Health & Wellness Abroad
Before You Go
It's important to make sure you're in good health, physically and mentally!
Physical Wellbeing
Schedule a consultation with your doctor or Student Health Services before you leave.
Vaccinations
Ask your doctor or check to see if your destination has recommended or required vaccinations:
Mental Wellbeing
Rice has resources to provide mental health support before and during your trip. Reach out for more info on how each office can support you:
What if I get sick abroad?
In an emergency:
Call local emergency services – take note of this number before you leave!
After contacting emergency services or for non-emergency assistance:
Call Rice’s international travel assistance provider (International SOS) at +1 215 942 8478 or email philadelphia@internationalsos.com for help with:
- Arranging appointments
- Medical translation
- Ensuring you are receiving appropriate care
- Medical evacuations
Questions about ISOS? Reach out to global@rice.edu.
Please note: Beginning 1 September 2025, Rice is changing international travel assistance providers. More information will be posted soon.
Health & Wellness Resources
Health Resources at Rice
Travel Health Information (Including Recommended & Required Vaccinations)
Rice's Travel Assistance Provider
International SOS (through 31 August 2025):
- +1 215 942 8478
- philadelphia@internationalsos.com
Beginning 1 September 2025: Rice will transition to a new assistance provider; further information coming soon.
Traveling with Medications & Medical Devices
- Australian TGA - Travelling with Medicines and Medical Devices: link
- Canadian Government - Travelling with Medication: link
- INCB - Country Regulations for Travellers Carrying Medicines Containing Controlled Substances: link
- NaTHNaC - Medicines and Travel: link
- US CDC - Traveling Abroad with Medicine: link