Before going to your holiday trip, a little pre-holiday preparation can help to make the going a lot easier.  Here are some healthy tips before you go travel:

1.  Carry identification cards with you and have a copy in your belongings.

Make a list of information such as:

1. Name, address and phone number.

2. Passport number

3. Name and address of person to notify in case of emergency.

4. Health status in case you have any chronic illnesses.

5. Allergies to any medication.

6. Name and address of your attending physician.

7. Travel insurance policy.

2.  Before you leave, have a check up with your doctor if you have chronic illnesses or had recently an operation or if you’re an elderly.

3. Make sure that you have an enough medication to bring with if you are in a long term medication to cover the length of your stay and an additional supply in case you extend your trip.

4. Put your medication in your hand carry.  This lets you have ready access to any medications you may need to take during the flight and to avoid the risk of it being lost.

5. Keep your medications in its original packaging with the original labeling, so that it is clear that it is your prescription.  Make  a list of your medications, dose and frequency with the brand name and its generic name.  Include it in your hand carry bag for in case you lose your medications or if you have to be admitted into hospital.

6.  Prepare a travel kit which includes:  Contact lens solutions if you wear contact lense; Eyeglass to protect your eyes from sun damage.  Sunscreen, lip balm, and insect repellant.

7.  Have also a first aid kit.  Your kit will depends on the activities that you will be doing while away.  It could be a simple kit that includes: An antiseptic cream, plaster or medical strips (band-aid) gauze and elastic bandages, scissors and aspirin or paracetamol for pain and fever, thermometer, and alcohol.