CDC Now Says People Without COVID-19 Symptoms Don't Need Testing

The CDC has updated its guidelines, stating that asymptomatic individuals who have been in contact with someone infected with COVID-19 may not need to be tested. Previously, testing was recommended for anyone in close contact with an infected person. The CDC did not provide a reason for this change, leading to concerns from some doctors about its impact on contact tracing. A spokesperson from the Department of Health and Human Services stated that the updated guidance does not undermine contact tracing or surveillance testing.

What does the agency now say about testing for people without symptoms?

Why was testing previously recommended for individuals who came into close contact with an infected person?

What concerns have some doctors expressed regarding the change in testing guidelines?

What did the spokesperson for the Department of Health and Human Services say about the updated guidance?

How does the updated guidance affect contact tracing and surveillance testing according to the statement?