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Old Jan 8, 2018 | 4:30 pm
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Originally Posted by geometry
I'm trying to get a relative to NOT fly tomorrow because he has the flu.(at least according to his doctor) With meds, he is fine during most of the day.. at least during the last few days.

He bought a Basic Economy ticket that was a little more than $500... I called UA and spoke to a few different agents. All said there was nothing they could do... no changes allowed, even if he was willing to pay a change fee.

Now he is determined to fly anyway because, well... you know how older people get when it comes to money, especially $500+.. I guess he should have purchased some kind of travel insurance, but he didn't(again, you know how older people are)

any advice appreciated...
If I knew my seatmate had a flu and was inconsiderate I would write down his/her seat number and report it to the CDC and ask for compensation from United for getting sick and from them having a lack of duty of care. Why do people not cover their mouths when they are sick and go out in public? The least your relative can do is wear a surgical mask and use hand sanitizer, travel with Clorox Wipes and cover their mouths when they cough, take Tamaflu.

If a Doctor would write a letter United and other airlines should refund or offer a Travel Voucher for people who are considerate to tell the airline that they are sick and provide evidence of the illness.
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