Masters of Scale Rapid Response: The Covid test facts every CEO needs, w/Rajiv Shah (Rockefeller Foundation)
Oct 8, 2020
Rajiv Shah, President of the Rockefeller Foundation, has a rich background in tackling health crises, including Ebola. In this discussion, he outlines the essential role of COVID-19 testing in safely reopening businesses. Shah highlights the urgent need for a national testing strategy, emphasizing community engagement and equitable access. He also shares insights on next-gen test kits that could revolutionize safety measures. Collaboration across sectors is key to overcoming the pandemic's challenges and fostering recovery.
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Ebola Response Success
- Rajiv Shah oversaw the West African response to the Ebola crisis.
- By prioritizing rapid testing, they reduced confirmation time from days to hours, enabling effective interventions.
Community Engagement is Key
- The US COVID-19 response has been hampered by a lack of unified action and community engagement.
- A unified, community-driven approach is crucial for pandemic control.
The Future of Testing
- Aim for frequent, low-cost testing to enable safer operations during a pandemic.
- New rapid antigen tests will likely become the new normal in 2021.