Sprout posted:Carnelian posted:It's not in my nature to worry about this sort of thing as although I'm in a vulnerable group - it always feels like the media is always trying to frighten people. But this time I am starting to worry. I did think twice about going to the supermarket yesterday.
And yet you wouldn't have to, if our shitstorm of a government got it's act together.
Our shitshow of a government can't get its act together while it's led by a class A f***tard!
After months we are still sailing blindfold into this. Act now, even though it's far too late - that horse has bolted. Open borders with people from all over walking through airports unchecked for starters. No thermometers, hand gel or info. Nothing. No info on self-quarantine for Italians or Iranians. Where's the crowd control as in Europe? If you think the NHS is coping with this dream on.
They know how this is heading. Hancock really struggled this morning - you'd think you were about to pull all his teeth. He's a joke like Johnson and the rest of them. This is life v money/economy and this bunch of shysters are going to choose money. It's frightening, completely inept and criminal.
Boris Johnson will say the NHS is well-prepared and the government will "stop at nothing" to fight the virus.
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Really?
Then why (harsh as it may seem) are we still letting travel into this country happen?
In light of the recent report suggesting that the incubation period is more likely to be 24 days, not 14 (which was just a guess), why are we still saying you are OK if you test negative after14 days? - off you go and waltz about the country to your hearts content!
The three wise men. Shocking.
Rumoured to be the NHS proposed policy on choosing people to let go. People who are alive and have paid in all their lives. Play God.
Is it REAL NHS policy, or 'NHS Policy' dictated by Boris?
…….another thing .I've heard is that masks only give 20 minutes protection.
I bet you in the end it'll effectively be seen as a particularly virulent strain of flu!
I'm sorry for the people who have died/ will die, but these things happen - It's called life!!!
Extremely Fluffy Fluffy Thing posted:…….another thing .I've heard is that masks only give 20 minutes protection.
I bet you in the end it'll effectively be seen as a particularly virulent strain of flu!
I'm sorry for the people who have died/ will die, but these things happen - It's called life!!!
I have to admit that I do wonder why there is so much hype about this . So far , like you say, it sounds like a virulent flu strain ....which is constantly changing , and which we get every year ...but I’m wondering what they aren’t telling us . As someone in the high risk category, I switch between blind panic and common sense 
I have to admit I’ve stocked up on dettol wipes etc...and I’ve always been overly cautious about hand washing.....but the bottom line is what will be , will be ....or that’s how I feel until the next newsflash
That's it Baz. Chin up...…….and all that!
Following the Cobra meeting, Mr Johnson said the spread of coronavirus in the UK was "likely", but a plan has been agreed to tackle it we have a cunning plan!
BBC One 19:30-20:00 ::: Coronavirus: Everything You need to know.
The BBC dedicating a 30 min programme to it is not fanning the flames of panic much !!! 
The Spanish flu pandemic of 1918, the deadliest in history, infected an estimated 500 million people worldwide—about one-third of the planet's population—and killed an estimated 20 million to 50 million victims, including some 675,000 Americans.
Enthusiastic Contrafibularities posted:
BBC One 19:30-20:00 ::: Coronavirus: Everything You need to know.
The BBC dedicating a 30 min programme to it is not fanning the flames of panic much !!!
The Spanish flu pandemic of 1918, the deadliest in history, infected an estimated 500 million people worldwide—about one-third of the planet's population—and killed an estimated 20 million to 50 million victims, including some 675,000 Americans.
Yes , bliddy ridiculous .....all they need to do is tell us how best to try and avoid it ....and they’ve already told us that ....most of which is simply common sense
How does it transmit? I might have missed that experiment.
It's all unknown. Where did they get that within 2 metres for 10/15 mins. from? They're plucking things from thin air.
Apparently when you cough or sneeze, microscopic moisture droplets are catapulted from your mouth and/or nose up to that distance. Therefore to protect yourself as much as possible you should keep that distance (as a minimum) between yourself and other people.
Can you believe sing Happy Birthday twice is an official government line?
Don't patronise us.
Growing up we were always told to cover our mouths when coughing/sneezing - part of general good manners. Sadly such things as good manners died a death in this country many years ago and unbridled coughing and sneezing is the norm and general good manners is unheard of - mostly.
'I was at a hospital where there were a few #coronavirus patients and I shook hands with everybody' says Boris Johnson.
Nathaniel Tapley Retweeted Sky News
No you weren't. You went to Kettering Hospital, where there aren't any coronavirus patients. The fact that you felt like making up nonsense that flies in the face of your own government's current medical advice shows what a hooning bellend you are, you thunderingly dull spoon.
