The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced the expansion of a program aimed at testing international travelers for COVID-19 and other infectious diseases. This initiative involves asking arriving international passengers to voluntarily undergo nasal swab testing and answer questions about their recent travel history. Initially operating at six airports, the program is now being extended to include Chicago’s O’Hare and Miami airports.
The decision to add these new locations is driven by the need to gather more data on respiratory infections originating from regions such as South America, Africa, and Asia. By broadening the scope of the program, CDC officials hope to enhance global surveillance efforts and better prepare for future health threats.
