But only from trusted sources, not just anyone
I have heard this may be a bio-attack by China.  Either planned from the start or that once the virus developed they took advantage of it to harm other nations.  I don’t know if this is true but I think it might be.
I'm a stay at home mom who is pregnant, so I already didn't go out much.
Studying medical coding. Former medical transcriptionist.
Husband's income was reduced due to less selling opportunities
I paid to take the LgM/LgG antibody test and was negative.  Probably would be a good question on this survey.
You have to listen and evaluate all of them, as they all have spin.
I heard about it and realized it was serious before it hit the US. I’ve been teleworking 5 years already. But have been in fairly tight lockdown since mid-March.
None of the behaviors other than avoiding touching face in public more are new behaviors. Change in behaviors such as using pick up curb side and cancelling events or appointments were not choice but due to orders.
serious for a certain group of higher risk persons
Having been married to an RN for over 30 years and as a retired librarian, I pay close attention to the sources of information I use.  Reports and claims are double-checked against a second source unless I know it to be reliable (CDC, governor's office, D.r Fauci, etc.).
I just want to get back to normal.  Our business and scientific communities need to work together to find and distribute a cure/vaccine/treatment.  Most cable 'news' outlets cant be trusted; they complain too much about our leaders, who are doing the best job they can with an unknown disease.
National printed news like The New York Times and Washington Post.
I think once I heard how fast it was spreading from place to place and person to person and the deaths back in early or mid March made me think this was serious. When the San Francisco area went on lockdown I decided I would as well.
I work as a full time teacher and am also a part time student.
All together to check for patterns in messages. Never independently.
I am retired but husband is working from home
News coverage and social media is too political.  I prefer to get my information from other places.
Know people in direct CDC conference call and most-current updates
Should have acted more quickly and most people should be using their common sense.
I am agoraphobic, so stayed home most of the time before the pandemic.
Medscape, NPR, NBC news, google news, Washington Post
I'm a nurse practitioner so I spend more time educating my patients about how to stay safe and correct misinformation
I wish the media would stop reporting what Trump says and does- he's as useless as an asshole on an elbow!
Washington Post, NY Times, local paper, Wall Street Journal, etc.
New York Times; John Hopkins Covid 19 Mapper
Order all groceries via online delivery (have stopped visiting grocery stores entirely)
California's early mandated stay at home order really impacted my perspective about Covid-19
Have stopped watching the news. Read very little news online.  Am frustrated that our government leaders and retail decision makers are not more demanding of people to wear masks. I like that Costco mandated that all employees and customers wear masks in their stores. Very wise!
Would like more factual information from elected leaders; less politics, and a more humane approach to solving these challenges.
Wear gloves when filling car with gas; dispose in gas station’s nearby trash can.
I have a brain. I understand the science behind this, to the extent anyone can. I am informed by science, not whether or not Walmart or some church is open. Of course, if schools close, that’s a clue, but if they didn’t close, I would still make up my own mind.
Our investment savings has be reduced by about $150,000 due to stock market losses
I am horrified how many Virginians are pushing for the premature re-opening of non-essential businesses, churches and so on. Even some Virginia county sheriffs are refusing to enforce Gov. Northam’s life-saving regulations. (Culpeper County, for example, where infection and death numbers are rising as a result. This will get worse when the second wave hits, as it will. Our state MUST get serious about enforcement.
waiting till it's over (if ever) and wondering what our lives will be like as we move on
I am an ICU nurse in a dedicated COVID-19 unit.
Johns Hopkins data for cases and deaths from COVID-19
I specifically DO NOT trust info coming from White House
I work in the ED and see actual patients (some critical) coming in every day
Appalled by the misinformation and conspiracy theories circulating (especially those fueled by the White House and other leaders)
Johns Hopkins web site, CDC web Site, VDH web sites
Canceled kids activities and have not rejoined even as things have opened up
non-essentials ordered online, no shopping in stores
Videos showing the spread of this pandemic as compared to. Accounts from Scientists and Doctors
NYT, Washington Post Wall street Journal
I had a very mild course of COVID-19 and am now recovered but continue to apply all reliably recommended measures (masks, social distancing, handwashing, etc.) to protect others.
Some times people in the news interviewed or the speakers do not understand correctly what they are talking about. There is too much blaming people, this is a learn as you go situation. Having the COVID test done does not effect the quality or type of care a patient gets - having the test result does not mean relatively speaking a change in treatment. Symptoms and illness are treated. I think the virus came from the LAB in China and I do not believe the DNA/RNA sequencing does not show the virus has been altered by humans. I think it has and I think the Scientist know that part, but do not want to come out with that, for whatever reason. I don't believe necessarily the reports about that issue. China controls a lot of world organizations and their statements. There is a lot of infiltration.
Perhaps Covid is not so serious but peoples behavior has made it more so.
Science (especially virology, epidemiology, microbiology)blogs and podcasts
Stay at home mom, caretaker for older family members
Just to clarify, the information I get from Facebook is from the pages of scientific/medical journals or scientists/medical personnel working in fields related to this pandemic. I’m aware that much of the “information” that gets shared from person to person is wildly inaccurate and biased.
I am a healthcare work and see it first hand
In the beginning I was getting my information from a variety of sources. Right now the information is so conflicting it's hard to know what sources to trust. The country and the State of Virginia need leaders who actually follow their own guidance. I considered Northam a reasonable and educated source but he lost me when he took selfies at the beach this past weekend.
Still looking for leadership at the federal, state and local level that doesn't contradict itself with each new step up to the podium.  Trying to stay informed and be socially responsible but the numbers don't always match the message and it's frustrating for the average person who is just trying to do the right thing.   I know two families that have been affected and only one person in a house of 5 got the virus (all others were tested and came back negative and one was elderly and high risk but didn't get it) and in a household of 3 only 1 got infected (all others tested negative).  How is that possible with a "highly contagious" virus?  It's a challenge to know how to go forward.
I was living like a hermit before COVID-19, so my behavior didn't change much.
I'm incredibly well-informed and knowledgeable about science.  I knew what this was before any of the above options became relevant.
I wish there was more information about tests showing false negatives past one week from first symptoms.
still fully employed with same salary, but reassigned jobs
CNN, VDH, Johns Hopkins (May not be a news sight, but they offer information)
MD Governor Hogan's Recommendations to stay home.  Northram acted late.
Bill Gates is helping coming up with the vaccine for population control.
Cancelled planned travel, cancelled air travel, prepare all food at home.
I continue to be thoroughly disgusted at the lack of leadership, rejection of scientific information, and complete ignorance of our current administration.  HOW DID WE GET HERE????
News app - especially various international reporting
I already thought it was serious, from watching this situation unfold globally. So some of these are perhaps more “evidence that other people are taking this seriously.”
I started reading news reports late last year, watching this unfold globally. I was appalled by the limited response from the federal government, given the lead time we had to observe so many other nations. I have been very pleased with the state level guidance coming from Virginia (and the, I’m assuming coordinated response in the DC metro area). Definitely have concerns that we are in for spikes as people eagerly want to return to normal. Also, as a teacher and parent of schoolchildren - something needs to be done to address rural broadband access!! But please, please do not be hasty to reopen public schools. :)
NPR, AP, New York Times, Business Insider, The Wall Street Journal, BBC
While I appreciate many of the above actions (school closing, Northam's stay-at-home order, etc.) only two things have affected my perception of how serious this coronavirus is: What our public health (and other relevant) experts say, and the data (new cases, deaths, etc.).
I'm not sure if it's relevant - but I would like to add that I am also very concerned about our economy. I am a small business owner, and all of my clients are small business owners. I genuinely think that there are public health risks intrinsically tied to the downfall in the economy. I think that the concerns with coronavirus should definitely be weighted more heavily than the economic side - but I do think (at least at some point in the near future) that the population needs to hear more about how we are/will be handling that, too. It might be a particularly helpful communication tool for the people who still think this is a hoax.
I listen to Gov Cuomo each day to find out the scientific solutions to this pandemic.
I'm disheartened by people who shame those following directives, as if those following direction are fearful (wearing a mask in public, social distance, work from home) - Their resistance to scientifically based protocol is only going to prolong the process.  The virus doesn't give a shit how you feel.
Not working bec of covid-19 that shut down company budgets and recruiting the technology field.
peer reviewed information is 2-8 weeks ahead of public information, perhaps it should be given a place in the survey.  Best!
Washington Post, Richmond Times Dispatch, NPR, CNN, New York Times
New York Times, Guardian, Washington Post, Wall St Journal
Yes, don't believe anything the Donald Trump says!
National Radio & TV coverage, and Research, and also I have an elderly Mother
Disappointed with the information shared by many elected officials.  Found social media to be even less trustworthy.
Washington Post, New York Times, The Atlantic, The Guardian
All meals are now prepared at home Paid the house cleaner to stay at her home instead of cleaning ours Rarely have people visit the house, which is a big change Hold non perishable groceries and supplies for 24-48 hours in the car before bringing them into the house.  Hold perishable in the refrigerator in a special spot for 24 hours before use, unless they will be washed or cooked immediately.
When President Trump started down playing it, I knew it was serious.
Former Republican, now just disenfranchised.
Thank you for preparing this survey.  People who do not follow precautions put everyone at greater risk.
Work permanant part time for Loudoun County PRCS as CASA and camp supervisor.
I fear I will have to continue to work in child care even though I am at high risk for the virus.
If schools re open and I am forced to work in a high risk environment (school cafeteria with 72 students k-5) I fear the virus will take over and cause spikes in infections and I will me mortally at risk. I am 69 with high blood pressure. My Social security is $850 month as I pay for Medicare part B with no supplement. My rent at Wingler House  in Ashburn is over $1000 a month. I must work to survive.
Was full time, change to partime, transitioning to furlough in June 2020
The information from the White House is depressing and causing fear.  Americans are being directed to go into a certain direction without being told the true; hidden agendas.  The information given is political with hidden codes and not for the betterment of the certain American people, Mostly Black American people who were thrown in U-hauls and refrigerated truck as if they were trash being thrown away.  Finally, these are PEOPLE dying, not numbers and ONE death is ONE too many when it could have been controlled last year.  I believe many people was (+) with COVID-19 last year (November/December) but diagnose with acute hypoxic respiratory failure, respiratory viral infection, bronchitis, etc...
I live at the Ashby Ponds retirement community in Ashburn, VA. The have helped keep us isolated but have no plans to test us. That seems illogical or strange.
Washington Post, New York Times, Apple news
wish we could here more directly from the CDC
cnn, wtop, virginia government covid site
CDC, Virginia Health Dept, , INOVA sites, Johns Hopkins
No social media platforms are trustworthy, my friends post reliabile links.
I'm done panicking. I am well informed and use proper precautions. I will not allow myself or others to panic.
It was horrible to hear the quickly changing status of COVID 19. However, there are people who are working on it.
Washington Post; NYTimes.com and The Guardian; Vox.com
Also found information through my university’s webpage.
This section was hard to respond too from a technical perspective.
I was helping in multiple areas as an RN working in Informatics, such as answering phone calls for offices and tele-monitoring patients, so I was able to see signs and symptoms of the disease firsthand, and as they initially came through. There were the less common symptoms, such as GI issues and loss of taste and smell that were more prevalent, so I was more aware of these symptoms to watch for as I spoke to others. We also saw what medications were not working as we hoped and which ones were making more of an impact.
I’m retired so stay home most of the time. Go to grocery store once a week. Get carry out/curbside restaurant food once-twice a week.
Conflicting “guidance”  and actions from the POTUS concerning COVID-19;  impacts how others respond to information/guidance from medical professionals.
I don’t feel safe as a black man with high blood pressure and cops killing blacks daily
Washington Post. Google News aggregator.
It will change healthcare and the way we approach communicable disease spread. It will bring more mindfulness to infection control and hopefully help people wake up and protect their immune systems through diet and lifestyle so they will not be as affected or lose their life due to an illness like this. I hope there is a medication, no vaccine.
I am a nurse and I have seen people get sick and die from COVID 19 and its complications.
I am a pregnant nurse working in the frontline , I was cautious about practicing social distancing , I come to work and go home. I have avoided all public spaces, stores. I am very diligent about cleaning the frequently uses surfaces. I have asked my parents and in-laws to follow the CDC guidelines.
Knowing people who have had it or died of it!
Italian news that I watch is showing proactive solutions for transmission while the USA is focused on protesting. Sad!
From leaders of the healthcare system at which I am employed.
When Broadway went dark in New York City.
husband is full time. I am part time. previous income answer is for total household income. individually, I would be in the 40-59k range.
been sent to work on other units for almost two months
My sister is an infectious disease physician.
I don't know what I can do because of body issues.
I've noticed a drastic increase in misinformation and the tendency for people to believe them when they are in fear.
The news we are getting is less than factual and skewed to agendas
Do not get the type of information I would like/need.
I work in healthcare and see the effects firsthand.
Washington Post, News aggregates such as google news.
Instagram (follow washington post, cdc, news orgs)
Have never through anything like this before
This Week in Virology podcast, assorted other podcasts such as Epidemic, America Dissected, Science Ava, NPR Corona Virus Daily, Coronavirus: Fact vs Fiction, BBC Coronavirus Global Update, Coronacast (Australia)
Have put off some routine maintenance (HVAC, car) in part because not everyone is wearing masks and I especially don't want to deal with that in my home.
As soon as I heard about what was going on in Wuhan, I knew it was going to be bad. I actually stocked up on some things. I did not, however, foresee the toilet paper shortage but fortunately because I suffer from a chronic illness and I'm never sure when I'm going to be healthy and we're not, I tend to keep a good supply of non-perishable items in the house. The news that began to follow the epidemic in China only confirmed what I feared was coming.
Your categories do not make sense to me. I was a government worker, primarily in HR and staffing but also doing data analysis. I do not see a category for this.
I am dismayed by the federal response. Specifically the off-the-cuff management style of the current administration and their distain for actual science. I have far more respect for local government and applaud  the efforts that Virginia government and county government has taken to keep me informed and healthy and safe.  I believe that until we have far-reaching serology testing to understand the true percentage of the population that has developed antibodies and/or understand whether these antibodies even confer resistance, we will not be safe re-opening. I believe a new wave is coming and it's going to be far worse than what we've already been through. I only hope that the people that are refusing to follow guidance do not end up bringing the health care system and workers down with them. Much as I wish could be done with anti-VAXers, I wish that we could deny those who refuse to take steps to protect society any medical help once they inevitably become sick. I realize this is not a compassionate desire on my part.  But I don't think it's fair that those who show their disdain  for science will then demand it help them once they find themselves at the mercy of this virus. I would not mind being wrong about this, but I worry for our country.
I have tried to seek out credible sources for information and I am trying to do my part to protect myself and others.
Reputable university and medical center updates
David Muir, World News. I find him reputable and he highlights the day’s most important info and events.
I left the questions unanswered re staying home when sick or avoiding the sick. These situations have not occurred. If they had, I would have stayed home and avoided the sick. I only go out for necessary items as foods, TP, antibacterial products, and banking. I spend much of my time outdoors as I am an avid gardener.
With all of these actions, it was obvious it was very serious. But watching the death tolls from around the world, especially Italy and NYC, and other hotspots, it would tell any reasonable person that our situation here was critical. South  Korea was a good response country to watch. They wore masks immediately, shut down immediately, were prepared w/PPE, did testing, etc. and their nos. were kept low. Our leadership response was dismal, botched, and waffled back and forth constantly on info as our death toll rose sharply, and still is the worst in the world, our medical experts were either fired or sidelined, our hospitals and front line medical teams were sent into harm’s way without PPE (while the country was told they had all they needed),and we were not the least bit prepared for this pandemic in any way even as we were told our National stockpile was at the ready. If these current leaders were heads of companies, they’d have been fired long ago. As it is, we have to wait for an election that may even be delayed. I am truly embarrassed by our country’s minimal response to this deadly virus, and especially by a leader who called it a hoax as people were dying around the world in record numbers, and even here. I would imagine this country is looked upon now by world leaders as a bit of a joke, and definitely, we’ve lost the world’s respect.
I believe we should listen to our medical experts and realize that a second wave is likely forthcoming in the US. We could use this time to gather our resources, but I am not hopeful. I feel like our Govt. at the highest levels, including our representatives, has let the American public down during this 100-yr-pandemic, and so many have suffered greatly because of that fact.
I think it's obscure to consider sending kids back to school. They are historically the biggest spreaders of disease. They will not keep masks on it social distance effectively.  Many more people will die because of this!!!!! That is horrible!!!!! Children are more resilient than people think. What they don't learn at school they will gain in other lessons of living at home. This may better prepare them for adulthood than you know!
WHO, peer-reviewed science publications, one specific acquaintance who is an epidemiologist
furloughed and went to work at another place
I am an RN who works in an ICU at a major hospital system
I'm concerned that even the phased reopening is coming too soon based on the data regarding new infections and illness.
None I vote for the person not the party
Thanks for doing this. I hope it helps others.
Governor Northman’s response is abysmal. He is not a good leader - worried more about politics than safety.
Our state officials are sending mixed signals - Northampton needs to get a spine.
CNN, HuffPost, Apple News, Guardian, NY Times
DemocracyNow, RisingUp with Sonali, etc.
I started doing the regular grocery/supply shopping for my elderly mother.  I turned my bicycle into a grocery-hauler by installing grocery baskets onto it.  I bring this into the store and use it instead of the store's shopping carts/baskets.
When I found out that President Trump was handling it as a PR crisis rather than a health crisis.
I do not agree that "races" actually exist.  They are a human construct.
Haven’t started new job yet (just graduated)
Lost income due to stock market’s poor performance
CDC guidance has been inconsistent; I have relied most on health professionals at my place of work (a hospital) for trustworthy information. I believe the disease is serious, but I also believe the overall wide-ranging shutdown measures were excessive as we all found out about which parts of the population were most at risk.
It was confusing at first as to what to believe because of the misinformation from the press and Governor Northam’s slow response to Covid. We finally decided to listen to Drs Fauchi, Brit and Gottlieb as to what is best for us.
friends and family with a medical background
Daily texts from VA government unhelpful- mostly just numbers of infections/deaths or ridiculously obvious information for those of us who follow news avidly (like wash your hands). I started to ignore them and sought out my own information online via reputable media sources like AP, medical journals and CDC updates. I feel the biggest message NOT sent out (which should have been) is that we guidance on how to respond to the virus is going to change regularly as we learn about it. Every time we learn new information and the recommendations change- most uninformed people assume prior guidance was wrong and lose trust in the source (the government). Better messaging is needed to explain to people who are not scientifically minded or educated that such changes are positive and part of scientific research on a very new threat.
furloughed from both of my part-time jobs, but kept my full-time job
I am essential personnel and am working regular 8 hour shifts
I work for a hospital so I also receive my information during safety huddle meetings.
CNN, NSNBC, WASHINGTON POST, HUFF POST, NYTIMES,, NPR, THE GUARDIAN
Maintaim a healthy immune system with diet, vitamins A,E,D and taking Elderberry. Take daily temperature readings and blood oxygen reading. We ra t ely if ever are sick.
While much of the above occurred it was a result of the spread. I have been monitoring case numbers snd deaths. As a massage therapist i understand how dangerous this is and see no reopening until there is vaccine and better testing.
Worked at a spa part time, a small private ptactise and a widow with widows benefit
Not eorking at all. Plan to work only from my own practise when it becomes safe from my perspective and sanitization etc are under my control. Coincidently i received an inheritance th a t has allowed me to get thru this amd help others.
.Heard having had covid-19 may not confer long term immunity.  How this impacts herd immunity or vaccine effectiveness is under debate.
I do not believe anything our president says about the virus!
The amount of media attention announcements of  information that has constantly changed has encouraged the panic type reaction. I don't think it's bad to say "we don't know" sometimes rather than declaring things that change once we have more information.
My work began preparing our hospitals for patients with Covid-19 symptoms.
We had team huddles and our leadership created a command center. Communication on our organization's website, videos by the CEO were posted and internal emails provide regular updates to team members. I took this information to heart and did my best to follow guidelines.
Working more but less income to support my office to stay open
There is a lot of misinformation being spread about COVID-19 on social media (particularly Whatsapp) among immigrant populations. I know Whatsapp put some measures in place to limit the number of videos that individuals can forward to others. I am not sure that has been very effective. More education is definitely needed to address the fears, misinformation and stigma in the immigrant communities
There is a lot of misinformation out there; for example: people think that using gloves in the grocery store keeps them and others safe when they did not clean their hands before donning gloves and/or may have touched things in their car and home with their gloves on.
My grown children shop for my groceries and bring them to me.
My son in law is an ENT surgeon. He gave me the strict instructions :)
Family and neighbors have been extremely thoughtful and kind.
Wash/disinfect every item I bring into the house from grocery stores. Expose to the sun mail and mail packages. Virtual exercise classes (Zumba). I sewed face masks for myself and my family. Made my own disinfecting wipes following the CDC recipe (with isopropyl) alcohol.
Followed Gov. Cuomo's daily briefings about the pandemic on CNN. Brilliant! Watch the death toll rise every day. Read the daily huddles at my place of work. Changed procedures and policies at my place of work.
I appreciate and I am grateful for the Virginia Health Department's website; is chockfull of great data and tools. I am dismayed about the lack of leadership at the federal level (i.e. the White House); that the misinformation coming out of the president's tweets and outrageous comments is not referenced against facts, data immediately, widely and unequivocally; that basic methods of keeping the pandemic under control have been politicized instead of being seen as a patriotic act that can unite us; that a majority of people have not been made sufficiently aware of the repercussions of their actions on others; that the valiant battle our healthcare workers fight everyday, placing their lives on the line, is met with cute social media posts but not backed by real actions to prevent contagion.  When I am in public wearing my mask and meet someone coming at me without one, I stop, place my hand on my heart and try to make eye contact, even if it is briefly, letting them silently know that if they do not value my life, I do value theirs.
Really liked the daily updates from Fairfax County
but only the accounts if epidemiologists
I don't believe anything President Trump says.
The highest level of government is not taking the virus seriously and our country lacks a role model to improve outcomes. A big concern of mine is testing and the varied information on testing has decreased my confidence that our current tests are valuable despite our need to test. It is unfortunate that behaviors increase everyone's risk. I am heartened to see that the data by county and zip code is updated in VA every day.
BBC, Washington Post, New York Times, wtop.com
reassignment but continue to work and get my usual income
CNN, fox, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, BBC News, Washington Post
CNN, Fareed Zacaria, AARP,Washington Post
I find our President confused and frightening during this Pandemic.
Cancelled/postponed paid household workers: cleaning maids, home repairs & improvements
I watch all the national news stations because they present so differently and I can better see through the spin
I haven't felt sick I always take my car anyway
I am in healthcare and my job was moved to a Covid unit
I hope the scientific community can impact the outcome
Declaration of global health pandemic; national actions (like travelbans)
I trusted communications from my employer
Sole provider of child care for a school age child. Trying to renter the workforce once we make it to the other side of this virus.
Our current President and his is a dangerous lunatic and there is nothing of value coming from the White House during this time. The CDC and NIH at least provide us with some leadership at a Federal level.
The Washington Post, The Guardian, The New York Times
COVID-19 is a current, serious health problem. Many people are sick. Our sickest patients have underlying medical conditions. If they have dementia is has gotten worse, I'm sure from the hypoxia. The body has little reserve left to fight the virus and maintain the underlying health condition. Normal able bodied people should not have been home bound. We should not have closed the Country down.
CDC and I still can't say it is trustworthy
I try not to read too much or search too much, they(media) oversaturate you with information that you don't know if it's true or not. They argue which one have the best and most accurate information and have everybody wondering and anxious about this issue.
I try to listen to science and experts in their field as well as read about experiences in different countries, how they handled it, and what worked and what didn’t. We have drastically changed how we live and have followed every guideline, but managed to get sick anyways and have ongoing health problems because of it. I think it could’ve been handled much better in this country and it was lack of leadership which led to it devastating out country.
New York Times, healthcare industry b2b (Becker’s, advisory board)
SADLY STOPPED BEING A POLL WORKER and WORKING ON VOTER REGISTRATION - things I had happily done for the previous 6 years.
Early reporting about China and experts interviewed on Democracy Now
I work with COVID patients in the hospital.  I can see how easily it spreads and how bad it is
I kept my full time job but was furloughed in my part time job for 8 weeks
CDC website, local health department website
Extension Office - msg. to Master Gardeners
I don't believe anything the President says.  He is more likely to say things that are not fact based.  Also, he is no leader.
Many: HuffPost, the Atlantic, NYT, WP, Axio, Politico, PBS Next Avenue, CDC, CNN
Johns Hopkins Coronavirus resource center;  CNN world news
Read about it in world news in January and that it was comparable to Spanish Influenza (19180) so decided to pay close attention to its progress.
Stopped my children from having play dates  Not having people over
Support Republican values, but do not support or believe or have any confidence in  the current president
prn but have been off work since March 18 due to Covid
Disgusted that our president did not shut down country earlier. Thousands of lives could have been saved
I’ve stayed in more and watch the WH Task Force and  CDC website for info.
I work at a local hospital and can see the numbers of COVID patients and the care they require, therefore I see how serious it is.
We planned to visit friends that live in Italy at the end of February/early March.  We did travel to Paris and Rome, but not where they live between Milan and Italy.  We weren't even sure they would be able to join us in Paris and Italy, but we did.  This has given me the opportunity to see how Italy handled COVID-19 and how the United States did, government and citizen reactions.
Loudoun County chairwoman Phyllis  Randall has provided up to date information.
scientific publications nature, science, eg.
the scientific data and I was expecting something like this for years.  that is what scientists have been telling us.  SARs, MARs, etc.  this is not a black swan and we should have been better prepared.
progressive, democratic socialist, DiEM 25, extinction rebellion.  you get the picture :+)
I don't watch TV and avoid social networking outlets as much as possible.  I read science all the time.  It has been well-known for decades that such a pandemic as Covid 19 was inevitable and science told us what we had to do to prepare.  We were not.  Science has been telling us that human-caused climate change and the sixth extinction are real and ongoing, for decades now and we have collectively been ignoring science.  Climate change impacts will make the coronavirus look like a picnic on a cloudy day.  All of the "plans" to keep temperatures under 2 degrees over pre-industrial require massive negative emissions.  There is no way we are going to scale that technology so the best world is a 2 degree world.  That is a disaster.  But at least manageable.  Civilization collapses in a 4-degree world.  But in the real world we live in, the president of the United States fires his national security advisors on pandemics and thinks climate change is a hoax.  So what do you think are the probabilities Homo sapiens survives the end-Anthropocene?  But it is a challenge and something to fight for.  We have that.  :+)
Washington Post, NY Times, Loudoun Times
I've lost my income so that's why we don't use curbside, delivery, drive-thru, etc. If we had money to "eat out," we would only use those options. I also don't plan on sending my kids to public school u till there is a working vaccine
I typically vote Democrat. But I do not like any party. I do not like the party system. And I am disappointed with most politicians.
Covid-19 canned my profession as a self-employed live musician and other aspects of musical world
I wish that with the questions at the beginning you would have including a response such as: "I do not discount this" when asking about whether I think covid 19 was produced as a biological weapon, and so on. I don't necessarily belive things like that, but I don't discount that either.
New grad with bachelors degree in nursing and cannot get a nursing job
It is absurd and unnecessary to reopen gyms and swimming pools before reinfections rates are determined.
we own our own business and were able to secure PPP loan. work is down by 70%, but starting to pick up. PPP loan allowed us to continue paying employees and their health insurance, but if things do not improve - will need 2nd loan or have to let ppl go (and our income affected).
That Bill Gates is responsible ...and evidently 5G spreads the virus. People are NUTS!
Common Dreams, Daily Kos, Democracy Now, RT news, Fauquier Times
I don't watch commercial TV, or read corporate owned newspapers. I heard about the virus first on Free Speech TV, a publicly supported channel that airs "Democracy Now". Other progressive news sources have continued to inform me. This includes RT America.
