Unsure Of What Meds You Need Before An International Trip? Here's How Your Pharmacist Can Help.

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If you ever stop by the pharmacy before a trip, you might be grabbing plastic bags for airport security, travel-size toiletries or picking up medication before you leave home.

But pharmacists can do much more than just fill prescriptions: For travelers going abroad, they can provide a range of services, from health consultations before their trip to administering vaccines.