Take Caution When Traveling

Summer has always been the ideal time to take some vacation time to relax with loved ones. But take caution when traveling! A recent planned trip with girlfriends to New York was going to provide me with some very much needed "me time". Unfortunately, our plans have been changed slightly thanks to: Bed Bugs!!!!! A girlfriend of mine was tipped at work that there is an infestation on the rise in New York City. And after doing much internet research, I came upon the conclusion that other than hoping for the best there is nothing in my control to assist relieving the problem. Here is a blog post from a local paper called the Village Voice I found dated March 19, 2009. Running Scared Apparently, it's become such a problem that New York City has issued a Bed Bug Advisory Board. Even the New York Times has given some attention to the issue. Personal Health

Take some time and look into the Department of Health website of whichever city you may be visiting. It may prove some insight on the fun factor of your vacation