For the past two weeks, I’ve been visiting my sister, helping to take care of her after she suffered a season ending knee injury while playing in a high-level club ultimate frisbee tournament. This has been a challenging time for her – she can’t walk on her own and is having to take time off […]
Health & Safety Abroad Category
Blog posts that deal with all matters of health and safety for international travelers and students.
Hispanic Heritage Month
September 13th, 2021 by Yessica PratoEvery year between September 15 and October 15, Hispanic Heritage month is observed in the United States. The Hispanic Heritage month celebrates traditions, cultures, and contributions from Hispanic and Latin American countries. Let’s dive into a bit of a history lesson as to the origins of this month and the importance of the celebration. The […]
Why Taking A Breath Does More For Your Body than Just Breathing
June 28th, 2021 by Jennifer FrankelFeeling stressed out? How many times have you heard, just breathe! In fact, when you look at many different relaxation techniques, whether it’s yoga or meditation, you will notice that there is a lot of focus on the types of breaths we take. In this blog we will talk about what research is finding when […]
COVID-19 Vaccine Preparation and What to Expect
May 18th, 2021 by Sally McleodAs summer approaches, COVID-19 vaccine eligibility has expanded to anyone in the United States 16 years of age and older. So now that eligibility has been granted, what does this mean for international students and what should you do now? There has been a lot of discussion and ambiguity around how much vaccines cost and […]
What can I do or can’t do after receiving the Covid-19 vaccine?
April 16th, 2021 by Alexis PonceIt has been over one year since the Covid-19 virus became a worldwide pandemic and we were all required to isolate ourselves at home. Even though at some point the pandemic felt eternal, with the development of vaccines by different pharmaceutical companies, such as Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson, Moderna, AstraZeneca and BioNTech, life around the […]
Where Should I Go for Medical Care?
March 17th, 2021 by Eric BloodworthHealthcare in the United States is complicated to say the least. If you get sick or injured, there are many places that you can go to for medical treatment in the US. It’s important to know where to go to make sure you don’t end up running around to multiple places, spending more money than you need to, and ensuring you have a smooth claims process with your insurance company. So, which provider should you go to for medical care?
A Closer Look at the COVID-19 Vaccines
January 6th, 2021 by Jennifer FrankelCovid-19 numbers are continuing to soar in the United States and around the world, but as a new year is upon us there is also good news! Many countries are getting their first doses of the Covid vaccine. While taming this virus hasn’t been easy, this has definitely shined a bright light at the end […]
