McGill-NLP/feedbackQA huggingface dataset:
Question: Apart from wearing gloves what else can I do to protect myself from COVID-19

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: When to wear gloves
section_headers: Other ways to protect yourself
section_content: COVID-19 is a respiratory virus and is mainly spread through droplets created
when a person who is infected coughs, sneezes, or talks. You can protect
yourself by keeping social distance (at least 6 feet) from others and washing your
hands with soap and water for 20 seconds (or using a hand sanitizer with at
least 60% alcohol) at key times, and
practicing everyday preventive actions.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Answers given are pretty common-sense but are not instructive enough, rather they have links to "everyday preventive actions" which is what the query is asking for in the first place. No masks or face-shields are mentioned at all which is disconcerting.
this answers the question directly and also provide other  means by which one can be protected from COVID-19

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Excellent

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: When to wear gloves
section_headers: When caring for someone who is sick
section_content: If you are providing care to someone who is sick at home or in another non-
healthcare setting

Use disposable gloves when cleaning and disinfecting the area around the person who is sick or other surfaces that may be frequently touched in the home.
Use disposable gloves when touching or having contact with blood, stool, or body fluids, such as saliva, mucus, vomit, and urine.
After using disposable gloves, throw them out in a lined trash can. Do not disinfect or reuse the gloves.
Wash your hands after you have removed the gloves.


Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Not knowing if this is a person providing care for someone who is already sick this could answer their question if they do have someone at home that has COVID-19. If not, then this answer will be overkill and not usable.
This answer focuses only on one way of protecting again the virus, i feel more should have been added

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Acceptable

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: When to wear gloves
section_headers: When cleaning
section_content: When you are routinely cleaning and disinfecting your
home.

Follow precautions listed on the disinfectant product label, which may include- 
wearing gloves (reusable or disposable) and
having good ventilation by turning on a fan or opening a window to get fresh air into the room you’re cleaning.


Wash your hands after you have removed the gloves.


Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Disinfecting is just one method of prevention which is not being described as such in this answer. This would be an acceptable answer if the query was about disinfecting in general but it does not give all of the possible ways in which someone could take precautions.
it responds explicitly to the question and provides for certain ways to defend against the virus

Reviewer ratings:
Could be Improved
Excellent
Question: Can I catch COVID-19 from drinking water?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: COVID-19 and Water
If my utility has issued a Boil Water Advisory, can I still use tap water to wash my hands?
section_content: In most cases, it is safe to wash your
hands with soap and tap water
during a Boil Water
Advisory. Follow the guidance from your local
public health officials. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-
based hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer does not relate to drinking water.
This answer is irrelevant to the question. This answer contains information about hand washing during Boil Water Advisory and not about catching Covid-19 from drinking water as asked in the question.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: COVID-19 and Water
Can the COVID-19 virus spread through sewerage systems?
section_content: The virus that causes COVID-19 has been found in untreated wastewater.
Researchers do not know whether this virus can cause disease if a person is
exposed to untreated wastewater or sewerage systems. There is no evidence to
date that this has occurred. At this time, the risk of transmission of the
virus that causes COVID-19 through properly designed and maintained sewerage
systems is thought to be low.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer is about waste water but the question is about drinking water.
This information is irrelevant to the question. It contains information about Covid-19 in untreated wastewater and the question is asking about Covid-19 and drinking water.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: COVID-19 and Water
Can the virus that causes COVID-19 spread through drinking water?
section_content: The virus that causes COVID-19 has not been detected in drinking water.
Conventional water treatment methods that use filtration and disinfection,
such as those in most municipal drinking water systems, should remove or
inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer provides a specific response to the question.
This answers the question directly by providing information of whether or not Covid-19 is detected in drinking water and what methods are used to remove or inactivate the Covid-19 virus in drinking water systems.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Excellent
Question: Why should cloth facemasks be worn?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Cloth Face Coverings: Questions and Answers
section_headers: What type of cloth face covering should be worn?
section_content: Cloth face coverings can be made from household items or made at home from
common materials at low cost.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Answer is a misinterpretation of the question. Does not answer query and is a bad answer.
The question wants to know why you need to wear masks and this response tells you how to make them. Not the same and misses the mark

