International Journal of Travel Medicine and Global Health

International Journal of Travel Medicine and Global Health

Public Health Strategies for Travelers in Infectious Disease Outbreaks Post-Disasters

Articles in Press

Document Type : Letter to Editor

Author
Ameneh Marzban
Department of Health in Disasters and Emergencies, School of Health Management and Information Sciences, Iran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
10.30491/ijtmgh.2025.513009.1469
Abstract
In recent years, the increasing frequency and intensity of natural disasters have highlighted the urgent need for comprehensive public health strategies to protect travelers in affected areas (1). Post-disaster environments often lead to outbreaks of infectious diseases due to compromised infrastructure, contamination of water supplies, and overcrowded conditions in shelters (2). Travelers, who may lack familiarity with local healthcare systems or disease risks, are especially vulnerable in these situations (3). This letter aims to address the critical importance of tailored public health measures to safeguard the health of travelers amidst post-disaster outbreaks and propose strategies for effective management.
Keywords
Public health
travelers
infectious diseases
post-disaster
prevention
International Journal of Travel Medicine and Global Health

Articles in Press, Accepted Manuscript
Available Online from 09 May 2026

  • Receive Date 17 March 2025
  • Revise Date 23 March 2025
  • Accept Date 08 April 2025