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03-30-2020, 01:00 AM
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People still don't get it. They want to do this in multiple cities and have a police escort.
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ATTENTION FELLOW CAR ENTHUSIASTS!!!! I had a friend contact me about possibly organizing a cruise for all the doctors and nurses who are on the front line of this Pandemic. A cruise to show how thankfull we are for all their hard work. Now considering we can't do any gatherings over 50 people, we would simply stay in out cars and do a cruise and end at Hospital. If anyone is interested I'll do some phonecalls to hospital and maybe even a police escort aswell. What's your thoughts on that?
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03-30-2020, 01:47 AM
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Originally Posted by 6793026 You are right. There is a distinction between cover up versus burying _*insert whatever history lesson____. 99% of the countries have done both, in this COVID19, China did bury the first few doctors. No doubt.
The doctors are now proven heros and no longer guilty. Too late still.
Downplaying to a new low like what Trump is doing... downplaying masks are "not needed" when it's CLEARLY super helpful... is that lying? i don't know... just as guilty? I don't know.
We always have the man power, we can always put the army to man the phones to deal quarantine. It's really to leverage the best value to do what is needed.
As per Prof. Jack Lindsay U of Manitoba
There are differences between (Canada at least) Emergency act versus provincial and federal state of emergency.
-controlling movement
- forcing people to evacuate an area
-closing down public or private places
-the requisition of property
-power to search properties without a warrant.
The most critical one is the power to suspend rights during the time of the crisis.
My thoughts below: if BC has the right to take over buildings, i'm sure hotels are considered, but why has it not:
1) openness of area, ease of access, and mobility. which is why stadiums / conference centers are always first and a lot of the parks are being used first as testing center.
2) Private versus public sector. There are collateral damages when you access private property on state of emergencies like this.
MS versus Apple is a legit example, however, the core of everything is still made in China. China being still the most used for production is due to their ability to scale. I don't see China losing this round anytime soon. (Yes, Cambodia, Vietnam / Pakistan are still good runner ups). Mind was blown when you go to SZ + BJ and Shanghai; they are light years ahead of us on day to day app / payment / ordering / social accessibility functions. Heck 1 industry... Telsa is good, but there are 4 runner up who are in that sector that are just on par (if not equal). | Why you talking like a $0.50? This is RS last time I checked.
Same strategy... when I talk about point A, you just talk about B, and when I talk about B, you start talking about C.
Trump incompetence and lack of drastic measures is NOT part of the discussion. I was saying that China could have done a lot more instead of fucking burying it... and even AFTER they recognized that Dr. Li was wrongly accused BY THE POLICE FORCE, they didn't just come clean... they just changed the strategy and tried to pin this virus on someone else. NEVER admitting that they, the almighty CCP, could have done anything wrong. As a matter of fact, they went on to DEFEND the censorship in their statement... just lamented that it was used past the line. But where is there line?
As a matter of fact, if you want to talk about this point C, I can also talk about it. If you were Trump, and you have a good amount of trust on WHO, and their data assure you that it's nothing. Hell... Xi probably tells that to Trump on their private phone call. WTF was he supposed to do? Make a huge deal out of it and lockdown every major city in US? Oh, I'm sorry... this is not China, where it's not "what I say counts"... such a measure would never stand a chance to pass House/Senate or even court given the OFFICIAL data available atm.
And I'm well-versed in the Chinese tech. I have every major app you can name in Chinese market on my phone and use them every time I'm in China. But stop saying that they are more advanced than us. You know why they have those apps? Because of gov't surveillance and control. Do you think an app like AliPay can exist without major gov't backing (*cough*bribe*cough*) or serving a major purpose? This is the CCP we are talking about. There's only thing you can't imagine them doing, but not things they can't do.
Their new "4 Great Invensions": HSR, online shopping, mobile payment and bike sharing.
1. forced tech transfer from all major HSR manufacturers
2. Concept not new... Why basically only Taobao/JD left? cause they've got the connections. Foreign players can never compete.
