Coronavirus and Walt Disney World general discussion

[JoeCamel]

Does anyone know the level of staffing at the First Aid stations? I know they are staffed by licensed RNs. My one experience at Blizzard Beach, I only remember seeing one person though.

When I needed aid at the MK there was one person and she seemed to be from a different agency not WDW. No CM badge for sure

 

[GoofGoof]

The current administration, soon to be gone, will be blamed for everything going forward for years to come. Folks just got to think for themselves.. Right now the states can't get the vaccine to the folks who want it...

In the poll these people said they would never get the vaccine so nothing to do with current vaccination delays. How else do you explain that almost a third of Republicans in that poll say they will never get the vaccine? It seems pretty obvious if you believe what the administration has pushed you would probably be less likely to think it’s necessary. It’s a problem that needs to be addressed at some point. As @DisneyCane said if enough people hold out then we never reach herd immunity.

 

[Kevin_W]

Man, we gotta do a better job of getting needles in arms. People were definitely right when they said the vaccine supply wouldn't be the limiting factor, logistics would be.

Yeah, and I didn't believe that. There are so many smart people doing logistics (see: FedEx, Amazon, every major manufacturer) and we had so long to prepare I thought this would be a slam dunk. I was obviously very wrong - apparently not enough of those smart logistics people work in the medical field.

 

[SamusAranX]

If Florida is going to continually bungle this and a good deal of the populace refuses to take the vaccine, I wish they would open vaccination to any volunteers. Because I will take it asap

 

[JoeCamel]

In the poll these people said they would never get the vaccine so nothing to do with current vaccination delays. How else do you explain that almost a third of Republicans in that poll say they will never get the vaccine? It seems pretty obvious if you believe what the administration has pushed you would probably be less likely to think it’s necessary. It’s a problem that needs to be addressed at some point. As @DisneyCane said if enough people hold out then we never reach herd immunity.

I think the fear might be overblown though. Masks were so so compliance at the start but I see pretty good compliance now. I think the numbers are showing the need to wear them properly and not "cheat".
My hope is as the majority get vaccinated the minority, or some of them, will see the value in getting it.

 

[JoeCamel]

Yeah, and I didn't believe that. There are so many smart people doing logistics (see: FedEx, Amazon, every major manufacturer) and we had so long to prepare I thought this would be a slam dunk. I was obviously very wrong - apparently not enough of those smart logistics people work in the medical field.

Not really a problem with distribution but actually getting shots in arms around here. Ramping up quickly I think and hope

If Florida is going to continually bungle this and a good deal of the populace refuses to take the vaccine, I wish they would open vaccination to any volunteers. Because I will take it asap

I'm eligible but will wait a few weeks as I don't think I am vulnerable and hope they figure out the system in a week or so.

 

[Disstevefan1]

In the poll these people said they would never get the vaccine so nothing to do with current vaccination delays. How else do you explain that almost a third of Republicans in that poll say they will never get the vaccine? It seems pretty obvious if you believe what the administration has pushed you would probably be less likely to think it’s necessary. It’s a problem that needs to be addressed at some point. As @DisneyCane said if enough people hold out then we never reach herd immunity.

Whatever label you want to place on folks, folks gotta think for themselves.

 

[Disstevefan1]

It’s funny that even today...you stick with this “victimization” nonsense

No victim, just stating fact.

 

[Sctble]

folks gotta think for themselves.

Or (call me crazy) listen to and put our trust in people -- flaws and all like the rest of us -- who have spent years studying viruses, vaccinations, and have a much better grasp on the complexity of what's going on than you or I would.

 

[GoofGoof]

I think the fear might be overblown though. Masks were so so compliance at the start but I see pretty good compliance now. I think the numbers are showing the need to wear them properly and not "cheat".
My hope is as the majority get vaccinated the minority, or some of them, will see the value in getting it.

We can afford to lose 20% of the population. We need 80% to get it done. The more the better but we will never convince everyone.

 

[DisneyCane]

There’s a lot of work to be done on the PR front. I know you don’t want to hear or believe it, but part of the problem is the current administration and their constant downplaying of the virus. In this poll 26% of Republicans say they will never get the vaccine with only 6% of Democrats and 14% of independents. That has to be at least partially due to the downplaying.

