Without imposing (by force) extremely draconian measures, Covid-19 is going to spread in the UK and other countries (and even extremely draconian measures don't guarantee no spread).
Furthermore, we know that for the vast majority of people who do contract this, the symptoms are not severe, let alone deadly.
But for the elderly, infirm and immuno-compromised, there is the potential for Covid-19 to be serious and, more a minority, deadly.
I would suggest that instead of imposing deprivations on everyone, those at higher risk of complications from Covid-19 self-isolate wherever possible. The vast majority of the country could then get on with everyday life.
I'd also be strict regarding the hospitalisation of people without severe reactions/complications. Treatment should predominantly be undertaken at home - but with, say, a special dedicated service for those with the virus and at home, if the symptoms become severe or complications arise, whereby they will be fast-tracked into care by a professional.
Originally Posted by: Saint Snow