From motion sickness to sneezing in public to what to keep in your first aid travel kit, Read our blogs to discover information on keeping you healthy while you are traveling.
Updated: July 2023 While you may have had all your basic vaccinations when you were a child, as an adult, there are still adult vaccination schedules you need to stay healthy and avoid serious health complications. For evidence, just look at the statistics: On average, around 400,000 Americans have experienced flu-related hospitalizations since 2010. During […]
Achoo! It never fails. It seems like it’s always the person standing right behind you in line who doesn’t take time to cover his or her sneeze. There’s an even a bigger ick factor if you feel the droplets hit your shoulder. It’s hard not to think of all the germs that have been transferred in that one […]
Motion sickness can put a damper on even the best vacations. Until now, those suffering from it had to use over-the-counter medication (which can cause drowsiness), travel in the front seat, or reach for the dreaded “bag.” Thanks to researchers at the Imperial College of London, a new device can trick the brain, eliminating motion […]
For millions of families, summer means packing a suitcase for vacation destinations. But do you stock your first aid kit as thoroughly as your carry-on bag? Everyone should have a basic first aid kit handy in case of any emergencies, and if you don’t have one, this summer is a good time to get started. […]
Travel should be an adventure, full of new experiences and exploration. But for those with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), even a simple road trip takes on a completely different connotation. Stomach cramping, abdominal bloating, and diarrhea can cause IBS sufferers to spend more time searching for a bathroom than enjoying the scenery. The International Foundation for Functional […]
By now you’ve either heard about the current difficult flu season or have experienced it in your own household. In a recent FluReport, the Centers for Disease Control reports that 43 states are now experiencing widespread flu activity. In addition, flu hospitalization rates are higher this season compared to past seasons when the same strain dominated. […]
Headlines across the globe have detailed the horrific nightmare of the Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Many Americans were shocked and disturbed to realize that the Ebola virus, which was an ocean away, had arrived in the United States with cases in Texas and New York. When news stories use images of Hazmat suits and […]
Vacation should be a time of relaxation and enjoyment—not illness. Whether you are traveling across the world, across the country, or across the state, taking a few simple precautions can help ensure your vacation is spent doing what you enjoy most instead of waiting in a doctor’s office. Check out our vacation health tips to […]