Health & Safety

Staying healty and safe while abroad is essential. This page provides the emergency contacts and best practices to stay connected.

 

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Emergency Contact priority list:

1. Local Emergency Numbers (not always 911, make sure to check)
2. On-site faculty or staff
3. CISI / AXA Team Assist
   1. 312-935-1703 (outside U.S.)
   2. 855-327-1411 (toll-free inside U.S.)
   3. medassist-usa@axaassistance.us
4. U of U 24/7 Emergency Line
   1. UU Emergency Line (campus police): +1 801 585 2677

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1. Create a Communication Plan with Home
   
   1. Store emergency contact numbers in multiple places and develop communicate with loved ones.
2. Register your Trip
   
   1. Use AlertTraveler and sign up for alerts to recieve information about the country information, travel warnings, and more.
   2. Register in STEP through the U.S. Department of State to receive country specific travel advisories and notifications.
3. Complete a Health Check-up
   
   1. Review your immunization history.
   2. Check Center for Disease Control (CDC) and World Health Organization (WHO) websites for country-specific health and immunization information, recommended vaccines and medication.
   3. Visit necessary medical providers before your trip. Certain immunizations take 3 to 6 months to complete, so contact your doctor early so you are prepared.
4. Prepare Medications & Documents
   
   1. Make a plan for prescriptions and health supplies.
   2. Secure personal documents and keep digital copies for easy access.
5. Attend Pre-Departure Orientation
   1. Learn about recommended ways to mitigate risk while abroad such as practicing active awareness, developing coping mechanisms, obeying local laws, and more.

 

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Travel Health Planning

When planning for a Learning Abroad program, we recommend you familiarize yourself with the attitudes toward medical conditions, disabilities, and psychological conditions in your location as they can vary by culture, and all legislation is dictated by the host country. These differences may impact the level of treatment and accommodation available to you while you are abroad.

Most importantly, we encourage you to consult with your family and personal medical providers for ways to manage any health conditions while abroad. We also encourage you to have an open conversation with Program staff that you feel most comfortable with so that they can fully understand your situation and properly support your experience.

Once you commit to your program, you’ll complete the Travel Health Planning & Risks form, which offers additional guidance on these topics.

If you need accommodations related to a disability, reach out to the Center for Disability & Access.