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 It is important to know that visiting Mexico can pose various risks to health, depending on the characteristics of both the traveler and the travel. Travelers may encounter sudden and significant changes in altitude, humidity, microbes and temperature, which can result in ill-health. In addition, serious health risks may arise in areas where accommodation is of poor quality, hygiene and sanitation area inadequate, medical services are not well developed and clean water is unavailable.
First of all you need to know about of health risks associated in this country, in México exists different kind of illness like Tetanus, malaria, hepathitis A and B, Malaria, Dengue (it depends of which part you are going to visit), so I suggest you prevent these sickness to avoid it.
Other suggestions:
Age - Infants and young children have special needs with regard to vaccinations and antimalarial precautions. They are particularly sensitive to ultraviolet radiation and become dehydrated more easily than adults in this season, in cabin air pressure is contraindicated for infants less than 48 hours old, it is important to mention that infants and young children are more sensitive to sudden changes in altitude and also susceptible to infectious deseases.
Elderly people - Should seek medical advice before planning
Pregnancy - Generally is not contraindicated until close to the expected date of delivery, provided that the pregnancy is uncomplicated and the woman´s health is good.
Pre-existing illness - Is important those people who are suffering from chronic illnesses should seek medical advice before planning a journey cause some of them can increase health risks during travel, so it is really important to carry prescription written by your doctor such as your medication.
About the Author:
Dr Elizabeth Macías Barrera is specialist in occupational medicine and Gestalt Psychotherapist.. Her academic training was in the Universidad Anahuac del Norte, the Instituto de Estudios Superiores Monterrey (ITESM) at Lago de Guadalupe and Santa Fé and in the Colegio de Especialidades Psicoterapeuticas. The psychotherapy has been an attention area for the specialist, preventive medicine and illnesses related with anxiety, diabetes, obesity, as well as a constant preparation in courses and certification courses guaranteed by Harvard – among other academic institutions – her experience has been extended to the occupational security and job health under the worldwide quality standards.
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