Trump already tried to make it look like he's doing something by widening the travel ban. As of today 38 states have confirmed cases so it didn't work. Rather than go for the appearance of doing something a quarter of US workers do not have paid sick leave. Congress should pass something to fix that problem so sick people aren't forced to go to work to their low paid jobs where they probably interact with the public.
It is unlikely that the cruise ship industry survives corona. There have been far too many stories of disease outbreaks on ships in recent years, not to mention things like septic system failures.
Congress could rush through some sort of mandatory paid sick leave measure today, if they sit down, write the text, and don't get bogged down in layering amendments to it...if they *wanted* to.
Well Michigan is on the list now. Two confirmed cases. One in Oakland County and one in Wayne County (where Detroit is and also where I live) and one suspected case at Michigan State University. My old alma mater, Michigan Tech, is going to on-line classes only along with U of M, Michigan State and Central Michigan. Oh well, it was nice being on the '0' list for a while anyway...
It is unlikely that the cruise ship industry survives corona. There have been far too many stories of disease outbreaks on ships in recent years, not to mention things like septic system failures.
Congress could rush through some sort of mandatory paid sick leave measure today, if they sit down, write the text, and don't get bogged down in layering amendments to it...if they *wanted* to.
I am pretty sure that once this all dies down, if it all dies down, then it will be back to business as usual on cruise ships. Maybe a slight hit but not much. We the people have the memory of gnats.
I am pretty sure that once this all dies down, if it all dies down, then it will be back to business as usual on cruise ships. Maybe a slight hit but not much. We the people have the memory of gnats.
Huh? What? I didn't catch what you were saying--I was watching The Voice.
The State of Arkansas finally had a confirmed case this afternoon and the last I checked we still have toilet paper on the shelves at Walmart. Most likely all the bread and milk will be gone just like winter storm warning.
Panic-buying perishables like bread and bovine milk ahead of a potential disaster which could interrupt electric service for days is a *terrible* idea.
The local branch of the Anti-social support group decided to cancel it's meetings until further notice because of the Corona virus. Of course nobody ever showed up for a meeting anyway so it was just precautionary.
It is unlikely that the cruise ship industry survives corona. There have been far too many stories of disease outbreaks on ships in recent years, not to mention things like septic system failures.
Congress could rush through some sort of mandatory paid sick leave measure today, if they sit down, write the text, and don't get bogged down in layering amendments to it...if they *wanted* to.
I am pretty sure that once this all dies down, if it all dies down, then it will be back to business as usual on cruise ships. Maybe a slight hit but not much. We the people have the memory of gnats.
Not to mention the inevitable bailout. You know, the same type of bailout that was such a Communist thing to do when Obama did it for GM?
It is unlikely that the cruise ship industry survives corona. There have been far too many stories of disease outbreaks on ships in recent years, not to mention things like septic system failures.
Congress could rush through some sort of mandatory paid sick leave measure today, if they sit down, write the text, and don't get bogged down in layering amendments to it...if they *wanted* to.
I am pretty sure that once this all dies down, if it all dies down, then it will be back to business as usual on cruise ships. Maybe a slight hit but not much. We the people have the memory of gnats.
Not to mention the inevitable bailout. You know, the same type of bailout that was such a Communist thing to do when Obama did it for GM?
Cruise ships might not be able to get bailouts most of them hail from tax exempt countries to save on taxes and labor laws. No need to be incorporated here when there's extra cash to be made amirite.
Well, my daughter's school district just sent out a well thought-out and detailed plan since Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency in Michigan. They're going to be training the kids to use elbow/foot bumps instead of hand-shaking, tell them to wash hands frequently for at least 20 seconds, and stay home if they're feeling ill. In addition they're going to thoroughly disinfect surfaces every night after school. (I wonder if the teachers are going to have to supply the bleach?) They aren't suspending sports activities yet but will be responding to any action requested by the CDC. That didn't take long...