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Cloth Face Coverings: Questions and Answers
section_headers: Why do you need to wear cloth face coverings?
section_content: In light of new data about how COVID-19
spreads, along with evidence of widespread COVID-19 illness in
communities across the country, CDC recommends that people wear a cloth face
covering to cover their nose and mouth in the community
setting. This is to protect people around you if you are infected but do not
have symptoms.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer addresses the primary question but does not address the reasoning behind the question. It is a superficial answer, but is adequate.
This is a decent answer. Doesn't really get into much detail but states that it's to protect people if you are infected but don't have symptoms. That answers the question

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Acceptable

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Travel: Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
section_headers: General
Should travelers wear facemasks or coverings?
section_content: In the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, CDC recommends that everyone wear a
cloth face covering over their nose and mouth when in the community setting, including
during travel if they must travel. This as an additional public health measure
people should take to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in addition to (not
instead of) social distancing, frequent hand cleaning and other everyday
preventive actions. A cloth face covering is not intended to protect the
wearer but may prevent the spread of virus from the wearer to others. This
would be especially important if someone is infected but does not have
symptoms. Medical masks and N-95 respirators are still reserved for healthcare
workers and other first responders, as recommended by current CDC guidance.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer addresses the question and explains the reasoning behind the explanation. This is a robust explanation.
This does a more thorough job of answering the question. It provides reasons (it protects others from the weared) and also links to other actions you can take and more info about masks.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Excellent
Question: Am I at a greater risk of catching COVID19?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: COVID-19 and Children
What is the risk of my child becoming sick with COVID-19?
section_content: Based on available evidence, children do not appear to be at higher risk for
COVID-19 than adults. While some children and infants have been sick with
COVID-19, adults make up most of the known cases to date. You can learn more
about who is at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19 at People who
are at higher risk for severe
illness.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The "I" in the question is ambiguous so this question is difficult to answer, but I think it's safe to assume it's likely from the POV of an adult. This does provide some information that may be useful, though.
This only really talks about the risk that children have.  I would assume that a person asking this question would want to know who is at risk, not just that children may or may not be at risk.

Reviewer ratings:
Could be Improved
Could be Improved

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: FAQs for Correctional and Detention Facilities
section_headers: People Who Are Incarcerated at Correctional and Detention Facilities
Do I have a greater chance of getting COVID-19?
section_content: People in correctional and detention facilities are at greater risk for some
illnesses, such as COVID-19, because of close living arrangements with other
people. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person, through
respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes. These
droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or be
launched into the air and inhaled into someone’s lungs. It is possible that a
person can get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on
it and then touching their own mouth, nose, or eyes; however, this is not the
most likely way the virus spreads.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer seems somewhat unrelated to the question (the person asking is probably not in jail) but it contains some helpful information.
This is only really talking about the risk of people in correctional facilities.  I'm not thinking that the person asking the question would be concerned of their personal risk as it was of them being in a correctional facility.

Reviewer ratings:
Could be Improved
Could be Improved

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: How to Protect Yourself
Am I at risk for COVID-19 in the United States?
section_content: This is a rapidly evolving situation and the risk
assessment may change daily. The latest updates are
available on CDC’s Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) website.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The information contained here isn't very detailed but it also seems to be the only appropriate response since the question is vague and the situation is still evolving. An external link is provided for additional info.
This is really a generic answer.  There really isn't any information that would answer this question or any question.

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Bad
Question: Are people with moderate to severe asthma at a higher risk of getting sick from COVID 19?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions: Funeral and Burial Services for American Indians and Alaska Natives
section_headers: Higher Risk
Who is most at risk for severe illness from COVID-19?
section_content: COVID-19 can cause mild to severe illness. This can result in someone being
admitted to the hospital and even an intensive care unit. It can even cause
death. People who are infected often have symptoms of illness. People 65 and
older and people of any age who have serious underlying medical
conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. This
includes people with serious heart conditions, severe obesity, diabetes,
chronic kidney disease (or undergoing dialysis), liver disease, chronic lung
disease or moderate to severe asthma, or people who have a weakened immune
system (immunocompromised). Everyone can take actions, such as social
distancing, to help slow the spread.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Answer is relevant to the question asked by mentioning asthma, but is made vague and generalized by providing other information regarding other high risk conditions. Answer could be improved by being directly about asthma and covid, and elaborating further upon this combination risk.
This response answers the question that people with moderate to severe asthma ARE at a higher risk of getting sick from COIVD-19.

