Dr. McGeorge explains coronavirus (COVID-19) testing criteria
CDC COVID-19 testing (WDIV)
DETROIT – Local 4′s Dr. Frank McGeorge shared some insight on the current coronavirus testing criteria in the U.S.
In a Facebook Live on Saturday, Dr. McGeorge answered a wide range of questions on the testing for COVID-19. Essentially, the criteria released by the CDC says that anyone under the age of 65, who doesn’t have a major pre-existing condition, may not get tested for the virus. (He explains more in the video below)
In Michigan, 25 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed , scattered around the state, with the majority in Metro Detroit.
Starting Monday schools statewide will be closed
Just Friday Whitmer put a temporary ban on large gatherings
Watch the Facebook video below:
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