Health & Safety Abroad Category

Blog posts that deal with all matters of health and safety for international travelers and students.

How to avoid bed bugs while traveling

October 20th, 2012 by ahoontrakul

If you are studying abroad, you will likely also do a lot of traveling to different cities and neighboring countries. With planning your excursions and studying for you classes, the last thing you may think about is keeping your bed free of bed bugs! However, with recent news about outbreaks of bed bugs, being prepared […]

Studying Abroad with a Food Allergy

October 6th, 2012 by ahoontrakul

There are many benefits to studying abroad, but if you have a severe food allergy, the thought of traveling to another country with strange food customs might give you some pause about your safety. While you have legitimate concerns, it should not stop you from experiencing the world. With some preparations, many people are now […]

Australian Athlete Student Health Insurance

August 10th, 2012 by ahoontrakul

In recent years, there have been more and more international students from Australia coming to study in the United States. In 2011 there were over 3,700 Australian international students in the US. Many of these students are athletes who will be playing in a school sport such as soccer. Many international student insurance plans do […]

Studying Abroad as a Vegetarian

April 21st, 2012 by ahoontrakul

Studying abroad is a great experience, but for many vegetarians traveling overseas it can be challenging especially if you don’t speak the language. While some foods may not appear to be made with meat, it can be difficult to tell whether your food was cooked with animal products such as a meat-based broth. If you […]

Sun Protection

April 13th, 2012 by Bryanna Davis

Becoming an international student can require a lot of personal adjustment. Depending on the new culture chosen to study in, the adjustments can be great, between new food, dress and everyday mannerism, adjusting to a new country can be difficult for an international student. One adjustment that important to consider and accommodate to when moving […]

Immunizations For Studying In The USA

April 7th, 2012 by ahoontrakul

Most schools have a requirement that their students must have a set of immunizations for studying in the USA done before students are allowed to register for any classes.

Food Safety While Traveling

March 10th, 2012 by ahoontrakul

While traveling in a foreign country, eating the local food is one of the best ways to experience the culture. Whether you are studying abroad or on vacation, I recommend sampling as much food as you can try from street venders to 5 starts restaurants – and don’t forget about the local grocery store! Be […]

Healthy Pregnancy While Traveling

February 13th, 2012 by Bryanna Davis

Having a baby is a monumental moment in many people’s lives. No matter what country someone is from or having a baby in, there is one common goal: to have a healthy pregnancy while traveling. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend the following day-to-day tips, especially when traveling, to keep carrying moms and […]

Student Health Insurance for University of South Florida

February 11th, 2012 by ahoontrakul

The University of South Florida has selected ISI as a pre-approved insurance option for international students. Learn more and apply online to meet your school’s requirements. Since it was founded in 1956, the University of South Florida has grown and become one of the largest public universities in the US with well over 45,000 students enrolled. Today, […]

Find a Doctor in the US

January 26th, 2012 by ahoontrakul

It’s the New Year’s and you have discovered that you can purchase our more affordable insurance plan instead of your university’s plan. As an international student, you may wonder to yourself, “how do I find a doctor in the US?” or “can I visit any doctor I want to?” Whether you have purchased our Student […]

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