Headbands that convert into scarves are a great option for safaris. They'll keep sweat off your face if you're hiking or walking, but you can also use them as a scarf to keep dust out of your face. Companies like Columbia have these types of headbands. You'll be spending a lot of time in the sun, even if you're on safari in the winter. Make sure you take along a sunhat that protects your head, face, and neck from sunburn. Even with a hat, the rest of our body can be susceptible to sunburn. Sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 should work well. You can wear your everyday shoes around your hotel, but you'll need something sturdier when you're actually out on safari. Hiking boots that come above your ankle and are waterproof are your best bet.
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One-sentence summary -- Select a headband that prevents sweat and dust. Pick a sunhat. Take sunscreen. Choose hiking boots.


treatment protocol. The most effective treatment protocol for minor musculoskeletal injuries (including stress fractures) is abbreviated R.I.C.E. and stands for rest, ice, compression and elevation. The first step is rest — temporarily stop all activity that involves your injured foot in order to address your injury. Next, cold therapy (ice wrapped in a thin towel or frozen gel packs) should be applied to the broken toe as soon as possible in order to stop any internal bleeding and reduce inflammation, preferably while your leg is elevated on a chair or stack of pillows (which also combats inflammation). Ice should be applied for 10-15 minutes every hour, then reduce the frequency as the pain and swelling subside over the course of a few days. Compressing the ice against your foot with a compression bandage or elastic support will also help control the inflammation.  Don't tie the compression bandage too tight or leave it on for more than 15 minutes at a time because complete restriction of blood flow could cause more damage to your foot. Most uncomplicated broken toes heal well, usually within four to six weeks, at which time you can slowly resume athletic activities. Your doctor may recommend anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen, naproxen or aspirin, or regular analgesics (painkillers) such as acetaminophen to help combat the inflammation and pain associated with your toe injury. These medications tend to be hard on your stomach, liver and kidneys, so they shouldn't be taken for more than two weeks at a time. Tape your broken toe to an adjacent uninjured toe (called buddy taping) for support and to assist realigning it if it's somewhat crooked (speak with your doctor first if your toe appears crooked). Thoroughly clean your toes and feet with alcohol wipes and then use strong medical-grade tape that's preferably waterproof so it can withstand showering. Change the tape every few days over the course of a few weeks.  Consider putting some gauze or felt in between your toes before taping them together in order to prevent skin irritation. To make a simple, homemade splint for additional support, place trimmed Popsicle sticks on both sides of your toes before taping them together. If you're unable to tape your own toes, then ask your family doctor, specialist, chiropractor, podiatrist or physical therapist for assistance. Immediately after your toe injury, switch to comfortable-fitting shoes that have plenty of room in the toe cap in order to accommodate the swelling and the taping. Choose hard-soled, supportive and sturdy shoes over more trendy types and avoid wearing high heels for at least a few months, because they push your weight forward and severely crowd the toes. Supportive open-toed sandals may be used if the inflammation is excessive, but remember that they don't offer any toe protection.
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One-sentence summary -- Utilize the R.I.C.E. Take over-the-counter medications. Tape your toes for support. Wear comfortable shoes for four to six weeks.


Use a container that is large enough for your items, yet small enough to not present a weight burden. It needs to be self-contained and waterproof. A travel micro-organizer works well and contains zip pockets to make organizing easier. Or, you can use a generic plastic container with a sealable lid.  A money deposit bag is another option. It has a zip opening and is sturdy. You can purchase one at your local office supply store. Other people prefer using a coffee can that can double as a water boiler.  A one or two-gallon plastic freezer bag is another option. You can use quart baggies or pill baggies for smaller items, such as medications. However, be careful as this system can get disorganized quickly and the bags can puncture. Go to the travel aisle in your local drugstore or grocery store. Look for small container versions of the medications that you need. If a package is larger, but smaller pieces can be taken out, like with Band-Aid boxes, that is okay too. Weight is always a consideration when hiking so, when in doubt, go with the miniature version of items. If a small version of a particular medication is not available, don’t worry. You can get the standard size and then remove the pills that you want and place them in a pill baggy in your kit. Group items according to usage. Medications should all go together. Topical creams should be near to one another. Bandages should be stacked and stored together. This will make it easier to pull out exactly what you need in the event of an emergency. There are many great pre-packaged kits available online and in stores. After you receive your kit, take an inventory of what is inside. Discard any items that you feel are not useful for you. Add other items to fit your unique hiking needs and medical situation. For example, if you react badly to Advil, you may want to toss it out and consider another anti-inflammatory medication. If you will be hiking with children you want to take care that they do not have access to your kit and the medications contained therein. You may want to purchase a kit bag that will allow you to lock it through the zipper area, or another access hole.
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Choose a container for your kit. Purchase travel sized or sample-sized medications. Place similar items together when packing. Personalize your pre-packaged kit. Add locks, if needed.