3. AliPay/WeChat pay... China is so far behind in the finance sector vs. Western that I don't want to even dive into this. (just check the credit card sector in China) But if you really want to talk, this keeps people's expense history in check, and again, same opportunities never given to foreign players. And plz explain to me how is take phone out, unlock, open app, scan/be scanned faster than me taking out CC and tap? Oh, face scanning you wanna say? Yeah... they need interaction with your cell still at some point, I've timed myself ever since they introduced the functionality, tapping comes out faster every time.
4. Bike what??? They are a disgrace now.
They are so bad that the official medias have stopped using the phrase 4 new invention because of the amount of mocking they receive.
Finally, you can't see China losing this because you think all the western countries would continue to outsource everything. Maybe some who can't afford. But US/UK/EU... after an economical collapse, what kind of message do you think would get politicians most vote? Yep... the MAGA kind of message, to bring home the work positions lost. And what's faster than a fuck China policy?
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03-30-2020, 01:54 AM
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Originally Posted by ilovebacon I took the knowledge from a fellow RS member of how he wore an N95 and then another mask on top. I did that hoping to prolong the usage of the N95 mask by a day or two.
It's really hard to breathe with this on...
Can't imagine myself going for a jog with it on.
Just bought these and found out about the bad reviews..... hope it isn't as bad as it is. https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B08...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 | if you can find a Respro mask they're good, they were designed for cyclists/joggers in mind replaceable N95 filter inside, expensive though, and also hard to find atm, any mask with a vent will help though if you're planning to exercise with it https://respro.com Quote:
Originally Posted by SkinnyPupp | eh they've sanitized the building already, and supposedly they sanitize every few hours typically
ive noticed on amazon.ca anyway that they've prioritized orders, items they deem non-essential? get delayed delivery dates (even with prime) Quote:
Extended delivery time: We’re temporarily prioritizing the delivery of some items in order to serve our customers in need and ensure the safety of our associates. As a result, some delivery times are longer than usual.
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03-30-2020, 02:13 AM
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A few important take aways from this recent study:
1) airborne transmission.
2) imperative for healthcare workers to wear their ppe at all times when working, not only during patient examination.
3) quite possible this may not die out during the summer like many are hoping (myself included). https://www.independent.ie/world-new...-39083182.html Quote:
The two-metre social distancing rule being used to keep people apart may need to be four times bigger to prevent coronavirus from spreading, a new study suggests.
Currently, people are asked to keep a distance of two metres (6.8ft) when out in the community and many supermarkets have now stuck lines of tape to the floor to ensure adequate separation.
But a new analysis by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in the US has found that viral droplets expelled in coughs and sneezes can travel in a moist, warm atmosphere at speeds of 10-30 metres (33ft-100ft) per second, creating a cloud that can span approximately 7-8 metres (23ft-27ft).
The researchers also warn that droplets can stay suspended in the air for hours, moving along airflow patterns imposed by ventilation or climate-control systems.
Virus particles have already been found in the ventilation systems of hospital rooms of patients with coronavirus, which the team believes could have been carried on "turbulent clouds" of air.
Scientists said the research had implications for both the public and healthcare workers, who may not realise they need to wear protective equipment even when they are not in proximity to an infected patient.
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03-30-2020, 02:21 AM
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Originally Posted by welfare A few important take aways from this recent study:
1) airborne transmission.
2) imperative for healthcare workers to wear their ppe at all times when working, not only during patient examination.
3) quite possible this may not die out during the summer like many are hoping (myself included). https://www.independent.ie/world-new...-39083182.html | If only there was some way to physically block these particles from being released during coughing and breathing
Nope, the CDC tells us not to, so we better not to do that |
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03-30-2020, 04:22 AM
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im sorry if this is not allow, but i was wondering do shipping companies still working right now in canada or north america?
i been out of work without paid for around 2 month and currently i got some surgical protection masks for wholesale, was wondering if they are still working as well as immagration parts
my friend might be intrested so im asking a head of time (if anyone is intrested they can PM me too)
i never thought i would end up take this step, but man got to eat right? plus i dont know how long it would take in till everything will be back to normal?
very sorry in advance if this is not allow
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03-30-2020, 05:55 AM
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Originally Posted by 6793026 honestly, US has been hiding for a while too... We ALL saw this coming for 2 fucking months how crazy China had to shut down... but NOOOOOO....it's not going to happen to my backyard.... so government tried to keep in the back... EVEN when shit started to blow up TRUMP denied....
so yeah.. China did sort of kept others quiet, esp. the doctors from being a whistler blower... that no doubt is their fault.. but any other government is no diff just when each country is going thru beginning of the outbreak.
are we going to bitch slap all the other countries who hid any other pandemic too? again.. not bashing you just trying to think....
