What have we learned about the Pandemic? We have learned a great deal from experiences that we have forgotten from the Spanish Flu a century ago, from experiments, and scientific research.
A century ago we separated ourselves from others and isolated communities from each other. Closing schools, restaurants and churches was one way to reduce or eliminate the infections. Sound familiar?
Sweden’s political leadership thought herd immunity was the easiest and most economical way to get through the wave. Without masks, social distancing, and lockdowns, Sweden has the highest rate of infection and death in the world. Sound familiar?
We can now see the virus, we can examine its DNA, and we can make and replicate vaccines. Anecdotal evidence shows how easily it is spread through the air and how long it can live outside the body. We know how to stop its spread with little effort. We know some service businesses will be adversely affected and the government can offset the loss of revenue and job loss.
If we now know all of this information why are we in such a mess? People are not wearing masks and social distancing. The state and federal governments aren’t enforcing commonsense rules and reimbursing workers. Combating social media and Fox Network’s effort to undermine efforts to control the virus should be the administration’s and Congress’ responsibility. It equates to yelling fire in a theater – which is illegal. Governments can not do it all. Most of eradicating the virus and saving thousands of lives lies with individuals being responsible. Sadly too many Americans no longer have responsibility in their character. Unfortunately, that is also sounding more familiar.
