From WHO:
What is a contact? "Direct contact" or within 1 metre (about 3 feet) for 15 minutes (regardless of mask status).
Stay quarantined for 14 days. Testing isn't mentioned? Why not? Because negative tests aren't always accurate. They're a snapshot in time.
Does this mean don't bother to test? Absolutely not! Testing is great. But it's not a permission slip to have unsafe contact.
For the next 4 weeks we need to #StayHome and attempt to #FlattenTheCurve again. Right now it's a terrifying line straight up, but we can bend it.
This winter will be hard, there's no other way to say it. We have to weigh every action so carefully. But there's a hope of saving lives until a vaccine, or a reasonable public health system comes forward.
#MaskUp when essential work is required, but otherwise please, #StayHome
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Thread for protest health and safety info!
We'll be boosting prep skills and info for new protesters, but also some more advanced info for medics and affinity groups.
Help us add to this in comments or DMs.
Always packed and ready to go. Things can be added day of when time permits. During the summer many of us were at protests most nights, sleeping a bit, going to work, then back to the protest.
We learned to keep our bag ready to roll.
Oh good. A heatwave is here. Just what this pandemic insurrection police brutality marathon needed.
No time for lounging in front of a fan! We'll be fit testing our sweaty respirators and wearing helmets + protective gear at protests.
We can do this PDX, but carefully!
First, check in with yourself about health and wellness. If you're already struggling or recovering from injury it might be time to stay home for 2 days and let the heat pass.
If you're on the fence, take today to pamper yourself with extra hydration and rest.
We all know the basics: food, water, sunscreen.
Set alarms for reminders!
Check that sunscreen is oil free and doesn't interfere with your respirator fit.
Make a plan to hydrate for 2-3 hours before going out. Slow and steady rather than all at once. Your bladder will thank you.