Author Topic: Corona Thread |OT| Nu variant, who dis? (Read 1378133 times)

Flannel Boy · « **Reply #9480 on:** July 06, 2020, 10:35:42 AM »

https://twitter.com/MaxCRoser/status/1280066106179321856
https://voxeu.org/article/unmasked-effect-face-masks-spread-covid-19

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #9481 on:** July 06, 2020, 10:58:19 AM »

Ontario 154+, 0 Deaths!!!

nudemacusers · « **Reply #9482 on:** July 06, 2020, 10:59:30 AM »

https://www.instagram.com/p/CCRBThODPC8/

quarantine inspo

Flannel Boy · « **Reply #9483 on:** July 06, 2020, 11:00:18 AM »

https://twitter.com/_MiguelHernan/status/1280085205705871361

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Despite the high impact of COVID-19 in Spain, prevalence estimates remain low and are clearly insufficient to provide herd immunity. This cannot be achieved without accepting the collateral damage of many deaths in the susceptible population and overburdening of health systems. In this situation, social distance measures and efforts to identify and isolate new cases and their contacts are imperative for future epidemic control.

I think this put's Spain's IFR at around 1.2% (using official deaths only).

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #9484 on:** July 06, 2020, 11:36:36 AM »

Even my boss is wearing a mask now, makes me wonder what happened over the weekend to change his mind

Tripon · « **Reply #9485 on:** July 06, 2020, 11:41:00 AM »

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Now that Oregonians are required to wear masks in indoor public spaces to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, the state's workplace safety agency is preparing to handle enforcement.

Gov. Kate Brown ordered people to wear face coverings as COVID-19 cases continue to rise sharply in Oregon and elsewhere. She's warned that tighter restrictions on businesses could return if Oregonians don't take the mask requirement to heart.

Oregon Occupational Safety and Health, commonly called OSHA, is already busy investigating thousands of COVID-related complaints at Oregon workplaces.

Since early March, Oregonians have filed roughly 5,500 workplace complaints related to the pandemic. They have reported a variety of concerns, including worries about a lack of space between people and lack of protective gear like gloves.

OSHA officials had by early June already received some complaints about face coverings, including reports of employees not wearing face coverings at a furniture store and at a restaurant, according to spokesman Aaron Corvin.

https://www.statesmanjournal.com/story/news/politics/2020/07/06/oregon-coronavirus-cases-osha-enforce-gov-brown-face-mask-requirement/5363667002/

His bosses above him might have cracked down.

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #9486 on:** July 06, 2020, 11:52:45 AM »

Quote from: CatsCatsCats on July 06, 2020, 11:36:36 AM

Even my boss is wearing a mask now, makes me wonder what happened over the weekend to change his mind

You convincing your co-workers to do it and the implicit shame of not doing it.

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #9487 on:** July 06, 2020, 11:54:32 AM »

Quote from: Madrun Badrun on July 06, 2020, 11:52:45 AM

Quote from: CatsCatsCats on July 06, 2020, 11:36:36 AM
Even my boss is wearing a mask now, makes me wonder what happened over the weekend to change his mind

You convincing your co-workers to do it and the implicit shame of not doing it.

I can only hope. Dare me to call him a sheep now?

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #9488 on:** July 06, 2020, 11:55:57 AM »

Double dog or triple cat you.

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #9489 on:** July 06, 2020, 12:03:56 PM »

https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/trudeau-turns-white-house-invitation-amid-pandemic-71630584

Tripon · « **Reply #9490 on:** July 06, 2020, 12:55:48 PM »

https://twitter.com/thehill/status/1280165382494588928

Could also go in the world is burning thread

I'm a Puppy! · « **Reply #9491 on:** July 06, 2020, 01:08:27 PM »

So I can't say much, but I will say that I did take covid numbers and cross sectioned them with political leanings from the last election. With the exception of San Fran and LA the cases per 100k rate compared to red county versus blue county now? Exactly what you'd think. Just sayin'

Steve Contra · « **Reply #9492 on:** July 06, 2020, 01:15:57 PM »

After fighting with her family for about a month over a giant family reunion she didn’t want to go to was told the whole thing was being cancelled because of the virus. These are people who up until a few days ago believed it to be basically the flu, refused to wear masks and mocked anyone taking it seriously. Seems folks are getting scared finally.

Tripon · « **Reply #9493 on:** July 06, 2020, 01:30:45 PM »

Quote from: Esch on July 06, 2020, 01:23:28 PM

Quote from: shosta on July 06, 2020, 01:15:54 PM
https://twitter.com/markberman/status/1280125225271734277

These are contradictions. People aren't going to feel safe to do normal activities like work and send their children to school if they think are going to catch it.

