Unsure what herd immunity or social distancing is? Here’s a coronavirus dictionary
4 years, 9 months ago

Unsure what herd immunity or social distancing is? Here’s a coronavirus dictionary

The Hindu  

It is on everyone’s minds. The amount of a particular disease usually present in a community, is called the baseline or ‘endemic’ level. When the epidemic spreads over several countries or continents, affecting a large number of people, it is declared a ‘pandemic’. Herd immunity When a significant proportion of the population is immune to the virus, the remaining portion is also indirectly protected, through ‘herd immunity’. Social distancing This is the act of keeping social contact to a minimum to pre-emptively minimise the spread of the disease, by staying home as much as possible, and avoiding crowds, public places, transport.

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Explained: Herd immunity and herd masking
4 years, 7 months ago

Explained: Herd immunity and herd masking

The Hindu  

The term ‘herd immunity’ has been bandied about in the time of COVID-19. According to John Hopkins University, herd immunity means when a population is immune to an infectious disease, it provides indirect protection to those who are not immune. Interactive map of confirmed coronavirus cases in India Also known as herd protection, this concept can be achieved in two …

Why America’s social distancing efforts have had ‘painfully slow’ results
4 years, 8 months ago

Why America’s social distancing efforts have had ‘painfully slow’ results

CNN  

CNN — It’s been over six weeks since New York closed schools and businesses and initiated stay-at-home orders to stop the spread of coronavirus. “We know social distancing is most effective when applied early, consistently and aggressively,” said Dr. Leana Wen, an emergency physician and former Baltimore health commissioner. “If you persisted with social distancing as New Zealand has, and …

Coronavirus: What is social distancing and will it stop the outbreak spreading in the UK?
4 years, 8 months ago

Coronavirus: What is social distancing and will it stop the outbreak spreading in the UK?

The Independent  

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Beyond social distancing to fight COVID-19
4 years, 9 months ago

Beyond social distancing to fight COVID-19

The Hindu  

I agree with Eric Klinenberg’s recent submission to The New York Times that social distancing, advocated by health authorities worldwide, as a means of combating the spread of the coronavirus, can only be a part of firefighting. Coronavirus | ‘Trace, test, treat’ mantra helped us control the virus, says South Korean Ambassador to India Shin Bong-Kil Spread in Sri Lanka …

A look into key aspects of virus pandemic
4 years, 9 months ago

A look into key aspects of virus pandemic

The Hindu  

There are a lot of scientific terms being bandied about during the COVID-19 pandemic. ‘Social distancing’ refers to a way of creating a barrier of physical distance between two or more people so that transmission of infectious agent can be prevented or halted. It is a traditional public health measure of separating people to curb the outbreak of infectious disease, …

Isolation is hazardous to your health. The term ‘social distancing’ doesn’t help
4 years, 9 months ago

Isolation is hazardous to your health. The term ‘social distancing’ doesn’t help

LA Times  

Friends gather online for a virtual happy hour. “You need to have as close social ties as possible when physical distancing is in effect.” Aldrich studies how social connections affect death rates after disasters like hurricanes, volcanic eruptions and tsunamis. “We have all these tales of people who only survived because somebody came to their house, knocked on the door …

Why social distancing might last for some time
4 years, 9 months ago

Why social distancing might last for some time

BBC  

Why social distancing might last for some time Getty Images Many cities have gone into lock down with people confined to their homes As countries around the world implement measures to keep people from mixing, BBC Future looks at the evidence behind why it is such a crucial step in the fight against Covid-19 and how long it may go …

Why Social Distancing Could Go On A Lot Longer Than We Think
4 years, 9 months ago

Why Social Distancing Could Go On A Lot Longer Than We Think

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING If and when the world sees a reduction in the number of new coronavirus cases, we may have the work of Neil Ferguson, a British mathematical biologist, to thank. most notably, large scale social distancing, will need to be in place for many months, perhaps until a vaccine becomes available.” By week’s end, U.K. Prime Minister Boris …

What is ‘herd immunity’, and will it slow coronavirus pandemic?
4 years, 9 months ago

What is ‘herd immunity’, and will it slow coronavirus pandemic?

Al Jazeera  

Debate has been generated about a phenomenon known as ‘herd immunity’ and whether it will affect the outbreak. More: Questions have been raised about a phenomenon known as “herd immunity” and whether it might play a role in how the pandemic progresses. Herd immunity refers to a situation where enough people in a population have immunity to an infection to …

Doctor’s Note: How to do social distancing during coronavirus
4 years, 9 months ago

Doctor’s Note: How to do social distancing during coronavirus

Al Jazeera  

The difference between social distancing and self-isolation and how to do each. Exact advice varies, but it does include things like: Working from home if possible; travelling only when necessary, especially on public transport or for overseas trips; avoiding social venues like cinemas and clubs; avoiding gatherings of large groups of people; restricting visitors; and, if you do go out …

Coronavirus tips: The do’s and don’ts of social distancing
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus tips: The do’s and don’ts of social distancing

LA Times  

Shoppers keep their distance while waiting in line outside a supermarket in Barcelona, Spain, on Monday. As health officials in the United States work to slow the spread of COVID-19, they’ve asked Americans to do one important thing: practice social distancing. Life without its interaction can be trying, but public health experts insist that each person’s commitment to social distancing …

How social distancing works and what it means for you
4 years, 9 months ago

How social distancing works and what it means for you

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Can my kids go on a play date? On Monday, U.S. officials recommended that older people and those with underlying health conditions “stay home and away from other people.” The U.S. is also telling people not to gather in large groups. “We’re not being told to stay at home and lock the doors,” said Dr. Willam Schaffner, …

Coronavirus outbreak: Health authorities prescribe 'social distancing' as way to keep spread of COVID-19 in check; what does it entail?
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus outbreak: Health authorities prescribe 'social distancing' as way to keep spread of COVID-19 in check; what does it entail?

Firstpost  

With cases of the novel coronavirus in India increasing to 114 on Monday, the Centre and state governments are doubling down on measures to curb the spread of the flu-like disease that has claimed over 5,000 lives worldwide and has infected at least one lakh people. With cases of the novel coronavirus in India increasing to 114 on Monday, the …

Social Distancing: What It Means And What To Avoid Because Of Coronavirus
4 years, 9 months ago

Social Distancing: What It Means And What To Avoid Because Of Coronavirus

Huff Post  

Cases of coronavirus infection continue to spread. “There is no specific number of the people to say, ’All right, yes, you can go to a gathering where there are only five or 10 people, for example,” said Muhiuddin Haider, a clinical professor of global health at the University of Maryland. “That includes a more aggressive concept of social distancing.” For …

Coronavirus infection prevention — what is social distancing and how do I do it?
4 years, 9 months ago

Coronavirus infection prevention — what is social distancing and how do I do it?

ABC  

As cases of coronavirus continue to surge in Australia, health authorities are advising Australians practise social distancing as much as possible to limit transmission. Key points: If you've returned from non-high risk countries, you should practise social distance That means keeping 1.5 metres away from other people, if possible Spending time in enclosed spaces like family gatherings or bars is …

Social Distancing: Places And Events To Avoid Because Of Coronavirus
4 years, 9 months ago

Social Distancing: Places And Events To Avoid Because Of Coronavirus

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Cases of coronavirus infection continue to spread. Many local governments have followed suit, placing limits on public gatherings as part of what’s known as “social distancing.” In California, for instance, Gov. “There is no specific number of the people to say, ’All right, yes, you can go to a gathering where there are only five or 10 …

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