Post by Deleted on Oct 17, 2020 16:00:19 GMT
Paula's brother is an epidemiologist specializing in infectious diseases. He was in charge of a number of hospitals in Maine before retiring 3-4 years ago. Joe came to Suffolk in late February while I was fishing in Mexico specifically to talk to his family about Covid and how to prepare.
He nailed it, telling them exactly what to expect (all the bad stuff), how to prepare (distance and lots of it, masks, have 6 weeks to 3 months of supplies, etc.), and when to begin (IMMEDIATELY).
His younger sister made fun of it, the rest listened and took his advice. Julie got a lecture from a doctor that she didn't recognize, shut up, and changed her mind.
When I got home, we went to the fully stocked stores and bought three months of food and supplies. We went almost nowhere for three months and two people came into the house... both for nece
ssary repairs.
The virus was in our neighborhood as four of our neighbors within two blocks had the virus. One was a doctor.
You know the rest of the story to date. But the BIG QUESTION REMAINS. WHAT IS NEXT?
Thursday Paula talked to Joe and asked him what to expect.
PHASE TWO WILL LIKELY BE SIGNIFICANTLY WORSE THAN PHASE ONE.
States are doing crazy things, people are taking more chances, many young people are ignoring by the virus since most are lightly affected, many schools have reopened with growing pressure for more to do so.
The virus has mutated, some forms are more virulent than before, the danger is significant and the first signs of the second wave have already appeared. There will be more deaths, hospitals are likely to be jammed (remember, it is also flu season), food shortages will occur. What we saw this a Spring may be minor compared to what can take place.
Get your flu shot before the end of this month, stock up and go to the store when it is not crowded, wear a mask, and stay away from others. Wash hands, sanitizer, stay away from people and places. Beware people who mix in society... you do not know who they have been exposed to.
Are you one of the millions of "At Risk," people or are you close to one? (Okay, that has to include 90% of us)
BEWARE, THIS IS ESPECIALLY ABOUT YOU. Stay away from people and places, like, stay at home.
What about the vaccine, third wave, when should this ease?
There should be some easing in Spring like this year followed by a much smaller third wave next Fall. Joe didn't get into a vaccine. He dealt in reality and a quickly implemented vaccine to protect at risk people doesn't appear to be imminent (my comments).
April York? We have not given up but we are not planning on it at this point.
We have been blessed as have our families. We believe that prayer does have answers and we pray often.
Our layout has basically been on hold. Paula's brother was assisting with the roundhouse and works at a school in Raleigh. When he can get back, we will resume. I can't do much atop the layout with a new knee.
Good luck. This is real and many, probably most, of our members are at risk.
He nailed it, telling them exactly what to expect (all the bad stuff), how to prepare (distance and lots of it, masks, have 6 weeks to 3 months of supplies, etc.), and when to begin (IMMEDIATELY).
His younger sister made fun of it, the rest listened and took his advice. Julie got a lecture from a doctor that she didn't recognize, shut up, and changed her mind.
When I got home, we went to the fully stocked stores and bought three months of food and supplies. We went almost nowhere for three months and two people came into the house... both for nece
ssary repairs.
The virus was in our neighborhood as four of our neighbors within two blocks had the virus. One was a doctor.
You know the rest of the story to date. But the BIG QUESTION REMAINS. WHAT IS NEXT?
Thursday Paula talked to Joe and asked him what to expect.
PHASE TWO WILL LIKELY BE SIGNIFICANTLY WORSE THAN PHASE ONE.
States are doing crazy things, people are taking more chances, many young people are ignoring by the virus since most are lightly affected, many schools have reopened with growing pressure for more to do so.
The virus has mutated, some forms are more virulent than before, the danger is significant and the first signs of the second wave have already appeared. There will be more deaths, hospitals are likely to be jammed (remember, it is also flu season), food shortages will occur. What we saw this a Spring may be minor compared to what can take place.
Get your flu shot before the end of this month, stock up and go to the store when it is not crowded, wear a mask, and stay away from others. Wash hands, sanitizer, stay away from people and places. Beware people who mix in society... you do not know who they have been exposed to.
Are you one of the millions of "At Risk," people or are you close to one? (Okay, that has to include 90% of us)
BEWARE, THIS IS ESPECIALLY ABOUT YOU. Stay away from people and places, like, stay at home.
What about the vaccine, third wave, when should this ease?
There should be some easing in Spring like this year followed by a much smaller third wave next Fall. Joe didn't get into a vaccine. He dealt in reality and a quickly implemented vaccine to protect at risk people doesn't appear to be imminent (my comments).
April York? We have not given up but we are not planning on it at this point.
We have been blessed as have our families. We believe that prayer does have answers and we pray often.
Our layout has basically been on hold. Paula's brother was assisting with the roundhouse and works at a school in Raleigh. When he can get back, we will resume. I can't do much atop the layout with a new knee.
Good luck. This is real and many, probably most, of our members are at risk.
