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Make Your Next Camping or Hiking Trip Trouble-free

Make Your Next Camping or Hiking Trip Trouble-free

Latest Travel Health News SATURDAY, Aug. 11, 2018 (HealthDay News) — Planning ahead is the key to staying healthy and safe when you go hiking or camping, experts say. “‘Be prepared’ is the Boy Scout motto, and it is one of the best ways to avoid pitfalls and make the most of any hiking or […]

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Health Tip: Studying Overseas

Health Tip: Studying Overseas

(HealthDay News) — Spending a semester in another country can be an incredible experience, but it doesn’t come without risk of travel-related illness. Latest Travel Health News The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offers these tips to prepare for a semester abroad: Learn about health concerns in your host country. At least a […]

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Health Tip: Traveling With a Disability

Health Tip: Traveling With a Disability

(HealthDay News) — Traveling with someone with a disability may seem daunting, but things are likely to go a lot smoother with some preparation. Latest Travel Health News AARP offers this advice: Contact the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at least 72 hours before departure to explain your loved one’s needs. The number is:855-787-2227. When you […]

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Health Tip: Travel Tips For Women With Breast Prosthesis

Health Tip: Travel Tips For Women With Breast Prosthesis

(HealthDay News) — After a mastectomy, many women prefer to wear a prosthesis, in lieu of reconstructive surgery. Latest Travel Health News The prosthesis often is made of silicone gel or foam, and will be placed inside a bra or directly on a woman’s chest. Sometimes. a prosthesis can pose difficulties when traveling by plane. […]

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Health Tip: Have a Fun and Safe Vacation

Health Tip: Have a Fun and Safe Vacation

(HealthDay News) — Nothing can ruin a summer vacation faster than an unexpected trip to the hospital. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration offers these suggestions for a healthier vacation: Avoid tanning or spending too much time in the sun. Check your medications before you leave to make sure you have enough. Never pack medication […]