Don't take a Vacation from Health

I discovered this news release while looking for safety tips. I found it to be very informative. Whenever I leave town I can't help but worry about my home while I am not there. Who knows that could happen during a week or more! Hopefully this won't be deleted off my blog. Happy traveling!

Keep Your Home Safe While Out Of Town

Fargo, ND - According to the Fargo Police Department nearly 50 garage break-ins have occurred in the past month alone. With the holiday travel season right around the corner even more people will be away from home for extended periods of time, leaving homes and garages vulnerable. Travel Travel Carlson Wagonlit would like to encourage residents to keep their homes and garages safe while they are out of town by doing the following:

Lock all of your windows and doors in your home, car and garage
Many break-ins occur because the car or house is unlocked and easily accessible. Making it difficult to enter your home may just be enough to encourage the burglar to move on.
Remove all hidden keys outside your home
You may think your hiding spot is ingenious but criminal minds are clever and, in many cases, the "hidden" key is nothing but easy access.
Set lights and a radio or tv on a timer
Making yourself appear to be home is one of the best ways to ward off intruders.
Close your blinds and curtains
Remove all valuables from your car and garage, including cameras, ipods, stereos, and tools
Contact trusted neighbors and inform them of your trip
Contact your local police department and let them know how long you will be gone
Many local police departments will issue extra patrol of your neighborhood while you are out of town. The Moorhead Police Department even has a request form on their website: www.moorheadpolice.com.

Failing to secure homes and garages before leaving town will only add stress to what should be a relaxing trip. Travel Travel Carlson Wagonlit wants every resident to feel safe and happy during the fall and winter seasons.

Get vaccinated before you travel out of the country. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have a list of necessary vaccinations.

To battle jet lag (the change of your internal body clock caused by the differing amounts of light):
When traveling west to east - stay out of the sun until the day after you arrive.
When traveling east to west - go for a walk as soon as you arrive
To battle altitude sickness:
Gradually increase your altitude every day to get used to it.
To battle travelers diarrhea:
Be very careful of the food you eat and the water you drink (more information below)

What To Eat and Drink

Don't eat uncooked or undercooked meat
Don't eat foods that require a lot of handling.
Pizza is almost always ok anywhere.
Drink only bottled water.
If you drink tap water, boil it first

Bring Your Medications

Pack all medications and medical supplies you may need.
Bring an over the counter pain medication.

Just In Case

Write down your medical history.
Make a list of everything you are allergic to.

Include a list with:
your name, address, and home phone number as well as a parent's daytime phone number
your blood type
immunizations
your doctor's name, address, and office and emergency phone numbers
the name, address, and phone number of your health insurance carrier, including your policy number
a list of any ongoing health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes, or AIDS
a list of current medications you are taking and pharmacy name and phone number
a list of allergies to medications, food, insects, and animals
a prescription for glasses or contact lenses
the name, address, and phone number of a relative other than your parent

Basic Safety

Avoid secluded places
Don't walk alone after dark