PoE Vector Identification Platform

Dear colleagues,

The requirements of the IHR include several provisions for vector control measures, including disinsection, relating to aircraft and other conveyances, as well as measures to maintain points of entry free from sources of infection including mosquito vectors and reservoirs. This may require a perimeter exceeding 400 metres  (IHR Art. 22b, Annex 5.4).

Dear colleagues,

Mass gatherings may facilitate the importation/ exportation of communicable diseases and challenge preparedness and health surveillance at points of entry.

A sensitive and timely syndromic surveillance enables to identify health threats which might develop further.

Allow me to share with you this interseting article about Kumbh Mela ,in India, which is the biggest mass gathering all over the world.

Dear colleagues,

Please find, below, a link to an article related to a measles case aboard a flight from Zurich to Toronto.

https://www.thestar.com/news/canada/2018/03/12/passenger-on-recent-air-c...

Best regards

Dr Mohamed Moussif

Chief Medical Officer

Casablanca International Airport

Morocco

Dear Colleagues,

Another year has almost passed and we will soon be having to remember to date our Ship Sanitation Certificates with 2018!

This is my last day in the office until 3 January 2018, so whatever celebrations you mark over the next few weeks, may I take this opportunity to thank you all for your contributions and wish you a safe, healthy and prosperous New Year.

PAGNet is looking forward to some new activities and initiatives in 2018 and we look forward to sharing these with you over the coming months.

Best Wishes,