Comments from some random person most likely not attributed to the lab or any other sane organisation.

Let's all make a deal here, conspiracy theories are not allowed.
https://arstechnica.com/science/202...ensive-ars-technica-guide-to-the-coronavirus/

Works for me.

Ron

 

 

Beijing objects to term 'Wuhan coronavirus,'

That's precisely why I’ll be calling it that from here on.

 

https://www.8newsnow.com/news/local...rily-close-buffets-amid-coronavirus-concerns/

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — MGM Resorts International says they will be temporarily closing their buffets at ARIA, Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Luxor and Excalibur amid coronavirus concerns.

 

I feel that our social paradigm will have to shift and may forever change the way we interact, if not the viral plague in the future will wipe us all out.

Just yesterday someone high five me for some work I did, suddenly I realized what had happened, afterward I didn’t wash my hands because I wanted to go home, I did however wash my hands by incident only because I have OCD’S when I got home, I never touch my face with my palm, always the back of my hand, I use a tissue when itching my nose or such.

I’m such a Germaphobe, but can you blame me?


kv

 

https://www.8newsnow.com/news/local...rily-close-buffets-amid-coronavirus-concerns/

LAS VEGAS (KLAS) — MGM Resorts International says they will be temporarily closing their buffets at ARIA, Bellagio, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay, The Mirage, Luxor and Excalibur amid coronavirus concerns.

Interesting. The casino just up the road was formerly a Rocksino owned by Hard Rock. Hard Rock sold it to MGM. My wife and I would go there for the buffet which is real good and about a few times a month seniors get a two for one so we could enjoy a nice lunch for about $15. This morning I got an email from MGM

​ Dear Ronald, As a loyal M life member, we feel it is important to reach out to you personally to share the changes we are making in response to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Nothing is more important than the health and safety of our guests and employees. So while we always strive to maintain the highest standards when it comes to cleaning and maintaining our resorts and casinos and we're taking it even further by increasing the frequency of our cleanings, concentrating on public areas. We are continuing to follow the guidelines set forth by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the World Health Organization and are in regular contact with local health officials. Keeping our employees informed and giving them the tools, they need to keep themselves and our environment safe is our highest priority. With all our efforts and support of our workforce, we feel confident that we are doing all we can to provide a safe place for you to visit. Again, we want all our guests to feel comfortable and confident visiting and enjoying our world class casinos, restaurants and entertainment venues. Our Corporate and Resort leadership teams are meeting daily to monitor the situation and we pledge to continue communicating with you and keeping you updated. We are especially grateful for your loyalty and we look forward to welcoming you to your favorite M life and MGM Resort in the near future. Sincerely, Jim Murren Chairman and CEO

No mention of closing the buffet. Not here anyway. Number of schools closing Friday for sanitizing and Bernie Sanders and Joe Biden cancelled a few appearances here yesterday. The only 3 cases just reported here in Ohio are here Cuyahogs County (Cleveland).

Ron

 

Can't say I blame them.
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-new...cheap-coronavirus-flights-if-i-die-i-n1154326

"I feel like if the coronavirus would get even more serious and like wipe out a large amount of people, I might as well be somewhere having fun," Henkel told NBC News in a message.

Coronavirus got Boomers stocking their doomsday bunkers... meanwhile millennials are online shopping for bathing suits for the five island trip they just booked on Spirit for $130.

 

 

Do as we say...

 

Can't say I blame them.

Well, it's spring break and the Unis are closing for the pandemic. Besides they need to keep the economy going so we won't have to bail the Airlines out when they go belly up. Not to mention they have high immunity compared to us old farts. Just don't bring it home to mommy and daddy after you spend all their money.

 

https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/heal...virus-south-korea-cuts-infection-rate-without

South Korea has seen a steady decrease in new coronavirus cases for four consecutive days, despite being one of the worst-affected countries outside China, although global attention has shifted towards outbreaks in Italy and Iran.
As of end-Monday, it had 7,513 cases and 54 deaths. The Korea Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) said there was an increase of 131 cases from Sunday to Monday.
The country averaged more than 500 new infections a day for the past two weeks, but last Friday, this number dipped to 438, then 367 on Saturday and 248 on Sunday. The daily number of confirmed cases is reported the following day.

 

Got my order of cheap(er) live Covid-19 bugs.

 

Got my order of cheap(er) live Covid-19 bugs.

Those look delicious... but it's the wrong thread, man... you should've posted it in the grill one instead...

 

Well, it's spring break and the Unis are closing for the pandemic. Besides they need to keep the economy going so we won't have to bail the Airlines out when they go belly up. Not to mention they have high immunity compared to us old farts. Just don't bring it home to mommy and daddy after you spend all their money.

