I interviewed Columbia University epidemiologist, SARS expert and chief consultant for the movie “Contagion” Dr. W. Ian Lipkin in Beijing, trying to put to rest questions and fear. @CBSNews is here.
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Yes. If you’re infected it keeps the virus contained so you’re not sneezing or spitting it out. And...
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Possibly 200,000 infections. But...
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It *could* be as low as 0.2% - much less than the 2% we’re hearing right now. Caveat of course - more research needed...
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“I reject that soundly.” 🛑
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Use “subway condoms.”
Stay at home if sick.
There’s *no shame* in masks. 😷
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If you’re afraid you’ll be locked down...
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