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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/20 at 11:12 am

The UK is to monitor flights arriving from China, as part of a series of precautionary measures after the spread of a new coronavirus. The measures, announced by the Department of Health, will apply to flights from Wuhan to London Heathrow. The flights will be met in an isolated part of Terminal 4, with a health team available to check for symptoms. Public Health England said the current risk to the UK has been changed from "very low" to "low".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51202216

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: UK to monitor flights from China as precaution

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/20 at 11:18 am

New China virus: Your questions answered

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51176409

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: UK to monitor flights from China as precaution

Written By: 2001 on 01/22/20 at 11:22 am

I remember the 2003 SARS virus hit Canada rather badly. I hope this is more contained.

Subject: Coronavirus: Virus-hit Chinese city Wuhan to shut public transport

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/20 at 1:34 pm

Wuhan: Virus-hit Chinese city to shut public transport

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51215348

Wuhan, a Chinese city of nearly nine million people, is to temporarily shut public transport amid a virus outbreak. Those living in the city have been told not to leave, and the airport and train stations will be closed to outgoing passengers. Bus, subway, ferry, and long-distance transport networks will be suspended from 1000 local time on 23 January. The outbreak has killed 17 people, and there are 440 confirmed cases. The virus originated in a seafood market that "conducted illegal transactions of wild animals", authorities said.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Virus-hit Chinese city Wuhan to shut public transport

Written By: Sman12 on 01/22/20 at 2:36 pm


Wuhan: Virus-hit Chinese city to shut public transport

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51215348

Wuhan, a Chinese city of nearly nine million people, is to temporarily shut public transport amid a virus outbreak. Those living in the city have been told not to leave, and the airport and train stations will be closed to outgoing passengers. Bus, subway, ferry, and long-distance transport networks will be suspended from 1000 local time on 23 January. The outbreak has killed 17 people, and there are 440 confirmed cases. The virus originated in a seafood market that "conducted illegal transactions of wild animals", authorities said.

Welp, someone's gonna get a lawsuit after this.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: 2001 on 01/22/20 at 2:41 pm


Wuhan: Virus-hit Chinese city to shut public transport

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51215348

Wuhan, a Chinese city of nearly nine million people, is to temporarily shut public transport amid a virus outbreak. Those living in the city have been told not to leave, and the airport and train stations will be closed to outgoing passengers. Bus, subway, ferry, and long-distance transport networks will be suspended from 1000 local time on 23 January. The outbreak has killed 17 people, and there are 440 confirmed cases. The virus originated in a seafood market that "conducted illegal transactions of wild animals", authorities said.


Wait, people are told not to leave the city? I remember a manhwa (Korean comic) that started like this, it was really good.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Meredith315 on 01/22/20 at 4:03 pm

This has scared me. But In reality does we know what there ain’t just flu symptoms?

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/20 at 4:11 pm


This has scared me. But In reality does we know what there ain’t just flu symptoms?
It is not showing the symptoms of flu, the virus is showing signs of pneumonia.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Meredith315 on 01/22/20 at 4:13 pm


It is not showing the symptoms of flu, the virus is showing signs of pneumonia.


Oh that’s a good news

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/22/20 at 4:19 pm


It is not showing the symptoms of flu, the virus is showing signs of pneumonia.
It is not yet known how the virus was transmitted. Other coronaviruses, such as Sars and Mers, came from civet cats and camels respectively. Experts are working to find the source.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Meredith315 on 01/22/20 at 4:21 pm


It is not yet known how the virus was transmitted. Other coronaviruses, such as Sars and Mers, came from civet cats and camels respectively. Experts are working to find the source.


I don’t think it’s matters because now humans get it and will pass it to other humans and cats

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Virus-hit Chinese city Wuhan to shut public transport

Written By: shadowcookie on 01/23/20 at 1:01 pm


Welp, someone's gonna get a lawsuit after this.

In China? I doubt it. That is standard practice there. The fact that a new outbreak has once again started in China is absolutely no surprise to anyone. Clearly no lessons were learnt from SARS (although the response to this outbreak has been considerably more robust).

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Virus-hit Chinese city Wuhan to shut public transport

Written By: Sman12 on 01/23/20 at 3:37 pm


In China? I doubt it. That is standard practice there. The fact that a new outbreak has once again started in China is absolutely no surprise to anyone. Clearly no lessons were learnt from SARS (although the response to this outbreak has been considerably more robust).

Yikes. I knew that China was corrupt, but I didn't know they allowed that to happen. Kinda pisses me off.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: LyricBoy on 01/23/20 at 6:44 pm

This could be the biggest thing since the Swine Flu of ‘76.  :o

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: violet_shy on 01/23/20 at 7:07 pm

My question is: why the heck are people traveling if they know they have the flu or whatever it is? I mean, I think even a 5 year old would know they should stay home. It's common sense. If you're sick DON'T TRAVEL! I think they're doing it on purpose...sorry but I really do.

Fudge me all you want tonight my lovelies!  :-*

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: 2001 on 01/24/20 at 5:48 am


My question is: why the heck are people traveling if they know they have the flu or whatever it is? I mean, I think even a 5 year old would know they should stay home. It's common sense. If you're sick DON'T TRAVEL! I think they're doing it on purpose...sorry but I really do.

Fudge me all you want tonight my lovelies!  :-*


People from rural areas work in urban cities, and only get to meet their families during Chinese New Year. I sympathize with them, imagine not seeing your family for 2 years. Hopefully the government gives them time off later.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Howard on 01/24/20 at 7:08 am


My question is: why the heck are people traveling if they know they have the flu or whatever it is? I mean, I think even a 5 year old would know they should stay home. It's common sense. If you're sick DON'T TRAVEL! I think they're doing it on purpose...sorry but I really do.

Fudge me all you want tonight my lovelies!  :-*


If you're sick and have the flu, the best bet is to stay home and take care of yourself.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Death toll climbs to 106 as China tightens measures

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/20 at 2:56 am

The death toll from the new coronavirus now stands at 106, with the number of infections almost doubling in a day. The number of total cases confirmed by China rose to 4,515 as of 27 January, up from 2,835 a day earlier. Japan is sending a plane to Wuhan to evacuate its citizens, as efforts to repatriate foreign nationals from the city at the epicentre of the outbreak gather pace. The virus has spread across China and to at least 16 countries globally. Wuhan, as well as wider Hubei province, are already effectively in a lockdown with strict transport restrictions in and out of the area. Wearing masks in public is now mandatory in some Chinese cities. On Monday, authorities in Beijing confirmed a 50-year-old man had died - the first fatality in the Chinese capital from the virus.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Death toll climbs to 106 as China tightens measures

Written By: LyricBoy on 01/28/20 at 5:31 am


The death toll from the new coronavirus now stands at 106, with the number of infections almost doubling in a day. The number of total cases confirmed by China rose to 4,515 as of 27 January, up from 2,835 a day earlier. Japan is sending a plane to Wuhan to evacuate its citizens, as efforts to repatriate foreign nationals from the city at the epicentre of the outbreak gather pace. The virus has spread across China and to at least 16 countries globally. Wuhan, as well as wider Hubei province, are already effectively in a lockdown with strict transport restrictions in and out of the area. Wearing masks in public is now mandatory in some Chinese cities. On Monday, authorities in Beijing confirmed a 50-year-old man had died - the first fatality in the Chinese capital from the virus.


Has the disease spread to Peking yet? ???

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/20 at 5:38 am


Has the disease spread to Peking yet? ???
Not sure on Peking, but according to the World Health Organization and national authorities, there have been at least 47 confirmed cases outside China.

The latest case to be confirmed is in the German state of Bavaria, only the fourth so far in Europe.

Eight cases: Thailand
Five: USA, Australia, Singapore, Taiwan
Four: Malaysia, South Korea, Japan
Three: France
Two: Vietnam
One: Nepal, Canada, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Germany, Cambodia

So far, there have been no deaths outside China.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/20 at 5:44 am


Has the disease spread to Peking yet? ???
Imposed by Chinese authorities Beijing and Shanghai introduced a 14-day observation period for people arriving from Hubei.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Howard on 01/28/20 at 7:22 am


Imposed by Chinese authorities Beijing and Shanghai introduced a 14-day observation period for people arriving from Hubei.


People need to wash their hands and not try to touch their faces.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Rainbowz on 01/28/20 at 8:55 am


People need to wash their hands and not try to touch their faces.

And stop eating them damn bats ;D ;D ;D

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/20 at 10:36 am


People need to wash their hands and not try to touch their faces.
...wash their hands more often!

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/20 at 10:48 am


And stop eating them damn bats ;D ;D ;D
Exactly as my brother-in-law is saying!

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Hong Kong to slash border travel as virus spreads

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/20 at 12:03 pm

Hong Kong has announced plans to slash cross-border travel between the city and mainland China as the new coronavirus continues to spread.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51279726

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Howard on 01/28/20 at 2:39 pm


...wash their hands more often!


That's what I do and I always carry hand sanitizer.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/20 at 3:38 pm

The Foreign Office is warning Britons not to travel to mainland China, unless their journey is essential.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51288672

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: wagonman76 on 01/28/20 at 3:45 pm


If you're sick and have the flu, the best bet is to stay home and take care of yourself.


I agree totally. Only problem is you catch the flu and don’t know it until it hits you a couple days later.  By then you are well into your trip. I try to not go anywhere with a lot of people at least a few days before an important event. But I live in the sticks and work in a small office so I can do that. People who live in the city and take public transit etc aren’t so privileged.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Sman12 on 01/28/20 at 4:58 pm

I just knew the virus would be this bad.
100+ deaths.
4.500+ cases.
16 countries so far have been infected with it.

But the World Health Organization can go suck it. They've been inaccurate in all of this by assuaging the public of the virus, even though it's quite bad. And more so than ever. Wasn't the first time they've been wrong.

They were also wrong on the reports of Ebola (it was worse than what they reported) and the swine flu (it wasn't as contagious than what they reported). I don't trust them. They haven't even declared the virus as a global health emergency yet despite it spanning across multiple countries.

(https://www.sciencealert.com/who-tries-to-correct-wuhan-coronavirus-risk-level)

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: LyricBoy on 01/28/20 at 5:49 pm


And stop eating them damn bats ;D ;D ;D


Cat, rat, bat.... it’s all protein.  :P

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Australia plans island quarantine as foreigners leave Wuhan

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/20 at 12:16 am

Hundreds of foreign nationals have been evacuated from the Chinese city of Wuhan, the centre of the coronavirus outbreak, as more deaths and cases were confirmed. Australia plans to quarantine its 600 returning citizens for two weeks on Christmas Island - some 2,000km (1,200 miles) from the mainland. Japan, the US and the EU are also repatriating their citizens.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51290312

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: AL-B Mk. III on 01/29/20 at 12:30 am

Is the company that makes this

https://specsonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/008066095641.jpg




beginning to worry that this

https://i2.wp.com/cuttingnews.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/ayds.jpg?resize=717%2C345




is going to happen to them??? :o :o :o

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: BA suspends flights to and from mainland China

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/20 at 1:32 am

British Airways has suspended all direct flights to and from mainland China because of the coronavirus outbreak, the airline has said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51292590

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Howard on 01/29/20 at 4:46 am


I agree totally. Only problem is you catch the flu and don’t know it until it hits you a couple days later.  By then you are well into your trip. I try to not go anywhere with a lot of people at least a few days before an important event. But I live in the sticks and work in a small office so I can do that. People who live in the city and take public transit etc aren’t so privileged.



Which state do you live in?

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/20 at 4:50 am


I agree totally. Only problem is you catch the flu and don’t know it until it hits you a couple days later.  By then you are well into your trip. I try to not go anywhere with a lot of people at least a few days before an important event. But I live in the sticks and work in a small office so I can do that. People who live in the city and take public transit etc aren’t so privileged.
Pneumonia is another condition to watch out for.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/29/20 at 10:44 am

Formula 1 says it is "monitoring" the effects of the coronavirus outbreak in China in the context of the country's Grand Prix in April.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/51294416

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: wagonman76 on 01/29/20 at 11:07 am



Which state do you live in?


Michigan

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Sman12 on 01/29/20 at 2:33 pm

This report just confirms my suspicions. The virus now has more cases than the SARS outbreak.

(https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/29/world/asia/coronavirus-china.html)

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: LyricBoy on 01/29/20 at 5:02 pm


https://i2.wp.com/cuttingnews.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/ayds.jpg?resize=717%2C345


Ayds was an awesome product. The only thing that could cause you to lose weight faster was AIDS itself.  :o

Although even before AIDS was a thing, I always thought that Ayds was a weird name.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Flight taking Britons out of Wuhan 'unable to take off'

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/20 at 12:33 am

A flight to bring about 200 British nationals back to the UK from coronavirus-hit Wuhan is unable to take off as planned on Thursday. It is understood relevant permissions from Chinese officials have not yet come through. The Foreign Office said it was "working urgently" to organise a flight to the UK "as soon as possible". The virus has caused at least 170 deaths, spreading to every Chinese region and at least 16 other countries.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51304204

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Howard on 01/30/20 at 7:10 am


Pneumonia is another condition to watch out for.


And definitely a high fever.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Death toll rises as virus spreads to every Chinese region

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/20 at 9:37 am

The death toll from the coronavirus outbreak has risen to 170, and a confirmed case in Tibet means it has reached every region in mainland China. Chinese health authorities said there were 7,711 confirmed cases in the country as of 29 January. Infections have also spread to at least 15 other countries. The World Health Organization (WHO) will meet on Thursday to again consider whether the virus constitutes a global health emergency. "In the last few days the progress of the virus, especially in some countries, especially human-to-human transmission, worries us," WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Wednesday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51305526

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/20 at 9:40 am


Pneumonia is another condition to watch out for.

And definitely a high fever.
Pneumonia is far worse.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: goodbants on 01/30/20 at 9:55 am

My boyfriend is super worried about this. He bought masks and goggles which I think is going overboard lol. He thinks we might all die. He worries a lot tho

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/20 at 10:03 am


My boyfriend is super worried about this. He bought masks and goggles which I think is going overboard lol. He thinks we might all die. He worries a lot tho
When reports of confirmed cases in the UK, I will be wearing faces masks too.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/20 at 10:48 am

Researchers are racing to develop a vaccine to protect people from the virus. One lab in California has plans for a potential vaccine to enter human trials by June or July.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Sman12 on 01/30/20 at 11:34 am


My boyfriend is super worried about this. He bought masks and goggles which I think is going overboard lol. He thinks we might all die. He worries a lot tho

Yeah, I think he needs to calm down a bit.  :)

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/30/20 at 12:12 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/cpsprodpb/137FE/production/_110707897_68e9b526-7e1d-4f47-939f-6c564d8cff2e.jpg

Six thousand people on board a cruise ship in Italy were barred from disembarking after a Chinese passenger was suspected of having coronavirus; however initial tests have come back as negative.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Sman12 on 01/30/20 at 1:49 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/cpsprodpb/137FE/production/_110707897_68e9b526-7e1d-4f47-939f-6c564d8cff2e.jpg

Six thousand people on board a cruise ship in Italy were barred from disembarking after a Chinese passenger was suspected of having coronavirus; however initial tests have come back as negative.

It seems to me so far that these cases that are outside of China have people with minor to moderate symptoms that are related to the coronavirus.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Howard on 01/30/20 at 1:53 pm


My boyfriend is super worried about this. He bought masks and goggles which I think is going overboard lol. He thinks we might all die. He worries a lot tho


Try to keep him calm.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Sman12 on 01/30/20 at 2:51 pm

Finally, the WHO declared the virus as a global health emergency. Took them long enough. (https://www.cnbc.com/2020/01/30/who-declares-china-coronavirus-a-global-health-emergency.html)

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Sman12 on 01/30/20 at 5:02 pm

Good news, everyone on the cruise ship in Italy is healthy!

(https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-china-51314138)

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Sman12 on 01/30/20 at 6:23 pm

China's situation is getting worse: Nearly 10,000 cases reported with 213 deaths. :\'(

Latest updates: https://bnonews.com/index.php/2020/01/the-latest-coronavirus-cases/

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: AL-B Mk. III on 01/30/20 at 7:06 pm


Ayds was an awesome product. The only thing that could cause you to lose weight faster was AIDS itself.  :o

Although even before AIDS was a thing, I always thought that Ayds was a weird name.


I remember seeing the commercials for Ayds when my mom was watching her soap operas.

Did that stuff actually work?

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Howard on 01/31/20 at 7:13 am

Well I guess no one should be making any plans to visit China anytime soon.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Sman12 on 01/31/20 at 8:27 am


Well I guess no one should be making any plans to visit China anytime soon.

There are already crew worker rebellions since they don't want to go to China as well.
(https://finance.yahoo.com/news/american-airlines-pilots-sue-block-221329153.html)

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/20 at 4:19 am

Since I have been online, there has been two confirmed cases of the virus in the UK, British citizens have return by plane from China and are now in quarantine, and the first death has occurred with a death of a China-man in The Philippines.

Subject: Coronavirus: British Chinese people reveal prejudice amid outbreak

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/20 at 4:51 am

It's Sunday lunchtime in London's Chinatown, the streets are strewn with paper lanterns in traditionally lucky red, but the restaurants - normally clattering with diners - are unusually quiet.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51348593

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/20 at 6:03 am


People need to wash their hands and not try to touch their faces.
Wipe their mobile phones too!

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Sman12 on 02/04/20 at 6:54 am

There's now the first death in Hong Kong, and Macau, the world's largest casino hub, has been shutting down all casinos due to the spread.

(https://www.reuters.com/article/us-china-health-idUSKBN1ZY05A)

Scientists advise that the virus could soon be declared a pandemic: (https://www.sciencealert.com/scientists-think-the-wuhan-coronavirus-might-soon-be-declared-a-pandemic)

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Howard on 02/04/20 at 7:16 am


Wipe their mobile phones too!


And don't take your mobile phone into the bathroom.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/04/20 at 7:39 am


And don't take your mobile phone into the bathroom.
Do not sneeze or cough over them.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Howard on 02/04/20 at 9:43 am


Do not sneeze or cough over them.


and always wipe down the phone with a small amount of sanitizer.

Subject: Coronavirus: Ten passengers on cruise ship test positive for virus

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/20 at 2:29 am

At least 10 people on board a cruise ship docked in the Japanese port of Yokohama have tested positive for coronavirus, health authorities said. Almost 300 of the 3,700 people on the Diamond Princess have been tested so far. The number of infected could rise as testing continues. The checks began after an 80-year-old Hong Kong man who had been on the ship last month fell ill with the virus. All 10 cases are in those over the age of 50, Japanese broadcaster NHK said. Four are in their 50s, four are in their 60s, one is in their 70s, and another one is in their 80s. Two of them are said to be Japanese, and none are in "serious condition", NHK said. Japanese Health Minister Katsunobu Kato said the confirmed cases were among 31 results from 273 people tested so far. "We had them get off the vessel and... we are sending them to medical organisations," he said at a news conference on Wednesday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-51381594

Subject: Coronavirus: Tokyo 2020 Olympic organisers 'seriously concerned' spread

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/05/20 at 6:53 am

Olympic organisers are "seriously concerned" about the spread of coronavirus and the impact it could have on the Tokyo Games this summer. Several qualification events have already been impacted due to the virus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/olympics/51383584

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Tokyo 2020 Olympic organisers 'seriously concerned' spread

Written By: Sman12 on 02/05/20 at 12:43 pm


Olympic organisers are "seriously concerned" about the spread of coronavirus and the impact it could have on the Tokyo Games this summer. Several qualification events have already been impacted due to the virus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/olympics/51383584

I really hope the virus doesn't spread as much when the Olympics occur.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/20 at 7:49 am


I really hope the virus doesn't spread as much when the Olympics occur.
I fear the same, at on stage we were thinking of going to the Tokyo Olympics and staying with family, things changed in the course of life, and now the virus wouod had made the final decision on going or not.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Tokyo 2020 Olympic organisers 'seriously concerned' spread

Written By: Howard on 02/09/20 at 7:50 am


I really hope the virus doesn't spread as much when the Olympics occur.



From what I heard over 800 people were infected on a cruise ship.  :o

Subject: Coronavirus: Fourth patient in UK diagnosed

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/20 at 8:04 am

A fourth person has tested positive for coronavirus in the UK, England's chief medical officer has said. The new case is a known contact of a previous British patient, and caught the virus in France. It comes after around 200 British and foreign nationals evacuated from Wuhan on the UK's final rescue flight arrived at RAF Brize Norton on Sunday. There have been more than 37,000 cases of the virus globally, mostly in China, where it originated. The death toll for coronavirus has now overtaken that of the Sars epidemic in 2003, according to health officials in China, reaching 813. In 2003, 774 people were killed by Sars.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51430654

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/20 at 8:48 am



From what I heard over 800 people were infected on a cruise ship.  :o
As yet, no exact number has been released...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51433079

Thousands of people stuck on a cruise ship in Hong Kong for five days have been allowed to disembark after tests for coronavirus came back negative. Some 3,600 passengers and crew on the World Dream ship were quarantined amid fears some staff could have contracted the virus on a previous voyage. Another cruise ship where dozens of cases have been confirmed remains in quarantine off Japan.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Tokyo 2020 Olympic organisers 'seriously concerned' spread

Written By: 2001 on 02/09/20 at 11:38 am



From what I heard over 800 people were infected on a cruise ship.  :o


I didn't hear the number 800 but it must be horrifying and frustrating to be on that ship.

I also heard the doctor that raised the alarm on Coronavirus passed away from the disease.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Tokyo 2020 Olympic organisers 'seriously concerned' spread

Written By: Howard on 02/09/20 at 1:50 pm


I didn't hear the number 800 but it must be horrifying and frustrating to be on that ship.

I also heard the doctor that raised the alarm on Coronavirus passed away from the disease.  :-\\


Well, I guess no one will be taking a cruise ship trip to China anytime soon.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Tokyo 2020 Olympic organisers 'seriously concerned' spread

Written By: LyricBoy on 02/09/20 at 2:00 pm


Well, I guess no one will be taking a cruise ship trip to China anytime soon.


Well if they take the slow boat, the epidemic may be over by the time they get there.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/20 at 2:11 pm


Well, I guess no one will be taking a cruise ship trip to China anytime soon.
Just keep away from crowds.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Howard on 02/09/20 at 2:30 pm


Just keep away from crowds.



You don't want them to infect you.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/20 at 2:31 pm



You don't want them to infect you.
All those coughing and sneezing on a train...

Subject: Coronavirus: WHO chief warns against 'trolls and conspiracy theories'

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/20 at 3:42 pm

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned that "trolls and conspiracy theories" are undermining their response to the new coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-51429400

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Howard on 02/10/20 at 7:40 am


All those coughing and sneezing on a train...



wear surgical masks.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: nally on 02/10/20 at 6:18 pm

I just feel bad for all who are traveling that have to endure this nasty ol virus. :-[ :(

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Sman12 on 02/10/20 at 8:54 pm

Coronavirus death toll reaches 1,000:
https://www.cnn.com/asia/live-news/coronavirus-outbreak-02-11-20-intl-hnk/index.html

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/20 at 1:31 am


Coronavirus death toll reaches 1,000:
https://www.cnn.com/asia/live-news/coronavirus-outbreak-02-11-20-intl-hnk/index.html


:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Coronavirus: Brighton GP practice closes after staff member tests positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/20 at 1:33 am

A GP practice in Brighton has been temporarily closed after a staff member tested positive for coronavirus. Patients at the city's County Oak medical centre have been advised to contact the NHS 111 phone service if they have concerns. Two of the eight people diagnosed in the UK are understood to be GPs. The Department of Health has called the virus a "serious and imminent threat" to public health, but the overall risk to the population is "moderate". However, the risk to individuals is low, the department said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51447761

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/20 at 5:00 am

A man linked to several coronavirus cases in the UK has said he has recovered from the illness. Steve Walsh, who remains in an isolation unit in hospital, says his thoughts are with others who have contracted the virus. He said his family have been asked to isolate themselves "as a precaution". Mr Walsh, from Hove in east Sussex, caught the virus in Singapore and is thought to have infected 11 others at a French ski resort. Five of the cases linked to Mr Walsh are in England, five are in France and one is in Mallorca, Spain. It takes the total number of people infected in the UK to eight.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51459210

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Howard on 02/11/20 at 7:05 am


Coronavirus death toll reaches 1,000:
https://www.cnn.com/asia/live-news/coronavirus-outbreak-02-11-20-intl-hnk/index.html


This is probably worse than any other virus I heard about in the news.  :(

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: China launches coronavirus 'close contact detector' app

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/20 at 9:10 am

China has launched an app that allows people to check whether they have been at risk of catching the coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51439401

Subject: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/20 at 10:50 am

The World Health Organization says the official name for the disease caused by the new coronavirus will be Covid-2019. "We now have a name for the disease and it's Covid-19," WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told reporters in Geneva. It comes after the death toll from the virus passed 1,000. Tens of thousands of people have been infected. The word coronavirus refers to the group of viruses it belongs to, rather than the latest strain.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51466362

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/11/20 at 2:45 pm

I have an aching feeling that this virus might mutate for the worst and become a fully fledged pandemic.  :(

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: China launches coronavirus 'close contact detector' app

Written By: Howard on 02/11/20 at 2:45 pm


China has launched an app that allows people to check whether they have been at risk of catching the coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51439401


Can everyone use this app?  ???

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/20 at 2:50 pm


Can everyone use this app?  ???
Currently in China it seems...

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/20 at 2:52 pm



wear surgical masks.
Face masks are selling out in various stores around the world.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: shadowcookie on 02/11/20 at 2:52 pm

There was a Coronavirus scare in my city yesterday, an ambulance turned up outside someone’s flat, people in hazmat suits came out. The guy in question had just returned from China. Given the all clear.

We have a lot of Chinese people here so I wouldn’t be surprised if we get a confirmed case eventually. I’m not concerned though.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/20 at 2:54 pm


There was a Coronavirus scare in my city yesterday, an ambulance turned up outside someone’s flat, people in hazmat suits came out. The guy in question had just returned from China. Given the all clear.

We have a lot of Chinese people here so I wouldn’t be surprised if we get a confirmed case eventually.
Chinatown in London has been deserted over the past few weeks.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: shadowcookie on 02/11/20 at 2:55 pm


Chinatown in London has been deserted over the past few weeks.

That’s a shame. I know a few Chinese people who are concerned they’ll be singled out or discriminated against because of this.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 02/11/20 at 3:11 pm


Face masks are selling out in various stores around the world.


I probably might have to look for some.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/20 at 3:58 pm


I probably might have to look for some.
Stock up now, you can purchase industrial masks from hardware stores.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 02/11/20 at 11:09 pm


That’s a shame. I know a few Chinese people who are concerned they’ll be singled out or discriminated against because of this.


It is already happening in my city. It's about 35% Chinese. People are spreading fake rumours about Coronavirus being detected in local Asian (Chinese) supermarkets and malls. There was a petition signed by thousands of parents to ban anyone who just came back from China from attending school for a few weeks (which I would imagine would be a significant percentage of the student body). I went to Costco today and it was deserted, usually it takes 10-15 minutes to find parking.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19: How worried should we be?

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/20 at 1:28 am

A virus - previously unknown to science - is causing severe lung disease in China and has also been detected in other countries. People are known to have died and the outbreak shows no sign of stopping soon. A new virus arriving on the scene, leaving patients with pneumonia, is always a worry and health officials around the World Health Organization has declared a global emergency. Can this outbreak be contained or is this something far more dangerous?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-51048366

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 02/12/20 at 4:51 am


Stock up now, you can purchase industrial masks from hardware stores.


Or most likely at a pharmacy.

Subject: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, Brighton reacts to the spread of the ill

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/20 at 5:39 am

Five of the eight confirmed coronavirus cases in the UK have been linked to Brighton. But while authorities have told people to carry on their daily routines, on the streets uncertainty is building.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-sussex-51468813

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/20 at 7:26 am

The Chinese Grand Prix has been postponed as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. The FIA, Formula 1's governing body, has accepted a request from Chinese organisers to postpone the Shanghai race, due to take place on 19 April. In a statement, it added all parties would take the "appropriate amount of time" to discuss potential new dates. The decision has been made to "ensure the health and safety" of drivers, staff and fans. The Chinese Grand Prix has long been an important part of the F1 calendar with many passionate fans," the statement continued. "The FIA F1 community looks forward to racing in China as soon as possible and wishes everyone in the country the best during this difficult time."

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: wagonman76 on 02/12/20 at 10:21 am

Whew I saw that on our local news and thought it was Brighton Michigan.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, Ninth coronavirus case found in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/12/20 at 1:34 pm

A woman who flew into London from China a few days ago is being treated for coronavirus, bringing the total number of UK cases to nine. Chief medical officer Chris Whitty said the woman had been transferred to a specialist NHS centre at Guy's and St Thomas' in central London. Sources say she developed symptoms after landing at Heathrow, called NHS 111 and then tested positive. It comes after a senior official warned more UK cases were "highly likely". Prof Paul Cosford, from Public Health England, told the BBC his teams were doing their best to contain the spread. Meanwhile, all 83 people being held in quarantine at Arrowe Park Hospital in the Wirral have been told their final set of test results for the coronavirus have come back as negative, confirming they are all free of the virus. It is expected they will be free to leave the accommodation on Thursday morning having spent two weeks there in quarantine.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51481469

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/12/20 at 4:45 pm

I hope the virus is gone or suppressed by the time the Tokyo Olympics start this summer.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/20 at 1:04 am


I hope the virus is gone or suppressed by the time the Tokyo Olympics start this summer.
I hope so too, but doing the usual not spreading your cough and sneezes, and continually washing your hands.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Sharp increase in deaths and cases in Hubei

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/20 at 2:04 am

Some 242 deaths from the new coronavirus were recorded in the Chinese province of Hubei on Wednesday - the deadliest day of the outbreak. There was also a huge increase in the number of cases, with 14,840 people diagnosed with the virus. Hubei has started using a broader definition to diagnose people - which accounts for most of the rise in cases. China sacked two top officials in Hubei province hours after the new figures were revealed. Until Wednesday's increases, the number of people diagnosed in Hubei - where the outbreak emerged - was stabilising.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51482994

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/20 at 5:37 am

My worse fears are starting to happen...

London Underground could be a hotbed for coronavirus, doctors say

https://news.sky.com/story/coronavirus-doctors-fear-tube-could-spread-covid-19-as-london-gets-first-case-11932794

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Sharp increase in deaths and cases in Hubei

Written By: Sman12 on 02/13/20 at 5:43 am


Some 242 deaths from the new coronavirus were recorded in the Chinese province of Hubei on Wednesday - the deadliest day of the outbreak. There was also a huge increase in the number of cases, with 14,840 people diagnosed with the virus. Hubei has started using a broader definition to diagnose people - which accounts for most of the rise in cases. China sacked two top officials in Hubei province hours after the new figures were revealed. Until Wednesday's increases, the number of people diagnosed in Hubei - where the outbreak emerged - was stabilising.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51482994

And I was all optimistic that the number of cases would've kept decreasing, but it's sadly not so...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 02/13/20 at 6:09 am

make sure y’all wash your hands cause i ain’t finna catch this virus  8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/20 at 6:55 am


make sure y’all wash your hands cause i ain’t finna catch this virus  8-P
It's with the other people too!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/13/20 at 7:04 am


make sure y’all wash your hands cause i ain’t finna catch this virus  8-P

Don't touch your face while you're at it.  ;)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/20 at 7:08 am


Don't touch your face while you're at it.  ;)
While we are on the subject...

A scientist has warned people should avoid hugging and kissing on Valentine's Day in order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-7996493/Avoid-hugging-kissing-Valentines-Day-prevent-spread-coronavirus-scientists-say.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/13/20 at 7:13 am


While we are on the subject...

A scientist has warned people should avoid hugging and kissing on Valentine's Day in order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-7996493/Avoid-hugging-kissing-Valentines-Day-prevent-spread-coronavirus-scientists-say.html

LOL, what?? ;D  I guess we should avoid all physical human contact as well.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19, still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 02/13/20 at 8:21 am


I hope so too, but doing the usual not spreading your cough and sneezes, and continually washing your hands.


And I hope they're carrying hand sanitizer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 02/13/20 at 8:22 am


make sure y’all wash your hands cause i ain’t finna catch this virus  8-P


I do that all the time and I always carry hand sanitizer too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 02/13/20 at 8:23 am


While we are on the subject...

A scientist has warned people should avoid hugging and kissing on Valentine's Day in order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-7996493/Avoid-hugging-kissing-Valentines-Day-prevent-spread-coronavirus-scientists-say.html


So how do you show your affection?  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/20 at 8:25 am


So how do you show your affection?  ::)
Still have dinner together?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More may need to self-isolate to stop spread

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/20 at 8:27 am

Many more people may be forced to self-isolate as part of efforts to stop the coronavirus spreading in Britain, the head of NHS England has warned. Sir Simon Stevens said more than 80 people discharged from quarantine on Thursday set an "important example". Meanwhile, officials are tracing the contacts of the ninth person in the UK to test positive for the virus. It is understood the woman went to hospital in an Uber, but the driver has been told he is not at risk. The new case - announced on Wednesday evening - is the first to be identified in London after she contracted the virus in China. She "self-presented" at the A&E department of University Hospital Lewisham on Sunday 9 February, hospital chief executive Ben Travi said. It is understood that she arrived in an Uber, but the driver was traced and told there is no risk because the journey took less than 15 minutes.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51486131

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/20 at 9:17 am


My worse fears are starting to happen...

London Underground could be a hotbed for coronavirus, doctors say

https://news.sky.com/story/coronavirus-doctors-fear-tube-could-spread-covid-19-as-london-gets-first-case-11932794
Looks like I have to travel when the trains are less busier.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: wagonman76 on 02/13/20 at 11:05 am


So how do you show your affection?  ::)


Just on Valentines day apparently.  So wait till midnight and you're safe.  No worries here, I'll be home alone.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/13/20 at 11:08 am


Just on Valentines day apparently.  So wait till midnight and you're safe.  No worries here, I'll be home alone.
http://www.inthe00s.com/Smileys/valentine/smiley.gif

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 02/13/20 at 2:18 pm


Looks like I have to travel when the trains are less busier.


That would be a good idea.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 02/13/20 at 2:22 pm


Just on Valentines day apparently.  So wait till midnight and you're safe.  No worries here, I'll be home alone.



I'll be working on Valentine's Day, I really don't want to be there tomorrow but unfortunately I have to be there.  :(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): British couple on cruise ship 'test positive'

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/20 at 2:00 pm

A British couple who have been on a quarantined cruise ship in Japan have tested positive for coronavirus, their son has told the BBC. Sally and David Abel, from Northamptonshire, are among 74 British nationals on the Diamond Princess, which was quarantined on 3 February. The Foreign Office said it was "working to organise a flight back to the UK" for British nationals. An evacuation is expected to take place within the next two to three days. On Tuesday, Japanese officials said there were 88 new cases of infection on board the ship, bringing the total to 542 confirmed cases. It is the largest cluster of cases outside China. A spokesman for the Foreign Office said it had "the utmost concern" for the British people on the ship and was "ensuring those who have been diagnosed with coronavirus receive the best possible care in Japan".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51541352

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): British couple on cruise ship 'test positive'

Written By: 2001 on 02/18/20 at 2:10 pm


A British couple who have been on a quarantined cruise ship in Japan have tested positive for coronavirus, their son has told the BBC. Sally and David Abel, from Northamptonshire, are among 74 British nationals on the Diamond Princess, which was quarantined on 3 February. The Foreign Office said it was "working to organise a flight back to the UK" for British nationals. An evacuation is expected to take place within the next two to three days. On Tuesday, Japanese officials said there were 88 new cases of infection on board the ship, bringing the total to 542 confirmed cases. It is the largest cluster of cases outside China. A spokesman for the Foreign Office said it had "the utmost concern" for the British people on the ship and was "ensuring those who have been diagnosed with coronavirus receive the best possible care in Japan".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51541352


Can't wait to watch the future movie about this ship :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/18/20 at 2:16 pm


Can't wait to watch the future movie about this ship :o
With respect to the fatalities in this pandemic, no doubt, there will be a movie made in the future.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/18/20 at 5:53 pm


With respect to the fatalities in this pandemic, no doubt, there will be a movie made in the future.

I wonder what the plot will be like...  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/19/20 at 6:24 am

79 more people on the Diamond Princess ship have been infected with the virus, bringing the total now to 621: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/02/19/coronavirus-live-updates-china-hubei-deaths.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 02/19/20 at 1:56 pm

There is a conspiracy theory on the Virus as well! In the book 'Eye of darkness' by Dean Koontz, written in 1981, there was a script that mentions the Corona Virus starting in Wuhan, year 2020. Scary  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/19/20 at 5:52 pm


There is a conspiracy theory on the Virus as well! In the book 'Eye of darkness' by Dean Koontz, written in 1981, there was a script that mentions the Corona Virus starting in Wuhan, year 2020. Scary  :o


While it's a weird, yet intriguing coincidence, Koontz was mostly referring to a biological weapon called "Wuhan-400", not a virus outbreak.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/20 at 3:45 am


There is a conspiracy theory on the Virus as well! In the book 'Eye of darkness' by Dean Koontz, written in 1981, there was a script that mentions the Corona Virus starting in Wuhan, year 2020. Scary  :o

While it's a weird, yet intriguing coincidence, Koontz was mostly referring to a biological weapon called "Wuhan-400", not a virus outbreak.
Around 30 years ago I read this book, now I on this info I wish to read it again...

...no longer on the shelf in my library.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 02/24/20 at 5:40 am

It looks like this disease really blew up in Italy, South Korea and Iran the last couple of days. I hope this disease isn't going international  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LyricBoy on 02/24/20 at 6:25 am


It looks like this disease really blew up in Italy, South Korea and Iran the last couple of days. I hope this disease isn't going international  :-X


Too late for that. The ship has already sailed.

This could be a worldwide Epidemic like the Spanish Flu Pandemic of 1918, which claimed my Aunt.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spanish_flu

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/24/20 at 7:02 am


Too late for that. The ship has already sailed.

This could be a worldwide Epidemic like the Spanish Flu Pandemic of 1918, which claimed my Aunt.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spanish_flu

Stock markets are already diving, with Dow future dropping over 750+ points: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/us-stock-futures-sink-on-growing-concern-of-outbreaks-economic-impact-2020-02-23

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/20 at 7:04 am


Stock markets are already diving, with Dow future dropping over 750+ points: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/us-stock-futures-sink-on-growing-concern-of-outbreaks-economic-impact-2020-02-23
Even businesses are suffering, especially long haul flight airlines to China and the Far East.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/20 at 9:59 am


It looks like this disease really blew up in Italy, South Korea and Iran the last couple of days. I hope this disease isn't going international  :-X
The latest from the BBC Mews

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-51611422

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 02/24/20 at 10:23 am


Too late for that. The ship has already sailed.

This could be a worldwide Epidemic like the Spanish Flu Pandemic of 1918, which claimed my Aunt.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spanish_flu


It killed more people than WW1.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/24/20 at 11:40 am


Even businesses are suffering, especially long haul flight airlines to China and the Far East.

This might cause a recession if global stocks continue to plunge.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Drone captures massive queue for masks in South Korea

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/20 at 11:41 am

https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2020/02/24/11/25118726-8037595-image-m-14_1582543336713.jpg

A drone has captured footage of hundreds of South Koreans queuing for masks in Daegu, one of the epicentres of the coronavirus outbreak in the country. The Emart supermarket in the Chilseong district of the city is offering discounted masks for Daegu residents. South Korea has the largest number of Covid-19 cases outside of China, with more than 760 people infected. A large number of them are in or near Daegu, which is South Korea's fourth largest city. So far the country's biggest virus clusters have been linked to a hospital and a religious group near the city.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/world-asia-51609712/coronavirus-drone-captures-massive-queue-for-masks-in-south-korea

I hope the video works in foreign lands.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Drone captures massive queue for masks in South Korea

Written By: 2001 on 02/24/20 at 11:58 am


https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2020/02/24/11/25118726-8037595-image-m-14_1582543336713.jpg

A drone has captured footage of hundreds of South Koreans queuing for masks in Daegu, one of the epicentres of the coronavirus outbreak in the country. The Emart supermarket in the Chilseong district of the city is offering discounted masks for Daegu residents. South Korea has the largest number of Covid-19 cases outside of China, with more than 760 people infected. A large number of them are in or near Daegu, which is South Korea's fourth largest city. So far the country's biggest virus clusters have been linked to a hospital and a religious group near the city.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/world-asia-51609712/coronavirus-drone-captures-massive-queue-for-masks-in-south-korea

I hope the video works in foreign lands.


I wonder what's going through the minds of those church-goers. Do they think God is punishing them or is it a "this is a test!" kind of situation?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/20 at 12:04 pm


I wonder what's going through the minds of those church-goers. Do they think God is punishing them or is it a "this is a test!" kind of situation?
Yes, one does wonder...?

Can face mask be home made? A handkerchief around the face, pulled tightly?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: wagonman76 on 02/24/20 at 12:43 pm


Yes, one does wonder...?

Can face mask be home made? A handkerchief around the face, pulled tightly?


You can probably order the cloth in bulk from an industrial supply company. If you want to make a bunch. Other than that I’d think a hepa filter vacuum bag would suffice as something you could make some from.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 02/24/20 at 2:04 pm


It looks like this disease really blew up in Italy, South Korea and Iran the last couple of days. I hope this disease isn't going international  :-X



What if reaches New York?  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 02/24/20 at 2:06 pm


Yes, one does wonder...?

Can face mask be home made? A handkerchief around the face, pulled tightly?


I think there's a way they can be home made.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tenerife hotel with hundreds of guests locked down

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/20 at 4:52 am

A hotel in Tenerife in Spain's Canary Islands has been locked down after a visiting Italian doctor tested positive for coronavirus. Hundreds of guests at the H10 Costa Adeje Palace Hotel were initially told to stay in their rooms as medical tests were carried out, Spanish media report. The doctor is reportedly from the Lombardy region, where Italian authorities are battling an outbreak. Global cases of the virus have passed 80,000, the vast majority in China.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51627597

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/20 at 5:18 am

In the UK, health authorities are asking people to self-isolate if feeling the symptoms of this condition.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 02/25/20 at 7:39 am

So Canada got some new cases via Iran. I would not be surprised if there are more cases/deaths there than the government is letting on.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/25/20 at 8:38 am

Apparently, in ALL of China, there are only 9 cases being reported outside of Hubei recently: http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-02/25/c_138815982.htm


I smell a cover-up from Xi "Pooh" Jinping and the CPC.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/20 at 9:06 am


Apparently, in ALL of China, there are only 9 cases being reported outside of Hubei recently: http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2020-02/25/c_138815982.htm


I smell a cover-up from Xi "Pooh" Jinping and the CPC.

Conspiracy theorists are on stand by?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/25/20 at 10:05 am


Conspiracy theorists are on stand by?

I mean, considering China's multiple instances of corruption (i.e., currency manipulation), and the fact there were hundreds of cases reported a few weeks ago, I am totally concerned about their accuracy (or a lack thereof).

https://zh-prod-1cc738ca-7d3b-4a72-b792-20bd8d8fa069.storage.googleapis.com/s3fs-public/inline-images/deaths_0.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: shadowcookie on 02/25/20 at 10:06 am

The death rate outside of China might be a better indicator but in general I’m not really suspicious of the numbers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/20 at 10:19 am


The death rate outside of China might be a better indicator but in general I’m not really suspicious of the numbers.
I will wait for better reports to be released.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Iran's deputy health minister tested positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/20 at 11:25 am

Iran's deputy health minister tests positive as outbreak worsens

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-middle-east-51628484

Iran's deputy health minister and an MP have both tested positive for the new coronavirus disease, as it struggles to contain an outbreak that has killed 15. The senior health official, Iraj Harirchi, said in a video that he was self-isolating and starting medication. He was seen mopping his brow repeatedly at a news conference on Monday, when he denied the authorities were lying about the scale of the Covid-19 outbreak. They have reported 95 cases, but the actual number is thought to be higher. The director general of the World Health Organization (WHO) has said the sudden increase in cases in the country is "deeply concerning".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mission Impossible filming halted over health fears

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/20 at 1:13 pm

Filming on the latest Mission: Impossible movie in Italy has been paused due to concerns about the outbreak of coronavirus in the country. Shooting on the seventh film in the series was due to take place in Venice over the coming weeks. But Paramount has halted production after Italy recorded the worst outbreak of coronavirus in Europe. There have been more than 200 cases in the country so far, including seven deaths.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51627622

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/25/20 at 1:29 pm

Dow plunges 700+ points after market suffers its worst day of trading in two years: (https://www.marketwatch.com/story/a-pause-after-the-plunge-us-stock-futures-rise-suggesting-tuesday-gains-2020-02-24?mod=home-page)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/20 at 6:05 am


Dow plunges 700+ points after market suffers its worst day of trading in two years: (https://www.marketwatch.com/story/a-pause-after-the-plunge-us-stock-futures-rise-suggesting-tuesday-gains-2020-02-24?mod=home-page)
Thank you, for yesterday I was seeking a good link on the plunge in the markets.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Outbreak spreads in Europe from Italy

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/20 at 6:06 am

Several European countries have announced their first coronavirus cases, all apparently linked to the growing outbreak in Italy. Austria, Croatia and Switzerland said the cases involved people who had been to Italy, as did Algeria in Africa. The first positive virus test has been recorded in Latin America - a Brazilian resident just returned from Italy. Italy has in recent days become Europe's worst-affected country, with more than 300 cases and 11 deaths. But its neighbours have decided closing borders would be "disproportionate".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51638095

Subject: Covid-19: Hundreds of flu patients to be tested by UK hospitals and GPs

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/20 at 6:48 am

Tests for coronavirus are being increased to include people displaying flu-like symptoms at 11 hospitals and 100 GP surgeries across the UK. The tests will provide an "early warning" if the virus is spreading, Public Health England medical director Prof Paul Cosford said. It comes as more schools closed or sent staff and pupils home following trips to Italy, which has over 300 cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51641243

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/20 at 8:47 am

In sport, the Ireland v Italy men's and women's Six Nations Rugby Union games scheduled for Dublin on 7 and 8 March have been postponed because of the coronavirus.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London firms sending staff home amid coronavirus fears

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/26/20 at 1:41 pm

Three firms in London have now asked staff to work from home as a precaution against coronavirus. Oil giant Chevron has asked 300 staff not to come into its office in Canary Wharf "for the time being". Crossrail, which shares the same building as Chevron, and media firm OMD, based in central London, have also asked staff to stay away. The real estate company that manages Canary Wharf suggested the firms had reacted with "an abundance of caution". It "strongly encouraged" its tenants to adhere to advice from Public Health England, which says there is no need to send staff home, as most possible cases turn out to be negative. PHE says even if there is a confirmed case of coronavirus they do not recommend closing the workplace.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/20 at 1:04 am

This current strain of Coronavirus has now hit every continent expect Antarctica. With the number of coronavirus cases in Italy has jumped to 400, amid international efforts to contain the spread of the deadly outbreak. The rise in Italy, the main focus of infection in Europe, represents a 25% surge in 24 hours. Also on Wednesday, the World Health Organization said that for the first time the virus was spreading faster outside China, where it originated. Globally, more than 80,000 people in about 40 countries have been infected with the new coronavirus, which emerged in December. The vast majority remain in China.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/20 at 5:13 am

Even stuck indoors today< i am still finding myself washing my hands all the time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 02/27/20 at 7:19 am


Even stuck indoors today< i am still finding myself washing my hands all the time.


This virus has gotten people really afraid to do anything!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/20 at 7:25 am


This virus has gotten people really afraid to do anything!  :o
Constant reports and chats on talk radio.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/27/20 at 7:46 am

Latest: Coronavirus patient at UC Davis Medical Center since Feb. 19 wasn’t tested for days: (https://www.sacbee.com/news/local/article240682311.html)


It's also the first U.S. case of the coronavirus where the patient didn't travel recently or had close contact with an infected individual.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 02/27/20 at 7:52 am


Constant reports and chats on talk radio.


and television news!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Two new cases confirmed in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/20 at 8:50 am

Two more patients have tested positive for coronavirus in England, bringing the total number of UK cases to 15. They have been transferred to specialist NHS infection centres in Liverpool and London, the Department of Health said. The virus was passed on while they were in Italy and Tenerife, said England's chief medical officer Prof Chris Whitty. Ministers have said they expect more cases to emerge. The new patients are being treated at specialist centres at the Royal Free Hospital, London, and the Royal Liverpool Hospital.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51656609

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How Italian football is coping with the coronavirus?

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/20 at 9:24 am

How Italian football is coping with the coronavirus?

http://www.inthe00s.com/index.php?topic=58896.msg3888706#msg3888706

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Two new cases confirmed in UK

Written By: Sman12 on 02/27/20 at 10:39 am


Two more patients have tested positive for coronavirus in England, bringing the total number of UK cases to 15. They have been transferred to specialist NHS infection centres in Liverpool and London, the Department of Health said. The virus was passed on while they were in Italy and Tenerife, said England's chief medical officer Prof Chris Whitty. Ministers have said they expect more cases to emerge. The new patients are being treated at specialist centres at the Royal Free Hospital, London, and the Royal Liverpool Hospital.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51656609

I think Italy is becoming a new hotbed (South Korea as well) for the virus; cases just spiked to 400: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-51645902

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/20 at 10:41 am


I think Italy is becoming a new hotbed (South Korea) for the virus; cases just spiked to 400: https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-51645902

Filming on the latest Mission: Impossible movie in Italy has been paused due to concerns about the outbreak of coronavirus in the country. Shooting on the seventh film in the series was due to take place in Venice over the coming weeks. But Paramount has halted production after Italy recorded the worst outbreak of coronavirus in Europe. There have been more than 200 cases in the country so far, including seven deaths.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51627622

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK plans for worst-case scenario

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/27/20 at 10:42 am

The BBC's Newsnight programme understands that the Cabinet Office has been in contact with local authorities about their preparedness, specifically with regard to their “Excess Death Contingency Planning”. This includes, among other things, where local authorities might locate new, and perhaps mass, burial sites, should they be needed. The government stresses that these are worst-case contingency plans and a Whitheall source confirms that they have been done before, albeit rarely, for example at the time of the 2009 Sars outbreak. A Cabinet Office spokesman said: “We have been clear from the outset that we expect coronavirus to have some impact on the UK, which is why we are planning for every eventuality – including the reasonable worst case scenario. Crucially this does not mean we expect it to happen."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 02/29/20 at 9:40 am

LMFAO people are really out here actually believing Trump called the coronavirus a "hoax". That's literally not what he said.

He said that the Democrats are using coronavirus AS A HOAX to make HIM look bad. He's not denying the coronavirus. He's saying that it keeps being politicalized. When he said "It's their new hoax", he's talking about how the Democrats are trying to use the coronavirus to blame it all on him, NOT the coronavirus itself.

Just more proof that people love jumping to conclusions.  ::)

Yes, he should've worded it better, but some of these people need to stop automatically assuming things just because they dislike Trump.

Edit: I'm not saying I agree or disagree, but I feel like what he said is being taken out of context.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 02/29/20 at 11:52 am


LMFAO people are really out here actually believing Trump called the coronavirus a "hoax". That's literally not what he said.

He said that the Democrats are using coronavirus AS A HOAX to make HIM look bad. He's not denying the coronavirus. He's saying that it keeps being politicalized. When he said "It's their new hoax", he's talking about how the Democrats are trying to use the coronavirus to blame it all on him, NOT the coronavirus itself.

Just more proof that people love jumping to conclusions.  ::)

Yes, he should've worded it better, but some of these people need to stop automatically assuming things just because they dislike Trump.

Edit: I'm not saying I agree or disagree, but I feel like what he said is being taken out of context.


Exactly. And him calling out the media on the virus actually has some validity. The New York Times even had an article calling the virus the "Trumpvirus" and blamed it ALL on Trump: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/26/opinion/coronavirus-trump.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 02/29/20 at 5:43 pm


Exactly. And him calling out the media on the virus actually has some validity. The New York Times even had an article calling the virus the "Trumpvirus" and blamed it ALL on Trump: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/26/opinion/coronavirus-trump.html


That was written after Trump called coronavirus a hoax.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: nally on 02/29/20 at 5:48 pm


That was written after Trump called coronavirus a hoax.

He obviously doesn't care about the seriousness of it and the impact that it's had.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 02/29/20 at 6:05 pm


He obviously doesn't care about the seriousness of it and the impact that it's had.


There are so many Americans without health insurance that they're going to forgo visiting a doctor and start spreading the disease everywhere. Instead of doing something about it, this scientifically illiterate buffoon politicized this pandemic and now Republicans are saying this disease isn't serious and is just like a normal flu, despite its death rate being 200x higher compared to seasonal flu. It scares me that I have to share a border with these people.  :-\\

Canada had a new case yesterday, this time via Egypt. No transmission of unknown origins yet, but it's only a matter of time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 02/29/20 at 8:28 pm


That was written after Trump called coronavirus a hoax.

You don’t have any evidence that he called the coronavirus a “hoax”. If you read most articles you’d understand that he’s not calling the virus itself a hoax. Anyone with basic reading comprehension would understand this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 02/29/20 at 8:53 pm


You don’t have any evidence that he called the coronavirus a “hoax”. If you read most articles you’d understand that he’s not calling the virus itself a hoax. Anyone with basic reading comprehension would understand this.


https://www.cnbc.com/2020/02/28/trump-says-the-coronavirus-is-the-democrats-new-hoax.html

“One of my people came up to me and said ‘Mr. President they tried to beat you on Russia, Russia, Russia. That didn’t work out too well.’ They couldn’t do it. They tried the impeachment hoax that was on a perfect conversation,” he continued.

“This is their new hoax,” he said, referring to the coronavirus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: violet_shy on 02/29/20 at 9:22 pm

Where the heck did this virus come from? I mean, I know it started in some far away place...but from where in that far away place? Did someone catch it from an animal...an unknown animal even? From a tree? From the grass? Pollen? Where did it come from is my question. I seriously doubt it suddenly originated in the air.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 02/29/20 at 9:38 pm


https://www.cnbc.com/2020/02/28/trump-says-the-coronavirus-is-the-democrats-new-hoax.html

“One of my people came up to me and said ‘Mr. President they tried to beat you on Russia, Russia, Russia. That didn’t work out too well.’ They couldn’t do it. They tried the impeachment hoax that was on a perfect conversation,” he continued.

“This is their new hoax,” he said, referring to the coronavirus.

“The Democrats are politicizing the coronavirus,” he said from a campaign rally in North Charleston, South Carolina. “This is their new hoax.”

He's referring to the politicization of the coronavirus, NOT the coronavirus itself.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 02/29/20 at 9:41 pm

I strongly doubt Trump "denies" coronavirus when he tweets stuff like this:

https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1232058127740174339

https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1223004106408833025

https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1233220106324451328


He clearly doesn't deny that the coronavirus exists.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/01/20 at 7:32 am

https://qph.fs.quoracdn.net/main-qimg-eb954d3a1ce2334f37565fa10920001e.webp

Could wearing surgical masks be a thing of the future?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/01/20 at 1:37 pm

First two cases of coronavirus confirmed in my city. They recently traveled to Iran.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/01/20 at 2:30 pm


I strongly doubt Trump "denies" coronavirus when he tweets stuff like this:

https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1232058127740174339

https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1223004106408833025

https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1233220106324451328


He clearly doesn't deny that the coronavirus exists.

“The Democrats are politicizing the coronavirus,” he said from a campaign rally in North Charleston, South Carolina. “This is their new hoax.”

He's referring to the politicization of the coronavirus, NOT the coronavirus itself.


He said that the next day; it's called damage control. "Polticization of the coronavirus is a hoax" makes no grammatical or logical sense, unless he thinks politicization isn't happening; which judgeing by the rest of his speech is obviously not what he thinks. He spent the rest of his diatribe attacking the media for reporting on it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/01/20 at 2:33 pm


Where the heck did this virus come from? I mean, I know it started in some far away place...but from where in that far away place? Did someone catch it from an animal...an unknown animal even? From a tree? From the grass? Pollen? Where did it come from is my question. I seriously doubt it suddenly originated in the air.


The virus is a Chinese hoax like climate change. It likely came from people eating civets (a cat/skunk-like creature) who got it from eating bats, but no one is 100% sure.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: violet_shy on 03/01/20 at 3:01 pm


The virus is a Chinese hoax like climate change. It likely came from people eating civets (a cat/skunk-like creature) who got it from eating bats, but no one is 100% sure.


Are you joking? Who in the right mind would eat an animal like that! Thanks a lot whoever it was. ::) This sucks. I'm logging off.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/01/20 at 3:56 pm


Are you joking? Who in the right mind would eat an animal like that! Thanks a lot whoever it was. ::) This sucks. I'm logging off.


Hey, it’s all protein.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/01/20 at 4:56 pm


Hey, it’s all protein.


That is true. China experienced famine in 1958-1961 when they had their experiment with socialism. People ate whatever they could get their hands on. People have this image now that China is a developed country but actually there is still a lot of poverty there, and people who can't afford traditional sources of protein or otherwise have acquired a taste for more exotic fare continue to eat animals like that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/01/20 at 5:17 pm


Hey, it’s all protein.

Unless it starts a global pandemic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: violet_shy on 03/01/20 at 5:18 pm


That is true. China experienced famine in 1958-1961 when they had their experiment with socialism. People ate whatever they could get their hands on. People have this image now that China is a developed country but actually there is still a lot of poverty there, and people who can't afford traditional sources of protein or otherwise have acquired a taste for more exotic fare continue to eat animals like that.


. I forgot about that. :-[ Sorry about my ignorance everyone...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/01/20 at 7:00 pm


He said that the next day; it's called damage control. "Polticization of the coronavirus is a hoax" makes no grammatical or logical sense, unless he thinks politicization isn't happening; which judgeing by the rest of his speech is obviously not what he thinks. He spent the rest of his diatribe attacking the media for reporting on it.

You keep on missing his point. He is basically saying that the Democrats are using the coronavirus to make HIM and his administration look bad. He's saying that they are using the coronavirus for political points just to trash on him. That is what is meant by "politicalization". 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/01/20 at 7:14 pm


You keep on missing his point. He is basically saying that the Democrats are using the coronavirus to make HIM and his administration look bad. He's saying that they are using the coronavirus for political points just to trash on him. That is what is meant by "politicalization".


He used the word 'politicization' the next day. The word he used to describe coronavirus was hoax.

Also holding a political rally to complain about politicization of coronavirus belongs in negative IQ territory. Thanks to him now a lot of his supportersho think the disease isn't serious or is a Democratic/media hoax. I think the infection rate in the US is going to be a lot higher than China.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LooseBolt on 03/01/20 at 8:12 pm


You keep on missing his point. He is basically saying that the Democrats are using the coronavirus to make HIM and his administration look bad. He's saying that they are using the coronavirus for political points just to trash on him. That is what is meant by "politicalization".


He did a plenty good job of making himself look bad by gutting the CDC just in time for a nationwide health panic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/01/20 at 9:00 pm


“The Democrats are politicizing the coronavirus,” he said from a campaign rally in North Charleston, South Carolina. “This is their new hoax.”

He's referring to the politicization of the coronavirus, NOT the coronavirus itself.

Facts. And before this turns into another toxic political debate, a second person infected from the Coronavirus has died in King County: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/department-health-confirms-first-coronavirus-death-washington-state/XIDPHMLVOJAAREQ5YCL75367PU/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: KatanaChick on 03/01/20 at 10:00 pm


https://qph.fs.quoracdn.net/main-qimg-eb954d3a1ce2334f37565fa10920001e.webp

Could wearing surgical masks be a thing of the future?  ???

Some stores upped the price of dust masks because of people buying more of them.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/01/20 at 10:12 pm

Egypt like Iran is lying about its number of cases. It says it only has 2 while there are 3 travellers from there who came back to France and Canada with the virus.

Also for everyone who was hoping the death rate in a developed healthcare system wouldn't be as high as China's and that this is all a media hoax should be put on notice that the death rate is 2% in Italy and Japan thus far.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/01/20 at 10:37 pm


https://qph.fs.quoracdn.net/main-qimg-eb954d3a1ce2334f37565fa10920001e.webp

Could wearing surgical masks be a thing of the future?  ???


I predict there will be designer surgical masks, bejeweled masks, etc. Already I've seen people with sophisticated high tech looking black ones as opposed to the common, ordinary humdrum variety. The bejeweled and bedazzled can't be far behind. Remember folks, you heard it here first.  :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/02/20 at 1:02 pm


I predict there will be designer surgical masks, bejeweled masks, etc. Already I've seen people with sophisticated high tech looking black ones as opposed to the common, ordinary humdrum variety. The bejeweled and bedazzled can't be far behind. Remember folks, you heard it here first.  :D


I really don't want to see those in the early 2020s, tbh. Masks would actually increase the risk of getting the virus if you're healthy because you keep droplets (microorganisms you get from sneezing, talking, etc) in, and not out: https://www.forbes.com/sites/tarahaelle/2020/02/29/no-you-do-not-need-face-masks-for-coronavirus-they-might-increase-your-infection-risk/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: mc98 on 03/02/20 at 3:23 pm

Damn, this virus is gonna slow down the economy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/02/20 at 4:14 pm


Hey, it’s all protein.



