Health warnings for travelers (chikungunya, anyone?)

Returning to the U.S. last month I found some interesting public health information on the airport TV monitors: warnings about MERS, Dengue fever, chickungunya, even measles.

by Janet Golden, PhD

Published Jul. 8, 2014, 6:30 a.m. ET

So, if you are traveling abroad this summer (or at any time) safe travels! If you are returning to the United States or here as a visitor: welcome. Don't be scared by the warnings on the monitors you'll read as you stand in the customs line. View them as a reminder that public health is global health and that many national and international organizations and governments are working to ensure our health.