The U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recently announced, for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began, that it is prepared for passenger screening activity that may match and occasionally exceed those of 2019.
As of May 13, 2022, TSA data reflects airport checkpoint screening has returned to about 90%.
However, the continued recovery from the low travel volumes may require more patience and planning than was necessary before the pandemic.
U.S. Airports Digitally Prepare for Summer 2022
Generic Paxlovid Coming to Low- and Middle-Income Countries
The Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) recently announced agreements with leading manufacturers to produce generic Paxlovid available to low- and middle-income countries priced under $25 per treatment course.
Equitable access to effective oral antiviral medications, especially for high-risk populations, will help save lives and limit the impact of future COVID-19 surges.