In our lifetimes, most of us have probably never experienced a situation as rapidly evolving as COVID-19. For almost 3 weeks now, most healthcare settings have adopted the policy of universal wearing of masks. More recently, CDC recommended “cloth face coverings in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain (example in […]
How does “social distancing” actually work to control the spread of COVID-19?
Everyone has heard the term “social distancing” by now. Why is it recommended? Let us first consider how SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, spreads. This virus spreads in respiratory droplets. Essentially it is contained in the secretions sneezed or coughed out of the nostrils or throat or lungs. The thing with COVID-19, is that […]
COVID-19: should we panic?
No. We should not panic about COVID-19. When we panic, we become flustered and are more prone to making mistakes. However, we should be very concerned about COVID-19, and therefore remain vigilant and informed. WHAT CAN WE DO NOW ABOUT COVID-19? 1. Sanitize, sanitize, sanitize. Have hygiene is the cornerstone of infection control. Sanitize after touching […]
Sometimes you don’t know you are sick until you feel better…
So I am recovering from the worst cold I’ve had in a decade! I’m hearing from friends and colleagues that they were never sick from work until they had children! And my son isn’t even in daycare or school yet, so imagine what’s to come! Anyway, because I’ve been so lethargic I’ve been doing the […]