Spanish flu... was NOT from span.. Spain told another country they found a flu coming from France... but of course.. this 'discovery' came from Spain...but bashed against spain for eonss
swine flu... came from Mexico.
1998 h1n1... came from US pigs...
you know what's funny... if there was a global lawsuit... fine... courts are in motion...and then BAM... China discovers vaccine ...... HOLY FUCK...that would be ironic... | every world government = same shit different pile. When shit really hits the fan, all governments are about self preservation. Individual citizens are just necessary pawns in the whole picture, it's like sacrificing one ant for the entire colony mentality. I said it once and I'll say it again, democracy just makes us think we are worthwhile and can make a difference when in reality we're still worthless to them, while communism just tells us straight up we are worthless. People can argue all they want about politics, but at the end of the day, it's all the same.
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03-30-2020, 06:10 AM
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At least in a democracy, the people can get together and vote for change. In a commie country, you just get your head bashed in and your family tortured or disappear.
The difference is choice. Nothing has gotten bad enough for this to happen here. Thank god for checks and balance.
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03-30-2020, 06:51 AM
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Originally Posted by MG1 At least in a democracy, the people can get together and vote for change. In a commie country, you just get your head bashed in and your family tortured or disappear.
The difference is choice. Nothing has gotten bad enough for this to happen here. Thank god for checks and balance. | Absolutely. However living in a commie country for the past while I don't find it bad at all. As long as you mind your own business and don't openly insult the CCP, more ways than non, I find it much easier living than in a Democracy believe it or not. Of course the air is crap and food poisonous, but that's not really politics haha.
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03-30-2020, 07:21 AM
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#3035 | Where's my RS Christmas Lobster?!
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Originally Posted by Manic! People still don't get it. They want to do this in multiple cities and have a police escort.
From Facebook. | Again, not much risk to driving alone as long as you don't get into accidents.
That said, I don't get the point of this. Can possibly block ambulances from getting to the emergency rooms.
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03-30-2020, 07:22 AM
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Originally Posted by ae101 im sorry if this is not allow, but i was wondering do shipping companies still working right now in canada or north america?
i been out of work without paid for around 2 month and currently i got some surgical protection masks for wholesale, was wondering if they are still working as well as immagration parts
my friend might be intrested so im asking a head of time (if anyone is intrested they can PM me too)
i never thought i would end up take this step, but man got to eat right? plus i dont know how long it would take in till everything will be back to normal?
very sorry in advance if this is not allow | We are still getting deliveries from ups and Purolator.
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03-30-2020, 07:34 AM
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Originally Posted by ae101 im sorry if this is not allow, but i was wondering do shipping companies still working right now in canada or north america?
i been out of work without paid for around 2 month and currently i got some surgical protection masks for wholesale, was wondering if they are still working as well as immagration parts
my friend might be intrested so im asking a head of time (if anyone is intrested they can PM me too)
i never thought i would end up take this step, but man got to eat right? plus i dont know how long it would take in till everything will be back to normal?
very sorry in advance if this is not allow | Yup there are still delivery. However, it might be delay. Not sure if your order mask will be delivery since we ban the resell of PPE so not sure if they will check your package......
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03-30-2020, 08:40 AM
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Originally Posted by SkinnyPupp If only there was some way to physically block these particles from being released during coughing and breathing
Nope, the CDC tells us not to, so we better not to do that | Probably making that recommendation due to limited resources. They don't want people to go crazy after masks just like they did to toilet paper.
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03-30-2020, 08:43 AM
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Originally Posted by Manic! Retool? How do you expect a Dj, plumber or a person who runs a clothing store to retool?
