Global Travel Alert: What Every American Traveler Needs to Know Now

7. Ensuring Proactive Health and Safety Abroad

The "Worldwide Caution" emphasizes vigilance. Register with STEP (Smart Traveler Enrollment Program) before you depart; this allows the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate to contact you in an emergency. Beyond standard vaccinations, check the CDC's "Travelers' Health" section for current disease outbreaks in your destination, which can include non-obvious risks like Dengue or Measles outbreaks. Know the precise location of the U.S. embassy and reliable medical facilities for your destination.