TravelMedicine 101

by Ivana De Domenico

Prepare for theHoliday

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With the holidays fast-approaching ,

many people will be hitting the road orsky to be with family and fr iends . Whiletraveling is meant to be a fun adventure(who doesn ’t get excited about seeingnew places and having some time tokick back?) there are some things youshould know before you go in regards towhat to bring . 01

Put Safety First .

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It is especially important to make sureyou’re covered with all of the medicinesand first aid pieces you’ll need for a safeand enjoyable vacation. Packing theseessentials with the whole family in mindtakes it to another level.

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To simplify the process andmake it as painless aspossible (after all , you wantto have fun ! ) I ’ve compiled alist of dos and don ’ts forkeeping both yourself andyour family safe while onvacation .

Do : Make a l ist

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List the medicines (prescriptions ,

supplements , vitamins , etc . ) everyone inyour family will need and check it off asyou pack these items . A basic travel f irstaid kit should include all of your andyour family ’s prescriptions ,

hydrocortisone cream for bug bites andrashes , Tylenol , band aids ,

antihistamines for allergic reactions ,

alcohol wipes , and small scissors .

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Do : CheckVaccinations

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List the medicines (prescriptions ,

supplements , vitamins , etc . ) everyone inyour family will need and check it off asyou pack these items . A basic travel f irstaid kit should include all of your andyour family ’s prescriptions ,

hydrocortisone cream for bug bites andrashes , Tylenol , band aids ,

antihistamines for allergic reactions ,

alcohol wipes , and small scissors .

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Don ’t : Go shoeless .

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Wear slippers or socks in hotel roomsand , it may go without saying , but besure to wear shoes outdoors . Parasiticinfections are common in somecountries , and in general , kids are morelikely to put their hands and feet intheir mouths , so bring along some handsanitizer or hand wipes !

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Don ’t : Drink waterthat 's notpotable .

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Use boiled or bottled water foreverything i f the water is not safe fordrinking .

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Don ’t worry !

. . .and don ’t forgetto have fun !

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With these simple precautions in mind ,

you and your family are sure to have anexciting vacation and make somepriceless memories !

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