Coronavirus - how is it/has it affected you?

[Papas1982]

We've been at it for 2 weeks now. That's how long people were told to self isolate if they had a cough etc.

I think their flawed logic is that if they haven't got symptoms now then the household is clear. So are starting to socialise with like minded people. Problem being that although most of us are having significantly less contact with others. Some will still get it whilst out shopping etc.

 

[Billysboots]

The stricter borders controls should have been in place early January, and the blame lies directly with China and the WHO, they lied and covered up how bad the situation was.
China saying it couldn't be transmitted human, to human, while they had thousands of cases.
The WHO telling Trump his ban on flights from China was wrong, doctors being silenced in Wuhan, these were crimes against humanity and should not be forgotten.

Agree 100%.

 

[Old Skier]

I do think the media and press have a huge part to play, though.

I think it may have been the housing minister who made a 40 mile trip to see his parents. It turns out they are self-isolating and he was delivering medicine.

So whilst I absolutely agree those trying to influence us should set the example for us to follow, that also requires responsible, truthful reporting.

There’s more chance of me plaiting fog.

There are enough ways for his parents to get any medicine they require. I'm an NHS responder and spent yesterday afternoon getting prescriptions to the chemist and delivering stuff. Even our parish council have a system to get food and medicine to people.

The mans a knob and should resign, IMO obviously.

 

[Imurg]

It seems the DVSA know something that we don't.
2 of my kids who had tests next week have had them rebooked by the DVSA for 15/16th July....
Let's hope social distancing is relaxed by mid June so I have a chance of getting them ready after a 3 month lay off.......

 

[Deleted member 25172]

Just got a call from my mum in Sweden confirming my stepdad (70+, smoker and needing help care several times per day) has tested positive for corona. So most likely my mum has it as well but not allowed to be tested as she’s not in a “risk group”. She’s not showing any symptoms either, so the advice in Sweden is - go to work as usual. Mind boggling advice imo.

 

[harpo_72]

If I was making the rules people with a "K" in their name might still be allowed to play golf.....

And the illiterate

 

[Deleted member 16999]

Just got a call from my mum in Sweden confirming my stepdad (70+, smoker and needing help care several times per day) has tested positive for corona. So most likely my mum has it as well but not allowed to be tested as she’s not in a “risk group”. She’s not showing any symptoms either, so the advice in Sweden is - go to work as usual. Mind boggling advice imo.

Sorry to read that, good luck to them both and let’s hope the advice works out well.

 

[bluewolf]

Just got a call from my mum in Sweden confirming my stepdad (70+, smoker and needing help care several times per day) has tested positive for corona. So most likely my mum has it as well but not allowed to be tested as she’s not in a “risk group”. She’s not showing any symptoms either, so the advice in Sweden is - go to work as usual. Mind boggling advice imo.

Hope he improves soon ?

 

[bluewolf]

Just broke the habit of a lifetime and rung the Police to break up a Party down the street. Half a dozen non family members walked past with crates of beer and BBQ necessities.

Let’s see what happens next....

Just call me Dan the Grass ?

 

[JustOne]

Something that FINALLY need saying......


Downing Street has been forced to warn police officers against 'heavy-handed' lockdown tactics after officers admitted to prowling through supermarket aisles in a bid to catch shoppers buying 'non-essential' items.
Police forces across the country have been accused of being over-zealous in their Easter weekend crackdown as they threatened to check through people's shopping, causing #policestateUK to trend on Twitter.
The warning saw Downing Street warn police today that 'if a shop is open then it will sell whatever it has in stock', while Home Secretary Priti Patel called on officers not to be 'heavy-handed' during the coronavirus lockdown.

 

[hovis]

Just broke the habit of a lifetime and rung the Police to break up a Party down the street. Half a dozen non family members walked past with crates of beer and BBQ necessities.

Let’s see what happens next....

Just call me Dan the Grass ?

when they get kicked out then sneak over the fence and steal their beer!!!

 

[Slime]

Just broke the habit of a lifetime and rung the Police to break up a Party down the street. Half a dozen non family members walked past with crates of beer and BBQ necessities.

Let’s see what happens next....

Just call me Dan the Grass ?

Well done Dan, it needs to be done.

I think anyone caught partying should have a temporary tattoo, maybe one that lasts three months, and if they subsequently test positive for Covid-19 they get quarantined and receive absolutely NO treatment.
Maybe a bit harsh, but they need to learn!!

 

[harpo_72]

Next door dropped around some kit for making masks. Left it for a period of time and spent this afternoon assembling some. Got a few more to do tomorrow so will crack on with it again.
Hopefully they will be helpful.

 

[JustOne]

Next door dropped around some kit for making masks. Left it for a period of time and spent this afternoon assembling some. Got a few more to do tomorrow so will crack on with it again.
Hopefully they will be helpful.

Helpful for who?


Edit: Sorry that sounds well harsh, I meant who are you making them for? yourself or someone else?

 

[bluewolf]

Well, surprisingly, the Police turned up. Had a bit of a chat with them. Then left. Still 8-10 people there. Only 1 who actually lives there. Won’t make that mistake again then will I.

 

[Deleted member 16999]

Just broke the habit of a lifetime and rung the Police to break up a Party down the street. Half a dozen non family members walked past with crates of beer and BBQ necessities.

Let’s see what happens next....

Just call me Dan the Grass ?

Snitch

 

[Old Skier]

Well, surprisingly, the Police turned up. Had a bit of a chat with them. Then left. Still 8-10 people there. Only 1 who actually lives there. Won’t make that mistake again then will I.

Give your Police Commissioner a tweet, normal stirs someone's arrse.

 

[Norrin Radd]

Well, surprisingly, the Police turned up. Had a bit of a chat with them. Then left. Still 8-10 people there. Only 1 who actually lives there. Won’t make that mistake again then will I.

i assume you were ticked off with them because you werent invited .

 

[bluewolf]

i assume you were ticked off with them because you werent invited .

Damn right. Looking at the women that were turning up and the amount of beer then I’d say it was gonna be a good one ?

 

[Deleted member 25172]

Sorry to read that, good luck to them both and let’s hope the advice works out well.

Thanks. I don’t give much for the Swedish approach on the “advice” though. I told my mom to stay home and under no circumstances go to work even if she feels ok right now.
Fingers crossed it’ll just pass without too much pain.

Hope he improves soon ?

Thanks
He doesn’t even feel sick - yet. Hoping it stays that way.