US CDC "Vaccine Duration Must Be Confirmed Before Easing Travel Restrictions"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Cho Hyun-ui] The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) responded regarding the easing of travel restrictions for COVID-19 vaccinated individuals by stating, "We are waiting for cases of COVID-19 infection among vaccinated people." This is interpreted as a cautious approach until data on the duration of immunity after vaccination is secured.

On the 10th (local time), CDC Director Rochelle Walensky answered the question "Why shouldn't vaccinated people travel?" on ABC News by saying, "Every time travel increases significantly, confirmed cases surge."

Director Walensky said, "We are monitoring patients who contract COVID-19 despite being vaccinated," and added, "We need to verify this before easing guidelines."

Recently, the CDC issued guidelines allowing fully vaccinated people to meet indoors without masks with other fully vaccinated individuals, recommending such everyday activities for vaccinated people. However, they still advise refraining from travel.

CNN analyzed, "Director Walensky's remarks indicate that the CDC is waiting for evidence on whether the immunity of vaccinated individuals wanes before easing guidelines."

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