Articles on Traveling Safety

How to Travel with HIV Medication

By JanCast2007

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It is so easy to blindly assume that someone who is HIV positive is someone that has to stop living life and stop pursuing a normal life. This cannot be farther from the truth and statistics are reflecting that people who are HIV positive are ... more »

How to Acquire a Bodyguard

By eHow Health Editor

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There are two reasons for hiring a bodyguard: You need protection or you want to look like someone who needs protection. If you're in the second group, simply locate a large guy with a suit, shades and one of those little ear radios. If you ... more »

How to Avoid Traveler's Diarrhea

By eHow Travel Editor

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When visiting areas with poor sanitation, avoid traveler's diarrhea by taking extra precautions with water and food... more »

How to Be a Responsible Host on New Year's Eve

By Sendblock

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Hosting a New Year's Eve party can be great fun. As the host, however, you have a responsibility to see to it that, in addition to having a great time, your guests arrive home safely... more »

How to Build Your Own First Aid Kit

By thndrstrck63

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Your first aid kit can be small or large. A small one could contain the minimum: band aids, ointment and antiseptic. A larger one could have everything from band aids to a blood pressure cuff. You should create one for your car as well as your ... more »

How to Bundle up for Warmth

By kjones83

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When the weather gets cold, staying warm is important. By following these tips, you can have fun and stay safe when the snow starts to fall... more »

How to Fall Without Getting Hurt

By Ryn Gargulinski

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No matter how carefully we tread, once in awhile we’re going to fall down. The trick is to do it properly, without looking like a total idiot and, most importantly, without getting hurt. You’ll have milliseconds to execute the steps below, so ... more »

How to Get Immunizations for Fiji

By eHow Health Editor

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With over 300 islands, Fiji is a diver's paradise as well as a hot honeymooner's destination. Miles of white-sand beaches and coral reefs make Fiji a vacation paradise. There are no health risks you need to be concerned about. Just make sure you ... more »

How to Protect Yourself if your Wallet is Stolen and Other Security Measures

By Ursula Anderson

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I recieved an email from a friend with advice from an anonymous attorney about how to protect oneself from the worst aspects of losing one's wallet, along with other good ideas for identity security. The advice was so good, I felt that it would ... more »

How to Safely Move a Patient or Loved One in a Wheelchair.

By Treciagayle

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Moving a patient or loved one in a wheelchair is a very serious endeavor, and not something to take lightly. Anytime you are taking responsibility for another person, you must be extra careful. This article will assist you to do the task as ... more »

How to Treat Jet Lag

By eHow Travel Editor

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Flying across numerous time zones can affect travelers for days. Try the following tips to speed up the adjustment process... more »

How to Appreciate Road Kill

By Beren deMotier

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Those dead bodies littering the highway don’t have to be a cause of dismay to you and your young ones—they can become part of family road trip fun! Don’t avert your eyes; take a look, and follow these steps to learn how to appreciate road kill... more »

How to Avoid an Attack or Fight Back Against an Aggressor

By alienangel555

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There may come a time where you need to fight someone off who is attacking you. You may also feel unsafe going out to certain places on your own. Approximately 1 out of 10 women will be assaulted at some point in their lives. Most women do not ... more »

How to Be Safe From Fire in a Hotel or Motel

By eHow Travel Editor

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Knowing your fire exits and fire safety when on vacation is just as important as it is at home. When staying in new hotels and motels, the first thing you should do upon entering your room is take a few minutes to go over the fire exit plan... more »

How to Build a Lean-to

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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This easy-to-build shelter will help you stay warm and dry in the wilderness... more »

How to Choose a Helmet for Bicycle Commuting

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Hopefully you'll never need to test a helmet's limits, but a good comfortable fit will make wearing one an easy habit to get into... more »

How to Get Immunizations Needed Before Traveling to Guatemala

By eHow Health Editor

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Guatemala is characterized by tropical rainforest and Mayan cities. Crime against foreigners and health-related risks are both present in this developing country. There is limited medical care outside the cities and medical supply shortages is a ... more »

How to Get Out of Quicksand

By eHow Health Editor

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If you want to get out of quicksand, forget what you’ve seen in the movies. Quicksand is not nature’s human trap. You’re not going to get sucked under unless you’ve got a lot of heavy stuff strapped to you. Quicksand behaves a lot like water, so ... more »

How to Jaywalk Without Getting Hit

By Ryn Gargulinski

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Anyone who is in a hurry, being chased by a murderer or just too lazy to walk to the nearest crosswalk can benefit from the fine art of jaywalking. You’ll want to know, however, that no police are around to ticket you and how to jaywalk without ... more »

How to Not Get Ripped Off at New Orleans Jazz Fest

By Melissa Maroff

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A big event like Jazz Fest is going to attract scammers, rip-off artists and just plain not nice folks…that’s a given. But you don’t have to be their next victim. There are various warning signals and precautions to take to help you come out of ... more »

How to Prevent Cholera

By eHow Health Editor

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An acute bacterial infection, cholera causes severe diarrhoea and can lead to life threatening dehydration. Cholera is rare in the U.S. and other industrialized nations. But if you're traveling to parts of Africa, Latin America or Asia, where ... more »

How to Protect Yourself if You're a Woman Traveling Alone

By eHow Travel Editor

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More women are now choosing to travel solo than ever before. It's a great way to see the world, but here are a few safety precautions to consider as you plan your dream vacation... more »

How to Protect Yourself In An Earthquake

By L1onherd

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In any emergency on should always be prepared. It’s very important that you understand how to protect yourself as well as your loved ones... more »

How to Survive a Mountain Lion Attack

By Melissa Maroff

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Although mountain lions are generally wary of humans, they have been known to attack on occasion. The cause is not normally known—could be due to hunger, disease, protecting their young—or various other reasons. To fend off an attack, there are ... more »

How to Survive a New York Winter

By Ryn Gargulinski

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Winter in the Big Apple can be a big, depressing hassle unless you go into it with the right attitude, not to mention a hefty pair of gloves. Fashion should not go out the window, but it should also not include anything with fabrics that get ... more »

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