Americans willing to receive COVID-19 vaccine but divided on timing: POLL

A strong majority of Americans are inclined to get the coronavirus vaccine but are divided over exactly when, a new ABC News/Ipsos Poll released Monday finds.

abcnews.go.com

The interesting thing is that in my small circle of anecdotal study, it seems pretty equal across the board.

 

[GoofGoof]

Whatever label you want to place on folks, folks gotta think for themselves.

What label? It was a poll and the people self identified as Republican, Democrat or Independent. They placed the label on themselves when answering the poll. I don’t disagree people should think for themselves, do some research and gain a better understanding of the vaccine.

 

[Heppenheimer]

It’s funny that even today...you stick with this “victimization” nonsense

No victim, just stating fact.

So, you have a time machine to verify the "fact" that people will blame this administration for everything for years to come?

 

[GoofGoof]

The interesting thing is that in my small circle of anecdotal study, it seems pretty equal across the board.

I don’t know anyone who is saying they would never get the vaccine so hard for me to say. My comment was based on that poll and others I’ve seen. I think to some extent it’s an urban vs rural issue. Urban tending to skew more Democrat and rural skewing more Republican. The virus has definitely hit urban centers harder so peoole may be more likely to want a vaccine. Same reason more elderly people want it.

 

[John park hopper]

So, you have a time machine to verify the "fact" that people will blame this administration for everything for years to come?

time will tell and if the last 4 years is any indication it will come to pass

 

[TrainsOfDisney]

time will tell and if the last 4 years is any indication it will come to pass

If the last 4 years is any indication it will be well deserved.

 

[jmp85]

We can afford to lose 20% of the population. We need 80% to get it done. The more the better but we will never convince everyone.

Don't worry Goof, the other 20% have probably already developed immunity the natural way

 

[Miss Bella]

In the poll these people said they would never get the vaccine so nothing to do with current vaccination delays. How else do you explain that almost a third of Republicans in that poll say they will never get the vaccine? It seems pretty obvious if you believe what the administration has pushed you would probably be less likely to think it’s necessary. It’s a problem that needs to be addressed at some point. As @DisneyCane said if enough people hold out then we never reach herd immunity.

I hate to dip into this thread, but when has the administration said not to get the vaccination? I know some of the more libertarian types were really upset with Trump for pushing the vaccine. Since you made it political what percentage of Democrats are going to refuse the vaccine?

 

[DCBaker]

"Set forth by the California Department of Public Health, the guidance seeks to restrict residents’ movements further. What’s more it includes the idea that, “non-essential travelers from other states or countries are strongly discouraged from entering California.

“Amid the current COVID-19 surge,” reads the text “it is imperative that California take steps necessary to curb the spread of COVID-19 and contain new sources of infection,”

The advisory is called a “recommendation,” and replaces the previous, less-stringent order issued in November."

"It has three main points:

1. Except in connection with essential travel, Californians should avoid travel to any part of the state more than 120 miles from their places of residence.

2. Non-essential travelers from other states or countries are strongly discouraged from entering California.

3. All persons arriving returning to California from other states or countries should self-quarantine for 10 days after arrival, except for those engaged in essential travel.

The Health Officer Order is in addition to the state’s Stay-at-Home Order issued in late November which implemented a statewide curfew and requires masks in all activities where individuals will be or can be in contact with non-household members.

California’s new guidance came as the state reported a near record number of daily deaths, at 583. That’s just two fatalities below the all-time high of 585 that the state suffered on December 31. It came as the country at large recorded its worst pandemic death tally ever, at 3,856.

More broadly on Thursday, California recorded 35,385 new cases and saw its highest level of hospitalizations since the outbreak began last January."

New Covid-19 Travel Advisory: Californians Told To Stay Within 120 Miles Of Home

A new travel advisory Californians should avoid any non-essential travel more than 120 miles from their places of residence.

deadline.com

Here's a link to the guidance -

Travel Advisory

www.cdph.ca.gov

 

[DCBaker]