McGill-NLP/feedbackQA huggingface dataset:
Question: Will there be extra screening or procedures when I depart for international travel?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Travel: Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
section_headers: International Travel
Should I cancel my international trip?
section_content: CDC recommends that travelers avoid all nonessential international travel
because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Some health care systems are overwhelmed and
there may be limited access to adequate medical care in affected areas. Many
countries are implementing travel restrictions and mandatory quarantines,
closing borders, and prohibiting non-citizens from entry with little advance
notice. Airlines have cancelled many international flights and in-country
travel may be unpredictable. If you choose to travel internationally, your
travel plans may be disrupted, and you may have to remain outside the United
States for an indefinite length of time.
CDC also recommends all travelers defer all cruise ship travel
worldwide.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Discusses potential travel restrictions for international travelers, though without specific information for any country.
This broadly answers the question that will be differences to international travel but does not give specifics on what will change when departing.

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Acceptable

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Travel: Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
section_headers: International Travel
When can I return to work after international travel?
section_content: Currently, all international travelers arriving into the US should stay home
for 14 days after their arrival. At home, they are expected to monitor their
health and practice social distancing. To protect the health of others, these
travelers should not to go to work or school for 14 days.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Has advice that's relevant if the destination of your international travel is the US.
This answers what will happen when arriving at a destination but not when departing.

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Could be Improved

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Travel: Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
section_headers: International Travel
What can I expect when departing other countries?
section_content: Some countries are conducting exit screening for all passengers leaving their
country. Before being permitted to board a departing flight, you may have your
temperature taken and be asked questions about your travel history and health.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Directly answers the question by explaining additional exit screening may be necessary.
The question was answered with specific examples.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Excellent
Question: For people with moderate to severe asthma what is the risk of severe illness from COVID-19

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: People Who Are at Higher Risk for Severe Illness
section_content: COVID-19 is a new disease and there is limited information regarding risk
factors for severe disease. Based on currently available information and
clinical expertise, older adults and people of any age who have serious
underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness
from COVID-19.
Based on what we know now, those at high-risk for severe illness from COVID-19
are:

People 65 years and older
People who live in a nursing home or long-term care facility

People of all ages with underlying medical conditions, particularly if not
well controlled, including:

People with chronic lung disease or moderate to severe asthma
People who have serious heart conditions
People who are immunocompromised 
Many conditions can cause a person to be immunocompromised, including cancer treatment, smoking, bone marrow or organ transplantation, immune deficiencies, poorly controlled HIV or AIDS, and prolonged use of corticosteroids and other immune weakening medications


People with severe obesity (body mass index [BMI] of 40 or higher)
People with diabetes
People with chronic kidney disease undergoing dialysis
People with liver disease

Older AdultsAt Risk For Severe IllnessPeople with Liver
Disease
People with AsthmaPeople with HIVPeople Who Are
Immunocompromised

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Specifies that people with asthma are at higher risk for complications from COVID-19 and links to resources for people with asthma.
The answer isn't all about the dangers of having asthma in the pandemic, but it clearly states that having asthma is a risk factor.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
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:
Specifically answers the question, saying that people with asthma are at greater risk of severe complications from COVID-19.
The answer is relevant, but it's too short. There's not enough info or evidence.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Acceptable

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:
Talks about whether treatment is available for COVID-19. Doesn't mention people with asthma.
The answer is about whether there's a vaccine for the virus. Doesn't mention asthma.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad
Question: Should outdoor equipment be disinfected?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Cleaning and Disinfection
Is cleaning alone effective against the virus that causes COVID-19?
section_content: Cleaning does not kill germs, but by removing them, it lowers their numbers
and the risk of spreading infection. If a surface may have gotten the virus on
it from a person with or suspected to have COVID-19, the surface should be
cleaned and disinfected. Disinfecting kills germs on surfaces.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Does not answer whether or not outdoor equipment should be disinfected and just responds with the benefits of cleaning.
This does not provide answer to the question. This information is explaining about why cleaning and disinfecting have to be done during Covid-19 and does not provide any information on whether or not outdoor equipment should be disinfected.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Cleaning and Disinfection
Should outdoor playgrounds, like those at schools or in parks, be cleaned and disinfected to prevent COVID-19?
section_content: Outdoor areas generally require normal routine cleaning and do not require
disinfection. Spraying disinfectant on outdoor playgrounds is not an efficient
use of disinfectant supplies and has not been proven to reduce the risk of
COVID-19 to the public. You should maintain existing cleaning and hygiene
practices for outdoor areas. If practical, high touch surfaces made of plastic
or metal, such as grab bars and railings, should be cleaned routinely.
Cleaning and disinfection of wooden surfaces (e.g., play structures, benches,
tables) or groundcovers (e.g., mulch, sand) is not recommended.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Responds directly to the question by providing a response as to whether or not outdoor equipment should be disinfected, how to clean it, and the benefits of cleaning.
This answers the question directly. The answer provides information on routine cleaning and disinfection of outdoor areas, playgrounds as well as outdoor high touch surfaces and objects.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Excellent

