Special Needs
Updated: 1/16/08
Please note: The Web sites for the information below is continually changing.If you find that the correct Web page does not appear please contac the Travel Clinic so we can fix the link:
- Seeking Health Care Abroad/Blood Transfusions - Hopefully you won't face trauma during your travels that requires this level of medical attention! Just in case, it might be good to know about blood transfusions especially if your travels are taking you on any type of potential risky excursion (scroll to the bottom of the page to find information on blood transfusions while traveling abroad). Page by the CDC
- For Diabetic Travelers - Learn valuable information regarding how to manage, pack, and present to airport security personnel your diabetes supplies. If you are traveling across time zones you may need to adjust your insulin injection schedule or dosage. Read about when and how much insulin you need if you when you are traveling.
- Drinking Water Safety - Water Filters & Bottled Water - Unfortunately, tap water is not always safe for human consumption. Get the facts on H2O before the facts get you. Also learn about how to make your water safe for drinking. Pages by CDC
- Health Insurance for Travelers - Does your normal health insurance coverage apply overseas? Will they pay to evacuate you in case of serious illness? If you answered "no" to either question, or are unsure, find solutions here.
- International Cell Phone Service
- Travel Insider has an excellent article in their on-line magazine which describes the types of phones and service available abroad.
If you are traveling on a study abroad session, it is REQUIRED that the leader of the study abroad session ensure there is at least one cell phone number the Office of Study Abroad (OSA) can contact in case of an emergency. Make sure you do your homework before signing on the dotted line to ensure you get what you need, expect, and pay for! - For the Pregnant Traveler - There is very little data and information available for the pregnant traveler. This web site is one of the few that does.
- Travelers' Health Kit - What to pack in case of medical emergency, necessity and comfort. (The article can be selected by scrolling to the bottom of the page, marking "Traveler's Health Kit," and click Display).
- Travelers' Thrombosis - Have you ever noticed a tingling in your legs when on a long flight? Pressure changes associated with air travel have the potential to cause blood clots in your legs. Here you'll find measures to avoid deep-vein thrombosis. Select "Airplane Travel, including Disinsection." Page by CDC