Worldwide, an estimated 3.6 billion people travel by commercial aircraft every year, and this number continues to rise. Travelers often have concerns about the health risks of flying in airplanes. Those with underlying illness need to be aware that the entire point-to-point travel experience, including buses, trains, taxis, public waiting areas, and even movement within the airport, can pose
... [Show full abstract] challenges. Although illness may occur as a direct result of air travel, it is uncommon; the main concerns are:...