General Coronavirus chit chat thread - non-travel specific

[MEL_Traveller]

... having a bbq as long as you keep social distance, or going to a friends house is still legal???

You need to consider these types of contact. Going to a mate's place for a bbq... what are the risks? For a start... you're touching lots of surfaces: bottles of wine or beer, bowls for salads and sides, glasses, cutlery.

You're then bringing those things to your face and mouth.

So while at the work place, or after travelling on public transport you can wash and sanitise your hands... it might not be practicable to do these things every 30 seconds while you're at your mate's BBQ.

 

[Denali]

You need to consider these types of contact. Going to a mate's place for a bbq... what are the risks? For a start... you're touching lots of surfaces: bottles of wine or beer, bowls for salads and sides, glasses, cutlery.

You're then bringing those things to your face and mouth.

So while at the work place, or after travelling on public transport you can wash and sanitise your hands... it might not be practicable to do these things every 30 seconds while you're at your mate's BBQ.

Some good pics here, scroll pics, would be near impossible at a BBQ or party

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[drron]

And Neil Diamond.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1241584423927074818

 

[Denali]

And Neil Diamond.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1241584423927074818

One of the most fun, enjoyable concerts ive ever been to was Neil Diamond. Such a joy

 

[Quickstatus]

It seems some countries have moved to close schools, except for children of essential workers - health care, fire, police, etc.

One of the problems with closing schools is that (IIRC) up to 30% are children of essential workers. If nurses have to take leave to look after their kids, then the hospitals will be really stretched.

The other problem is that closing schools will disproportionately affect casual workers and other workers on tenuous employment.

And sadly there are children who are safer at school than at home due to a toxic/abusive home environment

There are serious unintended consequences that cannot be avoided. There are no easy answers.

 

[Pushka]

One of the problems with closing schools is that (IIRC) up to 30% are children of essential workers. If nurses have to take leave to look after their kids, then the hospitals will be really stretched.

The other problem is that closing schools will disproportionately affect casual workers and other workers on tenuous employment.

And sadly there are children who are safer at school than at home due to a toxic/abusive home environment

There are serious unintended consequences that cannot be avoided. There are no easy answers.

Yes, all relevant. Another issue is that teenagers will hang out together in public areas. Just being there, even if they are no trouble, adds to the risk.
I did hear that schools may be left open for the kids of healthcare workers I think in Singapore and maybe UK. Eminently sensible because sadly the grandies can no longer babysit.

Slight shift. I keep getting emails from Sportscraft for discount offers. I don't even look at them anymore because in reality none of us have anywhere to go to wear nice outfits.

 

[Flashback]

Primark UK stores closing 'until further notice'

The fashion chain says it wants to protect the health of employees and customers.

www.bbc.co.uk

How long till other retailers follow suit?

 

[drron]

Yes, all relevant. Another issue is that teenagers will hang out together in public areas. Just being there, even if they are no trouble, adds to the risk.
I did hear that schools may be left open for the kids of healthcare workers I think in Singapore and maybe UK. Eminently sensible because sadly the grandies can no longer babysit.

Slight shift. I keep getting emails from Sportscraft for discount offers. I don't even look at them anymore because in reality none of us have anywhere to go to wear nice outfits.

Though a couple of nights ago an idiot politician was urging the PM to close all schools because if the parents work the grandparents can look after them.

 

[Denali]

Something Ive been thinking about, as someone that came from a home life with alcoholic parents, domestic violence, is the effect this is going to have on victims who are going to be basically trapped with their abuser in a situation that is going to be more volatile as the days/stress/lockdown continues.

I share this because its not something to be ashamed of - we need to talk about these things, they happen. And not just children but spouses/partners of abusers.

School is often the safest place for children with a bad home life and some schools offer breakfast programs because of food insecurity. Work is often the safest place for adults who have abusive partners.

 

[SOPOOR]

I just saw corona virus cases jump overnight again.
But thankfully our death is at 7 or 6

Maybe im getting caught up in the hype, and treating corona virus likrea death sentence,

Other than flu like symptoms, shortness of breath etc, is there a chance that those infected will just recover like a bad flu eventually?

 

[serfty]

is there a chance that those infected will just recover like a bad flu eventually?

On current stats there's a 16% chance of that with a further 2% chance of a Really Really bad flu experience.

Of the other, there's an 80% chance of just a run of the mill chest infection.

 

[tgh]

Praise be …. for the recent fed election result.. this pm and his crew are right up to the job… (just imagine the alternate…..)
Good to see Albanese ( Quintessential good bloke ?) supporting the war effort.

 

[SOPOOR]

On current stats there's a 16% chance of that with a further 2% chance of a Really Really bad flu experience.

Of the other, there's an 80% chance of just a run of the mill chest infection.

2% is stil pretty high but i guess 98% full recovery with rest isnt too bad

Suppose 7 out of 1350 cases is well below 2% for the moment

 

[SOPOOR]

what I dont get is , its transmitted by water/cough droplets through the air,

if this is the case, why is take away still allowed
you have chefs touching the food, and standing over it , I would have thought high risk transmission would be kitchens

 

[Denali]

I think we should also look at our worklife and ask if theres an expat in the office that might be feeling very alone right now.

We have one, great addition to our team, but his 2 x roommates were called back to the UK last week and he doesnt have a car and hasnt done a shop. Basically on his own in an emergency or support situation. He knows he can contact at least three of us for anything. Im also sure that his family back home are happy to know.

 

[Pushka]

So far today SA hasn’t budged. From 100. And none have needed intensive care.

Flu shot done. Just waiting out my 10 minutes in the pharmac_. Supermarket fine. Don’t Give a cough TP available.

 

[serfty]

what I dont get is , its transmitted by water/cough droplets through the air,

if this is the case, why is take away still allowed
you have chefs touching the food, and standing over it , I would have thought high risk transmission would be kitchens

Here's how COVID-19 is transmitted (The chances of Aerosol transmission are really really low.):

About coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Find out how we define and monitor cases of COVID-19, how you can get vaccinated, and where you can learn more about this disease.

www.health.gov.au

Also, this from another resource: (How does novel coronavirus (COVID-19) spread and how can I stop myself from getting it?)

Can COVID-19 spread through the air?
So far, studies show that people are mainly catching COVID-19 through these droplets, rather than the virus hanging out in the air. This is good news, because it means if an infected person is in a room, breathes for a while, then leaves the room, the virus isn’t lurking in the air waiting for the next person to come in. ...

 

[SOPOOR]

Here's how COVID-19 is transmitted (The chances of Aerosol transmission are really really low.):

About coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

Find out how we define and monitor cases of COVID-19, how you can get vaccinated, and where you can learn more about this disease.

www.health.gov.au

Also, this from another resource: (How does novel coronavirus (COVID-19) spread and how can I stop myself from getting it?)

from those links

• contact with droplets from an infected person’s cough or sneeze
• touching objects or surfaces (like doorknobs or tables) that have cough or sneeze droplets from an infected person, and then touching your mouth or face

chefs would be very high on the list to me

 

[get me outta here]

 

[MEL_Traveller]

from those links

• contact with droplets from an infected person’s cough or sneeze
• touching objects or surfaces (like doorknobs or tables) that have cough or sneeze droplets from an infected person, and then touching your mouth or face

chefs would be very high on the list to me

And that's why you need to wash hands, sanitize, and don't touch your face.

And those who are sick, stay home.

A chef/waiter may touch a container and contaminate the container. You have to make sure you don't transfer it off the container and in to you. So wash, sanitize, etc.

And also the reason why going to a mate's place for a BBQ is a bad idea.