Your health is important. There are diseases everywhere. While planning to travel, know that there are diseases you are likely to pick. It is advisable to take caution lest you come back to your homesick.
Here are 4 diseases you could pick while traveling as outlined by Smart Travel.
1. Dengue Fever
Dengue Fever has been reported in different parts of the nation including Mombasa. While traveling to different parts of the country, know that you are likely to catch this disease. It is reported that over 400 million people in the world contract this disease annually.
2. Tuberculosis
TB is a leading killer disease. It kills people of different ages. It is considered one of the most infectious diseases. However, there is medication for the disease hence no need to worry.
3. Hepatitis A
Watch out so that you do not contract Hepatitis A while traveling. The disease affects your liver. It is common in different parts of the country. Residents who are ever travelling are likely to suffer from the disease if they do not take precaution.
4. Chikungunya
Cases of the disease have been reported in Mombasa in the past. Residents from Machakos are likely to suffer from the complication whenever they travel to this region and others. The diseases are characterized by headache, rashes and muscle pain among other symptoms.
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