Travel to the Persian Gulf. Medical guidelines for visitors
Lange, W.R.; Denny, S.C.
Postgraduate Medicine 91(2): 189-195
1992
ISSN/ISBN: 0032-5481 PMID: 1738739 Document Number: 397132
The disease, destruction, and destitution created by the recent conflicts in the Persian Gulf have resulted in increased international travel to affected countries for relief and reconstruction. Such travel involves more than minimal health risks, but effective preparation of travelers by primary care physicians can help, as discussed by the authors.
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