nCoV public service announcement. (IMPORTANT)

Fever?

No.

I think it's just a cold 

But you never know, I'd be young enough to have a chance of only having mild symptoms (or it could get worse).

Amy Klobuchar's husband has tested positive.  So she most likely has it.  That's 6 senators who are unable to vote based on our antiquated rules.

Rep Ben McAdams tested positive.  It was bad enough that he had to go to the hospital.  He's 45 years old.

Rep Ben McAdams tested positive.  It was bad enough that he had to go to the hospital.  He's 45 years old.

Many - even of the younger people - have to go to the hospital. Fortunately tho, they usually survive it.

You have to check in with us every day now. That is an order. Also, are you going to self quarantine just to be safe?

You have to check in with us every day now. That is an order. Also, are you going to self quarantine just to be safe?

Me?
Yeah, it's not like I have anything else to do except for staying home.
Pretty sure tho it's just a mild cough.

Yes you. You have to let us know that you are okay.

https://www.realclearpolitics.com/

RCP now has a leaderboard setup for the Coronavirus.

Go USA!

Concisely, Crouts what is RCP? I went there but it seems to be an alternative reality project.

We've just had Boris on the TV, no gatherings of more than two, everything closed apart from food shops.

You have to check in with us every day now. That is an order. Also, are you going to self-quarantine just to be safe?

Yes, ma'am:
1) I think I'm still here.
2) We (my wife and I) are self-quarantining at least a far as reasonably possible.

Quote from: Space Cowgirl on March 23, 2020, 10:19:10 AM

You have to check in with us every day now. That is an order. Also, are you going to self quarantine just to be safe?

Me?
Yeah, it's not like I have anything else to do except for staying home.
Pretty sure tho it's just a mild cough.

Dry cough?  You might still have it.  Plenty of people don't even get a fever.  You might not need to worry for yourself, but you should stay away from others.

Concisely, Crouts what is RCP? I went there but it seems to be an alternative reality project.

We've just had Boris on the TV, no gatherings of more than two, everything closed apart from food shops.

RealClearPolitics.  It's a website that tracks polling, elections etc.  It's just struck me as odd to have something like tracking an epidemic there.  It would be like ESPN covering it.

Quote from: Space Cowgirl on March 23, 2020, 10:19:10 AM

You have to check in with us every day now. That is an order. Also, are you going to self-quarantine just to be safe?

Yes, ma'am:
1) I think I'm still here.
2) We (my wife and I) are self-quarantining at least a far as reasonably possible.

That's the spirit! I hope you have all the supplies you need. People have lost their minds.

Quote from: Jura-Glenlivet II on March 23, 2020, 01:58:32 PM

Concisely, Crouts what is RCP? I went there but it seems to be an alternative reality project.

We've just had Boris on the TV, no gatherings of more than two, everything closed apart from food shops.

RealClearPolitics.  It's a website that tracks polling, elections etc.  It's just struck me as odd to have something like tracking an epidemic there.  It would be like ESPN covering it.

I think he was referring to the fact that RCP exists in an alternative reality,  just after you pass Trump Trailer Park and before you get to the Infowars amusement arcade.

Quote from: rabinoz on March 23, 2020, 02:06:45 PM

Quote from: Space Cowgirl on March 23, 2020, 10:19:10 AM

You have to check in with us every day now. That is an order. Also, are you going to self-quarantine just to be safe?

Yes, ma'am:
1) I think I'm still here.
2) We (my wife and I) are self-quarantining at least a far as reasonably possible.

That's the spirit! I hope you have all the supplies you need. People have lost their minds.

People around here aren't generally wearing face masks,  my stupid friend went shopping wearing a face mask and people started running away..   strange,  I would have thought wearing a face mask would make others safer,  not cause panic.   People are funny.

I haven't seen any face masks here either, but I live out in BFE.

I would really like to have a dust mask to mow the yard, but you can't even find them anywhere.

Quote from: Crouton on March 23, 2020, 03:07:31 PM

Quote from: Jura-Glenlivet II on March 23, 2020, 01:58:32 PM

Concisely, Crouts what is RCP? I went there but it seems to be an alternative reality project.

