Be an adult and make smart decisions about how you can slow COVID-19 spread | Letter to the editor

After months of COVID-19 information regarding transmission rates, deaths and risks of infection, I believe every adult has the information needed to keep one as safe as possible by wearing a mask, social distancing and staying away from crowds. We do not need a governor or a president to mandate these behaviors, as they appear they are unwilling to do. We should choose what is best to prevent illness for ourselves and others.

There are many public safety mandates that people ignore until something affects them personally. This is another one. Challenging these recommendations is immature and sends a confusing message of disregard to family and friends.

I recently had a COVIDtest and can confirm that the swab is inserted into the nose for obtaining the specimen for viral testing. Why would a person not cover their nose when it is clearly a portal of entry? That, too, is a noncompliance issue.

I am aware of the thinking that this disease is a way of “culling the herd.” What herd exactly are they referring to? Florida is a retirement destination for people from all over the world. They (we) have loved ones who value us and feel helpless as we try to navigate this difficult epidemic. We are all part of bigger, extended families that add unlimited structure and function to this society.

We are adults and should make adult decisions to comply with the experts’ recommendations on transmission reduction.

Margaret Golay

Bradenton

This story was originally published December 7, 2020 at 12:16 PM.