Dragon*Con 2019 Health Warning
Michael > August 28th, 2019, 04:09 PM
One of the hotels used by Dragon*Con has been in the news lately because a number of people contracted Leginnaire's disease there earlier this year. Although I think the hotel has now been cleared for use by the public again, anyone attending the convention should pay careful attention to their health.
If you develop symptoms of a respiratory infection, don't hesitate to see a medical professional. Most likely it will be a simple case of a cold or flu (you can get them at any time during the year), but better to be safe than sorry.
Once again I'm not attending Dragon*Con. I injured my back last year and though I'm about 95% functional again I still tire easily if I don't take the pressure off my back. I would be in agony if I tried to do a convention right now.
I hope I can get back to doing conventions in 2020 but there are other factors to consider, too, such as my work schedule. Running a small business is a very time-consuming occupation.
Anyway, be careful and have fun this weekend if you're going.