Coronavirus COVID-19 *Global Health Emergency* #9

[scandinavian girl]

New cases Sweden

Twelfth person infected - traveled from Iran
The person traveled from Iran to Gothenburg and was confirmed as infected on Saturday


Another case of the new corona virus has been discovered in Stockholm, says the Public Health Authority. This is the thirteenth confirmed case in Sweden.



Nytt fall av det nya coronaviruset upptäckt i Sverige - DN.SE

Tolfte person smittad – reste från Iran

 

[otto]

Oh dear! I wonder if this was the first case reported in the country...it was in WA.

Patient no. 1

"A person has died in Washington state of COVID-19, state health officials said Saturday, marking the first such reported death in the United States.

State officials issued a terse news release announcing the death, gave no details and scheduled a news conference."​

https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-feb-29-1.5481048

 

[whitelilac]

The person who has died, I'm guessing it was the woman who was intubated and not tested for 11 days? This is so sad....I was much hoping she would recover.

 

[dixiegirl1035]

Does anyone have a link to the live feed of the President’s press conference at 10:30 PST, 1:30 EST?

Live but not yet started at 34 after the hour

 

[LaborDayRN]

At the moment, this is the only thing that concerns me. While still several weeks away, DH and I have tickets for Michigan Opera Theatre's production of Champion (April 5) and American Ballet Theatre's Swan Lake (April 19). The tickets weren't cheap, and we do not want to miss either theatrical event at Detroit Opera House. I'm not an alarmist and hope we will be able to attend both performances without fear of becoming ill. I think we will know much more about the potential spread of COVID-19 over the next few weeks, and I will certainly be vigilant about monitoring local cases of the virus.

I totally understand your concerns. My DH and I have tickets to fly across country (So Cal to east coast) to visit our grandchildren in mid April. I think we will need to evaluate our plans as it gets closer based on what is happening in the country at that time.

 

[MJPeony]

Thank you!

 

[dixiegirl1035]

This news I heard this morning
a student at Jackson High School in the city Mill Creek, Wa tested positive for the Coronavirus. The first US case happened in Everett WA.
I live in incorporated Everett which borders with Mill Creek.

Thursday l spend time with friends (they live in Mill Creek), we discussed the virus, the important steps of washing your hand often when in public, keeping your hands away from your face. And staying away from large crowds.

My husband is in remission for Leukemia and had a stem cell transplant at Seattle Cancer Care Alliance.
I don’t believe he can survive the
Coronavirus if he is exposed.. It’s deadly for people with weakened immune systems.

Bothell High School staff member family member tested negative

Hugs to you and your family. Be safe and stick with us

 

[Oregonmama]

Our first US death. RIP

 

[otto]

More info about the death

"A spokesperson for EvergreenHealth Medical Center, Kayse Dahl, said the person died in the facility, but gave no details.

State and King County health officials said "new people (have been) identified with the infection, one of whom died." They did not say how many new cases there are.

Amy Reynolds of the Washington state health department said in a brief telephone interview: "We are dealing with an emergency evolving situation."​

https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-feb-29-1.5481048

 

[book-thinker]

Patient no. 1

"A person has died in Washington state of COVID-19, state health officials said Saturday, marking the first such reported death in the United States.

State officials issued a terse news release announcing the death, gave no details and scheduled a news conference."​

https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-feb-29-1.5481048

The first case in the US happened in Everett, WA. He has recovered and was released from the hospital.

 

[Oregonmama]

This is why we are isolating ourselves. Hubby was in that area for business last week.

 

[JerseyGirl]

The person who has died, I'm guessing it was the woman who was intubated and not tested for 11 days? This is so sad....I was much hoping she would recover.

Male

A man in King County has died from the coronavirus, the Washington state Department of Health said Saturday in a media advisory.

1 dead from coronavirus in Washington state, health officials confirm

 

[Gardenkeep]

I decided to start watching "Pandemic: How to Prevent an Outbreak" (the docuseries on Netflix). It was clearly filmed prior to the coronavirus situation and is discussing pandemics in general and our preparation and readiness for them. I'm only on episode 1 (I think there are 6 episodes) so I'm not sure if they discuss coronavirus specifically in future episodes. It's interesting but also unsettling. Anyone else watched it?

Yes. Before covid-19 was a I thing. Talk about feeling like I just experienced a huge coincidence. LOL I liked it. I felt that it really took the viewer into hands on work being done.

 

[margarita25]

Oh dear! I wonder if this was the first case reported in the country...it was in WA.

That patient self quarantined and was released, iirc. There was a statement by officials thanking him for his patience and cooperation. Unless he got reinfected, I doubt it’s him, moo.

 

[beatrixpotter]

1 death so far and just starting to get proper diagnosis. She's had it for weeks. So there is probably another 50-100 people undiagnosed in the area just thinking they have a cold or the flu.

 

[LaborDayRN]

Our first US death. RIP

@Oregonmama I hope things are going well for you and your family. Were you able to be tested?

 

[margarita25]

“Gov. Jay Inslee released the following statement:

"It is a sad day in our state as we learn that a Washingtonian has died from COVID-19. Our hearts go out to his family and friends. We will continue to work toward a day where no one dies from this virus.

"In partnership with the Washington State Department of Health, the Washington State Department of Emergency Management and local and community health partners, we are strengthening our preparedness and response efforts. I am committed to keeping Washingtonians healthy, safe and informed.””

1 dead from coronavirus in Washington state, health officials confirm

 

[Lilibet]

Live but not yet started at 34 after the hour

‘Thanks so much. I turned on the TV to MSNBC. Still waiting.

 

[Oregonmama]

@Oregonmama I hope things are going well for you and your family. Were you able to be tested?

Pending negative for our family. We voluntarily are isolating ourselves for 2 weeks at home.

 

[LaborDayRN]

More info about the death

"A spokesperson for EvergreenHealth Medical Center, Kayse Dahl, said the person died in the facility, but gave no details.

State and King County health officials said "new people (have been) identified with the infection, one of whom died." They did not say how many new cases there are.

Amy Reynolds of the Washington state health department said in a brief telephone interview: "We are dealing with an emergency evolving situation."​

https://www.cbc.ca/news/world/coronavirus-covid-19-feb-29-1.5481048

RIP to the person who died. Prayers for his/her family.