Mefloquine should not be given to anyone with a history of seizures, psychiatric illness, cardiac conduction disorders, or allergy to quinine or quinidine. Those taking mefloquine (Lariam) should read the Lariam Medication Guide (PDF). Atovaquone/proguanil (Malarone) is a recently approved combination pill taken once daily with food starting two days before arrival and continuing through the trip and for seven days after departure. Side-effects, which are typically mild, may include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhea, or dizziness. Serious adverse reactions are rare. Doxycycline is effective, but may cause an exaggerated sunburn reaction, which limits its usefulness in the tropics.Long-term travelers who may not have access to medical care should bring along medications for emergency self-treatment should they develop symptoms suggestive of malaria, such as fever, chills, headaches, and muscle aches, and cannot obtain medical care within 24 hours. See malaria for details. Symptoms of malaria sometimes do not occur for months or even years after exposure.Insect_protection_measures_are_essential._">Insect protection measures are essential.For further information on malaria in Malawi, including a map showing the risk of malaria in different parts of the country, go to the World Health Organization, Roll Back Malaria, and Southern Africa Malaria Control.warm up
Zim would go to an Irken doctor for advice .
In greek mythology, Prometheus stole fire from Zeus, and was punished by having his liver eaten by an eagle every day.So, I imagine his advice would be"Don't steal", or"Don't get caught"
The advice would be that I will sign the Pledge form to say that I will not have sex and stay abstinent until I get married because I am not ready yet to be a parent and have to take care of my child in my baby's childhood.
Don't trust people at first sight!
i don't know anything about Malawi healthcare system. now a days in Pakistan : there are free medicine available at govt hospitals. 24 hr emergencies are available. some insurance companies are providing health insurance also on selected illness or disabilities.
My advice would be to consult a mental health professional.
Malawi has its own currency, the Kwacha. That is the currency you would use there.
That would depend on what citizen you are.
It would be very warm in Malawi in December. It is also during the rainy season. So you would come prepared for warm weather and also for wet weather.
help me then.
It is hard to find good advice on what type of health insurance might be best or if wanted at all. The United States federal government working with the major insurance companies is trying to force people to buy health insurance by enacting unconstitutional laws. So with everyone's hand in the cookie jar on this the best advice you can get would be from customers and word of mouth.
Early signs would include fatigue, swelling and sores. You can receive health advice from your doctor or a licensed clinic. Many clinics offer free walk in services for those without insurance.
Ordinary people would walk, drive or cycle. Some people might fly. There are rivers and a large lake in Malawi, so some people would use boats as a way of travelling.
Malawi has 6 major lakes:Lake ChilwaLake ChiutaLake KaulimeLake KazuniLake MalawiLake Malombe
Zicam Cold Remedy is not contraindicated. However, if you have any concerns whatsoever about whether Zicam is safe for someone with your health condition, we would urge you to seek the advice of your physician before using Zicam. Your physician can offer you advice based on his or her knowledge of your current health and medical history.
absolutely. how would travelers go around?