INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL INSURANCE AND HEALTH INSURANCE FOR OVERSEAS |
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Although international medical insurance is important it is also important to be so prepared in order to avoid health problems overseas.
EXPATRIATE HEALTH
Diseases
| Malaria and Prevention | Tuberculosis | Sun Protection | |
| Leishmaniasis | Deep Vein Thrombosis | ||
| Hepatitis | Leptospirosis | Altitude Sickness | Diabetes |
| Influenza A & B | Lyme Disease | AIDS |
DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS – killer of frequent fliers
This is a blood clot in the deep veins of the legs and pelvis. It causes death by releasing the clot, which goes to the lung, causing a fatal reaction such as cardiac arrest and disseminated bleeding problems.
¼ to 1 adult aspirin should be taken 4 hours prior to flying,
Aspirin recommended for everyone over 40 to prevent heart attacks.
Weight reduction whenever possible before flying is recommended.
Support stockings are helpful but if the aircraft were to catch fire, nylon burns more rapidly.
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