Busting Coronavirus Myths! [CC]

[@codieflo3776]

I'm a healthy teenager, so I'm not worried about me getting sick, I'm worried about me having the disease without realizing it and having no symptoms, then passing it on to vulnerable people who could possibly die from it. I mean, I live with my elderly nan, so I'm mostly worried about her, she pretends she isn't worried and is insisting that I stay with her instead of moving back in with my parents, but I can't help the anxiety that she could get it. Edit: By the way, thank you for the lovely informative video, stay safe, sorry about the anxious rambling xxx

[@codieflo3776]

@Knock Out Thank you!

[@ajbaker-lz8jn]

The fact that you are worried about others, about passing it on unknowingly, puts you above so many others...adults included. too bad more people don't think like you.

[@codieflo3776]

@@ajbaker-lz8jn At first I was worried about myself, I had this crazy idea that if I had it, people in suits would take me and put in quarantine in hospital or something, but now I've done a bit more research, I see that it won't affect me nearly as bad as it would to vulnerable people, so I'm more concerned about them than I am myself

[@islayed1234]

Me too

[@Bokatisha1234]

Coronaviruses can cause lung scarring. Worry about getting it. You'll live, yeah, but there's a chance at losing lung function.

[@rockercaterrorencountered4924]

my college is closed for coronavirus and I'm currently stuck at home with my toxic family. Please keep abused people and people who have bad home lives in your thoughts and prayers during this time. Many of us use social gatherings as an escape, and with them all being cancelled, a lot of bad situations will get worse. My sister and I are supporting each other so we're ok, but a lot of people don't have anyone to turn to.

[@SarahBent]

I'm sorry. Are their any other resources that could help? I am thinking of you.

[@rockercaterrorencountered4924]

@@SarahBent I'm ok for now. My parents were good enough to schedule a therapist appointment for me, so I'm hoping that doesn't get cancelled because of corona

[@annakatepoole8202]

This is not a ramification of the pandemic I had considered. Thank you for bringing awareness. Glad you have your sister to lean on!

[@emptyphas3s]

i am one of these people. i have nobody here to lean on and i’m just praying that this pandemic ends soon. today is day one i haven’t been able to leave and already i’ve been dealing with the usual abuse. i hope that you can stay strong. ❤️

[@spacecat_scribbles]

@@emptyphas3s hang in there, sending love 💕💕💕💕💕

[@ohheycrystalhey]

"How are you going to expose your lungs to the sun???" was so unexpected and has me dying of laughter, thank you Jessica

[@soleilmarshall8865]

Also,,, my mother is 100% convinced that sunlight and fresh air is going to kill the virus and I SWEAR im going to riot (peacefully, in my head)

[@jessicaoutofthecloset]

I support your peaceful riot 🕊

[@Wizipita]

Riot peacefully but out of your head. As a spaniard who hasn't left her house in five days, I can tell you, you want to stop this as soon as possible. Practice social distancing, listen to doctors. Please don't leave the house if it's not necessary. Riot.

[@VampireLestatTheBratPrince]

I never understood this argument. But then again, I’m Australian and we just got out of our extremely hot summer, so it’s clear that fresh air and 40°C days doesn’t help.

[@plantyrae]

@@VampireLestatTheBratPrince I'm in Florida and can confirm, does not help. Never understood that argument...

[@fridawarnemyr6025]

The fresh air part doesn't really make that much sense, other than that a high humidity makes the viral droplets drop to the ground faster. The sun part is more interesting, as the sun is known to be the best naturally occurring disinfectant, for things like surfaces, if said surfaces are exposed to direct sunlight long enough. This doesn't replace proper hygiene, hand washing and hand sanitiser, but it's very handy to hang clothes out to dry (if you're not allergic to things like pollen).

[@katiobrien7854]

I'm 71 and appreciate so much that people with large internet followings take the time and effort to help combat these sometimes very very dangerous myths.

[@riptobias]

"It's a virus, not a vampire!" Me: *giggles uncontrolably*

[@fuzzybuttkc8941]

One of the best quotes EVER!!

[@vandelieschen3761]

I think, I start to quote this every time my parents give me tipps, when I have a flu XD

[@adamaris1760]

"please don't glare at people when they cough in public. They may just have an allergy. Or asthma" YES!! THIS EXACTLY! MY MUM HAS A BAD ALLERGIC COUGH AND I GOT ASTHMA PLEZ DUN LOOK AT US LIKE WE SPREADIN THE PLAGUE!!!

[@aderyn7600]

Yeah same I got chronic non allergic rhinitis and basically always cough and sneeze.

[@Foxtrick]

me too!!! i have asthma and allergies, and i'm sick of people glaring at me. not my fault that i'm allergic to plant sex...

[@Ari_C]

I've got asthma and allergies and have been actively suppressing the urge to cough at work because of how people look at me! Once I didn't even cough I just had to use my inhaler and a bunch of people were glaring at me like fuck off I'm likely the one that's more at risk here yet I'm not treating you like you have the plague!

[@icrissa]

I just glare at people who don't cover their mouths when they cough, and trust me they're everywhere 😒. Like I don't care why you're coughing cover your damn mouth 😂

[@lifae]

This! And because we didn't have a decent winter, my allergies are worse than they normally are this time of year.

[@MiuBlaze]

I'm just baffled that people would really rather gargle bleach and eat silver instead of just washing their hands.

[@86upsmaya]

Good one

[@mexa_t6534]

Same with hoarding toilet paper.

[@Sylfa]

@@mexa_t6534 My stepdaughter couldn't get any toilet paper thanks to said hoarders... She and her daughter are now forced to use strips of cloth, and then keeping used strips in a bleach solution until she can do the laundry.

