[C. C. Rider]

Originally Posted by MACH7SS

The concept of "herd immunity" is not new nor is it an idea brought to the forefront by the current Coronavirus Pandemic. Herd immunity is how humans thru the ages have survived against virus in all shapes and forms. Some we have developed vaccines and medications but some like SARS and MERS we have not yet. The bottom line is this: a retiree living in the Villages can self isolate longer than most people but eventually you, like all of us, will leave your home and venture out. You will need food, medicines, physician appointments, hair cuts, new clothing, etc. And just think, you will want to visit with family, grandchildren, and friends. The world cannot isolate forever and the Coronavirus and all of its mutations are not going anywhere soon. We may develop a vaccine in a year or two or three but that will work against COVID-19. What about the next virus? And the virus after that? You are being exposed to active viruses all the time. Yes, the COVID-19 is worse than most but isolating indefinitely is not going to happen. It is impossible!

Very well stated. Very logical and well reasoned. It's unfortunate that so many people think that if they just sit this out for a few months, the problem will go away. I don't think it will.