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Like or dislike the Trump administration, but what the US did was actually provide a way to stop transmission by stopping travel. Weasel words from the WHO weren't "recommending" travel restrictions.
Ever the dullard, Morrison had to move. The USA have pincered Australia, who now have reluctantly applied a ban. "Self Quarantine" for Chinese Permanent residents of Australia sure to be effective /sarc
Isolation may not feel like a very effective measure, but with the current status, it is the one tool that exists. The great thing is, it is within the power of every individual to be the master of their own destiny. Now I definitely hope that the factors affecting transmission and morbidity become clearer promptly, in the meantime, we have choices.The Chinese recognise that, and they have tried to stop the spread. While the cases appear to be out of control there, even now, limiting contact for a period will still have a meaningful interruption to the spread, even there. It is incongruous that the rest of the world has any hesitation in taking the same action as the Chinese have seen fit to. There is precious little benefit to anyone in letting the situation deteriorate more, even if hesitant from concerns of global economic impact. Much like flight safety, if you think that the cost of prevention is expensive, try the cost of an accident.
Morrison; remarkable to imagine that he is the best of the best of the best...
Chris Martenson has a background in epidemiology, and with lab work supporting studies. He is very concerned with the current state of response to this outbreak and is not happy with the presentation of statistics on CFR in this case. With a suspected high R0 value, that matters to determine the need for timely response.
IC response doesn't mean shutting down the planet, it is taking action to control infection, and reduce unnecessary exposure for a period. That is not apocalyptic; we wear a rain coat and use an umbrella in rain, why wouldn't we take basic, simple precautions to mitigate a virus?
This is the last comment I will be making on the subject. I will respond to PM's only on subject. The authorities are finally taking appropriate action on the matter.
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