Edit: Parents were also instructed to take their children to a health-care professional if they exhibit flu-like symptoms, for evaluation.
I'm tired of people saying it's no worse than the flu. First, it's not true. Second, the flu is a very deadly disease. It's mostly because of a healthcare system that can try to get ahead of it with vaccines, education, and effective treatments, that fatalities number in only 12k to 60k per year in the U.S. alone. So "no worse than the flu" is still pretty bad.
It is unlikely that the cruise ship industry survives corona. There have been far too many stories of disease outbreaks on ships in recent years, not to mention things like septic system failures.
Congress could rush through some sort of mandatory paid sick leave measure today, if they sit down, write the text, and don't get bogged down in layering amendments to it...if they *wanted* to.
Well the adults in the room tried but....
"Senate GOP Blocks Emergency Paid Sick Leave Bill From Moving Forward
The legislation put forth by Democrats would guarantee 14 days of paid leave for workers affected by the coronavirus outbreak."
It is unlikely that the cruise ship industry survives corona. There have been far too many stories of disease outbreaks on ships in recent years, not to mention things like septic system failures.
Congress could rush through some sort of mandatory paid sick leave measure today, if they sit down, write the text, and don't get bogged down in layering amendments to it...if they *wanted* to.
Well the adults in the room tried but....
"Senate GOP Blocks Emergency Paid Sick Leave Bill From Moving Forward
The legislation put forth by Democrats would guarantee 14 days of paid leave for workers affected by the coronavirus outbreak."
It seems Dems want employer mandated sick leave while the Republican wants government paid sick leave (socialism). Oh how the turntables.
The Democrats torpedo their best chance to get everything they've ever wanted since I've been able to vote, and the Republicans want to spend my tax dollars to allow people to stay home from work.
I feel like I've just been teleported to the Bizarro world...
As covid-19 is an airborne disease as well as a contagious (means you can pick it up from touching including surfaces) one it might be a good idea to reintroduce this UK government campaign from the 1940s and 1950s. The "Coughs and Sneezes, Spread Diseases" campaign also had a number of short (ministry of information) informational films too (YouTube has this selection). I found this one quite amusing which may be why once seen, that slogan tends to stick in your head.
I feel like I've just been teleported to the Bizarro world...
This statistically anomalous event is precipitating other statistically anomalous events. Like @jjstraka34 earlier, I am uncertain exactly where this goes now but I suspect some form of martial law or mass enforced quarantines and the prevention of any large gatherings of people for any purpose (large in this sense being "more than 100").
Travel ban from Europe is now happening, and it seems the Coronavirus Infection rate is doubling daily...
Unless the government starts doing something drastic, we are currently going the route of italy, which for the most part ignored it and pretended the flu was worse and now one of the most infected countries outside of China.
Well, my daughter's championship basketball game that was going to be played on Saturday got cancelled. My mom & dad were going to come up all the way from Tennessee (500 miles) to watch her. I know it's good to be cautious, but it still sucks...
Well, my daughter's championship basketball game that was going to be played on Saturday got cancelled. My mom & dad were going to come up all the way from Tennessee (500 miles) to watch her. I know it's good to be cautious, but it still sucks...
At least was able to quickly convince my father who almost died of pneumonia last year to only go out for groceries once a week for the foreseeable future.
My family had plans to visit NYC for Spring Break but we cancelled because we figured everything would be closed. Sure enough, Broadway shows are going dark until April 13th.
We were also planning to go to Disneyland this weekend but now they are closing the two Anaheim parks on 3/14 and the resort hotels on 3/16 until month-end. Disney has stated that cast members will be paid during the closure.
My sister hosted a foreign exchange student years ago and this person was going to come visit her in a couple weeks from Germany. She's pissed at Trump and hopefully can get her money back.