I wouldn't eat it.  8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/02/20 at 4:16 pm


Some stores upped the price of dust masks because of people buying more of them.


People worry too much, this has gone way over their heads.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/02/20 at 4:17 pm


I predict there will be designer surgical masks, bejeweled masks, etc. Already I've seen people with sophisticated high tech looking black ones as opposed to the common, ordinary humdrum variety. The bejeweled and bedazzled can't be far behind. Remember folks, you heard it here first.  :D


You might be right.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: xenzue on 03/02/20 at 5:28 pm

The Seattle corona-related death count is now at 7. This means there are easily hundreds infected in Seattle alone. Seattle oomf told me that the stores are packed and a lot of supermarkets are running out of supplies. Trump's corona denial is going to hit the US bad.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/02/20 at 10:40 pm

Add Germany, France and Spain to the "generalized outbreak" list  :-\\

Egypt, Syria and the United States possibly belong on the list too, but with unreliable official numbers it's hard to tell.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/20 at 12:48 am

There is a good website that gives the details and figures on the Coronavirus outbreak.

https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Elor on 03/03/20 at 1:19 am



I wouldn't eat it.  8-P

If you have no other source of food you would. It beats starving by a mile... :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/20 at 1:22 am


The virus is a Chinese hoax like climate change. It likely came from people eating civets (a cat/skunk-like creature) who got it from eating bats, but no one is 100% sure.
It is the Civet Cat that is involved in the production of the famous coffee in Bali.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/20 at 1:24 am

There could be a "very significant expansion" of the number of cases of coronavirus in the UK, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has warned.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51708550

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/20 at 4:55 am


People need to wash their hands and not try to touch their faces.
The main advice given is to wash your hands, with soap for a good 20 seconds in hot water, on arriving home and every conceivable occasion, but what is the best or strongest soap to use?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/03/20 at 5:10 am


The main advice given is to wash your hands, with soap for a good 20 seconds in hot water, on arriving home and every conceivable occasion, but what is the best or strongest soap to use?


They all work the same; soap doesn't kill germs but gets them off your hands and into the sink/towel. I wouldn't get a soap that's too strong because it could dry out your hands.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/20 at 5:23 am


They all work the same; soap doesn't kill germs but gets them off your hands and into the sink/towel. I wouldn't get a soap that's too strong because it could dry out your hands.
technically, not just hands, it is the surfaces the hands touch.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/03/20 at 7:28 am


The main advice given is to wash your hands, with soap for a good 20 seconds in hot water, on arriving home and every conceivable occasion, but what is the best or strongest soap to use?


My guess would be any soap, I don't know any strong soap to use right now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/03/20 at 7:29 am


They all work the same; soap doesn't kill germs but gets them off your hands and into the sink/towel. I wouldn't get a soap that's too strong because it could dry out your hands.


I would use a soap that has a nice scent.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/03/20 at 7:30 am


technically, not just hands, it is the surfaces the hands touch.



Everywhere you go and everything you do, you are just about always touching something.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/20 at 7:30 am


My guess would be any soap, I don't know any strong soap to use right now.

I would use a soap that has a nice scent.
I am believing it to be as, as long as the hands are cleaned.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/20 at 7:35 am



Everywhere you go and everything you do, you are just about always touching something.
It's particles from sneezes too...?

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19: How worried should we be?

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/20 at 7:39 am

Up to fifth of UK workers 'could be off sick at same time'

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51718917

Up to a fifth of the workforce may be off sick during the peak of a coronavirus epidemic in the UK, the government says in its latest plans. Police may need to focus on only the most serious crimes and maintaining public order if the virus spreads. The military could also provide support to emergency services if needed. The government's response is in its first stage - containing the outbreak - with the number of UK cases rising from 39 to 51 on Tuesday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/03/20 at 8:04 am


It's particles from sneezes too...?



Everybody sneezes and coughs so it's best to wipe down wagons too when you are using them for shopping.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/20 at 8:06 am


I would use a soap that has a nice scent.
I trust those hand sanitizes that are used in hospitals.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/20 at 8:32 am

The founders of two of the most popular James Bond fan sites are asking the studios behind the next Bond film to delay its release due to coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51720354

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/20 at 9:31 am



Everywhere you go and everything you do, you are just about always touching something.
It is not self-isolation for me, it is just not going out.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/03/20 at 1:46 pm


I trust those hand sanitizes that are used in hospitals.


I use it too at work and when I'm at home.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: karen on 03/03/20 at 1:47 pm

You either need an alcohol based antibacterial gel or to use decent soap and hot water and wash for at least 20 seconds.

Many antibac gels are alcohol free and they won't work on this virus apparently.  Something to do with damaging the lipid layer of the cell.


Personally I am trying to keep my hands as clean as possible, wash hands after sneezing, etc.  I am also going to buy some food supplies just in case we have to stay at home for a couple of weeks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: violet_shy on 03/03/20 at 1:57 pm

My mom has a cold for days now and has been home all this time. But she doesn't have the Corona flu or else I would have caught it. So, we've been staying home washing our hands frequently.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/03/20 at 2:10 pm


My mom has a cold for days now and has been home all this time. But she doesn't have the Corona flu or else I would have caught it. So, we've been staying home washing our hands frequently.


That's what I've been doing at work.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/20 at 2:16 pm


My mom has a cold for days now and has been home all this time. But she doesn't have the Corona flu or else I would have caught it. So, we've been staying home washing our hands frequently.
The symptoms do bear a similarity to flu, so it is always best to stay safe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: violet_shy on 03/03/20 at 2:20 pm


The symptoms do bear a similarity to flu, so it is always best to stay safe.


Well, my mom is getting over her cold. Thankfully. I guess the hand washing and lysol have been working.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/03/20 at 2:23 pm


Well, my mom is getting over her cold. Thankfully. I guess the hand washing and lysol have been working.
O0

I assume, the usual for beating the flu too?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/03/20 at 10:52 pm

Last winter it seemed like every time I went out I got sick. So this winter I started drinking one of those emerge-n-c packs every day like they recommend. And any time I go into a big crowd of people I pop a zinc lozenge. Has made a big difference. I don’t go near crowds every day thankfully. They even helped at work when everyone was catching this bad bug right down the line a different person every week. I started the zinc lozenges when it made its way to the guy in the next cubicle and I didn’t catch it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: violet_shy on 03/03/20 at 11:44 pm


Last winter it seemed like every time I went out I got sick. So this winter I started drinking one of those emerge-n-c packs every day like they recommend. And any time I go into a big crowd of people I pop a zinc lozenge. Has made a big difference. I don’t go near crowds every day thankfully. They even helped at work when everyone was catching this bad bug right down the line a different person every week. I started the zinc lozenges when it made its way to the guy in the next cubicle and I didn’t catch it.


Those taste so bad. 8-P But they do help to keep away the colds!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/04/20 at 4:57 am


Well, my mom is getting over her cold. Thankfully. I guess the hand washing and lysol have been working.


That's good news to hear, glad she's getting over it! :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 03/04/20 at 10:29 pm

Fragile safety net leaves U.S. economy vulnerable to coronavirus hit

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/04/20 at 11:14 pm


Fragile safety net leaves U.S. economy vulnerable to coronavirus hit


The official number is 150 but there are easily 1000+ infected just by going on the number of deaths alone. It's severely under reported. And there are many people without insurance who are not going to bother with a doctor's visit and spread the disease everywhere. A week ago I said the US was a ticking time bomb but that bomb has now went off. Stay safe everyone.  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 03/04/20 at 11:36 pm


The official number is 150 but there are easily 1000+ infected just by going on the number of deaths alone. It's severely under reported. And there are many people without insurance who are not going to bother with a doctor's visit and spread the disease everywhere. A week ago I said the US was a ticking time bomb but that bomb has now went off. Stay safe everyone.  :-X


THIS ^^^^^

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This is why the United States must push for Universal Health Care.

Subject: Coronavirus: Collapsed Flybe tells passengers not to travel to airports

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 1:03 am

UK airline Flybe has gone into administration, putting 2,000 jobs at risk after a bid for fresh financial support failed. The carrier said the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on demand for air travel was partly to blame for its collapse. Its website now advises customers to "not travel to the airport" unless they have arranged an alternative flight. Exeter-based Flybe narrowly avoided going bust in January.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51746564

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cases in UK jump to 87

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 1:33 am

The UK has seen its biggest day-on-day increase in coronavirus cases, bringing the total number to 87. Almost all of the 36 new patients had recently travelled to affected countries or been infected by others who had done so, the UK's chief medical adviser Prof Chris Whitty said. But it is not clear how three new patients in England caught the virus. Meanwhile, it has emerged that two patients at King's College Hospital have been diagnosed with the virus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-51741001

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Solid Prevention Advice

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 1:36 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/0700/production/_111129710_corona_whatyouneedtodo.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 3:35 am

https://scontent-lhr8-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/p960x960/88174035_10157551296346028_2717658844514746368_o.jpg?_nc_cat=104&_nc_sid=da1649&_nc_ohc=si22eRLz2AsAX9KwnJs&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-1.xx&_nc_tp=6&oh=9d72a04a47a32ff27c76afa27d3653d1&oe=5E93DF20

Subject: Covid-19 Release of James Bond film No Time To Die delayed amid coronavirus fear

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 4:33 am

The release of the new James Bond film has been put back by seven months as coronavirus continues to spread.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51744374

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London Book Fair cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 5:29 am

This year's London Book Fair, one of the UK's largest book events, has been called off due to concerns over the coronavirus outbreak.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51735208

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Italy to close all schools as deaths rise

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 6:46 am

Italy has confirmed that it will shut all schools from Thursday for 10 days as it battles to contain the coronavirus outbreak. And all professional sport, including Serie A football matches, will be played behind closed doors for a month. A total of 107 people have now been killed by the coronavirus in Italy, which has the most serious outbreak in Europe. PM Giuseppe Conte said the health service risked being overwhelmed. Most of the more than 3,000 cases are in the north but others have been confirmed in 19 of Italy's 20 regions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51743697

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Solid Prevention Advice

Written By: Howard on 03/05/20 at 7:44 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/0700/production/_111129710_corona_whatyouneedtodo.jpg


And you should do this every day.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/05/20 at 7:45 am


https://scontent-lhr8-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/p960x960/88174035_10157551296346028_2717658844514746368_o.jpg?_nc_cat=104&_nc_sid=da1649&_nc_ohc=si22eRLz2AsAX9KwnJs&_nc_ht=scontent-lhr8-1.xx&_nc_tp=6&oh=9d72a04a47a32ff27c76afa27d3653d1&oe=5E93DF20


And don't forget hand sanitizer too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 8:17 am


And don't forget hand sanitizer too.
...and do not touch your face!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/05/20 at 8:21 am


...and do not touch your face!


I try not to sometimes.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 8:29 am


I try not to sometimes.
When coming home last night I was thinking how hard it is from touching your face, looking at the other passengers on the train doing so.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): affecting sport

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 8:37 am

Cricket
England players will not shake hands during the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka because of the coronavirus outbreak, according to captain Joe Root.

Rugby Union
England's Six Nations games against Italy on 14 and 15 March have been postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak.

Formula 1
Formula 1 says it will not hold a World Championship race in a country that prevents any team entering as a result of coronavirus restrictions.

Athletics
The Tokyo Marathon took place on Sunday against a backdrop of empty streets and with just a couple of hundred runners due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Cycling
Team Ineos have withdrawn from all races until 23 March following the death of sporting director Nico Portal and the "very uncertain situation" surrounding the coronavirus outbreak.

Football
Inter Milan president Steven Zhang feels playing matches behind closed doors is the only practical way for football to continue in Italy until the coronavirus is under control.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/05/20 at 9:13 am

I read that there are TWO strains of this virus.  :o

https://abcnews.go.com/Health/scientists-identified-strains-covid-19/story?id=69391954

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 9:24 am


I read that there are TWO strains of this virus.  :o

https://abcnews.go.com/Health/scientists-identified-strains-covid-19/story?id=69391954
I have heard from reports that the strain of this virus is worse that the strain that is infecting the rest of the world.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): First death in the UK from the coronavirus.

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 11:31 am

BREAKING:

First death in the UK from the coronavirus.

More on this later

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 11:50 am


BREAKING:

First death in the UK from the coronavirus.

More on this later
A patient with underlying health conditions has become the first person in the UK to die after testing positive for coronavirus. The Royal Berkshire NHS Trust said they were an "older patient" who had been "in and out of hospital for non-coronavirus reasons"

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/05/20 at 12:38 pm


A patient with underlying health conditions has become the first person in the UK to die after testing positive for coronavirus. The Royal Berkshire NHS Trust said they were an "older patient" who had been "in and out of hospital for non-coronavirus reasons"


It's tragic how a person who's been fought through and survived so many health issues has to finally succumb to this disease. I'm scared for my little sister as she is in a similar situation.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 12:41 pm


It's tragic how a person who's been fought through and survived so many health issues has to finally succumb to this disease. I'm scared for my little sister as she is in a similar situation.  :-\\
I understand, and this is getting more frightening as each day goes on.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/05/20 at 2:23 pm


When coming home last night I was thinking how hard it is from touching your face, looking at the other passengers on the train doing so.


And on buses too when everyone either coughs or sneezes then they start touching the poles too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/20 at 4:23 pm


Update:

A patient with underlying health conditions has become the first person in the UK to die after testing positive for coronavirus. The Royal Berkshire NHS Trust said they were an "older patient" who had been "in and out of hospital for non-coronavirus reasons"
A woman with underlying health conditions has become the first person in the UK to die after testing positive for coronavirus. The Royal Berkshire NHS Trust said the patient, understood to be in her 70s, had been "in and out of hospital for non-coronavirus reasons". She was admitted and tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday. It comes as the number of UK people diagnosed with the virus reached 116, a rise of more than 30 in 24 hours. Meanwhile, the prime minister's official spokesman said it was "highly likely the virus is going to spread in a significant way".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): affecting sport

Written By: Sman12 on 03/06/20 at 9:32 am


Cricket
England players will not shake hands during the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka because of the coronavirus outbreak, according to captain Joe Root.

Rugby Union
England's Six Nations games against Italy on 14 and 15 March have been postponed because of the coronavirus outbreak.

Formula 1
Formula 1 says it will not hold a World Championship race in a country that prevents any team entering as a result of coronavirus restrictions.

Athletics
The Tokyo Marathon took place on Sunday against a backdrop of empty streets and with just a couple of hundred runners due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Cycling
Team Ineos have withdrawn from all races until 23 March following the death of sporting director Nico Portal and the "very uncertain situation" surrounding the coronavirus outbreak.

Football
Inter Milan president Steven Zhang feels playing matches behind closed doors is the only practical way for football to continue in Italy until the coronavirus is under control.


Yikes, the coronavirus is hitting international sports hard. It's only a matter of time when the Olympics is gonna deal with this, either by cancelling, postponing or modifying their rules on games and events.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/06/20 at 1:56 pm

You might as well do nothing but just in your house all day.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/06/20 at 4:31 pm

South by Southwest Festival has been cancelled due to coronavirus fears  :o:

https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2020/03/06/sxsw-cancelled-due-to-coronavirus.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: violet_shy on 03/06/20 at 5:00 pm


You might as well do nothing but just in your house all day.


I know, right! Can't even go out anymore.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/06/20 at 5:18 pm


South by Southwest Festival has been cancelled due to coronavirus fears  :o:

https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2020/03/06/sxsw-cancelled-due-to-coronavirus.html

If this virus doesn’t just disappear then effectively shutting down the world economy really can’t be a viable long-term solution.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/06/20 at 5:21 pm


If this virus doesn’t just disappear then effectively shutting down the world economy really can’t be a viable long-term solution.


We're trying to slow the spread until a cure or vaccine can be found (or maybe the summer might make the disease less likely to spread)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: violet_shy on 03/06/20 at 5:24 pm


We're trying to slow the spread until a cure or vaccine can be found (or maybe the summer might make the disease less likely to spread)


I've heard about that. The Summer heat will probably kill the virus. Let's hope for that!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/06/20 at 5:27 pm


We're trying to slow the spread until a cure or vaccine can be found (or maybe the summer might make the disease less likely to spread)

Is there any certainty of a vaccine or cure? I must admit I’ve not really been following this that closely.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/06/20 at 6:05 pm


Is there any certainty of a vaccine or cure? I must admit I’ve not really been following this that closely.


Scientists are trying to make a vaccine, but any sort of treatment that would reduce mortality or make symptoms less debilitating would be welcome.

Also by then many people would have survived the disease already and would have natural immunity and won't overcrowd hospitals. It would be bad if too many got sick at the same time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/07/20 at 4:13 am


I know, right! Can't even go out anymore.


That's all I've been hearing these days either it's Trump or the corona virus.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/07/20 at 4:32 pm


Is there any certainty of a vaccine or cure? I must admit I’ve not really been following this that closely.

A possible vaccine is still 12-18 months away: https://www.businessinsider.com/us-top-virus-expert-coronavirus-vaccine-12-18-months-away-2020-3

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/08/20 at 8:47 am

Iranian bigwigs are dropping like flies.

The sixth one, Fatemeh Rahbar, bit it yesterday.

That’s in addition to Hossein Sheikholeslam, Mohammad Haj Abolghasemi, Mohammad Mirmohammadi, Mohammad Ali Ramazani Dastak, Hadi Khosroshahi.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/08/20 at 8:49 am


That's all I've been hearing these days either it's Trump or the corona virus.  ::)


You probably need to wear gloves and wipe down the cart handles with Clorox Wipes at work, Howard, to reduce the chances that you pick up the virus form a cart.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/08/20 at 10:53 am

First case of unknown origin in Canada yesterday in Vancouver. It was found in a long-term care home of mostly old people. They suspect some undiagnosed person from Seattle crossed over the border and spread it.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/08/20 at 3:09 pm

Two new cases of coronavirus in Canada related to travel from the US. One from Nevada (Las Vegas) and the other from Colorado.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/08/20 at 3:11 pm


Two new cases of coronavirus in Canada related to travel from the US. One from Nevada (Las Vegas) and the other from Colorado.


Can’t have come from Vegas.

What happens in Vegas... stays in Vegas.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/08/20 at 3:28 pm


You probably need to wear gloves and wipe down the cart handles with Clorox Wipes at work, Howard, to reduce the chances that you pick up the virus form a cart.


They've been putting out wipes for the customers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/08/20 at 3:41 pm


They've been putting out wipes for the customers.


I just went to Wal-Mary today, and all they had was a dry roll of paper towels.

Seriously though, Howard... shagging those carts, the handles have been touched by all sorts of people. You really need to think about gloves and wet wipes for yourself.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/08/20 at 3:42 pm


I just went to Wal-Mary today, and all they had was a dry roll of paper towels.

Seriously though, Howard... shagging those carts, the handles have been touched by all sorts of people. You really need to think about gloves and wet wipes for yourself.


I wear gloves every day, I work in a crappy neighborhood.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/08/20 at 3:46 pm


I wear gloves every day, I work in a crappy neighborhood.


Good.

Now, just make sure to not touch your face with those gloves on.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/08/20 at 3:52 pm


Good.

Now, just make sure to not touch your face with those gloves on.


I try not to.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/08/20 at 4:14 pm

We are pretty insulated from it at the moment because it’s dead here in the winter. But in the coming months everyone will come back from the south, large cities, and even out of the country to vacation here. That’s when we need to watch ourselves. But I tend to avoid the summer tourist crowds anyway. I prefer peaceful areas and I know where to go.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/08/20 at 6:33 pm

A third case in my city.

And supermarkets are now limiting toilet paper and hand sanitiser. This is why authorities often downplay pandemics - because the end result is idiotic panic buying. Unnecessary panic is extremely unhelpful and can be really detrimental to vulnerable people who really need this stuff. Seriously people, just wash your hands. Toilet paper isn’t going to help you.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/08/20 at 6:55 pm


A third case in my city.

And supermarkets are now limiting toilet paper and hand sanitiser.


Why’s there a run on butt wipes? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/09/20 at 7:38 am


First case of unknown origin in Canada yesterday in Vancouver. It was found in a long-term care home of mostly old people. They suspect some undiagnosed person from Seattle crossed over the border and spread it.  :(

It seems like asymptomatic people are at it again.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/09/20 at 7:39 am


A third case in my city.

And supermarkets are now limiting toilet paper and hand sanitiser. This is why authorities often downplay pandemics - because the end result is idiotic panic buying. Unnecessary panic is extremely unhelpful and can be really detrimental to vulnerable people who really need this stuff. Seriously people, just wash your hands. Toilet paper isn’t going to help you.


Wow, this virus panic has really gone overboard, before you know it, no one will be going out and people will be staying in their houses doing shopping online.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/09/20 at 7:40 am


Why’s there a run on butt wipes? ???


Then how am I going to wipe my rear end?  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/09/20 at 8:14 am


A third case in my city.

And supermarkets are now limiting toilet paper and hand sanitiser. This is why authorities often downplay pandemics - because the end result is idiotic panic buying. Unnecessary panic is extremely unhelpful and can be really detrimental to vulnerable people who really need this stuff. Seriously people, just wash your hands. Toilet paper isn’t going to help you.


I also don't think people should panic like that. Being cautious but calm is the best thing to do so far (at least here in the US).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/09/20 at 8:56 am

The Dow's now down over 2,000 points because of the Saudi-Russia oil price war and virus fears: https://www.cnbc.com/2020/03/08/dow-futures-drop-700-points-as-all-out-oil-price-war-adds-to-coronavirus-stress.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/09/20 at 9:43 am


A third case in my city.

And supermarkets are now limiting toilet paper and hand sanitiser. This is why authorities often downplay pandemics - because the end result is idiotic panic buying. Unnecessary panic is extremely unhelpful and can be really detrimental to vulnerable people who really need this stuff. Seriously people, just wash your hands. Toilet paper isn’t going to help you.


Hilarious. What are people going to do with all these piles of things when all this hysteria ends in a few weeks or less. And believe me, it will.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/09/20 at 9:50 am


Hilarious. What are people going to do with all these piles of things when all this hysteria ends in a few weeks or less. And believe me, it will.


As long as US cases increase, expect more hysteria.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/09/20 at 10:06 am


As long as US cases increase, expect more hysteria.


Indeed. People are so sheeplike. Amazing how they can be whipped into a frenzy by the media.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: karen on 03/09/20 at 12:33 pm


Indeed. People are so sheeplike. Amazing how they can be whipped into a frenzy by the media.


It's the same in the UK.  Several supermarkets are limiting how many hand gels and toilet rolls you can buy.  I will admit to buying some extra supplies of tinned and frozen food and longlife milk in case we have to stay at home for 2 weeks.  I know I could get a supermarket delivery but I'd rather try and manage with what I have.  It will get eaten anyway.

There has been a case locally - a university student recently returned from Italy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/09/20 at 12:39 pm


Hilarious. What are people going to do with all these piles of things when all this hysteria ends in a few weeks or less. And believe me, it will.

Perfect excuse to have an extra spicy curry with all that toilet paper hanging around..

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/09/20 at 3:07 pm


I also don't think people should panic like that. Being cautious but calm is the best thing to do so far (at least here in the US).



customers are panicking so much that they will have to go out and order more.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/09/20 at 3:58 pm



customers are panicking so much that they will have to go out and order more.


They're only gonna make supplies run out more.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/09/20 at 8:11 pm


Iranian bigwigs are dropping like flies.

The sixth one, Fatemeh Rahbar, bit it yesterday.

That’s in addition to Hossein Sheikholeslam, Mohammad Haj Abolghasemi, Mohammad Mirmohammadi, Mohammad Ali Ramazani Dastak, Hadi Khosroshahi.


Add Mohammad-Reza Rahchamani to the list. Side note, lots of people named Mohammed over there.  Must be like Méxican folks naming their sons Jesus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: nally on 03/09/20 at 11:28 pm


Where the heck did this virus come from? I mean, I know it started in some far away place...but from where in that far away place? Did someone catch it from an animal...an unknown animal even? From a tree? From the grass? Pollen? Where did it come from is my question. I seriously doubt it suddenly originated in the air.

I know this is a week-old post, I have often wondered about this too. (I also know that it was answered, sort of, but many inquiring minds want to know for sure.) Whatever the case is, I hope it gets taken care of properly.

People are not wanting to travel because of it. Everytime I hear about cruisegoers getting infected, it makes me cringe even more. :-[

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/10/20 at 12:04 am

We were talking about this at work. From what coworkers were reading, scientists concocted a mix of corona, Ebola, and sars. Who knows why, maybe biological warfare, maybe boredom. Tested it on a monkey which of course died. Then instead of proper disposal, someone ate the monkey and voila it developed in humans. One stupid decision after another.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 12:47 am

The family and I are hoping that this strain of coronavirus is just a cold (weather) based infection and will disappear when the climate turns warmer in the summer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: nally on 03/10/20 at 12:50 am


The family and I are hoping that this strain of coronavirus is just a cold (weather) based infection and will disappear when the climate turns warmer in the summer.

We shall see what happens.

Right now I ain't traveling anywhere... but we do have tentative plans to do so this fall.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 12:51 am


We shall see what happens.
It has just occurred to me it is hot in Iran where fatalities has happened.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 12:52 am


Right now I ain't traveling anywhere... but we do have tentative plans to do so this fall.
The same for me, only essential trips, ie shopping.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: nally on 03/10/20 at 12:53 am


The same for me, only essential trips, ie shopping.

Agreed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 1:00 am


Agreed.
Travelling when the trains and transportation is least busier, and still not touching surfaces with your bare hands.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Italy extends emergency measures nationwide

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 1:04 am

Italy has extended its emergency coronavirus measures, which include travel restrictions and a ban on public gatherings, to the entire country. On Monday, Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte ordered people to stay home and seek permission for essential travel. He said the measures were designed to protect the most vulnerable. "There is no more time," he said in a TV address. Italy's coronavirus death toll jumped from 366 to 463 on Monday. It is the worst-hit country after China. The number of confirmed infection also increased by 24% from Sunday, official figures showed. Cases of the virus have been confirmed in all 20 Italian regions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51810673

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 1:12 am


Yikes, the coronavirus is hitting international sports hard. It's only a matter of time when the Olympics is gonna deal with this, either by cancelling, postponing or modifying their rules on games and events.
I am waiting for the news on the London Marathon, yes it will be a gathering of a large crowd, but over a vast distance.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Transport for London worker tests positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 2:06 am

An office-based Transport for London worker has tested positive for coronavirus, the organisation has confirmed. The employee works at TfL's Palestra House office in Southwark. Palestra House is where TfL monitors London's roads and controls the Tube network, but the worker with coronavirus has a non-operational role, the PA news agency understands. TfL did not reveal what role the person has, but Palestra House is where it monitors London's roads and controls the Tube network. Some Londoners are wearing face masks when they travel on trains and buses amid concern that the virus can be easily transmitted on public transport. It emerged on Friday that two British Airways baggage handlers had tested positive for Covid-19. The men are based at Heathrow Airport, west London.

https://www.itv.com/news/london/2020-03-09/transport-for-london-worker-tests-positive-for-coronavirus/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 2:32 am


You might as well do nothing but just in your house all day.
A self-imposed-isolation, which I am doing.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 2:48 am


We're trying to slow the spread until a cure or vaccine can be found (or maybe the summer might make the disease less likely to spread)
Exactly as we are hoping for.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 3:08 am


Scientists are trying to make a vaccine, but any sort of treatment that would reduce mortality or make symptoms less debilitating would be welcome.

Also by then many people would have survived the disease already and would have natural immunity and won't overcrowd hospitals. It would be bad if too many got sick at the same time.
We have a theory that in China a vaccine has been created, but the Chinese are waiting for the right time to release it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 3:50 am


They've been putting out wipes for the customers.
You have to buy your own over here, hospitals are more obliging.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 4:00 am


Can’t have come from Vegas.

What happens in Vegas... stays in Vegas.
...but the virus can spread on coins, so each coins is best sterilised?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LooseBolt on 03/10/20 at 5:43 am


Add Mohammad-Reza Rahchamani to the list. Side note, lots of people named Mohammed over there.  Must be like Méxican folks naming their sons Jesus.


Mohammad is a very common name in the Middle East, Central Asia, and even India, but you don’t call those guys Mohammad. Usually they have a secondary name which is their commonly used given name, like Hanif or Hussein.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 5:50 am


Mohammad is a very common name in the Middle East, Central Asia, and even India, but you don’t call those guys Mohammad. Usually they have a secondary name which is their commonly used given name, like Hanif or Hussein.
In fact, it is the most common name in the UK with it's variations of spelling.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 6:14 am


I wear gloves every day, I work in a crappy neighborhood.
Surgical gloves may be better?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 7:00 am

BREAKING NEWS:

All cinemas a shut down due to the Coronavirus in the Czech Republic.

I am expecting it any day now in the UK.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 7:25 am


Good.

Now, just make sure to not touch your face with those gloves on.
I was watching other passengers on the train, and I would say it is hard to do.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK tactics defended as cases expected to rise

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 8:35 am

The decision to delay closing schools and introduce other strict measures to combat coronavirus has been defended by England's deputy chief medical officer. Dr Jenny Harries said experts are assessing new cases on an hourly basis to achieve a "balanced response". She told BBC Breakfast new measures could follow as UK cases begin to rise rapidly over the next two weeks. In the UK, five people with the virus have died. There were 319 confirmed cases as of 09:00 GMT on Monday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51812326

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Virgin Atlantic admits flying near-empty planes

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 9:02 am

Virgin Atlantic has confirmed it has been forced to operate some near-empty flights after bookings were dented by the coronavirus outbreak. It is operating the flights to try to retain take-off and landing slots at major airports such as Heathrow. Under European law, if flights are not operated, slots have to be forfeited. UK Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has written to the European Commission, asking for rules on slot allocation to be relaxed during the outbreak.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51809318

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/10/20 at 9:29 am


They're only gonna make supplies run out more.  :-\\


And the workers are panicking because of no more supplies.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/10/20 at 9:30 am


The family and I are hoping that this strain of coronavirus is just a cold (weather) based infection and will disappear when the climate turns warmer in the summer.


I heard around September.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/10/20 at 9:31 am


The same for me, only essential trips, ie shopping.


Do shopping online.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/10/20 at 9:32 am


A self-imposed-isolation, which I am doing.


quarantine yourself.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/10/20 at 9:33 am


Surgical gloves may be better?


I'm going to look into that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/10/20 at 9:53 am

First coronavirus death in Canada yesterday at a long term care home. RIP :(


We got three new imported cases in Ontario. Washington DC, France and Germany.


No community spread in Ontario, for now... Every time I go to the gym I wonder if today will be the day. I stopped using public transport.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 10:02 am


Do shopping online.
Ii do not trust having financial details online.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK virus cases reach 373 as sixth person dies

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 10:05 am

The number of coronavirus cases in the UK has now reached 373, a rise of 54 on Monday's figure. It comes as a man in his early 80s became the sixth person to die in the UK with the virus. Meanwhile, a number of airlines have cut thousands of flights, including to and from Italy, following the outbreak. Earlier, England's deputy chief medical officer defended the decision to delay closing schools and introducing other stringent measures. Dr Jenny Harries said experts are assessing new cases on an hourly basis to achieve a "balanced response". The latest figures as of 9:00 GMT on Tuesday, include 324 cases in England, 27 in Scotland,16 in Northern Ireland and six in Wales.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51822618

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 10:12 am


First coronavirus death in Canada yesterday at a long term care home. RIP :(

We got three new imported cases in Ontario. Washington DC, France and Germany.

No community spread in Ontario, for now... Every time I go to the gym I wonder if today will be the day. I stopped using public transport.
I am hesitant over using the tube, with preferring to use buses and trains. My traveling is done when transport are less busy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/10/20 at 10:33 am


It has just occurred to me it is hot in Iran where fatalities has happened.

Yeah, most medical professionals don't really know whether the virus is affected by weather or not: https://weather.com/health/cold-flu/news/2020-03-10-coronavirus-seasons-what-we-know-dont-know

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/10/20 at 11:03 am


It has just occurred to me it is hot in Iran where fatalities has happened.

Even hot countries get flu season in the winter. But Iran is not hot in the winter, it's a mountainous country. I saw the protests a couple of months back when they shot down the planes, it was snowing.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 11:24 am


Even hot countries get flu season in the winter. But Iran is not hot in the winter, it's a mountainous country. I saw the protests a couple of months back when they shot down the planes, it was snowing.
As a side thought, I had flu several times when I was in The Philippines, but was soon shaken off, then I was younger...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/10/20 at 11:30 am


As a side thought, I had flu several times when I was in The Philippines, but was soon shaken off, then I was younger...


I also used to get mad diarrhoea/flu for a few weeks whenever I was in a third-world country.  :-X

And then the toilet wouldn't flush and I couldn't wash my hands because there was no electricity (and so no running water). Oh dear... Sanitation is much better in first-world countries.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: nally on 03/10/20 at 11:31 am


As a side thought, I had flu several times when I was in The Philippines, but was soon shaken off, then I was younger...

On that note, I can honestly say that I've knowingly had flu one time, and that was in November of last year. But I got rid of it quickly. (And that was in the States, where I have lived my whole life.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 11:31 am


I also used to get mad diarrhoea/flu for a few weeks whenever I was in a third-world country.  :-X

And then the toilet wouldn't flush and the I couldn't wash my hands because there was no electricity. Oh dear... Sanitation is much better in first-world countries.
Completely!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Peter Rabbit 2 film release delayed

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 11:54 am

Peter Rabbit 2 has become the latest major film to have its release pushed back amid the coronavirus outbreak. Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, which features the voices of James Corden and Margot Robbie, was due in UK cinemas on 27 March, and the US a week later. But with uncertainty over whether fans will avoid cinemas, that has now been put back to 7 August. The decision comes a week after the new James Bond film No Time To Die was delayed from April to November.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Italian death toll jumps by nearly 200

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 12:21 pm

The official number of fatalities from the coronavirus outbreak in Italy has risen from 463 to 631 in 24 hours.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Italian death toll jumps by nearly 200

Written By: Sman12 on 03/10/20 at 1:13 pm


The official number of fatalities from the coronavirus outbreak in Italy has risen from 463 to 631 in 24 hours.

What a huge jump that is.  :o  RIP to all of them.  :\'(


Peter Rabbit 2 has become the latest major film to have its release pushed back amid the coronavirus outbreak. Peter Rabbit 2: The Runaway, which features the voices of James Corden and Margot Robbie, was due in UK cinemas on 27 March, and the US a week later. But with uncertainty over whether fans will avoid cinemas, that has now been put back to 7 August. The decision comes a week after the new James Bond film No Time To Die was delayed from April to November.


I knew it. Almost everything in pop culture is slowly, but surely slowing down because of this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 1:13 pm



I knew it. Everything in pop culture is slowly, but surely slowing down because of this.

Some countries are already banning gathering of over 500 people.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: karen on 03/10/20 at 1:35 pm


We were talking about this at work. From what coworkers were reading, scientists concocted a mix of corona, Ebola, and sars. Who knows why, maybe biological warfare, maybe boredom. Tested it on a monkey which of course died. Then instead of proper disposal, someone ate the monkey and voila it developed in humans. One stupid decision after another.


Bull****

It just mutated from another form of coronavirus (the common cold is a coronavirus).  Viruses do this

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 1:39 pm


Bull****

It just mutated from another form of coronavirus (the common cold is a coronavirus).  Viruses do this
But it has been proven to be a similar strain from pangolins, and bats.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-51496830

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: karen on 03/10/20 at 1:44 pm


But it has been proven to be a similar strain from pangolins, and bats.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-51496830


Probably is but that still doesn't mean it's government germ warfare gone wrong as wagonman said

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/10/20 at 2:25 pm

Reports of Harry Potter actor Daniel Radcliffe having Coronavirus are from a proven fake news reporting website.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/10/20 at 2:56 pm


I am hesitant over using the tube, with preferring to use buses and trains. My traveling is done when transport are less busy.


I travel every day except on my days off.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/10/20 at 2:57 pm


I also used to get mad diarrhoea/flu for a few weeks whenever I was in a third-world country.  :-X

And then the toilet wouldn't flush and I couldn't wash my hands because there was no electricity (and so no running water). Oh dear... Sanitation is much better in first-world countries.



So your toilet was stuffed up?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: mqg96 on 03/11/20 at 1:26 am

All of the Walmarts in my area, the whole hand sanitizer sections were wiped out clean. Not even joking. Anyways, this coronavirus is starting to get out of hand now. I'm from Georgia, US, let me tell you the Atlanta airport is extremely crammed and one of the busiest in the world, so I had a bad feeling that someone from the international airport was going to allow corona to enter here, and here we are now. Colleges (including mine) are in the discussion of possibly online classes soon. A couple teachers from some schools got tested positive with corona and now the schools are shutdown for the rest of the week. One of my cousins goes to one of those schools shutdown for a week. Recently, one of the workers at a Waffle House in the Atlanta area got tested positive for corona, so all the Waffle Houses in that area are shutdown til further notice. This corona is affecting sports venues worldwide. I'm sorry, but there's no good sporting event without the fanbase and the crowd. Thankfully it's not football season yet til late August/September so we'll have to see where this goes, but the Olympics may not happen this year if corona continues to get worse from here. The last time the US didn't participate in the Olympics was in 1980 I believe (don't remember what the reason was), but if the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo were cancelled it would be cancelled for the whole world. 2020 is turning out to be a crazy bizarre year so far, and yeah as you can already tell within the first 3 months of this year, I can take 2019 any day.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 1:33 am


All of the Walmarts in my area, the whole hand sanitizer sections were wiped out clean. Not even joking. Anyways, this coronavirus is starting to get out of hand now. I'm from Georgia, US, let me tell you the Atlanta airport is extremely crammed and one of the busiest in the world, so I had a bad feeling that someone from the international airport was going to allow corona to enter here, and here we are now. Colleges (including mine) are in the discussion of possibly online classes soon. A couple teachers from some schools got tested positive with corona and now the schools are shutdown for the rest of the week. One of my cousins goes to one of those schools shutdown for a week. Recently, one of the workers at a Waffle House in the Atlanta area got tested positive for corona, so all the Waffle Houses in that area are shutdown til further notice. This corona is affecting sports venues worldwide. I'm sorry, but there's no good sporting event without the fanbase and the crowd. Thankfully it's not football season yet til late August/September so we'll have to see where this goes, but the Olympics made not happen this year if corona continues to get worse from here. The last time the US didn't participate in the Olympics was in 1980 I believe (don't remember what that reason was), but in the 2020 Olympics were cancelled it would be cancelled in Tokyo for the whole world. 2020 is turning out to be a crazy bizarre year so far, and yeah as you can already tell within the first 3 months of this year, I can take 2019 any day.
The 1980 Summer Olympics was held in Moscow, and the United States, with 65 other countries boycotted the games entirely because of Russia's involvement in the Soviet–Afghan War.

The 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics in Tokyo are at the moment still to be held, but there could be the likelihood of a postponement or delay.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): British sport

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 2:09 am

Then there was some big news in the early hours as Manchester City's game against Arsenal became the first Premier League game to be postponed because of the coronavirus.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK interest rates cut in emergency move

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 3:26 am

The Bank of England has announced an emergency cut in interest rates to shore up the economy amid the coronavirus outbreak. Policymakers reduced rates from 0.75% to 0.25%, taking borrowing costs back down to the lowest level in history. The Bank said it would also free up billions of pounds of extra lending power to help banks support firms. It comes as the chancellor is expected to announce further measures to support growth and jobs in the Budget later.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51831004

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Health minister Nadine Dorries tests positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 3:39 am

Health minister and Conservative MP Nadine Dorries has been diagnosed with coronavirus. Ms Dorries, the first MP to test positive, said she had taken all the advised precautions after finding out and has been self-isolating at home. This comes as a sixth person died from the virus in the UK, which has a total of 382 cases. The latest person to die was a man in his early 80s who had underlying health conditions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51827356

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/11/20 at 5:31 am


All of the Walmarts in my area, the whole hand sanitizer sections were wiped out clean. Not even joking. Anyways, this coronavirus is starting to get out of hand now. I'm from Georgia, US, let me tell you the Atlanta airport is extremely crammed and one of the busiest in the world, so I had a bad feeling that someone from the international airport was going to allow corona to enter here, and here we are now. Colleges (including mine) are in the discussion of possibly online classes soon. A couple teachers from some schools got tested positive with corona and now the schools are shutdown for the rest of the week. One of my cousins goes to one of those schools shutdown for a week. Recently, one of the workers at a Waffle House in the Atlanta area got tested positive for corona, so all the Waffle Houses in that area are shutdown til further notice. This corona is affecting sports venues worldwide. I'm sorry, but there's no good sporting event without the fanbase and the crowd. Thankfully it's not football season yet til late August/September so we'll have to see where this goes, but the Olympics may not happen this year if corona continues to get worse from here. The last time the US didn't participate in the Olympics was in 1980 I believe (don't remember what the reason was), but if the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo were cancelled it would be cancelled for the whole world. 2020 is turning out to be a crazy bizarre year so far, and yeah as you can already tell within the first 3 months of this year, I can take 2019 any day.

Hand sanitizer section in my local Walmart was also empty with only a few hand soap bottles available (but those are probably gonna be taken as well). There are now over 11 cases of the virus around my area. It's so insane how much this virus has spread; it really has affected everyday life.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 5:36 am


Hand sanitizer section in my local Walmart was also empty with only a few hand soap bottles available (but those are probably gonna be taken as well)
It is the same over here, I have from a previous wholesale shopping trip a huge container of Carex, that will do for the meantime, and I alternate my hand washing with normal soap.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/11/20 at 5:37 am


Hand sanitizer section in my local Walmart was also empty with only a few hand soap bottles available (but those are probably gonna be taken as well). There are now over 11 cases of the virus around my area. It's so insane how much this virus has spread; it really has affected everyday life.


And what does toilet paper have to do with the virus? How are people going wipe themselves?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 5:42 am


And what does toilet paper have to do with the virus? How are people going wipe themselves?
Just pure panic of the fear of running out of household essentials.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Coachella music festival postponed

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 6:47 am

One of the world's biggest music festivals has been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak. Coachella was set to take place next month in the California desert with Rage Against The Machine and Frank Ocean among the headliners. The event's organiser Goldenvoice has now postponed it until October, at the request of local health authorities. They hope to feature most of the same acts that were originally slated for April, reported the LA Times. Latest figures show the US has more than 1,000 confirmed cases of the disease and 28 deaths.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51829199

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/11/20 at 7:59 am

My school stopped using clip boards to sign out and now we’re using paper. We’re also not allowed to use the share table at lunch until further notice. And my workplace is now requiring us to do mandatory hand washing training (I work at Wendy’s). A high school near me closed because of the coronavirus.

EDIT: One of my classes just implemented hand sanitizer. It’s against the wall.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Biggest daily rise as UK cases reach 456

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 9:37 am

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in the UK has now reached 456, the biggest rise in a single day. The Department of Health confirmed there had been 83 more cases since Tuesday. Six patients with coronavirus have died in hospitals in the UK. It comes as NHS England plans to expand the number of people it can test in a day to 10,000, up from 1,500. Confirmation of positive test results will also be sped up with most people receiving them within 24 hours.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51839106

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Google tells staff to work at home

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 10:48 am

Google's parent company Alphabet has asked its North American staff to work from home to reduce the potential spread of the coronavirus. Last week the tech giant sent a memo to staff recommending that employees in Washington state work from home. It has now expanded that request to all of its almost 100,000 workers across 11 office in the US and Canada. Alphabet is the latest company to make such an announcement as US coronavirus cases have risen to almost 1,000.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51828782

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/11/20 at 10:57 am

Dow's down 1,000 points because of hopes fading of Trump's plan: https://www.marketwatch.com/story/stock-futures-slide-after-tuesdays-rebound-2020-03-10?mod=home-page

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/11/20 at 11:26 am

It’s confirmed in Michigan now. MSU has switched to online only classes.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/11/20 at 11:32 am

I wonder how many people have gotten this virus and already recovered, as will be the case with most. They should be announcing that figure too, to balance out the mass hysteria perpetrated by the media.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 12:00 pm


I wonder how many people have gotten this virus and already recovered, as will be the case with most. They should be announcing that figure too, to balance out the mass hysteria perpetrated by the media.
At first there was reports of people recovering, but true as you say, we are not being informed of this detail.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Confirmed as pandemic by World Health Organization

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 12:03 pm

The coronavirus outbreak has been labelled a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO). WHO chief Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the number of cases outside China had increased 13-fold over the past two weeks. He said he was "deeply concerned" by "alarming levels of inaction" over the virus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-51839944

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Confirmed as pandemic by World Health Organization

Written By: Sman12 on 03/11/20 at 12:33 pm


The coronavirus outbreak has been labelled a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO). WHO chief Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the number of cases outside China had increased 13-fold over the past two weeks. He said he was "deeply concerned" by "alarming levels of inaction" over the virus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-51839944


I feel like he's implying the U.S., considering that we have a lack of testing kits for the country so far.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 1:02 pm


I feel like he's implying the U.S., considering that we have a lack of testing kits for the country so far.
The UK has testing kits, and caims to be testing 10,000 per day, if we have them surely the US must do too?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In sport

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 2:13 pm

Formula 1
Two members of the Haas Formula 1 team and one from McLaren are in self-isolation after being tested for coronavirus at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne.

Football
No Arsenal players or staff will be tested for coronavirus after the postponement of Wednesday's Premier League game against Manchester City. The match was cancelled after Olympiakos owner Evangelos Marinakis said he had contracted the virus.

Cricket
Worcestershire have cancelled their scheduled pre-season trip to the United Arab Emirates because of concerns about the risk of coronavirus. The team were due to be in Abu Dhabi from 18 to 29 March to play five days of cricket against Somerset. But they have followed the lead of Lancashire, who on Monday called off a trip to Dubai and South Africa.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/11/20 at 5:06 pm

Just got back from a 3-day trip. I brought a box of rubber gloves with me. Any time I had to pump gas, I put on the rubber gloves to prevent picking up anything that might be on the pump. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 5:22 pm


Just got back from a 3-day trip. I brought a box of rubber gloves with me. Any time I had to pump gas, I put on the rubber gloves to prevent picking up anything that might be on the pump. :o
Exactly, you did the right thing, but did you still handle coins and money?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/11/20 at 5:35 pm


Exactly, you did the right thing, but did you still handle coins and money?


With my rubber gloves yes. I always use protection.

When I got home, I dumped all the coins into a bowl with chlorine bleach.

Also before I drove the company vehicle, I wiped it down big-time with Clorox wipes.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/11/20 at 5:36 pm


Exactly, you did the right thing, but did you still handle coins and money?


I’ll also be using credit card more often, to reduce having to handle possibly contaminated money.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/20 at 5:39 pm


I’ll also be using credit card more often, to reduce having to handle possibly contaminated money.
O0

The wise choice, and to the better,

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/11/20 at 6:14 pm


The UK has testing kits, and caims to be testing 10,000 per day, if we have them surely the US must do too?


Definitely not as much: https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2020/03/coronavirus-testing-numbers/607714/

The CDC literally tested over 4,500 nationwide so far, and for comparison, South Korea already over 200,000 people. We are not prepared for this so far.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/11/20 at 6:28 pm


Definitely not as much: https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2020/03/coronavirus-testing-numbers/607714/

The CDC literally tested over 4,500 nationwide so far, and for comparison, South Korea already over 200,000 people. We are not prepared for this so far.  :\'(


In South Korea they have drive-thru testing stations instead of having people go through the emergency room. South Korea, like China, is seeing a decline in number of new cases. People can learn a lot of lessons from it without having to be draconian as China.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/11/20 at 6:58 pm

Everyone is going crazy here today. Was told by our college intern that all Michigan universities followed suit and cancelled physical classes for a month. The local high school is considering canceling classes. Stores are out of tp and other things. Our hospital was already strained with this worse than usual flu season but this will really do them in. We are not designed for that. Airports and seaports are being talked about but the road tripper from cross country in any direction is free as a bird and that’s what’s coming very soon. Tourism and summer residents is this areas biggest business. Our clinics are already pushed beyond capacity during summer months. This summer is going to be a nightmare. The virus itself I think isn’t as bad as some of the stuff we already have to deal with like meningitis. It’s the panic and strain it’s putting on daily life that concerns me. Thankfully all I do for the most part is go from work to home. Working late hours again. Taking a break from the drafting screen for a minute.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/11/20 at 7:16 pm

So two big scares for me today, one general and one personal.

First the general. It looks like we got our first case of community transmission in Ontario. The Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada held a conference in downtown Toronto and proudly boasted of its 10,000+ people attendance from 132 countries in the year of our lord 2020. A man from Sudbury in Northern Ontario, about 425 kilometres (265 miles) north of Toronto, who attended the conference was diagnosed with COVID-19 today and has no recent history of leaving the country. It's next to impossible to impossible that he was the only one who caught it there. I'm expecting things to blow up over the next couple of weeks.  :-X

And now the personal. My hometown of Hamilton, Ontario got its first case today. It was a cancer doctor who had just arrived from the US. She talked to and handled patients all day yesterday. My aunt went to that same cancer hospital yesterday. Thankfully she had a different doctor and was in a different wing of the hospital. She's one of the people I'm scared for most, since she is 65 and is a multiple times cancer survivor, so she's not in the best of health. This s**t is getting scary.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: violet_shy on 03/11/20 at 8:09 pm

It's a pandemic. That's not good at all.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: nally on 03/11/20 at 8:16 pm


It's a pandemic. That's not good at all.

I totally agree :-[ :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/11/20 at 8:27 pm

Tom Hanks and his wife has got the coronavirus!!!  :-\\ :-\\: https://variety.com/2020/film/news/tom-hanks-rita-wilson-coronavirus-1203531498/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/11/20 at 8:31 pm

Looks like Trump is suspending all travel from Europe excluding the UK, starting Friday for 30 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/11/20 at 8:43 pm

NBA season has been suspended.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/11/20 at 8:44 pm

Yooo I'm really getting worried now. Before I was cautious and not worried but now I'm actually like lowkey worried. There's just so much going on bruh. I can't wait until it's all over.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/11/20 at 8:53 pm


Tom Hanks and his wife has got the coronavirus!!!  :-\\ :-\\: https://variety.com/2020/film/news/tom-hanks-rita-wilson-coronavirus-1203531498/



NBA season has been suspended.  :o

Damn, this is insane. 2020 has been one of the worst years in recent history and we're only 3 months in.

Wow, can we go back to 2019? :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/11/20 at 8:54 pm


Looks like Trump is suspending all travel from Europe excluding the UK, starting Friday for 30 days.


He said he was gonna ban cargo and trade too. ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/11/20 at 9:04 pm


Damn, this is insane. 2020 has been one of the worst years in recent history and we're only 3 months in.

Wow, can we go back to 2019? :-X

Maybe I should become a Christian again so I can pray to God to go back to 2019. This sh!t is wayy out of control.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/11/20 at 9:21 pm

2020 can screw itself. Such an absolute dumpster fire of current events.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: batfan2005 on 03/11/20 at 9:23 pm


Maybe I should become a Christian again so I can pray to God to go back to 2019. This sh!t is wayy out of control.


Rather than looking back it's better to look forward at this point. The signs are becoming clearer that the end of the world is getting closer. As a Christian you can look forward to being in a better place, eventually. My faith is what keeps me positive during these difficult times.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 03/11/20 at 9:24 pm

The Presidential Oval Office Address:


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You know sh!t is getting serious when Trump is addressing a major issue from the Oval Office and is not mocking nor belittling anybody or anything :(.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LooseBolt on 03/11/20 at 9:29 pm

He sounds a bit under the weather himself. Makes you wonder if that finally got him to take this seriously.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/11/20 at 9:30 pm

Welp, humanity...we had a good run :-[ :-X.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/11/20 at 9:36 pm


Rather than looking back it's better to look forward at this point. The signs are becoming clearer that the end of the world is getting closer. As a Christian you can look forward to being in a better place, eventually. My faith is what keeps me positive during these difficult times.


Coronavirus is bad but it's not going to end the world obviously. The fatality rate is estimated around 2%, so 98% of humanity will survive (assuming 100% of people get infected, an impossible scenario). If you know anyone that already suffers many health problems or is 60+ then you should be taking precautions though because you could infect them and they are the most at-risk

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/11/20 at 9:39 pm


Rather than looking back it's better to look forward at this point. The signs are becoming clearer that the end of the world is getting closer. As a Christian you can look forward to being in a better place, eventually. My faith is what keeps me positive during these difficult times.

That was more of a joke but thanks for the positive advice ;D I just hope this is all old news by like August 2020. It’s going to be old news at some point so that’s good.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: mc98 on 03/11/20 at 9:41 pm

There were worse pandemics in the past so this is pretty tame compared to the Black Plague and Spanish Flu. Still though, be careful and stay safe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/11/20 at 9:47 pm


There were worse pandemics in the past so this is pretty tame compared to the Black Plague and Spanish Flu. Still though, be careful and stay safe.

Well, we don't know how worse this will get :-X.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: mqg96 on 03/11/20 at 9:57 pm

I don't want to sound like a conspiracy theorist or anything, but, it's crazy to me how within the blink of an eye, grade schools and colleges can be shutdown or switched to full online in a heartbeat, countries worldwide can be put on immediate lock down, all European countries can be banned from traveling to the US accept for the UK. Oh, it doesn't stop there. Major events can be cancelled or postponed nationwide. NCAA basketball games can't be attended (games with empty stands that's right) and how a major league (the NBA) can be suspended because a Jazz player got infected. This is because of a major virus outbreak going on, but the way all this happened is so stunning. We may not have the Olympics this year (which only happens once every 4 years). You ask yourself, what if something like this happens again because of something else major that happens in the future but not because of a virus outbreak. Hopefully it doesn't. Like others have said, this year has been absolute trash so far, but it's not just how the year has started, it's how the decade has started. That speaks bigger volumes to me.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: mqg96 on 03/11/20 at 9:58 pm


That was more of a joke but thanks for the positive advice ;D I just hope this is all old news by like August 2020. It’s going to be old news at some point so that’s good.


College Football and NFL are my favorite sports, which don't start til late August/September so hopefully this is gone by then. I believe H1N1 (which was bad but not on the level of corona) lasted thru the Fall so we better hope corona doesn't last that long or this year will remain chaotic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/11/20 at 9:59 pm

I’m basically doing the same as I would anyway because getting the flu or the god awful norovirus is something I really don’t want either. Maybe not quite as severe but are much more likely to get. Already had flu 2 or 3 times this season and norovirus once or twice last season. Hey it finally broke my old habit of biting my nails. And stuff like that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/11/20 at 10:02 pm


College Football and NFL are my favorite sports, which don't start til late August/September so hopefully this is gone by then. I believe H1N1 (which was bad but not on the level of corona) lasted thru the Fall so we better hope corona doesn't last that long or this year will remain chaotic.


I paid $200 for a ticket to Bon Jovi as a birthday present to myself in July so hopefully that ends up still being a go.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/11/20 at 10:02 pm


I don't want to sound like a conspiracy theorist or anything, but, it's crazy to me how within the blink of an eye, grade schools and colleges can be shutdown or switched to full online in a heartbeat, countries worldwide can be put on immediate lock down, all European countries can be banned from traveling to the US accept for the UK. Oh, it doesn't stop there. Major events can be cancelled or postponed nationwide. NCAA basketball games can't be attended (games with empty stands that's right) and how a major league (the NBA) can be suspended because a Jazz player got infected. This is because of a major virus outbreak going on, but the way all this happened is so stunning. We may not have the Olympics this year (which only happens once every 4 years). You ask yourself, what if something like this happens again because of something else major that happens in the future but not because of a virus outbreak. Hopefully it doesn't. Like others have said, this year has been absolute trash so far, but it's not just how the year has started, it's how the decade has started. That speaks bigger volumes to me.


I too wonder if this is the "new normal".  This is a virus that has only minor consequences to all but a very small segment of the population, so why all the hysteria? Very, very strange.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/11/20 at 10:05 pm


I don't want to sound like a conspiracy theorist or anything, but, it's crazy to me how within the blink of an eye, grade schools and colleges can be shutdown or switched to full online in a heartbeat, countries worldwide can be put on immediate lock down, all European countries can be banned from traveling to the US accept for the UK. Oh, it doesn't stop there. Major events can be cancelled or postponed nationwide. NCAA basketball games can't be attended (games with empty stands that's right) and how a major league (the NBA) can be suspended because a Jazz player got infected. This is because of a major virus outbreak going on, but the way all this happened is so stunning. We may not have the Olympics this year (which only happens once every 4 years). You ask yourself, what if something like this happens again because of something else major that happens in the future but not because of a virus outbreak. Hopefully it doesn't. Like others have said, this year has been absolute trash so far, but it's not just how the year has started, it's how the decade has started. That speaks bigger volumes to me.


The disease grows exponentially, which is difficult for the human mind to comprehend. It looks small but it comes at you fast and blows up in your face. In Italy when they had around 50 infections they were very cavalier about it and laughing about it at the coffee shops and saying it was like the flu. 1 month later and there are 1000 dead, 13000 infected and the country is on lockdown. And those numbers are gonna look small in 2 weeks time.  :-\\

I read a report they don't have enough ventilators in the hospitals in Lombardy to keep everyone alive, which is the reason why the death rate in Italy is so much higher in China (where they took decisive action quickly).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/11/20 at 10:09 pm


The disease grows exponentially, which is difficult for the human mind to comprehend. It looks small but it comes at you fast and blows up in your face. In Italy when they had around 50 infections they were very cavalier about it and laughing about it at the coffee shops and saying it was like the flu. 1 month later and there are 1000 dead, 13000 infected and the country is on lockdown. And those numbers are gonna look small in 2 weeks time.  :-\\


We even have industrial equipment we ordered from Italy that we can’t get because it’s in quarantine. It’s affecting more than just peoples health.

That’s what’s going to happen up here. Our hospital capacity is already being strained due to flu. And the summer people aren’t even here yet. We have entire towns that nearly shut down for winter but are a zoo of people in the summer. I sure hope I don’t end up needing to go there again for digestive problems or anything really. Downstate currently has capacity but by the sound of it that might not be for long. Getting my esophagus fixed might have to wait.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/11/20 at 10:18 pm


The disease grows exponentially, which is difficult for the human mind to comprehend. It looks small but it comes at you fast and blows up in your face. In Italy when they had around 50 infections they were very cavalier about it and laughing about it at the coffee shops and saying it was like the flu. 1 month later and there are 1000 dead, 13000 infected and the country is on lockdown. And those numbers are gonna look small in 2 weeks time.  :-\\

I read a report they don't have enough ventilators in the hospitals in Lombardy to keep everyone alive, which is the reason why the death rate in Italy is so much higher in China (where they took decisive action quickly).


Italy also closed all shops except for grocery stores, this is crazy....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/11/20 at 10:21 pm

The phrase the media is using, "social distancing", as a preventative measure,  is chilling. Talk about dystopian!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/11/20 at 10:25 pm


I too wonder if this is the "new normal".  This is a virus that has only minor consequences to all but a very small segment of the population, so why all the hysteria? Very, very strange.


Because a. The CDC still has a lack of testing kits and people with the virus can still be undetected

b. The virus is not treatable and is more deadlier than the flu (according to Fauci)

c. Even if kids and young adults are more likely to survive, they can be able to infect older people without showing any symptoms

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 03/11/20 at 10:27 pm

Here's how the US health care system makes it harder to stop coronavirus

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/11/20 at 10:38 pm

IT WAS WRITTEN :o

https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/89506914_715329677683_8952443043101802496_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&_nc_sid=110474&_nc_ohc=q7DeJPOcngEAX903Ccn&_nc_ht=scontent-lga3-1.xx&oh=342138a11586f5de5a54d033275b808f&oe=5E8F8B8A

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: mc98 on 03/11/20 at 10:45 pm


IT WAS WRITTEN :o

https://scontent-lga3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/89506914_715329677683_8952443043101802496_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&_nc_sid=110474&_nc_ohc=q7DeJPOcngEAX903Ccn&_nc_ht=scontent-lga3-1.xx&oh=342138a11586f5de5a54d033275b808f&oe=5E8F8B8A

Look at the above text where it says a flesh-eating disease will spread in 2010, it's B.S. That is a coincidence but honestly, I don't trust people that give end of the world signs in specific dates.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/11/20 at 10:47 pm


Look at the above text where it says a flesh-eating disease will spread in 2010, it's B.S. That is a coincidence but honestly, I don't trust people that give end of the world signs in specific dates.

Of course, it's a coincidence but it's scary how accurate it is.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: thatretroman53 on 03/11/20 at 10:48 pm


IT WAS WRITTEN :o

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Wow! That's chilling to read! Almost makes you wonder weather some things are a coincidences.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/11/20 at 11:27 pm

Let’s hope it’s fully accurate and goes away promptly.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 12:21 am


Let’s hope it’s fully accurate and goes away promptly.
Yes, please!!!!!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK expected to move to 'delay' phase

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 12:22 am

The government is set to announce that it is stepping up its response to the coronavirus. The UK is expected to switch to tactics aimed at delaying its spread, rather than containing the disease, when the government's emergency committee meets. It comes after the World Health Organization labelled the outbreak of the disease as a pandemic.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51845861

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 3:19 am


Wow! That's chilling to read! Almost makes you wonder weather some things are a coincidences.
There is another Coronavirus literary reference, in the Asterix series about Gaulish warriors, written by René Goscinny and illustrated by Albert Uderzo.

https://www.connexionfrance.com/var/connexion/storage/images/_aliases/articleimage/media/images/web/asterix-and-coronavirus2/993137-1-eng-GB/asterix-and-coronavirus.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 3:23 am


NBA season has been suspended.  :o
I fear that the cricket season in the UK will go in the same direction.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/12/20 at 4:54 am


Just pure panic of the fear of running out of household essentials.



