Supporting Patients Before International Travel
Published: July 13, 2026
International travel exposes patients to a range of infectious disease risks, making pre-travel planning and vaccination an important part of patient care. This course reviews recent travel health updates, including vaccine recommendations, emerging safety considerations, and prevention strategies for common travel-related illnesses. You will be better prepared to provide evidence-based recommendations, assess patient risk, and counsel travelers on vaccines and preventive measures before international travel.
HOST
Rachel Maynard, PharmD
GameChangers Podcast Host and Lead, Clinical & Partnership Education, CEimpact
GUEST
Lana Saad Sherr, PharmD
Assistant Dean for Professional Affairs,
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
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CPE INFORMATION
Learning Objectives
Upon successful completion of this knowledge-based activity, participants should be able to:
1.Describe key vaccine recommendations and safety considerations for patients traveling internationally.
2. Describe prevention strategies for common travel-related infectious diseases, including mosquito-borne illnesses.
Rachel Maynard and Lana Sherr have no relevant financial relationships to disclose.
0.05 CEU/0.5 Hr
UAN: 0107-0000-26-251-H01-P
Initial release date: 7/13/2026
Expiration date: 7/13/2027
Additional CPE details can be found here.