[@quirkyblackenby]

Sahar Siddiqi maybe they think washing your hands sounds too easy?🤷🏾‍♀️

[@sophiekerr8964]

Bit of a fun story I just remembered: I went to the doctor and was given a medicine called something or other acid, then my mum who was right beside me LEGITIMATELY ASKED the following question: Do you drink it? Yes, yes of course a doctor recommends drinking acid. I facepalmed so hard it left a mark.

[@bethlatham2349]

I've said before and I'll say it again.. "it's not that bad, it only affects old people and people with underlying health issues" People who fall into that category, such as myself, are valid and valued members of society too...

[@harmonymoxham1719]

Exactly. My biggest fear is that my elderly friend with heart conditions will get it. His wellbeing is important to

[@bethlatham2349]

@@harmonymoxham1719 it's hard, most people don't think about those most vulnerable and even if they do they think most of us are lying or over exaggerating. I have multiple conditions and getting this could kill me, although I try not to think on that 😅.

[@crabwalkarooandcrazydancin9785]

Beth Latham also the elderly make up a significant portion of the population and pretty much everyone has a parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles that are over 50 whom they care about... I don’t understand how people don’t see it’ll affect them too

[@kerryh3833]

A lot of healthy people have a hard time grasping the concept that someone can be weak and die from it. Especially if you have a chronic illness (like me) and look/are "young".. It doesn't seem "logical" that you can be young and die.

[@icrissa]

Not to mention this is not true at all, many people who were healthy young and fit are now in the ICU intubated, and many have also died. As an immunodepressed person, this feels like a zombie apocalypse. Social distance is the only way.

[@phoebeu541]

My mother is immunocompromised. She’s hoping this will actually get people to clean up and wash their hands more frequently. I’m going home for isolation this Friday and I’m making sure I’m staying as clean as I can while stuck in university halls...these people are really not that clean 😭

[@TDSSterkenburg]

Phoebe U: they might for a little while, but probably and unfortunately will go back to the same/old behavior when this is over.

[@phoebeu541]

T.D.S. Sterkenburg just while this is going on will be a big help still. Get this out of the way and then I’ll feel a bit better about her

[@onlyoncetbj]

Good luck to you! My university has soap and hand sanitiser everywhere, and we're going fully online from next week. Hopefully you and your family are okay x

[@phoebeu541]

Tanya Bhaskar same here! We’re online from next week and no face to face support for the next five weeks at a minimum. You stay safe too x

[@jadie-maydredd210]

I was shopping today and I was hyper aware of how grime some people are, I had to keep moving away from people who felt the need to breath behind me. I'm staying away from my family atm because some of them are high risk

[@jessicaoutofthecloset]

Keep calm and spread only helpful information ❤️ WHO Myth Busting: www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public/myth-busters Coronavirus Info Links By Country: Australia - www.health.gov.au/news/health-alerts/novel-coronavirus-2019-ncov-health-alert Brazil - coronavirus.saude.gov.br/ Canada - www.canada.ca/en/health-canada.html France - solidarites-sante.gouv.fr/ Germany - www.infektionsschutz.de/coronavirus-sars-cov-2.html Hong Kong - www.chp.gov.hk/tc/index.html Italy - www.salute.gov.it/portale/home.html Malaysia - www.moh.gov.my/ Netherlands - www.rijksoverheid.nl/onderwerpen/coronavirus-covid-19 Singapore - www.moh.gov.sg/ Spain - www.mscbs.gob.es/profesionales/saludPublica/ccayes/alertasActual/nCov-China/home.htm Sweden - www.folkhalsomyndigheten.se/the-public-health-agency-of-sweden/ Taiwan - www.cdc.gov.tw/ UK - www.nhs.uk/ US - www.cdc.gov/ (please also check your state's local health department) I’ve included links for my top subscriber countries. Please add links for your country if missing x

[@mothermovementa]

You're the best

[@richardvelez3151]

Jessica Kellgren-Fozard: Voice of Reason 🤟

[@mothermovementa]

Your the best

[@Vlad2319]

I will note that the CDC has been directing US citizens to look to their local health departments (state specifically) for updates, as the issue with the speed of reports.

[@nephila.]

Belgium - www.info-coronavirus.be/

[@Wizipita]

I live in Madrid. A week ago, we were making memes about COVID19. Now, we are in lock down, and if you leave the house without a reason (like buying food or going to the doctor or your job, if you can't work from home) you will be reported and get a fine. This virus spreads so quickly and will colapse hospitals if we don't flatten the curve and do all we can to protect those more vulnerable to it. Thank you for spreading information in a calm and objective manner. As always, your sassiness is delightful. Lots of love and lots of calm, we will get through this. If we wash our hands.

[@Orynae]

Same in France! Today was the first day of lockdown :(

[@Wizipita]

@@Orynae Take care of your body, mind and soul. This won't be easy or quick, but it too shall pass!

[@lorelei_lee]

We are under lock down in Austria since yesterday! Today the first people were arrested and fined for leaving the house with no reason: € 3400,-! Maybe that'll show them! It's the easiest thing to do, but still people think they know better!

[@nicole-su8dl]

i just got back to the UK from madrid a few days ago. when i first got there, i was able to go clubbing and see all the touristy sights. by the time i left, most restaurants and bars had closed. i’m worried that the same is happening in the UK where we aren’t taking it seriously until the last minute.

[@infinity3l181]

I am from Madrid too. I really hate people downplaying it when people are DYING

[@theatrelover9920]

I did not realize that was a vintage nurses' cape, Jessie they need to cast you on Call The Midwife!

[@austinmcneill6330]

“myth: the virus will go away when it gets warmer..... tell that to kenya”! I FREAKING SPAT MY WATER OUT WHEN SHE SAID THAT😂😂😂

[@quirkyblackenby]

Austin McNeill people assume that because it’s cold where they live it’s cold everywhere

[@erinlovescheese]

Jessica: serious video me: giggling everytime she plays the hand washing speech.

