Then, Dr. Pinsky explained that America should be “congratulating ourselves” for sacrifices and efforts made. Ultimately, the doctor explained that coronavirus is slowing down and remarked that “whipping up further panic and chaos” doesn’t do any good.
Towards the end of his remarks on The Pat McAfee Show, Pinksy pointed out the importance of data before citing drugs like hydroxychloroquine as treatment.
The Importance of Decreasing COVID-19 Panic
At this time, lessening panic linked to coronavirus is more imperative than ever. Right now, millions of Americans are out of jobs, while millions more are seeking unemployment benefits from the government. Despite the recently-passed COVID-19 stimulus bill, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has warned that “glitches” will occur during the bill’s implementation.
One of the best ways to decrease coronavirus panic in America is the provision of fair and balanced coverage. This means noting recoveries from coronavirus, not just deaths linked to the virus. Only reporting COVID-19 deaths while remaining virtually silent about recoveries creates an inaccurate illusion of a worse situation than there is.
