The thin science behind 6-feet COVID social distancing rule

Jun. 03, 2024 Coronavirus

The CDC recommended six feet of social distancing to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The decision pushed schools online, but wasn’t backed by data.

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Credits

Guest:

Dan Diamond - national health reporter for Washington Post - @ddiamond

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Sarah Sweeney, Angie Perrin, Amy Ta, Brian Hardzinski, Bennett Purser, Nihar Patel, Zeke Reed, Eddie Sun, Jack Ross

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