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		<title>Important International Health Care Tips for Travelers</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[International travelers that are planning to travel abroad to another country must make enough preparations for their health so that they won’t face any problem while at the foreign country. If you are going to a third world country, it is important that you get yourself immunized against all kinds of illnesses. By getting the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>International travelers that are planning to travel abroad to another country must make enough preparations for their health so that they won’t face any problem while at the foreign country. If you are going to a third world country, it is important that you get yourself immunized against all kinds of illnesses. By getting the proper immunizations, you will be able to protect yourself from illnesses such as malaria, dengue fever, cholera, and etc. You can get all your immunizations from the local doctor. Even if you have already received immunization when you are young, you still should get immunization as an adult.</p>
<p>There are several documents you need to bring when traveling abroad. You must carry a few copies of the medical records. If you are on medications, you can bring your medications on the trip. The medications should be in their original packaging. You cannot pack the medications in third party packaging because it will cause problem for the screener. By using the original bottle to pack the medication, the screener will know what kind of medication is in the bottle. </p>
<p>It is important that get enough rest before going onboard the airplane. This is especially important for people that suffer from jet lag. You can make adjustment to the watch after taking off. It is important that you drink lots of water so that you will not become dehydrated easily. You should avoid drinking beverages such as caffeine and alcohol because it will make you become dehydrated. If you want to have a sound sleep at the airplane, you should avoid taking coffee about 4 – 5 hours before sleeping.</p>
<p>Children may become a bit anxious when they are on the airplane. You can quiet your kids and calm them down by giving sweets. You can offer food that are easily digested such as canned fruits, fruit juices and etc. After you have arrived at the destination, make sure you don’t’ get a lot of sun exposure. For example, if you plan to go to the beach, you should wear sunscreen It is recommended that you use sunscreen with at least SPF 15 so that you can be effectively protected from the ultra violet ray. You should also wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from the sun. Wearing a hat can protect your hair from the sun exposure. Too much sun can damage your hair. Usually, the UV radiation is strongest at the afternoon. Therefore, it is advised that you avoid sun exposure during the afternoon.</p>
<p>In some developing countries, the water supplies are not clean. To avoid drinking contamined water, it is important that you bring your own water. Some of the water that are safe for drinking include carbonated beverage, hot tea and etc. Any water that is boiled can be drink. You should avoid eating ice creams. You should also watch the food you eat. Raw food should not be eaten as they can cause you to become poisoned. You should also avoid untreated water. Untreated water may contain viruses that spread contagious diseases to your body.</p>
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		<title>Guide to International Health Care</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 11 Jan 2012 16:55:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[International travelers must take several steps to keep themselves healthy on their trip to the foreign countries. By taking the steps to keep yourself healthy prior to traveling, you will be able to have an enjoyable stay at the destination country. Before traveling, you should get immunizations. Children and adults must get proper immunizations depending [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>International travelers must take several steps to keep themselves healthy on their trip to the foreign countries. By taking the steps to keep yourself healthy prior to traveling, you will be able to have an enjoyable stay at the destination country. Before traveling, you should get immunizations. Children and adults must get proper immunizations depending on which country you are going. There are immunizations for various kinds of diseases including tetanus, diphtheria, polio, typhoid, hepatitis A, hepatitis B and malaria. If you want to find out what kind of immunizations you need to take, you should consult your doctor. Your doctor can advise you on what immunizations you should get to protect yourself from the contagious diseases in the country.</p>
<p>If you frequently travel to countries in different time zone, there is a high chance that you will suffer from jett lag. Jet lag is common in people that frequently fly to the countries in the east. Examples of symptoms you may experience if you suffer from jet lag include stomach ache, bowel pain, sensitivity towards the light and etc. </p>
<p>Usually, your body will take 24 hours to adapt to the different time zones. Before you take flight, be sure to get an adequate amount of sleep. About 4 – 6 hours before you go to bed, you should avoid drinking caffeine. You should also stay away from alcohol as it will cause you to become dehydrated. When the airplane is flying, you should not read books. Reading books on the airplane can cause your eyes to become overstrained. Once you are in your seat, make sure you fasten the belt over it. You must make sure you know where the air sickness bag is. In this way, you will be able to grab the air sickness bag when you need them. </p>
<p>When you are on the airplane, the air you breathe is about 50% fresh. The other 50% of air are recycled. The recycled air is generated through the High Efficiency Particulate Air System. The HEPA system will filter the air properly before letting it return to the airplane cabin. As a result, the air exchange will occur every 2 &#8211; 3 minutes This means that the air exchange occurs at about 20 – 30 times every hour. Some passengers may feel uncomfortable with the low humidity. If you feel hot, you should drink lots of water and fruit juices. You should avoid drinking caffeine while on the airplane. Instead of wearing eye contacts, you should wear eyeglasses. You can apply skin moisturizer to prevent your skin from being dehydrated. </p>
<p>You should get a travel medical kit prior to traveling. The travel medical kit should include several items such as thermometer, antacids and etc. If you suffer from chronic medical conditions, it is important that you meet with your doctor at least 1 month before. Travelers should get confirmation about their immunization statuses. Travelers that are on medications must make sure that they pack all the necessary medications in the carry-on bags.</p>
