- 1 in 7 young women have sex with more than one person while they're on holiday - up to 40% say they don't use a condom. This could put you at risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
- 54% of 16-to 24-year-old women use sunbeds to get a pre-holiday tan. Opt for good old fake tan instead and reduce your risk of skin cancer, which is now the eighth most common out of 24 types of cancer.
- 1 in 10 long-haul travelers has been found to have small, symptomless blood clots, which could grow into larger, more dangerous ones. If you are going on a long-haul flight, get yourself a pair of compression socks, and make sure you get up and move about regularly.
- 0.004 millisieverts is the tiny dose of radiation you get per hour flying long haul. As there is far more radiation at altitude than at sea level, women in early pregnancy should avoid frequent flying.
- 3 litres to 4 litres of water per day is how much you need to stay hydrated when you're out sightseeing in hot climes (that's six to eight small bottles). Drink at least 500ml of water every three hours on a long-haul flight to avoid dehydration.
- 2,000 people a year return to the UK with malaria. You should start taking malaria tablets before you go, and continue while you're away and up to a month after you are back.
- 71 is the average amount of units drunk by young women on a week's holiday, says a recent survey. That's five times the recommended amount, which could have serious health consequences.
- 80% of visitors get a tummy upset in some parts of India. Drink only bottled water and clean your teeth with it, and avoid ice, salads and peeled fruits.
- 7lb is the average amount of weight gained on holiday. Step away from the buffet...
- 1tsp of sunscreen is how much you should apply to each of your arms and legs. Use this sort of coverage as a guide for the rest of your body.
Merry Christmas from all of us at StayingHealthyPlus!
Enjoy but stay healthy.
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