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First Aid Kit for the Traveler

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

first aid kit for traveler

A first aid kit
1. Analgesics. Paracetamol, Aspirin …
2. Antihistamines for allergies, bites.
3. Insect repellent (especially in rural areas, Field, etc.).
4. Cure materials: plaster, gauze, bandages, antiseptic Betadine type, cristalmina …
5. Anti-inflammatory cream for sprains, muscle aches, etc..
6. Some anti-diarrheal Tanagel ..
7. Protective sunscreens.
8. Specific medication prescribed by the physician staff from ormeprazol, ziloric, etc.. (often not easy to find in countries of destination).

The country of destination or the characteristics of the area will determine a first aid kit with other components. Consult your doctor. Keep the kit out of reach of children

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Travel and Health

Monday, January 11th, 2010

travel and health

A trip can become a nightmare instead of a pleasure for some minor incidents can become very annoying and even some gravity (shots). Should be proactive. We collect some tips.

Vaccination and other precautions. If you are traveling to certain countries with irrigation, should be planned well in advance, as there are certain vaccines that require time to develop immunity. We must be clear about the risks of the specific area to which it is (not the same Sao Paulo in Brazil to its Amazon jungle). These risks must take precautions against yellow fever and typhoid, hepatitis A and B, malaria, etc.. In Spain, Overseas Health (under the Ministry of Health) reports on the subject, the site of the WHO international vaccination is also very useful. We must be clear if you need vaccines and deadlines.

Water. Drinking tap water in some countries causes serious imbalances in the health of travelers. Precautions should be careful with cubes, are even washing teeth!. Also worth noting that although the boiled water is better, this does not always eliminate the problems.

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