Why is drive-thru, takeout, delivery allowed to continue?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

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Anonymous wrote:Why? Because America is the most capitalist of capitalist countries. The almighty dollar is more important than anything. Minimizing the impact to the economy and stock market is more important than saving lives in this country. We have seen it time and time again from slavery to cigarettes to opioids to today, America will sell it’s soul for a profit. All that other BS about people not knowing how to cook or to give people an outlet or because it has minimal risk is just that, BS. Americans are selfish and greedy AF and if it can save a buck or two who cares if it kills people. That’s why.

How are overwhelmed and overworked healthcare workers supposed to feed themselves?

They're supposed to pack a lunch and bring it to work, same as I do.

Actually, every hospital has food services on site.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:It helps the economy.

It allows first responders to get food.

There is NOT evidence that this virus is foodborne.

I completely understand taking this seriously, but the impact of this on the economy is already catastrophic. We cannot shut down everything.

This. There's an absolute need for the measures being taken right now, but I'm not sure everyone realizes the resulting economic catastrophe. If takeout and delivery help keep a few businesses afloat when everything else is shut down, great. Risk is still being minimized.

[Anonymous]

Do people feel safe enough to order take-out and delivery? I really want to order to help out our local restaurants, but still....super nervous about putting my immuno-compromised wife and young baby in danger.

We are both teleworking, we make great money, and are in zero danger of losing our jobs (one Fed, one is a health care exec - both of us working crazy hours to manage the crisis in mission critical roles).

What's the best protocol? Delivery or pick up? Wipe down containers and then transfer to our own plates?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Do people feel safe enough to order take-out and delivery? I really want to order to help out our local restaurants, but still....super nervous about putting my immuno-compromised wife and young baby in danger.

We are both teleworking, we make great money, and are in zero danger of losing our jobs (one Fed, one is a health care exec - both of us working crazy hours to manage the crisis in mission critical roles).

What's the best protocol? Delivery or pick up? Wipe down containers and then transfer to our own plates?

Feel totally safe. Yes, wipe down the containers.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Do people feel safe enough to order take-out and delivery? I really want to order to help out our local restaurants, but still....super nervous about putting my immuno-compromised wife and young baby in danger.

We are both teleworking, we make great money, and are in zero danger of losing our jobs (one Fed, one is a health care exec - both of us working crazy hours to manage the crisis in mission critical roles).

What's the best protocol? Delivery or pick up? Wipe down containers and then transfer to our own plates?

Immunity-compromised is a different story than most people. That really raises your risk threshold. I still don’t think there is any risk in the food. You would probably want to plate it for her then throw the packaging away and wash your hands.

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:So no more dining in at restaurants in Maryland. Allowing drive-thru, takeout and delivery seems to be an unnecessary and dangerous concession. This is an emergency. We need a lockdown a la Italy.

https://www.marketwatch.com/story/maryland-governor-announces-restaurant-closures-limiting-gatherings-2020-03-16

How is standing in line at a fast food restaurant different from standing in line at a grocery store. I will say that people in the grocery store did keep their distance today. It took this for people to respect personal space.

Most places doing carryout and delivery are taking orders via the drive thru or an app. For instance, the Starbucks by my house has moved to only mobile orders, to limit the number of people in the store at one time. I'd be interested to see if any fast food place has long lines today.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Do people feel safe enough to order take-out and delivery? I really want to order to help out our local restaurants, but still....super nervous about putting my immuno-compromised wife and young baby in danger.

We are both teleworking, we make great money, and are in zero danger of losing our jobs (one Fed, one is a health care exec - both of us working crazy hours to manage the crisis in mission critical roles).

What's the best protocol? Delivery or pick up? Wipe down containers and then transfer to our own plates?

Immunity-compromised is a different story than most people. That really raises your risk threshold. I still don’t think there is any risk in the food. You would probably want to plate it for her then throw the packaging away and wash your hands.

My wife just asked if the food handlers are wearing masks and gloves when preparing the food. I would hope so, but we can't be in the kitchen to ensure it's happening. It just seems like such an un-needed risk right now. I can't sanitize a sandwich if lung droplets get on it from a sick worker who isn't showing signs.

There's too many unknowns, unfortunately. Which really sucks. Maybe I will just make a donation to my favorite spots.

[Anonymous]

1. Some people are working --not just healthcare workers. They need to eat.
2. Some people do not have the space to keep lots of food on hand.
3. Some people do not know how to cook.

And, it is a good idea to keep the economy going as much as possible.

I saw some truckers interviewed this morning. They need to eat, too. Unfortunately, they cannot get food from fast food because you are not allowed to walk up to the drive through.

