Travel Health

At last - it's time for that well-deserved sunny vacation. To make sure that illness doesn't spoil your fun, read our practical pointers on avoiding some common infections and other travel ailments and staying healthy.
It's in the water!
Even in crystal-clear mountain streams or chlorinated swimming pools, invisible creatures are lurking that can make you sick. What are these "bugs," and how can you avoid them? read more >
Medication on vacation
If you're on any medications, don't forget to take them with you when you leave home. Find out how to manage your medications and stay healthy on the road. read more >
Motion sickness
Whoever said "getting there is half the fun" obviously didn't suffer from motion sickness - or have kids who got it! But you don't have to let motion sickness ruin your next trip. Whether you're travelling by car, boat, train, or plane, prevention really is the best medicine. read more >
Tick trouble
When you're enjoying the great outdoors, getting bitten by ticks can be more than just a nuisance. Ticks can spread a variety of illnesses, of which Lyme disease is the most common. What can you do to protect yourself? read more >



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