Pre-travel medical information available Published Jan. 21, 2011 By Airman 1st Class Lloyd Kimble 14th Medical Operations Squadron Public Health COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE, Miss. -- Planning that much needed vacation to Europe or the Pacific soon? Perhaps taking one of outdoor recreation's Caribbean cruises? If so, base Public Health offices offer invaluable travel health information in regard to required vaccines, medications and other measures necessary to prevent illness and injury during international travel. Public Health's job is to protect you and your family from preventable diseases that may be of concern in certain countries. They can answer any questions you may have for your upcoming trip. Need to know if any immunizations or medications will be provided to keep you from getting ill? The Public Health travel medicine office is your first line of defense and we will guide you every step of the way. The process is simple; all you have to do is go to Public Health and a technician will be more than happy to assist you. First, they will identify all potential medical threats and brief you about the area you are visiting. Next public health professionals identify any immunizations or medications needed. Then you are on your way to immunization or the pharmacy to get what you need to keep healthy while traveling. Public Health has trained professionals who are willing to assist you. For any further questions or concerns please contact the Public Health office at you installation.