I could select several as mother and homemaker
I am in a medical field, as is my husband.  I believe in science.
Terrible, mixed messaging from the current administration.
Trust science and data - even with the uncertainty around this virus, prefer to hear straight talk.  Appalled by the lack of federal leadership and the incompetence and outright deception from the White House.  State and local officials need to stick to guidance from health experts in formulating their policy.   I follow the baseless claims and hoax challenges in some media circles to understand what is being shared.  It's appalling
Trust the public that they can make informed decisions for themselves.
It's criminal that we cannot trust what the WH tells us! I trust Gov. Northam completely, and I trust unbiased news sources. i am very fearful about the conspiracy theories and the armed nutjobs who believe them
Washington Post, The Guardian, NYT, Fauquier Times
The morbitity rate is grossly overstated. Shutdowns are not based on science but on fear. CDC and WHO are not to be trusted. Hong Kong has had only 4 deaths - WHY
Dependent on my husband who currently works from home
Dependent who relies on my husband Who works from home
At first masks were not encouraged, which I thought was strange.
on 3/22 one of my four young adult kids lost his sense of taste and smell along with other mild symptoms (ie low fever, aches, headache, etc).  He decided to self-quarantine for two weeks based on what he'd read on internet from folks in other countries. The doctors he called said the CDC didn't recognize that symptom as linked to Covid19 but son decided to stay home anyway to be safe. Other than that, we've all been fine.
I rec'v multiple online news sites and assume they are all basically trustworthy w/ exception of Fox News
Public service chosen as I worked for the USG
The country is suffering more than should be from the virus due to the lack of direction from our central government. Specifically our president.
Local news website for updates on local infection statistics
Information is very fragmented.  There is no unified message so it is difficult for people to know what to do / not to do.  The orders should be mandatory, not suggestions.  And they should cover large geographical areas.
Dr. Fauci and New York's governor recommendations and Dr. Fauci's scientific opinion.
Quarantining - not going out except to exercise or for curbside service.
I feel that we (all of us in USA) suffered greatly by NOT having a national plan of action let alone not having accurate information immediately instead of months later.   Also not having a united expression of grief for those 100,000 dead is devastating.
I can't work from home, I am an RN. I haven't been sick. I use PPE when caring for sick patient's.
Number of patient's I see in the hospital where I work, that are positive
The science is clear and we see the impacts playing out around the world.
I have heard from my doctors that the rate of COVID in pregnant women coming in for delivery at Inova in northern VA is about 50% positive rate. I would like to know why this is not being publicized on the news. The Fairfax County health dept is making their recommendations that pregnant women follow recommendations of the CDC and are not at higher risk than the rest of the population. However, based on the doctor’s reporting, pregnant women ARE at higher risk than the rest of the population in our area. This information should be known to pregnant women and their employers, so decisions about continued work from home, social distancing, etc can be emphasized and encouraged for pregnant women.
Aquatic recreational therapy and exercise provider
our response to this pandemic is truly inadequate.
I attended a lecture where a Doctor who specialized in this talked about the coronavirus.
I am an essential health care worker that works with COVID. My job requires me to be serious and safe to protect myself and others.
National news e.g. NYTimes; professional nursing and. Public health literature
I do not describe myself in any of the above terms.
I attended a briefing at Health Dept.  I am a volunteer and the update was part of our training
There should be options available for those who are infected but unable to self isolate at home
Please use higher contrast, black character color. This gray against white is difficult to read.
Scientific and medical journals, scientific studies
Use NYT tracking site for updated statistics on epidemic.
Social distance from people who are high risks, where mask in indoor public places
The previous question is flawed as "none of the above" is not an option. Based on the data I believe the disease is very dangerous for certain groups but poses little danger to the broader population.
I think public healtj messaging has been dishonest as it often seems to imply that everyone is at high risk of dying from this disease, when that is not true. This dishonesty erodes trust in our public health establishment. Telling the truth to the public should be the highest priority in public health "messaging."
BBC and Reuters phone apps (headlines only), hospital internal emails and website, VA Dept of Health and Johns Hopkins COVID webpages/maps
Let incoming packages and mail sit for 3 days. Started using local CSAs with delivery exclusively for groceries. Curbside pick-up of pharmacy meds. Telemedecine doctor's appointments. Remove outer layer of clothing worn outside just inside the front door; let it sit 3 days.
I'll vote for whomever appears to be the most rational, competent, and wlling to take in the diversity of  communication from constituents with an open mind.
demi-pan. I'm not attracted to anyone until after we've connected on an emotional level. Gender, biology, race, and abled-ness have not dictated my romantic partnerships.
Zoom/Facebook video/Google video/Signal/Jitsi versus in-person time with friends, family, and partners has become the norm. Video conferencing actually increased time with a sibling living overseas, and we have a weekly extended family pub quiz on-line. I recognize that this survey is on information intake and behavioral response to COVID, but lacks exploration of some potential areas of positive adaptations to disruption.
NYTimes, Wash Post, Rueters, Guardian, BBC
Stock market losses have affected incime
Authorities have given contradictory information; statistics available are often not what I am looking for
Lots of conflicting information made it very confusing. Also the experience of getting all geared up for a Pandemic that never happened during the Ford Admin. Readings I had done in highschool about the Black Plague and the 1918 Spanish Influenza were very helpful in wrapping my brain around this.
I trust the sites that I follow not the platform. ie CDC, AAP, JAMA, NEJM (all medical sites)
scientific, medical, websites, such as Hopkins and the KFF
Statistics matter, and there is a narrative war going on between political partisans and countries.  It has taken too long for state agencies to share data in a clear and concise way, using third party sources like https://www.novaregiondashboard.com/cases-dashboard .  Also need reporting on excess pneumonia deaths, which is the least subject to interpretation/aggregation/massaging.
Quit job due to parent’s health concerns
from what i’ve seen there is a boatload of misinformation spread by One America News Network
(I would stay home if I were sick but I have not been sick during this time)
It has been truly horrifying to see our president provide misinformation about such a critical and serious issue. This is the first time in my life I have actively mistrusted information that the federal government was providing me.
cnn, nbc, motherjones, washingtonpost, nytimes, latimes, BBC
Don't trust the platforms, trust select friends or orgs that I follow on FB and IG
Waiting to learn of cuts at FT job, may lose job, don't know yet
I believe Dr. Fauci, and CDC. (NEVER TRUMP)
Washington Post, CNN ,New York Times, Atlantic
above are networks or cable  watch loclaffiliates;also CNN MSNBC
The information coming from the president often conflicts with healthcare professionals and guidelines. In addition, the information and guidance is often not being followed by the business community, which sends mixed messages. For example, many grocery stores do not require (or enforce) the use of masks.
NPR, The New York Times, The Washington Post
I eat fast food less frequently, as the convenience isn’t worth the risk.
A family member was exposed in an early outbreak in another state.
Cnn. Washington Post. Local health department
My husband is not working due to COVID affect on his workplace so the household income is less.
I lost a temporary, part-time job, but was paid what I would have earned
Seems that the US is having a very partisan response to COVID19.  Unfortunately this causes us to not work as well together for resolution.
I work in a hospital - the information they shared impacted my understanding of the impact the most.
husband is a healthcare worker in the ER at a hospital
Cancelled attendance at overseas wedding Nov. 2020
The Arts cancelled whole seasons (Broadway, the Kennedy Center, television seasons, Wolftrap)
Pushed me to continue retirement plans as of June 2020.
I am a retired public school teacher. My colleagues from school and I formed a 12 person text message chain. The record for Covid-19 related texts in one day is 185; they are worried sick about re-opening as new coronavirus stories emerge daily.
I have become increasingly skeptical of people who try to sound authoritative or dogmatic about COVID-19 and government policy. National media in particular have done a horrible job and are completely untrustworthy, largely because so many want to prove that someone else has been wrong all along. Local officials issue nonsensical and contradictory decrees without explanation, undermining their own authority and legitimacy (e. g., on outdoor activities that don’t require contact with others). Nonsense and overreach in other states makes me more skeptical of government actions here in Virginia.
Cancelled vacations, been unable to see relatives
I cared for covid patients at work and personally witnessed the course of their illnesses.
This question does not apply to this survey.
No.  Would like to know why political affiliation, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, household income, level of education and race have ANYTHING to do with my response to the coronavirus.  Question the validity of your motives for this and results.
Since I heard how important it is to wear a face mask and about social distancing, I have consistently been doing them. However, I feel it is easy to forget to practice social distancing at home. I often forget that someone in my house might have it and have no symptoms of it yet.
I am in a healthcare professional role and have seen it first hand.
I work at a hospital and am informed through my hospital as well
I have not changed my behavior much except for wearing a mask in public
It was spread intentionally by the Chinese government
Washington post online & Virginia DOH updates
Used carry out more often.  Did not use delivery
Avoided, and do on a normal basis, all television stations except for Fox.
Endemic areas Zoonotic infectious agent WHO declares pandemic Absent vaccine
Health care- technician in the level one trauma hospital
As working parents, we rely on our elderly parents to watch our youngest while we work because our daycare is closed. They're in a high-risk category due to their age, which has led us to be more careful about limiting our exposure to COVID-19.
JHU, UW, and other university public health research groups
Wash Post, NYT. NPR, The Atlantic, Forbes, WSJ and others
Postponed a funeral. Canceled trips. Canceled family reunion. Halted group activities. Paid to see baseball games that aren't happening.. Got uninvited to a (downsized) wedding. Socializing more by phone and video than in person. Cutting my own hair. Eating more desserts. Drinking more canned beer than draft beer.. More time on my hands to answer dumb, fucking surveys like this...
100,000+ dead in 3 months. overcrowded hospitals. Shortage of PPE People on ventilators for weeks at a time. People dying alone. Refrigerator truck morgues Mass burial ground Heath care workers so overwhelmed that they kill themselves.
I look to my local (county) health department for day to day info.
Washington post, nyt, New Yorker, the Atlantic
Governor's face mask declaration yesterday was way too late, but better late than never.
Work in a Emergency Room/Healthcare and try to stay on top of the information due to having many employee's under me.
NPR, NYTimes, WashingtonPost, Hopkins COVID-19 Dashboard
I am greatly distressed that a nation like America politicized a pandemic and did not act quickly and appropriately to prevent deaths. I am concerned and ashamed that there is still not a plan to keep us all safe. I didn't question the science or data and followed all directives and orders and am perplexed that we are divided as a nation about this life threatening situation.
Fairfax County sucked at providing information.
I don't really trust any of them to provide a politically unbiased report
Have not been sick or near anyone who is
I am a physician working I the hospital. I see it first hand.
The Lancet, NIH, CDC publishing and articles
Yes.  I think people are not seeing the true numbers.  There was an article in FORBES stating how most of the deaths are very old people and many were caused by allowing infected patients to return to nursing homes, like Gov. Cuomo in NY allowed!! Florida made sure no infected pts returned to Nursing Homes!  Huge difference in numbers! Also, the economy may kill some by killing their livelihoods. There's been an increase in suicide attempts. Children have missed school. We've not educated our kids and have put our elderly in harms way by allowing exposure to COVID from those infected being sent back to a Nrsg Home. Business have closed down.  Gov. Northam of VIrginia closed VA down till June 10.  Really?!?! Wednesday, June 10? Later than any other state, including CA and NY!  Someone pointed out that June 9 was to be the Republican convention. Isn't that a coincidence??  Who opens a state on a Wednesday?? this is all political. Those who hate our President would love to drag this COVID on till Nov.  Don't have wool pulled over your eyes.  This is political. Yes, I am concerned for people's health but we cannot shut down our country!
I believe in science and statistics.  Those are what I listen to and model my behavior accordingly.
I was on maternity leave January 15 to April 8. As I sat at home watching the news I became increasingly more scared about coming back to work as an Emergency Room nursing Director. When I did come back to work, the reality of what is happening in my ER is far less scary then the media made it appear.
I think the local and state authorities have managed the crisis very well and I have confidence in them.
I practiced self-quarantine to help slow the spread because I know during the peak of a new virus, it makes sense to stay home. I am not as worried any more due to not living with or being someone who is considered high-risk for this virus.
I know 3 people who have died from the virus
The shear numbers of infected people around the world speak for themselves
I work at a large teaching hospital and have seen it "first hand" (although I don't have direct clinical contact with affected patients)
Democan / Replicat (I'm between Democrat & Republican, but more so Democrat)
I participate in the MGH daily COVID Symptom Study via iPhone app.  Also, I am appalled by they way our POTUS has handled this since reports of it happening in China first started back in December. I'm even more so appalled that he has no empathy for the thousands of lives lost to this horrible virus.
Research & reading science & medicine news/updates, & speaking to healthcare providers
The mixed or flip flop messaging was the most discouraging, eg being told masks don’t help & now being asked to wear them. Public messaging needs consistency. And if something’s not yet known, say so!
I used to use reddit to follow covid-19 global news/info closely early on (Jan ~ Mar 2020), but eventually transitioned to news/info towards more local/state level (Mar 2020 onwards) to reduce cognitive load.
CNN, msnbc,the hill, NY Times,, yahoo news
Mr Trump is misleading And lying to U S citizens about Covid-19.
A neighbor has collected Covid studies on our neighborhood listserv
I look for reporting on studies in the Lancet, Jama, etc.
If the data continues to support masks as effective, I hope the state will spend serious money on a behavior change campaign such as those used for seatbelts and smoking cessation to get to 90% plus compliance on mask wearing. Hire professionals!!
Washington Post, Local news, npr, Reuters, nytimes
Telehealth visits For doctor visits. Changed prenatal visits. Switched from a hospital birth to a home birth. Stay home except for most critical prenatal visits. Stopped all shopping except what can be delivered.
I listen And trust doctors and scientists who know.
people who have to go to work are exposed and getting sick. From personal experience, Too many Employers ignore the health risks to the most vulnerable (elderly, prisoners, high risk) and those who care for them (health care workers, teachers) and workers (“essential” workers, customer/public facing workers).
Washington Post, NY Times, Financial Times
Governor Northam's response has been disastrous. "Flatten the curve" has only served to prolong the damage.   See this quote by CS Lewis: “Of all the tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive.  It may be better to live under robber barons than under the omnipotent moral busybodies.  The robber barons cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end, for they do so with the approval of their own conscience.”
Washington Post, New York Times, SmartHER News
I do not always trust 100% of time. There is so much to know and the answers change frequently. I am a healthcare provider and this is very frustrating to me.
I am a healthcare worker. I have to go to work.
I am an oncology nurse practitioner at a large cancer clinic in NVa
I think VA was way behind times in moving to make masks in public mandatory even though our governor is supposedly a “DOCTOR”! And VA has LACKED behind in offering test kits.  Very poor organization. Disillusioning.
Washington Post, New York Times, CNN, PBS, NPR
Was requested to take PTO for a few weeks
I am a health care provider, I follow the Department of Health numbers, and I see the hospitalization numbers and death numbers within my hospital system.
Washington Post, New York Times, BBC News, NPR
Media and health literacy is crucial. There is a ton of misinformation on Facebook but it is also a site I use frequently as sort of an aggregator to view articles from trusted news sites. People need to be able to discern trusted sources or know red flags for when something may not be true and should not be shared.
I am a healthcare worker in a hospital.  I have seen people prone, ventilated, and dying. Nothing brings the message home more than that.
Daily briefings from MEDICAL EXPERTS early on were critical for getting message out about the severity and contagiousness of Covid-19.
International news sources that I trust-- BBC, The Guardian
I use Twitter, but don’t trust everything there
I was supposed to leave my job to do a career switch, but am not doing that any more for job security
New York Times; Washington Post; Politico
CNN, Washington Post, New York Times, CDC, Fairfax County Government COVID-19 Information Website
I have relatives that are front line medical workers.
Federal government advice and actions are criminally incompetent.  Tens of thousands of Americans, especially older, have died because of federal inaction.
I read about the science of this pandemic.
I am an emergency services personal , I shower more quickly when I arrive home than I did before. Noting else has changed other than husband allowed to work from home now.
As an Emergency Services Employee, I am seeing it first hand.
CDC, Do not believe Dr. Fauci now that I know his relationship with China and his financial stake in the vaccine being developed.
Saw more days off because of hospital censis than normal but hot hugh. Little change in income.
Beginning to believe that we overreacted in the shutdown in many areas. Flattening the curve to help preserve hospital critical care areas was a good idea. Shutting down the income of hospitals by not allowing outpatient surgery was overkill.
Yes, the political posturing across the whole spectrum has been self serving and petty. Few instructions have the money needed to compete with the retail political parties.
Web md, john hopkins and other medical publication
The CDC and vetted apolitical sources NOT including what is coming out of the White House.
I think other Virginians are not taking serious enough precautions.
I already worked from home and exercised outdoors before the pandemic
Keep kids at home No visits with relatives Vulnerable person in my home never does shopping or errands I pick up take out vs delivery
My husband started to work from home and he never did before
I do not think that it is serious except for the elderly and those with complicating health conditions.
Presidente shouldn’t be allow to speak about the topic
News about people disregarding precautions or precautions being lifted made me more concerned because I believe those actions will make it worse and our infrastructure is neither set up to help us get thru a lockdown or safely open.
Difficult to determine due to commission based income. Some opportunities lost but unsure if others would have happened.
I try to respond to COVID-19 by being informed and reviewing published data.  Access to reliable data is scarce. I worry that the integrity of our data around this disease is at risk. As a result, our local, state, and national policies will be driven by opinion and may lead to greater loss of life.
I have found National Public Radio (WAMU) to be an extremely reliable, rational, clear source of information during this time. I also read the Washington Post and New York Times which detailed information as well as opinions and editorial perspective. My husband and I have found the Johns Hopkins website extremely information as well. Although I look at Facebook for comments by family, friends, and others, especially to get an idea of what people are thinking and what information is out on social media. I continue to be skeptical of Facebook for reliable information about this or any other serious matter.
the mixed/daily changing messages from the CDC and VA DOH as well as local DOH was very frustrating
My place of employment is taking it very seriously.
hospital administration as i work at home
The issue is that nobody in charge knows what they are doing and are making it up as they go along.  Recommendations change daily.  The surgeon general says not to wear masks for a month then changes to now wear one all the time.  CDC says it can remain on surfaces for days then says it doesn't.  Trump says whatever and no one calls him out on it.  At the hospital I work at N95 masks that were NEVER reusable are now suddenly able to worn all day and between patients.   Businesses are closed, but Home Depot, Costco, etc (with hundreds of people in/out every day) can stay open and lots of people in there not wearing masks.  The goal went from flatten the curve until hospitals are ready to prevent a surge to now everyone stay inside forever while we torpedo the economy.
I cannot work from home because I am a nurse practitioner but I am doing everything recommended and haven't been out in public aside from work in 3 months
Virginia has not done a great job being transparent about their data , and has really done poorly at ensuring there is adequate testing and contact tracing
We don't invite others into our home.  Guests must stay outside and practice safe distancing.  We have been meeting up virtually.
I was allowed to work from home, but now I am required to take one month off and use my Paid Time Off benefits.
Last week I tested positive for Covid 19 antibodies.  (I was sick for about 4 days in  February.)  My husband is a high risk patient so I have been motivated to protect him.  I hope my husband and son will soon be tested to determine if they have developed Covid 19 antibodies.
I work in a Virginia Hospital that had at one point 66% of the Covid + patients in the state.
I feel safer working in a hospital where hand-washing and PPE are stressed, than going to the grocery store. Some people are wearing masks and some not - or not appropriately. Many are wearing gloves like in the Burger King commercial - What good does that do? Also the governor was seen on TV in close proximity to others without wearing a mask. This sends a mixed message.
No, except that I take it  very seriously.  I am a runner and cyclist and I do not wear a mask when I run or cycle.  It hinders my breathing and I seriously doubt you can get COVID-19 outside - unless in a crowded area.
Shut diwn my office.  Turned out to be permanently.
Retired because I could not work safely and office space rent and utility bills kept coming in.
Retired.  No personal income coming in since mid-March
New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal
Please have more PPE for the healthcare providers in the future
I don't trust platforms but organizations such as NIH and CDC posting to them
Quit my part time job at a grocery store due to being concerned about Covid risk. Looking to work from home
Number of cases and deaths in my local area.
i was asked to do work other then my profession
Medical providers treating, in clinical medicine
was working full time under PRN status, but not able to get hours, worked 24 hours in April  , 36hrs this month
severe pay cut , no pay for 3 week increments as PRN employee
teen/college age overall less likely to comply with rules and not as concerned. Also 20-30 y/o also choosing to travel despite rec'd . Also there is subsets who think mask not needed and there are no concerns. Local percentage of covid infected does not appear to correlate with distribution of ethnicities unless Spanish population is nearly all  infected. There are many people working in all areas and they are not all African American nor all Spanish nor all white. greater distribution should be seen. Of course taking into account disparities. many pos covid are Young healthy in all ethnic groups.
I read a lot about it online. I follow news.
Media has not had a consistent message and has been sensational and furthered a fear culture.  People now believe COVID-19 is a death sentence which is not supported by research.  It can be serious and I am glad we took the measures to flatten the curve, but the fear has lead to scrub shaming and anxiety and depression in many.
The Atlantic, NPR, New York Times, Washington Post
Hiring freezes reduced employment opportunitites
Follow data from Va Deptment of health, along with our hospital data and VHHA data.
Volunteered to take 1 day PTO per pay period
I wear my mask when indoors only.  I do not wear my mask outdoors or while in my car.
I believe the COVID-19 is less serious today than when it first started.  Conflicting messages about mask effectiveness and the infection rates with various demographics has erroded my trust in public health officials.
I understand why we shut down, we didn't know what we know now.  At this point, I believe the focus should be on protecting the high risk ESPECIALLY the elderly in nursing homes and long term care facilities.  We need more quickly relax the restrictions on others, especially schools.  The rist to children is microscopic compared to others especially the elderly.
Lost a relative who was living in a DC nursing home to Covid19. They died at Howard University Hospital and had a positive Covid19 test, however the death certificate lists renal failure as the cause of death. Our concern is that the accuracy of the death statistics are affected by this.
i work in a large hospital/health care system so see it firsthand
My healthcare job completely changed from low stress to very high stress (went from nonurgent outpatient testing to ICU's with sickest patients crashing all around me. Not by choice. Huge increase in physical and mental stress doing very different work than normal or trained to do.
Hate how there was no cohesive factual response to scientific evidence in our country; not everyone can filter out the garbage recommendations.
I have been careful, offered intelligent advise when asked by friends/neighbors but not overly concerned as I am O- and non-high risk.
Heard through my employer. Note: This survey, although great, will fail among the lower socio-economic population as it is too long and too complicated for many. It was written at a grade level that will give potential respondents anxiety. This needs to be disseminated via a trusted source/messenger within the community.
There is still small quantities of food and cleaning supplies in major stores
I respond by being extra careful at this point.  I believe they are opening up too soon and we are going to get hit even harder with this disease. People are not practicing safe distancing now and not wearing mask. This makes me really nervous
I am frustrated at the changing information and guidance on the virus from state, federal, healthcare organizations. I also feel face mask should had been required way before in the state of VA.
Go outside to exercise in the middle of the day to avoid others
i always liked to exercise outside, that's not a change, but I'm definitely still doing it during Covid.  I only went to store three times because my basement flooded.
when I heard china was deploying drones telling citizens to put on their masks, I knew we were in for serious trouble.
good questionnaire.  please save us from the armed idiots
fam/friends/SM - only as to those passing on articles, links, etc. w/ legit sources that can be researched and corroborated from reliable health and gov't agencies.
from legit, researchable sources only tho. not just anything posted and passed on.
already worked remote from home before this, so that was not a big change. Just behaviors in public, staying home, self-quar from other family/friends not in same household.
I work in healthcare field (non-clinical, support role for large hospital system)
mostly western european caucasion, w some Native American
did lose some hours for a few weeks, but so far avoided being furloughed (we did have some in my dept who were laid off sadly)
I am a healthcare provider and I have seen the devastation & death related to covid
Just frustration with the non-compliant people who assemble in crowds, w/o face masks thinking they are not subject to the infection.  Unbelievable!! They need to see what our critical care unit actually looks like.  Maybe they would realize that this is REAL!
I was working with Nurses who were treating Covid 19 positive patients. I was familiar with the treatment protocols.
Altered how often anyone in the house traveled to run errands because we don't have a car and rely on public transportation.   Joined online groups that worked on developing PPE  Started getting involved in making homemade masks   Shared science-based information on social media to counter friends sharing fake news
Reading publications like Scientific American describing what is already being discovered about what COVID-19 does to the body and recognizing how because of its novel nature, facts are still being learned by the science community as we go.
Currently spending time shifting careers
It has changed what job opportunities are ahead due to the sudden decline in the aviation industry
1. The estimated level of distrust towards scientists by some Americans heavily distresses me. 2. The current lack of cohesive federal response extremely angers me. 3. This crisis has exposed many fragilities in American society, such as the broken healthcare system, unequal access to healthcare, institutional racism, and a profound failure in the education system as to have this high a level of scientific illiteracy in the 21st century. 4. But I am excited and heartened by the grassroots interest by some members of the public to band together and do what's necessary to make things work. Whether it is social distancing, donating food so those who have lost jobs can eat, working on developing PPE, and generally trying to keep society functioning. 5. I'm psychologically bracing myself for when the US hits 200,000 deaths.  6. I'm hoping President Biden wins the November general election because the orange flaming dumpster has failed miserably at handling many things, COVID-19 being the latest
Arlnow (local blog), WTOP, NY Times, Washington Post (sort of), LA Times, PBS
Testing in Arlington is insufficient and unreliable. Needed materials not available such as masks and antibacterial chemicals. Even soap hard to get.
I was only tested for Coronavirus due to hospitalization, not for any symptoms or suspicion of having the virus
Google News, AllSides, NY Times, Washington Post, BBC, Guardian, National Review
Please can Virginia try to get more information out to the Spanish speaking population we are seeing so many of them covid + in the hospital.. So many.
Family member in another state lives in nursing home which was closed to any outside visitors in early March
Store messaging is important to understanding , i.e. Wear a mask at Costco. Government leaders are all over but I trust biz leaders more because they have employees, customers, and a bottom line to worry about.
Didn’t see friends or family even if they weren’t having symptoms for about two months. Then only saw two friends outside for about a month. Still avoiding any indoor space as much as possible. Gathering mini lay with close friends or family, primarily outside.
I’d say Cuomo was exceptional and should be a bar that all governors strive for! Frankly disappointed Northam didn’t enact mandatory masks indoors and on public transit much sooner.   We really need to see far more outreach and support for our African American and Hispanic communities asap
The Atlantic, DCist, The Washington Post
Heard about the virus in January and knew then that it was a serious threat.  Cancelled travel plans for family then .
nytimes, washingtonpost, government sites, CDC
My parents and my in-laws are both very high risk for complications from COVID-19 and my wife and I have had to make the decision not to interact with them until we are able to get tested or feel that it is safer; unless you are actively sick or have symptoms, you cannot get tested, even if you live with someone who was confirmed to have the illness. My wife is a Registered Nurse at a hospital in Fairfax County and is caring for COVID patients almost daily. We've tried to be as positive as possible but there doesn't feel to be an end in sight. Much of my own information about this illness comes directly from her because most other sources can be conflicting or inconsistent.
COVID is certainly serious. It has also become so politicized that I do not trust any of the government leaders issuing inconsistent and self-promoting overreaching commands. I am glad for drastic measures, but we have lost sight of whether the goal is containment (we missed that opportunity) or mitigation (which means many of us must eventually be exposed).
The New York Times, Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic
cnn.com, nbcnews.com, slate.com, huffingtonpost.com, arlnow.com
I work in health care and have seen the seriousness of the virus
I have temporarily closed down my tattoo shop.
