Here’s an animated chart that shows how COVID-19 cases and deaths have grown globally compared to their causes of death like fire, influenza, and malaria over the same time frame. The timeline begins on January 1, 2020, and COVID-19 starts at the very bottom of the chart with zero deaths.

https://public.flourish.studio/visualisation/2634167/?fbclid=IwAR3SfwQFl7UkyJ-DIYp1D_Y1idQM-tHdpuqVdK7SpMxqNI2sA-dO7-5qFS8

Why do some people preach that you can get infected again after recovering, and then say this won't get solved until we have a vaccine?

Doesn't vulnerability of reinfection render a vaccine useless?

Has anyone been successful in negotiating the schedule on a global pregnancy bill? My provider won't bill by visit and split the global cost into four payments all due by the 28th week. I don't understand how that's legal since it is so off the calendar of services and crosses calendar years (and insurance coverage), where most costs are incurred at the end of pregnancy with increased visit frequency and delivery.

Any parents here? How did you originally explain the Covid pandemic to your children?

I'm a little worried about microplastics in my food. Is this just hysteria?

I have a serious concern. I am a 23 year old male and still suffer from bedwetting issues and I am just done with this at this point. Does anyone know why this happens or the cause of it? Appreciated

1/22/22 Daily Checkin! What’s your work out for this Saturday?

My upper back feels tight lately. How can I stretch it out

Has anyone used walking to lose weight? I enjoy walking and need to lose weight but somehow don’t feel like it’s enough. Would love to hear your experiences!

I work out pretty late (9-10pm), and always take a protein shake afterwards before bed. Should I just leave for the next morning if Im looking to lose weight? (Im already taking flavourless protein to minimize carbs and calories)

Moving from T2 to McKinsey. How do vacation requests work? I have family and friends getting married this fall in weddings delayed because of covid, but I’ll just have started so wanted to get a sense of how realistic taking vacation this fall would be and how to approach taking it (e.g. mention to HR, staffing). TIA!

Best recent healthcare books related to improving our broken system? Atul Gawande’s books are a bit dated now I think.

Just finished An American Sickness again. Thank you!

How often do you cry at your job? I cry usually one day a week triggered by stress/overwhelm but want to know if this is a typical response

Anyone tried biossance skin care line? I’m Pregnant and wanted something safe and clean during my pregnancy.

How open are mental health discussions in your families? Whether it be talking about your struggles or suggesting therapy to family members? Anyone done it successfully and mind sharing ideas here?

Quarantine vices you are picking up. I’m drinking a can of Coca Cola every day

Been having stomach cramps, digestion issues and been feeling slightly nauseous for the last 3 days, I’m worried it’s COVID symptoms. Is stomach cramps a symptom and should I be concerned?

If people took COVID as seriously as they do CDIFF- they would wear masks! LOL

Has anyone tested positive with COVID while pregnant? My spouse just tested positive and I’m staying someplace else to keep safe. But curious how worried I should be if I end up getting the virus?

Can one get transferred to JPMC canada after serving one year in bangalore? I will get married and my spouse will have visa in canada and i will be the dependent one. Can i mention this to my manager and see if it is possible to get me transferred to Canada branch? Or i will have to leave the job?

I revised my CTC from JPMC before joining. Now in 1-1 discussion my manager told very nice things about me but also told me that my CTC is already above market standards for my experience and tech stack. He told that they won't be able to justify my pay and gave me SOO. How much is the hike and bonus for SOO rating?

Does anyone have a good way of managing customer profiles? Working in logistics I speak with a lot of different customers, carriers, warehouses, brokers, etc and I am looking for a way to organize the notes I have for each one that I can filter through. My company most likely won’t purchase new software but we do have basic Microsoft programs. TIA !

Most of my family members think all I do is write addresses on boxes and toss them in the mail. Is there anyone else who has this problem? It feels like people think of logistics as unskilled labor

What IEP software/web service does your district use? My district has been converting from SEAS Achieve to SEAS Attain this year, but I’m curious about what else is out there.

