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🦠 Covid & the Camino

Discussion on how COVID-19 might affect your Camino
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COVID Is Covid still an issue and how to deal with it ...

Water and Hydration

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Is tap water safe to drink in Portugal?

Managing Disabilities on the Camino

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Walking With Facet Joint Osteoarthritis

First Aid & Blisters

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Medical help and injuries on the Camino

Some tips on how to deal with medical help on the camino
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Mental challenges

Some tips on the mental challenges on the Camino
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Social anxiety on the camimo

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Some tips on how to train and keep fit for a Camino
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