[@xzonia1]

I loved that! :)

[@Anita-ws9qm]

It reminds me of the training videos we had to watch in my CNA class, except way more cheerful.

[@tynebaker]

Calgary, Canada here. Snow and -20 celsius weather doesn’t kill the virus. It just makes the cabin fever worse.

[@Bildgesmythe]

Hello from Edmonton! Stay safe.

[@kateamarlow]

Hello, fellow Calgarian! Can confirm: weather has made this difficult!!

[@oliviaclutterbuck5488]

Word!!!

[@tynebaker]

@@Bildgesmythe ditto

[@tynebaker]

@@kateamarlow chinook winds this afternoon were amazing

[@1edeneden]

im surprised you didn't put the "cats and dogs can spread the coronavirus" myth in the video. it's actually so widespread here in poland that people are allegedly *killing their pets,* its genuinely terrifying

[@shalacarter9330]

Sickening

[@ninjapiratess]

Rather than trying to help and protect their pets. Fucking terrifying that people think that's an acceptable way to handle dealing with an animal in their care is horrendous. Do you kill your grandparents if you found out they have it? The World Health Organization already has posted that dogs do not get it.

[@tracik1277]

Yes. But. Can cats/dogs pick it up on their feet and coats and transfer it to surfaces/people’s hands? That’s what I want to know. I asked a vet’s channel and he replied by not answering my question and instead told me I should concern myself with global warming. Wtf?

[@ninjapiratess]

@@tracik1277 The response to that is washing your hands and bathing your pets. They are in your care and deserved to be treated as such. If someone is going to do the best they can to wash and keep their children safe, that same logic should be extended to pets. They are just as worthy of living.

[@mattieschneider5767]

That makes me wanna cry..

[@chaoswitheris463]

My school has more than 1700 students and yet it hasnt been closed. Even though the British gov. is discussing suspending mass meetings but isn't closing schools... *squints suspiciously*

[@samanthaskye00]

Wow. My old school only had 900 and its closed. We also don't have any known cases in my county yet. Only 33 in my state.

[@elissacolwill5012]

Sameeeee though my school has had to partially close bc we physically don't have enough staff, but not for me bc yay alevels!

[@chloehirshxx6182]

Ikr my school has 1200 pupils and teachers

[@chloehirshxx6182]

And the PM syas dont go to big meetings yet we got to school😂

[@elissacolwill5012]

@@chloehirshxx6182 who doesn't love all of Boris' great decisions? 🙄

[@chickenlittle7139]

Misinformation is why I only look to actual medical professionals and sites like the world health organization for information on the coronavirus. Jesica is the exception because I know she wouldn’t put out a video on a topic such as this one without being thorough with her research, so I trust her to spread correct information.

[@evelynkrull5268]

The ill-well confuse me so much. Because I'm immunocompromised but I work I already do this stuff because I work in a bank and money is disgusting. I started wearing a mask today even though it's mostly needed by people that are unwell but seeing as some guy coughed on my face without covering his mouth and then said "dont worry you're young and not at risk". So I can still possibly get it through my eyes (that happen to be semi shielded by glasses) but that way someone who wants to cough on my face wont have a chance of coughing into my open mouth. People are disgusting. Just do common sense. Clean surfaces and your hands. Hand sanitizer when you cant wash wash 20 second with hot as you can stand water and soap when you can wash.

[@emjenkins464]

I work in boots and am currently on annual leave. I'm already not attending school as I take respiratory tract targeting immunopsupressants, and it's likely I'll have to go on long term sick leave to reduce my exposure

[@khaxjc1]

Clean your phones too people! They are touched, the are breathed on, they are sometimes put on unclean surfaces! If you put you phone down, clean your hands then pick it back up your recontaminating. Clean your phones. Also..that guy coughing on you and saying don't worry rather than Im sorry just infuriates me.

[@jenneli314]

"Sir, do you know what immunocompromised means? Please have a nice day."

[@gracelewis4016]

Punch him in the face

[@sophiebach2834]

@@gracelewis4016 but with gloves. Dont wanna touch his mouth/nose.

[@phoenixfinny91]

As an infectious disease specialist I want to thank you for this video, over the past few weeks I’ve had multiple emails and questions from friends and family (& one particularly worried medical technician I met) about this virus and while I’m happy to answer questions and try to spread the correct info it’s hard to do. Videos like this really help!

[@richardvelez3151]

JESSICA: "I've already had pneumonia. Sucked worse than anything." ME: Yes. Yes it does. That's experience talking. One I do NOT want again 😠 Thank you for this video, Jessica. A voice of reason is most certainly needed at this particular time. And oddly enough, your British accent does indeed calm me down 🤔 ... 😅 I sincerely hope that everyone listens to the medical professionals regarding this serious virus. Or just watch this video 👩‍🎓😉 ... I am thinking of you and Claudia and Clara and her wife - and quite frankly all of humanity. Please be kind, be respectful, be careful, and be helpful in curtailing this outbreak. Take care! 👍🤟💝 #wewillgetthroughthis

[@Wilmeiser]

Ain't that the truth, and it's so much worse when your chronically ill and have a compromised immune system. I definitely don't want to go through that again (Shudders). I've also had double Pneumonia.....that was probably my worst hospital stay ever.

[@SarahBent]

I've had it twice. It sucks more than anything. I've been very very lucky. I don't think that third times the charm here.

[@Zanderren]

Richard Velez happy Saint Patrick’s day💚

[@richardvelez3151]

@@Zanderren Thank you very much! Happy St. Patrick's day to you, Ellie. Hope you are doing well 💚🍀🤟

[@Zanderren]

Richard Velez you are so cool😎 I am doing well thank you hope you are too

[@Hulachowdown]

My trainer sent me the whole drink water thing and I had to giggle a bit. Same with the tea thing. I mean, by all means , drink tea and water to your heart’s content, but don’t believe that it will keep you safe. And trust me... it doesn’t go away if it snows. Where I live it was recently -20 and snowed 10cm ... guess what? People are still getting sick at an increasing rate. Wash your hands and Keep Calm and Carry On.

