[stan the man]

Originally Posted by CFrance

The "thank"button seems not to be working. But thank you, Starflyte1. Who's to know what anyone's particular circumstances are at any point in time.

The weirdest thing I saw was Grizzly Salmon Oil for my dog. It's normally $28-32 for a pint on amazon prime, but today it was $47. Not much to do with covid-19, but gouging, to say the least.

Grizzly Salmon Oil

[guitarguy]

Basic economics teaches us that as prices go up due to increased demand, more manufacturers will enter production as they see the opportunity to make money. If we limit pricing too much as demand increases we will have empty shelves. There will be no incentive for new producers to enter the marker. There have been many stories of new and different companies entering the hand sanitizer market. But it does take time for the increased supply to reach our stores.
I do appreciate retailers that limit purchasing to prevent hoarding during unusual times. The shelves may empty quickly but at least many people have the opportunity to buy a highly desired item such as hand sanitizer.

[shirleyjerez]

I love that saying

[Carla B]

Originally Posted by Mumbles

Actually, a local FL channel reported that, in a zoo, a wild cat keeper infected one of his/her cats! I had just finished asking my nurse wife if animals could catch the virus.
Eager to see what becomes of it if the news story is correct and has been researched.

I also saw that story on ABC News on my iPad. It was a tiger at the Bronx Zoo infected by its caretaker.

[retiredguy123]

Price gouging is like pornography. You can't define it, but you know it when you see it.

[rmd2]

Price gouging in other areas - fast food. Who would have thought? I was just a little hungry so I went to a drive thru fast food for junior fries which are $1.20. When I went to the window she said it was $2.50. I said that is over double what they are normally. She said That's what it is now. I said keep them (of course I could pay it but it's the principle of gouging). Also there was a tip jar on the ledge. I wonder if there is even a manager there or the few people inside are just doubling the prices to make more money. It will be interesting to see if they keep the tip jar out after this is over.

[tomhinz]

Cannot find Rubbing alcohol anywhere, so how do you make sanitizer?

[tomhinz]

Publix has raised prices on their meats a lot.

[fdpaq0580]

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby

I think if I had an autoimmune disease, I would already have a modest stockpile (a few bottles at least) of sanitizer for hands, some for surfaces, and some for the air, in a cabinet. That way if something did happen and I needed to prepare for a serious medical event, I'd have plenty of time to get what I need from reliable sources at the going rates.

I took this a little different than some other folks. Rather than an attack or lecture, I took it as advice or " food for thought " for going forward into an uncertain future. While I believe this could have been phrased differently, the basic message is (IMO ) to always try to have a LITTLE extra on hand of things you really need. I try to do this already, thus our self isolation hasn't been as stressful as it has been for many. Stay safe and well and try to be a little more understanding of others who may not express themselves the same as you.

[DonnaNi4os]

I also have autoimmune disease, systemic lupus. My fear is that when it comes time to renew my prescription for hydroxychloroquine I won’t be able to get my hands on it or afford it. To the originator of this thread, I hear you. Stay safe everyone and above all, in a world where you can be anything, choose to be kind.

[Carlsondm]

You must use a storage locker some place. Stockpile is not a word I would expect in The Villages. My home has very little space to “stockpile”.
As you may have guessed, I was ticked by mention that someone with autoimmune problems had not prepared properly for this virus attack. How crude. Some people are seriously facing death. Some also may not be internet comfortable for ordering supplies.

If you have ideas that would help folks survive, that would be far more appreciated.

[Anne17]

If you are adding to the problem or not, you have to do what is necessary for your own health. I think you did the right thing.

[Anne17]

Have you tried to get rubbing alcohol lately? I think it eloped with the toilet paper.

[Carlsondm]

Vodka looks pretty good when you can’t find rubbing alcohol.

[Marvic 1]

Originally Posted by bonrich

Easy recipe to make your own, but a slight problem, cannot find the the aloe and the alcohol to do it, ergo, HOARDING.

Whats up with these companies that make these products (Sanitizers, Toilet paper etc. etc..) did they layoff heir workers that we can't fine these products in supermarkets?