Dr. Mary Travelbest

Sturgis, South Dakota It may be winter now, but the summer will follow and you want to plan your next travel experience. Listen to the FAQ, the destination, the lesson learned and the travel tip. Check out this episode!

This is Dr Mary Travelbest: FAQ is : What about immunizations other than Covid? Where can I go for good medical advice? . Today’s Destination is: Little Rock, Arkansas Today’s Mistake- Taking too much luggage Travel Advice: Tips for Wildlife Watching: photos and using binoculars   FAQ:  Do I need other immunizations besides Covid, such as Typhoid fever immunization?   Answer: Are you traveling to countries that are known for having diseases? Find out. This makes a big difference when solo, especially in Steps 4 and 5 travel.   RSV, Covid, Flu? Triple whammy. Typhoid is bad in what countries? Hepatitis is bad. Malaria is where? Tetanus shots? Every ten years? Polio?   Ask your doctor. What immunizations do you need? Get your official International Certificate of Immunization that contains a record of your vaccinations and immunizations for you to keep with your passport. There are at least 10 recommended immunizations you may need. Go to a health seminar for travelers

  Welcome to the Podcast with Dr. Mary Travelbest:   FAQ is :  Should I bring a cellphone when I travel? Today’s Destination is: Hong Kong Today’s Mistake- Losing my cell phone in Mexico City Travel Advice:  Try Reddit for some travel advice channels.    List to the end to hear about the Reddit feed called “solo travel”. No one uses their real names, so it’s free flow. It is like anonymous social media, with different priorities and postings than on FB or IG, or even YouTube.    FAQ: Should I bring a cell phone when I travel? Answer: Yes, at least one. Ask your carrier if they have service in the countries where you are traveling, and if so, what are the fees, if any. Ask about special plans if they offer them. You can also get a second service and buy a cheap phone when you get abroad. Wifi you will get in most hotels, but it is not always a guarantee. If you have a hot spot, maybe you can use that when you travel. Also, consider using a VPN for more privacy than not h

Travel tip: Get the right sleep and exercise before your trip. That will boost your immunity. . Today’s Special Episode on Travel Health and CDC checklist questions   Here’s what you need to know…..and answer   CDC has a good website with the right questions to ask your doctor. Or for your doctor to ask you.   When are you traveling? Make sure you plan ahead, even months ahead.   and how long will you be at each location?   Where are you traveling? Which countries are you visiting  and in what order? Where within the country or countries will you be traveling? Are these destinations urban or rural? Where will you be staying (sleeping) during your trip    (such as a hotel with air conditioning,  screened cabin, open-air tents,  or with family or friends)? What activities will you be doing during your trip?    Have you traveled internationally in the past? When did you travel?    How old are you? What vaccinations have you had before?   Do you hav