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Cleaning and Disinfection
Who should clean and disinfect community spaces?
section_content: Regular cleaning staff can clean and disinfect community spaces. Cleaning
staff should be trained on appropriate use of cleaning and disinfection
chemicals and provided with the personal protective equipment (PPE) required
for the chemicals used.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Does not answer whether or not outdoor equipment should be disinfected and responds with who can clean community spaces and what protections they should have.
This information does not answer the question. This information is about cleaning staff training on cleaning and disinfecting community spaces with cleaning and disinfection chemicals. This answer does not provide any information on whether or not outdoor equipment should be disinfected during Covid-19.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad
Question: How can an asthmatic better handle disinfecting our house?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Preparing Your Home and Family for COVID-19
What cleaning products should I use to protect against COVID-19?
section_content: Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces such as tables, doorknobs,
light switches, countertops, handles, desks, phones, keyboards, toilets,
faucets, and sinks. If surfaces are dirty, clean them using detergent or soap
and water prior to disinfection. To disinfect, most common EPA-registered
household disinfectants will work. See CDC’s recommendations for household
cleaning and disinfection.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Question is specific to asthmatic but the answer is irrelevant to that topic.
Recommends frequently disinfecting surfaces but doesn't specifically mention people with asthma.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Retirement Communities and Independent Living Facilities
section_headers: Planning and Preparedness
Does CDC have recommendations for cleaning and disinfecting surfaces?
section_content: Routinely clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces (e.g., doorknobs,
light switches, countertops) with cleaners that you typically use. Use all
cleaning products according to the directions on the label. Practice strict
infection control procedures if there is a case in your
facility.
Follow CDC’s Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations for
Communities.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Gives general advice to disinfect surfaces, but doesn't specifically address what people with asthma should do.
The question asks specifically about asthmatics and cleaning. The answer ignores the main topic of the question.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: People with Moderate to Severe Asthma
section_headers: Clean and disinfect things you or your family touch frequently
section_content: 
If possible, have someone who doesn’t have asthma do the cleaning and disinfecting. When they use cleaning and disinfecting products, have them: 
Make sure that people with asthma are not in the room.
Minimize use of disinfectants that can cause an asthma attack.
Open windows or doors and use a fan that blows air outdoors.
Clean and disinfect surfaces like phones, remotes, tables, doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, desks, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and sinks daily.
Always follow the instructions on the product label.
Spray or pour spray products onto a cleaning cloth or paper towel instead of spraying the product directly onto the cleaning surface (if the product label allows).




Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Recommends people with asthma avoid cleaning the house, and gives advice on protective measure if they absolutely have to.
The answer is dismissive of the question. Q: How can an asthmatic safely clean and disinfect? A: Don't.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Bad
Question: Can blood samples be submitted to the CDC for COVID-19 antibody testing?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions about Laboratory Testing and COVID-19
section_headers: For All Laboratories: Serology
Does CDC accept specimens for antibody testing?
section_content: CDC is currently performing antibody surveys to understand how COVID-19 has
spread in the U.S. population. CDC is not using its antibody tests for
diagnostic purposes, and thus is not accepting antibody test requests intended
for COVID-19 patient diagnosis.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
It directly states that the CDC isn't accepting samples.  It's a good answer.
This is another short but direct answer to the question. They aren't using their antibody test for diagnostics at this time which is what was being asked

