For older people, the risk of death or serious illness while traveling is the same, or even less, than staying at home. However, planning is important and older travelers should consider the following before they travel:
- See your doctor for a checkup and discuss your fitness for the trip you are planning.
- See your dentist and optometrist.
- Pack a spare pair of glasses, any medications you need and a small medical kit.
- Organize travel health insurance with pre-existing illness cover if needed. Make sure it covers emergency evacuation.
- Make sure routine immunisations are up-to-date and get vaccinated against influenza and pneumonia.
- Consider your back – use luggage with built in wheels.
- Take clothes and hats to suit the climate.
- If concerned about your health, consider taking an organised holiday.
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