by Paul Waldmiller
Did you know since the beginning of time, millions of people from around the world have died from viruses?
– In the Middle Ages, it is estimated that between 75 to 200 million people died from the Black Plague.
– It is estimated that over 500 million people world-wide have died from smallpox
– Measles affects approximately 20 million people, world-wide per year. In 1980, 2.6 million people died from Measles. In 1990, 545,000 died. Deaths from Measles increased from 2017 to 2019 due to what has been determined in the decreased number of people being immunized.
Today, we have a new and emerging virus. The Coronavirus which has been determined to have started in mainland China, has been rapidly growing world-wide despite many governments, including the Chinese Government taking strict actions to control it.
Here in Florida we have one person possibly testing positive for the Coronavirus. The State of Florida is not releasing that information, but it appears the State is taking the Coronavirus very serious as are also hospitals. A quarantine station has been put into place at the Miami International Airport and is staffed by the Center for Disease Control. Unfortunately, however, local health departments are remaining silent regarding who is infected and or what specific efforts are being undertaken by Florida officials to ensure the public safety and keep the Coronavirus from contaminating Florida residents.
No matter where you live, it would benefit everyone to utilize the suggested CDC list of actions to prevent the Corona or any other virus.
I’ve listed them here:
– Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
– If soap and water are not available, use alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
– Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
– Avoid contact with people are sick.
– Stay at home when you are sick.
– Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
– Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.