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TIPS
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Travel Warnings |
Before you travel internationally, be sure to visit the State Department's website concerning travel warnings. The page is updated as needed by the government and is a valuable tool for those traveling overseas. The State Department also has a separate site for medical information while traveling.
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Centers for Disease Control |
No one is more current with health issues than the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. www.cdc.gov/travel
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New Immigrant to the U.S.? |
Are You a New Immigrant to the United States? One of the several major requirements is an understand of the Social Security system. This site is a must. www.ssa.gov/SSA_Home.html.
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Preventing Dehydration |
Climate and physical exertion affect the traveler’s need for fluids—if you’re in a warmer climate or exerting yourself and perspiring more than you do at home, you will need to drink more fluids. Additionally, travelers to some developing countries where tap water is unsafe might not drink as much as usual because they are advised only to drink bottled or boiled water. Remember—hydration is important at every climate, not just warm ones. For example, if you’re in a cooler climate and develop traveler’s diarrhea, you should be concerned about becoming dehydrated and drink plenty of fluids.
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On-the-Go Nutrition |
When you’re on the road, maintaining a healthy diet may not be as easy as it seems. Be sure to get protein from safe sources, such as eggs, tofu, beans, lentils and nuts. Protein helps build up your body’s strength, especially if you’ve experienced liver problems, have lost weight or have been sick. Try to eat five servings of fruit and vegetables per day to get the vitamins your body needs. Eat fruit you can peel, such as bananas, oranges and mangoes.
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