Been having trouble moving on since girlfriend ended relationship 3 weeks ago after 2+ years of dating. Before ending it she came over 3 weeks prior to basically give me a chance to work things out and we had a good discussion but then I went back into our routine and didn’t really fight for it or have serious follow up convos that we needed. Now I just have so many regrets that I let her go. I know we still love each other and left on “good” terms but can’t forgive myself for my lack of action.

How do you choose 529 college plans. Currently in MD but will move to TX or GA in next couple of years. Any plans that avoids locking into specific state and allow to use funds for private or public colleges.

Thoughts on Dechert FRE (real estate)?

I’m so burned out and not sure what to do. 29 in Texas. I am currently a Deli Manager. My experience is in banking, real estate, shipping and receiving, caregiving and the obvious retail. Unfortunately I struggle getting a job due to a deferred adjudication on my record for theft. It was dismissed but it still pops up I have 4 more years before I can seal the record. Idk what I could do and still make a living.

17/13 check in
Upper body day for me!

Hi Fishes--what would be in hand salary in WIPRO for 26LPA..considering 15% variable as well.. Usually how much they pay from variable.

How much time does novartis take to reach back with offer after salary discussions round where I conveyed my expectations ?

I received an offer from Optum on the first day of joining of another organization. The offer is much much better than at which I have joined. I am really feeling low. What should I do?

Anybody selected at an architect level in LTIindtree/LNT Infotech ?

BCGers your NYC office makes me pretttty jelly... 😳 can't wait for us to leave 52nd st

Just found this bowl. What are we doing? Are we going to start a union or what? All I see in here are posts about other places unionizing....

I wanted to catch up on TCJA that took place since 2019. Any guidance where to get relevant reading material to do a quick catch-up?

Anyone that is WFH but rents a small office space to work from?

I don't want to have to go to an office with coworkers, but I do feel like I'd be more productive getting out of home office a couple of days per week.

Feel the same?

Tips on keeping the house cool without air conditioning? Moved from Texas to Western Europe where A/C isn’t common in homes, yet it’s all I knew growing up! Ideas beyond the obvious of keeping shades drawn during peak sunshine and windows open at night?

Does receiving a ‘Does Not Meet Expectations’ on year-end review with no other next steps - In this environment - basically mean I’m on the chopping block? Should I start job hunting?

Best books on entrepreneurship? Trying to find a good birthday gift for a friend thinking of starting his own company and exploring business ideas

Anyone found an affordable adjustable standing desk they like? I have an iMac and a laptop is like to be able to fit on it.

Thoughts on posting promotion updates on LinkedIn during this time? Being mindful of mass layoffs and the unemployment rate, do you think those who earn promotions should postpone posting the update?

If a headhunter approaches someone for c suite position but you know a friend who knows key decision maker/chairman. Do you just bypass headhunter? Its in round 3 shortlist.

What have you bought recently that makes you feel like it gave you the best bang for your buck?

I have to work pretty late tonight. Tips on staying awake and focused? Coffee/espresso/energy drinks won't do the trick.

I hate cutting onions - are there any easy workarounds?

Anyone care to guess what’s going to happen to the luxury sector? Don’t think us middle class people will be blowing money at Gucci if we can lose our jobs at any minute even if we do have some spare cash and that must be a good chunk of sales

I am just starting my weight loss journey, trying to figure out what my BMI is and what types of food makes me more fat. Any one here can make recommendations? I googled but so much info...

Does anyone know when the best time of the year would be to buy a car is now? How is this current pandemic/economy affecting dealer pricing, etc?

Is it unreasonable for me to ask my husband to leave his job (or request unpaid time off) to take care of our children? We have been trying to both work from home with 2 kids at home (ages 2 and 4) and it has been a general shitshow every day. I’m dropping the ball at work constantly, working till 2am almost every night and working every weekend, and the kids are suffering too (way too much tv time and not enough outdoor time and constantly acting out for attention as we are unable to engage...

Where is this confessions bowl people keep mentioning?

Looking for a home office chair…I need something really ergonomic/comfortable but given the visibility of the office in the house the wife wants something stylish. She keeps calling all my ideas ‘gamer chairs’ even though they’re definitely not. Anyone have any chairs they really like that may be worth looking at? I feel like I’ve looked everywhere (Steelcase, Herman Miller, humanscale, Haworth, xchair, etc).