As we near the end of February, one thing is at the front of many college students’ minds: spring break. A true hallmark of the college experience, spring break offers a lot of exciting opportunities to travel with your friends and make lasting memories post-graduation. However, with all of the fun that spring break has to offer, it’s equally important to prioritize your health and well-being. Unfortunately, traveling can bring about the opportunity for illness and injury. This blog will explore some ways you can stay healthy during the upcoming spring break, so you can stay focused on checking off those bucket-list adventures!
For walk-in urgent care services, visit AFC Urgent Care Boulder. Our medical team specializes in student health guidance, and has everything necessary to make sure you’re in good health before your trip! Simply walk into the clinic or book an appointment online to get started today.
What To Do Before You Go
It’s important to visit a healthcare provider before your trip–especially when traveling abroad. Remember to receive any necessary travel medications for your destination. Whether you need a polio vaccine or tetanus vaccine, AFC Boulder has you covered. Different countries may require different vaccinations or tests, including COVID-19 testing. Being aware of what vaccines you need is an important part of ensuring your trip is smooth and seamless.
If you’ve previously suffered from conditions that occur while traveling, such as motion or altitude sickness, you can visit an urgent care center to get prescription medications to alleviate symptoms. Taking advantage of the resources available at your local urgent care center can go a long way in ensuring you have a safe and healthy trip abroad.
Stay Active During Travel!
If you’re going to be sitting for long periods of time on the plane this upcoming spring break, your body might suffer as a result. Although a plane may be a difficult time to get exercise, try to get up and move around as often as you can. Before your departure, take a walk around the airport to keep your muscles loose and your circulation flowing. On the plane, remember to stretch your muscles every now and then to incorporate some movement into your day.
When you’re on the trip, remember that staying active is beneficial for your physical health. Find opportunities where you can move your body in a fun way– like surfing, hiking, or skiing – depending where you’re traveling. It can be simple and easy to stay on track toward your health goals on vacation.
Protect Yourself From Illness & Injury
When you’ve reached your destination, make sure to actively prevent any injuries or illnesses that could impact your trip. Always wash your hands with soap and water and sanitize surfaces in your hotel room. Some countries have limited water sanitation, so be safe and stick to bottled, pre-packaged water over tap. While your water choice is important, drinking enough water is important as well. Avoid dehydration and actively drink water and eat nutrient-rich foods throughout the day.
If you’re traveling somewhere closer to the equator, it is extra important to protect yourself from sunburn and use sunscreen throughout the day. Whatever your plan is for spring break, visit AFC Urgent Care Boulder for walk-in services. We are experienced in helping students develop the most effective wellness plan. The clinic is open seven days a week, with walk-in visits always welcomed and most major insurance carriers accepted. Low-cost treatment is available for self-paying patients. For more information about travel health tips please call us directly at (720) 961-9700.
