International Health Center
The risk of contracting a disease during a trip varies depending on several factors, such as the regions and countries visited, the season of the year, the purpose of the trip, the type of accommodation, interaction with the local population, and individual medical history. For this reason, it is highly advisable to consult with an International Health Center before traveling to get information about potential risks and the necessary preventive measures to follow before and during the trip.
The International Health Center at the Bellvitge University Hospital has doctors specializing in Travel Medicine:
- Authorized to administer the yellow fever vaccine and issue the international vaccination certificate.
- They will individually assess your risk of contracting tropical diseases based on the characteristics of your trip.
- They will recommend and administer the necessary vaccines before your trip and provide guidance on the most appropriate medication to prevent malaria.
An increasing number of travelers are exposed to infections and risks commonly found in the areas they visit, and most of the time, they are unaware of the necessary recommendations and precautions for the countries they are traveling to. It is advisable to visit the International Health Center well in advance to receive advice on this matter.
The team of professionals at the International Health Center of Bellvitge is made up of doctors and nurses from the Preventive Medicine and Epidemiology department of Bellvitge University Hospital.