How to Shit Around the World The Art of

International travel is rewarding and fun, but sometimes it exacts a price. Activities we take for granted-eating, bathing, and going to the bathroom-can range from challenging to risky in unfamiliar territory. In How to Shit Around the World, Dr. Jane Wilson-Howarth takes a sympathetic and funny approach to one of the most basic human activities, interweaving hilarious anecdotes from fellow travelers with sensible tips and techniques.

Preface

xi

Introduction

xviii

Kathleen Meyer

Travelers' Diarrhea

Knowing It, Avoiding It

1

(10)

What's in the Water?

When Is It Safe to Drink?

11

(7)

Eating Right

The Pleasures and Perils of Seafood

18

(5)

Weird Foods

The Risks of Fearless Dining

23

(9)

Squat Loos and Long-Drops

Which Way to the Ladies/Gents?

32

(8)

Water, Water

Dehydration, Rehydration

40

(8)

Caught Short?

Managing on Long Bus Rides

48

(7)

Tummy Troubles

Dysentery and Serious Kinds of Infections

55

(10)

Immunization Against Diarrhea and Travelers' Ills

Precautions Now and in the Future

65

(9)

Coping Without Paper

Time-Honored Methods for Keeping Clean

74

(9)

Women's Unmentionables

Challenges and Solutions for Female Travelers

83

(8)

Can It Be Worms?

Avoiding Them

91

(6)

Bad Beasts

Snakes and Spiders and Leeches, Oh My!

97

(7)

Going Outside

Taking Care of Nature's Call

104

(10)

Bathing

Hazards and Techniques in Unusual Circumstances

114

(11)

Children

Keeping Little Ones Healthy

125

(10)

Senior Travelers

Assessing Special Needs

135

(8)

Homecoming

You've Returned, Are You Healthy?

143

(4)

Packing List and Minimal Medical Kit

147

(3)

Resources and References

150

(7)

Index

157

(5)

Index of Contributors

162

(2)

Acknowledgments

164

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How to Shit Around the World The Art of Staying Clean and Healthy While Traveling

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