Summary: Contributor Sheryl Kraft outlines the risks, symptoms, and preventive measures for deep vein thrombosis during travel. DVT occurs when a blood clot forms in a large vein, which can trigger a life-threatening pulmonary embolism if it travels to the lungs. Although overall risk during long-distance flights is low, factors like immobility, dehydration, age, and…
Experiencing jet lag is almost inevitable after most long haul flights but there are some simple ways to minimize the effects.
Consumer advocate and journalist Christopher Elliott offers advice wisdom and tip on travel safety, how to travel safer.
Understandably, vacation constipation is a common but seldom spoken-about travel malady. A common fruit might get things moving!
The New Normal: A Roadmap to Resilience in the Pandemic Era is the latest book by ABC News chief medical correspondent Jennifer Ashton, MD, MS. This timely and relevant book was published earlier this month (William Morrow, February 2021). Authoritative but easy-to-read, the book covers many aspects of our changed lives post-pandemic—including sleep, fitness, diet,…
Put quite simply, traveler’s diarrhea is nothing more than having one or more unformed stools while traveling. Here are 5 things you should know about this common ailment.
The FDA recently warned consumers about risks of the misuse of Imodium for travelers’ diarrhea. Taking more than four 2 mg pills per day can pose serious health risks.
Experts offer advice on how travelers over 50 can avoid or minimize the risk of falls when traveling.
If you think Zika virus should only be a concern of travelers of childbearing age, you’re mistaken.