MCPS covid cases

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Anonymous wrote:The number of cases is lower now than it was in September. Obviously, the numbers could get worse as we head into winter, but IMO, the numbers aren't that bad compared to the start of the school year. Vax obviously helps.

https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/coronavirus/dashboard/index.aspx

In my kids’ high school we went from practically zero Covid cases to almost 30 between 12/7-12/14 (and these are just the positives the school has been made aware of).

+1 MCPS should release overall absences as well as confirmed COVID cases. I am not sure if everyone exhibiting symptoms are getting tested.

My son has many friends at school that have a “stomach bug” and are absent. It could be a non-COVID virus or it could be COVID. The only way to know for sure is a PCR test for COVID. Just the fact that a “stomach bug” is rampant at the school would indicate COVID safety measures haven’t been followed by students all the time - most likely when students gathered outside of school.

MCPS needs more testing of students in schools to stop the spread. Is there any plan to test all students and staff on their return from Winter Break?

MCPS should be working with county officials including DHHS. It’s a terrible time for school administrators to take a vacation.

Or, you know, it could actually be a stomach bug or one of the other very common infections going around. When we keep our kids home we at least do a rapid test.

Keep in mind, if students are contracting and transmitting covid off-campus, then there's no good reason to close schools.

Rapid tests are not always accurate and you sending a sick kid to school is a huge problem regardless of what illness it is. These kids are spreading it in and out of school.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:No doubt that cases are increasing rapidly in MCPS even among vaccinated kids. Is it a possible sign of waning vaccine protection in kids too?

These vaccines only work a short time and it’s unclear how well they stop transmission.

You're looking at it wrong. We're not going to be able to eradicate COVID, and breakthrough infections will always happen. We don't need the vaccines to block infection-- we only need them to protect against severe illness. And they're very good at that.

Right, so just not care about Covid? You mean the plan that killed 800k Americans. Good plan. The plan that left many with long term health issues. We need behavior and people like you refuse to be part of the solution.

Most of those deaths were from unvaccinated people, so your point is not valid

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

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Anonymous wrote:No doubt that cases are increasing rapidly in MCPS even among vaccinated kids. Is it a possible sign of waning vaccine protection in kids too?

These vaccines only work a short time and it’s unclear how well they stop transmission.

You're looking at it wrong. We're not going to be able to eradicate COVID, and breakthrough infections will always happen. We don't need the vaccines to block infection-- we only need them to protect against severe illness. And they're very good at that.

Right, so just not care about Covid? You mean the plan that killed 800k Americans. Good plan. The plan that left many with long term health issues. We need behavior and people like you refuse to be part of the solution.

No, the plan is to get people vaccinated. Most of the deaths were in unvaccinated people. Yes, there will still be some medically frail people that die of COVID just like there are medically frail people that die of influenza and pneumonia. But we don't shut things down or mask indefinitely to try to prevent every single influenza death. You can't go through life without accepting risk.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The number of cases is lower now than it was in September. Obviously, the numbers could get worse as we head into winter, but IMO, the numbers aren't that bad compared to the start of the school year. Vax obviously helps.

https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/coronavirus/dashboard/index.aspx

In my kids’ high school we went from practically zero Covid cases to almost 30 between 12/7-12/14 (and these are just the positives the school has been made aware of).

+1 MCPS should release overall absences as well as confirmed COVID cases. I am not sure if everyone exhibiting symptoms are getting tested.

My son has many friends at school that have a “stomach bug” and are absent. It could be a non-COVID virus or it could be COVID. The only way to know for sure is a PCR test for COVID. Just the fact that a “stomach bug” is rampant at the school would indicate COVID safety measures haven’t been followed by students all the time - most likely when students gathered outside of school.

MCPS needs more testing of students in schools to stop the spread. Is there any plan to test all students and staff on their return from Winter Break?

MCPS should be working with county officials including DHHS. It’s a terrible time for school administrators to take a vacation.

Or, you know, it could actually be a stomach bug or one of the other very common infections going around. When we keep our kids home we at least do a rapid test.

