People who live in the United States but who visit family members living in other countries are more likely to become ill than other travelers, according to an article published in the Journal of Travel Medicine. These friends and family may require a medical repatriation if they experience an extreme medical event. There are several…
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Travel Tips for People Who Have Chronic Illnesses
For people who have a chronic medical illness, long-distance travel can pose extra challenges. A medical transportation service may be needed if their symptoms worsen while traveling. But with some careful preparation and the help of their physician, many people can enjoy the adventure of exploring new countries or visiting with friends and family who…
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How to Prepare for Last-Minute Travel
In a perfect scenario, travelers have weeks or months to plan for travel across the United States or outside the country. However, a need to visit a sick family member, an unexpected business trip, or even a can’t-beat deal on an airplane ticket may make last-minute travel a necessity. Preparing for last-minute travel can help…
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Tips for Avoiding a Long-Distance Medical Transport While Living Abroad
Traveling or living abroad for an extended period of time requires different planning than a weeklong business trip or even a month-long vacation. People who will be living outside the United States for an extended period of time need to make some of the same preparations they would if they were moving to a new…
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