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Please share a haiku about health and safety while traveling.

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Relax: Relax by the beach; but wear sunscreen in the sun; melanoma burns!

Answered 4/3/2014

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Dr. Marybeth Lambe answered

Specializes in Travel Medicine

Walk: Walk about the plane; long flight at night dangerous; keep blood clots away.

Answered 5/18/2014

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Dr. Marybeth Lambe answered

Specializes in Travel Medicine

Unsure: Unsure of water sources? Carry a small steripen which uses ultraviolet to purify water in 60 seconds.

Answered 7/27/2014

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Try: Try to bring all your medications with you without relying on local pharmacies.

Answered 3/28/2014

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Use: Use common sense and do not rush when making health deductions, especially when abroad.

Answered 8/10/2013

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Shots: Shots before; drink the water; no more.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Want: Want to stay healthy on your trip? If you can't peel it, boil it or cook it, forget it.

Answered 3/31/2014

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Travel: Wear compression hose while flying. It can prevent a dvt!

Answered 9/29/2016

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Traveling: Traveling abroad? Make copies of passport. Leave one at home. Give one to your travel companion.

Answered 7/27/2014

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Got: Got a trip planned? Travel smart and safe. Learn more at http://wwwnc.Cdc.Gov/travel/notices.

Answered 10/21/2014

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Avoid: Avoid dogs and sex workers; vaccinate early; don't rent the motorcycle.

Answered 1/13/2018

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Dr. Libby Putnam answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Eat: Eat nutritiously: traveling is stressful (even if vacation), and you need energy to enjoy yourself!

Answered 3/22/2014

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Dr. Libby Putnam answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Eat: Eat nutritiously! traveling can be stressful. You need energy!

Answered 6/16/2014

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Wear: Wear a travel wallet under clothes to keep important documents and medical info.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Peter Ihle answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

B: Be prepared, have first aid kit. Don't forget your meds, seat belts, speed limits. Don't take risks.

Answered 11/5/2013

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Always: Always notify someone of your planned location and when you should return, while traveling!

Answered 4/8/2014

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Dr. Ihab Ibrahim answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Seat: Seat belts save your life from that airbag! wear them.

Answered 2/21/2014

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Dr. Gregory LaMorte answered

Specializes in Periodontics

When: When you are at a hotel, check the nearest exit on your floor.

Answered 5/29/2014

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Wear: Wear compression stockings or pantyhose to reduce blood clots and swelling in the legs.

Answered 6/24/2013

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Don't: Don't put ice in drinks. Bottled fizzy drinks with an intact seal are usually safe.

Answered 11/27/2013

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Make: If you take medication, you take more than you need in case your return is delayed.

Answered 1/10/2015

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Dr. Ihab Ibrahim answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Identify: Identify when you want to go. Place all families change in a bottle. Plan next thanksgiving trip now.

Answered 12/20/2013

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Got: Got the travel bug? A trip to an interesting place to volunteer gives you a more unique experience.

Answered 10/20/2014

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Ask: Ask your doctor for a prescription for clobetasol ointment (steroid) to stop bug bites from itching.

Answered 11/23/2013

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Get: Get recommended vaccinations. Explore current situation in the destination you're visiting.

Answered 1/8/2014

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Dr. Randy Stevens answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Plan: Plan ahead of trip. Tell your doctor the destination. Know where the hospital is located.

Answered 12/16/2013

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Dr. Zahid Niazi answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Surgery

Always: Always carry oral rehydration salts while traveling especially with children.

Answered 11/14/2014

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Get: Get a physical prior to traveling if you're due. If you take medication, take it with you.

Answered 11/15/2014

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Travelling: Travelling internationally is fun and exciting adventure. Do not forget vaccines to protect you.

Answered 4/3/2016

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Dr. Elden Rand answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Traveling: Traveling dangers. Don't wander out after dark. Wear your seat belt, jack.

Answered 2/7/2014

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Dr. Elden Rand answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Traveling: Traveling dangers. Wash both your hands frequently. Do not eat weird food.

Answered 2/17/2015

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Dr. Mohammed Parvez answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Be: Be healthy and safe even when you are in different state.

Answered 1/22/2014

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Dr. Mohammed Parvez answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Wear: Wear nose mask at public places to prevent air borne infectios.

Answered 1/20/2014

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Dr. William Harris answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

If: If you travel a lot, always keep a bag packed with basics. Just load clothes in for each trip.

Answered 9/8/2013

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Dr. William Harris answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Keep: Keep an empty zipper bag in your carry-on for tsa screening: put watch, keys, belt, phone, etc. In!

Answered 9/8/2013

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Dr. William Harris answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Make: Make your packing list based on location of items in your house, not by category of things to take!

Answered 9/8/2013

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Dr. Neil McLeod answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

Away: Away from your home you will need tooth brush and floss to ensure good health.

Answered 2/6/2014

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Keep: Keep your medicines with you in a shoulder bag or fanny pack.

Answered 4/3/2016

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Know: Know ur destination.Know what 2do if u become sick.Respect ur host country, follow local laws &custom.

Answered 4/3/2016

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Always: Always carry prescription medications in a carry-on, instead of checked bags.

Answered 6/13/2017

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Dr. Ryan Phasouk answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

When: When pregnant, it is best to avoid travel after 37 weeks gestation.

Answered 5/28/2015

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Travel: Travel only when well-rested. Beauty. And safety both dim in the light of fatigue. Plan well.

Answered 9/17/2020

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Read: Read about where you are going. Try not to improvise itineraries. Be aware of the political climate.

Answered 6/4/2015

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Dr. Steven Chmielewski answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Allow: Allow for a "flex" day after longer trips. Don't come home late the night before work.

Answered 12/23/2013

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Be: Be proactive about family's needs & your health at all times, but especially when away from home.

Answered 5/26/2014

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If: If you suffer from altitude sickness (eg above 9000ft-dizzy, nausea, vomiting) take acetazolamide.

Answered 5/8/2016

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Ignore: Drink bottled water. Eat cooked foods. Only eat fruit you can peel;dont eat peel. Avoid ice.

Answered 5/7/2016

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Eat healthy, stretch often, try to stick to as much of a routine as you can. Limit stress. Sleep!

Answered 11/23/2013

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Make sure you are properly vaccinated for your area of travel if going out of the country.

Answered 11/23/2013

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Dr. Jane Steiner answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Ignore: Take extra medication with you while you are traveling in case your flight is delayed or canceled.

Answered 12/4/2013

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Prolonged sitting can cause blood clots in the legs to form.Get up and walk around every few hours

Answered 12/13/2013

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Ignore: Constipation and leg swelling frequently accompany travel.Walking and fiber help.

Answered 12/13/2013

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Ignore: Be prepared + avoid raw foods + drinking quality bottled h2o = healthy/enjoyable travels.

Answered 12/25/2013

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

Ignore: Create an itinerary that you follow and give to others you've left behind! be safe!

Answered 1/17/2014

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

Specializes in Nutrition

Ignore: Never leave your bags unattended. Always keep your wallet and purse inside your jacket or coat.

Answered 1/26/2014

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Dr. Martin Fried answered

Specializes in Nutrition

Ignore: Eat a well balanced breakfast every day to have the energy to start the day.

Answered 1/26/2014

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Ignore: Exercise to improve your brain, health, strenght and mood.

Answered 3/7/2014

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Ignore: Pre-plan your fluids. Wash hands. Cook food. Trust your gut. Language. Planning. Smile.

Answered 7/30/2014

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Ignore: Around the world, yes Same sleep, same diet, same meds Return home healthy.

Answered 11/14/2018

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