Keep in mind, if students are contracting and transmitting covid off-campus, then there's no good reason to close schools.

Rapid tests are not always accurate and you sending a sick kid to school is a huge problem regardless of what illness it is. These kids are spreading it in and out of school.

Rapid tests would be better than no tests at all.

If any child is at school with symptoms (gastrointestinal problems would be considered symptoms) test and send child home

[Anonymous]

A lot of new cases in DC's school. It only a matter of time before DC catches it and brings it home.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:No doubt that cases are increasing rapidly in MCPS even among vaccinated kids. Is it a possible sign of waning vaccine protection in kids too?

These vaccines only work a short time and it’s unclear how well they stop transmission.

You're looking at it wrong. We're not going to be able to eradicate COVID, and breakthrough infections will always happen. We don't need the vaccines to block infection-- we only need them to protect against severe illness. And they're very good at that.

Right, so just not care about Covid? You mean the plan that killed 800k Americans. Good plan. The plan that left many with long term health issues. We need behavior and people like you refuse to be part of the solution.

Most of those deaths were from unvaccinated people, so your point is not valid

So, anytime someone expresses concern, you'll just minimize it and act like its no big deal. Great. We see why we are having such a spread. Thank you!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:The number of cases is lower now than it was in September. Obviously, the numbers could get worse as we head into winter, but IMO, the numbers aren't that bad compared to the start of the school year. Vax obviously helps.

https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/coronavirus/dashboard/index.aspx

In my kids’ high school we went from practically zero Covid cases to almost 30 between 12/7-12/14 (and these are just the positives the school has been made aware of).

+1 MCPS should release overall absences as well as confirmed COVID cases. I am not sure if everyone exhibiting symptoms are getting tested.

My son has many friends at school that have a “stomach bug” and are absent. It could be a non-COVID virus or it could be COVID. The only way to know for sure is a PCR test for COVID. Just the fact that a “stomach bug” is rampant at the school would indicate COVID safety measures haven’t been followed by students all the time - most likely when students gathered outside of school.

MCPS needs more testing of students in schools to stop the spread. Is there any plan to test all students and staff on their return from Winter Break?

MCPS should be working with county officials including DHHS. It’s a terrible time for school administrators to take a vacation.

Or, you know, it could actually be a stomach bug or one of the other very common infections going around. When we keep our kids home we at least do a rapid test.

Keep in mind, if students are contracting and transmitting covid off-campus, then there's no good reason to close schools.

Rapid tests are not always accurate and you sending a sick kid to school is a huge problem regardless of what illness it is. These kids are spreading it in and out of school.

Rapid tests would be better than no tests at all.

If any child is at school with symptoms (gastrointestinal problems would be considered symptoms) test and send child home

If your kid has a cold, flu, virus, stomach issues, you keep them home. How hard is that? Schools should not have to send sick kids home. Parents need to grow up, take responsibility for their kids and keep them home.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:No doubt that cases are increasing rapidly in MCPS even among vaccinated kids. Is it a possible sign of waning vaccine protection in kids too?

These vaccines only work a short time and it’s unclear how well they stop transmission.

You're looking at it wrong. We're not going to be able to eradicate COVID, and breakthrough infections will always happen. We don't need the vaccines to block infection-- we only need them to protect against severe illness. And they're very good at that.

Right, so just not care about Covid? You mean the plan that killed 800k Americans. Good plan. The plan that left many with long term health issues. We need behavior and people like you refuse to be part of the solution.

No, the plan is to get people vaccinated. Most of the deaths were in unvaccinated people. Yes, there will still be some medically frail people that die of COVID just like there are medically frail people that die of influenza and pneumonia. But we don't shut things down or mask indefinitely to try to prevent every single influenza death. You can't go through life without accepting risk.

This isn't about accepting risk. Do you not understand how contagious this new variant is? How can you not read the news or pay attention?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:No doubt that cases are increasing rapidly in MCPS even among vaccinated kids. Is it a possible sign of waning vaccine protection in kids too?

