Friday, September 8, 2017
Basic Health Tips While Travelling
Basic Health Tips While Travelling
When travelling, to avoid getting sick, remember the following tips:
Before travelling:
- Have a medical check-up to be sure you are healthy before you travel.
- Find out if the place you are going to has vaccination requirements and see your doctor weeks before your scheduled departure.
- Research / know more about the place you are going to with regard to weather, medical facilities, etc.
- Pack a first aid kit and some basic medicines or your usual supplements.
- Use luggage with wheels so it doesn’t put pressure on your back and joints.
- If you need a wheelchair or other disability needs, make arrangements for it in advance.
- Get a travel health insurance.
While travelling:
- Drink only bottled water.
- Avoid ice in drinks.
- Avoid fruits and vegetables that have been washed in local water.
- Make sure food is cooked thoroughly.
- Avoid street foods.
- Wear mosquito repellent.
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