Multiple members of the crew have been temporarily taken off active duty and sent to their quarters in attempts to quell what very well may turn into a crisis. Three bridge officers were down, leaving a skeleton crew with no relief shift.
Initial tests confirmed a viral infection in one of the crewmates, but there was no way to determine the exact nature of the infection. The results were dubious at best.
Without notice, I find myself now infected by what we can only now call a virus.
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Captain's Log suplemental -
It has been three days since first symptoms, and two days since i was relieved of duties and send to quarters. My significant other has now also taken ill from this virus. Earl Grey tea, while soothing, has not been the curative i had longed for.
Increased dosages of supliments has been the course thus far. Large doses of C, D3, and Zinc, supplemented by herbal tea, sudafed, pain killers, popsicles, and Spam have all given some relief, but not the curative I seek.
After using remote communication devices we were able to requisition additional medicine from a nearby supply base. It is with hope these additional supplies will be enough to heal the ailing crewmembers.
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Captain's Log suplemental -
Supplies have arrived and include a curious remedy. Long hailed by the denizens of this planet, I find myself in the position to be the first to test this concoction.
I have been assured by the supply base that the all natural Quercetin added to my existing regimen should be able to combat the virus. This, coupled with a local root of the Ashwagandha tribe used in their calming rituals, should do the trick.
I have taken my first doses and found the root to provide an almost mental soothing effect. The medicine that the locals have nicknamed 'Q' seems to create an inner heat, and has caused me to go flush.
Only time will tell if this creates an effective cure, which can then be shared with the rest of the crew.
"I don't need a doctor, damn it, I am a doctor!"
Best post of the day here, please get well Captain we need you on the bridge!