Basic Health Tips While Travelling

When travelling, to avoid getting sick, remember the following tips:

Before travelling:

• Have a medical check-up to be sure you are healthy before you travel.
• Find out if the place you are going to has vaccination requirements and see your doctor weeks before your scheduled departure.
• Research / know more about the place you are going to with regard to weather, medical facilities, etc.
• Pack a first aid kit and some basic medicines or your usual supplements.
• Use luggage with wheels so it doesn’t put pressure on your back and joints.
• If you need a wheelchair or other disability needs, make arrangements for it in advance.
• Get a travel health insurance.

While travelling:

• Drink only bottled water.
• Avoid ice in drinks.
• Avoid fruits and vegetables that have been washed in local water.
• Make sure food is cooked thoroughly.
• Avoid street foods.
• Wear mosquito repellent.