Reviewer ratings:
Could be Improved
Excellent

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: People with Moderate to Severe Asthma
section_headers: Risk of Severe Illness from COVID-19
section_content: People with moderate to severe asthma may be at higher risk of getting very
sick from COVID-19. COVID-19 can affect your respiratory tract (nose, throat,
lungs), cause an asthma attack, and possibly lead to pneumonia and acute
respiratory disease.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Directly answers question and includes specific information on how/why risk is increased with asthma and covid.
This response says people with moderate and severe asthma MAY BE at a higher risk.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Excellent

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: People with Moderate to Severe Asthma
section_headers: Treatment
section_content: There is currently no specific treatment for or vaccine to prevent COVID-19.
The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Irrelevant answer to question. Question is about asthma and higher covid risk, answer is about vaccines and avoiding exposure. Answer should be about asthma and covid.
This answer is off topic to what is being asked.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad
Question: Is there anyone who should not be wearing a cloth face mask?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Cloth Face Coverings: Questions and Answers
section_headers: What type of cloth face covering should be worn?
section_content: Cloth face coverings can be made from household items or made at home from
common materials at low cost.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer does not relate to who should or should not be wearing a cloth face mask.
This answer is irrelevant to the question. This answer provides information of materials that can be used to make cloth face coverings and the question is asking about people who should not be wearing a cloth face mask.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Cloth Face Coverings: Questions and Answers
section_headers: Who should not wear cloth face coverings?
section_content: Cloth face coverings should not be placed on young children younger than 2
years of age, anyone who has trouble breathing, or is unconscious,
incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the cover without assistance.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answers the question directly by providing information on groups of people that should not be wearing cloth face mask.
This answers the question directly, but does not detail if there is anyone else who should not be wearing cloth face masks.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Acceptable

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Cloth Face Coverings: Questions and Answers
section_headers: Why is CDC recommending cloth face coverings instead of medical grade facemasks?
section_content: Surgical masks and N95 respirators are in short supply and should be reserved
for healthcare workers or other medical first responders, as recommended by
CDC guidance.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer is irrelevant to the question. The question is asking about cloth face mask and this answer is about surgical masks and N95 respirators.
This answer only relates to medical grade PPE, and not to cloth face masks for the general public.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad
Question: What are steps that should be taken if one of my students has coronavirus?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: K-12 Schools and Child Care Programs
section_headers: Administrators
Planning and Responding to COVID-19
What should I do if the suspected sick student or staff member is confirmed to have COVID-19?
section_content: Immediately notify local health officials. These officials will help
administrators determine a course of action for their child care programs or
schools.
You will likely dismiss students and most staff for 2-5 days. This initial
short-term dismissal allows time for the local health officials to gain a
better understanding of the COVID-19 situation impacting the school and for
custodial staff to clean and disinfect the affected facilities. Work with the
local health officials to determine appropriate next steps, including whether
an extended dismissal duration is needed to stop or slow further spread of
COVID-19.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Notifying local health officials would be a given step as well as dismissing student and staff until disinfection is done. The question did not ask about any specific age group involved like Pre-K, K-12, or university so links should have been provided for what to do for the different levels of education.
This answer is great because it discusses the steps needed to be taken immediately once a student has COVID.

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Excellent

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Institutes of Higher Education
section_headers: Planning and Preparedness
What should we do if a student, staff or faculty member shows symptoms of COVID-19?
section_content: You should establish procedures for anyone who becomes sick or arrives sick on
campus. Sick students, staff and faculty should be separated from others,
given a mask to wear, if available and sent to their place or residence as
soon as possible. Sick residents of on-campus housing should avoid contact
with individuals who are healthy.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Answer not only relates to students but also staff that might be infected as well, including isolated them and giving them a mask to wear.
This is a great answer because it discusses the protocols that need to be taken when students are sick on campus.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Excellent

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: K-12 Schools and Child Care Programs
section_headers: Administrators
Planning and Responding to COVID-19
What steps should my school take if a student or staff member shows symptoms of COVID-19?
section_content: You should establish procedures to ensure students and staff who become sick
at school or who arrive at school sick are sent home as soon as possible. Keep
anyone sick separate from well students and staff until the sick person can
be sent home.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Answer is rather short and does not provide much information besides sending the student home.
This answer is not that great because it only states that a student should be sent home if they are sick. It does not detail other procedures.

