[TheVTCGuy]

Originally Posted by statsman

I am an optimist. I think the risk is real of a health crisis worldwide like we are seeing in Italy (say a prayer for Italy whenever you can and support them in whatever way possible), but I also believe it is possible, through responsible behavior to flatten the curve and buy time (remember, active cases are dropping in China and S. Korea). Summer can come and help. A vaccine is being tested, and normally would not be approved for 12-18 months. I have faith (but no inside knowledge) that some smart folks will figure out how to make that happen in less than six months. Then, Covid-19 will be just a nasty flu.

Hear hear!