[@boldanabrasevic3020]

It doesn't matter what temperature is outside, as long as you have direct contact with the infected person, you're still gonna get infected. The temperature only affects how long the virus can survive without the host.

[@Hulachowdown]

Boldana Brašević yes I know. She just mentioned that people said if it snowed it would go away. My city ( and many others ) are proof that this isn’t the case.

[@soleilmarshall8865]

Thank you for this!! I've been getting into arguments with many friends because of their insistence on spreading misinformation and myths. I'm honestly laughing at my non-disabled friends going crazy having to deal with what I go through every day (not being able to leave the house, having to worry about illness, etc.). Also kind of freaking out because my MCAS symptoms can be similar to those of COVID-19! but that's beside the point-

[@slytherin_killjoy]

I'm sorry, MCAS symptoms? As in, the standardized test, MCAS? (I don't mean this to sound skeptical, I'm just curious/confused).

[@soleilmarshall8865]

@@slytherin_killjoy oh no! I have mast cell activation syndrome (it's because of my ehlers-danlos syndrome). It causes histamine reactions (allergic reactions, basically) to a lot of random things, and some of my symptoms include shortness of breath, chest tightness, dry cough, and all those fun symptoms that covid-19 has! my only distinction is the fact that i get hives from my MCAS reactions and they normally only last 20 minutes - up to 3 hours

[@slytherin_killjoy]

@anastasia marshall That makes much more sense, and sounds really frustrating. Best wishes!

[@khaxjc1]

anastasia marshall thank you for speaking up to correct them. It can get really frustrating but it needs doing.

[@vivianreynolds2075]

Louder! Secondarily, would you consider narrating audiobooks? I adore your crisp pronunciation.

[@AminaKombo]

Audiobooks would be perfect, yes!

[@elissacolwill5012]

I have a general hatred for having things read out loud (mostly bc I've been traumatised by people in my school who can't read) but this. This I would be down for

[@Cillana]

Yes! I listen to a lot of audio books because I get jumpy vision with my migraines. I would love to hear your voice reading a book to me. ❤

[@LadyJustice86]

Yes this so much!!!

[@amyhull754]

I love Love LOVE your WWII nurse's cape. I LOVE the repetition of the wash-your-hands reminder. This was a joy. Thank you!

[@skyclaw]

If you’re infected, keeping hydrated is a pretty good idea for unrelated reasons, though.

[@kimhigdon844]

My favorite myth is that cocaine can protect you from/cure covid-19

[@jessicaoutofthecloset]

🤦‍♀️Oh goodness...

[@infinitejellyfish1591]

Technically it does because the virus needs a host to survive ;)

[@steviebumbletea]

@@infinitejellyfish1591 that got real dark real quick😂

[@elissacolwill5012]

You know what else helps? Killing the entire global population 😂

[@kerryh3833]

There are actually people who have been cured from various illness due to nearly OD-ing with certain illegal drugs. Not saying that COVID-19 is one of them. But don't shoot it down so quick 😅 (Disclaimer: I'm not promoting drug use. I wouldn't do it lol)

[@siginotmylastname3969]

This is excellent advice. I just want to add something extra: Everyone needs to be improving their hygiene right now but DO NOT ASSUME IT'S ALWAYS THAT EASY to people in the comments. Some neurodivergent people will be struggling due to things like executive dysfunction, difficulty changing habits, having triggers which might relate to cleanliness for example cleanliness related OCD(there are other types of OCD). Personally I have trouble keeping my things and room as clean as possible and contact from members of the family I cut off is triggering me, and having grown up with a mum who constantly cleaned and who was abusive towards me as well as a dad who hoarded and whose house would severely trigger my hayfever/dust allergies and was also abusive to us if we tried to clean it, I've ended up with pretty erratic energy for these sorts of things. This isn't an excuse because I wash my hands thoroughly including wrists every time before and after going out now, distance myself, don't use public transport and basically only go out for food. But when people are spreading advice, if you add too much beyond that you should keep in mind that your advice is not possible for everyone, and it will also be a very triggering time for some neurodivergent or mentally ill people.

[@the_5th_night]

Also, some people with autism have a hard time wearing a mask because of sensory issues. Especially those with co morbid intellectual disabilities, because they may not understand why a mask is good.

[@lazyhomebody1356]

You have my sympathy, but life is complicated enough without constantly making allowances for point zero zero 1 percent of the population, sorry

[@seraphimazriel]

The reminder video about hand washing was just hilarious. My house is a triple threat of at-risk people. I'm chronically ill, specifically respiratory issues, moved in with with my dad [60s] in order to help him take care of my Gran [80s]. I hadn't heard the myth that tea would kill the virus, but it does make me want to drink more tea just to keep my anxiety down while people are out being ridiculous.

[@KFoxtheGreat]

"It's a virus, not a vampire" 😂😂😂

[@KateEveling]

"Don't glare at people when they cough in public! They might have an allergy or asthma"... I have cystic fibrosis and therefore cough A LOT every single day. The amount of dirty looks I've had already is unbelievable! My anxiety has gone through the roof with this one, and trying to hold in coughs whenever I go out. Now I have to self isolate for 12 weeks so won't have to endure this anymore...for the time being!!! Hope everyone is staying safe and keeping well!

[@snowycryptids]

Finally! A coronavirus video from a KZbinr whom I trust and love.

[@liulfrmcshane]

Thank you for your calm, straight-forward mythbusting. Such is so important in times like this.

