General Packing List:

You will need to pack all of your personal items for the week in a carry-on size bag and a small personal bag. We will check suitcases but those are for clinic supplies and medications.
· 1 Small carry-on as main luggage (40 pounds or under) for your personal items. It must be no larger than 22 x 14 x 9 inches and weigh less than 40 lbs.
· You may also bring a personal bag/backpack that you can fit under the seat in front of you. This smaller item should not exceed 18 x 14 x 8 inches.
· Remember that all liquids need to be in smaller 3-ounce containers and that they all need to fit into a quart size plastic bag.
· 1 Fanny pack for your camera, phone and anything small you need to keep with you during clinic. You will need to have your hands free.
· 1 money belt (around your waist) to be kept under your clothing with room for your money and passport.
· Passport – in a plastic baggie!!! We had a few that got drenched during a rainy day or wet boat ride. Bring your original passport and make 2 copies in the event that your passport is misplaced. Keep one for yourself separate from the original, and leave one behind with a family member
· Spending money, around $200 (small bills $1, $5, $10 are preferred, we have learned that $20 bills are rarely accepted on the islands. Bills need to be without any tears, creases or writing, please inspect them carefully)
· Credit card
· Medical Insurance card (We provide additional medical travel insurance for everyone)
· Medical / Diagnostic equipment – BP cuff, stethoscope, penlight, headlamp (we may be in some poorly lit areas!)
· Vinyl exam gloves to be used by you personally at the clinical sites. We have boxes for all the providers but it is good for everyone to bring some
Everyday Wear:
· Again… PACK LIGHT!
· Pack your clothes in plastic bags or space saver bags (not the kind you have to use a vacuum cleaner for)
· Comfortable light weight travel clothes for bus and boat rides
· Cotton t-shirts or scrub tops (No tank tops at clinic sites, only at the hotel) At least 4 sets for clinic and a couple extra, there is no guarantee of laundry facilities or dry weather.
· Scrubs pants or other lightweight pants (No shorts or skirts at clinic sites, only at the hotel)
· Socks, underwear, sleepwear
Must Haves Packing Checklist:
· Don’t forget one long sleeve shirt, hoodie or sweatshirt, especially needed in airports and on the flights
· 1 pair of closed toe shoes for clinic day (boots, hiking or tennis shoes). It’s for   your health and safety!
· Rain Jacket / Poncho…. We’re probably going to get wet!!
· Flip-flops or sliders for showers, pool, beach and to wear at the hotel
· Bathing suit, we are staying in a place with a pool, and we may have an opportunity to go to the beach
· Sunglasses, Bandannas, Headband, Visor or Hat
· Bug spray / Mosquito Repellent with > 33% DEET, preferably higher if you can tolerate
· SUNBLOCK
· Wet Wipes/Baby Wipes for face and hands
· Antibacterial Hand Sanitizer and sanitizer wipes (different from above)
· Disposable masks for personal use, sometimes they enforce masks in the clinics and hospital.
Toiletries:
· Shampoo / Conditioner / Body wash / Soap / Face Wash
· Razor
· Toothbrush / Toothpaste
· Brush / Comb
· Deodorant
· SUNBLOCK
· Chap-stick
· Travel tissue packs
· Contact solution
· Feminine hygiene items
· Please don’t forget – ALL toiletries must be < 3oz for travel in carry-on! And NO AEROSOLS!
Personal Health:
· Motion sickness/sea sickness medication
· Personal prescription medications
· As needed medications (anti-diarrheal, aspirin, Tylenol/Advil, allergy meds, Band-Aids, eye drops)
· Malaria prophylaxis
· Cipro for personal use
Optional Packing List:
· Bible / Devotional/ Journal
· Camera/Phone/IPad
· Headlamp / Small flashlight (We may be in some poorly lit areas and the power can be out at times)
· Nalgene / Water bottle
· Snacks (well sealed, waterproof, bug proof… protein bars, granola bars, trail mix, tuna kits, electrolyte pills, Gatorade / Powerade /electrolyte powders, etc.) Don’t bring bottles; we can buy Water and Gatorade there!!
· We can stop at grocery stores to stock up on food and snacks such as crackers, chips and other things you may want for lunch. No need to bring any of that.
· A few hard candies or cough drops.
Extra Tidbits of Knowledge:
· Please leave any expensive jewelry, clothing, etc. at home. Try to bring nothing that looks expensive or of great value to you.
· Only wear a plain wedding ring, a simple cross or inexpensive chain.
· Bring plastic bags or Ziploc bags for dirty clothing and to keep things dry inside your carry-on.
· These will be long clinical days so don’t forget about your own health and well-being… Drink plenty of water! Take Tylenol / Ibuprofen for muscle aches… MOSQUITO REPELLENT AND SUNBLOCK!
· Try to spray your clothes with Permethrin repellent a few days before you start packing to allow them to dry completely.
· Don’t forget to be sure that you are up-to-date on your immunizations. Meet with your doctor or a travel clinic to discuss Malaria prophylaxis and a possible prescription for Cipro for traveler’s diarrhea.