Peter Graven, Ph.D., is quoted speaking to the OHSU Board of Directors on Friday regarding measures by the state to contain the spread of the virus. He says, “You’re fighting an exponential growth curve. The key is to act early, not to wait.”
News story covers the nightly Portland cheers in support of hospital workers, first responders, and other essential workers. Ayonija Maheshwari, M.D., says “It’s really nice to get acknowledged for what you’re doing and to feel like there’s this wave of humanity that’s supporting you.”
John Townes, M.D., is quoted in The New York Times about keeping a safe household. Sick or not, he says, now is not the time to share things like cutlery, plates, towels and toothbrushes with other people in the household.