Coronavirus - how is it/has it affected you?

Billysboots said:
...I have found there are two kinds...
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Likewise - those who others refer to as an expert and those who refer to themselves as an expert. I find it absolutely adorable when anyone manages to fit the word expert into their job title.
Almost as fabulous as when a shop assistant introduces themself as the "product genius."
 
I have found what Ethan has written in respect of his expert knowledge on this Covid thing to be enlightening and reassuring. I'm glad he has posted - I'm sure it has helped a lot.
But, at times, Ethan has jumped down the throats of anyone daring to state a different opinion. And offering a different opinion is something we all are entitled to do.
This latest "spat" seems to have started when someone declared accepting the word of his GP over Ethan's.
Let's be objective here.. We almost all use "handles" rather than our real names on this forum. It is the usual practice, in fact, a recommended practice.
Going along with this, it is important to know and acknowledge that who and what we say we are may or may not be true.
It is a fact of life on the internet.
Ethan knows if he is what he says he is . We do not. We may believe he is, but we do not know.
That goes for all of us posters.
If you went to your Dr and said during your conversation" You sure? Some chap on the forum on the internet is an expert in this subject and says different....."
What sort of look would you expect from him??

I think it's fair enough for someone, in upholding their opinion , or that of an expert known by them to be so, to query whether what someone on a forum , (stating other opinion, )says is correct, and whether he is an expert in a particular field and thus qualified to give an opinion.

Having said that, and mindful of the caveat above, I think Ethan is genuine and so is his information.
 
The one thing that should not be in doubt is Ethans credentials in regards his medical knowledge- people can agree or disagree with his opinion on things but he posts in regards Covid etc from a position of knowledge and prob a lot more than most on here.

He appears to be for a good number a valuable source of information
 
funkycoldmedina said:
Maybe before sticking the boot in some may reflect on how they reply when their own area of expertise is criticised.
Let he without sin and all that....
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I’m more than happy to hold my hand up and admit that I have struck out on occasion. And invariably, when I have done that, I have gone on to engage with those I have “fallen out” with via a private message and we have settled our differences.

Regardless, I’m mindful of the principle that two wrongs don’t make a right, so in the event I am not beyond criticism myself, and I know I’m certainly not, it hardly makes the conduct I describe in my earlier post any more agreeable.
 
GB72 said:
How quickly things change. A few days ago I was hacked off about the delays with the vaccinations (not blaming anyone just hacked off), 5 minutes ago I get an NHS text saying I will be invited shortly, 3 minutes ago I have a text from the doctors surgery asking me to book and now I am booked in to be jabbed on Thursday afternoon. No idea what caused the sudden change but looks like Grantham are vaccinating the 45-50 age group.
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Well, you think they are reading your internet ‘rants’ now, just wait until they chipped you ;-)
 
RichA said:
Likewise - those who others refer to as an expert and those who refer to themselves as an expert. I find it absolutely adorable when anyone manages to fit the word expert into their job title.
Almost as fabulous as when a shop assistant introduces themself as the "product genius."
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Not entirely sure what you’re getting at, but if it’s a dig at my comment regarding my status in my role, it’s a fact I’m afraid that certain roles attract recognised expert witness status. The term is out there for anyone who cares to let Google be their best mate.
 
Swinglowandslow said:
I have found what Ethan has written in respect of his expert knowledge on this Covid thing to be enlightening and reassuring. I'm glad he has posted - I'm sure it has helped a lot.
But, at times, Ethan has jumped down the throats of anyone daring to state a different opinion. And offering a different opinion is something we all are entitled to do.
This latest "spat" seems to have started when someone declared accepting the word of his GP over Ethan's.
Let's be objective here.. We almost all use "handles" rather than our real names on this forum. It is the usual practice, in fact, a recommended practice.
Going along with this, it is important to know and acknowledge that who and what we say we are may or may not be true.
It is a fact of life on the internet.
Ethan knows if he is what he says he is . We do not. We may believe he is, but we do not know.
That goes for all of us posters.
If you went to your Dr and said during your conversation" You sure? Some chap on the forum on the internet is an expert in this subject and says different....."
What sort of look would you expect from him??

I think it's fair enough for someone, in upholding their opinion , or that of an expert known by them to be so, to query whether what someone on a forum , (stating other opinion, )says is correct, and whether he is an expert in a particular field and thus qualified to give an opinion.

Having said that, and mindful of the caveat above, I think Ethan is genuine and so is his information.
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Spot on. Every word.
 
Liverpoolphil said:
The one thing that should not be in doubt is Ethans credentials in regards his medical knowledge- people can agree or disagree with his opinion on things but he posts in regards Covid etc from a position of knowledge and prob a lot more than most on here.

He appears to be for a good number a valuable source of information
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I prefer his advice on shafts ?
 
Billysboots said:
Not entirely sure what you’re getting at...
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I was mostly just amusing myself about this paragraph...
Billysboots said:
As someone who was recognised as an expert witness in my chosen specialism during my last 20 years’ police service, I am used to working with experts, and invariably I have found there are two kinds. Those who remain down to Earth and demonstrate humility, and those who have a very lofty opinion of themselves.
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and wondering which camp you feel fits your description of yourself: the humble self-described expert or the type with the lofty opinion of himself.
 
RichA said:
I was mostly just amusing myself about this paragraph...

and wondering which camp you feel fits your description of yourself: the humble self-described expert or the type with the lofty opinion of himself.
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I’m quite comfortable that I know my limits, as anyone I worked with for twenty odd years will tell you, so I know my place!

And to clarify, there is no such thing as an expert witness who is “self-described”. Google it and you’ll see what I’m talking about.
 
I’ve read in the papers this morning that the plan is to start vaccinations of children in August and I just admit I don’t know how I feel about this.

I’m not an anti-vaxxer, I’ve had everything that I’m supposed to have and my daughter (6yrs) has had likewise however I’m not convinced (at the moment) I would have her vaccinated against something that carries so little risk to her personally. Covid, fortunately, carries almost zero risk to children. I think I would want to see longer term data before having her given the jab.
 
road2ruin said:
I’ve read in the papers this morning that the plan is to start vaccinations of children in August and I just admit I don’t know how I feel about this.

I’m not an anti-vaxxer, I’ve had everything that I’m supposed to have and my daughter (6yrs) has had likewise however I’m not convinced (at the moment) I would have her vaccinated against something that carries so little risk to her personally. Covid, fortunately, carries almost zero risk to children. I think I would want to see longer term data before having her given the jab.
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I think 16-18 should be fine no issues

Would understand secondary school ages and above

Primary like yourself I'm not sure about but got to trust science

Guess they get their BCG and others that early
 
road2ruin said:
I’ve read in the papers this morning that the plan is to start vaccinations of children in August and I just admit I don’t know how I feel about this.

I’m not an anti-vaxxer, I’ve had everything that I’m supposed to have and my daughter (6yrs) has had likewise however I’m not convinced (at the moment) I would have her vaccinated against something that carries so little risk to her personally. Covid, fortunately, carries almost zero risk to children. I think I would want to see longer term data before having her given the jab.
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She’ll grow old one day and then it’s a greater risk to her. Plus she could be a carrier and thus a risk to you and her grandparents. There is also the possibility of future variants that are much more dangerous to children (and everyone else) that these vaccinations can help to prevent.

It’s a bigger picture decision and I know it’s not an easy one when a child is involved but if I had children I’d be having them vaccinated.
 
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