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I think this idea has merit. Don't punish people for calling in sick to help prevent the spread. Yes, some people will take advantage of it. And it will be a burden on many organizations, but at least people will be able to stay home if they're unwell without fear of losing their jobs. Plus 2 weeks of sick pay if you are diagnosed with COVID-19 (assuming you can get a test...)
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-51832894
ETA, this is Amazon.5 -
Got weird vm from MD senator last night.. having a online townhall q&a tonight. 😣
Like there isn't enough q&a going on all over..1 -
Got weird vm from MD senator last night.. having a online townhall q&a tonight. 😣
Like there isn't enough q&a going on all over..
A lot of people are genuinely confused. COVID went from something to be (vaguely) aware of to "Be prepared to get sick" in a short period of time. As long as your senator has his facts straight, a virtual townhall meeting is a good idea. People generally want to do the right thing.
We here in North America are the lucky ones. We get to learn from the mistakes made elsewhere, especially the complacency that has turned out to be so deadly. It is knowledge that was given to us at a great price and I hope we don't squander it.13 -
I think this idea has merit. Don't punish people for calling in sick to help prevent the spread. Yes, some people will take advantage of it. And it will be a burden on many organizations, but at least people will be able to stay home if they're unwell without fear of losing their jobs. Plus 2 weeks of sick pay if you are diagnosed with COVID-19 (assuming you can get a test...)
https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-51832894
ETA, this is Amazon.
I definitely think it's worth suffering some abusers to keep the actual sick people home.9 -
midlomel1971 wrote: »My husband just canceled his trip to Nashville today. He was going with a group of friends for a birthday celebration. He's bummed. He's on the phone w/ the airline trying to get a reschedule or refund.
I'm waiting for my workplace to send out an email telling those of us who can telework to do so for a week or two. Which works great for me! THe only thing is, if they cancel school for a week, I'll be stuck home w/ two bored kids. Not fun for anyone. *sigh*
Maybe you could attempt to reframe this... childhood is gone so fast and you will have some precious days to spend with your kids that you otherwise wouldn't have had. Plan some fun things, stay off your devices, and reconnect.14 -
Yeah.. practically doing a daily briefing since the first case.1 -
Had a bosses like that once most are understanding but you get that one
dip-bleeps who threaten to fire you even when your so sick the toilets as far as you can go. I found leaving that job for another was always the end result even after fighting to stay. The next job was better every time3 -
midlomel1971 wrote: »My husband just canceled his trip to Nashville today. He was going with a group of friends for a birthday celebration. He's bummed. He's on the phone w/ the airline trying to get a reschedule or refund.
I'm waiting for my workplace to send out an email telling those of us who can telework to do so for a week or two. Which works great for me! THe only thing is, if they cancel school for a week, I'll be stuck home w/ two bored kids. Not fun for anyone. *sigh*
Maybe you could attempt to reframe this... childhood is gone so fast and you will have some precious days to spend with your kids that you otherwise wouldn't have had. Plan some fun things, stay off your devices, and reconnect.
Schools have been closed here north of Seattle for the past several days. I take walks every day out to a local park. Yesterday I was thinking how nice it was for kids to have time to go play in the beauty of nature.
Then I watched them for a couple minutes playing on the playground equipment. All that touching. Good thing kids aren't likely to get as sick, but bad for their older relatives. I supposed it's possible none of the kids there would have contact with older relatives, but I see those kids out all over the place. Social distancing means - distancing.
Lesigh. Get off my lawn.
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Oh no. Some study says infectious period might be over 14 days
http://hill.cm/xvRwxWK0 -
Costco lines on a Thursday morning here in NYC....
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just_Tomek wrote: »Today I cancelled my Morocco trip that I had planned since November. Again, not of the fear of the virus, but of the fear of getting back if more countries start banning flights etc. Sucks. Money is money, we can always make more, but health and well being is another thing.
Ah that’s such a bummer. We have a prepaid Disneyland trip planned for our 4 kids over Easter. I’m pretty positive we aren’t going and also pretty positive that the Hilton Hotel we booked won’t be refunding our hefty 2 room fee
astoundingly, the airlines have been very accommodating.
But you’re right, money is money but my children’s health and well being is paramount.
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juliemouse83 wrote: »Duke & UNC are going strictly online classes, and new cases announced, bringing our total to 12. Seriously starting to question my decision to work in healthcare, when clearly there are many other things I am able to do.