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Could be Improved
Question: Are there any legal penalties for knowingly submitting a false attestation form?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Cruise Ship Crew Member Disembarkations
section_headers: Frequently Asked Questions
Why are legal penalties included in the attestation form?
section_content: CDC requires cruise lines to sign an attestation form to verify that the
information they provide to CDC is true and accurate. Legal penalties would
only be applied if the cruise line knowingly submitted a false statement,
which could pose further risk to the public’s health.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This could be improved upon to include whether an individual get sanctioned by submitting a false attestation
This question is answered here.  The passage does talk about penalties of falsely making a statement.

Reviewer ratings:
Could be Improved
Excellent

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Cruise Ship Crew Member Disembarkations
section_headers: Frequently Asked Questions
What are the legal penalties for knowingly submitting a false attestation form?
section_content: The sentence for this crime can include 5 years in federal prison and a fine.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The sentence for what crime? it is not clear whether this response is fro the question asked. It should include something like a 'yes' or 'no'
The statement here is too vague.  We don't know what the penalty mentioned is for.

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Personal Protective Equipment: Questions and Answers
section_headers: Respirators
How do I know if a respirator is falsely advertising NIOSH-approval?
section_content: When NIOSH becomes aware of counterfeit respirators or those misrepresenting
NIOSH approval on the market, these respirators are posted on the Counterfeit
Respirators / Misrepresentation of NIOSH-
Approval
webpage to alert users, purchasers, and manufacturers.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The question was about making a false statement and the penalties of that.  The answer here is about respirators.  It is very irrelavant.
This answer addresses a different thing entirely.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad
Question: Why are the number of cases going up?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Coronavirus Disease 2019 Basics
Why do some state’s COVID-19 case numbers sometimes differ from what is posted on CDC’s website?
section_content: CDC’s overall case numbers are validated through a confirmation process with
jurisdictions. The process used for finding and confirming cases displayed by
different places may differ.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer is irrelevant to the question. This information explains how case numbers are validated and confirmed by CDC and the question is asking about why the Covid-19 case numbers are going up.
This does list a reason why numbers may need more confirmation but not why numbers are rising. It approaches the answer but needs to include information about more testing as well as the spread of cases.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Coronavirus Disease 2019 Basics
Why do the number of cases for previous days increase?
section_content: Delays in reporting can cause the number of COVID-19 cases reported on
previous days to increase. (Sometimes this effect is described as “backfill.”)
State, local, and territorial health departments report the number of cases
that have been confirmed and share these data with CDC. Since it takes time to
conduct laboratory testing, cases from a previous day may be added to the
daily counts a few days late.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This information does not answer the question. This information is explaining about what can cause the numbers of Covid-19 cases reported on previous days to increase and the question is asking about why the numbers of cases of Covid-19 are going up.
This only mentions the effect on numbers due to reporting test, but should also discuss numbers increasing because the disease is spreading (and why).

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Could be Improved

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: How COVID-19 Spreads
Why are we seeing a rise in cases?
section_content: The number of cases of
COVID-19 being reported in the United States is rising due to increased
laboratory testing and reporting across the country. The growing
number of cases in part reflects the rapid spread of COVID-19 as many U.S.
states and territories experience community spread. More detailed and accurate
data will allow us to better understand and track the size and scope of the
outbreak and strengthen prevention and response efforts.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This information answers the question directly. It provides clear explanation on why the number of cases of Covid-19 in United states is rising and what these numbers means in relation to the spread of Covid-19.
This talks about numbers increasing because of more tests which is important. It mentions the increased spread but should include reasons for the spread - compliance (or lack of) with masks & social distancing, for example.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Acceptable
Question: What does community spread mean?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: How COVID-19 Spreads
What is community spread?
section_content: Community spread means people have been infected with the virus in an area,
including some who are not sure how or where they became infected.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer explains exactly what community spread means.
This gives a quick definition of the definition of community spread, but is not as detailed as the first candidate answer.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Acceptable

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: How COVID-19 Spreads
How does the virus spread?
section_content: The virus that causes COVID-19 is thought to spread mainly from person to
person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person
coughs or sneezes. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people
who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. Spread is more likely
when people are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet).
COVID-19 seems to be spreading easily and sustainably in the community
(“community spread”) in many affected geographic
areas. Community spread means people have been infected with the
virus in an area, including some who are not sure how or where they became
infected.
Learn what is known about the spread of newly emerged
coronaviruses.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer explains exactly what community spread means.
This gives a direction definition of what community spread is, and provides some additional information about how the virus spreads.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Excellent

