Dr. Fauci: U.S. Must 'Hunker Down' As New COVID-19 Dangers Loom

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared COVID-19 a pandemic due to its alarming spread and the lack of action. Dr. Anthony Fauci, a leading infectious disease expert, warns that the US should prepare for a challenging fall and winter, as lifting restrictions often leads to a resurgence in cases. Although daily COVID-19 cases in the US have decreased from 60,000 in June to 40,000, another wave is anticipated with the flu season. Over 6.4 million Americans have tested positive, and more than 190,000 have died. Globally, there are over 28 million cases and 911,000 fatalities.

What was the main reason for WHO declaring COVID-19 a pandemic?

• The virus had been eradicated.

• The virus was only affecting one country.

• There was a vaccine available.

• The virus was spreading rapidly and severely.

What does Dr. Fauci suggest the US should do in response to the pandemic?

• Assume that the pandemic will end soon.

• Lift all restrictions immediately.

• Prepare for a challenging fall and winter.

• Ignore the pandemic and continue as normal.

What trend did Dr. Fauci note about COVID-19 cases in the US?

• Cases have increased to 100,000 a day.

• Cases have decreased to 40,000 a day.

• Cases have remained constant at 60,000 a day.

• Cases have dropped to zero.

What is Dr. Fauci's concern regarding the upcoming seasons?

• The flu season will be mild.

• There will be no impact from the flu season.

• Another wave of COVID-19 may coincide with the flu season.

• The pandemic will end before winter.

According to the transcript, how many Americans have tested positive for COVID-19?

• More than 1 million

• More than 20 million

• More than 6.4 million

• More than 10 million