Coronavirus spreads. But don't panic! (topical thread)

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And I believe the jury is still out on whether there will be a fall/ winter "spike". The received wisdom seems to that we're guaranteed to have one but how do we know for sure? The virus has only been in existence for about 8-9 months. I think it's more likely the US will steadily have a high number of cases until it runs its course (or the powers that be do something useful with all those raw numbers in the headlines).

-Teresa

I would imagine the concern is based on the fact that social distancing will be harder in cold weather?

Part of it is that colds and flu will result in mildly infected or asymptomatic people coughing and sneezing as well.

In normal times, yes, that's an issue. Many people are covering their mouths and noses with masks now though.
It'll be interesting to see what happens over the next 6-12 months.

-Teresa