Anthony Fauci says the next two weeks will be crucial to fighting the virus. And we know what we need to do. We know how to slow the spread of the virus. It’s not a scientific mystery.

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How to slow the virus:

* Wear a mask when you spend time near anybody who is not part of your household.
* Minimize your time in indoor spaces with multiple people.
* Move as many activities as possible outdoors.
* Wash your hands.
* Self-isolate if you feel sick.

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For governments, the keys are encouraging these measures — clearly and repeatedly — and putting in place widespread testing. Contact tracing can also make a big difference.

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Whether the U.S. succeeds in beating back the virus over the next few weeks is not a matter of epidemiology or lab science. It’s a matter of political will.

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