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  1. Diane Kinney

    Health Issues ☹

    Hi Frank, in 2015 I met a Danish couple waiting for a bus. The gentleman had heart issues but the Camino was a long time goal and he still wanted to go. With his doctor’s blessing, he and his wife set off to do a Camino she planned with her husband’s health in mind. They walked everyday for no...
  2. Diane Kinney

    Ok I’ll just say it...bladder leaks

    Welcome to the forum. Have you thought of incontinence underwear? Not the disposable kind but ones that offer protection for moderate bladder leakage? If you google you can find at least two brands. They are not cheap but wonder if in the long run they don’t work out cheaper and certainly better...
  3. Diane Kinney

    Stomach bug that won't go away, need help.

    In China last year I had travellers tummy. I did use amodium. We were on a tour so sometimes the expedient solution is what is needed. However it did prolong the "bug". But if you have the luxury of a day or two go with BRAT (banana, rice, spplesauce and toast). No vino tinto or cafe con leche...
  4. Diane Kinney

    Wealthy (no) Wise (not really) and Healthy (Yes!)

    Hi Mike. You are right many preexisting conditions preclude coverage with private/group policies. Check to see if your credit card provides you with coverage and what if any exclusions there are with travel insurance provided by the airline.
  5. Diane Kinney

    Just back from doing first aid and "female" footwear!

    I spent a week in Paris and walked at least 15 km every day; one day 25k. Wore flip flops all the time and my feet felt great! One my first Camino wore trail shoes that were too small and lost two toe nails. Spent the rest of the Camino in hiking sandals and socks for walking and flip flops at...
  6. Diane Kinney

    I have a problem

    Ian, this is your Camino and the only persons' opinion that matters is yours. Last year due to one of my companions very painful torn plantar fascia, we arranged to transport two bags worth between five of us, thereby reducing all our loads. While we only stayed in private albergues, we never...

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