Have you ever even run a business? | Well, since you asked ... here is innovation at its best. When this is all over and you need a DJ for your wedding or event, who are people going to remember? Vancouver DJ performs daily balcony set after 7 pm cheer https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/vanc...set-7-pm-cheer |
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03-30-2020, 09:04 AM
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Originally Posted by J____ Absolutely. However living in a commie country for the past while I don't find it bad at all. As long as you mind your own business and don't openly insult the CCP, more ways than non, I find it much easier living than in a Democracy believe it or not. Of course the air is crap and food poisonous, but that's not really politics haha. | Well sure you don't mind. Because like most formerly communist countries, China is a hybrid now.
I highly doubt you'd feel this way living there between between 1940-80 when the policy was work hard and get nothing in return.
And yes, the pollution and safety standards are absolutely political. Consequences of a system that is unaccountable to its people.
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Originally Posted by ilovebacon I took the knowledge from a fellow RS member of how he wore an N95 and then another mask on top. I did that hoping to prolong the usage of the N95 mask by a day or two.
It's really hard to breathe with this on...
Can't imagine myself going for a jog with it on.
Just bought these and found out about the bad reviews..... hope it isn't as bad as it is. https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B08...?ie=UTF8&psc=1 | We were told NOT to put on another mask over another N95 mask because it could use a break in the seal. That’s assuming you have a proper seal now. Find yourself one of those C-Lai Riot shield driving visors of you want to protect your masks from splashes. Otherwise the thing that’s going to kill your mask is the moisture from your own breathing.
I read something on saying you can “revive” masks by putting them in a toaster oven for 30 minutes at 70C/158F. Didn’t really read into thoroughly since I don’t keep the masks at work. https://www.reddit.com/r/COVID19/com...tm_name=iossmf
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03-30-2020, 10:22 AM
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Damn those C lais with full face shields be laughing at us now.
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03-30-2020, 11:40 AM
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Originally Posted by whitev70r Well, since you asked ... here is innovation at its best. When this is all over and you need a DJ for your wedding or event, who are people going to remember? Vancouver DJ performs daily balcony set after 7 pm cheer https://dailyhive.com/vancouver/vanc...set-7-pm-cheer | You are not hiring Neky the kid to DJ your wedding.
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03-30-2020, 11:57 AM
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Anyone know where I can get surgical masks?Trying to go out and make grocery runs but can't find any surgical masks for sale anywhere. They're all marked up and Amazon shipments seem sketch now. Any suggestions? Thanks!
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03-30-2020, 12:07 PM
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Originally Posted by yameen Anyone know where I can get surgical masks?Trying to go out and make grocery runs but can't find any surgical masks for sale anywhere. They're all marked up and Amazon shipments seem sketch now. Any suggestions? Thanks! | Mask are pretty sold out everywhere. YOU might be able to pick up from stores like Canadian tire or Wal mart or even some car shops but they are for dust only.
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03-30-2020, 12:12 PM
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Crap, I better not leave my N95 masks in the back seat in plain view. Get car broken into......... those things are gold.
I can always put a sign next to them, "I am infected. Go ahead."
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03-30-2020, 12:18 PM
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Originally Posted by yameen Anyone know where I can get surgical masks?Trying to go out and make grocery runs but can't find any surgical masks for sale anywhere. They're all marked up and Amazon shipments seem sketch now. Any suggestions? Thanks! | maybe try buying or making a fabric mask? if ppl are maintaining their social distancing, then it will help to prevent you from touching your face, as well as some level of droplet protection.
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03-30-2020, 12:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Manic! You are not hiring Neky the kid to DJ your wedding. | Everyone knows the gold standard of DJ Hotwax
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03-30-2020, 01:01 PM
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Originally Posted by MG1 Crap, I better not leave my N95 masks in the back seat in plain view. Get car broken into......... those things are gold.
I can always put a sign next to them, "I am infected. Go ahead." | Just put this on your window
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03-30-2020, 01:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Manic! People still don't get it. They want to do this in multiple cities and have a police escort.
From Facebook. | They should stay home and show their support by posting on social media and, if they can afford it, donating to a charity to that helps the cause.
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