Avoid Corona Virus with These 9 practical Tips to Limit Exposure without Locking Yourself Indoors

 Jessica Dolcourt at Cnet:

"The global outbreak of novel coronavirus and its resulting disease COVID-19 has already taught you how to cough into your inner elbow, thoroughly wash your hands and what kind of face masks will and won't protect you best. But if you plan to go to work, dine out, shop in stores and ride public transportation, you'll need practical tips to feel comfortable while keeping yourself -- and others -- safe..."

The author writes a list of common sense actions of what NOT to do out in public. Basically, "Don't touch anyone or thing! And wash your hands." Uh, ok. Have we not been washing our hands before

now??

You know what wasn't mentioned in the article? Gloves. I worked the election polls on Tuesday. It's a long 15 hour day. A lot of people go through the polls to vote. Were we concerned about all the people touching things and handling their respective I.D.'s to vote? Yes. Two words: Nitril Gloves. And disinfectant wipes. $3.99 at Walgreens. Period. That's it. Enough with the hysteria!


According to the CDC, during the 2019-2020 flu season, 16,000 people have died and 280,000 people have been hospitalized in the USA alone.

By comparison, as of yesterday, there have been 4,300 Corona Virus deaths worldwide,” according to the the National Institutes of Health (NIH). But let's all gnash our teeth, claw our eyes and go Full-Prepper mode because Corona Virus - when you didn't even frikken wash your hands before now.

Enough with the hysteria!

Trump gave an address to the nation on Wednesday night, warning older Americans against certain actions.

“The vast majority of Americans: The risk is very, very low. Young and healthy people can expect to recover fully and quickly if they should get the virus. The highest risk is for elderly population with underlying health conditions. The elderly population must be very, very careful,” he said.

“In particular, we are strongly advising that nursing homes for the elderly suspend all medically unnecessary visits. In general, older Americans should also avoid nonessential travel in crowded areas.”

A list of common sense actions, without hysteria. Thank you, President Trump, and all the dedicated healthcare professionals who diligently work to find a reasonable solution to this corona illness.

Now go wash your hands!

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