Beginning of a pandemic?
- Thread starter Gonz
- Start date
MrBishop
Well-Known Member
Update on cases and countries
As of today, a cumulative total of 1622 cases, with 58 deaths, have been reported from 13 countries. This represents an increase of 72 cases and 4 deaths since the last figures were compiled on Saturday.
The greatest increase in cases occurred in Hong Kong SAR. The additional deaths were reported in Canada (1) and Hong Kong (3). Germany reported its fifth case, and Switzerland its third.
WHO - World Health Organization
As of today, a cumulative total of 1622 cases, with 58 deaths, have been reported from 13 countries. This represents an increase of 72 cases and 4 deaths since the last figures were compiled on Saturday.
The greatest increase in cases occurred in Hong Kong SAR. The additional deaths were reported in Canada (1) and Hong Kong (3). Germany reported its fifth case, and Switzerland its third.
WHO - World Health Organization
madrin
New Member
I think the death rate on this, when it's all said and done, will be about the same as any other "flu" . Seems like they got a handle on it fast because it becomes so markedly severe in short order...
what kills , in terms of flu, is lack of medical intervention and support in the pneumonia phase usually....
...the influenza pandemic of '18-'20 was exacerbated by the lack of what we now think of as routine medical diagnosis/care...
what kills , in terms of flu, is lack of medical intervention and support in the pneumonia phase usually....
...the influenza pandemic of '18-'20 was exacerbated by the lack of what we now think of as routine medical diagnosis/care...
Got this from the school today 
Dear Students, Parents and Guardians
RE: SARS - Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome
The attached fact sheet from the Simcoe County District Health Unit provides information about SARS. We continue to remain in daily contact with the Simcoe County District Health Unit to receive information updates. The health risks of this illness are associated with direct exposure to someone who has symptoms and has been linked to recent travel to Asia or close contact with a known case. Our focus in the schools is on emphasizing preventative hygiene practices, particularly hand washing, for all students and staff.
It is important to note that the SCDHU assures us that schools can continue to operate without undue risk of spreading this illness. They have further advised that there is no medical reason to exclude children from attending school, solely on the basis of their having travelled to destinations in Asia.
We have been advised that some families in our area are under voluntary quarantine as a preventative measure to contain the spread of this disease. This measure is taken with well individuals as a way of monitoring their health. The identity of these students is private information that may not be released. Health officials are responsible for all notifications to families and others that may be at risk from contact with infected persons.
Pending any specific advice from health authorities, all of our schools will remain open
Despite advice that has been provided by health authorities, some parents have decided to withdraw their children from school as a precaution. While the board does not support removing students from the classroom under these circumstances, it understands and respects parents' right to do so.....
and so on, blah blah blah...
* trying to remain calm and take this at face value, but keeps reading between the lines and thinking of the Stand
Avery seems to be getting better...what he had seems to have been a cold...so far
Dear Students, Parents and Guardians
RE: SARS - Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome
The attached fact sheet from the Simcoe County District Health Unit provides information about SARS. We continue to remain in daily contact with the Simcoe County District Health Unit to receive information updates. The health risks of this illness are associated with direct exposure to someone who has symptoms and has been linked to recent travel to Asia or close contact with a known case. Our focus in the schools is on emphasizing preventative hygiene practices, particularly hand washing, for all students and staff.
It is important to note that the SCDHU assures us that schools can continue to operate without undue risk of spreading this illness. They have further advised that there is no medical reason to exclude children from attending school, solely on the basis of their having travelled to destinations in Asia.
We have been advised that some families in our area are under voluntary quarantine as a preventative measure to contain the spread of this disease. This measure is taken with well individuals as a way of monitoring their health. The identity of these students is private information that may not be released. Health officials are responsible for all notifications to families and others that may be at risk from contact with infected persons.
Pending any specific advice from health authorities, all of our schools will remain open
Despite advice that has been provided by health authorities, some parents have decided to withdraw their children from school as a precaution. While the board does not support removing students from the classroom under these circumstances, it understands and respects parents' right to do so.....
and so on, blah blah blah...
* trying to remain calm and take this at face value, but keeps reading between the lines and thinking of the Stand
Avery seems to be getting better...what he had seems to have been a cold...so far
Justintime
Guest
Avery'll be aight 
Martin, i'd stay away man seriously.
Martin, i'd stay away man seriously.
Aunty Em
Well-Known Member
You're talking about an illness that probably starts with cold or flu-like symptoms.... got any idea how many people are suffering from those at any one time?....
There is really no need for wide-spread panic at this point, just an awareness of the possibilities and the practice of good hygiene.
There is really no need for wide-spread panic at this point, just an awareness of the possibilities and the practice of good hygiene.
drkavnger99
Member
See this is what happens when you over perscribe anitbiotics! Err... when will our doctors learn not to perscribe it for everything!