subject: How To Protect Your Health While Cruising [print this page] Many cruisers are concerned not only with safety but also of their own health while aboard a cruise ship. Cruise ships do present some health concerns simply because there are sol many people in a fairly small space. Being concerned about your health is OK but most cruise ships are safe, clean and run. So , instead of being overly concerned and letting it ruin your vacation, simply take some simple steps to help keep yourself healthy while on board a cruise ship.
The first thing you need to do is to visit your family physician before your sailing date and let him/her know about your upcoming cruise. Not only should your physician check your general health to make sure it's OK for you to travel, but also administer any immunizations you might need before cruising. If you take prescription medications make sure you have an adequate supply to cover the amount of time you will be cruising. Your physician may also want you to have an extra supply with you especially if your medication is required for survival. That way, if you misplace your mediation you will be covered by that extra supply. Of course, you want to carry each supply in a different bag.
Once you board ship, become familiar with the layout of your ship taking special not of where the ship's doctor is located if one is available.
Protect yourself from germs while on board a cruise ship. Wash your hands before eating and after using the restroom just like you would do at home. While cruising wash your hands after using all public facilities. Carry a package of disinfecting wipes with you. If you use these wipes properly they can be as effective as good ole soap and water.
Another safety and health precaution you need to take while on a cruise ship is to be sure you have some type of shoe on at all times. Don't walk around the ship barefooted.
One of the great opportunities while cruising is to be able to visit various ports. Visiting other countries can be fun but, you need to take precaution while in a foreign land. Drink only bottled water and forget the ice cubes.
Now that you are aware of some simple things you should do to protect your health and safety while cruising, go ahead and book a cruise vacation at All-Inclusive Caribbean Vacations
