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care provider as well before your departure.
Plan for unexpected issues. Consider getting travel
insurance and making photocopies of your passport,
government ID, and travel tickets to have as a back-up. Do
a search to plan how you can access health care facilities at
your destination in case of emergency. If you are traveling
alone, be sure to designate an emergency contact from
home.
Pack accordingly. Prevent illness or discomfort from
disrupting your trip by packing sunscreen, weather-
suitable clothing, bug repellant, and a water bottle to keep
you hydrated. Make sure whatever liquids you pack meet
any carry-on bag requirements or make a plan to purchase
replacements upon arrival.
Update your COVID-19 protection. Get an updated COVID
vaccine if your last dose was before September 2022. COVID
can still be spread through crowds and an updated COVID
vaccine can restore protection from hospitalization, severe
illness, or death. Consider taking several masks with you
as well if you will be in large groups or crowded public
transportation.
Spring break is a great time to make memories and give
your kids a break from the hard work that they’ve put in
during the school year. Taking time to plan for a fun and
healthy spring break will help you all stay healthy and save
hours of headaches and delays if trouble arises.
Visit www.vaccines.gov for more information about COVID
vaccines.

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