Donald Trump's Coronavirus Test Results Spark Strong Response From Social Media
03/14/2020 08:57 pm EDT
Trump's decision to get tested came after his Rose Garden press conference, when he was asked if he would get tested.
"Most likely, yes. Not for that reason, but because I think I will do it anyway," Trump said, referring to the interaction with Brazilian officials.
Trump is 73, making him among the most at-risk for contracting the coronavirus. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, older adults are at a higher risk, as are people with serious chronic medical conditions. That includes heart disease, diabetes and lung disease.
If you are among the groups at a higher risk, the CDC suggests stocking up on supplies and taking precautions to increase space between yourself and others. After going out in public, you should wash your hands with soap for at least 20 seconds. It is also suggested keeping away from crowds and avoiding non-essential air travel. You should stay home as much as possible during an outbreak, the CDC advises.
On Friday, Trump declared a national emergency, giving states and territories access to $50 billion "in our shared fight against this disease."
"In furtherance of the order, I'm urging every state to set up emergency operation centers effective immediately," Trump continued. "You're going to be hearing from some of the largest companies and greatest retailers and medical companies in the world. They're standing right behind me and the side of me. I'm also asking every hospital in this country to activate its emergency preparedness plan so that they can meet the needs of Americans everywhere. "
Elsewhere in his statement, Trump said the government is working to have 1.4 million tests available next week and 5 million within a month.
"We've been in discussions with pharmacies and retailers to make drive-through tests available in the critical locations identified by public health professionals," Trump said."The goal is for individuals to be able to drive up and be swabbed without having to leave your car."
Trump also said Google has developed a website that would "determine whether a test is warranted and to facilitate testing at a nearby convenient location."
However, a Google source told Wired Trump's comments were incorrect.
"We are developing a tool to help triage individuals for Covid-19 testing," Google later tweeted. "Verily is in the early stages of development, and planning to roll testing out in the Bay Area, with the hope of expanding more broadly over time."
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