Travel Prep with Sickle Cell

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   Wunmi Bakare Moderator

   <p>Loved these tips but more importantly, I loved how you lit up when you talked about traveling with your kids. Meds, warm clothing, compression socks/walking in-flight, fluids throughout the trip, and a doctor&#39;s appointment before your trip is a must-do for every warrior. Every country has a different healthcare system so it&#39;s better to be prepared to avoid a hospital admission overseas.</p>

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   Halimat Olaniyan Moderator

   <p>Hi Grace, love this video! I&#39;m an avid traveler but my flight anxiety is usually what holds me back. I try to do some of the things you mentioned. Like I always check the weather but don&#39;t always pack to dress appropriately somehow still - I have no accurate gage of how cold I get so I should just always pack layers but alas haha I prefer to pack fit options. I also suck at remembering to pack a water bottle I usually take one but then it gets thrown away and I have to buy a new one. At least I&#39;m good at packing all my medicine - taking it is another issue. I was wondering if being on a plane has ever given you a crisis? I&#39;ve been told about getting transfused before travels as well but it&#39;s never been an issue for me. Thanks for sharing!</p>

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