CDC Yellow Book 2024

Abstract

Abstract For over half a century, the CDC Yellow Book has been providing travel health professionals with the information they need to prepare their patients for safe and healthy travel abroad. Along with disease- and destination-based recommendations for vaccines and precautions, the book serves as a guide to understanding and addressing the various health threats that can come with all types of international travel. Last published in 2019, this latest edition updates readers on the changes in the practice of travel medicine that have occurred over the past 4 years, including COVID-19. Long the most trusted book of its kind, the CDC Yellow Book is a valuable resource in the ever-changing field of medicine, and an ever-changing world. NEW IN THE 2024 EDITION • The most current information on preparing for international travel during the COVID-19 pandemic and links to find updated information on the CDC and other US Government websites • The latest Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices vaccine recommendations (including cholera vaccine for children, revised rabies preexposure prophylaxis guidance, and tick-borne encephalitis vaccine) • Updates on practicing travel medicine in a virtual environment • Preparing Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer people for safe international travel • Expanded information for Highly Allergic Travelers • Preparing international travelers who have substance use issues and substance use disorders to travel safely • Information on traveling internationally with Pets & Service Animals • Expanded information on Popular Itineraries • Recommended management approaches to people who return from international travel with Delusional Parasitosis