States Still Aren't Testing Enough People As They Move To Reopen

The video discusses the challenges in meeting COVID-19 testing minimums necessary for public safety. The Trump administration plans to provide resources for states to test 2.6% of their populations, but many states have not met even 2%. Without robust testing, states risk undetected outbreaks and potential shutdowns. The federal government views testing as a state responsibility. The U.S. has over 1 million confirmed cases, but actual numbers may be higher due to limited testing and asymptomatic cases.

What percentage of their populations did the Trump administration plan for states to test in May and June?

• 2.6%

• 3.0%

• 4.0%

• 1.5%

Why do health experts emphasize the need for robust testing?

• To increase the number of confirmed cases

• To ensure states can detect outbreaks quickly

• To improve the accuracy of vaccine trials

• To reduce the cost of healthcare

What is a major concern if states cannot conduct enough COVID-19 tests?

• Increased travel restrictions

• Return of massive shutdowns

• More hospital constructions

• Higher taxes

According to the Trump administration, who is primarily responsible for COVID-19 testing?

• Private companies

• State governments

• International organizations

• The federal government

What do researchers fear about the actual number of COVID-19 cases?

• They are irrelevant to public health policies

• They are accurate and well-documented

• They are underestimated due to lack of testing

• They are overestimated due to testing errors