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Published on: Jun 10, 2021
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By: Dr Rachana Choudhary

How To Travel Safely During COVID Times.

As more people are vaccinated for COVID-19, many are looking forward to being able to travel again. While many restrictions have been lifted, COVID-19 has not gone away. So how safe is it to travel?

Vaccination- So what is the most important step to ensuring safe travel Without a doubt, the most important thing people can do to protect themselves is to get vaccinated for COVID-19. I recommend that all eligible people get vaccinated for COVID-19. That is going to dramatically decrease your risk of getting infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and also dramatically decrease the risk that even if you were infected, you could transmit it to others.

Masks – The most important thing is to know if fully vaccinated travelers still required to wear a mask on an airplane. Yes, because we still have a considerable number of people in who are not vaccinated yet. And on airplanes, people are in close proximity for a longer period of time.

Beyond getting vaccinated for COVID-19 and wearing a mask in airports, and on planes, buses, and trains it's also still important to practice good hand hygiene and keep your area clean with disinfectant wipes.

Monitor Symptoms & Quarantine - What steps should we take when you return from travel? When people return from travel, some may wonder whether they should be tested for COVID-19. The need to test depends on where they're traveling from. There's no need to be tested and there's need to quarantine. Most importantly we should continue to monitor for symptoms.

If at any time during or after travel people start to develop symptoms that are consistent with COVID-19, such as, fever, shortness of breath, or loss of taste or smell, they should be evaluated by a provider and likely be tested for COVID-19.

What should people who are traveling with children do?

For families looking to plan a summer getaway with children who are not yet eligible to be vaccinated for COVID-19, they can still travel safely. It just takes a little bit of thought and planning. If you have children who are unvaccinated, that is probably not the time to bring them to areas where lots of people are congregating because we know they're still at risk of getting infected with COVID-19 if other people in that area are not vaccinated for COVID-19 and can transmit the virus. Even if your children are fastidious masking, there's still a risk.

If you have unvaccinated children, I think it's still safe to fly. But of course, they will always be masked. If you go to places that are more outdoors in more open space, where you're not congregated with lots of other people, I think it's very safe. You just have to think through the steps of what's going to happen on the vacation and position things so that you're not putting your unvaccinated children at risk."

Whether traveling or just attending events with large amounts of people, the bottom line is precautions still need to be taken.

We still do have people getting infected with COVID-19. We still have people being hospitalized. And, unfortunately, we still have people who are dying, as well. So, we're not completely done with this. We still have to be careful.

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Remote Expert Medical Consultation in India: Redefining Access to Specialised Healthcare

Remote healthcare has transformed the way patients in India access medical expertise. With increasing digital adoption, people no longer need to travel long distances, wait in clinics or postpone care due to scheduling challenges. Remote expert medical consultation offers a seamless, efficient and reliable way to connect with specialists across the country.

SecondMedic integrates digital platforms, AI-supported insights and specialist networks to deliver personalised medical guidance to every individual, regardless of location.

Why Remote Consultations Are Growing in India

1. Rising Need for Specialist Access

India faces a shortage of specialists across neurology, oncology, cardiology and endocrinology.
NITI Aayog reports significant disparities between rural and urban access.

2. Convenience for Patients

Remote consultations avoid:

Travel
Long queues
Waiting times
Exposure to infections

3. Increasing Chronic Diseases

ICMR data shows rising cases of diabetes, hypertension, asthma and mental health concerns requiring frequent follow-ups.

4. Digital Health Growth

According to Statista, India’s digital health market is expanding rapidly due to smartphone penetration and telemedicine adoption.

What Happens in a Remote Expert Consultation?

Medical History Review

Doctors understand:

Symptoms
Past conditions
Medications
Lifestyle factors

Report Analysis

Experts review:

Blood tests
Imaging
Specialist notes
Vital trends

Diagnosis Clarification

Doctors explain conditions in easy language, reducing confusion.

Treatment Guidance

Includes:

Medication adjustments
Lifestyle changes
Further tests
Specialist referral

Continuous Monitoring

AI tools analyse progress and flag abnormal patterns.

Conditions Commonly Managed Through Remote Consultations

Chronic Diseases

Diabetes
Hypertension
Thyroid disorders
PCOS

Neurology

Migraines
Nerve pain
Seizures

Cardiology

Palpitations
BP fluctuations

Oncology

Report reviews
Treatment decisions

General Health

Fever
Digestive issues
Allergies

Benefits of Remote Expert Medical Consultation

1. National Access to Top Doctors

Patients can consult specialists who might not be available locally.

2. Faster Medical Decisions

Early decisions prevent complications.

3. Cost-Effective

Reduces travel, hospital visits and emergency room costs.

4. Better Follow-Up Care

Remote monitoring ensures continuity.

5. AI-Supported Personalisation

AI analyses:

Lifestyle data
Symptoms
Vitals
Lab trends

This helps doctors make more accurate recommendations.

Example Use Case

A patient with recurring chest discomfort uploads ECG and reports.
SecondMedic cardiologist identifies:

Stress-induced variations
No critical abnormalities

Recommendation:

Lifestyle changes
Follow-up tests
Stress management

Remote consultation prevented unnecessary hospitalisation.

Conclusion

Remote expert medical consultations are transforming healthcare access across India. With digital convenience, specialist availability and AI-driven insights, patients receive timely, accurate and personalised medical guidance.

SecondMedic leads this transformation by delivering expert-led digital care that supports preventive and long-term wellness for individuals nationwide.

References

• ICMR - Chronic Diseases & Remote Follow-Up Study
• National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) - Healthcare Access Patterns
• NITI Aayog - Telemedicine & Digital Health Blueprint
• WHO Digital Health & Remote Consultation Guidelines
• Lancet Digital Health - Telemedicine Effectiveness Research
• Statista India - Online Consultations & Digital Health Growth
• EY-FICCI - Telehealth Adoption & Specialist Access Report

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