PANIC MODE
I popped into ASDA early today to grab some probs for the video I'm making about "how to kill germs". I needed to pick up some hand sanitisers, anti-bacterial hand washes, disinfectants, e.t.c.
All gone!
I also noticed that the particular anti-viral foam I use is also sold out on Amazon with no restock date. Are we now officially in panic mode?
I checked the situation at the local pharmacy, and ironically only the effective stuff remained. All the stuff that won't really work well are sold out. The things that can really kill viruses, like surgical spirits, clinical disinfectants, e.t.c., are still on the shelf. This is probably because the general public doesn't really understand how these things work - which is why I'm trying to make this video.
I also observed a lot of people walk up to the first aid section, pick up things like Detol disinfectants and think about it for a while, before leaving it back on the shelf.
In both ASDA and the pharmacy, there was a prevailing smell of bleach. A member of staff told me that they are wiping down the shop, especially the payment stations, routinely.
While it is a bit unsettling, it's good to see people are taking precaution and at least making an effort, even if ineffective.
What precautions are you taking?