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Why are people not screened when they arrive in the UK when they come back from SARS affected areas?

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Why are people not screened when they arrive in the UK when they come back from SARS affected areas?

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Travellers leaving SARS affected areas are already screened prior to boarding the aeroplane. The chances of a passenger becoming unwell on the aeroplane with SARS are minimal. It is much more important to remain alert to the symptoms for 10 days after leaving the affected area.