Slate, New York Times, The Atlantic, Vox
Frustrated trying to get masks   alcohol. Lysol  etc
As opposed to seeking out information, I find myself having to limit the amount of information so as not to become more anxious than I am.  I NEVER watch the White House briefings which are laden with incorrect information.
Retired military, now self-employed full time.
Reuter’s, all sides.com, variety of sources through Apple News
Messaging for fall needs to be proactive and clear.  Viruses behave cyclically until we have tools to defeat them.  Get ahead of that issue.
Various news sites (ex. CNN or Washington Post)
News from around the world, and reputable scientist, researchers and medical/health professionals reporting on the effects and consequences.
I have been furloughed, but I fear it won’t be temporary as I don’t see my industry reopening anytime soon.
This is serious ... we can’t devalue the lives of people hardest hit by this virus- older adults, people with disabilities, people of color, low income, immigrants, etc.  none of them are disposable!!! Foolish people who lack the capacity to care for others or feel this is all about “those people”, or that some how relevant and necessary health measures impose in them unfairly need to be held to account.
Amount of hours remain the same, no longer being offered bonuses or overtime
Just stay home, don't have any contact with anybody.
National news (NY Times, Washington Post) online; Science publications like Science magazine, The Atlantic
I do not watch any news channels on television
I follow a lot of science journalists and scientists
I work in a nonprofit that is focused on science and research, and I have friends who are doctors/medical researchers.
I watch news clips on social media and find the common information to keep me informed
Various publications shared on social media
NY Times, Washington Post, Guardian UK, ARL Now, Popville, DCist
WHO and The Lancet and the German government.
NY Times, WaPo, The Lancet, the German government
I think that Gov. Northam should have gone further and been more forceful about protecting public health - mandated closures sooner, mandate wearing masks in public and have robust enforcement mechanisms.
NPR.org, ProPublica, Washington Post, Arlington Now
online national and local newspapers, scientific literature,
school got cancelled, so i moved home and my entire lifestyle was disrupted.
I wish the messaging from different layers of government were more consistent. Clearly the messaging from the White House is inconsistent even with itself from day to day, and from words to actions; let alone consistent with state and local officials. This muddies the waters and I think makes it easier for many to be confused and draw their own (often wrong) conclusions.
cnn, washington post, new york times, npr
I am saddened how little of the professional guidance that I receive through my work in public health actually gets translated in a meaningful and consistent way to the public.
re: Twitter. I follow official news sites and gov't organizations (in addition to meme accounts haha). If I trust information from Twitter, it's coming from the AP or CNN or the CDC etc., not the President or other unreliable accounts.
Hong Kong and Taiwan health sciences and infectious diseases specialists know the most about this issue from their experience with SARS. I also follow their social and daily living protocols for keeping safe in the community and at home. They lived through SARS in 2002-03 so they understand infectious disease and have 98% people wearing masks!
Prepare all meals at home since mid March
Have family and friends in Washington state. Heard about it from them long before in the news here
The only reason I was tested is I ended up in hospital for appendicitis and had to have emergency surgery last week.
Washington Post, Stat, KFF.org, KHN.org, Bloomberg,
I take the analysis and warnings of public health officials, including the CDC, seriously and rely on reputable news sources such as the Washington Post and CBS or NBC for information about the virus and its spread.
Trust is a strong word. Each org has been right and wrong about the virus
Skipped my sister's wedding in another state.
We need mandated mask wear and universal testing.
I work for a local health department and my background is epidemiology so of course I think this is serious
Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Drudge Report, Real Clear Politics
Thanks for doing this work. Understanding how opinions form and how they influence behavior changes is important -- especially during a public health crisis when so much misinformation & lack of leadership has been on full display.
washington Post/ NY times/ various other newsources like AP reports .
I actually exercise indoors more whereas I used to be outdoors a lot, I now I usually exercise in the rain because fewer people are out.  I have not bee in a store in 2 months.
Guardian, Atlantic, Wash Post, New York Times
Newspapers like the WashPost and NYTimes online, The Atlantic, my Virginia and other Senators, my local Congressional rep., national and international thought leaders.
Washington Post, NY Times, The Atlantic, CNN are the online news sites I look at most frequently.
I am retired but when I had to pick up my college Freshman on March 13, I told my two high school students that that was probably their last day at school for awhile (it was). I underestimated how long this will last....
I was aware of coronavirus in February and growing concerned enough that I asked my college Freshman if his university sponsored Spring Break trip to Europe was actually going ahead as planned. (It was.) I was skeptical of that decision, but off he went. He was in Germany when that country started to close down, and while he traveled back on his scheduled date, it was after the President had announced restrictions, so there were some frantic moments. Before I traveled to pick him up from the airport (because the kids were told they could not stay on campus) I went to the store to “stock up.” But I was planning for about 4 weeks.  Seeing how far into the future this might last is a bit daunting, but we are, as a family, well situated to deal with it, paying attention to information sources we have confidence in, and taking necessary precautions.  We are ready for a long process and not about to press for “opening” and are unlikely to venture out unnecessarily until we are more confident in vaccines and treatments.
Self employed and all clients stopped hiring
I read articles from respected sources like the Atlantic that are shared on social media by people I respect
My community created a COVID-19 Facebook page, and there has been a lot of good information on there, from Virginia Hospital Center and county agencies.
NYTimes, Washington Post, Atlantic, Economist, others, like Medium, depending on the author
Changed where I go outside for recreation
Academic literature and statistics showed the impact of this pandemic
CNN, Washington Post, Youtube video clips from MSNBC & CBS
Limit number of family members going on essential errands, reduce errands to essential only.  DIY for small home repairs & maintenance instead of calling in a repair person, postpone non-essential repair/maintenance work.
Family members of people I know became sick.  People I know in healthcare and other essential services express serious concerns for their own well-being.
The Washington Post, The Atlantic, The New York Times
When the WHO officially declared a pandemic, I knew it was extremely serious and the schools would close.
CBS, PBS, NYT, Atlantic, WSJ, Yahoo News, Vox
Prior knowledge of microbiology and public health.
Science is important and our educational resources should be deployed to counter falsehoods. Messaging about changes in our understanding is predictable and does not undermine science, e.g., CDC messaging on masks.
Kaiser health news, NPR, Washington post, ny times, Boston globe, etc.
arlnow.com, theguardian.com/international, dcist.com, motherjones.com . There are other sites I read and trust, but I can't remember whether or not I've gained coronavirus information from them.
Socialist/Green, but I usually vote the Democratic line for practical reasons.
Reading about COVID-19 in various science journals
Along with the Post, NPR and PBS I think science magazine has been among the most thoughtful resources.  Sadly I’m no longer sure you can entirely trust the CDC under this administration.
Rely on locally sourced produce (meats, fruits and vegetables).
reddit.com but only to find stories from credible sources.
The most significant moment for me was when the NBA voluntarily stopped games and postponed its season. That sent a strong signal.
CNN, npr, nbc, huffington post, Atlantic
This is not relevant to covid-19 transmission
I hope we develop testing for everyone. I will not change my habits until there is a vaccine.
Washington Post has been best source for info on virus.
Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, CNN, NY Times, arlnow.com (local Arlington news)
We really don’t leave our home (I have been out 3 times since mid-March). We work from home and cook all our own meals. We have no outsiders in our home. We take this very seriously. We used to be out and about every day. This is a major change.
Consumer Report, Washington Consumer Checkbook, Arlington gov news,, NYTIMES, WPost
No, except the survey’s gray ink on white is hard on the eyes.   Hard for elderly to read.  And you want input from them!!!!
have not allowed anyone other than household members into our home since March 13
International news -Human rights organizations
New York Times, Washington Post, Covid-19 Boletin news from Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, among other
Open up the economy and get rid of these ridiiculous restriciions on behavior
fucking virus hoax caused my work to end!
i am a frontline healthcare worker actively caring for covid patients in an icu
The federal government in embarrassing, misleading, and responsible for misinformation and needless death.
When states open without the needed data driven requirements and data is reported incorrectly, we can see that. I know the Governor has a lot to consider, but don't misrepresent infection and testing rates to make opening seem more viable. Please monitor and fully consider this situation, because the Federal government will not.
as an employee of INOVA Fairfax we got daily emails to our work email. now we just get weekly emails.
Washington post, ny times, johns hopkins
I am retired so I don't work from home or anyplace else.
My 94-year-old mother and 60-year-old brother have been locked down in an assisted living facility (in MD) since 3/12/20 or thereabouts. Used to see them daily but haven't seen them since the lockdown.
Quality management for those who provide professional services - architecture, engineering, construction
Clearly it's a dynamic situation, so each of us is responsible for paying attention and judging what risks we are willing to take. Also, above reference to elderly in our home, we are 64 - I think we are on the brink of being "elderly"
NPR, New York Times, Washington Post, medical journals such as The Lancet and NEJM
I haven't left my house since March 9 as I am diabetic (except to exercise outside)
Washington Post, NYT, Wall ST. Journal, USA Today
Thank you for doing this important work to educate the public on the virus and ways to minimize the risk for our very diverse communities around the state.
Washington Post, CNN, NY Times, Atlantic, New Yorker
I feel like I reacted earlier than a lot of people - I began stocking up on supplies the first week in February, for example. I always assumed that the virus would become established in the US.
I'm a healthcare provider and I believe in science, and science and statistics clearly show how serious this is...it's a PANDEMIC, doesn't get more serious than that!
Appreciate Gov. Northam's press conferences
you should really add another section to your first few questions for not applicable/ no opinion/ do not believe/ have not heard this
I read articles that have been shared on facebook from reputable news orgs
no one in my household is high risk, but I have two sisters (living in NY and NJ) that are on chemotherapy for breast cancer
I do not think it is as serious as the media makes it out to be
Bloomberg, some news sites that are linked on Reddit
Hearing how COVID-19 affected Italy and how they responded was the #1 influence to my understanding the seriousness of the disease
To be safer, my daughter has brought my husband and me into her household in a less densely populated area in Virginia (24060.)  It is there that we help care for two young children.
I have heard/read that the us news organizations will not talk about the natural remedies that can help heal. I know first hand. Is the pharmaceutical industry that strong in this country- such a shame
I am a nurse in hospital setting and have seen it first hand.
I try to read a lot from different sources.  I try to make informed, rational decisions about how to stay healthy while still maintaining a good quality of life and social interaction.
The Trump administration is responsible for this COVID-19 disaster.  They did nothing for a month and lied over and over again.  Now there are 100,000+ dead Americans and counting.  Shame!
I follow blogs of journalist who live in Asia. I started hearing about covid19 in January. I went out to buy supplies first on 1/15/20. Was shocked none of our leaders talked about it at that time.
Disinfect items I buy when possible like groceries, immediately.
There has been too much conflicting information from so many sources it's difficult to understand what is true or media hype. Health information should come only a few reliable sources and only after information is confirmed as true.
Friends/family dying due to COVID-19/related issues
Same income, but cross-trained in different role
Currently caretaker for disabled husband. Plan to seek work soon
Washington Post, New York Times, CDC, World Health Organization, Fairfax County Government Covid-19 alerts/page, Virginia Government Covid-19 page
More regularly taken prescriptions for health conditions (asthma and high blood pressure), more regularly Contacted (FaceTimed) relatives that live alone, cancelled out of state travel plans, eliminated recreational shopping, stopped attending social gatherings (kids birthday parties), stopped sending my son to pre-k/school
Museums, zoos, shops closing Other people switching to teleworking, working alternative shifts and being furloughed
Shop for groceries at senior citizen hours.
I work in healthcare and have seen how serious COVID-19 is firsthand.
National newspaper (Wall Street Journal)
Donated to local charities providing relief and volunteer in local organizations like the medical reserve corps
Lost all paid work. It may return in 6 months to a year
I read a lot of science and medical articles and check sources.
I used to write scripts for medical and educational videos, so I’m pretty good at research and judging the reliability of sources.
Tim Pool, Joe Rogan, and looking into statistics myelf
It is slightly worse than the flu, and while it is slightly serious, its not as big as everyone makes it out to be
I think it is overblown.  It is slightly worse than the flu in terms of infection and mortality rate, and yet we basically shut down the country.
VT sometimes emails relevant information
I don't trust any one site, I tend to rotate through several and only trust if I've read it multiple places that are reputable (I try to balance the site I visit so I'm not seeing just one political side)
Only going to grocery and pharmacy, skipping other stores even though I want stuff from them (but can live without for a while).
Once I realized how easily people can catch it because it's a 'new' virus to us and how it could overwhelm our healthcare system if everyone caught it at once, it seemed serious. All the other actions you listed above just reinforced that idea.
I tend to prefer reading the news rather than watching because it seems to be less sensationalized that way. A lot of the videos seem to have political leanings behind them and usually end up invoking stronger feelings from me than just reading. I feel like reading and varying the source from what I'm reading helps me stay more centered and make rational choices rather than emotional ones. That said, I don't seek out information about the virus constantly (maybe look once a day or once every several days) and thus am probably less informed than I should be.
I've taken care of many COVID patients as an ER nurse
msn.com, johns hopkins updates, FFX county health dept updates
Nursing homes locked-down, family member passed away with a burial and no funeral, co-workers furloughed
I follow some presenters on Youtube: mostly these two:  Roger Seheult, MD with Medcram.com and Dr. John Campbell, a retired British nurse.
I subscribe to the New York Times and the Washington Post. I also read my local newspapers, The Free Lance-Star (Fredericksburg) and the Culpeper Times-Exponent. I know the people who work at the local newspapers and know that they are excellent journalists.
I use social media, but I don't generally rely on it for factual info and news.
I've probably lost the part-time job I've had for over 20 years.
Deaths in China, then Italy, then US nursing homes and New York are the biggest influences on why I think this is very serious.
I have the part-time job I've had for over 20 years at the local library. This was a significant portion of our modest 2 earner household income. We are close to retirement age and will probably have to sell our house.
i don't use social media as a primary source, when i see something there I confirm/investigate it elsewhere.
BBC World News, CNN, PBS, Associated Press, NPR, Others
I don’t eat inside restaurants at all. Fewer meals delivered or picked up and only cooked food, with no contact pick up and deliveries. Anyone who enters my home for any reason, has to wear a mask and keep a 6 to 8’  distance, except “close” like minded family, 7 people and we still distance. I will stay on lock down until this is over and only go out for necessary medical appts. Or personal needs that I can’t attain otherwise.
Reliable, Respectable Science and so many teachers and parents not wanting to reopen schools until it is safe for all teachers, students, caregivers and other school workers.
American Citizen, Ex Republican, currently voting Democrate
self employed business owner in educational child care
Beaches don’t close, counties don’t close their borders, professionals aren’t furloughed, Scientists don’t have to struggle to tell the truth, large numbers of people don’t die and Hospitals don’t get over crowed for a hoax. All of these things and those already expressed make this very real to me.
Free Lance Star, Washington Post, New York Times
Members of my (minority) religion, Paganism, took it extraordinarily seriously all around the world
I had already been seeing clients online over video chat before covid-19. I had no trouble with the transition to only seeing clients online. I had been on Maternity leave right before covid-19. I have two friends who are scientists who are researching covid-19.
started making and distributing cloth masks and ear savers, stopped doing pickup for a food bank (it's not running any more)
There is no consensus of opinions and rules. All media information sensationalized to increase fear. Chaotic distribution of information. No well planned system for testing with turn around results taking too long.
As a pastor, offered online worship and online meetings.
Clergy friend in another state pointed me to this survey by tagging me on Facebook.
You only asked about high risk individuals in my household. One of the biggest changes in my life as a result of coronavirus is not visiting family out of fear of infecting a high risk person.
Retired RN with many friends still working in Health care. We share knowledge.
Medpage,Medscape,Washington Post,New York Post ,NIH and CDC.
For roughly 80% the virus can be a symptomatic or mild or cause moderate illness. The rest it can be severe or fatal or chronically life changing. Only time will show the various aspects of this virus. Caution should be practiced until more is known.
Unfortunately, thanks to Trump ,many contradictory messages are being spread about Covid-19. Today I listened to his response regarding masks. Initially he said making people wear them took away their freedom then finished with I like masks!!!!!!  Such a weaselly answer.
Spouse is 75 so we try to keep him home as much as we can.
Have not visited with friends/family, cancelled a trip, and learned how to use Zoom!
Took my kids out of school before school closures. Stopped going to gym. Took kids out of sports programs. Eat at home more often. Enrolled with a fresh produce home delivery business.
Some of the above precautions I would take if they were applicable to me.
I track and share data from VDH and VHHA.
I believe doctors and scientists not the president.
International news and science/health organizations
Stay at home mom, previously employed full time w benefits. SAHM by choice for last 6 years
I wish we had a coordinated federal response to this instead of leaving it to each city-state.
I believe the virus was created by the Chinese in the Wuhan lab. They let it go to stop protests in Hong Kong and it got away from them.
There's a message I believe that was missed in the "messages" section. A fair amount of people believe that 5G towers are in part responsible for CORONA-virus. I don't believe this myself, but have heard it from a number of friends.
Doctor advised me to cancel planned trip to China last winter
NONE THEY ALL LIE- I like to read the responses
The scientists and evidence based. I believe the white house has made living through this 100% worse by confusing us and responsible for more lives being loss. The messages has been inconsistent with no clear guidance.
I am now taking care of these patients on the ventilator so I see the suffering.
I would like to see more updates on the evidence base information shared.
NPR, NBC, ABC, Washington Post, NY Times,
I research multiple sources and do a deep dive to evaluate validity of info.
I am frustratedly by the inaccurate information on social media.  Rural areas are filled with undereducated people who are convinced this is a media event.
Health care provider for the prior 31 years
Economist, Huffington Post, the Atlantic
Facebook with trustworthy links to articles or videos of National News mostly
Several of the above didn't ever apply to me--I never eat out or drive thru or have delivery, nor use public transportation for instance & already avoided touching my face & generally don't grocery shop much...  I have no health care access ($) so never do that unless extreme emergency & was laid off so don't have option to work from home.  Due to poverty's restrictions & personal choice, I already was in safe mode & didn't need to change much except to wear a mask when out for groceries.
I treat it as if it were very serious, despite not really being sure.  It is a duty to respect the possibility & take action to care about others & not endanger them.
Currently democratic leaning, but I'm open to just who is the BEST person to truly CARE about those in most need & willing to hopefully make a difference in office
Laid off from a tourism company where I did office work
Laid off but actually have more income from unemployment currently, yet it's temporary...things will be quite bad after July 31...
For what it may be worth to share, I find it awful & maddening that many of my Facebook friends refuse to even be open to the possibility that it is of concern & choose to totally dismiss coronavirus.  They act as if it is an offense or attack on their "rights," for one thing.  To me, the issue brings out a larger issue:  Selfishness--disregard of others, a sense of entitlement & more...
I did follow at first; now everything is contradictory.  I don't pay any attention to anything anymore.  I try to be as safe as I can and only go where I need.
I believe I had this illness in January, but the doctor said I had whooping cough and acute pneumonia.  I had all the systems and had to have three breathing treatments.  It lingered for weeks....had trouble breathing.  I kept to myself and allowed no one near me.  After hearing about this, I feel I've already been through the sickness.
So confusing....everyone giving an opinion.  CDC even giving conflicting information.
I believe that some of my behaviors will be permanently changed even after COVID19 is over.
I find it so sad that during this difficult time there is so much false information out there.
I am a Biology professor, so probably have a somewhat higher understanding of viruses and the immune system than the normal person.
Bewilderment by everyone wearing gloves and the misinformation around thinking that's the thing to do.
Traveled and only stopped for bathroom breaks and gasoline.  Brought our own food in the car to eat while traveling; brought enough food to quarantine for 14 days after arriving.
The federal response was dismal and created confusion and chaos.  There should have been national mandates, like in other countries, and state governments shouldn't have had to compete for necessary resources.  The dissolution of the Pandemic Response Team and the incredibly POOR leadership at the federal level was nothing short of criminal.  I only believed Dr. Fauci and other verified health experts.  The 24/7 news only made things worse with scrambling for alternative opinions and such.  Gov. Cuomo was also a voice of reason and a leader, as was "that woman from Michigan" (Gov. Whitmer), and Gov. Hogan from Maryland.  I do feel strongly that this was a bio-weapon that got out of control, but also realize we will never know the truth.  The CDC did the best job they could under the circumstances, but their hands were tied, and their messages thwarted by POTUS and this administration.  Politics became a HUGE issue, not what was in the best interest of the American people, but what served Congress and POTUS politically - and those decisions definitely benefitted rich, white, influential males and large corporations, not the small businesses who suffered mightily.  The false information delivered by the President was criminal, and I'm sure people died because of it.  Dr. Fauci was silenced, which was another example of the ineptness of this presidency.  Lots of medical professionals, first responders and individuals put their lives on the line daily because there were inadequate protection equipment and medical necessities.  We still are not getting good information, and this whole thing is now so political that it will never get sorted out.  And until an effective, widely-available and widely-administered vaccine is available, nothing has really changed.  The "haves" are doing well through this, the "have nots" are suffering mightily.
HIGHLY disappointed by White House support, info, following recommendations.
A scientist I know & respect urged me to take it seriously
I'm not at all satisfied with the job Governor Northam has done in addressing the pandemic and in communicating with citizens about it. I've relied on the Governor and the Commonwealth for pretty much nothing other than trying to figure out what orders are in effect. I take the pandemic seriously for other reasons, not because of anything the Hovernor has said or done about it.
Since just so Stunned that our Nation has changed so Drastically in just a few months and fear of how long will it take to be somewhat back to the way it was... scary.
Governor Northam's press conferences on line
CNN, Washington Post, New York Times, Reuters
President Trump's propaganda around coronavirus is a travesty and costing American lives.
Virginia other than the Northern area has opened up WAY TOO EARLY. Harrisonburg Va. Is a real Hot Spot but Va. Doesn't Care.
Facebook, but only from particular friends or science-driven groups
It's been difficult to keep track of the phases of Virginia reopening and what they mean - I've seen very little messaging about it beyond what's available on the governor's website (and a lot of misinformation!)
Other than the CDC and health department websites, it's very difficult to determine what information is true.  Even those organizations don't have enough information on this virus to truly give us a good picture of it's true impact.  And very few people are talking about how risky it is for humans to be isolating and masking and how it affects our individual immune systems.
The online news sites are primarily links to other trusted sources, such as research studies, government sources, etc.
I didn't say I trusted them. I just said I see the messages. You can't help but see the messages as you scroll through. But those are primarily the messages I said I had heard but didn't believe!
Stayed away from my elderly mother and my husband's mother to keep them safe.
Hearing that it was so contagious that we could overwhelm the hospital capacity.
The big change for me in my understanding of the situation was "flatten the curve." Once I realized that we could overwhelm the hospital capacity, it made sense to take as many precautions as possible, so that people who do become sick can receive the care they need.
China released this virus to cause the world economies to go into an economic depression and to prevent Trump from being elected to a second term as President.
There is no conclusive evidence to support the mandated use of face coverings. There are adequately powered studies with evidence to support this measure. Saying that it is supported by science is not factual.
I don’t believe a word Trump says about the coronavirus so I get my info from Dr Faucci and from Lester Holt reports on NBC.
I am a Medical Reserve Corps volunteer who works as a contact tracer. I get to see first hand how this spreads.
Pregnant nurse came in contact with covid 19 and my facility let me go despite physician order I be quarantined
NPR, New York Times, Washington Post, Wall Street Journal
Let’s get back to work and live our lives, protect the vulnerable, everyone else get back to normal
I have been forced to change my behavior by all the guidelines—my appointments were cancelled not by my choice. My vacations were cancelled due to closures of Appalachian Trail. Scheduled family visit had to cancel flights. Church was cancelled. Long lines at stores and items out of stock constantly changed shopping behavior. School came home. I haven’t changed any of my personal hygiene or cleaning.
Some of these things had an affect in the beginning but the longer it went on the more ridiculous it is that we are okay with labeling certain jobs as essential and non-essential and destroying our economy because a few people use fear and propaganda to get everyone to do what they dictate. Overstepping of government powers.
I read and listen and make judgments based on my own intelligence, research and experience. I pray about it. I don’t just follow what someone says because they hold a position of power.
I have consistently relied on the information conveyed by Dr. Fauci. I consistently distrust the information disseminated from the White House.
Washington Post, Minneapolis Star Tribune
I would stay home if I felt sick and would avoid public transit if I used it, and would avoid a sock person if I knew one.
I really started to take it seriously when it hit the fan in Italy.
I am continually enraged with the Trump administration
I feel that the media has politicized this pandemic as have our lawmakers. Thus it was often difficult to know whom to believe.
First question doesn't allow you to select you never heard, all are awareness questions.  I wasn't aware of some of the COVID rumors, but had to select some awareness.  Survey only focused on covid awareness and personal management/protection.  But how did people manage the daily routine of life and/or continue to function all families.  Easy to protection yourself, but a lot harder to pay the bills and feed your family.  Messages and information on food financial security were the most valuable.
Watch local NBC station for information but don't trust any news outlets
Watch NBC National news but don't trust any news outlets
Listen to 103.1, 102.3, 99.7, 101.9 but don't trust any radio station
Use Facebook but don't trust post to report valid news
China manufactured Coronavirus and  purposefully let it out into society to reduce elderly/poo population.  China has a cure and a vaccine but hiding it from rest of the world
I am ashamed and at times disgusted with the behavior and mixed information that has been supplied by our “leaders“, with the exception of Dr. Fauci and Dr. Brix.
An American citizen looking for common sense
Constant reporting of shoddy information raises fear and panic and pits people against each other. Our own governor was out without the protection and precautions we’re so desperately insisting are so important. All of it is blown out of proportion and it is destroying our economy and making our country look so foolish. Everyone is laughing at how poorly our government is handling the situation and each day that goes by, with every shock value report that gets printed and broadcasted by the news and media makes me even more embarrassed to live here. Cloth masks do nothing. NOTHING except increase your chances of contamination because you’re handling the mask, adjusting the mask, touching your face, etc more often. It’s ridiculous. If I could afford it, I’d be getting as far away as possible from this god forsaken piss run country at this point. Everyone in government should be ashamed of themselves. The American people are the ones who have to suffer the consequences of their stupid childish games.
only as as far as they report correct information?
I cook at home 98% of the time and  never have food delivered to my home. I live in the country away from people. Thank goodness for this!
Who cares they are all liars and out for themselves. Only to destroy the little people/middle class
I feel everyone should take care for themselves and their families. It is a shame the GOV did not listen and should have had this under control long before March. Another sign of very bad politics by all of the Government/Congress. Too many Senseless deaths for carelessness!!!
Virginia Department of Health, Washington Post
Go shopping during senior hours at stores that have these.  Shop right at opening at stores without senior hours.
National Park Service natural resource management
Folks in my redneck area of the state are refusing to wear masks due to politics (and their supposed constitutional rights).  Total lack of concern about infecting others.  Word is not getting out that masks protect everyone.  And, unless a person is wearing a N95 mask, people who choose to wear masks are not really protected from those who refuse to wear them.
Any science based article without an obvious political perspective
Avoided personal grooming; stopped family visits; stopped personal meetings; delayed dental care
Our President has downplayed the seriousness of the pandemic.  He lied about numbers and the need to wear masks in public.
Prepare 99% of food at home.   Wear kn95 mask because too many others don't wear a mask or wear it correctly.      I follow integrative doctors who post their treatments for Covid.  A few have reported significant success with their protocols.  So I have gathered a "Covid kit" in case someone in my family gets sick.  This includes professional level medical equipment.  The treatments the FTC won't allow doctors to talk about openly makee me totally distrust the FTC and NIH.   CDC isn't much better.  A rushed RNA vaccine is not something I will ever accept.   I think Covid is a very serious illness and our government agencies are incompetent and also serving the pharmaceutical industry's potential profit margin.  Trump is a national disaster.
