The Daily

Why the American Approach Is Failing

Mar 24, 2020

Donald G. McNeil Jr., a science and health reporter for The New York Times, shares his insights on the U.S. response to the pandemic. He discusses the dire situation in New York and critiques the inconsistent measures across states. McNeil emphasizes the urgent need for effective strategies, drawing comparisons to South Korea's proactive approach. He also delves into the complexities of COVID-19 treatments, the importance of strict social isolation, and the challenging balance between health and economic concerns. A thought-provoking analysis on America's epidemic response!

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Donald G McNeil Jr.

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Intro

2min

COVID-19 Crisis: A Call to Action

7min

Analyzing the Promises and Perils of COVID-19 Treatments

3min

Addressing America's Epidemic Response Failures

3min

Social Isolation Strategies During an Epidemic

12min

Pandemic Politics: Balancing Health and Economy

6min

So far, the United States has been losing the battle against the pandemic, with a patchwork of inconsistent measures across the country proving unequal to halting the spread of the virus. Today, we ask: What will it take to change the course of the crisis?

Guest: Donald G. McNeil Jr., a science and health reporter for The New York Times. For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily.

Background reading:

President Trump has played down the threat of the virus, while at least 16 states institute stay-at-home orders. Here are the latest updates.
The rampant spread of the coronavirus has left a trail of loss across most people’s lives. Here is some advice on how to cope.

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