Yesterday, they went out the door.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/12/20 at 4:56 am


Just got back from a 3-day trip. I brought a box of rubber gloves with me. Any time I had to pump gas, I put on the rubber gloves to prevent picking up anything that might be on the pump. :o


Did you touch anything else? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/12/20 at 4:58 am


2020 can screw itself. Such an absolute dumpster fire of current events.


I know, I agree with you.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: batfan2005 on 03/12/20 at 5:06 am


That was more of a joke but thanks for the positive advice ;D I just hope this is all old news by like August 2020. It’s going to be old news at some point so that’s good.


It will become old news when we have our next mass shooting or terrorist attack, or natural disaster, or potentially economic collapse.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/12/20 at 5:33 am


Did you touch anything else? ???


Just the inside of my rubber gloves. 🧤 🥊

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 5:42 am


Just the inside of my rubber gloves. 🧤 🥊
...and you still washed your hands when you got home?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 6:39 am


Italy also closed all shops except for grocery stores, this is crazy....
Pharmacists in Italy stay open too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 7:02 am


The Presidential Oval Office Address:


You know sh!t is getting serious when Trump is addressing a major issue from the Oval Office and is not mocking nor belittling anybody or anything :(.
With the US President Donald Trump announcing sweeping travel restrictions on 26 European countries in a bid to combat the spread of the coronavirus, I trust that there are already restrictions on travel to and from China and South Korea?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Schools and colleges to close in Republic of Ireland

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 7:05 am

Schools, colleges and other public facilities in the Republic of Ireland are to close in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak. Taoiseach (Irish prime minister) Leo Varadkar said the measures would take effect from 18:00 on Thursday to 29 March. The first death linked to coronavirus has been recorded in the Republic of Ireland. The elderly woman died in a Dublin hospital on Wednesday. Mr Varadkar said schools, colleges and childcare facilities will close from Friday. He said indoor mass gatherings of more than 100 people and outdoor gatherings of more than 500 people should be cancelled. He added that where it is possible to work remotely people should do so.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-51850811

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In Formula 1

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 7:44 am

McLaren have withdrawn from this weekend's season-opening Australian Grand Prix after a team member tested positive for coronavirus. McLaren said the infected team member was now self-isolating in Australia. The manufacturer added its choice to withdraw was "based on a duty of care" to F1 stakeholders. The coronavirus outbreak, now declared a pandemic, has led to widespread disruption of sporting fixtures around the world.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/12/20 at 8:53 am

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Welcome to Black Thursday.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: batfan2005 on 03/12/20 at 9:59 am


Damn, this is insane. 2020 has been one of the worst years in recent history and we're only 3 months in.

Wow, can we go back to 2019? :-X


And not just this year but this could just be a sign of how the entire decade is going to be. One thing after another.


The disease grows exponentially, which is difficult for the human mind to comprehend. It looks small but it comes at you fast and blows up in your face. In Italy when they had around 50 infections they were very cavalier about it and laughing about it at the coffee shops and saying it was like the flu. 1 month later and there are 1000 dead, 13000 infected and the country is on lockdown. And those numbers are gonna look small in 2 weeks time.  :-\\

I read a report they don't have enough ventilators in the hospitals in Lombardy to keep everyone alive, which is the reason why the death rate in Italy is so much higher in China (where they took decisive action quickly).


And the culture of being relaxed and worry free is really biting them. They are really paying the price for it now. I don't hear much news about China, S. Korea, or Japan now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 10:07 am


And the culture of being relaxed and worry free is really biting them. They are really paying the price for it now. I don't hear much news about China, S. Korea, or Japan now.
Philippines' Duterte announces 'lockdown' of Manila to fight coronavirus

https://www.thestar.com.my/news/world/2020/03/12/philippines039-duterte-announces-039lockdown039-of-manila-to-fight-coronavirus

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/12/20 at 10:28 am


It will become old news when we have our next mass shooting or terrorist attack, or natural disaster, or potentially economic collapse.


This entire hoo-hah will blow itself out in a matter of weeks at most. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/12/20 at 10:34 am



And the culture of being relaxed and worry free is really biting them. They are really paying the price for it now. I don't hear much news about China, S. Korea, or Japan now.


Japan still has increases (https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20200312_39/amp.html), but both China and South Korea have their cases slowed down.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/12/20 at 10:38 am


This entire hoo-hah will blow itself out in a matter of weeks at most.


Nah, it's gonna get worse. Sooner or later we'll all be infected or know someone who's infected, so it's not like a terrorist attack that people forget about in a couple of days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 10:45 am


Japan still has increases (https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20200312_39/amp.html), but both China and South Korea have their cases slowed down.
Yet we still are not informed of the recovery rate.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US chat shows to film without audience

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 10:47 am

The Ellen DeGeneres Show will not be filmed in front of a live studio audience amid the coronavirus outbreak. Other US chat shows hosted by Jimmy Fallon, Stephen Colbert, Seth Myers, Trevor Noah and John Oliver will also stop filming in front of audiences. In all cases, the shows indicated no staff members had been taken ill, but producers felt performing with live crowds would not be safe. There are 1,135 cases of the virus across the US, with 38 deaths so far.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51850450

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/12/20 at 10:51 am


Nah, it's gonna get worse. Sooner or later we'll all be infected or know someone who's infected, so it's not like a terrorist attack that people forget about in a couple of days.


Yeah, but then they will get better and life goes on. Big deal. You never knew anybody who was temporarily sick before? Only a tiny and specific percentage of the population is at serious risk.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 10:58 am


Yeah, but then they will get better and life goes on. Big deal. You never knew anybody who was temporarily sick before? Only a tiny and specific percentage of the population is at serious risk.

Well, the economy is collapsing so no. This pandemic is different, something that the world hasn't seen since the Spanish Flu.

Also, there is the potential for hundreds of thousands to millions of deaths being possible here in the US alone.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/12/20 at 10:59 am


Yeah, but then they will get better and life goes on. Big deal. You never knew anybody who was temporarily sick before? Only a tiny and specific percentage of the population is at serious risk.


Aren't you a 60 something? You're part of the population that's at serious risk.  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 11:01 am


McLaren have withdrawn from this weekend's season-opening Australian Grand Prix after a team member tested positive for coronavirus. McLaren said the infected team member was now self-isolating in Australia. The manufacturer added its choice to withdraw was "based on a duty of care" to F1 stakeholders. The coronavirus outbreak, now declared a pandemic, has led to widespread disruption of sporting fixtures around the world.
The Australian Grand Prix has now been postponed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/12/20 at 11:05 am


Aren't you a 60 something? You're part of the population that's at serious risk.  :-X



Well if I'm not overly worried, somebody as young as you certainly shouldn't be. In one form or another I've seen all this before, it's just that they make it all so much bigger now. These things too shall pass.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 11:18 am



Well if I'm not overly worried, somebody as young as you certainly shouldn't be. In one form or another I've seen all this before, it's just that they make it all so much bigger now. These things too shall pass.

Really? You've seen in your lifetime entire countries being shutdown over a virus and major sport leagues around the world suspending their seasons and having infected players?

I'm not saying that you should be completely on edge but this is NOTHING that any of us have ever seen before. This is on another level and it's getting worse.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/12/20 at 11:23 am



Well if I'm not overly worried, somebody as young as you certainly shouldn't be. In one form or another I've seen all this before, it's just that they make it all so much bigger now. These things too shall pass.


I'm not so much worried about myself (although getting sick always sucks) but I'm worried about bringing the disease home to my 62 year old father or my little sister who has many health problems and has had brushes with death several times.

We all need to start thinking about each other (instead of just ourselves) in times like this. This disease spreads via community indiscriminately and doesn't care about any particular individual. Maybe I won't get sick, but it's good that I took precautions and didn't became a vector for others to die or unnecessarily burdened the healthcare system. If we all do our part we can stop this thing, like they did in China and South Korea.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 11:32 am


I'm not so much worried about myself (although getting sick always sucks) but I'm worried about bringing the disease home to my 62 year old father or my little sister who has many health problems and has had brushes with death several times.

We all need to start thinking about each other (instead of just ourselves) in times like this. This disease spreads via community indiscriminately and doesn't care about any particular individual. Maybe I won't get sick, but it's good that I took precautions and didn't became a vector for others to die or unnecessarily burdened the healthcare system. If we all do our part we can stop this thing, like they did in China and South Korea.

Yeah, I'm young and relatively healthy so the virus probably won't affect me much. However, I live with my mother and stepfather who are both in their late 50s. My stepfather has some underlying health problems and while my mother is relatively healthy she did have asthma as a child. I don't want the virus the reach them or any of our neighbors. This is serious.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/12/20 at 11:33 am


Really? You've seen in your lifetime entire countries being shutdown over a virus and major sport leagues around the world suspending their seasons and having infected players?

I'm not saying that you should be completely on edge but this is NOTHING that any of us have ever seen before. This is on another level and it's getting worse.


It's the REACTION that is different, not so much the cause. That's what I mean by everything being made bigger.  You say "its getting worse". Do you mean the virus or the reaction? More and more things being cancelled and closed. That's a reaction. The majority of people this thing spreads to will recover. Case closed. I am as concerned as anybody else over the truly at risk, many of them being my peer group, but it still doesn't warrant this utter hysteria. But it's the new normal. We will see more of this and you won't be saying it's something you haven't seen before.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 11:36 am


It's the REACTION that is different, not so much the cause. That's what I mean by everything being made bigger.  You say "its getting worse". Do you mean the virus or the reaction? More and more things being cancelled and closed. That's a reaction. The majority of people this thing spreads to will recover. Case closed. I am as concerned as anybody else over the truly at risk, many of them being my peer group, but it still doesn't warrant this utter hysteria. But it's the new normal. We will see more of this and you won't be saying it's something you haven't seen before.

Fair enough but still the rapid spread of this virus in the past 48 hours is insane. Also, we don't know how many people are infected but don't know it yet. In the US, the testing capacity is very inadequate and our healthcare system is broken.

THIS. IS. SERIOUS.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/12/20 at 11:40 am


  our healthcare system is broken.


Well you won't get any argument out of me on THAT.  :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 11:47 am

Canada's PM Justin Trudeau and his wife, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, are self-isolating after she started exhibiting symptoms of the COVID-19 virus, according to reports.

Well, Slowpoke, it's about to get even realer for you up there in Canada :o.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 03/12/20 at 11:48 am

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The conference itself begins at the 46 minute mark. I implore all of you to watch it, if you get the chance.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/12/20 at 11:49 am


It's the REACTION that is different, not so much the cause. That's what I mean by everything being made bigger.  You say "its getting worse". Do you mean the virus or the reaction? More and more things being cancelled and closed. That's a reaction. The majority of people this thing spreads to will recover. Case closed. I am as concerned as anybody else over the truly at risk, many of them being my peer group, but it still doesn't warrant this utter hysteria. But it's the new normal. We will see more of this and you won't be saying it's something you haven't seen before.


It is because of the different disease profile. Not all diseases are the same obviously.

I lived through 2003 SARS; Canada was the worst affected non-Chinese country. When someone got SARS, it was obvious almost right away (3-4 days) and they would be isolated immediately, which slowed the spread. Their chance of death was a whooping 20%. A lot of people who got it did die – but this was a blessing in disguise because they wouldn't go on to infect other people.

Compare that to COVID-19. People don't start showing symptoms sometimes two weeks after they caught it; some don't show symptoms at all but they are still spreading it and infecting other people. The death rate of 2-3% seems innocuous, that is until you realize a lot more people are going to be infected all at once, the healthcare system will collapse, and will leave millions of dead in its wake. That's why the imperative is to minimize infections.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 11:55 am


Canada's PM Justin Trudeau and his wife, Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, are self-isolating after she started exhibiting symptoms of the COVID-19 virus, according to reports.

Well, Slowpoke, it's about to get even realer for you up there in Canada :o.

Trudeau's wife recently returned from a trip to London.

Yet, Trump doesn't have the UK on the travel restriction list? It made no sense before but even more now :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/12/20 at 11:56 am


Yeah, I'm young and relatively healthy so the virus probably won't affect me much. However, I live with my mother and stepfather who are both in their late 50s. My stepfather has some underlying health problems and while my mother is relatively healthy she did have asthma as a child. I don't want the virus the reach them or any of our neighbors. This is serious.

My 26 year old brother has asthma and he has a nine month old son. Hopefully it won’t affect him.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 03/12/20 at 12:07 pm


It is because of the different disease profile. Not all diseases are the same obviously.

I lived through 2003 SARS; Canada was the worst affected non-Chinese country. When someone got SARS, it was obvious almost right away (3-4 days) and they would be isolated immediately, which slowed the spread. Their chance of death was a whooping 20%. A lot of people who got it did die – but this was a blessing in disguise because they wouldn't go on to infect other people.

Compare that to COVID-19. People don't start showing symptoms sometimes two weeks after they caught it; some don't show symptoms at all but they are still spreading it and infecting other people. The death rate of 2-3% seems innocuous, that is until you realize a lot more people are going to be infected all at once, the healthcare system will collapse, and will leave millions of dead in its wake. That's why the imperative is to minimize infections.


I agree. And what is unfortunate has been the United States' response to this crisis. Payroll tax cuts are not going to help when people begin to get laid off from their jobs. Shutting down travel from Europe to the United States is a little too late (and why is the U.K strangely an exception to this ban ???). The virus needs to be contained. Every single day that we are waiting around for these test kits to roll out, we dramatically increase the risk of more & more people getting in contact with the virus, never knowing it, due to the symptoms not being apparent until 14 days after contraction. I have friends whom work in the healthcare industry and in hospitals, and they are getting Coronavirus tests for free. This is a pandemic, and the only way to truly alleviate the damage and carnage that this virus will continue to have in society at large is for there to be;

A) An emergency fund to help working Americans whom may be laid off and or on paid sick leave

B) Have the government push for free tests for the populace to get a hold of. Also, subsidize insurance companies to insure that they don't roll in copays for people that simply just want to get tested

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C) Guarantee paid-sick leave for those whom have contracted the virus through law. Right now in our current system, this is only offered through the discretion of the company. Thus, many people in contract positions end up getting screwed because of this. The government has to work with the CDC and state governments to offset the economic costs to allow Americans to have paid sick leave without the fears of losing their jobs


Overall, say what you want about the response from other countries, but they're at least doing their best and they're getting the ball moving. They are willing to take proactive measures in trying to quarantine families, even towns and cities, in hopes of trying to contain the virus. The pace of how fast this pandemic has spread in the States and how incompetent our leaders have been in addressing this crisis, is a major indictment to the American health care system. It's time that we stop treating the discussion of adopting Universal Health Care as a 'political issue' and we need to discuss this as more of a public health imperative.


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We have to make sure that everybody, right now, feels free when you’re sick to go to a doctor, regardless of your income. And you know what? The government will pay that bill. Number two, we are the only major country on Earth not to guarantee paid medical leave. If you can believe it, there are people who are sick today, who may actually believe they have symptoms of the coronavirus who are going to work because they have no income. ... We have got to do what every other country on Earth does and guarantee paid family and medical leave and do it right now on an emergency basis.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 12:49 pm


My 26 year old brother has asthma and he has a nine month old son. Hopefully it won’t affect him.
I am in self-isolation right now, yesterday I woke up sweating and a different form of cough, but still a wet cough, not dry as one of the symptoms of Covid-19, and revealing for the first time online here, I suffer from asthma too, and with my age, I have to be careful, so I am avoiding going out.

Subject: Coronavirus: People with fever or persistent cough told to self-isolate

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 12:53 pm

Anyone with a new persistent cough or high temperature is now advised to self-isolate for seven days, as the UK government moves to the "delay" phase of its plan to tackle coronavirus. From Friday, school trips abroad will be banned, and older people and those with pre-existing health conditions have been told not to go on cruises. PM Boris Johnson said it was "the worst public health crisis for a generation". In total, 10 people have now died in the UK with the virus. There have been 596 confirmed cases across the country. However, the actual number of people infected could be between 5,000 and 10,000, the government's chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance said. Announcing the measures after an emergency Cobra meeting, Mr Johnson said: "Some people compare it to seasonal flu, alas that is not right. Owing to the lack of immunity, this disease is more dangerous. "It is going to spread further and I must level with you, I must level with the British public, many more families are going to lose loved ones before their time." The number of UK cases rose by more than 100 on Thursday, up from 456 on Wednesday - with 491 in England, 60 in Scotland, 20 in Northern Ireland and 25 in Wales. As of 09:00 GMT, a total of 29,764 people had been tested for the virus in the UK.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51857856

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 12:54 pm

A man who was awaiting results on a coronavirus test learned midair, on a JetBlue flight from New York to Palm Beach, that he had tested positive, officials said (according to the New York Times).


You see why so many people are panicking? This man KNEW that he was feeling sick and he probably knew that he had coronavirus and HE STILL CHOSE TO FLY ON AN AIRPLANE AND PROBABLY ENDED UP INFECTED OTHER PEOPLE.

ARE YOU KIDDING ME? WHY ARE THERE SO MANY STUPID AND SELFISH PEOPLE IN THIS WORLD? >:( 8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/12/20 at 12:56 pm


Trudeau's wife recently returned from a trip to London.

Yet, Trump doesn't have the UK on the travel restriction list? It made no sense before but even more now :-\\


She'll most likely get tested. We've been pretty good about that up here. They're allowing in-home testing too here in Ontario. Hopefully we can get those drive-thru tests too for asymptomatic people. It's important to know who's been infected and who's come into contact with the infected. That's the best way to control this; the fact we don't know who's infected is what makes it so deadly.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 12:56 pm


A man who was awaiting results on a coronavirus test learned midair, on a JetBlue flight from New York to Palm Beach, that he had tested positive, officials said (according to the New York Times).


You see why so many people are panicking? This man KNEW that he was feeling sick and he probably knew that he had coronavirus and HE STILL CHOSE TO FLY ON AN AIRPLANE AND PROBABLY ENDED UP INFECTED OTHER PEOPLE.

ARE YOU KIDDING ME? WHY ARE THERE SO MANY STUPID AND SELFISH PEOPLE IN THIS WORLD????  >:( 8-P
Exactly, he should had stayed at home!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/12/20 at 1:14 pm


A man who was awaiting results on a coronavirus test learned midair, on a JetBlue flight from New York to Palm Beach, that he had tested positive, officials said (according to the New York Times).


You see why so many people are panicking? This man KNEW that he was feeling sick and he probably knew that he had coronavirus and HE STILL CHOSE TO FLY ON AN AIRPLANE AND PROBABLY ENDED UP INFECTED OTHER PEOPLE.

ARE YOU KIDDING ME? WHY ARE THERE SO MANY STUPID AND SELFISH PEOPLE IN THIS WORLD? >:( 8-P

Wow, imagine being that much of a dumbass.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 3:15 pm

Ohio is closing ALL K-12 schools (public, private and charter) starting Monday. The closure will last until April 3rd, according to Ohio Governor Mike DeWine.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/12/20 at 3:17 pm


Ohio is closing ALL K-12 schools (public, private and charter) starting Monday. The closure will last until April 3rd, according to Ohio Governor Mike DeWine.

Are the schools going to switch online or something? And if not, does that also mean their last day of school gets pushed further back?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 3:23 pm


Are the schools going to switch online or something? And if not, does that also mean their last day of school gets pushed further back?

Nope. There will be no online classes. School will be out. Ohio's governor is calling it an "extended Spring Break".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 3:39 pm

Well, I live in New York City and Mayor Bill de Blasio has just announced a state of emergency here in NYC. Governor Cuomo had already announced one for the rest of the state.

The Mayor says there are 95 confirmed cases in NYC, up from 62 yesterday :-\\.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 3:44 pm

The NCAA has just cancelled both the men's and women's March Madness basketball tournaments.

March Madness but also now March Sadness :\'(.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 3:52 pm

EVEN MORE BREAKING NEWS:

*Maryland is closing ALL public K-12 schools until March 27th, starting on Monday.

*Disneyland (in Anaheim, California) will be CLOSED, according to the Walt Disney Company.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Ripley on 03/12/20 at 4:12 pm


I am in self-isolation right now, yesterday I woke up sweating and a different form of cough, but still a wet cough, not dry as one of the symptoms of Covid-19, and revealing for the first time online here, I suffer from asthma too, and with my age, I have to be careful, so I am avoiding going out.

Oh no I’m sorry you’re in my thoughts 😔

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 4:17 pm

*Atlanta public schools will be closing for the rest of the month, stating on Monday.

*The Canadian province of Ontario has announced that all public schools will be closed from March 14th until April 5th.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Ripley on 03/12/20 at 4:22 pm

I work for Walmart. I think that’s the first time I said it on here. Well it’s a neighborhood market. Anyway, these a holes don’t care if you’re on your death bed, bring your iv with you cause you have to work. We can acquire only a few call ins within 6 months and we get fired. Yeah we have leave of absence but they won’t approve it for all associates over what’s going on. And a person has to have a very serious condition to use it or something else like maternity leave. Plus, in most cases it’s unpaid. Therefore, I have to work. I’ll continue to be around potential carriers cause I need a job. I know this affects others who work with the public. 😔

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Sman12 on 03/12/20 at 4:24 pm

This is like the 9/11 of illnesses. Everything's systematically cancelled or postponed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/12/20 at 4:32 pm

All public schools in Ontario closed until April. My little sisters jumping up and down in joy. I'm glad we're taking proactive steps, I think we only have one confirmed case of community transmission, but we've seen from Italy it starts from one and blows up fast.


Not sure if now's the time for me to stop going to the gym. Gonna wait a bit. I was already working from home most the time even before the virus broke out, it's all optional now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: karen on 03/12/20 at 4:38 pm

Does anyone know if this is worse than swine flu was back in 2009? As in more cases/more fatal.

Just that I don't recall quite this much panic/cancellations etc

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/12/20 at 5:06 pm

Is there any chance that InThe00s.com will be closed due to the coronavirus? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 5:14 pm


Is there any chance that InThe00s.com will be closed due to the coronavirus? ???
As long as you keep you mouse and keyboard wiped and kept clean.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/12/20 at 5:15 pm

I'm at Costco right now and it's insanely crowded. There was a line up for tissues (toilet paper, paper towels, tissue boxes etc.), only one allowed per customer. One Chinese man went in the line multiple times and got called out "You put that back. Because of you Chinese people this is happening in Canada". I agree he shouldn't have done that but that was uncalled for. This disease is not a reason to throw away your morality people (that goes for both). >:(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/12/20 at 5:27 pm


Is there any chance that InThe00s.com will be closed due to the coronavirus? ???


At this rate it might be the only thing open. Which is fine with me if I end up having to stay home for whatever reason.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 5:29 pm


At this rate it might be the only thing open. Which is fine with me if I end up having to stay home for whatever reason.
We are all each at a distance from each other so no chance of catching anything from each others sneezes.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In UK sport

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 5:33 pm

Arsenal football manager Mikel Arteta has tested positive for coronavirus, and after training today the whole team squad has gone into self-isolation.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/12/20 at 5:34 pm


Is there any chance that InThe00s.com will be closed due to the coronavirus? ???



As long as you keep you mouse and keyboard wiped and kept clean.


I always use protection so I suppose I should be OK. Although maybe I should get one of those rubber keyboard covers just to make sure.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/12/20 at 5:39 pm


I'm at Costco right now and it's insanely crowded. There was a line up for tissues (toilet paper, paper towels, tissue boxes etc.), only one allowed per customer. One Chinese man went in the line multiple times and got called out "You put that back. Because of you Chinese people this is happening in Canada". I agree he shouldn't have done that but that was uncalled for. This disease is not a reason to throw away your morality people (that goes for both). >:(


Wow, it's really that bad up in Canada. Even the PM and his wife is in isolation because the wife is being tested for the virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 03/12/20 at 5:43 pm


Is there any chance that InThe00s.com will be closed due to the coronavirus? ???


Why would it? There's no way we could catch it online.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/12/20 at 5:44 pm


Why would it? There's no way we could catch it online.

LOL. Maybe the virus could cause cyber addiction.  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/12/20 at 6:08 pm


Why would it? There's no way we could catch it online.


Well you never know. There is still so much that’s unknown about COVID.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/12/20 at 6:13 pm

Disney delays "Mulan" and "New Mutants" due to coronavirus fears: https://www.theverge.com/2020/3/12/21176748/mulan-new-mutants-movie-delay-disney-china-coronavirus-black-widow-marvel-pandemic

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dundee on 03/12/20 at 6:15 pm

Wow was this not a good year to release the Chinese princess' live action movie sadly enough

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/12/20 at 6:20 pm


Wow was this not a good year to release the Chinese princess' live action movie sadly enough
Today in London the UK premier of "Mulan" was held, due to the current situation, the glitzy red carpet was cancelled, but the screening still took place.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 6:36 pm


Well you never know. There is still so much that’s unknown about COVID.

LOL, a medical virus can't be spread online. C'mon man, stop it ;D.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/12/20 at 6:48 pm


LOL, a medical virus can't be spread online. C'mon man, stop it ;D.


That reminds me of when I was a kid and my friend refused to call me because he thought I could sneeze through the phone.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/12/20 at 7:32 pm

Just imagine in like 10-15 years, this whole virus epidemic is going to be seen as a big part of history. We're going to be telling our kids about the time schools had to close because of a virus, and about a time where people literally stacked up on toilet paper for some reason. It's going to be weird as hell.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/12/20 at 7:34 pm

They canceled The Juno and Canadian Screen Actors Awards and the Prime Minister and his family has self quarantined. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: AmericanGirl on 03/12/20 at 7:55 pm

We had tickets for the hockey game tomorrow - now cancelled!  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 8:14 pm


We had tickets for the hockey game tomorrow - now cancelled!  :\'(

Which game?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/12/20 at 8:18 pm

Damn cancel culture is big this year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/12/20 at 8:26 pm

Toronto's St. Patrick's Day parade cancelled. Thank God–I thought they were going to be stubborn enough to go through with it. If Ireland and Boston have cancelled it then there's no excuse for anyone else.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: piecesof93 on 03/12/20 at 8:58 pm

This is the real cancel culture people love to complain about.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 9:07 pm

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's wife has tested POSITIVE for the coronavirus. Wow :-X.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/12/20 at 9:38 pm


Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's wife has tested POSITIVE for the coronavirus. Wow :-X.


Why you reporting Canadian news before me  :-X

Anyway, this is really sad. I hope they both get through this, I really like the Trudeau family.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: piecesof93 on 03/12/20 at 9:39 pm


Damn cancel culture is big this year.

Damn beat me to the joke

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 9:45 pm


Why you reporting Canadian news before me  :-X

Anyway, this is really sad. I hope they both get through this, I really like the Trudeau family.  :-\\

Sorry man. It's just that I'm basically constantly searching for updates ;D.

Anyways, yeah, I really hope that the Trudeau family has a healthy recovery from this :-\\.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/12/20 at 9:59 pm

Going by the numbers, it looks like Italy will surpass China either tomorrow or after tomorrow in confirmed active cases (as in, excluding people who've recovered or died).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: AmericanGirl on 03/12/20 at 10:54 pm


Which game?


Thanks for asking - our annual Chicago Blackhawks game was supposed to be tomorrow - we had a whole weekend planned around it.  Sad.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/12/20 at 11:05 pm

This is what I was trying to explain about exponential growth. The disease might seem small potatoes now and but it's only mere days away from becoming devastating.

Kas0tIxDvrg

I recommend skeptics watch this video. It's heavy on math, but ignore the stuff you don't understand and keep it in the back of your head. Please watch it until the end. Get to the 8:17 mark and you will understand why it's imperative we all take precautions, practise good hygiene and avoid large social gatherings. WE CAN STOP THIS THING. We can prevent tens of millions of deaths. But we all have to do our part.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/12/20 at 11:18 pm

All schools in Michigan closed for 3 weeks. With everything shutting down I wonder if this is going to trigger the next Great Depression.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 03/12/20 at 11:34 pm

Informative interview:

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/12/20 at 11:40 pm


Thanks for asking - our annual Chicago Blackhawks game was supposed to be tomorrow - we had a whole weekend planned around it.  Sad.

Oh no, that really sucks. What will you and your family be doing now? Staying home? :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 1:54 am


I am in self-isolation right now, yesterday I woke up sweating and a different form of cough, but still a wet cough, not dry as one of the symptoms of Covid-19, and revealing for the first time online here, I suffer from asthma too, and with my age, I have to be careful, so I am avoiding going out.
I woke up fine, still coughing, self-isolation continues.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Glastonbury 2020 uncertainty

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 2:46 am

Dua Lipa, the Pet Shop Boys and Mabel will all play the Glastonbury Festival this summer - provided it isn't cancelled because of the coronavirus. More than 90 names were added to the line-up on Thursday, joining headliners Taylor Swift and Sir Paul McCartney. US rap star Kendrick Lamar will top the bill on Friday, with Supergrass, Lana Del Rey and AJ Tracey also due to play. Emily Eavis said organisers had "fingers firmly crossed" the event would go ahead in June. She said she was releasing a poster of the line-up "with the best intentions" given "the current circumstances". "As things stand we are still working hard to deliver our 50th anniversary festival in June and we are very proud of the bill that we have put together over the last year or so," she said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51860319

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In sport

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 3:06 am

In the UK
The UK government is considering banning sporting fixtures amid the coronavirus outbreak - but it will not happen immediately.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/51859553

Golf
The Players Championship in Florida has been cancelled after one round with organisers saying it was "the right thing to do" in order to safeguard against the spread of coronavirus.

Football
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and England and Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi test positive.
Chelsea and Arsenal squads self-isolating.
UEFA to discuss possible Euro 2020 postponement on Tuesday.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Disneyland and Universal Studios to close

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 4:06 am

Disneyland and Universal Studios to close for the rest of the month because of coronavirus

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-03-12/disney-other-theme-parks-stay-open-as-california-urges-ban-on-large-gatherings

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): On the London Underground

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 5:13 am

PA reports that the Tube driver who tested positive for coronavirus works on the Jubilee Line, but has been off work this week after coming back from holiday in Vietnam. A message sent to staff said he had been self-isolating, and had now tested positive for Covid-19. A Transport for London (TfL) spokesman tells PA that he wasn't working in a customer-facing area. "The areas where the driver worked are being cleaned, including the depot and the trains, in line with guidance from Public Health England with whom we are working closely," they add.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/13/20 at 6:16 am


Going by the numbers, it looks like Italy will surpass China either tomorrow or after tomorrow in confirmed active cases (as in, excluding people who've recovered or died).


Italy is getting hammered hard. The doctors need all the help and support they can get.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Glastonbury 2020 uncertainty

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/13/20 at 6:55 am


Dua Lipa, the Pet Shop Boys and Mabel will all play the Glastonbury Festival this summer - provided it isn't cancelled because of the coronavirus. More than 90 names were added to the line-up on Thursday, joining headliners Taylor Swift and Sir Paul McCartney. US rap star Kendrick Lamar will top the bill on Friday, with Supergrass, Lana Del Rey and AJ Tracey also due to play. Emily Eavis said organisers had "fingers firmly crossed" the event would go ahead in June. She said she was releasing a poster of the line-up "with the best intentions" given "the current circumstances". "As things stand we are still working hard to deliver our 50th anniversary festival in June and we are very proud of the bill that we have put together over the last year or so," she said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51860319

YOOO I thought you were gonna say that Dua Lipa has the coronavirus now.  :o I almost panicked LOL

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/13/20 at 7:46 am


...and you still washed your hands when you got home?


or just use a small amount of hand sanitizer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/13/20 at 7:47 am


This entire hoo-hah will blow itself out in a matter of weeks at most.



more like months.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: Howard on 03/13/20 at 7:51 am


A man who was awaiting results on a coronavirus test learned midair, on a JetBlue flight from New York to Palm Beach, that he had tested positive, officials said (according to the New York Times).


You see why so many people are panicking? This man KNEW that he was feeling sick and he probably knew that he had coronavirus and HE STILL CHOSE TO FLY ON AN AIRPLANE AND PROBABLY ENDED UP INFECTED OTHER PEOPLE.

ARE YOU KIDDING ME? WHY ARE THERE SO MANY STUPID AND SELFISH PEOPLE IN THIS WORLD? >:( 8-P


He should've stayed home.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/13/20 at 7:53 am


Is there any chance that InThe00s.com will be closed due to the coronavirus? ???


No that would never happen.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/13/20 at 7:55 am


That reminds me of when I was a kid and my friend refused to call me because he thought I could sneeze through the phone.


You can't catch a cold through the phone.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 7:57 am


You can't catch a cold through the phone.  ::)
Cough and sneeze particles on the phone?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/13/20 at 7:58 am

Yesterday, Stop N Shop ran out of bottled water, toilet paper was nearly gone and cleaners too as well.  :o

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In sport

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 8:36 am


All English elite football suspended until at least 3 April
England's cricket tour to Sri Lanka is called off
Uefa suspends Champions League and Europa League
F1 season to be suspended until May
Scottish football postponed until further notice

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In sport

Written By: Sman12 on 03/13/20 at 8:38 am



All English elite football suspended until at least 3 April
England's cricket tour to Sri Lanka is called off
Uefa suspends Champions League and Europa League
F1 season to be suspended until May
Scottish football postponed until further notice



I can't believe we're actually seeing sports, an escape from every day life, close down like this. It's very freaky, but very understandable. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 8:40 am


I can't believe we're actually seeing sports, an escape from every day life, close down like this. It's very freaky, but very understandable. :o
Can it be compared to a World War, where all gatherings and sports were cancelled?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/13/20 at 9:01 am


Can it be compared to a World War, where all gatherings and sports were cancelled?


I would actually compare the reactions more to 9/11, because lots of people, from what I've seen, said that the 90s culture ended when the terrorist attacks took place. This feels like a decade-defining event to me right now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 9:31 am


I would actually compare the reactions more to 9/11, because lots of people, from what I've seen, said that the 90s culture ended when the terrorist attacks took place. This feels like a decade-defining event to me right now.
Indeed, NYC was on lock down, planes were grounded, and the whole wide world had the air of expectation.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/13/20 at 11:03 am


I would actually compare the reactions more to 9/11, because lots of people, from what I've seen, said that the 90s culture ended when the terrorist attacks took place. This feels like a decade-defining event to me right now.

9/11 was more of a temporary and shorter delay. Also, it was mostly NYC on shutdown.

This has shutdown basically the ENTIRE world. Airports all over the world barely have any people in them and major sports leagues are shutting down for months.

That's never happened outside of the 2 World Wars.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/13/20 at 11:20 am

I fear this will trigger the next Great Depression. Shutting down the economy like this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/13/20 at 11:21 am


9/11 was more of a temporary and shorter delay. Also, it was mostly NYC on shutdown.

This has shutdown basically the ENTIRE world. Airports all over the world barely have any people in them and major sports leagues are shutting down for months.

That's never happened outside of the 2 World Wars.


Yeah, I think there are more shutdowns here than 9/11, but I also think it's comparable to 9/11 because here in America, we don't know how worse things might get with the virus (like post-9/11 terrorism threats); especially with the lack of testing kits in the U.S.

South Korea tests over 20,000 a day, and we only have about 5,000 tested. ABYSMAL.  >:(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/13/20 at 11:35 am

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez has tested positive for COVID-19 (coronavirus).

He attended a meeting with Brazilian President Bolsonaro and Donald Trump 4 days ago.

It highly likely that Donald Trump has COVID-19 as well (but is hiding it).

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK local elections postponed for a year

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 11:35 am

The government has announced that May's local and mayoral elections in England will be postponed for a year due to the coronavirus outbreak. Local elections were due to take place for around 118 English councils, the London Assembly, the Mayor of London and seven English regional mayors.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-51876269

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 11:36 am


Miami Mayor Francis Suarez has tested positive for COVID-19 (coronavirus).

He attended a meeting with Brazilian President Bolsonaro and Donald Trump 4 days ago.

It highly likely that Donald Trump has COVID-19 as well (but is hiding it).
Mr Trump is due to make a statement to the press about Coronavirus today at 7pm (GMT) UK time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/13/20 at 11:38 am


Yeah, I think there are more shutdowns here than 9/11, but I also think it's comparable to 9/11 because here in America, we don't know how worse things might get with the virus (like post-9/11 terrorism threats); especially with the lack of testing kits in the U.S.

South Korea tests over 20,000 a day, and we only have about 5,000 tested. ABYSMAL.  >:(


With 9/11 at least here if you didn’t watch the news you wouldn’t have known anything was going on. Other than gas gouging for about 12 hours.

This is affecting a lot and this is just the start.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 03/13/20 at 11:54 am

I made thread in the Politics sub-board about the United State's healthcare system, in light of the Covid19 pandemic, in case anybody would like to contribute:

http://www.inthe00s.com/index.php?topic=61175.0

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London Marathon postponed due to outbreak

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 12:11 pm

London Marathon postponed due to outbreak of Coronavirus, and now will take place on Sunday October 4th this year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/13/20 at 1:06 pm

People are saying that Trump has came in contact with people who've been infected with the virus. It could be possible that Trump might have it too.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 1:09 pm


People are saying that Trump has came in contact with people who've been infected with the virus. It could be possible that Trump might have it too.  :o



Miami Mayor Francis Suarez has tested positive for COVID-19 (coronavirus).

He attended a meeting with Brazilian President Bolsonaro and Donald Trump 4 days ago.

It highly likely that Donald Trump has COVID-19 as well (but is hiding it).

Mr Trump is due to make a statement to the press about Coronavirus today at 7pm (GMT) UK time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/13/20 at 1:50 pm


Cough and sneeze particles on the phone?


It's only going to make your phone full of germs.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/13/20 at 1:52 pm


I would actually compare the reactions more to 9/11, because lots of people, from what I've seen, said that the 90s culture ended when the terrorist attacks took place. This feels like a decade-defining event to me right now.


I think this is what they're going to talk about for the next couple of years.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/13/20 at 1:52 pm


Indeed, NYC was on lock down, planes were grounded, and the whole wide world had the air of expectation.



And public transportation is still running as usual.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/13/20 at 1:55 pm

Wow, going food shopping with My Father today was such mass hysteria!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/13/20 at 2:02 pm


Miami Mayor Francis Suarez has tested positive for COVID-19 (coronavirus).

He attended a meeting with Brazilian President Bolsonaro and Donald Trump 4 days ago.

It highly likely that Donald Trump has COVID-19 as well (but is hiding it).


The Miami mayor now has it? Wow.

My brothers' school districts just closed now.

This is quite a life-changing moment for all of us.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/13/20 at 2:05 pm


The Miami mayor now has it? Wow.

My brothers' school districts just closed now.

This is quite a life-changing moment for all of us.

My school just closed for 2 weeks.  :o :o :o

I swear we are living in a horror movie and it’s fu@king crazy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/13/20 at 2:10 pm

Looks like the UK has decided to take a different approach to many other countries - schools and businesses will stay open, there are no bans on large gatherings, no plans to quarantine people en masse. The government’s plan is to delay the peak until the summer when the healthcare system is better able to cope, and also build herd immunity by effectively allowing up to 80% of the population to become infected.

I guess we’ll see in due course how effective this is but lead psychologists in the UK don’t think people here will adhere to quarantine measures for longer than 2 weeks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 2:11 pm


Wow, going food shopping with My Father today was such mass hysteria!  :o
Something to look forward to when I next go shopping.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/13/20 at 2:12 pm


Looks like the UK has decided to take a different approach to many other countries - schools and businesses will stay open, there are no bans on large gatherings, no plans to quarantine people en masse. The government’s plan is to delay the peak until the summer when the healthcare system is better able to cope, and also build herd immunity by effectively allowing up to 80% of the population to become infected.
The UK start the procedure of washing hands very early during the infection, and it seems that Italy did not, hence the greater number of fatalities.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/13/20 at 2:13 pm


The UK start the procedure of washing hands very early during the infection, and it seems that Italy did not, hence the greater number of fatalities.

I honestly think Italy is a good case on how not to respond tbh. They already had an epidemic when they introduced quarantine measures so it was too little too late. Now their economy could shrink by up to 10% and they are still recording big rises in infections.

The Korean approach is probably the best - they haven’t shut down the entire country but have been mass testing the population instead.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/13/20 at 2:25 pm


I honestly think Italy is a good case on how not to respond tbh. They already had an epidemic when they introduced quarantine measures so it was too little too late. Now their economy could shrink by up to 10% and they are still recording big rises in infections.

The Korean approach is probably the best - they haven’t shut down the entire country but have been mass testing the population instead.


Intriguing. I think we should follow the Korean model.

Wilmington, Delaware already has a drive-thru test, so we could see more of that in the country.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/13/20 at 4:03 pm

My moms at work. People are going crazy!!!! People panicking and buying everything they can get their hands on.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/13/20 at 4:06 pm


The Miami mayor now has it? Wow.

My brothers' school districts just closed now.

This is quite a life-changing moment for all of us.

Where do you live?


Looks like the UK has decided to take a different approach to many other countries - schools and businesses will stay open, there are no bans on large gatherings, no plans to quarantine people en masse. The government’s plan is to delay the peak until the summer when the healthcare system is better able to cope, and also build herd immunity by effectively allowing up to 80% of the population to become infected.

I guess we’ll see in due course how effective this is but lead psychologists in the UK don’t think people here will adhere to quarantine measures for longer than 2 weeks.

That's not a good plan. Boris Johnson is an...you know what...I'd rather not say.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/13/20 at 4:11 pm


Where do you live?
That's not a good plan. Boris Johnson is an...you know what...I'd rather not say.

I don’t think shutting everything down is a good plan either in the long run. And in this case Johnson is simply listening to what experts here are telling him. Our chief scientific advisor thinks this will likely be a seasonal infection and that mass quarantine is ultimately pointless because another epidemic will simply start once everyone goes back to work or school.

Senior behavioural psychologists also believe a national quarantine would only be effective for a few weeks, after that people will start getting frustrated and ignore the quarantine. We’re not an authoritarian state like China, unless we’re willing to line the streets with armed soldiers people will ultimately do what they want.

Honestly I’m pretty happy having minimal disruption to my daily life. Hopefully we come out of this in a stronger position than other countries relatively speaking.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/13/20 at 4:36 pm


I don’t think shutting everything down is a good plan either in the long run. And in this case Johnson is simply listening to what experts here are telling him. Our chief scientific advisor thinks this will likely be a seasonal infection and that mass quarantine is ultimately pointless because another epidemic will simply start once everyone goes back to work or school.

Senior behavioural psychologists also believe a national quarantine would only be effective for a few weeks, after that people will start getting frustrated and ignore the quarantine. We’re not an authoritarian state like China, unless we’re willing to line the streets with armed soldiers people will ultimately do what they want.

Honestly I’m pretty happy having minimal disruption to my daily life. Hopefully we come out of this in a stronger position than other countries relatively speaking.

There's NO EVIDENCE yet that this be a "seasonal infection". NONE.

That's why preventative measures is better than his plan. I'm not saying to just shut every single thing down yet like in Italy but more preventative measures is necessary.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/13/20 at 4:48 pm


There's NO EVIDENCE yet that this be a "seasonal infection". NONE.

That's why preventative measures is better than his plan. I'm not saying to just shut every single thing down yet like in Italy but more preventative measures is necessary.

There’s no evidence for much of anything yet, this virus is still poorly understood and we don’t know how it will evolve over time. Like I said, I think the Korean response is the best, but between doing relatively little and shutting everything down, I prefer the former. Places like Italy are going to be completely screwed economically.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LooseBolt on 03/13/20 at 4:53 pm


People are saying that Trump has came in contact with people who've been infected with the virus. It could be possible that Trump might have it too.  :o


Considering the number of people testing positive after meeting with him, I wouldn’t be surprised to learn he’s infecting them rather than the other way around.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/13/20 at 4:54 pm


There’s no evidence for much of anything yet, this virus is still poorly understood and we don’t know how it will evolve over time. Like I said, I think the Korean response is the best, but between doing relatively little and shutting everything down, I prefer the former. Places like Italy are going to be completely screwed economically.

This virus is going to screw up the economy of the entire world.

Anyways, I understand your stance on this situation.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/13/20 at 5:36 pm


Where do you live?

Pennsylvania, and they closed all of the schools here.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 03/13/20 at 5:50 pm

Most of the colleges, libraries, and some other public places here have closed. Doesn't look like its getting any better. But hopefully it will someday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 03/13/20 at 5:52 pm

^ I hope so too. In fact, I just found out that the library where I volunteer is also going to be closed tomorrow (but I don't know how long). I wasn't even planning on going there tomorrow anyways.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/13/20 at 6:28 pm


^ I hope so too. In fact, I just found out that the library where I volunteer is also going to be closed tomorrow (but I don't know how long). I wasn't even planning on going there tomorrow anyways.


The CDC wasn't lying when they said that life here in America will be disrupted.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/13/20 at 6:50 pm

Another Iranian muckity muck, Nasser Shabani (brigadier general in the Terrorist Revolutionary Guard) bit it yesterday from coronavirus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/13/20 at 7:03 pm

They have closed practically every upcoming event around here for the near future.  There aren't a ton of traditional jobs here, a lot of people get by from revenue generated by tourism and events.  On one hand it will be nice not having to deal with rude people, traffic jams, hotels and camprgounds booked solid, etc...  But I do feel for the people who will have to find another way to get themselves through next winter.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/13/20 at 7:09 pm


Another Iranian muckity muck, Nasser Shabani (brigadier general in the Terrorist Revolutionary Guard) bit it yesterday from coronavirus.


You can see Iranian mass graves for coronavirus victims from space https://www.space.com/iran-coronavirus-graves-satellite-images.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 03/13/20 at 7:23 pm


The CDC wasn't lying when they said that life here in America will be disrupted.

The reason I mentioned the library is that I've been a volunteer at my local branch for 7+ years, and for most of that span I have been going there on the weekends to help out... but this weekend ain't gonna be one of those weekends.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 03/13/20 at 7:26 pm


The reason I mentioned the library is that I've been a volunteer at my local branch for 7+ years, and for most of that span I have been going there on the weekends to help out... but this weekend ain't gonna be one of those weekends.


You can catch something quickly at the library because everyone is close by. Good thing they are closing! Most of the libraries here have closed already.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 03/13/20 at 7:29 pm


You can catch something quickly at the library because everyone is close by. Good thing they are closing! Most of the libraries here have closed already.

Yes, and you don't know which materials (books, dvds, etc) get touched, even when they're on the shelves.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/13/20 at 8:09 pm


I don’t think shutting everything down is a good plan either in the long run. And in this case Johnson is simply listening to what experts here are telling him. Our chief scientific advisor thinks this will likely be a seasonal infection and that mass quarantine is ultimately pointless because another epidemic will simply start once everyone goes back to work or school.

Senior behavioural psychologists also believe a national quarantine would only be effective for a few weeks, after that people will start getting frustrated and ignore the quarantine. We’re not an authoritarian state like China, unless we’re willing to line the streets with armed soldiers people will ultimately do what they want.

Honestly I’m pretty happy having minimal disruption to my daily life. Hopefully we come out of this in a stronger position than other countries relatively speaking.


We'll see how the UK's "chickenpox party" strategy works in due time. The UK is about two weeks away from being where Italy is right now and less than a month away from where China is.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/13/20 at 10:29 pm

Toronto Comic-Con cancelled. My friends are probably gonna riot tbh.

They banned hospital visitors in Québec. Not sure about that one, I would hate it if a love one was in their final days and I couldn't see them.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: temaichi on 03/13/20 at 11:31 pm


Toronto Comic-Con cancelled. My friends are probably gonna riot tbh.

They banned hospital visitors in Québec. Not sure about that one, I would hate it if a love one was in their final days and I couldn't see them.


The Comic-con near me has been moved from March to June. :/ This is scary.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mass gatherings could be banned in UK from next week

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 12:42 am

Mass gatherings could be banned in the UK from as early as next weekend amid the outbreak of coronavirus. A government source said ministers are drawing up plans for the move - to ease pressure on emergency services. Scores of major sporting and cultural events have already been cancelled across the country in response to the pandemic. The number of confirmed cases of the virus in the UK rose to 798 on Friday and a total of 11 people have died. It is understood that ministers are working with the government's chief scientific adviser and chief medical adviser on plans to stop various types of public events.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51882897

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/14/20 at 2:00 am


Mass gatherings could be banned in the UK from as early as next weekend amid the outbreak of coronavirus. A government source said ministers are drawing up plans for the move - to ease pressure on emergency services. Scores of major sporting and cultural events have already been cancelled across the country in response to the pandemic. The number of confirmed cases of the virus in the UK rose to 798 on Friday and a total of 11 people have died. It is understood that ministers are working with the government's chief scientific adviser and chief medical adviser on plans to stop various types of public events.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51882897


I've been kind of worried because Platinum Blonde has a show at Casino Rama outside of Orillia, Sweet is opening for them, and TPH, Toronto Public Health, is telling people to avoid public gatherings with 250 people or more.
This worries me because I don't want to purchase a ticket to the show and find out that the show's been canceled or postponed at the very last minute.  But I also don't want to take a chance of getting sick in an enclosed environment.
It's sort of a catch 22.  Do I go and take a chance on getting sick or do I wait and see what the venue and the bands want to do? ::) I'm kind of frazzled at this point because I just don't know what to do?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 2:25 am


I've been kind of worried because Platinum Blonde has a show at Casino Rama outside of Orillia, Sweet is opening for them, and TPH, Toronto Public Health, is telling people to avoid public gatherings with 250 people or more.
This worries me because I don't want to purchase a ticket to the show and find out that the show's been canceled or postponed at the very last minute.  But I also don't want to take a chance of getting sick in an enclosed environment.
It's sort of a catch 22.  Do I go and take a chance on getting sick or do I wait and see what the venue and the bands want to do? ::) I'm kind of frazzled at this point because I just don't know what to do?
Best to stay at home, keeping safe away for crowds.

Subject: Coronavirus: New Zealand brings in 'world's toughest border restrictions'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 2:35 am

New Zealand will require everyone arriving in the country to isolate themselves for 14 days in an effort to stop the spread of coronavirus. New Zealand has just six confirmed cases of COVID-19, the illness caused by the virus. But Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the new rules, which come in from midnight Sunday local time, will mean New Zealand has the toughest restrictions in the world.

https://news.sky.com/story/coronavirus-new-zealand-brings-in-worlds-toughest-border-restrictions-to-fight-outbreak-11957379

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mosques call worshippers to 'pray from home'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 5:52 am

Ordinarily Muslim worshippers are called to pray by a muezzin who recites phrases asking people to come pray in the mosque. It's a staple part of the day in many Muslim countries. But now, as many countries try to reduce the risk of infection, some mosques are asking worshippers to pray from home. This highly unusual call to prayer has been heard in Kuwait.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Jet2 cancels all flights to Spain

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 6:00 am

All Jet2 flights to mainland Spain and the Canary Islands have been cancelled with immediate effect, the British low-cost airline has announced. It operates flights from nine UK airports. On Friday Spain declared a national emergency, closings bars, shops and restaurants. "We are contacting our customers who are currently in these destinations, and who are due to travel, to advise them of their options, so we urge customers not to call us," the company said in a statement. Flight tracking website Flight Radar 24 shows seven planes turning around mid-air to return to Britain.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Spanish coronavirus cases up by 1,500 in a day

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 7:16 am

Coronavirus cases in Spain rise by 1,500 to more than 5,700, public health officials say.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51888936

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mosques call worshippers to 'pray from home'

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 7:21 am


Ordinarily Muslim worshippers are called to pray by a muezzin who recites phrases asking people to come pray in the mosque. It's a staple part of the day in many Muslim countries. But now, as many countries try to reduce the risk of infection, some mosques are asking worshippers to pray from home. This highly unusual call to prayer has been heard in Kuwait.

Get ready for riots over this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Spanish coronavirus cases up by 1,500 in a day

Written By: Sman12 on 03/14/20 at 8:22 am


Coronavirus cases in Spain rise by 1,500 to more than 5,700, public health officials say.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51888936


That's so terrible. A few weeks ago, no one was really talking about Spain and now look where we are.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tokyo Olympics will go ahead, says Japan's PM

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 8:56 am

Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said the Tokyo Olympic Games will go ahead as planned in July, despite coronavirus concerns resulting in the postponement of sporting events. Abe added the International Olympic Committee (IOC) will have the final decision whether Tokyo 2020 goes ahead. "We will overcome the spread of the infection and host the Olympics without problem, as planned," Abe said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/olympics/51888491

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What it does to the body

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 9:07 am

Coronavirus only emerged in December last year, but already the world is dealing with a pandemic. For most the disease is mild, but some people die. So how is the virus attacking the body, why are some people being killed and how is it treated?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-51214864

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Spanish coronavirus cases up by 1,500 in a day

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 9:27 am


That's so terrible. A few weeks ago, no one was really talking about Spain and now look where we are.


It is what it is.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/14/20 at 9:28 am


I've been kind of worried because Platinum Blonde has a show at Casino Rama outside of Orillia, Sweet is opening for them, and TPH, Toronto Public Health, is telling people to avoid public gatherings with 250 people or more.
This worries me because I don't want to purchase a ticket to the show and find out that the show's been canceled or postponed at the very last minute.  But I also don't want to take a chance of getting sick in an enclosed environment.
It's sort of a catch 22.  Do I go and take a chance on getting sick or do I wait and see what the venue and the bands want to do? ::) I'm kind of frazzled at this point because I just don't know what to do?


If you buy a ticket and the show is cancelled you should get your money back. That's what happened to me a few years back when the singer I had tickets for was too ill to sing on the night

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/14/20 at 9:33 am

I went to the supermarket today.  No bleach, no toilet paper, no pasta available on the shelves and they were limiting how much of certain products you bought. I don't know exactly what was on their list, just that a man in front of me was only allowed to buy 6 cans of evaporated milk rather than the dozen he had in his trolley

General practice doctors are now not doing face to face consultations but will telephone you if you have made an appointment.

I don't see the pint of shutting schools unless there someone has tested positive.  Who is going to look after younger children? Grandparents most likely, and they are more at risk of complications. Who is going make sure teens stay at home instead of meeting up in Maccy D's or roaming round a shopping centre?  Teenagers believe they are immortal

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 9:44 am


I went to the supermarket today.  No bleach, no toilet paper, no pasta available on the shelves and they were limiting how much of certain products you bought. I don't know exactly what was on their list, just that a man in front of me was only allowed to buy 6 cans of evaporated milk rather than the dozen he had in his trolley

General practice doctors are now not doing face to face consultations but will telephone you if you have made an appointment.

I don't see the pint of shutting schools unless there someone has tested positive.  Who is going to look after younger children? Grandparents most likely, and they are more at risk of complications. Who is going make sure teens stay at home instead of meeting up in Maccy D's or roaming round a shopping centre?  Teenagers believe they are immortal
On my shopping list for Monday I have bleach and pasta, looks like I many have to shop around.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/14/20 at 10:26 am


I went to the supermarket today.  No bleach, no toilet paper, no pasta available on the shelves and they were limiting how much of certain products you bought. I don't know exactly what was on their list, just that a man in front of me was only allowed to buy 6 cans of evaporated milk rather than the dozen he had in his trolley

General practice doctors are now not doing face to face consultations but will telephone you if you have made an appointment.

I don't see the pint of shutting schools unless there someone has tested positive.  Who is going to look after younger children? Grandparents most likely, and they are more at risk of complications. Who is going make sure teens stay at home instead of meeting up in Maccy D's or roaming round a shopping centre?  Teenagers believe they are immortal


Maybe the point of closing schools is BECAUSE of the chance of kids getting the virus and possibly spreading it to their peers and faculty. And from where I live (in PA), the state is offering free meals to kids outside of school in multiple areas.

Also, in Montgomery County near me, malls and other entertainment venues have been closed for about two weeks, so teenagers really aren't going to places like that.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Nepal's government shuts off Mount Everest

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 11:38 am

Mount Everest has shut down for the rest of the expedition season because of the coronavirus outbreak. Nepal's government announced that it would cancel all climbing permits from 14 March until 30 April. China had already cancelled expeditions from the northern, Chinese-controlled, side of the mountain. According to the Kathmandu Post, Nepal earns $4m (£3.1m) by issuing Everest climbing permits every year, aside from wider tourism revenue.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-51866342

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/14/20 at 12:46 pm


Already I am in self-isolation, it is scary for me.


Are you in self-isolation because you were in contact with someone who has tested positive or out of precautionary? 


Carlos & I are usually "isolated" for the most part. I am not really worried about myself. If I get it, I'm sure I will come through it just fine. But Carlos is in his 70s and is Type 2. I have decided to put off doing normal screen testing that I am due for (mammogram, pap smear, etc.). I was wondering about using this as an excuse for not going to a birthday party that we really don't want to go to next weekend.  :D  However, we just found out that Carlos sister will be joining us next week from Puerto Rico. She may be going through another bout of breast cancer and she gets better (and faster) treatment here than she would in Puerto Rico. I am concerned about her flying-not just for her sake but for Carlos also.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/14/20 at 12:52 pm


Are you in self-isolation because you were in contact with someone who has tested positive or out of precautionary? 


Carlos & I are usually "isolated" for the most part. I am not really worried about myself. If I get it, I'm sure I will come through it just fine. But Carlos is in his 70s and is Type 2. I have decided to put off doing normal screen testing that I am due for (mammogram, pap smear, etc.). I was wondering about using this as an excuse for not going to a birthday party that we really don't want to go to next weekend.  :D  However, we just found out that Carlos sister will be joining us next week from Puerto Rico. She may be going through another bout of breast cancer and she gets better (and faster) treatment here than she would in Puerto Rico. I am concerned about her flying-not just for her sake but for Carlos also.


Cat


I hope you all stay safe from this, and keep being updated on Puerto Rico, since they're now declaring a state of emergency.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 12:53 pm


Are you in self-isolation because you were in contact with someone who has tested positive or out of precautionary? 


Carlos & I are usually "isolated" for the most part. I am not really worried about myself. If I get it, I'm sure I will come through it just fine. But Carlos is in his 70s and is Type 2. I have decided to put off doing normal screen testing that I am due for (mammogram, pap smear, etc.). I was wondering about using this as an excuse for not going to a birthday party that we really don't want to go to next weekend.  :D  However, we just found out that Carlos sister will be joining us next week from Puerto Rico. She may be going through another bout of breast cancer and she gets better (and faster) treatment here than she would in Puerto Rico. I am concerned about her flying-not just for her sake but for Carlos also.


Cat
Since Wednesday I was showing the symptoms of flu, and a different form of a cough. I already suffer from asthma, which a respiratory condition, so as a precaution I have been advised to self-isolate, and my age is not young any more.

Take good care yourselves.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/14/20 at 1:08 pm


Since Wednesday I was showing the symptoms of flu, and a different form of a cough. I already suffer from asthma, which a respiratory condition, so as a precaution I have been advised to self-isolate, and my age is not young any more.

Take good care yourselves.



Take care of yourself. I wish you a speedy recovery.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/14/20 at 1:13 pm


I hope you all stay safe from this, and keep being updated on Puerto Rico, since they're now declaring a state of emergency.


It is not so much as Puerto Rico (even though she is flying out of San Juan), but she is going through Fort Lauderdale & Boston. I don't THINK they are as bad as JFK would be but who knows.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 1:17 pm



Take care of yourself. I wish you a speedy recovery.


Cat
Thank you.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 1:19 pm


It is not so much as Puerto Rico (even though she is flying out of San Juan), but she is going through Fort Lauderdale & Boston. I don't THINK they are as bad as JFK would be but who knows.


Cat
Are the airports still open? Minute by minute, flying restrictions seem to occur.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 03/14/20 at 1:20 pm


Are the airports still open? Minute by minute, flying restrictions seem to occur.

I was wondering about that too. Maybe they're not accepting incoming flights from certain parts of the world?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US to extend travel ban to UK and Ireland

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 1:26 pm

The US is to extend its European coronavirus travel ban to include the UK and Republic of Ireland. The ban will begin at midnight EST on Monday (04:00 GMT Tuesday), Vice-President Mike Pence announced. President Trump's travel ban on 26 European countries, members of the Schengen free movement zone, came into force on Saturday. Mr Pence also announced that free coronavirus testing would be provided for every American. Speaking at the same news conference, President Trump said he had been tested himself and expected to get the results in the next 48 hours. The US has confirmed 51 deaths linked to the pandemic and 2,488 infections.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51891662

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/14/20 at 1:37 pm


Since Wednesday I was showing the symptoms of flu, and a different form of a cough. I already suffer from asthma, which a respiratory condition, so as a precaution I have been advised to self-isolate, and my age is not young any more.

Take good care yourselves.

I hope that everything is well. I wish you all the best and I hope you have a speedy recovery! O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/14/20 at 1:47 pm


Are the airports still open? Minute by minute, flying restrictions seem to occur.