[@florcita4048]

When you said Pandemic of missing information, I felt that. I think the same.

[@ForwardEarth]

She didn't say that.

[@florcita4048]

@@ForwardEarth 0:08 She said misinformation.

[@emmynoether9540]

Misinformation not missing information

[@florcita4048]

@@emmynoether9540 I noticed the error when the previous comment mentioned it. But, what I said is similar. And the idea was understood :)

[@devringalbrath]

Jessica's side-eye is my favorite part of her videos.

[@franchobenitez3778]

I'm learning english,and you're the only one person with a british accent that I can understand,thanks for existing

[@heyyyitskat]

“The blender of doom” I’ll be using that in my daily vocabulary from now on!

[@nocomment2842]

I'm not _severely_ ill but I have asthma and the people saying it's "just a bad flu" aren't helping : ) Flu would kill me!

[@thorrissia]

Asthma is a chronic illness. A chronic respiratory illness to be specific

[@thorrissia]

So like, you are chronically ill

[@nocomment2842]

@@thorrissia Oh, I thought chronic meant severe : / Learnt something new today then : )

[@bebeliveshere5950]

@@nocomment2842 chronic just means ongoing! So to have a health problem that persists for years - such as asthma - is a chronic illness! Stay safe during this time 💜

[@nocomment2842]

@@bebeliveshere5950 Thanks, you too ; )

[@vintagesoup79]

I'm older, in the at risk category, fear for my parents and am scared that if we get ill, our children have no one to care for them. Social media hasn't helped. All this advice and the amount of people I still see not washing their hands efficiently. I was in hospital last week and actually heard a man arguing with a nurse about washing his hands.

[@kerryh3833]

Urgh that man needs a slap. But with a wet fish on a pole because I wouldn't wanna go near him..

[@wissal-je2uc]

Sending you love, please take care and be safe

[@DefyNottheLoris]

Instead of social distancing, I'm using the phrasing "physical distancing, for social solidarity"

[@Xan1120]

As a chronically ill person who is also quite young (21) I’ve lived p much my entire life with people telling me to get over my disability (news flash, can’t do that since there’s literally no cure for cerebral palsy!), and now that coronavirus misinformation is spreading and the news cycle is being inundated with facts, people are suddenly panicking (and want me to validate their feelings) , and yet I’ve seen my able-bodied younger brother just treat this like it’s not that serious even though if he passed it to me, I could literally die b/c I also have asthma. I’m v happy you made this video, b/c people don’t really understand the severity of the situation in the States at all and continue to leave their houses for non-essential things.

[@emilyslack6209]

I was genuinely waiting for your video! There hasn't been a lot of information in the ~*media*~ about how disabled and chronically ill people will be affected by the disease. Thank you so much for this video. Stay safe

[@FrankieTenebrae]

Can I just say my anxiety and mental health has been spiralling because of all the unnecessary mass panic, and honestly this video is wonderful. Even though you’re talking about the virus (which is making me incredibly anxious and panicked), your voice is SO CALMING and you are so calm and collected, it’s making me feel much more relaxed. I hope you stay safe and I’m so glad to have had the pleasure of speaking to you before, you’re a wonderful person 💜

[@rileys862]

Okay not related to the vid but I recently came out to my family and it feels amazing thank you for being an amazing role model 🙂😊

[@gelenamurena]

congratulations!!!

[@jessicaoutofthecloset]

Woo hoo! Go you! 🌈

[@richardvelez3151]

That's wonderful! 👍🤟😊

[@samanthaskye00]

Congratulations. Proud of you!

[@niallsexton5722]

Yay!! Congratulations!! 🥳

[@myshka658]

According to the UK government, it’s perfectly safe for me to go to college with 2000 people (including people in high-risk groups like myself), but it’s not okay for me to visit somebody from that same college’s house. Thanks, Boris!

[@elissacolwill5012]

If you don't go to the pub you'll be fine 😂😂

[@VampliFyer]

Now is the time to be kind to people, even if their emotional response to all this change is different than yours. If you don't understand why people are so anxious, try to put yourself in their shoes. If you see people coping with their fears through denial, try to find a compassionate way to explain the situation to them. What nice (socially distanced) things can you do for people in this trying time?

[@marcelacarreiro9975]

"The virus will go away when the weather gets warmer" LOL I WISH. It's like, 40ºC here in Brazil and the virus is still working very well, indeed.

[@aereys4282]

FLATTEN THE CURVE!!!! SOCIAL DISTANCING!!!!

[@laikam5402]

Introverts will survive, everyone else... natural selection

[@spicymayo8950]

I’m currently in isolation in the Bay Area of California. I’m so happy you took the time to make this. This video is so well-researched! You did a fantastic job balancing the severity of the situation with the reminder that panic will only make things worse. Stay safe and healthy!

[@januzzell8631]

Adore the sarcastic side-eye to the 4th wall - Thank you for sharing

[@kaysprerogative6746]

Thank you for reminding people about asthma and other lung disease. I hate going out and about atm, as I have cough asthma.

[@Lady_McSassy]

Stay safe, Jessica. The world needs you in it. Truly.

[@fubbypeets7058]

My school is closed for COVID-19 until April 13 unless things escalate. Most people think of it as a fun vacation, but some people at school live in abusive homes and the seniors are literally getting their last couple of months with their friends before they graduate taken away. I'm not a senior, but I have friends who are. The whole thing sucks really bad.

