Deep Vein Thrombosis and Travel: Common FAQs
12/9/2015
One of the most overlooked travel illnesses is deep vein thrombosis, aka DVT. Roughly 1 in 1,000 people will experience DVT each year, and research has shown that anyone sitting in one place for longer than four hours, such as during a long flight, can be at risk. The CDC is working to raise awareness, but it’s important to know the facts and how you can prevent it while traveling.