Yes, it’s offensive.
But so aren’t the claims that “we” are withholding a cure from the black victims.
I hope they both recover. But, if the black nurse dies and the other is cured, what do you think the reaction to that will be.
The days of being PC are over. If you are so easily offended by the truth, I am truly sorry for you. If you are not willing to think of the potential outcomes, you will become a victim.
I don’t care what your excuse is, that remark was beyond the pale. Those young women were exceptionally brave. They deserve your respect if nothing else.
When I was a dental hygienist, occasionally a patient would cOme in with Hepatis C or some other contagious disease and I remember the fear. No one wanted to treat them, but these young women did much more.