Does self quarantining work?

StarSong said:
I truly don't understand this fatalistic attitude. Do people really believe that some of us are "destined" to catch this? If so, why bother with any precautions?
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I'm not trying to be fatalistic. I'm basically saying that right now, all we have is self isolation and hand washing as protective measures. That's no guarantee that we won't get it. Mainly all we have is hope and prayer. All the discussion and worrying isn't helping any of us. That's all I will say. I'm sorry if I offended anyone.
 
MarciKS said:
I'm not trying to be fatalistic. I'm basically saying that right now, all we have is self isolation and hand washing as protective measures. That's no guarantee that we won't get it. Mainly all we have is hope and prayer. All the discussion and worrying isn't helping any of us. That's all I will say. I'm sorry if I offended anyone.
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I'm not offended, I'm just surprised at how much of the "if I get it I get it" attitude persists. Not the best mindset for maintaining vigilance.

The potential severity of this illness is being shouted from the rooftops, yet a couple of days ago FL beaches and bars were crowded, New Orleans was hopping, and social gatherings continued. Their selfishness will continue to spread this virus and lengthen the time the rest of us need to remain sequestered.
 
The whole idea behind self-quarantining/social distancing/self-isolation is to flatten the curve. Basically what that means is to not only reduce the number of people with the virus, but even more importantly, to spread the contagion over a longer period of time.
In epidemiology, the idea of slowing a virus' spread so that fewer people need to seek treatment at any given time is known as "flattening the curve." That's why we are all encouraged to follow "social distancing" guidelines

Here's an excellent explanation of flattening the curve
 
Ronni said:
The whole idea behind self-quarantining/social distancing/self-isolation is to flatten the curve. Basically what that means is to not only reduce the number of people with the virus, but even more importantly, to spread the contagion over a longer period of time.
In epidemiology, the idea of slowing a virus' spread so that fewer people need to seek treatment at any given time is known as "flattening the curve." That's why we are all encouraged to follow "social distancing" guidelines

Here's an excellent explanation of flattening the curve
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Yup.
 
I mean, the whole point of social distancing is simply to slow the spread of the virus. There is no containment. People are going to continue to get sick. There is no way around that. On a personal level I'm doing everything I reasonably can so that I am not one of them. But I'm also being prudent so that I can do MY part in slowing the spread, so that even if *I* don't become ill, I can help prevent hospitals from being so overrun with sick people that there is no way to treat everyone, and so needless deaths occur for that reason.

And I can only hope that OTHER people have a similar mindset, so that if *I* should end up in the hospital with this awful virus, there will be enough life saving equipment available to me because the hospital is not overrun with cases, that I will get the help I need.
 
The potential severity of this illness is being shouted from the rooftops, yet a couple of days ago FL beaches and bars were crowded, New Orleans was hopping, and social gatherings continued. Their selfishness will continue to spread this virus and lengthen the time the rest of us need to remain sequestered.
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StarSong, I suspect that there are very few elderly people among the crowds still socializing in those places. Part of the reason is probably that the media keep telling us that it's a relatively mild illness for young people. Plus, they think they will live forever, anyway.
 
Sunny said:
StarSong, I suspect that there are very few elderly people among the crowds still socializing in those places. Part of the reason is probably that the media keep telling us that it's a relatively mild illness for young people. Plus, they think they will live forever, anyway.
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Probably true. Still doesn't make it right.
 
StarSong said:
I'm not offended, I'm just surprised at how much of the "if I get it I get it" attitude persists. Not the best mindset for maintaining vigilance.

The potential severity of this illness is being shouted from the rooftops, yet a couple of days ago FL beaches and bars were crowded, New Orleans was hopping, and social gatherings continued. Their selfishness will continue to spread this virus and lengthen the time the rest of us need to remain sequestered.
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That wasn't what I was saying at all. I'm sorry.
 
After Amazon sent their employees home, they re-hired new employees at a $2.00/hr. increase. LOL!....like the replacement employees are immune.
 
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I am no expert on these matters, but using common sense, I would think quarantining would work. If people don't mingle together and stay away from one another, the virus should not spread. That would include keeping all letters and packages and anything else that could be considered foreign to each of our households away and don't bring it in from the outside.
 
