Fawaka! Today, travel medicine specialists Dr. Chris Sanford speaks with pediatrician and immunologist--and mom--Dr. Rachael Barr about common questions and concerns that arise when parents consider traveling internationally with their kids. Topics covered include:

• Is there a minimum age for safe travel with children?
• When should a parent discuss travel safety with their pediatrician, and what topics should be on the agenda?
• Vaccines: Should we use the schedule recently proposed by the US Federal Government?
• Insect repellent: Which is best and safest in kids?
• How about safety and effectiveness of sunscreen in children?
• Any tips for kids' road safety during travel?
• And bike safety--should we rent on location or bring our own bikes?
• Water safety: Where can you drink untreated tap water?
• What about precautions against extreme heat in young kids?
• Are kids really more sensitive to air pollution than adults?
• How can parents best handle antsy kids during jet travel?
• How can we help children adapt to jet lag?
• What if a child gets sick during travel--how best to find trustworthy help?

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