A Negative Test Doesn’t Mean Biden Is in the Clear

But other factors surrounding the debate suggest the likelihood of infection is low

Dana G Smith
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Joe Biden and Donald Trump stood at podiums set 8 feet apart during the debate. Photo: Olivier Douliery-Pool/Getty Images

Could Democratic nominee Joe Biden have been infected with the novel coronavirus during the debate on Tuesday? It’s unlikely, and the fact that he tested negative today is a good sign, but it doesn’t mean he’s entirely in the clear.

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Dana G Smith
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Health and science writer • PhD in 🧠 • Words in Scientific American, STAT, The Atlantic, The Guardian • Award-winning Covid-19 coverage for Elemental