Akala · « **Reply #9494 on:** July 06, 2020, 02:05:14 PM »

has there been any news on any further stimulus or what exactly the plan is for August or is it still all speculation and/or changing the subject?

Brehvolution · « **Reply #9495 on:** July 06, 2020, 02:11:27 PM »

"We think that people will learn to deal with the lack of leadership because fuck you."

Dickie Dee · « **Reply #9496 on:** July 06, 2020, 02:11:49 PM »

There really needs to be more emphasis on the long term complications from COVID, I think that will resonate with the under 60s much more since they DGAF about vulnerable olds and people with preexisting conditions.

Akala · « **Reply #9497 on:** July 06, 2020, 02:31:11 PM »

Quote from: shosta on July 06, 2020, 02:07:20 PM

according to rumor mills, Senate Rs are getting cold feet on spending more money

yeah this is about all I have heard. to be somewhat fair they wanted to 'see where we'd be in July'

but a lot of people's safety nets get cut in a few weeks as of now.

thisismyusername · « **Reply #9498 on:** July 06, 2020, 02:35:22 PM »

https://twitter.com/Phil_Lewis_/status/1279585586609885185

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #9499 on:** July 06, 2020, 02:39:10 PM »

Congress is out of session until the 20th, so don’t hold your breath for more stimulus

Himu · « **Reply #9500 on:** July 06, 2020, 02:40:53 PM »

Quote from: Stro on July 06, 2020, 11:53:54 AM

My sister has been sick for days, hasn't gotten better, I told her she needed to get a test before she's over here (where she has stored her shit) due to her at high risk grandmother or at home with our at high risk mom and she had already decided she was going to call her doc for a referral today. Our cousin's wife and kid are also sick and they also swear it's just a sinus thing. I also found out another cousin's wife had been very sick a few weeks back for 3-4 days and her work tested her a few days ago and she tested positive for antibodies. And he was just over here a couple of days ago

Don't let anyone not already in your home into your house! Not even family unless they've shown no sign of symptoms and have been quarantining.

Tripon · « **Reply #9501 on:** July 06, 2020, 04:00:35 PM »

https://twitter.com/bluskyz/status/1279896327892217856

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https://twitter.com/ReporterClaudia/status/1280231144231825408

Over 7000 tested positive in L.A. County over the weekend as well. No word on Monday's numbers

james · « **Reply #9502 on:** July 06, 2020, 04:36:42 PM »

Um so my school announced online semester and an hour later ICE announced all international students are getting kicked out

https://www.ice.gov/doclib/sevis/pdf/bcm2007-01.pdf

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #9503 on:** July 06, 2020, 05:18:47 PM »

Got an email from my school today

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As we prepare for the safe and gradual return to our campuses, the University of Toronto is taking several steps to protect our community and follow public health guidance. Earlier this month, non-medical masks became mandatory for passengers on the TTC. Recently, Toronto City Council approved a new temporary by-law that requires the wearing of a mask or other face covering within enclosed public spaces. Other municipalities in the Greater Toronto Area, including Peel Region have indicated their intention to enact similar rules.

While the new City of Toronto by-law does not apply to post-secondary institutions, the University of Toronto is moving forward with a similar measure that individuals who are in a space in one of our buildings that is normally publicly accessible wear a non-medical mask or face covering. Such spaces may include hallways, lobbies, elevators, meeting rooms, and other common use facilities to which the public normally has access. Toronto’s Medical Officer of Health has advised that this practice is “a necessary, recognized, practical and effective method” to limit the spread of COVID-19 and help protect the safety and well-being of the community. If there are material differences among any requirements that are put in place for University of Toronto Mississauga, members of the community there will be updated at that time.

The new City of Toronto bylaw takes effect on July 7. The new measures at U of T will take effect the same day. U of T will follow the same definition as the City of Toronto by-law, which defines a mask or face covering as a “mask, balaclava, bandana, scarf, cloth or other similar item that covers the nose, mouth and chin without gapping.” The measures would also apply to visitors and contractors in U of T buildings. Relevant signage will be posted.

As previously announced, all faculty, librarians, staff and students will receive two reusable, non-medical masks as part of their return to campus. More information about the distribution of these masks will be provided. Information about the use and care of your U of T non-medical mask can be found on the EHS website.

The mock up image they sent made it look like they have the school logo on them and look high quality. Probably not going to be that cool though.

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #9504 on:** July 06, 2020, 05:24:54 PM »

Does that apply to grad students? If so I might finally get a paper into a conference if all the steller international students can't get work done and submit. Thanks, ICE for pushing my mediocre ass to the top.

james · « **Reply #9505 on:** July 06, 2020, 05:31:15 PM »

Quote from: Madrun Badrun on July 06, 2020, 05:24:54 PM

Does that apply to grad students? If so I might finally get a paper into a conference if all the steller international students can't get work done and submit. Thanks, ICE for pushing my mediocre ass to the top.