The USA response is a tragedy.   Schools need to avoid in-person classes and go online.  Masks need to be mandatory and that means wearing them properly.  Emphasis on n95 or kn95 production should be at a level where everyone gets a mask that protects 95% against this virus.   Testing needs to be done at home daily with a kit similar to home pregnancy kits.   Instead of having Covid patients in nursing homes and hospitals, specific hotels in communities could be transformed into emergency covid sites.  That would allow safety at crucial medical locations.  People could be safe to continue to get standard care and not avoid hospitals.
I have an appointment for a serology test in 3 days.
It has caused strain on my family relationships due to differing opinions. For example, my grandmother is constantly bring up conspiracy theories and inaccurate information she sees on Facebook (click-bait) and is not staying home which is causing a lot of frustration and anger from myself and others. I have removed myself from a lot of contact with her and family members because of it.
Adjunct faculty but typically teach more than a full time schedule.
Reuters, NPR, CNN, The Washington Post, BBC, The New York Times
The outbreak in China was a very clear sign of seriousness of Corona virus.
Increased workload but NO increase in compensation.
Husband works in health care. We are in our late 50s. Son starting college, daughter in high school. Lots of exposure to different groups. A cousin, 60, healthy, died from Covid in early April.
I first heard about the virus through work because suppliers started reaching out to say it would affect the supply chain. Because nothing had been said at the point by the federal or local government I thought they were overreacting to how serious this would get.
NYT, Washington Post, articles at niche sites written by scientists and healthcare professionals
Some of these behaviors I already practiced, they are good hygiene (e.g. washing hands for 20 seconds).  Some are new (e.g. masks, social distancing from friends).
I think COVID-19 is serious because of what trusted health officials are sharing with the world, all of the things on this list are just a reaction to what some people think, they're not what made me think it.
I am extremely concerned about the lack of attention to mental health, including the rise in substance abuse, domestic violence, depression, etc.  We are prioritizing physical health over mental health to an extreme that I feel is dangerous.  Ultimately the precautions we are taking to protective lives from the virus will risk lives due to mental health related issues.
As far as national leaders, I follow Dr. Fauci and some of his medical team (but NOT the President)
Facebook, but only from reputable sources (supported by research!)
My increase in salary that was scheduled for the coming year was taken away.
I trust parts of all the news outlets but don't always fully believe all of them
I think that the current administration has done an amazing job at handling this situation.
Chris Martenson of Peak Prosperity on you tube.
Lots of conflicting information and deliberate mis-information from our "leaders" and government agencies.
Also self employed owner of small retail shop
Richmond Times Dispatch, VA Health Department, CDC
Health dept, national covid news. Smart news
I am so sick of all of the people who dont take this seriously and put politice into the solution. Im sick of  having such poor leader of our country not leading us to a cure. He is a terrible role model. I am so sorry that so many peopke have suffered and died due to this. I pray for answers and for this to go away. God Bless our wonderful state and governor and health care professionals! And out teachers keeping our children focused. You rock
even with the mask requirement, tv ads do not push this. Infection rates mean nothing without context. Local tv news spouts meaningless numbers without any comparison or trend.  Fed, gov't has been largely ineffective (and even harmful) in dealing with this virus...chaotic and confusing leadership encourages people to defy any standards of control.
I read articles shared on Facebook from sources I trust. I do not get information from memes or posts from unrelable spurces
Company is closed due to COVID-19 so I am waiting for work to start again
It’s ok to riot and loot, but heaven forbid have too many people in a restaurant!  I’m tired of this crap!
Any mainstream one like new york times or my local news nbc29 and such
The federal administration has responded abysmally to this crisis. The simple fact that this survey is needed is a great indicator of what an incredible mess this issue has become.
Various - I subscribe to the Daily Progress, Wash. Post and NY Times
I feel like it is super important for the testing availability to increase and to do more contact tracing and for people to wear a mask in public.
New York Times, Washington Post, CNN, Wall Street Journal
National printed paper or magazines (Wall St Journal and The Economist)
The Atlantic, Washington Post, Daily Progress, Charlottesville Tomorrow, Slate, Talking Points Memo
I read some articles posted on FB but I was careful to evaluate the sources before buying in to them.  I've also talked to friends about measures they have taken to feel safe.
I am a researcher at UVA working on SARS-CoV-2 so we discuss it all of the time amongst my colleagues
Some of these things, I was already doing-- such as washing my hands for 20 seconds. I just continued doing them or was more aware that I do them
All of these things reinforced how serious this is
I have not been sick or in public so no need to answer those questions.
We need better public health information on a national level. VA is good but the USA is failing to get the truth science based out. Hence Pence not to mention Trump. It's all over we conquered the virus. Huh? What koolaide are they drinking?
participate more in zoom/web-ex meetings
It is a tragedy that the issues have become politicized to the extent the U.S. tax payer/voters are losing faith in elected officials. The only answers I have found are in the Bible.
World Health Organization and hospitals (Mayo, John Hopkins, UVA, etc.)
I am high risk and have worn a mask for the last 5 years, so while I haven't changed my behavior by wearing a mask, I have put tape over the vent to protect others.
Information from local Area Agency on Aging
PBSNewshour, Democracy Now! Washington Post
Both of my elderly parents died of COVID-19 (in another state) in early April,
My husband is a science journalist, covering the topic in depth
I am an information professional (librarian) with access to and the ability to understand scientific research and recommendations, and I still found the process of finding reliable information about COVID-19 and figuring out how to implement prevention strategies in my daily life very confusing and difficult.
I am deeply disturbed by how our Executive Branch has handled and continues to handle this pandemic.  Frankly, it's a travesty!
New York Times, other links through Google News
I follow the data reported by VDH daily and frequently check the models available from IHME
The Federal government has utterly failed us.
Work wearing a mask, travel less, worry more
The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Slate, FiveThirtyEight
Two of my brothers sisters in law caught COVID-19 in China. One had Pneumonia like symptoms for a month and the other just felt a little sick.
Full time employment stayed in place, secondary income ended
Was working prn and no longer get scheduled for hours
New York Times newsletter, CNN newsletter, Podcasts, Washington Post
CNN, NY Times, Washington Post, Time Magazine
MSN, The New York Times, Washington Post, Huffington Post
I recently gave blood which also was tested for COVID-19 antibodies....the result was negative.
There is an error in the age question.  You include both 50-59 and 55-59 as age options.
Medical professional friends who stay updated daily about Covid-19 and share information and recommendations generously
Online: Washington POST, NY Times, VA Dept of Health & CDC news updates
Statements by epidemiologist and infectious disease experts such as Dr. Anthony Fauci and Dr. Ali Khan.
Please mount a more robust response to covidiot hoax stories and conspiracy theories.
Have used Zoom and other media for contact with family and friends.
It's serious but blown way out of proportion
The press has so blown this up so almost no one trusts the info. Check cdc average weekly deaths. A 3 week spike in April. That's it. The death count is false.
Avoid contact with others as much as possible.
I take everything Northam says with a grain of salt.
Have become more aware of the issues that make people more vulnerable to COVID
I try to stay informed by using the cdc website and the virginia dept of health website
I don’t trust any but I read the news anyway
I don’t really trust any but I come across a lot of info on all social media
I shouldn't be surprised after 3.5 years of this administration but I continue to be appalled by misinformation coming from the White House about the virus.
The Federal government, especially the White House, needs to take this seriously.  The biggest problem is the lack of a federal response team.  No one at the federal level has any credibility. This includes Trump and Birx.
Started new business that couldn't launch
I lost a job and found another. My husband lost his job and is still out of work
Groceries that are a valuable are expensive
Sure wish I could trust and rely on the local news for unbiased FACTS!
Choose candidate without regard to political party
Find it difficult to interpret data due to lack of info on how it is compiled and reported.
New York Times, bbc news, ASsociated Press, Washington post
Watching the rate of increase around the world,
International or foreign science/health organizations like WHO,  UK National Health Service
NYT, WaPo, New ayorker, Atlantic, online TV network reports, various medical reports from international sources
I lost rental income for 2-1/2 months; stock and investment income unpredictable
My husband attended VT. I am very thankful that you all are handling this survey. Also comfortable that results will be presented to public in a timely and accurate way.
NPR.org, CNN.com, Atlantic, Washington Post, New York Times
Close family members are immuno-compromised
I personally know of someone that has died from COVID-19.
I work in a pharmacy, so I have had a front row seat to the public "circus" and panic the entire time. Circulating rumours and misinformation made it worse.
Friends working in hospitals and other medical facilities and what they had to and are having to wear ....and the care they take to avoid others, in case they may be infected and not know it.
Read some Facebook posts that could be traced back to reliable sources .....in research field, educational and/or  health care fields.
New York Times Daily Briefing, articles from reputable sources sent me by intelligent friends, relatives
Unchecked boxes reflect the fact that I was already doing these things (e.g., stayed home when sick, exercised outdoors, etc.)
Not traveling out of my community to tour or to visit family snd friends.
I have a friend in Italy who shared what was happening there. I also have knowledge of friends in “lockdown” at senior facilities who I am in continuous contact that alert me yo restrictions.
Only get take out from restaurants, do not eat there
NPR, Hong Kong Free Press, American Public Media, WTVR, NBC12
MSNBC  ROUTINELY LISTEN TO  ARI MELBER AND RACHEL MADDOW, SOME CNN
I am a retired nurse worked in an infectious disease department, Wash U Med School. Have been concerned since Jan
I am in Gloucester County where the cases appear low. Not sure about the test rate. Wasn't available for a while unless have SOB, fever etc.  In the meantime,  1/3 of people here wear masks.  Have written letter encouraging fellow citizens to wear, considering we dont know who are asymptomatic. Appears to be a political aspect as to whether one considers wearing a mask...
New york times. Johns Hopkins Covid tracker.
Hearing about the health risks from health sources- CDC, WHO, etc.
I am a nurse and have followed all sources when it first started in Wuhan
Because of our health issues my husband and I have pretty much stayed home except to shop at grocery store or drug store.  We don’t socialize with friends like we did before.  When our family comes no hugging😢😢😢 and we mask and physical distance.  We attend church on line.  Have done this since February and I am close to cracking when I think of how much longer this can go on!
part time but not working or getting paid because I'm furloughed
I have heeded the warnings and followed instructions, but I am disturbed that businesses in my area are flagrantly disregarding the mask order.
Try to cobble together a reasonable conclusion based on several notoriously biased, untrustworthy news media sites. Everybody lies... either you truly think this is the end of the world or you think everybody is overly concerned about poll numbers and liability...not safety.
most of the above changes were mandated by my employer, who shifted 100% of staff to full time telework. I would not have likely responded the same way if the decision were mine to make.
Our governor, as well as most media outlets, are shameless hacks. The determination that this was serious was personal and related to the heightened risk to the immunosuppressed, as well as the complexity (and spectrum of symptoms) in infected patients.  While I may not consider myself high risk, I live with other who either are or might be.
CDC and news station and Health Departmenr
STAT news; MedPage Today; CDC MMWR Briefs;
I read about the specifics of the virus.  That's what informs me to know it's serious, not what others say or do.
I am not a Trump fan, but the media seems to only want to publicize news that they think will damage Trump.  I think this probably only helps him.  Also, I am disturbed because the media tries to sensationalize everything it reports.  They also seem to want to lay blame for everything that takes place.  We are dealing with a brand new virus.  We don't have the answers yet.  Most people are doing the best they can.  We should respect that and not jump on people who respond differently from the way we do.  Some "facts" that we thought to be scientific and unquestionable have proven to be incorrect as we learn more about the virus.  We don't know all the answers yet.
Don’t understand the continued safer at home guidelines when all the protestors and rioters are out there.  I am curious to see how all these protesters and riots are going to escalate covid 19.  That upsets me because I have abided by the laws and stayed home.  Now they are out possibly risking the older population to covid.
Researching through major universities and other research based entities
I’m a first responder so only distanced In person visits outside with my 79 year old parents.  Masks mandated indoors but I never wear them during outdoor exercise.  I live fairly rural and don’t do crowds anyway.
Stores limiting purchases wasn’t about the severity, it was about the media scaring people who quickly began hoarding items which were still being produced at normal levels.
No raises due to economic downturn.  But haven’t lost pay.
Obesity is the biggest risk factor and has a direct cause/effect on almost all of the other risk factors.  Why did you leave that out of the risk factors when it is so important to understand how this affects risk?
Stopped visiting family/friends entirely as I work in healthcare and feel the risk of exposing them to covid unknowingly is too great.
Because we were expatriates for 27; years and lived in numerous countries during that time we keep up and have many overseas contacts.  This has allowed is to compare how other  countries are dealing with Covid 19 and the appalling government response on the USA, including the government of Virginia.
Schools closed, so I was not working, but received my pay.
Too many people don't believe science and not behave properly during the pandemic.
Glad to live in the Commonwealth where our Gov. cares.
I became concerned when I saw what was happening in China.
I am/was working on opening a small business
I have had to delay opening my business.
To clarify on federal news - I do NOT listen to the nonsense spewed from the orang e spawn of Satan. Only Fauci. .
CDC, WHO, VDH, Legitimate news sites that pop up in my newsfeed
I no longer disinfect packages and supplies due to the time it takes and CDC saying the virus is not as likely to spread on surfaces, but I did do this in the beginning. I would’ve checked all boxes, had the applied. Luckily neither myself or anyone I know has been sick lately so I didn’t need to change any behaviors due to that. I also don’t usually take public transport so no behavior change there either.
Some of the items I did not check do not apply to me, but I would have checked them if they did.  Like the cancelling non essential health care visits.  I haven't had any during this time, but I would have cancelled if I did
I believe most of these statements, but none of them are WHY I think the virus is serious.  I’m a scientist, and I analyzed (and continue to do so) the data myself.
My in-laws are elderly and while they do not live with us, they live nearby and we are the only family able to see/support/help them right now, so we are being just as cautious as if they lived with us
Major network stories have to be evaluated individually
Worried that false information is being spread for reasons that are more political than health related.  People who believe it increase my risk.
I still don’t believe the public has been given all the facts.
It seems that it’s very contagious but not sure how deadly it really is.
I saw the president lying so I knew it was serious...
I believe some parties have betrayed the country...including the president
I’ve lost money from various income sources...
I work for an Area Agency on Aging focused on services for older adults and individuals with disabilities.
I am frustrated with all the mixed messaging from the white house and the news outlets.  It is hard to know what to believe.  For example - Do masks really help?  Why isn't Trump being a role model?  How guilty is China in spreading this?  How negligent was the WHO?  How negligent was the white house? Should people be taking hydroxychloriquine?
My volunteer activities have decreased and I do necessary work virtually, by phone or internet.
I think it is serious if you are old and have co-morbidities.
Too many changes. Cannot trust any information being given by any professionals at this time.
It is frustrating that we are now hearing so many changes to this virus. Who it affects, what we should be doing, what we should not do. This is why folks are going out. We have decided to take our lives into our own hands!
I believe this is overblown and the media has created an atmosphere of panic needlessly.  It could have been dealt with in a calmer way.  It may be serious but not as awful as it has been made out to be.
Washington post, CDC, NIOSH, Worldhealthmeters,.com, Harvard
When they announced it in Check NA, I knew it would reach the US. At that point I started stocking up, and limiting trips. I also started following WHO, CDC, and various well respected entomologists and virologists on Twitter, and reading as many peer reviewed studies as possible. I also looked back at what was done on a more localized level with H1N1.
Very worried about effect on small business.  Unfair for big box to be open and not small business.  Isn’t it odd that there have not been outbreaks at Lowes, Target, Kroger, etc. if this is so contagious.  Something is fishy.
I think our governor is a complete disgrace and discredit most if his decisions because of his actions and the political decisions he has made totally unrelated to covid 19.
I vote for the candidate I feel will make the best decisions regardless of political affiliations
I think the messages that mainstream media are too politically biased on "byith" sides to be considered trustworthy. I strongly feel that the government has taken civil liberties away and blamed it on covid 19. You can't go to church but you can go to big box stores??? You can't get necessary surgery but you could elect to have an abortion? You can't go to a gym but you can go buy liquor? I have lost what little faith I have in the government to make the correct decisions for the betterment of society. The political system in this country is completely broken regardless of political affiliation and is exponentially worsening.
I barely enter stores anymore. All grocery pickups are done by kroger click list. Unless it’s something I *know* they have and they say they don’t. I am the only one in my household that can wear a mask, so i am the only one who can care for the others in the house now.
I originally registered Independant. However- things are so ALL over the place now,  Politics have changed into good versus evil, life versus death, and no one wants to talk to either side about anything. Why can’t we check the hippie box? You should probably put me down for Democrat here for this study though. But maybe I made you smile with this answer.
I was given a GLORIOUS 3 weeks of partial unemployment where even at partial unemployment I was making two hundred dollars more than I was at work (thanks to COVID relief). That’s 100 more per week. IIf I had been given a chance to have unemployment for the length they were running the CARES act, I would have been able to get back on my feet.
The relief they are giving to people on unemployment is a HUGE help. But it is running out JUST when people are going to need it more- when the states are really going to have to shut down. Kids (who when this all started) were some of the most protected, and are now going out and doing things unmasked, are now going to start passing this. So, since there’s no way to stop this , the only thing we can do is slow this. But we have literally no universal help. Our supposed role model isn’t giving any unilateral guidance to any of us, and it’s created an infrastructure where facts and follies are running rampant. No matter where people get their news from there will always be some sort of bias in it, even minute. Many people don’t realize this, and can be easily swayed by their emotional background. It’s difficult for people to understand the earth is really round, when they look out their front door, and they see a flat street, right? So, the same goes for this microscopic virus. One last note; I mentioned to my friend the other day that I have been in my field for 19 years. I am grossly underpaid as a woman. Men make much more than me and it’s unfair. I’m making $2 an hour more than I did in 2006. However, I believe now is the time for me to change careers, and go back to what I originally went for, and be an art teacher. Why now? Because these kids are going to need an out now more than EVER before. These are going to be very emotionally trying times and the schools and teachers are going to become vital in the children’s health with this. It’s not going to be just about pretty pictures. It’s going to be about making sure they are ok.
I think that the government had and has no authority to shut down the economy because of the threat of this disease. They can inform and make suggestions, but we as individuals have constitutionally protected rights to make our decisions about risks we want to take in our own lives. If someone is concerned about their safety, they can stay home. But being forced to close businesses and put millions on unemployment only bankrupts our country and will lead to severe inflation.
Hate the term "the new normal" cause it's not
I get notifications from VDH sent to health care providers
MSNBC, CNN, BBC, DW, sometimes local network sites
Have only left the house 4 times since 3/16. Supplies/staples delivered by Amazon, UPS and USPS only. No local deliveries or restaurant pick ups. Baking bread, powdered milk, powdered eggs, powdered butter—all new to me. Canned chicken, cheese delivered from dairy in SD. Only businesses I’ve been in are post office, dentist office, hairdresser for haircut (one chair business).
Once we heard about a GLOBAL PANDEMIC the seriousness became obvious!
Once we heard about the virus we decided to STAY HOME. We are not “preppers”, but I got busy and ordered essentials (flour, canned goods, powdered milk, coffee, etc) on line and we have made do. It is hard for me to understand others need to be out when it is not essential. Since 3/16 I have been to a post office 3 times, to mail gifts, to the dentist once for a crown that was pending since March, for a haircut. I have done contactless pick up from a farm food hub twice and Jamestown Feed & Seed once (bird seed). My husband has been in the car twice, but has not “set foot out of the yard” since 3/16. This is possible to do!
New York Times or AP News, but still verify
I wish people would seek out and trust the scientific facts of how serious this is.
Podcasts on science, health, and current events
Worldometers for statistics, no specific news sites, just stories on diverse aggregate sites and google searches of topics of interest.
I am hopeful that our country will survive and will find a way to help us all.
The Hill, Status Coup, & Redacted Tonight
The Hlll, Status Coup, Redacted Tonight, Health Ranger, Prof. Richard Wolff
Don't forget Economic issues,  Los of income, Uncertainty If I'll get unemployment next week  What will I do when the Cares act money runs out at he end of July.
Laid off Company went out of business due to lock down
it's a bio weapon to reduce population created in a Huan lab in china. being used to cover a breakdown of the Shadow/ Military Industrial Complex  banking system.  To seize control and microchip everyone to a cashless society.
Washington Post, New York Times,  Boston Globe, Virginia Dept. of Health website
New York Times, Washington Post, WebMD, PAtH.org, NPR
Washington Post, NY Times, The Atlantic, Politico
some questions about behavior changes were hard to answer  I did not change my behavior when thinking about trying to avoid someone sick by using protective applications and methods
Stopped playing music and singing indoors with others for the time being.  Do not have friends over for socializing, unless we do so outside.
Learned of a few peple I know who have died, and just the large number of cases that are skyrocketing currently.
I just wish we as a country would regain some common sense and compassion for each other, and stop making this a political issue.
Just what comes up on my phone or computer
Day Care worker and Food Service 2 part time jobs
Washington post and some other nationally respected online versions of papers like New York Times, Boston Globe, Chicago Tribune.
Daughter just received a degree in medical and biological illustration from Johns Hopkins and is now employed at the Dawson Lab and on the faculty for her reCent program. She keeps us posted on COVID-19 news. Both of our children/spouses or partners have been teleworking - they have urged us to be MOST careful. We worry about them, too.
Watching the situation in NY and also my daughter works at VCU hospital
Registered Republican but will be voting Democrat now
I was only a little concerned about the virus until our agency began to talk about shutting down (teleworking) and then began to realize the seriousness of it.  Since being at home and watching the news as well as our governor's (and other's) response I have been very concerned about the virus continuing to spread as well as the effects of it.
New York Times, Washington Post, AP & Reuters news service, CNN
These other things are BECAUSE it is serious... but they did not make me think it is more serious.  The actual infection, hospitalization and death rates are what made me realize how serious it is.... and then seeing the terrible job our country has done of testing, tracing, quarantining, masking, distancing... that makes me even more concerned.
There are so many insane conspiracy theories out here... and the muddled and inept messaging from the WHO and CDC is NOT HELPING.  Additionally, Donald Trump has managed to politicize a freaking VIRUS - and even made wearing or not wearing a mask into a political loyalty test.  The:how to stay safe/keep other safe"  messaging about COVID-19 is being swamped... it's too little, too late, and many people are now just ignoring all of it after months of feeling jerked around.     We should have had coherent, science-based and cohesive leadership from the top down on this MONTHS ago.  We knew this was coming.  Hell, we knew something LIKE this was going to come for at least a decade.  We defunded the researchers and agencies that would have been able to help us deal with this in the early stages, when we could have still stopped this from becoming a pandemic.    Now... I fear we will be stuck with this disease forever, with recurring outbreaks continuing to flare up.  Our economy is now wrecked, international borders are sealed, the death toll keeps climbing, and yet we Americans still won't do the simple yet (politically) hard work that it would take to actually get the outbreak under control, because we have people in power actively fighting AGAINST instituting science-based containment measures.    We opened too soon.  We opened without any of the testing and tracing measures in place.  We opened because corporations want wagestaff to get back to work and start earning them bigger profits.  We opened because this virus was making Trump "look bad."   Now it may never go away.  And we will surely see another pandemic disease in coming years.   I know I'm making a political rant here.  But - I'm actually a biologist.   I have followed this pandemic on the scientific / epidemiological front since it began.  I am disgusted and horrified with the way that political pandering and expediency took precedent over science.  I feel like we are in the beginning stages of a new "Da
Work for government agency, receive direct messages regarding state responses.
Very disappointed that Gov. Northam was pictured at Va Beach without wearing a mask and standing very close to several other people who were not wearing masks.   I hope this proves to somehow be false!
New York Times, Washington Post, CNN, Apple News Feed
Non-Profit that focuses on Early Childhood
I only trust any of them when they are written by scientists or clinicians.
Sorry, I don't know the names, only the numbers (Richmond 94.5, 96.5, 103.7)
Checked in more frequently on loved ones
I analyze samples from clients in a lab. Workload became considerably lighter.
This pandemic exacerbated existing stress, anxiety, and other mental health issues.
Used federal COVID familiy medical leave act to reduce hours so I could care for my children
some questions did not answer because there was no correct answer
I am in the travel industry. Not working.
New York Times, PBS online, CNN online, Johns Hopkins stats, World-o-meter stats
I take everything even more seriously when I go out and see how stores and restaurants are taking it seriously. This indicates a universal acceptance and understanding of the gravity of the situation. I am impressed by the way stores have taken steps to protect their employees and customers - stopping people at the entrance, indicating how to stand six feet apart, wiping down shopping carts, wearing masks, and putting up sneeze guards. I am impressed with most shoppers - those who wear masks - I feel mutual respect. I am grateful that hardware stores have been able to remain open so that I and others can spend time improving our homes while we have so much time at home - it gives us purpose. I am glad our governor is a doctor - I trust his judgment and take what he says seriously. I appreciate the Richmond mayor because he doesn't contradict the governor, and takes this all seriously as well, wearing his mask in public. For those who don't take this seriously, I, along with my family and friends, assume they are that way because they are Trump adherents.
I’m teaching my kids at home, cancelled travel plans
WWBT.NBC12.com, Richmond Times Dispatch, The Guardian
Science-based information is truth.  Preparation is critical.
I take this virus very seriously, due to my age and high blood pressure.  I have listened carefully to Governor Northam's press conferences.  It has been filled with important information and kept me informed about my community and my state.
i TOOK COVID CLASS IT WAS GREAT AND HONEST
I JUST WISH THEY TELL TRUTH AFRICAN AMERICAN ARE ONLY 13% OF RACE HOW CAN WE HAVE MORE THAN OTHER 2 OUT 10
THIS IS NOT PRIVATE IF YOU ASKING FOR RACE AND GENDER, THE MORE IMPORTANT THING IS TO STOP LYING TO THE PEOPLE AND GIVE TRUE NUMBERS AND FACTS
I lost my second job but remain employed full time at my main job
I dont think I trust any information from any sources anymore.
Was full time student w/ internship,just graduated in May
Looking for a job, of course no one is hiring
Wear gloves when appropriate. Wash clothes and shower immediately upon returning home.
I care for someone who is high risk, but does not live with me. Daycare closed and uncertain about returning as it reopens.
Information about epidemiology and exponential growth.  First person accounts of overrun hospitals in Italy.
Marketing Coordinator at Civil Engineering firm
The messaging from the state is making folks think that the worst is over and we are safe. I dont understand what has changed other than economic issues. I no longer trust the state government decisions about the virus
Partner was laid off and household income increase due to federal unemployment payments
I believed the messaging that masks were not necessary and the coronavirus was not worse than the flu at first. Seeing everything get shut down and watching all of the nursing home deaths quickly convinced me that it was much more serious
The patients I encountered who watched Fox News on their TVs are more likely to be less informed, suggest that the virus is a hoax, or call it a “little flu”. I worry that national news sources caused harm. Perhaps they should be fact checked *gasp, 1st amendment violation* during National Emergencies.
CNN, Washington list, wsj, New York Times,
Scientific, medical, and research journals
I got sick, but I did not have access to testing to confirm if it was Covid-19. At the time, they testing people who had a travel history to China only or a known contact with someone who was diagnosed/had traveled to China. I suspect I might have had it, but I would be more worried about catching it(following questions in your survey) if it was confirmed that I did not have it.
I lost my trust in state government leaders when they began to reopen states against the advice of public health officials and the CDC. I completely stopped listening to the President early on (Federal Government) since he was actively spreading misinformation. I believe experts should have been given center stage to address the public, not politicians.
Residing in retirement village, following their strict rules.
I have stayed home 99% of the time.  I have been out for a ride in car 3 times.  My daughter picks up supplies or I have them delivered.  Cooked only at home,  i had 3 encounters with Zoom.  I could not get supplies of toilet paper, clorox or disinfectant.  I had to sparingly use what I had on hand before virus onset.  Frightened over shortages.
I have taken it seriously, but have suspicions, yet to be verified, that either China used the virus as a bioweapon, or the Democrats used it as a final way to get Trump, whom they have harrassed for 4 years.  Democrats would not care whom they hurt or kill to get back in control.  I have a fear of the future.
