New Ebola travel restrictions go into effect
Summary
The U.S. government has extended its Ebola screening for travelers coming from Congo, South Sudan, and Uganda. A new airport has been added as an entry point where travelers from these countries will undergo health checks.Key Facts
- The Ebola screening program applies to travelers arriving in the U.S. from Congo, South Sudan, and Uganda.
- Travelers must have been in any of these three countries within the past 21 days to be screened.
- Officials added a third U.S. airport where travelers can enter and be screened.
- This measure helps detect and prevent the spread of Ebola in the U.S.
- The program aims to protect public health by monitoring people from areas with Ebola outbreaks.
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