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Excellent

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Test for Current Infection
section_headers: How to get a viral test
section_content: COVID-19 testing differs by location. If you have symptoms of COVID-19 and
want to get tested, call your healthcare provider first. You can also visit
your
state
or local health
department’s website to look for the latest local information on testing.
Although supplies of tests are increasing, it may still be difficult to find
a place to get tested.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized two viral tests
that let you collect either a nasal swab or a saliva
sample at home. However, you will still need to send your sample to a
laboratory for analysis.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This is talking about local testing in general but makes no mention of the CDC doing blood sample tests which is what was being asked about in the question
This is talking about testing and the CDC, but it really doesn't say if this is for antibody blood testing.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Could be Improved

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions about Laboratory Testing and COVID-19
section_headers: For All Laboratories: Serology
Will CDC submit its antibody test for an EUA?
section_content: Not at this time. CDC is using its antibody test as part of a multi-agency
study to evaluate current commercially marketed antibody tests for specificity
and sensitivity and to help determine how results from antibody tests could
support policymaking. CDC will share information publicly on the recommended
use of antibody testing as soon as enough data becomes available.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
It's a good answer.  It directly states that the CDC is not accepting samples.
This directly answers the question succinctly. The CDC is not taking blood samples at the time and will share information if anything changes

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Excellent
Question: What should I do if my staff member gets sick at an event we're hosting?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Event Planning and COVID-19: Questions and Answers
section_headers: Confirmed case of COVID-19 at an event
What is the best way to clean and disinfect the event space after a confirmed case of COVID-19 at my event?
section_content: CDC has guidance for cleaning and disinfecting rooms and areas where a person
with suspected or confirmed COVID-19 has visited. See Environmental Cleaning
and Disinfection
Recommendations.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Could relate to hosting but does not give any detail.
The answer is about cleaning, not about sickness at events.

Reviewer ratings:
Could be Improved
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Event Planning and COVID-19: Questions and Answers
section_headers: Confirmed case of COVID-19 at an event
What steps should I take if an attendee or staff person develops symptoms of COVID-19 while at the event?
section_content: If a staff member or attendee becomes sick at your event, separate them from
others as soon as possible and until they can go home. Provide them with
clean, disposable facemaskspdf iconpdf
icon
to wear, if available. If not available, provide them with a tissue or some
other way to cover their coughs and sneezes. If needed, contact emergency
services for those who need emergency care. Public transportation, shared
rides, and taxis should be avoided for sick persons. Be sure to contact local
public health officials regarding the possible case of COVID-19 at your event
and how to communicate with staff and attendees about possible exposure to the
virus. Read more about preventing the spread of COVID-19 if someone is
sick.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Talks only about staff members and is thorough yet not too long.
The answer is a detailed response to the question.

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:
Talks only about students and staff, not about an event that is being hosted, so it is thus not relevant.
The answer is about illness at school, not work events.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad
Question: Will COVID-19 die in hotter weather?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: What to Know About Liver Disease and COVID-19
section_headers: Are people with hepatitis B virus or hepatitis C at higher risk for COVID-19 than other people?
section_content: Currently, we have no information about whether people with hepatitis B or
hepatitis C are at increased risk for getting COVID-19 or having severe
COVID-19. However, based on available information and clinical expertise,
older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical
conditions, including people with liver disease, might be at higher risk for
severe illness from COVID-19, particularly if the underlying medical
conditions are not well controlled.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Doesn't mention temperature or weather and instead focuses on risk among people with hepatitis.
The question originally relates to weather and if summer season will eliminate COVID-19, which this answer is unrelated.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: How COVID-19 Spreads
What temperature kills the virus that causes COVID-19?
section_content: Generally coronaviruses survive for shorter periods at higher temperatures and
higher humidity than in cooler or dryer environments. However, we don’t have
direct data for this virus, nor do we have direct data for a temperature-based
cutoff for inactivation at this point. The necessary temperature would also be
based on the materials of the surface, the environment, etc. Regardless of
temperature please follow CDC’s guidance for cleaning and
disinfection.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Says that coronaviruses are generally less effective in warmer weather, but there's no definitive information available about COVID-19.
This only discusses warm temperatures, and not warm weather, but the answer is still relevant.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Could be Improved