We are in the same area--Cary, NC. Our friends were the "parents" who were just tested but turned out negative--they closed their daughter's school for a day just in case. My husband works at Duke in research, and they are talking about essential/nonessential employees, and whether or not he can work from home for a while. I'm not sure where you work, or what your job is (Dr, nurse?), but I wish you good health while this all plays out!2 -
Re hotels and Disney if can't get money back yet wait they might decide over next few weeks to start letting people get refunded or change reservations to next year spring break3
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After last night's address the gym was pretty empty this morning.
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This was the headline before the Utah Jazz player's test came up positive... guess he made his point.
https://sports.yahoo.com/jazz-thunder-rudy-gobert-ruled-questionable-days-after-touching-mics-to-make-a-point-about-coronavirus-201553536.html
He must have already been positive during this little stunt, and then all the reporters had to come handle the equipment. *eye roll*
Between him and the congressman who thought it would be funny to wear a gas mask on the floor of Congress and then had to self quarantine, perhaps openly mocking covid-19 is not the best idea. It seems to have a vindictive streak. I hope it hasn't achieved self-awareness
Best post of the thread. Thanks for the giggle. A little gallows humor is a good thing.
*looks around guiltily*
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Currently the line at Costco goes around all the way to the back of the warehouse... like Six Flags except it's the paper towel coaster... 🤣😂8
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Kaitie9399 wrote: »My school district is closing tomorrow to give the teachers time to prepare 3 weeks worth of online lessons for our students. It's interesting that my perspective changed so quickly from 'why are people panicking?' to, 'hmmm, is my family ready for this?' My answer is yes, we're ready and I think that my school is probably going to close sometime next week. The cases of Covid are creeping closer and closer to home. Calm on the outside for my students, worried on the inside.
I think we are headed that direction. One private middle/high school is closing for a week starting today to deep clean and then evaluate when to reopen. My husband and I have a toddler, so even though we are allowed to telework when necessary, not much work would get done at home. I'm worried about how much support I would receive at work because most of my colleagues are retirement age or at least have kids in high school who are able to be at home unsupervised and can self-entertain.
Yesterday our state had the first reported cases and there was rush on all of the stores. Every grocery store we passed driving home had a packed parking lot. I'm just hoping there is still food and basic supplies left when I do my usual Friday grocery shopping.2 -
Kaitie9399 wrote: »My school district is closing tomorrow to give the teachers time to prepare 3 weeks worth of online lessons for our students. It's interesting that my perspective changed so quickly from 'why are people panicking?' to, 'hmmm, is my family ready for this?' My answer is yes, we're ready and I think that my school is probably going to close sometime next week. The cases of Covid are creeping closer and closer to home. Calm on the outside for my students, worried on the inside.
I think we are headed that direction. One private middle/high school is closing for a week starting today to deep clean and then evaluate when to reopen. My husband and I have a toddler, so even though we are allowed to telework when necessary, not much work would get done at home. I'm worried about how much support I would receive at work because most of my colleagues are retirement age or at least have kids in high school who are able to be at home unsupervised and can self-entertain.
Yesterday our state had the first reported cases and there was rush on all of the stores. Every grocery store we passed driving home had a packed parking lot. I'm just hoping there is still food and basic supplies left when I do my usual Friday grocery shopping.
I waited... I now regret it. 😩5 -
We're going this afternoon (just to top up some stuff, not a massive stock-up, as we already have a good pantry and freezer available). I also hope it's not madness. We're going to Aldi, so maybe it won't be as crazy.Kaitie9399 wrote: »My school district is closing tomorrow to give the teachers time to prepare 3 weeks worth of online lessons for our students. It's interesting that my perspective changed so quickly from 'why are people panicking?' to, 'hmmm, is my family ready for this?' My answer is yes, we're ready and I think that my school is probably going to close sometime next week. The cases of Covid are creeping closer and closer to home. Calm on the outside for my students, worried on the inside.
I think we are headed that direction. One private middle/high school is closing for a week starting today to deep clean and then evaluate when to reopen. My husband and I have a toddler, so even though we are allowed to telework when necessary, not much work would get done at home. I'm worried about how much support I would receive at work because most of my colleagues are retirement age or at least have kids in high school who are able to be at home unsupervised and can self-entertain.
Yesterday our state had the first reported cases and there was rush on all of the stores. Every grocery store we passed driving home had a packed parking lot. I'm just hoping there is still food and basic supplies left when I do my usual Friday grocery shopping.1 -
Chef_Barbell wrote: »
Flood the sewage system with paper towel.. great!
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Chef_Barbell wrote: »
Flood the sewage system with paper towel.. great!
