Pryvit! Today, travel medicine specialists Drs. Paul Pottinger & Chris Sanford answer your questions about travel health and safety, including:

• What approach to sports and jet lag is best: show up early or jet in same day?
• What should I know about the new mRNA flu shot (Flusiva)?
• How can I safely travel when I am pregnant?
• Please tell me about the risk of West Nile Virus infection in Europe?
• What is happening with the United States Preventative Services Task Force, and how does that affect me?
• Is mpox infection still a concern? If so, where is the risk greatest?

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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.