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: FAQs for Administrators and Leaders at Community- and Faith-Based Organizations
section_headers: Get Prepared
Where can my organization find out if the virus has spread to the local community?
section_content: You can get up-to-date information about local COVID-19 activity by keeping in
touch with your local and state public health officialsexternal
icon, and keeping up-to-date
with the CDC website.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer does not mention community spread at all. It's just a sentence giving sites for general COVID information.
This gives a link to some information about local coronavirus spread, but does not answer the question about what community spread is.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad
Question: During a Boil Water Advisory, is it safe to wash my hands with the tap water?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Preparing Your Home and Family for COVID-19
Should I use soap and water or a hand sanitizer to protect against COVID-19?
section_content: Handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself and your family from
getting sick. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20
seconds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing; going to
the bathroom; and before eating or preparing food. If soap and water are not
readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60%
alcohol.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Talks about handwashing, but doesn't address whether it's safe to use tap water during a Boil Water Advisory.
This only talks about the importance of hand washing but nothing specifically about whether tap water is safe and nothing about the water boiling advisory so it's not great

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: COVID-19 and Water
If my utility has issued a Boil Water Advisory, can I still use tap water to wash my hands?
section_content: In most cases, it is safe to wash your
hands with soap and tap water
during a Boil Water
Advisory. Follow the guidance from your local
public health officials. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-
based hand sanitizer containing at least 60% alcohol.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Specifically answers the question of whether it's safe to use tap water to wash your hands during a Boil Water Advisory.
This directly answers the question being asked and also provides links to additional information about the advisory so this is a very solid answer overall

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Excellent

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: COVID-19 and Water
Can the virus that causes COVID-19 spread through drinking water?
section_content: The virus that causes COVID-19 has not been detected in drinking water.
Conventional water treatment methods that use filtration and disinfection,
such as those in most municipal drinking water systems, should remove or
inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Confirms that COVID-19 doesn't spread through the drinking water, but doesn't address main question about whether tap water is safe for hand washing.
This doesn't mention the boil water advisory at all but it at least says that drinking water should be safe from COVID which is relevant to the question but still kind of off topic

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Could be Improved
Question: What is the definition of the acute respiratory illness?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: General Business Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Suspected or Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 in the Workplace
Are allergy symptoms considered an acute respiratory illness?
section_content: No. Allergy symptoms are not considered an acute respiratory illness.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer does not mention the definition of an acute respiratory illness, and therefore is a bad answer.
This answer is irrelevant to the question, it does not provide any definition of acute respiratory illness and is an answer about allergy symptoms in acute respiratory illness intead.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Higher Risk
What does more severe illness mean?
section_content: Severity typically means how much impact the illness or condition has on your
body’s function. You should talk with your healthcare provider if you have a
question about your health or how your health condition is being managed.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer is off topic and does not say what an acute  respiratory  illness is.
This does not answer the question. It talks about impact of illness on a person's body's function and does not give any definition of acute respiratory illness.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: General Business Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Suspected or Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 in the Workplace
What does “acute” respiratory illness mean?
section_content: “Acute” respiratory illness is an infection of the upper or lower respiratory
tract that may interfere with normal breathing, such as COVID-19. “Acute”
means of recent onset. A respiratory illness that is acute, that is, of recent
onset (for example, for a few days), and is used to distinguish from chronic
respiratory illnesses like asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
(COPD).

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer gives a full definition of an acute respiratory illness, and therefore is excellent.
This answers directly to the question. This answer provides definition and explanation of the acute respiratory illness.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Excellent
Question: What should I do if I think I may have Covid-19?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: What to Know About HIV and COVID-19
section_headers: What should I do if I think I might have COVID-19?
section_content: Call your health care provider if you develop
symptoms that could be
consistent with COVID-19. Discuss how to get evaluated and how to avoid
potentially exposing others to COVID-19.
Learn more about COVID-19 and what to do if you get
sick.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This information does not answer directly to the question. It provides recommendation to call the healthcare provider if a person might have developed symptoms or been exposed to Covid-19 to discuss how to get evaluated and what to do. It also provides a link for more information of what to do should the person get sick from Covid-19.
This is an acceptable response that tells you to call your health provider and also provides a link about what symptoms might be

Reviewer ratings:
Could be Improved
Acceptable

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: What to Know About Liver Disease and COVID-19
section_headers: What should I do if I think I might have COVID-19 or been exposed to a person with COVID-19?
section_content: Call your healthcare provider if you develop
symptoms of COVID-19 or if you
have been exposed to someone known to have COVID-19. Discuss how to get
evaluated and how to avoid spreading the virus to others.
Learn more about COVID-19 and what to do if you get
sick.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
I think this is a good response. It lacks in details but it's straight and to the point along with a link that tells you what the symptoms are
This is not a direct answer to the question, however this answer gives recommendation to call the healthcare provider should someone develop symptoms or been exposed to Covid-19 to discuss what to do and how to get evaluated. It also provides a link to the information of what to do further if somebody get sick from Covid-19.

