The NPR Politics Podcast After Doctor Said Trump Doing Well, Source Familiar With His Health Said Otherwise
Oct 3, 2020
Muddled messaging from the White House raises questions about the president's health. Conflicting reports emerge on his condition and treatment. The unpredictability of the virus complicates matters, fostering distrust and uncertainty. Meanwhile, COVID-19 cases spike among key Republicans, jeopardizing political events and delaying Supreme Court confirmations. The discussion highlights the critical need for transparent communication amidst these health concerns.
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Conflicting Reports on Trump's Health
- Conflicting reports surround President Trump's health after his COVID-19 diagnosis.
- His physician, Sean Conley, reported positive progress, while another source described his vitals as "very concerning."
Confusion about Diagnosis Timeline
- Dr. Conley's confusing statements about the timeline of Trump's diagnosis added to the uncertainty.
- He initially implied the diagnosis was 72 hours earlier than previously known, then corrected himself.
President's Treatment
- President Trump received an experimental antibody cocktail and remdesivir.
- Remdesivir, an antiviral drug, is administered intravenously over five days to hospitalized patients.