As of now, yeah. But she is supposed to be coming in next Thursday so who knows what it will be then.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 1:57 pm

Just went to the local grocery store. Not to hoard, but to get ingredients for my awesome lasagna.  :P

Not a huge crowd there, the normal amount of shoppers more or less.

But the TP aisle had been almost completely stripped of product though. Pretty soon we’ll have a Black Market going in TP that rivals the cigarette market in the prison system.  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/14/20 at 2:00 pm


Just went to the local grocery store. Not to hoard, but to get ingredients for my awesome lasagna.  :P

Not a huge crowd there, the normal amount of shoppers more or less.

But the TP aisle had been almost completely stripped of product though. Pretty soon we’ll have a Black Market going in TP that rivals the cigarette market in the prison system.  ;D


Toilet paper seems to be the item to hoard for pandemics. For blizzards people run to the store for milk, bread and eggs. Even if they don't use those products when there is no blizzard. It's the rule. People must buy milk, bread and eggs at the threat of a blizzard.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 2:01 pm

Picksburgh just recorded its first two positives for the dreaded virus, a couple in their 70’s.

It’s gonna be bedlam out there.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 2:02 pm


Toilet paper seems to be the item to hoard for pandemics. For blizzards people run to the store for milk, bread and eggs. Even if they don't use those products when there is no blizzard. It's the rule. People must buy milk, bread and eggs at the threat of a blizzard.


That’s where the French have the advantage in this whole thing. They have bidets, so no need to stock up on TP.  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 03/14/20 at 2:23 pm


Since Wednesday I was showing the symptoms of flu, and a different form of a cough. I already suffer from asthma, which a respiratory condition, so as a precaution I have been advised to self-isolate, and my age is not young any more.

Take good care yourselves.


Praying for your recovery. Take it easy and don't stress it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 2:26 pm


Praying for your recovery. Take it easy and don't stress it.
Thank you.

Please remember, for me, it seems to be a bad flu, and I not been diagnosed with the virus, but jut keeping myself safe with self-isolation. I have been resting.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 03/14/20 at 2:35 pm


Thank you.

Please remember, for me, it seems to be a bad flu, and I not been diagnosed with the virus, but jut keeping myself safe with self-isolation. I have been resting.


My pleasure, but you're right, It's still good to be on the safe side. I respect the fact that you are self isolating.

Unfortunately here in 'the States', people still have this individualistic 'holier than though' personality as it pertains to how they go about their daily excursions. Even when people feel 'under the weather', our culture (and quite frankly, also our broken & massively unequal economic system) incentivizes those to still "man up" and "push through it". This is especially true when there are bills to be paid, rent checks due early every part of the month, and, overall, a society that pities perceived 'weakness'. It's literally disgusting.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/14/20 at 3:00 pm

Re: Toilet paper. We JUST switched to bamboo t.p. because it is better for the environment. It is not something that we can get around so I have been getting it on-line. I JUST bought one at the beginning of the month and we JUST opened it. Hopefully, it will last. If not, if we can't find any on-line or at the store, we still have a whole bunch of unopened boxes of kleennex from when I bought it at Costco about 2 or 3 years ago.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 4:10 pm


Re: Toilet paper. We JUST switched to bamboo t.p.
Cat


Damn, that must feel like sandpaper.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 4:11 pm


That’s where the French have the advantage in this whole thing. They have bidets, so no need to stock up on TP.  ;D
Other countries have bidets, and some other have a more traditional method.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/14/20 at 4:13 pm


Something to look forward to when I next go shopping.



At what time will you do the shopping but be prepared for craziness. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/14/20 at 4:14 pm


My moms at work. People are going crazy!!!! People panicking and buying everything they can get their hands on.


Is the world ending? is there an apocalypse?  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 4:15 pm



At what time will you do the shopping but be prepared for craziness. :o
Very early in the morning.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/14/20 at 4:16 pm


Best to stay at home, keeping safe away for crowds.



nothing much you can do at this point.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/14/20 at 4:19 pm


Just went to the local grocery store. Not to hoard, but to get ingredients for my awesome lasagna.  :P

Not a huge crowd there, the normal amount of shoppers more or less.

But the TP aisle had been almost completely stripped of product though. Pretty soon we’ll have a Black Market going in TP that rivals the cigarette market in the prison system.  ;D


How about making your own toilet paper?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 4:19 pm


Other countries have bidets, and some other have a more traditional method.


Back when I was traveling in Brasil, apparently instead of flushing their TP, there's a little box with a lid on it that sits beside the commode.  When I asked about that, they said "Yeah, our septic systems are not able to handle TP.  You put the spent TP in there".

Nevertheless, when duty called, my TP got flushed. ;D No way I was gonna pop the lid off that box to smell what had to be a nasty funk.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/14/20 at 4:20 pm


Very early in the morning.


The second I got in to work around 7am it was very crowded!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 4:23 pm


How about making your own toilet paper?


SLlCdEKiTWg

With apologies to the writers of the theme song to the TV series "Stranded"...

Stranded on a toilet bowl
What do you do when you’re stranded
And you don't have a roll?
To prove you’re a man
You must wipe with your hand
Stranded on a toilet bowl!
What do you do when you're stranded and you don't have a roll?

YOU'RE A MAN!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/14/20 at 4:40 pm


Damn, that must feel like sandpaper.  :o



Not at all. It is recycled t.p. that is like sandpaper. Bamboo is quite soft.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 4:42 pm



Not at all. It is recycled t.p. that is like sandpaper. Bamboo is quite soft.

Cat


Well I won't have to worry about the abrasiveness of "recycled TP".  Ain't gonna happen.  8-P  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/14/20 at 4:43 pm


Back when I was traveling in Brasil, apparently instead of flushing their TP, there's a little box with a lid on it that sits beside the commode.  When I asked about that, they said "Yeah, our septic systems are not able to handle TP.  You put the spent TP in there".

Nevertheless, when duty called, my TP got flushed. ;D No way I was gonna pop the lid off that box to smell what had to be a nasty funk.  :o



There were places in Greece like that, too. Also, I once met a woman who was stationed in Spain and she said it was like that, there, too. Granted this was back in the '80s so I don't know if they have upgraded their systems since that time.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 4:45 pm


How about making your own toilet paper?
Strips of newspaper?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/14/20 at 4:47 pm


Strips of newspaper?


The ink would get on your butt.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 4:48 pm


Strips of newspaper?


I'd rather use bamboo.

Although in a pinch I suppose the pages of The New York Times would suffice.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 4:49 pm


Back when I was traveling in Brasil, apparently instead of flushing their TP, there's a little box with a lid on it that sits beside the commode.  When I asked about that, they said "Yeah, our septic systems are not able to handle TP.  You put the spent TP in there".

Nevertheless, when duty called, my TP got flushed. ;D No way I was gonna pop the lid off that box to smell what had to be a nasty funk.  :o
Sometimes it is best to stay at home?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 4:49 pm


The second I got in to work around 7am it was very crowded!  :o
If I see a long queue, I will be thinking twice about shopping.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 4:50 pm



Not at all. It is recycled t.p. that is like sandpaper. Bamboo is quite soft.


Cat
I think it is best not to Google Search this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 4:56 pm


If I see a long queue, I will be thinking twice about shopping.


Then I hope you got a bidet at home.  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 4:59 pm


Then I hope you got a bidet at home.  ;D
I have previous arranged good supply.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 5:09 pm


I have previous arranged good supply.


To make it last as long as possible, you might want to consider using both sides of the paper.  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 5:12 pm


To make it last as long as possible, you might want to consider using both sides of the paper.  :-X
One sheet at a time?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 5:20 pm


One sheet at a time?


Yes, that is the best way to minimize waste.  Why use 2 sheets when 1 will get the job done?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 5:21 pm


Yes, that is the best way to minimize waste.  Why use 2 sheets when 1 will get the job done?
I was once told a very crude joke on this matter, but I will not repeat it here.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/14/20 at 5:50 pm


I think it is best not to Google Search this.


Nothing wrong with that. I did. There are places that gives the pros & cons to each type of paper.

And bamboo is made from the pulp. It grows faster than regular trees which regular paper is made from-thus it is better for the environment. Like I said, it is quite soft. I recommend it.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 5:53 pm


Nothing wrong with that. I did. There are places that gives the pros & cons to each type of paper.

And bamboo is made from the pulp. It grows faster than regular trees which regular paper is made from-thus it is better for the environment. Like I said, it is quite soft. I recommend it.


Cat
I do not think it is available over here.

...I could start a new enterprise on that matter?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/14/20 at 5:58 pm


I do not think it is available over here.

...I could start a new enterprise on that matter?


Not a bad idea.

And to make your enterprise even more environmentally friendly, you could offer an “endless roll” program, where your customers return their, uh, *consumed* product back to your factory to be recycled and shipped back to them. All for a modest shipping and recycling fee that would be lower than buying virgin TP.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 6:26 pm


Not a bad idea.

And to make your enterprise even more environmentally friendly, you could offer an “endless roll” program, where your customers return their, uh, *consumed* product back to your factory to be recycled and shipped back to them. All for a modest shipping and recycling fee that would be lower than buying virgin TP.
...but the times are now hard, with restrictions almost soon to be brought in, may be after all this has blown over.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): France and Spain announce sweeping restrictions

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 6:54 pm

Two of the EU's biggest states, France and Spain, have followed Italy in announcing emergency restrictions to combat the spread of coronavirus. France, a country of 63.5 million, ordered the closure of all non-essential places used by the public from midnight (23:00 GMT). Sweeping curbs on citizens' movements will take effect overnight in Spain, which has a population of 46.7 million. Spain is the worst-hit country in Europe after Italy. There are 191 deaths and 6,046 infections in Spain. Italy, which has recorded more than 1,440 deaths, began a nationwide lockdown on Monday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-51892477

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/14/20 at 7:08 pm

Looks like Trump tested negative for corona. ;)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/20 at 7:09 pm


Looks like Trump tested negative for corona. ;)
Just heard it on the news, and was to post the same, you beat me to it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/14/20 at 7:11 pm


Just heard it on the news, and was to post the same, you beat me to it.

Lucky bastard  8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/14/20 at 7:35 pm


The second I got in to work around 7am it was very crowded!  :o


Wow. What kind of place do you work at?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 03/14/20 at 8:17 pm


Looks like Trump tested negative for corona. ;)


Good. Love him or hate him, we should never wish ill well on anybody. Let's hope that the President actually improves on the response and does a good job in handling the crisis. We should all root for our leaders in time of crisis, and not try to dig down at each other, but also be critical when needed.


For instance: he should've never downplayed the virus in the first place. However, he seems to have sobered up a little bit, so hopefully he'll act more like a leader going forward. On a political side note, I hope he passes the bipartisan spending package in addressing paid sick-leave and testing. However, if we could also work on getting some form of Med4All for Covid19 treatment to address this crisis, that would be amazing!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/14/20 at 10:10 pm

Here the TP is gone from the shelves of every store. So people are buying rolls of paper towels, Kleenex, napkins. It’s all being rationed.

Anyone who has to resort to alternatives please be aware that you should put it in the garbage and not flush it. Unless you want it to screw up your septic system.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/14/20 at 11:56 pm


Here the TP is gone from the shelves of every store. So people are buying rolls of paper towels, Kleenex, napkins. It’s all being rationed.

Anyone who has to resort to alternatives please be aware that you should put it in the garbage and not flush it. Unless you want it to screw up your septic system.

My mom said yesterday that toilet paper in one of our local grocery stores has stripped to the bottom of the shelves.  And they're running low on frozen vegetables. ::)::)::) I think that they need to limit the number of packages of toilet paper that people can take.  Because this could cause a shortage if we're not careful.  ::) ::) ::)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Elderly to be 'shielded' as PM seeks to equip NHS

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 12:14 am

Boris Johnson is launching a drive to equip the NHS with more ventilators, as No 10 indicated it could soon step up measures to tackle the coronavirus. These include "shielding" elderly and vulnerable people - where they are kept apart from the wider population - and asking entire families to self-isolate. The government has faced pressure to do more to tackle the epidemic after the UK death toll rose to 21 on Saturday. Downing Street said it would continue to be guided by its medical experts.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51893736

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/15/20 at 12:22 am


Looks like Trump tested negative for corona. ;)


Winning.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Elderly to be 'shielded' as PM seeks to equip NHS

Written By: Sman12 on 03/15/20 at 12:23 am


Boris Johnson is launching a drive to equip the NHS with more ventilators, as No 10 indicated it could soon step up measures to tackle the coronavirus. These include "shielding" elderly and vulnerable people - where they are kept apart from the wider population - and asking entire families to self-isolate. The government has faced pressure to do more to tackle the epidemic after the UK death toll rose to 21 on Saturday. Downing Street said it would continue to be guided by its medical experts.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51893736


I'm surprised how lax the UK is dealing with this. They should already be doing more social distancing measures by this point. Almost 3 weeks ago, most of the news media didn't really focus on Italy the way that they do now (from 200 up to 21,000 atm)

Italy article from two weeks ago: https://www.cnn.com/2020/02/23/europe/italy-novel-coronavirus-spike-intl/index.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/15/20 at 12:46 am

Michigan governor has banned events where 250 or more people will be in the same enclosed area. However casinos are basically exempt because they are on indian land and don’t have to follow Michigan law if they don’t want to.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: KatanaChick on 03/15/20 at 12:55 am


Re: Toilet paper. We JUST switched to bamboo t.p. because it is better for the environment. It is not something that we can get around so I have been getting it on-line. I JUST bought one at the beginning of the month and we JUST opened it. Hopefully, it will last. If not, if we can't find any on-line or at the store, we still have a whole bunch of unopened boxes of kleennex from when I bought it at Costco about 2 or 3 years ago.


Cat

Sounds like it's more expensive.


Michigan governor has banned events where 250 or more people will be in the same enclosed area. However casinos are basically exempt because they are on indian land and don’t have to follow Michigan law if they don’t want to.

That's true. Me and a friend were planning on the St. Patrick's Day parade like we did last year, then she tells me it's cancelled.  :\'( This is ruining all the fun! Maybe not for the students who school is closed for and who get extended vacation for it all.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 2:57 am


Re: Toilet paper. We JUST switched to bamboo t.p. because it is better for the environment. It is not something that we can get around so I have been getting it on-line. I JUST bought one at the beginning of the month and we JUST opened it. Hopefully, it will last. If not, if we can't find any on-line or at the store, we still have a whole bunch of unopened boxes of kleennex from when I bought it at Costco about 2 or 3 years ago.


Cat
Here in the UK, there are reports of tinned cat food is on the panic shopping list.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Chaos hits US airports

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 3:22 am

Angry passengers have been sharing images and videos of packed airports in the US, as people returning from Europe queued for medical screening. Some speculated that the chaos could be a perfect breeding ground for coronavirus.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In the UK, isolation for over-70s 'within weeks'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 4:21 am

Action to isolate the UK's over-70s for an extended period to shield them from coronavirus is planned in the coming weeks, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has confirmed. He told Sky News the measure "is a very big ask of the elderly and vulnerable, but it is for their own protection". The government has faced pressure to do more to tackle the epidemic after the UK death toll rose to 21 on Saturday. All deaths so far have been of people over 60 or with underlying conditions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51895873

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mandatory quarantine begins in Manila, Philippines

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 5:17 am

Police and soldiers have been clearing the streets of Manila as a mandatory quarantine comes into force. Domestic flights in and out of the Philippine capital have also been halted for a month. "People are advised to stay home and not do anything," Interior Secretary Eduardo Año told reporters. There are some exceptions to the quarantine, and people who need to go to work will be allowed to do so by going through checkpoints. Buses, taxis and city trains have also been ordered to carry fewer passengers, so that people can sit at least a seat apart from each other. People with fevers aren't allowed to board. In recent days, the number of confirmed cases in the Philippines has almost doubled to 111, and eight people have died.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/15/20 at 5:59 am


Maybe the point of closing schools is BECAUSE of the chance of kids getting the virus and possibly spreading it to their peers and faculty. And from where I live (in PA), the state is offering free meals to kids outside of school in multiple areas.

Also, in Montgomery County near me, malls and other entertainment venues have been closed for about two weeks, so teenagers really aren't going to places like that.


But if they are in school you can at least trace their contacts. Whereas if they are out and about while contagious but not feeling particularly ill you don't know who they've been with.

In the UK currently everywhere is still open, though larger events are starting to be cancelled. I was at a concert last night for example

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 6:02 am


But if they are in school you can at least trace their contacts. Whereas if they are out and about while contagious but not feeling particularly ill you don't know who they've been with.
Also, having the children with their grandparents, it can be a risk.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/15/20 at 6:02 am


I do not think it is available over here.

...I could start a new enterprise on that matter?


You can buy bamboo paper here I think.  Just on-line though not in the supermarket.  A couple of friends of mine have gone seriously plastic free and recycle/refill mad and they have posted about it on Facebook

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 6:03 am


In the UK currently everywhere is still open, though larger events are starting to be cancelled. I was at a concert last night for example
I fear, there will be an announcement at any time soon.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 6:04 am


You can buy bamboo paper here I think.  Just on-line though not in the supermarket.  A couple of friends of mine have gone seriously plastic free and recycle/refill mad and they have posted about it on Facebook
...and it still has to be delivered to your home or workplace?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/15/20 at 6:05 am


...and it still has to be delivered to your home or workplace?


I expect home deliveries will switch to leaving stuff on your doorstep and just ringing the bell.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 6:06 am


Action to isolate the UK's over-70s for an extended period to shield them from coronavirus is planned in the coming weeks, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has confirmed. He told Sky News the measure "is a very big ask of the elderly and vulnerable, but it is for their own protection". The government has faced pressure to do more to tackle the epidemic after the UK death toll rose to 21 on Saturday. All deaths so far have been of people over 60 or with underlying conditions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51895873
With my current condition, what can I do at home for 4+ months?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 6:06 am


I expect home deliveries will switch to leaving stuff on your doorstep and just ringing the bell.
That seems to be the general practice now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/15/20 at 6:24 am

A lady in Cornwall has designed some postcards, offering help with dropping off shopping or just chatting on the phone to people if they are self isolating

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-51880695

Dai popped round to our neighbours with details of our phone numbers and let them know we would help if needed.  And now we have their phone number in case as well

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 6:51 am


A lady in Cornwall has designed some postcards, offering help with dropping off shopping or just chatting on the phone to people if they are self isolating

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-51880695

Dai popped round to our neighbours with details of our phone numbers and let them know we would help if needed.  And now we have their phone number in case as well
I heard of her on a radio report. Where I live, it has a very strong community based neighbours.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Nike temporarily shuts up shop

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 9:03 am

Nike is temporarily closing hundreds of stores across the world from Monday. All of its branches in the US, Canada, Western Europe, Australia and New Zealand are going to remain shut until 27 March, the company says. The company has almost 400 stores in the US alone. Nike told US media that its workers would be paid in full during this time off. Its stores in South Korea, Japan, most of China and "many other countries" are going to stay open.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Iranian death toll rises

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 9:14 am

The death toll from the coronavirus in Iran has risen by 113 to 724, according to the latest figures from the health ministry. The number of infections has reached nearly 14,000. Only China and Italy have been hit harder by the outbreak in terms of case numbers and deaths. Iranian officials have reiterated their advice that people should stay at home and cancel all travel.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Slovenia bans public transport from midnight

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 10:54 am

Public transport across Slovenia will stop operating from midnight local time (23:00 GMT), in an effort to restrict the spread of coronavirus. In a statement announcing the move, the government also said that as well as the public transport ban, taxis would only be allowed to take passengers if they had first "made arrangements for proper disinfection of parts of the vehicle that are in regular physical contact with the passenger". There are currently 96 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Slovenia.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Iranian death toll rises

Written By: Sman12 on 03/15/20 at 11:16 am


The death toll from the coronavirus in Iran has risen by 113 to 724, according to the latest figures from the health ministry. The number of infections has reached nearly 14,000. Only China and Italy have been hit harder by the outbreak in terms of case numbers and deaths. Iranian officials have reiterated their advice that people should stay at home and cancel all travel.


Wow, that jump is shocking. I'm predicting a total border lockdown from Iran.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 11:20 am


Wow, that jump is shocking. I'm predicting a total border lockdown from Iran.  :o
Proving that the virus is not killed off in a hot climate.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll rises to 35

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 11:53 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/15/81542b14-1dd6-4575-8d3b-f4f5fb66530a.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/15/20 at 12:58 pm


Sounds like it's more expensive.



Of course it is. That is the problem when you try to do the right thing for the environment.  :-\\  What I like about the company that makes the stuff that I just bought, they work with the Arbor Day Foundation and every package sold, they will plant a tree in the Gulf area that has been hit by storms. Unfortunately, their packaging is still plastic.  :(


Cat

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Irish government asks pubs to close

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 1:04 pm

Ireland's government has called for the closure of all pubs and bars in the country from this evening "until at least 29 March". In a statement, it also called on members of the public to refrain from organising or goiing to parties "in private houses or other venues which would put other people's health at risk".

So what happens on St. Patrick's Day?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Irish government asks pubs to close

Written By: nally on 03/15/20 at 1:05 pm


Ireland's government has called for the closure of all pubs and bars in the country from this evening "until at least 29 March". In a statement, it also called on members of the public to refrain from organising or goiing to parties "in private houses or other venues which would put other people's health at risk".

So what happens on St. Patrick's Day?

People can have private celebrations in their own homes?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 1:08 pm


People can have private celebrations in their own homes?
Indeed, provided that the acquired alcoholic drinks are still available.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/15/20 at 2:12 pm


Indeed, provided that the acquired alcoholic drinks are still available.


I’m well stocked :). I have six bottles of high-end wine that my boss gave me (these are like $75 bottles, we’re not talking Mogen David here).

I also have a bottle of Knob Creek 120 Proof :o, a bottle of 10-year Glenmorangie Oak Finish, another bottle of 18-year Glenmorangie, a bottle of plain-Jane Canadian Club, and if things get really tight, there’s a full bottle of Everclear 190-proof :o grain alcohol.

Other than the 18-year and the Everclear, all of them gifts from various business owners.  8)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 2:14 pm


I’m well stocked :). I have six bottles of high-end wine that my boss gave me (these are like $75 bottles, we’re not talking Mogen David here).

I also have a bottle of Knob Creek 120 Proof :o, a bottle of 10-year Glenmorangie Oak Finish, another bottle of 18-year Glenmorangie, a bottle of plain-Jane Canadian Club, and if things get really tight, there’s a full bottle of Everclear 190-proof :o grain alcohol.

Other than the 18-year and the Everclear, all of them gifts from various business owners.  8)
The only word I can used here is "Hic!"

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/15/20 at 2:18 pm


Well I won't have to worry about the abrasiveness of "recycled TP".  Ain't gonna happen.  8-P  ;D


Your butt has to feel nice and smooth.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/15/20 at 2:20 pm


If I see a long queue, I will be thinking twice about shopping.


It's better to have a short line and get out of there quickly.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/15/20 at 2:21 pm


One sheet at a time?


I use plenty of sheets.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 2:22 pm


It's better to have a short line and get out of there quickly.
This morning was okay, but it was a small local store, the true test will be at a larger supermarket, of which I will now not be going to due to my self-isolation.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/15/20 at 2:22 pm


Wow. What kind of place do you work at?


Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/15/20 at 2:23 pm


Here the TP is gone from the shelves of every store. So people are buying rolls of paper towels, Kleenex, napkins. It’s all being rationed.

Anyone who has to resort to alternatives please be aware that you should put it in the garbage and not flush it. Unless you want it to screw up your septic system.



Wow! I can't believe it!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll rises to 35

Written By: Howard on 03/15/20 at 2:26 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/15/81542b14-1dd6-4575-8d3b-f4f5fb66530a.jpg



Damn, That's depressing!  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 2:27 pm



Damn, That's depressing!  :(
I am fearing the day of the announcement of no more mass gathering and transport being affected.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LooseBolt on 03/15/20 at 2:34 pm


Proving that the virus is not killed off in a hot climate.


While I'm not disagreeing with the main point, it's only in the mid 50s Fahrenheit right now in theran. That's barely warmer than San Francisco is today.

Not all of the Middle East is scorching desert, and even the desert is not always hot.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/15/20 at 3:44 pm

Just saw where some bubble-head is advocating a "national shutdown".

Let me fill you in on something since I am in the trucking business.  If there is a "national shutdown" that includes all trucking operations, the country will be screwed.  There's nowhere near the inventory in stock to sustain a no-trucking scenario.

All that meat, TP, sani-wipes, milk, etc gets to the stores by trucks.
Replenished masks, medicines, and medical supplies gets to medical facilities by trucks.

There's no such thing as a feasible national shutdown, and if some knucklehead were to suggest that trucking were to stop, they would learn a very painful and quick lesson.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 3:59 pm


Just saw where some bubble-head is advocating a "national shutdown".

Let me fill you in on something since I am in the trucking business.  If there is a "national shutdown" that includes all trucking operations, the country will be screwed.  There's nowhere near the inventory in stock to sustain a no-trucking scenario.

All that meat, TP, sani-wipes, milk, etc gets to the stores by trucks.
Replenished masks, medicines, and medical supplies gets to medical facilities by trucks.

There's no such thing as a feasible national shutdown, and if some knucklehead were to suggest that trucking were to stop, they would learn a very painful and quick lesson.
I hope it does not happen here, it will be a total mess.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/15/20 at 4:13 pm


Just saw where some bubble-head is advocating a "national shutdown".

Let me fill you in on something since I am in the trucking business.  If there is a "national shutdown" that includes all trucking operations, the country will be screwed.  There's nowhere near the inventory in stock to sustain a no-trucking scenario.

All that meat, TP, sani-wipes, milk, etc gets to the stores by trucks.
Replenished masks, medicines, and medical supplies gets to medical facilities by trucks.

There's no such thing as a feasible national shutdown, and if some knucklehead were to suggest that trucking were to stop, they would learn a very painful and quick lesson.


Idk, it seems to me that every state is taking serious preventative measures like closing down all public places and banning gatherings.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/15/20 at 4:16 pm


I hope it does not happen here, it will be a total mess.


It’s already a portion of the way there. Schools, resorts, hotels, festivals, any gathering of 250 or more all closed. The way people make money here. Banks and many offices are closing their lobbies. Buffet restaurants closed. More things closing every day. Shipments being quarantined. Stores running out of stock. People can’t work they can’t buy things. You got young kids, somebody has to be home. There has been a daycare crisis here for a long time so you can’t just dump all these kids to daycare. Manufacturing of those things drops and those jobs disappear etc. and the cycle continues. A shutdown of the trucking industry would speed this up. Especially with today’s just in time inventory system. I remember there was a trucking strike in the past for whatever reason and it was a quick wake up call.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Yankees report first known case in US baseball

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 4:57 pm

The New York Yankees have ordered all players from their minor league affiliates to be quarantined for two weeks after one tested positive for coronavirus. They've not divulged the player's identity, but said he had no known link to any Major League players. It marks the first known case of the virus in America's professional baseball community. Like other teams in US Major League Baseball, the Yankees are partnered with minor league affiliates who provide experience and training for younger players. Successful players can also move up from affiliates to major league partners.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/15/20 at 5:24 pm

SIL has taken my advice and upped her flight. She is coming in on Tuesday instead of Thursday. I hope the airports are still open then.

Oh, and our governor has just closed all the state schools until April 4th-at least.


Cat

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): California orders mandatory isolation for over-65s

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 5:27 pm



Oh, and our governor has just closed all the state schools until April 4th-at least.


Cat
...and California orders mandatory isolation for over-65s
California Governor Gavin Newsom has issued sweeping new restrictions for the US state. He's issued a compulsory isolation order for all residents aged 65 and above, and said the state is launching an effort to get get all homeless people indoors, in trailers and motels. The governor has also asked for bars, breweries and pubs to close their doors. He stopped short of closing restaurants, but said they need to halve their occupancy and operate home deliveries and collections.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/15/20 at 5:36 pm


SIL has taken my advice and upped her flight. She is coming in on Tuesday instead of Thursday. I hope the airports are still open then.

Oh, and our governor has just closed all the state schools until April 4th-at least.


Cat


That long? I hope there's free meals provided for kids who are in low incomes, then.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/15/20 at 6:26 pm

I’m going on a 4-hour plane ride tomorrow. I wonder how many people will actually be on the plane? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 03/15/20 at 6:29 pm


I’m going on a 4-hour plane ride tomorrow. I wonder how many people will actually be on the plane? ???


Oh no.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: MarkMc1990 on 03/15/20 at 6:31 pm

The governor of Illinois just shut down all bars and restaurants. I’m kicking myself because I foolishly agreed to meet up with friends at one of the bigger bars in my neighborhood yesterday, not even realizing it was St. Patrick’s Day and that Chicago’s finest were going to packed shoulder to shoulder inevitably breathing at close range. The city had shut down official gatherings like the South Side Irish Parade and the dying of the Chicago River, but unofficial gatherings continued nonetheless. As the hysteria worsens, I think I will most definitely be doing as much social isolation as possible  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 6:33 pm


I’m going on a 4-hour plane ride tomorrow. I wonder how many people will actually be on the plane? ???
An internal domestic flight?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/15/20 at 6:36 pm


I’m going on a 4-hour plane ride tomorrow. I wonder how many people will actually be on the plane? ???



I was wondering that, too. I was planning on asking SIL that question when (if) she gets in.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/15/20 at 7:18 pm


An internal domestic flight?


Yep.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/20 at 7:18 pm


Yep.
Take good care on your trip.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/15/20 at 8:41 pm

NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio has shut down all NYC public schools until at least April 20th.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/15/20 at 9:05 pm


Take good care on your trip.


The destination is worse than the travel. I’m headed to Fairfield Alabama. What a crime-ridden, decaying cr@phole.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/16/20 at 12:37 am

Well, every casino in Ontario is closed until further notice due to COVID-19. 

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Kenyan man arrested for fake news

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 2:03 am

Police in Kenya have arrested a 23-year-old man for publishing false information on the spread of coronavirus. Elijah Muthui Kitonyo was arrested in Mwingi town in eastern Kenya for claiming that the government gave misleading details on the first confirmed case of coronavirus in the country. The tweet on a fake account, which was widely circulated on social media over the weekend, claimed that the patient had originated from Rome in Italy and not the United States through London as stated by the government.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest developments

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 2:34 am


New York City is shutting down schools, restaurants, bars and other public venues in an effort to halt the virus
Los Angeles later announced that it would follow, shutting down the city's bars, restaurants, gyms and cinemas
Germany is locking down its borders to non-essential travel
Meanwhile, the number of imported cases in China continue to outnumber the country's domestic cases
The Indian film industry is suspending filming until the end of the month.



Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 3:34 am



New York City is shutting down schools, restaurants, bars and other public venues in an effort to halt the virus
Los Angeles later announced that it would follow, shutting down the city's bars, restaurants, gyms and cinemas
Germany is locking down its borders to non-essential travel
Meanwhile, the number of imported cases in China continue to outnumber the country's domestic cases
The Indian film industry is suspending filming until the end of the month.

So the city that never sleeps, is now sleeping?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/16/20 at 5:18 am


Well, every casino in Ontario is closed until further notice due to COVID-19.


Did they shut down the Windsor Ballet too? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/16/20 at 5:28 am


It’s already a portion of the way there. Schools, resorts, hotels, festivals, any gathering of 250 or more all closed. The way people make money here. Banks and many offices are closing their lobbies. Buffet restaurants closed. More things closing every day. Shipments being quarantined. Stores running out of stock. People can’t work they can’t buy things. You got young kids, somebody has to be home. There has been a daycare crisis here for a long time so you can’t just dump all these kids to daycare. Manufacturing of those things drops and those jobs disappear etc. and the cycle continues. A shutdown of the trucking industry would speed this up. Especially with today’s just in time inventory system. I remember there was a trucking strike in the past for whatever reason and it was a quick wake up call.


Mayor Deblasio said schools will be closed for about a month and a half maybe even longer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/16/20 at 5:29 am


I’m going on a 4-hour plane ride tomorrow. I wonder how many people will actually be on the plane? ???


Don't tell me you're going to Wuhan, China?  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/16/20 at 5:31 am

Maybe they'll shut down the whole world maybe even the universe.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Londoners are steering clear of public transport

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 7:04 am

Transport for London says passenger numbers were down on the tube last week by 19% and by 10% on buses. TfL says it will need financial support from the government and that its best case scenario is that the coronavirus outbreak will cost it £500m.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Iranian death toll rises

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 7:44 am


The death toll from the coronavirus in Iran has risen by 113 to 724, according to the latest figures from the health ministry. The number of infections has reached nearly 14,000. Only China and Italy have been hit harder by the outbreak in terms of case numbers and deaths. Iranian officials have reiterated their advice that people should stay at home and cancel all travel.
Iran's death toll from the new coronavirus has reached 853, with 129 new deaths in the past 24 hours, a health ministry official has tweeted. A total of 14,991 people have been infected, making it the third most affected country after China and Italy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/16/20 at 8:17 am


So the city that never sleeps, is now sleeping?


Seems like it.  ;D I heard there's around 100,000 homeless students in NYC, so I hope they get the proper education and meals.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 8:36 am



New York City is shutting down schools, restaurants, bars and other public venues in an effort to halt the virus
Los Angeles later announced that it would follow, shutting down the city's bars, restaurants, gyms and cinemas
Germany is locking down its borders to non-essential travel
Meanwhile, the number of imported cases in China continue to outnumber the country's domestic cases
The Indian film industry is suspending filming until the end of the month.


So the city that never sleeps, is now sleeping?

Seems like it.  ;D I heard there's around 100,000 homeless students in NYC, so I hope they get the proper education and meals.
Just spreading the news.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/16/20 at 8:42 am

The dining room at the Wendy’s I work at is closing until further notice.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/16/20 at 9:01 am

Michigan has now shut down all dine in restaurants. There isn’t much left here anymore now besides the casinos because they are on Indian land and don’t have to follow state laws.  Shut down the world before it’s over. Great Depression here we come.

My company has just gone to a split shift and asking people to work from home if they can. No internet for me yet so I can’t. But I’ll be working the later shift. Limited to 6 hours a day. As long as we still have work and those days will be coming.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 9:01 am


The dining room at the Wendy’s I work at is closing until further notice.
Are you still receiving wages, or unpaid leave?

Any change of temporary employment in another filed instead?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 9:02 am


Michigan has now shut down all dine in restaurants. There isn’t much left here anymore now besides the casinos because they are on Indian land and don’t have to follow state laws.  Shut down the world before it’s over. Great Depression here we come.

Out of curiosity, are the restaurants in the casinos still open?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/16/20 at 9:03 am

I’m at the Picksburgh Airport. Place is a ghost town. Looks like there will be plenty of room to be socially distant on my plane.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 9:06 am


I’m at the Picksburgh Airport. Place is a ghost town. Looks like there will be plenty of room to be socially distant on my plane.
...you do not wish to sit next to the pilot?

Take care once again.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PM urges industry to help make NHS ventilators

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 9:10 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is due to speak to engineering firms on Monday about whether they can shift production lines to building NHS ventilators. It comes amid growing concern about a shortage of the life-saving equipment as coronavirus infections increase. Carmakers and the construction equipment firm JCB are among manufacturers to be contacted. Downing Street said it wanted the manufacturing sector "to come together to help the country".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51896168

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/16/20 at 9:19 am


...you do not wish to sit next to the pilot?

Take care once again.


Right after 9/11 I was flying back to Chicago from São Paolo. There were only 6 passengers in that Boeing 777. They never ran out of food or booze.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 10:06 am


A lady in Cornwall has designed some postcards, offering help with dropping off shopping or just chatting on the phone to people if they are self isolating

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-51880695

Dai popped round to our neighbours with details of our phone numbers and let them know we would help if needed.  And now we have their phone number in case as well
There now seems to be many of these help groups popping up all over the UK now.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Stocks plunge despite global central bank action

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 10:24 am

Global stock markets have sunk again despite central banks around the world announcing a co-ordinated effort to ease the effects of the coronavirus. US markets plunged more than 7%, triggering an automatic suspension of trade in the minute after opening. London's FTSE 100 index has fallen more than 8%, and other major European markets have seen similar declines. On Sunday, the US Federal Reserve cut interest rates to almost zero and launched a $700bn stimulus programme.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51903195

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Horse Racing to be held behind closed doors

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 10:28 am

Horse racing in Britain will be held behind closed doors from Tuesday until at least the end of March because of the coronavirus pandemic. Racing in England had continued despite the outbreak, with the Cheltenham Festival recording an attendance of 251,684 across four days last week. The British Horseracing Authority (BHA) said it plans for scheduled meetings to go ahead, but some may be cancelled. The Grand National is set to take place at Aintree on 4 April.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/horse-racing/51907903

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/16/20 at 11:05 am


Out of curiosity, are the restaurants in the casinos still open?


They stopped the buffet but other than that it’s business as usual.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 11:14 am


They stopped the buffet but other than that it’s business as usual.
O0

When we were in Las Vegas we discovered that some casinos gave out free drinks (soft, coffee and tea), would those drinks still be available?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Stocks plunge despite global central bank action

Written By: Sman12 on 03/16/20 at 11:17 am


Global stock markets have sunk again despite central banks around the world announcing a co-ordinated effort to ease the effects of the coronavirus. US markets plunged more than 7%, triggering an automatic suspension of trade in the minute after opening. London's FTSE 100 index has fallen more than 8%, and other major European markets have seen similar declines. On Sunday, the US Federal Reserve cut interest rates to almost zero and launched a $700bn stimulus programme.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-51903195

Looks like the cut didn't help much..  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/16/20 at 11:25 am


O0

When we were in Las Vegas we discovered that some casinos gave out free drinks (soft, coffee and tea), would those drinks still be available?


Yes and they still have the self serve drink/refill machines. I don’t particularly like going there because it’s a smokers heaven. Michigan has a smoke free law for workplaces and restaurants. But as with other laws casinos are exempt. My mom plays poker there but she is talking about stopping that. They do have the best local concerts and I’ve had tickets to little texas for a long time but I might not be going.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 11:27 am


Yes and they still have the self serve drink/refill machines. I don’t particularly like going there because it’s a smokers heaven. Michigan has a smoke free law for workplaces and restaurants. But as with other laws casinos are exempt. My mom plays poker there but she is talking about stopping that. They do have the best local concerts and I’ve had tickets to little texas for a long time but I might not be going.
Smoking does not help the non-smokers...

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK PM avoid "non-essential" travel

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 12:25 pm

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said everyone in the UK should now avoid "non-essential" travel and contact with others and to fight coronavirus. He said people should work from home and avoid pubs, club, theatres where possible, as part of a range of stringent new measures. Anyone in the same house as someone who has a cough or fever will also have to isolate for 14 days, he said. All elderly and vulnerable people must also begin self-isolating within days. The first person in Wales to die with Covid-19 brings the UK total to 36. In the first of a series of daily briefings on the virus, which causes the Covid-19 disease, Mr Johnson said "drastic action" was needed as the UK approaches "the fast growth part of the upward curve" in the number of cases.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No WTA tournaments till May 2nd

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 12:29 pm

No WTA tournaments will be played until at least 2 May after the tour extended its suspension because of coronavirus. The tour was initially on hold until 20 April but events in Stuttgart, Istanbul and Prague have now also been dropped. The WTA says it will make a decision this week about the season's remaining European clay court tournaments in Madrid, Rome and Strasbourg. It added it "will continue to monitor this situation closely and its impact on the 2020 WTA Tour season".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK PM avoid "non-essential" travel

Written By: Sman12 on 03/16/20 at 1:28 pm


Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said everyone in the UK should now avoid "non-essential" travel and contact with others and to fight coronavirus. He said people should work from home and avoid pubs, club, theatres where possible, as part of a range of stringent new measures. Anyone in the same house as someone who has a cough or fever will also have to isolate for 14 days, he said. All elderly and vulnerable people must also begin self-isolating within days The first person in Wales to die with Covid-19 brings the UK total to 36. In the first of a series of daily briefings on the virus, which causes the Covid-19 disease, Mr Johnson said "drastic action" was needed as the UK approaches "the fast growth part of the upward curve" in the number of cases.


I hope they allow caregivers or healthy family members to visit them.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/16/20 at 1:31 pm


O0

When we were in Las Vegas we discovered that some casinos gave out free drinks (soft, coffee and tea), would those drinks still be available?



In my younger days, they used to give out free alcohol drinks. I got pretty wasted one time because I started in about 11:30 in the morning.  :o Hey it was free. I don't know what time it was (6 maybe?) but I picked up my drink and started walking. I realized that I was walking sideways. I put my drink down and went to the ladies room to get sick. I then went to find my then husband (this was WAY before I even met Carlos). He wasn't anywhere to be found. I managed to stagger across the street to our hotel and found my way to our room only to find him passed out across the bed and I couldn't move him to make room for me so I curled up on the foot of the bed. Of course I was up most of the night getting sick.

I had never gotten so sick from drinking in my life. And I didn't have any more of those free drinks for the rest of our stay. It took me a few days to recoup from that.

And yeah, my  ex-husband left me in the casino without telling me he was going. How nice. Of course that was one of the many reasons why he is my ex.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 1:40 pm


I hope they allow caregivers or healthy family members to visit them.  :(
I think indeed, but will be well protected, and the home to be visited to be wipe clean, etc.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In UK sport

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 1:53 pm

The Rugby Football Union has suspended all levels of the game in England until 14 April because of coronavirus. The announcement came soon after the Premiership was halted for five weeks. The RFU said all activity, including club training, league and cup matches, and rugby education courses, should be stopped. The quarter-finals of the European Champions Cup and Challenge Cup, scheduled for 3, 4 and 5 April, have also been postponed. The Pro14 and Top 14 leagues were suspended indefinitely last week. The RFU said its decision to suspend all rugby activity came after Monday's government advice, which included avoiding "non-essential" travel and contact with others.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/16/20 at 2:27 pm


Did they shut down the Windsor Ballet too? ???


IDK? I don't know anything about Windsor because I don't live there.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/16/20 at 2:53 pm

Idris Elba has tested positive for COVID-19 (coronavirus). He announced this on Twitter.

2020 is the WORST! 8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/16/20 at 2:54 pm


Idris Elba has tested positive for COVID-19 (coronavirus). He announced this on Twitter.

2020 is the WORST! >:( 8-P

Damn, and people were joking that the coronavirus don't affect black people ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): France to be locked down from Tuesday

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 3:05 pm

France will go into enforced lockdown from Tuesday midday, French President Emmanuel Macron has said in a national address from the Elysee Palace. All residents have been ordered to stay at home, and can only leave for essential reasons. Movements will be very severely limited, he said, "We are at war," the president said numerous times.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/16/20 at 3:38 pm


Damn, and people were joking that the coronavirus don't affect black people ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Yeah, that thought process is 100% stupid.

Also, 3 black NBA players have tested positive for coronavirus before Idris.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In UK sport

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 3:49 pm

The Grand National, due to take place on 4 April, has been cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic. The Jockey Club said "it is no longer appropriate to stage the event" after the UK government advised against mass gatherings. It said that running the race behind closed doors at Aintree was "no longer a viable consideration". "Public health must come first," said Sandy Dudgeon, senior steward of The Jockey Club.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/16/20 at 4:35 pm


Idris Elba has tested positive for COVID-19 (coronavirus). He announced this on Twitter.

2020 is the WORST! 8-P


Man, not even 2016 was this life-altering. 2020 is probably not gonna be fondly remembered as good or iconic.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): West End theatres shut down

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 4:46 pm

Theatres in London's West End and around the UK have shut after PM Boris Johnson advised people to avoid such venues as coronavirus spreads. "You should avoid pubs, clubs, theatres and other such social venues," he said. However, he stopped short of forcing venues to close, leaving some in the affected industries in limbo. The Society of London Theatre, which represents the West End, said theatres would close from Monday night until further notice.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51906370

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/16/20 at 5:07 pm

Canada shut closed its borders to all foreigners (except Americans, for now).

Our big-brained Premier of Ontario told everyone just a couple of days ago to go "enjoy spring break abroad"  ::)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): France to be locked down from Tuesday

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 5:21 pm


France will go into enforced lockdown from Tuesday midday, French President Emmanuel Macron has said in a national address from the Elysee Palace. All residents have been ordered to stay at home, and can only leave for essential reasons. Movements will be very severely limited, he said, "We are at war," the president said numerous times.
France will deploy 100,000 police officers to ensure that people abide by restrictions on movement to avoid the spread of coronavirus, its interior minister has said.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/16/20 at 5:22 pm

The meals on wheels program is cutting back too. To frozen deliveries once a week on if you call and say you need it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): France to be locked down from Tuesday

Written By: 2001 on 03/16/20 at 5:23 pm


France will deploy 100,000 police officers to ensure that people abide by restrictions on movement to avoid the spread of coronavirus, its interior minister has said.


That's kinda scary. I hope that doesn't happen here.

Also why hold municipal elections if you're gonna do something like this the next day?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/20 at 5:27 pm


That's kinda scary tbh. I hope that doesn't happen here.

Also why hold municipal elections if you're gonna do something like this the next day?  ???
Exactly, it happened yesterday. The UK had local elections (including Mayor of London) set up for May 2020 will now be postponed for a year to May 2021 due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/16/20 at 6:22 pm


Don't tell me you're going to Wuhan, China?  ::)


Worse. Lower Alabama.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/16/20 at 6:24 pm


IDK? I don't know anything about Windsor because I don't live there.


Ah. The Windsor Ballet is somewhat of an attraction there.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/16/20 at 6:48 pm

China has had 80,000 cases and Italy has had 30,000. China looks way out ahead, but in reality, Italy is mere days away from surpassing China (unless the lockdown starts to bear fruit). :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/16/20 at 7:01 pm

Bars, Restaurants, Concert Venues, and Movie Theatres have all been told by TPH, Toronto Public Health, to shut down as of midnight tonight and if they don't they face fines.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/16/20 at 7:05 pm


Bars, Restaurants, Concert Venues, and Movie Theatres have all been told by TPH, Toronto Public Health, to shut down as of midnight tonight and if they don't they face fines.


Just heard about that. Also community spread of the virus is finally confirmed in Ontario.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/16/20 at 8:23 pm


Just heard about that. Also, community spread of the virus is finally confirmed in Ontario.  :-\\


Yeah, Cobourg, just had its first confirmed case of COVID-19 at the Northumberland Hills Hospital.  The entire town is shut down. Government offices, municipal, provincial, and federal, the Community Centre, banks, retail businesses, restaurants, bars, The local YMCA, daycares, schools, day camps, everything is shut down.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/16/20 at 10:32 pm


Yeah, Cobourg, just had its first confirmed case of COVID-19 at the Northumberland Hills Hospital.  The entire town is shut down. Government offices, municipal, provincial, and federal, the Community Centre, banks, retail businesses, restaurants, bars, The local YMCA, daycares, schools, day camps, everything is shut down.


My local gym just shut down too. Now instead of having no excuse to not go, I'll have an excuse.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): A view from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 1:50 am

In the light of public places in the UK, Parliament has advised people not to attend pubs, clubs, and theatres, not forcing any closure of the properties, therefore the establishments cannot any insurance.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 1:53 am


My local gym just shut down too. Now instead of having no excuse to not go, I'll have an excuse.
Is it still safe to exercise in the park, if the park is still open?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 1:56 am


In the light of public places in the UK, Parliament has advised people not to attend pubs, clubs, and theatres, not forcing any closure of the properties, therefore the establishments cannot any insurance.
Theatres, does mean cinemas too.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): A view around the globe

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 1:57 am

While currently the rates are increasing fastest in Europe, China remains the country with the highest number of overall infections. Here's an overview of the global figures:

China: 81,051 cases, 3,230 dead, 68,770 recovered
Italy: 27,980 cases, 2,158 dead, 2,749 recovered
Iran: 14,991 cases, 853 dead, 4,996 recovered
Spain: 9,942 cases, 342 dead, 530 recovered
South Korea: 8,320 cases, 75 dead, 1,137 recovered
Germany: 7,272 cases, 17 dead, 67 recovered
France: 6,650 cases, 148 dead, 12 recovered
US: 4,661 cases, 85 dead, 17 recovered
Switzerland: 2,330 cases, 19 dead, 4 recovered
UK: 1,553 cases, 56 dead, 53 recovered

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 1:59 am

Has Mother's Day on this Sunday March 22nd been cancelled?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US volunteers test first vaccine

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 4:07 am

More now on efforts to create a vaccine for the new coronavirus. As we reported earlier, a group of healthy US volunteers have been injected with an experimental coronavirus vaccine, as part of a clinical trial. The vaccine cannot cause Covid-19 but contains a harmless genetic code copied from the virus that causes the disease. But experts say it will still take months to know if this vaccine will work.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-51906604

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London Mayor suspects school advice will change

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 4:42 am

London's mayor, Sadiq Khan, has been speaking about the measures introduced across the UK on Monday. Speaking to Good Morning Britain, he said while the current advice was that there was little gain in closing schools, he said he thought that may change fairly soon. "What we do know is some teachers may be pregnant, others may have underlying health issues, a child may have a persistent cough or temperature which means mum, dad, carer decides to withdraw the child. "I wouldn't be surprised if, over the course of the two weeks before Easter, government advice changes."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London Transport could be scaled back

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 5:22 am

UK health officials said on Monday that coronavirus is spreading more rapidly in London than in other parts of the UK. And today, Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, will join the government's emergency Cobra meeting for the first time. He's been on TV this morning, talking about school closures ( see our earlier post), and he has also been discussing the logistics of life in the capital. The city's transport network could be massively scaled back in the coming weeks, he told Good Morning Britain. "What we may do over the course of the next few days is go to a Saturday or Sunday service during the week and then maybe even scale that down even more over the course of the next few days and weeks," he said. But he added that a "basic public transport service" is needed for frontline workers including medics, firefighters and police officers.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): A quick glance at today's headlines

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 5:35 am

If you're just tuning into our coverage now, welcome. Here are the top things you need to know:


The EU is planning to ban all non-essential travel through the Schengen free-travel zone
In France, people are getting used to the toughest measures in Europe - they'll be hit with a fine if they are outside without good reason
The European Commission says more than 120bn euros ($13bn) have been pledged to economies within the bloc
In the UK, new financial measures aimed at helping the economy through the outbreak are set to be announced by the government
In the US, Amazon has announced that it's recruiting an additional 100,000 warehouse and delivery
Car maker VW says the company plans to shut down a number of its European plants before the end of the week
And China has reacted angrily to a tweet from President Trump that described the coronavirus as "Chinese"



Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Big Brother cast to be told about virus live on TV

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 5:56 am

It's been more than a month since the majority of Germany's Big Brother contestants entered the house. In early February the first cases of coronavirus outside of Wuhan were just being reported. Now Germany has close to 7,000 confirmed infections, with 14 deaths - but the housemates have no idea a global pandemic has been declared. They'll finally be informed on Tuesday night in a live TV special, after "consultation with relatives". It comes after criticism on social media that broadcaster SAT.1 hadn't told the 14 men and women locked inside the house in Cologne about what was going on outside. On top of that, four new residents who joined the show on 9 March were told not to talk about coronavirus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/17/20 at 7:23 am


Seems like it.  ;D I heard there's around 100,000 homeless students in NYC, so I hope they get the proper education and meals.


They will have to get it online.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/17/20 at 7:24 am


The dining room at the Wendy’s I work at is closing until further notice.


Burger King is now doing take-out until further notice.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/17/20 at 7:27 am


Idris Elba has tested positive for COVID-19 (coronavirus). He announced this on Twitter.

2020 is the WORST! 8-P


That's horrible!  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 7:28 am


Burger King is now doing take-out until further notice.
When will McDonald;s do the same?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/17/20 at 7:28 am


Just heard about that. Also community spread of the virus is finally confirmed in Ontario.  :-\\


And some died in New York.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/17/20 at 7:29 am


Has Mother's Day on this Sunday March 22nd been cancelled?


Who knows?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/17/20 at 7:30 am


When will McDonald;s do the same?


You could find out online.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): European air traffic 'down by a third' on Monday

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 7:33 am

Eamonn Brennan, the boss of pan-European air traffic control organisation Eurocontrol, has reported that Monday saw a rapid decrease in the number of flights being operated across the continent. It was down by a third compared to the same operational day last year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 7:34 am


And some died in New York.  :(
It should not happen in major town or city.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 7:34 am


You could find out online.
In time...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dundee on 03/17/20 at 7:42 am

Euro 2020 has been cancelled and the tournament is reported to next year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/17/20 at 7:51 am


Is it still safe to exercise in the park, if the park is still open?


Right now all parks are closed anyway because they are plowed in with snow. Sometime in May we will see if they do close the parks and campgrounds and all. My guess is yes.

All Michigan restaurants are now drive thru or takeout only.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 7:53 am


Right now all parks are closed anyway because they are plowed in with snow. Sometime in May we will see if they do close the parks and campgrounds and all. My guess is yes.

All Michigan restaurants are now drive thru or takeout only.
Sorry I had forgotten about the winter.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/17/20 at 7:55 am


It should not happen in major town or city.


It definitely spreads.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/17/20 at 8:48 am


They will have to get it online.


Yeah, but thousands of kids don't have home internet access, so it's quite a tough challenge for the NYC school system.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/17/20 at 8:52 am

At least one bank is limiting how much you can take out. A coworkers son went to buy a car yesterday (his last one caught fire a couple weeks ago) from a Craigslist seller. They said he couldn’t take out more than $2500. Because so many people are pulling their money out preparing for doomsday. If it was about health safety you would think they would prefer fewer trips to the bank and therefore less exposure.

I don’t know how long you have to wait before you can get more money out. Doesn’t matter to me because I have less than that in the bank anyway and I don’t plan on buying anything big.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/17/20 at 8:59 am


At least one bank is limiting how much you can take out. A coworkers son went to buy a car yesterday (his last one caught fire a couple weeks ago) from a Craigslist seller. They said he couldn’t take out more than $2500. Because so many people are pulling their money out preparing for doomsday. If it was about health safety you would think they would prefer fewer trips to the bank and therefore less exposure.

I don’t know how long you have to wait before you can get more money out. Doesn’t matter to me because I have less than that in the bank anyway and I don’t plan on buying anything big.


Wow. Life really has changed. There are so many things that we're restricted from doing due to the ongoing virus.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Non-urgent operations to be postponed in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 10:41 am

NHS (National Health Service) England has told hospitals to postpone all non-urgent operations for three months from 15 April. This will free up 30,000 hospital beds, it says. Hospitals will also be able to wind down non-urgent work over the next 30 days in an effort to free up more staff and beds for coronavirus patients.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Church of England suspends public worship

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 10:55 am

The Archbishop of Canterbury has announced that public worship is "suspended until further notice". A Church of England spokesman said weddings and funerals could still go ahead.

https://twitter.com/hashtag/coronavirus?src=hash

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tennis - French Open postponed until autumn

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 11:36 am

One of the world's major tennis tournaments, the French Open, has postponed the competition until the autumn. Instead of starting on 24 May, it will be held from 20 September to 4 October 2020, organisers Roland Garros announce.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Brexit talks delayed due to coronavirus

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 11:53 am

The latest set of Brexit talks will be delayed due to coronavirus. A UK government spokesperson has said: “We will not formally be convening negotiating work strands tomorrow in the way we did in the previous round." They said both sides were "fully committed" to the negotiations and were considering "alternative ways to continue discussions, including looking at the possibility of video conferencing or conference calls, and exploring flexibility in the structure for the coming weeks. The transition period - during which the UK remains in both the EU customs union and single market - ends on 31 December 2020.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Queen Elizabeth II to scale back duties

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 11:58 am

The Queen is to cancel her annual garden parties and begin her Easter break earlier than planned because of the coronavirus outbreak, Buckingham Palace says. The 93-year-old monarch will carry out a number of small scale duties at the palace in the next few days, including meeting Prime Minister Boris Johnson. But she will then leave for Windsor Castle on Thursday - a week earlier than scheduled - and will remain there beyond the Easter period, the palace said. In a statement, the palace says the changes were "a sensible precaution", adding that "a number of public events with large numbers of people due to have been attended by the Queen, and other members of the royal family, in the coming months will be cancelled or postponed".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: KatanaChick on 03/17/20 at 1:13 pm

Just so we don't have a million other corona virus topics, I ask that people post in this one as it has the most replies so far.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dundee on 03/17/20 at 1:14 pm


Just so we don't have a million other corona virus topics, I ask that people post in this one as it has the most replies so far.
Can't say there's much going on in the world besides that :p

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 1:14 pm


Just so we don't have a million other corona virus topics, I ask that people post in this one as it has the most replies so far.
Please do.

Would making it sticky keep it prominent?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: KatanaChick on 03/17/20 at 1:17 pm


Please do.

Would making it sticky keep it prominent?

I could, although I tend to make stickies just for announcements regarding the board in general and not a topic that will run it's course eventually. But for now I can as I see no other way to make it the "official" coronavirus thread.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 1:19 pm


I could, although I tend to make stickies just for announcements regarding the board in general and not a topic that will run it's course eventually. But for now I can as I see no other way to make it the "official" coronavirus thread.
Thank you once again.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: KatanaChick on 03/17/20 at 1:20 pm


Thank you once again.

Done!  8)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 1:23 pm


Done!  8)
This is a true serious topic, the whole world has not suffered so much since WW2, and the coronavirus is affecting everyone on the planet, so I feel that everyone should be inform on everything that occurs with this condiction.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/17/20 at 1:24 pm


Has Mother's Day on this Sunday March 22nd been cancelled?


Never

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/17/20 at 1:27 pm

Both orienteering and morris dancing activities have been cancelled.

School/work carries on as normal at the moment though all assemblies have been cancelled and sporting activity modified

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: KatanaChick on 03/17/20 at 1:28 pm


Can't say there's much going on in the world besides that :p

Right now there's not to my knowledge. I just feel we don't need topics about it such as "How will coronavirus change the world forever" and "Is coronavirus what defines what the 2020 decade will be?" and stuff like that better all rolled into one instead of separate topics speculating on how coronavirus will impact the world, the decade, culture, etc.


This is a true serious topic, the whole world has not suffered so much since WW2, and the coronavirus is affecting everyone on the planet, so I feel that everyone should be inform on everything that occurs with this condiction.

It is and it's not every day that something impacts the world so much it affects your personal life. For instance where I work has gone through all these extra measures to avoid it. Making people sit all spread out, taking uniforms home to wash, can't leave the building even just to toss recycling out or go to your car. It's made it all so inconvenient.

People know people who've gotten sick. I assume if one does catch it they'll be treated like a leper even after they're all clear and can return to work. Schools are closed, now restaurants are pick up only and tons of events are called off. I've never seen anything like this and it happened here in all under a week. Even a parade that takes place yearly all the way in May just got called off too.

I understand all this precaution is to help prevent hospitals from being overloaded with cases, but for how long can it keep up? We can't live this way forever and it's just shocking how one week everything was normal and what they talked about on the news was so distant at the time I wasn't really concerned and now it's interfered in the way we all live. People are cleaning out stores for supplies, there are already people trying to profit from it by reselling things, and I imagine if they tighten restrictions there will be rations. It's unreal.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 1:29 pm


Both orienteering and morris dancing activities have been cancelled.

School/work carries on as normal at the moment though all assemblies have been cancelled and sporting activity modified
A well respected news reporter on the radio is reckoning it will be schools and universities will be temporary closed one day next week.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): People with asthma

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 1:37 pm

People with asthma are one of the higher risk groups – people who could potentially develop more severe disease if they catch coronavirus – which means they are strongly advised to avoid non-essential contact with others. Whenever possible, they should be working from home rather than travelling in to the office.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/17/20 at 2:16 pm

A sad story coming out of Spain, as football coach Francisco Garcia, who dealt with leukemia, has died at the age of 21 due to coronavirus: https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/european/francisco-garcia-death-coronavirus-malaga-spain-football-coach-leukaemia-a9404566.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/17/20 at 2:25 pm

I have mentioned how the governor closed all the schools. He also closed all the restaurants/bars-except take out effected 2p.m. this afternoon. SIL got in this morning. We had planned on Denny's but even though she got in before 2 p.m. we didn't know if they would be open. But, there was a restaurant at the airport and opted to eat there. We are glad we did. It was a local small business and the food was good. I think our waitress was the owner. We heard her saying that she doesn't know how she could do take out.  We gave her a big tip because she doesn't know when she could reopen.

The biggest blow to me personally, is my massages are put on hold indefinitely.  :\'( My back REALLY needs them. I am sure that after a while, I will be walking around like Quasimodo.  :-\\


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 2:27 pm


I have mentioned how the governor closed all the schools. He also closed all the restaurants/bars-except take out effected 2p.m. this afternoon. SIL got in this morning. We had planned on Denny's but even though she got in before 2 p.m. we didn't know if they would be open. But, there was a restaurant at the airport and opted to eat there. We are glad we did. It was a local small business and the food was good. I think our waitress was the owner. We heard her saying that she doesn't know how she could do take out.  We gave her a big tip because she doesn't know when she could reopen.

The biggest blow to me personally, is my massages are put on hold indefinitely.  :\'( My back REALLY needs them. I am sure that after a while, I will be walking around like Quasimodo.  :-\\


Cat
Can the masseur come to you instead?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/17/20 at 2:36 pm


Wow. Life really has changed. There are so many things that we're restricted from doing due to the ongoing virus.