[@sylviawitcheecomrie37]

Thank you Jessica. I was told by doc today that I cannot socialize for a few months, them he cancelled all my hospital appointments. I am at risk group also. Great to here from you. You and Claudia stay safe. Xx

[@zerixanne]

Hi there! I work at a small hardware store, and this morning we had a local * hospital * call us to see if we had face masks in stock. Thankfully we had a tiny collection of some extra R95 masks for them, but that's really concerning! Please don't buy any face masks if you don't NEED them! And chances are you don't. Similar things with hand sanitizer and gloves- they're useful, but regularly washing your hands and being careful about social distancing and what you touch is more important. Please leave these items for vulnerable populations, and only take what you need! If you're in an area that's starting to implement a shelter-at-home procedure, I know it's not heavily monitored, but take that seriously. Only get the essentials, and plan out your trip beforehand. Many stores will pack your items up and leave them at the front to expedite your visit, so give them a call beforehand! Thank you for reading, and stay safe! ♥️

[@amyneu8078]

I love your sass! I’ve got CVID and have and pneumonia several times. Last time I had it it my lungs were damaged. I’ve had a chronic cough for over a decade I hope no one glares at me in public for that lol. Someone sent me the chain letter you we’re talking about. Thanks for educating people on misinformation. You are absolutely wonderful! I truly admire you! ❤️

[@tom4ivo]

8:28 "Yes, I'm going to keep playing that." The timing of that statement was spot on; I had just thought you were overdoing it, and wondered if you going to play it every chance you got.

[@tjeanvlogs9894]

Thank you for this one. A Seattlite in "Wash Your Hands ington". If you read this.... Go wash your hands and commonly touched surfaces like light plates and door handles. Soapy water is better than alcohol. 20 secs aggitation with a rinse. Use one rag to agitate, rinse with clean water (a touch of vinegar may help if you have hard water) and let dry.

[@khaxjc1]

Thank you for mentioning cleaning surfaces! To add to your list, clean your phones people!

[@user-ly3pj1yz4l]

Hello, I am a relatively young person with autoimmune disorders and a health condition that flares up when I get a cold and even with a normal cold I may end up in the hospital. The fact that many people in my life have mentioned that only old people will be killed scares me both because I am at risk and in high school and also, old people are important people who we don’t want to die?

[@theMadhatKatt]

Jessica KF: MYTHBUSTER! I highly support this new series. 😁

[@allthings.stranger]

The weirdest part of this is me being calm, even though I have severe anxiety... everyone suddenly acting like this kind of makes me feel better about managing my anxiety. I feel panicked almost constantly but I’m very good at managing panic attacks and keeping anxiety at bay with logic. Seeing people finally understand how it feels to be terrified all the time is just so odd, especially since I’ve always been told that anxiety was in my head and I could make it go away.

[@ViatorRex]

Currently in self-imposed isolation due to travelling I did for work last week. Thanks for making it a bit brighter.

[@barbarafetherolf4007]

I just want to say I love you. Not in a creepy stalker way... The clip about washing hands that was played over and over was an amazing way to make a point, and you looked super cute in the nurse's cape. Thank you for a fun, informative video.

[@bluester7177]

The heat myth really annoys me, I'm Brazilian, I live in Rio de Janeiro and a lot of people believe in it and so they go to bars or the beach because staying home in the heat sucks but we have more than 30 infected people (in my state) and because some aren't taking it seriously it's just going to get worse and I have to constantly tell people that we don't have evidence that heat can prevent the virus spread. I have high-risk parents and it's really tough to see friends acting like elderly people\high risk don't matter and shouldn't be protected.

[@elissacolwill5012]

I hope you and your family can stay safe amongst the sea of ignorance ❤

[@bluester7177]

@@elissacolwill5012 Thank you, I wish the same to you!

[@boldanabrasevic3020]

It doesn't matter what temperature is outside, as long as you have direct contact with the infected person, you're still gonna get infected. The temperature only affects how long the virus can survive without the host.

[@jamestor6700]

people also think washing your hands with hot water kills germs, it does but you would need to use boiling water and at that point, why worry about getting germs off your skin when you won't have skin anyway?

[@torstenwinkel2183]

@@boldanabrasevic3020 that's not entirely true. Temperature HAS an effect on the spread of diseases, on different levels. I.e. the seasonal flu and the common cold are fare less prevalent in the summer months, but is seems warmer temperatures will NOT have a big effect on the spread of covid-19... sadly. Some reasons why warmer weather slows the spread of infections: People are not as tightly packed, but spread out a bit more, esp. outside. This makes it harder for the virus to get from person to person. Also: the warmer it is the faster some viruses (i. e. covid-19) will become inactive (they will "die" faster). Not by a lot, but only by a little. covid-19 dies fast if it dries out. So in droplets it will "survive" longer and in warm weather the droplets will dry faster, so the virus will die faster. Not by a lot but by a little bit.

[@123greenmars]

"It's a virus, not a vampire" A++

[@lucaslemon8598]

There’s the healthy people like oh my god I’m going to die then there’s me someone who can’t even fight of a cold sitting in their bed hardly being able to breathe and coughing every 2 seconds like I don’t even get why they are worrying they are taking all the resources that people like me need and I think its really stupid Edit: I’m immunocompromised

[@eliserich1063]

I think it's quite unfair to say they aren't allowed to worry. Although we are obviously more likely to get severely ill it doesn't mean healthy people can't be massively affected by the virus.

[@m.w.kaplan447]

this is literally me lmao ngl i keep forgetting im immunocompromised

[@lucaslemon8598]

@@eliserich1063 yeah I know but it's most likely the more healthy people will get it just like a common cold

[@simoneholenstein6977]

I‘m relatively healthy, just some minor issues like hashimoto I‘m not sure about hiw they might play out in the case of an infektion, it also being an auto-immunal diisease. My father is severely affected by COPD however and I know quite a few others who really have reason to worry. I very conciously made the decision not to try and get a pneumonia vascination as the serum is already running low here in Germany. I also don‘t hoard stuff I don‘t need while simultaniously trying to prepare for when they „lock us in“ or when I might get sick so I don‘t use ressources people worse off than me might need! just, be kind to yourself and others, and try to be selfreliant if you can so those who can‘t will not be left behind! also reach out to people a bit more often via technology; look out for those you love. just please be safe, for your own sake and others. This is not the time for selfishness.

