Health and Safety
Vaccines Yellow Fever Travel Clinics
International Health Insurance Medications
This is the time for you to be proactive about your physical and mental health and to educate yourself about the differences between the US and your host country.
In addition to the general safety information provided at pre-departure orientation and on the State Department website, all students, especially those travelling to non-Western or developing countries should consult the CDC website to learn about health issues in their host country (Is the water safe to drink?) and to determine what vaccines or medical precautions might be necessary (i.e. malaria pills, insect repellent, etc.).
Vaccines
Vaccination requirements and suggestions vary by country. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) in Atlanta has an International Traveler's Hotline that provides up-to-date vaccination requirements for any region or country you select. Call Traveler's Health Hotline at 1-800-394-8747, or visit the CDC web site. We urge students to research vaccinations and health precautions for any areas they plan to visit outside of their host country.
Yellow Fever
Yellow fever is a disease caused by a virus that is spread through mosquito bites. It is preventable by vaccine. At this time, the Gambia is the only Juniata approved study abroad program which requires the Yellow fever vaccine for entry into the country and re-entry into the United States.
If you plan to travel while abroad, please check the following map of locations that recommend a yellow fever vaccine: https://www.cdc.gov/yellowfever/maps/index.html
The vaccine is in a national shortage. Please plan to obtain the vaccine many months before travel, in case of delays. All students should take steps to protect themselves from mosquitos by using insect repellent and wearing long-sleeved shirts and pants when outdoors (CDC).
Travel Clinics
This link will take you to a list of travel clinics located close to Juniata. You'll need to call for an appointment. If you need a Yellow Fever vaccination, plan to call two weeks in advance. Ask what the cost of the appointment will be before you go.
International Heath and Travel Insurance (CISI)
Health insurance is an important component of study abroad. Students participating in an approved Juniata study abroad program are required to be covered by a comprehensive international insurance plan. The Juniata plan is through Cultural Insurance Services International or CISI.
- Some countries (Germany and Australia) require you to purchase local insurance. For Germany and Australia, you will purchase the insurance during the application process. We will enroll you in a limited form of CISI which covers emergency evacuation and repatriation at a cost of $11.00 per month. It will be billed to your bursar account.
- Some of our provider programs (BCA, Bard, others) will require you to participate in their coverage. You will not be required to purchase our coverage.
- For all other programs and independent Juniata supported internships, you will be enrolled in CISI insurance at the rate of $38.25 per month. It will be billed to your bursar account.
- determining which prescription medications can be taken to your partner country;
- finding a pharmacy abroad;
- finding a specialist or appropriate medical facility.