#18: The Big Sick
I'm writing this introduction in the parking lot of a COVID-19 testing center. Definitely not ideal, but it is what it is. At least, it spices up my writing process, and it's a change of scenery (not a pretty view though).
My entire family tested positive for COVID-19...except for me. Like most people I've told so far, you probably have a lot of questions.
FAQs:
1) Is your family okay?
Thankfully, they are all doing okay. My family is very lucky. They have some symptoms. They all have mild cases and seem to be doing better already.
2) Are you home with them?
Yes, the day I moved back home (for the foreseeable future) we found out my mom tested positive for COVID. I'm self-isolating – eating separately from my family and wearing a mask inside.
3) How did they get it?
They were all social distancing and wearing masks, and they still got COVID. We aren't 100% sure how they got it, but we have a few ideas. My family's key takeaway: if you or a family member has COVID, please do the responsible thing and tell people. It's the right thing to do.
4) How are you doing?
I'm good, a little bit lonely. I miss human interaction! I'm just grateful my family is okay. I hope I don't get COVID too. We shall see...
All of this is to say...WEAR A MASK. I'm very grateful to have access to good healthcare, but that isn't the case for everyone. Below I've included some graphics about why wearing a mask is anti-racist.
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