[@jazwhoaskedforthis]

Thanks for this. I'm fighting my family's denial right now, most of them are elderly and stubbornly opposed to taking this seriously. I moved in with my dad so I could clean his house and keep an eye on him, making sure he's eating healthy and living in a clean environment as much as possible.

[@Silkenpetal]

Thank you so much Jessica. I have multiple immune problems and respiratory issues and have been trying so hard not to panic, as usual you have made me feel more educated and less alone.

[@jameskappel]

Thousands of Healthcare Professions competing against each other to purchase scarce critical medical equipment

[@rarafarara]

Thank you for explaining it so calmly, I've been panicking not for myself but what if I got it AND THEN infect my elderly parents. I'm trying to think rationally and don't fall onto click baits though, I hope you'll stay healthy too.

[@boredgrass]

Your humor, your wit and your public educator skills, make the world a better and safer place! Really well done! I'm happy to report, that the people I talked to in Hamburg Germany, are often most concerned about spreading the virus, while having no symptoms. That also motivates them to follow (WHO) advice.

[@katwarren6058]

I’m British, I’m as British as you can get. All I drink is tea and the Queen is basically my mother. But your the most British person I have ever know ❤️❤️

[@annaronewicz7071]

Love the cape! What I love the most about social distancing is that it shows how everything is literally just a social construct- like fashion! I can wear a cloak, gym shorts, a top from last year's Halloween costume and put all the makeup I own on my face AND save lives at the same time? Sign me up!!!

[@toshomni9478]

I so love that you just happen to have a nurse cape from WW II just laying around on the off chance that you will ever have an excuse to wear it. You must do a closet tour sometime.

[@kristinowens899]

I just love everything about you!! I didn't know your illnesses involved temperature control. I was sick for a year, and my temp was not regulating and it was honestly the most uncomfortable thing I've ever felt!! It's so beyond even that those words aren't enough. My whole body was sick out was the worst year of my life! I don't know how you do it! Any of it! I didn't leave my bed unless I ABSOLUTELY had to. TMI: I felt so bad I would hold my pee ALL DAY so I didn't have to get up. It was bad. It also greatly affected my mental health. I would just lay in bed and cry for hours. I couldn't even IMAGINE living the rest of my life like that. Right before I got my diagnosis I had a conversation with myself, and i said I REFUSE to live the rest of my life like this. Im 41. One way or another I wouldn't do it. I watch your videos and you honestly have me in awe. You are so strong, where do get the strength and the positivity from??

[@MathIsMagical]

I love this. Especially the repeated hand washing PSA

[@soupqueene]

English is not my native language, so in many ways I catch the essence of what is said more from familiar words than whole sentences. But I still understand what you are saying, and that sanity reassures me. It’s not that I was afraid, but the people around me are afraid, and this general panic depresses. And I just like listening to you. This clear, pleasant sound, continuously flowing, at the same time energetic and pacifying. And this style! Oh my, this video is very beautiful. Like frames from a movie. You are a great fellow. Thank you very much!

[@lyvpodda]

I'm allergic so I cough and sneeze a bit everyday. I work in my country's health system and I'm seeing a lot of misinformation, panic and fake news.

[@dakota_jay_]

“It’s a virus not a vampire” is such a splendid sentence with a British accent

[@RavenBlaze]

I work in repair, when I get onsite I wash my hands, before I leave the site I wipe down the machine with sanitizer solution. Even if it means the germs are knocked down for five minutes, it helps.

[@loreal4294]

i don’t know why such a wonderful person such as yourself have such bad illnesses. nobody, who’s kind and not evil, really deserves such illnesses.

[@elissacolwill5012]

Blender of doom might be my new favourite phrase?

[@whatwhat7798]

The repeating hand washing PSA threw me for a loop! I thought I’d skipped back without remembering but then there was a new part after it, then it happened again lol

[@petrolhead0387]

You have no idea how many times I have nearly lost it when I see people wearing surgeons masks, and claim it protects them. I work in the nuclear industry and we use Drager, Kemira and N10 respirators to enter a contaminated area. We have to go through a special fitting session as well, because there are different sizes and in this case, size does matter.

[@pblack19141]

Jessica, Thank you for using true research to blow the myths about Coronavirus out of the water. If only the media would stop spreading the misinformation(not going to happen). I really loved the PSA about washing hands. Keep safe. Tricia B

[@SevCaswell]

I have a compromised immune system and asthma, and also eczema and an allergy to soap... washing my hands causes itchy and peeling skin, and sometimes skin breaks and bleeding... So yeah washing hands constantly is MORE likely to lead to infection for some.

[@mcanta2898]

I am no doctor, so you should probably consult yours, but I would tell you to either use hand sanitizer, or keep your hands under running water for a while. washing your hands do not kill the virus, but washes it down the drain. soap makes it easier, by washing away the oils that bacteria and viruses may cling to. so its not perfect, but its better than nothing, i guess? hand sanitizer though, should kill it. but again, I do not know your exact condition, and I am not a trained medical professional, so yeah.

[@floopyboo]

Sharing the feels. I'm allergic to sulphites. This is why I keep alcohol spray in my handbag. I still get dirty looks from people in bathrooms, but this one time the soap was broken and I came to the rescue lol. Anyway, if you can handle an antihistamine AND it works vs the soap allergy, take one before heading out. That's what I'm doing at the moment if I have to go out in public.

[@julieaubutgaudet4403]

I loved the repeated wash your hands segment. I was laughing more and more every time it showed up!

[@yuffiefan7637]

I love how you both teach and entertain with your sass:) love you!

