Doctor's Tips to Stay Healthy During Holiday Travel

Pre-Travel Hydration

• 💧 Hydration is key before getting on a plane; travel with electrolyte packets and a water bottle.

In-Flight Health Strategies

• 🧼 Wipe down your entire seating area upon arrival, including armrests, the window, and seat pocket.
• 🧽 Bring sanitizing wipes in a small ziplock bag for easy access.
• 🪟 Opt for a window seat to minimize exposure to foot traffic and people coughing or breathing nearby.
• 💨 Keep the air vent on and directed towards your face to help decrease germ inhalation.
• 👃 Use a saline nasal spray to keep nasal passages moist and potentially flush out illnesses.
• 😷 Don't forget a mask and hand sanitizer.
• 🧴 Sanitize hands frequently after touching surfaces on the plane to prevent germ entry.