Vaccinations and Travel Health
Information
CDC recommendations for travel to Ecuador will be
followed.
- Participants are required to take
anti-malarial prophylaxis medication as directed by a
physician
- Bacterial Meningitis
- Yellow Fever (Proof of vaccination
required to enter the Amazon Region)
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis A
-
Typhoid
-
Rabies (optional
as recommended by a physician)
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Participants are required to have health insurance that
would cover any medical expenses in Ecuador.
Bednet, insect repellent (20% DEET recommended) will be
used in tropical areas and should be purchased by
participants prior to the workshop.
If you have any medical condition that would prevent you
to conduct physical exercise (moderate hiking) in a hot and
humid environment please contact Dr. Grijalva to determine
your eligibility.
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Useful
information
Funding Sources
for Students
Listing of internal and external funding sources for participation in TDI sponsored
programs.
What to
bring
A list of suggested supplies, clothing and other
items.
Travelers
Health Information
Vaccinations required, anti-malaria prophylaxis,
etc.
Logistics and
Safety
TDI programs have an excellent safety record.
See details about the logistical arrangements, email
access, etc.
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Other resources
Ecuador Links
Information about Ecuador: News and Media,
Tourism, Cities, Culture, etc.
Infectious Disease Links
Information about protozoan, bacterial, Viral
diseases and relevant organizations
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