According to AAA, an estimated 54.3 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more this Thanksgiving, and the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) is offering tips to help you stay healthy on your holiday trips. The department advises travelers to ensure they are up to date on an necessary vaccination and to check for any important health issues that may exist at their destination before leaving. Many people will bring food along with them in the car, which can pose an increased risk of causing a food-borne illness if not kept at safe temperatures. Depending on the destination, the department also recommends drinking only sealed beverages and avoiding ice that has likely been made with tap water. For more safe travel tips, follow the link included with this story on our website.
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https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/traveling-holidays