We've just had Boris on the TV, no gatherings of more than two, everything closed apart from food shops.

RealClearPolitics.  It's a website that tracks polling, elections etc.  It's just struck me as odd to have something like tracking an epidemic there.  It would be like ESPN covering it.

I think he was referring to the fact that RCP exists in an alternative reality,  just after you pass Trump Trailer Park and before you get to the Infowars amusement arcade.

This!

I haven't seen any face masks here either, but I live out in BFE.

I would really like to have a dust mask to mow the yard, but you can't even find them anywhere.

From what I hear, for the general public, face masks don't do much other than remind you not to touch your face (which people who aren't used to wearing face masks are more likely to do anyway).  If you're out and about, you don't really need a mask unless you're infected, in which case you shouldn't be out anyway. 

If you insist on a mask, there are DIY options available.  Just don't count on them to keep you safe.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/03/23/homemade-coronavirus-masks-do-they-actually-block-spread/2899622001/

I want one to keep me safe from the dust.

Then a well fitting DIY mask should work fine.

I'll probably just mow without a mask like I usually do, or tie a bandana over my face. LIKE A BURGLAR.

You can also use a t shirt and pretend to be a ninja.

It's easier with a long sleeve shirt.

Or a stocking like a burglar.

Nobody wears stockings anymore.  You'd have to settle for panties over your head.

Oh, I think I'll choose to be a ninja.

South Africa is going for full and complete lock down on Friday for 21 days.
Military has been dispatched.
Country is aiming to stop this thing before it spreads any further.
We are going the Wuhan route. Social distancing is not enough.
I think its well understood that our health care infrastructure can not support any amount of infections.

As it stands, we have zero deaths and 400 infected.
Hopefully we can stop it completely.
Hopefully I can survive for 21 days in the house with my wife AND sister in law

I just dont know what happens after the 21 days

Best of luck.  Hopefully it pays off.

South Africa is going for full and complete lock down on Friday for 21 days.
Military has been dispatched.
Country is aiming to stop this thing before it spreads any further.
We are going the Wuhan route. Social distancing is not enough.
I think its well understood that our health care infrastructure can not support any amount of infections.

As it stands, we have zero deaths and 400 infected.
Hopefully we can stop it completely.
Hopefully I can survive for 21 days in the house with my wife AND sister in law

I just dont know what happens after the 21 days

Wow.

You know that something is topsy turvey in the world when a country not exactly known for its benevolence or integrity actually demonstrates real leadership over a country you would think would have a handle on things. Australia's response has been woeful. Our communications are all contradictory and all over the place. Everyone is confused. The government doesn't even seem to have a plan.

Believe me, your short term pain will lead to long term pay off. You dont want a wishy-washy, caviler, half arsed response like that in Australia

Nobody wears stockings anymore.  You'd have to settle for panties over your head.

These guys are loving it.

South Africa is going for full and complete lock down on Friday for 21 days.
Military has been dispatched.
Country is aiming to stop this thing before it spreads any further.
We are going the Wuhan route. Social distancing is not enough.
I think its well understood that our health care infrastructure can not support any amount of infections.

As it stands, we have zero deaths and 400 infected.
Hopefully we can stop it completely.
Hopefully I can survive for 21 days in the house with my wife AND sister in law

I just dont know what happens after the 21 days

Good luck.

Wow.

You know that something is topsy turvey in the world when a country not exactly known for its benevolence or integrity actually demonstrates real leadership over a country you would think would have a handle on things. Australia's response has been woeful. Our communications are all contradictory and all over the place. Everyone is confused. The government doesn't even seem to have a plan.

Believe me, your short term pain will lead to long term pay off. You dont want a wishy-washy, caviler, half arsed response like that in Australia

We are all impressed.
Our government has messed up a lot, but our New president seems to have his shit together.

But lets hope they have a plan after 21 days is up, because the rest of the world will def still have Covid 19, and we can get re-infected.
My hopes are that this is a period of planning, and not crisis management.
If it is, we will get out of this better than most.