Published on Nov 17, 2025 | 3:27 PM
Share Article :
Thanksgiving is one of the busiest travel weeks of the year. Airports, highways, and train stations are packed with people heading home for the holiday. But with all that movement comes a downside—higher exposure to germs. Colds, flu, RSV, and stomach bugs spread easily in crowded spaces, and nothing ruins a holiday gathering faster than getting sick.
Here are 10 proven health hacks to keep yourself and your loved ones germ-free while traveling this Thanksgiving.
Your first line of protection starts before you even board the plane or car.
Think of this as strengthening your “immune shield” before you enter crowded environments.
Holiday travel is full of high-touch surfaces, so small habits can make a big difference.
These small steps reduce your chances of catching—and spreading—holiday illnesses.
Even after you reach your destination, it’s worth staying mindful.
These steps show care for both your health and the people you’re visiting.
Sometimes, even with the best precautions, illness happens. Whether it’s a sore throat, sinus infection, or last-minute prescription refill, CallOnDoc can connect you with a provider in minutes. Quick, affordable care from anywhere means your holiday doesn’t get sidelined by sickness.
Shelly House, FNP, is a Family Nurse Practitioner and Call-On-Doc’s trusted medical education voice. With extensive experience in telehealth and patient-centered care, Ms. House is dedicated to making complex health topics simple and accessible. Through evidence-based content, provider collaboration, and a passion for empowering patients, her mission is to break down barriers to healthcare by delivering clear, compassionate, and practical medical guidance.
Why is Washing your Hands so Important?
Keeping your hands clean can significantly reduce the risk of getting ill, especially when upper respiratory viruses are prevalent. Not just meant for keeping your hands clean, washing your hands helps you stay healthy!
Jul 09, 2022 | 10:08 AM
Read More
Can I Refill a Prescription While Traveling?
Traveling for Spring Break, or any holiday, can test even the most effective planners. Not only do you have to plan out your trip, devise a budget, and get the best deals, but in 2024, you’ll be doing it alongside millions of Americans, as 13% of adults in the United States are planning a trip during spring break. (1) While you can normally plan around the most common travel irritants, forgetting your prescription or needing a doctor fast can ruin any well-laid plans. Fortunately, Call-On-Doc has got you and your family covered by offering an easy way to get your prescription refill throughout the United States. Great for those traveling and needing a doctor or quick refill.
Mar 07, 2024 | 10:01 AM
Read More
What Are the Chances of Getting an STD or STI While Traveling?
When exploring new destinations, it’s common for travelers to embrace new experiences, including romantic encounters. In fact, about one in three travelers will engage in sexual activity with a new partner while traveling.1
While these experiences can create lasting memories, they also bring a heightened risk of exposure to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), making it essential to understand the factors that impact your chances and how to protect your health while traveling.
Mar 14, 2024 | 11:42 AM
Read More
Why is Washing your Hands so Important?
Keeping your hands clean can significantly reduce the risk of getting ill, especially when upper respiratory viruses are prevalent. Not just meant for keeping your hands clean, washing your hands helps you stay healthy!
Jul 09, 2022 | 10:08 AM
Can I Refill a Prescription While Traveling?
Traveling for Spring Break, or any holiday, can test even the most effective planners. Not only do you have to plan out your trip, devise a budget, and get the best deals, but in 2024, you’ll be doing it alongside millions of Americans, as 13% of adults in the United States are planning a trip during spring break. (1) While you can normally plan around the most common travel irritants, forgetting your prescription or needing a doctor fast can ruin any well-laid plans. Fortunately, Call-On-Doc has got you and your family covered by offering an easy way to get your prescription refill throughout the United States. Great for those traveling and needing a doctor or quick refill.
Mar 07, 2024 | 10:01 AM
What Are the Chances of Getting an STD or STI While Traveling?
When exploring new destinations, it’s common for travelers to embrace new experiences, including romantic encounters. In fact, about one in three travelers will engage in sexual activity with a new partner while traveling.1
While these experiences can create lasting memories, they also bring a heightened risk of exposure to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), making it essential to understand the factors that impact your chances and how to protect your health while traveling.
Mar 14, 2024 | 11:42 AM
Feedback from our amazing patients!
"I can’t believe I did not know about this kind of service! This was absolutely perfect for my health concern and they were able to provide me with the necessary medication and with such cinch. Completely recommended this service. For minor health concerns, this can save you an unnecessary and costly trip to an urgent care center."
"Amazing!! Easy and fast! I didn’t have to take my 4 year old into an urgent care where only god knows what germs are there. The doctor sent the script right to my pharmacy within minutes!!!"
"I would give 10 stars if I could! CallonDoc is literally the reason I am recovering instead of suffering as I write this. I was skeptical at first, but I’m not kidding when I tell you I got prescribed my antibiotics and picked it up at the pharmacy within 2 hours. So instead of waiting & paying around 300$...I paid 40$!! I’m very pleased."
Be the first to know when we offer deals.
Want to learn about a specific topic or condition?