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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…

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…

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…

A four-hour flight may not seem all that long, but it can put travelers at risk of blood clots, also called deep vein thrombosis (DVT). In fact, any mode of travel that is four hours or longer – by car, bus, train or plane – puts travelers at risk of DVT. DVT is a condition…