Tag Archives: travel and health

Staying Healthy on Trips Abroad

Whenever I watch those Food Network shows following people on their exotic food eating adventures I often wonder if they ever sample dishes that have made them sick. In a previous blog I shared with you what happened to my brother the last time he got thirsty in Bali. And his story is not unique. Sampling local cuisine from the far ends of the planet is one of the most satisfying aspects of foreign travel. But while the delicious scents may draw you in and your palate might enjoy the culinary masterpieces, your stomach may not always be happy with … Continue reading →

Travel and Your Health: Long Flights And Blood Clots

I had never heard of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or pulmonary embolism (PE) until the death of NBC news correspondent David Bloom. The newsman died of the condition while he was covering the war in Iraq four years ago. Now the World Health Organization has issued a warning to all travelers regarding long flights and DVT. The U.N. agency is recommending that passengers on flights that exceed four hours exercise their legs and avoid taking sleeping pills to reduce the risk of potentially fatal blood clots. Doctors say deep vein thrombosis, which occurs when a blood clot in the extremities … Continue reading →

Travel Tips For Allergy Sufferers

The countdown to summer vacation is on and if you are like most families you are likely planning a family trip to somewhere fun and fabulous. Unfortunately, if you have allergies or asthma, the symptoms travel with you. Two of my brothers have asthma and I have severe allergies so our family trips usually meant schlepping around backpacks filled with various medications. If you have children with allergies or asthma or you suffer from the condition, it is important to plan ahead for any changes in the environment that may affect your allergies or asthma. Prior to leaving on extended … Continue reading →