My daughter works at Amazon.  I have heard of the safety procedures required of her; how many have been infected  in her fulfillment center.  I worried about the long hours she was required to work for awhile (60), and the susceptibility to the virus and bringing it home to me.
Washingtonpost.com  NYTimes.com  Vox.com  TheAtlantic.com  NPR.com
Cancelled all trips for the entire summer
I believe we need a co-ordinated federal response including a data sharing among all the states and ideally other countries. I believe we should be more supportive than ever of the WHO. I believe that we are in the hands of a completely clinically insane President (I do not say this frivolously) and I despair at the dangerous lack of leadership in the senate. We are in a crisis without leadership on a federal level (thank God for Fauci) but our governor is doing a great job. Ralph Northam has really risen to the occasion as has Richmond Mayor Stoney. I do not believe this virus will “magically” go away. I just pray our “very stable genius” will abdicate when the time comes.
Though my employment has not been impacted, my wife lost her job and is picking up shifts as need be.  Trips to the store are more typically in the 2 or 3 trips per 14 days.  This past 14 days was higher due to helping family members move into their new house.
Self employed small business owner, lower revenues due to COVID
Small indie beauty brand owner with online and brick and mortar shopping
I think this survey had a purposefully misleading question.  You asked whether people trust information from the "Federal government leaders (such as the White House)" and then in the next block you aks about NIH, CDC "(such as Dr. Fauci).  Dr. Fauci is a federal government leader.  Trump is an idiot.  You should have just been straightforward with the question you are really trying to ask, do you believe Trump or Dr. Fauci?  But the misleading nature of the way the question was ask creates a issue for any results you get from that question.
We haven't been sick at all but if course would have isolated if we were.
Washington Post, NY Times, Richmond Times Dispatch, articles posted on FB, letters from my senators
Washington Post, NY Times, Richmond Times Dispatch, The Guardian, CDC website
But only for articles I then read. I don’t believe random people spouting off their opinions.
Not visiting people except in my deck at 6’ distances. Not hugging my children or anyone else. Mostly staying at home. Not having company. Not teaching in my home. Not visiting my mother at her Independent Living home. Not traveling much at all - only to go kayaking once. Not walking with friends.
The constant news coverage. Trump’s insane defensiveness about it and utter inability to do anything about it. The numbers of people dying all over the world. The first thing was Italy’s experience. Watching COVID March relentlessly across the globe.
Unemployed due to COVID. Doing what I can to make money any way I can.
I was stricken with fear and anxiety when I first heard about it because I am newly separated and living alone and didn’t know what would happen to me if I got sick. Would I die at home alone without being able to call 911? Would it strike me that fast? Descriptions of the illness were so graphic and so awful, I was beside myself with anxiety to the point of sobbing 1-2 hours/ day. Fortunately I began taking an antidepressant which helps with anxiety and that has leveled out. Now I am coming to terms with the situation and am enjoying the calmer lifestyle. I am incredibly grateful for unemployment benefits for self employed people. That took care of a great deal of my anxiety. Time helped.   I find it tricky to get good accurate information about the disease now that Dr Fauci is no longer giving daily updates and the CDC has been weakened and we are no longer supporting WHO. Much of the anxiety is about our government and it’s incredible mismanagement of the entire pandemic.   I am doing a lot of meditation and talking to friends who have a positive outlook which is also realistic. I have a strong support network and don’t read a lot of news because it’s too upsetting. When I begin to feel myself getting upset, I try to stop reading the news and do something else. It’s too hard to calm down otherwise.
New York Times, Washington Post, BBC. Deutsche Welle, France 24; also twitter to CDC, FDA, etc.
I have 2 sisters in the Seattle area - 1 a physician & the other a pharmacist, who warned me that "it's coming" and to take it seriously and prepare.
I have tried to focus on getting and relying on information from medical, public health, & epidemiological sources rather than politicians and journalists. I trust Governor Northam more about this because he is a physician. We also focused on Governor Cuomo's daily updates on the NY situation because he seemed to provide more supporting data for his comments and seemed more straightforward about developments, planning & action.
Changed work schedule and habits to have less people in office at the same and increased infection control at office.
I feel let down by the weak initial response to the virus' appearance in the US.. Conflicting information early on made it difficult to make the best decisions. I think even healthcare providers were unprepared, but since it is a new virus I can understand a learning curve. It just made me feel like I had to research everything myself, as well as read between the lines to figure out the safest practices for me and my family. I didn't hoard, but I imagine that is what leads to hoarding supplies...the feeling that the "system" is unreliable and therefore it is every man for himself. I think it is amazing that from my perspective, no one was really taking it extremely seriously until the ACC conference games and the NCAA tournaments were canceled. Then I noticed things rapidly changing.
I think people who don’t take this seriously are stupid and selfish.
continued to work but the workload was lessened and I worked less hours- from 8 hours a day to 6 or 7
I believed it was serious from the beginning and I have done every measure I can to stay away from people.
Have not been in any building but my home and vacation home since March 11. I will seek medical care if I need to but have not needed to. I am delaying routine check ups. My last one was early March.
My daughter is a certified pediatric nurse practitioner and works for a large practice in the Richmond area. She also keeps us informed..
Washington Post; New York Times, Newsweek, Time
WHO situation reports, medical studies, epidemiology simulations, information is beautiful, etc,
NPR, Reuters, AP, and local newspaper articles posted online.
Look, I am not an idiot.  I don't believe something *because* I saw it on Facebook. Rather, Facebook friends share articles, which brings that to my attention, and then I evaluate the source for myself.
I am currently receiving hazard pay and my hours were increased from mid-March through the end of June.
My background is an engineer and a high school science teacher.  I have taught about the SARS epidemic. So once the situation in Italy swamped the hospitals and forced them to shut down, I knew this was serious.  And once I found out that the US wasn't testing  (only 500 tests done by the end of February), I knew we were in trouble.  I began changing my own behavior in mid-March, as soon as the statewide state of emergency was declared.  My roommate has a family history of COPD, cares for her elderly grandfather, and works with at risk patients. Because of my job interacting with the general public, I try very hard to limit all of my other interactions. I have not left the state since February.
I watch/listen all but MSNBC look for science based studies to verify.
Dont visit my kids unless we quarantine from certain activities for at least 7-10 days.
Our daughter works in a hospital ICU and was part of a COVID19 team in Virginia and spoke with her for updates.
My husband is in sales and breadwinner and stayed home, no sales.
I followed it before others did n before quarantine and relied on science based studies and reputable medical sources. Much faith was lost in the public health community because of changing info that did not make sense. Masks I knew provided some benefit n I wore them when CDC said was not helpful n could be harmful to wear. Influenza studies revealed decrease in influenza with masks and in nursing school I took Microbiology so I knew it had to at least help some with amount of viral exposure. Second Plaquenil I researched and believe the FDA n CDC were dishonest n the studies were set up to fail by administering to very ill/dying patients n not early in diagnosis since is an antiviral. I followed international case series and the number of positive case series results was impressive. Also there were docs in US having success in early treatment. My husband has been on it for malaria prevention as have our children for military and other non CONUS travel n it was totally safe and prescribed freely (no warnings at all).  Last the behavior of public health condemning protestors in Wisconsin over job n business losses. Some called them murderers. Few weeks later they were cheering protestors for police reform who were engaging in far more risky behavior as to COVID19 safety. Then telling public protests did not spread COVID19 when groups who attended who were required to have mandatory testing afterwards and had big outbreaks of protest attendees (police, National Guard, Clemson football players n others), it was clear public was once again being lied to for political reasons. Also we have cousins in Texas and their spike was all in border towns and we were hearing Mexico was a HUGE hotspot and the cases were coming into the country from Mexico and some were actually being brought into the US in ambulances. Politicians tried to blame all these spikes on opening up the economy too fast. FALSE I did an experiment and gathered data of dates, places and ages of the spikes.
The Guardian, VOX, VA Dept of Health, New Yorker, and surprisingly, ELLE had well researched info on masks.
I'm essential. I remove/sanitize/wash shoes/clothing as soon as I return home,  I shower then disinfect all surfaces I touched prior to washing/showering. No more welcome home hugs and kisses.
More localized information would be beneficial.  People would change if they understood that the rate of infection in our zip code was highest on May 30th, not sometime in March/April.
voluntarily took 3 weeks unpaid leave in April
Social distancing and mask wearing not taken seriously by many. Not required at my office and we work closely together. Social distancing is impossible  Even now with the mask requirement.  Big source of daily stress.
I believe there’s a health risk but feel it’s being exploited.  Don’t believe it’s any more dangerous than the flu.
New York Times, Washington Post, BBC news
It’s rough I’ve had it and am high risk copy but week two still home and starting to get better all except my breathing is still not great
Originally it was national health and science organizations, but now I don’t believe anything they say. It’s all political and economic
Originally I thought it was a serious problem that the government overreacted to. Now it’s all out of hand—trying to save face and catering to the media and potential voters. No concern for the economy, education or mental health.
I am very high risk I’m on oxygen when I got Covid I thought that was it. I recovered in two weeks at home entire time now I had oxygen at hone and I had to up the setting some and my doctor prescribed antibiotic and steroid. I was surprised I did not have to go in hospital so I think maybe not right who is high risk.
We are on the eastern shore with very high numbers but they seem confined to the disgusting chicken processing plants
For 9 weeks during the height of viral outbreaks in my county, I  went in no large store, grocery  or pharmacy.  I shopped small farm markets and small corner stores with few shoppers and judged whether I would enter based on how many cars were there, sometimes waiting until some finished shopping. I still do that.
I already do not touch my face with dirty hands, wash my hands for 20 seconds when needed, and use hand sanitizer if I can't wash my hands
I see and hear people complain and protest about reopening things, and leaders saying "yes we can reopen but people will have to do this...", but already out in public people are NOT doing "this"(social distancing, masks, etc.).  It seems to me they already believe it is over.
Northarm is the worst governor we've ever had.  I don't believe anything he says.  The news channels say spreading facts not fear and they absolutely lie they love putting fear into us.  They thrive on it. I predict that after president trump is elected all this goes away pretty quickly. I'm taking precautions of course but pretty much going about my daily life.
Retired professional,  self employed and very successful
But i adored to the stupid virus and raised my income again
I have heard and believe children can be carriers without showing symptoms. I also believe children can get the virus and have complications.
Number of hospitalizations, compared to ICU hospitalizations, compared to recovered patients and the percent of a symptomatic positive test results.
This survey was too long, next time you may want to consider a shorter version for better participation.
The covid 19 testing numbers have been confusing.
it is a dangerous virus follow healthcare professionals advise for your safety as well as others. sometimes I afraid how things are going.
At first I was alarmed but as time has gone by I feel more and more as if we're being manipulated for political gain.
Morning Briefing, Wall Street Journal, NY Times, National Geographic
NPR radio has been helpful, and I trust their reporting.
Printed national news, medical journals, class sponsored by University of Mary Washington
Do not travel, not able to see family and friends,
There is altogether TOO much misinformation, disinformation, as well as misleading information, and confusing information. I am horrified at the amount of bad information spread through social media and accepted by those I know. My best source of information has been my participation in a class offered by the University of Mary Washington and made available to the community.
NY Times, Washington Post, Johns Hopkins COVID tracker, Virginia Department of Health
Relatives in various places around the world. Some of which have died of this.
Lost 2 family members to COVID 19 and have had several friends hospitalized
I think it is somewhat serious but we are overreacting
I stayed at home for two months and didn't go anywhere. I think it is time to go about our lives. I’d be traveling or out more in public if there were options to do so.
CDC, va dept of health, National geographic
Working as a health professional and watching other healthcare systems become overwhelmed with patients with COVID. The rising illnesses and deaths
I watched the news than lost all my business in two days.
Small business owner lost 90% of my years business
definitely I won't believe WHO anymore!!
I have noticed that the majority of non mask wearers a white, male Republican  and under educated.
I read medical sites and reports. I talked to people who live in China. I avoid the Cuomo brotherly love show on CNN. I find Democratic response hysterical, fear mongering, hypocritical.
Public health department and agency sites, university medical school and veterinary medical school sites, AVMA, WHO
It delayed the start of new job (and getting income) and pushed back relocating for the job
Visits to retail only increased past 2 weeks(notthe norm) in order to get items post move, get food items elsewhere that were not available at store I did online purchase with, setting up new home (getting cable box/equipment, having to go to post office to order mailbox keys, purchase of cleaning supplies.) Practiced social distancing, wore mask, in some instances wore gloves, sanitized hands once leaving store, showered and changed clothes after returning home.
Wear face shield with masks in high contact aituations
Temp furlough and slighy temporary pay reduction
Please encourage people to wear faces shields in addition to masking as they protect the wearer. Mask compliance in public places is still very hit and miss
Provide a handbook for those who have symptoms from the disease.
I only listen to my friends or family that have a legit science background and/or work in healthcare/public health. So, my mom that has a degree in Biology and has worked in public health for 37 years, I listen to. My one aunt who is an RN but also believes that it's a vast left wing conspiracy etc etc I am researching how to report to her licensing board.
Whatever channel has the governor's pressers on
Canceled a non-essential haircut even though it scheduled for after salons were allowed to reopen.  My reason for canceling was to lower risk the risk to my  immuno-suppressed coworker (we still need to go into the office a 3-4 times per week).
I have two comments: 1. I felt that I was treated poorly at my last visit to a grocery store (late march).  I believe it was because I am brown (mixed Asian) and people were saying that Asians were "bringing" the virus to the US.  The cashier was a young African American man, who gave very good customer service to the Caucasian customers before and after me.  He ignored my greeting, completed ringing me up, did not tell me my total due - the only thing he said to me was "You're done," and quickly called a cheery greeting to the customer behind me.  I have not been back to Food Lion since.  2. The public needs guidance on how to handle recovered patients. There is a risk perception problem (e.g., How long are people still shedding the virus? Can we safely social distance with recovered patients).
Various, such as WAPO, NYT, MSNBC, NBC, CNN, USA Today
CNN, Washington Post, New York Times, Virginia Pilot
How the pandemic developed in Italy, number of deaths, the way treatment is delivered to patients, health care system limited capacity for treatment, shut down of economy, quarantine
Lancet, ProMedMail, CDC site, NY Times, Washington Post
Closed my own business' in-person operations and transitioned to online instruction... I do not know if it will survive.
I wish you had asked about the lack of enforcement of mask wearing after the Governor's order.  I have had several conversations with retail store managers (grocery especially) who have told me that their corporate HQ told them they cannot require anyone to wear a mask or ask them to leave.  VDH, when I discussed this with them, told me that businesses were required to do so.  There has been a failure in communication somewhere as to which order supersedes the other... and it is putting employees and the public at risk.  I would love to know how many people see others not observing the public health guidance.
CDC and .org or .gov —- vdh.va.gov.   John Hopkins university
I did not have the option to say I had NOT heard some of the statements in the first section of the survey. I had not heard Reducing SSI payments, for example
I feel there are a lot of online news articles that are solely click bait with sensational headlines to drive web traffic. I think there is a lot of fear mongering and divisive messaging and the nations response has become politically polarized when politics should have no place in public health decisions or messaging.
COVID Act Now; NYT Coronavirus Briefing; VA News
It is not easy to ascertain which sources are (or which people within a source are) credible and providing factual information
CNN, NBC NEWS, HUFFPOST, WALL STREET JOURNAL, NY TIMES, WASHINGTON POST
no longer attending church services in person, only on Facebook live
Taiwan CDC Central Epidemic Command Center
I believed the news stories of a strange disease in China that was filling up hospitals and morgues.
missionary - displaced from place of service because of COVID
I heard about the issues in China and wondered how long it would stay in only China.
I listen to podcasts from doctors and sociologists.
Virginia Department of Health, Bloomburg News, CDC, Other State's DoH, Some international news Sites.
Increased my daily news intake. Increased daily exercise program.
I have been reading CDC and VDH data online and sustained this practice throughout the response. The numbers of actual cases vs the narrative on the news and from national and local leaders do not match. Not even close Thus, I only believe it is somewhat serious. Certainly not serious enough to ruin people's financial lives by barring them from working and destroying businesses. What have we done to ourselves in the name of safety? We have traded the safety of our physical selves in exchange for the ruination of our financial and psychological selves.
I am a citizen of the United States, the parties do not matter, the American people matter.
Some of the questions on the first set I had actually not heard of before, but choosing that I had not heard of them was not an option. The ones about curing with herbs and one other. They seemed untrue, but nonetheless I had not heard of this.
New York Times, The Atlantic, NPR, Philadelphia Inquirer
1) A friend who is a heart doctor told me you are more likely to catch it by interacting too closely with people than from touching objects.  He said it was duration, proximity,  and frequency of interactions. 2) my husband is essential and does interact with the public on a daily basis.  I am expecting he will catch it and pass it on to me.  I am avoiding all my family locally because I don’t want to pass it on to them unknowingly.  I miss them horribly. We have always been close.
The guardian, axios, propublica, nyt,wapo
retired, almost always stay home now, visit w/ friends and fam via zoom
I can read. I can understand what I read. I am capable of making informed decisions to change my behavior to protect myself and others.
I pursued reliable information sources and I volunteered as a MRC nurse.
I take it all in and listen for sound science
My job, in retail, closed for 2 months however I remained on payroll to fill online orders.   Do not eat out anymore something I did several times a week.
My retail job closed to the public for 2 months.
Google news app- mostly NPR, NBC, CNN, democracynow!
I’m blind and social distancing cues are visual. I wish businesses would add tactile cues. I don’t drive. And to complicate things, I’m immunocompromised from an autoimmune be disorder. I’ve only been out since March to vote.
Information from CDC and WHO. Our Governor says the risk things many times, but he’s largely ignored locally. I’m very glad I have been able to avoid going out. But I’m going to have to go out there. I wish he would persuade the public to be responsible.  I am uninsured and have preexisting conditions that might make a mild case hard. Also, how dies a single blind person get transportation for testing and medical care? So I can’t risk being around people not taking precautions.
Facebooks covid 19 data section, covid19healthdata.org, i try and fact check articles of news i see online
There are some things in the above we did under phase 1 we dont do anymore. We used to sanitize packages and eat take less but we dont sanitize packages or groceries anymore and eat normally but choose outside if possible.
It used to feel scarier but now it doesnt feel as scary. But I will still take precautions. I dont see an end in sight.
CDC webpage, CNN, Local news apps, VDH webpage
I read the data regarding the transmission rate and death rate of this disease.
National newspaper, print and online (New York Times)
New York Times, Daily Press, Business Insider, others relayed by trusted friends
- Preparing all meals at home. - Exercising at home on treadmill.  - I was already doing many of the other things (hand-washing, avoiding touching my face) and therefore didn't have to change my behavior.
Thank you for working to get the word out.
Employed at Outback Steakhouse but due to COVID-19 I have had all my hours reduced and I am receiving 100 dollars every two weeks for my income.
I have not felt sick or encountered someone sick, ergo Q's regarding this were left blank.
Learning of the sizeable number of people seriously ill and/or dying of it here and around the world.
Scholarly Journal articles, peer reviewed papers. NPR, BBC.
Have returned to work, however I follow a rigid guideline for staying safe. 6-10 feet outside with mask and always mask inside a building. Extra cautious to clean surfaces more often and after touching. Lots of hand sanitizer.
I first heard about the virus on January 1, 2020 on NPR. I've been listening ever since to learn from experts to help guide my behavior and keep me and my family safe.
Health reasons, waiting for all restrictions to be lifted & covid19 to be resolved before having knee surgery.
Working 1 day per week recording data at school kitchen
I am already somewhat anti-social and very aware of germs since i work with a semi-high risk population so things didn't really change much. I have noticed that I am more depressed than I was prior to the pandemic and lonely at home since all of the other people in the house are essential workers.
I am sickened by our federal government that is ignoring the issue and not working to make rapid testing available EVERYWHERE and to make N95 masks available to everyone.  We will not be able to open up until we know who is testing positive and be able to isolate them before they infect many other people.  I will not be going to a gym, restaurant for indoor/outdoor dining, or large group event until we have this under control.
National Public Radio (e.g., WHRV in Hampton Roads, VA)
I like vdh.virginia.gov/coronaVirus  because they provide raw data and normalized (divided by 100,000 population) for each health district
Death toll projections for the U.S. from the ferderal government taskforce. Also, some people being asymptomatic and vectors for the virus. The time the virus can stay on surfaces and in the air.
I look at the CDC and news reports - then research for truth.
The number of deaths reported world-wide - the number of people reported as having COVID-19.
I read both sides of the argument - and base my activities on what I consider best-practices.  I would not want to be a carried of this and give it to someone else.
reading academic research, interviews with experts (doctors, scientis, epidemiologist, etc), cdc/who reports
I am appalled at the disregard for science, so crucial in this pandemic!
Web MD, Centers for Disease Control, Black MD
The internet is a terrible place filled with opinion articles and click bait stories.
The inconsistency of the President on the severity of this issue has cause anxiety and frustration during the pandemic.
A public health crisis should not be political
Just graduated college so no previous full-time job
I moved to Floyd for the duration of this pandemic because of the reduce incidents of COVID and easier access to outdoors without too many people.
Washington Post, Richmond Times Dispatch, Slate, the Atlantic, New York Times
I think people who do not wear a mask are putting me at risk.
Limit the number of people I am around even when masked.
Read articles on Facebook, but don’t necessarily trust them.
Note - wasn’t sure how to respond to some of these, e.g. “stay at home when I felt sick” - I haven’t felt sick during this time, but if I had, I would have stayed home. I did not check box because I didn’t experience this so behavior technically didn’t change. Not sure how you wanted this question to be answered.
None of the items listed above caused me to believe covid was serious - I think these are all reactions to it being serious. What led me to believe it is serious (not included on your list) was the nature of the virus. The fact that it’s so common for people to be asymptomatic and unknowingly spreading it to people who are high-risk. Or the fact that it can take up to 2 weeks after exposure to see symptoms. These are the reasons I think it’s serious. It’s unlike the flu in that, if you have the flu, you typically know it’s the flu within a couple of days. With covid people can be out and about for weeks Without knowing they have it. So I think appropriate choices here (for why people thinks it’s serious) should have also been the data/statistics that have been provided about the virus.
I am an RN who works with covid patients.
We've followed all directives and not been sick.  Closely following our governor and cdc recommendations.
CDC statistics of those testing positive, the death totals, and NO vaccine.
Independent research about coronavirus virology
At this point I believe it is all political and that politicians will drag this out until after the election. It doesn't seem to matter to them how badly financially this affects the American people. $1200 stimulus is not enough to help after 8 weeks of shut down and there is no end in sight. But I see the politicians are still getting a pay check.
Va Department of Health, NPR, Washington Post, New York Times
I direct an online homeschool support organization. We are swamped with people deciding to officially homeschool the next year because of the restrictions announced for schools.
Please ask Mr. Trump/Whitehouse to STOP spreading misleading and/or WRONG information!  He is hurting the country and its citizens.
In general,  I have never been a social butterfly. 😁
I don’t think people are taking this seriously enough. The argument that wearing a mask violates someone’s freedom is crap. Plain and simple.
Governor should report economic harm data when reporting virus data at his press conferences.
Some of you  answers are not reflective of your questions, some of the  demographic questions you asked are not appropriate,
My husband's business slowed down but  is now coming back
I have grandchildren ages 7 & 5 (latter has Down Syndrome). I have  postponed a doctor’s appt. for 2 months, postponed dental appt. indefinitely, only grocery shop during “senior hour” every 2-3weeks, have extremely limited in-person contact w/ family & contact my friends by phone.  I don’t go out w/out a mask.
I’m retired.  I am concerned that I could be asymptomatic/ unknowingly affect others.  I see it as a lack of respect (& ignorance) that some people refuse to wear masks. I watched NY Gov. Cuomo’s updates; hope & pray VA doesn’t get to that level before some people realize the seriousness of this.
I think it’s helpful for government officials to set an example (masks/social distance, etc.)
I did not frequent large crowds of people in stores or restaurants before.  Only when necessary to get supplies.  Main difference is the cancellation of in-person meetings for my work.
Coronavirus is serious business but other preventative measures like masks, limiting group sizes, and protecting highly vulnerable populations would have been better serving than shutting down the entire country.
I first started following the Virginia Dept of Health Coronavirus page and have trusted that site during this time. However, I realize that the data takes time to update so I'm not 100% about its up-to-date accuracy.
Reviewing transmissability and other data & statistics
The politicis in this is ridiculous.  I was in on the pandemic planning on the state level in 2006, etc. and there has been too much knee jerk reaction and posturing, lying, etc.  Self testing is a joke and major labs are not doing the tests correctly.
My opinion is it's a plow to get President Trump out of office...sad isn't it.
ABS-CBN, Hong Kong Newspaper, StraitsTimes
Hong Kong Newspapers, ABS-CBN, Straits Times
The Governor of Virginia refuses to answer the email question of: Is logging considered essential? It is pitiful that so many talking heads and empty suits want to politicize a dreadful disease for gain.  Business is a risk! If one cannot hack it in business, then pack it up and start a new one, if possible. Why should I subsidize your hobby.
we get multiple updates from VT each week, emergency management team emails from the county, health department,
I think it is all about politics.  The Democrats couldn't impeach Trump so they come up with this.  They limit you going places and can't do this but thousands can riot and its okay.  I am sick of it all.
I check regularly the Covid confermed cases and deaths for Mecklenburg County on the National Weather Service app.
I am greatly disturbed about people not complying with mask restrictions and feel more should be done to compel them to comply!
Virginia Tech never should have stopped youth programs for 4-H and FFA through September. It should have been looked at by the month. With new things coming to light about this waste of time virus programs could have continued.
Canceled scheduled family get-togethers and children's birthday parties
I don’t trust any news outlet. I think they spew what they are told to say
Our governor is an idiot. And is over stepping. I will not follow the mask mandate, it is unconstitutional
I believe it is very serious, but the measures we are taking are similar to those that should be taken for any highly communicable disease such as the flu, a stomach bug, or strep throat.  I don't discount the seriousness of Covid-19, but some of the measures that we are taking for public safety make no sense (the big box chain can stay open but the little local business that sells the same things can't).  It wasn't okay to do take out alcohol sales before, but now it is perfectly acceptable.  Let's be real.  Half of what is going on has no relevance to public safety and Covid-19.
I appreciate the free masks provided to members of the community by our local Extension office.
Think it’s more political than health issue
washington post, johns hopkins university
I liked seeing the signs on the highway about staying home/social distancing. I think that was a good way to get the word out too.
I already worked from home 70% of the time and I live in a rural area so there’s no public transit or delivery.
Watching the stats. Know people who have become sick and some that have died. Read many testimonials online.
Used to identify as Republican overall but NOT anymore. Independent and disgusted with both parties at this point.
Actual virus testing seems impossible still unless you are sick. The only test we’ve had was the antibody IGG test (last week). Don’t trust the stats put out overall due to testing issues.
It would have been nice to hear more from local health leaders, rather than having to rely almost entirely on national/international news.
I’m an ICU nurse at Carilion RMH in the COVID unit
I have not been sick so stayed at home was N/A. Have not had anyone sick in my sphere so that N/A as well. Only had pizza delivered one time since March (disposed of boxes with gloves and placed pizza on cookie sheets).
As a healthcare professional, educating myself about the virus was all I needed to understand the serious nature.
I'm registered as Republican but think of myself as having attributes of all three categories.
Nursing professor at RUC and received the information via college email system.
National Newspaper (e.g. NYT, WaPo, WSJ)
Most of the information I have been exposed to has been pseudoscience bullshit pushed by the current asshats running the Executive branch
Primary literature, mainly through PubMed.gov, and International news
Eurekalert, The Guardian, the Independent, the BBC, Der Spiegel
I read about the spread of it in South Korea way back when The Angry Cheeto was still calling it a hoax.
made awareness of spreading germs and how nasty we as a human beings have become not washing hands, not staying home when sick
New York Times, AP, Lancet, peer-reviewed medical journals
Heard about treating covid positive patients from friends/colleagues at other health care entities in "hot spots" (primarily New York, New Orleans, & Michigan)
Have not visited with family members for the past 3 months
One of the challenges with the current pandemic is that the news/guidance changes daily. I do not believe that closing health care facilities was good advice.
