Stevo985 Posted February 14, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted February 14, 2022 8 minutes ago, mjmooney said: Well yes. Although to be fair to the OP, I'm not sure he was really 'guffawing'. Wrong choice of word to be fair. My bad 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Xann Posted February 14, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted February 14, 2022 4 hours ago, Demitri_C said: So how do they know a more deadlier virus is coning if it hasnt happened yet? What evidence do they have? Viruses mutate, as you've said. It's a coinflip as to the direction it takes, as the post said. 4 hours ago, Demitri_C said: Its all doom and gloom, this aint life. Its just constant negativity. No wonder people are always miserable over here. The news is just utterly depressing thats why i try to avoid it now and just enjoy life and try look at it from a positive outlook now. It's not all doom and gloom. Virologists have been expecting superbugs for decades. We've had a couple now. No point in staying scared, it's just adjusting to the new normal. I ain't scared of the bug, neither am I fussed about about wearing a mask. I do fear for a couple of friends that have proved susceptible to the bug, and have been flattened by the jabs. Another friend is rendered vulnerable because of his medication. I got to sit next to my Dad's bed on his last night on Earth as Covid killed him, and would spare others the same experience. If that's putting a mask on in situations where we're forced into close proximity with others? Fine. I'll review the situation as it changes. Glad you're trying to be less fearful btw. 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted February 14, 2022 Share Posted February 14, 2022 24 minutes ago, Xann said: Viruses mutate, as you've said. It's a coinflip as to the direction it takes, as the post said. It's not all doom and gloom. Virologists have been expecting superbugs for decades. We've had a couple now. No point in staying scared, it's just adjusting to the new normal. I ain't scared of the bug, neither am I fussed about about wearing a mask. I do fear for a couple of friends that have proved susceptible to the bug, and have been flattened by the jabs. Another friend is rendered vulnerable because of his medication. I got to sit next to my Dad's bed on his last night on Earth as Covid killed him, and would spare others the same experience. If that's putting a mask on in situations where we're forced into close proximity with others? Fine. I'll review the situation as it changes. Glad you're trying to be less fearful btw. Sorry to hear about your dad mate thats sad. My condolences to you and your family 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xann Posted February 14, 2022 Share Posted February 14, 2022 Just now, Demitri_C said: Sorry to hear about your dad mate thats sad. My condolences to you and your family Ta. You weren't posting when it happened Dem, you weren't to know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted February 14, 2022 Share Posted February 14, 2022 Just now, Xann said: Ta. You weren't posting when it happened Dem, you weren't to know. I can understand your reasons now 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidcow Posted February 14, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted February 14, 2022 1 hour ago, mjmooney said: Well yes. Although to be fair to the OP, I'm not sure he was really 'guffawing'. LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmooney Posted February 14, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted February 14, 2022 1 hour ago, Xann said: Viruses mutate, as you've said. It's a coinflip as to the direction it takes, as the post said. It's not all doom and gloom. Virologists have been expecting superbugs for decades. We've had a couple now. No point in staying scared, it's just adjusting to the new normal. I ain't scared of the bug, neither am I fussed about about wearing a mask. I do fear for a couple of friends that have proved susceptible to the bug, and have been flattened by the jabs. Another friend is rendered vulnerable because of his medication. I got to sit next to my Dad's bed on his last night on Earth as Covid killed him, and would spare others the same experience. If that's putting a mask on in situations where we're forced into close proximity with others? Fine. I'll review the situation as it changes. Glad you're trying to be less fearful btw. Good post, and exactly where I'm at. My dilemma is that my missus is on immunosuppressant drugs. Even with the vaccinations, she's still at a higher risk than most, and is currently avoiding e.g. indoor gigs. Trouble is, I'm not, which rather undermines her precautions. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foreveryoung Posted February 14, 2022 Share Posted February 14, 2022 4 hours ago, Stevo985 said: This is hilarious But it's true, so not that funny. They can't all be as smart as you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted February 14, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted February 14, 2022 Just now, foreveryoung said: But it's true, so not that funny. They can't all be as smart as you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xann Posted February 14, 2022 Share Posted February 14, 2022 48 minutes ago, mjmooney said: ... she's still at a higher risk than most, and is currently avoiding e.g. indoor gigs. Trouble is, I'm not, which rather undermines her precautions. Tough one. Suppose you carry a two way mask and slip it on if the gig's tight, or camp in the spare room for a couple of nights, then test? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sidcow Posted February 14, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted February 14, 2022 10 minutes ago, Xann said: Tough one. Suppose you carry a two way mask and slip it on if the gig's tight, or camp in the spare room for a couple of nights, then test? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markavfc40 Posted February 15, 2022 Share Posted February 15, 2022 Free covid tests to end next week including for the vulnerable, NHS and care workers. Seems reckless. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted February 15, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted February 15, 2022 4 minutes ago, markavfc40 said: Free covid tests to end next week including for the vulnerable, NHS and care workers. Seems reckless. I wonder who will get the contract for the extra paid for tests that will now need to be ordered 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisp65 Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 No state sponsored ‘expert’ is going to tell me what to do with my body. I’m off down to the river to stand under a tree. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bannedfromHandV Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 Watch the number of positive results drop off a cliff once people have to fork out for a test. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Genie Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 2 minutes ago, bannedfromHandV said: Watch the number of positive results drop off a cliff once people have to fork out for a test. True, it’ll be a pointless statistic. People going into hospital will be the main barometer of things getting better/worse. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bannedfromHandV Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 11 minutes ago, Genie said: True, it’ll be a pointless statistic. People going into hospital will be the main barometer of things getting better/worse. It’s kinda pointless now given that the vast majority of positive tests result in a few sniffles at worst. Once people have to pay for a test they’ll be far less inclined to bother. I actually think this is a good thing to be honest. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seat68 Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 3 minutes ago, bannedfromHandV said: It’s kinda pointless now given that the vast majority of positive tests result in a few sniffles at worst. Once people have to pay for a test they’ll be far less inclined to bother. I actually think this is a good thing to be honest. 11,000 people in hospital with sniffles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 3 minutes ago, bannedfromHandV said: It’s kinda pointless now given that the vast majority of positive tests result in a few sniffles at worst. Once people have to pay for a test they’ll be far less inclined to bother. I actually think this is a good thing to be honest. So do i, as fundamentally we are testing ourselves for a cold which is what this latest variant has been. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Demitri_C Posted February 18, 2022 Share Posted February 18, 2022 2 minutes ago, Seat68 said: 11,000 people in hospital with sniffles. Out of a population of 65,110,000? Its drastically come down to where it was it seems 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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