Travellers, make sure you move about to stop the clot


By AGENCY
Compression stockings are one way of helping to prevent blood clots from forming in our blood vessels due to prolonged sitting while travelling. — dpa

Did you know that having a window seat during a long plane or bus ride is comparatively risky?

No, it’s not because you could get sunburn, but because you probably won’t stand up and stretch your legs much.

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