Nahid Bedelia

Nahid Bedelia, an infectious disease specialist and the medical director of the Special Pathogens Unit at Boston University, dives into the challenges of controlling the coronavirus. She discusses the role of asymptomatic carriers in its spread and the complexities of quarantine measures. The conversation highlights emotional and logistical costs, the importance of community engagement, and compares U.S. strategies to those of other nations. Bedelia emphasizes the need for effective contact tracing and the balance between public health and individual liberties.