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Just don't flush those diaper wipes or personal wipes!!2 -
Chef_Barbell wrote: »
Flood the sewage system with paper towel.. great!
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The thought of wiping with a paper towel makes me shrivel a little.2 -
cmriverside wrote: »Chef_Barbell wrote: »
Flood the sewage system with paper towel.. great!
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Just don't flush those diaper wipes or personal wipes!!
Or newspaper and corncobs 🤣😂5 -
https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/coronavirus-outbreak-03-12-20-intl-hnk/h_a50ebc7f293290f29602175c7e8bd5ca
Brazilian president's press secretary tests positive for coronavirus days after visiting Trump at Mar-a-Lago
From CNN's Shasta Darlington and Jonny Hallam
Fabio Wajngarten, the press secretary for Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro, tested positive for coronavirus on Thursday, according to two sources who spoke to CNN.
The health of the Brazilian president is being monitored.
Wajngarten was with Bolsonaro on last weekend’s US trip, during which the Brazilian president dined with President Trump at Mar-a-Lago.
Wajngarten posted a picture of himself with Trump on Instagram a few days ago.
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Chef_Barbell wrote: »Kaitie9399 wrote: »My school district is closing tomorrow to give the teachers time to prepare 3 weeks worth of online lessons for our students. It's interesting that my perspective changed so quickly from 'why are people panicking?' to, 'hmmm, is my family ready for this?' My answer is yes, we're ready and I think that my school is probably going to close sometime next week. The cases of Covid are creeping closer and closer to home. Calm on the outside for my students, worried on the inside.
I think we are headed that direction. One private middle/high school is closing for a week starting today to deep clean and then evaluate when to reopen. My husband and I have a toddler, so even though we are allowed to telework when necessary, not much work would get done at home. I'm worried about how much support I would receive at work because most of my colleagues are retirement age or at least have kids in high school who are able to be at home unsupervised and can self-entertain.
Yesterday our state had the first reported cases and there was rush on all of the stores. Every grocery store we passed driving home had a packed parking lot. I'm just hoping there is still food and basic supplies left when I do my usual Friday grocery shopping.
I waited... I now regret it. 😩
That's what I'm afraid of. But at this point, I don't think going today vs. tomorrow is going to help either. I'm already wishing I had stocked up on a few extra things last Friday when people locally were only sort of panicking and it was mostly toilet paper that was running out.
We're going this afternoon (just to top up some stuff, not a massive stock-up, as we already have a good pantry and freezer available). I also hope it's not madness. We're going to Aldi, so maybe it won't be as crazy.Kaitie9399 wrote: »My school district is closing tomorrow to give the teachers time to prepare 3 weeks worth of online lessons for our students. It's interesting that my perspective changed so quickly from 'why are people panicking?' to, 'hmmm, is my family ready for this?' My answer is yes, we're ready and I think that my school is probably going to close sometime next week. The cases of Covid are creeping closer and closer to home. Calm on the outside for my students, worried on the inside.
I think we are headed that direction. One private middle/high school is closing for a week starting today to deep clean and then evaluate when to reopen. My husband and I have a toddler, so even though we are allowed to telework when necessary, not much work would get done at home. I'm worried about how much support I would receive at work because most of my colleagues are retirement age or at least have kids in high school who are able to be at home unsupervised and can self-entertain.
Yesterday our state had the first reported cases and there was rush on all of the stores. Every grocery store we passed driving home had a packed parking lot. I'm just hoping there is still food and basic supplies left when I do my usual Friday grocery shopping.
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I sent my husband to Costco yesterday...he said lines were normal and the only thing they were out of was the Kirkland brand toilet paper. They still had other brands. No shortage of other products, he said.
Of course, it helps that I live in an area with a LOT of Costcos, so not everyone is rushing the same store. There are three alone within 15 minutes of my house, and many more if I drove a bit futher.0 -
Just saw Governor Newsom is banning gatherings of more than 250 people.
My daughter and son in law live in San Francisco with my two grandkids. She texted last night they won't be visiting until things settle down because my husband and I are in a higher risk group (we'll be 70 this year). They're pulling the kids out of school ahead of inevitable closures and both are so fortunate that they can work from home.
I told my 91 year old dad the same thing, and I'm worried for his mental as well as physical health. He is very active and social, he goes to mass twice a week, the gym three times, organizes a senior bus trip twice a month and on and on. I dont know how he'll cope when he has to self isolate.
I hadn't thought about the mental and emotional health risks to people who are used to being social, as well as the actual physical risk of becoming sick. It seems to me that the stress would make some people even more vulnerable.10
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