Air Travel Health Tips
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Most people don't have any problems when they fly, but it's possible to make airplane travel safer and more comfortable. Here are some tips:
* Carry enough of all of your medicines in your carry-on luggage. Ask your doctor whether you should change your dosages if your eating and sleeping times will change at your destination. Bring enough medicine to last your whole trip. Take extra medicine with you in case your return trip is delayed.
* If you have diabetes or epilepsy, carry a notification and identification card (such as the "Diabetes Alert Card" from the American Diabetes Association). Have the name and phone number of your doctor with you in case of an emergency. Remember to bring along the names and dosages of all of your medicines.
* The air in airplanes is dry, so drink nonalcoholic, decaffeinated beverages and water to avoid becoming dehydrate
Air Travel Health Tips
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The biggest danger of DVT is that a clot will break free and lodge in one of the pulmonary arteries supplying blood to the lungs. This potentially fatal condition is called pulmonary embolism. Symptoms include rapid breathing, pain when breathing, shortness of breath, chest pain that travels up to the shoulder, fever, and fainting. It is a medical emergency. Air travelers can do several things to reduce their risk:
* If you’re not at risk for bleeding and can tolerate aspirin, take a baby aspirin (81 milligrams) one-half hour before takeoff.
* Wear loose clothing and comfortable shoes.
* Avoid crossing your legs while seated.
* Get up from your seat and walk up and down the aisle at least once an hour. If you’re pregnant, request an aisle seat so that you can get up easily.
* Drink at least 8 ounces of water every hour or two and avoid alcohol, caffeinated beverages, and salty foods.
* Keep the space under the seat in front of you empty so you can exercise your feet and ankles occasionally.
Thanks
The biggest danger of DVT is that a clot will break free and lodge in one of the pulmonary arteries supplying blood to the lungs. This potentially fatal condition is called pulmonary embolism. Symptoms include rapid breathing, pain when breathing, shortness of breath, chest pain that travels up to the shoulder, fever, and fainting. It is a medical emergency. Air travelers can do several things to reduce their risk:
* If you’re not at risk for bleeding and can tolerate aspirin, take a baby aspirin (81 milligrams) one-half hour before takeoff.
* Wear loose clothing and comfortable shoes.
* Avoid crossing your legs while seated.
* Get up from your seat and walk up and down the aisle at least once an hour. If you’re pregnant, request an aisle seat so that you can get up easily.
* Drink at least 8 ounces of water every hour or two and avoid alcohol, caffeinated beverages, and salty foods.
* Keep the space under the seat in front of you empty so you can exercise your feet and ankles occasionally.
Thanks
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Re: Air Travel Health Tips
If you are want to enjoy your holidays away from home/city/country so healthy travel is the most important. Before traveling you have to meet your doctor and get some advice and medicine that is really helpful for making your trip enjoyable and stress-free.
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Re: Air Travel Health Tips
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Most people don't have any problems when they fly, but it's possible to make airplane travel safer and more comfortable. Here are some tips:
Carry enough of all of your medicines in your carry-on luggage. Ask your doctor whether you should change your dosages if your eating and sleeping times will change at your destination. Bring enough medicine to last your whole trip. Take extra medicine with you in case your return trip is delayed.
If you have diabetes or epilepsy, carry a notification and identification card (such as the "Diabetes Alert Card" from the American Diabetes Association). Have the name and phone number of your doctor with you in case of an emergency. Remember to bring along the names and dosages of all of your medicines.
The air in airplanes is dry, so drink nonalcoholic, decaffeinated beverages and water to avoid becoming dehydrated.
Thanks
Most people don't have any problems when they fly, but it's possible to make airplane travel safer and more comfortable. Here are some tips:
Carry enough of all of your medicines in your carry-on luggage. Ask your doctor whether you should change your dosages if your eating and sleeping times will change at your destination. Bring enough medicine to last your whole trip. Take extra medicine with you in case your return trip is delayed.
If you have diabetes or epilepsy, carry a notification and identification card (such as the "Diabetes Alert Card" from the American Diabetes Association). Have the name and phone number of your doctor with you in case of an emergency. Remember to bring along the names and dosages of all of your medicines.
The air in airplanes is dry, so drink nonalcoholic, decaffeinated beverages and water to avoid becoming dehydrated.
Thanks
Re: Air Travel Health Tips
Hi
Most people don't have any problems when they fly, but it's possible to make airplane travel safer and more comfortable. Here are some tips:
Carry enough of all of your medicines in your carry-on luggage. Ask your doctor whether you should change your dosages if your eating and sleeping times will change at your destination. Bring enough medicine to last your whole trip. Take extra medicine with you in case your return trip is delayed.
If you have diabetes or epilepsy, carry a notification and identification card (such as the "Diabetes Alert Card" from the American Diabetes Association). Have the name and phone number of your doctor with you in case of an emergency. Remember to bring along the names and dosages of all of your medicines.
The air in airplanes is dry, so drink nonalcoholic, decaffeinated beverages and water to avoid becoming dehydrated.
Thanks
Most people don't have any problems when they fly, but it's possible to make airplane travel safer and more comfortable. Here are some tips:
Carry enough of all of your medicines in your carry-on luggage. Ask your doctor whether you should change your dosages if your eating and sleeping times will change at your destination. Bring enough medicine to last your whole trip. Take extra medicine with you in case your return trip is delayed.
If you have diabetes or epilepsy, carry a notification and identification card (such as the "Diabetes Alert Card" from the American Diabetes Association). Have the name and phone number of your doctor with you in case of an emergency. Remember to bring along the names and dosages of all of your medicines.
The air in airplanes is dry, so drink nonalcoholic, decaffeinated beverages and water to avoid becoming dehydrated.
Thanks
Re: Air Travel Health Tips
# Avoid crossing your legs while seated.
# Get up from your seat and walk up and down the aisle at least once an hour. If you’re pregnant, request an aisle seat so that you can get up easily.
# Drink at least 8 ounces of water every hour or two and avoid alcohol, caffeinated beverages, and salty foods.
# Keep the space under the seat in front of you empty so you can exercise your feet and ankles occasionally.
# If you have any risk factors for deep-vein blood clots, consult your clinician. She or he may suggest support socks or stockings.
# Get up from your seat and walk up and down the aisle at least once an hour. If you’re pregnant, request an aisle seat so that you can get up easily.
# Drink at least 8 ounces of water every hour or two and avoid alcohol, caffeinated beverages, and salty foods.
# Keep the space under the seat in front of you empty so you can exercise your feet and ankles occasionally.
# If you have any risk factors for deep-vein blood clots, consult your clinician. She or he may suggest support socks or stockings.