According to our Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Michelle Nathan, “The higher you go, the “thinner” the air gets, and when you go too high too fast, your body cannot get the oxygen it needs.” Whether you’re traveling for business in Mexico City, taking a break from studying near Machu Picchu, or even doing some camping… Read more »
Did you know that heat can have a negative effect on the potency of both prescription and over-the-counter drugs? To make sure your medications stay safe in warmer temperatures, here’s some advice from On Calls Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Michelle Nathan: Keep medicines in a cool, dry place—despite the name, the medicine cabinet is… Read more »
Did you know that many medications can have negative effects on the skin when it’s exposed to ultraviolet light? This condition, also known as photosensitivity, can cause symptoms ranging from itchiness to an uncomfortable rash, burns and blisters. If fun in the sun is on your summer travel agenda, don’t miss this list of… Read more »
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 »
Are your students aware of the resources they should have, or can turn to, once they’re in their designated study abroad countries? Help your students plan for a healthy, safe, and productive trip abroad with our study abroad survival guide: Destination Knowledge: Effective study abroad preparation is only as good as the destination information your institution… Read more »
It’s no secret that more Americans are venturing to Cuba due to loosened restrictions and the reopening of the U.S. embassy earlier this year. In fact, according to Business Insider, the island has seen close to 40% more American visitors since this time period last year. With so many organizations and higher education institutions taking… Read more »
One of the most overlooked travel illnesses is deep vein thrombosis, aka DVT. Roughly 1 in 1,000 people will experience DVT each year, and research has shown that anyone sitting in one place for longer than four hours, such as during a long flight, can be at risk. The CDC is working to raise awareness,… Read more »
In 2013, there were 198 million cases of malaria and over 500,000 deaths. Malaria is prevalent throughout the world in tropical and subtropical countries, particularly Africa and South America. And while the disease can be fully treated if caught early enough, there are actually several preventative measures travelers can take to prevent Malaria in the… Read more »
The kids are out of school, work has slowed down, and the weather couldn’t be better…ah, summer is finally upon us! Have fun and don’t forget to check out our advice for staying safe, healthy (and sane!) this summer travel season: Your Guide to Hassle-Free Summer Business Travel Don’t Let Summer Weather Delay Your… Read more »
The results are in from our latest MERS travel survey and turns out, we’re a pretty cautious bunch. More than 70% of Americans say they would cancel a trip to South Korea due to the current MERS outbreak. This is despite international health authorities, such as the CDC and the WHO, reassuring the public that… Read more »