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Living safely is not just about developing new tools (rapid tests, drugs, vaccines) but about finding ways to optimize our existing tools (testing, tracing, isolating) We need to share lessons learned about the little ways to do things better. A few examples... #PIHchat https://twitter.com/PIH/status/1286393406651080704
Testing can be more effective if:
- People have an easy way to find a nearby testing site
- There are more appointments available
- People don't have to wait for hours
- Testing sites are safe, with everyone wearing masks
#PIHchat https://twitter.com/AbraarKaran/status/1275049171049906182?s=20
- People have an easy way to find a nearby testing site
- There are more appointments available
- People don't have to wait for hours
- Testing sites are safe, with everyone wearing masks
#PIHchat https://twitter.com/AbraarKaran/status/1275049171049906182?s=20
Tracing can be more effective if:
- The caller ID is clearly marked as an official source
- People are willing to answer the phone!
- Tracers have gained experienced in interviewing
- There are tracers available who can speak different languages
#PIHchat https://www.phoenixvillenews.com/montgomery-county-officials-plead-with-citizens-to-cooperate-with-coronavirus-contact-tracers/article_22fea2ac-bbc2-5051-aac1-3ec4961f3742.html
- The caller ID is clearly marked as an official source
- People are willing to answer the phone!
- Tracers have gained experienced in interviewing
- There are tracers available who can speak different languages
#PIHchat https://www.phoenixvillenews.com/montgomery-county-officials-plead-with-citizens-to-cooperate-with-coronavirus-contact-tracers/article_22fea2ac-bbc2-5051-aac1-3ec4961f3742.html
Isolation can be more effective if:
- Financial incentives are provided for people staying home
- They can receive food/medicines as needed
- People have a safe place to go (empty hotel) if needed
#PIHchat https://www.forbes.com/sites/shaharziv/2020/05/01/would-you-voluntarily-self-quarantine-if-paid-50-per-day/#3efa83746d19
- Financial incentives are provided for people staying home
- They can receive food/medicines as needed
- People have a safe place to go (empty hotel) if needed
#PIHchat https://www.forbes.com/sites/shaharziv/2020/05/01/would-you-voluntarily-self-quarantine-if-paid-50-per-day/#3efa83746d19
Mask-wearing can be more effective if:
- We identify settings where masks are and are not necessary to avoid fatigue (I don't wear a mask when walking around the neighborhood)
- Make masks available where they are required
- Find targeted messaging to increase uptake
#PIHchat
- We identify settings where masks are and are not necessary to avoid fatigue (I don't wear a mask when walking around the neighborhood)
- Make masks available where they are required
- Find targeted messaging to increase uptake
#PIHchat
Businesses can be safer if:
- Keep moving activities outdoors
- Increase indoor ventilation
- Install touchless devices
(There is a lot of research on Healthy Buildings that I find so interesting.)
#PIHchat
- Keep moving activities outdoors
- Increase indoor ventilation
- Install touchless devices
(There is a lot of research on Healthy Buildings that I find so interesting.)
#PIHchat
All of this to say, we spend a lot of time talking about the big things (silver bullets) but there are so many little ways to improve, and everyone can help. When added together, they can go a long way. What are your ideas? Add them to the conversation at #PIHchat
