Embarrassment of the day: Ivy League panics and cancels basketball conference tourneys

Retiree wrote:

I worked in a government hospital for thirty years and have lived through all of the warnings and preparations for each new 'pandemic', some more real than others.

I was even in China during SARS in 2003, having to pass through a body temperature scanner at the airport after getting out of bed sick.

It is instructive to recall that in 2009/2010 the 'swine' flu epidemic affected approximately 1 billion persons worldwide and killed about 13,000 Americans.

Do you remember the country shutting down at that time after a media panic blitz?

And, that strain was unusual in that it was an equal opportunity killer of the old and young.

About 1000 Americans had died before the President declared a state of emergency.

Cool, so you understand why a novel coronavirus poses a unique threat.

Retiree wrote:

I worked in a government hospital for thirty years and have lived through all of the warnings and preparations for each new 'pandemic', some more real than others.

I was even in China during SARS in 2003, having to pass through a body temperature scanner at the airport after getting out of bed sick.

It is instructive to recall that in 2009/2010 the 'swine' flu epidemic affected approximately 1 billion persons worldwide and killed about 13,000 Americans.

Do you remember the country shutting down at that time after a media panic blitz?

And, that strain was unusual in that it was an equal opportunity killer of the old and young.

About 1000 Americans had died before the President declared a state of emergency.

Oh so we should wait until 1000 Americans die until we do anything? What’s your point? You’re an idiot

Harambe wrote:

Retiree wrote:

I worked in a government hospital for thirty years and have lived through all of the warnings and preparations for each new 'pandemic', some more real than others.

I was even in China during SARS in 2003, having to pass through a body temperature scanner at the airport after getting out of bed sick.

It is instructive to recall that in 2009/2010 the 'swine' flu epidemic affected approximately 1 billion persons worldwide and killed about 13,000 Americans.

Do you remember the country shutting down at that time after a media panic blitz?

And, that strain was unusual in that it was an equal opportunity killer of the old and young.

About 1000 Americans had died before the President declared a state of emergency.

Cool, so you understand why a novel coronavirus poses a unique threat.

They were all unique threats and decisions should be guided by scientific experience.

The response to this outbreak is reasonably characterized as a panic when compared to the

rapid and wide progression of previous outbreaks.

The profile of the those likely to die from this virus is that of every micro-organism: older and with underlying, significant systemic health problems.

20,000 to 60,000 die per year secondary to the seasonal flu(viral). Should we not cancel all large gatherings during every flu season?

I suspect that the death toll this year due to viral infections will be lighter overall due to the precautions or over-reactions taken to this new strain.

retiree wrote:

Harambe wrote:

Cool, so you understand why a novel coronavirus poses a unique threat.

They were all unique threats and decisions should be guided by scientific experience.

The response to this outbreak is reasonably characterized as a panic when compared to the

rapid and wide progression of previous outbreaks.

The profile of the those likely to die from this virus is that of every micro-organism: older and with underlying, significant systemic health problems.

20,000 to 60,000 die per year secondary to the seasonal flu(viral). Should we not cancel all large gatherings during every flu season?

I suspect that the death toll this year due to viral infections will be lighter overall due to the precautions or over-reactions taken to this new strain.

False equivalence, coronavirus is not the flu, STFU

You're getting a little sloppy here but what the heck. If I'm being paid to spread lies wouldn't the lies be those of whomever is paying me and not necessarily my own? Anyway, I'm not getting paid and exactly what have I said that would count as a lie? And how would I get someone to pay me to spread their lies here and pass them off as my own and what sort of money is there in doing that?

HRE wrote:

You're getting a little sloppy here but what the heck. If I'm being paid to spread lies wouldn't the lies be those of whomever is paying me and not necessarily my own? Anyway, I'm not getting paid and exactly what have I said that would count as a lie? And how would I get someone to pay me to spread their lies here and pass them off as my own and what sort of money is there in doing that?

Smooth, EXACTLY how a paid actor should sound

everyone here. wrote:

HRE wrote:

You're getting a little sloppy here but what the heck. If I'm being paid to spread lies wouldn't the lies be those of whomever is paying me and not necessarily my own? Anyway, I'm not getting paid and exactly what have I said that would count as a lie? And how would I get someone to pay me to spread their lies here and pass them off as my own and what sort of money is there in doing that?

Smooth, EXACTLY how a paid actor should sound

You are running out of material and getting very repetitive. But I appreciate being called smooth. That doesn't happen very often.

low life for life heartless wrote:

Yale named the men's champ and rep to the NCAA tourney. Huge blow for the athletes on other teams.

3/11/20 @5:08 ET

PRINCETON, N.J. — With further developments in the outbreak of COVID-19, the Ivy League Presidents have announced their unanimous decision to cancel all spring athletics practice and competition through the remainder of the academic year. Individual institutions will decide whether or not winter teams and student-athletes who have qualified for postseason play will participate.

“Please know that the Ivy League Presidents did not make this decision lightly. It was made in the best interest of public health, with the guidance of leading medical professionals. Although we are supportive of the Ivy League’s decision, we are heartbroken for our student-athletes who will not be able to compete in the spring,” said Peter Pilling, Campbell Family Director of Intercollegiate Athletics.

In accordance with the guidance of public health and medical professionals, several Ivy League institutions have announced that students will not return to campus after spring break, and·classes will be held virtually during the semester. Given this situation, it is not feasible for practice and competition to continue.

HRE wrote:

everyone here. wrote:

Smooth, EXACTLY how a paid actor should sound

You are running out of material and getting very repetitive. But I appreciate being called smooth. That doesn't happen very often.

You sound insane. You need to be medicated. I’m sure you know people, even though you lost your license

You're planning to keep going just to get the last word, right?

HRE wrote:

You're planning to keep going just to get the last word, right?

You've got endurance, I think you'll win that contest!

HRE wrote:

You're planning to keep going just to get the last word, right?

What do you mean?

One factor which may play a factor is the proximity of the Ivys to the Northeast, which is a major port of entry for international travel.

Whether or not the Ivy League's decision is morally correct or not, I'd had less of a issue with extra caution for schools located in Boston/NY/NJ (such as Ivy's / America's East) or California/Oregon/Wash (Pac-12).

On the other hand, if the SEC was taking the lead with cancellation, i'd be a little less supportive.

HRE wrote:

You're planning to keep going just to get the last word, right?

Greg, is that you?

everyone here. wrote:

HRE wrote:

You're planning to keep going just to get the last word, right?

What do you mean?

You know so much about me, I'm sure you can figure it out.

HRE wrote:

everyone here. wrote:

What do you mean?

You know so much about me, I'm sure you can figure it out.

Yeah I know you’re an old quack who used to talk to people for a living and now doesn’t because he sucks at it so hard. And instead of recognizing that me lashing out at you might be a manifestation of my own pain you instead insist on only heightening the level of immaturity on an anonymous message board. You’re not a good therapist now and you never were.

Kind of making my point about getting the last word. Okay. It's yours to have. People reading this thread aren't interested in this stuff.

The NBA has suspended its season. End of thread.

retiree wrote:

20,000 to 60,000 die per year secondary to the seasonal flu(viral).

Exactly. And we have fairly effective vaccines for the seasonal flu. Also, the Coronavirus mortality rate is likely much higher than the seasonal flu.

This is why people are being extremely cautious.