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I am sorry to hear about these medical issues, doesn't sound fun. I have to say that I've always received excellent care in Los Angeles, however. From minor stuff like dermatology to some seriously life threatening episodes.

I was getting treated for some respiratory issues when the pandemic started here, a lot of it was just allergy related but still my lungs were not working great. I was going to quite a few medical appointments, almost all in the same building connected to Hollywood Presbyterian hospital. Typical high-rise full of doctors' offices. When the very first cases of Covid landed in the U.S., I canceled all remaining appointments and haven't been there since. It's a massive column of sick people riding in elevators together. No way, Jose'.

I also left town for rural Wisconsin for most of 2020, for health reasons but it turned out to be one of the best years of my life. There is still a lot that is not completely known about Covid and how it spreads but they know a lot more than even 6 months ago. I was extremely concerned about surfaces when this started, not so much now. It just never seemed to pan out, people getting sick from door knobs or gas pumps. Believe me, I was Mr. rubbing alcohol when this started, disposable gloves, etc. Now I just wash my hands frequently and don't give it a second thought. YMMV, of course.

I've read about a zillion stories of Covid cases and probable transmission routes, they all seem to involve close contact w an infected person for extended lengths of time, such as weddings and family gatherings, etc. That's what needs to be avoided.

Hope you get good care and heal from your issue.