States that didn’t lock down have low death rates. This doesn’t mean #stayathome is wrong, healthwise. AR, UT, ND, SD & WY are relatively unpopulated & behind in their time-courses. Besides, the goal is to reduce total deaths, not just the rate. Ask anyone who’s lost a loved one.
Not saying the #stayathome hasn’t been painful, especially to those who’ve lost their jobs. We need to open up ASASAP - as safely and as soon as possible! I’ve been suggesting ways to do that...
But here I’m compelled to point out flaws in reasoning, agenda- and emotion-free, which is what we scientists are trained to do...
Here’s the best site to compare populated and unpopulated states ✌️ covid19.healthdata.org/united-states-…
Totals can be kept low if the % infected remains low until a proven treatment or vaccine arrives.
