The Limited Times

Now you can see non-English news...

Coronavirus: “One for all, all for one”

2020-03-13T19:31:20.492Z


The editorial of Figaro, by Yves Thréard.


Epidemiologists call this the "reproduction rate". The formula is baroque, but it refers to the multiplier coefficient of the coronavirus. Applied to France, it would show that an affected person would contaminate, on average, three others. The solution, strong of learned calculations, would thus be that each of us divides by four its frequentations so that the epidemic recedes. This would be the sine qua non condition. Eureka! would we be tempted to shout like Archimedes. So, instead of having a low morale, a gloomy mood and an anxious mind, let's make this effort and regain hope. With a little discipline, a few sacrifices, the exit from the tunnel is not unattainable. The game is worth the candle. This is not the end of the world. To live happily, let's live hidden, says the moral of the fable…

No more schools, no more sporting events, shows, parties with friends, trips… Yes, but life goes on. In a different light, on a different rhythm, with others

This article is for subscribers only. You still have 52% to discover.

Subscribe: € 1 for 2 months

cancellable at any time

Enter your email

Already subscribed? Log in

Source: lefigaro

All news articles on 2020-03-13

Similar news:

You may like

Trends 24h

Latest

© Communities 2019 - Privacy

The information on this site is from external sources that are not under our control.
The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.