Comments on: First Cases Of Covid-19 In Bermuda Confirmed

By: Robert L. DeSouza

Robert L. DeSouza — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 13:10:55 +0000

I really have a problem with this , the situation requires full compliance to the protective orders set down . but to be nonchalant attitude putting all of the rest of us at risk. There should be in place automatic quarantine for any and all who arrive to our shores regardless how ship , air or eve yacht . It seems to me the Health minister is chasing his tail . Make protective decisions needed or not , they can always be removed .

By: Joe Bloggs

Joe Bloggs — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 10:43:14 +0000

“Agreed. We need to know which flights otherwise how are we going to track this, isolate people and ultimately stop the spread.”

Oh, stop it! You know the Government has your best interests at heart, you do NOT need details of what the Government knows or how it knows it!

By the way, it is American Airlines Flight 308 on March 4 and British Airways flight 2233 on March 6. See http://bernews.com/2020/03/live-updates-coronavirus/

By: Micro

Micro — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 04:03:34 +0000

You can carry and transmit the Coronavirus and never outwardly show symptoms. This is something that needs to be communicated. Any persons that were in close or direct contact with these persons should be tested and the people they have been in close contact with.

This is why the rate in the US is exponential right now. People are carrying and spreading not even knowing they’re infected.

By: Alex Madeiros

Alex Madeiros — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 03:14:54 +0000

Government is doing all it can under circumstances new to everyone. Remember, there are places in the United States that still do not have ability to test.

I have attached a link below I think you may find very and informative. It is 16m but worth it and will shed more light on COVID-19.

https://www.ted.com/talks/alanna_shaikh_why_covid_19_is_hitting_us_now_and_how_to_prepare_for_the_next_outbreak?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tedspread

By: Alexander Madeiros

Alexander Madeiros — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 03:04:21 +0000

Well, you cannot blame Govt. There are still places in the US that do not have that kits. This is new to everyone and the best you can do is make the most appropriate decision at the time.

Sadly this virus has been spreading since Oct. 2019 hence the name COVID-19.

If Bernews allow, click on this link and listen a video about COVID-19 from Ted Talks. It is 16m but worth it.

What you will find, is what we are doing now, is simply too late.

https://www.ted.com/talks/alanna_shaikh_why_covid_19_is_hitting_us_now_and_how_to_prepare_for_the_next_outbreak?utm_source=whatsapp&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tedspread

By: Delaey Robinson

Delaey Robinson — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 02:20:14 +0000

As the premier stated there is an ongoing follow up to identify contacts the two individuals have made with anyone who is now in Bermuda. Now is not the time to generate wildfire speculation that spreads faster than the virus, nor to assume the mantle of government decision maker.

If the guidelines generated by the science are followed then it can be expected that rates of infection will go down.

Trust the government to provide enough information to support the population’s efforts in behaving appropriately according to guidelines.

By: Diane

Diane — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 23:45:01 +0000

Agreed. We need to know which flights otherwise how are we going to track this, isolate people and ultimately stop the spread.

By: Heavens Ache

Heavens Ache — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 23:31:01 +0000

seriously. cant people just not travel at such a time to prevent killing tons of people on a tiny isolated island?? good grief. we were doing so well and i was so proud. one of 7 countries on earth blessed enough to be clean. if its that important you come here at least make sure you dont have the virus before coming here! you realize these people could potentially cause mass deaths on the island, at a time when there is no vaccine?

By: sandgrownan

sandgrownan — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 22:46:13 +0000

Agree – key information

By: Portia

Portia — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 22:36:50 +0000

“Isolated SINCE they became symptomatic.” Which means they were walking around coming in contact with numerous people (at work, in the grocery store etc) and likely spreading the virus before they fell ill. Not good.

By: Destroyer

Destroyer — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 21:59:12 +0000

An once again precaution was never taken … they failed at checking on people who self quarantine cause they clearly don’t care for other people’s well being .. useless tactics to prevent it now let the nightmare begin stay safe people an report people who should be in self quarantine if you see them out in the public..

By: Infro please

Infro please — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 21:57:38 +0000

Can you let us know which flights? What dates? Airport workers need to know. Taxi drivers need to know when they came in.

By: YES

YES — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 21:56:20 +0000

This is great news!!! Soon Bermuda will shut-down and school’s will out!!!!!!

By: Thaddeus Murdoch

Thaddeus Murdoch — Wed, 18 Mar 2020 21:55:00 +0000

Thanks for having a sign language interpreter!