Tips for travelers with a disability – they will need to make sure in advance that their needs can be accommodated while traveling and should consider the following:
- Make arrangements for wheelchairs, guide dogs, and seating needs well in advance.
- Find out about the medical facilities in the areas you will be visiting.
- Get a letter from your doctor detailing your medical requirements or conditions.
- Carry a Medic-alert tag.
Things to remember:
- Overseas travelers have a 50 percent chance of suffering from a travel-related illness.
- The most common travel-related sickness is gastrointestinal infection which is generally picked up from poorly prepared food and untreated water.
- Have a medical check-up to make sure you are healthy before you travel.
- Discuss vaccinations with your doctor.
- Be prepared and aware of health issues when traveling.
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