• Are there aspects of travel that you are anxious or fearful about?
• What experiences may be most challenging for you (e.g., culture, interpersonal situations, etc.)?
• Are there any particular health and/or well-being concerns so serious that you may be unable to
  manage them during travel? If so, is it better to:
  • Travel to another destination for another experience where you can better manage your
    health and well-being.
  • Postpone your travel to another time when you are better able to manage your health and
    well-being.
  • Implement strategies and utilize on-site resources that will better enable you to manage your
    health and well-being in your intended destination.

• Are you currently being treated, or have you been treated for a serious physical health condition,
  injury, or disease within the last five years?
• If yes, what do you do in the U.S. to care for these conditions (e.g., taking medication, seeing a health
  professional, maintaining personal networks, etc.)?
• Do you plan on taking prescription medications while traveling? If so, are your medications legal and
  available at your destination/s? Some medications common in the United States, such as pain medications like codeine and tramadol, and others, may be considered illegal in other countries. See Traveling Abroad with Medicine for details.

• What do you need to successfully manage your physical health conditions during your travel
  experience?
• What concrete steps will you take to address these needs?
• Do you need to consult with a healthcare professional at your destination/s for continued care or to
  refill a prescription?
  • Explore the GeoBlue Pre-Departure Program, which provides consultations with a GeoBlue
    clinician for planning your healthcare needs in your host country.
• What precautions will you take for travel health risks?

• Are you currently being treated, or have you been treated during the last 5 years for a mental health
  condition (e.g., addiction, depression, anxiety, PTSD, eating disorder, a condition related to loss or
  grief, etc.)?
• If yes, what do you do on campus to care for these conditions (e.g., medication, seeing a health
  professional, personal networks, etc.)?
• Do you plan on taking mental health prescription medications while traveling? If so, are your
  medications legal and available at your destination/s? Some medications common in the United
  States, such as medications for attention deficit disorder like Adderall, Ritalin, and others, may be
  considered illegal in other countries. See Traveling Abroad with Medicine for details.

• What do you need to successfully manage your mental health and well-being during your travel
  experience?
• What concrete steps will you take to address these needs?
• Do you need to consult with a mental health professional at your destination for continued care or to
  refill a prescription?
• How would this condition be treated during an acute flare up, what coping strategies you have
  found helpful for it, and can you replicate this treatment or apply the coping strategies while
  traveling? Suggested resources include:
  • Utilizing Global Michigan’s Managing Mental Health Abroad page to develop a checklist for addressing your mental health needs, understand key study abroad stressors, and learn about common travel myths.
  • Following General Emergency Protocols for U-M International Travelers for urgent situations, which may include going to an emergency room in the event urgent is needed and using GeoBlue for direct pay or reimbursement of expenses.
  • Using GeoBlue Global Wellness Assist or making an appointment using GeoBlue (see page 4 of the Member Guide).
  • Using Uwill teletherapy or MiTalk services offered through U-M CAPS.

• Do you have any drug, food, or other allergies (e.g., medications, gluten, nuts, shellfish, bee stings,
  wool, etc.)?
• If yes, what are your reactions if exposed?
• How likely will it be to encounter these allergies in your host destination/s?
• What steps will you take to minimize the risk of exposure and/or plan for treatment?
• If meals will be provided for you by a program leader or in-country host, how will you make your
  allergies known?

• How will you accommodate these dietary preferences during travel?
• Will your main sources of nutrition be available in your host location?
• Are there any items you should plan to carry with you?
• If meals will be provided for you, either by a program leader or in-country host, how will you make
  your dietary preferences and restrictions known?

• Make a list of any prescription and over-the-counter medications you currently take (e.g., birth
  control, insulin for diabetes, Claritin for outdoor allergies).
• Next, indicate which ones you will need during travel and in what amounts.
• What are the translations for each medication in your destination language and a local brand
  name?
• Are these medications available in your host location/country?
• Are there any legal restrictions? Some medications common in the United States, such as Adderall,
  Ritalin, Sudafed, codeine, tramadol, and others, may be considered illegal in other countries.
• For international travelers, the following resources can assist you in determining the legality or
  availability of your medications abroad:
  • See Traveling Abroad with Medicine for guidance, which includes calling the Embassy or
    Consulate of each country you will be visiting to determine if your medications can be safely
    brought into the country.
  • You may also want to check the International Narcotics Control Board, which provides general
    information about narcotics and controlled substances for countries that have information
    available for travelers.
  • Contact GeoBlue using the Pre-departure Program to determine if a particular medication is
    available in the destination/s. Please note that it is possible that a medication is available in a country, but it may be illegal to bring the medication through customs.
  • Search for your medications on the GeoBlue Students Drug Equivalents Guide:
    https://members.geobluestudents.com/TranslationTools/DrugEquivalents

• Keep a copy of your immunization record in case of a health emergency or for public health entry
  requirements.
• Review the list of required and recommended immunizations and prophylaxis for your host
  location/s. For general recommendations, look up your destination/s on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Traveler’s Health site.
• If you do not have these items, how will you locate them and arrange for any boosters or new
  immunizations needed before departure? You can also set up an appointment at UHS by following
  the steps listed on the UHS Travel Health Services page.

• Are you traveling to a destination where English is not the primary language?
• Do you speak the local language? If not, what strategies will you use to explain your healthcare
  needs?
• If needed, have you identified healthcare facilities where English-speaking professionals are
  available? Note: Medical facilities affiliated with GeoBlue that have English-speaking staff are listed
  on their website: geobluestudents.com.

• Do you have any conditions requiring special accommodations during travel (e.g., mobility or
  physical activity restrictions, learning disabilities, hearing or visual loss, etc.)?
• If yes, what accommodations or support services do you receive on campus?
• Will these accommodations be needed during travel?
• Are these accommodations available in your host location?
• What steps will you take to research your options?
• Additional considerations and resources are on the Disabilities Abroad page.
• Note: Students are responsible for initiating the accommodations process by utilizing the
  Disabilities Accommodations Abroad Form. If you are not already registered with the Office for
  Services for Students with Disabilities, please register at https://ssd.umich.edu/.

For international travel, once you are enrolled in GeoBlue, visit the GeoBlue website to locate
medical facilities and doctors in your travel destination/s. You can also call a GeoBlue Advisor to
schedule any appointments before you travel.

• GeoBlue Overview
• GeoBlue Pre-departure Program
• GeoBlue website: geobluestudents.com
• GeoBlue mobile app: https://www.geoblue.com/mobileapp/
• GeoBlue advisor phone: +1 610-254-8771
• GeoBlue Student Member Guide
• GeoBlue Global Health Services Overview
• GeoBlue Global Wellness Assist (telehealth mental health services through GeoBlue)
• GeoBlue Global TeleHealth (telehealth consultation with a medical professional)
• GeoBlue Post Departure Trip Insurance Benefit and Qualifications

Having this information in one place can be helpful when seeking healthcare or emergency care:

• Health Care Provider Name. List the name of your regular healthcare provider (personal
  physician, group practice, etc.).
• Health Care Provider Office Contact Information. List the office phone number and email
  address of your regular healthcare provider.
• Health Care Provider Emergency Contact. List the after-hours emergency number for your
  healthcare provider.

• Counseling and Psychological Services for initial consultations and to access services while traveling through Uwill teletherapy or MiTalk.
• Resilient Traveling Modules: managing stress and enhancing experience abroad
• Services for Students with Disabilities
• UHS Travel Health Services for a travel health consultation, vaccinations/immunizations, and
  obtaining travel medications
• General Emergency Protocols for U-M International Travelers