Travel Safety & Health

Sea sickness is a form of motion sickness that causes headaches, dizziness, nausea and vomiting. A person's senses usually work in unison to establish equilibrium. Sea sickness occurs when two or...

Flying can create many issues when it comes to the sinuses. The sinus cavity is highly sensitive to pressure changes, environmental changes and changes in humidity. When you fly, you will...

Alright, its that time of year. You are going to be on the road for the holidays to see family and friends once again. But you are you prepared for the trip?

Simple to advanced First-Aid Kits can easily be put together from scratch. The advantage of making your own kit is that you can customize it to your personal needs, and it will generally cost you...

Often times traveling overseas can be exhilarating, frustrating and a bit scary. In this short "how to" my aim is to lessen the frustration and scary part, so that you can fully enjoy...

If you have ever experienced ear pain during an airplane flight take-off, you know how unbearable it can be. About one third of fliers have endured intense discomfort, and some even experience...

Every year 43,000 people are killed and 2.9 million are injured during automobile accidents according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Learn how to avoid distractions while...

When it is time to get out the camper trailer and hit the great outdoors, you want to make sure you do a safety check before you get on the open road. Hauling a camper seems like an easy...

A dog about to attack you is one of the scariest things there is. Vacations can bring you face-to-face with a stray dog, especially in less-developed parts of the world, where dogs often roam...

As in any big city around the world, Istanbul and other large Turkish cities are subject to street crime. Pickpockets, bag snatchers, bag slashers, con artists and muggers are all present on the...

If you are on prescription pain medications, you may be concerned about your ability to carry your medicine during travel. Despite heightened security restrictions, prescription medications may be...

If you are a regular airline flyer and have a little bit of an issue settling your stomach during a flight, this article is for you! Dealing with flying in this day in age can be hassle in itself...

Traveling by plane takes a toll on the body. Whether it's an eight-hour flight or a short two-hour flight, the stress of traveling and the exposure to recycled air can result in possible...

Most people don’t realize that they engage in a very dangerous activity each day…Driving! Traffic fatalities are a tragic, leading cause of death, especially of young people. In fact, according...

Despite its well-publicized problems with drug violence, Mexico is still quite safe, especially in smaller towns and cities away from the border and northwest trouble zones. Even so, it is...

Unequal ear pressure can come from one of two things: an ear infection or altitude change. Altitude changes occur while traveling up or down mountains, during under- water activities, while and...

Traveling by air is one of the safest and fastest methods of getting to a destination. But discomfort in your ear tubes can make a flight miserable, especially if you are traveling with small...

We get so accustomed to our environments that sometimes, if we don't have the familiar sounds and feels of home around us, it can be difficult to fall asleep. Strange noises, too much or too...

Right tanning is a social and economic challenge for people spending summers on the beach. Every year there are enough people returning from their summer holidays roasted and toasted not according...

Living in the midwest my entire life I am not foreign to packing up my car for cold winter travel. Some of the winter travel plans have been made during sub zero temperatures with intense wind...

Stop insects and avoid bites, naturally. Humanity has coped with the necessary evil known as the insect world for millions of years. We've invented numerous effective ways of warding these...

If you are planning to travel by vehicle, you'll probably visit a rest stop before you arrive at your destination. But be careful; danger can lurk at the very place where you are seeking rest.

Used to be when you heard about pirates, you conjured images of Blackbeard, the Jolly Roger flag or most recently, the dashing ne’er-do-well Captain Jack Sparrow from "Pirates of the Caribbean."...

Airplane ear, or barotrauma, is stress placed on your eardrum when the air pressure inside of your ear and the air pressure in your surrounding environment is out of balance. The fast changes in...

Traveling to Africa can raise a host of fears about your health, but there is no need to panic. Armed with common sense, proper vaccinations, smart ways to avoid jet leg and a good supply of...

Darvocet and Parafon Forte are two widely prescribed pain medications. Understanding pain medication can be confusing, especially when there are so many different types available. If you are...

Physically defending yourself isn't easy when you haven't had many fights or much self defense training. Sometimes you must and if that time comes these tips will help you be more prepared.

Navigating the busy streets of China's capital can be intimidating for any visitor, especially if you don't speak Mandarin. Locating a Western pharmacy is even more of a challenge due to the...

It could happen at any time, your car could lose control and slip into a lake, ocean, or stream and you need to be prepared on how to handle the situation. Here is how to get out of the car before...

Transporting a fresh bouquet of flowers on an airplane is easy to do if you are traveling domestically. With proper planning and preparation, you can arrive at your destination with the flowers...

When traveling, there should always be basic safety rules to follow, whether it is traveling alone or traveling with children. These rules allow travelers to avoid running into trouble.

Due to more than 15 years of almost unrelenting civil unrest and violence in the streets, the United States Department of State's warning against all travel to Somalia remains in effect. Mogadishu...

Sitting for any prolonged period, such as on a long airline flight, can help cause blood clots to form in the deep veins of your legs. This is called deep vein thrombosis (DVT).

Many years ago when I was still married, my husband and I spent a weekend at Edisto Beach, SC. It was beautiful. There is a wall at this beach that goes into the ocean. I was told not to go on the...

The following are some general health tips to help you stay healthy when traveling by air.

Oregon's Crater Lake is a caldera created by the collapse of a volcano 7,700 years ago. The lake and surrounding area is preserved as Crater Lake National Park. Visitors may hike, boat, drive, ski...

If you are planning a trip for medical reasons or suddenly find yourself needing a surgeon for immediate care while in a foreign country, knowing how to find the specialist you need will make a...

Your beach bags are packed, rafts are inflated and coolers are filled with snacks and drinks. But before the beach adventure begins, make sure that you also know the following beach safety tips.

Rattlesnakes are venomous snakes that can be found under rocks on hills and mountains. They live in dry areas and will attack when they feel threatened or are hungry. They are seen most often...

Pepper spray is made from oleoresin capsicum, a derivative of hot cayenne peppers. Contact with pepper spray causes burning of the skin, coughing and temporary blindness. Alana Henley of the...

Traveling with kids can be stressful. The key to a successful road trip is planning ahead. When the kids are occupied, the drive is more pleasant and safer for all!

I know most of us when moving dishes from one house to another or a different location, worry how many are going to break. The simple solution is to get a bucket, fill it with water and sink your...

Getting health care away from home involves several additional steps and challenges when compared to going to your local hospital. You not only have to figure out which doctor and hospital to...

Under the Federal Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, travelers are strongly discouraged from bringing any prescription medications from Mexico into the United States. There are strict restrictions...

I'm currently in a small town situation and it has become abundantly clear that street-crossing is a skill that doesn't exist in pseudo-rural America. I've never seen so many individuals...

Cruising is one of the most popular and exciting ways to travel. You get the beauty of the ocean combined with all your amenities--gourmet food, exciting entertainment, on-board activities, and...

Travelers are not required to have special health insurance, but the U.S. Department of State strongly recommends international travelers invest in health insurance covering the duration of their...

A pacemaker is a small electrical unit that is surgically implanted underneath the skin. The pacemaker sends short electrical shocks to the heart to regulate an irregular beating heart or speed up...

About to move cross country, but don't want to deal with the hassle of renting a truck or hiring movers? Then this article is for you!