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Preventing Flight Crew Back Injuries

Lifting, bending, pushing and pulling – it’s all part of the job for most crew members. Unfortunately, such repetitive movements often translate to back injury, one of the most incapacitating…

Posted on December 10, 2013
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Medical Advisory: Travel Safe, Travel Smart

It turns out that your mother was right. The things she always told you—wash your hands, be prepared, get plenty of rest, don’t drink too much, talk to someone if…

Posted on May 15, 2013
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Medical Advisory: Preventing Influenza During Travel

Like it or not, many passengers traveling on your aircraft will bring more than their hand luggage on board with them. Many will bring along the influenza virus and spread…

Posted on December 11, 2012
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‘Plan-Test-Respond’ Travel Safety Programs Are for Real-Life Events

Understanding the who, what, where, when and why of the resources you have at your fingertips during a medical or security emergency is paramount to any flight operation’s Travel Safety…

Posted on June 1, 2012