OPSnorkeler Posted August 17, 2015 #1 Share Posted August 17, 2015 No one has indicated that we need vaccines/injections for FP. Upon reading about mosquito borne illnesses in another thread, I saw mention of typhoid and hepatitis A injections for FP. Should we have been told to get these? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisedreamer1 Posted August 17, 2015 #2 Share Posted August 17, 2015 You will not need(or required) any kind of immunizations especially if you are cruising. Of course, one should always have their tetanus shot up to date no matter where you are! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy The Wanderer Posted August 17, 2015 #3 Share Posted August 17, 2015 I have never had any kind of special immunization for FP. There is Dengue Fever, which is mosquito-born, but no shot available--you just have to try not to get bitten (and it's rare). We've had Hep A/B for travel to other more exotic locales, not a bad idea in general, but not necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-D Posted August 18, 2015 #4 Share Posted August 18, 2015 Generally concur with the previous posts, but in addition to tetanus and Hep A/B immunizations, we choose to keep our typhoid immunization up to date as well. Unfortunately, Chikungunya (like dengue) is another mosquito-born disease now occurring in FP -- a further reason to do whatever you can to reduce the risk of mosquito bites. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emdee Posted August 18, 2015 #5 Share Posted August 18, 2015 There is another disease for which you can have no vaccines....the FP flu. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy The Wanderer Posted August 18, 2015 #6 Share Posted August 18, 2015 There is another disease for which you can have no vaccines....the FP flu. Pressing the "Like" button! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twin123185 Posted August 19, 2015 #7 Share Posted August 19, 2015 Took the words right out of my mouth (fingers) Emdee! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisedreamer1 Posted August 19, 2015 #8 Share Posted August 19, 2015 and who wants to be "cured" of it!!! On another level, I now bring antihistamines.Since occasionally after a long plane, I ride I develop a nasty cold that knocks me out for a day or so if I don't have them to take. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy The Wanderer Posted August 20, 2015 #9 Share Posted August 20, 2015 I've seen you with those nasty sinus colds twice now Carol, so I don't doubt your cure, but how do antihistamines prevent you from getting a cold? Do you think you pick up a virus on planes, or is it that your sinuses get inflamed in the dry air perhaps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shipandshore Posted August 21, 2015 #10 Share Posted August 21, 2015 They stop the tickling, runny nose and watery eyes if I get sick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy The Wanderer Posted August 21, 2015 #11 Share Posted August 21, 2015 They stop the tickling, runny nose and watery eyes if I get sick. Interesting. That means you are allergic to something, since that's what they do. Sure you don't mean a decongestant? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shipandshore Posted August 21, 2015 #12 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I checked my bottle that was prescribed by my doctor and it's an antihistamine. I have a friend who recommends taking one while on the plane due to the dry air on the plane. The last time I was sick (the reunion cruise) I think I was overly tired. I had been back east for a week due to a conference and then flew home and 2 days later flew to Tahiti. The ship's crew really took care of me!!! Very concerned and very helpful while I was in bed. The ship's dr also prescribed the same for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisedreamer1 Posted August 21, 2015 #13 Share Posted August 21, 2015 I just realized that I was signed on as Ship and shore which is my husband's username(?). I guess he did not sign out the last time he was online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Emdee Posted August 24, 2015 #14 Share Posted August 24, 2015 Hi Carol, This is Chiara (emdee's daughter). I am not sure if this will help you but Aesop makes a ginger flight therapy roll on which is supposed to help travelers fight sickness and help you have a good sleep on the plane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cruisedreamer1 Posted August 24, 2015 #15 Share Posted August 24, 2015 Can you purchase it at Rite Aid or CVS Pharmacies? I will look for it!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendy The Wanderer Posted August 24, 2015 #16 Share Posted August 24, 2015 (edited) Looks like it's available on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Ginger-Flight-Therapy-Aesop-0-32oz/dp/B000IB0H8G Edited August 24, 2015 by Wendy The Wanderer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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