Coronavirus COVID-19 - Global Health Pandemic #63

[CoverMeCagney]

That would be the height of arrogance for them to laugh at us, considering how it all started.

But at the same time they contained this virus and showed the rest of us how to contain it, and we didn't listen and now we both have a ridiculously higher infection and death rate. Their strict lockdowns and mask wearing worked, so I imagine they're shaking their heads and tutting more than they are laughing.

Everyone has that one friend or relative who ignores sensible advice and ends up in trouble. That's us that is.

 

[SouthAussie]

no revenue equals no hospital and lost jobs. I know, we lost our hospital two years ago in my town.

Yes ... job loss is a concern. As is losing so many people that fewer jobs are needed.

I was reading that the USA has a huge amount of hospitals that are for-profit entities.

 

[osu]

I am using amazon prime. There is also amazon fresh, although I can't figure out what is the difference between prime and fresh. They don't charge delivery but you are expected to tip your delivery person (it's all done on-line). They drop the food at the front door.

Unfortunately, we don’t have Amazon Fresh available to us here because we’re in a rural area and too far from any metro area for them to deliver.
I can get regular Prime deliveries but just not groceries.

 

[katydid23]

We really do need 2 Americas. One where everybody who wants to get back to normal, and avoid worrying about the virus, can mix together and create "herd immunity." The other America will stay home, quarantine and wear masks in public.

We can reform the Union once the former region fully infects one another.

And this group that ALL decides to stay home. How do they get food and supplies?

 

[jjenny]

And this group that ALL decides to stay home. How do they get food and supplies?

Nowdays you don't have to leave home to get food and supplies, as long as you are able to order on-line.

 

[musicaljoke]

Saturday update: 85 coronavirus cases linked to Harper's in East Lansing

Yet another example of why eating out, just isn't worth it.

Anyone going to Harpers had to know that they were taking a considerable risk. Just check out the photo in the link. If that's what outside looked like, I am sure inside was not in compliance with public health recommendations.

 

[jjenny]

I wish I had Amazon Fresh available to us here but we’re in a rural area and too far from any metro areas for them to deliver. I can still get regular Prime deliveries but just not groceries.

Yea, it's nice. I can get all the fresh goodies without leaving the house.

 

[MsArk]

My town’s mayor signed an executive order yesterday, mandating masks in all public establishments as my county’s cases have doubled since 6/7. Living in the Deep South, you can imagine how well that is going over with the majority of “good ole boys”. I got tickled when one of them went off on his “rights” being violated, giving in the the liberal left, etc when one person commented to him to just stay in if he doesn’t want to wear a mask. What’s the saying? Turn about is fair play.

 

[Yesiamapirate]

Saturday update: 85 coronavirus cases linked to Harper's in East Lansing

Yet another example of why eating out, just isn't worth it.

I am local to this area and have been to Harper’s. To be fair, this is more a college bar/ restaurant.
Here is an article from the local news:
How coronavirus spread from East Lansing bar to the Grosse Pointes

 

[Yesiamapirate]

I am shocked that so many got infected.

This article in our local paper might clear it up:

How coronavirus spread from East Lansing bar to the Grosse Pointes

 

[jjenny]

Things must be getting really bad in TX if Abbott admits he made a mistake.
"Reopening bars quickly was a mistake, Abbott said in an interview Friday with El Paso TV station KVIA. The state now believes bars are "one of the most dangerous spreaders of COVID-19." The bar setting "just doesn't work with a pandemic," Abbott said, because people often seek out bars to socialize in a crowded setting."
Coronavirus cases: US reports record daily infections; Texas bars

 

[katydid23]

Nowdays you don't have to leave home to get food and supplies, as long as you are able to order on-line.

But then his imagined new world, where there are TWO distinct groups of people, cannot happen.

Because the group that chooses to stay home cannot than rely upon those who must go to work and deliver their supplies, etc.

