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Talk of the new coronavirus (COVID-19) is everywhere. Here’s what you should know and do to keep yourself and your loved ones healthy.Know the symptoms The new virus causes respiratory illness in humans, usually 2–14 days after exposure. Illnesses have ranged from mild symptoms to severe, including fever, cough, and shortness of breath. The virus is thought to spread mainly from close contact with an affected person. It spreads in the air, like flu, and through droplets from sneezes and coughs. The droplets can stay suspended in the air and can land on surfaces that are touched by others. Understand...

Several weeks ago, an employee of the VA took home electronic data and his home was burglarized. (wonderful) The data included names, social security #'s and dates of birth (Fantastic!) Today I got a letter from the VA stating the problem and what they are doing about it. (That's good) The letter warned us if we notice any "suspicious activity" to notify the Federal Trade Commission (Oh boy!) Sigh. Only if the employee just followed the "established policies"! Anyway, here's to my SS#, my full name floating around the country/world for anybody to use as they see fit. Geesh. Here...