During the interview, Chowdhury discusses the various types of illnesses that can afflict travelers and offers advice to help avoid getting sick.

"Travelers do get sick – everything from jet leg to diarrhea to much more serious illnesses like malaria and hepatitis," said Chowdhury. "That’s why it’s important, especially if you’re traveling to a developing country, to consult a physician and make sure you receive the proper vaccinations and other precautions."

The TravelHealth Center at Drexel University College of Medicine provides travel health planning, immunizations, and customized health information for individuals and groups, including schools, missions and other organizations. For more information, visit www.drexelmed.edu/travelhealth.

The Drexel Medcast® featuring Dr. Mashiul Chowdhury can be accessed via the homepage of Drexel University College of Medicine’s website (www.drexelmed.edu) or via iTunes and other podcasting directories. Drexel University College of Medicine launched the Drexel Medcast in August 2007, becoming the first medical school in the Philadelphia region to offer a monthly medical podcast. A new topic and faculty member are featured each month.

To listen to the Medcast®, click here.