Coronavirus COVID-19 - Global Health Pandemic #65

[CharlestonGal]

Bolivia digs mass graves as cemeteries fill with coronavirus victims

LA PAZ (Reuters) - Local authorities are digging mass graves at cemeteries across Bolivia to receive a new wave of victims from COVID-19, unnerving Bolivians as the outbreak rips across the Andean nation.

Bolivia has registered 35,500 cases of the virus and 1,200 deaths. Though the tally is low in comparison with neighbors Peru, Chile and Brazil, new cases have spiked in recent weeks, overwhelming the country´s fragile health care system in some areas.

Cochabamba, a central Bolivian city, has been especially hard hit. Back-hoes and trucks there are opening up large pits in which to bury the most recent casualties.

Raquel Loaiza, a representative of the region´s funeral homes, said residents dying of natural causes had been buried but those who died of COVID-19 were in limbo.

 

[CharlestonGal]

With coronavirus cases rising, Spain locks down a county of 200,000 people

Authorities in northeastern Spain on Saturday ordered the lockdown of a county around the city of Lleida due to worrying outbreaks of the COVID-19 virus.

Catalan regional authorities announced that as of noon local time movement will be restricted to and from El Segriá, around Lleida, which is home to over 200,000 people. Residents will have until 4 p.m. local to enter the area.

 

[CharlestonGal]

Hotel sex scandal linked to Australia coronavirus outbreak

The Australian state of Victoria has announced a judicial inquiry into the management of a hotel quarantine scheme after a surge in the number of coronavirus infections were linked to protocol breaches, including reports of private contractors having sex with quarantined travellers.

Guests in the hotels linked to the outbreak, which has resulted in hundreds of new positive cases of Covid-19, were returning travellers who were required to spend 14 days in quarantine.

State premier Daniel Andrews announced the A$3 million (approximately £1.6 million) inquiry as the government faces scrutiny over the outbreak, which led to 300,000 people in Melbourne being locked down.

Other allegations included a systematic failure to provide proper training and personal protective equipment to contracted security guards. Families were also reportedly allowed to move between rooms.

There were also cases of illegal socialising among staff, such as sharing cigarette lighters or car-pooling, said Mr Andrews.

“It is abundantly clear that what has gone on here is completely unacceptable and we need to know exactly what has happened,” he said in a statement.

 

[Tate123]

A chart of the risk levels of daily activities during Covid-19. ( I apologize if it's been posted before)
What Activities Put You at Risk During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

 

[Trino]

Coronavirus update San Antonio, July 3: Bexar County sets record high of 1,334 COVID-19 cases in one day

San Antonio and Bexar County announced a new record of 1,334 coronavirus cases in a single day, according to city leaders.

With these new numbers, this totals 14,212 COVID-19 cases in the community. Two more deaths were also announced by city leaders, and the death toll is now at 117.

San Antonio hospitals are still filling up fast as COVID-19 cases are continuing to surge in the area. Over half of the cases are patients under 40 years of age.

Hospitalizations are still seeing a rapid increase in COVID-19 patients, and there are currently 1,089 patients in the hospital, according to city leaders. There are 345 patients in the ICU and 192 patients on ventilators.

Our winter vacation spot. Maybe not. Don't think so right now.

 

[CoverMeCagney]

Yes I did mean you, sorry, got the wrong Cags. I have edited it. I am watching from afar. Our pubs don't open yet so I am going to watch what happens in England today. It is bad weather here so if similar over the border that may help keep crowds at bay.

Hey! There’s only ONE Cags

 

[tresir2012]

Prince enjoys cider and chips in pub beer garden

He got a sneaky early one in.

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Prince William enjoys cider and chips in Norfolk pub beer garden
The Duke of Cambridge visited a village pub as it prepared to reopen, with lockdown easing across England.

William was shown the social distancing measures put in place at the Rose and Crown in Snettisham, Norfolk, and declared he was "a cider man" before ordering the drink and some chips at the bar.

The prince then sat in the garden to chat to staff at the 600-year-old pub, which had been closed since March due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Landlord Anthony Goodrich said: "He wanted to visit a pub that was reopening and he chose us and we were very honoured he chose us. He was enjoying his cider and chips. He was totally at ease and it was a real pleasure to meet him."

