[Mom MD]

I am working in a hospital tonight and the hysteria is overwhelming. People really need to take a breath.

[cgbg]

First case confirmed in my state (CT):

https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/coronavirus/danbury-hospital-and-norwalk-hospital-worker-tests-positive-for-coronavirus/

They work in two hospitals here—both in heavily populated areas. They live in New York state.

[cgbg]

Mom:

If hospital employees read my posts they would really freak.

I am predicting medical people will basically get drafted by the military under some sort of emergency order....no vacations....long hours....quarantine.....nasty stuff....

[NautiNurse]

Is hysteria from both patients and workers? I’ve been worried about this.

[knak]

I think when people see articles like the CNN one I just read, they tend to go into hysterics.

(CNN)Amid a coronavirus outbreak in the United States, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is encouraging older people and people with severe chronic medical conditions to “stay at home as much as possible.”

[Freedom'sWorthIt]

Thanks for your insight. Hope you can give more insight after your night of working at the hospital.

[fatima]

The people in charge are the ones to do this and calm everyone.We have 3 first responders and 2 nurses and 2 teachers in our family.The first responders have been updated to look for signs and don special gear if they suspect.Teachers are just waiting for the schools to close-you know it's coming.The nurses I have not spoken too.I was surprised to learn they have hazmat suits on the trucks.Just be aware and protect yourself.I love how they keep saying wash your hands like it's going to be your fault.((((Hugs))))

[metmom]

Is that from the patient’s or the staff?