Coronavirus (NO POLITICAL OR SOCIAL COMMENTARY PLEASE)

[rdodolak]

Originally Posted by jcs913

I didn't know that they renamed it 'The Chinese Virus'. Saw that today from our leader. Good information to know for the future.

LOL, they didn't, it just originated in China. Yes, I know that's how the POTUS refers to it.

[jcs913]

Originally Posted by rdodolak

LOL, they didn't, it just originated in China. Yes, I know that's how the POTUS refers to it.

Are you sure, because I think that is the new name... Because Pence did not use that term. He said corona virus a little after him at the podium, but I clearly heard Trump say Chinese Virus. He really needs to inform his 'team' of what's important out there. He wouldn't want to isolate some from the 'real' information he has.

[rdodolak]

Originally Posted by MifuneFan

As you said, usually the only people that get tested are those that have been in contact with someone that has it, or are showing symptoms. So that's definitely going to skew the infection rate. If they start testing people in general that percentage of people that will have it will be considerably lower..

Exactly, and those that may be sick, but end up not being positive for COVID-19.

[Sozo]

Originally Posted by jcs913

Are you sure, because I think that is the new name... Because Pence did not use that term. He said corona virus a little after him at the podium, but I clearly heard Trump say Chinese Virus. He really needs to inform his 'team' of what's important out there. He wouldn't want to isolate some from the 'real' information he has.

Yes, he's sure. I'm sure. The name hasn't been changed. POTUS is being insensitive.

[Himmel]

FBI ALERT: EXTREMIST GROUPS ENCOURAGE MEMBERS TO SPREAD CORONAVIRUS TO POLICE, JEWS

NEW YORK -- Extremist groups, including neo-Nazis and other white supremacist groups, have encouraged members to spread COVID-19 to police officers and Jews, according to an FBI report obtained by ABC News.

"Members of extremist groups are encouraging one another to spread the virus, if contracted, through bodily fluids and personal interactions," according to the alert issued by the FBI's New York office Thursday.

Intercepted messages from these groups show members were asked to use spray bottles filled with body fluids to attack police. Others were directed to spread to Jews by going to "any place they may be congregated, to include markets, political offices, businesses and places of worship."

"From pushing the idea that Jews created the coronavirus virus to sell vaccines to encouraging infected followers to try to spread the illness to the Jewish community and law enforcement, as the coronavirus has spread, we have observed how white-supremacists, neo-Nazis and others have used this to drive their own conspiracy theories, spread disinformation and incite violence on their online platforms," said Michael Masters, the head of an umbrella group that coordinates security for Jewish groups and synagogues around the country, called Secure Communities Network, told ABC News. (Source)

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[Batman1980]

Speaking of insensitive...

[MrHT]

Originally Posted by jcs913

I didn't know that they renamed it 'The Chinese Virus'. Saw that today from our leader. Good information to know for the future.

Nah, it's just a racist remark.

[rdodolak]

Take it for what it's worth, but here is a link to the China CDC Weekly journal which states over 80% of infections are categorized as mild. Risk goes up with age and underlying conditions.

I wouldn't be surprised if we learn down the road that people with certain genetics may be more at risk.

Vital Surveillances: The Epidemiological Characteristics of an Outbreak of 2019 Novel Coronavirus Diseases (COVID-19) — China, 2020

[rdodolak]

Originally Posted by MrHT

Nah, it's just a racist remark.

I would tend to disagree and in general the term "racist" is wildly overused.

[Unknown450]

Great more idiocy to worry about....
*in regards to the nazi bs*

[MrHT]

Originally Posted by rdodolak

I would tend to disagree and in general the term "racist" is wildly overused.

Agreed. I was being sarcastic, hence the emoji.

[neoz]

I will say it again. No politics please. It is not racist to call it the Chinese Virus. It is however racist to target Asians and assume they have it. See there is a difference. Please stop talking about world leaders and stirring the pot.

[SteelbookCat]

is it true this virus will give permanent lung damage?

[LordoftheRings]

Originally Posted by Lee A Stewart

You had me going until that one.

Elon Musk; close to zero new coronavirus cases in U.S. by end of April.
1. You go for that?
2. Where did he get that info from, China?

• https://www.newsweek.com/elon-musk-t...blasio-1493363

[rdodolak]

Originally Posted by SteelbookCat

is it true this virus will give permanent lung damage?

Yes, it's possible depending on the severity of the infection, how your body responds and the damage done.

[Himmel]

Originally Posted by SteelbookCat

is it true this virus will give permanent lung damage?

I don't know but it is being said that if you lose your sense of smell you might be infected with Corona. Source

[BucketheadPikes]

Governor Mike DeWine issued a “stay at home” order for all Ohioans on Sunday. The order goes into effect Monday, March 23 at 11:59 p.m. and remains in effect until April 6. Officials will reassess the situation then. It does permit exceptions to staying home. Common sense exceptions: leaving for health and safety, for necessary supplies and services, for outdoor activity (walking your dog, going to a park - although playgrounds are closed). The orders can be enforced by the local health departments and local law enforcement. It will go into effect at 11:59 tomorrow and stay in effect until April 6. We'll reassess then. — Governor Mike DeWine

The order requires that all Ohioans remain at home in effort to prevent further spread of the coronavirus. It does permit exceptions to stay home such as:

Sanctuary activity
Health and safety
Necessary supplies and services
Outdoor activity — playgrounds however, are closed
Work that is deemed essential
To take care of others

Picking up carryout food orders is still ok. However, Ohioans should practice social distancing when they pick up food. The order also explains what is considered an essential worker or business. The Governor says Ohio followed the US Department of Homeland Security’s guidelines to determine what businesses “are essential for us to continue to live.” Each business that stays open must follow good protocol in regard to health including practicing social distancing, washing hands and separating operating hours for at-risk populations. “It should not be business as usual,” said Dr. Amy Acton with the Ohio Department of Health. “This is not a joke. It is not a drill. We must limit exposure. This will help save lives. This is the time that you will see quiet descend on our country — as it should — so we can protect those who protect us.”

This order can be enforced by local health departments and local law enforcement. More information regarding Ohio's stay at home order can be found on https://coronavirus.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/covid-19/

[rdodolak]

U.S. Jobless Rate May Soar to 30%, Fed’s Bullard Says

[TheBoss062]

Originally Posted by MifuneFan

"or otherwise insensitive"...Don't be pedantic.

It’s not “pedantic” to state a fact.

Originally Posted by MrHT

I can't believe Cuomo is shutting down barbershops indefinitely in NY. Now how am I going to get a haircut?? It is "essential" that my hair gets cut every four weeks or else I'll look like a mess!

You don’t need a haircut to survive.

Originally Posted by SteelbookCat

is it true this virus will give permanent lung damage?

Sadly, that appears to be the case.

[LordoftheRings]

We knew this was coming ...

Today, the federal government has activated US National Guard units for three of the states hardest hit by the novel coronavirus -- New York, California and Washington state.