There is something missing from the calls for social distancing, namely, how long? It seems that most experts are saying it is just a matter of time until most of us are exposed and the virus works its way through just about everyone. Is there an orderly way to "expose" people and get them on the other side of the vulnerability?
And I don't ask this as a parent who just wants his kids to go outside and play.
My wife has Stage IV lung cancer, so I view everything I touch and everyone I meet as touching and breathing on her. I'll stay on lock-down for years if necessary. However, I'm thinking seriously about who we know who is likely to be exposed (friends in the medical profession, go on cruises, etc.), who might get the virus early, and then be available to help with her care once the virus has worked through them. Right now we are keeping almost everyone away from her, including lots of people who care deeply for her and "get it" when it comes to providing support.
If all she has is me 24/7, she will soon have a case of Cycskavirus that could be life-threatening for me!
At some point, we will talk with her oncologist about it, but for now I'm just wondering about the plan beyond the immediate panic and isolation. Getting Coronavirus under control must mean more than preventing its spread. It must also address management of its spread as it works its way through society.
P.S. She is doing well, not great, but okay. And she is blowing away all the horrible stats that go along with her diagnosis. 2-1/2 years and going strong thanks to "integrative oncology" that supports overall health, not just attacks cancer.
It really comes down to slowing the spread as to not overwhelm the medical fields.
The social distancing thing I think is about as 'orderly' as you're going to get for gradual exposure.
And I don't think it's been determined whether or not this thing works its way through and then people are immune or is known for how long they're immune for.
Hoping the best for your situation regardless. Life is amazing but it's also a ****ing *****.