Did not travel to California or Australia as planned this spring. Made dozens of masks for family
Read the scientific reports!  Horrified at the way science is being presented to the public as a political attack or an opinion
I virtaullt get all of these, but I am sketipcal of all information. Try to get information and data and judge for myself.
information i gathered from many sources.
I was overseas when things with COVID became serious and countries began to close their borders. I was exposed to MANY people through 7 airports within 3 days in an effort to return back to the United States including traveling through hot spots. I feel fortunate to have not gotten the virus (or at least shown symptoms) of the virus. I was careful to wash my hands, not touch my face, and not touch surfaces unnecessarily; however, I did not wear a mask while traveling (this was before it was recommended to do so). This does make me question the effectiveness of masks and  PPE vs. hand washing, not touching your face, etc.
Listening to and reading about the science about it.
I am a physician, covid disease has not turned out to be as serious as first believed; the government over reach has been excessive; much of what we have "heard" has been politicized and over dramatic
I am involved in multiple US & international physician groups that share info via FB. I also get information from my national professional society & have participated in many of their webinars.
I am a physician so still have to go to work but have not been anywhere other than work since early March. I do not go to the grocery store because I don't want to increase risk to others.
I am a physician and have been following COVID closely since early January. When I first began to express my concern & need for planning at our practice, my administrators did not believe me.
I am a physician and have followed all information provided by CDC, WHO, American Academy of Pediatrics
I don't really rely on much other than the CDC website
I don't trust any of them honestly, I just take in the info
Unfortunately this situation has resulted in me losing most if not all faith in the government at large and most news outlets. There are obvious discrepancies based on where you live; my case is far better than most of my family back home in Arizona, but the priorities of the government are consistently not in line with those of my friends and families. I can't trust a lot of major news networks either to deliver information that will encourage a large-scale change in behavior for the better or at least a sense of genuine compassion/empathy that is completely missing at the moment.
Information distributed by my employer, a healthcare system
I'm not afraid to catch COVID-19. I have no health issues and would be fine. I believe it is my responsibility to be careful/self-isolate to prevent infection and possible transmission to someone who could be hurt by the virus.
I don't trust any of them, but I read Washington Post, CNN, Aljezzera, and BBC and compare notes.
I'm not sure about the ordering in questions, but I think it is relevant to know that I almost never ate out before, and if anything I've ordered more prepared food during the crises than usual to support local businesses.
I think being an immunocompromised person who has lived through pneumonia and vasculitis, and neuropathy and meningitis before makes my understanding of the risk of this very different from someone who has never experienced the sort of painful conditions this virus can cause.  It also means that I am limited in my freedom of movement and engagement by the safety practices of others, if others aren't wearing masks, then I probably shouldn't be putting myself at the risk of going to that store or place.
A few people Shared the plandemic video with me and I said I didn’t want to watch it because it isn’t helpful.
John Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center and peer-reviewed medical literature
Volunteer medical director of a free clinic
First read comments/ articles from other physicians in January/ February. I try to do my own critical thinking and evaluate scientific data, depending on the CDC. However, my years of experience in family medicine help to guide how I apply the data in clinical decision making.
Washington Post, New York Times, Roanoke Times
Cancelled travel plans. Reduced my bubble to two people. Attend online worship.
NPR, Washington Post, New York Times, Atlantic
Personal research from official scientific sources (like the CDC, WHO) online; Tweets from verified public health or medical officials and/or those officials/experts who I actually know and trust
There was a definite switch from my friends on Facebook sometime in mid-to-late March in terms of who was posting that they were taking this seriously, and even some who had made posts about how they did not before and now do. Which is not to say all of my friends have stopped posting about this being a hoax or an overreaction, etc,, but there was a noticeable shift at that time in March.
In response to your question about my source(s) of coronavirus/COVID-19 info, I get some of my trusted info from friends  and/family, because some of my friends and family are trusted health care professionals.
I’ve following it since December from news in China. Too bad that took so long for the president believe and take actions.
New York Times, Washington Post, ProPublica
New York Times, Washington Post, Vox, POLITICO, Los Angeles Times
I feel like I have whiplash trying to process and take informed action on COVID-19. We still have a lot to learn about the communicable disease.
Messaging from international Malawi university and health care science based
Delayed dental appointment. Delayed non-emergency medical appointment. Delayed hair appointments and manicure.
I find the mixed messages from leadership disrupts the science and public health based recommendations for preventing the transmission of Civid-19.  I have decided to set an example by wearing my mask, practicing social distancing and proper hand washing In public places. I will speak up in a responsible, but non- aggressive way to others who might be ignoring the public health practices in specific situations only. I do not say anything unless there is a specific infringement on my or another persons safety.
Johns Hopkins COVID-19, CDC websites have also been helpful and reliable sources of information
In February the CDC said to prepare for the possibility of severe disruption to normal life.
I base my beliefs on severity based on scientific evidence and infection rates.
Cudnt find a job after my mph😁 from tech!
Virtual church/no singing (I didn’t see a place for that).
By the time many of these happened, I was already convinced of its nature.
I have read about pandemics in the past (both fiction and nonfiction), so I knew who was giving out scientific information and who was full of poop.
New York Times, Washington Post, Politico, NPR, Wall Street Journal, Roanoke Times, Bloomberg, CNN, Huffington Post, CNN, NBC, CBS
I actively research sites such as VA.gov. W.H.O. and CDC. I check resources on things posted on the interntet when available.
Reading the statistics daily have influenced me. I knew the virus was serious even bef ore some people that I work with were aware of the seriousness, and before we started to work from home. I work with community individuals and insisted they not be brought in to the medical school where I work, before it became a mandate from the governor.
I watch Governor Northam's press conferences every time he holds. them. I also watch Governor Cuomo frequently and Mr. Trump most of the time.  I applaud the two Governors and shake my head in disbelief at the White House briefings. I am doing all I can not to get this deadly virus. I am an avid traveler and this has had a huge impact on my life, but I am willing to do whatever it takes.
Why does this matter?  Invasive and unrelated to your study.  Shame!
Doesn’t matter for this topic and is creepy that you ask this.
I was supposed to study abroad over spring break.  This was cancelled and I receive weekly updates on COVID for the countries I was supposed to visit.
I believe the virus is somewhat serious, however, I think the media as well as others have really gone overboard with the hype.  Scare tactics are not a good way to get a message across.  Conflicting information that changes frequently has caused a lot of misinformation and contention.  Instead of having compassion for all and whatever circumstances different people are in....we are in a society that feels if you don’t share my opinion...you are wrong.
New York Times, Washington Post, NPR, PBS, Atlantic
I don't know what I consider myself anymore. In the past it's been Republican but I'm feeling a bit disenfranchised lately...so I don't know.
Husband's coworker lost his father and grandmother to Covid.
There are a lot of competing interests involved when it comes to how Coronavirus is being handled. Personally, I think it's in my family's best interest to follow the advice of the scientific and medical community and err on the side of caution.
varies based on the infomration. more reasonble information I do not fact check as much such as hand sanatizer is recommended. Others I look into more
worked for school as work study in IT. not sure about job next semester
CNN, MSN, BBC, NY Times, Washington Post
My children stay home from preschool and have no playdates
I feel I'm being exposed to the risk of Covid-19 because I don't see people around me, in public places, adhere to social distancing or stay-at-home guidelines. This lack of seriousness among a small fraction of public puts the entire community at risk.
Also have elderly parents with health issues who live in the same town. Have minimized contact with them, only spoken twice outside in last two months with everyone wearing masks and maintaining social distance
lost opportunity for more secure position
WIth amazement at all the misinformation? Including coming from the White House.
MSNBC and other news and political podcast (I don't actually watch the news)
I felt confused by this question.  I didn't become convinced that COVID was serious BECAUSE of these things - I believe many of these things had to happen (like school closures or my decision to work from home) because it was and is serious.  Of the list above, only the reporting of cases and deaths from other countries (first) and other states convinced me that it was serious.  That, and some of the early warnings from national public health officials.
Furloughed one job, now part-time at a grocery store
Published Abstracts of scientific Studies
My employer released instructions on distancing and disinfecting, promoted remote work, then moved to essential operations status.
I have found the OSHA publication on COVID-18 for opening businesses very helpful and comprehensive.
The graph of new infections vs time in the US went nearly vertical to 1000.
Washington Post, NPR, the Atlantic, STAT news
Haven't felt sick.  If I do, will stay home!
I have been afraid since before Feb. 4.  Why everyone else took so long is a mystery to me, but I attribute a lot of misinformation to FOX and POTUS.
Media coverage has been harmful - everything has been polarized and fit into a political message.  That's a shame, and it's hampered good efforts.   The Governor's messaging has been decent.  Senator Kaine's messaging has been beyond polarizing & harmful.
I always washed my hands for 20 seconds, but I do wash them more often now.
I practiced most of these behaviors already (washing hands, staying home when sick, etc).  I have increased some of the behaviors listed in response to the COVID information and restrictions.
The misinformation out there scares me more than the information.  Gov't. leaders need to step aside and let the scientists and medical community lead the communication!
Avoided visiting my healthy but 82-yo mother
CNN, NY TIMES, WASHINGTON POST, ROANOKE TIMES, WDBJ7, WSLS
Epidemic models paint a very frightening picture. Data dashboards show other countries and places like NYC having severe difficulties.
Online group formed specifically for COVID, to share information and to organize support
It's important to continue implementing masks required practices and social distance practice. In my opinion,  this is more effective than giving out free money. We must first keep our community safe, before anything else.
The information coming out of the White House has been a joke. I trust the CDC and WHO but wish we would hear more detail from state govenrment about how they are making their decisions and what the oveall plan for testing and contract tracing will be.
coronavirus fatigue / shutdown fatigue is real  people's behavior decides the real reopening (not the government)
I worry about returning to work in the fall. I teach at a public school and I work with several people who are over the age of 65.
The amount of misinformation that has been communicated to the American public about COVID-19 from the White House since January is alarming and blatantly dangerous. The ensuing chaos of state-by-state, Governor led approaches to COVID-19 due to the lack of leadership and/or planning at the federal level is posing a monumental threat to both the public's health and to the economy.
CDC provided information about COVID-19. And data provided about the spread
New York times, Washington Post, Bloomberg, Johns Hopkins, Science News,
Increased online and phone socialization with friends,and family
That Covid 19 is so infectious and people are dieing at alarming rates,was,all I needed to know how serious it was/is. The closings etc are appropriate reslonses and did not contribute to my thinking it was,serious. In fact the closings, distancing, masks etc shoukd have all occurred much earlier in tbe USA.
I am leaving my job due to lack of concern for employee health
I follow international news. As soon as the virus was confirmed outside of China,I knew,it was most likely very serious..the world should bave axmcted sooner, especially thd USA.
Had to stop working and choose now not to go back yet because I cannot social distance while doing my job (massage therapy).
self-employed part time but not working due to covid
I have to change channels when Trump is on the air.
I am worried that as restrictions relax and cases go down that people will let down their guard and community spread will increase. I am very worried about my children with the news about the multisystemic inflammatory syndrome that affects children after they have been infected with COVID. I am very concerned about the safety of my children and whether they should go back to day care or not. I have not heard any convincing information that says that children are safe from this virus. There are many people who believe that children are "immune" and I just don't believe that. Particularly with a small infant at home I am very concerned.
Google news -- I don't trust any news media; they all lie
Governors have over reacted and violated our constitutional rights; if a "second" wave comes, no one will follow the knee jerk reactions again
The "Flatten the Curve" mentality was abused by state government and the resulting negative impact of lost jobs and lost time in school has caused irrepairable damage to our society.  Government has failed miserably.  The lack of general Covid-19 testing in Virginia is unforgivable and demonstrates that the state government does not know how to handle this situation.  Clearly, the health of the average resident in Virginia is not a high priority.
I reluctantly work from home and hope I can get back to my office soon and to the classroom in August.  Still, I am personally concerned about the actions of others that may put me at risk for infection and severe consequences from COVID-19.
Just finished MS, starting a new full-time job in July
Slate.com, theatlantic.com, cnn.com, npr.org, bbc.com, wsls10.com, wdbj7.com
Washington Post, New York Times, The Atlantic
combination of many media sources, as all the above have limitations.
Wearing medical level masks is essential to stop Covid19 spreading.
I feel mandatorily wearing masks/gloves and keeping social distancing in public places and work spaces is the most effective and cost saving way to prevent  employees and citizens from being infected with Covid-19 when businesses are reopen. Printing money Without detailed plan in stopping/slowing down the virus spreading is useless.
Became essential and worked more without an increase in pay
Lost Retirement funds in the Stock Market
The Message of "My Mask Protects YOU and Your Mask Protects ME".  Needs to be more widely disseminated.  It's lost on folks who don't wear masks in public.  They aren't worried about catching it. Which is fine, but the don't seem to realize they are putting others at risk..
the Internet like Common Dream etc , Times, Post
CNN, The New York Times, National Geographic, Vox, The Atlantic, etc. Also, I trust the scientific information that these news sites are reporting from. Rather, I trust that these outlets are doing an appropriate job of disseminating accurate scientific information from credible sources.
The lack of adequate testing (antibody and/or nucleic acid detection) was most disturbing to me as it affected how many of our organizations and people were embracing social distancing.
I’ll pay attention to individuals that I know and those that I do not know if I trust them or trust the source.
I did not mark some things because they did not apply to me. I would have marked them if I had experienced the thing mentioned, for example, if I had felt sick, I would’ve stayed at home.
I received an extra $1200 from the federal government, but my investments have decreased in value.
Was laid off from my job through my school
I indentify with aspects of multiple parties.  I use common sense
While the messaging about the seriousness COVID was important, the media took it too far with each network trying to outdo the other.  The constant "Body Counts'" displayed on some networks dramatize the situation.  Social media also played a role in heightening fear.  COVID is also being politicized.  As a nation, we suffer from not having an objective and reliable source of information: one that is willing to explain that the situation is "fluid" and that we are not able to draw conclusions at times.
It is frustrating the lies coming out of the WH and fox news... this would be manageable with a competent coordinated federal effort.
Reddit, Apple news, google news, npr, bbc
BBC, the guardian, CNN, Washington Post, Wall Street journal, NYT
I believe the virus is serious, but I a So believe the media has used this to spread fear!😢
At first I listened to the news, but it became so political and fear pushing that I decided to just do what I could and listen to my family health professional.  Still don’t know what to believe if I hear something on the news!  They have over done this so badly!
NYTimes, Washington Post, Associated Press Articles
our federal government has let us down.  Virginia has done a good job.  Other states have been more proactive and successful.
The lack of a national response is catastrophic
Crisis leadership and messaging at the state and federal level is poor.
The New York Times, CNN, The Washington Post
Washington Post, New York Times, The Guardian, The Atlantic
Attend religious worship services and other community meetings on-line. No need to re-open churches until it is safe.
NYT, Kansas City Star, ProPublica, ErinBromage.com, The Atlantic
The Daily podcast interview with Donald McNeil Jr, 2/27/20
I read an article online about the superspreading event at a choir practice in Washington state that reinforced how quickly the virus can spread and how likely airborne transmission is.
I listen to some National leaders, like Fauci, but I don’t really trust Trump.
Lost my part-time job as a waitress due to coronavirus
I lost my own primary source of income, but I just graduated high school this week and am a dependent of my parents.
Get some thought police out at the public high schools. Bad information spreads like wildfire there
There is no information about what to use to treat the symptoms of COVID if we are home sick. Why is that?
Local friends/professors who are experts in airborne disease transmission
International News Sources: BBC, SCMP, Reuters, Atlantic, WAPO, NPR, CNN; Professional Journals or Academic sites: NEMJ, Nature, JHU COVID-19 Data Tracker, Medicinal Chemistry Researchers
Washington Post, CNN, BBC, South China Morning Post, NY Times, Boston Globe, Reuters, BBC, Atlantic, Economist,
I try to read from a wide spectrum of resources because I think every news source, state, nation and governmental agency has its bias.  There is still a lot we don't know about COVID-19 and there hasn't been enough viral, antibody and contact tracing done in the US which really concerns me.  It is difficult to evaluate data that is published from various states as well as the CDC.  Data is presented with not enough detail and all too often lumped sum to give the impression that more testing is being conducted than actually is.  Virginia has only recently disentangled its viral and antibody testing and only recently distinguished repeat testing for the same individual.  The fact that there is no federal mandate for data transparency and no federal organized effort and funding for increased testing and contact tracing is troubling.
It is quite astonishing how much blatant misinformation about COVID-19 the president of the United States propagates on a daily basis.
The information for the local updates is not transparent at all! There is no information about the trace of the confirmed cases in local communities. There is no information about the status of the confirmed cases. Nothing. All we are told is to stay at home. You do not know anything about whether there are any confirmed cases in your neighbors and your communities. You have no idea where to avoid.
I do not believe that there will ever be a "cure" to the Coronavirus, so if we are waiting for some sort of cure, our wait will be in vain. There may be a vaccine developed, but that is not a cure. The coronavirus or some other virus will always be around. So maybe focusing on a cure to the disease is the wrong place to focus. The closest thing we can get to a cure to any disease is to boost our immune systems and societal health as a whole. Our governments so easily and quickly shut down entire economies in response to this disease, and yet they subsidize factory farming monocultures and pharmaceutical development that only contribute to our society's vulnerability to such a disease wiping out our population. I do not believe it is appropriate past a certain point for the government to mandate or control the behavior of individual citizens. While I think some of the advisories coming from the government are smart and wise recommendations, some of the talk I’m hearing about eventual mandates on citizens to get the vaccine, or to wear masks, or to "score" people based on their contact with others, or to prevent businesses from operating, are simply unsustainable, tyrannical, and un-American. I am okay with social distancing to a certain point, and have abided willingly in many cases to social distancing recommendations, but do I believe social distancing should necessarily be continued to be encouraged from now on? No. Do I believe it is in human nature to social distance? No. Do I believe that by asking people not to have contact with one another for some undetermined period of time is denying them their humanity on some level? Yes. Do I believe that keeping people isolated from one another and from society actually compromises their immune systems on some level? Yes, I think I do. Do I think that after a while people will get sick of these mandates/rules and start to break them more and more? Yes. We HAVE to ask what is sustainable for our society, our ecology, a
Washington Post, New York Times, Economist, Roanoke Times
Started buying more items from local businesses, when I used to buy them from chain stores.
I have a lot of friends who work in medicine or public health, so my social media feeds tend to contain their expert opinions and advice.
Stop letting the politicians be the spokespersons!  They are not the experts and have made things MUCH worse.
There's too much 'information' out there, not enough vetting.
I am a scientist, so I trust other scientists when they tell me something
I found the local TV news frustrating.  The government response frustrating.  The sensationalization of information and fear mongering ridiculous.  Stopped watching TV / or reading anything about COVID after maybe 2 weeks.   Trying to wear my mask - wash my hands and not engage in the fear / hype.  Not afraid to die - I am afraid of getting caught up in the drama of thinking constantly that I might die.
New York Times, Atlantic, Wall Street Journal
I was left wondering how to define "believe."
Virginia Department of Health, Johns Hopkins Covid page, Washington Post
Someone I cared about died in Virginia from Covid-19
I'm just heartsick about the misinformation being spread. Not sure what can be done, but I think it's appalling.
Anecdotal evidence from health care provider who has seen confirmed cases of COVID-19 (without HIPPA violations).
washingtonpost, new york times, atlantic, vox, cnn
Direct sources of studies/preprint; Science magazine; Wall Street Journal
Instagram: kinggutterbaby account. She is the best!
I had to make a conscious effort to stop watching the news and especially the White House press conferences in order to maintain my sanity. I dedicate time to research online every day to stay informed and have developed a trusted group of sources via social media that I have relied on far more heavily than traditional news sources as time has gone on. I have never been more concerned about the politicization of scientific facts related to the virus and the ways in which we are divided by this.
Johns Hopkins Dashboard, NY Times, Wall Street Journal
Universities and Research Institutes / Researchers / Research Repositories
I get aggregated news stories through Google News
Worried about how states are changing how testing Rates, cases and death are being reported.
I have friends who are doctors and nurses in other areas where things are very bad. I trust their experience.
Anything in news on my phone. But I don’t believe it all. I look it up more
The Governor is a Tyrant. The curve was flattened a month back. He wants to destroy small business.
Virginia Tech is an information highway. A lot of my information comes from there.
the economic devastation does not match the health concerns.  the focus must be on the sick, not the healthy
Data aggregates such as the Washington U model
I have no idea the stations network affiliation
Washington Post, New York Times, The Atlantic, NPR
Look for essential purchase that allow  touchless transactions Require contractors working on outside of house to wear masks
The President declared a National Emergency The statements issued by WHO
The news and messaging around COVID 19 can be overwhelming. Sometimes it can affect your mood and you have to take a break.
Full-time "essential" worker, but making a fraction of what unemployment would pay
I avoided going out in public and wore a mask when I had to during the peak, but the continued lockdown is bullshit. The initial pitch was a couple weeks to flatten the curve. Hospitals aren't overrun, and our governor is a hypocrite that was caught not wearing a mask or social distancing, only to mandate masks immediately afterwards.
I don't trust social media, I usually check the original source.
International online newspapers, NY Times, Bing coronavirus cases counter, Johns Hopkins University status report
I feel safer when other people are wearing masks in public.
CDC, Carilion Health system, Virginia.gov
I read about things on Facebook & Twitter, but  follow up with credible information
Stayed home when sick, but I always did that before, so I did not check it. Also, I avoid more public places, but will still walk out in public
Although my elderly mother does not live with me, she lives next door and I am her primary helper/care giver and it has been part of my decision making to take care of my interaction with others on her behalf as well.
New York TImes, Washington Post, msn.com, The Atlantic
If Northam issued a recommendation, I'm sure it affected me - but can't remember for sure if he did so prior to issuing the order
expecting lower dividends; also bank accounts paying less now
I quickly stopped listening to White House briefings when it became clear that they were mostly being used to for Trump's campaign purposes.  I was very glad that the radio station I listen to quit carrying them live.
Listening to medical professionals, scientists, and epidemiologists.
I am appalled at the lack of science-based federal leadership.
cancelled trips to visit family, cancelled trip even to a "socially distant" location like a beach house because it required travel across states.
NPR, Washington Post, NY times, LA times. the big ones.
The big newspapers and magazines - Times, Newsweek, Washington Post, NY Times, LA times, CNN, MSNBC, BBC, NPR, PBS
For facebook, only if tied to a major newspaper or agency
Won't go in other's houses, even if we remain 6 feet appart, not even my mother's house acrross town. Won't let anyone in my house.
I usually just read articles that Google recommends on Google News
Trump is a compulsive liar, so I don't believe anything he says about the virus.
Anyone can get a test regardless whether there are symptoms or not... is this helpful to database of its using up resources ?
I'm an academic research librarian, so my social feeds are full of professionals with high quality, vetted info. I know I'm an outlier.
my husband is a small business owner, so his income has been severely decreased
Much conflict has been caused in our family due the conspiracy theories being circulated on social media that my husband believes are true.  This misinformation is very detrimental to all people.  It causes panic and hysteria.  More effort needs to be placed in educating the public about the dangers of this misinformation.
Communication about the risk to all ages and communities is so critical. Thank you for your efforts.
Impact on economy Some politicians are overreacting. I am more scared of impacts on the economy and freedoms than getting sick.
I was applying to state jobs prior to virus. Half of the positions I applied to were canceled. Others are put on hold. No new jobs (of the type I was applying for) have been posted since virus.
I miss the rpess briefings held by the president. The media was extremely unfair and ridiculous with the questions they asked, and downright rude. There was a serious lack of respect. The media completely twisted what he said and generated seriously misleading headlines. Unfortunately, it seems like most people my age rely on media coverage of the press briefings rather than watching the press briefing. The coverage was skewed.
Social Work//Volunteer in Political &Service Organizations
Especially trusted Gov Cuomo's briefings.....very clear on how to deal w/ the pandemic
This question is difficult to understand  ..have affected you whether? ..have been affected..?
BBC, Washington Post, NY Times, Time Magazine
my doctor who treated me in January with an unknown illness after I returned from Japan,S. Korea and members of CDC who know my case believe without a doubt I had covid-19. Whatever I had sounds very much like it and was the worst  illness I have experienced except for cerebral malaria. It has made me a lot more understanding of those really scared. I think if I hadn't gotten sick I wouldn't be as cautious and "believing" that this is a horrible illness
New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Washington Post
Cancelled travel plans, no obx vacation this year
From German virologist Christian Drosten
FB to access articles recommended by trusted friends
What do you mean by "serious"? I think COVID-19 is highly transmissible, partly because infected individuals tend to become contagious a while before showing any symptoms, and I think it probably has a real mortality somewhere around that of a nasty flu. Those two things together could quickly overwhelm our healthcare infrastructure if the disease were left unchecked, so it's serious from a public health perspective.
New York Times, The Atlantic, Washington Post
To clarify, my use of Facebook for news usually includes links to articles
would like VHD to name which type of tests are being used.Info only mentions blood vs. swab
Washington Post, NY Times, Roanoke Times, FiveThirtyEight
The spread of false information is alarming. Particularly that coming from the White House.
Johns Hopkins, Department of Health, BBC, French and German newspapers
I already practice staying home when I feel sick. I wear a mask if there is a crowd.
In the beginning I was highly concerned. Now I’m beginning to question things. There is a truth we are not being told.
As far as one of the employment questions, I still have my full-time job (teacher—working from home)—however, COVID affected my summer employment with VT (Engineering Camp).
No change, but more work for same pay and the future of my employment is unstable
University professor (60% science research, 40% teaching/service)
I stay at home not out of a concern for myself, but for others. My partner is an essential worker, so I assume he has been exposed and has thus exposed me to covid-19. I want to decrease the risk I infect others if I am asymptomatic but infected.
I haven't felt sick, but I would have stayed home if I did.
Read online news regularly (NYTimes, Atlantic, New Yorker, etc.). Wasn't sure how to represent that, but it's a primary source of information.
Washington Post, New York TImes, BBC News, The Guardian, Aljazeera, CNN News, CBS News, NBC News, InsideHigherEd
New York Times, Washington post, the Atlantic, NPR, occasionally more mainstream/sensationalist news sites like CNN or MSNBC
Brought my elderly parents from a hot spot to live with me
May have lost out on the raise associated with promotion (though not the increased responsibilities and job security)
I am an anxious person so i have read SO MUCH! The mixed messaging is a major issue (take masks, for example). It reminds me of when I was pregnant and couldn’t find ACTUAL information about risk for certain behaviors (alcohol, sushi, lunch meats), just blanket recommendations that assumed I was stupid and incapable of processing complex information. Because of this, people make uninformed decisions because they can’t weigh what’s a BIG risk and what is a smaller risk. I have seen this play out in a lot of ways with coronavirus, and the mask example (message: “you don’t need masks” — actual intent: well they will just hoard masks and won’t use them correctly anyway) is one, but there are others too
Virginia Tech News, Johns Hopkins website
Johns Hopkins, CNN, Virginia Tech, NIH, Virginia Health Department,
I talked with friends who are physicians and shared their authentic experiences on the front lines and things they are doing with their families to abate the risk such as getting each person to take a baby aspirin every day.
I like to search for it online and take into account different sources including: Scientific studies, CDC, US news and international news sources
I was about to get a raise and that is on hold
PubMed, BioRxiv, other scientific reporting sites
Washington Post, New York Times, STAT (all with a grain of salt and additional online searching to identify reliable reports)
I have always washed my hands for 20 sec and avoided touching my face before COVID, so these are not changes in my behavior.
