Why It’s Time to End the COVID Cleaning Theatre
Pandemic-era cleaning practices may have created a false sense of protection while distracting attention from higher-risk transmission pathways.
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Perspectives on Maritime Public Health
Our insights focus on the practical realities of managing public health at sea.
Why Leadership is the Critical Ingredient in Food Safety
Effective food safety management depends heavily on the example, expectations, and operational priorities established by leadership.
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The Water Safety Lie You Can’t Afford to Believe
Safe water management onboard depends on far more than water quality testing alone.
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What No One Tells You About Being a Cruise Ship PHO
The realities of working as a shipboard Public Health Officer are often very different from how the role is perceived.
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Annual Review of VSP Cruise Ship Inspections – 2024
The 2024 VSP inspection year offered valuable insight into the operational trends shaping cruise ship public health performance.
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The Different Hats of a Public Health Officer
Much of a Public Health Officer’s work takes place long before outbreaks, inspections, or compliance concerns become visible.
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