New York Governor Demonstrates COVID-19 Test Live on Air

"Nothing at all. I will accept it."
"Only expanding screenings is for our benefit"

[Asia Economy New York=Correspondent Baek Jong-min] Andrew Cuomo, Governor of New York State, USA, underwent a live COVID-19 test during a live press conference. This was an action to emphasize the importance of COVID-19 testing necessary for the anticipated resumption of economic activities and to persuade those who are negative about testing.

Governor Cuomo's actions that day contrasted with those of U.S. President Donald Trump, who was not even wearing a mask.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is demonstrating a COVID-19 test during a briefing. (Photo by Governor Cuomo's Twitter)

According to CNN on the 17th (local time), Governor Cuomo suddenly demonstrated a COVID-19 test while giving a briefing related to COVID-19.

He said, "There is no reason not to get tested. It is quick and easy," and added, "It's so quick and easy that the governor himself will take the test," then stood up and demonstrated it himself.

Following this, medical staff were shown inserting a long swab into Cuomo's nostril for a few seconds on the broadcast. Cuomo said, "Is that all? It's nothing."

Governor Cuomo also encouraged active testing by saying, "There is no pain or discomfort. You don't need to be brave to get tested."

CNN introduced Governor Cuomo's demonstration as a preliminary step of the Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test.

Governor Cuomo emphasized, "Only by expanding testing can we observe and control the COVID-19 virus," adding, "More testing is needed for our state, society, families, and you."

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