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The number of U.S. deaths from the coronavirus surpassed 100,000 this week, a jarring milestone. The development was juxtaposed with images of packed beaches over Memorial Day Weekend. Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation's leading infectious disease expert, says Americans can prevent another wave of the virus if they continue to practice social distancing and states avoid "leapfrogging" over reopening guidelines. We have the latest, and what's to come, from our team below.
If you missed it, watch the latest weekly Healthy Returns: The Path Forward livestream interview with IAVI CEO Dr. Mark Feinberg, where he and Meg Tirrell dive into his organization's vaccine research and partnership with Merck. You can also listen to "The Keynote" – a new podcast series featuring behind-the-scenes commentary from some of the most game-changing conversations with our event speakers talking health care innovation and the path forward.
| | Are you seeing misinformation on your social feeds? | You're far from alone. Conspiracy theories are spreading so quickly during this pandemic that the World Health Organization has termed it the "infodemic." We talked to behavioral scientists and health communication experts for our guide on how to convince friends and relatives to take down inaccurate and false information. They all agreed that the exercise is absolutely worth trying – and numerous studies support that – but to recognize that you might not always be successful. So don't get burnt out in the process, but if you're willing to give it a shot, these tips might help.
- Chrissy Farr | | | | The vaccine race picks up | If last week was about Moderna, a relative upstart in the drug and vaccine world, this week was about the big players: Merck announced three deals in Covid-19 on Tuesday, one for an antiviral drug and the others for two different vaccine programs, the first of which is set to begin human trials in a few weeks, CEO Ken Frazier told us. Thursday, Novartis announced a deal to manufacture a vaccine from Harvard set to enter human trials in the second half of the year. And though hopes —and the markets — rise and fall with each tick of news, experts remind us we're still only in the very early days. Minnesota's Mike Osterholm compared the quest for a vaccine to a 1,000 mile journey — and right now, he said, we've only made it to the first stop sign.
- Meg Tirrell | | | | Gyms reopen with more precautions and less customers | Some states are allowing gyms to resume operations with reduced occupancy and expanded health precautions. We talked to gym owners in Texas and Florida who say they're prepared to operate under the stringent new health restrictions. They've increased cleaning supplies, are checking temperatures at the door and are encouraging members to maintain a distance of at least 6 feet. "We ordered everything, everything," Joe Cirulli, the founder of Gainesville Health and Fitness in Florida, said. Health experts warn, however, that despite these measures, the coronavirus can still spread. They worry that gyms and other public spaces may be opening too soon. While the transmission of the virus from contaminated surfaces may be avoided by wiping down surfaces, Cindy Prins, an associate professor of epidemiology at the University of Florida, said that people coughing into the air in a shared space like a gym or restaurant can also spread Covid-19.
- Noah Higgins-Dunn | | | | New study shows asymptomatic spread could be greater than previously thought | More than 80% of passengers and crew infected with the coronavirus on a research expedition ship did not show any symptoms, raising questions about the true prevalence of "silent" infections, according to a peer-reviewed study published Wednesday in Thorax. Former Food and Drug Administration commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb said Thursday that "we've been working on the assumption that anywhere from 20% to 40%" of infections are asymptomatic. The study was based on observations of 128 people who tested positive for the virus, which is a small sample size and the authors said further research is needed. It remains unclear what the implications would be if asymptomatic cases are a greater share of total infections than previously thought.
- Will Feuer | | | | Black Americans bear disproportionate share of fatalities | Black Americans continue to make up a disproportionate share of Covid-19 fatalities as the number of deaths from the coronavirus pandemic exceeds 100,000 in the U.S., according to an analysis of data from the CDC. Nearly 23% of reported Covid-19 deaths in the U.S. are African American as of May 20, even though black people make up roughly 13% of the U.S. population. Conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and asthma that tend to plague African Americans more than other racial groups could be contributing to more Covid-19 deaths. Income inequalities and disparities in access to health care, which generally lead to poorer diets and overall health, tend to hurt minority and lower-income populations more than others.
- Berkeley Lovelace Jr. | | | | Private businesses in New York are allowed to deny entry to people not wearing face coverings | New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed an executive order this week authorizing businesses to deny entry to anyone who isn't wearing a face mask. He emphasized the efficacy of wearing face coverings to prevent the spread of the coronavirus and said they will play a bigger role in reopening stores. The governor first ordered New York residents to wear face masks while in public on April 15 during the height of the epidemic. The order took effect on April 17 and directed any individual over age two to cover their nose and mouth with a cloth covering when in a public space and unable to maintain social distance. However, the original announcement did not clearly state whether private businesses are allowed to deny entry based on masks.
- Jasmine Kim | | CNBC @Work Virtual Spotlight | June 18, 2020
The New Convergence: Driving Better Outcomes
Featuring:
Que Dallara, Honeywell Connected Enterprise President & CEO
Pat Gelsinger, VMware CEO
"Tiger" Tyagarajan, Genpact CEO
and more...
Companies are just beginning to leverage powerful new technologies like 5G, AI and sensors to achieve greater efficiency, gain new insights into operations, and create new products. But to fully realize the benefits of these advances, a realignment and reassessment of a business' workforce will be necessary – where, how, and by whom work gets done.
Through discussions with the most influential voices on the future of work, CNBC will explore how companies can use converging tech to find the best workers, create a new, more flexible workforce, and enhance their bottom line. | |
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