Wearing face masks, sanitary gloves and using bottles of hand sanitizer on yourself have become the new norm.  :(

https://media.graytvinc.com/images/690*388/coronavirus+facemasks+MGN.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 2:38 pm


Wearing face masks, sanitary gloves and using bottles of hand sanitizer on yourself have become the new norm.  :(

https://media.graytvinc.com/images/690*388/coronavirus+facemasks+MGN.jpg
The mask as illustrated here do not work, air and virus can still seep in.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 2:40 pm


When will McDonald;s do the same?
From tomorrow in the UK, McDonald's is to become takeaway and delivery only. Btw, will the comfort rooms still be accessible?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/17/20 at 2:50 pm


The mask as illustrated here do not work, air and virus can still seep in.



face masks might work temporarily.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Belgium to go into lockdown from Wednesday

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 2:50 pm

Everyone in Belgium must quarantine themselves from Wednesday 12:00 (11:00 GMT, the country's Prime Minister Sophie Willems has announced. The measures will last until at least 5 April and police. Gatherings will be banned - people can only leave their homes in an emergency, or to go to food shops, pharmacies, the post office, and banks. But outdoor exercise and walks will be allowed - with people being asked to keep a distance of at least 1.5m.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Shelter-in-place order possible in New York City

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 2:56 pm

In New York City -- where there are 814 confirmed COVID-19 cases -- a shelter-in-place order has not been ruled out as an option. "Even though a decision has not yet been made ... New Yorkers should be prepared for a shelter-in-place order," Mayor Bill de Blasio said Tuesday. He added that he expects a decision in the next 48 hours.

https://abcnews.go.com/US/coronavirus-live-updates-police-begin-enforcing-bans-public/story?id=69636160

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/17/20 at 3:35 pm


Can the masseur come to you instead?



He usually does. I have been very spoiled in that regard. He normally doesn't make house calls but he does for me because he just happens to live around the corner and he comes on his way home from work. But, with SIL here who may be fighting cancer (we don't know yet), Hubby, who is type 2 (both who are in their 70s), and my massage therapist is still interacting with the public-we decided that it would be better for him to stay away. And besides, he is type 1 and SIL just got off a plane and who knows if she picked up anything or not. We just feel that it is better for everyone (except my back). 

Carlos & I have been saying, "If I get it, you get it. And if you get it, I get it." Now with SIL here-if one of us gets it, we all will.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 3:40 pm



He usually does. I have been very spoiled in that regard. He normally doesn't make house calls but he does for me because he just happens to live around the corner and he comes on his way home from work. But, with SIL here who may be fighting cancer (we don't know yet), Hubby, who is type 2 (both who are in their 70s), and my massage therapist is still interacting with the public-we decided that it would be better for him to stay away. And besides, he is type 1 and SIL just got off a plane and who knows if she picked up anything or not. We just feel that it is better for everyone (except my back). 

Carlos & I have been saying, "If I get it, you get it. And if you get it, I get it." Now with SIL here-if one of us gets it, we all will.


Cat
It that social distancing again, has hubby massaged you before just lightly a hot bath helps?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/17/20 at 4:06 pm


It that social distancing again, has hubby massaged you before just lightly a hot bath helps?



Yup, it is social distancing. And yes, Hubby has done my back a little-but he doesn't get it as good as my massage therapist. And I do take a hot bath every night.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 4:11 pm



Yup, it is social distancing. And yes, Hubby has done my back a little-but he doesn't get it as good as my massage therapist. And I do take a hot bath every night.


Cat
Sound like the right thing to do, like me over the last week or so, take it easy, and begin to accept the change that is happening. Unless your masseur is clear of any ailments, has fresh clothes on, and has washed her hands.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus):Can I catch coronavirus again?

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 4:18 pm

Experts say most people should develop immunity, at least in the short term, after they have recovered from coronavirus which means they shouldn’t catch it again soon. There is a chance that some people will get it more than once though. Anyone who has symptoms – a high temperature and/or a new and persistent cough – should self-isolate to avoid spreading it to others.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/17/20 at 4:39 pm


In New York City -- where there are 814 confirmed COVID-19 cases -- a shelter-in-place order has not been ruled out as an option. "Even though a decision has not yet been made ... New Yorkers should be prepared for a shelter-in-place order," Mayor Bill de Blasio said Tuesday. He added that he expects a decision in the next 48 hours.

https://abcnews.go.com/US/coronavirus-live-updates-police-begin-enforcing-bans-public/story?id=69636160
https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/17/8c916b1e-3207-4ed9-a376-b979d1884266.jpg
I spent on afternoon here drinking tea, waiting for a relative,and it was busy. Has the Naked Cowboy gone hpme?.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/17/20 at 5:20 pm

My sister has tested positive for coronavirus. Apparently, it's a mild case of it but she was already in the hospital for mental health/drug problems.

This year really sucks! 8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Shelter-in-place order possible in New York City

Written By: Sman12 on 03/17/20 at 5:32 pm


My sister has tested positive for coronavirus. Apparently, it's a mild case of it but she was already in the hospital for mental health/drug problems.

This year really sucks! 8-P


That's terrible! I wish for a speedy recovery for your sister with the virus and her mental health/drug problems.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Shelter-in-place order possible in New York City

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/17/20 at 5:38 pm


That's terrible! I wish for a speedy recovery for your sister with the virus and her mental health/drug problems.  :\'(

Thank you!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/17/20 at 6:01 pm


My sister has tested positive for coronavirus. Apparently, it's a mild case of it but she was already in the hospital for mental health/drug problems.

This year really sucks! 8-P

Wtf noooooooo that sucks  :( :( :( :( :-\\ :-\\

My brother reported a high fever earlier today (101.5) and body aches. He has asthma too, so he's even more at risk. But they aren't testing him cause his symptoms aren't severe enough. They said call back if it gets worse.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/17/20 at 6:09 pm


Wtf noooooooo that sucks  :( :( :( :( :-\\ :-\\

My brother reported a high fever earlier today (101.5) and body aches. He has asthma too, so he's even more at risk. But they aren't testing him cause his symptoms aren't severe enough. They said call back if it gets worse.

Yeah, the past 3 months have just been crazy :-\\.

I hope that all is well with your brother and that he has a healthy and speedy recovery! :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/17/20 at 6:35 pm


My sister has tested positive for coronavirus. Apparently, it's a mild case of it but she was already in the hospital for mental health/drug problems.

This year really sucks! 8-P



I am sorry to hear that. I hope she makes a speedy recovery.



Wtf noooooooo that sucks  :( :( :( :( :-\\ :-\\

My brother reported a high fever earlier today (101.5) and body aches. He has asthma too, so he's even more at risk. But they aren't testing him cause his symptoms aren't severe enough. They said call back if it gets worse.



I'm sorry to hear that, too. And I hope that he has a speedy recovery.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/17/20 at 6:46 pm



I am sorry to hear that. I hope she makes a speedy recovery.



I'm sorry to hear that, too. And I hope that he has a speedy recovery.


Cat

They said it wasn’t the flu. Apparently it was just a stomach bug so he should be able to recover.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/17/20 at 6:50 pm


Wtf noooooooo that sucks  :( :( :( :( :-\\ :-\\

My brother reported a high fever earlier today (101.5) and body aches. He has asthma too, so he's even more at risk. But they aren't testing him cause his symptoms aren't severe enough. They said call back if it gets worse.

My sister has tested positive for coronavirus. Apparently, it's a mild case of it but she was already in the hospital for mental health/drug problems.

This year really sucks! 8-P


Yeesh, that's scary at a time like this. I hope you two's siblings make a speedy recovery.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/17/20 at 7:17 pm



I am sorry to hear that. I hope she makes a speedy recovery.



I'm sorry to hear that, too. And I hope that he has a speedy recovery.


Cat



Yeesh, that's scary at a time like this. I hope you two's siblings make a speedy recovery.  :-\\

Thank you both! :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LooseBolt on 03/17/20 at 9:22 pm

Suspicious that we're not hearing any numbers out of Russia. My guess is they're suppressing any and all information about it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/17/20 at 10:11 pm


Suspicious that we're not hearing any numbers out of Russia. My guess is they're suppressing any and all information about it.


I suspect a lot of countries are doing that to be honest. Chiefly, Iran, Egypt, North Korea (and yes Russia).

Anyway Ontario had its first Wuhan virus death today. It was a man in his 70s in Muskoka (200 km or 125 mi. north of Toronto).  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LooseBolt on 03/17/20 at 10:14 pm


I suspect a lot of countries are doing that to be honest. Chiefly, Iran, Egypt, North Korea (and yes Russia).


Haven't we actually been getting a lot of info about the deaths in Iran? Like it's taking down some of the head honchos of the government.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/17/20 at 10:20 pm


Haven't we actually been getting a lot of info about the deaths in Iran? Like it's taking down some of the head honchos of the government.


Nah, they are severely under-reporting it. Canada had several people come back from Iran with it while official figures were still saying there were no cases. A doctor in theran told the BBC that there were 210 deaths while official figure still had it around 40. I think it was the mayor of Qom who said there were 50 deaths in the city alone when the official tally for the whole country was somewhere in the single digits.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/17/20 at 10:44 pm

I am reading that Canada and the United States mutually agreed to close the border to everything but trade and essential travel.


That's gotta suck for the Americans that were smuggling our cheap drugs (insulin)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 12:58 am


My sister has tested positive for coronavirus. Apparently, it's a mild case of it but she was already in the hospital for mental health/drug problems.

This year really sucks! 8-P
Sorry to hear this. Hopefully the hospital can provide comfort in what medicines that are available.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 1:00 am


My brother reported a high fever earlier today (101.5) and body aches. He has asthma too, so he's even more at risk. But they aren't testing him cause his symptoms aren't severe enough. They said call back if it gets worse.
Sorry to hear this, I wish your brother well. I am in a similar situation as your brother so I can totally emapthise, please take care in all you, your brother and family do.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 1:01 am


Yeah, the past 3 months have just been crazy :-\\.
Crazy indeed, crazy with social distancing and self isolation.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 1:02 am


They said it wasn’t the flu. Apparently it was just a stomach bug so he should be able to recover.
In one sense, that is good to hear, I wish him well and a speedy recovery.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 1:04 am


Suspicious that we're not hearing any numbers out of Russia. My guess is they're suppressing any and all information about it.
I take it to be restricted available information and very tight border entries in the country, but it is nice to know the true figures,

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Social distancing and isolation

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 1:05 am

Until a few weeks ago, self-isolating yourself and distancing yourself from other people were seen as unusual, even a sign of being unwell. Now, they've become essential measures to stem the spread of the virus. The two are not quite the same. Social distancing involves cutting down on non-essential travel and interactions, staying home if you're unwell, and not visiting social venues. Self-isolation means cutting yourself off entirely from the outside world.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Travel confusion in the Philippines

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 3:05 am

In the Philippines the government has reversed its decision to impose a travel ban on international flights scheduled to begin on Friday. Now all foreign nationals may fly out of the country at any time according to the Inter-Agency Task Force on Emerging Infectious Diseases. Inbound international passengers are also allowed entry, subject to strict immigration and quarantine protocols. The now overturned ban on international flights had left many foreign tourists, dispersed across the country’s more than 7,000 islands, puzzled as to how they could leave the country. With domestic flights in and out of the Philippine capital suspended while the main Luzon region is under lockdown, the British embassy in Manila is reporting a “small number” of Britons affected by the travel restrictions. The government says their “enhanced community quarantine” will stay in place until 12 April. The government says the country currently has a total of 187 confirmed Covid-19 cases with 14 deaths, but experts are warning that with limited pre-emptive testing the number is likely to be higher.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How to stop the spread?

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 3:51 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/18/2f4737ca-a2dd-48bb-8c18-9a0158dd8e9c.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Australia and New Zealand cancel Anzac Day services

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 4:08 am

Australia and New Zealand have cancelled joint Anzac Day commemoration events at Gallipoli amid fears over the spread of coronavirus, officials say. Services to mark the countries' participation in World War One will no longer take place on 25 April. Thousands of military personnel from Australia and New Zealand lost their lives after landing at Gallipoli Cove in Turkey in 1915. Solemn ceremonies are held every year to commemorate veterans and soldiers. The countries had earlier banned large gatherings and asked their citizens overseas to return home.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-51938964

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): All 50 US states affected by virus

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 4:12 am

The deadly coronavirus has now hit all 50 states in the US as West Virginia reported its first case of the infection on Tuesday. Announcing its first Covid-19 patient, West Virginia Governor Jim Justice said: "We knew this was coming." New York City said it was considering a lockdown similar to one in the San Francisco Bay area. There have so far been 108 deaths in the US from coronavirus and more than 6,300 confirmed cases nationwide.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-51939392

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): British Television

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 5:44 am

The BBC has suspended filming on dramas including EastEnders, Casualty, Doctors and Holby City "until further notice" amid the coronavirus outbreak.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51943592

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Total number of cases passes 200,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 7:04 am

The number of coronavirus cases worldwide has now passed 200,000, according to the latest figures from Johns Hopkins University. The total is now 201,530 confirmed cases, and 8,007 deaths. China still has the highest number of confirmed cases (81,102), while Italy has the second highest with 31,506.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/18/20 at 7:09 am

2 confirmed cases in the north. It’s probably long since been here but it’s officially here now.

Most of the casinos have decided to close temporarily, some already, some by March 22. If they wanna make money for the tribe I wonder if they could set up online gambling. All the machines are software anyway.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 7:14 am


2 confirmed cases in the north. It’s probably long since been here but it’s officially here now.

Most of the casinos have decided to close temporarily, some already, some by March 22. If they wanna make money for the tribe I wonder if they could set up online gambling. All the machines are software anyway.
I have heard that Las Vegas has shutdown, I thought it would never close.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tokyo 2020 Olympic, reply to frustrated athletes

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 7:18 am

Olympic organisers have warned "no solution will be ideal" in preparing for Tokyo 2020 after being accused of putting athletes "in danger".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/olympics/51943083

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Total number of cases passes 200,000

Written By: Sman12 on 03/18/20 at 7:24 am


The number of coronavirus cases worldwide has now passed 200,000, according to the latest figures from Johns Hopkins University. The total is now 201,530 confirmed cases, and 8,007 deaths. China still has the highest number of confirmed cases (81,102), while Italy has the second highest with 31,506.


Italy could surpass China's number of cases in a matter of weeks. It's so bad there, their hospitals are on the brink of collapse: https://abcnews.go.com/Health/wireStory/italy-struggles-make-room-onslaught-virus-patients-69648976

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tokyo 2020 Olympic, reply to frustrated athletes

Written By: Sman12 on 03/18/20 at 7:28 am


Olympic organisers have warned "no solution will be ideal" in preparing for Tokyo 2020 after being accused of putting athletes "in danger".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/olympics/51943083


I think the Olympics will face similar results like South by Southwest: no one will want to go and/or participate in the Olympics if their home countries are battling with the coronavirus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 7:45 am


I think the Olympics will face similar results like South by Southwest: no one will want to go and/or participate in the Olympics if their home countries are battling with the coronavirus.
It will be postponed, wait four years, hopefully all things are better, and Tokyo will be well deserved to hold them in 2024.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Glastonbury 2020 Festival cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 8:06 am

Glastonbury's famous Pyramid Stage will remain dark in June, as the festival becomes the latest event to be cancelled due to coronavirus. Taylor Swift, Sir Paul McCartney and Kendrick Lamar were due to appear, alongside Diana Ross and Dua Lipa. "We're so sorry that this decision has been made," a statement said. "It was not through choice." Just six days ago, organiser Emily Eavis said she had "fingers firmly crossed" the event would go ahead. But after the government advised people to avoid mass gatherings on Monday, cancellation became increasingly likely. Organisers took the decision before 1 April, when festival-goers were expected to pay the remaining balance of their £270 tickets.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51942898

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: piecesof93 on 03/18/20 at 8:14 am


My sister has tested positive for coronavirus. Apparently, it's a mild case of it but she was already in the hospital for mental health/drug problems.

This year really sucks! 8-P

Oh man, I hope she gets better!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Eurovision Song Contest 2020 cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 10:17 am

The latest event to be cancelled because of the coronavirus outbreak is the Eurovision Song Contest. The event was due to take place at Rotterdam's 16,000 capacity Ahoy Arena, with the final on 16 May. Announcing its decision on social media, organisers said they were "extremely saddened". But they added: "The health of artists, staff, fans and visitors, as well as the situation in the Netherlands, Europe and the world, is at the heart of this decision."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-51870325

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK education secretary to make statement

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 10:38 am

The UK government's Education Secretary, Gavin Williamson - responsible for the system in England - will make a statement in the House of Commons at 17:00GMT. In the past hour the governments in both Wales and Scotland have both said their schools would be closing by the end of the week.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'youngest UK death'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 10:55 am

A man in his 40s with motor neurone disease (MND) is thought to be the youngest person in the UK to have died having tested positive for coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-northamptonshire-51941732

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: KatanaChick on 03/18/20 at 11:38 am


I have heard that Las Vegas has shutdown, I thought it would never close.

You know it's bad when Vegas shuts down! I have a friend out there too, I didn't ask him yet about all this.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll rises to 104

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 11:46 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/18/be07a4f6-0c9c-4672-837e-85c43a96d4b7.png
The NHS said the patients were aged between 59 and 94 years old and had underlying health conditions.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 12:21 pm


The UK government's Education Secretary, Gavin Williamson - responsible for the system in England - will make a statement in the House of Commons at 17:00GMT. In the past hour the governments in both Wales and Scotland have both said their schools would be closing by the end of the week.
When the school gates closed on Friday, there will remain closed till further notice.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/18/20 at 12:25 pm


When the school gates closed on Friday, there will remain closed till further notice.


In England some pupils will still be in. Children of key workers (who decides that?) and the most vulnerable

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 12:26 pm


In England some pupils will still be in. Children of key workers (who decides that?) and the most vulnerable
NHS staff, police, etc.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 12:27 pm


In England some pupils will still be in. Children of key workers (who decides that?) and the most vulnerable
I will put the link up later when the briefing has finished, and made available,

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 12:28 pm

Boris says, if yo show two the the symptoms, "stay at home".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 12:39 pm


In England some pupils will still be in. Children of key workers (who decides that?) and the most vulnerable
School exams will be cancelled for this year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/18/20 at 12:48 pm

Italy just reported 475 deaths happened in the last day.

WOW! :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 03/18/20 at 1:29 pm


Italy just reported 475 deaths happened in the last day.

WOW! :o

Damnn... Hopefully in a few weeks or months this pandemic will stop... I'm sorry for your sister btw... How is she doing?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 03/18/20 at 1:43 pm

By the way, I dont think the coronavirus has changed pop culture, in fact, nothing has changed in music, movies, TV, or anything. The only changes to movies are that instead of showing in theaters, now it's released Digitally. Funnily though, Disney+ and Netflix shows got even more popular as people are staying at home. Memes have changed quite a bit, from Baby Yoda, to Coronavirus, but memes change every month so no surprises there. The only big thing I could think of for pop culture would be the suspension of the NBA season, along with other sports, as well as Coachella and SXSW 2020... But when things go back to normal, it maybe resume and thaw down... Still, 85% of the pop culture trends remain intact, and lots of late 2010s culture is still ongoing.

Social/Political matters have changed drastically though, gotta admit. In December 2019, I was happily travelling to Florida. Disney World, Universal Studios, and a cruise to Bahamas was fun. When I first heard of the virus in January, I thought it wouldn't come to Canada and I thought it's not gonna be a big deal, until I had to be quarantined... Social Distancing, big events/conferences being cancelled, that's a massive change from the course of 3-4 months...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 1:45 pm


By the way, I dont think the coronavirus has changed pop culture...
It has cancelled many concerts, even what would have been the 50th Glastonbury

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 03/18/20 at 1:46 pm


It has cancelled many concerts, even what would have been the 50th Glastonbury
I know, but it's just temporary. When the pandemic eases down, everything will be back to normal like how it was in 2019

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/18/20 at 1:58 pm


Damnn... Hopefully in a few weeks or months this pandemic will stop... I'm sorry for your sister btw... How is she doing?

She's in the hospital being treated. Thanks for your concern :).


I know, but it's just temporary. When the pandemic eases down, everything will be back to normal like how it was in 2019

Nah, I disagree. This virus might pop back up again. Also, people are definitely going to be more cautious going forward after this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 2:06 pm


She's in the hospital being treated. Thanks for your concern :).

Nah, I disagree. This virus might pop back up again. Also, people are definitely going to be more cautious going forward after this.
I wish your sister well.

Once we have the vaccine, things will be better.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/18/20 at 2:18 pm

There have been 8 deaths relating to COVID-19 in Canada.  7 in a Northern BC long term care home and 1 in a long term care home in Barrie, Ontario.  They're all elderly patients.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tennis Tours extend suspension until 7 June

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 2:29 pm

The suspension of the professional tennis tours because of coronavirus has been extended to 7 June, ruling out the entire clay-court season. The ATP and WTA Tours were already off until 27 April and 2 May respectively. The extension covers joint tournaments in Madrid and Rome, plus women's events in Strasbourg and Rabat and men's events in Munich, Estoril, Geneva and Lyon. All men's and women's rankings have been frozen until further notice.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/51953480

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/18/20 at 3:51 pm

Looks like Kevin Durant has the virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 4:13 pm

Don't forget it is not just your hands that can harbour bacteria and viruses, your mobile phone does too!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/18/20 at 4:15 pm


NHS staff, police, etc.


We have a lot of parents who work in these professions. Just had an email from school saying we will close on Friday,  but they need to work out the implications of having to stay open for these children.

Also gutting about the exams. James has been working hard for his A levels.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 4:20 pm


We have a lot of parents who work in these professions. Just had an email from school saying we will close on Friday,  but they need to work out the implications of having to stay open for these children.

Also gutting about the exams. James has been working hard for his A levels.
I remember my exams that were a long time ago, the revision was down t a set pattern and routine, and being geared for the day for the particular exam concerned. In this situation, it can be seen as more time to revise, but it is all down to timing, exams in May/June, results in August, further education, college or uni. Now totally in confusion.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/18/20 at 4:31 pm


I wish your sister well.

Once we have the vaccine, things will be better.

Thanks! :)


Looks like Kevin Durant has the virus.

Yeah, I heard about that :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/18/20 at 5:19 pm


By the way, I dont think the coronavirus has changed pop culture, in fact, nothing has changed in music, movies, TV, or anything. The only changes to movies are that instead of showing in theaters, now it's released Digitally. Funnily though, Disney+ and Netflix shows got even more popular as people are staying at home. Memes have changed quite a bit, from Baby Yoda, to Coronavirus, but memes change every month so no surprises there. The only big thing I could think of for pop culture would be the suspension of the NBA season, along with other sports, as well as Coachella and SXSW 2020... But when things go back to normal, it maybe resume and thaw down... Still, 85% of the pop culture trends remain intact, and lots of late 2010s culture is still ongoing.

Social/Political matters have changed drastically though, gotta admit. In December 2019, I was happily travelling to Florida. Disney World, Universal Studios, and a cruise to Bahamas was fun. When I first heard of the virus in January, I thought it wouldn't come to Canada and I thought it's not gonna be a big deal, until I had to be quarantined... Social Distancing, big events/conferences being cancelled, that's a massive change from the course of 3-4 months...


Not yet. It takes time to make moves and shows. Heck even tv and film production might even be suspended.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 5:25 pm


Not yet. It takes time to make moves and shows. Heck even tv and film production might even be suspended.
In the UK, the BBC has suspended production of soap programmes like "Eastenders", "Casualty"and "Holby City". The nest Mission Impossible movie with tom Cruise has halted production, it was on location ion Italy at the time of the outbreak of Covid-19.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/18/20 at 5:48 pm

Noah Reid, Schitt's Creek, Kevin From Work, postponed his First Time Out Tour for April and May because of COVID-19.  He and his Schitt's Creek Co-Star Dan Levy are self-isolation, not in the same place, trying to not get sick.
Dan said in a video he saw people posting photos on their Instagram feeds of people being out and about in large crowds  and bragging about it and he was like WTF are you doing? If you don't need to be outside then stay home? Don't put elderly and immune vulnerable people at risk because you're going stir crazy!  ::) ::) ::) ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 5:52 pm


Noah Reid, Schitt's Creek, Kevin From Work, postponed his First Time Out Tour for April and May because of COVID-19.  He and his Schitt's Creek Co-Star Dan Levy are self-isolation, not in the same place, trying to not get sick.
Dan said in a video he saw people posting photos on their Instagram feeds of people being out and about in large crowds  and bragging about it and he was like WTF are you doing? If you don't need to be outside then stay home? Don't put elderly and immune vulnerable people at risk because you're going stir crazy!  ::) ::) ::) ::)
sidetracking at the moment, I saw film location shooting in London the other day, and I had been trying to work out which film is was , normally if I am walking pass, I ask, but this time I was on a bus, and did not want to get off.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/20 at 6:41 pm

It is rumoured that London will commence lockdown starting this weekend, and the Tube will run a reduced service.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/18/20 at 7:15 pm

Everything in Ontario is shut down except for grocery and convenience stores, gas stations, and pharmacies.
I had my heart on going to Casino Rama to get my Platinum Blonde tickets and since the OLGC, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, have shut down all of the casinos in Ontario it's going to be next to impossible for me to get my tickets.  ::)::)::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/18/20 at 7:31 pm


Everything in Ontario is shut down except for grocery and convenience stores, gas stations, and pharmacies.
I had my heart on going to Casino Rama to get my Platinum Blonde tickets and since the OLGC, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, have shut down all of the casinos in Ontario it's going to be next to impossible for me to get my tickets.  ::)::)::)


I have tickets to little Texas but that’s been postponed. Also to Bon Jovi this summer, hopefully nothing happens with that. I paid a lot for that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/18/20 at 7:40 pm


It is rumoured that London will commence lockdown starting this weekend, and the Tube will run a reduced service.


Hopefully not with police and fines and all that like in San Francisco and France. That's going too far imo. I need to go outside for my sanity, especially now that it's almost spring.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: MikeyYankeeMan99 on 03/18/20 at 8:55 pm

My college (as other universities and colleges in the state of New York) will be closing in-person classes and would be doing online learning classes as the result of the pandemic. They say it would happen until the end of the current semester. Not sure if it would be like this next semester.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/18/20 at 10:59 pm

I am slowly going crazy, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, SWITCH!
Crazy slowly going am I, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, SWITCH!

I think I'm going a bit stir crazy since I haven't been able to get to my aquafit and yoga classes at the YMCA.  :P The entire town has been shut down because of COVID-19.  :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 1:10 am


It is rumoured that London will commence lockdown starting this weekend, and the Tube will run a reduced service.
It seems more certain now, and 40 Underground stations are to be are to be shut as the city attempts to reduce the effect of the coronavirus outbreak.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-51946409

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 1:16 am


Everything in Ontario is shut down except for grocery and convenience stores, gas stations, and pharmacies.
I had my heart on going to Casino Rama to get my Platinum Blonde tickets and since the OLGC, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation, have shut down all of the casinos in Ontario it's going to be next to impossible for me to get my tickets.  ::)::)::)
It is happening all over, there is talk of live streaming shows and asking for donations.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: KatanaChick on 03/19/20 at 2:30 am


I am slowly going crazy, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, SWITCH!
Crazy slowly going am I, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, SWITCH!

I think I'm going a bit stir crazy since I haven't been able to get to my aquafit and yoga classes at the YMCA.  :P The entire town has been shut down because of COVID-19.  :P

I haven't been able to get to my weekly boxing class either.  :-\\

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest key developments worldwide

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 5:35 am

A lot has happened in the past 24 hours as the world tries to grapple with the coronavirus pandemic. Here is an overview of the latest key developments:


China reported no new domestically transmitted cases in the country for the first time since the virus emerged in late December
The lockdown in the Chinese city of Wuhan could be lifted once there are no new cases for 14 days, the China Daily newspaper reports
Hokkaido, the worst-affected Japanese region, is lifting its state of emergency after officials said the spread of the virus appeared to be ending
China is among several Asian countries facing a second coronavirus wave, spurred by people importing it from outside
Australia and New Zealand closed their borders to foreigners, the latest countries to do so worldwide
The European Central Bank (ECB) launched an emergency €750bn ($820bn; £700bn) package to ease the impact of the coronavirus pandemic
Donald Trump called himself a “war-time president” as he enacted powers to ramp up production of vital medical supplies
In the UK, schools and dozens of London Underground stations are to be shut


Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London to go on lockdown?

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 6:22 am

There has been a lot of speculation that UK's capital could soon be put on “lockdown”, with the Telegraph reporting it may happen “by the weekend”. Cabinet minister Gavin Williamson told Radio 4’s Today programme the government had “no plans to do this at the moment” but that the prime minister would “deal with difficult decisions”. On Wednesday, Boris Johnson said “we live in a land of liberty” but added that he would “rule nothing out” when asked about whether London faced a possible shutdown like other European cities.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Asian nations face second wave of imported cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 6:47 am

South Korea, China and Singapore are among the Asian countries facing a second coronavirus wave, spurred by people importing it from outside. China, where the virus first emerged, confirmed it had no new domestic cases on Wednesday, for the first time since the outbreak began, a major milestone. But it reported 34 new cases among people recently returned to China. Singapore also reported 47 new cases, of which 33 were imported - 30 of them returned Singapore residents. South Korea saw a jump in new cases on Thursday with 152, though it is not clear how many were imported. A new cluster there is centred on a nursing home in Daegu, where 74 patients have tested positive.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-51955931

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/19/20 at 7:55 am


Yeah, but thousands of kids don't have home internet access, so it's quite a tough challenge for the NYC school system.


You got to do what you got to do.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/19/20 at 7:56 am


Wow. Life really has changed. There are so many things that we're restricted from doing due to the ongoing virus.


or shut down or limited their hours.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/19/20 at 7:59 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/17/8c916b1e-3207-4ed9-a376-b979d1884266.jpg
I spent on afternoon here drinking tea, waiting for a relative,and it was busy. Has the Naked Cowboy gone hpme?.


He should be called The Clothed Cowboy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/19/20 at 8:01 am


Crazy indeed, crazy with social distancing and self isolation.


This might turn out be one hell of a year!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How to stop the spread?

Written By: Howard on 03/19/20 at 8:02 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/18/2f4737ca-a2dd-48bb-8c18-9a0158dd8e9c.png


https://pics.drugstore.com/prodimg/352353/900.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 8:04 am


https://pics.drugstore.com/prodimg/352353/900.jpg
When washing hands, normal soap is sufficient, with hot water.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/19/20 at 8:04 am


Don't forget it is not just your hands that can harbour bacteria and viruses, your mobile phone does too!



Always sanitize your phone!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/19/20 at 8:06 am


When washing hands, normal soap is sufficient, with hot water.


I like a nice fragrant soap.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 8:07 am


When washing hands, normal soap is sufficient, with hot water.
Many times, repeatedly!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 8:07 am



Always sanitize your phone!


Always sanitize your phone!
Yes indeed!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 8:07 am


I like a nice fragrant soap.

Any soap that does the job proplerly.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/19/20 at 8:08 am

Would you compare The coronavirus to viruses from The 19th century? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/19/20 at 8:08 am


Any soap that does the job proplerly.


Exactly! O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 8:22 am


Would you compare The coronavirus to viruses from The 19th century? ???
coronavirus is a collective word for all respiratory colds and flu, even the common cold is a coronavirus, and there are many strains of coronavirus, back in 2002 SARS was a coronavirus identified as SARS-CoV. The current coronavirus is identified as COVID-19.

I still need to research in the Spanish Flu of 1918, and any previous outbreaks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dundee on 03/19/20 at 8:58 am


even the common cold is a coronavirus
Very rarely, most common colds are caused by rhinoviruses

Coronaviruses tend to be very rare in humans as they're more common in other mammals like bats. That's why outbreaks like these tend to be huge deals.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 9:02 am

Reports on the radio say that the this strain of coronavirus is changing, believed there is second strain in China, just as fatalities have reached zero over the past few days.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London public transport to reduce 'very significantly'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 9:03 am

London Mayor Sadiq Khan is due to meet Prime Minister Boris Johnson and other senior officials, amid continued speculation that more stringent measures could be introduced in the city. According to the Times’ deputy political editor, Steven Swinford, Mr Khan says public transport will be reduced “very significantly” in the coming days and weeks, adding that it was “critical” for fewer Londoners to use buses and the Tube. Boris Johnson said the virus was spreading faster in London than other parts of the UK.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/19/20 at 9:41 am

If those two Congressmen (Reps. Ben McAdams and Mario Díaz-Balart) have it as they've interacted with other members of the House, then there could be dozens of them with the virus.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 10:12 am


If those two Congressmen (Reps. Ben McAdams and Mario Díaz-Balart) have it as they've interacted with other members of the House, then there could be dozens of them with the virus.  :o
Whose knows and how high?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Bangladeshi mass prayer meeting criticised

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 10:41 am

On Wednesday thousands of people gathered in southern Bangladesh to pray for the country to be rid of coronavirus, in a move that has not gone down well with the rest of the country. The prayer meeting, held in Raipur, saw 10,000 Muslims offering "healing verses" for the country. A local police chief told news agency AFP the organisers had not sought permission from the authorities to hold the event. Photos and videos of the event, such as the footage below, show people standing and praying shoulder to shoulder in a field. Many Bangladeshis have expressed shock and anger online over the event. Officially the country has 14 positive cases of the virus but many experts fear that not enough testing has been done and that there are many more undetected cases.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Bangladeshi mass prayer meeting criticised

Written By: Sman12 on 03/19/20 at 10:48 am


On Wednesday thousands of people gathered in southern Bangladesh to pray for the country to be rid of coronavirus, in a move that has not gone down well with the rest of the country. The prayer meeting, held in Raipur, saw 10,000 Muslims offering "healing verses" for the country. A local police chief told news agency AFP the organisers had not sought permission from the authorities to hold the event. Photos and videos of the event, such as the footage below, show people standing and praying shoulder to shoulder in a field. Many Bangladeshis have expressed shock and anger online over the event. Officially the country has 14 positive cases of the virus but many experts fear that not enough testing has been done and that there are many more undetected cases.


Why must people be this ignorant to not follow directions of social distancing?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 11:04 am


Why must people be this ignorant to not follow directions of social distancing?

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said everyone in the UK should now avoid "non-essential" travel and contact with others and to fight coronavirus. He said people should work from home and avoid pubs, club, theatres where possible, as part of a range of stringent new measures. Anyone in the same house as someone who has a cough or fever will also have to isolate for 14 days, he said..
It seems that after being told to "avoid pubs, club, theatres where possible", people are still gathering in pubs, when will they ever learn?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In Formula 1

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 11:06 am

The Dutch, Spanish and Monaco Grands Prix have been postponed due to the coronavirus outbreak, Formula 1 bosses have announced. The first four races in Australia, Bahrain, Vietnam and China had already been called off due to the pandemic. The sport's governing body, the FIA, says it expects the 2020 season to begin "as soon as it is safe to do so after May". And it will look at "potential alternative dates later in the year".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fake news or not?

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 11:39 am

Netflix urged to slow down streaming to stop the internet from breaking

https://edition.cnn.com/2020/03/19/tech/netflix-internet-overload-eu/index.html

The European Union is urging Netflix and other streaming platforms to stop showing video in high definition to prevent the internet from breaking under the strain of unprecedented usage due to the coronavirus pandemic. With so many countries on forced lockdowns to fight the spread of the virus, hundreds of millions working from home and even more children out of school, EU officials are concerned about the huge strain on internet bandwidth.

The BBC have reported on this now, so it must be real news.

Subject: Coronavirus: Queen urges UK to ‘work as one’ in message to nation

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 1:43 pm

The Queen has issued a message to the UK people on the coronavirus outbreak, saying the nation is “entering a period of great concern and uncertainty”. The 93-year-old praised the work of scientists, medics and emergency staff, but added that everyone has a "vitally important part to play". She said "Our nation’s history has been forged by people and communities coming together to work as one". The monarch is currently at Windsor Castle with the Duke of Edinburgh. She had already cut short her official duties because of the crisis. Her message was issued by Buckingham Palace after NHS officials announced that the UK death toll had climbed to 137.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51967807

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What's the truth about ibuprofen?

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 1:48 pm

There's so much floating around online about coronavirus that it can sometimes be difficult to keep up with what's true and what's not. One area in particular which has received a lot of attention concerns the safety of taking ibuprofen and other anti-inflammatories to manage the symptoms of coronavirus. Alongside genuine medical advice, false messages have been spreading on social media. So what's the truth? edical professionals told the BBC that ibuprofen is not recommended for managing coronavirus symptoms. But those already taking it should not stop without consulting a doctor. The NHS says although "there is currently no strong evidence that ibuprofen can make coronavirus worse", patients should take paracetamol until we have more information, unless a doctor has advised that paracetamol is unsuitable for you.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Bangladeshi mass prayer meeting criticised

Written By: Howard on 03/19/20 at 2:39 pm


Why must people be this ignorant to not follow directions of social distancing?


People for whatever reason have to cancel get-togethers, it's not that hard to understand.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/19/20 at 2:41 pm

I kind of wonder what would've happened if the coronavirus had spread 100 years ago?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/19/20 at 3:26 pm


I kind of wonder what would've happened if the coronavirus had spread 100 years ago?

It basically already did. The Spanish flu pandemic in 1918-1920 after WWI ended. It was devastating.

Until this current coronavirus pandemic, the Spanish flu was the last global pandemic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 3:31 pm


I kind of wonder what would've happened if the coronavirus had spread 100 years ago?

It basically already did. The Spanish flu pandemic in 1918-1920 after WWI ended. It was devastating.

Until this current coronavirus pandemic, the Spanish flu was the last global pandemic.
Before I commit to a reply here, I think there is a programme on Netflix about the Spanish Flu, if so, I will try and watch it,

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dundee on 03/19/20 at 3:57 pm

the Spanish flu was the last global pandemic.
Technically wrong, AIDS was declared as a pandemic in the early 90s. We still have no cure or vaccin for it after 40 years and it killed off more people than the two world wars combined.

And besides that, between the 20s and the 80s there's been other major outbreaks like the Asian flu, smallpox, cholera and polio. And more recently the swine flu in 2009 was also considered a global pandemic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/19/20 at 4:10 pm


Technically wrong, AIDS was declared as a pandemic in the early 90s. We still have no cure or vaccin for it after 40 years and it killed off more people than the two world wars combined.

And besides that, between the 20s and the 80s there's been other major outbreaks like the Asian flu, smallpox, cholera and polio. And more recently the swine flu in 2009 was also considered a global pandemic.

None of those pandemics were of this nature and shut down major parts of the world.

Also, none of those viruses or illnesses are nearly as contagious as the Spanish flu/coronavirus.

However, my phrasing of "last global pandemic" is inaccurate and thanks for the correction.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/19/20 at 4:19 pm

The company I work for, sh!tmart, has now made a couple of temporary changes. This is being done in an attempt to have more products available for all customers. Too many hoarders have caused others to not get stuff. Naturally we get yelled at like it’s our fault. And our trucks are of course delayed. However, I do not think these changes will help.

*Hours will now be 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM (Normal hours for my store are 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
This is so that the store can be closed to help stockers get their job done. For others this may be beneficial, but for us no employees work past midnight. We lost overnights (Which I worked and ended up enjoying since no one was around). As far as I know all stores nationwide will be doing this.

*Tuesdays will be open at 6:00 AM strictly for seniors. This is a good idea. All other customers will wait one hour. The pharmacy will be opening at that time as well on Tuesdays.

*We are limiting the purchases to one item per customer. So one bag of toilet paper, one Kleenex, one paper towel, one Lysol related product, one hand soap and one hand sanitizer can be purchased at a time by each customer (one each per transaction). But what’s to stop them from coming back later in the day??? This will not be very affective. Then they will complain about it to the cashiers as well.

So the senior hours on Tuesdays are really the only helpful thing.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/19/20 at 5:04 pm

There was another death from COVID-19 in Ontario.  A man in his 50s  in Milton, Ontario with an underlying condition and hadn't traveled outside of Canada and he wasn't exposed to anybody who had died.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/19/20 at 5:28 pm


The company I work for, sh!tmart, has now made a couple of temporary changes. This is being done in an attempt to have more products available for all customers. Too many hoarders have caused others to not get stuff. Naturally we get yelled at like it’s our fault. And our trucks are of course delayed. However, I do not think these changes will help.

*Hours will now be 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM (Normal hours for my store are 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
This is so that the store can be closed to help stockers get their job done. For others this may be beneficial, but for us no employees work past midnight. We lost overnights (Which I worked and ended up enjoying since no one was around). As far as I know all stores nationwide will be doing this.

*Tuesdays will be open at 6:00 AM strictly for seniors. This is a good idea. All other customers will wait one hour. The pharmacy will be opening at that time as well on Tuesdays.

*We are limiting the purchases to one item per customer. So one bag of toilet paper, one Kleenex, one paper towel, one Lysol related product, one hand soap and one hand sanitizer can be purchased at a time by each customer (one each per transaction). But what’s to stop them from coming back later in the day??? This will not be very affective. Then they will complain about it to the cashiers as well.

So the senior hours on Tuesdays are really the only helpful thing.



My step-daughter's husband works overnight so I wonder if this will effect him, too.

As for the seniors only, yes I think that is a good idea but they always make is SO EARLY! Our local grocery store is doing the same thing but they are making it 7-9 on Tuesdays & Thursdays. However, we live in a small town. The number of people over 60 is 509 out of a total population of 2280-which makes it about a 1/4 of the population over 60. So, if they all go to the grocery store at the same time... :-\\  Also, we have people from other towns, too who use our store. It does sound good but we will see if it really is good when it is implemented.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/19/20 at 5:44 pm


The company I work for, sh!tmart, has now made a couple of temporary changes. This is being done in an attempt to have more products available for all customers. Too many hoarders have caused others to not get stuff. Naturally we get yelled at like it’s our fault. And our trucks are of course delayed. However, I do not think these changes will help.

*Hours will now be 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM (Normal hours for my store are 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
This is so that the store can be closed to help stockers get their job done. For others this may be beneficial, but for us no employees work past midnight. We lost overnights (Which I worked and ended up enjoying since no one was around). As far as I know all stores nationwide will be doing this.

*Tuesdays will be open at 6:00 AM strictly for seniors. This is a good idea. All other customers will wait one hour. The pharmacy will be opening at that time as well on Tuesdays.

*We are limiting the purchases to one item per customer. So one bag of toilet paper, one Kleenex, one paper towel, one Lysol related product, one hand soap and one hand sanitizer can be purchased at a time by each customer (one each per transaction). But what’s to stop them from coming back later in the day??? This will not be very affective. Then they will complain about it to the cashiers as well.

So the senior hours on Tuesdays are really the only helpful thing.




My step-daughter's husband works overnight so I wonder if this will effect him, too.

As for the seniors only, yes I think that is a good idea but they always make is SO EARLY! Our local grocery store is doing the same thing but they are making it 7-9 on Tuesdays & Thursdays. However, we live in a small town. The number of people over 60 is 509 out of a total population of 2280-which makes it about a 1/4 of the population over 60. So, if they all go to the grocery store at the same time... :-\\  Also, we have people from other towns, too who use our store. It does sound good but we will see if it really is good when it is implemented.


Cat
Starting tomorrow, the first hour of opening in the supermarkets here in the UK will be for senior citizens, and the vulnerable only. And for all when shopping items are limited to free.

I usually do my shopping first thing of the day, and I think I will be let in at those hours.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/19/20 at 5:58 pm

My dad's temporarily out of a job after the place he's working at closed down until further notice. Obviously it's due to this pandemic.

It really shows how deep the pandemic's economic impact is.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/19/20 at 6:59 pm



My step-daughter's husband works overnight so I wonder if this will effect him, too.

As for the seniors only, yes I think that is a good idea but they always make is SO EARLY! Our local grocery store is doing the same thing but they are making it 7-9 on Tuesdays & Thursdays. However, we live in a small town. The number of people over 60 is 509 out of a total population of 2280-which makes it about a 1/4 of the population over 60. So, if they all go to the grocery store at the same time... :-\\  Also, we have people from other towns, too who use our store. It does sound good but we will see if it really is good when it is implemented.


Cat

Yeah if seniors make up that much of the town it might still very hard to get stuff. Our store has a good amount of seniors that come in the morning time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/19/20 at 7:01 pm


My dad's temporarily out of a job after the place he's working at closed down until further notice. Obviously it's due to this pandemic.

It really shows how deep the pandemic's economic impact is.  :\'(

Yeah it’s so sad  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/19/20 at 7:05 pm


Yeah it’s so sad  :\'(


The slowdown will hit our company but later this year or even next year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/19/20 at 8:16 pm

I went to the bank earlier today and King Street which is the main street coming into town is a virtual ghost town.  I think everybody is staying home because of this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/19/20 at 9:24 pm


My dad's temporarily out of a job after the place he's working at closed down until further notice. Obviously it's due to this pandemic.

It really shows how deep the pandemic's economic impact is.  :\'(

Damn, that's terrible. My deepest sympathies to your father and family.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 03/19/20 at 10:23 pm

Governor of California has issued a stay-at-home mandate.

This means I may have to work from home tomorrow (which I can do).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: mqg96 on 03/19/20 at 11:18 pm

^ Yep, it's starting to happen. I wouldn't be surprised if this goes nationwide.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/20 at 2:12 am


Governor of California has issued a stay-at-home mandate.

This means I may have to work from home tomorrow (which I can do).

^ Yep, it's starting to happen. I wouldn't be surprised if this goes nationwide.
Here in the UK, Prime Minister Boris Johnson says being forced to say at home will never happen, but strongly advises people too.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Retired medics urged to return to NHS

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/20 at 2:26 am

Letters are being sent to more than 65,000 retired doctors and nurses in England asking them to return to the NHS to help tackle the coronavirus outbreak. Senior officials say the ex-employees are needed to boost frontline services. Final-year medical students and student nurses could also be given temporary work to boost the ranks.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Philippines bans entry of foreigners

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/20 at 2:27 am

Foreigners will no longer be allowed to enter the Philippines starting from midnight on Sunday, the Department of Transport has said. Domestic flights to and from Manila are currently suspended, school classes have been cancelled and police and army personnel are manning quarantine checkpoints and enforcing evening curfews. The British embassy in Manila say around 200 Britons in the country are currently affected by the travel restrictions. But the Philippine government says all foreign visitors will be allowed to leave the country unimpeded. The ruling comes after the Philippines suspended the issuance of visas and visa-free privileges worldwide. However there are exemptions to the rule. Foreign spouses and children of Filipino nationals are exempted, as are foreign government and international organisation officials and their dependents with previously issued visas. The suspension of visas will last until 12 April. There are 217 confirmed cases in the country but experts believe the real number of cases is likely to be much higher.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/20 at 2:50 am

China says it had no domestically transmitted cases for a second day - but there have been some questions over the figures.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Public transport services reduced around UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/20 at 5:16 am

Travellers face disruption as operators continue to cut their services because of falling demand. This comes after the government asked people to work from home and avoid public places.

Among services affected:

Train companies Northern, TransPennine Express, South Western Railway and Great Western Railway are already running reduced timetables
Other train operators will gradually cut services from Monday - although they will still run core services to ensure key workers can get to their jobs
Transport for London have closed 40 Underground stations until further notice, while bus services will be reduced
Buses in the West Midlands and Greater Manchester are cutting services

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In sport

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/20 at 6:24 am

The World Snooker Championship is postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In Australia police have some advice

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/20 at 6:39 am

Panic-bying? Well, here's a few tips by New South Wales Police Force.

NSW Police Force

@nswpolice
Here’s a full list of items you should be panic buying:#COVID19Aus
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EThXcuYU8AEqMAI?format=png&name=small

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In Australia police have some advice

Written By: Sman12 on 03/20/20 at 8:20 am


Panic-bying? Well, here's a few tips by New South Wales Police Force.

NSW Police Force

@nswpolice
Here’s a full list of items you should be panic buying:#COVID19Aus
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EThXcuYU8AEqMAI?format=png&name=small


;D Okay, that's pretty funny.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/20/20 at 8:34 am


It basically already did. The Spanish flu pandemic in 1918-1920 after WWI ended. It was devastating.

Until this current coronavirus pandemic, the Spanish flu was the last global pandemic.


How many were affected 100 years ago compared to the virus we have now that's spreading?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/20/20 at 8:36 am


The company I work for, sh!tmart, has now made a couple of temporary changes. This is being done in an attempt to have more products available for all customers. Too many hoarders have caused others to not get stuff. Naturally we get yelled at like it’s our fault. And our trucks are of course delayed. However, I do not think these changes will help.

*Hours will now be 7:00 AM - 8:30 PM (Normal hours for my store are 6:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
This is so that the store can be closed to help stockers get their job done. For others this may be beneficial, but for us no employees work past midnight. We lost overnights (Which I worked and ended up enjoying since no one was around). As far as I know all stores nationwide will be doing this.

*Tuesdays will be open at 6:00 AM strictly for seniors. This is a good idea. All other customers will wait one hour. The pharmacy will be opening at that time as well on Tuesdays.

*We are limiting the purchases to one item per customer. So one bag of toilet paper, one Kleenex, one paper towel, one Lysol related product, one hand soap and one hand sanitizer can be purchased at a time by each customer (one each per transaction). But what’s to stop them from coming back later in the day??? This will not be very affective. Then they will complain about it to the cashiers as well.

So the senior hours on Tuesdays are really the only helpful thing.


The hours for Stop N Shop will be 6am-7:30am (for senior citizens).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/20/20 at 8:38 am


My dad's temporarily out of a job after the place he's working at closed down until further notice. Obviously it's due to this pandemic.

It really shows how deep the pandemic's economic impact is.  :\'(


I'm sorry to hear that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/20/20 at 8:39 am


I went to the bank earlier today and King Street which is the main street coming into town is a virtual ghost town.  I think everybody is staying home because of this.


I don't see many people in my neighborhood either.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In Australia police have some advice

Written By: Howard on 03/20/20 at 8:40 am


Panic-bying? Well, here's a few tips by New South Wales Police Force.

NSW Police Force

@nswpolice
Here’s a full list of items you should be panic buying:#COVID19Aus
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EThXcuYU8AEqMAI?format=png&name=small


There's nothing on there. ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/20 at 8:44 am


There's nothing on there. ;D
Exactly!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/20 at 8:46 am


My dad's temporarily out of a job after the place he's working at closed down until further notice. Obviously it's due to this pandemic.

It really shows how deep the pandemic's economic impact is.  :\'(
Sorry to hear this, I hope it all turns out fine when this get better.

I made two phone calls for a similar service, and both have suspended duties till everything is clear again.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/20/20 at 9:35 am


Sorry to hear this, I hope it all turns out fine when this get better.

I made two phone calls for a similar service, and both have suspended duties till everything is clear again.



I'm sorry to hear that.



Damn, that's terrible. My deepest sympathies to your father and family.


Thank you all for your support. I'm glad we have each other on moments like this.  :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/20 at 10:32 am


Thank you all for your support. I'm glad we have each other on moments like this.  :)
O0

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK pubs and restaurants told to shut in virus fight

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/20/20 at 12:43 pm

Cafes, pubs and restaurants must close from Friday night, except for take-away food, to tackle coronavirus, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said. All the UK's nightclubs, theatres, cinemas, gyms and leisure centres have also been asked to close "as soon as they reasonably can".
Mr Johnson said the situation will be reviewed each month. The chancellor has said the government will pay 80% of wages for employees who are not working, up to £2,500 a month. Speaking at a daily press briefing, Mr Johnson urged people not to go out on Friday night. "For now, at least physically, we need to keep people apart," he said. The prime minister added: "The more effectively we follow the advice we are given, the faster this country will stage both a medical and an economic recovery in full."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51981653

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/20/20 at 12:44 pm

The thing I cannot figure out is why there are still such long lines in supermarkets. This has been going on for over three weeks now. People have had at least three weeks of hording yet they are still going back and buying more and more stuff. It's not just for their daily needs because supermarkets never have lines like this when people are just going for their daily needs. I cannot penetrate this mystery. I think at this point people are just doing it because it is a thing. People are like that, you know.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/20/20 at 1:23 pm


^ Yep, it's starting to happen. I wouldn't be surprised if this goes nationwide.



My state isn't MANDATORY but schools were closed that the beginning of the week followed by bars & restaurants (except take-out). I don't know what businesses are open and what is not but as I look out my window, I see a lot of cars go by so there are still a lot of people out and about.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/20/20 at 1:26 pm


The thing I cannot figure out is why there are still such long lines in supermarkets. This has been going on for over three weeks now. People have had at least three weeks of hording yet they are still going back and buying more and more stuff. It's not just for their daily needs because supermarkets never have lines like this when people are just going for their daily needs. I cannot penetrate this mystery. I think at this point people are just doing it because it is a thing. People are like that, you know.



I can't figure that out either. It could be that they are bored because there is nothing else to do so let's go grocery shopping. I think those who keep going back for more will stop eventually because either they will run out of money or run out of room to store everything in their homes.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/20/20 at 2:17 pm


The thing I cannot figure out is why there are still such long lines in supermarkets. This has been going on for over three weeks now. People have had at least three weeks of hording yet they are still going back and buying more and more stuff. It's not just for their daily needs because supermarkets never have lines like this when people are just going for their daily needs. I cannot penetrate this mystery. I think at this point people are just doing it because it is a thing. People are like that, you know.


The lines were small when I went yesterday, despite being chaotic a couple of days ago. It might take time for things to simmer down. Also I finally got toilet paper.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/20/20 at 2:44 pm


The thing I cannot figure out is why there are still such long lines in supermarkets. This has been going on for over three weeks now. People have had at least three weeks of hording yet they are still going back and buying more and more stuff. It's not just for their daily needs because supermarkets never have lines like this when people are just going for their daily needs. I cannot penetrate this mystery. I think at this point people are just doing it because it is a thing. People are like that, you know.


I guess they're worried about situations that might happen such as needing toilet tissue for those bathroom moments (No.1 and or No.2), bottled water to drink, hand sanitizer for everyday usage and paper towels for the cleaning.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/20/20 at 2:44 pm


The lines were small when I went yesterday, despite being chaotic a couple of days ago. It might take time for things to simmer down. Also I finally got toilet paper.


If people are scared sh*tless by this virus, what do they need toilet paper for?  ;D  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/20/20 at 2:47 pm



I can't figure that out either. It could be that they are bored because there is nothing else to do so let's go grocery shopping. I think those who keep going back for more will stop eventually because either they will run out of money or run out of room to store everything in their homes.


Cat


I understand toilet paper, everyone needs that for that bathroom moment and we all need water to drink for consumption, hand sanitizer you almost always need and paper towels for the cleaning.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/20/20 at 2:49 pm


If people are scared sh*tless by this virus, what do they need toilet paper for?  ;D  ;D


For that just in-case that they need to go to the bathroom.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/20/20 at 3:22 pm

https://i.redd.it/203qizvqanm41.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/20/20 at 3:59 pm

I'm very paranoid about going outside for any reason other than getting our life necessities and it feels like I'm going to keep being paranoid for the rest of the year.
Oh, I just read a Twitter post from Platinum Blonde and they say that as far as they know none of their May shows have been postponed or canceled but if that happens then they want us to know that if they have to change the dates of the shows then the tickets that were purchased for the dates will be honoured. So as soon as the OLGC, Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation opens up all of the casinos again I'm going to ask my mother about the Casino Rama show in May because I'm itching to get out and see Platinum Blonde again because I want to hear how they sound with their drummer.  :) :) :) :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/20/20 at 4:15 pm


https://i.redd.it/203qizvqanm41.jpg


;D 'Cause who needs food and water when all of you have are dozens of toilet paper?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/20/20 at 5:21 pm


https://i.redd.it/203qizvqanm41.jpg

;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/20/20 at 6:06 pm

Canada officially joins the 1,000+ club. Don't get this party started without us.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/20/20 at 7:14 pm


Canada officially joins the 1,000+ club. Don't get this party started without us.  :-\\

Sad to hear about that, Slowpoke. Hope you stay safe, man. :)

According to the Worldometer site, the U.S. could potentially hit 20,000 by tomorrow (in my timezone) and become close to Spain in total cases, if not surpassing the country.  :o

https://i.ibb.co/VVNknCh/Screenshot-20200320-200925-Chrome.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 03/20/20 at 7:24 pm


Here in the UK, Prime Minister Boris Johnson says being forced to say at home will never happen, but strongly advises people too.

I ended up actually going to my office this morning; we will all be working from home next week (except Wednesday, when we'll all gather in the office again to do things that can only be done in the office itself).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/20/20 at 7:24 pm


Sad to hear about that, Slowpoke. Hope you stay safe, man. :)

According to the Worldometer site, the U.S. could potentially hit 20,000 by tomorrow (in my timezone) and become close to Spain in total cases, if not surpassing the country.  :o

https://i.ibb.co/VVNknCh/Screenshot-20200320-200925-Chrome.jpg

I think it’s important to keep in mind that the United States has way more people than Spain, so there’s going to be more people infected overall.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/20/20 at 7:34 pm


The thing I cannot figure out is why there are still such long lines in supermarkets. This has been going on for over three weeks now. People have had at least three weeks of hording yet they are still going back and buying more and more stuff. It's not just for their daily needs because supermarkets never have lines like this when people are just going for their daily needs. I cannot penetrate this mystery. I think at this point people are just doing it because it is a thing. People are like that, you know.

People are really being rude to us at my store when it’s not our fault we’re out of stuff. 😔

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/20/20 at 8:43 pm

So I was at an airport this afternoon, diligently practicing ‘social distancing”. There were PLENTY of empty seats There, so it was easy.

Anyway, some jerk and his family decide to plunk themselves right next to me.  I immediately got up, grabbed my bags, and said “apparently there’s no shortage of ass wipes in this town”.  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/20/20 at 9:09 pm

Fed up Italian mayor.

DogS6dIe2t4

The hand movements say everything.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/20/20 at 9:14 pm

On the plus side, with few people traveling, it's easy to navigate town.  And gas just went below $2 a gallon for the first time since before 9/11.  Diesel is still almost $3 which I don't understand, unless everybody is filling up their fuel oil tanks preparing for self isolation.

Currently no documented cases north of the bridge, but with a couple casinos still running thru the weekend, that will probably be the gateway if it hasn't arrived already.  That's about all that's left.

Saw a local news article the other day about not to flush paper towels, napkins, wipes, etc. because TP is out, it is screwing up the city sewers.  I called that one.  It will also screw up your private septic system and the huge repair bill will be on you.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/20/20 at 9:19 pm


So I was at an airport this afternoon, diligently practicing ‘social distancing”. There were PLENTY of empty seats There, so it was easy.

Anyway, some jerk and his family decide to plunk themselves right next to me.  I immediately got up, grabbed my bags, and said “apparently there’s no shortage of ass wipes in this town”.  ;D


I heard in San Fran the police force people to stand 6 feet away from each other :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/20/20 at 9:29 pm



Saw a local news article the other day about not to flush paper towels, napkins, wipes, etc. because TP is out, it is screwing up the city sewers.  I called that one.  It will also screw up your private septic system and the huge repair bill will be on you.


What are you supposed to do with the stuff? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/20/20 at 9:47 pm


What are you supposed to do with the stuff? ???


Garbage.  Just have to take it out more often.  Or use a covered can so it doesn't smell as bad.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/20/20 at 10:13 pm


Garbage.  Just have to take it out more often.  Or use a covered can so it doesn't smell as bad.


I’d hate to be the garbage man who has to empty that can. The funk would be overwhelming, especially in summer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/20/20 at 10:15 pm


I’d hate to be the garbage man who has to empty that can. The funk would be overwhelming, especially in summer.


I agree.  Ever had a kid in diapers?  Glad it's still cold here.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: woahjoey on 03/20/20 at 11:18 pm

Here in San Francisco, we have been placed under a Shelter in Place order for the past few days. All my classes and programs at SF State have been moved online or canceled altogether. My nurse friend is absolutely exhausted last time I spoke with her. Had to do a Zoom check in with my two classes yesterday. A handful of my cohort mates are not taking this well. My boyfriend and another roommate had to file for unemployment, as did many other twenty-somethings I know in the city. I'm worried about my parents down in LA who are in their mid-70s and not top notch health. This really is something.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/20/20 at 11:27 pm


Here in San Francisco, we have been placed under a Shelter in Place order for the past few days. All my classes and programs at SF State have been moved online or canceled altogether. My nurse friend is absolutely exhausted last time I spoke with her. Had to do a Zoom check in with my two classes yesterday. A handful of my cohort mates are not taking this well. My boyfriend and another roommate had to file for unemployment, as did many other twenty-somethings I know in the city. I'm worried about my parents down in LA who are in their mid-70s and not top notch health. This really is something.

I wish you, your family and friends all the best. Stay safe! O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: woahjoey on 03/21/20 at 2:33 am


I wish you, your family and friends all the best. Stay safe! O0


Thank you! <3

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/21/20 at 2:53 am


I’d hate to be the garbage man who has to empty that can. The funk would be overwhelming, especially in summer.


