Since the outbreak of the deadly Ebola virus has breached U.S. borders, government agencies and Cable News outlets have been reasonably responsible in reporting events as they've evolved. With reckless speculation being kept to a minimum, the public has responded reasonably well to the news. And quite frankly, we think that's a damn shame.
To date, there have been few if any unsubstantiated tales of private medical facilities treating Ebola victims, yet to be identified. So far, not one story has surfaced about secret research labs testing possible antidotes on poor, homeless types that won't be missed. With all that's going on in the world, a good Halloween scare could send some of the weaker minded amongst us right over the top. Wouldn't that be fun to see?
One would have to admit, it would be really interesting if word got out that hundreds of people have been misdiagnosed in ill prepared hospitals across the country. What if thousands of symptomatic cases were being underreported or worse, unreported by those charged with panic management. How would anyone know if the nation's network of medical clinics and out patient care facilities are up to speed with CDC contamination prevention protocols? What if they didn't get the memo marked URGENT!
What if "The Government" knew the Ebola virus could one day be transmitted by a cough, a sneeze, a sweaty palm, a contaminated tabletop, a keyboard, a microphone or a toilet seat. Do you really think you'd be the first to know? Hell, at this point, even those who should be the first to know, don't know!
If you dare to think about all the minimum wage earning food service workers there are in this country and how much we all depend on their attention to proper hygiene and cleanliness, we could have a real issue with their unwashed hands.
Bottom line: Until the world announces a cure for the Cooties, protect yourselves. Don't eat food you didn't prepare yourself. Don't let people use your stuff. Don't use other people's stuff. Be rude, don't shake hands. Don't kiss anybody. Don't let anybody kiss you. Don't be a hero trying to help others. Don't hang out with people that will help others. Don't allow anyone to help you. Don't go outside and for God's sake, if you do, don't even think about breathing. If you follow these simple prudent recommendations, you should be okay. Enjoy your day.