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Coronavirus - how is it/has it affected you?

pauldj42 said:
It’s nothing new though Bri, all parties claim the BBC is against them.

As I put above, watching the programme I didn’t feel it was politically motivated or made the Government look bad, it simply raised questions and I would rather the press pull the programme to bits using facts than the “let’s find the political persuasion of those interviewed” to discredit the programme.
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I don't think the Beeb are against anyone party or person. But the example I gave in my reply shows that in terms of responsible journalism and integrity they are shocking. All they appear to be interested in creating a headline. They could so easily have quoted all of the bit in the minutes that included that the eye glasses would be changed to visors as the eye glasses were used up. Similarly with gowns.

On the issue of gowns, just to make an observation. The staff wear blues under their aprons/gowns. Just as they are supposed to put the gown/apron in the bin, the blues are supposed to be taken off as they come of the ward/unit and they are supposed to shower before putting on civvies.
 
Traminator said:
I was at the old Tampa stadium early 1991, watched the Outback Bowl sat right at the top of the stadium.
It was a month before the Superbowl was there so there was quite a buzz around.
One of our guys met Vinny Testaverde the QB in the car park (lot....! ?).
I have some pics somewhere.
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I was on the sidelines for a game in 1988 and got to know Vinny quite well. He had a tough time in Tampa and became a better person years later when he re-married and his father passed away (sad but true). His son was in Buc camp last season. The Outback Bowl is now always played on New Years Day in Tampa. Not been to one myself but I've seen a few USF games at Raymond James Stadium.
 
Spain's numbers continue to improve.

Yesterday saw the lowest number of new infections since whenever at just over 1,300. Recoveries are now comfortably outstripping deaths and new infections.

Deaths for yesterday was down to 268, the lowest since whenever.

Everything going in the right direction but, as before, we shouldn't lose sight of the pain being suffered by so many families.

Stay safe folks.
 
Hobbit said:
Spain's numbers continue to improve.

Yesterday saw the lowest number of new infections since whenever at just over 1,300. Recoveries are now comfortably outstripping deaths and new infections.

Deaths for yesterday was down to 268, the lowest since whenever.

Everything going in the right direction but, as before, we shouldn't lose sight of the pain being suffered by so many families.

Stay safe folks.
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Nice to hear some good news.
 
Hobbit said:
I don't think the Beeb are against anyone party or person. But the example I gave in my reply shows that in terms of responsible journalism and integrity they are shocking. All they appear to be interested in creating a headline. They could so easily have quoted all of the bit in the minutes that included that the eye glasses would be changed to visors as the eye glasses were used up. Similarly with gowns.

On the issue of gowns, just to make an observation. The staff wear blues under their aprons/gowns. Just as they are supposed to put the gown/apron in the bin, the blues are supposed to be taken off as they come of the ward/unit and they are supposed to shower before putting on civvies.
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The fact alone that they upset all sides I believe they are impartial as an organisation and I totally agree the issue is more about the responsible journalism.

I took the programme with a pinch of salt, the social media and newspapers annoyed me with their response and I’ve learnt more from your post than anything else read or seen since the programme aired.
 
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Some positivity folks:

Perhaps the most important news of the week.

South Korean experts have concluded that the patients who were feared to have been 'reinfected' with the virus were just false positives.

A huge boost for long term immunity - many scientists were very concerned about those reports.
 
Hobbit said:
I don't think the Beeb are against anyone party or person. But the example I gave in my reply shows that in terms of responsible journalism and integrity they are shocking. All they appear to be interested in creating a headline. They could so easily have quoted all of the bit in the minutes that included that the eye glasses would be changed to visors as the eye glasses were used up. Similarly with gowns.

On the issue of gowns, just to make an observation. The staff wear blues under their aprons/gowns. Just as they are supposed to put the gown/apron in the bin, the blues are supposed to be taken off as they come of the ward/unit and they are supposed to shower before putting on civvies.
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But is that not an accusation that can be levelled at pretty much any broadcaster or newspaper? If one looks at the reporting of any story about which you know the underlying facts, you quickly spot how frequently the reporting is wildly different to the actuality - or at least has a significant slant on it. Not really sure the Beeb is any worse/better than anyone else?
 
pauldj42 said:
Some positivity folks:

Perhaps the most important news of the week.

South Korean experts have concluded that the patients who were feared to have been 'reinfected' with the virus were just false positives.

A huge boost for long term immunity - many scientists were very concerned about those reports.
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Saw that earlier on.
Some good news.
There is some out there...(y)
 
clubchamp98 said:
That’s a really tough thing about this virus .
It stops the normal.
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Unfortunately there is no normal anymore. Having just been diagnosed with blood clots on both lungs I have to be extremely careful about what I do and who I have contact with. Hospital visits last week were a nightmare and you look at everyone with suspicion.
 
drdel said:
The BBC Panorama used 5 doctors to rubbish the Government all had Labour association. Hardly balanced views.
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Maybe Labour activists are just more likely to be carers than Tory activists are?
 
Imurg said:
Saw that earlier on.
Some good news.
There is some out there...(y)
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Found this info as well:

“Experts can't find a single time a child under 10 has transmitted the virus to an adult.

The WHO has found the same & the Swiss have already relaxed restrictions.

This is potentially significant, although we do need more evidence.”
 
Green Bay Hacker said:
Unfortunately there is no normal anymore. Having just been diagnosed with blood clots on both lungs I have to be extremely careful about what I do and who I have contact with. Hospital visits last week were a nightmare and you look at everyone with suspicion.
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Yes I know where you are coming from.
My wife is in the same situation.
 
pauldj42 said:
Found this info as well:

“Experts can't find a single time a child under 10 has transmitted the virus to an adult.

The WHO has found the same & the Swiss have already relaxed restrictions.

This is potentially significant, although we do need more evidence.”
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That’s good news if true!
But how can that be proven or not?
Not disputing it but sounds a bit unbelievable if it can live on hard surfaces, pencils rulers etc.
 
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