NIAID Director Says U.S. Coronavirus Testing System 'Is A Failing'

NIAID Director Says U.S. Coronavirus Testing System 'Is A Failing'

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The US is struggling with its coronavirus testing efforts, as stated by the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. The current system is not equipped to meet the demands, unlike other countries. As of Tuesday, 11,000 specimens were tested in the US, while South Korea tests nearly 20,000 people daily. In response to the outbreak, President Trump suspended most travel from Europe for 30 days, a move supported by Fauci, as recent US infections were mainly from travel-related cases from Europe.

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What was the reason given for the suspension of travel from Europe to the US?

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What did Fauci say about the recent US infections?

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