36 ~ Sunday, September 21, 1986 - North Shore News Travel - Seniors should visit doctor before flight From Page 35 the wise traveller asks a few ques- tions such as: What kind ‘of hours per day are we looking at? (If each day starts at 6 a.m. and ends at midnight you may wish you'd stayed home.) Are there days when I can book off without getting left behind? (Some tours include 21 days with 21 different hotels.) How much walking is involved? (Sorae people in their eighties are still climbing mountains. Others aren't.) It’s often better to find your own way to a starting point and then book various shorter tours from there. Insurance: Trip cancellation in- surance is a must for every travel- ler, especially the youngest and oldest. Extenaed medical coverage is also a mus’ for every traveller, but seniors shou'd be especially aware of a clause taat appears in almost all policies: The insurance com- pany is not liable for any recur- rence of an illness or injury that was treated in the six months prior to your purchase of the policy. In-Flight: A visit to your doctor before attempting a long flight is essential. As we age some of our systems start showing signs of wear and tear. The problem may not be ob- vious on the ground, but may come to the surface somewhere over Omaha. Two very common problems are the swelling of hands and feet and ear blockages. Everyone can be af- fected, but it may be more trou- blesome in older travellers. If your digestion is a little tricky the doctor may provide some medication to avert catastrophies. 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