• 04 Jul 2020

 

[Trino]

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Donald Trump Jr. girlfriend tests positive.

Kimberly Guilfoyle -- Donald Trump Jr.'s girlfriend and top Trump campaign official -- tests positive for coronavirus - CNNPolitics

 

[tresir2012]

Don't rush to pubs over the border, police warn

No crossing the border for a pint then. The police will be watching.

 

[CharlestonGal]

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Donald Trump Jr. girlfriend tests positive.

Kimberly Guilfoyle -- Donald Trump Jr.'s girlfriend and top Trump campaign official -- tests positive for coronavirus - CNNPolitics

I wonder how close she and Jr have been to the president in the last few days? It's well known the president does not mask - I wonder if these two do. I suspect not.

 

[CSIDreamer]

Happy 4th of July fellow Americans!

 

[CharlestonGal]

Bolsonaro waters down law requiring face masks

BBC South America correspondent Katy Watson says Jair Bolsonaro has never cared much for masks - a health recommendation that has become highly politicised, as has much of the handling of the coronavirus crisis in Brazil.

Even where mask use has been made obligatory not everyone has observed the rules, and enforcement is often pretty lax, our correspondent adds.

The bill passed by the Chamber of Deputies included an article saying that masks had to be worn by people in "commercial and industrial establishments, religious temples, teaching premises and also closed places where people are gathering".

On Friday, Mr Bolsonaro vetoed the article, arguing that it could lead to the violation of property rights.

He also vetoed another requiring the distribution of masks to the poor.

Congress has 30 days to overrule the vetoes by absolute majority vote.

Last month, a judge ordered the president to wear a mask in public - something he has often refused to do. However, the order was later rescinded by another court.

Mr Bolsonaro has insisted that quarantine and social distancing are not necessary to combat the coronavirus and will only damage the fragile Brazilian economy.

 

[astheworldfallsdown]

Coronavirus lockdown: Pints, weddings and trims across England as restrictions are relaxed

The first pints have been poured, hair has been trimmed and couples can say "I do" in front of friends and family on what has been dubbed "Super Saturday".

A major easing of the coronavirus lockdown measures, which came into force on 23 March, means thousands of pubs, restaurants, bars, hairdressers and cinemas across England are finally able to open their doors once again.

It is the biggest relaxation of the restrictions yet, although with modified social distancing conditions still in place.

However, with pubs allowed to reopen at 6am today, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has urged people to stick to the rules and warned that jail could be an option for those who get carried away.

Mr Hancock told the Daily Mail that people were entitled to enjoy themselves at pubs, but added: "You could end up behind bars if you break the law."

He has said he would not "shirk" from shutting pubs and restaurants again and imposing local lockdowns if needed.

Some of the things you can do from today

• Gatherings of two different households can take place indoors, providing social distancing is maintained
• The two-metre social distancing rule relaxed to "one-metre plus"
• Pubs, restaurants, hairdressers, barbers, bingo halls, community centres, hotels, bed and breakfasts, campsites, outdoor gyms, playgrounds, places of worship and most leisure facilities and tourist attractions can open
• Wedding services of up to 30 people will be allowed, but couples are advised not to have food, drink or singing
• All reopened premises will have to introduce a range of safety measures to ensure they are "COVID secure"

Meanwhile, pubs in Wales and Scotland must remain closed until later this month as the devolved nations lift their own lockdown rules more slowly, but hotels, bars, restaurants and cafes in Northern Ireland reopened on Friday.

 

[ilovewings]

I really, really hope this isn't correct. Mounting evidence seems to point to this disease possibly having long lasting deleterious effects on its survivors.

COVID-19: Loss of Smell, Taste Might Be Long-Term

I have read several articles about the long lasting effects on survivors: i think because the virus is so new they don't know if these effects will be long term or will eventually go away; after reading these articles I was left in tears ---this virus is evil-- the damage it does to organ systems in the body is horrible. Of course everybody is different, so not everybody will experience all of these effects. I think if the covidiots were forced to read about this they would wear a mask- you would do anything you could to avoid this disease.

