The Santa Clara County Public Health Department has now declared a health emergency in the area as numerous new accounts of (COVID-19) have spread. While several individuals have been diagnosed with the virus it's important to understand the size and scope of the issue in more detail. We know already that this virus could've very well got out and infected many others but have yet to show any symptoms due to the nature of its structure. This introduces a frightening risk if a SJSU student has the virus, is not show any symptoms yet, and is spreading it before being diagnosed.

Our mental and physical health should be held to the highest standard on any California State University and I expect that San Jose State will do what is right and responsible to retain their integrity in taking these matters seriously. Our health is paramount to all of us and that is why these preventative measures are necessary.