Safest and worst places to go to during the coronavirus pandemic

 

It is crucial for people to understand how quick coronavirus can spread outside the home. While some locales have yet to enforce lockdowns, some have already made attempts to reopen businesses to the public. More often than not, this has resulted in a spike in cases, except for places which have handled the situation from the beginning. Once an epicenter for coronavirus, New York is now safely reopening, thanks to preventive measures that have slowed down the spread of the virus. Public safety expert Martin Lloyd Sanders claim that people should know places which are safe and those which have a high chance of having COVID-19. 

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Bars A bar is probably the last place you want to be in during this pandemic. It’s enclosed with often poor ventilation, the place can get crowded, and it’s often filled with people who talk in close quarters. Even though the staff may do their best to disinfect seats, tables, and bar stools, the virus can easily remain airborne, ready to infect other people.

Restaurants
Restaurants are generally roomier compared to bars. And if proper social distancing etiquette is followed, only about 25% occupancy should be allowed. People are only able to remove their face masks when eating and conversations, which could allow the spray of viral components are limited to a small area. If you are craving for restaurant food, it is still best to have it for takeaway. 

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Public parks
Public parks are generally safe, unless there is an unusually large amount of people congregating in the area. There isn’t really much surface area for the virus to cling on to and people can easily follow social distancing rules in these open spaces, making them some of the safest public areas you can visit during the pandemic, according to Martin Lloyd Sanders. Just be sure, to wash your hands and bathe as soon as you get home.

Captain Martin Lloyd Sanders, Ph.D., obtained his degree in zoology at the University of California and his doctorate from the Department of Immunology and Infectious Diseases at the Johns Hopkins University School of Hygiene and Public Health. Visit this website for more updates on the current pandemic situation.

Disclaimer: This site was prepared by Martin Sanders in his personal capacity. The opinions expressed are the author's own and do not reflect the views of the USPHS, the Department of Health and Human Services, or the United States government.