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Medical Minute: Important reminders for a safe and healthy Spring Break

By Heidi Prescott Published Mar 05, 2024

Headed on Spring Break? Here’s a short list of reminders to keep you from becoming fatigued, dehydrated, sunburnt, or worse yet, sick from a tick- or mosquito-borne illness, infection or virus. No matter where you’re traveling, Dr. Jason Marker, associate director, Memorial Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program, hopes you will keep these tips in mind to stay safe and healthy.

About Heidi Prescott

Heidi Prescott leads media relations and patient storytelling for the northern Indiana region of Beacon Health System, bringing more than 25 years of journalism experience to healthcare communications. She knows how to find the human angle in complex topics and connect those compelling narratives with readers. When steps away from the keyboard, you'll find her outside following butterflies, watching birds or just enjoying the sun.