Category: Health & Safety
Worldwide Travel Alert
The State Department alerts U.S. citizens to possible risks of travel due to increased terrorist threats. Current information suggests that ISIL (aka Da’esh), al-Qa’ida, Boko Haram, and other terrorist groups continue to plan terrorist attacks in multiple regions. These attacks may employ a wide variety of tactics, using conventional and non-conventional weapons and targeting both official and private interests. This Travel Alert expires on February 24, 2016. More
Update: Ebola and Boston University
While it appears the Ebola crisis in West Africa may finally be on the wane, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) still recommends that U.S. residents avoid nonessential travel to Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Liberia. The recommendations below reflect the advice provided throughout the crisis by the CDC, the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, and other sources. Boston University still recommends that any traveler from those regions, or those contemplating travel to those regions, follow these recommendations.
Ebola and Boston University
We would like to remind all members of the BU community that the health and safety of our community is of highest importance to us. Despite the fact that Boston University and the New England area have not seen any incidents of the Ebola virus to date, Boston University remains vigilant and continues to review our preparations for dealing with any outbreak of disease.
Message Regarding Ebola and Intersession Travel
As we prepare for Intersession and the holiday season, we would like to send a reminder that the health and safety of our community is of highest importance to us.
Travel Alert: Ebola Outbreak in West Africa
Following is basic information on the outbreak and tips to help keep you and other members of the Boston University community safe. We encourage you to seek additional information or advice through the resources outlined here if you have any questions or concerns.
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