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12-Tips
for a
heart smart Vacation
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February 28, 2004 BOSTON, Mass: A break from work or
the routine of daily life can refresh the spirit and
recharge the body. Taking vacations on a regular basis
has been proven by at least two large studies to
increase life expectancy and decrease the risk of
developing heart disease. However, vacations may be
hard on hearts that are not in tip-top shape,
according to the March 2004 Harvard Heart Letter. |
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Cardiovascular problems account for the majority of
serious illnesses that occur on airplanes, and half of
all deaths among American travelers abroad are due to
heart attacks
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Cardiovascular problems account for the majority of serious
illnesses that occur on airplanes, and half of all deaths
among American travelers abroad are due to heart attacks.
The Harvard Heart Letter offers readers 12 tips for
traveling safely with heart disease:
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Check with your
doctor to make sure it is safe to fly with your current
heart condition.
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Flu and
pneumonia vaccinations should be up to date. Get all
appropriate region-specific immunizations.
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Get the name of
a doctor or hospital at your destination.
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Check with your
insurance to see if you're covered outside of
your home area.
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Pack a copy of
your ECG (electrocardiogram).
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Do you have an
implanted heart device? Carry a card or letter from your
doctor saying you have an implanted device.
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Carry all
medications with you and bring enough to last the trip.
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If you use
oxygen, find out the airline's policies and prices.
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Get to the
airport early, so you don't have to run to the terminal.
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Long flight?
Drink plenty of water, stay away from caffeine, and move
your legs as much as possible to prevent blood clots.
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Know the
warning signs of a heart attack.
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Jet lag should
fade within a few days of your return. If it doesn't, see
your doctor.
Harvard Heart Letter is available
from Harvard Health Publications, the publishing division of
the Harvard Medical School. You can subscribe at
www.health.harvard.edu or by calling 1-877-649-9457
toll-free.
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