Just trying to point out that the world that the quarantiners depend upon, cannot go on unless someone goes out to work every day.

 

[jjenny]

I am local to this area and have been to Harper’s. To be fair, this is more a college bar/ restaurant.
Here is an article from the local news:
How coronavirus spread from East Lansing bar to the Grosse Pointes

Looks like young people who like to party spread it around.

 

[MimosaMornings]

Oh dear, MrX, you can casino online, or are a party animal, extrovert and need the human element?

You raise an interesting point. Lockdown is so much more difficult for socially active people than for introverts. Maybe we need a thread on ways to have fun with lots of friends while keeping everyone safe.

For me, it can be difficult because I was socially active.
Some days are better than others.
Nights can be harder.
I miss socializing in person with family, friends, coworkers. Talking to people while sitting at a bar in random places.
I miss my job, being a frequent flier (free drinks!) and occasional upgrades.
Going different places.
I miss the excitement that I was finally able to share those perks and go places.
Life is so drastically different since March.

 

[Deleted member 158085]

I just saw a friend in Arizona post pictures of getting a pedicure/manicure today and going out to eat. She’s a CNA. I wanted to scream.

 

[CoverMeCagney]

January 2020

CHINA: Sorry everyone, we messed up. Here's what you need to do.
USA: We're the greatest country in the world, it won't get us
UK: What America said ^^^ just keep calm and wash your hands
AUS/NZ: Batten the hatches
SPAIN: Manana, manana
ITALY: After the ski season
FRANCE: *shrugs*
USA: We found a cure already
UK: Man down, man down. Boris has left the building
CHINA: All sorted. U OK hun?
AUS/NZ: Cheers China
EUROPE: Maybe we should have listened
USA/UK: *finger in ears* la-la-laaa

 

[SouthAussie]

For me, it can be difficult because I was socially active.
Some days are better than others.
Nights can be harder.
I miss socializing in person with family, friends, coworkers. Talking to people while sitting at a bar in random places.
I miss my job, being a frequent flier with free drinks and upgrades. Going different places.
I miss the excitement that I was finally able to share those perks and go places together this year.
Life is so drastically different since March.

It is. Very different. And the difference will keep happening until the virus is under some kind of control.

To me, it is a bit like waiting for Christmas when a child. We wait and wait for Santa to bring that wonderful thing we want. Until then, we go without it.

 

[SouthAussie]

January 2020

CHINA: Sorry everyone, we messed up. Here's what you need to do.
USA: We're the greatest country in the world, it won't get us
UK: What America said ^^^ just keep calm and wash your hands
AUS/NZ: Batten the hatches
SPAIN: Manana, manana
ITALY: After the ski season
FRANCE: *shrugs*
USA: We found a cure already
UK: Man down, man down. Boris has left the building
CHINA: All sorted. U OK hun?
AUS/NZ: Cheers China
EUROPE: Maybe we should have listened
USA/UK: *finger in ears* la-la-laaa

SWEDEN: There's a pandemic going on?

We should have done more, admits architect of Sweden's Covid-19 strategy

 

[gngr~snap]

BEXAR COUNTY
San Antonio
*EMERGENCY ALERT ISSUED
via cell phones:

"STAY HOME. The COVID-19 virus is spreading rapidly across Bexar County. Local hospitals are approaching capacity. Protect yourself and your family. Stay home except for essential activities, wear a face covering and avoid gathering with people outside your household."

795 new cases reported in Bexar County, highest number of cases in one day

 

[tresir2012]

Another example of how it's done:

The Indian state that got its Covid-19 response right (opinion) - CNN

"While it is known for beautiful backwaters and ayurvedic centers, today Kerala is making headlines due to its success containing Covid-19. Despite the fact that Kerala confirmed its first case of the coronavirus on January 30, the state, with a population of around 35 million, has 3,726 active cases as of Friday, with 22 deaths — about one death per 1.5 million people — as reported by the Indian government."

Much more at link.

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