Worried about getting sick on your next trip? Read Christopher Elliott’s MSNBC column to get some hints and tips on avoiding the bug. Most of his tips are common sense, but one in particular got my attention:
Never order tea or coffee on a flight
The water your airline uses comes from municipal water stored in the aircraft’s water tank, according to my colleague, flight attendant James Wysong. A recent test by the Environmental Protection Agency found dangerous levels of bacteria on about 15 percent of planes. Better stick to bottled water.
For some additional information on how to stay healthy when traveling, check out these handy books on Amazon.com:
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