Originally Posted by
cyril evans awaydays
Morg, don't know if you are being deliberately obtuse on this one. One of the criteria for an HCID is as you state an enhanced individual, population and system response to ensure it is managed effectively, efficiently and safely. That doesn't mean that other viruses not classified as HCIDs don't need such a response.
The Gov.UK site you quote goes on to say:
The need to have a national, coordinated response remains, but this is being met by the government’s COVID-19 response. That response requires:
Washing your hands properly.
Staying at a distance of 6 feet (2 meters) from other people (social distancing).
Stay at home until you absolutely need to go out for important stuff like food, work or health reasons.
Follow respiratory hygiene - use a tissue or the bend of your elbow to cough or sneeze. Discard the tissue properly after use.
Do not touch your mouth, eyes, ears or nose.
See why people are less than convinced by your argument?