If you believe that it must be rare to have COVID-19 and not show any symptoms, the meat packing plant numbers are convincing. 370 workers at a pork processing plant in MO tested positive recently. None were showing symptoms. https://www.cnn.com/2020/05/04/us/triumph-foods-outbreak-missouri/index.html Asymptomatic COVID-19 is the reason we should all wear face masks any time we cannot … Continue reading 5 Q&A about asymptomatic COVID-19
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Why are Clorox wipes still so hard to find?
Why Clorox Wipes Are Still So Hard to Find Shortage isn’t improving; ‘within 30-45 minutes they’re gone’ Clorox has increased production of disinfectant products by 40%.PHOTO: CHRIS DELMAS/AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE/GETTY IMAGES By Sharon TerlepMay 7, 2020 8:00 am ET Toilet paper is back on shelves and hand sanitizer is easier to find, but one item remains as elusive … Continue reading Why are Clorox wipes still so hard to find?
Do I need to wear a mask when exercising outdoors?
Facebook posted a complaint the other day by a runner that wearing a mask interfered with their breathing. First of all, that's not a good reason for not protecting everyone else around you. Second tho, a huge argument erupted between two those who said runners couldn't infect others because (they were moving too fast?) and … Continue reading Do I need to wear a mask when exercising outdoors?
How to begin going out carefully
https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/30/health/how-to-go-out-in-public-wellness-trnd/index.html Read this before you venture out in public By Scottie Andrew, CNN Updated 2:23 AM ET, Fri May 1, 2020 (CNN)The best way to curb the spread of Covid-19 is to stay home if you can. That's true even now that more than half of US states will start reopening nonessential businesses like salons, … Continue reading How to begin going out carefully
Immediate consequences predicted from loosening of restricted activity
In hig May 6th briefing, Governor Cuomo demonstrated that New York's inclusion in national statistics are hiding the fact that both hospitalizations and deaths are increasing in almost every other state except Hawaii. Those who are eager to earn an income or simply to get out of the house are all to eager to believe … Continue reading Immediate consequences predicted from loosening of restricted activity
Cities with mass transit have an extra barrier to reopening business
Maybe part of this problem will be solved by disinfecting the subway cars and buses every day, but the real difficulty with mass transit is that it transports lots of people in a small space. It'll be impossible to be certain that someone near you doesn't have COVID-19, symptomatic or not. Wearing a mask and … Continue reading Cities with mass transit have an extra barrier to reopening business
Why have NY and NYC taken such a hit on coronavirus infection and deaths
Certainly NYC has a very high population density compared to the rest of the country plus we are a transportation hub. Personally, I think the effect of 8.6 million people using public transit is a huge factor. Add to that religious groups that insist on group functions. Books will be written. The Covid-19 Catastrophe Unfolding … Continue reading Why have NY and NYC taken such a hit on coronavirus infection and deaths
Upgrade your face masks with panty hose
https://www.foxnews.com/health/upgrade-homemade-coronavirus-face-mask-pantyhose-study Upgrade your homemade coronavirus face mask by adding this basic clothing item By Madeline Farber | Fox News April 27, 2020 A basic clothing item that you likely already have tucked away in a drawer could make your homemade coronavirus face mask more protective, according to a preliminary study. Researchers at Northeastern University in … Continue reading Upgrade your face masks with panty hose
Early investigation into key mistakes in NY
New York Was at High Risk, But Its Political Leaders Also Botched the Response A new investigation from The New Yorker found Governor Andrew Cuomo and, in particular, Mayor Bill de Blasio did not cover themselves in glory in response to the novel coronavirus pandemic. By Jack Holmes Apr 27, 2020 David Dee DelgadoGetty Images … Continue reading Early investigation into key mistakes in NY
CDC specifies the six coronavirus symptoms that keep showing up
https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2020/04/27/six-new-coronavirus-symptoms/ CDC confirms six coronavirus symptoms showing up in patients over and over By Angela Fritz, Michael Brice-Saddler and Maura Judkis April 27, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. EDT The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention added six symptoms of the novel coronavirus to its list, suggesting health experts are learning more about the growing number of ways physicians see the virus affecting … Continue reading CDC specifies the six coronavirus symptoms that keep showing up
Where to buy households essentials — hand sanitizer, toilet paper, disinfectant wipes and more
https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/household-essentials-coronavirus-160229072.html Updated: Where to buy household essentials: Hand sanitizer, toilet paper, disinfectant wipes and more Devon Kelley April 24, 2020, 12:02 PM EDT Yahoo Life is committed to finding you the best products at the best prices. We may receive a share from purchases made via links on this page. Pricing and availability are subject … Continue reading Where to buy households essentials — hand sanitizer, toilet paper, disinfectant wipes and more
Do you not want to die on a ventilator?
As someone who's had past experience with struggling for every breath, I read with dismay the stories of the survivors of being on a ventilator who may never be the same. Right now my predispositions can be be controlled by medicine. What if that wasn't possible? Do You Want to Die in an I.C.U.? Pandemic … Continue reading Do you not want to die on a ventilator?
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