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		<title>Basic Facts about International Health Care</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Jan 2012 16:52:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are planning to visit a developing country, you need to make sure that you are well prepared. There are many thing documents that you are required to bring. You must make sure that a copy of the medical history is with you. The medical history report contains information about the illnesses and diseases [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are planning to visit a developing country, you need to make sure that you are well prepared. There are many thing documents that you are required to bring. You must make sure that a copy of the medical history is with you. The medical history report contains information about the illnesses and diseases you are suffering. You should also keep a note about all the food and drug allergies. If you suffer from heart attack, it is recommended that you go for an electrocardiogram exam. You must have backup plans for emergencies. Emergencies can happen at any time. In case a health emergency occurs, you must quickly contact the doctor. Having the doctor’s telephone number with you will be handy to cope with the health emergency situation. </p>
<p>It is advised that you see a doctor and ask him about your condition before going. You must make sure that you are in a good condition to visit the country. During the appointment with the doctor, you should carry out a physical exam. The doctor will also carry out some lab tests. You must get immunized again at the clinic. The immunization that you get during childhood may not be as effective as before since you are already an adult. It is important that you pack the medications for all your illnesses. You can pack medications for one extra week. In this way, if the return flight has to be delayed, you can take the extra medications you prepared. </p>
<p>During your trip, you can reduce the chance of getting air sickness by avoiding alcohol beverage. You can overcome jetlag problem by getting enough sleep. You can readjust your eating and sleeping times to help yourself become adaptable to the time zone in the destination country. You can become easily dehydrated while in the foreign country due to hot weather. If you don’t want to be dehydrated, it is recommended that you drink lots of water. Caffeine should be avoided at least 4- 5 hours before you go to sleep. In this way, you will be able to have a sound sleep. If you are traveling with kids, you must make sure that they get vaccination against diseases such as malaria, typhoid fever and etc. Children always get excited when on the airplane. You can calm down your children by giving them pacifier or sweets.</p>
<p>To protect yourself against malaria, it is suggested that you take malaria tablet. Malaria tablet can reduce your chances of contracting malaria problem. You can spray mosquito repellent if there are a lot of mosquitoes. Not all mosquitoes carry illnesses but avoiding them will keep you safe. To avoid the mosquito bites, you can wear long sleeve shirt and long sleeve pants. In addition, you can hang a mosquito net over your bed. The mosquito net will prevent the mosquitoes from getting near you. Prior to traveling, you can get a flu shot. Flu season usually occur in between May to October in countries located in the southern hemisphere.</p>
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		<title>International Health Care – How Travelers Can Take Care of Their Health?</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:51:14 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Travelers who want to travel to foreign countries should take several health safety precautions. There are many ways you can protect your health when you are traveling abroad. You can get yourself immunized against all kinds of diseases. It is important that you get immunization for various illnesses and diseases. There are many types of vaccines you can take to protect your health. Before embarking on an international trip, it is important that you meet with the doctor first. It is important that you always look after your health while in the foreign country. This is because the foreign country may have limited public facilities. You must make sure that you are covered with an adequate amount of medical insurance. </p>
<p>When you arrive at the destination country, it is important that you reduce your exposure to the sun. Many foreigners like to expose their bodies to the sun during the hot weather. Getting your body exposed to the sun is no good because it can cause skin cancer to develop. If you don’t want to get skin cancer, you must stay away from the sun. If you want to go to the beach, you should apply sunscreen lotion. In developing countries, the water supplies are not clean. Therefore, it is not recommended that you drink it. The water in the developing country may be contaminated because of the ineffective sewage disposal system. Drinking uncooked water can cause you to suffer from diseases such as typhoid fever, polio and etc. It is important that you don’t drink beverages that are not sealed in the bottle. </p>
<p>The food you eat must be cooked. You can cook the food yourself if you are worries that the food served at the restaurants are not cooked. Dairy products that are not pasteurized are unsafe to eat. You must make sure that all the fruits are washed and peeled before you eat them. If you suffer from traveler’s diarrhea, you should get the Pepto-Bismol tablet from the local pharmacy. You should obtain pre-travel advice if you plan to live in overseas for some time. If you want to visit the developing country, be sure to bring your immunization record. You should also bring a list of medications you hope to bring. You must make sure that you have enough health insurance coverage. If you don’t have any health insurance coverage, you will be responsible for paying all the medical expenses. With health insurance coverage, you only pay a small portion of the medical fees. The medical insurance company will pay for all the medical expenses. </p>
<p>If you are bringing kids, make sure their vaccinations are up to date. If your children weight more than 5 kg, you must make sure that he takes the anti-malarial medication. If you have a cold, you should wait until the symptoms are fully gone before you embark on the trip. If you are trying to get pregnant, you should get a complete pre-travel consultation. There are a number of vaccines pregnant women can take without experiencing any health hazard.</p>
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