The current plans to proceed with the Olympic Games are "not informed by the best scientific evidence," the researchers wrote, calling for changes. The US State Department on Monday urged citizens to avoid all travel to Japan , but officials insist it will not complicate preparations for the Tokyo Olympics, now just weeks away. 'Not informed by the best scientific evidence'Due to the pandemic, the International Olympic Committee postponed the Tokyo Olympics last year and rescheduled the event for this summer -- starting on July 23. "We believe the IOC's determination to proceed with the Olympic Games is not informed by the best scientific evidence," the researchers wrote. Here's why Replay More Videos ... MUST WATCH Town abandoned plans to host Olympic athletes.

Source: CNN May 26, 2021 23:11 UTC