Aviation and travel medicine combines pre-travel healthcare with the assessment of the particular stresses associated with flying. The Academy addresses current topics and provides evidence-based information for medical practice.
One focus is the assessment of potential health risks on longer flights. Individual risks should always be evaluated by a physician.
Destination, duration, vaccination status and personal health determine what travel health preparation is appropriate.
A medical assessment before flying may be advisable, particularly after surgery, during acute illness or for people with chronic heart or lung disease.
Prolonged sitting, existing medical conditions and other factors can affect the risk of thrombosis. Preventive measures should be tailored to the individual risk profile.
Further specialist information is provided by organisations including the German Society of Aviation and Space Medicine, the German Society for Tropical Medicine, Travel Medicine and Global Health, the German Aerospace Center, the International Civil Aviation Organization, the Federal Aviation Administration and the International Academy of Aviation and Space Medicine.
The content on this page is provided for general information and does not replace individual medical advice.