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kipari said:
Many young people seem not to be able to understand the dangers of Covid19 and their role as potential killers if they go partying, fall sick and then contaminate people before showing any symptoms. It's not so hard to understand!!! I understand that kids often show no symptoms and can contaminate other people. Heck my 8y/o understands and said she won't go to her beloved grandmother not put her in danger (all of my kids said something in the same vein in the last few weeks). So we DON'T HAVE ANY contact with other people for 14 days now that they are out of school. After the 14 days we are confirmed "clean" and will reevaluate the situation..
Meanwhile the city's hotspots are filled with hipsters sharing he same 20 cm of personal space. Stupid!!!!
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So stupid! The coffee shops here are (still) open and crowded. I can't believe it. Yesterday as we were walking we saw the coffee places mobbed. Youngish people (hipsters and millennials) hanging out and just so crowded wall to wall...unbelievable. No wonder NYC is spreading the fastest of all the states. :(
 
I'm a little bit apprehensive about work...as a frontline healthcare worker (scrub/scout/anaesthetic nurse in the OR) the risks of Covid-19 are obvious, but we are starting to cancel elective surgery to free up hospital beds. We are also preparing to be monitoring very sick ventilated patients in each OR, as our ICU does not have enough ventilators, so our anaesthetic machines will be makeshift ventilators, and us makeshift ICU nurses. We will be working directly with the most amazing anesthetists (we are very lucky to have the doctors we have!), and a slightly macabre part of me is looking forward to gaining new skills and knowledge in the process...but it's still pretty unnerving. Still, sometimes we need to step out of our comfort zone to really learn! But then I think of how terrifying it will be for the families involved, and am just prepared to knuckle down and get people better and home to their families.
 
Dandi said:
I'm a little bit apprehensive about work...as a frontline healthcare worker (scrub/scout/anaesthetic nurse in the OR) the risks of Covid-19 are obvious, but we are starting to cancel elective surgery to free up hospital beds. We are also preparing to be monitoring very sick ventilated patients in each OR, as our ICU does not have enough ventilators, so our anaesthetic machines will be makeshift ventilators, and us makeshift ICU nurses. We will be working directly with the most amazing anesthetists (we are very lucky to have the doctors we have!), and a slightly macabre part of me is looking forward to gaining new skills and knowledge in the process...but it's still pretty unnerving. Still, sometimes we need to step out of our comfort zone to really learn! But then I think of how terrifying it will be for the families involved, and am just prepared to knuckle down and get people better and home to their families.
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@Dandi thank you for all you do for others and please take care of yourself too. Sending you bucketloads of good vibes and healthy dust and (((hugs))).
 
missy said:
All NYC hospitals are to cancel elective surgeries

All public and private schools closed

All broadway/off broadway shows closed

Museums closed

Etc.

It is the only way to slow the spread of this virus and I am hoping the measures taken are not too late and it will indeed slow the spread. That is what we need to do to allow the healthcare system and hospitals to not get overwhelmed and treat those that need treatment.

I am very concerned and would love to say I am confident in the system. But I remain hopeful and optimistic that we will get through this with as few casualties as possible. Hoping and praying.

For all the people out there that behave selfishly I believe there are many more who show selfless behavior and want to help their neighbors and fellow human beings. I believe that in my heart. I know in a crisis people rise to the occasion and help others. And I think (and hope) we will be seeing more of that soon.

My biggest fear right now is that the hospitals don't get overwhelmed so those that need to be hospitalized can get the proper care and be OK.

My next biggest fear is that food and other supplies remain sufficient for all.

I am concerned for all the small business in our neighborhood and beyond but that is not my first concern. My first concern is we all get through this. That has to be paramount over all else right now.

