This week Alex and Mary discuss what it’s like to travel with a chronic illness. They share tips for their preparation and planning for their upcoming trip to Germany.
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Episode Highlights
- Intro [0:13]
- Welcome Back! [1:24]
- Chronic illness travel prep [4:50]
- Checking in with the cardiologist [5:20]
- Compression socks [6:05]
- Lasix and frequent bathroom breaks [6:55]
- Restroom accessibility in Europe [8:00]
- Refrigerated medications [8:48]
- Upgraded to lie-flat accommodations [10:30]
- Mobility on airplane [11:45]
- Snacks to control blood sugar [12:22]
- Medications in carry-on luggage [12:55]
- Organization [14:10]
- Sadie Mae and Uncle Will [15:12]
- In USA docs limited in out of state RXs [15:45]
- Alex’s travel packets [16:55]
- Shout out to Steve and Victoria [17:21]
- Dress for destination weather [17:55]
- Menstruating on a long trip [19:05]
- Flight Attendant requests, if needed [19:55]
- Atlanta airport [21:10]
- Think ahead [22:28]
- “Give yourself grace.” [22:42]
- Pace out the itinerary [23:40]
- 5-week series [23:54]
- Sadie Mae joins us [25:03]
- Thanks for listening! [25:39]
Summary Keywords
Podcast, Spotify, Anchor, research, travel, Germany, medications, preparations, chronic illness, compression socks, Lasix, mobility, blood sugar, HCM, diabetes
