Symptoms

Apr 17, 2020 — Comic #252

At a base gate with a sign reading “STOP – Mandatory Medical Screening,” a Marine guard asks a Coastie, “Are you experiencing coughing, fever, or shortness of breath?” The Coastie says, “No, just the usual stress, anxiety, and depression.” The guard waves him through: “OK, cool. Come on in.”

All joking aside, this pandemic is a difficult time, and everyone in uniform probably feels pressured to carry on like nothing is bothering them. Remember you’re not alone. If you need help, call the Veteran Crisis Line at 1-800-273-8255 or text HOME to the Crisis Text Line at 741741. Take care of yourselves!

Read the transcript

Hold up – we have to make sure you don’t have any symptoms before you come on base / [sign: STOP – Mandatory Medical Screening; Base Entrance] / Are you experiencing coughing, fever, or shortness of breath? / No, just the usual stress, anxiety, and depression / OK, cool. Come on in

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