Just to remind people that Hydroxychloroquine or Plaquenil has been used for over 50 years, and is very safe. I am on it now for RA, and I was on it for a year in the past. I know many people who are on it. The only bad side effect is it can damage the eyes in .01% of the people who take it.
What is dangerous is chloroquine or Quinine. That is the drug that causes heart disease and much worse problems. I don't think anyone should take it. But people with COVID-19 are being given the 2nd drug, and that is where the side effects are coming from.
Don't be afraid to take Plaquenil if you get really sick from this virus. I know it is quite safe.
I've been isolated for 6 weeks now, because of my suppressed immune system. I am also retired, so I can do that. I feel bad for all the people who have to work in the front lines. I had a friend that worked in Trader Joes. No one was wearing masks or gloves, and no plexiglass protecting the cashiers. She had a break down last week, and took an extended medical leave. This was in San Francisco. Some people can handle the stress, others can't! But the virus is a wild card. Some people are asymptomatic, others have mild symptoms, and some get deathly ill and die. But, no one can predict whom. That is why I think we should keep the lock down on longer..