Just got word that one of the schools I teach at is requiring us to deliver classes online the first two weeks after Spring Break. I don't know how carefully that was thought through in terms of the logistics of being in a position to actually do so and the resources that will be needed (and the competition for them in some cases). So I don't expect this to go too smoothly, but we'll deal with it somehow. One benefit of doing this is that it goes a long way to minimizing the potential for the students to spread out to the four winds and then come back together after break and start infecting each other. Their first two weeks back will be with limited social interaction and so they can get sick and deal with it before they come back together en mass; I don't know if that was part of the thinking or not, I suspect it wasn't because they haven't mentioned anything about it and I think they probably would have, if only to better justify the headaches it's going to cause.

 

Those look delicious... but it's the wrong thread, man... you should've posted it in the grill one instead...

https://www.forbes.com/sites/carlie...p-lobster-lower-meat-prices-too/#67faab8d52cb
Lobster has fallen to its lowest price in four years after charter flights from North American to Asia came to a standstill during the onset of the coronavirus outbreak.

When it's cooked it might be in that thread.

 

Email from my GP...

"Hello, this is Dr. Miller calling by recording with an update on the coronavirus, also called COVID19. Locally, there have been confirmed cases reported. We remain watchful and proactive to prevent the spread of this virus.
For the protection of all members, our practice will be following procedures recommended by the Centers for Disease Control. If you are exhibiting symptoms, such as a fever or cough, or if you believe you may have been exposed to the virus, first CALL the office. If you need to be seen, we’ll ask you to contact us from the parking lot for further instructions.
Out of extreme precaution, we CANNOT accept walk-in visits or allow symptomatic patients in the waiting room at this time.As directed by the CDC, I will wear personal protective equipment when appropriate. Quest or LabCorp will process a swab test, if it’s necessary.
While most Americans are still at low risk for contracting coronavirus, protect your health by vigorous hand washing for at least 20 seconds with soap and water, using hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, and avoiding crowds or gatherings.Those with underlying conditions can be more susceptible to infection, so share this information with family and friends.Stay informed by visiting the MDVIP resource center that’s updated regularly at mdvip.com/coronavirus.As always, we are here for you."


Below I have also included some very helpful links to great information from the CDC:

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/share-facts-h.pdf
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/2019-ncov-factsheet.pdf
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/downloads/sick-with-2019-nCoV-fact-sheet.pdf
and my personal favorite.... https://www.cdc.gov/handwashing/pdf/keep-calm-wash-your-hands_8.5x11.pdf

 

Just got word that one of the schools I teach at is requiring us to deliver classes online the first two weeks after Spring Break. I don't know how carefully that was thought through in terms of the logistics of being in a position to actually do so and the resources that will be needed (and the competition for them in some cases). So I don't expect this to go too smoothly, but we'll deal with it somehow. One benefit of doing this is that it goes a long way to minimizing the potential for the students to spread out to the four winds and then come back together after break and start infecting each other. Their first two weeks back will be with limited social interaction and so they can get sick and deal with it before they come back together en mass; I don't know if that was part of the thinking or not, I suspect it wasn't because they haven't mentioned anything about it and I think they probably would have, if only to better justify the headaches it's going to cause.

Thanks for the smile. Sometimes you have to wonder just what administrators are thing when they come up with stuff, especially when it involves someone else delivering the end product. Seeing all sorts of school things changing and most around spring break. My daughter was planning on taking the granddaughter to Florida for spring break and I have no clue how that will play out. Her in-laws have a condo down there. It seems everything is totally disrupted. Glad I am retired and just watching the passing parade.

Ron

 

In this excellent graphic of world wide cases, posted several times here, I see "Cruise Ship" is number 8 in the list of confirmed cases by countries. Whoops, it just slipped to number 10 in the last update.

 

Just got word that one of the schools I teach at is requiring us to deliver classes online the first two weeks after Spring Break. I don't know how carefully that was thought through in terms of the logistics of being in a position to actually do so and the resources that will be needed (and the competition for them in some cases). So I don't expect this to go too smoothly, but we'll deal with it somehow. One benefit of doing this is that it goes a long way to minimizing the potential for the students to spread out to the four winds and then come back together after break and start infecting each other. Their first two weeks back will be with limited social interaction and so they can get sick and deal with it before they come back together en mass; I don't know if that was part of the thinking or not, I suspect it wasn't because they haven't mentioned anything about it and I think they probably would have, if only to better justify the headaches it's going to cause.

Zoom is your friend. That's where I'm headed.

Edit: BTW, they have lifted the restriction of a max of 40 minutes for meetings with a Basic (free) account for K-12 education. See their "Education" page.

 

Got my order of cheap(er) live Covid-19 bugs.

Still shopping for mine!