Dr. Fauci Says the Coronavirfus Is Not Under Control

The transcript discusses the current status of the outbreak, highlighting that while some areas like New York City are seeing a decrease in hospitalizations, other regions are experiencing spikes. The speaker emphasizes the importance of robust countermeasures to prevent a resurgence in the fall and winter. They stress the need for improved testing, contact tracing, and social distancing to avoid increased infections and deaths. The speaker warns of the consequences of inadequate responses and expresses hope for better preparedness by fall.

What is the current situation regarding COVID-19 containment in New York City?

• Cases are increasing rapidly.

• Hospitalizations and infections have plateaued and are starting to decrease.

• There is no change in the number of cases.

• The city has achieved complete control over the virus.

What is the speaker's projection for the end of summer and early fall regarding COVID-19 response measures?

• All necessary measures will be in place.

• There will be no need for any measures.

• Measures will be delayed until winter.

• Only partial measures will be implemented.

What could happen if testing, contact tracing, and social distancing are not improved?

• Deaths from coronavirus will necessarily increase.

• The virus will become less contagious.

• There will be no impact on the number of cases.

• The virus will disappear on its own.

What does the speaker hope for by the fall regarding COVID-19 response?

• That there will be more than enough resources to respond adequately.

• That no further measures will be needed.

• That there will be no infections in the community.

• That the virus will have been eradicated.

What is the risk if there is an inadequate response to COVID-19 in the fall?

• Complete eradication of the virus.

• A decrease in the number of cases.

• No change in the current situation.

• A resurgence of infections.