Again, most people (~80%) won't have any effect worse than a mild cold (some will have no symptoms at all from what I've heard), but the other 20% can have some pretty nasty symptoms according to this article. Most at risk of the worse outcomes are those over 60 and people of any age with heart or lung problems.
The public school system here has extended spring break an extra week and cancelled all activities until further notice. The extra week of break will be difficult on some families work schedules, though some may be told to stay home anyway.
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https://www.miaminewtimes.com/news/coronavirus-norwegian-cruise-line-leaked-emails-show-booking-strategy-11590056
Congress could rush through some sort of mandatory paid sick leave measure today, if they sit down, write the text, and don't get bogged down in layering amendments to it...if they *wanted* to.
I am pretty sure that once this all dies down, if it all dies down, then it will be back to business as usual on cruise ships. Maybe a slight hit but not much. We the people have the memory of gnats.
Huh? What? I didn't catch what you were saying--I was watching The Voice.
The local branch of the Anti-social support group decided to cancel it's meetings until further notice because of the Corona virus. Of course nobody ever showed up for a meeting anyway so it was just precautionary.
Not to mention the inevitable bailout. You know, the same type of bailout that was such a Communist thing to do when Obama did it for GM?
Cruise ships might not be able to get bailouts most of them hail from tax exempt countries to save on taxes and labor laws. No need to be incorporated here when there's extra cash to be made amirite.
Edit: Parents were also instructed to take their children to a health-care professional if they exhibit flu-like symptoms, for evaluation.
Well the adults in the room tried but....
"Senate GOP Blocks Emergency Paid Sick Leave Bill From Moving Forward
The legislation put forth by Democrats would guarantee 14 days of paid leave for workers affected by the coronavirus outbreak."
https://www.huffpost.com/us/entry/us_5e691016c5b68d61645ebff9?ncid=engmodushpmg00000004
It seems Dems want employer mandated sick leave while the Republican wants government paid sick leave (socialism). Oh how the turntables.
The Democrats torpedo their best chance to get everything they've ever wanted since I've been able to vote, and the Republicans want to spend my tax dollars to allow people to stay home from work.
I feel like I've just been teleported to the Bizarro world...
https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/11/health/coronavirus-cold-allergies-flu-difference-symptoms-wellness-trnd/index.html
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Actor Tom Hanks, known as Forrest Gump and for many other iconic roles, has tested positive for Coronavirus along with his wife.
The NBA has cancelled the rest of it's season.
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This statistically anomalous event is precipitating other statistically anomalous events. Like @jjstraka34 earlier, I am uncertain exactly where this goes now but I suspect some form of martial law or mass enforced quarantines and the prevention of any large gatherings of people for any purpose (large in this sense being "more than 100").
Unless the government starts doing something drastic, we are currently going the route of italy, which for the most part ignored it and pretended the flu was worse and now one of the most infected countries outside of China.
I'm just saying, this is how zombie apocalypse movies start xD
https://medium.com/@tomaspueyo/coronavirus-act-today-or-people-will-die-f4d3d9cd99ca
At least was able to quickly convince my father who almost died of pneumonia last year to only go out for groceries once a week for the foreseeable future.
We were also planning to go to Disneyland this weekend but now they are closing the two Anaheim parks on 3/14 and the resort hotels on 3/16 until month-end. Disney has stated that cast members will be paid during the closure.
We are now being led to believe that this virus can do permanent damage to the lungs...
Sars and Mers did this, but neither of them travelled anywhere close to how COVID19 travels.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8101383/Shocking-X-ray-images-coronavirus-does-victims-lungs.html
https://www.google.com/amp/s/api.nationalgeographic.com/distribution/public/amp/science/2020/02/here-is-what-coronavirus-does-to-the-body
Again, most people (~80%) won't have any effect worse than a mild cold (some will have no symptoms at all from what I've heard), but the other 20% can have some pretty nasty symptoms according to this article. Most at risk of the worse outcomes are those over 60 and people of any age with heart or lung problems.