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Coronavirus Testing Goes Mobile in Seattle

Wudan Yan

March 13, 2020 |

The New York Times |

Multi-Media |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Seattle, Washington

In early January, doctors at UW Medical Center began preparing for a coronavirus outbreak by transforming a research lab into a screening center for coronavirus that delivers results within a day. Now, coupled with a mobile clinic that allows for people to be tested from within the confines of their cars, the city has been able to test a large volume of people more safely than if they were being tested from within a hospital.

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[코로나19 원격의료] ① 감염병 재난에 첫 시행…'서울-지방' 진료격차 없었다

강애란

March 13, 2020 |

연합뉴스 |

Text |

Under 800 Words

Response Location: South Korea, Seoul

서울대병원의 주도 아래 코로나19 경증환자들을 원격으로 진료하는 체계가 마련 돼 긍정적 효과를 내고 있습니다. 원격진료가 도시와 지방 간의 진료 격차를 해소할 수 있는 가능성 역시 제시되고 있습니다.

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Tom Hanks Got Sick in Australia, Where Coronavirus Testing Isn't Such a Hassle

Damien Cave

March 12, 2020 |

The New York Times |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: Australia, Sydney

As the United States struggles to test all citizens exhibiting symptoms of coronavirus, Australia and Canada are offering lessons about best practices for preparing for a pandemic. Having learned from previous outbreaks, these countries implemented protocols such as a national hotline, easy-access to information about testing sites, and "an agency to coordinate and help finance testing and treatment during any kind of viral or disease outbreak" – all of which help make testing more efficient.

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Singapore Wins Praise For Its COVID-19 Strategy. The U.S. Does Not

Jason Beaubien

March 12, 2020 |

NPR |

Radio |

3-5 Minutes

Response Location: Singapore

As countries respond in different ways to the COVID19 pandemic, those with systematic government approaches have proven to be strongest thus far. Places like Hong Kong and Singapore created immediate systems for testing and quarantining, putting quick pressure on stopping the spread of the novel coronavirus. On the opposite end, places like Iran and the United States have fared worse because of a lack of immediate response and capacity for testing.

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South Korea Shows World How to Slow Spread of Coronavirus

William Gallo

March 12, 2020 |

Voice of America (VOA) |

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Under 800 Words

Response Location: South Korea, Seoul

South Korea has taken a softer approach to preventing and containing the coronavirus, in large part because they’ve prioritized accessible testing and have an already-existing strong and affordable healthcare system. Beyond that, the government has centered on citizen education – sending daily updates about new cases and provided a hotline for questions and concerns.

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Experts Credit South Korea's Extensive Testing For Curbing Coronavirus Spread

Anthony Kuhn

March 12, 2020 |

NPR |

Radio |

3-5 Minutes

Response Location: South Korea, Seoul

South Korea has had an extremely effective response to the coronavirus because of its fast and widespread use of testing. There are now drive-through tests available where people recommended by their doctor can take a test from the safety of their vehicle. This decreases the chances of transmission and lowers the stress of both patient and doctor. As a result, the rate of increase has been slowing since February 29, 2020.

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Coronavirus : et si la Corée du Sud avait trouvé la bonne stratégie ?

Rédaction internationale

March 12, 2020 |

France Culture |

Multi-Media |

Under 800 Words

Response Location: South Korea

La réaction immédiate de la Corée du Sud face à la pandémie a permis de réduire la croissance rapide du nombre de cas de personnes infectées par le Covid-19. Le pays a donné la priorité au dépistage massif, au criblage systématique, et à la responsabilisation collective.

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코로나19: 한국은 어떻게 이렇게 빨리, 많은 양의 검사를 할 수 있었나

김형은

March 11, 2020 |

BBC |

Text |

800-1500 Words

Response Location: South Korea

진단 제품 긴급사용승인제도, 선별진료 및 드라이브스루 진료, 정확도 높은 검사법 채택 등을 통해 한국은 단시간 내에 기록적인 양의 코로나19 검사를 시행할 수 있었습니다.

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NC community centers prepare for COVID-19

Liora Engel-Smith

March 09, 2020 |

North Carolina Health News |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, North Carolina

Amidst the coronavirus outbreak, North Carolina's health centers are relying on old methods to reach and educate uninsured and medically vulnerable patients, many of whom don't have access to the internet. Staff are posting fliers in commonly-trafficked locations, hanging signs at health centers, taking out television ads, and asking community leaders to relay hygiene guidelines by word of mouth.

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Seattle Health Care System Offers Drive-Through Coronavirus Testing For Workers

Jon Hamilton

March 08, 2020 |

NPR |

Radio |

Under 3 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Seattle, Washington

Health care workers at the University of Washington are now able to get tested for coronavirus via a drive-through. Providing both convenience and safety by limiting exposure of the potentially ill, the test only takes five minutes and those tested usually get their results within a day.

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