Bipartisanship is alive and wellHe's was basically told to STFU in the most bipartisan manner ever. He should next be stripped of all committee assignments and relegated to basement toilet duty.
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Bipartisanship is alive and wellHe's was basically told to STFU in the most bipartisan manner ever. He should next be stripped of all committee assignments and relegated to basement toilet duty.
I don't know why we care at this point. We should be focused on doing the right thing to protect the people here, not whining about China's government.
What is happening in China now is a harbinger of what's to come for us. If they truly are not seeing any new cases -- and that can be believed -- then we can see a lessening of infection in our future. But if the Chinese are lying and they're still being infected at a high rate, then that doesn't bode well for us.We care because it can be weaponized. There are two fronts to this war...the medical and the political.
What is happening in China now is a harbinger of what's to come for us. If they truly are not seeing any new cases -- and that can be believed -- then we can see a lessening of infection in our future. But if the Chinese are lying and they're still being infected at a high rate, then that doesn't bode well for us.
I'm not sure if it would be possible, but I'd sure like to see the politicians step aside and let the scientists deal with and inform each other transparently. Our relationship started with ping pong, fer cryin' out loud. Can't we set aside our political differences for a pandemic?
It looks like Abbott will have a test hit the market next week that will deliver results in less than 15 minutes.Why would we not want to test more sick people?
Many communities don’t have tests available to test persons who should be tested. We have no idea how many people have Coronavirus. Without knowledge we can’t make good decisions.
Are both of these numbers "per capita"?And the lowest number of tests per thousand people in the World!!! We need more tests!
It looks like Abbott will have a test hit the market next week that will deliver results in less than 15 minutes.
I have not researched the test but I see no way that this isn't good news.That's an antibodies kit. Its cheap as hell. It will only measure what you have, after like 10 days of infection when your body starts to produce antibodies both IgM and IgG variety.
The more accurate test kit's the PCR based kits -- swab and then send it to the lab and the results are out within 90-120 minutes. You can have the bug in your system for a day and the PCR kits will pick it up -- assuming the swab is done correctly, stored properly and gotten to the lab within a reasonable time. But there lies the problem, those variables.
You can use both but for different scenarios and patients, leveraging on their strength.
Both though tests have been available for a couple of months now.
I have not researched the test but I see no way that this isn't good news.
As with most viral tests I'm sure it's not foolproof.
I also think you are incorrect when you state both tests have been available in the states for 2 months.
How many times have you been tested?I wasn't referring to its availability in the States. Globally.
Anyway, with its incubation of 14+ days, most people will need to be tested every month until a vaccine is available. Who is to say I won't get it 3 months down the road?
Then regular testing becomes an issue of cost/affordability.
How many times have you been tested?
What type of test did they use?
Yah man. I am not even sure they are real. Paid Asian looking actors running around the country. I swear they looked more Muslim the last time I saw it on TV.
Nice backtrack, you are the one who was blasting the U.S. response by holding up China as an example of how great it is when things go into full lockdown. Now that has been shown that is a crock of shit, now you want to focus on the U.S. response.
Again: Test per 1000 peopleAre both of these numbers "per capita"?
Oh well, if there are 3 uncounted cases, you must be right - that must be why neighboring states have much higher numbers.Have you been to Kentucky? The backwater way they do things does not lead me to think these numbers are correct. My relative who lives near Kentucky lake (very secluded as most of Ky is) is convinced that he, his wife and 12 year old son had the virus 2-3 weeks ago but never were tested and are now fine. All his symptoms match up and he said even his pharmacist (maybe he is an expert, DWS) said it sounds as so.
Point is there are 3 potential cases not reported and I would bet there are many more in Kentucky that fall way under the radar especially if they do not happen in Louisville, Lexington, Covington or Bowling Green.
Brascher has done a great job of promoting himself (kudos to him and his marketing team) through all of this, lets hope when this all clears he can come through with his bold promise to restore the teachers pension and get all teachers in Kentucky a raise? Should be interesting.
You're way to defensive of your political side. I honestly have zero angle with the state of Kentucky it sucks no matter who is in charge.
I couldn't tell you what either Bevin or Brasher look like in a line-up. I have read that Brasher's is coming front and center every night at 5pm (couldn't validate this one way or another as I don't watch our local TV stations) which is a great marketing scheme. The Republican mayor at the closest city I live to, does the same thing and it is well know he does it to be front and center and loves the attention. Brasher is no different, many Governors and individuals with political influence have made great decisions during this and do not get on TV nightly.
I hope Brasher does a great job, I live close enough to Louisville and have friends who's kids teach in Jefferson County so I'm on their side. Like I said I hope Brasher can deliver on his promise, for the teachers sake and his come time for re-election.
You serious must think we all look and sound alike? Is there another Asian/Chinese here?
I have always used Taiwan, HK and Singapore as the gold standards for this pandemic. Never China. You do realise that they are all different countries right -- and not part of China? Maybe this is your problem.
I have always said -- the longer the delay in containment measures, the more draconian the solutions.
I live in Singapore -- next week is our 4th month in this malarkey. We had only 700+ in nearly 4 months -- all without lockdown, school closures or much restrictions to speak off --- until two days ago. Cinemas are closed for a month and restaurants have curfews, there is safe distancing at eating outlets. Incrementalism.
So if you think I was said that China's lockdowns are the solutions, you are either have poor comprehension or you better find that quote.
And by the way, has it been shown that China's draconian strategy is a failure? Their numbers seem to be pretty flat.
One "advantage" China has is that lock down takes on a whole different meaning there. Meanwhile we had idiots here partying on spring break. Again, not a big fan of Authoritarian states, but they do have a built in advantage to handle a pandemic.
One "advantage" China has is that lock down takes on a whole different meaning there. Meanwhile we had idiots here partying on spring break. Again, not a big fan of Authoritarian states, but they do have a built in advantage to handle a pandemic.
What is happening in China now is a harbinger of what's to come for us. If they truly are not seeing any new cases -- and that can be believed -- then we can see a lessening of infection in our future. But if the Chinese are lying and they're still being infected at a high rate, then that doesn't bode well for us.
I'm not sure if it would be possible, but I'd sure like to see the politicians step aside and let the scientists deal with and inform each other transparently. Our relationship started with ping pong, fer cryin' out loud. Can't we set aside our political differences for a pandemic?
One "advantage" China has is that lock down takes on a whole different meaning there. Meanwhile we had idiots here partying on spring break. Again, not a big fan of Authoritarian states, but they do have a built in advantage to handle a pandemic.
There should have been a communication/education campaign to build knowledge and reduce panic -- and build personal responsibilities for the long term. This isn't one peak and then it goes away.
Boris Johnson has tested positive.