The Covid-19 Thread: News, Preparation Tips, Etc

MzRhonda

Well-Known Member
Some More Good News:

These gentleman asked some really good questions during their interview with Dr. Fauci. They are millenials, the two hosts.

Encouraging point Dr. Fauci mentions: The time China realized it had a problem in December to today, with no new cases reported, was an 8 to 10 week time frame. In the scheme of things, that is not a long time.

Dr. Fauci inferred that with mitigation and constraints, that the US may be able to cut this time frame down and make it shorter.

But China acted quickly and responsibly we didn’t due to the doofus in the white house heck he still isn’t acting responsible states are left to fend for themselves wth!!??
 
Last edited:

Chicoro

5 Year Shea Anniversary: Started Dec 16th, 2016!
But China acted quickly and responsibly we didn’t due to the doofus in the white household heck he still isn’t acting responsible states are left to fend for themselves wth!!??

You are absolutely correct in that it is not possible to compare China with the US. The point of me mentioning the 8 to 10 weeks in China's case is that there was some light at the end of the tunnel for them.

It was and is not to infer that will be the case for other countries, including the US. But it is important to note, that there is hope for the world. That is the most important piece of which I do not want us to lose sight.
 

Chicoro

5 Year Shea Anniversary: Started Dec 16th, 2016!
How are you all dealing with husbands or family who just refuse to believe this is real?
My sister believes it’s the 5G towers. My husband believes it’s a trial run to introduce martial law. I just need them to wash their hands and hush.

Actually, it sounds like you all agree there is an issue and that it is real. Your sister believes the origin is different and your husband believes that the problem is smaller than and in preparation for a bigger problem to come. It seems like they believe the situation is real, they just don't agree with or accept other people's reason or the formal narrative that they have been given for the current problem. We all cope differently. I personally leave people alone as long as they are not compromising my physical safety with their actions. I'm sure the ladies will come up with some suggestions for you from their own experiences!
 

MzRhonda

Well-Known Member
You are absolutely correct in that it is not possible to compare China with the US. The point of me mentioning the 8 to 10 weeks in China's case is that there was some light at the end of the tunnel for them.

It was and is not to infer that will be the case for other countries, including the US. But it is important to note, that there is hope for the world. That is the most important piece of which I do not want us to lose sight.
True but I don’t want people to think this will be all over for us in 8-10 weeks I am already going into week 2 of school shutdown and the thought of going back in a few weeks in my opinion is out of the question. The covid-19 is in it’s infancy here with no real plan in site.
 

mz.rae

Well-Known Member
Something else I am noticing is how the tune of those who work in healthcare are changing. I use to work in the healthcare field and know a lot of people who still do work in hospitals and other areas. It’s interesting to me how towards the end of February and beginning of this month it was a mindset of come on y’all the flu is worse and kills more people, all you have to do is wash your hands and not touch your face. And now those same people are talking about we need to take virus seriously and how crazy it is out.

Now I admit I was in the first group at one point, where I thought this is just a form of the cold. Just wash your hands, cough into your elbow, take cold medicine and be on your merry way. Now I know that yes those are good things to practice but it is scary because so much is unknown about this virus compared to a flu. And an unknown threat is always going to be more scary and worrisome to people than a threat we hear about and there have been studies of for years.
 

Everything Zen

Well-Known Member
Here’s hoping that my parents already caught and recovered from the virus earlier this year. I’m straining to remember the actual dates but they and some other members of their church had a good couple of weeks where they experienced severe coughing and cold symptoms where they could really feel a painful burning in their lungs.
 

Ganjababy

Well-Known Member
 

nycutiepie

Well-Known Member
Here’s hoping that my parents already caught and recovered from the virus earlier this year. I’m straining to remember the actual dates but they and some other members of their church had a good couple of weeks where they experienced severe coughing and cold symptoms where they could really feel a painful burning in their lungs.
I hope that’s the case. Some of us mentioned being sick around the holidays/January earlier in this thread. I never felt like I did when it hit me and I had the flu shot. My dry coughing was so severe that I went to the ER and urgent care. My SO ended up with bronchitis and the Dr. prescribed a pump. I pray this is the case for people who were sick and maybe we developed some antibodies or something to mitigate the risk.
 

Layluh

Well-Known Member
I hope that’s the case. Some of us mentioned being sick around the holidays/January earlier in this thread. I never felt like I did when it hit me and I had the flu shot. My dry coughing was so severe that I went to the ER and urgent care. My SO ended up with bronchitis and the Dr. prescribed a pump. I pray this is the case for people who were sick and maybe we developed some antibodies or something to mitigate the risk.
Yup i had that same dry cough. It was annoying as hell and i remember it started with a tickle in my throat. Its like the only way you could get rid of the tickle was to scratch your throat by coughing. But i had no other symptoms.
 

