Google launches `` Comprehensive information site for new coronavirus countermeasures '', online inspection service of infection test is being released in advance

Verily , a medical company under Alphabet, a parent company of Google, tests a service that can receive an interview on a PC to receive an infection test for a new type of coronavirus infection (COVID-19) that is explosively spreading around the world Publicly. In addition, Google's Thunder Pichai CEO announces that it will release not only Verily's online questioning site but also a website that summarizes various information and tools related to COVID-19 by making full use of Google and YouTube services Did.

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The site released by Verily was developed jointly with Google as part of the medical collaboration project ' Project Baseline ' which has been promoted for a long time, and it will be possible to receive medical interviews via the Internet without going to the hospital. In addition, by linking with the reservation system of the local hospital, if you are judged that you are eligible for the examination, you can make an appointment at the hospital while staying at home.

According to Verily, in California, not all citizens can be tested for COVID-19, but only those who are 18 years of age and at highest risk. Verily states, 'If you are interested in testing for COVID-19, please complete an online interview in accordance with the guidelines of the Public Health Authority. Will determine if you qualify. 'Only Santa Clara and San Mateo counties in California are available.

According to Google, Verily's published online interview site is in the early stages of development and is expected to be available in a wider area in the future. In addition, Pichai CEO has revealed in a blog that Verily's online inquiry site is one of the contents of Google's `` Comprehensive information site for COVID-19 measures ''

Statement from Verily: 'We are developing a tool to help triage individuals for Covid-19 testing.Verily is in the early stages of development, and planning to roll testing out in the Bay Area, with the hope of expanding more broadly over time.

— Google Communications (@Google_Comms) March 13, 2020

In a blog post on March 15, 2020, Pichai said, `` For the last 21 years, Google's mission was to organize information around the world, make it globally accessible and useful, '' 'We are working with the U.S. Government to develop a website dedicated to education, prevention, and local resources for COVID-19 across the country. Includes links to reliable information from the Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as well as helpful tips and tools for individuals, educators, and businesses. Will publish an early version of the website and will continually enhance and update it. '

Regarding the information site opened by Google, President Donald Trump said at a press conference on March 13, 2020, `` Google will publish a website that can screen COVID-19 in the United States, '' Pichai said. Announced prior to article. Furthermore, Vice President Mike Pence said at a press conference on March 14, 2020, 'I know that Google has announced that it will launch a COVID-19 compliant website. And we're working on schedule. '

However, when the President and Vice President announced, Google had not announced anything. In response to the press, Google hurriedly posted a series of tweets with Verily's statement, stating that 'we are working with the government to develop a nationwide website containing information on COVID-19 symptoms, risks and tests.' He revealed that he is working with the government to develop an information site on COVID-19 measures.

“Google is partnering with the US Government in developing a nationwide website that includes information about COVID-19 symptoms, risk and testing information. (2/6)

— Google Communications (@Google_Comms) March 15, 2020

In addition to Verily's online medical inquiry service, Google's planned comprehensive information site will provide links to public health agency movies posted on YouTube, link schools and local businesses by linking Google My Business with Google Maps It is planned to be able to display information on school holidays and holidays. “At this unprecedented moment, we feel a great responsibility to help people.We do everything we can to fulfill our mission, We will help you take care of your business. '