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

• Why should I visit Patagonia?
• What is an FDA box warning, and why are they considering putting one on COVID-19 vaccines?
• Will the shingles vaccine reduce my risk of developing dementia?
• How reliable are vaccines I can get overseas?
• Can skydiving happen safely?
• Are they really putting exercise equipment in airport terminals?
• When am I safe to fly after a cold?

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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.