There's so much we don't know about COVID-19, and there are a lot of conflicting coronavirus predictions out there that can be scary.
But here is a thread of some things we do know, things that can help you right now regardless of what you think may happen in the future: 1/
But here is a thread of some things we do know, things that can help you right now regardless of what you think may happen in the future: 1/
Hand sanitizer is nearly impossible to find and is one of the best defenses against getting sick, period. But you can make it at home a couple of different ways, with things you may already have in your house. Here's how: wired.com/story/how-to-m… 2/
Coronavirus can be passed from droplets (like from a cough or sneeze), but it can also last on surfaces. How long? From up to 24 hours on cardboard to up to two or three days on plastic and stainless steel. Here's the research: wired.com/story/how-long… 3/
You're probably hearing a lot about social distancing and "flattening the curve." But what exactly are those things, and how do they help? Here are the most common coronavirus questions, answered: wired.com/story/whats-so… 4/
Whether or not you think Covid-19 is a passing fad, or the end of the world, the global panic could send you into an anxiety spiral. Here's how to avoid that while still protecting you and your family: wired.com/story/how-to-s… 5/
For a little while it seemed that maybe kids weren't getting Covid-19. But the truth is actually scarier: They do, but often don't show symptoms. Which means they could be spreading it without even knowing it. Here's how that works: wired.com/story/kids-can… 6/
Over 30 organizations are working on a coronavirus vaccine right now, but the science is pretty complicated. It has to be safe, and effective, and not create side effects that are even worse. Even a hyperfast vaccine is probably at least a year away: wired.com/story/everythi… 7/
If your company has gone remote, you might be driving yourself crazy at home. Here are some tips from our experts on how to stay productive without losing your mind: wired.com/story/how-to-w… 8/
I'll leave you with a hopeful thing: Some countries, like Singapore, prepared for an outbreak like this after H1N1 and SARS, and their preparedness is actually working. It could serve as a blueprint for other countries to fight off Covid-19: wired.com/story/singapor… 9/
