Use of R value in easing lock down
Currently the R value is one of the main indices for easing lockdown. It is skewed upwards in Scotland due to the high infection rate in care homes. This is not representative of the wider community where the R value of the infection rate is significantly lower. In Scotland we are being kept in stricter lockdown because of an artificially elevated R value. It is relatively easy to isolate care homes both staff and patients and allow the rest of the population to resume a more normal lifestyle.
Why the contribution is important
For the greater good of society, the economy, education and our mental and physical health and welfare.
by Jock52 on May 11, 2020 at 09:28AM
Posted by dmcmanus55 May 11, 2020 at 09:40
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Posted by JillPowlettBrown May 11, 2020 at 09:51
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Posted by MikeJohnston May 11, 2020 at 09:55
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Posted by KMR May 11, 2020 at 09:59
Perhaps that has been factored in to the R number already?
Why would the Government extend the lockdown unless it was absolutely necessary? SG is fully aware of impact on people, business, the economy. They are putting people's lives first.
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Posted by KMR May 11, 2020 at 10:00
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Posted by Kgal May 11, 2020 at 21:44
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