Some of the 14 Australians going to Zist in early May have already left. Most
are leaving next week. Good luck to all.
I spoke to staff at the Austin hospital infectious diseases unit re SARS. They
suggested wearing masks and being obsessive about your hand washing when
transiting through the Asian airports. They didn't seem to think it was
necessary to wear masks on the planes unless someone was coughing nearby.
The best official information is on the CDC site:
http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/sars/travel_advice.htm
They don't yet recommend wearing masks in the airports. They say:
Before you leave:
a.. Assemble a travel health kit containing basic first aid and medical
supplies. Be sure to include a thermometer, household disinfectant, a supply of
surgical masks and disposable gloves (for use if you or someone you are
travelling with becomes ill with SARS), and alcohol-based hand rubs for hand
hygiene.
b.. Inform yourself and others who may be travelling with you about SARS. For
information about this illness, see CDC's SARS Web site.
While you are in an area with SARS:
a.. To protect against SARS infection, wash your hands frequently.
b.. To minimize the possibility of infection, you may wish to avoid close
contact with large numbers of people as much as possible. CDC does not
recommend the routine use of masks or other personal protective equipment while
in public areas.
hope this is helpful
hasta la vista
Chris Walsh
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