I think that reply was tame compared to some of the tweets 
Why does this man feel the need to lie every time he opens his mouth, I really do feel the country is in the hands of idiots, the corrupt and the evil .
velvet donkey posted:Can you believe sing Happy Birthday twice is an official government line?
Don't patronise us.
I know what you're saying, Velvet, but one of the things that recent events has brought home to me is just how bad certain members of the GBP are at basic hygiene.
I was in a pub on Saturday evening that's heavily geared towards family dining, and I retired to the toilets to "wash my hands" before eating. While using the hand-drier, a bloke came out of the stall and walked straight out the door without even stopping to think of running his hands under a tap! 
Not uncommon of course, but still not on under normal circumstances. 
Given the current situation, I just stared in shock!
If your speech can't flow you're lying. Pretty standard. That's Hancock.
Eugene's Lair posted:velvet donkey posted:Can you believe sing Happy Birthday twice is an official government line?
Don't patronise us.
I know what you're saying, Velvet, but one of the things that recent events has brought home to me is just how bad certain members of the GBP are at basic hygiene.
I was in a pub on Saturday evening that's heavily geared towards family dining, and I retired to the toilets to "wash my hands" before eating. While using the hand-drier, a bloke came out of the stall and walked straight out the door without even stopping to think of running his hands under a tap!
Not uncommon of course, but still not on under normal circumstances.
I couldn’t agree more Eugene ....I’ve seen that too ...makes me cringe ! I am a bit OTT about hand hygiene ....even way before all this ....but now I’m even more careful ...and let’s face its, it’s not rocket science ...just common sense 
I'm getting a bit jaded with all the Coronavirus stuff.
So today we have the announcement of two more cases in Scotland - but no details yet.
Yes, what should we do - run around like headless chickens?
I know it's not exactly a laughing matter, but really. what ARE we supposed to do?
Just practise good hygiene and don't do anything stupid!
Contacted the Freeman Hospital yesterday (my Mum uses their hairdressers).
It's business as usual
No special instruction at all - come and go as you please
SSP from day 1instead of day 4. I know that might make things easier for some people, but overall is it really really going to make a difference?
Due to health issues and immunosuppressant medications, I have a compromised immune system. I’m not getting into a panic but I am taking, what I consider to be, sensible precautions I.e. lots of hand washing, hand sanitiser, Dettol spray and wipes etc.
@Eugene's Lair, I have been shocked at how many women use public toilets and then walk straight out without washing their hands - I use tissues or wipes to open the doors because the handles must be covered in germs.
Yogi19 posted:I use tissues or wipes to open the doors because the handles must be covered in germs.
Yes, because even if you wash your hands vigorously, you still have to turn off taps (though more and more public toilets are installing automated facilities) and open the door!
Extremely Fluffy Fluffy Thing posted:Yogi19 posted:I use tissues or wipes to open the doors because the handles must be covered in germs.
Yes, because even if you wash your hands vigorously, you still have to turn off taps (though more and more public toilets are installing automated facilities) and open the door!
Like Yogi , I always try to open the door with either a tissue , or my elbow 
More CoVid-19 cases announced - impending panic is ramped-up!
El Loro posted:Moonie posted:Extremely Fluffy Fluffy Thing posted:More CoVid-19 cases announced - impending panic is ramped-up!
Three new cases so far today?
That's just in Scotland.
Figures will now only be published once a week on Fridays.
It is indeed El
So, instead of a few little shocks we will get one big one?
The chief medical officer was just talking to a commons committee, I believe, about the virus. People and indeed he was coughing 
Moonie posted:El Loro posted:Moonie posted:Extremely Fluffy Fluffy Thing posted:More CoVid-19 cases announced - impending panic is ramped-up!
Three new cases so far today?
That's just in Scotland.
Figures will now only be published once a week on Fridays.
It is indeed El
So, instead of a few little shocks we will get one big one?
The chief medical officer was just talking to a commons committee, I believe, about the virus. People and indeed he was coughing
Sounds like it Moonie ....plus we won’t know if it’s arrived in our area for a week ...so how will that help !
Baz posted:Moonie posted:El Loro posted:Moonie posted:Extremely Fluffy Fluffy Thing posted:More CoVid-19 cases announced - impending panic is ramped-up!
Three new cases so far today?
That's just in Scotland.
Figures will now only be published once a week on Fridays.
It is indeed El
So, instead of a few little shocks we will get one big one?
The chief medical officer was just talking to a commons committee, I believe, about the virus. People and indeed he was coughing
Sounds like it Moonie
Exactly Bazzy 