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: How COVID-19 Spreads
Will warm weather stop the outbreak of COVID-19?
section_content: It is not yet known whether weather and temperature affect the spread of
COVID-19. Some other viruses, like those that cause the common cold and flu,
spread more during cold weather months but that does not mean it is impossible
to become sick with these viruses during other months. There is much more to
learn about the transmissibility, severity, and other features associated with
COVID-19 and investigations are ongoing.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Says that it's currently unknown whether warmer weather will affect the spread of COVID-19.
This answer relates to the question and answers it directly.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Excellent
Question: Can you explain what community mitigation is?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Community Mitigation
What is community mitigation?
section_content: Community mitigation activities are actions that people and communities can
take to slow the spread of infectious diseases, including COVID-19. Community
mitigation is especially important before a vaccine or drug becomes widely
available.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer kind of states what community mitigation actions are.  I think there could be a better explaination though.
This is a great answer that gets to the heart of the question. It clearly defines the phrase and then tells why it's so important in times that we're experiencing now.

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Excellent

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 question is asking about community mitigation and the response is defining community spread. These are not the same thing so it's a bad answer
This information could be helpful to someone answering the question, but at the same time, it might confuse them.  There is no mention of the word mitigation in it and it doesn't have a lot of information.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Could be Improved

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Community Mitigation
What are community mitigation actions for COVID-19?
section_content: Some community mitigation actions may include:

Washing hands often
Avoiding close contact with people who are sick, and practicing social distancing
Covering mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others
Covering coughs and sneezes
Cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces daily


Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The question is asking what community mitigation is but the response focuses on how to achieve community mitigation without ever defining it. That's what's missing to make this a good answer
This answer tells how to mitigate in the community, but it doesn't really state what community mitigation is.

Reviewer ratings:
Could be Improved
Acceptable
Question: What kind of glove should I wear while treating COVID-19 patients?

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:
The answer addresses how COVID is transmitted, and doesn't discuss anything about gloves - which is the subject of the question.
This is general information.  It is not talking about gloves at all.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

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:
It talks about disposable gloves, but I feel like the question is meaning to be more specific.
The answer does relate to the question, in that it does talk about the fact that those caring for COVID patients should use disposable gloves. But it talks more about when to use them, then specifics about the gloves themselves - materials, and things like that could be good additional information.

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Acceptable

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Personal Protective Equipment: Questions and Answers
section_headers: Gloves
What type of glove is recommended to care for suspected or confirmed COVID-19 patients in healthcare settings?
section_content: Nonsterile disposable patient examination gloves, which are used for routine
patient care in healthcare settings, are appropriate for the care of patients
with suspected or confirmed COVID-19.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
It mentions what kind of gloves to use.  It answers the question straight out and to the point.
While the answer is short, it does give a detailed description of the kind of gloves that should be worn - "nonsterile, disposable" gloves  which are routinely used for patient care. Someone could use that information and know what to do. Mentioning the materials the gloves should be made of would be good additional information.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Acceptable
Question: What should be taken into consideration when selecting gloves?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Personal Protective Equipment: Questions and Answers
section_headers: Gloves
What type of glove is recommended to care for suspected or confirmed COVID-19 patients in healthcare settings?
section_content: Nonsterile disposable patient examination gloves, which are used for routine
patient care in healthcare settings, are appropriate for the care of patients
with suspected or confirmed COVID-19.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Does not give any specifics as to thickness, etc of gloves to be used is very generic
This answer specifically tells me the type of glove that should be used but doesn't tell me any considerations to think about when selecting gloves.

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Acceptable

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Personal Protective Equipment: Questions and Answers
section_headers: Gloves
How do I put on (don) or take off (doff) my gloves?
section_content: 
Check to see if your facility has guidance on how to don and doff PPE. The procedure to don and doff should be tailored to the specific type of PPE that you have available at your facility.
If your facility does not have specific guidance, the CDC has recommended sequences for donning and doffing of PPEpdf icon.
It is important for HCP to perform hand hygiene after removing PPE. Hand hygiene should be performed by using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer that contains 60-95% alcohol or washing hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If hands are visibly soiled, soap and water should be used before returning to alcohol-based hand sanitizer.


Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Gives no direction on gloves and therefore doesn't answer the question
This answer tells me proper techniques to donning and doffing PPE.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Personal Protective Equipment: Questions and Answers
section_headers: Gloves
What standards should be considered when choosing gloves?
section_content: 
The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)external icon has developed standards for patient examination gloves.
Standard specifications for nitrile gloves, natural rubber gloves, and polychloroprene gloves indicate higher minimum tensile strength and elongation requirements compared to vinyl gloves.1,2,3,4
The ASTM has developed standards for patient examination gloves. Length requirements for patient exam gloves must be a minimum of 220mm-230mm depending on glove size and material type.1,2,3,4


Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Gives clear direction as to what is acceptable in patient exam gloves
This answer gives specific guidance for patient examiniation gloves but doesn't list special considerations when selecting gloves.

Reviewer ratings:
Excellent
Acceptable
Question: What should I do if one of our students tests positive for Covid 19?

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:
Provides info relevant to the question but should include links and probably a more updated approach.
Recommends specific steps to take after a child tests positive for COVID19.

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Excellent

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: K-12 Schools and Child Care Programs
section_headers: Administrators
Planning and Responding to COVID-19
Should my school screen students for COVID-19?
section_content: Schools and child care programs are not expected to screen children,
students, or staff to identify cases of COVID-19. If a community (or more
specifically, a school) has cases of COVID-19, local health officials will
help identify those individuals and follow up on next steps.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Has generic advice to contact local health officials, with no specific information about what to do with students who test positive.
The question is about what to do if a student tests positive but the answer talks about schools not screening (irrelevant).

Reviewer ratings:
Could be Improved
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Testing for COVID-19
section_headers: Results
section_content: 
If you test positive for COVID-19 by a viral test , know what protective steps to take if you are sick or caring for someone.
If you test negative for COVID-19 by a viral test , you probably were not infected at the time your sample was collected. However, that does not mean you will not get sick. The test result only means that you did not have COVID-19 at the time of testing.

**** If you test positive or negative for COVID-19, no matter the type of
test, you still should take preventive measures to protect yourself and
others.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Does not specifically address what schools should do about sick students.
The question is about a student at a school specifically testing positive and from a teacher/admin standoint. The answer is general indications for when someone gets their test results back.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad
Question: How does COVID-19 affect the immunocompromised differently?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Coronavirus Disease 2019 Basics
What is a novel coronavirus?
section_content: A novel coronavirus is a new coronavirus that has not been previously
identified. The virus causing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), is not the
same as the coronaviruses that commonly circulate among
humans and cause mild illness,
like the common cold.
A diagnosis with coronavirus 229E, NL63, OC43, or HKU1 is not the same as a
COVID-19 diagnosis. Patients with COVID-19 will be evaluated and cared for
differently than patients with common coronavirus diagnosis.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Answer only offers description of covid, but is not relevant to the original question asked. Could be improved by including information regarding further info and safety steps for immunocompromised persons.
This answer is irrelevant to the question. The answer explains about the diagnosis and virus causing Covid-19 when the question is asking how Covid-19 is affecting immunocompromised people differently.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: If You Are Immunocompromised, Protect Yourself From COVID-19
section_headers: Risk of Severe Illness from COVID- 19
section_content: People with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of getting severely
sick from SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. They may also remain
infectious for a longer period of time than others with COVID-19, but we
cannot confirm this until we learn more about this new virus.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Answer is relevant but short. Could use further elaboration on safety steps to take.
This answer provides brief explanation of how people who are immunocompromised will react to the virus even though it's still controversial due to limited information we have on the virus at this time.

Reviewer ratings:
Acceptable
Acceptable

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Clinical Questions about COVID-19: Questions and Answers
section_headers: Transmission
Can people who recover from COVID-19 be re-infected with SARS-CoV-2?
section_content: The immune response, including duration of immunity, to SARS-CoV-2 infection
is not yet understood. Patients with MERS-CoV are unlikely to be re-infected
shortly after they recover, but it is not yet known whether similar immune
protection will be observed for patients with COVID-19.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Does not provide relevant answer to question. Answer relates to the immune response to covid, and not immunocompromised persons.
The information provided doesn't answer the question. This answer provides information about immune responses of people infected with Mers-CoV and Covid-19 when the question is asking about how Covid-19 is affecting immunnocompromised population differently.

