



First, case-finding numbers in the US are likely to explode. DO NOT PANIC. This is allowing us to see what's already been happening, rather than indicating some new trajectory. A few assorted #COVID19 thoughts for the day:First, case-finding numbers in the US are likely to explode. DO NOT PANIC. This is allowing us to see what's already been happening, rather than indicating some new trajectory.

Second, this level of spread is not the Trump administration's fault. It was likely inevitable that we would see community spread in the US (most experts predicted it).



What *is* the administration's fault is that we were blind to it for weeks, and not actively preparing for it.

Third, WASH YOUR HANDS LIKE A MANIAC AND DON'T TOUCH YOUR FACE. Seriously.



And 👏STOP 👏BUYING 👏MASKS.



This is mostly a surface-transmitted virus. You're most likely to get it from touching a commonly-touched surface and then putting your hand to your eyes or mouth.