The Ben Shapiro Show Coronavirus Pandemic: Doctor vs. Economist | The Ben Shapiro Show Sunday Special Ep. 89
Apr 5, 2020
Dr. Bob Wachter, a leading expert in healthcare policy, and Dr. Scott Atlas, a senior fellow at Stanford, join Mohamed El-Erian, chief economic advisor at Allianz. They delve into the balance between public health and the economy during the pandemic. Key discussions include the effectiveness of mask mandates, diverse responses from cities, critiques of predictive models, and the long-term implications of government interventions. They also touch on the need for better pandemic preparedness and the accountability of nations like China in managing health crises.
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Face Mask Efficacy
- Scientific understanding of COVID-19 transmission has evolved.
- Wearing face masks in public is now recommended due to asymptomatic spread.
Handwashing
- Wash your hands for 20 seconds to effectively remove viruses.
- Studies show 20 seconds is sufficient for thorough cleaning.
Hospitalization and Mortality Rates
- 80% of COVID-19 cases are mild, but 20% may require hospitalization.
- Of those hospitalized, a quarter to a third may need ICU care, with ventilator use carrying a 50-90% mortality rate.
