Re:MWC 2020 canceled over coronavirus health concerns
by merqurio on Wednesday February 12, 2020 @04:48PM
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We have a good understanding of what's happening outside mainland China[1], and China seems (surprisingly) transparent so far. But it is indeed difficult to trust that they have reported 100% of the cases.
[1]: https://gisanddata.maps.arcgis.com/apps/opsdashboard/index.h...
Re:MWC 2020 canceled over coronavirus health concerns
by sundvor on Wednesday February 12, 2020 @05:40PM
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Yep, keep seeing how people use their freshly washed hand to pull open a door.
It only takes one person leaving without washing their hands for the irony to be apparent.
Re:MWC 2020 canceled over coronavirus health concerns
by sib on Wednesday February 12, 2020 @06:34PM
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This is one primary reason why I'm not a fan of the hit air blowers to dry hands (rather than paper towels).
Re:MWC 2020 canceled over coronavirus health concerns
by downerending on Wednesday February 12, 2020 @06:44PM
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Apparently they're also good for blowing bacteria around the room. But at least we're saving the planet. Hooray.
I don't think this is known or knowable at the moment. Hence the worry.
You are right that airports are probably a greater risk. Perhaps they should be closed. On the other hand, that would be far more disruptive.
As for basic hygiene, yes, we all should. At the same time, we all know that a significant fraction of the population can't or won't do this.
Edit: Here's the proper method: https://www.who.int/gpsc/clean_hands_protection/en/
A significant caveat is that the sink/restroom must allow proper handwashing. Many lack paper towels, for example. If you have to touch the faucet handle or the door after you start washing (which takes two minutes), the method has not been followed. It's harder than it looks.