It ’ s Anti-Nike Time

I know everyone is tired of coronavirus and all the restrictions its placed on our lives. And I know everyone is getting excited about those restrictions being lessened at last. But I have an important message for my little corner of the world (patients, family, and friends): It’s Anti-Nike time. JUST DON’T DO IT!Just because restaurants are opening back up for indoor dining, DON’T DO IT! Just because gatherings are now sanctioned, DON’T DO IT! Movies, museums, concerts, communal worship, all kinds of normal activities we’ve dearly missed over the last six months are now opening back up again. Please, JUST DON’T DO IT!The pandemic is not over. As people gather again, transmission will pick up and people will begin getting sick again. And despite our (very) slightly increased ability to provide supportive care for those who get sick, people will die. Probably a lot of them. Possibly more than have already died. And I don’t want that total to include the people I care about. I know you’ve been wearing a mask (at least I hope so.) I know you’ve been limiting your contacts with other people (I really hope so!) And I know you’re going nuts, and your mental health is tanking, and so on. Unfortunately, none of that changes anything. THE VIRUS DOESN’T CARE!! Just think about how much worse your mental health will be when you’re grieving the loss of loved ones, and how much worse theirs will be grieving for you!By...
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