 

[Simply Southern]

I dislike the critiquing of the talents of a person singing my National Anthem, or the nasty views of "firework safety" as we celebrate our country's independence. Let me just say that I am enjoying the true patriotism seen in the stands. I enjoy the marching band music. I don't see masks either, and I pray that these patriotic people visiting South Dakota remain as healthy and exuberant as they can. I would not wish this virus on any one. I say this, as my son is currently in the hospital with Covid-19. Can we please just have peace? And hope for healing?

So sorry about your son. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

I agree, to criticize a person singing the anthem, is a little much.

 

[CharlestonGal]

Coronavirus lockdown: Pints, weddings and trims across England as restrictions are relaxed

The first pints have been poured, hair has been trimmed and couples can say "I do" in front of friends and family on what has been dubbed "Super Saturday".

A major easing of the coronavirus lockdown measures, which came into force on 23 March, means thousands of pubs, restaurants, bars, hairdressers and cinemas across England are finally able to open their doors once again.

It is the biggest relaxation of the restrictions yet, although with modified social distancing conditions still in place.

However, with pubs allowed to reopen at 6am today, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has urged people to stick to the rules and warned that jail could be an option for those who get carried away.

Mr Hancock told the Daily Mail that people were entitled to enjoy themselves at pubs, but added: "You could end up behind bars if you break the law."

He has said he would not "shirk" from shutting pubs and restaurants again and imposing local lockdowns if needed.

Some of the things you can do from today

• Gatherings of two different households can take place indoors, providing social distancing is maintained
• The two-metre social distancing rule relaxed to "one-metre plus"
• Pubs, restaurants, hairdressers, barbers, bingo halls, community centres, hotels, bed and breakfasts, campsites, outdoor gyms, playgrounds, places of worship and most leisure facilities and tourist attractions can open
• Wedding services of up to 30 people will be allowed, but couples are advised not to have food, drink or singing
• All reopened premises will have to introduce a range of safety measures to ensure they are "COVID secure"

Meanwhile, pubs in Wales and Scotland must remain closed until later this month as the devolved nations lift their own lockdown rules more slowly, but hotels, bars, restaurants and cafes in Northern Ireland reopened on Friday.

Best wishes, UK! We're rooting for you here across the pond!

 

[CSIDreamer]

I dislike the critiquing of the talents of a person singing my National Anthem, or the nasty views of "firework safety" as we celebrate our country's independence. Let me just say that I am enjoying the true patriotism seen in the stands. I enjoy the marching band music. I don't see masks either, and I pray that these patriotic people visiting South Dakota remain as healthy and exuberant as they can. I would not wish this virus on any one. I say this, as my son is currently in the hospital with Covid-19. Can we please just have peace? And hope for healing?

Prayers for your son.

Generally speaking, I find those who critique, can't. Try not to let it bother you. No one is perfect.

Many hugs.

 

[tresir2012]

Alex Berenson: Rise in coronavirus cases 'means very little' if hundreds of thousands are unknowingly infected


Berenson noted a study out of North Carolinawhich found that nearly 15 percent of residents there have coronavirus antibodies.

"We still haven't done that on the national scale so we truly don't know how many people have already gotten this," he said. "What I'm saying to you, what I'm saying to everyone, this rise from 20,000 positive tests to 50,000 positive tests, essentially means very little if we know there are hundreds of thousands of people nationally infected with this."


Berenson emphasized one of the most important figures in any set of coronavirus data is the hospitalization rate, not the positivity rate.

 

[CSIDreamer]

CDC forecast for deaths. I'm running out the door but lots of references.

Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)

 

[CharlestonGal]

I have read several articles about the long lasting effects on survivors: i think because the virus is so new they don't know if these effects will be long term or will eventually go away; after reading these articles I was left in tears ---this virus is evil-- the damage it does to organ systems in the body is horrible. Of course everybody is different, so not everybody will experience all of these effects. I think if the covidiots were forced to read about this they would wear a mask- you would do anything you could to avoid this disease.

I'm concerned about this, too. I highly suspect the US government is well aware of the scope of long-term effects of covid. Though they walked it back, the pentagon weeks ago moved to bar military enlistment for anyone with a history of infection with covid. You don't do that for a "little flu" that will "magically disappear". jmo