Tips about Epcot and Health

All Resorts - If you have diabetes, let the cast member know that you will need a special container for used medical supplies when you check in to your hotel. After checking in at Boardwalk, within 10 minutes housekeeping was at our door with a small haz-mat container. One less thing to worry about! - Judy Peek

ALL PARKS - Just a reminder to check when counter service restaurants close. We were at Disney's Hollywood Studios three weeks ago, counting on eating our meal at one of the counter service restaurants. All were closed by 8:15, except for the one closest to Fantasmic, so we had to eat at Mama Melrose's and pay $150. It was a lovely meal, but we were on the dining plan and had carefully planned when to use our dining credits. - Ellen

I saw in your tips that someone mentioned buying disposable earplugs for their children who don't like loud noises. As an audiologist I would like to recommend contacting your local audiologist and getting Swim Plugs prior to your visit. They're custom-made earplugs in vibrant colors with a cord to keep them together, and they float! That way you get double duty: they reduce sound while in the parks and keep your ears dry while swimming. - Cristin Richards

I wanted to remind Walt Disney World visitors about what a wonderful resource the first aid stations are at the Disney theme parks. At no charge, they can give you temporary help with many minor health issues. I had been bitten by insects called "no-see-ums" while birding at the shore the day before and the itching was so intense I was driven to distraction. The very kind nurse at the Animal Kingdom First Aid Station gave me several individual packets of an antihistamine/antiseptic gel to apply to the bites. This saved me from having to leave the park and go directly to a pharmacy. Don't hesitate to visit a Disney first aid station for some TLC should you need it. - Debbie Gneshin

Epcot - I just wanted to let you know there is now an additional place to get kosher food in Epcot. It is at the Electric Umbrella restaurant in Future World. This is helpful, because if you need the kosher food, you don't have to go all the way to the American Adventure's Liberty Inn in World Showcase. - Michael Lorch

Epcot - I just wanted to let you know there is now an additional place to get kosher food in Epcot. It is at the Electric Umbrella restaurant in Future World. This is helpful, because if you need the kosher food, you don't have to go all the way to the American Adventure's Liberty Inn in World Showcase. - Michael Lorch

Epcot - If the crowds are large and you didn't get to a good spot three hours early to watch IllumiNations, there is a restroom as you enter Norway. Across from the restrooms is a bench that provides a nice place to sit and watch IllumiNations. You can't see everything, but you're away from the crowds and you can see the globe and fireworks away from everyone on a comfy spot. - Anthony

Epcot - If the crowds are large and you didn't get to a good spot three hours early to watch IllumiNations, there is a restroom as you enter Norway. Across from the restrooms is a bench that provides a nice place to sit and watch IllumiNations. You can't see everything, but you're away from the crowds and you can see the globe and fireworks away from everyone on a comfy spot. - Anthony

Did you know that you can now make doctors' appointments for CentraCare of Central Florida online? Simply visit the website at http://public.centracare.cc/appointments. - AnonyMOUSE

For anyone with a wobbly leg (or two), here's a tip I learned the hard way. For attractions that load/unload with a conveyor belt (Buzz Lightyear, Haunted Mansion, etc.), make sure that the wobbly guest enters first. Yes, you may experience a challenge getting seated in time to let your ride partner get in before the vehicle closes properly. However that makes you the second person out upon exiting so that you'll have a steady hand (your ride partner's) at the ready when getting off, thereby allowing you to land gracefully and be able to walk immediately on the moving belt. - Christa

Epcot - As a cast member who used to work at Sum of All Thrills in Innoventions East, I wanted to say that if you want the most thrilling ride available there, ask a cast member if they have any high score cards. They sometimes have a few available, and if not, someone might be able to help you design it. - D.

Epcot - As a cast member who used to work at Sum of All Thrills in Innoventions East, I wanted to say that if you want the most thrilling ride available there, ask a cast member if they have any high score cards. They sometimes have a few available, and if not, someone might be able to help you design it. - D.

Epcot - I wanted to make people aware now that Soarin' is closed that Sunshine Seasons closes at 7 p.m. We were going to Epcot for the evening and were hoping to have dinner at Sunshine Seasons because they are so great for people with food troubles. Oh well, we will just have to go in earlier now. - Pam Sigler

Epcot - I wanted to make people aware now that Soarin' is closed that Sunshine Seasons closes at 7 p.m. We were going to Epcot for the evening and were hoping to have dinner at Sunshine Seasons because they are so great for people with food troubles. Oh well, we will just have to go in earlier now. - Pam Sigler

We bring earplugs with us for use in some of the noisier ride queue areas and the rides themselves (e.g., Test Track, Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, Space Mountain), especially for older members with us, and youngsters with sensitive ears. Works great, takes some of the "scare" out of the rides for the younger ones, buffers some of the loud music and sounds. - Mike M.