Holidays play a valuable role in our psychosomatic health. A new environment will inspire and revive us. Relaxation during holidays strengthens our body and makes us more productive when we return to our job. We are more relaxed, spending more time with loved ones and gain new experiences.

Holidays can take many forms, depending on our character, family and financial status. But for everyone, there is one common element. Changing our routine and therefore we frace unpredictable circumstances. But what could we predict? What are the hazards when we go on holidays? Many times we take risks if we are not prepared that, can turn our journey into an unpleasant experience.

Holiday Safety and Health Hazards

Sea urchins: If you step on one, remove all the thorns and disinfect the spot well.

Jellyfish : If it sticks to your body, put a bag in your hand and remove it without your hand coming in contact. Place cortisone ointment or ice, ammonia, or alcohol in the area. If symptoms persist, an injection of cortisone is required.

Insects: Insects are attracted by intense colors and smells. If you are stinging a bee or a wasp, remove the stinger with a needle. Use a cortisone ointment and if you are allergic, go to the nearest health center. A person with allergies must always have a cortisone injection on hand, if necessary.

Mosquitoes: Preventive measures against mosquitoes to reduce the risk of West Nile virus infection are necessary. Use body and environment insect repellents on your vacation. Close window screens and avoid places where water is stagnant.

Snakes: Should a snake bite you need to be taken directly to the nearest medical center.

Gastroenteritis: It is one of the most common problems of holiday. It is mainly due to viruses or microbes that develop spoiled food or drinking non-clean water. It is recommended that you use bottled water for washing and cooking. Avoid as much as you can cantine sandwiches and do not buy products from refrigerators that are exposed to the sun. Prefer restaurants with very good reviews and get the raw materials for your snacks from a super market.

Swimming Pool - Sea: When we go to a beach for the first time, ask of the depth of the sea and if there are dangerous currents. When we have children, we never leave them out of our sight. Two minutes are enough to lose the child's senses in the water and drown. We do not take young child who do not know bathing in water slides or in our arms because all the pressure falls on the child that acts like an airbag. You need 3-4 hours since your last meal before getting into the water. Small childrenalways wear life jackets and come into the water under our supervision.

Water sports: Windsurfing, jet skis, inflatables, kayaks, diving, speedboats.Never do sports under the influence of alcohol. Always look out for swimmers or divers and have a person to rely on for help if needed.

Sun: The main risks of sun exposure are sunburn and dehydration. Symptoms vary, red irritated skin, headache, tendency to vomit, chills and fever. Avoid sun exposure from 12 to 15:00, use sunscreen and refresh at least every 2 hours. You must protect yourself with sunglasses, clothes, hats, umbrellas and drink lots of fluids.

Extreme Exercise: If your holiday plans include intense exercise, then there must be a proper escalation to avoid strain on the muscles and the heart. You must be protected from the sun, drink plenty of water and do not exercise with a stomach full, be extra careful during hot summer days.

 

Holiday pharmacy :

  • Alcohol

  • Traumaplast

  • Face and body sunscreen

  • Antipyretic Ointment or spray for insect bites and skin irritations.

  • Ointment for burns

  • Anti-allergic pill

  • Cortisone injection

  • Natural tears for the eyes

  • If you are following a medication, you must have enough doses for all holiday days.

 

Finally, for carefree holidays, make sure you have the phone and address of the local medical center or hospital before you reach your destination. Happy Holidays!