The Daily Gov. Andrew Cuomo: ‘It’s Making Sure We Live Through This.’
Mar 18, 2020
Andrew Cuomo, Governor of New York, shares crucial insights on managing the state's COVID-19 response. He discusses the drastic measures taken, like closing schools and non-essential businesses, to control the outbreak. Cuomo emphasizes the challenges faced by the healthcare system, including critical shortages of ICU units and ventilators. He also reflects on the importance of federal cooperation for adequate resources. Amid panic fueled by sensational news, he encourages community resilience and individual responsibility as New Yorkers navigate this unprecedented crisis.
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NY's High Case Count
- New York's high COVID-19 case count is partially due to increased testing and population density.
- The virus spreads more easily in crowded environments like subways, buses, restaurants, and offices.
Approaching Crisis
- New York is facing a critical shortage of hospital beds and ICU units, especially ventilators, compared to projected needs.
- The current trajectory suggests the healthcare system will be overwhelmed in approximately 45 days.
Ineffective Early Measures
- Initial measures like testing and voluntary social distancing proved ineffective in slowing the virus spread in New York.
- This necessitated more drastic actions, such as closing bars, restaurants, gyms, and schools.