The aim now is to slow the Corona virus down

The aim now is to slow the virus down


“Containment” isolating the sick also quarantining their contacts
 is vital in fighting the coronavirus outbreak. But in parts of the U.S. and other countries, the virus has now spread past the point where containment can stop it.

So officials are pivoting to mitigation sweeping measures to slow the spread of the virus and minimize the death toll.

Italy has locking down the whole country on Monday, banning public gatherings and restricting travel nationwide. American officials aren’t anywhere near there yet, though Gov. Jay Inslee of Washington is warning that mandatory measures, and not just recommendations, may be needed in his state to keep people apart.

The State Department posted a warning Sunday that all U.S citizens should avoid traveling by cruise ship. All organizations are telling many employees to work from home, and houses of worship are limiting services.

Israel imposed a fourteen day quarantine on anyone arriving from outside of the country. 

Saudi Arabia closed off air and sea travel to 9

countries and suspended pilgrimages to Mecca and Medina.