An interesting statistic I found, for those who 'have not completely lost their minds by now: as of today (4-3-2020),  .01 % of the people in Texas have the virus, or are recovered. Another statistic worth noting: as of today, .0003 % of Texans have died. These are totals since January, when the Trump Adm stopped flights from China.The MSM will NOT show you those stats, because some of you might realize they have been trying to destroy the US with their scare tactics. Does this mean this virus is not serious. No, but it needs to be put into perspective with reality.

2 hours ago, gringal said:

 

But then, Trump used to be a Democrat, si?

And, you used to live where?

2 minutes ago, Ferret said:

And can you answer the questions or do you just want to bash?

Check it out yourself, you claim to understand it.

2 minutes ago, gringal said:

This, from SenorGoogle: 

"President Trump supposedly wanted to have his signature appear on the coronavirus relief checks being mailed to people across the United States.

"Mr. Trump has told people he wants his signature to appear on the direct payment checks that will go out to many Americans in the coming weeks," the Wall Street Journal reported, citing an administration official."

Source: the Washington Examiner, according to Google.

Who did he tell? Any idea? The wind?

1 minute ago, Mainecoons said:

  Think of it in terms of what happens when you try and run something with a very bulky and divided committee.  What you get is a lot of squabbling and back stabbing.

 

Kinda like here !

3 minutes ago, Ferret said:

I'm not jealous of the U.S., never have been and never will be. There are many, many countries that I would rather live in than the U.S.

I prefer a country that takes care of all of its people.

I understand that a Governor has the say over his people but, do you think that guidance (read suggestion based on knowledge) from the top is out of place in this situation?

Flip side... when a country goes to war, can the Governor of a particular state refuse to send troops?

Thanks for proving that those jealous of the US do not understand a Republic and its division of powers. Perfect example of both

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1 hour ago, geeser said:

That quote is probably more correct than not. The situation with a republic is that each governor has the say over his people. Any attempt by the Federal government to enact such a rule would instantly see several states sue for relief. That is why FEMA is a helper and NEVER the first responder. The State is always the first responder according to our constitution. The people who formed this country did not want a strong central government they wanted the ruling government to be closer to and responsible to the citizens. President Trump may feel compelled to ask for a national quarantine  wo watch for the reaction. 

Lots of people here do not desire to understand our Republic, they just want to bash because they are jealous of America. That is just the way it is and they don't even deny it any more.

9 hours ago, Kiko said:

The pattern I see is chaos.  What is the pattern you see?

I posted that information for those not educated beyond their intelligence. I see you came across it by mistake. 

Maybe this will shed LIGHT on the hospital situation in each state. Check which states are prepared for emergencies and who fall behind. Some that are a little short on ICU easily have enough to cover with other beds they can convert, in several cases, so are not short at all.

See a pattern, or not?

https://covid19.healthdata.org/projections?fbclid=IwAR1LkiC25CT3YpAwPK24m_bNWg-dZ2aKq2XAFIEhh1x7SbCCtrOCZ2NhYNk

1 hour ago, RickS said:

Is there anyone being tested Lakeside? Where?

 

I would kinda doubt it, what with all the requirements you must meet, plus the blood work and chest x-rays you must first take to your doctor. I think if you are very old and have severe symptoms, the doctors might certify you for testing. Of course, some doctors here seem to like money, so maybe arrangements could be made.

Cal-o-Rex is great. 2 "D" batteries, last years. 

 almost no gas usage.

Try to wrap your head around this. Until there is an effective Covid-19 vaccine produced and given to you and everyone you come in contact with you will never be safe. Why? Because there are tons of asymptomatic carriers of Covid-19 walking among us who could infect everyone they come in contact with without even knowing they have the virus.

(Copied from another Ex-pat Board).

3 minutes ago, ComputerGuy said:

 Same applies here. 

That is not true. You are not paying attention to facts here, but aren't you a US basher from another country? Then, that is par for you people that do that. 

1 hour ago, Ferret said:

Go ahead, protect her and yourselves but you may want to give her an explanation so that she and her family can let others know (via text or cell). I doubt very much that any of our helpers are reading the same newspapers that we are and are aware of what is going on in the rest of the world. Certainly the Mexican government has their heads in the sand.

Rarely do I find a working class Mexican that has any knowledge of this virus. Wife's brother (civil engineer) and wife(elementary teacher) know almost nothing. Very few Mexicans of working class ever listen to news and weather on tv, or read that in newspapers. They just live their lives.

