Immunocompromised people urge others to practice social distancing to contain transmission of the Corona Virus.
People who are at higher risk of contracting Corona Virus urged others to practice social distancing by sharing the reality of their health condition. This is to encourage people to abide by health advisories being issued in this crucial time.
The number of Corona Virus cases is increasing around the world and many countries are urging people to practice social distancing. This is important as many people are immunocompromised and contracting the infection can be a matter of life and death for them.
While some people are experiencing mild symptoms and have recovered, others are more vulnerable to this virus.
#HighRiskCovid19 started trending after people shared how vulnerable they are and urged people to stay at home.
Here are their stories:
My name is Imani Barbarin, I have cerebral palsy, diabetes and sleep apnea. All of these things affect my breathing in their own way.
I have increased risk factors. If I get this virus, it’s life and death. #HighRiskCovid19 pic.twitter.com/mSzayeazda
— Crutches&Spice ♿️ : Rude For A Disabled Person (@Imani_Barbarin) March 15, 2020
Hi y’all! I‘m Kati. I have #EhlersDanlos w/ MCAS, celiac, congenital heart disease, (med resistant) gastroparesis, POTS, & more. I’m tube fed, IV hydrated via chest port, on corticosteroids, w/ 48% lung function.
I turned 29 2 weeks ago. I’m #HighRiskCovid19 & deserve to see 30. pic.twitter.com/MMCFi5nK0b
— Kati (Noted Invalid)👩🏻🦽🧙🏻♀️ (@katimcf) March 15, 2020
I am living with stage 4 cancer. I am receiving monthly immunotherapy. I am immunocompromised. #HighRiskCovid19 pic.twitter.com/HbwYAf9IjQ
— KrissySnow (@TheKrissySnow) March 15, 2020
Hi, I’m #immunocompromised with an autoimmune disorder (rheumatoid arthritis @CreakyJoints @ArthritisFdn), taking medication that wipes out my immune system in order to help me move (methotrexate -type of chemo). #HighRiskCOVID19 pic.twitter.com/eTIOf5C04c
— Hiro @ Social Distancing 🛌 (@hirokonishimura) March 15, 2020
#HighRiskCovid19 my 88 mother in a nursing home. I’m locked out, she’s locked in. Let me see her again please. #StayAtHome please! pic.twitter.com/zBZX6yRXzu
— Susan (@Sclarke158) March 15, 2020
I have Osteogenesis Imperfecta, which restricts my breathing. I have scarring in my lungs from frequent bouts of pneumonia. I also have heart arrhythmia when I have fevers. I am #HighRiskCovid19. Think abt me when you break #SocialDistancing. pic.twitter.com/3N05zPE4Ke
— See Mia Wash Her Hands 🧼👏🏼 🦮👩🏻🦽 (@SeeMiaRoll) March 15, 2020
I’m immunocompromised and my life counts. I’m high risk for blood clots and inflammation damage from #RA #highriskCOVID19 pic.twitter.com/WUsv3QsZna
— Shelley Fritz (@Dividivigirl) March 15, 2020
The number of cases in India has increased to 125 and 2 deaths have been reported so far. Malls, gyms and many public places have been shut till 31st March.
