Should Doctors Be Quarantined Upon Their Return to U.S.?

The transcript discusses the need for quarantine measures for those returning from West Africa due to Ebola. It debates travel restrictions, challenges in medical response, and the role of air travel in disease transmission. The appointment of an Ebola czar is critiqued for lacking public health experience, impacting the CDC's credibility.

What measure did Samaritan's Purse implement after one of their doctors was infected with Ebola?

• Mandatory vaccination for all workers

• Daily health check-ups

• Self-quarantine for returning workers

• Immediate evacuation from Africa

What is the main concern about allowing flights from West Africa to the US?

• Increased travel costs

• Delays in flight schedules

• Spread of Ebola through closed environments

• Lack of available flights

What was a major argument against imposing more travel restrictions?

• It would make it harder to control the situation in West Africa

• It would cause public panic

• It would increase the cost of travel

• It would lead to a shortage of medical supplies

Why is the appointment of Ron Klain as the Ebola czar criticized?

• He is a former airline executive

• He has a background in finance

• He is not a US citizen

• He has no public health experience

How did the appointment of Ron Klain affect the CDC?

• It increased their funding

• It diminished their credibility

• It expanded their responsibilities

• It improved their public image