@Alex T I was able to get a bottle of Tylenol yesterday at one of our local small pharmacies (all the larger pharmacies were out but our local mom and pop pharmacy had one bottle left!) and it has 225 pills...I am more than happy to give you half or even more if you need it because we do not need that many pills. I will mail it to you if you need it...please send me your address OK?
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You are such a thoughtful sweetheart :kiss2: I actually did an early morning dart to our supermarket for when they opened today, and managed to get her some. We are restricted to 2 boxes per customer, but my brother & 1 of my sisters had the same idea, so now she has an amazing 6 boxes, which will be far more than she needs! I expect if any of us catch Corona, we'll be having her leave them out on her doorstep for us to collect :lol:
 
Jimmianne said:
It’s not all young people. My town is full of elderly retirees from Paris who came down for a little weekend vacation. Small village, tiny grocer. Safe until the influx.
And I have elderly family members who are vacationing near one of the outbreak centers and attending group events.
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You are right. My 75 y/o diabetic fil wanted to drive his 85 y/o bil to the ER and keep him company there. bil went to ER for respiratory issues . He has chemo for blood cancer. He's being tested for covid19 as I write. At least my mil has a grasp of the overall situation, went completely ballistic and ordered fil to follow the protocol (call authorities, wait for the specialised ambulance to pick up patient)
 
We got news today that DH's trip to FL is cancelled. It was going to be 5 days there. So that's great news and puts him home for at least a week. DD1 working from home. DD2 small office at District, we'll see how that goes. It is very close to home, less than a 10 minute drive. DH is going to go out and see what groceries we can get today. We are trying to make 2 of every meal if possible and freezing one of the main course. Veggies are impossible to find in any form right now. Hence why we had cabbage rolls yesterday--the only vegetable he could find, lol. But yummy!
 
lyra said:
We got news today that DH's trip to FL is cancelled. It was going to be 5 days there. So that's great news and puts him home for at least a week. DD1 working from home. DD2 small office at District, we'll see how that goes. It is very close to home, less than a 10 minute drive. DH is going to go out and see what groceries we can get today. We are trying to make 2 of every meal if possible and freezing one of the main course. Veggies are impossible to find in any form right now. Hence why we had cabbage rolls yesterday--the only vegetable he could find, lol. But yummy!
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Good news @lyra!!! May he remain grounded til the outbreak has calmed down. And as for cabbage rolls. Yummmm. Thanks for giving me that idea. I’ll look for it in the stores.
 
Like others, while decluttering gently around the house, I've found many useful items that I didn't know we had. An extra Lysol spray, pocket sanitizer, tylenol, dry bleach cleanser, hand soap. Feels less bleak.
 
lyra said:
Like others, while decluttering gently around the house, I've found many useful items that I didn't know we had. An extra Lysol spray, pocket sanitizer, tylenol, dry bleach cleanser, hand soap. Feels less bleak.
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I did too! I decided to clean out the pantry and laundry room, and in the process found a can of Lysol spray, small bottle of hand sanitizer, and several bottles of general cleanser as well as dish soap (which I found we were short of after I did all the shopping). Definitely made me a little little less anxious. LOL!
 
I read that even if you "recover" from the coronavirus, you could get infected again...
 
MRBXXXFVVS1 said:
I read that even if you "recover" from the coronavirus, you could get infected again...
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I don’t think there’s clear evidence either way right now.

arstechnica.com

Category: Science

Science &
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“ The immune responses to a SARS-CoV-2 infection are not well understood, so there’s no clear answer on long-term immunity at this time.

There have been reports—such as this one from Japan—of COVID-19 patients who have recovered from the disease only to test positive for the virus again later. However, experts are skeptical that these are truly cases of relapsed infections or reinfections.

The tests used to determine if someone is infected rely on detecting tiny fragments of genetic material from the virus. While this is a good indication that someone has been infected, it doesn’t necessarily indicate that an infection is active or the genetic material is from an intact, infectious viral particle. The tests may simply be picking up genetic remnants of a past infection.”
 
Dandi said:
I'm a little bit apprehensive about work...as a frontline healthcare worker (scrub/scout/anaesthetic nurse in the OR) the risks of Covid-19 are obvious, but we are starting to cancel elective surgery to free up hospital beds. We are also preparing to be monitoring very sick ventilated patients in each OR, as our ICU does not have enough ventilators, so our anaesthetic machines will be makeshift ventilators, and us makeshift ICU nurses. We will be working directly with the most amazing anesthetists (we are very lucky to have the doctors we have!), and a slightly macabre part of me is looking forward to gaining new skills and knowledge in the process...but it's still pretty unnerving. Still, sometimes we need to step out of our comfort zone to really learn! But then I think of how terrifying it will be for the families involved, and am just prepared to knuckle down and get people better and home to their families.
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Also doing our best to keep the ground stable as it seems to shift beneath us! Keep calm and carry on!
 
