Friday, June 28, 2013

About Women's Health: Travel Medicine

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From Denise Maher, your About Women's Health Editor
Everyone has to worry about health risks such as dehydration, bed bugs and altitude sickness when traveling. But in many ways, women travelers have extra worries on the road. Besides being more likely than men to experience motion sickness, women tend to take more prescription meds and report having more chronic conditions, such as arthritis and asthma, that require regular medical management. And of course it's crucial for pregnant women to have access to quality medical care wherever they are. Take a look at these tips before you take off on your next trip to help ensure a bon voyage.

The Best Destinations for People With Arthritis
Too often, people with arthritis opt to not go on a vacation or even a day trip because they think they can't manage traveling, writes Arthritis Guide Carol Eustice. Pain and physical limitation is allowed to interfere with what could be a relaxing and refreshing experience. Let's look at some of her favorite places...Accessible Attractions and Activities

Are You Cleared for Air Travel?
You can't expect to receive much medical care on an airplane, so it's crucial to do a few things before you get on board. Avoiding Inflight Emergencies
Search Related Topics:  senior travel  emergency medical care 

The Dreaded Travelers' Diarrhea
Travelers' diarrhea has long been the scourge of the adventurous soul who travels far from home. A little information can help to keep you healthy. Preventing and Treating Travelers' Diarrhea

Healthy Family Travel
In recent years, parents of small children have needed to brush up on their travel health knowledge, as more and more families travel to places once thought to be exotic or off-limits. What Parents Need to Know About Travel Medicine
Search Related Topics:  travel health  vaccines  infections

 


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