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Forbes: Why Reaching Out To Older People In Social Isolation Is An Imperative

Dr. Asaf Bitton discusses the importance of a comprehensive approach to address the disproportionate effects that safety measures have on those who may be more vulnerable and isolated.

Mar 22 2020
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CNN: Donations of respirator masks and other medical supplies needed at American hospitals coming from unlikely sources

A cautionary story about the looming lack of medical equipment, including masks, and what can be done about that.

Mar 21 2020
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CNN: Need to see a health care provider during coronavirus? Here’s what to do next

Guidance from Dr. Asaf Bitton and Dr. Michael Barnett about doctors’ visits during the pandemic shutdown and the future implications for telemedicine.

Mar 20 2020
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Advisory Board: ‘Any half-measure approach won’t work’: The urgent, painful need for social distancing

A Q&A with Dr. Bitton and Steven Berkow, Advisory Board Vice President of Provider Research, about social distancing and how health care leaders should respond.

Mar 19 2020
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The New York Times: Deciding How Much Distance You Should Keep

A New York Times article on the genesis of Dr. Bitton’s original social distancing post and tips for staying safe.

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WGBH: Why Aggressive Social Distancing Now Is Critical To ‘Flattening The Curve’ Later

In this video interview, Dr. Bitton talks with Jim Braude of WGBH about social distancing.

Mar 18 2020
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The New Yorker: How to Practice Social Distancing

Dr. Bitton speaks with the New Yorker, elaborating on details on how to social distance in a thoughtful Q&A.

Mar 17 2020
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PBS: If U.S. doesn’t ‘flatten the curve,’ severe cases of COVID-19 will overrun health system

Dr. Bitton speaks with PBS NewsHour’s Judy Woodruff about the importance of social distancing to flatten the curve.

Mar 16 2020
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USA Today: The best thing everyday Americans can do to fight coronavirus? #StayHome, save lives

A list of recommendations in short sound bites that underscore what Americans should be doing right now.

Mar 15 2020
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Harpers Bazaar: How to Help Your Community During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Harpers Bazaar references Asaf Bitton’s social distancing guidance.