My understanding re: reinfection is that there is no answer yet, but the thought is that these are possibly cases that were getting better, but weren't clear of the disease yet. I think it lasts quite a long time, even if at mild levels. It's more "likely" that one would produce antibodies that might protect you for an indeterminate amount of time, but enough to get through the rest of this year's crisis.
 
Our D who lives with us works at a coffee shop. Starting now they can only sell take-out and drive through. But the same number of customers are coming in! The only change is that a higher per cent of them are younger.

I wish her shop, and all coffee shops, would close down entirely for 2-4 weeks. H and I are in our 60s and 70s, and we both have health issues that increase our risk. We have a small house, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom-- no place to self-isolate.
 
@pearlsngems Both of my adult daughters live at home, and it's best right now, to be honest. While one can WFH, the other is waiting to see if she even gets to keep her job at all, as she was hired as a contract worker. So she might be out of money quickly and with student debt to repay, UNLESS they find a way for her to WFH. At least we can all pool resources. We also have a small home, and isolation won't work. We're just hoping we can delay getting the virus as long as possible. My DH has serious asthma and chronic respiratory issues. I'm immuno-compromised.
 
It's crushing to think about all the people and businesses whose lives will be upended for a long time, especially those who live paycheck to paycheck with little or no cushion.
 
My adult son said to me: Mom, please stay home. Blink. Blink.

No words.
 
I'm actually feeling a bit low today. I had to make the call to close our dance school classes today (I'm the committee president) and although everyone knew it was coming, there are a lot of broken little hearts. I'm not a crier much at all, and I was in tears writing the email to all club members (there's about 160). I'm a competitor too, and I'll miss seeing my teamies every week.

My parents are self-isolating due to being high risk for complications of Covid, so they can't see or hug the kids, which is hurting them so badly. And I see my parents nearly every day, and already I miss them. I now can't work because mum and dad are my only childcare option, and I feel guilty and torn, because as a nurse, I know my colleagues need all the support they can get at work...but of course the safety of my parents, husband and children is paramount.

And I'm over how mean and ugly and selfish people are in the hoarding department.

Really, I'm in a much better position than so many...I am able to take paid leave from work, my family is currently healthy, and my cupboards and freezer are well stocked...yet I just feel a bit sad today.

Just needed to vent.
 
Dandi said:
I'm actually feeling a bit low today. I had to make the call to close our dance school classes today (I'm the committee president) and although everyone knew it was coming, there are a lot of broken little hearts. I'm not a crier much at all, and I was in tears writing the email to all club members (there's about 160). I'm a competitor too, and I'll miss seeing my teamies every week.

My parents are self-isolating due to being high risk for complications of Covid, so they can't see or hug the kids, which is hurting them so badly. And I see my parents nearly every day, and already I miss them. I now can't work because mum and dad are my only childcare option, and I feel guilty and torn, because as a nurse, I know my colleagues need all the support they can get at work...but of course the safety of my parents, husband and children is paramount.

And I'm over how mean and ugly and selfish people are in the hoarding department.

Really, I'm in a much better position than so many...I am able to take paid leave from work, my family is currently healthy, and my cupboards and freezer are well stocked...yet I just feel a bit sad today.

Just needed to vent.
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Me too @Dandi. I am so sorry you had to cancel your dance school classes but you made the best decision under very difficult circumstances. Sending you and your family gentle hugs and good wishes. One day at a time, one hour at a time. We will make it through and be stronger for it. (((Hugs))).
 
pearlsngems said:
Our D who lives with us works at a coffee shop. Starting now they can only sell take-out and drive through. But the same number of customers are coming in! The only change is that a higher per cent of them are younger.

I wish her shop, and all coffee shops, would close down entirely for 2-4 weeks. H and I are in our 60s and 70s, and we both have health issues that increase our risk. We have a small house, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom-- no place to self-isolate.
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Oh my gosh, yes I wish she could stay home too. Sending you lots of well wishes.

canuk-gal said:
My adult son said to me: Mom, please stay home. Blink. Blink.

No words.
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Aww he loves you and wants you to stay safe. We all do Sharon. Please take good care and again, thank you for all you do for others. (((Hugs))).

