...About 90 percent of people admit to having some fear of flying. This despite statistics that indicate flying is twice as safe as taking a train or bus, and 30 times safer than driving on a highway. But the fear of flying is not without any basis as air travel does involve a number of health hazards. Spending hours on a cramped, crowded plane isn't conducive to good health.

Frequent fliers will attest to having experienced a number of situations that were quite unsettling during a flight. However, most of the health hazards involved in air travel can be avoided by taking precautions. And whether you're a frequent flier or a first timer, there are ways to cushion yourself from a long flight.

Air sickness:

Travelers may suffer from motion sickness when the plane encounters turbulence. If you are prone to motion sickness, request a seat near the wing, where the ride is steadier. Take a motion-sickness medication before and during the flight, or try ginger in fresh or pill form.

Colds and other viruses:

While the air filters on planes can prevent bacteria and clumps of viruses from circulating in the cabin, they do nothing about individual cold and flu viruses. If you're seated next to someone who's coughing and sneezing, move to a different seat if you can. Wash your hands ofte...more

Aussie Travel Ripoff

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These companies as well as franchise chains receive "advertising" money from certain wholesalers to book through them but they get lower commission than independent travel agents who are more likely to discount the price. Some other online travel agents charge booking fees so always ask.

Many people believe airlines are cheaper but in fact the opposite applies they...more

Cheap Airline Tickets - Save Your Hard Earned Money

...While traveling, most of us often spend a lot of money. And, especially while traveling by air we spend major chunk of money from our vacation budget. Traveling by air is also considered to be the most expensive mode of transportation. However, we want to save our hard earned money while traveling by air and this can be done with the help of cheap airline tickets.

Prudence, planning and for...more

Summer, Travel and Medication Part 3 - Lyme's Disease and Venal Thrombosis

...Lyme's Disease

Lyme's disease is caused by the Borrelia Burgdorferi spirochete and is transmitted through the bite of a tick. The best preventive measures are thus the avoidance of tick bites through the wear of protective clothing end the use of insect repellants. It is a good idea to actively look for ticks on your body. Any ticks present should be removed as soon as possible, preferably with...more

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