Learning about how the virus works, reliable scientific reports on what the virus does to individuals to cause disease
New York Times, Wall St Journal, Washington Post
Should be personal/healthcare provider, but my internship was cancelled so I now work in food sector
WSLS (local), CNN, NYT, NBC, BBC, ABC, USA Today, WSJ
AP, NPR, CNN, Washington Post, New York Times, random others.
I think this is the worst messaging of any disruption I have ever been part of.  The messages are inconsistent and often contradictory.  There is no national leadership and if it weren't for the Governors, this would be a much worse situation.  I honestly believe that if it weren't so badly mishandled, most places of business could have remained open with appropriate safe-guards and we wouldn't have the economic crisis that we currently face.
Washington Post, New York Times, The guardian
income not reduced, but raises were canceled
No additional info except to say I am tired of being overloaded with the same info day in and day out with no real solution in sight
Some of my responses I did not actually ever hear/see the message before. I answered that I have "heard" the message since it was the closest response offerred.
Various, based on google searches and include articles from the New York Times, Washington Post, and other sites.
Registered Republican, currently not voting Republican.
Corona Virus Daily NPR podcast, Podcast 19 from FiveThirtyEight
had to teach my children along with working full time. my wife is impacted much more so as she is working from home. i bet you dont have kids do you? or you would ask. its a huge stress you didnt even think of, you twat.
man. where to start. hardest thing ive ever done.
Scripps Research Center, Science News, New York Times, Johns Hopkins Coronavirus tracker, Danish radio
Everyone should listen to scientists and medical experts, not politicians who only care about their political futures
Washington Post, Guardian, New York Times, Atlantic, New Yorker
listening to scientists regarding the danger and impact of COVID-19
Unfortunately, I shake my head at the inability of our federal government leaders to coordinate a united, true response to this virus.
I do research related to infectious diseases and I'm friends with (including on Facebook) fellow infectious disease researchers, and those individuals as well as my own (literal, not "google") research informed me.
I have been disappointed and concerned about the lack of weight given to federal scientific research by national leadership. I wish our country had a more cohesive response. This lack of coordination is quite confusing to the general public.
The state should also support some money for international students who cannot got back home and struggle during summer and this period.
NPR, The Washington Post, The New York Times
Google news, Yahoo news, Washington Post, NPR news, CNN
the history of pandemics - this is just another of several in my lifetime.  they will kill folks
assist with some university classes and take others
I sort of resent being "high risk" simply due to age, but I guess that's the best they can do
Virginia Dept Health, CNN, WDBJ7, WSLS, Roanoke Times, worldometers.info
This seems to be causing more of a social divide, with more hate and distrust towards Asians and between political parties (mask vs. no mask people).  Seeing people believe fiction due to politics makes me lose hope for others.
I do not trust one news site over another.  The main ones all produce misinformation as well as truth.  You have to examine each article for bias, motive and source.
i dont trust facebook.  I trust some of the sources I access on facebook.
I try to follow the proposed recommendations but ultimately feel life needs to get back close to normal.
Not really just in my opinion we should not have opened back up just now as someone with a heart condition it gives me severe anxiety
Johns Hopkins, University of Washington and other academic sources
Online news only from trustworthy sources (NYT, Wapo, Economist)
Washington Post, NY Times, The Economist, The Atlantic
I have not checked some of the above because the do not apply to me. I would have.
WHO and CDC websites, Epoch Times online newspaper
New York Times, WSJ, Roanoke Times, Washington Post
Buzzfeed. Don’t trust 100%. Mostly use it supplemental
Federal government is awful at their response to covid
New work times, the Atlantic, others sporadically (apple news app)
I have always stayed home when I felt sick. So I wasn’t sure if I should check that box.
Challenging the narrative and questioning the "experts" (to include their analyses, interpretations, and motives) does not necessarily translate to a description as a "denier of science".  A study on the effectiveness of quarantining the healthy would be very interesting. One must be aware of preconceived biases that may influence the composition of a survey and/or the analysis of the results.  Not only should one question the ones with whom we disagree but also with those we agree.
The Guardian, The Atlantic, The WSJ, New York Times
National statistics, but knowing that many things are under reported and active cases is based on testing and not necessarily actual numbers
Health worker friend describing situations in new York.
Still paid but lost summer internship opportunities
It is dissapointing how poorly the federal government has handled this situation and how many people in positions of power have tried to take advantage of it. Offering discrete means of aid, assistance, and assurance would help many feel more confident and able in these unique times.
Management has been poorly handled by our president and Republicans
except for people in nursing homes and others with diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and other complications
overblown reaction by those in authority
msn.com is the entry point which refers to other online sites such as cnn.com or washpost.com
I feel as if I am in the middle between friends who are overly concerned with catching the virus and getting very sick and relatives who think that this is too big of a disruption in our lives/limiting our freedom. I think that the White House and Fox News has instigated the revolt against what scientists and medical professionals are telling us.
Parking lot meals with family members who don't live with us.  Park cars 10-15 feet away; eat meal,  chat and virtual hug.
Coronavirus is moderately serious. The stay at home measures were perhaps justified in March; they weren't in April when it become clear that the age-stratified IFR is nowhere near initial estimates; that instead, Covid-19 should have been treated similar to past pandemics such as the swineflu.  The problem is that no one dares to define what an acceptable level of excess mortality is. To me, 150% excess mortality over one 1 year with an average of 3-5 YLL (years live lost) is acceptable, and thus would not mandate the destructive actions taken by politicians.  Covid-19 so far is far below this bound anywhere on earth, and unless you're bringing back some of the dead to die again will not even reach this level.  The main problem is that people are bad at math.  They see "200,000" people dead and do not grasp that this is how many people die normally of all causes in less than 1 month (21 days, to be exact, in the United States). Over 1 year, that's less than 6%.  When all is said and done, we'll count the excess mortality from (a) Covid-19 and (b) from the measures taken against it by different countries.
The main problem with crying wolf is, of course, that no one will believe you when the wolf actually comes.  From a public policy point of view, I would recommend that one defines what degree of expected excess mortality in terms of YLL warrants which measure, and that such a definition be done *before* a pandemic hits.  This way we wouldn't see the destructive actionism we are seeing.  It is also fair to state that much of this is driven by people (in the same socioeconomic stratum as myself) who don't have much to lose (or so they think). When it previously was somewhat embarrassing to see my daughter's swim teacher also deliver Pizza to make ends meet, I now don't have to: contactless delivery!
WH does not provide any leadership and true information, unless Dr. Fauci
Instagram for news related to Asian/Asian American hate crimes and discrimination
Keeping up with university messages/messages from the university president more often
CDC, CNN, Virginia Health Department, Governor Northam's addresses, NPR
I have friends, coworkers, and family in the hisk risk group.  Even though I don't live with them, I have to take this disease serious and adhere to safety measures to keep them and others safe.
My husband and I have cancelled numerous trips. We are staying home and rarely venturing out.
If this survey was conducted again I think it might be helpful to include a question about taking the virus serious for people in your family you do not live with but who are at high-risk. My parents are at high-risk. I am not visiting them but I am being extra cautious in case I get the opportunity to visit them in a socially-distanced manner.
I don't truly trust any. I try to go to roanoke.com to keep it local, and I look at the CDC site, and because I have Asthma I check out aafa.org. Truly though, its hard to trust news,
Allergies make not touching face at home  impractical. I only go out in public when absolutely necessary. We have groceries and supplies delivered and we disinfect them. I do not go around people outside immediate family who live in the same house
If jobs, sports and religious activities are interrupted, you know it's serious. There's no way they'd make this kind of changes without a fight.
Currently waiting to see when states will give up on quarantine due to economic issues, even though there is no vaccine and i have not seen numbers of cases go down. I genuinely believe we'll be back in our houses again a few months after everything reopens and the next large wave of people get sick. But more to the point of the question.. all my information comes from various sources, and they all conflict in one way or another. There is no way to tell anything without becoming a full-time covid researcher.
Places of work - I am a healthcare provider.
Hospitals taking precautionary measures and limiting non-emergent services
Loss of secondary income via rent from roommates ending lease early.
I have followed CDC recommendations and obtained information from peer-reviewed research articles.
Johns Hopkins University, CDC,  and other medical/public health sites
I'd like to state that family/friends who are microbiologists, virologists, scientists
My partner has a start up and was doing roofing jobs to keep us going. Those are cancelled and we have barely anything left to survive now.
There were items in your "how you heard" section that I had not heard, but there wasn't an option to select for those. I left them blank.
The Washington Post; The Roanoke Times; WDBJ7.com
Check in with family members and friends more often.
My mother is in an assisted living facility and I monitor her care as beats I can.  It is hard to get information.  I drop off supplies and do her laundry but I am unable to visit her.
I take all these sources in but I do not follow updates closely.
New York Times, Washington Post, Roanoke Times, Fauquier Times
I already did all the positive health behaviors, no need to change to include them when you already do them.
I think it's semi-serious but we need to start building herd immunity.  This shutting down completely for extended time is more than flattening the curve.  The flatten the curve message has turned into "you can't return to normal without a vaccination" message and it's ridiculous.
National Public Radio, New York times, CNN
How did you get the IRB for this survey so fast????
There is so much conflicting information from sources that I trust. I am thoroughly confused and don’t know who to believe.
CNN, The Atlantic, Washington Podt, NY Times
I wish we had more testing available—including testing for antibodies. I heard our region was testing 1% of the population and that is not enough to know how prevalent it is around here.
Not enough clarity for Virginia rules, now would like idea of when Phase II is expected and what that might entail
I read what is posted, but it's not a trusted source
Don't take my children to stores with me any longer
Statistics and reports from the medical community on the rates of infection and death
I cannot trust the current president and the administration other than Dr. Fauci. The uninformed remarks of Trump are hazardous to public health and welfare!
The wording of some of these questions was laughable, especially coming from such professional and highly regarded entities. How about a "I have not heard of any of this" or an "this statement is ridiculous' option.
Thank you for doing this research. I look forward to seeing the results of the study.
International science/health organizations, international government leaders, science/health podcasts
The Atlantic, The Guardian, FiveThirtyEight, individual trusted authors across other sites
Reached out to neighbors to share contact information and offer assistance, especially the elderly
Multiple part-time and volunteer leadership positions
I have had to assist family and friends (both in- and out-of-state) in navigating the veracity of news sources and translating the individual impacts of local/state government orders.
WaPo, New Yorker, other nationally recognized news outlets
NPR, The Atlantic, Bloomberg, Wall St Journal, Reuters
New York Times, various sites that I check for validity
I thought this was serious back when it was spreading so quickly just in China.
I am salaried at a university, but have summers off and am looking for remote part time work.
My full time position remained unchanged, but my part time job during the semester dramatically decreased.
I was born male, and prefer to be identified as a male, and my biological attributes all indicate that I'm a male, and would prefer my gender to be labeled as 'male', however, my "sex", is also "male", and while I find myself attracted to females, I would consider myself a male, while also considering my gender identification to be male, however I find that I was born a male, and while it's how I was born, I choose to be identified as a male, however, I'm a male.
CNN, WaPo, NYT, LAT, Sites for other major Print/TV news outlets
My impression of its seriousness is guided by data on the prevalence, transmission, and risks, not whether or not non-scientists take it seriously.
NPR, others that are linked in Social media
I am shocked and scared by the poor and misleading media coverage of coronavirus, on the one hand you have the media saying it is nothing but the flu, and on the other you have the media selectively picking news items about scary coronavirus situations (I am not trying to downplay the dangers of coronavirus here, but a lot of media attention was given to the rare situations when young and seemingly healthy people became extremely ill). It has given me the feeling that you are alone in finding the correct information. Don't believe the media, don't believe politicians (unless they are quoting directly from scientific sources, and even then it is probably best to verify), definitely do not believe a word on social media, stick to the scientific facts from the CDC or proper academic publications.
Washington Post, CNN, Guardian, BBC, Vice
abc doesn't come through our anttena so don't know content
vanity fair, vox, new york times, pbs, bbc, nbc (not in order).
need more easily and funny memes and social media content that is verifiable and that has quick link to real information. Need more modern data interface and reporting that shows the human side of "Real".
I don't trust information I see on TV completely without further research.
I don't necessarily "trust" any of the online medias.
Our family has significantly reduced our interactions with others.
Due to the overwhelming amount of "Fake News", most of the information received has to cross-checked for accuracy. This really creates an untrustworthy situation when it comes to taking in such information and responding accordingly.
I wish it wasn't politicized.  I feel like this has polarized the virus and become an us vs them issue to many people when it should strictly be a public health issue
self emplyed, not working becasue of covid restrictions
Stay at home mom; when school is in session I substitute teach, and when my gym is open I provide childcare for a few hours each week
My husband is an essential worker so primary income hasn't changed. My income has decreased due to school and gyms being closed, but that is not significant income
I am unable to purchase the sanitizing supplies I need.
My situational anxiety and depression has kicked into full gear in the last three weeks.
just to clarify, the info I'm getting from social media is from one of these other outlets as well (updates from governor, health department on social media)
Temporarily decreased hours due to covid (32/week), but will return to full-time.  (Mandated by employer for fiscal reasons.)
I am a nurse and was doing most of these safe practices before, therefore my behavior has not changed much.
Roanoke Times, NYTimes, WVGazette, Hastings (NE) Tribune, Anderson(IN)Herald-Bulletin
I have not felt sick. I avoid others-sick or not.
Trump is getting in the way of dealing with the pandemic and the economy. Other countries have much better and more successful approaches.
Certainly not the White House, but respected advisors like Dr. Anthony Fauci
If I'm feeling unwell, I tend to take my temperature more often.
We're in an unprecedented time as far as the speed of communications. That means we're often getting incomplete information because even the experts don't have it yet, and that can make things confusing. The first reports suggest a highly contagious disease that was only serious for segments of the population, but that changed as doctors learned more about it. It's the way of things. All we can do is our best with the best information we can get.
Same as listed above. Major non-partisan and slightly partisan sources for both parties
I believe that while very serious, covid-19 has also been sensationalized by media sources and in public perception to the point of coverage being deliberately fear-inducing and irresponsible. The partisan spin (for both parties) on a public health event like this is shameful and abhorrent; invoking fear as a tactic to bring political ideologies to fruition is something that shouldn't be as easy as it is (and always has been).
Data Analysts (my husband works in this field)
I trust Governor Northam to behave in an ethical manner and to seek a reasonable balance between the physical and economic health of the residents of Virginia..  He has remained calm, informative, truthful and honored his oaths as a doctor and as a public servant in Virginia.  I appreciate that he consults and trusts the experts in the VDH and the like to guide decision making.
The scientific community such as researchers
Messaging about caronavirus has been politicized.  That makes it very difficult to find reliable information, even from normally reliable sources.
Reaction to coronavirus has been overblown.  There has not been a serious risk-benefit analysis of the damage done to the economy and peoples' lives by the shut down orders.
The national press is doing a very bad job of covering this crisis because of their intense focus on discrediting anything President Trump says, some of which is actually true and correct. So I cannot rely on them to give me the real facts. Also, the response to the crisis must take into account economic/political perspectives as well as the scientific perspective. We cannot be safe from the virus at the cost of destroying our economy and people's lives and businesses.  There must be a balance.  I do not hear the national press arguing for such a balance or giving it much consideration. So I am not in favor of safety at any cost solutions. Let the elderly and disabled quarantine themselves, but let others get back to normal life. The solution is to develop herd immunity, and that cannot happen if everyone stays shut up at home. Most of the population will survive being infected with light to moderate consequences.
Laid off of part time job due to pandemic
Initially learned about stay-at-home orders when I received an email from the university I work for while on spring break stating that students/faculty/staff would not return to campus for at least two weeks...which then turned into the rest of the semester.
NPR, The Atlantic, Washington Post, New York Times, Roanoke Times, CBS, NBC, ABC
I wouldn't say I trust any - but sometimes someone posts a link to a source I trust on Facebook.
Haven't been sick and don't know anyone who has been. Go in public places when less traveled. Drive only myself. Talk to friends outside spaced with mask. Talk on phone or email. Trying to Zoom. Visit outdoor Lowes and Crows nest for plants
I read several newspapers. It's serious.
According to what I've heard and read through the media mentioned, I believe the virus began with a transfer from a bat in the live or wet market about 8 miles from the lab in Wuhan. I also wonder if many other countries including the USA are involved in all kinds of research related to viruses.
Keep up with local Health dept info and personal physician.
I WAS REQUIRED TO REDUCE MY HOURS AND USE PRECIOUS PAID TIME OFF THAT I HAVE SAVED FOR ILLNESS AND VACATION. I WAS GIVEN THE OPTION TO TAKE DAYS OFF WITHOUT PAY BUT I CANNOT AFFORD TO DO THAT. MY RETIREMENT WILL NOW BE DELAYED BECAUSE OF THE REDUCTION IN MY PAID TIME OFF THAT WAS PREVIOUSLY ACCRUED.
I BELIEVE THAT QUESTIONS SHOULD HAVE BEEN ASKED REGARDING HOW WE FEEL ABOUT REOPENING THE STATE AND REOPENING COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES THAT MAY BRING A GLUT OF COVID CASES TO OUR COMMUNITIES.
I am an MRC volunteer and volunteered at my local health department COVID-19 hotline
WAS Republican but since Trump NEVER AGAIN
Medical/science articles in journals through the databases where I teach
I watched your addresses and Gov. Cuomo’s addresses for information.
New York Times, Washington Post, others to a lesser extent
I learned about the virus in several of my classes at Virginia Tech as the pandemic was unfolding.
I'm taking a voluntary leave of absence from my part-time job to protect my mom whom I live with, as she is immunosuppressed.
I've heard many, many conspiracy theories on social media and through friends and family. Although I try to do my best to correct people when they bring up conspiracy theories to me, it seems that a lot of people in my area are unwilling to listen to common-sense recommendations and unwilling to believe the government and public health agencies.
I like to hear it or read things from more than one source or from a very trusted source. I think npr has done a nice job. I think fox news has been inflammatory. I see lots of posts online about why we should wear masks but I think there need to be more PSAs about them. Both fear mongering and a tendency to gloss over important events will make me change the channel if watching tv news.
It is very difficult to know what to believe when media and news sources are so polarized.
Washington Post, CNN, MSNBC, NIH, Va. Dept. of Health
Avoided in-person social gatherings with friends.
I am a public health educator, so I have been following the development of this pandemic since January. I check for information daily on the Va. Dept. of Health website and news outlets and see the growth of cases and deaths. It terrifies me.
It feels as though the requirements for small business and churches are more stringent than essential businesses.  For example, in my work, we do not decontaminate bathrooms after each use but that is what my church understands we would have to do.  That seems like a wide variation in standards in my opinion.
Trump has handled this crisis very well.   Thank goodness he is our President during this crisis.
News and Guts, Dan Rather, Robert Reich, New York Times, The Washington Post
There is lots of misinformation and conspiracy scams. Trump has grossly mishandled the US response to Covid-19 leading to much more death. There is conflicting information on treatments. Many states with large numbers of cases are opening too soon. In the New River Valley and Floyd, a lot of people aren't practicing social distancing.
Washington Post, Google News app (various outlets)
associated press, new york times, washington post
The CDC website and state department of health website have been invaluable to me. Their coordination with each other, maps showing case numbers by county, and charts showing disease demographics have help me keep up with how things are changing and spreading near me and other family members. I am very impressed with and thankful for these resources.
I follow epidemiology and virology professionals on Twitter
I dont trust any I just observe I listen to all points of view pray on it then follow what my heart says
Decided to take a year off to be with my daughter her last year of high schoo. So I could have affordable health insurance. Last bill I got was 155,000 got overwhelmed
Too risky for my child to have a job...until I know more
The information you hear, even from the 'experts',is so contradictory... I just try to use a little common sense, practice good cleaning habits at home and use caution away from home. My husband and I also take care of his 94 year old Mom who still lives in her home. We spend time with her daily but she doesn't go out.
various, including BBC, NPR, Washinghton Post, Wallstreet Journal, Reuters
Seeing the rising cases and death tolls via VDH and Hopkins
I read Facebook and Instagram but not trusting of the information.
WVTF-FM IQ Radio, Public Radio in Roanoke, VA
I am an employee at Virginia Tech, and most of my information came from HR, daily newsletters, and VCE meetings. All other sources of information were secondary and less influential.
News feed which includes..... BBC, WSJ, apple news, CNN, The Guardian, Fox News, NYT, Washington Post, Politico, NBC news, ABC news etc.
The only reason I trust Northam is because he is a medical doctor. I would not trust any other governmental official.
I started working from home the second week of March before the official shut down. I wasn’t comfortable going to work as I had already been going in sick for 2 1/2 months taking several days at a time off. I have asthma, COPD & was still coughing very productively but mostly still going to work because my boss doesn’t like me to take time off for too long. I felt I’d already taken too much time off so I kept going in. Felt awful some days & ok on others. Sickest I’ve ever been in my life. I called it bubble gum lung. I’d cough so hard & then try to breathe in. Instead of getting air, it felt my lung was blowing a bubble instead of giving me air but that only happened twice. I went to the doctor 3 times in January, was on 3 antibiotics, prednisone 3 times & then another antibiotic from the dentist. Then finally felt a lot better. I slept for 18 hours a day the first few days I started working from home. Made up my time on weekends. I thought it was dangerous for me to go to a workplace with thousands of people there coming in on & off planes. I thought everything should have shut down in February- why wait for it to get worse? No logic in that at all. Why doesn’t everyone just just stand still NOW?! No host, virus dies. I stopped going to work because I was sure it could hang in the air. At first, I mostly didn’t want to get anyone else sick. I don’t trust a word from the federal government or doctors under them except for from Fauci & Gov. Northam. We have no leadership in this country & it should have been handled at a National Level.,I would say handled better but I don’t think it’s been handled at all on that level. President Trump is an absolute liar & is not to be trusted as he doesn’t trust the Scientists & doctors. He is making the USA an embarrassment.
Virginia Cooperative Extension is also a great source of information on COVID
native Mayflower American who is also white
Northam should keep state closed until June 10th and colleges and schools should stay closed
News Channels Online. Also CDC and VDH online
Kept my children home, away from friends.
I'm disappointed with the false-positives with testing. I believe it fueled the fire of "conspiracy" I don't understand why they released those numbers before the control completed to show false positives.
All of the conflicting information coming from Trump confuses a LOT of people.
Virginia health dept, Roanoke times, Richmond times
Although I consider all of the stay at home measures serious, I thought it was serious before any of them did that based off of what happened in China. My coworker is Chinese so I had a lot more attention and inside information while that was happening.
I don't eat out at all.  I don't trust restaurant employees to do the right things.  Don't eat out or take out at all.
all can't get away from them on all the time
all can not get away from them it is all they talk about
The world tanked their economies it has never been done in my life time
I think the misinformation on both sides of the coin are pretty severe they need to publish all information about infected and recovered areas rather than just using information that gives the outcome they want.Have Trust people will do the right thing
Stayed home except to pick up groceries or prescriptions to deliver to elderly relative and immunocompromised adult daughter.
Deaths in nursing homes and assisted living communities prompting them to prohibit visitors.
I tried to trust federal sources in the beginning of the crisis, but very quickly decided the information was faulty. And dangerous.
New York Times/Washington Post/Atlantic/New Yorker
Have been shopping for my mom who does not live with me, but I do not go into her house, I leave them in the garage for her.
The orange monkey needs to take his meds.
I am disgusted at the poor quality of information and even the disinformation coming from White House politicians but pleased with information coming from state and local leaders.
Lymphedema therapist won’t see me because she can’t take the risk of passing the virus from one high risk person to another.
Gov Cuomo's daily press briefings posted on YouTube.
Stay-at-homemom now looking for work as my husband (our only bread winner) was laid off due to weak economy..
Permanently lost my primary source of income because husband was laid off.
I volunteer at local Meals On Wheels & soup kitchen non-profit.
I donated my quilting fabric to our local Meals on Wheels non-profit so safety masks could be sewn for all our drivers and kitchen staff and volunteers.
National newspapers & magazines (e.g., The New York Times, The New Yorker, The Atlantic)
I review many online sources and evaluate their content and reliability and form my opinion
I wouldn't say I "trust" any explicitly, I compare multiple sources and look for consensus and consistency.
Some of these are not applicable, for instance I didn't use public transportation before COVID-19
I have been horrified at the misinformation and push back I have witnessed in my County. People are not and have not worn masks or curtailed their social movements and have been spreading these ridiculous conspiracy theories. It’s hard to have anything nice to say about it.
I have not been tested - but a member of my household (my daughter) has been when she fell ill. This wasn't an option in the testing question.
Health district, VA Rural Health Association,  DMAS (work) updates, Community Catalyst, Kaiser Health news
I think the media is blowing it up more than what it needs to be.  The common flu kills more people than COVID-19 has.  I think COVID-19 is a way for the government to control the American people, the economy, and the 2020 presidential election.
I am an engineer and read some of the reports and journal articles about the virus.
Governor Northam's recommendations are inconsistent and lack evidence.
New York Times, Wall Street Journal, washington post
No change in employment/income but my work week has been reduced to 32 hour weeks.  I am having to use my PTO.
I have stayed home and have not been sick.   I try to exercise indoor and outdoor weather permitting.
Special physician Facebook groups pushing articles and news feeds to each other
Public health professionals say that this is serious
CSPAN.  And some of the above. I don’t waste time with Fox.
ACEP, Medscape primarily. occ wiki a term
I even garden near sidewalk in a mask. Researched masks (3m site compares countries, Medscape Reuters Chicago study 4/28/20 DIY fabric insert so bought “batting” and “polyester spandex chiffon double layer at right angles” now insert. First $ Stire 4/$1 dust mask poofs mask away from nares/lips. Add long $ Store thin scarf to close Gaia between mask and ears.  Think fashion show.
As a careful intelligent person and physician, I find myself better informed than most others I know, sadly even the ER doc lives on my street who, when I asked her for a n95, gave me a $ store dust mask given to her electrician HB as an n95. Hue can she not know?
Actually I could be rehired more easily were I to want to brave it. Massachusetts list 500 health care workers to covid19...
Do this:  Call (don’t want to be retired doctors to: -retrain them for:    Primary care, telemedicine, EHR, and simple business of solo practice  Do it free.
Looking for information about how much asthma impacts risk for severe illness from COVID-19
It is hard to tell what information you are reading is true or not through media.
The Guardian, Vox, Nat Geo, Scientific America, The Atlantic, Reuters, Science
Have not felt sick since stay-at-home began. Don't want my "no response" to negatively impact results
I quickly learned that our federal authorities have no competence in dealing with a national emergency and don't trust anything that comes out. I trust the epidemiologists and other medical researchers that are using data to drive decisions. I have gained much more trust in our state authorities, primarily Gov Northam, because of how the situation has been handled in VA.
I have two children that work in healthcare, one on the front lines, so I have heard about the effects of the virus from them as well.
Messaging about cloth masks as preventing infections is inaccurate and shouldn’t be used. This will promote further distrust of scientists and public health agencies. Actively discourage people from wearing gloves around town and encourage hand washing not hand sanitizers.
Working from home is required where I work, otherwise I would probably still be in the office.
I appreciate what our Governor is doing to help us.  I don't think the Federal Government was or is prepared.
lost child care and am now paying higher amount for child care and having to drive a longer distance to there
Infection\death rate and no treatment options
I am an RN and work for a hospital; I was furloughed for 2 weeks after Covid exposure; did not get sick
The writing was on the wall when the virus spread from china elsewhere; it is so sad that the US responded so late, even after cases emerged in Seattle
I believe that science should guide politicians
Some of your questions are poorly phrased. For example, alternative medicine (such as supplements) and a healthy lifestyle can PREVENT any type of viral disease or limit its impact, not TREAT it as your question on the first page implies.
