April 29, 2014

Walgreens introduces destination-specific travel health services
http://www.eturbonews.com/44908/walgreens-introduces-destination-specific-travel-health-services
DEERFIELD, IL -Further expanding the scope of convenient, preventive health care services provided by its community pharmacists, Walgreens is now offering expanded travel health services, including immunizations and consultations1, to support nearly 60 ...


A Measles Outbreak In The Philippines Travels To The U.S.
http://wamc.org/post/measles-outbreak-philippines-travels-us
So people who haven't been vaccinated should be sure to tell ambulance drivers and other health-care workers to reduce the risk of spreading the virus, which can linger in the air for hours. Earlier this month, the Washington State Department of Health ...


Stay healthy when you travel from The Doctors
http://www.usatoday.com/story/life/weekend/health/doctors/2014/04/11/stay-healthy-when-you-travel-from-the-doctors/7582325/
A vacation or weekend road trip doesn't have to derail your diet. With some planning, you can eat well and stay healthy even while you travel. Pack in portions. Eat straight from the big boxes and bags, and you'll likely eat too much. Instead, separate ...


Travel insurance and extreme sports: How Canadians can protect themselves
http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/travel-insurance-and-extreme-sports-how-canadians-can-protect-themselves-1.2618483
John Thain, president of the Travel Health Insurance Association of Canada. John Thain, president of the Travel Health Insurance Association of Canada, said holiday surveys show that travellers are more prone to "risky behaviour" when on vacation abroad.


Your Questions, Travel Industry Council of Ontario, TICO: Do I need insurance ...
http://www.thestar.com/life/travel/2014/04/25/your_questions_travel_industry_council_of_ontario_tico_do_i_need_insurance_when_i_travel_in_canada.html
?Air ambulance services originating out-of-province are not an insured benefit under OHIP? says Alex Bittner, vice-president of the Travel Health Insurance Association of Canada. ?For that reason alone, it would make sense for an Ontario resident to ...


7 things you need to know about medical care on cruise ships
http://www.consumerreports.org/cro/news/2014/04/7-things-you-need-to-know-about-medical-care-on-cruise-ships/index.htm
Travel health insurance is your best protection. Consumer Reports recommends avoiding commission-driven policies sold by tour operators, cruise-line representatives, and travel agents. Instead check out an online broker, such as insuremytrip.com, that ...


Health Matters
http://www.providencejournal.com/features/lifestyle/health-fitness/20140428-health-matters.ece
More than 60 exhibits on health (including free screenings), finance, housing, rehab and travel will be featured, as well as entertainment by DJ Joe Martini, line dancing and live music. For more information, call American Health Resources at (508) 588 ...


Travel Medical Insurance: Hidden Benefits Good To Know
http://www.indiawest.com/news/316-blog-travel-medical-insurance-hidden-benefits-good-to-know.html
Undoubtedly travel medical insurance is indispensable if you are planning a trip overseas ? whether to meet a relative or to spend some leisure time. Things may go wrong and unforeseen incidents and mishaps can occur anywhere, anytime, but you must be ...