If you are going to spend a long time in a foreign country—for education or work, for example—have a plan to protect your health while you are away from home.
Find a healthcare destination Before you go, get checkups from your regular doctor and dentist to make sure everything’s in good shape. You still might need care while you are gone, so plan in advance where you will go if you get sick or are hurt. Do not forget to take any routine medicine (such as drugs for high blood pressure or an asthma inhaler).
Avoid injuries The number one cause of preventable death in travelers is injuries, particularly traffic accidents. Always wear a seatbelt, be careful when crossing the street (especially in countries where they drive on the other side). Another major cause of death is drowning, so take precautions when swimming, diving, or boating.
Get vaccinated and preventive medicine Talk to your doctor about what shots you might need to prepare for your trip. You might need booster shots of routine vaccines or travel-related vaccines or preventive drug such as for malaria, depending on your destination. Travelers’ diarrhea is very common in long-term travelers. Be careful about what you eat and drink, and ask your doctor about taking an antibiotic in case you do get sick.
Source - The Daily Star

