@ Waterloo walk-in, they confirmed someone from Wuhan is here and sick. Handed out protective masks
Posted Feb 1, 2020, 3:24 AM UTC
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For the people who were saying "fake news" and linking to incorrect Twitter posts, please do not spread false information. That is wrong thing to do when people are concerned about a virus.
Here is another post showing the ambulance and PPE being worn to treat this patient. There is a concern because of the patient's history and presentation but at the time of this comment there is no results on whether they are confirmed to have the virus.
Please do not spread misinformation based on your own opinion of this incident.
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This hasn't hit any mainstream media yet. So I'll wait to see it there rather than just dive into the reddit rumour mill.
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This hasn't hit any mainstream media yet. So I'll wait to see it there rather than just dive into the reddit rumour mill.
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That's a report for a student at the University of Washington. Note it mentions the CDC test and the person who posted that tweet is in the Seattle area.
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Anyone who presents to any health facility with respiratory symptoms during peak flu season is asked to put on a mask. I suspect that if this person had that AND a history of recent travel to China or is in close contact with someone who has and/or has symptoms, then that activates strict precautionary protocols. That does not mean that person has Corona virus and even if they did, unless you're touching surfaces they've touched then licked your fingers, you should be fine. If you're not stressed about getting the flu, then you shouldnt be stressed about this.
I'll also add the flu is going around the university like crazy right now*.
*source: work there
Flu #'s are still peaking right now. Honestly, I'd be more concerned about the flu than this Corona virus. It's hitting young children and people in their 20's and 30's particularly hard this year. I know you've probably heard this 100's of times but it's true, good hand hygiene, keep your hands away from your face, keep your immune system strong by getting enough sleep, stay well hydrated and take some Vit C and D daily for good measure. Last but not least, get flu shots. Source: I'm a health Care professional x 35 years.
I should add if you do get sick, Farm Boy's Chicken soup in the big plastic tub is amazing! I don't know if they make it with bone broth but there's something about it.My family doesn't really like chicken soup but they've come to learn it actually DOES make them feel better. I have no affiliation with Farm Boy.
Thanks for the tip! I love farm boy and I might go there tomorrow