Dearest Readers:
Do you find yourself constantly watching social media for the latest information regarding the Coronavirus?
If so, maybe you should train your brain to think of something else. Although I am a participant on social media (Facebook) I do not participate on Twitter or other devices. Understand, I am not criticizing any of these sites; nevertheless, I have spoken to acquaintances who were convinced, and I quote: “I read it on Facebook, so it’s got to be true.”
Wrong answer!
Do yourselves a favor. Focus your attention on the best sites regarding Coronavirus. For example, the CDC, Center for Disease Control at https://www.cdc.gov/
or
WHO, the World Health Organization — https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
Other sites I am familiar with and research their links are:
Mayo Clinic — https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/symptoms-causes/syc-20479963
WebMD — https://www.webmd.com/lung/news/20200310/know-the-symptoms-of-covid19
President Trump is conducting daily press conferences regarding the Coronavirus. Perhaps you should listen to his information too.
Nevertheless, we all should stay informed – not freaking out to the point we rush to the grocery store, WalMart, Target, or other retail stores – just to stockpile toilet tissue, paper towels, tissues, handwipes, antiseptic wipes — and on and on.
I understand some people may have several people (or families) living within their home, and some might be older or fragile. They could use these items. Some of us, including our family, do not need to stockpile. The only item we are missing within this household is antiseptic wipes. I confess, Saturday night at WalMart, antiseptic handwipes were out of stock, so I marched over to the baby aisles. There, I found Huggies handwipes. I bought one for each of our three bathrooms, leaving the remainder for other people to purchase. None of us had babies. Yes, I asked, please, if any of you have little infants, you need these handwipes more than we do.
“No, we decided to follow you over and get whatever we could find. No babies within our homes.”
These are frightening times, and the news media is really jumping on the bandwagon, after all, they believe “If it bleeds, it leads!”
I want to stay abreast of the latest facts and information due to the fact that Coronavirus appears to be a virus that includes the respiratory system. I have asthma. A couple of weeks ago, I stayed inside my home due to a slight wheezing. I used my nebulizer. Now, I’m fine. I did not have a temp, nor did I feel ill, I simply did not want to share my coughing germs with others. I try to be considerate!
As a writer, I prefer to check my research, resources, and confirm all of the information before I publish. I’m definitely NOT a fake journalist or media!
Please, during this Coronavirus epidemic, if you are sick, stay at home. If you have fever, you might consider contacting your doctor. If you have a cough or sneeze, PLEASE cover your mouth, nose, etc. and stay home. Yes, germs are everywhere, so we must be proactive!
Maybe we should all visit an online bookstore, or watch TV, after all, DirecTV has movies available 24/7. Entertain yourselves and your family by remaining isolated if you are sick. Meanwhile, enjoy your life. Get to know your family members and let us all remain healthy!
Remember:
Wash your hands frequently!
If coughing – cough into your elbow. If you sneeze, use a tissue. Discard!
If you have a temp – stay home and call your doctor.
May we all remain healthy. We have the methods to practice to keep us healthy. God bless us, Everyone!
Barbie Perkins-Cooper, Author 