Consider the following scenarios that were recently printed in our local newspaper related to the spread of COVID-19:
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Going to work when sick.
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Not wearing face masks or not wearing them correctly.
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Traveling to COVID-19 hot spots and bringing back the virus.
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Sending children to school sick.
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Attending large holiday parties where unmasked people engage in close contact activities like dancing, singing, and sharing food.
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Gathering for in-person birthday parties with guests from other households.
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Attending large prayer group sessions without following social distancing and masking guidelines.
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Visiting grocery stores or other areas without practicing social distancing and wearing masks.
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Joining poker games where people sit too close to each other.
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Huddling too close together at bars to watch football games.
THINK PEOPLE!
These are clear examples of how this virus continues to spread.
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Recently, we considered ordering a to-go dinner from a local restaurant, but decided against it when we considered point #1. How many food handlers are working because they need the money, yet they know they are experiencing symptoms? Or how many cooks temporarily remove their masks because they’re uncomfortable to wear in a hot kitchen?
And how many of us have seen individuals wearing masks that covered only their mouth (#2)?
And those get-togethers (#5, #6, #7, #9)? Uncomfortable as it may be, we simply must take precautions — even when it’s family, church members, and/or close friends.
And game-watching at a bar? IMO, bars should never have been opened. Who’s going to take precautions after a few drinks?
Yes, we’re ALL getting virus-weary. But the only way we’re going to conquer this enemy is by stopping its spread.
Please. Do your part.