Health based organizations like AACN and SCCM
The lack of reliable, consistent, fact-based information coming from the national leadership is inexcusable and downright deadly. I'm grateful for those agencies, states, and individuals willing to speak truth to power.
My status did not change, but I had to lay my staff off for about a month.
Social media is an easy way for information, both false and true, to spread quickly.
Our President is an idiot and should be charged with a multitude of crimes for how he is deceiving this country and allowing the moral integrity of the nation to be destroyed.
Followed the outbreak in foreign media (BBC) long before US reporting began in increase.
A Christian with no political affiliation
The severity of COVID19 has been exaggerated by the media, federal and state government. The CDC’s own surveillance data shows the mortality rate is statistically insignificant and only affects the elderly and immune compromised. The travel ban was smart. Shutting down the entire country when the science and data did not support that decision was the hoax. I think it’s laughable that VT (and other institutions) prides itself on research based systems yet has played along with the Governor’s shutdown and destroying of family income instead of speaking up on the actual facts. Shame on VT.
Most of the blocks I checked, I already did to avoid the common flu. It’s common sense.
Look at the data. Look at the actual confirmed cases of COVID19 and do the math. I believe it is 3x more contagious, but the confirmed cases, the number hospitalized and the number of confirm COVID19 deaths do not support the level of hysteria and fear mongering created by the media, the government and the CDC. This “pandemic” is 100% political.
History will show that that the hoax was how the media, government and health professionals hid the truth about how less dangerous this pandemic actually was.
Heraldcourier.com, New York Times, Richmond.com, Washington Post, NPR.org
Most people I know personally in this area have responded very differently than I have. I've seen a lot of conspiracy, fear, denial, and paranoia. I aim to know the facts, and I know my partner and I are of an age and health status that means we would most likely be fine if we got sick. It's not the same for everyone though. I stay home to protect everyone out there who isn't as young or as healthy.
Not sure, they all have both good and bad info
Washington Post, New York Times, The Atlantic, www.wjhl.com, MSNBC.fom, cnn.com, bbcnews.com
Understanding the risks of the spread of novel viruses and the estimated death rate in Wuhan brofre it had even sprrad worldwide established how the seriousness of COVID-19
I have used drive-thrus more often only because business/institutions have closed 'in-house' operations.
I think it's serious because it's a novel virus and there's no vaccination. I also think it's serious for those with co-morbid conditions, but absolutely not to the majority of the population.  I think the 'swine' flu was serious as well as SARS and MERS.
I have been alternating with fellow employees between on-site and working remotely; my income has not changed for now.
I think it is very serious for those with co-morbid conditions and those in that category should shelter in place as much as possible. In turn, I feel that everyone else should able to move about freely. Moreover, the economy should be opened up as people's livelihoods are being destroyed - the state government is overstepping its bounds.
New Yorker Magazine Online, New York Magazine Online, UVA Today
The Guardian, New York Times, Virginian-Pilot, Richmond Times-Dispatch
I felt reassured when the governor set out metrics for a phased reopening, but was confused and felt crazy when he started phase one before those metrics had been met. I don't understand why he bothered to set out the metrics in the first place and it makes me trust him less.
I took an antibody test for COVID-19 rather than a test for active virus.
emails from health profession of pharmacy.
all are biased and politically motivated.
APha, NCPA, Medscape, Pharmacy Alert, VA Dept of Health, VA Board of Pharmacy
My mother’s assisted living campus had 4 deaths caused by the virus.
CDC, John Hopkins U, NY Times, Boston Globe
NY Gov Cuomo has been a great source of information and rational response.
The media has been a circus. Politicians are taking advantage of this to push their agenda. Facebook censorship is not helpful. We are not stupid.
I followed the news and information at first, but then the news became political started to being too contradictory. I stopped watching or listening or believing anything that anyone said. I just think common sense has been the best option.
I watched at first, but then they all became political and started to contradict each other. It was very frustrating. I stopped watching and do not trust any information that came from any of the nation news or national health organizations.
Talked with people who are fed lies by certain media, conservatives, nut religious leaders and Trump & his admin puppets
The company for which I work, a leading consulting firm.
I work closely with people all over the world. I was aware of the seriousness of this virus very early. The stories I’ve heard personally are quite scary. With so many stressors, including being on lock down for so long, homeschooling, working a challenging job full time, fear of Covid, etc., I believe my stress level and anxiety has peaked and I’m showing physical symptoms. I try not to follow Covid news anymore in order to keep my sanity.
The current administration in Washington is pretty much clueless and has been totally incompetent handling this heath care crisis.
President Trump’s briefings , which are lacking empathy, knowledge and leadership have not only greatly disturbed me but make me very concerned about the USA as a truly respectable democratic country. His approach makes me shudder!
I may have reduced employment--haven't heard final decision yet
I think the Governor has made good and responsible decisions about responding to the virus
Not enough funds to keep me as an employee during this time
Use FaceTime to visit family. Use Zoom for YWCA board meetings. There are no delivery services of any kind where I live except for the mail. Am shopping online much more for clothing or household items. Don’t shake hands . No hair spots or manicures.
My daughter is a dental hygienist and I am very worried about her returning to work.
Hear a lot of nonsense from Republicans via Facebook. I can’t understand why anyone would listen to Trump.
foxnews.com apnews.com wcyb.com wjhl.com vdh.virginia.gov/coronavirus
The government (state & federal) should be providing information, guidelines, and recommendations ... NOT mandates.
I think it is blown out of proportion. Instilling fear in people and seeing who will comply.
I look for who lines up with my personal beliefs and who I seem fit
Ordered supplies online instead of going to purchase them such as WalMart, Sams, etc.
Surprised by people I know who think COVID is a hoax and refuse to let the government tell them what to do, such as wearing a mask.  On a church committee regarding reopening for services when the conference allows.  My 4 yr. old grandson doesn't understand why he can't go to the park, inside the grocery store, play with other kids, etc.  Is difficult trying to explain.  Sad for all 2020 graduates this year.  Missed trips, proms and ceremonies.  Have been able to get some home projects completed that have been neglected for a long time.  We still haven't had any "confirmed" cases in our county but do think some people have had it but were not tested.  I would like to know who all in our community had it and will take the vaccine once it is available.  Just my two cents1
I had signed up for disabilty before and have not worked in two years
We cleaned every grocery item we brought into our home with Clorox/Water solution. We carry alcohol with us to spray gas pump handles as well as our debit card. We spray the bottoms of our shoes before entering our cars and upon returning home, even though we don't wear our shoes in the house. We change our clothing outside, immediately place it in the washing machine and then shower after being out in public.
Common sense about novel virus transmission
While listening to the news my opinion is that often times the media is blowing up some of the COVID-19.
Whoever I think will be the best for the country.
No Change in employment/income at this time; However within the next few months are unsure.
Don't always take the media word on things...do your own research on everything.....
The results for this survey will be severely skewed because the response options do not give the option of marking HAVE NOT heard of this concerning many of the initial statements.  Assuming that all respondents have heard these statements whether true or false is a flaw.
My feelings on who I believe and like their stand.
There has been so much MISinformation throughout this disease progression that the governmental officials, including our own governor who is a medical doctor, that it is hard to form an accurate, scientifically based, informed decision on what the severity actually is.  While there have been deaths associated with this novel coronavirus, what is the true, actual threat?  It seems this disease has become a pawn in the game of political posturing, and little thought has been given to the protection of the citizens of the Commonwealth.
Personally, I think Virginia has done a pitiful job in having enough tests and keeping the public informed about where cases occur and how they were transmitted., i.e., through personal contact, family member. I would feel more secure if I knew what area in the county the ill person lived and how they contracted the virus.
We are taking social distancing very seriously but I am constantly shocked by how many people are out, without masks, when we go pick up groceries. I haven’t inside a public building since March, and it is disheartening to see other people living their lives normally.
Primary literature on epidemiology, viruses, etc.
I have a friend in China who has described developments there.
I have family members who have completely embraced conspiracy theories derived from right wing media/internet sites.  All the information you collect cannot help the nation unless we can figure out a way to reach people like this.  It would be a boon to the nation if you could work with other researchers to figure out how to do that!
I quit following any media about coronavirus
At first like many I was worried and scared now not worried at all especially in southwest Va
No cases in my county I don’t like wearing mask in hot weather  kids esp having hard time would not do google classroom
the VDH website, CDC app, and COVID-19 Tracker app
I do not eat out, I cook at home.  Stock up on all essentials so I don't have to go out as often.
Department of Health, CDC, WHO, NPR, CNN, New York Times
I work in health care as a respiratory therapist
I did what we were told and tried to stay home as much as possible to flatten the curve. However, living in a rural area, thankfully we have not been as affected as other places in VA. All the restrictions that are in place for the ENTIRE state are not right to enforce since disease rates vary across the state.
reuters.com; cnn.com; politico.com; axios.com; cdc.gov
I first heard about the virus when news of the Wuhan lockdown began to filter out of China. I began to closely monitor ongoing developments in China, and as it continued to spread, developments throughout the rest of the world. I anticipated public school closures and closures of large public events. I did not anticipate the degree to which the virus would spread in the US, as I did not expect the initial federal response to be so misinformed, fractured, and counter-productive. Once the severe shortcomings of the federal response became clear, I daily checked at least 2 credible news sources for updates and recommendations. It was plain to me very early that the current federal administration (with the exception of the CDC) could not be trusted to deliver reliable, fact-based information, with the exception of Dr. Fauci. Consequently, I assume that any information communicated by the rest of the federal administration is wrong, if not outright deceptive, and do not take it seriously.
News Break: Database of Local and National newspapers
I started to take it more seriously when UVA decided to not return to classes after spring break. I consider UVA an objective source which would benefit from staying open. The shutdown brought the seriousness home.
CNN, NBC, CBS, PBS, NPR, BBC, USA Today,
Why is this question even on a this survey
Don't know that you can completely trusty any of it.  You have to pay attention, but take everything with a grain of salt.
Can't believe everything.  Have to pay attention, but take with grain of salt.
I lost all of my summer freelance design & sound reinforcement contracted jobs
President Trump has handled the COVID-19 Pandemic in a very poor manner.  He has offered bad personal examples. He failed to address the pandemic quickly enough.  He dismantled the pandemic response team that was in place when he assumed the White House.  He continues not to take seriously COVID-19.  He offers no accountability or responsibility for his actions or lack of actions.  Terrible
The impact it has had on mental health is hard to imagine. Parents, children, co-workers. And I firmly believe it has been an overreaction, especially in far Southwest Virginia. Our town, schools,  businesses will not survive this economic power struggle by Gov. Northam & the Republic party.
I am afraid states will open too early and it will escalate the virus cases again.
It is going to with us for a while and the vaccine has not been developed/approved.
A large part of my family are morons who believe that COVID was manufactured in a lab in the US, and that is being exaggerated to cripple Trump in the elections.
The only question that you did not ask about was regarding elderly parents and the special care that has to be done to protect them.
The most helpful tool we have found has been the Governor's press conferences. We both turn them on while we work and stay up to date on what has been going on in Virginia.
I take the virus very seriously, and am concerned specifically for our vulnerable populations.  I worry that restrictions are just as damaging as the virus the longer they remain in place.  Economy and mental health are major concerns, and could have as much of an impact as COVID-19.
Virginia should be looked at regionally, due to some areas being naturally distanced.  Limiting travel is more effective than continuing blanket restrictions.
I think Northam has done a great job keeping VA safe.
Slightly reduced hours, was considered full-time before and am now part-time
I do practice most of the above to begin with so  have not changed most of my behaviors. I gave always tried to keep a clean and sanitary home and environment
I feel it is as much as influenza or any other respiratory infection during the flu season months and feel we should prepare to do a short term shut down every year to sanitize
Trying not to live in the fear they are leading us in
from the research that I have done and the guidance of my health director, Dr. Karen Shelton
More people need to heed the word of the Public Health sector, this is serious, these recommendations are made to prevent community spread.
appalled by the misinformation coming from the prez
People need to take it seriosly until we have a vaccine.
NYT, Washington Post, CDC, Politico, Atlantic
public health background helped me know where to find info, how to respond, etc.
Avoided all contact with those not living with me. Used the phone calls more often or video chat.
Common sense and education go really far in terms of prevention and care.  Donald Trump is a danger to the welfare of Americans, his words hold power and when he lies on live television, Twitter and on interviews millions of his followers are at risk and then that puts the rest of us at risk.
working multiple jobs, 2 of which are full-time
NPR, Washington Post, NY Times primarily.  The “lower” the reputation for quality journalism, the more skeptical.
Disregarding anything from a politician!  If it’s not backed by science we don’t accept the information or recommendations.  Thanks for doing this.  It’s important.
my spouse works from home. I am essential so I continue to go to work and have worked some overtime as well.
I work a full time job and a part time job. Both are considered essential
I think the media is to blame with the scare of the virus. I think we should look more at the number of recovered cases instead of the number who has it or died from it. I think school should open in the fall and things need to get back to normal for the economy.
Virginia Dept of Health, Rush Limbaugh, Right Stuff, Ben Shapiro, Newbusters.Org,  Conservative News Today, MRCTV, IJR, Mark Levin, Allen West
Majority of media sources have politicized everything, manipulating the ignorant among the public, and they cannot be trusted to report the facts. Determining the truth in the quagmire of mudslinging hissy fits and severe bias has become difficult. Even the CDC occasionally allows political leanings to leak through. Public health protection should NEVER be about politics.  Side note: Research indicates that having adequate levels of Vitamin D is linked to a better outcome for those who contract COVID19. The whining about health inequity being the cause of higher levels of minority death from COVID is most likely invalid, with the real root cause being that dark skin produces less vitamin D. A simple biological answer rather than a racial one...imagine that.
I am still full-time employed outside the home and working overtime.
I am trying to do my part and hoping to resume some kind of normal soon. My mental health is starting to suffer.
my job title was changed due to schools closing
I think we live with contagions all the time that put our lives at risk. Taking some precautions is fine but the closures have been excessive. Only nursing/retirement homes should have been closed. And people should have been given the option to work from home, not forced to stay at home, which has delayed the exposure needed by the masses to move past this. Schools, businesses, churches, etc. should not have been closed at all.
NPR, CNN, Time, Guardian, National Geographic
I’m an essential worker but been expose to virus and got tested
Through Theresa Byer of Alleghany Health Dept.
Some days I am more fearful than others.
COVID 19 is very serious and there are a lot of people who are not taking the precautions that is put our for them to go by.  If they want this country opened up, then before entering any public building everyone must have on a mask and gloves, if they remove once inside they should be banned from that facility.
Too much information that doesn’t line up so I don’t trust any of the information given to us.
I’m a small business owner my income and business have been affected greatly!
I think the best way to deal with this is herd immunity.  I’m more concerned for the impact this is going to have on mental health and our economy far more than I’m concerned with the virus itself.
I am a gardener who's life style had to change little, but I definitely avoid the public as much as possible
Sorry that the virus has become political and another decisive situation for our country and world
For high risk people like the regular flu they should take extra precautions for everyone else I think this is all ridiculous and overblown the first step in becoming a police state
The Governor’s continued mandates are ridiculous and dangerous this isn’t going away it will reside along with the regular seasonal flu and if you don’t allow people to build immunity you are asking for trouble. During flu season in general high risk individuals should act accordingly to protect themselves we don’t need a governor telling us what to do. I’m over it!
Avoided travel to other parts of Virginia due to the higher incidence of COVID-19 in more populated areas.
Every evening on the news, the total number of coronavirus cases is presented not the active cases. The general population doesn't realize that the cases probably will increase due to more testing. I wish the information presented could be presented in a less biased way. Also, cases per capita would be more beneficial to compare areas.
I continue to farm but my spouse (primary earner and high risk for Corona) decided to stay home from work
As a result of the virus, 2 of 3 adult children are currently living with my wife and I
I think local health departments could do a better job communicating with their local residents.  I have not been able to get information from the local health department about how COVID was impacting us locally.
Please somehow can the information coming from the White House reflect good science????
At present, most of my Covid stress comes from people not wearing masks or taking it seriously.
New York Times, Washington Post, Slate, The Atlantic
The Lancet; NY Times; Johns Hopkins University Medical Center COVID-19; BBC
Tried to eat more healthy, drink warm drinks
I began stocking up as soon as I heard what was happening in Seattle. It was obvious it would get here soon enough.
Very concerned about the longer term effects of being infected by COVID-19. As a parent I do not want my children to be saddled with a lifetime of residual complications from this virus.
Why won’t anyone publish the statistics of how many people over 65 and with previously existing conditions have tested positive or died from the virus as compared to the rest of the population under 65 with no previous Health conditions?
politico, huffington post, washington post, new york times
I think Americans are not taking social distancing and mask wearing seriously.  I fear our numbers will increase.
My spouse has been laid off due to Covid-19.
I think at first, before it came here, we all thought it wouldn't and then it did and then we were all terrified. I think now though, I/we realize that you can only do what you can do to prevent getting it. Anymore than that and you're affecting your mental wellbeing. I am scared for myself or someone I love to get it, but recognize that no matter what SOMEONE will get it at the "tail-end" of opening so it will never really go away and I think that keeping the economy shut down is only hurting us more and more. I think that the elderly, immunocompromised, caregivers, etc should do their best to stay home. I think that the rest should do their best to be socially distant and take precautions like washing hands and not going out and about like they once did but businesses/people/livelihoods will be hurting more and possibly beyond repair if we keep the economy shut down. That's my two cents!
My Dad-in-law passed away from coronavirus
Nyt ,  NYT,Richmond dispatch,, Washington Post ,WTF
Governor Northam’s public broadcast have been reassuring and informative.. I trust his judgement and his Covid team
Statistics and data. Knowing how many will get sick and/or die
BBC, CNN, Associated Press, Politico, Richnmond Times
The speed of tne end of this will depend on 1) the density of the population and 2) how dense the population is.
I understand and work in infectious diseases and understand the spread of disease.
NPR, CNN, Bloomberg News, BBC News, Rueters, New York Times, Washington Post, Politico
I just wish the president would let health care officials be in charge only and keep his opinions to himself and stupid ideas that can cause stupid people to follow In his footsteps.
I am a doctor so it has affected my workplace.
It was frustrating the the cdc reversed the mask advice, first saying that people shouldn’t wear masks then saying they should.
My husband's income has drastically reduced.
The Virus is serious; however, the expansion of the Nanny State is also serious and Totally unacceptable! We don’t need to emulate the Chinese Communist Party who bear some responsibility for this global tragedy, indeed a crime against humankind!
See previous concerns about the threat of the Nanny State!
The conditions to get tested are still too restrictive.  It is well known people can have the virus with no symptoms.  Why they still insist you have to have major symptoms to MAYBE be tested is why the death rate is so high: lack of testing to know who is spreading the disease.
I trust no one about Covid19. No one knows the answers about a disease that is brand new and hasn’t been studied. Therefore, no one has real facts, only speculation.
I trust no one about Covid19. No one knows the answers about a disease that is brand new and hasn’t been studied. Therefore, no one has real facts, only speculation
I did many of these things anyway before the pandemic. I have not felt ill at all so I did not indicate that I stayed home when I felt bad, but I do that anyway. I prefer hand soap to sanitizer, so I use that instead. I have always done so.
The messages received through all channels have been conflicting and have contradicted themselves day by day. Due to this, my trust in these sources has diminished as time went on and now I am much less convinced that covid is as serious as it is painted. There are also many logical fallacies in the recommendations that have been made, which cause further questioning. I do not trust public officials to do anything in my best interest anymore. I think they only care about themselves and their paycheck.
My habits have changed because others have changed their policies.  Ie no ballgames, haircuts etc.
I believe the illness is real, the response is irrational and puts fear into people.  It is a sickness that can can be handled with a normal lifestyle.
Closed my small business store front by choice on March 13th as I felt it was the safest thing to do. Started running my business from home and had to get creative, and do free local drop off deliveries, but it has all been worth it.
With my store front closed I’m not making as much money.
Students need to be back in school! The young students are hurting from online learning and need to be with peers to help with social skills and academics
CNN, The New York Times, Al Jazeera English
Articles that feature quotes or information from the CDC, WHO, or medical professionals
This pandemic changes your lifestyle completely
I watch the news but I understand the information changes as we learn more about the virus.  I just try to focus on CDC and VDH recommendation and guidelines when I am am unsure.
Fox news for the most part. I don't really trust everything they say. I trust my local sources.
Gov. Northam, Washington Post, Bedford County Government, VDH,, News & Advance, WSET
Epidemiology and infectious disease professor I had class with and is now aiding in COVID-19 response
I am in the masters of public health program so we were tracking this as it was developing before we moved online so I was informed early on and knew it was very serious because we do not yet have a vaccine or approved treatment.
Recommendations from family health care and first responders
The news media is so politically biased that it is difficult to believe anything that they present to the public therefore I have stopped watching television, whch prior to Covid-19 was the only wasy to keep up with world news.  Everything now has a political spin on it driven by the news and politicians to assist relection of candidates.  It is a sad state of affairs.
Science and medical professionals said it was serious.
Could not check change because still following normal infectious control  behaviors same as before covid being in healthcare
Medical professionals (ie doctor) explanations of the microbiology and autopsy results
No paid employment  due to covid shutdown
I feel our leadership from the federal gov't is severely lacking. Those who speak up or disagree with the President tend to get hushed quickly. This pandemic has proven to me our democracy is in jeopardy.
I initially tested negative but presumed positive based on symptoms and progression of illness
I do a general news search and trust ABC, PBS, NPR, BBC, or any scientific published paper.
Scientific and news reports from doctors and respected health care official and scientists on the virus.
We lost income because one of my parents tested positive
YouTube news outlets and from my economic developer father
I can't find a job to work in the summer or an internship
I feel as if this is a ploy for political reasons. I also know the stay at home order was to flatten the curve and not overwhelm hospitals, not to save everyone. The curve is flattened and the governor still won't open up. He also set up an unreachable goal anytime soon of 10,000 tests a day. Virginia is only doing around 400 a day last I knew. And that is even before he considers opening us back up. I haven't changed any of my habits due to my understanding of what is going on. I know it is human life but I don't care. I also know if my father and his entire side of the family get it then they die, however they aren't trying to protect themselves.
Following data and trends. Specifically John Hopkins Map
Sister an employee of OSU nursing school understood situation early.
Very concerned with the false information Trump and his supporters give out
Irresponsible reporting of the details of the virus by various news outlet has made my occupation significant more difficult
I am in healthcare and my family lives on Long Island
International News Streamed live over internet
No take out food. Avoided supermarkets and stores if the parking lots or stores are busy.  Shop early or late in the day.
Death and illness of family friends, friends of friends. Self isolation of elderly friends. International news.
I think this "virus" is a hoax. The hospitals are not flooded with patients in stead they are nearly empty, the masks are a political ploy to see if people will follow orders. This whole mess is nothing but a social experiment to see if the people will follow orders as given or if they will fight back, and if they fight back how much brow beating will they take before they conform.
Tired of people complain about little things such as having to stay home, wearing a mask etc  As a whole Americans have it pretty darn good.
I don't believe that HIPAA has any place during a pandemic.
I wear a mask even though I do not believe it helps.  The public does not have access to N95 masks, and recent studies from lab testing has shown that materials we are using to make masks do little to nothing.  However, I do wear one as it prevents me from touching my face.
Results have shown that COVID-19 is serious for some people and not others. Some people die and others have mild or no systems at all.  So I don't like the choices in the "How serious do you think the coronavirus/COVID-19 is?" question.  It depends on the person, where you live, and your work profession (exposure).
If I would have lost my job, I would not care about the health risks!  Work while taking major precautions (physical distancing, hand sanitizer, frequent hand washing, working from home if possible, staggering work times/days with co-workers if have to work from office, etc.).  I do not believe in forced public health safety that takes away our rights including the right to work, even if it meant me or one of my elderly family members died from it.  There is and always will be a price to freedom (including death).  I live life by a different set of standards though.  I am a Christian and believe that if I die, I go to heaven, so death is not so scary. What is scary is living life without freedom.  Take appropriate, scientifically sound precautions, but live while you still have life.
when public free testing became available in my area, I went to be tested.  This needs to happen more frequently and should've happened sooner.  The same can be said about antibody testing.  This should not cost people $200 to do.  This needs to be widespread and free to all.
Decreased work hours, mandatory PTO usage
spent my Trump bucks online. Now had time off to visit family in NC & SC - attended Catholic Mass there. Stopped vending at the farmer's markets which I have done for 16 years.
Many of the above are an over-reaction to the COVID-19 virus.  It is difficult to believe the seriousness of the disease  when the Gov. appears to have his hair cut on a regular basis and doesn't wear a tie in public appearances.  The disproportionate number of cases and deaths in densely populated India, esp. Kolkata, who uses homeopathy and retrospective studies comparing mortality of the 1918 Spanish flu between allopathic and homeopathic treatments is particularly striking:  30% vs. 1.5%.  Dr. Pratip Banerji, MD has a complete and effective protocol for COVID-19.  At age 62.5, I haven't been sick, I am not afraid and only use masks and social distancing because others are fearful.  I always practice handwashing.  I go outside because I farm and more people should.  I worked with Latinos in a turkey breeding house full time until the end of April and no one was sick.
Our nonprofit is at risk of financial collapse, empty pockets.
I am an introvert. I already do all of the following.
work on viable treatment options and crisis management protocols instead of pull out your a$$ what to dos after the fact, and vaccinations that cannot meet an ever changing (corona-type) virus.
I personally don't believe much the media is saying because they provide too many opinions and not much data. Same with health officials - they change recommendations too often for me to have any trust in their abilities.
I don't TRUST any of them but I do read ABC and Fox
Common sense is really all that is necessary.  Wash your hands, don't share food and drinks, cover your mouth if you cough.  All the basic thing civilized adults do.
Again common sense, not fear.  The reaction was way worse than the virus.
Trust: International journals, ICU blogs, POTUS, Epoch Times. Lockdown – and locals news says hospital lost several hundred staff due to lost hundred mill dollars 2/2 covid19.
White House, Black Conservative Patriot, Al-Jazeera, Babylon Bee
PCP told me to wash all my groceries in vodka. Don't drink so I used cooking wine lol! Wasn't really sick....
Friend and her whole family got Coronavirus, all 5 of them tested positive for coronavirus, because she broke every single recommendation, had  haircutter to her home who was coughing and turned out positive, and had housekeeper who also turned out positive, so the whole house got infected. They all came out fine , all 3 generations, other than 2 days of aches and pain, persistent cough, occasional sob, eldest was 62 diabetic, obese. 2nd eldest was obese. I sent multiple Zinc, powdered vit c, cotton masks to her,   all my family, friends, church people.  This one family I listed, are the only ones I personally know who have had this. We all did group research and ignored those who only paid attention to the mass news media. She used home remedies she found in South American journals. The whole family is fine now, all 5 of them tested positive for Coronavirus, I told her to trace her steps and inform everyone she was in contact with she was positive, so they could take steps to take care of themselves.
Was democrat until I saw that US coverage of coronavirus was so biased and lacked critical information, when compared to other nations.  Discovered I was a patriot and didn't know it until all the fake news coverage. Canceled TV fios this year.  Will vote republican this fall.
NY Times, Wash Post, LA Times, The Guardian, BBC News
Tool my cue from what was happening overseas long before the US was mobilizing
Greatly limit the number of people I see face-to-face (always outdoors and keeping 6 ft. distance)
Descriptions by the CDC and health professions of what COVID-19 does to the body.
Other internet pages, Bitchut, MeWe, podcasts
Washington Post, The Guardian, NY Times, CNN
Reputable university and medical sites. I ignore the pathetic WH info as they sideline our medical experts
I believe it is serious because it can cause death to some populations where precautions are not taken.
I believe in the national and state recommendations and actions. I feel anyone who does not practice these actions puts those around them at risk.
Physical healthy and fit.  Practicing all suggested actions.  Wanted to participate in BLM protests but deferred due to Covid and spouse’s medical condition.