C@ssandr@

formerly known as "keyawarren"
Hey ladies just some perspective:

Our health is our responsibility and starts from how we care for ourselves. Tonics and supplements are great boosters, but a quality diet tends to be overlooked.

A good quality diet is one of the primary ways of keeping our immune systems strong and our bodies resilient.

This is a great time to keep our fruit and veggie intake high and our junk intake low...as sugar does lower our immunity. High quality grains like (brown, rice, quinoa, etc) and fiber should also be a regular part of your daily meals.

Sending love and high vibes to our sisters here <3

I hope this helps.
 

sheanu

Well-Known Member
@Black Ambrosia also other seamstresses are also joining in for the cause.

Shared this with a friend who works in fashion. I can't sew but I have a machine. I was thinking this could be a good fundraising/entrepreneurial opportunity if she wanted to host a sewing class to make these. Medical professionals: would you all want to use masks made by those of us who aren't professional seamstresses but are being taught virtually how to make these?
 

Keen

Well-Known Member
How are you all dealing with husbands or family who just refuse to believe this is real?
My sister believes it’s the 5G towers. My husband believes it’s a trial run to introduce martial law. I just need them to wash their hands and hush.
My sister had been trying to talk some sense into my parents with no avail. I just told them of a friend’s Dad who died of the virus. He lived out of state. No one can even attend the funeral.

That seem to get through to them.
 

almond eyes

Well-Known Member
I just want to think of some good ways to make money during this time remotely and think of new businesses that will spawn as a result. I want to use my time wisely. Ideas anyone, Ideas? I know everyone is sewing masks, but beyond the masks.

Best,
Almond Eyes
 
Last edited:

Chicoro

5 Year Shea Anniversary: Started Dec 16th, 2016!
Making the Enemy Visible!
Enemy Profile:
Virulent, COVID-19

Strategy to make visible:
  • Testing
  • Tracking
  • Tracing
  • Isolation
  • Quarantine

Successful Results of Implementing this strategy:
  • South Korea
  • Taiwan
According to Dr. John Campbell:
 

almond eyes

Well-Known Member
Also wanted to say to all the ladies, moderators and creators of the forum to stay safe. Thanks for all of the support that we give to each other in this forum from the serious to the lighthearted it really helps. I pray for all of us and loved ones to remain safe. And for those who have lost anyone, may your heart be consoled and I am sorry. I am a caretaker to my elderly Dad and a debilitated family member so everyday, I just do my best in raising my vibrations for all of us and trying to use every minute to learn and also observe. My love to everyone.

Best,
Almond Eyes
 

Black Ambrosia

Well-Known Member
I’m out here in the park getting Vit D. It’s a bit chilly, but I’m fine. I’m on my iPad.

A lot of people are out here. A kid just came really close to me.
You're better than me. I know you're in New York so your options are different but I don't plan on going outside unless I'm sitting on my porch or in the backyard. I'm only leaving to check on my family and pick up groceries for all of us.
 

Jmartjrmd

Well-Known Member
This whole situation is sad, it seems only the rich are getting tested and people have to pay. I am sharing this story not to brag, but to highlight a different experience and what we should all be getting

In Australia testing is free part of our Medicare, the main criteria to get tested is that you have to have been overseas in the last 14 days/been in close contact with someone with Covid-19 and are displaying flu/cold like symptoms. The government is also waiving the cost for testing for those who are not covered by Medicare.
I got back home on Wednesday, I had developed a cold as I usually do from long haul flights. On Thursday morning I called my doctor who managed to write a referral for me to get tested at a pathologist, within an hour of speaking to her. I couldn't get to the pathologist before they closed but I went to a public hospital which is 5 min from where we live. The testing centre is open from 8am to 10pm daily. I managed to get the test done within 30minutes. Still waiting for my results because where I live, it takes just over 72hrs to get results. One of my friends lives in another state and got her results within 24hrs.

It is the most painful test I have ever had to do. They stick a plus 4 inch swab down your throat and both nostrils. The nurse even gave me some tissue before I started because she said I would cry because of it.

I pray that this whole virus comes to a complete stop, soon.
Testing in the USA is supposed to be free. In my state it is but you have to have an electronic order from your doctor to be tested. The bigger issue is the number of tests available and the labs that have the ability to process them is disproportionate plus at least around here they have concern over mass testing because its using ppe that they need in the hospital itself that they do not have.
Also there is a shortage of healthcare providers in the US and access to care for many is just not there. Plus everyone is rushing or calling their doctor or running to the ER so an already disorganized system is even more dysfunctional.
Having worked in the US healthcare system most of my adult working life it's a mess out there.
They had to know this was coming and to try to get prepared and dropped the ball imo. (our government)
 
Top