Malaria is present in several countries across the world and caused by a parasite that infects a certain types of mosquito that bites humans.

It is a serious infection that can be fatal.

Every year, 2,000 cases are diagnosed in the United States, usually in travelers returning to the country.

The greatest risk of Malaria is for people traveling to sub-saharan Africa though all travelers to countries that have malaria could be infected.

Symptoms of malaria can include the following:

• Fever
• Chills
• Sweats
• Headaches
• Nausea and vomiting
• Body aches
• General malaise
• Elevated temperature
• Perspiration
• Enlarged spleen
• Mild jaundice
• Enlargement of the liver
• Increased respiratory rate

Risks for malaria vary based on circumstances, which you can read more about here:
www.cdc.gov/malaria/travelers/risk_assessment.html

Ways to prevent mosquito bites:

• Insect repellent
• Wearing long pants and long sleeved shirts
• Cover children's strollers with netting
• Use screens on windows and doors
• Sleep under a mosquito net
• Empty, scrub, clean, throw away items that hold water and could potentially be a place where mosquitos lay eggs (tires, buckets, toys, pools, birdbaths, flower pots, trash containers, etc.

There is also medication available for travelers to prevent malaria. Call your healthcare provider or a travel clinic for more information.

For more information on mosquito bite prevention, click the link below:
​www.cdc.gov/mosquitoes/mosquito-bites/prevent-mosquito-bites.html

Click the link below for additional information on malaria:
https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/malaria/index.html

You can also call us with any questions at 215-722-2022

Yellow fever is found in Africa and South America and is caused by mosquito bites.

​Ways to prevent yellow fever:

• Use insect repellent
• Wear long sleeved shirts and long pants
• Get vaccinated

Initial symptoms:

• Fever/chills
• Headache
• Back pain/body ache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue

Severe symptoms:

• High fever
• Yellow skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Bleeding
• Shock
• Organ failure

Treatments:

• Rest
• Drinking fluids
• Pain relievers (certain medications should be avoided; more information is in the link below)
• Hospitalization

Click the links below for more information:
https://www.cdc.gov/yellowfever/index.html

Our website also has extensive information on yellow fever:
​https://www.philadelphiapediatrics.org/yellow-fevertravel-vaccines.html

You can also call us for more information at 215-722-2022

Get tested 1-3 days before traveling

Follow all airline and destination requirements

Requirements regarding masks, physical distancing, testing, etc. may differ from the requirements in the United States

Avoid crowds and remain at least 6 feet away from others if you are not vaccinated

Before arrving in the United States:
All air passengers coming to the United States, including U.S. citizens and fully vaccinated people, are required to have a negative COVID-19 viral test result no more than 3 days before travel or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 in the past 3 months before they board a flight to the United States.

After you travel:
Get tested 3-5 days after traveling and stay home and isolate for a full 7 days
Avoid being around people who are at high risk for getting COVID-19
Self-monitor for symptoms; isolated and get tested if you have symptoms
Follow state/local recommendations and requirements

For more information, click the link below"

​https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/international-travel-during-covid19.html

​Do not travel internationally until you are fully vaccinated, as there are additional risks to international travel

Even if you are fully vaccinated, follow all airline and destination requirements, regarding wearing masks, testing, and physical distancing. International requirements may be different from the requirements in the United States.

Before arriving in the United States:
All air passengers coming to the United States, including U.S. citizens and fully vaccinated people, are required to have a negative COVID-19 test result no more than 3 days before travel or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 in the past 3 months before they board a flight to the United States.

After traveling:
Get tested with a viral test 3-5 days after travel
Self-monitor for COVID-19 symptoms
If you have COVID-19 symptoms, isolate and get tested

For more information, click the link below:


https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/international-travel-during-covid19.html

It is highly recommended that you get vaccinated. It is still an effective way to help prevent you from getting sick, even if you have already had COVID-19. The links below have more information on the different types of vaccines as well as why it is recommended that you get vaccinated.





https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/prepare-for-vaccination.html

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html

Facts about Asthma

• In all cases there is no cure.
• You are more at risk for asthma if someone in your immediately has it
• Approximately 24.8 million people in the US have asthma
• Child prevalence is 7.5% while adult prevalence is 7.7%.

Symptoms include

• Coughing
• Wheezing
• Chest tightness
• Trouble breathing
• Waking up at night

Prevention Tips:

• Work with your doctor to develop a plan (https://www.cdc.gov/dotw/asthma/index.html)
• Know the warning signs of an asthma attack
• Learn what your asthma triggers are and how to avoid them
• Take your medicine exactly as your medical professional tells you
• Learn how to manage your asthma during an emergency

The links below contain more information on asthma and asthma prevention:
​
https://www.cdc.gov/dotw/asthma/index.html
https://www.cdc.gov/asthma/actionplan.html
​(https://www.cdc.gov/asthma/asthma_care_during_emergency.html)

For unvaccinated people:

• If possible, use your own equipment and avoid using shared equipment
• Wear a mask, covering your nose and mouth
• Stay at least 6 feet away from other players when possible
• Clean and sanitize your hands (soap and water is preferred) as often as possible, especially after sharing equipment
• Inform a coach or staff member if you are not feeling well.

For more information, click the link below
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/playing-sports.html

• Pfizer-BioNTech
• Moderna
• Johnson & Johnson/Janssen

​https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/different-vaccines.html

Pfizer-BioNTech
- for people 12 and older
- 2 shots needed, 3 weeks apart

Moderna 
- for people 18 and olders
- 2 shots needed, 4 weeks, apart

Johnson & Johnson/Janssen
- for people 18 and older
- 1 shot needed

​https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/different-vaccines.html

For more information about preparing for spring weather, click the link below:

​https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/features/springweather/