Blogs

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.

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.

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

Harpers Bazaar references Asaf Bitton’s social distancing guidance.

CNN: Parents: Take social distancing seriously and limit playdates, other activities, experts say

Executive Director, Dr. Asaf Bitton, speaks to CNN about how parents should be implementing social distancing.

CBS Boston: South Boston Bars Crowded Saturday Despite Calls For Social Distancing

Asaf Bitton speaks with CBS Boston about the need for young people to take social distancing seriously.

Social Distancing: This is Not a Snow Day

Originally published by Ariadne Labs on March 13, 2020 | Updated March 17, 2020 By Asaf Bitton, MD, MPH I know there is some confusion about what to do next in the midst of this unprecedented time of a pandemic, school closures, and widespread social disruption. As a primary care physician and public health leader,… Continue reading Social Distancing: This is Not a Snow Day