They don't collect compost/organics bins separately where you guys are at? That's where I put the pet poop, leftover food and used tissue papers/paper towels (and yeah, the smell is noxious).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Eazy-EMAN1995 on 03/21/20 at 5:47 am


I know, but it's just temporary. When the pandemic eases down, everything will be back to normal like how it was in 2019

I agreed with most of what you said in your previous post, but this post had me scratching my head... to actually think this is a temporary and things will go back to what they were a year ago and two years ago is FOOLISH. Things are gonna change after this. Heck this pandemic could last for 18 more months... So no things aren't gonna be the same. We're in a culturally societal/transtional period which could last until NEXT YEAR's fall. :( :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/21/20 at 7:55 am


Here in San Francisco, we have been placed under a Shelter in Place order for the past few days. All my classes and programs at SF State have been moved online or canceled altogether. My nurse friend is absolutely exhausted last time I spoke with her. Had to do a Zoom check in with my two classes yesterday. A handful of my cohort mates are not taking this well. My boyfriend and another roommate had to file for unemployment, as did many other twenty-somethings I know in the city. I'm worried about my parents down in LA who are in their mid-70s and not top notch health. This really is something.


Yeah, this event is definitely something to tell future generations about and how to prevent one from ever happening again.

But I hope you all make it through this.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Hotels to house the homeless in London

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/20 at 11:15 am

Hotels in central London will open their doors to rough sleepers to help protect them against the coronavirus, according to London Mayor Sadiq Khan. The mayor's office is in talks with Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) about block booking rooms at a discounted rate for the next 12 weeks. It comes as rough sleepers are deemed more at risk, as they are considered significantly more likely to have underlying health conditions - including respiratory problems - than the wider population. Mr Khan said rooms would provide "vital protection" for rough sleepers, who are less likely to be able to follow Public Health England advice on self-isolation, social distancing and hand-washing.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Be responsible when you shop and think of others

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/20 at 11:16 am

Environment Secretary George Eustice pleaded with UK shoppers not to panic-buy at the UK government's daily coronavirus update.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Be responsible when you shop and think of others

Written By: nally on 03/21/20 at 11:19 am


Environment Secretary George Eustice pleaded with UK shoppers not to panic-buy at the UK government's daily coronavirus update.

The same should go for shoppers in the U.S.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Warning of spike in scams linked to crisis

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/20 at 11:20 am

Councils are warning people to beware of scammers pretending to be health officials or offering to pick up food and medicines. Fraudsters are also selling counterfeit face masks and hand sanitisers, says the LGA, which speaks for councils in England and Wales. Hand sanitiser containing an ingredient banned for human use six years ago has been seized in Birmingham. The LGA is advising people not to accept help from cold-callers. This means being suspicious of anyone who offers help, either online or in person, the Local Government Association warned, after councils in Rochdale and south London received reports of attempted scams. In Lewisham, south London, Neighbourhood Watch reported cold-callers knocking at the doors of elderly people, saying they were from the health authority and were carrying out tests.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51964507

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/20 at 11:23 am


The same should go for shoppers in the U.S.
Reports on the radio, that Spain even though with a country with a death count, has no panic buying or stockpiling.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): USA Track and Field call for Olympics delay

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/20 at 11:24 am

USA Track and Field, athletics' US governing body, has called for this summer's Olympics in Tokyo to be delayed because of the ongoing coronavirus situation. The federation has asked the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee to advocate to the International Olympic Committee for the postponement of the Games. It follows a request from USA Swimming for it to be delayed by 12 months. The Olympics are scheduled to take place from 24 July to 9 August.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/51988459

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 03/21/20 at 11:26 am


Reports on the radio, that Spain even though with a country with a death count, has no panic buying or stockpiling.

Okay then...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): USA Track and Field call for Olympics delay

Written By: nally on 03/21/20 at 11:30 am


USA Track and Field, athletics' US governing body, has called for this summer's Olympics in Tokyo to be delayed because of the ongoing coronavirus situation. The federation has asked the US Olympic and Paralympic Committee to advocate to the International Olympic Committee for the postponement of the Games. It follows a request from USA Swimming for it to be delayed by 12 months. The Olympics are scheduled to take place from 24 July to 9 August.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/athletics/51988459

I was wondering about this.

Makes me wonder if they'll be made up (that is, played later) starting on a later date..

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: mqg96 on 03/21/20 at 11:59 am


I agreed with most of what you said in your previous post, but this post had me scratching my head... to actually think this is a temporary and things will go back to what they were a year ago and two years ago is FOOLISH. Things are gonna change after this. Heck this pandemic could last for 18 more months... So no things aren't gonna be the same. We're in a culturally societal/transtional period which could last until NEXT YEAR's fall. :( :o


Oh yeah, tell Early2010sGuy our world is going to go through a drastic change once this catastrophic event is over. No way our culture around us will be the same again after this. It's mind blowing to me how many places & events are shutdown & cancelled/postponed and how multiple industries (including sports) are being affected by this. I recommend everybody to read this article below.

Coronavirus Will Change the World Permanently. Here’s How.

"A crisis on this scale can reorder society in dramatic ways, for better or worse. Here are 34 big thinkers’ predictions for what’s to come....."

https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2020/03/19/coronavirus-effect-economy-life-society-analysis-covid-135579

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/21/20 at 12:05 pm


Reports on the radio, that Spain even though with a country with a death count, has no panic buying or stockpiling.


The cash machine near my local Wally Mart was emptied of cash.  There's a run on everything.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/21/20 at 12:11 pm

The US is now 4th in case numbers as we have over 2,800 new cases. I know it's because more tests are now available, but it's still striking to see.

Link from Worldometer:
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/#countries

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): NHS confirms 53 more deaths in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/20 at 1:27 pm

Another 53 people with coronavirus have died in England, bringing the total of deaths in the country to 220.

The patients who died in England were aged between 41 and 94 years old and all had underlying health conditions.

Earlier, two more deaths were recorded in Wales, bringing its total to five, and another death in Scotland, taking the number to seven

Northern Ireland has recorded one death.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/21/20 at 2:37 pm


The thing I cannot figure out is why there are still such long lines in supermarkets. This has been going on for over three weeks now. People have had at least three weeks of hording yet they are still going back and buying more and more stuff. It's not just for their daily needs because supermarkets never have lines like this when people are just going for their daily needs. I cannot penetrate this mystery. I think at this point people are just doing it because it is a thing. People are like that, you know.


In the UK apparently we have bought a billion pounds worth of food in the past three weeks. I really hope people don’t waste it by stocking up and then having it go rotten. I have tried to just buy my normal groceries.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/21/20 at 2:46 pm

My store manager is refusing returns on toilet paper and other hoard items!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/20 at 3:38 pm


My store manager is refusing returns on toilet paper and other hoard items!
Under UK trading and consumer laws, if an item is taken back to the shop, even with the receipt, the store can still refuse the item for there is nothing wrong with it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/21/20 at 3:41 pm


In the UK apparently we have bought a billion pounds worth of food in the past three weeks. I really hope people don’t waste it by stocking up and then having it go rotten. I have tried to just buy my normal groceries.
I can understand it other than the hoarders and panic buyers, other people in order to avoid the queues, and having to shop at local stores where items are more expensive.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/21/20 at 3:44 pm


https://i.redd.it/203qizvqanm41.jpg



OK, That's way too much toilet paper. ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/21/20 at 3:45 pm


;D 'Cause who needs food and water when all of you have are dozens of toilet paper?


I mean how many bowel movements can you have in one day?  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/21/20 at 3:47 pm


People are really being rude to us at my store when it’s not our fault we’re out of stuff. 😔


I heard they're bringing more police patrol over at most supermarkets to keep people from fighting over supplies.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/21/20 at 3:48 pm


So I was at an airport this afternoon, diligently practicing ‘social distancing”. There were PLENTY of empty seats There, so it was easy.

Anyway, some jerk and his family decide to plunk themselves right next to me.  I immediately got up, grabbed my bags, and said “apparently there’s no shortage of ass wipes in this town”.  ;D


You should've sprayed him with Lysol.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/21/20 at 3:50 pm


I agree.  Ever had a kid in diapers?  Glad it's still cold here.



Where I work (Brooklyn) I smell more dirty diapers in that nasty parking lot during the hot summer. 8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/21/20 at 3:51 pm


My store manager is refusing returns on toilet paper and other hoard items!


Why is that?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/21/20 at 4:17 pm


My store manager is refusing returns on toilet paper and other hoard items!


Good for that store manager and his/her store!  :)

Seriously though, toilet paper hoarding??? Just inane.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/21/20 at 4:20 pm


Good for that store manager and his/her store!  :)

Seriously though, toilet paper hoarding??? Just inane.



And what do you use for after those bowel movements?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/21/20 at 6:03 pm



And what do you use for after those bowel movements?


Toilet paper, obviously. But I don't understand why there's more of a focus on that and not basic necessities like food and water.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/21/20 at 6:04 pm



And what do you use for after those bowel movements?


Perhaps a garden hose? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/21/20 at 6:27 pm

Start wearing your support ribbons.

https://i.redd.it/44tc70wybqn41.jpg


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/22/20 at 3:55 am


Toilet paper, obviously. But I don't understand why there's more of a focus on that and not basic necessities like food and water.


Apparently Australia usually gets its paper from China. So when it looked like these supplies were at risk people in Australia went out and stock piled it. Then when pictures of empty shelves were posted on Facebook and the like, people in other countries panicked and thought they ought to buy toilet paper

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris Johnson in Mother's Day warning

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/20 at 6:59 am


Has Mother's Day on this Sunday March 22nd been cancelled?
Boris Johnson has warned the NHS could be "overwhelmed" if people do not act to slow the "accelerating" spread of coronavirus, as he urged the UK not to visit loved ones on Mother's Day. The PM called on the public to join a "heroic and collective national effort" and follow social distancing advice. The number of people who have died in the UK with coronavirus rose to 233 on Saturday, as cases topped 5,000. It comes as NHS England plans to write to 1.5 million people most at risk.Boris Johnson has warned the NHS could be "overwhelmed" if people do not act to slow the "accelerating" spread of coronavirus, as he urged the UK not to visit loved ones on Mother's Day. The PM called on the public to join a "heroic and collective national effort" and follow social distancing advice. The number of people who have died in the UK with coronavirus rose to 233 on Saturday, as cases topped 5,000. It comes as NHS England plans to write to 1.5 million people most at risk.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Australia to close pubs, cafes and places of worship

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/20 at 7:08 am

Australia is shutting down non-essential services as coronavirus cases rise rapidly in the country. Pubs, clubs, gyms, cinemas and places of worship will be shut from midday on Monday, while restaurants and cafes will have to switch to takeaway only. Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced the restrictions after a national cabinet meeting. The number of cases in Australia has risen sharply in recent days, reaching 1,315. New South Wales (NSW), home to Sydney, is the worst-affected state with 533 confirmed cases. Victoria, of which Melbourne is the capital, has 296 cases, while Queensland has 259.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-51992357

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/22/20 at 7:42 am


Toilet paper, obviously. But I don't understand why there's more of a focus on that and not basic necessities like food and water.


Bottled water was going off the pallets as soon as they were grabbing them. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/22/20 at 7:42 am


Perhaps a garden hose? ???



I'm pretty sure I'm not going to stick up my rear end!  ::)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Summary

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/20 at 8:08 am


Cases pass 300,000 with more than 13,000 deaths around the world; 93,000 people have recovered]
Australia to close pubs, clubs, cinemas, casinos, nightclubs and places of worship
Sport and physical activity outside are banned in Italy's worst hit region of Lombardy. The move comes after Italy reported nearly 800 coronavirus deaths on Saturday
Britons are warned the spread of the virus is "accelerating" and they must avoid social contact
More than a billion people in India asked to observe a 14-hour long curfew to test the country's preparedness




Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/22/20 at 8:17 am



I'm pretty sure I'm not going to stick up my rear end!  ::)


And there are also bidets, and because of the unreasonable scarcity of toilet paper, they became popular items online.  ;D

https://www.reviewgeek.com/thumbcache/0/0/9ad5ae3989507a9e0aba8910fbc03c9c/p/uploads/2019/09/x1dc90b8d.png.pagespeed.gp+jp+jw+pj+ws+js+rj+rp+rw+ri+cp+md.ic.LPYpqif9mQ.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/22/20 at 9:03 am


Bottled water was going off the pallets as soon as they were grabbing them. :o


There wasn’t a lot of bottled water left here but a lot of people have wells. Most bottled water is just well water. A lot of the foods with long shelf life were gone, like ramen noodles.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/20 at 10:05 am


There wasn’t a lot of bottled water left here but a lot of people have wells. Most bottled water is just well water. A lot of the foods with long shelf life were gone, like ramen noodles.
I have not seen pasta for a long time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/22/20 at 12:08 pm

Hey you guys. So my mom and I called in cause we needed a break from the madness. We needed to get at least some food though so we decided to go shopping. Early on Sunday usually isn’t terrible anywhere. It wasn’t very bad where we went. We managed to get some things. But still we’ll be getting a few things here and there after work. The more the better. I’m off again tomorrow.

I’ve read various posts on reddit after seeing our company’s latest attendance policy. Apparently they are wavering call ins if we’re uncomfortable coming in, but that’s a big fat lie! You have to get an LOA approved first. You have to go through loop holes. So, needless to say, if we go on lockdown I’m either getting fired or quitting. My mom and I are being forced to risk our lives! They’re so greedy! Everyone should be automatically approved to self quarantine be it one day, one week, one month or however long it takes for stuff to get under control.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/22/20 at 12:37 pm


Hey you guys. So my mom and I called in cause we needed a break from the madness. We needed to get at least some food though so we decided to go shopping. Early on Sunday usually isn’t terrible anywhere. It wasn’t very bad where we went. We managed to get some things. But still we’ll be getting a few things here and there after work. The more the better. I’m off again tomorrow.

I’ve read various posts on reddit after seeing our company’s latest attendance policy. Apparently they are wavering call ins if we’re uncomfortable coming in, but that’s a big fat lie! You have to get an LOA approved first. You have to go through loop holes. So, needless to say, if we go on lockdown I’m either getting fired or quitting. My mom and I are being forced to risk our lives! They’re so greedy! Everyone should be automatically approved to self quarantine be it one day, one week, one month or however long it takes for stuff to get under control.


If your company's that inconsiderate, then maybe you should quit, or at least talk about your situation with your boss.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/22/20 at 12:38 pm

https://i.ibb.co/80yyXpx/Screenshot-20200322-133000-Chrome.jpg

And like that, the US is now top 3 in total cases, per Worldometer.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/22/20 at 1:11 pm

We have a first case of COVID-19 in the North West Territories

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/22/20 at 1:23 pm

Breaking news

Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) has tested positive for the coronavirus!  :o

https://www.cnbc.com/2020/03/22/sen-rand-paul-tests-positive-for-coronavirus.html

Not only that, but Angela Merkel is self-isolation after her doctor tested positive for the coronavirus as well.

https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2020/03/22/chancellor-angela-merkel-in-quarantine-after-contact-with-doctor-who-tested-positive-for-coronavirus.html

Opera singer, Placido Domingo, who's 79, has also tested positive.

https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-ent-placido-domingo-coronavirus-20200322-4jvzqovdjnh5hnkpaag75xe6ya-story.html?outputType=amp

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/22/20 at 1:28 pm


If your company's that inconsiderate, then maybe you should quit, or at least talk about your situation with your boss.

It’s Walmart so yeah they don’t give 2 s***about their associates lol

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/22/20 at 1:28 pm


Breaking news

Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) has tested positive for the coronavirus!  :o

https://www.cnbc.com/2020/03/22/sen-rand-paul-tests-positive-for-coronavirus.html

Not only that, but Angela Merkel is self-isolation after her doctor tested positive for the coronavirus as well.

https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2020/03/22/chancellor-angela-merkel-in-quarantine-after-contact-with-doctor-who-tested-positive-for-coronavirus.html

Opera singer, Placido Domingo, who's 79, has also tested positive.

https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-ent-placido-domingo-coronavirus-20200322-4jvzqovdjnh5hnkpaag75xe6ya-story.html?outputType=amp

YOO HOLY SH!T  :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/22/20 at 1:28 pm


https://i.ibb.co/80yyXpx/Screenshot-20200322-133000-Chrome.jpg

And like that, the US is now top 3 in total cases, per Worldometer.  :\'(

:\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/22/20 at 1:55 pm


YOO HOLY SH!T  :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o :o


Yeah, and the U.S. now has over 14,550 new cases due to more testing expansion, per Worldometer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/22/20 at 5:31 pm


Yeah, and the U.S. now has over 14,550 new cases due to more testing expansion, per Worldometer.

Pence tested negative for the coronavirus, which is good news.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/22/20 at 6:45 pm


Breaking news

Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) has tested positive for the coronavirus!  :o

https://www.cnbc.com/2020/03/22/sen-rand-paul-tests-positive-for-coronavirus.html

Not only that, but Angela Merkel is self-isolation after her doctor tested positive for the coronavirus as well.

https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2020/03/22/chancellor-angela-merkel-in-quarantine-after-contact-with-doctor-who-tested-positive-for-coronavirus.html

Opera singer, Placido Domingo, who's 79, has also tested positive.

https://www.chicagotribune.com/coronavirus/ct-ent-placido-domingo-coronavirus-20200322-4jvzqovdjnh5hnkpaag75xe6ya-story.html?outputType=amp


When I heard about that, I couldn't help but laugh. This is the same guy that voted against the coronavirus relief package. Now he's gonna go on sick leave paid for by the taxpayer ;D

Also the same guy that votes against expanding government support for healthcare while also coming to Canada for cheap healthcare when his neighbour broke his rib. The clinic he went to is actually a 10 minute drive from my house. :P

This guy's life is just full of privileged irony and hypocrisy.

Hope he gets better, anyway.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/22/20 at 7:02 pm

Can we like not celebrate just cause someone you may not like got the coronavirus please? This pandemic is extremely serious and very contagious. It needs to be taken very seriously.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/22/20 at 7:13 pm


Can we like not celebrate just cause someone you may not like got the coronavirus please? This pandemic is extremely serious and very contagious. It needs to be taken very seriously.


Calm down. It's not "extremely serious" if you're under 60. Going by the South Korean numbers, the fatality rate is about the same as a regular flu. Hopefully he gets better and didn't infect anybody else.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 03/22/20 at 7:20 pm


Calm down. It's not "extremely serious" if you're under 60. Going by the South Korean numbers, the fatality rate is about the same as a regular flu. Hopefully he gets better and didn't infect anybody else.
But what about our immune systems? Our Grandparents? Our old friends?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/22/20 at 8:33 pm


But what about our immune systems? Our Grandparents? Our old friends?


That's what I meant when I said I hope he didn't infect anyone. Also, your immune system will be alright; once you recover you'll actually be immunized and can go back to normal life.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/22/20 at 9:18 pm


That's what I meant when I said I hope he didn't infect anyone. Also, your immune system will be alright; once you recover you'll actually be immunized and can go back to normal life.

Bruh I know you're being sarcastic.  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/22/20 at 9:21 pm


Can we like not celebrate just cause someone you may not like got the coronavirus please? This pandemic is extremely serious and very contagious. It needs to be taken very seriously.

Well, some people are laughing at Rand because he voted against a coronavirus bill a couple weeks ago and earlier today after he got tested, he went to the Senate gym and then swam in a pool (that's also located in the Senate). He exposed a whole bunch of people to the virus by doing that, especially some of his Republican colleagues (most of whom are above 60 years old).

He's an idiot :P.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/22/20 at 9:42 pm


Bruh I know you're being sarcastic.  ;D


My thoughts and atheist prayers are with him.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dundee on 03/22/20 at 10:04 pm


Calm down. It's not "extremely serious" if you're under 60.
Keep in mind that Covid-19 is a brandnew disease of which we don't know the longterm effects yet. Unlike a flu, this thing destroys your lung cells so I can only imagine what it could potentially lead to. Especially since your ability of regeneration takes a nosedive after 35.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/22/20 at 10:08 pm

It’s officially in Upper Michigan and our local hospital. So considering how long it takes for symptoms to show and to get tested then reported it’s probably been here for a couple weeks.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): McDonald's to close all UK restaurants

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 1:22 am

McDonald's will close all 1,270 of its restaurants in the UK by the end of Monday, as fears over the spread of coronavirus escalate. Previously, the fast food giant had closed its seating areas but had continued to offer takeaway and drive-through services. McDonald's said it wanted to protect the wellbeing of staff and customers. On Friday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said restaurants and cafes must close, but exempted take-away food places. McDonald's employs around 135,000 people in the UK, the majority of which are on zero-hours contracts. The chain said staff employed directly by the company would receive full pay for their scheduled hours until 5 April.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-51999604

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/23/20 at 1:28 am

Canada's Wonderland is pushing its opening day up to mid-May.

https://www.canadaswonderland.com/park-update

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 2020 Summer Olympics Tokyo

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 1:32 am

The International Olympic Committee is considering a postponement of Tokyo 2020, and has given itself a deadline of four weeks to make a decision.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Olympic doubts grow as Canada withdraws

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 2:04 am

The 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo have been thrown into further doubt after Canada became the first major country to withdraw. Their announcement came shortly after the Japanese Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe, admitted for the first time that the games could be postponed. Meanwhile, the Australian team has said it was "clear" the games could not go ahead, and told its athletes to prepare for a 2021 games. The games are due to begin on 24 July.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52000044

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Turkish Airlines halts most international flights

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 3:31 am

We told you about dramatic moves from Singapore Airlines earlier, now Turkish Airlines has said it will halt all its international flights by Friday, except those to Hong Kong, Moscow, Ethiopia, New York and Washington. The carrier said 85% of its passenger planes were not currently in use. It comes after Turkey banned flights from more than 60 countries due to the coronavirus pandemic. The announcement by Turkish Airlines follows similar moves by major airlines around the world.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): People who ignore government advice 'selfish'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 5:06 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/5FB2/production/_111389442_hi060759960.jpg
People who have ignored government advice aimed at tackling the coronavirus pandemic are "very selfish", says the health secretary. Matt Hancock said the government was willing to take "more action" if needed to stop the virus from spreading. Over the weekend, photos emerged showing crowds of people visiting open spaces across many parts of the UK. Emergency legislation that would grant powers aimed at tackling the pandemic will be debated by MPs later. Speaking on BBC Radio 4, Mr Hancock said he didn't know why some people were ignoring the government's advice. "It's very selfish," he said. "The NHS is doing everything it can and preparing for the spread of this virus. "If people go within two metres of others who they don't live with then they're helping to spread the virus - and the consequences of that costs lives and it means that, for everyone, this will go on for longer."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-51999864

I cannot understand why... foolhardy!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/23/20 at 5:44 am


If your company's that inconsiderate, then maybe you should quit, or at least talk about your situation with your boss.


Your health and well-being comes first.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/23/20 at 5:45 am


We have a first case of COVID-19 in the North West Territories


Man, this is hitting like a big plague! :o :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/23/20 at 5:46 am


It’s Walmart so yeah they don’t give 2 s***about their associates lol


I'm not sure about Stop N Shop, I'm surrounded by people all day.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/23/20 at 5:47 am


That's what I meant when I said I hope he didn't infect anyone. Also, your immune system will be alright; once you recover you'll actually be immunized and can go back to normal life.



Exactly, this is not the end of the world or 100 years ago.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 5:59 am


That's what I meant when I said I hope he didn't infect anyone. Also, your immune system will be alright; once you recover you'll actually be immunized and can go back to normal life.
but it is the fear of catching it in the first place?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Australian senators keep their distance

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 7:09 am

Social distancing in the upper house of Australia's parliament on Monday.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/23/e1b6e569-28da-4d03-a4d4-dd1089fd9b02.jpg

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK MPs to debate emergency powers

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 7:27 am

The UK is just waking up to another week of isolation and social distancing, brought in to try to stem the spread of the coronavirus. Later today, however, MPs will debate strengthening these measures with emergency legislation giving them additional powers. Under the proposed new legislation, airports could shut and police would be able to force people with symptoms of the virus to isolate. The powers would be time-limited for two years, and it's expected that MPs will approve them. Yesterday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson warned the government would "very actively" consider tougher anti-virus measures over the following 24 hours.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Jury trials on hold in England and Wales

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 8:22 am

All jury trials in England and Wales are to be put on hold, in response to the spread of the virus. In a statement on Monday, the Lord Chief Justice, Lord Burnett, said no new trials would start and that ongoing trials would be paused while arrangements were put in place so they can continue safely. Last week, it was announced that no new trials expected to last three days or more would go ahead amid the deepening coronavirus crisis.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tube drivers 'furious' at crowded carriages

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 9:01 am

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London Underground passengers have been crowding on to Tube trains, despite warnings to limit non-essential travel. Images from Monday's rush hour show busy carriages, which unions say left staff feeling "furious" as it rendered social distancing "impossible". London Mayor Sadiq Khan has urged workers to stay at home and said public transport should only be used by key workers, otherwise "people will die". Some passengers have said a reduced service means trains are busier. Aslef union's district organiser Finn Brennan tweeted: "Still heavy loading on some Tube lines this morning making social distancing impossible. "This is endangering the health of the vital workers who have to use the system." He called on the government to act, adding: "I'm being sent pictures of crush loaded platforms at some Jubilee line platforms this morning. "Drivers and other frontline staff are furious."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-52003076

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tube drivers 'furious' at crowded carriages

Written By: Sman12 on 03/23/20 at 9:05 am


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London Underground passengers have been crowding on to Tube trains, despite warnings to limit non-essential travel. Images from Monday's rush hour show busy carriages, which unions say left staff feeling "furious" as it rendered social distancing "impossible". London Mayor Sadiq Khan has urged workers to stay at home and said public transport should only be used by key workers, otherwise "people will die". Some passengers have said a reduced service means trains are busier. Aslef union's district organiser Finn Brennan tweeted: "Still heavy loading on some Tube lines this morning making social distancing impossible. "This is endangering the health of the vital workers who have to use the system." He called on the government to act, adding: "I'm being sent pictures of crush loaded platforms at some Jubilee line platforms this morning. "Drivers and other frontline staff are furious."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-52003076


Good god, why are these passengers doing this? States like Florida and New York are also dealing with people not following orders to stay away from each other.  >:(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 9:07 am


Good god, why are these passengers doing this? States like Florida and New York are also dealing with people not following orders to stay away from each other.  >:(
I cannot believe it, the simple reason not to travel in the first place, people are are not listening to the warnings!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): A look at the latest in Europe

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 9:18 am

Europe is at the centre of the coronavirus pandemic. Here are some of the latest developments:


_The number of confirmed cases rose to 3,611 on Monday, the health ministry announced - jumping by 367 in a day
_At least 674 people have died of the virus in France, including a 67-year-old doctor on Sunday. The national parliament has passed a law declaring a two month health emergency
_Officials announced the deaths of 651 people in Italy, Europe's worst-hit country, on Sunday - a drop of about a fifth from the record 793 deaths the day before
_The government announced a ban on all flights from Spain for two weeks on Saturday, unless they are carrying Dutch nationals or medical supplies


Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): A look at the latest in Europe

Written By: Sman12 on 03/23/20 at 10:03 am


Europe is at the centre of the coronavirus pandemic. Here are some of the latest developments:


_The number of confirmed cases rose to 3,611 on Monday, the health ministry announced - jumping by 367 in a day
_At least 674 people have died of the virus in France, including a 67-year-old doctor on Sunday. The national parliament has passed a law declaring a two month health emergency
_Officials announced the deaths of 651 people in Italy, Europe's worst-hit country, on Sunday - a drop of about a fifth from the record 793 deaths the day before
_The government announced a ban on all flights from Spain for two weeks on Saturday, unless they are carrying Dutch nationals or medical supplies



Wow, France had more deaths than Italy? That's surprising. But in more positive news, Italy had a drop in new cases with 5,560 cases yesterday, as opposed to 6,557 cases. And I've noticed, in Worldometer rates, a curved slant in Italy's numbers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/23/20 at 10:16 am

Michigan is on lockdown as of midnight tonight.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: piecesof93 on 03/23/20 at 11:30 am

I hear people in certain parts of California are packing up the beaches, despite the shelter in place orders. A bunch of idiots. These types of people are going to make governors enforce even more severe restrictions, and then they will be crying and will have ruined everything for everyone else. However, the beaches should have been closed to begin with.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Criz on 03/23/20 at 11:36 am

Bit of an update school situation in England - vulnerable kids, SEN students and students of key workers were all allowed still to go to school today. Teachers and school staff have a rota so my day is Wednesday, but apparently there were about 30 students in my school today.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus death toll rises to 335

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 11:54 am

A further 46 people in England who tested positive for Covid-19 have died, NHS England has said.The patients were aged between 47 and 105 years old and all had underlying health conditions. This brings the total UK death toll to 335, with four deaths announced in both Scotland and Wales earlier on Monday.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Updates from PM Boris Johnson later than usual

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 11:55 am

Over the past week, the UK’s prime minister has been holding daily press conferences, normally held around 17:00 GMT. But the BBC's political editor Laura Kuenssberg says Boris Johnson will be chairing his daily emergency meeting to address the crisis at that time. She says we are expecting to hear more from the PM later this evening though, so stay tuned for more updates.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/23/20 at 12:04 pm


Bit of an update school situation in England - vulnerable kids, SEN students and students of key workers were all allowed still to go to school today. Teachers and school staff have a rota so my day is Wednesday, but apparently there were about 30 students in my school today.


We had fewer students in than expected today.  I work as part of a team of four, two of whom were supposed to be covering classes.  They were able to split the morning shift between them. Myself and my other colleague came in for half a morning each to clear final bits away, empty fridges, etc.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 7,500 retired NHS workers volunteer to return

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 12:32 pm

UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock says a total of 7,563 retired clinicians have answered the government's call to return to work in the NHS. The emergency bill currently being debated by MPs gives powers to re-register workers such as nurses, midwives, paramedics and social workers. "I want to pay tribute to every single one of them," Mr Hancock said.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/23/20 at 12:46 pm


When I heard about that, I couldn't help but laugh. This is the same guy that voted against the coronavirus relief package. Now he's gonna go on sick leave paid for by the taxpayer ;D

Also the same guy that votes against expanding government support for healthcare while also coming to Canada for cheap healthcare when his neighbour broke his rib. The clinic he went to is actually a 10 minute drive from my house. :P

This guy's life is just full of privileged irony and hypocrisy.

Hope he gets better, anyway.



He is not the only one. Almost anyone with an "R" next to their name is.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/23/20 at 12:47 pm


Man, this is hitting like a big plague! :o :(


That is EXACTLY what it is.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/23/20 at 1:01 pm

A headteacher in a primary school in the town where my husband lives has just died from Covid-19. The report I read didn't mention underlying health issues either (which many people have been taking to mean that they won't die as they are usually well)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 1:25 pm


A headteacher in a primary school in the town where my husband lives has just died from Covid-19. The report I read didn't mention underlying health issues either (which many people have been taking to mean that they won't die as they are usually well)
Sad news, but the true details nay be announced, I am wondering about the 18 year old that died from COVID-19 recently, were there underlying health issues as well?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Prime Minister to address the nation

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 1:33 pm

The BBC's political editor, Laura Kuenssberg, says Prime Minister Boris Johnson will address the nation at 20:30 GMT tonight. This sounds like it will be different from the normal daily government briefing.

He could be announcing restrictions.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): All British travellers should return home now

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 1:35 pm

The UK's foreign secretary is calling for all British travellers to return home now while transport allows. Last week, Dominic Raab changed travel advice for the UK to warn against all but essential travel globally for 30 days. But in a new statement, he warns the pace at which borders are closing, airlines are suspending flights and exit bans are being enforced, there is no time to lose. Mr Raab says: "If you are on holiday abroad the time to come home is now while you still can.”

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/23/20 at 1:59 pm

I'm hearing that Trump, some of his advisers and some Senate Republicans want to loosen restrictions because they fear that stricter measures to combat coronavirus will severely hurt the US economy and Trump's re-election (his only positive argument was the economy).

That is PURE EVIL. If they only concerned about saving Trump's presidency and saving the economy instead of SAVING AMERICANS LIVES then they are criminals and should be directly responsible for murder (because they would b intentionally ignoring the crisis). Also, the economy is already ruined >:(.

I'm glad that my governor (Andrew Cuomo) and governors in the states around me understand the severity of the situation and will probably continue to fight the virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: KatanaChick on 03/23/20 at 2:00 pm


Michigan is on lockdown as of midnight tonight.

I just got a call from where I work that a letter will be sent out to essential employees as a pass of sorts to show that you are indeed going to and from work. Man this is wild!  :o Dystopian too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/23/20 at 2:09 pm


A headteacher in a primary school in the town where my husband lives has just died from Covid-19. The report I read didn't mention underlying health issues either (which many people have been taking to mean that they won't die as they are usually well)


:\'( :\'( :\'(


I have to question, where your husband LIVES? Don't you live in the same town?


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/23/20 at 2:22 pm


I just got a call from where I work that a letter will be sent out to essential employees as a pass of sorts to show that you are indeed going to and from work. Man this is wild!  :o Dystopian too.


Wow. If that's true, then is your workplace practicing social distancing?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 2:23 pm


:\'( :\'( :\'(


I have to question, where your husband LIVES? Don't you live in the same town?


Cat
I have heard on the radio is to the north of England, but I will wait for Karen to confirm this.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Team GB 'expected to pull out of Olympics

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 3:12 pm

Great Britain will not send a team to Tokyo 2020 if the spread of coronavirus continues as predicted, says British Olympic Association chairman Hugh Robertson. "We can't see any way that this can go ahead as things are constituted," he says. Canada has already pulled out of the Games, with the country's prime minister Justin Trudeau saying other nations should "follow their lead". Australia has also said its athletes will prepare for a 2021 event instead, while Norway has been urged by its Olympics Committee president Berit Kjoell not to send athletes to the Games until the pandemic is under control. "I expect we will be joining Canada and Australia shortly," added Mr Robertson. The Olympic Games are scheduled to start on 24 July. Options include a postponement or a scaled-down version. Cancellation is "not on the agenda", the International Olympic Committee said on Sunday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/23/20 at 3:14 pm

So really little has changed here with this lockdown. Everything non essential has already closed. Restaurants still have take out. People are still free to travel between their various homes even from out of state. That’s huge here. Only the hardcore people stay here all winter. In the summer the population explodes with all the people who live here 3 months out of the year and places like Florida, California, Texas, anywhere warm the rest of the year. That’s what we need to be concerned about.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris says "stay at home"

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 3:37 pm

Boris Johnson has just announced a raft of restrictions people in the UK are being urged to follow.

From tonight, people will be allowed to leave their homes for:


shopping for basic necessities, as infrequently as possible

one form of exercise a day - for example a run, walk, or cycle, alone or with members of their household
any medical need, to provide care or to help a vulnerable person
travelling to and from work, but only where it is absolutely necessary and cannot be done from home
This is not a lockdown, but it's as close as you can get to one without it being called a lockdown


Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/23/20 at 4:05 pm

Well, now the entire Province is shut down after 427 confirmed cases of COVID 19 in BC with several people in the hospital and some in the ICU!  All of you idiots who think that you're invincible YOU'RE NOT.  Stay the f--k home people! It's not worth it to put other vulnerable people at risk because you're going stir-crazy!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris says "stay at home"

Written By: Sman12 on 03/23/20 at 4:06 pm


Boris Johnson has just announced a raft of restrictions people in the UK are being urged to follow.

From tonight, people will be allowed to leave their homes for:


shopping for basic necessities, as infrequently as possible

one form of exercise a day - for example a run, walk, or cycle, alone or with members of their household
any medical need, to provide care or to help a vulnerable person
travelling to and from work, but only where it is absolutely necessary and cannot be done from home
This is not a lockdown, but it's as close as you can get to one without it being called a lockdown



I'm glad that Boris is taking those strict measures now before things start to hit the fan.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 4:08 pm


I'm glad that Boris is taking those strict measures now before things start to hit the fan.
The same here, those people out gathering in walks, etc over the weekend were foolhardy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 4:13 pm


Well, now the entire Province is shut down after 427 confirmed cases of COVID 19 in BC with several people in the hospital and some in the ICU!  All of you idiots who think that you're invincible YOU'RE NOT.  Stay the f--k home people! It's not worth it to put other vulnerable people at risk because you're going stir-crazy!
I think Boris wanted to say that!!!!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: mqg96 on 03/23/20 at 4:14 pm

So apparently, Trump just activated the National Guard in California, New York, and Washington.... things are about to get real now  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 4:15 pm


So apparently, Trump just activated the National Guard in California, New York, and Washington.... things are about to get real now  :o
I think Boris is holding back on troops, but will be employed sometime soon.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/23/20 at 4:16 pm


:\'( :\'( :\'(


I have to question, where your husband LIVES? Don't you live in the same town?


Cat

Not during the week. He took a job in the north west of England when he thought he was going to be made redundant. I stayed here while James finished school.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/23/20 at 4:52 pm


Not during the week. He took a job in the north west of England when he thought he was going to be made redundant. I stayed here while James finished school.


Ok. Thanks for clarifying.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/23/20 at 4:53 pm


So apparently, Trump just activated the National Guard in California, New York, and Washington.... things are about to get real now  :o


What do you mean ABOUT to get real?


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/20 at 4:59 pm


What do you mean ABOUT to get real?


Cat
His has a press briefing very soon?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: mqg96 on 03/23/20 at 5:08 pm


What do you mean ABOUT to get real?


Cat


Because with this virus spreading exponentially worse and worse, places being forced to shutdown, and states starting to force citizens to stay quarantined in their homes, I wouldn't be surprised if the National Guard starts being sent to other states as well other than California, Washington, and New York.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/23/20 at 5:24 pm


Because with this virus spreading exponentially worse and worse, places being forced to shutdown, and states starting to force citizens to stay quarantined in their homes, I wouldn't be surprised if the National Guard starts being sent to other states as well other than California, Washington, and New York.



My point is, there is no "ABOUT TO". It HAS been real for a couple of weeks now.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: mqg96 on 03/23/20 at 5:33 pm



My point is, there is no "ABOUT TO". It HAS been real for a couple of weeks now.


Cat


I get your perspective, but couple weeks ago I was still on campus taking college classes and people were still in their dorms, while a couple weeks later (now) the university is shutdown and has gone full online the rest of the semester and everyone forced out of their dorms.

It keeps getting worse & worse day by day, and sadly I don't think things are going to get any better from here. The National Guard having to get sent to different states (and possibly more soon), I had no idea something like this would happen a couple of weeks ago or even a week ago.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/23/20 at 6:23 pm

Luckily it isn’t a total lockdown in the UK, we can still go outside to get exercise and parks will remain open unless they decide to close on their own (some have). Johnson mentioned yesterday that he was concerned about people’s mental health as well which is one reason why he doesn’t want to stop people getting fresh air.

The message has hopefully got through to people now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 03/23/20 at 8:40 pm

Btw Black Panther, any updates with your sister? I hope she's doing ok

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/23/20 at 10:54 pm


Btw Black Panther, any updates with your sister? I hope she's doing ok

She's still in the hospital. She's not doing too bad.

Thank you for asking! :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: KatanaChick on 03/24/20 at 1:54 am


Wow. If that's true, then is your workplace practicing social distancing?

We're all supposed to stay at least six feet away and there are three different areas we're split up between for breaks so not too many people are in one spot at the same time. And we have to wipe down our area after we get up.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 2:05 am


She's still in the hospital. She's not doing too bad.

Thank you for asking! :)
That is good news to hear.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Ten of the most-asked questions answered

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 3:15 am

The UK government has introduced strict new measures to try and slow the spread of coronavirus. But what does the virus mean for your health? And what are the chances of you catching it?

Here are the answers to ten of the most common readers' questions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51176409

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson ‘feel better’

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 3:18 am

Tom Hanks says he and his wife Rita Wilson are recovering after their positive diagnosis for coronavirus. "Two weeks after our first symptoms and we feel better," he wrote in a tweet posted on Sunday. The star also encouraged social-distancing, saying "sheltering in place works like this: You don't give it to anyone - you don't get it from anyone". The couple are now in self-quarantine in a rented home in Queensland, Australia following hospital treatment.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52003980

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK workers are being asked to turn up despite lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 3:59 am

Many non-critical workers in the UK are still turning up to do their jobs because their employers are asking them to. The news rules say all shops selling non-essential goods must close immediately. Retailer Sports Direct initially said it would remain open but has now changed course and will close its stores for now. Other businesses - such as the construction industry - are unclear if the rules apply to them. Graham Watts, the chief executive of the Construction Industry Council, tweeted on Monday night: “Officials are working to secure much needed clarity about the position of construction sites." Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has called on the government to clarify which workplaces should close. Without that, workers fear they may be asked to turn up, despite the lockdown.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK mobile networks send 'stay at home' text

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 4:56 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/24/7eeff362-97bc-43ee-9f1d-440475a6d94e.jpg

I have received other text messages, but not this one as yet.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Criz on 03/24/20 at 5:10 am


We had fewer students in than expected today.  I work as part of a team of four, two of whom were supposed to be covering classes.  They were able to split the morning shift between them. Myself and my other colleague came in for half a morning each to clear final bits away, empty fridges, etc.


What type of school do you work in - primary? I'm in a secondary/sixth form situation. The whole English department is dropping like flies - so far there are only 3 who aren't in self isolation. I have got a slight cough - I personally believe it's unrelated to Covid 19 but I can't go in now until next week to be sure! I feel absolutely fine aside from stressed about the whole situation unfolding!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 5:19 am


What type of school do you work in - primary? I'm in a secondary/sixth form situation. The whole English department is dropping like flies - so far there are only 3 who aren't in self isolation. I have got a slight cough - I personally believe it's unrelated to Covid 19 but I can't go in now until next week to be sure! I feel absolutely fine aside from stressed about the whole situation unfolding!
If I can say this way, if it is a persistent cough, one that will not go away, that is concern, if wet, like me, you are not affected, but best to rest with it and take good care.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Criz on 03/24/20 at 5:58 am


If I can say this way, if it is a persistent cough, one that will not go away, that is concern, if wet, like me, you are not affected, but best to rest with it and take good care.


I have been monitoring it. On average I cough 7 times every 3 hours - is that consistent? I think it might be psychosomatic, however, because I tend to cough more when reading the news/talking about it all. I am an educated and logical person - yet I just don't know! I can work from home - in terms of setting students work, responding to their emails and planning for the future - plus a bit of marking. I couldn't go in even if I wanted to now as I have spoken with the SLT about it. Apparently only 12 students were in today, less than half the amount that were in school yesterday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 6:04 am


I have been monitoring it. On average I cough 7 times every 3 hours - is that consistent? I think it might be psychosomatic, however, because I tend to cough more when reading the news/talking about it all. I am an educated and logical person - yet I just don't know! I can work from home - in terms of setting students work, responding to their emails and planning for the future - plus a bit of marking. I couldn't go in even if I wanted to now as I have spoken with the SLT about it. Apparently only 12 students were in today, less than half the amount that were in school yesterday.
simply putting is there phlegm when you cough? If there is, then it is like a flu infection and not the virus, if you are not, sweaty, and a fever, especially fever, you should isolate at home, but let me not be your medical practitioner, seek expert advise. Personally, I have had a phlegm cough on top of my asthma, it seems to be an lung infection and taking antibiotics for it, and I am social distancing, and staying at home to be safe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/24/20 at 7:00 am


What type of school do you work in - primary? I'm in a secondary/sixth form situation. The whole English department is dropping like flies - so far there are only 3 who aren't in self isolation. I have got a slight cough - I personally believe it's unrelated to Covid 19 but I can't go in now until next week to be sure! I feel absolutely fine aside from stressed about the whole situation unfolding!


I am a science technician in an independent secondary school (years 7-13). There are four schools in the group - prep school, boys school, girls school (where I work) and a mixed school that goes from reception to year 13 (formerly a convent school).

Didn't your school shut last Friday?  We had a last minute celebration for year 13 students.

All classes have moved to one school site. We were asked to volunteer if we were able to provide some supervision for children of key workers in years 7 and 8.  It was a bit flexible yesterday as we didn't know how many students would be in.  There will be activities over the holidays as other childcare provision has closed.  I volunteered but haven't been needed yet.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tube drivers 'furious' at crowded carriages

Written By: Howard on 03/24/20 at 7:42 am


Good god, why are these passengers doing this? States like Florida and New York are also dealing with people not following orders to stay away from each other.  >:(


Perhaps they did not heed the warning.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Japan asks for Olympics postponement

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 7:43 am

Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has asked for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics to be postponed by a year because of the coronavirus pandemic. Abe said he has agreed the delay with International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach following talks earlier on Tuesday. BBC sports editor Dan Roan says the IOC's Executive Board will approve the delay this afternoon.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/24/20 at 7:44 am


Wow. If that's true, then is your workplace practicing social distancing?


I can't do any social distancing when I'm a cart attendant I'm surrounded by people all day.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/24/20 at 7:51 am

I kind of wonder which was hit more with the virus? 1920 or now?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/24/20 at 7:57 am


I kind of wonder which was hit more with the virus? 1920 or now?


The Spanish Flu epidemic of 1918-1980 killed 50,000,000 people. That's 50 MILLION people. You do the math.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Criz on 03/24/20 at 8:12 am


simply putting is there phlegm when you cough? If there is, then it is like a flu infection and not the virus, if you are not, sweaty, and a fever, especially fever, you should isolate at home, but let me not be your medical practitioner, seek expert advise. Personally, I have had a phlegm cough on top of my asthma, it seems to be an lung infection and taking antibiotics for it, and I am social distancing, and staying at home to be safe.


My cough is dry sometimes and a bit phlegmy at other times - it's odd! I have no other symptoms aside from a sore throat that I have had since Open Evening at school late Feb! I feel fine - but I am staying home because if I am a carrier with very mild symptoms, then it's for the best.


I am a science technician in an independent secondary school (years 7-13). There are four schools in the group - prep school, boys school, girls school (where I work) and a mixed school that goes from reception to year 13 (formerly a convent school).

Didn't your school shut last Friday?  We had a last minute celebration for year 13 students.

All classes have moved to one school site. We were asked to volunteer if we were able to provide some supervision for children of key workers in years 7 and 8.  It was a bit flexible yesterday as we didn't know how many students would be in.  There will be activities over the holidays as other childcare provision has closed.  I volunteered but haven't been needed yet.


Yes and no. Our school 'shut' for most students but we had approx 30 students in yesterday. Staff were given a rota and a specific day when they would be needed in to supervise and mine is a Wednesday. If you are self isolating - which I am, then we get taken off the rota and when we are well enough we'll go in. We made a last min farewell to 11s and 13 but nothing proper because we just don't know when we'll be back. Our 11 and 13 services take an entire day usually - and this is their chance to dress up and come and hear speeches from teachers etc... before they go to Prom. That's just been taken away from them because no-one knows when we're properly back. I feel so awful for them. They will get some form of celebration at some point - we just don't know when...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 8:18 am


My cough is dry sometimes and a bit phlegmy at other times - it's odd! I have no other symptoms aside from a sore throat that I have had since Open Evening at school late Feb! I feel fine - but I am staying home because if I am a carrier with very mild symptoms, then it's for the best.

That is the best thing to do, for 7 or 14 days depending on your circumstances.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 2020 Summer Olympics Tokyo

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 8:34 am


Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has asked for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics to be postponed by a year because of the coronavirus pandemic. Abe said he has agreed the delay with International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach following talks earlier on Tuesday. BBC sports editor Dan Roan says the IOC's Executive Board will approve the delay this afternoon.
The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games have been postponed until next year because of the worldwide coronavirus pandemic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: mqg96 on 03/24/20 at 8:36 am

^ You just beat me to it. It's official now yeah.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/olympics/2020/03/24/tokyo-olympics-postponed-coronavirus-summer-games-2021/2863551001/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/24/20 at 8:39 am


The Spanish Flu epidemic of 1918-1980 killed 50,000,000 people. That's 50 MILLION people. You do the math.


New York has around 13,000 deaths.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 8:52 am


^ You just beat me to it. It's official now yeah.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/olympics/2020/03/24/tokyo-olympics-postponed-coronavirus-summer-games-2021/2863551001/
No problem.

You managed to provide a link for it, on my main source of info is a live feed and a link is not always provided.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/24/20 at 10:00 am


New York has around 13,000 deaths.  :o

*Cases not deaths.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: mqg96 on 03/24/20 at 10:15 am


*Cases not deaths.


He almost made my heart drop when I read that.  :o

Crazy how the Olympics are postponed now til 2021. It's going to be weird having the Olympics in an odd year instead of a beautiful even year like "2020".

I just watched this Netflix documentary called "Pandemic: How to Prevent an Outbreak" and it was really interesting how they went down the history of epidemics and pandemics, but the creepiest part to me is when they mentioned "it's not a matter of if, but WHEN" the next outbreak occurs.

Bill Gates also warned us 5 years ago that we wouldn't be ready for the next outbreak.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 10:19 am


He almost made my heart drop when I read that.  :o

Crazy how the Olympics are postponed now til 2021. It's going to be weird having the Olympics in an odd year instead of a beautiful even year like "2020".

I just watched this Netflix documentary called "Pandemic: How to Prevent an Outbreak" and it was really interesting how they went down the history of epidemics and pandemics, but the creepiest part to me is when they mentioned "it's not a matter of if, but WHEN" the next outbreak occurs.

Bill Gates also warned us 5 years ago that we wouldn't be ready for the next outbreak.

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I have been meaning to watch the Netflix documentary, perhaps I should be now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dundee on 03/24/20 at 10:24 am

This virus will not vanish in a few months, especially since many countries are in different stadia of the epidemic. A worldwide event is a last thing needed, so postphoning the Olympics was a good call. I still think it was very risky to keep the 2016 Olympics on when there was an outbreak of the Zika virus in Brazil, but the current pandemic is hundred times worse than that.

On the bright side of things, 2021 is pretty much guaranteed to be a year brimming with events and pop culture due to so many stuff being reported.

In the meantime, 2020 can burn in deepest corners of hell.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: mqg96 on 03/24/20 at 10:36 am


This virus will not vanish in a few months, especially since many countries are in different stadia of the epidemic. A worldwide event is a last thing needed, so postphoning the Olympics was a good call. I still think it was very risky to keep the 2016 Olympics on when there was an outbreak of the Zika virus in Brazil, but the current pandemic is hundred times worse than that.

On the bright side of things, 2021 is pretty much guaranteed to be a year brimming with events and pop culture due to so many stuff being reported.

In the meantime, 2020 can burn in deepest corners of hell.


I'm praying hard that COVID-19 doesn't affect football season by the time it returns in late August/September if it does.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Today's PM Briefing

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 10:51 am

Later today at the briefing by UK Prime Minster Boris Johnson, he is expected to announced more precise measures in helping the employed where they job position has been affected by coronavirus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/24/20 at 11:15 am


This virus will not vanish in a few months, especially since many countries are in different stadia of the epidemic. A worldwide event is a last thing needed, so postphoning the Olympics was a good call. I still think it was very risky to keep the 2016 Olympics on when there was an outbreak of the Zika virus in Brazil, but the current pandemic is hundred times worse than that.

On the bright side of things, 2021 is pretty much guaranteed to be a year brimming with events and pop culture due to so many stuff being reported.

In the meantime, 2020 can burn in deepest corners of hell.



I'm praying hard that COVID-19 doesn't affect football season by the time it returns in late August/September if it does.


I also hope that the virus subsides in the summer and fall months this year so that things can return back to normal.

It's like when 9/11 happened, and everyone had their lives altered forever. But in the weeks and months ahead, pop culture resumed with things like Halo, The Lord of The Rings, Harry Potter, Monsters, Inc., Super Bowl XXXVI, and so on.


I can't do any social distancing when I'm a cart attendant I'm surrounded by people all day.


Sorry to hear that. I hope you stay safe while working.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New 4,000-bed London hospital to open

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 12:10 pm

A new hospital is to be established in the ExCeL centre, an exhibition centre in east London, Mr Hancock says. The new NHS Nightingale Hospital will consist of two wards and hold up to 4,000 patients, UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock says. In response to the UK's call for retired medics to return to the NHS, Mr Hancock says more than 11,500 have come forward, including 2,660 doctors and 6,147 nurses. He adds that more than 18,000 medical students will also join the NHS workforce.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 12:32 pm


A new hospital is to be established in the ExCeL centre, an exhibition centre in east London, Mr Hancock says. The new NHS Nightingale Hospital will consist of two wards and hold up to 4,000 patients, UK Health Secretary Matt Hancock says. In response to the UK's call for retired medics to return to the NHS, Mr Hancock says more than 11,500 have come forward, including 2,660 doctors and 6,147 nurses. He adds that more than 18,000 medical students will also join the NHS workforce.
As of curiosity or coincidence, it was in this exhibition centre where I saw some of the 2012 Summer London Olympics.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/24/20 at 12:33 pm

Not sure if this was posted, but here's an update to India's response:

India orders complete nationwide lockdown for 21 days; all essential services will be functional
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/india-will-be-under-complete-lockdown-starting-midnight-narendra-modi/articleshow/74796908.cms

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/24/20 at 12:35 pm

Y’all please just stay home. It’s really not that difficult. Literally all you need to do is just stay inside your house and stay at least 6ft away from others. You can go outside as well but just don’t be near a lot of people. I don’t understand why it’s so difficult for people to understand. 🤷🏽‍♀️

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 12:35 pm


Not sure if this was posted, but here's an update to India's response:

India orders complete nationwide lockdown for 21 days; all essential services will be functional
https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/politics-and-nation/india-will-be-under-complete-lockdown-starting-midnight-narendra-modi/articleshow/74796908.cms
I can only imagine it will be difficult to lockdown the entire country of India, firstly, consider the size of the population?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 03/24/20 at 12:38 pm


Y’all please just stay home. It’s really not that difficult. Literally all you need to do is just stay inside your house and stay at least 6ft away from others. You can go outside as well but just don’t be near a lot of people. I don’t understand why it’s so difficult for people to understand.

...which I have been diligently doing. Anytime I've gone outside I've managed to be by myself.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 12:41 pm


...which I have been diligently doing. Anytime I've gone outside I've managed to be by myself.
I will need to shop tomorrow, and need that breath of fresh air, but I plan not to be long being out, straight there and straight back.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/24/20 at 12:42 pm


Y’all please just stay home. It’s really not that difficult. Literally all you need to do is just stay inside your house and stay at least 6ft away from others. You can go outside as well but just don’t be near a lot of people. I don’t understand why it’s so difficult for people to understand. 🤷🏽‍♀️


I pondered whether or not I should even apply to another job because of the virus risk, and I finally decided to wait a while before public places in my area reopen and most of the virus dies down.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/24/20 at 12:44 pm


I can only imagine it will be difficult to lockdown the entire country of India, firstly, consider the size of the population?


Yeah, it's probably gonna be difficult with the very high population density, impoverished people, and slums.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/24/20 at 12:46 pm


I pondered whether or not I should even apply to another job because of the virus risk, and I finally decided to wait a while before public places in my area reopen and most of the virus dies down.

I’m lucky as hell I got my first job back in January 2020 before everything shut down. I remember being depressed as hell that I was one of the few seniors with no job yet. I’m also glad I renewed my permit before all this.

But yeah good luck with the job search.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Chaos and calm as Jordanians queue for bread

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 1:20 pm

Jordan’s government has started delivering basic goods, medicines and fuel to its population of 10 million, after announcing an indefinite curfew to deal with the coronavirus. On social media, Jordanians have shared videos of buses being mobbed in some neighbourhoods while in others, locals have queued in a safe, orderly fashion. “It’s trial and error at a very critical time," says Amman resident Lubna Wardeh, as she waited for a bus with supplies to arrive on her street so she can buy bread and water. “Those people who went crazy put our quarantine back at zero,” she said.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/24/20 at 1:30 pm


I’m lucky as hell I got my first job back in January 2020 before everything shut down. I remember being depressed as hell that I was one of the few seniors with no job yet. I’m also glad I renewed my permit before all this.

But yeah good luck with the job search.


Thanks, and congrats on getting your first job. I had my first job at Sesame Place last year in March.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/24/20 at 2:06 pm


I think Boris wanted to say that!!!!


Good! LOL! He should say that.  I'm a little more upset that people aren't following the 6 ft rule! :P  WTF?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/24/20 at 2:24 pm


*Cases not deaths.


Sorry I meant cases not deaths, Thanks BP.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/24/20 at 2:27 pm


This virus will not vanish in a few months, especially since many countries are in different stadia of the epidemic. A worldwide event is a last thing needed, so postphoning the Olympics was a good call. I still think it was very risky to keep the 2016 Olympics on when there was an outbreak of the Zika virus in Brazil, but the current pandemic is hundred times worse than that.

On the bright side of things, 2021 is pretty much guaranteed to be a year brimming with events and pop culture due to so many stuff being reported.

In the meantime, 2020 can burn in deepest corners of hell.


Don't say that just yet as we have another 9 more months to go.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/24/20 at 2:27 pm


I also hope that the virus subsides in the summer and fall months this year so that things can return back to normal.

It's like when 9/11 happened, and everyone had their lives altered forever. But in the weeks and months ahead, pop culture resumed with things like Halo, The Lord of The Rings, Harry Potter, Monsters, Inc., Super Bowl XXXVI, and so on.

Sorry to hear that. I hope you stay safe while working.


Thanks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/24/20 at 2:29 pm


Y’all please just stay home. It’s really not that difficult. Literally all you need to do is just stay inside your house and stay at least 6ft away from others. You can go outside as well but just don’t be near a lot of people. I don’t understand why it’s so difficult for people to understand. 🤷🏽‍♀️


Can I at least visit my friend? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/24/20 at 2:33 pm

For now public transportation in my area is totally free, just hop on in the back of the bus and you don't need to pay a thing just keep your card in you wallets, because of the coronavirus they want passengers to get on in the back of the bus and yesterday I had such a smooth ride, there was absolutely nobody on the bus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/24/20 at 2:39 pm


Can I at least visit my friend? ???


Not if you follow the advice we have been given in the UK.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 2:45 pm


Can I at least visit my friend? ???



Not if you follow the advice we have been given in the UK.





Boris Johnson has just announced a raft of restrictions people in the UK are being urged to follow.

From tonight, people will be allowed to leave their homes for:


shopping for basic necessities, as infrequently as possible

one form of exercise a day - for example a run, walk, or cycle, alone or with members of their household
any medical need, to provide care or to help a vulnerable person
travelling to and from work, but only where it is absolutely necessary and cannot be done from home
This is not a lockdown, but it's as close as you can get to one without it being called a lockdown

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/20 at 2:53 pm


Can I at least visit my friend? ???
In the UK, it is three simple words...

Stay at home

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/24/20 at 3:40 pm

My county is under lockdown for 30 days starting at 12:01 AM. As far as I know we don’t have many cases. But we can go to work and the grocery store and that’s it. My job is essential so that sucks for me. My managers won’t approve us to stay home!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/24/20 at 4:35 pm


My county is under lockdown for 30 days starting at 12:01 AM. As far as I know we don’t have many cases. But we can go to work and the grocery store and that’s it. My job is essential so that sucks for me. My managers won’t approve us to stay home!

Which country are you from?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/24/20 at 6:30 pm

My company is considered “critical infrastructure” and we are working. I have an official letter that I carry with me in my car, certifying that, in case Johnny Law pulls me over.  8)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/24/20 at 6:39 pm

Greta Thunberg thinks she may have the coronavirus.  :o

https://www.google.com/amp/s/nypost.com/2020/03/24/greta-thunberg-says-its-extremely-likely-she-has-coronavirus/amp/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/25/20 at 12:05 am


The Spanish Flu epidemic of 1918-1980 killed 50,000,000 people. That's 50 MILLION people. You do the math.


That's over 3 years. This has only been spreading for 3 months.

At the end of December, there were fewer than 10 deaths.

At the end of January, there were 259 recorded deaths.

At the end of February, there were 2977 recorded deaths.

As of March 24, there are 18895 recorded deaths.

If you don't think COVID-19 can kill 50 million then you don't know what you're up against.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/25/20 at 12:26 am


My company is considered “critical infrastructure” and we are working. I have an official letter that I carry with me in my car, certifying that, in case Johnny Law pulls me over.  8)


Mine is too since we build equipment that handles food and energy production, among other things like for pharmaceutical companies. Some of the alcohol plants are gearing up to make hand sanitizer. I actually designed some of the equipment at the Jim beam and jack Daniels plants. Sounds like that might be a boom for the near future.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 1:12 am


That's over 3 years. This has only been spreading for 3 months.

At the end of December, there were fewer than 10 deaths.

At the end of January, there were 259 recorded deaths.

At the end of February, there were 2977 recorded deaths.

As of March 24, there are 18895 recorded deaths.

