Summary
Currently neither the U.S. government, the Chinese government, or the World Health Organization is discouraging travel between the U.S. and China. However, travelers to China need to be aware of the possibility of travel delay, including quarantine by the Chinese government.
U.S. Government Sources:
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) states that it does not recommend that people avoid traveling to the U.S. or within the U.S. See Novel H1N1 Flu in the United States.
CDC warns that travelers from the U.S. to China may experience travel delay, including quarantine, upon arrival. See Possible International Travel Delays Due to Novel H1N1 Flu Screening.
Additonal Resources:
- CDC, Novel H1N1 Flu and Travel
- U.S. Department of State, 2009 H1N1 Influenza Travel Alert
- CDC, H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) and You
Chinese Government Sources:
Neither the Chinese Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDCP) nor the China National Tourism Administration (CNTA) has issued an advisory discouraging travel between China and the U.S.
Additional Resources:
- CNTA Advisory: Chinese travelers to the U.S. should take preventive measures, including washing hands frequently, wearing masks, and avoiding crowded places as much as possible.
World Health Organization (WHO):
WHO is not recommending any travel restrictions due to H1N1. See Travel.
WHO does not recommend screenings at country entry and exit points. See Travel.
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