Opinion | Rural EDs Shouldn’t Need Fundraisers to Keep the Lights On
Cho is a fourth-year medical student. I was traveling to my hometown in Central Pennsylvania when I read this fantastic investigative piece by MedPage Today‘s Kristina Fiore on Bucktail Medical Center, a hospital in the rural town of Renovo that solicited GoFundMe donations in order to keep the community hospital open. Located just over an […]
The 1 Thing That Food Experts Never Eat Or Drink While Traveling Abroad
Songsak rohprasit via Getty Images When you’re traveling abroad, you probably have a long list of must-sees and must-dos. Diarrhea, vomiting and stomach cramps most definitely aren’t on that list, but these digestive problems can be all too common. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 30% to 70% of vacationers get traveler’s […]
What To Do If You Forget To Bring Your Medication On A Trip
Prescription medications are an essential item on your packing list when you’re traveling. However, bringing them can require a little preparation. Before you head out, contact your physician to make sure you have your meds available for the duration of your trip. You can travel with most medications ― just remember to leave them in […]
10 Products Therapists Personally Use To De-Stress While Traveling
The normal stressors associated with traveling, combined with anxiety around COVID-19, can make taking a trip feel more overwhelming than ever. Mental health professionals are feeling the same way. You may think your therapist has it all figured out, but chances are they’re experiencing anxiety around traveling as well. So, what are the items that […]