On Caribbean islands (Bermuda and the Bahamas included), travel-related illnesses are relatively minor, generally predictable, and largely preventable, making the islands comfortable places for family vacations. The exception to this is Hispaniola, where the Dominican Republic and Haiti are (see below).

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Protecting children from insect bites can be challenging, especially when you travel to places where bites are potentially troublesome and children hassle you about wearing protective clothing and using repellents.
Here is what you should know.
1. Are there disease-carrying insects at your destination?
For travel to the tropics check the websites of the Centers for Disease Control [...]

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