Matata said:
It's crushing to think about all the people and businesses whose lives will be upended for a long time, especially those who live paycheck to paycheck with little or no cushion.
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Heartbreaking. We are friends with many small business owners and Jimmy from our fave ice cream store in Asbury Park just texted us he's closing and looking forward to the day we are cycling down the shore again and visiting him...so sad. All around us people are in great hardship and they might not make it business wise if they have to be closed for months on end. :(
 
Thank you @missy. The parents and adult dancers have been very supportive and understanding, thankfully. Makes the job a lot easier!

My heart goes out to all those small business owners, what a terrifying time for them. So very sad.
 
Yay...some potentially good/hopeful news! :pray:

www.nih.gov

NIH clinical trial of remdesivir to treat COVID-19 begins

Study enrolling hospitalized adults with COVID-19 in Nebraska.
www.nih.gov www.nih.gov

Science | AAAS

www.sciencemag.org www.sciencemag.org

www.pulmonologyadvisor.com

Clinical Trials Underway to Test Remdesivir for COVID-19 - Pulmonology Advisor

The first US clinical trial to assess the efficacy and safety of an investigational broad-spectrum antiviral agent, remdesivir (Gilead Sciences, Inc.), for the treatment of coronavirus disease 2019.
www.pulmonologyadvisor.com www.pulmonologyadvisor.com

We are still 12-18 months away from a vaccine but this is a ray of hope indeed!!!
 
HI:

I know we come here to share and support each other but there are TOO many CV threads on PS that it has taken over. I live and work the reality like many do so I come here for fun--endless rants are too much for me. I have to take a break from PS.

stay well NIRDI's calm and hand wash on!

Sharon
 
I had a uterine ultrasound done in July. My uterus is enlarged and I have a large polyp. Things haven’t been right with my monthly...like suspicious. Because I was in such a deep depression, I wasn’t able to face any of this. About a month ago, I made an appointment that was supposed to happen tomorrow. Well, that’s not going to happen.

I hope I’m ok. I’m really not in the mood for this thing to grow into something serious because I stalled and now I can’t make it to the doctor for who knows how long.



I’m over saturated too.
 
I live in Coastal NC. My daughter and future son-in-law work for a vacation rental company in a popular beach town cleaning and inspecting vacation rentals. They have seen rentals jump 70% in the last 2 weeks. (kids out-of-school) so everyone going to the beach. I am worried sick what people could be bringing to these rentals. I wish they would close down the beach and rentals until all this is gone because people just aren't listening and owners just want to make money on their rentals and the hell with people getting sick. I know they have closed access to the outter banks already unless you live there, I wish they would do the same all along the coast.
I work for the Govt. and we were closed Mon & Tues but back to work today and on a military base you can't really distance yourself from others much.
My anxiety is at it's max and I have suffered relentless upper GI issues the last 2 weeks and I think it's due to the stress and anxiety, meds are not working for it and Doctors aren't taking appts.
There, needed to get that out, thanks for starting this thread.
 
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I was feeling better from the cold I had but today it's worse. My DD1 went to the doc yesterday with a serious ear infection. I feel like that's where I'm headed. I'll wait a day or two before I go in. To see the doc, you have to be buzzed in only after they assess verbally, your current symptoms. If you have a cough or fever, you can't get in, you get sent to a testing station. At least it's something in the right direction. This is for a walk-in clinic. Anyway, I'm lethargic and fatiqued. No cough or fever. But no masks either--cannot get any. I've been isolated for over a week. Edit: I have an earache.
 
lyra said:
I was feeling better from the cold I had but today it's worse. My DD1 went to the doc yesterday with a serious ear infection. I feel like that's where I'm headed. I'll wait a day or two before I go in. To see the doc, you have to be buzzed in only after they assess verbally, your current symptoms. If you have a cough or fever, you can't get in, you get sent to a testing station. At least it's something in the right direction. This is for a walk-in clinic. Anyway, I'm lethargic and fatiqued. No cough or fever. But no masks either--cannot get any. I've been isolated for over a week. Edit: I have an earache.
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I hope you and your family member feel better soon
 
Hi Missy, we have sort of similar career backgrounds. =)2 I was wondering if you would be willing to offer advice on a concern that’s career related. You can reach me on my LT if so. It would be greatly appreciated!
 
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