Fauci: Wear Masks, Social Distance To Avoid National Lockdown

The transcript discusses the importance of wearing masks and social distancing to avoid a national lockdown. A vaccine is expected by April or May. Ohio is implementing new restrictions, including posting mask guidance at businesses. Indiana is limiting crowd sizes and extending its mask mandate. New York is enforcing earlier closing times for bars, restaurants, and gyms.

What is suggested as an alternative to a national lockdown?

• Closing all businesses

• Wearing masks and social distancing

• Travel bans

• Mandatory vaccination

When is the vaccine expected to be available to the general public?

• By the end of the year

• Early April or May

• Next summer

• In two years

What measure has Ohio implemented for businesses?

• Reducing operating hours

• Limiting customer numbers

• Closing non-essential services

• Posting mask guidance outside

What restriction is being extended in Indiana?

• School closures

• Travel restrictions

• Mask mandate

• Curfew hours

What time must bars, restaurants, and gyms close in New York?

• 11:00 PM

• 8:00 PM

• 9:00 PM

• 10:00 PM