[Anonymous]

I am so tired of cooking 3x/day every day. I am willing to risk it all for take-out so I don’t end up on the news in handcuffs

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I am so tired of cooking 3x/day every day. I am willing to risk it all for take-out so I don’t end up on the news in handcuffs

Most likely you are fine. We did take out last night. Few people on the roads during rush hour. No one else picking up food. Friday will probably have more but they need the business I’m sure.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Do people feel safe enough to order take-out and delivery? I really want to order to help out our local restaurants, but still....super nervous about putting my immuno-compromised wife and young baby in danger.

We are both teleworking, we make great money, and are in zero danger of losing our jobs (one Fed, one is a health care exec - both of us working crazy hours to manage the crisis in mission critical roles).

What's the best protocol? Delivery or pick up? Wipe down containers and then transfer to our own plates?

Just cook your own food. It’s not hard.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I am so tired of cooking 3x/day every day. I am willing to risk it all for take-out so I don’t end up on the news in handcuffs

Most likely you are fine. We did take out last night. Few people on the roads during rush hour. No one else picking up food. Friday will probably have more but they need the business I’m sure.

PP here. Oh, I’ve already ordered out and am just being dramatic. I am neurotic, but not THAT neurotic.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Do people feel safe enough to order take-out and delivery? I really want to order to help out our local restaurants, but still....super nervous about putting my immuno-compromised wife and young baby in danger.

We are both teleworking, we make great money, and are in zero danger of losing our jobs (one Fed, one is a health care exec - both of us working crazy hours to manage the crisis in mission critical roles).

What's the best protocol? Delivery or pick up? Wipe down containers and then transfer to our own plates?

Immunity-compromised is a different story than most people. That really raises your risk threshold. I still don’t think there is any risk in the food. You would probably want to plate it for her then throw the packaging away and wash your hands.

My wife just asked if the food handlers are wearing masks and gloves when preparing the food. I would hope so, but we can't be in the kitchen to ensure it's happening. It just seems like such an un-needed risk right now. I can't sanitize a sandwich if lung droplets get on it from a sick worker who isn't showing signs.

There's too many unknowns, unfortunately. Which really sucks. Maybe I will just make a donation to my favorite spots.

This is exactly why we’re not doing takeout. I have some immunity issues and can’t take the chance of multiple workers who take the bus, interact with large amounts of people, have no sick leave, etc, touching my food. Think of the multiple people who pick the lettuce, box it, unload it, wash it, cut it, and prepare your food. It’s just too risky. I’ve seen so many of them make food and scratch their faces with the gloves on, ring up a customer, and go back to preparing food without changing gloves. I pray that when this subsides, we are in a financial position to go out to eat many of our meals and tip well.

[Anonymous]

A non trivial percentage of the populations relies on restaurant and takeout for their main source of food.
For all sorts of reasons.
“ A new survey shows that people who eat out, tend to eat out quite often. According to the survey, 56 percent say they dine at a restaurant, get take out or have a meal delivered 2 to 3 times a week. Fully 10 percent said they eat out 4 to 6 times a week, and 6 percent said they eat out everyday.May 16, 2019

https://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2019/05/16/survey-shows-how-often-americans-dine-out/

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Do people feel safe enough to order take-out and delivery? I really want to order to help out our local restaurants, but still....super nervous about putting my immuno-compromised wife and young baby in danger.

We are both teleworking, we make great money, and are in zero danger of losing our jobs (one Fed, one is a health care exec - both of us working crazy hours to manage the crisis in mission critical roles).

What's the best protocol? Delivery or pick up? Wipe down containers and then transfer to our own plates?

Immunity-compromised is a different story than most people. That really raises your risk threshold. I still don’t think there is any risk in the food. You would probably want to plate it for her then throw the packaging away and wash your hands.

My wife just asked if the food handlers are wearing masks and gloves when preparing the food. I would hope so, but we can't be in the kitchen to ensure it's happening. It just seems like such an un-needed risk right now. I can't sanitize a sandwich if lung droplets get on it from a sick worker who isn't showing signs.

There's too many unknowns, unfortunately. Which really sucks. Maybe I will just make a donation to my favorite spots.

This is exactly why we’re not doing takeout. I have some immunity issues and can’t take the chance of multiple workers who take the bus, interact with large amounts of people, have no sick leave, etc, touching my food. Think of the multiple people who pick the lettuce, box it, unload it, wash it, cut it, and prepare your food. It’s just too risky. I’ve seen so many of them make food and scratch their faces with the gloves on, ring up a customer, and go back to preparing food without changing gloves. I pray that when this subsides, we are in a financial position to go out to eat many of our meals and tip well.

You understand that people picking the food in fields cannot give you Coronavirus right? It does not indefinitely on surfaces.