The pros and cons of herd immunity

Sep 1, 2020, 2:09 PM

Students at New York University wait outside a Covid-19 test tent on August 25, 2020 in New York City. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

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BY LAURA SCOTT

KIRO Newsradio Producer

KIRO Radio’s Dave Ross and reporter Aaron Granillo discuss a rumored White House strategy to combat the virus: waiting for herd immunity to kick in.

Two new free testing sites are opening in South King County, aimed at minority populations who have been disproportionately impacted by the virus. Find a comprehensive list of free King County testing locations right here.

And Paul Gallant from 710 ESPN’s Danny & Gallant joins the show to discuss the coronavirus outbreak that has postponed the next few Mariners games. How has the empty stadium, shortened season been going so far?

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