Tips for Traveling with Home Oxygen in the Summer

Traveling with an oxygen concentrator in summer can be difficult due to the effects of heat and humidity on oxygen equipment. To reduce the stress caused by traveling with your home oxygenated, we have a few tips that will make using your home oxygen easier, safer and more comfortable this summer! 1. Make a plan Planning is helpful when traveling with portable oxygen. Knowing exactly where and when you will be there allows you to know in advance whether it is a safe place for you and your portable oxygen. It also gives you time to arrange accommodation or move if necessary, so you don't have any problems during your trip. 2. Travel policy research Doing research beforehand can help you learn more about guidelines and what to do with your oxygen equipment while traveling. If you are traveling by plane, it is important to discuss this with your airline and see what policies and rules apply. You can find examples of airline policies you may encounter here. If you are driving, you can...