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June, 2020. Time to get on with life?

Transplants | Last Active: Jul 21, 2020 | Replies (16)

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@stephanierp

Hello! I recently traveled from Indiana to Utah to help move our daughter. I was concerned but could not miss this rite of passage with my child! I traveled with masks, gloves and a big can of Lysol, which is how I entered every restroom. The restrooms along the way were cleaner than I had ever seen them, though I still sprayed Lysol on every surface:) I took gloves off at the sink, washed hands, then used paper towel to turn off faucets and on handles while exiting the restroom. We did not eat in restaurants, but chose outdoor nature locations. I used Lysol on all hotel surfaces, including TV remotes. We all brought our own pillows from home and only visited National Parks rather than any indoor activities. I was extra vigilant because I am only four months post transplant. I am so grateful that I was able to go! Traveling West was beautiful and inspiring! I think with extra thought and planning, you will find a travel method that makes sense for you and allows you to take on your new adventure as safely as possible! Happy Trails!

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Thank you for sharing your story. Lysol to the rescue! Our travel is a little different. I live with my wife (and the donor of my first kidney in 1987) in a 28’ RV. We have our own bathroom, bedroom, kitchen and living space. For this trip we are going to isolate-on-the-road. We’ll stop to camp overnight in state and private parks I reserved (mostly because it’s ridiculously hot in July). We won’t buy groceries or eat out. We will buy gas at the pump. When we meet up with our beloved friends, we know they will have been isolating as well - so will feel safe enough for masks and 10’ distancing.
Glad your daughter got moved successfully.
I’ve been using hand sanitizer, Lysol, Clorox wipes and masks to travel for the last 30+ years and will tell you that your vigilance will pay off. I am rarely sick from flu, colds or the usual stomach bugs because I am a fierce advocate for my immune status! “Will you please wash your hands before you pick up the cone to scoop my ice cream, please?”