Surgeon General Tells Newsy 'Fear Over Facts' Keeps Him Up At Night

The video discusses the role of President Trump's coronavirus task force in managing the virus spread and misinformation. It highlights the dangers of panic and stigma, particularly against Asian communities, and advises against unnecessary mask usage. The challenges faced in testing and response are addressed, with a focus on learning from past outbreaks. Preventive measures like hand washing and social distancing are emphasized, while a vaccine is expected to be a year away.

What is a major concern for the task force member regarding the public's reaction to the coronavirus outbreak?

• The public will become too complacent.

• Panic and fear will overshadow facts and preparedness.

• There will be a shortage of medical supplies.

• The virus will mutate rapidly.

What issue did the Vice President address regarding coronavirus testing?

• The tests were too expensive.

• The tests were not accurate.

• There was a lack of trained personnel to conduct tests.

• There was a delay in making testing kits available.

According to the task force member, what is a key lesson from past infectious disease outbreaks?

• Therapeutics are more important than vaccines.

• Outbreaks cannot be controlled.

• Public health measures like hand washing are crucial.

• Vaccines are the only solution.

What does the task force member suggest is still a year away?

• A complete eradication of the virus.

• A vaccine for the coronavirus.

• A global economic recovery.

• A new strain of the virus.

What basic measures are emphasized to keep safe from coronavirus?

• Hand washing and social distancing.

• Taking antibiotics.

• Relying on vaccines.

• Only wearing masks.