Originally Posted by
homonculus
I agree that the risk was negligible. We are seeing 'younger' patients but I am not seeing 25-40 year olds that would pass muster to go to sea
What is of more concern is that they got in this situation. The US military have published a number of situations where they successfully managed outbreaks, and they do now have protocols to ensure this doesnt happen. May be the key words are 'completed a deterrent patrol' ie this is more than 10 months old.....
That would be concerning, but
since last March SSBN crews have self isolated prior to patrol. Precautions are also taken to protect other crews - such as those mentioned
here.