Travel can be associated with introduction and dissemination of pathogens. Public health systems have been established to prevent, detect, and respond to infectious disease threats including cross-border issues. An overview of public health measures and examples of disease translocation related to population movement will be described.

Robert Steffen
SOS: Recurrent Public Health Emergencies
OBJECTIVES:
• Discuss the declaration of pandemic and Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) and impact on crossing borders
• Describe recent PHEIC examples (Ebola, Zika, etc.)
• Describe recent pandemic examples (Covid19, 2009 H1N1) 

Marty Cetron
Populations on the Move: Infectious Disease Concerns

OBJECTIVES:
• Discuss population movement and translocation of infectious diseases
• Discuss some examples (mass gatherings, migration-related, travelers)
• Describe concerns related to Covid19