A former U.S. president has described a persistent infectious disease as increasingly difficult to manage, comparing its resilience to an advancing force. The comments highlight concerns over evolving microbial threats that have outpaced traditional control measures. The remarks suggest growing frustration over the challenges posed by pathogens that appear to be developing resistance. The full statement offers further insight into the perceived shift in how these diseases behave.
“It's a rough disease. You know, that's a disease we used to be able to control, but somehow those microbes have got stronger and smarter, they’re like an army,” Trump said.
