Take it seriously. Since German unification, no, since the Second World War, there has been no challenge to our nation that has demanded such a degree of common and united action. – Angela Merkel German Chancellor on war against Covid-19.
I urge all of you to be extremely careful; wash your hands, keep 1.5 meters distance from others, go in quarantine; just do everything you can to stop the virus from spreading. Together we can fight this virus and avert a crisis at our hospitals. Please take care of each other, keep your distance, and stay healthy! – Kristofer Hivju Game of Thrones star announcing he has the new coronavirus and is self-isolating with his family in Norway.
Andrà tutto bene (everything will be fine). – Italian people Italy’s message of hope, as this slogan is adopted by Italians faced with Covid-19 pandemic.
Our nation’s history has been forged by people and communities coming together to work as one. – Queen Elizabeth II British monarch in message to nation urging people to “focus on the common goal” in coronavirus crisis.
It is important that everyone take this extremely seriously and follow CDC guidelines in order to avoid getting sick and mitigate the spread of this virus. We must continue to work together to emerge stronger as a country during these trying times. – Mario Diaz-Balart First member of US Congress to contract Covid-19. The Florida lawmaker self-quarantined.
We’re pleased to say Mikel is feeling much better. He’s in good spirits, doing detailed planning with the coaches and speaking to the players regularly. – Arsenal FC On manager Mikel Arteta, who self-isolated after being hit with Coronavirus.
Although I’m experiencing uncomfortable symptoms of the virus, I will be back on my feet soon. Being in quarantine at home is nothing compared to other Canadian families who might be going through this and for those facing more serious health concerns. – Sophie Gregoire Trudeau Wife of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who contracted Covid-19 after a trip to London.
This crisis has engulfed the entire human race. For the past two months, we have been watching with concern the news about coronavirus spreading across the world. – Narendra Modi Indian Prime Minister.
Pandemic is not a word to use lightly or carelessly. It is a word that, if misused, can cause unreasonable fear, or unjustified acceptance that the fight is over, leading to unnecessary suffering and death. – Dr. Tedros Adhanom World Health Organization Director General declares Covid-18 outbreak a global pandemic.
Drastic measures are not always good. – Pope Francis Angry pontiff objects to closure of Rome’s churches during Italy’s Covid-19 lockdown.
Sunshine always comes after the rain. – Xi Jinping Chinese President saying China to help Spain fight Covid-19 epidemic.
‘You may now blink at the bride’ – face masks and elbow bumps at Donegal wedding during outbreak. – Irish Independent headline Irish priest’s invite to couple after he married them during Covid-19 outbreak. Despite virus fears, ‘Love in the time of coronavirus’ won out, as Martin Boyle and Catherine McCole tied knot wearing face masks.
This virus has effected the entire world, everyone, it doesn’t matter who you are, where you’re from. We’re all in this together. – Gal Gadot Announcing celebrity-packed singalong of John Lennon’s Imagine in bid to cheer people up during coronavirus pandemic. The Wonder Woman star was inspired by video of Italian trumpet-player performing Lennon’s song from his balcony. She watched it while self-isolating.
This morning I tested positive for Covid 19. I feel ok, I have no symptoms so far but have been isolated since I found out about my possible exposure to the virus. Stay home people and be pragmatic. I will keep you updated on how I’m doing. No panic. – Idris Elba English actor and star of The Wire and Luther.
It got to the stage where both of us were praying we wouldn’t wake up because it was so bad. It was horrific. It was like the devil’s hands were strangling me and holding me down and laughing in my face. It’s the deepest, darkest place we’ve ever been. – Linda Lusardi English actress and former glamour model on how pain she and husband suffered from coronavirus was so bad they wanted to die.
The disease represents a threat to everybody in the world and…an economic impact that will bring a recession that probably has no parallel in the recent past. This is the most challenging crisis we have faced since the Second World War. – Antonio Guterres UN Secretary-General on Covid-19 pandemic.
General Motors MUST immediately open their stupidly abandoned Lordstown plant in Ohio, or some other plant, and START MAKING VENTILATORS, NOW!!!!!! FORD, GET GOING ON VENTILATORS, FAST!!!!!! – Donald Trump Demanding companies respond to Coronavirus pandemic in USA. March 28, 2020, on Twitter.
Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus. I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government’s response via video-conference as we fight this virus. Together we will beat this. – Boris Johnson British Prime Minister, on Twitter, March 27.
This is the most difficult crisis that the country has faced since World War II. – Giuseppe Conte Italian Prime Minister on coronavirus pandemic.
We pretty much shut it down coming in from China. – Donald Trump To Fox host Sean Hannity, referring to Covid-19, on Feb 2 2020.
Stock market starting to look very good to me! – Donald Trump Tweet on Feb 24 2020, as market plummets because of coronavirus.
I’ve always known this is a real, this is a pandemic. I’ve felt it was a pandemic long before it was called a pandemic. – Donald Trump After minimising threat of coronavirus pandemic for weeks, March 17 2020.
We have it totally under control. It’s one person coming in from China. – Donald Trump Asked if there are worries about a coronavirus pandemic, Jan 22 2020
It feels like what I’d imagine it feels like in a war zone – without the sound of bombs and firearms going off. It’s something only ever seen in Hollywood. Some of the most experienced and “hardy” ICU nurses are collapsing in the corridors crying. – British Nurse NHS critical care nurse on frontline fighting against Covid-19 in London hospital. She spoke anonymously to Sky News.
In Bars Coronavirus has done what no woman has been able to do…cancel all sports, shutdown all bars, and keep men at home. – Unknown
Ireland is a great nation. And we are great people. We have experienced hardhip and struggle before. We have overcome many trials in the past with our determination and our spirit. We will prevail. – Leo Varadkar On Covid-19 pandemic.
In years to come…let them say of us…when things were at their worst…we were at our best. – Leo Varadkar On fight against coronavirus.
Not all superheroes wear capes…some wear scrubs and gowns – Leo Varadkar On frontline health staff battling coronavirus pandemic.