COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Renewed By Trump Administration

COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Renewed By Trump Administration

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The US government renewed the COVID-19 public health emergency declaration amid pressure from health experts who advocate for continued restrictions and mask mandates. Over 150 experts signed a letter urging the administration to limit nonessential businesses and enforce mask-wearing until effective testing and tracing can be implemented. The renewal comes as the US surpasses 4 million confirmed cases, with the White House advising major cities to take aggressive measures against rising positivity rates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for renewing the public health emergency declaration?

To increase international travel

To reduce healthcare costs

Due to pressure from health experts to avoid quick reopening

To allow for immediate reopening of businesses

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who announced the renewal of the COVID-19 national Public Health emergency declaration?

The President

The Vice President

Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar

The Surgeon General

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the administration commit to ensuring during the pandemic?

Unlimited travel

Healthcare access for all Americans

Free internet access

Tax reductions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the letter from medical experts and officials call for?

Reducing healthcare services

Immediate reopening of all businesses

Limiting nonessential businesses and making masks mandatory

Increasing international flights

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the context for the call for stricter measures?

A new vaccine discovery

Rising COVID-19 cases in the US

Stable COVID-19 cases

A decrease in COVID-19 cases