Carry a good supply of your prescription medications and keep them with you, not packed in your suitcase. Take along a spare pair of eyeglasses. Also avoid raw and undercooked seafood as well as unpeeled fruits and vegetables. For additional protection against traveler's diarrhea, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends using Pepto Bismol or an antidiarrheal. If diarrhea becomes severe, or contains traces of blood, seek medical attention immediately.
Mosquitoes are responsible for spreading yellow fever, dengue fever, encephalitis, and malaria.
Check your health insurance policy. If you need medical care while abroad, go to the largest university hospital or consult the hotel concierge. Senior Care Preferred offers some overnight trips throughout the year. Two of our upcoming trips include a seven day tour of Cape Cod, Massachusetts and a seven night cruise to the western Caribbean. Top Rated Web Sites for Senior Travel Check out this list of web sites geared specifically for travel for seniors.t .