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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…

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…

How to Find a Doctor & Affordable Medical Repatraition Services When Traveling Abroad

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…

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…