Ronni said:
The whole idea behind self-quarantining/social distancing/self-isolation is to flatten the curve. Basically what that means is to not only reduce the number of people with the virus, but even more importantly, to spread the contagion over a longer period of time.
In epidemiology, the idea of slowing a virus' spread so that fewer people need to seek treatment at any given time is known as "flattening the curve." That's why we are all encouraged to follow "social distancing" guidelines

Here's an excellent explanation of flattening the curve
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I stopped at the bank this morning on the way home from work. There was sign at the Teller's area to "Walk up to the window, lay down your transaction and then step back over the black line," which is about 4 feet from the Teller's window.

I thought, "Hey, good idea. for both of us, the Teller and me."
 
oldman said:
I stopped at the bank this morning on the way home from work. There was sign at the Teller's area to "Walk up to the window, lay down your transaction and then step back over the black line," which is about 4 feet from the Teller's window.

I thought, "Hey, good idea. for both of us, the Teller and me."
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Our bank has gone to drive-thru service only. Certain transactions can be made in the lobby but you must call for an appointment.
 
My senior dog needs to see the vet. He’s developed a cough that I am concerned is related to his heart enlarging. The office called me this morning to let me know that they will still see Tango but they do not want me to come into the office. They will come outside and take his carry crate from my car and then if I have the capability (I do) The Doc and I can FaceTime as he conducts his exam.
 
oldman said:
I am no expert on these matters, but using common sense, I would think quarantining would work. If people don't mingle together and stay away from one another, the virus should not spread. That would include keeping all letters and packages and anything else that could be considered foreign to each of our households away and don't bring it in from the outside.
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Well ya gotta bring in the mail and packages so do as I do.....spray it down with disinfectant, let it sit for around 20 minutes, open it up, then wash your hands....
 
Ronni said:
My senior dog needs to see the vet. He’s developed a cough that I am concerned is related to his heart enlarging. The office called me this morning to let me know that they will still see Tango but they do not want me to come into the office. They will come outside and take his carry crate from my car and then if I have the capability (I do) The Doc and I can FaceTime as he conducts his exam.
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That sounds so smart on the Vet and staff's part....this will start to become the new norm for office and vet visits I suspect.
 
My husband and I decided last Friday to stay at home away from people unless absolutely necessary. I still take my dog to the park daily, but don't get near people there if I don't want to.

We thought we might take advantage of take out or delivery foods before something weird happens to the local restaurants. This way the food we have in the house will last longer.

A couple of days ago I went to a Chick-Fil-A drive up, paid with cash and told them to keep the change and the receipt, so there was little contact. Today we signed up with GrubHub on our computer and had some food delivered from a Mexican restaurant, everything went smooth, order was correct and delivered on time. We specified to ring the doorbell and leave package.

On March 30th, I have a dentist appointment to put in a permanent crown, right now I just have the temporary. I'll play it by ear on that appointment. If they call and cancel, that's fine, I can wait. If they say the appt. is a go, then I'll probably be there. I already paid, so the only contact will be with the dentist and his assistant. Weird thing is, they both were taking planes to go on vacation the day of my temporary, one to Florida and one to Alabama and Florida afterwards. I'm not paranoid, but I'd preferred if they didn't travel out of state by plane during this time. They give sunglasses to put on in the chair, I plan to bring my own so I don't have to handle or wear them. Hopefully they'll both keep their masks on. :p

I think it's wise to keep 'social distance' and avoid close contact with people for a while, still talk to neighbors and folks at the park, but keep a good distance. Seems everyone is mindful of staying safe. Hoping this will get under control and pass soon. 🤞
 
Ronni said:
My senior dog needs to see the vet. He’s developed a cough that I am concerned is related to his heart enlarging. The office called me this morning to let me know that they will still see Tango but they do not want me to come into the office. They will come outside and take his carry crate from my car and then if I have the capability (I do) The Doc and I can FaceTime as he conducts his exam.
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Great that your vet is doing that, wishing the best for your Tango and hope the cough isn't a sign of something very serious.

My dog will need heartworm test and meds before May, hoping I can work around having to bring him in...we'll see how they're doing things by then. I never did facetime, but I guess I'll learn if I have to. :unsure:
 
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