Advice on traveling #38; exploring your travel nurse, tech, #38; therapy assignment locales - Healthcare Traveler

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Calling All Travelers:

Paws for Thought.
Do you have a question about healthcare travel with pets? E-mail it to Group Editor Patty Lederman, and it could be answered in Healthcare Traveler magazine.

You Said It.
If you use a GPS navigation device, how has it influenced your travels? E-mail your answers to Managing Editor Bobbi Harrison, and your remarks could be published.

Travel Tips for Nurses, Techs, & Therapists
  • Give big, gain big on a volunteer vacation


    How would you describe the perfect getaway? Whether you prefer beaches, mountains, or something in between, a volunteer vacation can present you with the ultimate escape.

    Street smart: Traveling healthcare providers practice personal safety on the road


    Traveling nurses, therapists, and technologists can avoid danger and practice self defense on the road.

    Air travel and "a la carte" pricing: What traveling healthcare professionals can expect


    Traveling healthcare professionals should be aware that many U.S. airlines are increasing fees for checked luggage, preferred seating, food and beverages, and comfort amenities.

    Traveling healthcare providers attend concerts solo


    Traveling nurses, therapists, & technologists might attend a concert for something fun to do solo in a new city

    Searching for Shakespeare


    Here, we are pleased to showcase a sampling of Shakespearian companies and events throughout the United States.

    On the road to savings


    Traveling healthcare professionals can implement quite a few strategies to improve gas mileage and keep more money in their pockets.

    Animal attraction


    Visiting animal habitats in your assignment locale is a beneficial way to contribute to a good cause and acclimate yourself to your temporary home away from home. Read on to discover some of the most interesting animal encounters you may experience while on assignment.

    A capital idea


    For those of us with dusty geography skills, Healthcare Traveler samples some of the smaller U.S. capital cities.

    Let the parades pass you by!


    Here, Healthcare Traveler brings you a sampling of parades to catch during your travels in the U.S.

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What Do You Think?
Which types of regional influences most affect the types of health conditions you encounter?
A. Weather (climate-related injuries, trauma from storms)
B. Local industry (agricultural, manufacturing)
C. Natural attractions (mountain- or beach-related conditions)
D. Cultural diversity of area
E. Age of patient population
A. Weather (climate-related injuries, trauma from storms)
82%
B. Local industry (agricultural, manufacturing)
3%
C. Natural attractions (mountain- or beach-related conditions)
4%
D. Cultural diversity of area
6%
E. Age of patient population
6%
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