The Tribune

John 3 years, 7 months ago

Truth of the matter is there have been uncontrollable spikes around the world. Is this an intensification of the second wave, an isolated spike or the third wave? European countries are announcing additional measures, including the enforcement of face masks and Vivian distancing. And whilst the numbers are surging in New York for the first time since June, that state still plans to start face to face school today (Tuesday), while at the same time considering lockdowns of certain areas that have surges. And Florida, that has over 700,000 cases alone has announced that it is fully reopening its economy, including full indoor dining. Because of it’s unpopularity and the recent failed attempt, The Bahamian government seems hesitant, if not reluctant, to introduce lockdown measures. Even to areas of the population that is experiencing surged in Covid -19 cases. It can inn afford a full national lockdown again and even a total lockdown of an island like New Providence or Grand Bahama will push the country over the financial cliff. So what can be expected worldwide when the flu season is in full effect? What will happen locally when the government relaxes or adjusts its travel policies and there’s more travel between Bahama Idlands as well as more persons coming in and leaving the country , many to return after only a short travel?

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John 3 years, 7 months ago

Snd Donald Trump had again threatened to over rule ang regulations that are seemingly delaying the release and mass distribution of a corona vaccine. The medical experts say this will not happen and all vaccines must go through a full and complete test cycle to ensure they are, indeed safe. They don’t expect any vaccine to be mass distributed until the spring of 2021. Trump, on the other hand, believes that some testing measures should be bypassed and vaccinations should begin next month. Joe Biden feels that science should determine the release of a vaccine, not politics. But he also believes the government can do more to battle the virus, like enforcing the wearing of face masks nation wide as well as other safety measures

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ThisIsOurs 3 years, 7 months ago

Weird that Dr Minnis declared the threat all but over just under 7 days ago.

80 people dead from Minnis (as Minister of Health) deciding to rush the border opening with inadequate infrastructure.80 people, that's the size of a relatively large organization in the Bahamas...80 people

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bahamianson 3 years, 7 months ago

lol, Trump, is not a Ghoul. He gets work done . If he does something in record time, you say it isn't done right. If it takes long, you say he isn't doing anything. can't win with you. Give him credit for really working. this guy didn't mess around , he got things done. he may not have great social graces, but he gets work done. You can't deny that. Stop the Hate ! Or . do you hate him because he is that good. Remember, the Crack epidemic came from the Bahamas according to Joe Biden. This is such a stink statement!

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