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Summer is here, and travel season is in full swing. Whether you’re heading to a tropical beach, exploring a new country, or hiking through the mountains, staying healthy should be part of your travel plan. From jet lag and food safety to travel vaccines and water precautions, there’s a lot to think about—but it doesn’t have to be stressful.
At BASS Medical Group, our primary care physicians offer personalized travel consultations to help you and your family stay healthy before, during, and after your trip.
Why See a Doctor Before You Travel?
If you’re visiting another country or going on a nature-heavy adventure, your doctor can:
- Recommend travel vaccines
- Prescribe medications (like malaria prevention or altitude sickness meds)
- Offer destination-specific health tips
- Provide antibiotics or motion sickness options
- Help manage chronic conditions while traveling
Need help fast? Some BASS offices offer same-day appointments for last-minute travelers.
7 Quick Travel Health Tips
Here are simple ways to protect your health while you’re away:
1. Get Enough Sleep
Jet lag, long flights, and excitement can drain your energy. Prioritize rest to keep your immune system strong.
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2. Stay Hydrated
Carry a reusable water bottle and fill up frequently. If traveling somewhere with unsafe tap water, stick to bottled water and avoid ice in drinks.
3. Wash Your Hands Often
Airports, buses, and public bathrooms are germ hotspots. Wash frequently, especially before meals and after touching high-contact surfaces.
4. Carry Hand Sanitizer
Not all places will have sinks or clean water. Use sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol when soap isn’t available.
5. Rest If You’re Feeling Sick
It’s tempting to power through, but skipping one day of activities can help prevent a longer illness.
6. Eat a Balanced Diet
Enjoy local cuisine—but don’t forget to fuel your body with nutritious foods that support your immune system.
7. Use Sunscreen
Apply SPF 30+ every morning, and reapply throughout the day. Sunburns not only hurt—they weaken your skin’s defenses.
Need Travel Vaccines or a Custom Travel Plan?
Before you go, call one of our primary care physicians at BASS Medical Group. We’ll help make sure you’re ready—no matter where you’re headed.
Find a location near you: www.bassmedicalgroup.com/locations
Safe travels start with smart planning. Let’s keep your trip fun—and illness-free.
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