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Originally Posted by Mick (Post 36028492)

Earlier in this thread, I discussed that I dealt with someone with a confirmed case of Covid-19, sadly that person passed away. R.I.P.

So sorry to hear that Mick.

May he rest in peace.

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Originally Posted by Russ (Post 36028491)

Take this with a pinch of salt at this stage but...

https://galaxynewsexpress.com/blog/b...mpression=true

Even if it isn’t, the other things in the Article (a test that gives a result in 30 minutes) show why we need to flatten the curve - to give the scientists, etc., time to develop better tests and preventative measures before the Health Services are overwhelmed.

AIR ambulance just landed in the park close to my house,seeing that circling prior to landing focuses your mind to the severity of the situation:(

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Originally Posted by Pierre (Post 36028484)

The Virus is spread in the form of droplets from a host sneezing or coughing in close proximity to others, hence the "distancing" advice.

It is not airborne.

There is no evidence or official reports (Janet off facebook isn't an official report) that it can be caught by touching anything. but good hygene practices that have been advised from the outset should cover that off anyway.

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Work hasn't ended. people still need to go to work.

IF it was just a matter of coughing or sneezing then people could go out, as long as those with coughs or sneezes didn't. That isn't that case.

Link to various government scientific reports

Routes of Transmission of the Influenza Virus
p 13

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Both inhalable and respirable particles can contribute to
all three transmission modes. Large droplets with an aerodynamic diameter above 100μm are not inhalable, will
settle on surfaces within a few seconds of being expelled and can thus only contribute to contact transmission.

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Contact The transfer of an infectious agent from one being to another by a coming
together or touch. Direct Contact: transmission via direct physical contact; for
example a kiss. Indirect Contact: transmission via an intermediate object such
as a fomite
...
Fomite An inanimate object or substance capable of carrying infectious organisms

Just because a pet cannot carry a virus as such, it can still act a contact type source of transmission. Just a human cannot sustain dog fleas, they can act as an intermediary to other humans or dogs.

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1. There is sound evidence supporting influenza virus survival on fomites and hands for
periods consistent with the possibility of onward transmission.

Impact of Mass Gatherings on an Influenza Pandemic

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In conclusion there is limited data indicating that mass gatherings are associated with influenza transmission and this theme is continued with the inclusion of new evidence for the update. Certain unique events such as the Hajj, specialised settings including civilian and military ships- a new theme for this update, indoor venues and crowded outdoor venues provide the primary evidence base to suggest mass gatherings can be associated with Influenza outbreaks. Some evidence suggests that restricting mass gatherings together with other social distancing measures may help to reduce transmission. However, the evidence is still not strong enough to warrant advocating legislated restrictions. Therefore, in a pandemic situation a cautious policy of voluntary avoidance of mass gatherings would is still the most prudent message. Operational considerations including practical implications of policy directed at restricting mass gathering events should be carefully considered.

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Originally Posted by peanut (Post 36028487)

Exactly, so by reducing trains/tube they are actually making matters worse. Which is the main point. The Gov needs to get a grip sooner rather than later.

Journeys are down 70% so no need to run so many trains and put staff on the frontline but the Tubes look mad. :(

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Originally Posted by papa smurf (Post 36028471)

It was staggering the amount of traffic coming into Cleethorpes yesterday,the sun was shining and they were having a day by the sea:shrug:

They were probably scouring the beach looking for exotic goods (toilet rolls, tins of beans, pork scratchings, Fiat Uno, etc) that had fallen off the back of one of the many passing freighters :D

Interestingly, I was there about a month ago and the beach was completely clear of plastic rubbish . . obviously a much better class of visitor than the seychelles, bermuda etc :Yes:

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Originally Posted by Mick (Post 36028492)

Earlier in this thread, I discussed that I dealt with someone with a confirmed case of Covid-19, sadly that person passed away. R.I.P.

Very sorry to hear that Mick, and a reminder of what you and your colleagues are putting yourselves through for the sake of the country. Thank you. :clap:

London: road charges suspended to clear routes for critical workers
Congestion charge, ultra-low emission zone and low emission zone will stop from Monday

https://www.theguardian.com/world/20...itical-workers

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Originally Posted by nomadking (Post 36028504)

IF it was just a matter of coughing or sneezing then people could go out,

People can go out.

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Some evidence suggests that restricting mass gatherings together with other social distancing measures may help to reduce transmission. However, the evidence is still not strong enough to warrant advocating legislated restrictions. Therefore, in a pandemic situation a cautious policy of voluntary avoidance of mass gatherings would is still the most prudent message. Operational considerations including practical implications of policy directed at restricting mass gathering events should be carefully considered.

that is, and has been, the policy

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Originally Posted by Russ (Post 36028491)

Take this with a pinch of salt at this stage but...

https://galaxynewsexpress.com/blog/b...mpression=true

Was reported in the UK press 4 days ago in the Telegraph, 3days ago in the Mail and 2 days ago in the Express.

https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/12...g-SARS-covd-19

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/202...e-coronavirus/

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/a...ught-SARS.html

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Originally Posted by Russ (Post 36028491)

Take this with a pinch of salt at this stage but...

https://galaxynewsexpress.com/blog/b...mpression=true

There was a report a few weeks ago from China of early promise in trials of a SARS vaccine.

Covid-19 and SARS are both caused by coronaviruses so this is not entirely surprising - remember the original vaccine was the use of cowpox virus to provoke an immune response that also provided protection against smallpox. Both those diseases are caused by closely related orthopox viruses.

WTAF!

https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/...tacked-224229/

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Paramedics on the frontline of the fight against coronavirus arrived at work to find holes drilled in the tyres of six ambulances.

The vehicles were taken off the road after the damage was discovered at a vehicle preparation centre in Ramsgate shortly after 7am today.

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Originally Posted by Mr K (Post 36028467)

Unbelievable, tubes still packed this morning. Wtf goes through people's heads?

Ever heard of a thing called work ?

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Originally Posted by Hugh (Post 36028514)

WTAF!

Ummm, WTAF ? What is that ?

WTAF - What The Actual Flip!

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This came up on my Twitter feed, and I found it amusing...

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Working from home, week 2.

@........ and I have decided to spice up our confinement with some erotic office roleplay. She's the naive new secretary, and I'm the older, but still sexy and powerful, MD.

I'm currently in day 3 of meetings with HR for inappropriate conduct.

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Originally Posted by Hugh (Post 36028514)

WTAF!

https://www.kentonline.co.uk/thanet/...tacked-224229/

Yes but have you heard of the Coronavirus challenge doing the rounds... someone shared footage on my twitter feed of a young lad entering a public lavatory and basically licking the toilet bowl. https://twitter.com/stillgray/status...63117505581056 (View at your own risk).

Another video shows someone licking stuff on shelves in a supermarket. https://twitter.com/stillgray/status...73834351550464

There really is no hope for humanity.