Best Tips to Avoid Falling Sick When You Fly
By siliconindia   |   Friday, 23 December 2011, 23:08 IST
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Best Tips to Avoid Falling Sick When You Fly
Bangalore: Sometimes an airplane journey can turn to be a hot bed of sickness. You will get in contact with more people during your flight, thus the risk of falling sick is also high. The problem arose when it comes to the airlines' practice of mixing re-circulated air with fresh air. Research shows there are more chances for an airplane passenger to catch a cold during a flight than during normal daily life. Instead of worrying about the deceases, you can take certain tips to protect yourself. Here you can find some best tips to protect yourself against cold and flu viruses while you're flying. Stay hydrated: Try to drink a bottle of water before you get on the flight. Starting your journey well hydrated can keep your mucus membranes in the nose and throat tacky and will get it ready to fight germs. You can carry water bottles if you do not like buying bottled water. Use nose protection: Airborne germs are prone to develop cold virus infection. Even if the limited amount of air on a plane is germ-free, it is better to prevent the germs from getting to you. Researches say the antibacterial action of Neosporin is unlikely to present much of a barrier when used in this way, but it never hurts to moisturize the inside of the nose. Avoid in-flight meals: Take precautions against food-borne bacteria by avoiding in-flight foods .In 2010 the FDA issued a warning about food-borne illness from airplane food, reporting that cockroaches, ants, flies, and debris had been found during an inspection. Make sure your meals are served hot, if your meal is not properly heated, send it back. The best thing is to bring food from home to avoid further problems. Beware your fellow passengers: If one person is infected of flu, there are chances that others can also get it. If you found your fellow passenger to be a germ dispenser, you can ask the flight attendant if you can move. Try not to tip your seat back if someone behind you is coughing or sneezing. Disinfect yourself and surroundings: Rhinoviruses that cause the common cold can live up to three hours on shared surfaces like armrests, tray tables, and bathroom door handles. Remove the used tissues or discarded napkins from your place. It is always advised to use a tissue while you touch public surfaces. Fight for your right to fresh air: Do not close the air vent because of the icy breeze. Closing air vent can create lack of circulating ventilation and this is one of the main reasons airplanes are safe havens for germs. If you're on a delayed flight and the air go off, remind flight attendants to turn on the ventilation.

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