If you don't think COVID-19 can kill 50 million then you don't know what you're up against.
I was going research for these figures today, you have saved me some homework, thank you. I have been also seeking for documentaries the Spanish Flu on available channels, and came up with nothing. I still have to look at YouTube.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 1:12 am


Greta Thunberg thinks she may have the coronavirus.  :o

https://www.google.com/amp/s/nypost.com/2020/03/24/greta-thunberg-says-its-extremely-likely-she-has-coronavirus/amp/
Has she been tested?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Pressure to halt construction work grows

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 1:28 am

The government is facing growing pressure to stop non-essential construction work to help tackle the spread of coronavirus in the UK. On Tuesday, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said those who cannot do their jobs from home should go to work to "keep the country running". Construction work can continue so long as people are 2m (6.5ft) apart, Mr Hancock said. But critics said public health should be prioritised over the economy.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52029877

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'Avoid using microwave to get faster internet'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 3:11 am

Offices, factories and schools across the UK have shut to manage the spread of the coronavirus. And with the government now telling the nation to "stay at home", millions are logging on to work and keep themselves entertained during the lockdown. But that has put pressure on broadband providers, with BT's Openreach reporting a 20% surge in internet use. To keep speeds up, media watchdog Ofcom has compiled a list of tips to get the most from your internet.


Don't use the microwave
Place your router on a table or shelf rather than on the floor, and keep it switched on
If you're carrying out video calls or meetings, turning the video off and using audio will require much less of your internet connection
Try starting those calls at less common times, rather than on the hour or half hour
For the best broadband speeds, use an ethernet cable to connect your computer directly to your router rather than using wifi
Where possible, try not to use a telephone extension lead, as these can cause interference which could lower your speed


Full Report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52027348

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Malaysia extends lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 4:19 am

Malaysia will extend its two-week lockdown and is also planning another stimulus package to help its economy. The country is already the worst-hit one in south east Asia and the number of confirmed infections continues to grow. With another 172 positive tests, the total number confirmed cases is now just under 1,800. The country closed its borders last week, cut down internal movement and shut down all schools and non-essential businesses until end of March. The extension will now take that to 14 April. Malaysia has recorded 17 virus deaths so far. Most of the positive tests have been linked to a religious gathering in February, which had more than 16,000 people attending.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: ChrisBodilyTM on 03/25/20 at 4:21 am

Not Jackson Browne, too.  :( Hope he recovers.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/celebrity/rock-and-roll-hall-of-famer-jackson-browne-71-tests-positive-for-the-coronavirus/ar-BB11FcaQ?OCID=ansmsnnews11

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Charles, too?

https://variety.com/2020/biz/global/prince-charles-tests-positive-for-coronavirus-1203544453/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 4:31 am


Not Jackson Browne, too.  :( Hope he recovers.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/music/celebrity/rock-and-roll-hall-of-famer-jackson-browne-71-tests-positive-for-the-coronavirus/ar-BB11FcaQ?OCID=ansmsnnews11

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Please stay with us!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Watford Football club offers stadium to NHS

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 4:56 am

Premier League football club Watford have offered the use of their Vicarage Road stadium to help the NHS in their fight against the coronavirus pandemic. The ground is next to Watford General Hospital and chairman Scott Duxbury said the club would do "whatever it takes" to support the health service. The ground had been due to host events such as induction courses and meetings. A West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust (WHHT) spokeswoman said it was "very grateful for their support".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-52032451

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tube carriages remain 'squashed' in London

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 5:05 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/25/7b9a74ff-e7a0-4131-bb9f-490e085f0798.jpg

London Underground passengers have been complaining about carriages being crowded again this morning despite continued warnings to limit non-essential travel. One passenger - a senior nurse named Danny - posted on Twitter: “Another busy tube. Can we not stagger people’s start times so we aren’t all squashed on the same tube!" London Mayor Sadiq Khan said early data from Wednesday morning suggested Tube travel was down a third compared to yesterday. He added that a third of Transport for London staff, including drivers, were off sick or self-isolating, meaning the service couldn't run any more trains.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'Avoid using microwave to get faster internet'

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/25/20 at 5:14 am


Offices, factories and schools across the UK have shut to manage the spread of the coronavirus. And with the government now telling the nation to "stay at home", millions are logging on to work and keep themselves entertained during the lockdown. But that has put pressure on broadband providers, with BT's Openreach reporting a 20% surge in internet use. To keep speeds up, media watchdog Ofcom has compiled a list of tips to get the most from your internet.


Don't use the microwave
Place your router on a table or shelf rather than on the floor, and keep it switched on
If you're carrying out video calls or meetings, turning the video off and using audio will require much less of your internet connection
Try starting those calls at less common times, rather than on the hour or half hour
For the best broadband speeds, use an ethernet cable to connect your computer directly to your router rather than using wifi
Where possible, try not to use a telephone extension lead, as these can cause interference which could lower your speed


Full Report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52027348


My 14400 baud modem is slow enough as it is.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 5:16 am


My 14400 baud modem is slow enough as it is.
I had problems before but all seems to be fine for me, but generally when I am running the microwave, I am in the kitchen and not on the computer at that time.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Prince Charles tests positive 'remains in good health'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 7:52 am

The Prince of Wales has tested positive for coronavirus, Clarence House has announced. Prince Charles, 71, is displaying mild symptoms "but otherwise remains in good health", a spokesman said, adding that the Duchess of Cornwall, 72, has been tested but does not have the virus.
Charles and Camilla are now self-isolating at Balmoral. Buckingham Palace said the Queen last saw her son, the heir to the throne, on 12 March, but was "in good health".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52033845

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/25/20 at 8:05 am

David Bryan of Bon Jovi has it too. He seems to be recovering well on his own.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Parliament to close today

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 8:26 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/25/dfd73e83-5db4-4a39-b9ea-5c097b2f1081.jpg

Prime Minister's Questions has come to an end and Leader of the House, Jacob Rees-Mogg, is making a business statement. He confirms what we expected - that the UK Parliament will finish for its Easter Break today, rather than on Tuesday 31 March as planned. Mr Rees-Mogg says the "aim" is for MPs to return to work on 21 April, but he will "keep the situation under review in terms of medical advice".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Federer donates money

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 8:54 am

Tennis star Roger Federer is the latest celebrity to donate money towards coronavirus causes. The 38-year-old, considered one of the greatest sportspeople of all time, and his wife Mirka, have donated 1m swiss francs (about £861,000) to “vulnerable families in Switzerland”. “Nobody should be left behind,” the 20-time Grand Slam winner wrote on Instagram. “Our contribution is just a start. We hope that others might join in supporting more families in need. Together we can overcome this crisis! Stay healthy!” Married actors Blake Lively and Ryan Reynonds previously gave $1m to US and Canadian foodbanks. Rihanna’s Clara Lionel Foundation donated $5m to various charities to help with medical supplies, equipment and access to food.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/25/20 at 9:06 am

According to Worldometer, the United States now has 55,081 cases with 11,075 new cases and 225 new deaths reported yesterday. We could surpass both Italy and China in a matter of days.  :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tube carriages remain 'squashed' in London

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 9:57 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/25/7b9a74ff-e7a0-4131-bb9f-490e085f0798.jpg

London Underground passengers have been complaining about carriages being crowded again this morning despite continued warnings to limit non-essential travel. One passenger - a senior nurse named Danny - posted on Twitter: “Another busy tube. Can we not stagger people’s start times so we aren’t all squashed on the same tube!" London Mayor Sadiq Khan said early data from Wednesday morning suggested Tube travel was down a third compared to yesterday. He added that a third of Transport for London staff, including drivers, were off sick or self-isolating, meaning the service couldn't run any more trains.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/25/720e5d6e-62cf-472f-8216-9698afff2d35.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/25/20 at 10:45 am


Which country are you from?

US but it’s my actual county, not even my whole state, doing it

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 10:52 am


US but it’s my actual county, not even my whole state, doing it
Keep safe.

I feel there should always be conformity, if an area is to be in lockdown, then the whole area should be.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Air pollution plummets in Europe

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 10:55 am

Europe's major cities have turned into ghost towns over the past few weeks amid efforts to stem the spread of coronavirus. The European Environment Agency (EEA) says this has had one major health benefit - air pollution rates are plummeting. Over the past week, levels of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) in the Italian city of Milan have dropped 21% compared to the same week in 2019. Rome's average NO2 levels over the last four weeks were up to 35% lower than the same period last year. It's not just Italy. In the week 16-22 March, Madrid's NO2 levels were down 41% compared with 2019, and Lisbon's rates were down 51%. The EEA says the drop in levels is down to reduced traffic. But societies will need "ambitious policies and forward-looking investments" if they want to keep air clean after this crisis finally ends.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 10:55 am


Europe's major cities have turned into ghost towns over the past few weeks amid efforts to stem the spread of coronavirus. The European Environment Agency (EEA) says this has had one major health benefit - air pollution rates are plummeting. Over the past week, levels of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) in the Italian city of Milan have dropped 21% compared to the same week in 2019. Rome's average NO2 levels over the last four weeks were up to 35% lower than the same period last year. It's not just Italy. In the week 16-22 March, Madrid's NO2 levels were down 41% compared with 2019, and Lisbon's rates were down 51%. The EEA says the drop in levels is down to reduced traffic. But societies will need "ambitious policies and forward-looking investments" if they want to keep air clean after this crisis finally ends.
Good news for asthma sufferers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/25/20 at 11:02 am


US but it’s my actual county, not even my whole state, doing it

Oh snap, I misread county as country ;D.

My bad, I'm American too. Which county/state are you in?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tube carriages remain 'squashed' in London

Written By: 2001 on 03/25/20 at 11:06 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/25/7b9a74ff-e7a0-4131-bb9f-490e085f0798.jpg

London Underground passengers have been complaining about carriages being crowded again this morning despite continued warnings to limit non-essential travel. One passenger - a senior nurse named Danny - posted on Twitter: “Another busy tube. Can we not stagger people’s start times so we aren’t all squashed on the same tube!" London Mayor Sadiq Khan said early data from Wednesday morning suggested Tube travel was down a third compared to yesterday. He added that a third of Transport for London staff, including drivers, were off sick or self-isolating, meaning the service couldn't run any more trains.


UK, Canada and Australia don't seem to be taking social distancing seriously

https://www.economist.com/img/b/1280/1193/85/sites/default/files/20200328_WOC911.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dundee on 03/25/20 at 11:16 am


Don't say that just yet as we have another 9 more months to go.
9 months including at least 2 still ruined by the virus and the rest having little to look up to besides this crisis' aftermath.

Yeah, 2020 can already be buried and forgotten in history for eternity ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/25/20 at 11:17 am


Has she been tested?

Not that I know of, but she said she and her father experienced "flu like symptoms" and her father's symptoms were much worse. She said it's very likely she has it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 11:22 am


UK, Canada and Australia don't seem to be taking social distancing seriously

https://www.economist.com/img/b/1280/1193/85/sites/default/files/20200328_WOC911.png
I feel it is the younger generations, and those that still have to work.

The reduced transportation service is setting out for key workers to get to work, and now British Transport Police are checking on passengers and asking is their journey really necessary.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/25/20 at 12:50 pm


Oh snap, I misread county as country ;D.

My bad, I'm American too. Which county/state are you in?

Kansas, which one are you in?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 03/25/20 at 1:02 pm


Kansas, which one are you in?

New York.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What happened at the latest UK press conference?

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 1:12 pm

Boris Johnson’s latest press briefing on the UK’s response to the coronavirus pandemic has come to an end. Here’s what happened:


The PM revealed that 405,000 people had volunteered to help the NHS following a call from the government
He warned firms against profiteering during times of shortage and said the government might use the law to stop it
The UK government's chief medical adviser said there was a "bottleneck" in ramping up testing amid global demand
He said an antibody test - to see if people had had the virus - was being developed but would not be online next week
He added the UK's modelling on the spread of the virus was based on "quite a lot of people" still having to go in to work


Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/25/20 at 2:02 pm

Here is a social distancing scoreboard:

https://www.unacast.com/covid19/social-distancing-scoreboard


My state scored an A. Our governor has been closing things down over the last couple of weeks-first the schools, then the restaurants & bars-takeout only. Then he closed down the gyms, hair salons/barbershops, & tattoo parlors. Now he FINALLY gave the word that ALL non-essential  businesses/activities be closed. Even  though he is a Republican, I give him MAJOR KUDOS for what he is doing. Yeah, the state still has cases but he closed things down BEFORE they got out of hand. The last I heard, our county only has 3 cases. The state has 123 cases and 8 deaths.  :\'( :\'(



Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 2:11 pm


The Queen is to cancel her annual garden parties and begin her Easter break earlier than planned because of the coronavirus outbreak, Buckingham Palace says. The 93-year-old monarch will carry out a number of small scale duties at the palace in the next few days, including meeting Prime Minister Boris Johnson. But she will then leave for Windsor Castle on Thursday - a week earlier than scheduled - and will remain there beyond the Easter period, the palace said. In a statement, the palace says the changes were "a sensible precaution", adding that "a number of public events with large numbers of people due to have been attended by the Queen, and other members of the royal family, in the coming months will be cancelled or postponed".
On hearing that the queen has taken sensible precaution by retreating to Windsor Castle, and Prince Charles having been tested positive for coronavirus, self-isolation will be easier for royalty with so many rooms at their castles and palaces.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/25/20 at 2:41 pm


My company is considered “critical infrastructure” and we are working. I have an official letter that I carry with me in my car, certifying that, in case Johnny Law pulls me over.  8)


We just got one today for the same reason. Coworkers were getting stopped on the way to/from work. Even though according to governors orders I can also go to the store, gas station, pharmacy, get take out food, go to parks and walking/ cycling trails.... I think because people are staying home cops are desperate to meet their quotas and justify their jobs.

The local DQ knockoff is opening this weekend. Every year tons of people mark that as an end of hardcore winter. People at work are talking about it. It’s only ever been outside take out only. We also have a lot of food trucks in the summer and I bet that will be even bigger if people can’t dine inside buildings anymore. It’s a more efficient way of doing business anyway.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 2:45 pm


My company is considered “critical infrastructure” and we are working. I have an official letter that I carry with me in my car, certifying that, in case Johnny Law pulls me over.  8)



We just got one today for the same reason. Coworkers were getting stopped on the way to/from work. Even though according to governors orders I can also go to the store, gas station, pharmacy, get take out food, go to parks and walking/ cycling trails.... I think because people are staying home cops are desperate to meet their quotas and justify their jobs.
Out of interest, is the official letter a general print out or personalised to the addressee, probably to be carried with ID?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Wimbledon Tennis

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 2:46 pm

The All England Club says a decision regarding this year's Wimbledon will be made next week. In a statement on Wednesday, the club said postponement and cancellation of the event, scheduled between 29 June-12 July, because of the impact of coronavirus were possible outcomes. Playing behind closed doors has been formally ruled out.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/25/20 at 3:46 pm


Here is a social distancing scoreboard:

https://www.unacast.com/covid19/social-distancing-scoreboard


My state scored an A. Our governor has been closing things down over the last couple of weeks-first the schools, then the restaurants & bars-takeout only. Then he closed down the gyms, hair salons/barbershops, & tattoo parlors. Now he FINALLY gave the word that ALL non-essential  businesses/activities be closed. Even  though he is a Republican, I give him MAJOR KUDOS for what he is doing. Yeah, the state still has cases but he closed things down BEFORE they got out of hand. The last I heard, our county only has 3 cases. The state has 123 cases and 8 deaths.  :\'( :\'(



Cat


Our premier (equivalent to governor) closed down "all non-essential business", but his definition of businesses considered essential is very expansive. I'm scared because he made so many cuts to healthcare before this and the system was already overstretched.    :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/25/20 at 4:19 pm


In the UK, it is three simple words...

Stay at home


I'll try but I might need some fresh air.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/25/20 at 4:20 pm


My county is under lockdown for 30 days starting at 12:01 AM. As far as I know we don’t have many cases. But we can go to work and the grocery store and that’s it. My job is essential so that sucks for me. My managers won’t approve us to stay home!


Does your job allow you to be socially distant? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/25/20 at 4:24 pm


New York.


Queens.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/25/20 at 5:04 pm


I'll try but I might need some fresh air.


You still get to work at the grocery store, right? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/25/20 at 5:16 pm


Out of interest, is the official letter a general print out or personalised to the addressee, probably to be carried with ID?


It is a printout describing our company and how we meet the federal and state guidelines for essential infrastructure work. Titles of those guidelines are listed. Signed and dated by each of us along with the company president. Also has his contact information including cell number if any cop wants to argue about it. They told us put one in each vehicle.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/25/20 at 5:17 pm


Does your job allow you to be socially distant? ???

Nope too many customers get close and don’t care

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 5:28 pm


It is a printout describing our company and how we meet the federal and state guidelines for essential infrastructure work. Titles of those guidelines are listed. Signed and dated by each of us along with the company president. Also has his contact information including cell number if any cop wants to argue about it. They told us put one in each vehicle.
Thank you for the info.

I am just wondering how this will be approached in the UK.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK victim, 21, 'had no health issues'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/20 at 5:31 pm

A 21-year-old woman with no underlying conditions has died after contracting coronavirus, according to her family. Chloe Middleton, from High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, died last week. In a Facebook post, her aunt Emily Mistry said Ms Middleton "had passed away from Covid-19" and urged others to "do your bit" to stop the spread of the disease. According to government figures, most patients who have died with coronavirus had pre-existing medical conditions. There have been concerns that younger people were ignoring warnings over its spread, believing the contagion was only a danger to the elderly. But in a series of Facebook posts, Ms Middleton's family urged the public to heed safety advice and take the virus "seriously".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-52041709

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/25/20 at 5:45 pm

The (recorded) death toll has surpassed 20,000, reaching 21,160 as of this posting.  :-\\

The previous milestone of 10,000 was hit on March 19, 6 days ago.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/25/20 at 10:32 pm

Prince Charles has a mild case of the virus.  Lady Camillia tested negative for the virus.  They're both in isolation in Scotland. The theory is that he might have contracted the virus from Prince Albert of Monaco.  Elizabeth and Philip are in isolation at Buckingham Palace.  Charles and Camillia haven't seen his parents since March 12.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/25/20 at 10:53 pm


Prince Charles has a mild case of the virus.  Lady Camillia tested negative for the virus.  They're both in isolation in Scotland. The theory is that he might have contracted the virus from Prince Albert of Monaco.  Elizabeth and Philip are in isolation at Buckingham Palace.  Charles and Camillia haven't seen his parents since March 12.
My mother was cracking jokes about how the Queen said "Oh f*ck, I'm outta here" the moment she heard Charles cough and how he wanted to secretly infect her and was thinking "You damn woman won't you ever die!" so he can be king already.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 1:06 am


Prince Charles has a mild case of the virus.  Lady Camillia tested negative for the virus.  They're both in isolation in Scotland. The theory is that he might have contracted the virus from Prince Albert of Monaco.  Elizabeth and Philip are in isolation at Buckingham Palace.  Charles and Camillia haven't seen his parents since March 12.

My mother was cracking jokes about how the Queen said "Oh f*ck, I'm outta here" the moment she heard Charles cough and how he wanted to secretly infect her and was thinking "You damn woman won't you ever die!" so he can be king already.
On hearing that the queen has taken sensible precaution by retreating to Windsor Castle, and Prince Charles having been tested positive for coronavirus, self-isolation will be easier for royalty with so many rooms at their castles and palaces.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Russia locks down aerial borders

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 1:11 am

Russia's government will stop all overseas flights from the country starting 27 March. The ban will not apply to repatriation flights and flights carried out by "separate orders of the Russian government", Interfax news agency reported. It's worth noting that Russia has comparatively fewer cases than other European countries - just 658, with three deaths. On Wednesday, President Vladimir Putin postponed a vote on a constitutional change that would allow him to stay in power for two more consecutive terms.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/26/20 at 1:17 am


My mother was cracking jokes about how the Queen said "Oh f*ck, I'm outta here" the moment she heard Charles cough and how he wanted to secretly infect her and was thinking "You damn woman won't you ever die!" so he can be king already.


FUNNY! I'm facepalming right now even though I know I shouldn't be doing that.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK virus latest figures

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 1:25 am

We're now shifting our focus slightly to the UK. The number of coronavirus deaths in the UK has risen to 463, up from 422. Cases are also up, with 9,529 cases as of Wednesday compared to 8,077 cases the day before. Some 97,019 have been tested for the virus - of which 87,490 had tested negative.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/26/20 at 2:58 am


Thank you for the info.

I am just wondering how this will be approached in the UK.


A friends husband has a letter, which she said came from the government, saying he was an essential worker.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 3:02 am


A friends husband has a letter, which she said came from the government, saying he was an essential worker.
Essential workers are key workers that keep the country running, especially the NHS staff, all are heroes.

Subject: Coronavirus: Clap for our Carers - what's it all about?

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 3:04 am

People in the UK are being encouraged to take part in a huge round of applause to show their appreciation for all those working in the NHS. The Clap for our Carers campaign is asking for as many people as possible to clap their hands together on Thursday 26 March at 8pm to thank all doctors, nurses, carers, GPs, pharmacists and other NHS staff working hard to help those affected by the coronavirus. People across the UK can clap from their gardens, front doors, and balconies to show their support.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/52008734

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 3:05 am


People in the UK are being encouraged to take part in a huge round of applause to show their appreciation for all those working in the NHS. The Clap for our Carers campaign is asking for as many people as possible to clap their hands together on Thursday 26 March at 8pm to thank all doctors, nurses, carers, GPs, pharmacists and other NHS staff working hard to help those affected by the coronavirus. People across the UK can clap from their gardens, front doors, and balconies to show their support.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/newsround/52008734
In France, the applause for medical staff is being done every day at that time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Badfinger-fan on 03/26/20 at 3:06 am

yesterday was the first day that I went out anywhere since last Friday. I had my mask, gloves and sanitizer as I went to the post office and grocery store and then back to "shelter in place". I mailed two N95 masks to a friend that needed them. she's a nurse for Kaiser.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/26/20 at 5:38 am


A friends husband has a letter, which she said came from the government, saying he was an essential worker.


I’ve got a letter like that. Basically if a cop wants to take me off the road, I can whip out that letter and say “@#$% off, I am on vital business” and then be on my way.  ;D

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): NYC removes basketball hoops to curb spread

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 5:53 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/26/da59f4f0-b51a-495f-b22b-e9eca9fdb5e0.jpg

Dozens of basketball hoops in the US city of New York are being taken down to curb the spread of the pandemic. Mayor Bill de Blasio said they would be removed at 80 public courts where people were not respecting social-distancing measures. These ask people not to shoot around with anyone who is not a member of their households. “There will not be any basketball games because there will not be any basketball hoops,” he said at a City Hall briefing on Wednesday evening. The new measure leaves some 1,700 other courts still available. On Wednesday, New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo said the city would ban basketball and other contact sports in public parks, Reuters news agency reports. As of Wednesday night, nearly 33,000 cases had been confirmed in New York, an increase of more than 7,000 from the day before, NBC reports. At least 366 people have died, it added.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/26/20 at 7:31 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/26/da59f4f0-b51a-495f-b22b-e9eca9fdb5e0.jpg

Dozens of basketball hoops in the US city of New York are being taken down to curb the spread of the pandemic. Mayor Bill de Blasio said they would be removed at 80 public courts where people were not respecting social-distancing measures. These ask people not to shoot around with anyone who is not a member of their households. “There will not be any basketball games because there will not be any basketball hoops,” he said at a City Hall briefing on Wednesday evening. The new measure leaves some 1,700 other courts still available. On Wednesday, New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo said the city would ban basketball and other contact sports in public parks, Reuters news agency reports. As of Wednesday night, nearly 33,000 cases had been confirmed in New York, an increase of more than 7,000 from the day before, NBC reports. At least 366 people have died, it added.


I bet those other courts would be closed down as well. Contact sports are what people usually play anyways.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): First virus-related death in British prison

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 7:49 am

An 84-year-old man has become the first British prisoner to die after contracting coronavirus. The inmate at HMP Littlehey, in Cambridgeshire, died in hospital on Sunday. He reportedly had underlying health issues. As of Wednesday, 19 inmates had been diagnosed with the virus across 10 jails, while four prison staff had also tested positive.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/26/20 at 8:03 am


You still get to work at the grocery store, right? ???


Yes I'm doing them a service and I work outside.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/26/20 at 8:04 am


Nope too many customers get close and don’t care


It's the same as being a cart attendant, customers are constantly asking me for a cart and they get close to me too as well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/26/20 at 8:07 am


I bet those other courts would be closed down as well. Contact sports are what people usually play anyways.


Guess they won't be playing sports anytime soon rather resort to board games for the time being.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 8:55 am


Guess they won't be playing sports anytime soon rather resort to board games for the time being.
Now where did I put the Scrabble?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): North Yorkshire Police begin road checkpoints

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 9:02 am

Road checkpoints are to be used in North Yorkshire to determine if drivers' journeys are essential. It comes after people across the UK were urged to stay at home unless absolutely necessary to slow the spread of coronavirus. The move is being introduced to ensure motorists are complying with government restrictions, North Yorkshire Police said. The checkpoints will be unannounced and anywhere across the county.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-york-north-yorkshire-52050477

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cough at a key worker, get a criminal record

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 9:06 am

There's been a number of reports - thankfully very much a minority - of people coughing at the UK's key workers while claiming to have coronavirus. Today Max Hill QC, the Director of Public Prosecutions for England and Wales, said he was appalled by these reports - and warned that anyone who deliberately coughs at police, NHS staff or shop workers who are keeping the nation going will face the full force of the law. That's because coughing at anyone at all - including the public - in such circumstances is assault. The maximum sentence is six months in jail - or double that if the assault is against an emergency worker carrying out their duties. Mr Hill says: “Let me be very clear: this is a crime and needs to stop. The CPS stands behind emergency and essential workers and will not hesitate to prosecute anybody who threatens them as they go about their vital duties.” England has seen two men convicted - one jailed for crimes including threatening to spit at police officers. The Public Prosecution Service Northern Ireland has also charged a 39-year-old man in similar alleged circumstances.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Brits to thank health workers with round of applause

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 9:07 am

People in the UK are preparing to thank National Health Service (NHS) workers with a nationwide round of applause. It was the idea of Dutch yoga instructor Annemarie Plas who wanted to show doctors, nurses, GPs and carers some national gratitude. Her suggestion was picked up and supported by the likes of Victoria Beckham and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. People are being ask to clap from their front doors, gardens, balconies, wherever they may be, at 20:00 local time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/26/20 at 9:08 am

Jobless claims in the US soar to a record high with over 3 million; the Great Recession only had over 665,000 claims:
https://www.cnbc.com/2020/03/26/weekly-jobless-claims.html

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 200 Brits stranded in Philippines

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 9:14 am

We've brought you an update on British travellers' struggles to get out of Peru after the country suddenly closed its borders last week and we're seeing similar stories around the world. On Monday there was British nurse Hollie Hunt, stranded for more than a week on an island in the Philippines after domestic flights in the country were cancelled because of strict Covid-19 quarantine measures. Now Hollie and her friends are waiting at Manila airport for an early morning flight back to the UK via Oman. “We spent more than £800 each on the tickets,” Hollie told me. “We missed our original flights with Emirates. It’s very frustrating.” Hollie’s travel woes follow advice by UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab that all British tourists and short-stay travellers abroad should return to the UK where commercial flight options are still available. The British Embassy in Manila says it is aware of around 235 people currently stranded in the Philippines. All direct flights to the UK have been suspended and many transit routes via other countries have been closed. But some Britons have taken to social media to say the remaining flights are too expensive and are urging the British government to organise a charter flight to bring them home, just as they have done for those stuck in Peru.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/26/20 at 9:19 am


Jobless claims in the US soar to a record high with over 3 million; the Great Recession only had over 665,000 claims:
https://www.cnbc.com/2020/03/26/weekly-jobless-claims.html


And it’s way worse than that. That doesn’t include all the self employed who can’t file for unemployment. Or all the people who work resort type jobs for cash. Pretty much all of which are closed down right now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/26/20 at 9:34 am


And it’s way worse than that. That doesn’t include all the self employed who can’t file for unemployment. Or all the people who work resort type jobs for cash. Pretty much all of which are closed down right now.


I agree that it's worse as well. Singapore could be heading into a deep recession due to the pandemic, and it signifies that other global markets could also decline. The Fed's Jerome Powell also said that we "may very well be" in a recession. He predicts economic activity to decline "probably substantially" from April to June.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/26/20 at 11:36 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/26/20 at 12:19 pm


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Yikes, the U.K., France, Spain, and U.S. rates are still spiking.

As I look on Worldometer, Italy is on the brink of surpassing China with total cases (Italy with 80,539 and China with 81,285).

But I still think the U.S. could surpass them all either today or tomorrow, because we keep getting over 10,000 cases per day so far.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 12:20 pm


https://pbs.twimg.com/media/ET_KTNxWAAYbVn9?format=jpg
What has Japan done to keep the death figures low?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK emergency laws give police more powers

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 12:21 pm

New emergency legislation in the UK says no one in the country is allowed to leave their home “without reasonable excuse”. Several new activities which are permitted have been added to a list outlined by the Prime Minister on Monday. They include moving house, fulfilling legal obligations, accessing critical public services and to escape injury, illness or the risk of harm. There is no limit in the legislation on the number of times each day a person may leave their premises. Police now have powers to “direct” and “remove” people to their homes and use “reasonable force” to do so, if they’re not complying with the new laws. Fixed penalty fines can be imposed on people who flout the rules on being at home or gathering in groups of three or more by community support officers, local authority wardens, as well as police officers. The legislation says prosecutions may be brought. The measures - which last six months - must be reviewed every three weeks.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Pangolins found to carry viruses related to Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 12:47 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/26/52d3769c-9865-4750-8f28-f6ea5b1e92b0.jpg

Pangolins smuggled into China have been confirmed to contain viruses closely related to the one sweeping the world. Sale of the animals in wildlife markets should be strictly prohibited to minimise the risk of future outbreaks, says an international team. Pangolins are the most-commonly illegally trafficked mammal, used both as food and in traditional medicine. Bats are thought to be the original viral source, with another species playing a role in human transmission.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/26/20 at 12:56 pm


What has Japan done to keep the death figures low?

They haven’t been testing people much which is probably the biggest reason.


Yikes, the U.K., France, Spain, and U.S. rates are still spiking.

As I look on Worldometer, Italy is on the brink of surpassing China with total cases (Italy with 80,539 and China with 81,285).

But I still think the U.S. could surpass them all either today or tomorrow, because we keep getting over 10,000 cases per day so far.

We (UK) were following Italy but for the past few days we’ve fallen below Italy so there’s cautious optimism that we might avoid the worst.

Spain will be worse than Italy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/26/20 at 12:56 pm

My friends dad just tested positive for the coronavirus. It just makes me extremely nervous and depressed knowing that someone I personally know has a family member literally infected with the virus. New Jersey has the second highest cases of coronavirus in the US.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 12:57 pm


They haven’t been testing people much which is probably the biggest reason.
Why, not having enough tests available...?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK government unveils aid for self-employed

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 12:58 pm

Self-employed workers will be able to apply for a grant of up to £2,500 a month to help them cope with the financial impact of coronavirus, the chancellor has announced. The money will be paid in a single lump sum, but will not begin to arrive until the start of June at the earliest. Rishi Sunak told the self-employed: "You have not been forgotten." Plans for 80% wage subsidies for staff kept on by employers were announced last week. The chancellor spoke after the total number of people in the UK to die with Covid-19, the disease caused by coronavirus, reached 475.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52053914

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/26/20 at 12:59 pm


Why, not having enough tests available...?

I think they really wanted the Olympics to go ahead so purposefully didn’t test people.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 12:59 pm


My friends dad just tested positive for the coronavirus. It just makes me extremely nervous and depressed knowing that someone I personally know has a family member literally infected with the virus. New Jersey has the second highest cases of coronavirus in the US.  :-\\
Sorry to hear this, I hope your friend's father is under good treatment?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 1:00 pm


I think they really wanted the Olympics to go ahead so purposefully didn’t test people.
Sounds like a wrong kind of a reason.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/26/20 at 1:12 pm


Sorry to hear this, I hope your friend's father is under good treatment?

Yeah, I hope so too. :(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths rise by more than 100 in a day

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 1:59 pm

The number of people in the UK who have died with coronavirus has jumped by more than 100 in a day for the first time. The death toll has risen from 475 to 578, health officials have confirmed. A total of 104,866 people have been tested, of whom 93,208 tested negative and 11,568 were positive.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52056534

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/26/b45b68bb-0889-4974-ab0e-c42f35e0309e.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/26/20 at 3:08 pm

Due to the national state of emergency there can only be four people working at my job right now. I don't have work at all this week. The manager is trying to give everyone hours but honestly idk. I'm probably not going to get paid much for some time.  :-\\

This is just a living hell.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/26/20 at 3:22 pm


Jobless claims in the US soar to a record high with over 3 million; the Great Recession only had over 665,000 claims:
https://www.cnbc.com/2020/03/26/weekly-jobless-claims.html


That is horrible! :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/26/20 at 3:24 pm


Yeah, I hope so too. :(


Have you been tested Rainbowz?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 3:24 pm


Due to the national state of emergency there can only be four people working at my job right now. I don't have work at all this week. The manager is trying to give everyone hours but honestly idk. I'm probably not going to get paid much for some time.  :-\\

This is just a living hell.
Is your work such as you can still work from home, or given some admin to work on the computer?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 3:25 pm


Have you been tested Rainbowz?
Please be negative!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/26/20 at 3:33 pm


Have you been tested Rainbowz?

No, I never been around his father before thankfully.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/26/20 at 3:33 pm


Is your work such as you can still work from home, or given some admin to work on the computer?

No, I work in Fast food.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 3:35 pm


No, I never been around his father before thankfully.
...and keep your with to, even with your friend.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/26/20 at 3:40 pm


No, I work in Fast food.



Are you wearing gloves?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 3:41 pm


No, I work in Fast food.
Can you you offer your services of admin on the computer?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/26/20 at 3:43 pm



Are you wearing gloves?

Yeah, I wear gloves a lot more often now.
Can you you offer your services of admin on the computer?

I don’t think so. I’m just going to have to wait until I can get my hours in I guess.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 3:49 pm


I don’t think so. I’m just going to have to wait until I can get my hours in I guess.
Do not go into the main details, are you still paid or part paid for the time at home?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dundee on 03/26/20 at 4:19 pm

No one is talking about the fact the US just overtook both China and Italy in number of cases?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 4:26 pm


People in the UK are preparing to thank National Health Service (NHS) workers with a nationwide round of applause. It was the idea of Dutch yoga instructor Annemarie Plas who wanted to show doctors, nurses, GPs and carers some national gratitude. Her suggestion was picked up and supported by the likes of Victoria Beckham and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. People are being ask to clap from their front doors, gardens, balconies, wherever they may be, at 20:00 local time.
https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/26/70cbd9e9-d834-47ac-be4f-0fdd606989f4.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Brits to thank health workers with round of applause

Written By: karen on 03/26/20 at 4:32 pm


People in the UK are preparing to thank National Health Service (NHS) workers with a nationwide round of applause. It was the idea of Dutch yoga instructor Annemarie Plas who wanted to show doctors, nurses, GPs and carers some national gratitude. Her suggestion was picked up and supported by the likes of Victoria Beckham and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. People are being ask to clap from their front doors, gardens, balconies, wherever they may be, at 20:00 local time.


I went outside to my gate, the neighbours came out and also a couple of families across the road. We live on a main road so there isn’t quite the same neighbourliness which affects things like this. We did have a couple of cars flash their lights in acknowledgement as they drove past.

Other friends said their whole street was out applauding.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 4:33 pm


I went outside to my gate, the neighbours came out and also a couple of families across the road. We live on a main road so there isn’t quite the same neighbourliness which affects things like this. We did have a couple of cars flash their lights in acknowledgement as they drove past.

Other friends said their whole street was out applauding.
In the area I live, the applauding was loud, I clapped too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/26/20 at 5:17 pm


My friends dad just tested positive for the coronavirus. It just makes me extremely nervous and depressed knowing that someone I personally know has a family member literally infected with the virus. New Jersey has the second highest cases of coronavirus in the US.  :-\\


I'm sorry about your friend's dad. I wish him all the best for his speedy recovery.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/26/20 at 5:20 pm

My company brought in one of those quacks that “disinfect” the whole building last night. At a cost of $3k.  ::)

Mind you, nobody in our office has tested positive for coronavirus.  The same people are working in the building all along.

I told my pals to forget about the “decontamination” and that they still need to wipe down their work areas, door handles, etc with disinfecting wipes EVERY DAY. Even if the place was 100% clean this morning, if anybody at work has a not-yet-diagnosed case of the virus, any surface they have touched since yesterday is already potentially infected.

There’s a sucker born every minute.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths rise by more than 100 in a day

Written By: shadowcookie on 03/26/20 at 5:47 pm


The number of people in the UK who have died with coronavirus has jumped by more than 100 in a day for the first time. The death toll has risen from 475 to 578, health officials have confirmed. A total of 104,866 people have been tested, of whom 93,208 tested negative and 11,568 were positive.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52056534

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/26/b45b68bb-0889-4974-ab0e-c42f35e0309e.png

There’s been a change in methodology apparently so some of the deaths counted today actually occurred yesterday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/26/20 at 7:13 pm


Due to the national state of emergency there can only be four people working at my job right now. I don't have work at all this week. The manager is trying to give everyone hours but honestly idk. I'm probably not going to get paid much for some time.  :-\\

This is just a living hell.


Our company has split our shifts so instead of one day shift some of us work early and some late and those who can work from home do. I can’t yet because they still haven’t built high speed internet in my area but they have been working on it. It’s nice having mornings off so I can sleep in. And it’s quiet at work so I can hear myself think. I’m gonna miss it when this is all over.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK donates £210m towards vaccine research

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 7:19 pm

The UK government has announced an extra £210m in funding for international researchers working to find a coronavirus vaccine. The latest donation, announced following a call between G20 leaders earlier, is on top of £40m already pledged by the UK. It will go towards research done by the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations, headquartered in Norway. The foundation recently called on governments to provide an extra $2bn (£1.64bn) to help it develop a vaccine.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Indy 500 and other sporting events moved or cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/20 at 7:26 pm

The Indy 500 - one of the biggest motorsport races in the world - has become the latest major sporting event to be postponed. The American race will now take place on 23 August instead of 24 May because of the coronavirus. Several other sports competitions have been moved or cancelled today.


Motorcycling’s Ulster Grand Prix, which has been struggling for money, was due to take place in November but has now been cancelled after the current crisis made finding a solution impossible
June’s World Para Athletics European Championships in Poland have been postponed with no new date set
The football season in England from the seventh tier downwards has been cancelled, with all results expunged and no teams promoted or relegated


Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/26/20 at 7:36 pm


It's the same as being a cart attendant, customers are constantly asking me for a cart and they get close to me too as well.

I don’t even like it on a normal day.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/26/20 at 7:38 pm


My friends dad just tested positive for the coronavirus. It just makes me extremely nervous and depressed knowing that someone I personally know has a family member literally infected with the virus. New Jersey has the second highest cases of coronavirus in the US.  :-\\
Oh no! I’m so sorry :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 03/26/20 at 7:40 pm


No one is talking about the fact the US just overtook both China and Italy in number of cases?


I got the memo! I already posted this, here

But anyways, here is the low down on the numbers, they're quite damning, I may add:


Night and Day, between the United States and China


Coronavirus pandemic changes way of life



What the pandemic looks like in mainland China

"The pandemic began in mainland China last December — but now, the country is seeing close to zero new local transmissions each day, as the situation worsens elsewhere around the world.

The country is beginning to lift travel restrictions and strict lockdowns that have been in place for months — but people are still cautious.

"As you start to ease restrictions ... you're going to have people moving around starting to resume life," said CNN's International Correspondent David Culver.
"Will that cause numbers to go back up? It is something they're mindful of here. Even the residents we've spoken with have quite frankly told us as soon as the gates open, so to speak, they are in no rush to get out of their homes after 70-plus days of lockdown."


As the pandemic hits the US and Europe particularly hard, there are also rising fears in China of a second wave of imported cases from overseas, similar to the one being seen in Hong Kong.

"That's why they have now essentially banned all foreign travelers into mainland China," Culver said. "You go back a few weeks, it was the rest of the world that was really concerned with travelers coming from China. Now it's China really worried about travelers coming from every other country."




Meanwhile, U.S Coronavirus cases keep climbing, here are the facts


Per capita, US outpaces China in coronavirus cases

From CNN's Matthew Hilk
The per-capita number of coronavirus cases in the US is almost four times that of China, based on most recent population estimates.

Based on CNN's count Thursday evening, the US now has 81,836 cases for a country with an estimated population of just over 328 million. That's about one case for every 4,010 people.

China's number is similar, 81,782, but for a country four times larger in population. Current United Nations estimates put China's population at over 1.4 billion. That's about one case for every 17,582 people.

China typically reports new nationwide case totals around 9 p.m. ET, so the comparison could soon change.

At least 24 states reported over 100 new cases today

At least 24 states reported over 100 new cases of the coronavirus on Thursday, as the US overtook China and Italy to have more confirmed infections than anywhere else in the world.

The worst outbreak continues to be in New York, which reported at least 6,447 new cases. That was followed by New Jersey, with 2,492, and Washington state with 627 new cases. Illinois confirmed 673 new cases, Massachusetts 579, and Michigan 561.

Full list of states reporting over 100 cases today:

New York 6,447
New Jersey 2,492
Washington 627
Illinois 673
Massachusetts 579
Michigan 561
Pennsylvania 560
Louisiana 510
California 471
Texas 422
Florida 378
Colorado 344
Tennessee 173
Indiana 168
Ohio 163
Maryland 157
Missouri 146
Georgia 138
Connecticut 137
North Carolina 132
Wisconsin 122
Alabama 120
Mississippi 108
Arizona 107

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/26/20 at 7:45 pm


I got the memo! I already posted this, here

But anyways, here is the low down on the numbers, they're quite damning, I may add:


Night and Day, between the United States and China

I think it’s odd that China went to 80k ish cases then stopped. I wonder if they’ve just stopped reporting. For reasons that are better suited for another forum.
Coronavirus pandemic changes way of life

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/26/20 at 8:36 pm


No one is talking about the fact the US just overtook both China and Italy in number of cases?


I now do. Really sad, and it looks like cases will only continue to increase here in the U.S.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/26/20 at 8:58 pm



It's actually really simple. The difference is China tested EVERBODY, whether seriously sick, mildly sick and even asymptotic people. The US and most Western countries, due to shortage of tests, only test people who have fallen ill enough to visit a doctor.


I'll show you how this makes a difference.


Imagine in a US-style democracy, there is one person who is sick. He coughs, sneezes, touches surfaces, touches people, itches his ballsack, but he doesn't feel that sick yet. The next day he wakes up with fever, shortness of breath and uncontrollable coughing. He goes to the doctor, they take a swab, and send him home. By now, let's say he's infected 5 other people who are completely unaware that they are sick. His test comes back positive. Officially, the country has "1" case of coronavirus. In reality, there are 5. Those 5 go onto infect 25, 125, 625 and so on... Meanwhile the official number of cases is still 1 because that's the only one who's fallen ill enough to visit a doctor. When a country like this has "1000" cases, you can bet the real number of infected is closer to a 100,000 than 1,000.


Contrast this with China. They went on lockdown when Hubei had ~800 official cases. Say you are one of those people who got sick. They will track down everyone you came into contact with and lock them up in quarantine. They will also check your phone data to see where you were and lock anyone who came close to you in quarantine. Then they will test these people. When someone wants to go outside, get groceries or wants to cross provincial borders , they check their temperature, if it's too high you'll be told to go home or locked up until you can get tested. They have a smartphone app that reports if you've been recently tested and are allowed to travel. Sooner or later, everyone who has the disease is either quarantined, recovered (immune) or dead, and the disease is no longer spreading among the susceptible population. That's why it "stopped" and China doesn't see that many new cases anymore.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/26/20 at 9:07 pm


I now do. Really sad, and it looks like cases will only continue to increase here in the U.S.  :\'(

China is most definitely lying about their numbers lmao. I still think in reality they’re number one. I don’t really trust them.

You also have to consider the fact that the USA has approximately 328 million people, compared to Italy, which has an estimate of 60 million people, so it’s a much bigger percent of their population. If I’m doing the math correctly, the estimated equivalent of 80,589 cases of coronavirus in Italy with 60 million people would equivalent to roughly 440 thousand cases of coronavirus in America.

This doesn’t mean that we still shouldn’t take it seriously and stay home to avoid the spread though.  We should be staying home while the percentage of coronavirus cases is still very low. Otherwise it’ll keep rising and spreading and it’ll be too late.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/26/20 at 9:37 pm


China is most definitely lying about their numbers lmao. I still think in reality they’re number one. I don’t really trust them.

You also have to consider the fact that the USA has approximately 328 million people, compared to Italy, which has an estimate of 60 million people, so it’s a much bigger percent of their population. If I’m doing the math correctly, the estimated equivalent of 80,589 cases of coronavirus in Italy with 60 million people would equivalent to roughly 440 thousand cases of coronavirus in America.

This doesn’t mean that we still shouldn’t take it seriously and stay home to avoid the spread though.  We should be staying home while the percentage of coronavirus cases is still very low. Otherwise it’ll keep rising and spreading and it’ll be too late.
That isn't how epidemics work though. Per capita numbers only show how burdened a country is, but it tells you nothing about how a disease is spreading. You don't start with 1% of the population infected, you start with one PERSON infected.


Take country A, it has 100 people. 1 person is infected, he infects 2 other people. Now you have 3 infected, or 3% of your population.


Take country B, it has 1000 people. One person is infected, he infects two, who infect... etc. etc.


Country A went from 1% to 3% infected in one day. Wow! They must be really careless in social distancing or very unhygienic. Country B only went only from 0.1% to 0.3%. Amazing, they've got everything under control, no need to worry. Our country has the greatest and strongest people. Keep calm and carry on.


Sorry but that's just not how it works. I bet there are a lot of people California who think they're not that badly affected and it's safe to go the beach for spring break, but they're actually a big virus hotspot and are very likely to brush against someone who's sick.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: SeaCaptainMan97 on 03/26/20 at 11:54 pm

Was woken up this morning at 7am by the loud ass emergency alert system noise, scared the sheesh out of me, telling us what we already knew, of Polis's stay at home order.
I almost felt like I got a heart attack from that sheesh.
Now I'm having trouble sleeping, as I keep thinking about it...  Also saw a few other Coloradans angry about it on Twitter...

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Couple forced to cancel wedding again

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 2:48 am

A couple from Leeds have had to cancel their wedding - again. Gemma Turpin and Jake Moss were meant to get married on 24 April, reports the Yorkshire Evening Post. But the outbreak meant their wedding has had to be cancelled. This isn't the first time this has happened. Their first wedding date in 2017 was also cancelled when their son, now 10, developed pneumonia. The couple, who have been together 14 years, say they "don't have much luck". They hope to re-book their wedding for 2021, saying they were crossing their fingers for "third time lucky".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley says sorry to government

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 3:58 am

Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley has apologised to the government after saying its shops should stay open during the coronavirus lockdown. He agreed to close its high street stores earlier this week in a U-turn, having previously argued that the company provided an essential service and should stay open. In an open letter, he said he was “deeply apologetic about the misunderstandings of the last few days”. He added: "Our intentions were only to seek clarity from the government as to whether we should keep some of our stores open. We would never have acted against their advice.” Mr Ashley also said that his Frasers Group would offer its entire fleet of lorries to help deliver medical equipment and supplies for the NHS and other key workforces.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PM Boris Johnson tests positive for coronavirus

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 6:43 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for coronavirus, Downing Street has said. Mr Johnson has mild symptoms and will self-isolate in Downing Street. "He was tested for coronavirus on the personal advice of England's chief medical officer, Professor Chris Whitty," a statement said. He will still be in charge of the government's handling of the crisis, the statement added. The test was carried out at Number 10 by NHS staff. In a tweet, Mr Johnson said: "Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus. I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government's response via video-conference as we fight this virus. "Together we will beat this." Mr Johnson was last seen on Thursday night, as he clapped outside No 10 as part of a nationwide gesture to thank NHS staff. There are more than 11,600 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK, and 578 people have died.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52060791

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PM Boris Johnson tests positive for coronavirus

Written By: Sman12 on 03/27/20 at 7:58 am


Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for coronavirus, Downing Street has said. Mr Johnson has mild symptoms and will self-isolate in Downing Street. "He was tested for coronavirus on the personal advice of England's chief medical officer, Professor Chris Whitty," a statement said. He will still be in charge of the government's handling of the crisis, the statement added. The test was carried out at Number 10 by NHS staff. In a tweet, Mr Johnson said: "Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus. I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government's response via video-conference as we fight this virus. "Together we will beat this." Mr Johnson was last seen on Thursday night, as he clapped outside No 10 as part of a nationwide gesture to thank NHS staff. There are more than 11,600 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK, and 578 people have died.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52060791


I heard that he's been shaking hands with coronavirus patients a few weeks ago. Doesn't matter whether you're a politician or not, but that's very stupid.  >:(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/27/20 at 7:58 am


Yeah, I wear gloves a lot more often now.I don’t think so. I’m just going to have to wait until I can get my hours in I guess.


I wear gloves too all the time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/27/20 at 7:59 am


No one is talking about the fact the US just overtook both China and Italy in number of cases?


The number is just astounding!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/27/20 at 8:02 am


I don’t even like it on a normal day.  :-\\



I know how you feel Ripley.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/27/20 at 8:04 am

I think we might surpass the total number of deaths from 1920's Spanish Flu by the end of the year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 8:21 am


I heard that he's been shaking hands with coronavirus patients a few weeks ago. Doesn't matter whether you're a politician or not, but that's very stupid.  >:(
Now this begs the question, who has he been in close contact with recent?

Members of the Cabinet, those at the COBRA meeting, the daily briefings, and even members of the media?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PM Boris Johnson tests positive for coronavirus

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 8:24 am


Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for coronavirus, Downing Street has said. Mr Johnson has mild symptoms and will self-isolate in Downing Street. "He was tested for coronavirus on the personal advice of England's chief medical officer, Professor Chris Whitty," a statement said. He will still be in charge of the government's handling of the crisis, the statement added. The test was carried out at Number 10 by NHS staff. In a tweet, Mr Johnson said: "Over the last 24 hours I have developed mild symptoms and tested positive for coronavirus. I am now self-isolating, but I will continue to lead the government's response via video-conference as we fight this virus. "Together we will beat this." Mr Johnson was last seen on Thursday night, as he clapped outside No 10 as part of a nationwide gesture to thank NHS staff. There are more than 11,600 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK, and 578 people have died.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52060791
Mr Johnson is in the flat above 11 Downing Street, which is now sealed off. He is working from the office and study in No 11, with meals and work being left at the door of the flat, Mr Johnson's official spokesman said. The prime minister's fiancée Carrie Symonds, who is several months pregnant, is also self-isolating, although it is not known if they are still living together. Pregnant women are advised to be particularly stringent when following social distancing advice, and minimise social contact for up to 12 weeks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/27/20 at 8:31 am


Now this begs the question, who has he been in close contact with recent?

Members of the Cabinet, those at the COBRA meeting, the daily briefings, and even members of the media?

Well, they’ve just confirmed that Matt Hancock, health secretary, also has Covid-19

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 8:34 am


Well, they’ve just confirmed that Matt Hancock, health secretary, also has Covid-19
You beat me to it, and I have heard that Matt Hancock has mild symptoms for Covid-19.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/27/20 at 8:47 am


I think we might surpass the total number of deaths from 1920's Spanish Flu by the end of the year.


That’s highly likely because now we have a lot more population, higher density, and easy worldwide travel.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/27/20 at 8:50 am

I hope Boris Johnson gets better.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 8:50 am


I hope Boris Johnson gets better.  :(
So do I for many reasons.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/27/20 at 8:54 am


You beat me to it, and I have heard that Matt Hancock has mild symptoms for Covid-19.


Speedy recoveries to them all. I think this is the first time that a major political leader has tested positive for COVID-19.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 8:57 am


Speedy recoveries to them all. I think this is the first time that a major political leader has tested positive for COVID-19.
...and his 2nd in command Matt Hancock in this battle against this virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/27/20 at 10:34 am


...and his 2nd in command Matt Hancock in this battle against this virus.


It's really ironic for the Health Secretary to get the coronavirus. I thought he would be more careful than anyone else to catch it.  :-\\

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Brits to thank health workers with round of applause

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 11:04 am


People in the UK are preparing to thank National Health Service (NHS) workers with a nationwide round of applause. It was the idea of Dutch yoga instructor Annemarie Plas who wanted to show doctors, nurses, GPs and carers some national gratitude. Her suggestion was picked up and supported by the likes of Victoria Beckham and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. People are being ask to clap from their front doors, gardens, balconies, wherever they may be, at 20:00 local time.
Piccadilly Circus last night.
https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/27/643ce3a8-f13a-4fd5-bffb-21be6bf9991c.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/27/20 at 11:30 am

According to Worldometer, the U.S. now has over 93,000 cases, and we could potentially see over 100,000 later today. INSANITY.  :o

And we now have nearly 1,400 Americans dead due to Covid. Condolences to the families.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 11:31 am


Well, they’ve just confirmed that Matt Hancock, health secretary, also has Covid-19
https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/27/6ad1143b-d2c0-470d-8378-6bc8908d25fd.jpg

Yes, this close...

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London Gatwick Airport to close north terminal

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 12:05 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/27/16a630c0-cdf1-4fd7-a83b-1b12e4c9e8ce.jpg

London Gatwick airport has announced it is closing its north terminal and limiting runway operation times from 1 April. The runway will only be used for scheduled flights between 14:00 and 22:00 GMT. The airport made the announcement on Friday and said the airport terminal would be closed for a month. It said a decision to reopen the terminal would be taken when airline traffic increases and the government's social distancing policy is relaxed. A statement from the airport said the decision was made to "protect the health and safety of passengers and staff, and to shield the business following a dramatic fall in airline traffic". Stewart Wingate, chief executive of Gatwick Airport, said staff would be provided with the opportunity to help people in the local area. Gatwick is the UK's second largest airport and serves more than 46 million passengers a year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/27/20 at 12:43 pm

Breaking news

House passes $2 trillion coronavirus stimulus bill, sends it to Trump - https://www.cnbc.com/2020/03/27/house-passes-2-trillion-coronavirus-stimulus-bill-sends-it-to-trump.htmle-passes-2-trillion-coronavirus-stimulus-bill-sends-it-to-trump.html

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Recap of the daily UK government briefing

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 1:14 pm

A summary of what was heard in today's UK government briefing.

Cabinet Minister Michael Gove alongside NHS chief executive Sir Simon Stevens and deputy chief medical officer Dr Jenny Harries confirmed:

PM Boris Johnson is still leading the UK's efforts to tackle the virus despite testing positive
UK infections are now doubling roughly every three to four days
An alliance between government, research institutes and universities will provide more coronavirus tests for frontline workers - beginning this weekend
33,000 hospital beds have now been freed up - or created in field hospitals - to treat patients
cancer patients will be able to continue their treatment at private hospitals


Mr Gove also suggested that "members of the central effort to defeat the virus" will receive testing as appropriate, after Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Health Secretary Matt Hancock were tested, despite only having mild symptoms.


Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Canadians charged over Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 1:23 pm

An 18-year-old Canadian McDonald's employee has been arrested for allegedly lying about having Covid-19 to get out of work. Police in Hamilton, Ontario, charged the woman with fraud after she allegedly faked a doctor's note saying she had coronavirus. Investigators say that after she gave the note to her supervisor on 19 March, the restaurant had to close down for a few days to be professionally sanitised. Her co-workers also had to self-isolate. But she wasn't the only person accused of using coronavirus to defraud people. On Wednesday Toronto police arrested a man for trying to bring 25 fake coronavirus test kits into the US. They allege he had already shipped several parcels of fake test kits across the border. Both suspects are expected to appear in court in May.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/27/20 at 1:28 pm

We’re pretty much over 100,000 cases here in the US by now. Y’all can trust the numbers on Worldmeter all you want but the actual number is always going to be higher. We’re probably going to reach one million before the second half of the year because this dumbass country only wants to test those “wHo sHoW sEvErE sYmPtOmS” and dumbasses aren’t even staying home. By the end of this year, it will no longer surprise me if over 50% of the US population had the virus and the death toll increased. You may as well just call it the end of the world.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Canadians charged over Covid-19

Written By: 2001 on 03/27/20 at 1:46 pm


An 18-year-old Canadian McDonald's employee has been arrested for allegedly lying about having Covid-19 to get out of work. Police in Hamilton, Ontario, charged the woman with fraud after she allegedly faked a doctor's note saying she had coronavirus. Investigators say that after she gave the note to her supervisor on 19 March, the restaurant had to close down for a few days to be professionally sanitised. Her co-workers also had to self-isolate. But she wasn't the only person accused of using coronavirus to defraud people. On Wednesday Toronto police arrested a man for trying to bring 25 fake coronavirus test kits into the US. They allege he had already shipped several parcels of fake test kits across the border. Both suspects are expected to appear in court in May.


Ayyy, my hometown (Hamilton) making international news!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/27/20 at 2:25 pm


That’s highly likely because now we have a lot more population, higher density, and easy worldwide travel.


So far they have a total of about over 10,000 and they're dropping like flies by the hour.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/27/20 at 2:26 pm


According to Worldometer, the U.S. now has over 93,000 cases, and we could potentially see over 100,000 later today. INSANITY.  :o

And we now have nearly 1,400 Americans dead due to Covid. Condolences to the families.


Wow, they're dropping like flies!  :o :(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Thousands of jobs at risk as Carluccio's faces collapse

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 2:40 pm

Italian restaurant chain Carluccio's is facing collapse, after warning it was facing permanent branch closures due to the coronavirus. It is currently working with administrators in a move that could threaten more than 2,000 jobs. Before the outbreak it was hit by the crunch in the casual dining sector and recently urged the state to step in. Administrator FRP said it was working with Carluccio's to "consider all options" for the restaurant's future.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cyclists warned to follow guidelines

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 3:07 pm

Cyclists in the UK have been warned not to continue riding in groups this weekend - or face having the right to get on their bikes taken away from them. Pictures showed people across parts of the UK, including many cyclists, visiting parks and open spaces in large numbers last weekend. "People on bikes were not the only culprits in last weekend's mass dash to the outdoors but, despite strong guidance from ourselves and others, too many chose to ignore the prime minister's instructions on social distancing, continuing to ride in groups and meet in cafes for a mid-ride chat," says British Cycling chief executive Julie Harrington. "This isn't just irresponsible, it is putting people's lives at risk. "A repeat of that this weekend risks further Government measures to take away the privilege of riding a bike for all of us and now more than ever, it is not one we can afford to lose."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cyclists warned to follow guidelines

Written By: 2001 on 03/27/20 at 3:53 pm


Cyclists in the UK have been warned not to continue riding in groups this weekend - or face having the right to get on their bikes taken away from them. Pictures showed people across parts of the UK, including many cyclists, visiting parks and open spaces in large numbers last weekend. "People on bikes were not the only culprits in last weekend's mass dash to the outdoors but, despite strong guidance from ourselves and others, too many chose to ignore the prime minister's instructions on social distancing, continuing to ride in groups and meet in cafes for a mid-ride chat," says British Cycling chief executive Julie Harrington. "This isn't just irresponsible, it is putting people's lives at risk. "A repeat of that this weekend risks further Government measures to take away the privilege of riding a bike for all of us and now more than ever, it is not one we can afford to lose."


Times like these we need bike thieves to do a public service.  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/27/20 at 4:32 pm

So, uh, yeah, guys, we did it (Worldometer)
https://i.ibb.co/XFjZhR5/Screenshot-20200327-172642-Chrome.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 03/27/20 at 4:46 pm


So, uh, yeah, guys, we did it (Worldometer)
https://i.ibb.co/XFjZhR5/Screenshot-20200327-172642-Chrome.jpg

:\'( :\'(

Sad, sad indeed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 4:51 pm


So, uh, yeah, guys, we did it (Worldometer)
https://i.ibb.co/XFjZhR5/Screenshot-20200327-172642-Chrome.jpg
Oh dear,and sad

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/27/20 at 5:12 pm

By the end of this year, it will no longer surprise me if over 50% of the US population had the virus and the death toll increased. You may as well just call it the end of the world.


Yep. May as well, pack it all in right now.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Paris Fashion Week events cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 5:49 pm

Two popular events at Paris Fashion Week have been cancelled due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, organisers have announced. The Federation de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM) said its men's and haute couture shows have been called off for safety and health reasons. The shows were scheduled to take place in June and July as part of Paris Fashion Week. In a statement, the FHCM said it was "actively working with its members on possible alternatives", without giving further details. The big French fashion houses are among the many businesses suffering due to the pandemic. Some French design houses, including Yves Saint Laurent and Balenciaga of the luxury Kering group, are producing surgical face masks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/27/20 at 6:38 pm

So, the last week or so I have been fighting allergies and all that goes with it-the headaches, the running nose, the cough from the post nasal, etc. And I start panicking. But then I leaned ONE of the first symptoms-lose of smell & taste. I can still smell. I can still taste so I know it is JUST allergies. Nothing to panic over. But I still feel like crap.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 6:51 pm


So, the last week or so I have been fighting allergies and all that goes with it-the headaches, the running nose, the cough from the post nasal, etc. And I start panicking. But then I leaned ONE of the first symptoms-lose of smell & taste. I can still smell. I can still taste so I know it is JUST allergies. Nothing to panic over. But I still feel like crap.


