As coronavirus testing expands, a new problem arises: Not enough people to test

The Washington Post ^ | May 17, 2020 | Steve Thompson, Image without a caption Steve Thompson Accountability reporter focusing on governme

[shotgun]

Just had my community test. I was pre-registered and didn’t have to wait, but the walk up/drive up line was long and non-stop.

Having a Qtip shoved up you nose until it almost comes out in your throat was not fun but it only took about 5 seconds.

[Wuli]

How to give a party, an open party anyone can go to, and only a few want to go. LOL

Let me see, how many people who had a flu bug at home anytime between last fall and April went out and sought a flu (Influenza) test? My guess is that 90+% not.

[cherry]

they’re probably tired of rounding up fake patients to wait outside covid testing areas for the DBM to make their propaganda...

[shotgun]

Washington State is opening up testing to everyone that wants it. I didn’t have any symptoms but I work in the original Washington hot zone in the Puget Sound and live in the Yakima Valley which is now the highest rate per capita on the West Coast.

I practice social distancing mainly because I can’t stand being around other people and it helps with my natural tendency for situational awareness. I only worn a mask twice, once to Costco a month ago and yesterday at Safeway only because my wife was with me and insisted I put it on.

[Wuli]

How to give a party, an open party anyone can go to, and only a few want to go. LOL

Let me see, how many people who had a flu bug at home anytime between last fall and April went out and sought a flu (Influenza) test? My guess is that more 90+% did not.

I guess most people not running out to get tested know that most people remain asymptomatic or have a mild illness, or have a worse illness but get over it. Those positive odds do not bring folks to a negative sounding party.

[SoCalCynic]

As of now, NY and NYC have no shortage of tests.

Of the tests reported by New York today (26,161) only 5% (1,250) were positive.

It's over, open things up!