CDC to Host Webinar on Import Permit Program

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will hold a webcast on Oct. 24 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. to discuss its import permit program. The webcast will include information on permits to import (1) infectious biological agents, infectious substances, or vectors known to transfer or that are capable of transferring an infectious biological agent to a human; and (2) items that contain or may contain dangerous agricultural pests and diseases. Representatives from the Department of Transportation and Agriculture will also be present to answer questions, said CDC. Registration is required by Oct. 1 (here).