Are you one of the millions of people in the U.S. with diabetes? If you are, that doesn’t mean you can’t travel! Yes, it’s true—changes in meal patterns, activity levels, and time zones can affect your blood sugar levels, but with some good planning, your trip can still be safe, fun, and hassle-free. Whether you’re hitting… Read more »
Author: Christa Danisewicz
Travel Risk Management 101: Working Effectively With Your Organization’s Emergency Assistance Provider
This article was submitted by guest contributor, Marcia Henisz, former Senior Director of International Health, Safety and Security at Drexel University and Principal and Founder of SASSIE Consulting. Her work focuses on the management and mitigation of international risk for academic travelers, including helping clients with incident response, strategy, policy development and education of travelers…. Read more »
Travel Health Update With On Call’s Chief Medical Officer: COVID-19 Boosters
As COVID-19 regulations continue to ease across the globe, many travelers are looking for enhanced protection against the disease. According to On Call’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Nathan, “Staying up to date on vaccines, including boosters, is the most effective way to prevent serious illness from COVID-19. Since vaccine protection decreases over time, getting a… Read more »
Helping Travelers, Every Day: Security Evacuations in Hong Kong
From medical emergencies to security concerns—or any other travel issue big or small—here at On Call, the health and safety of the travelers we serve is our top priority. Read our latest case study for an inside look at how On Call’s Global Assistance Teams work around the clock to fulfill our mission of helping… Read more »
Helping Travelers, Every Day: Security Assistance in Myanmar
From medical emergencies to security concerns—or any other travel issue big or small—here at On Call, the health and safety of the travelers we serve is our top priority. Read our latest case study for an inside look at how On Call’s Global Assistance Teams work around the clock to fulfill our mission of helping… Read more »
Monthly Risk Spotlight: September 2022
AMERICAS Upcoming Presidential Election in Brazil After four years with Jair Bolsonaro as President, Brazil is scheduled to hold elections on Sunday, October 2 to select a new President. This vote, which also elects the National Congress and take place simultaneously with state legislative/executive elections, looms large as two controversial candidates compete to be reelected…. Read more »
Travel Risk Management 101: What is an Emergency Action Plan?
Before an organization sends travelers overseas, it is essential to have disaster and emergency response protocols in place. When travelers are involved in a crisis, several organizational decisions are necessary to help ensure a response is carried out in a timely and effective manner. This becomes even more vital when travelers are headed to high-risk… Read more »
Helping Travelers Every Day: Global Emergency Assistance Snapshot
From medical and security emergencies to more common concerns like a delayed flight or missing passport—here at On Call, every phone call (or live chat, text, or email!) we receive is an opportunity to help someone get prepared for travel or solve a problem while they’re away. Read our latest global emergency assistance snapshot for… Read more »
Female Traveler Safety: Preparation Tips and Strategies
Female travelers can face unique security risks when traveling, and mitigating those risks begins prior to departure. Share this helpful information with your female travelers headed abroad to help ensure their trips are safe and successful. Note: Regardless of gender or sexual orientation, anyone can take the advice in this piece, but those who identify… Read more »
Monthly Risk Spotlight: August 2022
AMERICAS Domestic Spending and Global Factors Force Economic Crisis on Argentina On 28 July it was announced that Argentina was about to swear in its third Minister of Economy in less than a month. The announcement comes after the original minister resigned citing a lack of political support and the second was removed just three… Read more »