No Significant Effect of Mild Urinary Tract Infection-Like Symptoms on Psychomotor Vigilance

This study found no measurable impact of UTI-like symptoms on vigilance within the tested sample. However, UTIs remain a pertinent aeromedical concern affecting flight status and operational readiness. Proactive preventive medicine strategies, such as screening for a history of UTIs, are essential to reduce UTI incidence. While mild UTI symptoms may, under close clinical supervision, permit flight, prioritizing aircrew health and safety remain paramount. Borden C, Vento KA. No significant effect of mild urinary tract infection-like symptoms on psychomotor vigilance. Aerosp Med Hum Perform. 2026; 97(4):284-288.