- Be prepared with a mask in case someone around you is coughing. N95 mask is rated to filter very small particles to protect the wearer from dust, mold, and some bacteria and viruses.
- Carry a small bottle of anti-bacterial hand cleaner.
- Only drink water that you know is safe; otherwise, stick to bottled or boiled drinks. Avoid ice.
- Only eat food that is cooked and served hot, peeled by you, or factory-sealed.
- Carry medication with you in small cooler bag (do not check your medicine as luggage).
- Insulate the medication from the ice.
- Carry the prescription label from the pharmacy for customs.
- Carry twice as many vials, syringes and/or supplies needed for the number of days traveling.
- Carry all supplies with the medication and prescription label.
- Carry a small needle disposal unit.
- Check with customs on current rules and regulations regarding taking medication in or out of the country.