Thursday, November 26, 2009

travel

Pack Right for the Holidays to Avoid the ER

Luggage that's too big or too heavy can lead to strains or worse more >>

Houston’s Bush Tops List of Best Airports for Thanksgiving Travel

Could Houston's Bush Intercontinental airport be number one because of its name? more >>

Poor Restroom Cleaning Causes Cruise-Ship Sickness

Baby changing tables cleaned less often than toilet seats, study finds more >>

Traveling While on Dialysis Could Be Risky

Chances of infection, anemia and more go up, study finds more >>

Germs On a Plane: Flying With the Flu

Expert panel determined that restricted air travel during a pandemic would not be effective. more >>

Health Tip: Leave Jet Lag Behind

Suggestions to prevent it on your next trip more >>

Retired? How to Travel on a Budget

9 ways to see the world without breaking the bank. more >>

Health Tip: Choosing a Child Safety Seat

Features to look for more >>

Flying OK for Most Pregnant Women

Moms-to-be with no complications are cleared to go, experts say more >>

Emergency Medical Transport By Air Carries Risks

Stabilization of patients before flight may prevent many adverse events, researchers say more >>

Health Tip: Preparing for a Health Emergency

Take precautions before you hit the road more >>

Busy Roads Boost Blood Pressure

Study found those who lived near heavy traffic noise had raised readings more >>

International Travel Raises Risk of Typhoid

Drug-resistant strains most common among visitors to Indian subcontinent, CDC reports more >>

From Pet to Marriage Insurance: Good Deals?

Exotic insurance offers often aren't worth the price. more >>

Grandparents Looking for Disney Discounts

Tips from other travelers on cost-conscious ways to enjoy Disney theme parks. more >>

'Cruise Ship Virus' Vaccine Stems From Tobacco

Benefits for fighting norovirus include cost, speed, report shows more >>

Health Tip: Recognize the Signs of Drowsy Driving

When it's time to pull over more >>

Health Tip: Stay Awake on the Road

Avoid driving while you're tired more >>

International Travel Health Guidebook Gets Updated

New CDC Yellow Book includes information on medical tourism, exotic destinations more >>

Facial Expressions Not Universally Understood

Cultural differences in reading emotions may affect communication, study shows more >>

What's in Your Carry-On?

Shop owner and fashion designer Ilaria Urbinati fills us in on her carry-on must-haves. more >>

Leave Worries Behind When Packing for Vacation

Absence of negative emotions contributes to a great trip, survey finds more >>

Central Park Airport Proposal Brings Internet Fame to Environmental Parodists

A hoax proposal to turn Central Park into an airport has fooled and enraged some. But these internet pranksters actually have something green to say. more >>

Health Tip: Stay Safe on Slick Roads

Suggestions for driving in the rain more >>

Deaths, Injuries Increase With Higher Speed Limits

To save lives, government should enact new interstate laws, researchers say more >>

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