MIA Receives ACI Health Accreditation. Ivan Gonzalez, associate professor at the University of Miami and an infectious disease physician, said on Friday that he and other health professionals had already set up screening protocols at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami in case anyone comes in with symptoms that resemble the disease. For updates on travel restrictions related to COVID-19, visit the IATA Travel Centre. Security, Cities Served by Transportation, Taxicabs and Contact Us, Potential impact on male fertility or if COVID can be sexually transmitted. Parking, Driving MIA has no direct or connecting flights from the regions in China affected by the coronavirus. Miami International Airport is screening travelers for potential cases of novel coronavirus under the direction of federal health officials as the epidemic spreads rapidly across China. Prepare to lower your facial covering at the TSA checkpoint so officers can verify your identity with your photo ID. I’m always looking for new ways to travel better, smarter, deeper and cheaper, and spend a lot of time watching trends at the intersection of travel and technology.

and Customs, STS The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added Miami to the growing list of cities that are screening for the virus at their airports to contain the outbreak. Pedro Portal pportal@miamiherald.com Miami International Airport is getting a quarantine station to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

The CDC stressed on Tuesday that no person-to-person spread has been detected in the U.S. at this time, although that is a possibility that the agency is trying to prevent. Security, Flight © 2020 Forbes Media LLC. MIA, along with its general aviation airports, is also the leading economic engine for Miami-Dade County and the state of Florida, generating business revenue of $31.9 billion annually and welcoming nearly 60 percent of all international visitors to Florida. A: The coronavirus has many different strains of viruses which cause illness in humans and animals. We also encourage you to follow us on Twitter for updates.

If you are concerned about an airport’s mask policy, be sure to do your own research before booking your flight. Major U.S. airports located in current hot spots include but are not limited to: When was the last time a TSA officer tested positive for COVID-19 at that airport? Producing stories on everything from political scandals to the hottest new bands, with gutsy reporting, stylish writing, and staffers who've won everything from the Society of Professional Journalists' Sigma Delta Chi feature-writing award to the Casey Medal for Meritorious Journalism. Learn more. COVID-19 can invade testicles, University of Miami researchers find. Americans have been skittish about flying during the coronavirus pandemic, and many wonder whether it’s safe it is to get on a plane when COVID-19 is surging across the country. COVID-19 resident death toll passes 17,000 as Florida adds 5,245 cases, Florida reports 6,257 new coronavirus cases, the most seen since August, Nursing home residents who leave don’t need to test for COVID when they return, state says, UM agrees to pay millions to settle Medicare fraud allegations raised by whistle-blower, Florida adds 4,423 coronavirus cases as percent positivity increases statewide. CBP is able to review passenger travel histories prior to arrival at MIA. For the latest on flights and Hurricane Irma, please check with your airline. In addition to the safety precautions we have made, travelers are urged to follow the tips below to stay healthy while visiting MIA. Real-time updates and all local stories you want right in the palm of your hand. The Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD), in coordination with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and Miami-Dade County has been closely monitoring Coronavirus (COVID-19) in order to manage airport operations and ensure the safety of passengers and employees at Miami International Airport (MIA) … The CDC first started entry screening at five U.S. airports last week, on Friday: San Francisco, New York JFK and Los Angeles International Airport, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson airport and Chicago O’Hare airport.

Eta forecast to form into storm soon. Get to know Protocol and International Affairs Director U. Desmond Alufohai. Visit this listing of sources for more information. Taste the sweet life with Miami artist Gianna D, Get to know our new Fire Chief this National First Responders Day, Dan Agostino named FDOT Aviation Professional of the Year, Mazel Tov Miami! Worth Int’l - Dallas Co., TX - 41.6 cases/100K, George Bush Intercontinental - Harris Co., TX - 35.0 cases/100K, Louis Armstrong New Orleans Int’l - Jefferson Par., LA - 34.2 cases/100K, Austin-Bergstrom Int’l - Travis Co., TX - 32.6 cases/100K, Los Angeles Int’l - Los Angeles Co., CA - 32.4 cases/100K, Charlotte-Douglas Int’l - Mecklenburg Co., NC - 31.4 cases/100K, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Int’l - Clayton Co., GA - 28.2 cases/100K. Q: Can I have a layover/connecting flight from MIA if I’m coming from abroad?A: At this time, only U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents are permitted to enter the U.S. from Brazil and Europe. The Miami-Dade Aviation Department (MDAD), in coordination with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), has been closely monitoring Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in order to manage airport operations and ensure the safety of employees and passengers at Miami International Airport (MIA) and Miami-Dade County’s general aviation airports. Travel Alert: The List Of States With Travel Quarantines Keeps Growing, Miami Int’l - Miami-Dade Co., FL - 106.0 cases/100K, Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Int’l - Broward Co., FL - 72.3 cases/100K, Orlando Int’l - Orange Co., FL - 60.4 cases/100K, Nashville Int’l - Davidson Co., TN - 52.5 cases/100K, Phoenix Sky Harbor - Maricopa Co., AZ - 49.0 cases/100K, Tampa Int’l - Hillsborough Co., FL - 46.0 cases/100K, McCarran Int’l - Clark Co., NV - 44.2 cases/100K, Dallas/Ft. Can This ‘Hazmat Suit For Flying’ Save Air Travel? All rights reserved. If you need help with the Public File, call (954) 364-2526. Learn more at www.MIAefficiency.com. He said that staff members at Jackson will be screening for anyone who has traveled to China, Thailand or other countries that have a high number of cases. But this past Monday, the CDC began screening all passengers for the virus at each of the 20 ports of entry with quarantine stations, including MIA.

He joined as a healthcare reporter in August 2019. A spokesperson for Miami International Airport said Tuesday that the quarantine station is not a physical facility, but refers to dedicated CDC staffing at the airport because of the volume of international travelers. Making sure high “touch-point” areas such as kiosks, handrails and elevator buttons are cleansed frequently with hospital grade disinfectant. MDAD staff will assist in urging passengers to practice social distancing if they are waiting in line. Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces, including mobile phones. Region, Connecting We recommend contacting your airline for the latest updates on your flight. Coronaviruses commonly cause illnesses in people, typically after being circulated among animals, but the viruses rarely evolve to spread between people. Q: Are there any current travel restrictions? Planner, Flight All Rights Reserved.Miami-Dade Aviation Department, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Coronavirus 2019 website, Requiring all passengers, visitors, and employees at MIA to wear facial coverings, as stated in Miami-Dade County.