The Philippines have been hit with a double dose of destruction and flooding from back to back Typhoons within less than a week's time. On October 1, 2011 the BBC reported at least one person dead as Typhoon Nalgae hit regions still waterlogged by the earlier storm Nesat, and officials warned of flash floods and landslides. By October 3, at least 59 were reported dead.
“There is great need for volunteers,” said Fran Lessans, Founder and CEO of Passport Health. “Precautionary measures to consider when entering areas affected by the Typhoons include:
• Up-to-date vaccinations:
o Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertusis (TDaP)
o Hepatitis A and B
o Typhoid Fever
o Japanese Encephalitis (depending on location)
o Malaria Prophylaxes
o Water Purification Devices
o Wound Care Kits
o Anti-Diarrhea Prophylaxes, Medications, and oral rehydration solutions
“Passport Health will make recommendations for vaccines, portable water purifiers, and food, water and mosquito-borne illnesses for each volunteer. In these situations conditions are less than sanitary and we want to make sure no one gets sick. Clean water is an issue right now,” she concluded.
Call 1-888-499-PASS (7277) to reach your nearest Passport Health location or visit us online at http://www.passporthealthusa.com.
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