3 hours ago, Mainecoons said:

I found this to be pretty shocking.  U.S. and Canada aren't that much better off than Mexico.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=List_of_countries_by_hospital_beds&fbclid=IwAR0uaunF21mGcUtBg8mk9gt4lTkDun_w-9FQO8GLPj5wQIWT5Q6DMog3Jfo

Actually, if I read this correctly, I am impressed that the US leads all reported in ICU beds, which is what seems to be of significance here. 29.3 per 100, 000 is a Lot of beds.

3 hours ago, Mostlylost said:

Board rules say no personal attacks. Slainte39 seems to get off on me for some reason.  Gets annoying.

He get off by seeing that it bothers you. He's not worth your time, so don't waste it on him.

Coronavirus 'emergency'? Oregon police ask people to stop calling 911 because they ran out of toilet paper

16 minutes ago, johanson said:

I don't know what I should do, but I somehow feel safer here lakeside than I felt one month ago when I was in Seattle, just a few miles from Kirkland where so many old folks have died from the corona virus. I was lucky that I returned when I did (more than 14 days ago)

Every 6 months or so, I go to a Costco to buy this and that to include 30 rolls of toilet paper and several 12 packs of paper towels. I just did an inventory and I only have ten rolls of toilet paper and 6 rolls of paper towels  at the house here in Ajijic. (all from Costco, of course).

I had been planning to drive to Costco in a week or three and buy another 6 months supply of this and that to include TP and paper towels. But it sounds like it might not be such a good idea.  I hope everything calms down including my fear of catching the Corona Virus

I wish all of you the best of luck during this scary time for us "Old Farts" (that's what some of my much younger relatives call us old folks).

It's always your choice, but I believe that your area NOB was ill prepared(both local and state) and in initial denial at the beginning is why so many cases and deaths. I believe now they have caught up and things have quieted down considerably there. All areas and States NOB are not equally prepared to care for their citizens. With today's stats release, the US death rate is now under 2%, so that should show everyone that the US, because of fast actions, is getting a handle quickly on things. Still, those fewer deaths are older with underlying illness. Just older is not the main concern.

48 minutes ago, bmh said:

The fact is that AMLO is obviously putting money before the health of his country..Does not want to screw up the Easter business . Pretty sad really.

Wonder how they think the CV gets into Mexico? Gto is having its 'rally" soon and there are basically entries from  all over Europe, including Italy. 

The Coronavirus is just the flu, not the plague.
Don't let your FEAR destroy the economy.
Wash your hands and LIVE YOUR LIFE.

1 hour ago, Eric Blair said:

Any information you want can be found online. Why waste time asking people on a board when you can research it yourself?

I found this online.  

56 minutes ago, Eric Blair said:

Any information you want can be found online. Why waste time asking people on a board when you can research it yourself?

Would you be kind enough to tell the source online for the Chapala Governments and state of Jalisco Plans for what those who suspect they may have contacted the virus should do and how to seek help. Thank you.

11 minutes ago, mudgirl said:

That's an entirely false and ignorant statement. Mexicans also get parasites and get treated for them. You think all those parasite medications in the pharmacies are there purely for the use of gringoes? And no, all Mexican restaurants don't recycle everything, including what's on the floor. Your statements are racist.

Got that derangement syndrome still I see !!! Only real racists use that word any more. That dog don't hunt here any more. You know so little about life in Mexico.Live with and among real working Mexicans before you run off at the mouth. Kiss my grits !

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1 hour ago, MER said:

I have learned that the papaya seeds are one of the best remedies.
You eat 20 seeds am and again pm for 5 days, take two days off. 
Then you take oil of oregano for a week every three months.
It knocks out the biofilm.  This is good for the good and bad junk in the gut.
Then wash your produce in vinegar water.
I think it is a cup per gallon of water.
Those three will keep you parasite free.
Papaya seeds daily, oregano oil quarterly; 
wash produce in vinegar water.  
Never touch your face or put fingers in your mouth;
Wash your hand after everything and before everything;

On the negative side, I saw a restaurant recycling the butter.
They put out a small container of herb butter, 
afterward, they scrap the leftovers into a large bowl,
then they refill small containers and put them out.
that is a parasite passage;  

I eat salad and use the vinegar dressing
that disinfects everything.
I am never touching the butter again.

 

Evidently you haven't lived in Mexico very long. All restaurants recycle Everything you leave on the table, whether you have touched it, smelled it, sampled it, sneezed on it, dropped it on the floor, etc. Just don't think about it and enjoy yourself. After a few years, your system will get used to it and build up a "mexican type" resistance. Welcome to Mexico !  

I think it is the fault of the US President and his administration. They probably are selling lots of surplus high powered arms to these cartels. If not, must be the previous administration, where everyone's son is protected from everything.