From WSJopinion: Rapid diagnosis, targeted surveillance and more lab supplies will help beat back the coronavirus and end the lockdowns, write ScottGottliebMD and LaurenRSilvis
Americans are afraid of the health risks from Covid-19. But many also rightfully worry about when the intense restrictions on movement and activity will end. Addressing both concerns will require setting up a robust testing system that can catch outbreaks before they become difficult to manage.
April will be a hard month as the epidemic spreads across the nation. The priorities are maintaining the health-care system, preserving life, protecting the vulnerable, and supporting the economy. The epidemic may calm down by July...
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