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Prepping for Summer Travel: Health Essentials You Should Take Care of Now

Published June 29th, 2025 by Vital110

Summer travel season is right around the corner. Whether you are planning a weekend getaway, a cross-country road trip, or an international adventure, preparing for your trip goes beyond packing your bags and booking accommodations. One of the most important parts of a smooth, enjoyable vacation is making sure your health is in check before you head out.

Taking care of a few simple health essentials now can save you time, stress, and even avoid unexpected health issues while you are away. With the Vital110 app, you have easy access to preventive care, telehealth services, and wellness support to help you travel confidently and stay healthy wherever your plans take you.

Here is what you should tackle now to ensure you are ready for a safe, healthy summer travel season.

1. Schedule Your Preventive Health Checkups

Before you get caught up in trip planning, take a moment to schedule a general health review. A quick checkup can confirm that you are in good shape to travel and address any lingering health concerns.

Health Checkup Items to Review:

Blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels.
Medication needs, especially if you require refills for your trip.
Updates on vaccinations, including travel-specific ones if needed.
Review of allergies or chronic conditions that could flare up while traveling.

With Vital110, you can schedule preventive care appointments with $0 copays, making it easy and affordable to get everything checked off your list.

Tip: Download the Vital110 app to access preventive services quickly and track important wellness details before you leave.

2. Update and Organize Your Medications

If you take prescription medications, you need to make sure you have enough for the entire trip and a little extra in case of delays.

Medication Prep Tips:

Check expiration dates on all prescriptions and over-the-counter meds.
Request refills through your usual pharmacy if you are running low.
Pack medications in their original labeled containers to avoid issues during airport security.
Bring a copy of your prescriptions in case you lose your medications while traveling.

Need help reviewing medications or requesting a prescription? Use the Vital110 app's telehealth feature to quickly consult with a provider before your trip.

3. Build a Basic Travel Health Kit

A small, well-stocked health kit can be a lifesaver if minor issues come up during your travels.

Essentials for Your Travel Health Kit:

Pain relievers (acetaminophen or ibuprofen)
Allergy medication or antihistamines
Bandages and antibiotic ointment
Hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes
Sunscreen and lip balm with SPF
Motion sickness remedies if needed

Having these essentials on hand can help you handle small problems without disrupting your plans.

4. Know When and How to Access Telehealth on the Go

One of the biggest advantages of traveling with Vital110 is that you have healthcare access right from your phone—no matter where you are.

Reasons You Might Need Telehealth While Traveling:

You develop cold or allergy symptoms and need quick advice.
You have a minor illness like an earache, sore throat, or skin irritation.
You need a prescription filled for a non-emergency health issue.
You want to check in with a provider for a travel-related health concern.

Instead of hunting down urgent care in an unfamiliar area, you can simply log in to your Vital110 app and connect with a provider for support.

Be sure to have the app installed, updated, and ready before you leave.

5. Prioritize Healthy Habits Even While Traveling

Travel often leads to changes in routine, but maintaining small healthy habits can help you feel better and avoid post-trip fatigue or illness.

Travel Wellness Tips:

Stay hydrated by drinking water regularly, especially during flights.
Keep moving by stretching or walking at rest stops or airports.
Get enough sleep to support your immune system.
Make healthy food choices when possible, balancing treats with nutritious options.
Practice sun safety if your trip includes outdoor adventures.

Wellness tracking tools inside the Vital110 app can help you stay accountable and monitor your hydration, activity, and wellness goals while you are away.

Make Vital110 Part of Your Travel Essentials

As you get ready for your summer adventures, do not overlook one of the most important parts of your travel checklist—your health. With Vital110, you have everything you need to prepare confidently, handle minor issues quickly, and enjoy your trip to the fullest.

Download the Vital110 app today and be ready for wherever summer takes you. Preventive care, telehealth access, and wellness tracking are all at your fingertips—so you can focus on making memories, not worrying about your health.

Stay proactive. Stay prepared. Travel healthy with Vital110.

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