Passports

Vaccinate or Get Tested: Federal & State Governments, CDC, Corporations Issue New Directives as Delta Variant Fuels Demand for Recuro COVID At-Home or Onsite Testing Platform

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Monday, August 2, 2021

With advances in COVID-19 testing, rapid antigen and PCR testing with immediate results are available under the Recuro Health testing solution, says Michael Gorton, CEO and founder, Recuro Health.

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  • With advances in COVID-19 testing, rapid antigen and PCR testing with immediate results are available under the Recuro Health testing solution, says Michael Gorton, CEO and founder, Recuro Health.
  • What distinguishes our approach from the myriad of programs on the market is a structured process for test distribution and administration, validation of results and back-end reporting.
  • An avalanche of requests from employers nationwide for Recuros at-home or on-site COVID testing platform follows these announcements:
    Presidential directive requiring all federal employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or submit to regular testing.
  • Cases are rising in all 50 states but several states have low vaccination rates which are accounting for the Delta variant surge.

New Harris Poll: Cybersecurity Fears May Stall COVID-19 Digital Vaccine Card Adoption in the United Kingdom, Identity Theft and Fake Cards Top List of Concerns

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Thursday, July 29, 2021

Among key findings:

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  • Among key findings:
    76% have cybersecurity concerns related to COVID-19 digital vaccination cards.
  • Identity theft topped the list at 51%, with fake vaccine cards that could be used to hack smartphones (44%) and data breaches (45%) close behind.
  • A full 21% rejected the idea of using digital vaccine cards, stating they are not likely to use them at all.
  • 64% expect that COVID-19 digital vaccination cards will lead to a cyberattack causing moderate to major disruption to business, government, and consumers.

Two individuals fined for providing false information related to COVID-19 proof of vaccination credentials and pre-departure tests

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Friday, July 30, 2021

All travellers arriving in Canada are obligated by Canadian law to respond truthfully to all questions.

Key Points: 
  • All travellers arriving in Canada are obligated by Canadian law to respond truthfully to all questions.
  • Providing false information and/or documents to a Government of Canada official upon entry to Canada or making false statements or presenting fraudulent documents, such as vaccination credentials, is a serious offence and may result in fines and/or criminal charges.
  • Each traveller received four finesa total of $19,720 for each travellerfor providing false information related to proof of vaccination credentials and pre-departure tests, as well as, for non-compliance with the requirement to stay at a government-authorized accommodation and on-arrival testing requirements.
  • The Government of Canada continues to actively participate in discussions with the World Health Organization, the International Civil Aviation Organization and through the G7 on proof of vaccination credentials for international travel.

Dominica Officially Launches New e-Passport, Strengthening National Security and Border Management

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Officials said that the new document is highly secure and would protect holders from identity theft, and would be an essential component of its border management systems.

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  • Officials said that the new document is highly secure and would protect holders from identity theft, and would be an essential component of its border management systems.
  • According to the Honorable Rayburn Blackmoore, the Minister for National Security and Home Affairs, Dominica's passport holds a powerful rank globally.
  • He added that the new e-passport book is designed by Canadian Bank Note (CBN), a Canada-based corporation.
  • Dominica's biometric passport will store the holder's personal information on a microchip embedded in the document.

Dominica Officially Launches New e-Passport, Strengthening National Security and Border Management

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Officials said that the new document is highly secure and would protect holders from identity theft, and would be an essential component of its border management systems.

Key Points: 
  • Officials said that the new document is highly secure and would protect holders from identity theft, and would be an essential component of its border management systems.
  • According to the Honorable Rayburn Blackmoore, the Minister for National Security and Home Affairs, Dominica's passport holds a powerful rank globally.
  • He added that the new e-passport book is designed by Canadian Bank Note (CBN), a Canada-based corporation.
  • Dominica's biometric passport will store the holder's personal information on a microchip embedded in the document.

