[The Basics of Travel Medicine and Health Counseling in Practice].

More and more people are traveling to tropical and subtropical regions, whether for business or pleasure. Therefore, sound travel medicine advice is an essential part of preventive healthcare. This advice includes vaccination recommendations, malaria prophylaxis, individual risk assessment, education, and up-to-date interdisciplinary knowledge. This knowledge is especially important for vulnerable groups, such as pregnant women, children, and people with chronic illnesses.