few countries are marching on as the global pandemic creates fear in a few epicentres like Europe, the UK, the USA, and India. Is the fear of the COVID-19 a real danger or is it just fear? What are the facts?
The fact is that the virus is not wiping out thousands of people instantly. Old people over 65 or 70, having underlying health conditions are succumbing to the infection. A few minutes back, I heard that another COVID- 19 death was recorded in Karnataka, India where I live. I was not surprised that the death was of an 80-year-old. Most people that are falling prey to the Coronavirus are elderly or sick. It is very difficult to find young healthy people becoming victims of the virus. Of course, young people are getting infected but they are recovering if they have a good immune system. Those who have developed panic and fear of the virus, may cause their own death if not to COVID-19, then to their own stress and anxiety.
Today, more than ever before, we can clearly differentiate between fear and danger. Coronavirus is a fear. It is not a real danger. If we compare our medical facilities today to 100 years back, we are far better prepared. Technology and supply chain, along with efficient communication and sharing of best medical practices, can easily contain and control Coronavirus. This is provided we don’t let our fear