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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
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The coronavirus outbreak is a constantly evolving situation, and The Quick Group is committed to staying in close communication with our customers during this health crisis. This page is designed to provide you with the latest information and answers to your questions regarding how the outbreak is impacting global shipments. We’re also including links to relevant information published by expert sources. If you have questions or need information that is not addressed on this page, please contact your local customer service office or your Quick/Sterling representative.

In the meantime, we remain focused on continuing to deliver the transportation solutions that meet your urgent shipping needs.

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President Biden signed restrictions today on travel to the U.S. to mitigate COVID-19 transmission.

25 Jan, 2021 - Travel Alerts and Self Quarantine - North America, EMEA

U.S. citizens from entry if they have recently been in South Africa, where a new strain of COVID-19 has been identified. The President also reinstated broader restrictions that were in effect much of 2020, but were rescinded by the previous administration. These limits affect non-U.S. citizens traveling from the UK, Ireland and much of Europe.

https://www.washingtonpost.com

BREAKING NEWS: First case of Brazil coronavirus variant identified in the United States

25 Jan, 2021 - North America, EMEA, LATAM, APAC

Minnesota health authorities said the case of the highly transmissible variant involved “a Minnesota resident with recent travel history to Brazil” and was detected through random surveillance of blood samples.

Israel will close its only major airport (Ben Gurion International) for at least a week

25 Jan, 2021 - Travel Alerts and Self Quarantine - North America, EMEA, LATAM, APAC

Moderna vaccine protects against British and South African variants

25 Jan, 2021 - VACCINE UPDATES - North America, EMEA, LATAM, APAC

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced today that it will require a negative COVID-19 test from all air passengers entering the United States in an effort to help slow the spread of the coronavirus.

18 Jan, 2021 - Travel Alerts and Self Quarantine - North America, EMEA, LATAM, APAC

CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield is expected to sign the order today, which will go into effect on January 26. https://www.nytimes.com

UK announces new ban on travelers, closes all borders as of Jan 18th.

15 Jan, 2021 - Travel Alerts and Self Quarantine - North America, EMEA, LATAM, APAC

UK travel ban

12 Jan, 2021 - Travel Alerts and Self Quarantine - North America, EMEA, LATAM, APAC

More than 40 countries have banned UK arrivals because of concerns about the spread of a new variant of coronavirus.

Did you know that the age to donate ranges from 17 to 66?

26 Jan, 2021

As long as you meet the donation criteria, a fit and healthy person should be able to donate blood several times a year. www.redcross.org

Listen to the latest episode of the Quick Conversations podcast!

22 Jan, 2021 - Podcasts & eBooks

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Since its onset, the COVID-19 pandemic brought about many lifestyle changes, causing increased stress and worry.

15 Jan, 2021 - Helpful Links

So, how do you de-stress when you can't safely go outside? The Harvard Business Review shares some helpful tactics for managing stress and anxiety.
https://hbr.org/2021/01/7-ways-to-de-stress-when-you-cant-go-outside

If you plan on going out, the CDC reminds us to take these steps to slow the spread of COVID19.

15 Jan, 2021

The more steps we take to help prevent the spread, the safer we will be. https://www.redcross.org

Did you know that the donation of blood can help COVID19 patients?