Vacations are knocking on the door. In a little while, the great migration of people will begin, to domestic and foreign destinations. Let's not let poor health spoil all those long-awaited pleasures during vacation.
If you regularly carry out a systematic examination, then a month to a month and a half before the trip is a good time to do it.
Doctors can detect a potential medical problem and advise you on what to do if it does occur. If you are taking any medication, your doctor will prescribe enough to last you through your entire holiday away from your place of residence (if you wear glasses, it would be a good idea to bring a spare!).
When planning your vacation destination, preventive medical planning must play a role. People with heart or lung problems, for example, should avoid countries at high altitudes. Plan, don't exhaust yourself
Exhaustion from constant travel is probably a tourist's worst enemy, so it's a good idea to plan a day or two off each week to "refuel" and write all those postcards you've been collecting.
"Seasickness," the motion sickness that has plagued travelers since ancient times, has been largely brought under control. It is most often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, sweating and pallor.
It is a reaction to a special way of moving: sailing by sea, flying by plane, driving a car, bus or similar. There are many effective anti-nausea medications. If you are traveling by boat, place yourself in it as close to the waterline as possible, where there is least rolling and pitching.
If you are on the deck, direct your gaze towards the horizon to reduce dizziness.
Try to lie down on a lounger, placing your head back. Also, if flying makes you nauseous, tilt the seat back a little and rest your head.
Tests have shown that keeping the head tilted back, regardless of the position of the rest of the body, is the most helpful in the fight against "seasickness".
Hygiene in the first place
A common misconception is that "changing the water" is responsible for stomach and intestinal disturbances, which are often suffered by tourists and travelers when they arrive in a new area.
In 99 percent of cases, diarrhea is caused by contaminated water or food (bacteria, viruses, protozoa). It is recommended to use bottled water when traveling.
In some Middle Eastern and African countries, where hygiene standards are somewhat lower, it will not be amiss to pay more attention to the origin of milk and dairy products, meat, etc.
Try not to give your digestive system too many surprises too quickly (strong spices, sauces, etc.). Give him some time to adjust. It is advisable not to rush on fruit either, because many types of fruit have a laxative effect. Mandatory and recommended vaccinations
Vaccination against yellow fever is mandatory for most countries in central and southern Africa, as well as for South America.
For the same countries, as well as for the Far East, antimalarial protection is mandatory (take tablets with you!).
Regardless of the destination, it is always advisable to get vaccinated against hepatitis B (possible risky sex and transmission of the infection through blood!).
If traveling to countries with lower hygiene standards, vaccination against hepatitis A and typhoid is recommended.
Mild respiratory and intestinal problems are the most common complaints of tourists, which will usually respond well to drinking plenty of fluids, diet, rest and the passage of time. Understandably, in the case of a more serious illness, it is mandatory to consult a doctor.
The trip should be carefully planned in advance. It is in your own interest to get all vaccinations prescribed by law, ensure enough rest, choose food and drink wisely, take the necessary medicines with you and enjoy your annual vacation.
If Marco Polo managed to travel without all the help that is available to you, then you too will succeed.
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