Doctor: Biden Likely Has Highly Contagious COVID-19 Strain

The transcript provides an update on President Biden's health after testing positive for COVID-19. It details his symptoms, which include a sore throat, body aches, runny nose, and cough, and discusses his treatment, including the use of Tylenol and an inhaler. Dr. Fauci comments on the President's use of an inhaler due to his history of asthma. The transcript also reveals that President Biden was likely infected with the BA.5 variant, which is more transmissible but does not affect his treatment plan. Overall, the President is responding well to treatment and is expected to improve.

What event did President Biden participate in before his health update was reported?

• A public rally

• A meeting with foreign leaders

• A press conference on gas prices

• A virtual meeting with his economic team

Which new symptoms did President Biden experience according to the latest health update?

• Nausea and dizziness

• Sore throat and body aches

• Loss of taste and smell

• Fever and headache

What medication is President Biden using to manage his symptoms?

• Tylenol

• Paracetamol

• Ibuprofen

• Aspirin

What is the significance of the BA.5 variant mentioned in the report?

• It is less transmissible than other variants

• It is a newly discovered variant

• It is responsible for the majority of infections in the U.S.

• It requires a different treatment approach

How does the BA.5 variant affect President Biden's treatment plan?

• It has no impact on the treatment plan

• It requires a change in medication

• It requires additional vaccines

• It necessitates hospitalization