These vaccines only work a short time and it’s unclear how well they stop transmission.

You're looking at it wrong. We're not going to be able to eradicate COVID, and breakthrough infections will always happen. We don't need the vaccines to block infection-- we only need them to protect against severe illness. And they're very good at that.

Right, so just not care about Covid? You mean the plan that killed 800k Americans. Good plan. The plan that left many with long term health issues. We need behavior and people like you refuse to be part of the solution.

No, the plan is to get people vaccinated. Most of the deaths were in unvaccinated people. Yes, there will still be some medically frail people that die of COVID just like there are medically frail people that die of influenza and pneumonia. But we don't shut things down or mask indefinitely to try to prevent every single influenza death. You can't go through life without accepting risk.

The get everyone vaccinated plan isn't working. Majority of folks in this area ARE vaccinated. So, you need another strategy and talking point. That failed. Many of those positive are vaccinated. So, now what?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:No doubt that cases are increasing rapidly in MCPS even among vaccinated kids. Is it a possible sign of waning vaccine protection in kids too?

These vaccines only work a short time and it’s unclear how well they stop transmission.

You're looking at it wrong. We're not going to be able to eradicate COVID, and breakthrough infections will always happen. We don't need the vaccines to block infection-- we only need them to protect against severe illness. And they're very good at that.

Right, so just not care about Covid? You mean the plan that killed 800k Americans. Good plan. The plan that left many with long term health issues. We need behavior and people like you refuse to be part of the solution.

No, the plan is to get people vaccinated. Most of the deaths were in unvaccinated people. Yes, there will still be some medically frail people that die of COVID just like there are medically frail people that die of influenza and pneumonia. But we don't shut things down or mask indefinitely to try to prevent every single influenza death. You can't go through life without accepting risk.

The get everyone vaccinated plan isn't working. Majority of folks in this area ARE vaccinated. So, you need another strategy and talking point. That failed. Many of those positive are vaccinated. So, now what?

Right. And we're doing fine. Cases are moderate, but COVID deaths remain very low, and our hospitals still have capacity for additional patients.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:No doubt that cases are increasing rapidly in MCPS even among vaccinated kids. Is it a possible sign of waning vaccine protection in kids too?

These vaccines only work a short time and it’s unclear how well they stop transmission.

You're looking at it wrong. We're not going to be able to eradicate COVID, and breakthrough infections will always happen. We don't need the vaccines to block infection-- we only need them to protect against severe illness. And they're very good at that.

Right, so just not care about Covid? You mean the plan that killed 800k Americans. Good plan. The plan that left many with long term health issues. We need behavior and people like you refuse to be part of the solution.

No, the plan is to get people vaccinated. Most of the deaths were in unvaccinated people. Yes, there will still be some medically frail people that die of COVID just like there are medically frail people that die of influenza and pneumonia. But we don't shut things down or mask indefinitely to try to prevent every single influenza death. You can't go through life without accepting risk.

The get everyone vaccinated plan isn't working. Majority of folks in this area ARE vaccinated. So, you need another strategy and talking point. That failed. Many of those positive are vaccinated. So, now what?

Right. And we're doing fine. Cases are moderate, but COVID deaths remain very low, and our hospitals still have capacity for additional patients.

Enough with the death statistics. That may be your marker but for some of us, its not. What is wrong with you? Multiple colleges are having huge outbreaks. Multiple schools are having huge outbreaks. The MD state statistics and MCPS are not being updated. We are NOT fine anymore.

Must be nice to just wish away things you don't want and pretend they aren't there. However, most of us don't have that luxury.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:Covid explosion in MCPS is imminent if this turns out to be true:

https://www.axios.com/omicron-coronavirus-cases-europe-us-c85be94d-8edf-4d61-9f05-de924bff6760.html

Oh well. It is getting hard to believe that MCSP can stay in-person uninterrupted.

No, it's not.

Yes, it is. NP.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:No doubt that cases are increasing rapidly in MCPS even among vaccinated kids. Is it a possible sign of waning vaccine protection in kids too?

