No one will help you when a medical emergency occurs overseas. You must prioritize your health to cope with a busy life. Here are some quick tips to get through physical health maintenance.
1. Research: you must research the local healthcare system, including its emergency services.
2. Stay insured: get yourself insured before anything else overseas.
3. Find a doctor: Identify local doctors who understand and speak your language.
4. Stay updated with vaccinations: stay in touch with your doctor and learn about the latest vaccines.
5. Memorize local health procedures: memorize the emergency numbers of your host country.
6. Maintain a healthy lifestyle: stick to your daily exercise routine, have a balanced diet, and maintain a healthy sleep cycle.
7. Stay hydrated: you must always carry a water bottle and stay hydrated.
8. Carry a first aid kit: Make yourself a health kit and add paracetamols, painkillers, personalized medicines, and bandages.
9. Refrain from being homesick: Keep in touch with family and friends for emotional support.