Reviewer ratings:
Bad
Bad
Question: Will CMS allow pathologist to sign out cases remotely during COVID-19?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions about Laboratory Testing and COVID-19
section_headers: For All Laboratories: Serology
Does CDC accept specimens for antibody testing?
section_content: CDC is currently performing antibody surveys to understand how COVID-19 has
spread in the U.S. population. CDC is not using its antibody tests for
diagnostic purposes, and thus is not accepting antibody test requests intended
for COVID-19 patient diagnosis.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Talks about antibody surveys and doesn't mention CMS or remote testing.
The answer is unrelated to the CMS and weather pathologist will be allowed to sign out cases remotely during COVID-19.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions about Laboratory Testing and COVID-19
section_headers: For All Laboratories: Accessing Laboratory Testing
Are pathologists able to sign out cases remotely during the COVID-19 public health emergency?
section_content: CMS has indicated that it will allow laboratories to use temporary testing
sites for remote review and reporting of laboratory data, slides, and images
if specific criteria are met. Please refer to this CMS Memorandumexternal
icon for additional information.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Gives specific answer about CMS's response to whether laboratories can handle COVID-19 cases remotely.
The answer is only related to weather the cms i will allow laboratories to use temporary testing sites for remote review and reporting of laboratory data, slides, and images, it has nothing to do with weather or not they will allow pathologist to sign out cases remotely during COVID-19.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Clinical Questions about COVID-19: Questions and Answers
section_headers: Testing, Diagnosis, and Notification
Should chest CT be used for diagnosis of COVID-19?
section_content: Clinicians considering use of chest CT scans for diagnosis or management of
COVID-19 patients should consider whether such imaging will change clinical
management. The American College of Radiology (ACR) recommends that CT should
not be used to screen for COVID-19, or as a first-line test to diagnose
COVID-19, and that CT should be used sparingly and reserved for hospitalized,
symptomatic patients with specific clinical indications for CT. Appropriate
infection control procedures should be followed before scanning subsequent
patients. For more information see, ACR Recommendations for the use of Chest
Radiography and Computed Tomography (CT) for Suspected COVID-19
Infectionexternal iconexternal icon.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Talking about CT scans, not allowing clinics to handle COVID-19 cases remotely.
The answer is related to testing and diagnosing Covid-19 it never mentions weather or not the CMS will allow  to

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Question: In what ways are quarantine and isolation similar to each other

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Quarantine and Isolation
section_headers: How are quarantine and isolation similar?
section_content: Both quarantine and isolation:

involve separation of people to protect the public
help limit further spread of COVID-19
can be done voluntarily or be required by health authorities


Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer is concise and precise. It touched every aspect of the question.
This explains in detail with several bullet points what the similarities between quarantine and isolation are.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: FAQs for Correctional and Detention Facilities
section_headers: People Who Are Incarcerated at Correctional and Detention Facilities
What does it mean to be in quarantine?
section_content: Anyone who has close contact with a person with COVID-19 will need to stay
away from other people for at least 14 days to make sure they aren’t sick as
well. This means that they will be placed in a room separate from others, or
just with other people who have also been exposed to the same sick person.
During this time, they will be checked for COVID-19 symptoms. If testing is
available, a person in quarantine may be tested several times until medical
staff are sure they do not have the virus.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
The answer is too long. It did not directly answer the question.
This is about what to do if you've been in contact with someone with COVID-19, not about the similarities between isolation and quarantine.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: FAQs for Correctional and Detention Facilities
section_headers: Staff at Correctional and Detention Facilities
What does it mean to be in quarantine?
section_content: Anyone who has close contact with a person with COVID-19 will need to stay
away from other people for at least 14 days to see whether symptoms develop.
If you are a close contact of a person with COVID-19, you should self-
quarantine at home by staying in a separate room away from others. Read
Caring for Yourself at Home and What To Do if You Are
Sick to learn
more.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
It did not answer the question about the similarities.
This gives advice for someone who has had contact with a person with COVID-19, not a definition of quarantine or isolation.

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Question: Do roadways and sidewalks need to be disinfected?

