Nothing can ruin a vacation or business trip faster than getting sick while traveling. While many illnesses pass quickly after a few days or with the use of a well-packed medicine kit, some require a doctor’s care. It can feel like an overwhelming challenge to find a doctor when a person is ill or in…
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Food and Water Safety Tips for Travelers
Part of the fun of travel is the excitement of trying new things, especially the flavors and local foods of the places where you are visiting. When traveling within the United States and Canada, there is little risk of developing illnesses from contaminated food or water. The risk also is minimal in developed countries. In…
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How to Find a Travel Clinic & Affordable Air Medical Transport Services
If you are traveling outside the United States, you may need more than a valid passport to be prepared for a successful experience. Depending on your destination, you may need to receive one or more vaccinations before you travel, or to begin taking prescription medicines that you’ll continue throughout your trip. You also may be…
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Before You Travel, Let Airlines Know about These Medical Conditions
Airline travel can be stressful, especially for people who have underlying health and medical issues. People who have chronic conditions such as anemia, heart disease or lung disease can have difficulty handling lower oxygen levels during flight. For other individuals, temporary concerns such as a recent root canal or a broken bone are reasons to…
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