Covid-19 Pandemic
 Here’s the latest news: Africa turns to home care with cases inundating hospitals London’s Oxford Street stores will open for first time since MarchBeijing shuts vegetable market after Covid-19 cases Lessons From Korea’s flareups Everyone’s talking about a second wave. In South Korea, they’re actively prepping for it, and the plans won’t center on locking down cities or banning group activities. Having successfully fended off a massive outbreak earlier this year — without imposing severe restrictions — the Asian nation is preparing for an even bigger one by bolstering and refining its tried-and-true approach of aggressive testing and contact tracing. And Korea’s virus fighters are getting help from the most unlikely places: small flareups that are providing invaluable lessons and experience to combat future outbreaks.  Pedestrians wearing protective masks cross a road in Daejeon, South Korea. Photographer: SeongJoon Cho/Bloomberg The knowledge gained from putting out these fires has translated into several new virus fighting techniques. For instance, a recent spread at gay nightclubs where customers were reticent about coming forward led health authorities to offer free, anonymous testing. And to avoid similar obstacles to contact tracing, investigators introduced a QR code registration system for “high-risk” facilities. Such examples reflect the country’s no-shutdown approach, which perhaps derives from a realization that the pandemic won’t be going away anytime soon. So, why should anyone pay attention to what’s happening in Seoul? Consider this: South Korea and the U.S. confirmed their first coronavirus case on the same day in late January. By late February, Korea had the world’s second-worst outbreak. Now it has the second-least number of cases and deaths among G-20 nations, and all without imposing draconian measures.–Peter Pae Listen up The Effect of Quarantine on Kids When the country went into lockdown this spring, it forced kids to adapt to a new life at home. The adjustment for them–and their parents — has been huge. Experts still aren’t sure what will happen in the upcoming school year, meaning kids could be living in quarantine for much longer. Kristen V. Brown reports on what we how children are coping with the virus so far.  Photographer: Patricia Suzara Photographer: Patricia Suzara Coming events: Can the world’s medical researchers, scientists and public policy advocates work in tandem to outwit the virus and health challenges that now threaten mankind? Join us on June 16 at 10 a.m. EDT as we discuss how to overcome these crises. See the full lineup and register here. On June 18th, hear from senior leaders including Dame Jayne-Anne Gadhia of Snoop and Johann Butting of Slack on how they bolstered digital offerings and positioned for the pandemic amid a surging need for digital technologies. Get details and register here. What you should read Resurgence Puts Governors Back in Hot Seat Little appetite for stopping commerce even as cases bounce. Thousands Protest in Australia Health officials warn mass gatherings risk re-sparking the virus. More Filipinos Going Hungry More than 90% of residents are experiencing stress. West Point speech to signal U.S. reopening Trump faces backlash over threat to use military against protesters. Johnson needs to get children back to school Martin Ivens calls it a dangerous political moment. Know someone else who would like this newsletter? Have them sign up here. Have any questions, concerns, or news tips on Covid-19 news? Get in touch or help us cover the story. Like this newsletter? Subscribe for unlimited access to trusted, data-based journalism in 120 countries around the world and gain expert analysis from exclusive daily newsletters, The Bloomberg Open and The Bloomberg Close. Follow Us Get the newsletter You received this message because you are subscribed to Bloomberg’s Coronavirus Daily newsletter. Unsubscribe | Bloomberg.com | Contact Us Bloomberg L.P. 731 Lexington, New York, NY, 10022 |
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