[@nadinegriesinger394]

Can we just appreciate for a minute Jessicas “Sometimes you just need a very British person to tell you to CALM DOWN”? Thanks for clearing some very obscure myths :)

[@rincentvanuggh1911]

Kids in my HIGHER LEVEL SCIENCE gcse class saying that the disease started from someone eating bat on toast increase my will to permanently self isolate every day

[@martabagnoli1212]

I'm studying Mandarin at uni level, p still come out w racist bullshit they heard all the time.

[@mossythegod5602]

They think so, this COVID-19 is different than another form of Coronavirus that people have been saying is on lysol containers as one of thr things it kills. They did tests and the Coronavirus that is the pandemic is the closest to the one found in bats, meaning somebody probably consumed a bat infected and spread it around to others. It's just a theory based on the similar makeup of the bat coronavirus and the COVID-19 now.

[@lazyhomebody1356]

It def was on the national news in the US that Covid started at wet markets in China. It was strongly implied that if those weirdos didn't eat bats we would all be fine!

[@rincentvanuggh1911]

@@mossythegod5602 covid spreads through air, not food, it has to get to your lungs

[@clrobinson1776]

Thank you. I have health issues (& age) that make it easier for me to get the virus. I also have depression so staying in the house is getting to me. I bookmarked this so I can watch it anytime. Something about the way you present & how calm your voice is makes me feel better. Love your channel.

[@prinxen1733]

*Ah, I love my anxiety, which mimICS SYMPTOMS OF THINGS I'M WORRIED ABOUT TO THE BEST OF ITS ABILITY??? I don't think I'll be leaving the house anytime soon... *Anyway. Thank you for the informative video! Though for me it was mostly informing me OF misinformation. Almost all of these are completely ridiculous omg.

[@rockercaterrorencountered4924]

Yeah, I have hypochondria/health anxiety (yes, I am self-diagnosed and yes, I do understand the irony of that) and it's super difficult for me to distinguish what's real and what's anxiety. I lived with migraines for years because I thought I was just being sensitive. Fun times.

[@prinxen1733]

@@rockercaterrorencountered4924 *I get a lot of migraines too, but I'm dealing with so much stuff I convinced myself I was exaggerating that I don't have time to get it checked out ndmdbdmd *I don't know if I'm a hypochondriac, but getting panicked about stuff like this is extremely inconvenient lmao

[@farkenshnoff4521]

I have asthma and anxiety, so I keep having to ask myself, "am I having trouble breathing because I'm actually sick, or am I just having a panic attack?" It's so obnoxious ugh

[@prinxen1733]

@@CFHWolfe *Sadly, we recently moved house, so we don't have a thermometer and can't check our temperatures. We also can't buy one- the medical aisles are almost completely cleared out (or all the aisles in general...) *There was literally only one bag of cat litter left today in a HUGE supermarket. The people bulk buying are the WORST.

[@nolghnx5739]

Omg this so me... One time I thought I was having glaucoma due to medication I just took to help my insomnia, and guess what I was just really tired ! 🤷🏻‍♀ So it's been a few days that I check very frequently my temperature andy breath, I have bad allergies do to pollen, so theses time I'm just "is it a real difficulty to breathe or am I having a panic attack?? " This time is really bad for my mental health, and knowing that stress doesn't help your immune system stress me out again! 😅 So take care of yourself and be gentle, one day at a day, be prepared and informed but learn the reaction of your anxiety and the difference with the covid-19 and you will see, day by day it will feel ok! Ask for help or medication if you need!!!

[@eduardaarrais]

I remember the last time I had a pneumonia. It started like a regular flu, except by week 3 (my immune system is very bad, so a normal flu takes about that time to get better) I was feeling dreadfully awful, even with medication. Try to tell my mom I wasn't feeling any better but since it was normal for me to be sick for that long she didn't take it that seriously. Then I went to the doctor and he told me my right lung was already half filled with liquid. Let me tell you, I didn't feel any shortage of breath, but I could feel myself dying and slownling drowning, which is very scary if you think about it, SO KEEP YOURSELF AND THE OTHERS SAFE! IT'S NOT FUN TO DROWN IN YOUR OWN FLUIDS

[@Janaely]

This calmed me down a lot, even though I have no idea how my ill body would respond to that friggin virus and I’m terrified for my little brother who’s already susceptible to severe respiratory infections. Thank you 💖

[@emmagrace289]

Thanks for this video, so informative. As a person who isn’t at risk (and privileged enough to be able to work from home) I’m practicing social distancing to protect those who the virus would badly effect. I hope those in the same position as me do the same! Too many people are acting very blasé with the health of vulnerable people.

[@AsterInDis]

Ah, internal temperature regulation. I miss you. I wear layers pretty much perpetually from this and if I have a hot beverage, I have to take off my cardigan.

[@michcookies]

I have anxiety and have been using my learned CBT exercises to cope with all the misinformation. Everyone I work with is getting their info from Twitter and Facebook (and we all know how reliable this is...) and getting worked up about it. Watching them all freak out about stuff that probably isn’t true and they probably can’t change must be what it’s like watching me having an anxiety/panic attack. Also, the amount of people in my shop who’s uni/college has shut is infuriating, it’s not a holiday, they’ve been sent home for a reason. Stay in when you can!

[@freyjarichardson1519]

I have this one friend who worries about everything and is completely healthy yet she is acting like she is going to die. I have asthma so I have a genuine reason to be worried if I get it and the fact that I am still seeing so many people doing things like coughing on their hands and then eating cake. Honestly I think the schools should close because the queue in my school (full of a thousand people btw so that's totally hygienic) for going home was longer than the queue for lunch. Also one of my other friends has parents that both have all of the symptoms and have been told by several people to stay at home yet she is still going to school. I feel really safe👍

[@Bea_Esser]

Kinda in love with the nurses cape, and I love your repeating the hand washing instructions. :D