COVID COVID-19 Coronavirus Containment Efforts

[russ_watters]

On Sunday, I bought Flyers hockey tickets for a game in 3 weeks. Not only did I overpay for what should have been a good game, it's now very unlikely to be held. The NBA postponed the rest of its season last night and I would expect the NHL to follow suit today or soon.

So, this happened fast; Yesterday, basically every non-essential/recreational gathering of more than a few dozen people in the US was cancelled/postponed for the next two weeks at least(and likely much longer) That's every professional sports league (except NASCAR, which will run without fans), college athletics, amusement parks, Broadway theater, etc. A notable exception is movie theaters, but that will likely change.

Most schools are still open, but in my county they are all closed. Others will likely follow rapidly.

That felt so casual. I'll repeat it:
Yesterday, basically every non-essential/recreational gathering of more than a few dozen people in the US was cancelled/postponed for the next two weeks at least.

 

[jbriggs444]

Most schools are still open, but in my county they are all closed.

My county schools are closed as well. [Maryland, U.S.]. Traffic is noticibly lighter than normal.

Haven't been to the grocery store in a couple of days. Last time in was nothing special. We had a year's supply of TP stashed away prior to the current situation, so no worries there. My plan is to avoid binge buying -- leave stuff for the folks who need it more urgently. We'll get by.

 

[russ_watters]

Haven't been the the grocery store in a couple of days. Last time in was nothing special. We had a year's supply of TP stashed away prior to the current situation, so no worries there. My plan is to avoid binge buying -- leave stuff for the folks who need it more urgently. We'll get by.

I stocked up on food on Tuesday, but didn't buy extra toilet paper (it was available). That was before Cancellation Thursday, and the supermarket was well stocked(except for cleaning supplies) and and not crowded. I may make a beer run this afternoon...

 

[wukunlin]

I live near the airport of Shenzhen (one of the largest city in Southern China). Restuarants are allowed to have customers dining in tonight, as opposed to takeways only. Looks like a good sign, hopefully it isn't premature.

 

[Ygggdrasil]

Hello all:

Dose Covid-19 transport by insects?

Hagop

No. Diseases that spread via insects (e.g. malaria, Zika, Dengue) involve organisms or viruses that have evolved specifically to be able to inhabit both the host insect species and humans (indeed, many mosquito-borne illnesses are carried only by specific species of mosquito). If the virus has not evolved to survive in an insect host, it cannot be transmitted by insects (e.g. even though HIV is a blood-borne virus, it does not survive in mosquitoes or other blood-sucking insects and there are no cases of people being infected with HIV from insects). As far as I know, there are no insect-borne coronaviruses, and there would be no reason to think that coronaviruses could evolve to be insect-borne.

There could be a small possibility that a virus-carrying droplet could land on an insect that could transmit the virus to others, this would require close contact between people where either direct or indirect (e.g. through touching contaminated surfaces) contact with droplets would also pose a high risk of transmission. Therefore, the risk of an insects contributing to increased transmission of the Covid-19 virus is basically zero.

 

[kadiot]

Brazilian president who shook Donald Trump's hand is POSITIVE for coronavirus

 

[kadiot]

"Italy has already asked to activate the European Union Mechanism of Civil Protection for the supply of medical equipment for individual protection. But, unfortunately, not a single EU country responded to the Commission’s call. Only China responded bilaterally. Certainly, this is not a good sign of European solidarity."

- Maurizio Massari, Italian Permanent Representative to the European Union

https://www.politico.eu/article/coronavirus-italy-needs-europe-help/amp/?__twitter_impression=true

 

[DennisN]

Brazilian president who shook Donald Trump's hand is POSITIVE for coronavirus

Do you have a reliable source for this?

 

[Keith_McClary]

Do you have a reliable source for this?

Never Believe Anything Until It Is Officially Denied

 

[hagopbul]

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Extracorporeal_membrane_oxygenation?wprov=sfla1

Could this technology effect the treatment of covid-19

Is there other technology that dose the ecmo with less side effects ?

 

[phinds]

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Extracorporeal_membrane_oxygenation?wprov=sfla1

Could this technology effect the treatment of covid-19

I don't understand your question. The article specifically SAYS that it is useful for the treatment of Covid-19, so what really is your questions? If you mean could it effect how well the world deals with Covid-19 then I doubt it. Likely nowhere near enough units to be of much use.

In fact, had you read the article all the way you would have seen that it clearly answered that question with NO:

 

[hagopbul]

I don't understand your question. The article specifically SAYS that it is useful for the treatment of Covid-19, so what really is your questions? If you mean could it effect how well the world deals with Covid-19 then I doubt it. Likely nowhere near enough units to be of much use.

I will edit my question one minute , you are correct it was not clear

 

[Jarvis323]

I wonder what the plots we're looking at really mean? Is it more about the dynamics of testing kit production, and testing restrictions? That in combination with non-community spread?

I mean, suppose half the population had it from the start, then what would the evolution of confirmed cases look like?