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Could be Improved

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: FAQs for Correctional and Detention Facilities
section_headers: Staff at Correctional and Detention Facilities
What should I do if I think I may be sick with COVID-19?
section_content: If you think you have been exposed to
COVID-19 and develop a
fever or symptoms of respiratory illness, such as cough or difficulty
breathing, stay home. If you are at work, alert your supervisor right away and
go home. Read What To Do if You Are Sick to learn more.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This does not answer directly to the question. The answer only provides brief recommendation to stay home or inform supervisor at work and does not explain further what to do if someone might have infected by Covid-19.
This is more focused on what you should do in regards to work but it doesn't talk about pursuing any health related avenues

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Question: Can COVID-19 be spread through water in pools and spas?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: COVID-19 and Water
Can the COVID-19 virus spread through sewerage systems?
section_content: The virus that causes COVID-19 has been found in untreated wastewater.
Researchers do not know whether this virus can cause disease if a person is
exposed to untreated wastewater or sewerage systems. There is no evidence to
date that this has occurred. At this time, the risk of transmission of the
virus that causes COVID-19 through properly designed and maintained sewerage
systems is thought to be low.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer is irrelevant to the question. The question is asking about Covid-19 spread through water in pools and spas, but the answer provided is about Covid-19 virus found in untreated wastewater.
This answer only relates to waste water, and not to pools and spas, which is what the question is asking.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: COVID-19 and Water
Can the virus that causes COVID-19 spread through drinking water?
section_content: The virus that causes COVID-19 has not been detected in drinking water.
Conventional water treatment methods that use filtration and disinfection,
such as those in most municipal drinking water systems, should remove or
inactivate the virus that causes COVID-19.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer only relates to drinking water, not to pools and spas, which is what the original question asked.
This information does not answer the question. This is about Covid-19 in drinking water and the question is asking about Covid-19 spread through water in pools and spas.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: COVID-19 and Water
Can the virus that causes COVID-19 spread through pools, hot tubs, spas, and water play areas?
section_content: While there is ongoing community
spread of COVID-19 of the virus that causes COVID-19, it is important for
individuals as well as owners and operators of these facilities to take steps
to ensure health and safety:

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer does not address the question and is not relevant to the original question because it is general COVID-19 advice.
This answer is irrelevant to the question. The answer provides recommendation for individuals, owners and operators of facilities to take health and safety precautions during Covid-19 spread in the community.

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Question: What is a well-controlled health condition?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Higher Risk
Are there any medications I should avoid taking if I have COVID-19?
section_content: Currently, there is no evidence to show that taking ibuprofen or naproxen can
lead to a more severe infection of COVID-19.
People with high blood pressure should take their blood pressure medications,
as directed, and work with their healthcare provider to make sure that their
blood pressure is as well controlled as possible. Any changes to your
medications should only be made by your healthcare provider.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The question is asking about what a well controlled condition is and we're talking about medications here. This doesn't make any sense and is a terrible answer
This answer is irrelevant to the question. The answer provides information about ibuprofen, naproxen and blood pressure medication when the question is asking about well-controlled health condition.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Higher Risk
What does a well-controlled health condition mean?
section_content: Generally, well-controlled means that your condition is stable, not life-
threatening, and laboratory assessments and other findings are as similar as
possible to those without the health condition. You should talk with your
healthcare provider if you have a question about your health or how your
health condition is being managed.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This information answers the question directly. The answer provides definition and explanation about well-controlled health condition.
This is asking for the definition of well controlled and this response answers that directly and efficiently. This is a very solid response

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Excellent
Excellent

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Higher Risk
How were the underlying conditions for people considered higher risk of serious illness with COVID-19 selected?
section_content: This list is based on:

What we are learning from the outbreak in other countries and in the United States.
What we know about risk from other respiratory infections, like flu.

