Plus: Trust in medical scientists has grown, but mainly among Democrats, and how Americans navigate cellphones and social media in relationships.
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May 25, 2020

 

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Trust in Medical Scientists Has Grown in U.S., but Mainly Among Democrats
 

Trust in medical scientists has grown in U.S., but mainly among Democrats

 

About six-in-ten Americans believe social distancing measures are helping a lot to slow the spread of coronavirus in the nation.

  • Most Americans expect a COVID-19 vaccine within a year; 72% say they would get vaccinated
 
53% of Americans Say the Internet Has Been Essential During the COVID-19 Outbreak
 

53% of Americans say the internet has been essential during the COVID-19 outbreak

 

Americans with lower incomes are particularly likely to have concerns related to the digital divide and the digital “homework gap.”

  • From virtual parties to ordering food, how Americans are using the internet during COVID-19
 
Most Americans Say Federal Government Has Primary Responsibility for COVID-19 Testing
 

Most Americans say federal government has primary responsibility for COVID-19 testing

 

Also, a declining share of Republicans say the coronavirus is a major threat to health in the United States.

 
How Americans see digital privacy issues amid the COVID-19 outbreak
 

How Americans see digital privacy issues amid the COVID-19 outbreak

 

The coronavirus outbreak has brought privacy and surveillance concerns to the forefront. Here’s what Americans think about those issues.

 
Americans are divided by religion on who should get critical care if there is a shortage of ventilators
 

Americans are divided by religion on who should get critical care if there is a shortage of ventilators

 

Who should be given priority if some hospitals do not have enough ventilators for all patients who need help breathing?

 
Dating and Relationships in the Digital Age
 

Dating and relationships in the digital age

 

From distractions to jealousy, here’s how Americans navigate cellphones and social media in their romantic relationships.

 
 

Media mentions

 

It’s easy to sneak onto your partner’s phone. Don’t.

Vox

 

87 percent of adults describe internet connection during the coronavirus pandemic as at least 'important:' poll

The Hill

 

Americans skeptical of tracking cellphones to stop coronavirus spread: Poll

The Washington Times

 

Apple and Google weigh privacy concerns as EU demands coronavirus apps not track location data

Venture Beat

 

Should government track COVID-19 patients by phone? Many Americans say yes, poll says

McClatchy

 

Pew: Majority Say Universal Broadband Isn’t Fed’s Job During Pandemic

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72%

 

The share of Americans who say they would definitely (42%) or probably (30%) get a coronavirus vaccine if one were available.

 
 
 

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