What was seeming to be new, this discusssion was several days ago, was the idea that early cases had been missed because of the multiorgan failure and overwhelming nature of the disease. That was what was wigging everyone out,,that they missed the beginning. And a hint that many cases had been missed. That is all I took from the conversation.
Yeah, I vaguely remember something about that recently. No one was paying much attention (including me).
Oh, and that virus was found in blood, feces, everywhere not just respiratory.
Most viruses come through the nose. Just don't date anyone unless they are nice and healthy. I catch colds from people whose children gave it to them. Blecch!