Coronavirus prep

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  • lokihen
    lokihen Posts: 382 Member
    I checked the Sam's Club site to see the status of paper goods. Out of paper towels but toilet paper was still available online, although not at the local store.
  • lemurcat2
    lemurcat2 Posts: 7,885 Member
    NY just ordered all gyms and restaurants closed at 10pm on Friday. No more take out liquor. I'm having a sad.

    So update on that... the governor meant a 10 o clock curfew on gyms and restaurants. Makes no sense since most gyms already close by that time and restaurants have to close by midnight.

    Our state numbers are up to 2.9% positive. Arbitrary rules make no sense to me.

    The argument for bars/restaurants that serve alcohol makes some sense to me, based on the idea that as people linger and drink more it's harder to enforce the rules. The gym thing is just bizarre.
  • lemurcat2
    lemurcat2 Posts: 7,885 Member
    ReenieHJ wrote: »
    ahoy_m8 wrote: »
    ReenieHJ wrote: »
    WTH I was all set to get back to helping my sister on Monday when dh's test came back(assuming it came out negative). Now instead of 2-3 days, they told him it'll be 5-7 days. :(

    And I agree Diatonic, either allergy or teething germs used to run amok through out my daycare. :neutral: We'd all catch them

    That's a bummer. I feel for you. The first time my daughter tested was after a confirmed exposure this summer, and her results took 14 & 16 days (tested twice 2 days apart, as 2 negs were recommended before normal contact back then). The exposure was 5 days prior to her first test, so both results came after her quarantine was over. Totally useless. And because it was useless, a waste of testing resources. Also a wasted effort was her 2 weeks of isolation and 3 other family members' 2 week quarantine. Really, a modicum, of project management could make the whole testing situation so much more useful.

    Wow, talk about putting your life on hold. :(
    It's frustrating to go through all that but then see photos of people everywhere, no proper masking, groups of a lot of people together, etc. Looking at our local paper this a.m., there were quite a few photos of sports teams, masks around their neck, hugging and jumping, I just do NOT understand. And this, after over 90 positive cases just a couple of weeks ago, all stemming from a hockey game. SMH Everybody says 'but you can't shut schools and sports down'. Well, if something drastic isn't done soon, I feel it'll happen eventually anyways. :(

    I have a question though: dh tested this a.m. and received a bunch of information. I read through it all and still cannot figure out if *I* can go get groceries or not?? It only mentioned if a person tests positive or has been around anyone testing positive, from what I can see. He has not tested positive, has not been around anyone(that he knows of) that tested positive, AND he feels better today with no fever. Figures huh?? :/ I mean I'm glad he's acting fine today, I really am :) but still life is on hold. I always wear a mask, keep my distance and use hand sanitizer. Now I'm realizing how NOT stocked up we are.

    My sister's SO was notified that he had been exposed and got tested on Wednesday. The test is supposed to come back tomorrow, and I hope it does. She's self quarantining and not going to the grocery or anything.

    (She doesn't have a car so is stressing about how to get tested if the other test does come back positive, but most likely here there are testing places in walking distance and she can call to ask how to do it.)
  • Theoldguy1
    Theoldguy1 Posts: 2,494 Member
    edited November 2020
    ReenieHJ wrote: »
    ahoy_m8 wrote: »
    ReenieHJ wrote: »
    WTH I was all set to get back to helping my sister on Monday when dh's test came back(assuming it came out negative). Now instead of 2-3 days, they told him it'll be 5-7 days. :(

    And I agree Diatonic, either allergy or teething germs used to run amok through out my daycare. :neutral: We'd all catch them

    That's a bummer. I feel for you. The first time my daughter tested was after a confirmed exposure this summer, and her results took 14 & 16 days (tested twice 2 days apart, as 2 negs were recommended before normal contact back then). The exposure was 5 days prior to her first test, so both results came after her quarantine was over. Totally useless. And because it was useless, a waste of testing resources. Also a wasted effort was her 2 weeks of isolation and 3 other family members' 2 week quarantine. Really, a modicum, of project management could make the whole testing situation so much more useful.

    Wow, talk about putting your life on hold. :(
    It's frustrating to go through all that but then see photos of people everywhere, no proper masking, groups of a lot of people together, etc. Looking at our local paper this a.m., there were quite a few photos of sports teams, masks around their neck, hugging and jumping, I just do NOT understand. And this, after over 90 positive cases just a couple of weeks ago, all stemming from a hockey game. SMH Everybody says 'but you can't shut schools and sports down'. Well, if something drastic isn't done soon, I feel it'll happen eventually anyways. :(

    I have a question though: dh tested this a.m. and received a bunch of information. I read through it all and still cannot figure out if *I* can go get groceries or not?? It only mentioned if a person tests positive or has been around anyone testing positive, from what I can see. He has not tested positive, has not been around anyone(that he knows of) that tested positive, AND he feels better today with no fever. Figures huh?? :/ I mean I'm glad he's acting fine today, I really am :) but still life is on hold. I always wear a mask, keep my distance and use hand sanitizer. Now I'm realizing how NOT stocked up we are.

