Spring is finally here– and with the warmer weather, many people may be looking forward to taking a break from their normal routine and going on a vacation. Whether you’re taking a plane to a beach getaway or road-tripping to a hiking destination, it’s essential to prepare your body for the trip to remain in good health. In this blog, we’ll discuss some travel health tips to help get you ready for your spring vacation.

For same-day travel health guidance, visit the walk-in clinic at AFC Urgent Care Bedfords. Our medical team specializes in making sure each individual is ready to travel– from vaccinations to treatment plans. Simply walk into the clinic today!

Tips to Stay Healthy While Traveling

1. Get Enough Sleep

Before your tip, make sure to prioritize getting enough sleep to make sure your body is well rested. Traveling can be a moderately tiring experience, so make sure to allow yourself plenty of sleep before your trip begins. It’s recommended to aim for at least eight hours of sleep per night.

2. Eat a Healthy Diet

A healthy and nutritious diet is essential for maintaining good health and energy levels. Before your trip, make sure to focus on eating a balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables. Whale traveling, it can sometimes be difficult to eat healthy, so get your grains in before you leave!

3. Stay Hydrated

Staying hydrated is crucial to our overall health, and fighting off dehydration. This is especially important if you are traveling to a warmer climate, or planning to do a lot of physical activity. Consider bringing a reusable water bottle with you.

4. Pack Appropriately

When packing for your vacation, be sure to bring any medications you may need. Additionally, pack comfortable shoes for walking and any necessary gear or equipment for your activities. If you’re headed to the beach, use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 to protect your skin.

Take Advantage of Travel Medicine & Vaccinations

Depending on what country or region you’re vacationing to, you may get exposed to illnesses or infections that you wouldn’t normally be exposed to at home. Also, if you are predisposed to having motion sickness while traveling on a plane, it’s important to discuss with a healthcare professional about your medication options. Urgent care centers are great resources for travelers to access health medicine and necessary immunizations. In fact, some countries require visitors to be properly vaccinated before entering. Be sure to do any research necessary before your trip and visit your local urgent care center for care.  

Common travel health medications and vaccinations include:

• Anti-Malaria
• Motion-Sickness
• Altitude-Sickness
• Hepatitis A & B
• Tetanus
• Yellow Fever

Visit AFC Urgent Care Bedford For Travel Health Guidance

If you are looking for a full-service urgent care center to handle all of your travel health needs, look no further than AFC Urgent Care Bedford. We recommend visiting us at least four weeks prior to your trip to ensure your vaccinations are up-to-date. We accept most major health insurances and also provide low-cost medicine and vaccinations for self-pay patients. For more information about travel health tips and the medical services we provide, please call us directly at (781) 430-8161.