Summer Travel Health Insurance Tips

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Summer is a popular time for travel. Children and the elderly must especially be careful to avoid over exposure to the heat. To be safe from the heat you can follow these tips:

1. The time between 10 am and 2 pm can be the hottest. It is best to avoid being outdoors during those times. Schedule your day's events according to that and plan to be indoors or in shaded areas.

2. Wear light weight, loose clothing in light colors when you go out. A wide brimmed hat can protect your face and neck. Clothes made out of cotton can keep you cool.

3. Use sunscreen (at least SPF 30) even if you are not planning on direct exposure to the sun. Check the label to be sure the sunscreen provides adequate protection and will not wear off quickly in water. Re apply sunscreen every few hours, even the strongest sunscreen can wear off in a few hours.

4. Do not wait till you are thirsty to drink water. The heat can make you lose lots of fluids make sure you replenish very often. Alcohol and sugary drinks must be avoided, they can make you dehydrated.

5. Extreme heat conditions can cause heat stroke or heat exhaustion. Heatstroke can be fatal and sudden. Failure of sweating mechanism causes the body temperature to rise and can result in loss of consciousness. Very hot, dry and red skin is a common sign. Immediately cool the victim with ice and cold water and rush them to the hospital.

6. Water and electrolyte loss can cause a less serious condition called heat exhaustion. The victim is fatigued and weak and may experience excessive sweating. Sometimes they may also experience muscle cramps because of salt depletion. Pale and clammy skin is a common sign. Provide rest and lost of fluids in a cool and well ventilated area.

Even if you are perfectly healthy a heat related emergency can occur anytime. Be prepared by having travel or visitor health insurance. A health insurance agent can guide you to select a health plan. Have a sizzling summer!

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Suchi V is an expert on visitor medical insurance. Get quotes, read our FAQs, and learn more about insurance for travel to USA on our website.  

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