CDC says US-bound air travelers can use some self-administered COVID-19 tests

The US CDC said Friday that US-bound international air travelers can meet COVID-19 entry requirements using certain self-administered tests. In January, the CDC mandated that all airline passengers aged two and older -- including US citizens -- be able to provide negative COVID tests within three days of coming to the United States or show proof of recovery from COVID-19. The CDC's decision was praised by Airlines for America, a trade group, saying it would "allow FDA-approved proctored home testing for international passengers entering the US. This is an encouraging step in facilitating the international travel process." Some Americans have feared they would be unable to have access to testing in some foreign countries. The CDC noted that some countries may restrict importation of tests that are not authorized or registered there. Passengers using a self-test must use a telehealth service that provides real-time supervision remotely during testing. Airlines must be able to review and confirm the person’s identity and test result details.<br/>