2020 Issue 6 Nov/Dec - Focus Mid-Tenn Magazine

health+wellness
Traveling during the pandemic
by Sydney Moxley
Eight months ago, COVID-19 put the world on pause. As the
realization that life as we knew it would change forever, the
priority became staying at home as often as possible; travel
was the last thing on our minds. Since then, there’ve been more
than 220,000 deaths and over seven million cases in the United
States alone, making it seem like air travel is as dangerous as ever.
And if you’re brave enough to take a flight, your trip brings with it a
certain stigma of recklessness, even despite precautions.
I myself have taken four trips via air, as well as a few
small road trips, since March, which may very well
make me seem careless or ignorant of the pandemic
ravaging the world right now. However, let me assure
you that I’ve taken great care in my travels to keep
myself and everyone else safe. With the holidays fast
approaching, you may be wondering if flying could be
possible for you now that regulations are being lifted.
I believe that with the proper safety measures, travel,
specifically air travel, can be possible for many.
As a note of caution, this is a very personal decision
that takes into consideration many factors, including
age, pre existing conditions, duration of flights,
accommodations while traveling, and much more. I
can’t make any recommendations for anyone; I can
only say what I’ve done and experienced. Please
do what you personally feel is best when making
the decision to fly this holiday season to keep you
and your family safe and healthy. If you’re in doubt,
consult with your physician.
Safety at the Airport
Because the pandemic has left many unwilling
to fly, airports have become quite pleasant.
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