Theres no way and probably no good reason to be subtle about it amp151 diarrhea parasites and other gastrointestinal unpleasantries can be part of the price travelers pay for trying to see the world. Fortunately this frank witty guide lets worldexplorers fight back against their invisible assailants. A noted traveler and writer Dr. WilsonHowarth explores such issues as sanitizing unhealthy water safely consuming exotic foods avoiding dehydration keeping good hygiene on the road and immunization. A special section details the dreaded creatures amp151 spiders leeches worms amp151 that can put any tour into a tailspin. With special tips for children and elderly travelers as well as ways to dodge ailments such as malaria typhoid and hepatitis How to Shit Around the World is the perfect if not the most polite traveling companion.