Progressive Care Announces Full Launch of New COVID-19 Digital Passport App

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021

MIAMI, FL, July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire Progressive Care Inc. (OTCQB:RXMD) (Progressive Care or the Company), a personalized healthcare services and technology company, is excited to announce the launch of the Companys new myVax Passport, developed in partnership with EagleForce Health, LLC (EagleForce).

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  • MIAMI, FL, July 20, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire Progressive Care Inc. (OTCQB:RXMD) (Progressive Care or the Company), a personalized healthcare services and technology company, is excited to announce the launch of the Companys new myVax Passport, developed in partnership with EagleForce Health, LLC (EagleForce).
  • The myVax Passport app is a healthcare digital passport that allows PharmCoRx to securely upload and store COVID-19 testing and vaccination data for its customers.
  • myVax provides for a contactless patient journey for COVID-19 testing at Progressive Care testing sites.
  • Progressive Care testing sites have administered close to 10,000 tests during the first six months of this year alone.

Government of Canada announces easing of border measures for fully vaccinated travellers

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Monday, July 19, 2021

Thanks to the hard work of Canadians, rising vaccination rates and declining COVID-19 cases, the Government of Canada is able to move forward with adjusted border measures.

Key Points: 
  • Thanks to the hard work of Canadians, rising vaccination rates and declining COVID-19 cases, the Government of Canada is able to move forward with adjusted border measures.
  • If they are eligible to enter Canada and meet specific criteria, fully vaccinated travellers will not have to quarantine upon arrival inCanada.
  • However effective August 9, 2021, the Government of Canada is adjusting its post-arrival testing strategy for fully vaccinated travellers.
  • As Canada looks to welcome fully vaccinated travellers from the U.S., the federal government will continue to monitor the situation and provide updated travel advice to Canadians.

Dominica's High Vaccination and Strong Healthcare Structure Reinforces Trust in US and UK Travellers

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Monday, July 19, 2021

Other officials said that the government is trying every possible aspect to improve travel for vaccinated people.

Key Points: 
  • Other officials said that the government is trying every possible aspect to improve travel for vaccinated people.
  • Now, fully vaccinated travellers no longer need to quarantine if they are negative for COVID-19 during the on arrival Rapid Antigen testing.
  • Seeing Dominica's success with the battle against COVID-19, many travellers feel confident in visiting the Nature Isle.
  • Along with its high vaccination rates, Dominica also champions a stable and robust healthcare system.

Dominica's High Vaccination and Strong Healthcare Structure Reinforces Trust in US and UK Travellers

Retrieved on: 
Monday, July 19, 2021

Other officials said that the government is trying every possible aspect to improve travel for vaccinated people.

Key Points: 
  • Other officials said that the government is trying every possible aspect to improve travel for vaccinated people.
  • Now, fully vaccinated travellers no longer need to quarantine if they are negative for COVID-19 during the on arrival Rapid Antigen testing.
  • Seeing Dominica's success with the battle against COVID-19, many travellers feel confident in visiting the Nature Isle.
  • Along with its high vaccination rates, Dominica also champions a stable and robust healthcare system.

State Of Hawaii And CLEAR Expand Safe Travels Health Pass Partnership to Cover All Vaccinated Travelers

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Friday, July 16, 2021

NEW YORK, July 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the State of Hawaii and CLEAR (NYSE: YOU) announced that they have expanded their Health Pass partnership to include "CDC card upload" for proof of vaccination through the Hawaii Safe Travels program.

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  • NEW YORK, July 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the State of Hawaii and CLEAR (NYSE: YOU) announced that they have expanded their Health Pass partnership to include "CDC card upload" for proof of vaccination through the Hawaii Safe Travels program.
  • Using the free CLEAR mobile app and Health Pass feature, travelers can now directly add their Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) COVID-19 vaccination card to their Health Pass.
  • Once the Health Pass is created, travelers will then go to the Hawaii Safe Travels website to apply for quarantine exemption by linking to their CLEAR Health Pass.
  • Earlier this month , Hawaii and CLEAR partnered to expand the use of Health Pass for COVID-19 test screening and vaccine verification of all Hawaii-bound travelers through the Hawaii Safe Travels program.