As CDC gets more information about COVID-19 cases here in the United States,
we will update this list as needed.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer is irrelevant to the question. The answer does not provide any information about well-controlled health condition, instead, this is a brief explanation about how CDC gains their information of Covid-19.
This answer is just referring to an unseen list that doesn't seem to have anything to do with the question being asked. This is a pretty terrible response

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Question: Is there reason to stigmatize any particular group of persons for the soread of COVID-19?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: What to Know About HIV and COVID-19
section_headers: What can everyone do to minimize stigma about COVID-19?
section_content: Minimizing stigma and misinformation about COVID-19 is very important. People
with HIV have experience in dealing with stigma and can be allies in
preventing COVID-19 stigma. Learn how you can reduce stigma and help prevent
the spread of rumors about COVID-19.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
While it addresses the topic of stigma surrounding the disease and spread it doesn't actually answer the question.
While the answer outlines why those should not stigmatize a particular group, the answer does not outline the potential reason why people choose to stigmatize those.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: What to Know About Liver Disease and COVID-19
section_headers: What can everyone do to minimize stigma about COVID-19?
section_content: Minimizing stigma and misinformation about COVID-19 is very important. People
with liver disease have experience in dealing with stigma and can be allies in
preventing COVID-19 stigma. Learn how you can reduce stigma and help prevent
the spread of rumors about COVID-19.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Does not actually answer the question. Plus why liver disease? This is bizarre.
The answer discusses minimizing stigma, and does not talk about the reason.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Coronavirus Disease 2019 Basics
Why might someone blame or avoid individuals and groups (create stigma) because of COVID-19?
section_content: People in the U.S. may be worried or anxious about friends and relatives who
are living in or visiting areas where COVID-19 is spreading. Some people are
worried about getting the disease from these people. Fear and anxiety can lead
to social stigma, for example, toward people who live in certain parts of the
world, people who have traveled internationally, people who were in
quarantine, or healthcare professionals.
Stigma is discrimination against an identifiable group of people, a place, or
a nation. Stigma is associated with a lack of knowledge about how COVID-19
spreads, a need to blame someone, fears about disease and death, and gossip
that spreads rumors and myths.
Stigma hurts everyone by creating more fear or anger toward ordinary people
instead of focusing on the disease that is causing the problem.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Talks all about different things associated with stigmatizing people but does not answer the question.
The answer both answers the direct question of why people have a stigma, while giving advice against stigma.

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Question: Is it okay for me to stay at a homeless shelter in light of the COVID-19 crisis?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Homelessness and COVID-19 FAQs
section_headers: Should homeless encampments be cleared?
section_content: Connecting people to stable housing should continue to be a priority. However,
if individual housing options are not available, allow people who are living
in encampments to remain where they are. Encourage people living in
encampments to increase space between people and provide hygiene resources in
accordance with the Interim Guidance for People Experiencing Unsheltered
Homelessness.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This address getting people into stable housing and people who are living in outdoor encampments, but does not address homeless shelters.
This answer doesn't address whether it's safe to stay in a shelter. It talks about encampments.

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Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: People Experiencing Homelessness
section_headers: Keeping open homeless shelters and encampments
section_content: Homeless shelters serve a critical function in our communities. Shelters
should stay open unless homeless service providers, health departments, and
housing authorities have determined together that a shelter needs to close.
Connecting people to stable housing should continue to be a priority.

However, if individual housing options are not available, allow people who are living in encampments to remain where they are.
Encourage people living in encampments to increase space between people and provide hygiene resources.


Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer says shelters should remain open but it doesn't say if they are safe to do so or not.
This does say that shelters should stay open if possible, implying the risk for COVID in shelters is outweighed by the benefits.

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Could be Improved
Acceptable

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: People Experiencing Homelessness
section_headers: How people experiencing homelessness can protect themselves
section_content: Many of the recommendations to prevent
COVID-19 may be
difficult for a person experiencing homelessness to do. Although it may not be
possible to avoid certain crowded locations (such as shelters), people who are
homeless should:

Try to avoid other crowded public settings and public transportation.
If possible, use take-away options for food.
Maintain a distance of 6 feet (about two arms’ length) from other people.
Wash their hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds as often as possible, and cover their coughs and sneezes.


Reviewer feedback on this answer:
It doesn't give a specific answer but rather implies an answer.
It doesn't really say that it's OK to stay at a homeless shelter (only that it is probably unavoidable), but does give some recommendations to reduce risk while staying at one.

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Acceptable