The Gray Area with Sean Illing Scott Gottlieb on how, and when, to end social distancing
Apr 13, 2020
Scott Gottlieb, a former FDA commissioner and public health expert, discusses the future of social distancing and the complex road to reopening the economy amidst COVID-19. He outlines a phased roadmap for easing restrictions and highlights significant challenges like testing shortages and political will. Gottlieb emphasizes the need for effective contact tracing and addresses the uncertain state between lockdown and vaccine availability, particularly affecting vulnerable populations. His insights present a crucial framework for navigating the path forward.
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Supply Chain Bottlenecks
- The biggest testing bottleneck is the shortage of low-margin commodity products in the supply chain.
- These products, often made by few offshore manufacturers, are difficult to quickly scale.
Point-of-Care Test Advantage
- Focus on scaling point-of-care tests because companies like Abbott and BD control their entire supply chain.
- This makes ramping up production easier compared to other tests with more fragmented supply chains.
Encouraging Self-Isolation
- Instead of intrusive apps, use technology to enforce self-isolation through less invasive means like text messages or phone tracking.
- Balance these measures with privacy concerns to encourage testing and self-reporting.
