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mportant Travel Information ResourcesTravelers should familiarize themselves with their destinations, both to get the most enjoyment out of the visit and to avoid known dangers. Travelers should also be aware of restrictions on items that may be taken overseas. It is important also to be aware of the current regulations concerning what may be brought into the U.S. upon return. More information resources below.
Malaria is one of the world's most common and serious diseases. It is a mosquito-borne disease caused by a parasite. People with malaria experience fever, chills, and over all flu-like symptoms. Left untreated, they may develop severe complications and die. Each year 450 million cases occur worldwide. Over one million people die, most are young children in sub-Saharan Africa. Unfortunately the disease is no longer confined to just tropical areas. This is primarily due to the expansion and ease of international travel.
Assistance from American Consular OfficersU.S. consular officers are located in over 260 Foreign Service posts outside the U.S.A. In addition, consular agents in approximately 46 foreign cities without U.S. embassies or consulates provide a more limited but still important series of emergency and other consular services.
Important Travel Information ResourcesTravelers should familiarize themselves with their destinations, both to get the most enjoyment out of the visit and to avoid known dangers. Travelers should also be aware of restrictions on items that may be taken overseas. It is important also to be aware of the current regulations concerning what may be brought into the U.S. upon return. More information resources below