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In addition to the typical travel headaches, people with cystic fibrosis must also consider other things related to their health. This section will discuss ways to be as prepared as possible for your trip so that you can spend less time on travel hassles and more time enjoying yourself.

Everyone needs a break from time to time. In fact, sometimes a family trip or a getaway with friends is just what the doctor ordered. In this section, we'll discuss ways to manage your CF while traveling so that you return home as healthy as when you left.

Overseas travel can be a challenge, even for the most experienced of travelers. If you have cystic fibrosis and are considering traveling abroad, early planning can help.

If you have cystic fibrosis-related diabetes (CFRD), the following are some tips to help you manage your treatment while traveling. 

Check in with your cystic fibrosis care team several months before your trip.

Buying travel insurance can be a confusing part of planning your international travel adventure. But for people with cystic fibrosis, it's a must.

You may need vaccines, depending on where you are going. 

There are many things you can do to help reduce the risk of getting or spreading germs while traveling.

If you need to travel with oxygen, let your airline know at the time you book your ticket.