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Cleaning and Disinfection
Should sidewalks and roads be disinfected to prevent COVID-19?
section_content: CDC does not recommend disinfection of sidewalks or roads. Spraying
disinfectant on sidewalks and roads is not an efficient use of disinfectant
supplies and has not been proven to reduce the risk of COVID-19 to the public.
The risk of spreading the virus that causes COVID-19 from these surfaces is
very low and disinfection is not effective on these surfaces.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Answer supplied is very direct and explains why the CDC does not recommend disinfection of roadways and sidewalks.
This answers the question directly by providing information and CDC recommendation on disinfecting sidewalks and roads.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Cleaning and Disinfection
Should outdoor playgrounds, like those at schools or in parks, be cleaned and disinfected to prevent COVID-19?
section_content: Outdoor areas generally require normal routine cleaning and do not require
disinfection. Spraying disinfectant on outdoor playgrounds is not an efficient
use of disinfectant supplies and has not been proven to reduce the risk of
COVID-19 to the public. You should maintain existing cleaning and hygiene
practices for outdoor areas. If practical, high touch surfaces made of plastic
or metal, such as grab bars and railings, should be cleaned routinely.
Cleaning and disinfection of wooden surfaces (e.g., play structures, benches,
tables) or groundcovers (e.g., mulch, sand) is not recommended.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
Answer specifies that it is for playgrounds and not for roadways or sidewalks unless one takes the very vague and open-ended first sentence to have roadways and sidewalks included in "outdoor areas".
This information does not answer the question. It provides guidelines on cleaning and disinfecting outdoor areas but for no information on disinfecting roadways and sidewalks.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: Cleaning and Disinfection
Who should clean and disinfect community spaces?
section_content: Regular cleaning staff can clean and disinfect community spaces. Cleaning
staff should be trained on appropriate use of cleaning and disinfection
chemicals and provided with the personal protective equipment (PPE) required
for the chemicals used.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This information does not answer the question. The question is asking about disinfecting sidewalks and roadways and the answer provides information on cleaning staff training on using disinfection and cleaning chemicals to disinfect community spaces.
While one can think of roadways and sidewalks as "community spaces" that is not what this answer is referring to so much as playgrounds, parks, rec centers, etc.

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Question: Will the disease slow down over the summer?

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:
The question is in regards to the changing of the seasons.  This passage is about testing.
This answer does not relate to whether summer will slow or increase the spread of Covid-19.

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Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Frequently Asked Questions
section_headers: How COVID-19 Spreads
Will warm weather stop the outbreak of COVID-19?
section_content: It is not yet known whether weather and temperature affect the spread of
COVID-19. Some other viruses, like those that cause the common cold and flu,
spread more during cold weather months but that does not mean it is impossible
to become sick with these viruses during other months. There is much more to
learn about the transmissibility, severity, and other features associated with
COVID-19 and investigations are ongoing.

Reviewer feedback on this answer:
This answer relates to the question of if summer will slow down Covid-19.
This is not a definitive answer but it does address the virus and the changing of the seasons.

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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 answer does not relate to if summer will cause the slow of Covid-19.
This answer talks about the spread in the US, but there is no mention of the temperature of the change of the seasons.

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Question: What does a well controlled condition mean?

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. It provides definition and explanation of a well-controlled condition as asked in the question.
This is a good answer.  It gives the definition of what a controlled condition is.

Reviewer ratings:
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Excellent

Answer passage (source: CDC):
page_title: Coping with Stress
section_headers: Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations
section_content: How you respond to the outbreak can depend on your background, the things that
make you different from other people, and the community you live in.
People who may respond more strongly to the stress of a crisis include:

Older people and people with chronic diseases who are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19.
Children and teens.
People who are helping with the response to COVID-19, like doctors, other health care providers, and first responders.
People who have mental health conditions including problems with substance use.


Reviewer feedback on this answer:
I think maybe some of this would pertain to the question, but the question was about a well controlled condition.  There is nothing really said about a well controlled condition here.
This answer is irrelevant to the question. This answer does not provide any information on well controlled condition, instead, it is explaining about how people respond to the stress of a crisis.

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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:
This answer is irrelevant to the question. The question is asking about well-controlled condition and this answer is about Covid-19 treatment and vaccine.
This answer is talking about vaccines.  The question was asking for the definition of a controlled condition.

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