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How Facebook and Twitter Handled Trump’s ‘Don’t Be Afraid of Covid’ Post
New York Times |
Bob Wachter was quoted in the New York Times reacting to Trump’s ‘Don’t Be Afraid of Covid’ tweet.
Dr. Bob Wachter: Trump 'should be 50 feet away from ICU, not a helicopter ride away'
KCBS Radio |
Bob Wachter was interviewed on KCBS Radio discussing President Trump’s Covid diagnosis, prognosis, and treatments.
Quack Cures Lose Their Appeal Now That Trump Himself Is Sick With Covid-19
Vanity Fair |
Bob Wachter was quoted in a Vanity Fair article describing discrepancies in Dr. Conley’s press briefing as Trump returns to the White House.
Until Trump recovers, Pence should be in charge
SF Gate |
Bob Wachter was quoted in the SF Gate about Trump’s Covid-19 hospitalization and capacity to effectively carry out the responsibilities of the presidency.
‘This is insanity’: Doctors slam Trump’s drive to greet supporters outside Walter Reed hospital
CNBC News |
Bob Wachter was interviewed on CNBC expressing his concern over President Trump’s decision to take a drive to greet supporters outside Walter Reed hospital.
Doctors Are Warning That Trump Could Experience The Worst COVID Symptoms In The Next Week
Buzzfeed News |
Bob Wachter was quoted in a Buzzfeed article about potential symptoms Trump may experience in the upcoming week.
Top UCSF doctor slams Trump’s motorcade trip near hospital as ‘massively irresponsible’
San Francisco Chronicle |
Bob Wachter was featured in the SF Chronicle describing implications from Trump’s recent motorcade trip.
President Trump's quick drive was 'unnecessary,' potentially exposed others to Covid-19, doctors say
ABC 7 News |
Bob Wachter and Peter Chin-Hong were quoted in ABC7 News describing President Trump's quick drive as “unnecessary” and potentially exposed others to Covid-19.
Trump, Infected With Covid-19, Rode In An SUV With Two People So That He Could Greet His Fans
Buzzfeed News |
Bob Wachter was quoted in a Buzzfeed article about Trump’s drive-by ride, prompting serious concerns about the safety of his Secret Service personnel.
Now the President and Frontline Workers Have Something in Common
New York Times |
Alicia Fernandez was quoted in the New York Times advocating for unionized workforces to better protect employees from the coronavirus.
Trump is a high-risk coronavirus patient. Here's his medical outlook
San Francisco Chronicle |
Peter Chin-Hong was quoted in the SF Chronicle about Trump’s medical outlook after testing positive for the coronavirus.
President Donald Trump Tests Positive for Covid-19
Wired |
Bob Wachter was featured in a Wired article discussing possible treatments for Trump after the president tested positive for coronavirus.
President Trump Tests Positive for Coronavirus
KQED News |
Bob Wachter was interviewed on KQED podcast Forum discussing the medical implications of Trump’s positive coronavirus tests.
UCSF testing promising new treatment that could lessen Covid-19 symptoms
San Francisco Chronicle |
Annie Luetkemeyer was featured in the SF Chronicle about how UCSF researchers are testing a promising COVID-19 drug that could lessen symptoms and keep people out of the hospital.
'It's not like the plague is over': Experts urge caution as San Francisco expands reopening
SF Gate |
Peter Chin-Hong was quoted in a SF Gate article urging San Franciscans to continue to be vigilant with masking and opting for outdoor activities as SF expands reopening.