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Spotlight: Traveling with Endo

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By Pam Kingsland

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Summer is in full swing and you know what that means – travel! Chronic illnesses like endo bring a whole new set of trials to travel, whether it’s just across town or around the world, and can impact vacations and everyday travels in a big way. This month we’ll be sharing some tips and tricks from our advocates and community members, but we also want to hear your stories, so be sure to share!

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Why I Love Road Trips
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When I go on vacation or visit family, I prefer to hop in the car. My husband and I will drive 18 hours to get to our destination. Why? Because I get a cold almost every time I fly, especially if it’s the week before my period... READ MORE

How to Stay Hydrated When Flying
By Alene Brennan
Staying properly hydrated can be challenging on a good day, let alone a day that you’re traveling with limited access to water. But flying is one of the most important times to keep the body replenished with water... READ MORE

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