    Found this:

    Common question
    What if I have been around someone who was identified as a close contact to a person with COVID-19?

    If you have been around someone who was identified as a close contact to a person with COVID-19, closely monitor yourself for any symptoms of COVID-19. You do not need to self-quarantine unless you develop symptoms or if the person identified as a close contact develops COVID-19.

    Nov 5, 2020

    Coronavirus (COVID-19) frequently asked questions | CDC

    That said, might not be a bad idea to act like you have it.
  • RetiredAndLovingIt
    RetiredAndLovingIt Posts: 1,395 Member
    edited November 2020
    @MikePfirrman Re the oximeter, yes, I am just watching for my normal daily (have relatively controlled asthma) instead of watching for a particular number, so will watch for big variation. The one that didn't work would read a number for husband, but would not even give me a number.
    The 12-15 yr age group seems to be really hit right now here.

  • Chef_Barbell
    Chef_Barbell Posts: 6,644 Member
    lemurcat2 wrote: »
    NY just ordered all gyms and restaurants closed at 10pm on Friday. No more take out liquor. I'm having a sad.

    So update on that... the governor meant a 10 o clock curfew on gyms and restaurants. Makes no sense since most gyms already close by that time and restaurants have to close by midnight.

    Our state numbers are up to 2.9% positive. Arbitrary rules make no sense to me.

    The argument for bars/restaurants that serve alcohol makes some sense to me, based on the idea that as people linger and drink more it's harder to enforce the rules. The gym thing is just bizarre.

    It's just seems too little too late... lingering during the summer I saw. Lingering around outside during a NYC winter I do not see.
  • paperpudding
    paperpudding Posts: 9,275 Member
    Nony_Mouse wrote: »
    Oh, and everyone (like, the entire country) is giving the absolute stink-eye to the new case's employer (clothing store), who made them go into work despite being symptomatic and awaiting COVID test results (case is a 20 year old student).


    and rightly so!!! :o

  • Nony_Mouse
    Nony_Mouse Posts: 5,646 Member
    Yup, some states are letting us in due to our low risk status. We're not reciprocating as of yet, but those Aus numbers are looking good for the two way bubble happening soon. That will take some pressure off our currently at capacity MIQ facilities.

    So, some states of Aus are letting people from NZ in without having to do the 2 week supervised quarantine that applies to people from any other country??

    I thought it was something like that but wasnt sure.

    A 2 way travel bubble with New Zealand and possibly some South Pacific countries like Fiji, looks on the cards soon.

    Unfortunately getting to see my daughter in UK, already post poned from August 2020, looks no closer on the horizon.

    Yup, currently only NSW, ACT, Vic, and Northern Territory - https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/new-zealand-safe-travel-zone
  • paperpudding
    paperpudding Posts: 9,275 Member
    Interesting.

    I am in SA so not in above mentioned states (yes I'm sure you know that :D but for benifit of other readers not as familiar with Aus states)

    Surprised about Northern Territory - they have been very cautious. I expect some areas are still not open - indiginous communities at greater risk.

  • Nony_Mouse
    Nony_Mouse Posts: 5,646 Member
    Interesting.

    I am in SA so not in above mentioned states (yes I'm sure you know that :D but for benifit of other readers not as familiar with Aus states)

    Surprised about Northern Territory - they have been very cautious. I expect some areas are still not open - indiginous communities at greater risk.

    Yeah, I though Queensland was on the list too, but obviously not.

    I'm not sure how many are actually going over, given that they have to quarantine when they get back here, and would be unlikely to qualify for exemption from having to pay for their MIQ stay if they'd just gone to visit/holiday.
  • paperpudding
    paperpudding Posts: 9,275 Member
    yes it wont really work for tourist purposes until it is a 2 way bubble, no quarantine requirements either end.

  • Noreenmarie1234
    Noreenmarie1234 Posts: 7,492 Member
    North Dakota's governor announced the state will allow healthcare workers who have tested positive for Covid-19 to continue working in coronavirus units, officials announced this week.

    https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/north-dakota-lets-healthcare-workers-covid-stay-job-record-surge-n1247487

    Was very surprised to see this.