A40 SkyTalks : Preventing Transmission of Infectious Disease

Recent outbreaks such as Ebola and Measles have raised concerns regarding the spread of diseases worldwide within a short timeframe. In addition, crew and passengers are concerned about becoming infected during air travel. Apart from health implications, outbreaks could also have significant operational and economic repercussion.

Presenter:
Dr. Ansa Jordaan
Chief, Aviation Medicine Section
ICAO