The conference was canceled due to Corona dumbass

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #9506 on:** July 06, 2020, 05:40:32 PM »

All the conferences I know of went online this year. Also, a lot are still planning on doing in-person ones in safe countries next year.

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #9507 on:** July 06, 2020, 06:01:56 PM »

https://www.cnbc.com/2020/07/06/atlanta-mayor-keisha-lance-bottoms-tests-positive-for-coronavirus.html

james · « **Reply #9508 on:** July 06, 2020, 06:27:54 PM »

That's why I'm a top

team filler · « **Reply #9509 on:** July 06, 2020, 07:05:37 PM »

were they hot?

Nintex · « **Reply #9510 on:** July 06, 2020, 07:26:45 PM »

https://twitter.com/tomphillipsin/status/1280263705998041088

Soon added to the list of things nobody will miss Jair Bolsonaro

Tripon · « **Reply #9511 on:** July 06, 2020, 07:34:02 PM »

https://twitter.com/BrazilianReport/status/1280269227451129857

BisMarckie · « **Reply #9512 on:** July 06, 2020, 07:39:53 PM »

Quote from: Nintex on July 06, 2020, 07:26:45 PM

https://twitter.com/tomphillipsin/status/1280263705998041088

Soon added to the list of things nobody will miss Jair Bolsonaro

I will miss that I know the name of Brazil's president without looking it up

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #9513 on:** July 06, 2020, 08:01:41 PM »

https://www.nydailynews.com/coronavirus/ny-coronavirus-texas-jail-nueces-20200706-bi24or6c5jcazhfu76urumhx2q-story.html

97% of inmates at Texas jail have tested positive for coronavirus

james · « **Reply #9514 on:** July 06, 2020, 08:04:28 PM »

If Jair dies July is redeemed

curly · « **Reply #9515 on:** July 06, 2020, 08:09:13 PM »

Bolsonaro has been rumored to have covid like 5 times

Tripon · « **Reply #9516 on:** July 06, 2020, 08:52:23 PM »

https://twitter.com/NPR/status/1280303082967007232

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #9517 on:** July 06, 2020, 09:11:37 PM »

Pretty interesting that the last time that happend was Spanish Flu.

Joe Molotov · « **Reply #9518 on:** July 06, 2020, 10:25:29 PM »

Quote from: Madrun Badrun on July 06, 2020, 09:11:37 PM

Pretty interesting that the last time that happend was Spanish Flu.

I wonder what caused it then.

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #9519 on:** July 06, 2020, 10:40:37 PM »

China

bluemax · « **Reply #9520 on:** July 06, 2020, 10:47:38 PM »

https://sports.yahoo.com/dr-anthony-fauci-talks-covid-19-vaccine-timeline-will-one-arrive-in-time-for-football-season-021145789.html

Baseball, basketball, hockey and soccer all look less and less likely for NA, so I have little faith in football happening.

Tripon · « **Reply #9521 on:** July 06, 2020, 10:59:43 PM »

Quote from: bluemax on July 06, 2020, 10:47:38 PM

https://sports.yahoo.com/dr-anthony-fauci-talks-covid-19-vaccine-timeline-will-one-arrive-in-time-for-football-season-021145789.html

Baseball, basketball, hockey and soccer all look less and less likely for NA, so I have little faith in football happening.

Better get ready to watch some Canadian Football League.

Oblivion · « **Reply #9522 on:** July 06, 2020, 11:48:10 PM »

Quote from: Nintex on July 06, 2020, 07:26:45 PM

https://twitter.com/tomphillipsin/status/1280263705998041088

Soon added to the list of things nobody will miss Jair Bolsonaro

didn't he already have the rona like twice already?

thisismyusername · « **Reply #9523 on:** July 07, 2020, 01:07:10 AM »

Quote from: Oblivion on July 06, 2020, 11:48:10 PM

Quote from: Nintex on July 06, 2020, 07:26:45 PM
https://twitter.com/tomphillipsin/status/1280263705998041088

Soon added to the list of things nobody will miss Jair Bolsonaro

didn't he already have the rona like twice already?