These vaccines only work a short time and it’s unclear how well they stop transmission.

You're looking at it wrong. We're not going to be able to eradicate COVID, and breakthrough infections will always happen. We don't need the vaccines to block infection-- we only need them to protect against severe illness. And they're very good at that.

Right, so just not care about Covid? You mean the plan that killed 800k Americans. Good plan. The plan that left many with long term health issues. We need behavior and people like you refuse to be part of the solution.

Most of those deaths were from unvaccinated people, so your point is not valid

So, anytime someone expresses concern, you'll just minimize it and act like its no big deal. Great. We see why we are having such a spread. Thank you!

+1,000

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:No doubt that cases are increasing rapidly in MCPS even among vaccinated kids. Is it a possible sign of waning vaccine protection in kids too?

These vaccines only work a short time and it’s unclear how well they stop transmission.

You're looking at it wrong. We're not going to be able to eradicate COVID, and breakthrough infections will always happen. We don't need the vaccines to block infection-- we only need them to protect against severe illness. And they're very good at that.

Right, so just not care about Covid? You mean the plan that killed 800k Americans. Good plan. The plan that left many with long term health issues. We need behavior and people like you refuse to be part of the solution.

No, the plan is to get people vaccinated. Most of the deaths were in unvaccinated people. Yes, there will still be some medically frail people that die of COVID just like there are medically frail people that die of influenza and pneumonia. But we don't shut things down or mask indefinitely to try to prevent every single influenza death. You can't go through life without accepting risk.

The get everyone vaccinated plan isn't working. Majority of folks in this area ARE vaccinated. So, you need another strategy and talking point. That failed. Many of those positive are vaccinated. So, now what?

Right. And we're doing fine. Cases are moderate, but COVID deaths remain very low, and our hospitals still have capacity for additional patients.

This. The vaccines have done an excellent job at ensuring that if you do get Covid you do not get seriously ill unless you have an underlying condition/are medically fragile. The idea that we are going to eradicate Covid is absurd, it’s going to become endemic and everyone is going to have to learn how to navigate life with it. Very few of these vaccinated positives are seriously ill, so why would that require schools to shut down, a new stay at home order to be put in place, etc.? Putting aside the fact that no politician is going to return to lockdown or close schools, what would the benefit be? We are one of the most vaccinated and Covid cautious counties in the country and we are seeing an increase in cases right along with everyone else, so what good would adding restrictions do?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:No doubt that cases are increasing rapidly in MCPS even among vaccinated kids. Is it a possible sign of waning vaccine protection in kids too?

These vaccines only work a short time and it’s unclear how well they stop transmission.

You're looking at it wrong. We're not going to be able to eradicate COVID, and breakthrough infections will always happen. We don't need the vaccines to block infection-- we only need them to protect against severe illness. And they're very good at that.

Right, so just not care about Covid? You mean the plan that killed 800k Americans. Good plan. The plan that left many with long term health issues. We need behavior and people like you refuse to be part of the solution.

No, the plan is to get people vaccinated. Most of the deaths were in unvaccinated people. Yes, there will still be some medically frail people that die of COVID just like there are medically frail people that die of influenza and pneumonia. But we don't shut things down or mask indefinitely to try to prevent every single influenza death. You can't go through life without accepting risk.

The get everyone vaccinated plan isn't working. Majority of folks in this area ARE vaccinated. So, you need another strategy and talking point. That failed. Many of those positive are vaccinated. So, now what?

Right. And we're doing fine. Cases are moderate, but COVID deaths remain very low, and our hospitals still have capacity for additional patients.

Enough with the death statistics. That may be your marker but for some of us, its not. What is wrong with you? Multiple colleges are having huge outbreaks. Multiple schools are having huge outbreaks. The MD state statistics and MCPS are not being updated. We are NOT fine anymore.

Must be nice to just wish away things you don't want and pretend they aren't there. However, most of us don't have that luxury.

Are deaths low? There has been no report of deaths in 10 days so there is no way to know. I wouldn't rely on low deaths as the basis for any argument.