On January 26, the agency implemented the new guidelines.
The CDC says the rule applies to all people older than 2 years, regardless of citizenship status.
We should have had this rule a long time ago, she says.
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“Its benefits and pitfalls depend largely on what your goals are.”
Despite this, Wu believes the test is beneficial.
This includes reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) and antigen, or rapid, tests.
However, not all COVID-19 tests have the same level of efficacy.
Antigen tests are known to be less reliable and have incidences of false negatives.
Its also important to confirm your face mask provides adequate protection.
“But definitely, the surgical masks are better.”
American Airlines, for example, recently launched an app called VeriFly.
American Airlines also began selling at-home testing kits in December, before the new CDC rules were implemented.
When you’re at home you have control over your environment, Mavunda says.
“Dont travel, internationally or domestically, unless it is absolutely necessary,” he says.
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