Life has changed. No doubt about it.
The COVID-19 pandemic has effected millions of lives around the world. Not just in a way of daily living- wearing a mask, social distancing and washing your hands 100 times a day, but in a way no one ever expected.
The Coronavirus which took the lives of over 346K worldwide and 98K in the US, made us realize how our daily lives can be interrupted at any given day and time.
For the past several months, millions around the world have been on lockdown due to the pandemic which became a new reality for many. Going to the gym, having coffee with friends, retail shopping, running in the park, traveling overseas or eating out at favorite restaurants all came to a complete halt for fear of the pandemic spreading quicker and putting more lives at risk.
Not only were millions of unemployed people (over 33 million Americans have filed unemployment claims due to the pandemic) forced to stay home, but they were also forced to face something completely new- living with restrictions.
Being isolated from friends, family, co-workers and neighbors, having a curfew implemented and praying supplies will last until the stores restock the shelves again, puts life in a whole new perspective.
Not only have the lives of daily citizens changed, but also the lives of the millions of devoted healthcare providers who have been putting themselves at risk on the frontline 24/7 to help save patients fighting the virus.
“Because this is a new and mysterious virus, we are working everyday to seek new treatments, new ways of diagnosing and of course hoping a vaccine is available soon.” says Dr. Steve, a ER physician in NJ.
“The healthcare industry has to deeply research and explore COVID-19,” says surgical nurse Susan who works for a large NJ hospital in Central NJ. “Many of us were not prepared in handing the virus or what to expect from the outbreak. It was such a massive learning curve for many medical professionals and quite frankly, it still is.”
While many of the states being to slowly open up (with restrictions in tact) and businesses trying to get back to making money again, there is still a sense of apprehension among people regarding Cornonavirus who worry that another lockdown or curfew maybe in the future as certain medical experts are predicting another potential surge of COVID-19 in the fall.
“I don’t know if I can do another lockdown or quarantine but the fall season will surely bring in new cases but how many, no one knows.” says Mindy, a pediatric nurse in NY who was quarantined during the initial first weeks of the virus than was clear to volunteer to help with patients in NY. “It took a toll on me, my family, my elderly parents and of course my work. I will never forget what this virus did to the world but it’s definitely not over.”
As we head slowly head into summer, it will almost be like a “test” for many of the reopened states to see if new cases of COVID-19 are on the rise. If so, than there will certainly be a new way of living life at least for a while with constant mask wearing, social distancing and sanitizing which have become the new reality for millions, for now anyway.
Quarantine Time Almost Over
Feedback from my video listings have been terrific and greatly appreciated. As requested, I have listed a few more links to great videos to make the tail end of the quarantine enjoyable!
- The Gardening Channel With James Prigioni – with summer just around the corner and millions of people still at home, gardener Prigioni shows creative and interesting ways to build your home garden, outdoor yards and landscape decor. Get your gloves and shovel ready! https://youtu.be/MBIYebUgVVI
- Air Travel After COVID-19- With new restrictions in place now for air travel and with airlines slowly started to operate again domestically and internationally, travel expert Sam Chui does an excellent job in showcasing the new changes and what to expect when you travel. Huge fan. https://youtu.be/QZLZqGFV-nc
- Life After COVID-19- With so many restrictions to follow after the pandemic, which ones are good and which ones are fake and pure hype? Dr. Bertalan Mesko is the host of The Medical Futurist, a terrific and thought provoking channel on the future of medicine, healthcare, diseases, treatments and technologies. https://youtu.be/8lmRXXZ5dGA
- Fit. Fabulous. Fantastic- With summer 2020 coming up, many are getting ready to look good, feel good and get out!! FitTuber, is a great channel to learn what foods to eat to get and stay healthy, how to look your best and what brands to watch out for that promise to “transform you.” Excellent information here. I’ve been a huge fan for years. https://youtu.be/RUDi7gf-zF4
- Medical Information For Moving Ahead– With many states reopening at 50% and businesses and travel having strict restrictions for the next several months, people will look for COVID-19 updates and treatment information. MedCram – Medical Lectures Explained Clearly is a great channel hosted by Dr. Seheult, this information packed channel explains medical terms, diagnoses and treatments in easy to understand videos. I’ve been a avid watching now for 3 years.
The journey continues…continue to make it a safe one.
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