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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How risky is COVID-19 if you have high blood pressure (even if controlled)
Those with high blood pressure are at a greater risk for Covid-19. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself By Ryan Prior, CNN Updated 7:17 AM ET, Fri April 17, 2020 (CNN)As the novel coronavirus sweeps the globe, people with high blood pressure are among those who are at heightened risk for more severe … Continue reading How risky is COVID-19 if you have high blood pressure (even if controlled)
$350 million being returned to small business loan pool — (YAY!)
Selected paragraphs from this article. Big universities, others to return $350M of PPP loans: coronavirus briefing Apr. 23, 2020 6:53 PM ET|By: Liz Kiesche, SA News Editor Harvard University, Stanford University and Princeton University are sending back loans they obtained through the Payroll Protection Program meant for small businesses, President Trump said at the White … Continue reading $350 million being returned to small business loan pool — (YAY!)
Make sure you try everything, anything, before going on a ventilator
There are many reasons why your body might respond poorly enough to the coronavirus to need the help of a ventilator but they keep coming up with alternative strategies to avoid using a ventilator. This article shows why. https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2020/04/22/coronavirus-ventilators-survival/ In New York’s largest hospital system, 88 percent of coronavirus patients on ventilators didn’t make it … Continue reading Make sure you try everything, anything, before going on a ventilator
Everybody’s counting on those who’ve had coronavirus having immunity — not so fast there
I've been waiting for the test enthusiasts to pay more attention to the fallacy negating the usefulness of antibody testing. The assumption has been that you get COVID-19 ONCE, and then you're done. Turns out that's not true. That means that survivors will not be able to live a care-free life after free of symptoms. … Continue reading Everybody’s counting on those who’ve had coronavirus having immunity — not so fast there
Dog breeder hired for White House coronavirus task force
It shouldn't be a partisan question about whether or not President Trump should hire the most capable and experienced people to participate in planning how the coronavirus should be fought and how this nation is to emerge better than it was before. It would be nice however if there was more than our trusted friend, … Continue reading Dog breeder hired for White House coronavirus task force
Turns out you don’t need to wipe down or disinfect your incoming groceries
https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/23/health/groceries-takeout-coronavirus-wellness-scn-trnd/index.html No need to wipe down groceries or takeout, experts say, but do wash your hands By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN)Has wiping down your groceries and take-out food become part of your coronavirus survival kit?FDA FOOD (Ctr for Food Safety & Applied Nutrition)✔@FDAfood FDA has heard your concerns about shopping for #food safely. We want … Continue reading Turns out you don’t need to wipe down or disinfect your incoming groceries
How long will it take for NYC to get back to its version of normal?
This article breaks my heart. Credit...Juan Arredondo for The New York Times ‘I Don’t Think the New York That We Left Will Be Back for Some Years’ The features that made the city’s economy distinctive — Broadway, restaurants and museums — were hard hit and will take the longest to come back. By J. David Goodman … Continue reading How long will it take for NYC to get back to its version of normal?
Bidets the rage now that tp is scarce
Bravo to those with the space to install a second feature to their bathrooms -- much less the cash for buying and installing one. For those who look at the prospect and groan, consider the bidet attachments that fit between the toilet seat and the porcelain throne. Not luxurious by any stretch but the cost … Continue reading Bidets the rage now that tp is scarce
Are you using disinfecting wipes the correct way?
Disinfecting wipes were not part of my life before the coronavirus so I was glad to find this fairly comprehensive list of do's and don'ts. There's no date on the article but it does mention pendemics when talking about cleaning your smartphone and seems germane. https://www.buzzfond.com/are-you-using-disinfecting-wipes-the-right-way/ HOMEHealth Are You Using Disinfecting Wipes The Right Way? … Continue reading Are you using disinfecting wipes the correct way?
Avoiding dental emergencies
I totally gave up popcorn decades ago for precisely this reason. Every time I indulged, I wound up with a dentist visit. Guess I'm not alone. https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/dentists-coronavirus-emergency-care/2020/04/12/2db75730-7a91-11ea-b6ff-597f170df8f8_story.html Pandemic dental care: Keep brushing and flossing, but watch the popcorn and pen caps. Healing Hands dentist Dylan Christian and registered dental assistant Crystal Simmons preform an emergency … Continue reading Avoiding dental emergencies
Why you shouldn’t run or bike closely to others — more than 6′ please
Belgian-Dutch Study: Why in times of COVID-19 you should not walk/run/bike close behind each other. Jurgen ThoelenApr 8 · 4 min read What is a safe distance when running, biking and walking during COVID-19 times? It is further than the typical 1–2 meter as prescribed in different countries! Check also the Q&A with the Investigators: … Continue reading Why you shouldn’t run or bike closely to others — more than 6′ please
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