Coronavirus COVID-19 *Global Health Emergency* #18

[Henry2326]

San Francisco State

SF State suspends face-to-face classes at all campuses to prepare for remote instruction and services. Remote instruction begins Monday, March 16. See details at Coronavirus | SF State News SF State on Twitter

 

[Skigh]

I find this to be sooo frustrating that I am basically 'isolating' from some of my close relatives...can't handle talking to them, it just gets me too worked up.

I do agree a hundred percent.
So many people I know appear to think this will not affect them and are only concerned about their holidays or shortages in the supermarket.
They think if they wash their hands and use sanitizer they will not catch it.
And these are very intelligent professional people!

 

[JerseyGirl]

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=10156649515152352

Viral video from Langley Costco shows a TP buying frenzy - BC News

 

[What if...]

Indiana now has 6 confirmed

Indiana Covid-19 patients now at 6, including one in Adams County

 

[JerseyGirl]

In Greece, the government has just announced that all the schools and universities in the whole country will shut down for the next 14 days.

All schools, universities, daycare centres and other educational establishments will close from tomorrow in the country, which has so far reported 89 confirmed cases of coronavirus but no deaths.

Coronavirus live updates: UK death toll rises to six as Italy-wide lockdown comes into force

 

[zecats]

I was reading the comments under a WISTV Facebook post with the chart of the symptoms of Coronavirus and flu. The comments under the post are the usual - more people die of the flu each year, it is just a cold, the media is hyping up the story for clicks, only those over 60 with other health problems need to worry. It is mind boggling that these people think this is just the flu or the common cold or media hype causing Italy to quarantine the entire country, the stock market is crashing, airlines are cancelling flights, major universities are moving to online schools,etc etc. Mind boggling and infuriating

Somewhere along the line, there will be the one thing (or several) that makes them sit up and pay attention...and stop making light of it. I hope!

 

[Trudie]

I do agree a hundred percent.
So many people I know appear to think this will not affect them and are only concerned about their holidays or shortages in the supermarket.
They think if they wash their hands and use sanitizer they will not catch it.
And these are very intelligent professional people!

We are told 24/7 to wash our hands so I think many people believe clean hands is a cure all. If someone sneezes at us, it matters none of our hands are clean.

 

[Henry2326]

GEORGIA

NEW: "After consulting with medical professionals, Senator Loeffler is not being directed to self-quarantine. She will follow all CDC protocols and recommendations. Senator Loeffler will continue her work with the administration to combat COVID-19 and keep Georgia families safe." Claire Simms on Twitter

 

[JerseyGirl]

2 New York school bus drivers have coronavirus

Nassau County in New York has 19 confirmed coronavirus cases, up from 17 yesterday – including two school bus drivers that transport between them about 80 students on several routes.

They both drive small buses on Long Island.

There have been school closures in response to the positive tests – including schools in Oyster Bay, Locust Valley, Glen Cove and Westbury along with some private schools in the areas including Friends Academy, Portledge, Mill Neck Manor, Eastwood and Summit Lower School.

Coronavirus live updates: Death toll passes 4,000 worldwide - CNN

 

[bears10]

I was reading the comments under a WISTV Facebook post with the chart of the symptoms of Coronavirus and flu. The comments under the post are the usual - more people die of the flu each year, it is just a cold, the media is hyping up the story for clicks, only those over 60 with other health problems need to worry. It is mind boggling that these people think this is just the flu or the common cold or media hype causing Italy to quarantine the entire country, the stock market is crashing, airlines are cancelling flights, major universities are moving to online schools,etc etc. Mind boggling and infuriating

My boss thinks the flu is worse, and coronavirus hype is a plot by the democrat's to make trump look bad (by making the economy tank). I wish I was kidding.

 

[MajorHoople]

Cruise ship stranded off south of France as 2 passengers tested for coronavirus

Does any one know how many cruise ships are currently at sea?

Too many!

 

[Trudie]

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Indiana now has 6 confirmed

Indiana Covid-19 patients now at 6, including one in Adams County

And the Indiana casinos are sending promos daily, lol. The latest is for Kroger gift cards every Thursday. I can’t think of a dirtier place, so I’m not going unless things change.

 

[zecats]

#US can expect a doubling of cases every 6 days, according to studies ... this is how fast we can expect cases to rise in absence of substantial mitigation:
- 1 million U.S. cases end of April
- 2 million by May 7
- 4 million by May 13

Simple math offers alarming answers about Covid-19, health care - STAT

Another billboard-worthy announcement!

 

[dotr]

LIVE coronavirus update: Ontario confirms one new COVID-19 case, bringing provincial total to 36
''10:30 a.m.: Ontario health officials announced one new COVID-19 case Tuesday, bringing the total in the province to 36.

The patient is in his 40s who recently travelled to Switzerland, officials say. He was treated at St. Joseph’s Health Centre in Toronto, and is now self-isolated.

The Ministry of Health says COVID-19 is not circulating locally, but officials are actively working to prepare for potential local spread of the illness.''

 

[neesaki]

Concerning preparedness, I’ve been wondering about these
5 gallon jugs of water I have stored for several years now. Was concerned if it could have somehow gone bad.
According to the information in the link, it will be fine. Has anyone here had any experience with drinking bottled water that is several years old ?
Does bottled water go bad?

 

[Trudie]

My neighbor drives bus and has been wondering when this would happen.

2 New York school bus drivers have coronavirus

Nassau County in New York has 19 confirmed coronavirus cases, up from 17 yesterday – including two school bus drivers that transport between them about 80 students on several routes.

They both drive small buses on Long Island.

There have been school closures in response to the positive tests – including schools in Oyster Bay, Locust Valley, Glen Cove and Westbury along with some private schools in the areas including Friends Academy, Portledge, Mill Neck Manor, Eastwood and Summit Lower School.

Coronavirus live updates: Death toll passes 4,000 worldwide - CNN

 

[Henry2326]

My boss thinks the flu is worse, and coronavirus hype is a plot by the democrat's to make trump look bad (by making the economy tank). I wish I was kidding.

I had to ditch 2 folks on my facebook with the same opinion.....I'm flabbergasted at the stupidity....

 

[JerseyGirl]

He's not doing good today, 32 years old

New Jersey patient fighting coronavirus unable to talk from illness

The New Jersey health care worker who was the Garden State’s first coronavirus case says he’s unable to talk because his body is still too exhausted from battling the dangerous bug.

“My lung is still too weak. One talk could take me days to recover,” James Cai, 32, told The Post on Tuesday in a text message.

 

[Henry2326]

Coronavirus: Sixth person dies in UK as confirmed cases rise to 373 Coronavirus: Sixth person dies in UK as confirmed cases rise to 373 #coronavirus #covid19 #wuhanpneumonia Novel Coronavirus - COVID19 on Twitter

 

[Trudie]

I had some go bad! Mine was stored in a warm-ish area. Once opened there was a distinct odor.

Concerning preparedness, I’ve been wondering about these
5 gallon jugs of water I have stored for several years now. Was concerned if it could have somehow gone bad.
According to the information in the link, it will be fine. Has anyone here had any experience with drinking bottled water that is several years old ?
Does bottled water go bad?