Thanks for the replies, Misiu and Rock.
Very sorry to hear of any/all COVID 19 deaths, Dr. Rock, especially your associates and friends. There is no question the virus is a killer.
But at this point, it is a "knowable" killer with a mortality rate not much higher than a bad flu (per WHO infection and mortality numbers).
We have the statistics on who is most vulnerable, so just like in an any war, we need to tailor our preparations and response accordingly. We (the potential victims) need to know our risk level, and you (the Docs) need to know the best way to help an infected patient. Of course, doctors are also potential victims, so my hat is off to all of you med professionals who risk your lives every day for ours.
I think what the Johns Hopkins study proves - if accurate - is that, as a nation, we have reacted emotionally, not rationally. We're not alone in this boat, every country that locked down their economies are guilty of panic. Bottom line, if deaths in the USA show no spike in 2020 due to COVID 19, then we had - and have - no reason to destroy so many lives via bankruptcy, depression, suicide, and potentially seriously ill patients not being able to get the appointments and screening they need due to the COVID stampede.
May God bless and keep you both and your families as well!
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