 

[Ygggdrasil]

A chart explaining why the number of confirmed cases in the US likely greatly underestimates the actual number of cases (and how countries like South Korea have been more effective in managing the outbreak and keeping death rates low):

https://www.vox.com/platform/amp/sc.../12/21175034/coronavirus-covid-19-testing-usa

 

[DEvens]

Re: Bolsonaro

https://time.com/5802494/jair-bolsonaro-brazil-coronavirus/

Nope, he tested negative.

 

[DEvens]

It is 3:40PM Eastern, March 13. News feed says Trump is about to declare a national state of emergency.

Buckle up. It's going to be a bumpy ride.

 

[DEvens]

Re: That video of Dr. Amy Acton. I really need to learn sign language. The person doing the signs seems to know things that nobody else in the vid is aware of.

 

[chirhone]

Hi, they spray our elevators every one hour. And other common areas. Our public areas were also bombarded by sprays. What do they usually use? Are these just alcohol, or what kind of chemical? Are these chemical safe when we breath them in?

 

[Greg Bernhardt]

WI schools just closed until April 6th

 

[kyphysics]

I stocked up on food on Tuesday, but didn't buy extra toilet paper (it was available). That was before Cancellation Thursday, and the supermarket was well stocked(except for cleaning supplies) and and not crowded. I may make a beer run this afternoon...

Be careful out there!

Cases are growing.

Lots of people doing "late" stockpiling too. I haven't worked the past two days and did some shopping. Stores are packed and essential supplies are fading.

Dollar Tree is the ONLY store I know with hand sanitizers (gel) and wipes. I was there this AM...3 hours later the gel was gone (but wipes still available). They limited 5/person on the gels.

Chlorox bleach is GONE from every store I know. Dollar Tree (noticing a pattern, lol?) has some generic brand bleach (names I've never ever ever heard of).

Floss is gone at Walmart/Target...Dollar Tree had like 100 of them.

Hoping we can get drive-thru testing soon, as promised by Trump. I'm worried I have it. Breathing is difficult and coughing a lot.

 

[chemisttree]

Hi, they spray our elevators every one hour. And other common areas. Our public areas were also bombarded by sprays. What do they usually use? Are these just alcohol, or what kind of chemical? Are these chemical safe when we breath them in?

Very likely a water solution of bleach for outside use. Inside it could be a solution of surfactants and one or more quats. Not safe, especially if the worker spraying it has taken steps like a Tyvek suit, gloves taped to sleeves, headgear, respirator, etc...

 

[anorlunda]

WI schools just closed until April 6th

And Florida schools until April fools day.

 

[kadiot]

Do you have a reliable source for this?

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/ar...-Donald-Trumps-hand-POSITIVE-coronavirus.html

 

[atyy]

Hoping we can get drive-thru testing soon, as promised by Trump. I'm worried I have it. Breathing is difficult and coughing a lot.

Do you have a regular general practitioner you can call for advice?
While you are not sure if you have it, you should self-isolate to prevent transmitting it to others, as it may case serious illness for some, even though for many it is mild.

 

[Vanadium 50]

Hoping we can get drive-thru testing soon, as promised by Trump. I'm worried I have it. Breathing is difficult and coughing a lot.

And your plan is not to see your doctor right away, but instead to wait for drive-through testing? Does this strike you as smart?

 

[kyphysics]

Do you have a regular general practitioner you can call for advice?
While you are not sure if you have it, you should self-isolate to prevent transmitting it to others, as it may case serious illness for some, even though for many it is mild.

Yes, I have a primary care doctor.

I am also self-iso-ing.

I also do not have work for at least a couple of weeks. So, this is all-aroudn good.

My main thing I'm trying to figure out is if I feel really ill, but still lucid and able to drive, would it be better to drive myself to an E.R. if things get bad over calling an ambulance?

If I'm not mistaken, calling 911 for am ambulance can cost thousands?

 

[atyy]

Yes, I have a primary care doctor.

I am also self-iso-ing.

I also do not have work for at least a couple of weeks. So, this is all-aroudn good.

My main thing I'm trying to figure out is if I feel really ill, but still lucid and able to drive, would it be better to drive myself to an E.R. if things get bad over calling an ambulance?

If I'm not mistaken, calling 911 for am ambulance can cost thousands?

I'm in Singapore, so don't know how the health system where you are is set up. Where are are you? Can you call your doctor for advice (eg. tell him your symptoms, and ask him what you should do)?

 

[DennisN]

Hoping we can get drive-thru testing soon, as promised by Trump. I'm worried I have it. Breathing is difficult and coughing a lot.

I'm sorry to hear that. I think you should read the WHO (World Health Organization) advice page here:

If you have fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical care early

Stay home if you feel unwell. If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention and call in advance. Follow the directions of your local health authority.

Why? National and local authorities will have the most up to date information on the situation in your area. Calling in advance will allow your health care provider to quickly direct you to the right health facility. This will also protect you and help prevent spread of viruses and other infections.

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) advice for the public
http://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public

 

[Vanadium 50]

If you feel sick, see a doctor.
If you are asking us if you are healthy enough to drive yourself, how the heck do you expect a bunch of people on the internet to tell?

 

[kadiot]

Italy hits one-day record with 250 new.