You can apparently reget it, so...

team filler · « **Reply #9524 on:** July 07, 2020, 01:10:56 AM »

no ragets

BIONIC · « **Reply #9525 on:** July 07, 2020, 01:19:30 AM »

Quote from: Nintex on July 06, 2020, 07:26:45 PM

https://twitter.com/tomphillipsin/status/1280263705998041088

Soon added to the list of things nobody will miss Jair Bolsonaro

Assy (PBUH) will miss him

team filler · « **Reply #9526 on:** July 07, 2020, 01:20:55 AM »

bluemax · « **Reply #9527 on:** July 07, 2020, 01:23:30 AM »

So my roommate's employer decided to go ahead with moving their office location this week. They were supposed to do it in April but you know, pandemic, and then they were going to delay it to September but they pivoted and are doing it starting tomorrow. Today they "encouraged" as many people as possible (re: everyone who didn't show up is on the fake HR lady's shit list now) to the new office. 12 out of 36 employees showed up.

Tomorrow my roommate has to go to the old office and spend hours there packing stuff.

I should also mention I used to work at this place. How the fuck are they continuing to fuck with my life and I've been gone for almost 7 months!

BIONIC · « **Reply #9528 on:** July 07, 2020, 01:23:43 AM »

I guess the only way to find out is to unban him

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Nintex · « **Reply #9529 on:** July 07, 2020, 04:59:30 AM »

sooo after a week of having the shits and not feeling well I woke up out of breath this morning

It could be my asthma or it could be the 'rona or something else.
I have to go to the hospital in a few hours to find out what's what.

BIONIC · « **Reply #9530 on:** July 07, 2020, 05:06:49 AM »

Quote from: Nintex on July 07, 2020, 04:59:30 AM

sooo after a week of having the shits and not feeling well I woke up out of breath this morning

It could be my asthma or it could be the 'rona or something else.
I have to go to the hospital in a few hours to find out what's what.

Wow. Imagine living in such a socialist shithole that you can receive free world class healthcare whenever you start feeling the slightest bit of inconvenience

CatsCatsCats · « **Reply #9531 on:** July 07, 2020, 08:48:33 AM »

Hope you ain’t got it, ninty

Leadbelly · « **Reply #9532 on:** July 07, 2020, 10:35:36 AM »

Bubonic plague triggers health alert in China after herder is infected
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/asia_pacific/bubonic-plague-triggers-health-alert-in-china-after-herder-is-infected/2020/07/07/bfb8f874-c004-11ea-8908-68a2b9eae9e0_story.html

What is it about this area of the world? Most of the world's deadliest pandemics came from this area of the world, including the Black Death.

Akala · « **Reply #9533 on:** July 07, 2020, 10:38:34 AM »

Australia adjacent.

ToxicAdam · « **Reply #9534 on:** July 07, 2020, 10:49:27 AM »

Bubonic plague hits somewhere every year. You just don't hear about it because we were not in a pandemic.

Tripon · « **Reply #9535 on:** July 07, 2020, 11:05:44 AM »

https://twitter.com/wsvn/status/1280162226121453568
https://twitter.com/BillyCorben/status/1280332929613398017
https://twitter.com/CBSNews/status/1280519222335025153
https://twitter.com/BillWeirCNN/status/1280520988086734851

Steve Contra · « **Reply #9536 on:** July 07, 2020, 11:37:50 AM »

Quote from: ToxicAdam on July 07, 2020, 10:49:27 AM

Bubonic plague hits somewhere every year. You just don't hear about it because we were not in a pandemic.

yep. Madagascar has an outbreak every few years. This Podcast Will Kill You did an excellent two part episode on the plague that I recommend.

Tripon · « **Reply #9537 on:** July 07, 2020, 12:56:38 PM »

https://twitter.com/AnaCabrera/status/1280323258156531712

Madrun Badrun · « **Reply #9538 on:** July 07, 2020, 12:59:44 PM »

Same energy as lions, tigers, and bears.

Leadbelly · « **Reply #9539 on:** July 07, 2020, 01:36:48 PM »

Quote from: Steve Contra on July 07, 2020, 11:37:50 AM

Quote from: ToxicAdam on July 07, 2020, 10:49:27 AM
Bubonic plague hits somewhere every year. You just don't hear about it because we were not in a pandemic.
yep. Madagascar has an outbreak every few years. This Podcast Will Kill You did an excellent two part episode on the plague that I recommend.

Yeah. The article mentions Madagascar. Madagascar has had several outbreaks of it. It also mentions that the US has about 7 cases of it a year. The report is essentially just saying there is a potential risk of it spreading in that city.

This new outbreak just reminded me of the weird historical parallels.

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Where did the Black Death originate? The plague that caused the Black Death originated in China in the early to mid-1300s and spread along trade routes westward to the Mediterranean and northern Africa. It reached southern England in 1348 and northern Britain and Scandinavia by 1350.

I also noticed this article:

Coronavirus: Majority testing positive have no symptoms
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53320155

It says some of these people may go on to become symptomatic, but nevertheless it does give further evidence that asymptomatic spread may be playing a big role.

News:

Author Topic: Corona Thread |OT| Nu variant, who dis? (Read 1378133 times)