For many travelers, February is the perfect time to take a cruise to escape winter’s cold, wet weather and gray skies. Sunny destinations such as the Caribbean and Mexico will be top cruise destinations this month for those very reasons. However, winter is also the most likely time for a norovirus outbreak, an acute inflammation…
Read more
Tips for Traveling to Visit Loved Ones Outside the U.S.
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…
Read more
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…
Read more
When Medical Repatriation Is Necessary To Get Home
Medical repatriation is an unfamiliar term for many people, but it’s one that all travelers should know. In the event of a medical emergency, medical repatriation will be the process used to help a patient return home to receive further medical care or to recover from illness. Medical Repatriation: An example One of the easiest…
Read more