Health, Safety, and Wellness

You are in the U.S. to have an incredible experience! You will work hard and it may be challenging, but you will also have a lot of fun with new friends, travel and adventure. However, being in a new environment with a busy schedule, it is essential that you take care of your health and well-being so that you don’t get sick. Here are a few tips on staying healthy:

• Exercise three times a week, 20 to 30 minutes per day.
• Drink plenty of water.
• Sleep at least six to eight hours each night.
• Don’t skip breakfast.
• Limit consumption of unhealthy snacks, soda, and alcohol.
• Include plenty of fruits and vegetables in your diet.
• Do not abuse drugs of any kind (Remember, all drug use is prohibited by federal law in the U.S.).
• Remember to bring and take any prescribed medications, as the cost for prescriptions in the U.S. can be very expensive.
• Visit the doctor if you are feeling sick. However, go to the Emergency Room at the local hospital ONLY if you are seriously sick or injured. If you go to the
• Emergency Room and you are not admitted to the hospital, you will be responsible for a large co-pay.

For even more health tips:

• Protect Yourself from Communicable Diseases