U.S. Soldiers Frustrated That Non-Essential Tasks Are Continuing, And Failing To Test Potentially Sick Individuals

Soldiers at US Army Garrison Casey in South Korea, screen people awaiting entry to the installation, February 26, 2020. Army photo by Sgt. Amber I. Smith

Army Times/Business Insider: Soldiers say they're getting worried as Army commanders continue training during the coronavirus outbreak

* The Pentagon has taken a number of steps to limit the spread of the coronavirus and protect troops from the illness.
* But soldiers told Army Times they're frustrated by commanders still sending troops to the field, forcing them to come to work for non-mission essential tasks, and failing to test potentially sick individuals.

The Pentagon has assured the public that it's doing all it can to stem the coronavirus outbreak, but soldiers across the force say that guidance from experts has equated to only half-measures at their levels.

More than a dozen soldiers at installations across the United States and overseas told Army Times they're frustrated with commanders still sending troops to the field, forcing soldiers to come to work to do mundane tasks that aren't mission essential, and failing to test potentially sick individuals.

An Army physician assigned to a maneuver unit said the guidance handed down has been too reactive.

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WNU Editor: Many soldiers I am sure are not 100% focused on their mission. Their focus is on their own personal health, and the health of their loved ones back home. But for now, major U.S. military exercises are still continuing .... US, UAE troops Hold Major Exercise amid Virus, Iran Tensions (Military.com).

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