COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Renewed By Trump Administration

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.

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

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

What did the administration commit to ensuring during the pandemic?

• Unlimited travel

• Healthcare access for all Americans

• Free internet access

• Tax reductions

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

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