
New research shows that Ebola has the ability to lie dormant in the body for years at a time and can later resurface.
by Ann Rapier

New research shows that Ebola has the ability to lie dormant in the body for years at a time and can later resurface.
by Ann Rapier

When you are traveling, it is wise to always keep a few things on hand with you at all times. But, one of the most important is a travel first aid kit with you. It is important to keep one with you, even if it is a small one, at all times, just in case you or your family may need it. Below are some ideas for items that you should pack in one.
by Ann Rapier

Living with a disability can make it hard to get around sometimes. This is especially true when it comes to traveling. There are many destinations that cannot be accessed by people in wheelchairs and walkers. A number of steps have been taken by Jerusalem to make their guests’ experiences memorable, and most importantly, accessible.
by Ann Rapier

Many people confuse tickborne encephalitis with lyme disease. While both are risks to the health of thousands of people, the two types of disease do differ from one another. To understand the difference between tickborne encephalitis and lyme disease, it’s important to first understand what each disease is.
by Ann Rapier

Meningococcal disease, more widely known as meningitis, inflames the meninges – which are three membranes that cover the brain stem and spinal cord. Once the meninges become infected, that is when meningitis happens. It affects mainly infants, young adults, and teenagers at risk of being infected with meningitis.
by Ann Rapier

Rapid tests have been used for years to help detect malaria, which have been a key factor in preventing a high prevalence of the disease in many areas. But after 15 years of use, many malaria parasites are learning to hide from these rapid tests.
by Ann Rapier

Is the coronavirus dying out? As the COVID-19 pandemic seems to get milder, it’s only natural to wonder what is happening with the virus itself. Many viruses follow a pattern of infection and mutation. Epidemiologists and virologists have found that the coronavirus is following this same pattern. Based on what these scientists have found, it’s still difficult to know whether or not the coronavirus is dying out. How exactly can we know whether or not a virus is dying out?
by Ann Rapier

Whether you’re embracing a gluten-free lifestyle because of personal preference or you’ve been advised to cut out or limit gluten due to a medical condition, traveling gluten-free can be a little intimidating. But, sticking to your gluten-free diet doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the flavors that season the streets of your next vacation destination. Many top travel destinations offer a wide variety of authentic, gluten-free street food. Thailand is one of these destinations.
by Ann Rapier

Scuba diving can be quite an enjoyable and fun activity when you are on vacation. It can be very exciting to see the different kinds of marine wildlife that are in that area. Plus, scuba diving offers so many great opportunities to learn about different species of fish, coral, and other sea life. Not to mention that it can be incredibly beautiful beneath the water, a whole incredible ecosystem of its own. But, you do want to make sure that when you are scuba diving you stay safe. Here are some tips on how to stay safe when scuba diving.
by Ann Rapier

Sustainability is an important aspect to think about when traveling. After all, the earth is in a climate crisis right now. While we already tend to do things like shut our lights off, not waste water, or litter; as travelers, we can help to lower our carbon footprint by doing a few other simple things while you are traveling to be more sustainable.
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