White House coronavirus task force issues 15-day nationwide guidelines to slow spread of virus

Ross J Burland FXStreet

White House coronavirus task force issues 15-day nationwide guidelines to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Key notes

Recommends avoiding social gatherings of more than 10 people.
Governors of states with evidence of community spread should close schools in affected, surrounding areas.
States with evidence of community transmission should close bars, restaurants, food courts, gyms and other indoor and outdoor venues where people congregate.
Brix says if Americans follow guidelines over the next 15 days, u.s. will see a dramatic difference in trajectory of outbreak.

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Ross J Burland, born in England, UK, is a sportsman at heart. He played Rugby and Judo for his county, Kent and the South East of England Rugby team.

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