Masking on planes is ‘good public health sense,’ says expert
Although on April 18th a judge tossed out the federal requirement for masking on airplanes and other forms of transportation, many experts recommend continuing to mask up while flying to protect against the coronavirus.
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Press Conference with Leonard Marcus, John Spengler, Edward Nardell, and Wendy Purcell, 02/11/21
You're listening to a press conference from the Harvard School of Public Health with Leonard Marcus, founding co-director of the National Preparedness Leadership Initiative, a joint program of the Harvard School of Public Health and the Harvard Kennedy…
With proper precautions, flying can be safer than grocery shopping
Airlines can significantly reduce the risk of coronavirus to passengers by encouraging hand washing, requiring that passengers and crew members wear masks at all times, ensuring constant ventilation and air flow, and regularly cleaning and sanitizing airplanes, according…
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Press Conference with Leonard Marcus, Jack McCarthy, Edward Nardell, and John Spengler, 10/28/20
You're listening to a press conference from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health with Leonard Marcus, founding co-director of the National Preparedness Leadership Initiative, a joint program at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health…
Could ultraviolet light help disarm the coronavirus?
A century-old technology known as germicidal ultraviolet air disinfection, or GUV, may be able to wipe out airborne coronavirus particles in indoor spaces, according to experts.
Scientists warn about airborne coronavirus infection
Experts say that tiny viral particles that linger in the air in indoor spaces are likely a significant source of coronavirus infection.
Experts from around globe learn best ways to control airborne infections at HSPH Executive Education Program
August 29, 2012 -- In 2008, architect Tariq Qaiser was in the process of designing tuberculosis (TB) clinics in Pakistan. During that time, he took an intensive two-week course at Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) on airborne…