Cat
Is your cough wet? On what you describe is what I have been feeling over the last few weeks. The headache makes my tinnitus louder, I have that runny nose, sneezing too, my cough is wet, and can be very wet, and I still have my sense for smell and taste. All this is on top of my asthma, which puts me into the high risk of contracting coronavirus, so I have been self-isolating and when I have to go out I self distant, at times I have to go out shopping, but I come straight back home. Usually for this time of the year I have hay fever, but what I have now is not the signs of hay fever.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dundee on 03/27/20 at 6:57 pm


So, the last week or so I have been fighting allergies and all that goes with it-the headaches, the running nose, the cough from the post nasal, etc. And I start panicking. But then I leaned ONE of the first symptoms-lose of smell & taste. I can still smell. I can still taste so I know it is JUST allergies. Nothing to panic over. But I still feel like crap.

Remember that a runny nose isn't a symptom of COVID-19 since the coronavirus doesn't attack the sinuses unlike rhinoviruses or your histamine. And the coughing has apparently to be really dry.

So if you don't have the specific combo of dry coughing + high fever, you're highly likely safe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/27/20 at 6:59 pm


Remember that a runny nose isn't a symptom of COVID-19 since the coronavirus doesn't attack the sinuses unlike rhinoviruses or your histamine. And the coughing has apparently to be really dry.

So if you don't have the specific combo of dry coughing + high fever, you're highly likely safe.
Exactly why I am not panicking.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/27/20 at 8:32 pm

Our governor made it clearer that people are free to travel to and from their vacation homes up north, even from out of state if they want. So they are already coming and It’s about guaranteed a good portion of them is unknowingly bringing the virus with them. Goody goody... NOT. They put our facilities over capacity even before corona. Essential travel only applies to us locals but that’s how it always works, the elite and vacationers are above the law. A lot of people up here aren’t happy about this. Most people come here from the Detroit area which is the corona hotbed of the Midwest.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/27/20 at 9:40 pm


Our governor made it clearer that people are free to travel to and from their vacation homes up north, even from out of state if they want. So they are already coming and It’s about guaranteed a good portion of them is unknowingly bringing the virus with them. Goody goody... NOT. They put our facilities overcapacity even before corona. Essential travel only applies to us locals but that’s how it always works, the elite and vacationers are above the law. A lot of people up here aren’t happy about this. Most people come here from the Detroit area which is the corona hotbed of the Midwest.


Wait?! WTF?!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/27/20 at 9:42 pm


Our governor made it clearer that people are free to travel to and from their vacation homes up north, even from out of state if they want. So they are already coming and It’s about guaranteed a good portion of them is unknowingly bringing the virus with them. Goody goody... NOT. They put our facilities over capacity even before corona. Essential travel only applies to us locals but that’s how it always works, the elite and vacationers are above the law. A lot of people up here aren’t happy about this. Most people come here from the Detroit area which is the corona hotbed of the Midwest.


I ain't ready for the snowbirds and March breakers to come back, especially since Florida is a virus hotspot

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/27/20 at 10:26 pm

https://www.michigan.gov/whitmer/0,9309,7-387-90499_90705-522626--,00.html

Section 7 b about half way down.

https://www.record-eagle.com/collections/michigan-residents-ordered-to-stay-home-limited-travel-permitted-but/article_03220fa6-6d2b-11ea-84ad-1be8a1ead399.html

Here it is in the news locals concerned about it. A coworker has friends saying they’re coming up from Detroit to a summer cottage and they were arguing and getting ticked off that my coworker didn’t wanna get together with them. She told them don’t even come here, keep it down there. My mom works at the local supermarket and she is seeing them come and a lot of them are rude and won’t keep their distance despite her asking to. Unfortunately that’s normal every year, so many got money and treat us like they are above us.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 03/27/20 at 10:46 pm


Our governor made it clearer that people are free to travel to and from their vacation homes up north, even from out of state if they want. So they are already coming and It’s about guaranteed a good portion of them is unknowingly bringing the virus with them. Goody goody... NOT. They put our facilities over capacity even before corona. Essential travel only applies to us locals but that’s how it always works, the elite and vacationers are above the law. A lot of people up here aren’t happy about this. Most people come here from the Detroit area which is the corona hotbed of the Midwest.

Your governor is dumb as hell.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 03/28/20 at 3:01 am

How long do you guys think this pandemic will last? Because I think it could last for at least 4 months, possibly even 2 years.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 3:38 am


How long do you guys think this pandemic will last? Because I think it could last for at least 4 months, possibly even 2 years.
I hope for next week, but in seeing the truth it is uncertainty, if and when a vaccine is made available, it would be around this time next year. Can we last that loing?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Testing rolled out for frontline NHS staff

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 3:53 am

Frontline NHS staff in England will begin being tested this weekend to see if they have coronavirus. Workers with symptoms or those who live with people who have symptoms will be checked - starting with critical care doctors and nurses. It follows criticism over a lack of testing for health workers. Meanwhile, the prime minister and Health Secretary Matt Hancock are self-isolating after testing positive for the virus. Boris Johnson, 55, said he had experienced mild symptoms over the past 24 hours but would continue to lead the government's response to the pandemic while working from his Downing Street home. Mr Hancock said his symptoms were also mild and he was working from home. The number of people who have died with the virus in the UK rose by 181 to 759 on Friday, with 14,543 confirmed cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52072568

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Chinese city at centre of outbreak eases restrictions

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 4:52 am

Wuhan, the Chinese city where the coronavirus first emerged last year, has partly reopened after more than two months in isolation. People are now allowed to enter Wuhan, but not leave. The city in Hubei province was placed under lockdown back in January, with travel blocked and drastic restrictions on daily life. State media showed images of the first officially sanctioned passenger train arriving in the city just after midnight. Most of Wuhan's subway network has also restarted, while some shopping centres will open their doors next week. Officials in the city of 11 million people first confirmed they were dealing with cases of a mysterious pneumonia-like illness in December. Some 3,299 deaths have been confirmed in Hubei province, according to data collated by Johns Hopkins University.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Russia sees no epidemic but starts shutdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 5:09 am

Russia is beginning what Vladimir Putin called a "non-working week", to try to slow the spread of the coronavirus. The government is urging people to stay at home, though mixed messaging has left many Russians confused. Officials now hint the new restrictions could be extended beyond 5 April, depending on the health situation. The number of Russians infected with Covid-19 passed 1,000 on Friday, with most cases detected in Moscow. Based on that figure, the Kremlin spokesman has stressed that there is "de facto no epidemic" here, comparing Russia's position favourably with the crisis in Europe. And whilst state TV's rolling news channel has changed its name to We're Staying Home - broadcasting from presenters' living rooms - many people are struggling to adjust after its previous insistence that Covid-19 was a "foreign threat".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-52061381

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/28/20 at 5:22 am


I hope for next week, but in seeing the truth it is uncertainty, if and when a vaccine is made available, it would be around this time next year. Can we last that loing?

I think it will be at least until the summer.

However it’s probably easier for most people to handle isolation in small chunks. So saying it will be reviewed in April does not mean it will be lifted then, as some people think. At work (school) we’ve made plans up until the end of the school year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 5:30 am


I think it will be at least until the summer.

However it’s probably easier for most people to handle isolation in small chunks. So saying it will be reviewed in April does not mean it will be lifted then, as some people think. At work (school) we’ve made plans up until the end of the school year.
I wanted to say at the summer time, but is seems to soon. MP Boris Johnson states a review will be at every three weeks, so that must be the one in April.

Please Karen and your family, take care and be very safe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/28/20 at 5:54 am


How long do you guys think this pandemic will last? Because I think it could last for at least 4 months, possibly even 2 years.


I’m thinking about 6 weeks till the disease starts to ease (my doctor thinks 4 weeks) but between then and now it’s gonna get real bad and we ain’t seen nothing yet.  That’s at the current rate. Then Once they lift the stay at home orders and all we will have another wave.  Regardless the damage is going to last years if you count how it will trickle down to hamper whatever economy is still running.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 5:56 am


I’m thinking about 6 weeks till the disease starts to ease (my doctor thinks 4 weeks) but between then and now it’s gonna get real bad and we ain’t seen nothing yet.  That’s at the current rate. Then Once they lift the stay at home orders and all we will have another wave.  Regardless the damage is going to last years if you count how it will trickle down to hamper whatever economy is still running.
Of course, that may be the problem to the whole factor, a second strain and we all have to start all over again?

For instance, when I was going to and fro to the Philippines, I would have my normal annual flu jab. That would be for the flu in 'Europe', being in the Far East, it would be a totally different strain of flu, and I still be rough with it. One thing I have noticed over the years, the older you get, the longer it is to shake the flu off.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tokyo reports record daily increase in cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 6:15 am

Tokyo has reported more than 50 new coronavirus cases in 24 hours - a record daily increase for the Japanese capital. The figures were reported by national broadcaster NHK, which said there are now more than 300 cases in the capital. The increase came as Tokyo Governor Yuriko Koike urged citizens of the city and surrounding areas to stay indoors. Japan has reported almost 1,500 coronavirus cases and 49 deaths, according to data collated by Johns Hopkins University. Tokyo was due to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games this year, but they have been postponed until 2021 because of the outbreak.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/28/20 at 6:16 am


Of course, that may be the problem to the whole factor, a second strain and we all have to start all over again?

For instance, when I was going to and fro to the Philippines, I would have my normal annual flu jab. That would be for the flu in 'Europe', being in the Far East, it would be a totally different strain of flu, and I still be rough with it. One thing I have noticed over the years, the older you get, the longer it is to shake the flu off.


Yes I’m not even including that but that’s definitely a factor. However long it takes to mutate into another strain which we don’t know. On the plus side they are thinking based on similar viruses that people might maintain immunity for a few years. Unlike the flu which lasts maybe a year.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): People in UK asked to exercise locally

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 6:43 am

Various countries have different restrictions on exercise. Ireland has just imposed a limit of 2km (1.2 miles) from home while in France it is 1km. Exercise is one of the few reasons that people in the UK are allowed to leave their homes during the coronavirus pandemic. They are allowed to take "one form of exercise a day" - the official guidelines list running, walking and cycling as examples. But there was confusion over whether people could drive somewhere to go walking, running, or cycling. Well, the government has now clarified that people should use open spaces near to home, where possible - although the new advice does not explicitly define what counts as "local", and whether or not people can use cars.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Neil Diamond Coronavirus Version of 'Sweet Caroline'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 7:07 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dundee on 03/28/20 at 8:24 am


How long do you guys think this pandemic will last? Because I think it could last for at least 4 months, possibly even 2 years.
This could deffo last up to 2 months since a lot of countries haven't seen their peak yet and second waves are still a possibility.

I don't think this will last into 2021 however since the course to a vaccin is gaining a lot of traction throughout the world. Unless something like a nasty mutation happens in the meantime.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Scottish Secretary Alister Jack self-isolating

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 9:08 am

Secretary of State for Scotland, Alister Jack, has developed mild symptoms associated with coronavirus and is self-isolating. He has not been tested, he says, but has developed a mild temperature and a cough.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/28/20 at 9:49 am


This could deffo last up to 2 months since a lot of countries haven't seen their peak yet and second waves are still a possibility.

I don't think this will last into 2021 however since the course to a vaccin is gaining a lot of traction throughout the world. Unless something like a nasty mutation happens in the meantime.


I also think that more schools in the U.S. will close out the remainder of the school year due to the ongoing pandemic. It's already happened with Kansas and Virginia schools.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK fatalities rise by 260 in one day

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 10:06 am

More on the sombre news that 1,019 people have died in the UK since the outbreak began. There have been 260 more deaths from coronavirus in the UK over the past 24 hours, latest government figures show. Scotland has reported seven new deaths, there has been a further four in Wales, and two more people have died as a result of coronavirus in Northern Ireland.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/28/39f189e1-57e9-4918-8254-12626063be1f.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Global infections top 600,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 10:55 am

The number of cases around the world has now surpassed 600,000, according to latest figures. In Europe, meanwhile the number of deaths has surpassed 20,000, the same data compiled by Johns Hopkins University shows. The university has been keeping track of the number of coronavirus cases and deaths on its online global dashboard. The latest landmark came just two days after the world passed half a million infections. Global cases topped 100,000 on 6 March, 200,000 on 18 March, 300,000 on 21 March and 400,000 on 24 March, the university's dashboard shows.

The five countries with the most cases are:

The US, with 104,865
Italy, with 86,498
China, with 81,996
Spain, with 72,248
Germany, with 53,340




Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK fatalities rise by 260 in one day

Written By: Sman12 on 03/28/20 at 12:03 pm


More on the sombre news that 1,019 people have died in the UK since the outbreak began. There have been 260 more deaths from coronavirus in the UK over the past 24 hours, latest government figures show. Scotland has reported seven new deaths, there has been a further four in Wales, and two more people have died as a result of coronavirus in Northern Ireland.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/28/39f189e1-57e9-4918-8254-12626063be1f.png


That's a really grim milestone. Condolences to the families of the lives lost.  :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Italy's death toll hits 10,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 12:57 pm

Another terrible day for Italy, with another 889 deaths in 24 hours. Italy has now seen 10,023 deaths and 92,472 cases. Some 70,065 are currently infected and 12,384 have recovered.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/28/20 at 2:08 pm


Remember that a runny nose isn't a symptom of COVID-19 since the coronavirus doesn't attack the sinuses unlike rhinoviruses or your histamine. And the coughing has apparently to be really dry.

So if you don't have the specific combo of dry coughing + high fever, you're highly likely safe.



It is allergies. I get like this EVERY year. It is just with Covid-19 going on, even though I KNOW it is allergies, I have to keep reminding myself of that fact.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Italy's death toll hits 10,000

Written By: Sman12 on 03/28/20 at 3:32 pm


Another terrible day for Italy, with another 889 deaths in 24 hours. Italy has now seen 10,023 deaths and 92,472 cases. Some 70,065 are currently infected and 12,384 have recovered.


It's really tough what Italy's going through, especially elderly people there since the nation has one of the highest elderly populations in the world.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/28/20 at 3:53 pm


So, uh, yeah, guys, we did it (Worldometer)
https://i.ibb.co/XFjZhR5/Screenshot-20200327-172642-Chrome.jpg


Wow, that's depressing! :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/28/20 at 3:55 pm


How long do you guys think this pandemic will last? Because I think it could last for at least 4 months, possibly even 2 years.



God I hope not!  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/28/20 at 3:56 pm


I’m thinking about 6 weeks till the disease starts to ease (my doctor thinks 4 weeks) but between then and now it’s gonna get real bad and we ain’t seen nothing yet.  That’s at the current rate. Then Once they lift the stay at home orders and all we will have another wave.  Regardless the damage is going to last years if you count how it will trickle down to hamper whatever economy is still running.


But when will we able to go out again? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Football season 'could be lost' - UEFA

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/28/20 at 4:37 pm

Football seasons around the world have been interrupted by the pandemic. Now, with most leagues in Europe suspended, one of the continent's leading figures has warned that the current season could be lost entirely. Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin has suggested that games could be played behind closed doors, but he warned the situation needs to be resolved before July. "If we don't succeed in restarting, the season will probably be lost," the Slovenian said.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/28/20 at 8:19 pm


The (recorded) death toll has surpassed 20,000, reaching 21,160 as of this posting.  :-\\

The previous milestone of 10,000 was hit on March 19, 6 days ago.


This post was made 25th of March. Today as of the 28th, the global death toll has surpassed 30,000.  :-\\

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Things will get worse, PM warns in letter to Britons

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/20 at 1:44 am

The prime minister has warned the coronavirus crisis will get worse before it gets better, in a letter being sent to every UK household. Boris Johnson, who is self-isolating after testing positive for Covid-19, says stricter restrictions could be put in place if necessary. Britons will also get a leaflet detailing government rules on leaving the house and health information. It follows criticism over the clarity of government advice to date. The number of people who have died with coronavirus in the UK has now reached 1,019, with a further 260 deaths announced on Saturday. There are now 17,089 confirmed cases in the UK. In the letter being sent to 30 million households at an anticipated cost of £5.8m, Mr Johnson writes: "From the start, we have sought to put in the right measures at the right time. "We will not hesitate to go further if that is what the scientific and medical advice tells us we must do."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52079922

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Golf courses shut in England, Wales & NI

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/20 at 2:53 am

Golf courses across England, Wales and Northern Ireland will shut following the latest government measures to tackle the coronavirus pandemic. Scottish Golf has asked golfers in Scotland to “refrain from golfing until further notice”. Amateur golfers had previously been able to continue playing while adhering to guidance on social distancing. In a statement, England Golf said the move was “highly necessary and must be maintained until further notice”. It added: “Keeping golf courses open is simply no longer compatible with the updated policy of government which is designed to save lives in a time of national emergency.” Wales Golf said: “It is clear that golf clubs, courses and facilities must close with immediate effect.”

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/52018267

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Happy Birthday Bob!

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/20 at 3:57 am

Happy Birthday Bob - world's oldest man marks milestone in isolation

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/29/82a96d58-7d42-4576-b74e-11589832806a.jpg

The world's oldest man is celebrating his one 112th birthday in self-isolation today. Bob Weighton, a former teacher and engineer from Hampshire in the south of England, was born in 1908, the year the Wright Brothers made their first public flight. Mr Weighton lived through the Spanish flu pandemic of 1918 and is now under lockdown like the rest of the UK. Last year, he marked his 111th birthday with his many friends at his retirement flat. But this year will be a much quieter affair. "Everything is cancelled, no visitors, no celebration," he said. "It's a dead loss as far as celebration is concerned."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK to be in lockdown for 'significant period'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/20 at 4:54 am

The UK needs to prepare to be under strict measures for a "significant period", Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove says.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/29/20 at 7:23 am


This post was made 25th of March. Today as of the 28th, the global death toll has surpassed 30,000.  :-\\



Something needs to be done, they're dropping like flies!  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/20 at 7:33 am



Something needs to be done, they're dropping like flies!  :(
Complete lockdown everywhere!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Meet the fancy dress postal worker lifting spirits

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/20 at 7:54 am

Little Bo Beep and a Greek soldier have been out and about delivering post in South Tyneside. Postman Jon Matson, from West Boldon, said when he was no longer able to work alongside a colleague, he asked if he could do his rounds in fancy dress. "The reaction on day one was amazing," the father of two said. "A few people didn't notice at first, but the word started to spread on Facebook and people were looking out for me."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/29/20 at 8:16 am


Complete lockdown everywhere!


Well, not in the US where I live. The advisory "stay at home" orders are what's common here and half of the 50 states actually issued those statewide orders. But that'll probably change since we unfortunately have the largest amount of cases in the world.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 03/29/20 at 9:07 am


Well, not in the US where I live. The advisory "stay at home" orders are what's common here and half of the 50 states actually issued those statewide orders. But that'll probably change since we unfortunately have the largest amount of cases in the world.  :(
Wasn't there someone who wanted to lift most measures at Easter.....??? ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/29/20 at 9:25 am


Wasn't there someone who wanted to lift most measures at Easter.....??? ::)


I know who you're alluding to. ::)

But thankfully, it seems like he backtracked on it, and is actually trying to stop the spread of the virus with the hospital ships, major disaster declarations, and speaking in a more serious tone about this.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Police send home Pokemon Go player

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/20 at 9:28 am

Police in Stevenage say they sent home a man they found playing the smartphone game Pokemon Go. Officers found him in a car at Stevenage Leisure Park, a retail park which is closed amid the coronavirus pandemic. They say he was reminded the game did not constitute essential travel. Pokemon Go, which uses augmented reality and requires users to walk around pointing their devices at the "real" world, had a surge in popularity in 2016... but is apparently enjoying a renaissance in Hertfordshire...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/29/20 at 12:52 pm

Police in Derby had to break up a party earlier today.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-derbyshire-52084653

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/20 at 12:53 pm


Police in Derby had to break up a party earlier today.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-derbyshire-52084653
Was that the karaoke party reported on the news?

People are just not thinking and being careful!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/29/20 at 2:05 pm


Was that the karaoke party reported on the news?

People are just not thinking and being careful!


It’s not like this is a new thing now though is it? Social distancing as a minimum has been in place for a couple of weeks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/20 at 2:13 pm


It’s not like this is a new thing now though is it? Social distancing as a minimum has been in place for a couple of weeks.
On the gov.uk website, the place to find government services and information. It is recommended:

Stay at home

Only go outside for food, health reasons or work (but only if you cannot work from home)
If you go out, stay 2 metres (6ft) away from other people at all times
Wash your hands as soon as you get home

Do not meet others, even friends or family.

You can spread the virus even if you don’t have symptoms.


The message is simple!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/29/20 at 2:15 pm


Wasn't there someone who wanted to lift most measures at Easter.....??? ::)


Knowing who said it, he most likely meant Russian Easter (April 28)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/20 at 2:17 pm


Knowing who said it, he most likely meant Russian Easter (April 28)
...Easter next year?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 03/29/20 at 2:27 pm


...Easter next year?

Easter next year (2021) will be April 4th.



Knowing who said it, he most likely meant Russian Easter (April 28)

That would actually be the 19th of April this year. (It was the 28th last year.) But still, the 28th this year might still be too soon to lift measures.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/29/20 at 2:35 pm


Well, not in the US where I live. The advisory "stay at home" orders are what's common here and half of the 50 states actually issued those statewide orders. But that'll probably change since we unfortunately have the largest amount of cases in the world.  :(


Maybe police should start patrolling neighborhoods?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/29/20 at 2:38 pm


On the gov.uk website, the place to find government services and information. It is recommended:

The message is simple!


How hard is it for people to understand?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/29/20 at 2:39 pm


...Easter next year?


If it's Easter 2021 then I'm jumping off a bridge, there ain't no way I'm going to continue to stay in my house for another year! ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/29/20 at 3:22 pm


If it's Easter 2021 then I'm jumping off a bridge, there ain't no way I'm going to continue to stay in my house for another year! ::)


But you aren’t staying in your house. You are still going to work. Apart from essential medical appointments my dad and my mother in law are not leaving their house for the next three months.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/29/20 at 3:33 pm

We are going to go out to do some grocery shopping tomorrow night.  Wish us luck that the line ups won't be too crazy at that time and people can follow the 6 ft rule and avoid large crowds rule. ::) ::) ::) ::) Because this girl is paranoid to go outside.  But I'm going to take a chance because I can't stand having unsalted butter in our house.  8-P  8-P  8-P  8-P Unsalted butter has no flavour.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/29/20 at 3:36 pm


We are going to go out to do some grocery shopping tomorrow night.  Wish us luck that the line ups won't be too crazy at that time and people can follow the 6 ft rule and avoid large crowds rule. ::) ::) ::) ::) Because this girl is paranoid to go outside.  But I'm going to take a chance because I can't stand having unsalted butter in our house.  8-P  8-P  8-P  8-P Unsalted butter has no flavour.
He in the UK, we are being advised for just one member of the family to go shopping, it provides better protection.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/29/20 at 3:55 pm


We are going to go out to do some grocery shopping tomorrow night.  Wish us luck that the line ups won't be too crazy at that time and people can follow the 6 ft rule and avoid large crowds rule. ::) ::) ::) ::) Because this girl is paranoid to go outside.  But I'm going to take a chance because I can't stand having unsalted butter in our house.  8-P  8-P  8-P  8-P Unsalted butter has no flavour.


Good luck out there, soldier.  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 03/29/20 at 4:18 pm

People aren’t taking this seriously😏 While it’s unfortunate that some of us still have to work, others don’t “Have to” be out and about. Yeah people need groceries obviously but I see some people come in a few days a week with random things, I’m not even kidding. All people should limit themselves to once per week with only one person per family/house shopping. I’ve seen couples bring infants! It’s not just essential grocery shopping like it’s supposed to be...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/29/20 at 5:53 pm

Country singer Joe Diffie just died from Coronavirus. I had been hoping to see him in the future.

Edit: just saw this was posted in celebrity heaven.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/29/20 at 9:20 pm


Easter next year (2021) will be April 4th.

That would actually be the 19th of April this year. (It was the 28th last year.) But still, the 28th this year might still be too soon to lift measures.


The new target date is the 30th.


Country singer Joe Diffie just died from Coronavirus. I had been hoping to see him in the future.

Edit: just saw this was posted in celebrity heaven.


RIP  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Still infecting hundreds of people

Written By: 2001 on 03/29/20 at 11:09 pm

Sophie Grégoire Trudeau, the wife of Justin Trudeau, Canada's Prime Minister, has recovered from COVID-19 "with a clean bill of health".  8)

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Lucky her she's immune now. She can go outside and enjoy this beautiful spring weather unlike the rest of us.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/30/20 at 12:05 am

It looks like America has its own version of the Shincheonji death cult that spread the virus in South Korea :o

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This gathering happened on Sunday March 29th 2020 in FLORIDA, one of the biggest virus hot spots. The congregation is practically elbow to elbow. I randomly skipped over to 1:53:43 and I got a real peep into crazy town :o

Also...

https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2020/03/28/after-thousands-flock-to-st-johns-county-beaches-officials-decide-to-shut-them-down/

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EUOKePvXQAAdbgy?format=jpg&name=small

Hoo boy. Apparently, the part of the beach with no people is Miami, which shut down its beach. However, St. John's, a neighbouring county, kept its beaches open as you can see. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/30/20 at 1:05 am


Here in the UK, we are being advised for just one member of the family to go shopping, it provides better protection.


Even though I'm a bit paranoid I can't do that.  One of our local grocery stores has a security guard outside and he/she lets people inside 1 at a time after somebody comes out and they even have marks outside to keep everybody as far away from each other as possible.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 1:23 am


Even though I'm a bit paranoid I can't do that.  One of our local grocery stores has a security guard outside and he/she lets people inside 1 at a time after somebody comes out and they even have marks outside to keep everybody as far away from each other as possible.
True, I am getting worried on each time I go shopping at my local stores (major and larger supermarkets are a distant away), at one store, the security know me as a regular customer, and another store, I having been shopping there for many years. Due to go out later, let's see as it goes.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mercedes F1 to make breathing aid

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 1:31 am

A breathing aid that can help keep coronavirus patients out of intensive care has been created in under a week. University College London engineers worked with clinicians at UCLH and Mercedes Formula One to build the device, which delivers oxygen to the lungs without needing a ventilator. Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) devices are already used in hospitals but are in short supply. China and Italy used them to help Covid-19 patients. Forty of the new devices have been delivered to ULCH and to three other London hospitals. If trials go well, up to 1,000 of the CPAP machines can be produced per day by Mercedes-AMG-HPP, beginning in a week's time. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has already given its approval for their use.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52087002

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): EasyJet grounds entire fleet

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 1:37 am

EasyJet says it has grounded its entire fleet of aircraft owing to the pandemic. In a statement on Monday morning, the airline said it had taken the decision because of "unprecedented travel restrictions" and there was "no certainty" about when flights would resume. "We will continuously evaluate the situation based on regulations and demand, and will update the market when we have a view,” the statement added. The pandemic has had a severe impact on airlines, with some warning they may not survive without government support. The boss of the UK's largest regional airline, Loganair, said his firm plans to ask for government help.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Summary

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 1:52 am

Summary:

Some 20,000 former NHS staff have returned to work in the UK
A breathing aid that can help keep patients out of intensive care has been created in days
Confirmed cases in Germany jump up 4,751 to over 57,000
US guidelines on social distancing will be extended until at least 30 April
It will be six months before UK "returns to normal", says its deputy chief medical officer
Meanwhile India's PM asked for forgiveness over its sweeping lockdown
There are now more than 720,000 infections globally and almost 34,000 deaths



Subject: Coronavirus: India breathes cleanest air amid coronavirus lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 2:59 am

In a bittersweet twist of fate, air pollution in India plunged to its lowest levels over the past few days - but no-one could enjoy it! It’s the sixth day of a nationwide lockdown, and the unprecedented move has had at least one positive side effect. In the national capital, Delhi, which dominated headlines last year for having the worst air pollution in the world, residents woke up to clear blue skies over the weekend. Air quality apps on phones showed that AQI was below 50 - or "good” air quality - which is a rare occurrence in Delhi. Some 90 Indian cities witnessed record-levels of minimal air pollution, reported local media. Particulate matter pollution in major Indian cities is also at an all-time low, according to Quartz. In comparison to the same time last year, the air quality is significantly better right now. Environmentalists have urged the government to take note, calling it a "wake-up call" to usher in concrete policy that will help tackle hazardous levels of air pollution. But the real question is whether India can sustain such levels once the lockdown is lifted.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 2:59 am


In a bittersweet twist of fate, air pollution in India plunged to its lowest levels over the past few days - but no-one could enjoy it! It’s the sixth day of a nationwide lockdown, and the unprecedented move has had at least one positive side effect. In the national capital, Delhi, which dominated headlines last year for having the worst air pollution in the world, residents woke up to clear blue skies over the weekend. Air quality apps on phones showed that AQI was below 50 - or "good” air quality - which is a rare occurrence in Delhi. Some 90 Indian cities witnessed record-levels of minimal air pollution, reported local media. Particulate matter pollution in major Indian cities is also at an all-time low, according to Quartz. In comparison to the same time last year, the air quality is significantly better right now. Environmentalists have urged the government to take note, calling it a "wake-up call" to usher in concrete policy that will help tackle hazardous levels of air pollution. But the real question is whether India can sustain such levels once the lockdown is lifted.
I noticed that the air seemed to be fresher here too when I when out for my shop.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 3:00 am


Even though I'm a bit paranoid I can't do that.  One of our local grocery stores has a security guard outside and he/she lets people inside 1 at a time after somebody comes out and they even have marks outside to keep everybody as far away from each other as possible.

True, I am getting worried on each time I go shopping at my local stores (major and larger supermarkets are a distant away), at one store, the security know me as a regular customer, and another store, I having been shopping there for many years. Due to go out later, let's see as it goes.
No problems today, straight in, straight out, and straight home.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Grounded planes and deserted airports

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 5:17 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/30/35cb95ce-7d97-43ad-aeb9-eaa03a043aff.jpg

Demand for air travel has plummeted worldwide following the coronavirus outbreak and airports around the UK have been left almost empty.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Motorway graffiti replaced with NHS thank you

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 5:56 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/30/45716251-3180-474c-9780-d877fc3dfa11.jpg

A message of support for health workers in the UK has been painted on an motorway bridge known for its graffiti. The railway bridge on the M25 in Buckinghamshire was for years daubed with "Give peas a chance" and was a landmark for many. The new message "Thank You NHS" has been painted on to it - although it's not clear who is responsible.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Singer John Prine in critical condition

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 6:00 am

The family of one of the most influential US folk singers, John Prine, has said he is in a critical condition in hospital with symptoms of Covis-19. Prine, 73, was taken to hospital on Thursday but his condition worsened on Saturday. After his wife and manager Fiona tested positive for Covid-19 earlier this month, the two were isolated from each other. Prine, a two-time Grammy Award winner, has been praised by the likes of Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen. He is famed for his witty lyrics and songs such as Angel from Montgomery and In Spite of Ourselves. “This is hard news for us to share,” Prine’s family said in a statement on his Twitter page. “But so many of you have loved and supported John over the years, we wanted to let you know, and give you the chance to send on more of that love and support now. And know that we love you, and that John loves you.”

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Motorway graffiti replaced with NHS thank you

Written By: karen on 03/30/20 at 6:51 am


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A message of support for health workers in the UK has been painted on an motorway bridge known for its graffiti. The railway bridge on the M25 in Buckinghamshire was for years daubed with "Give peas a chance" and was a landmark for many. The new message "Thank You NHS" has been painted on to it - although it's not clear who is responsible.


Well, I'll miss Give Peas a Chance, but thoroughly endorse the new message

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 6:55 am


Well, I'll miss Give Peas a Chance, but thoroughly endorse the new message
I am trying to work out online the location of that bridge, and each time I have been on the M25 it has been at night, not during the day, and I do not recall seeing it.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Prince Charles 'in good health' and out of self-isolatio

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 6:56 am

The Prince of Wales is out of self-isolation, seven days after it was reported he had tested positive for coronavirus, Clarence House says. A Palace official says Prince Charles is in "good health".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/30/20 at 7:14 am


I am trying to work out online the location of that bridge, and each time I have been on the M25 it has been at night, not during the day, and I do not recall seeing it.


Somewhere between Heathrow and the exit for the M1

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 7:19 am


Somewhere between Heathrow and the exit for the M1
On the Chalfont Viaduct

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chalfont_Viaduct

https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5f/Give_Peas_A_Chance_-_geograph.org.uk_-_1723109.jpg/440px-Give_Peas_A_Chance_-_geograph.org.uk_-_1723109.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 7:21 am

To add to the current restrictions, it is about to rain at any moment.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/30/20 at 7:24 am


To add to the current restrictions, it is about to rain at any moment.


You are psychic - I just read this as it started to rain here!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 7:28 am


You are psychic - I just read this as it started to rain here!
I can see my umbrella across the room, and happy that I do not need to used it today.

Subject: Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics: New dates confirmed for 2021

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 7:39 am

The Tokyo Olympic Games will start on 23 July, 2021 and will run to 8 August after it was postponed for a year because of the coronavirus pandemic. The International Olympic Committee's (IOC) executive board met on Monday to make the decision. The Olympics will still be called Tokyo 2020 despite taking place in 2021. The Paralympic Games, originally due to start on 25 August, 2020, will now take place between 24 August and 5 September, 2021.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/olympics/52091224

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Israel's Netanyahu in self-isolation pending test result

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 8:42 am

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and members of his staff have placed themselves in self-isolation, pending the results of tests for coronavirus, his office says. It comes after an aide, Rivka Paluch, tested positive on Sunday. Mr Netanyahu's office said the prime minister "has decided that he and his close staff will remain in isolation until the epidemiological investigation is completed".

Subject: Coronavirus: Fake news crackdown by UK government

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 9:37 am

The government is cracking down on misinformation about the coronavirus pandemic. A rapid response unit within the Cabinet Office is working with social media firms to remove fake news and harmful content. Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said action was needed "to stem the spread of falsehoods and rumours, which could cost lives". The specialist unit is dealing with as many as 10 incidents each day. It will try to tackle a range of issues online, such as fake "experts" issuing false medical information and criminals running phishing scams. Last Tuesday, for example, hours after the government started sending texts urging people to stay at home, several fake versions of the message began circulating on social media.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52086284

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/30/20 at 9:39 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/30/45716251-3180-474c-9780-d877fc3dfa11.jpg

A message of support for health workers in the UK has been painted on an motorway bridge known for its graffiti. The railway bridge on the M25 in Buckinghamshire was for years daubed with "Give peas a chance" and was a landmark for many. The new message "Thank You NHS" has been painted on to it - although it's not clear who is responsible.
 

Well, that's wholesome. A nice dedication for those working on the front lines to keep us healthy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 9:41 am


 

Well, that's wholesome. A nice dedication for those working on the front lines to keep us healthy.


If I could, I want to go and get my own picture of it!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Barcelona players to take 70% pay cut

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 10:37 am

Players at Barcelona have agreed to take a 70% pay cut during the coronavirus pandemic and make additional contributions to ensure non-sporting staff receive full wages. "We, as players, are always here to help the the club when they ask," said captain Lionel Messi. Barcelona's board of directors, members of its professional sports teams and most of the basketball team have also agreed to reduce their salaries. There have been no games in Spain's La Liga since 10 March. Spain's national death toll stands at 7,340, making it the worst-affected country in the world behind Italy.

Subject: Coronavirus: Foreign Office links up with airlines to fly stranded Britons home

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 12:10 pm

Tens of thousands of Britons stranded abroad by the coronavirus pandemic will be flown home under a new arrangement between the government and airlines. British Airways, Virgin, EasyJet, Jet2 and Titan are among airlines that have agreed to fly Britons back to the UK. The government has also pledged £75m to charter special flights to bring home UK nationals from countries where commercial flights are unavailable.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52099252

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Netanyahu tests negative for coronavirus

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 1:01 pm


Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and members of his staff have placed themselves in self-isolation, pending the results of tests for coronavirus, his office says. It comes after an aide, Rivka Paluch, tested positive on Sunday. Mr Netanyahu's office said the prime minister "has decided that he and his close staff will remain in isolation until the epidemiological investigation is completed".
Earlier, it was reported that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and members of his staff had placed themselves in self-isolation, pending the results of tests for coronavirus. The move came after one of the PM's aides tested positive on Sunday. The Israeli PM has now said he tested negative for the virus in a Twitter statement.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/30/20 at 1:19 pm


It looks like America has its own version of the Shincheonji death cult that spread the virus in South Korea :o

sb3NYFjO-BM

This gathering happened on Sunday March 29th 2020 in FLORIDA, one of the biggest virus hot spots. The congregation is practically elbow to elbow. I randomly skipped over to 1:53:43 and I got a real peep into crazy town :o

Also...

https://www.news4jax.com/news/local/2020/03/28/after-thousands-flock-to-st-johns-county-beaches-officials-decide-to-shut-them-down/

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EUOKePvXQAAdbgy?format=jpg&name=small

Hoo boy. Apparently, the part of the beach with no people is Miami, which shut down its beach. However, St. John's, a neighbouring county, kept its beaches open as you can see. :o


I guess De-Nile (denial) isn't just a river in Egypt.  ::)

In another week or so, all of them are going to be VERY sorry. Unfortunately, I'm afraid they are going to take others out with them.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: KatanaChick on 03/30/20 at 1:57 pm


I guess De-Nile (denial) isn't just a river in Egypt.  ::)

In another week or so, all of them are going to be VERY sorry. Unfortunately, I'm afraid they are going to take others out with them.


Cat

That's not good of course but in a way you can't blame them for wanting some sense of normalcy and getting away from it for a while, but unfortunately times are anything but normal and it needs to be taken seriously.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 2:14 pm


That's not good of course but in a way you can't blame them for wanting some sense of normalcy and getting away from it for a while, but unfortunately times are anything but normal and it needs to be taken seriously.
Here in the UK the message is simple

"Stay at home"

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Singer Plácido Domingo in hospital with Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 2:45 pm

Renowned opera singer Plácido Domingo is reportedly in hospital in Mexico due to complications from the coronavirus. He had revealed he tested positive for Covid-19 in a Facebook post last Sunday. A spokesman for the 79-year-old told Opera News Domingo would remain in hospital "until a hoped-for full recovery". Domingo had said he felt it was his "moral duty" to share his diagnosis. "My family and I are and will remain individually isolated for as long as medically necessary," he wrote in Spanish. Domingo has performed at Opera houses in North America and Europe, making hundreds of recordings.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/30/20 at 3:29 pm


He in the UK, we are being advised for just one member of the family to go shopping, it provides better protection.


What do the others do?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/30/20 at 3:30 pm


People aren’t taking this seriously😏 While it’s unfortunate that some of us still have to work, others don’t “Have to” be out and about. Yeah people need groceries obviously but I see some people come in a few days a week with random things, I’m not even kidding. All people should limit themselves to once per week with only one person per family/house shopping. I’ve seen couples bring infants! It’s not just essential grocery shopping like it’s supposed to be...


No one needs to go shopping every single day.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 3:31 pm


What do the others do?
Stay at home.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/30/20 at 3:32 pm


True, I am getting worried on each time I go shopping at my local stores (major and larger supermarkets are a distant away), at one store, the security know me as a regular customer, and another store, I having been shopping there for many years. Due to go out later, let's see as it goes.


What do you shop for?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/30/20 at 3:33 pm


Here in the UK the message is simple

"Stay at home"



It should work for The U.S. too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 3:36 pm


What do you shop for?
Provisions, my normal food and drink. Other items, cleaning stuff, when needed, heavier items, hopefully my son will help.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 03/30/20 at 3:43 pm


No one needs to go shopping every single day.  ::)


And people need to realize "essential grocery shopping" does not mean 5 million rolls of toilet paper EVERY time you go to the store. There is no need for the paper goods aisle to still be continually empty, which it IS, four or more weeks into this thing. Don't people have enough toilet paper, paper towels and napkins by this point? What are they doing with it all? Building houses? At this point it's just pure foolishness and people doing it because they think they're "supposed" to. Idiotic!!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/30/20 at 3:53 pm


And people need to realize "essential grocery shopping" does not mean 5 million rolls of toilet paper EVERY time you go to the store. There is no need for the paper goods aisle to still be continually empty, which it IS, four or more weeks into this thing. Don't people have enough toilet paper, paper towels and napkins by this point? What are they doing with it all? Building houses? At this point it's just pure foolishness and people doing it because they think they're "supposed" to. Idiotic!!


There were some photos in today’s papers of piles of food next to some dustbins. Fresh food that some people had stockpiled and then had to throw out as it had gone out of date.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/30/20 at 3:57 pm


And people need to realize "essential grocery shopping" does not mean 5 million rolls of toilet paper EVERY time you go to the store. There is no need for the paper goods aisle to still be continually empty, which it IS, four or more weeks into this thing. Don't people have enough toilet paper, paper towels and napkins by this point? What are they doing with it all? Building houses? At this point it's just pure foolishness and people doing it because they think they're "supposed" to. Idiotic!!


I mean how many Number 2's do people have in a day?  ::)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Air Canada to temporarily lay off 15,000 employees

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/30/20 at 4:01 pm

Air Canada - the country's largest airline - will temporarily lay off more than 15,000 workers this week, the Canadian Press reports. The airline has already announced it would lay off 5,150 flight attendants and has put 600 of its 4,400 pilots on unpaid leave as the company struggles to stay afloat amid border closures and travel cancellations prompted by the outbreak of Covid-19. Calgary-based WestJet announced last week that 6,900 employees would be laid off. The airline said that 90% of those lay offs were voluntary. In the US, major airlines United and Delta have so far avoided lay offs, first asking thousands of thousands of employees to take unpaid leave, or early retirement plans. Both will be beneficiaries of the $2tn (£1.7tn) aid bill signed by Donald Trump this week, though industry executives have warned the boost may not be enough to see the crisis through.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/30/20 at 7:51 pm

My cousin in Texas tested positive for coronavirus :o

She is 22 years old with no underlying health problems, so I hope she'll be okay. She was a waitress at a coffeeshop, I can't even imagine how many surfaces she got her hands on.  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/30/20 at 7:53 pm


There was a coronavirus patient in my city who died  :\'( He was a man in his 70s who was very nice and caring, and people in the hospital tried to help him as much as they could... Sadly, he died just yesterday, and his family wasnt able to see him... It affected me because this Coronavirus thing is no joke anymore, it goes to show that whenever we underestimate things that seem bad, we will end up in danger. Please send blessings to him and his family, and spread the word of staying home... Thank you all. 😔


RIP. Saskatchewan seemed to have escaped this thing, until now.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 03/30/20 at 8:14 pm


RIP. Saskatchewan seemed to have escaped this thing, until now.  :\'(
Yeah...  :\'( As much as we feel bored, we must start doing things that we love...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 03/30/20 at 10:50 pm

More than 3,000 people in the US have died from coronavirus

We now have the most cases, the most deaths, and even the worst outcome for infection based on a per capita basis.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/30/20 at 11:04 pm


More than 3,000 people in the US have died from coronavirus

We now have the most cases, the most deaths, and even the worst outcome for infection based on a per capita basis.


The US reported +20,000 new cases each day for the past 4 days. Normally, the number is supposed to grow exponentially, so +20,000 one day is supposed to become roughly +38,000 4 days later. I don't think the US has flattened its curve (too early for that), but rather this demonstrates a shortage of tests.

Stay safe everyone; the official figures, as large as they are, are a severe undercounting.  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 1:00 am


More than 3,000 people in the US have died from coronavirus

We now have the most cases, the most deaths, and even the worst outcome for infection based on a per capita basis.
:\'( :\'( :\'(

Please take good care!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Updates from around the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 1:03 am

Summary:


In the UK, police are being warned to be consistent in their approach to ensuring people comply with lockdown measures
Thousands of British citizens are still struggling to get home from abroad - the government says it will fund rescue flights
"The outlook is grim" - that's what our correspondent says is revealed in the World Bank's post-virus global economic forecast
India is reporting a spike in infection, as the huge difficulties of locking down a country of 1.3 billion people continue
The death toll in the US state of New York has reached 1,218 - a "staggering" number, says its governor Andrew Cuomo
There are signs of hope in Europe, as infection rates fall in Italy and Spain. But the daily death tolls remain high for now, and lockdowns have been extended.


Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: KatanaChick on 03/31/20 at 1:05 am


I mean how many Number 2's do people have in a day?  ::)

Apparently they need Immodium AD!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): British Airways suspending London Gatwick flights

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 1:35 am

All BA flights to and from London’s Gatwick airport will be suspended. BA is facing “unprecedented circumstances” in a challenging market, the email says, as the British government advises against all non-essential travel for 30 days. The airline says it will be contacting its customers to discuss their options. On Monday EasyJet grounded all of its planes owing to the pandemic. BA is still operating some flights from Heathrow airport.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Congo's ex-president dies of Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 3:04 am

The former president of the Republic of Congo, Jacques Joaquim Yhombi-Opango, has died in Paris from complications related to coronavirus. He was 81 years old. His family said he had been ill before contracting the virus. Mr Yhombi-Opango led Congo-Brazzaville from 1977 until he was toppled in 1979 by the country's current leader, Denis Sassou Nguesso. He spent several years in prison before multi-party democracy was introduced in 1991 and served as prime minister until civil war broke out in 1997. He went into exile in France, before being allowed to return home 10 years later.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Record sales for UK supermarkets

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 4:34 am

Sales of groceries in the UK in March beat all previous records as shoppers stocked up for a long period at home, according to consumer analysts Kantar. The busiest spell was 16-19 March, when 88% of households visited a food store, adding up to 42 million extra trips across four days. Year-on-year supermarket sales grew by 20.6% over the past four weeks.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK government plans record repatriation

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 4:45 am

Getting Britons home from abroad is likely to be the biggest ever repatriation undertaken by the UK government, the transport secretary has said. Grant Shapps said the cost would come to £75m ($93m). He said: “I handled the Thomas Cook repatriation, which was the largest at the time, but this is even bigger because it is not a single airline and we don’t know where everyone is."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Spain sees record death toll in 24 hours

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 5:04 am

Spain has recorded 849 new deaths related to coronavirus, the highest number in 24 hours in the country since the outbreak began. The national death toll is now at 8,189, according to the health ministry. Spain is the worst-hit country in Europe after Italy.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Virus spreads to hospitals and care homes in Germany

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 5:54 am

Germany’s coronavirus death rate is rising and will continue to do so, the government’s health adviser has warned. Lothar Wieler, who runs the Robert Koch institute, says the rate is still relatively low (0.8%) because of widespread early testing and the fact that the majority of the early cases involved younger, healthy people with mild symptoms. But he adds that older people are now testing positive and the virus is spreading to hospitals and care homes, which makes him think the death rate will rise further. When asked about how Germany records Covid-19 deaths, Professor Wieler says there’s no evidence to suggest any are being missed.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): NYC hospital ship

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 6:49 am

On Monday the US naval hospital ship USS Comfort sailed in under New York City’s famous skyline. Arriving from Virginia, the ship brings much-needed relief to the city’s population suffering a large-scale outbreak of coronavirus.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/3/31/24ce0d1a-d283-4738-8118-4dd2eb50e4ff.jpg

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Delivery workers strike over virus protection

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 7:33 am

Pressure is building on Amazon and other delivery firms to improve protection for workers worried about getting infected with coronavirus. Some workers at US food delivery firm Instacart, and US and Italian workers at Amazon, have walked out complaining of inadequate protection. US senators have also written to Amazon boss Jeff Bezos to express concerns.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/31/20 at 7:38 am


My cousin in Texas tested positive for coronavirus :o

She is 22 years old with no underlying health problems, so I hope she'll be okay. She was a waitress at a coffeeshop, I can't even imagine how many surfaces she got her hands on.  :-X



My thoughts are with her.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/31/20 at 7:39 am


More than 3,000 people in the US have died from coronavirus

We now have the most cases, the most deaths, and even the worst outcome for infection based on a per capita basis.



Wat the hell is going on here?  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/31/20 at 7:40 am


Apparently they need Immodium AD!



Or maybe Ex-Lax.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): D-Day veteran dies from coronavirus

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 8:40 am

A British D-Day veteran, who was awarded France's highest military honour, has died after contracting coronavirus. Harold Pearsall, of Tamworth, Staffordshire, tested positive for Covid-19 while at hospital in Birmingham on Friday and died on Sunday aged 97. Mr Pearsall, who took part in the Allied assault on Caen in 1944, received the Légion d'Honneur in 2015.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Girl of 12 is 'Europe's youngest victim'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 8:46 am

A 12-year-old girl is thought to be the youngest victim in Europe of the coronavirus pandemic. "We have today a difficult message to announce, emotionally it's a difficult moment because it involves a child," virologist Emmanuel André said on Tuesday. "It's a rare event and we're very distressed by it." The girl had a fever for three days but her condition then worsened. She has not been named but her school in Ghent is said to be in close contact with her parents as well as other pupils' families. Belgium has lost 705 people to the pandemic and has almost 5,000 more in hospital. A 14-year-old died in Portugal and a girl of 16 called Julie died last week in Paris. While the elderly are by far the most vulnerable to Covid-19, the latest death in Belgium is evidence of all ages being at risk.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 393 more deaths in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 9:56 am

A further 393 people with coronavirus have died in the UK in the past day - the biggest daily total so far. A total of 1,801 people have now died with the virus across the UK, including 367 more in England, 13 in Scotland, seven in Wales and six in Northern Ireland.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK National League football suspended

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 11:54 am

The three divisions of England's National League have been suspended indefinitely because of coronavirus. The competition had been originally postponed until 3 April but that has now been extended following a board meeting on Tuesday. It comes after all non-league football in steps three to seven was ended immediately on Thursday with no promotion or relegation. The National League said it was looking at "how best to conclude" the season.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'We are not out of the woods'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 2:02 pm

The British public is "paying attention" to instructions about social distancing but "we are not out of the woods", says NHS England national medical director Dr Stephen Powis. He says the number of people using transport services has "reduced dramatically" in the past few weeks. "We have had a rise in the number of UK cases, but recently we have had a bit of a plateau," he continues. "It's early days, we're not out of the woods - we're very much in the woods - but it's very important we keep complying with those instructions." He adds that the rate of hospital admissions has been increasing - but that is expected at this stage. He adds: "We must not be complacent and we must not take our foot off the pedal."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Wimbledon 2020

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 3:24 pm

A series of emergency meetings is under way to decide whether Wimbledon can go ahead this year. The All England Club says a final decision is yet to be made, but the cancellation of the Championships for the first time since World War Two now seems inevitable. The Wimbledon Championships are due to run for two weeks from Monday 29 June. The French Open has already been pushed back four months to late September because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 13-year-old boy dies, says London hospital trust

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 4:04 pm

A 13-year-old boy who tested positive for coronavirus has died, King's College Hospital Trust in London said. A spokesman for the trust said the boy's death had been referred to the coroner but gave no further details. It comes as the biggest daily increase in the number of people who have died with coronavirus in the UK - 381 - was reported. As of 17:00 BST on Monday, the number of UK deaths linked to the virus was 1,789." , a 13-year old boy who tested positive for Covid-19 has passed away, and our thoughts and condolences are with the family at this time," King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust said. "The death has been referred to the coroner and no further comment will be made."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 03/31/20 at 4:36 pm


A 13-year-old boy who tested positive for coronavirus has died, King's College Hospital Trust in London said. A spokesman for the trust said the boy's death had been referred to the coroner but gave no further details. It comes as the biggest daily increase in the number of people who have died with coronavirus in the UK - 381 - was reported. As of 17:00 BST on Monday, the number of UK deaths linked to the virus was 1,789." , a 13-year old boy who tested positive for Covid-19 has passed away, and our thoughts and condolences are with the family at this time," King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust said. "The death has been referred to the coroner and no further comment will be made."

Condolences go out to his family.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/20 at 4:39 pm


Condolences go out to his family.  :\'(
Exactly,.

Is this a different strain for the majority of deaths around the world are of a senior age with underlying conditions.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/31/20 at 8:26 pm


This post was made 25th of March. Today as of the 28th, the global death toll has surpassed 30,000.  :-\\


It has now surpassed 40,000.

March 19 – 10,000+
March 25 – 20,000+
March 28 – 30,000+
March 31 – 40,000+


That's over 3 years. This has only been spreading for 3 months.

At the end of December, there were fewer than 10 deaths.

At the end of January, there were 259 recorded deaths.

At the end of February, there were 2977 recorded deaths.

As of March 24, there are 18895 recorded deaths.


To keep this post updated...

Number of deaths at the end of each month

2019/12 – <10 deaths
2020/01 – 259 deaths
2020/02 – 2,977 deaths
2020/03 – 42,130 deaths

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/31/20 at 9:27 pm

First confirmed case at the little hospital in the town where I work. 32 year old woman. My mom said it came across the scanner. 2 miles from my work.

Already a half dozen confirmed cases in the bigger hospital in the next town and first death today. 12 miles away. That’s the “big” hospital for like a 50 mile radius. We have 8 isolation rooms with ventilator. That’s it. That’s why we are so concerned about the vacationers coming from the big city and bringing more of it here. We don’t have capacity to treat them, let alone our own people after too much longer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/31/20 at 9:40 pm


First confirmed case at the little hospital in the town where I work. 32 year old woman. My mom said it came across the scanner. 2 miles from my work.

Already a half dozen confirmed cases in the bigger hospital in the next town and first death today. 12 miles away. That’s the “big” hospital for like a 50 mile radius. We have 8 isolation rooms with ventilator. That’s it. That’s why we are so concerned about the vacationers coming from the big city and bringing more of it here. We don’t have capacity to treat them, let alone our own people after too much longer.


There have 10 more deaths due to coronavirus at a long term care home in Bobcaygon, Ontario bringing the death toll in Ontario to 32 people.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/01/20 at 12:52 am


First confirmed case at the little hospital in the town where I work. 32 year old woman. My mom said it came across the scanner. 2 miles from my work.

Already a half dozen confirmed cases in the bigger hospital in the next town and first death today. 12 miles away. That’s the “big” hospital for like a 50 mile radius. We have 8 isolation rooms with ventilator. That’s it. That’s why we are so concerned about the vacationers coming from the big city and bringing more of it here. We don’t have capacity to treat them, let alone our own people after too much longer.


I think we have a similar culture/industry here in Ontario. We call summer homes "cottages". Most the population lives along Lake Ontario, while most of cottage country is along Lake Huron. Our government advised city folk not to escape to their cottages. If they had to give advice like that, I'm betting a lot of people already did. So yeah... Best of luck :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/01/20 at 12:56 am


There have 10 more deaths due to coronavirus at a long term care home in Bobcaygon, Ontario bringing the death toll in Ontario to 32 people.


Most the deaths in Canada seem to be in long term care or old people's homes. Often they have the same employees that shuttle from long term care home to the other, which makes it easy for the disease to spread between them. It's really sad.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/01/20 at 1:19 am


I think we have a similar culture/industry here in Ontario. We call summer homes "cottages". Most the population lives along Lake Ontario, while most of cottage country is along Lake Huron. Our government advised city folk not to escape to their cottages. If they had to give advice like that, I'm betting a lot of people already did. So yeah... Best of luck :-X


In the UK they have closed all camp sites and turned back camper vans and caravans at the entrances to some of the national parks. A friend let’s out a holiday cottage that is in her garden and had problems with people booked in still wanting to come, even after the stay at home measures were in place.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/01/20 at 1:36 am


I think we have a similar culture/industry here in Ontario. We call summer homes "cottages". Most the population lives along Lake Ontario, while most of cottage country is along Lake Huron. Our government advised city folk not to escape to their cottages. If they had to give advice like that, I'm betting a lot of people already did. So yeah... Best of luck :-X


Well Michigan governor in her stay at home order said people could go back and forth to and from their vacation homes. Even from out of state. And wonder why we are one of the fastest spreading states in the USA. Our local mayors and stuff are saying don’t come but since they will then at least self quarantine. Even if they do they’ve spread it everywhere they stop for food, gas, groceries, supplies to un-winterize the place. That’s how it is here too. Only the hardcore people stay here year round. In the summer the population explodes. The doctor offices are already overbooked in summer without a pandemic going on.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/20 at 1:50 am


The government is facing growing criticism over a lack of testing for frontline NHS staff. Healthcare workers who are self-isolating have expressed frustration because tests are not available to show whether they are clear of the virus
A 13-year-old boy is thought to be the youngest person to die with the disease in the UK. Ismail Mohamed Abdulwahab, from Brixton in south London, died in King's College Hospital on Monday
In Scotland, MSPs are set to push through emergency powers to tackle the crisis. The proposed bill sets out new rules to prevent tenants from being evicted and to keep the judicial system running
Meanwhile, some of the UK's biggest banks have agreed to scrap dividend payments and hold onto the cash, which may be needed during the coronavirus crisis
New research suggests that a loss of smell or taste may be a sign that you have coronavirus
The daily death toll rose sharply to 381 on Monday, taking the overall toll to 1,789



Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): A man, 93, becomes oldest Indian to beat coronavirus

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/20 at 2:28 am

Amid all the doom and gloom coronavirus updates, it's always nice to read of those who have beaten the odds - especially when they fall into a vulnerable category. In India's Kerala state, a 93-year-old man and his 88-year-old wife have both recovered from Covid-19 and will be discharged from hospital in a few days, officials say. The elderly couple's recovery has made headlines across the country, where it's been hailed by medical professionals since both also suffered from age-related problems. The man also has hypertension and diabetes - underlying conditions which have caused fatal complications in many cases across the world. Doctors told BBC Hindi's Imran Qureshi that the 98-year-old man's condition deteriorated briefly, prompting them to put him on a ventilator for 24 hours, before he staged a remarkable recovery.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/01/20 at 4:31 am


It has now surpassed 40,000.

March 19 – 10,000+
March 25 – 20,000+
March 28 – 30,000+
March 31 – 40,000+

To keep this post updated...

Number of deaths at the end of each month

2019/12 – <10 deaths
2020/01 – 259 deaths
2020/02 – 2,977 deaths
2020/03 – 42,130 deaths


Before you know it, there won't be anyone on this planet!  :o

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Turkmenistan 'bans the word coronavirus'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/20 at 5:16 am

Turkmenistan may not be somewhere you hear about particularly often - it's largely known for its autocratic government and huge gas reserves. But the Central Asian nation has taken an extreme approach to the coronavirus. In fact, it's reportedly banned the use of the word altogether. State media has been stopped from using it and it has also been removed from health information brochures, according to the group Reporters Without Borders (RSF). People wearing face masks or talking about the virus are even liable to be arrested by undercover police, RSF says. It's worth noting that Turkmenistan is one of the world's most closed-off countries. The government has an absolute monopoly of the media and foreign news websites (like this one) are blocked. The country has so far reported no cases of the virus. Neighbouring Iran, meanwhile, has reported more than 47,000.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Are loss of smell and taste key symptoms?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/20 at 5:37 am

A loss of smell or taste may be a sign that you have coronavirus, according to UK researchers. A team at King's College London looked at responses from more than 400,000 people reporting suspected Covid-19 symptoms to an app. But loss of smell and taste are also signs of other respiratory infections, such as the common cold. And experts say fever and cough remain the most important symptoms of the virus to look out for and act upon. If you or someone you live with has a new continuous cough or high temperature, the advice is stay at home to stop the risk of spreading coronavirus to others.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52111606

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Turkmenistan 'bans the word coronavirus'

Written By: Dundee on 04/01/20 at 6:24 am


Turkmenistan may not be somewhere you hear about particularly often - it's largely known for its autocratic government and huge gas reserves. But the Central Asian nation has taken an extreme approach to the coronavirus. In fact, it's reportedly banned the use of the word altogether. State media has been stopped from using it and it has also been removed from health information brochures, according to the group Reporters Without Borders (RSF). People wearing face masks or talking about the virus are even liable to be arrested by undercover police, RSF says. It's worth noting that Turkmenistan is one of the world's most closed-off countries. The government has an absolute monopoly of the media and foreign news websites (like this one) are blocked. The country has so far reported no cases of the virus. Neighbouring Iran, meanwhile, has reported more than 47,000.
Ok, this gets the price of the worst possible way of how to handle this crisis.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/20 at 6:35 am


Ok, this gets the price of the worst possible way of how to handle this crisis.
I can understand countries concealing facts and details, but that is going a step too far.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Edinburgh festivals cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/20 at 7:19 am

The Edinburgh Fringe festival has been cancelled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, organisers have announced. The Edinburgh International Festival, the Art Festival, the International Book Festival and the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo have also been scrapped for this year.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cancelled Eurovision gets new look

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/20 at 7:55 am

It’s Eurovision, but not quite as you know iit. Following the cancellation of this year’s event, organisers will instead air a television show honouring all 41 songs in a non-competitive format. "Eurovision: Shine a Light" will take place on Saturday, 16 May – in place of what would have been the live final in the Netherlands. Sietse Bakker, executive producer, said: “We want to make a show that puts a spotlight not only on the 41 artists that were due to appear in Rotterdam but also inspire those at home and connect people from across Europe and beyond in these difficult times.It is the first time in the competition’s history that it has been cancelled.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths rise by 563

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/20 at 9:16 am

A total of 2,352 people have now died in hospital after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK, up by 563 since Tuesday. The Department of Health said that, as of 9am on Wednesday, a total of 152,979 people have been tested of whom 29,474 tested positive.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cancelled Eurovision gets new look

Written By: karen on 04/01/20 at 9:20 am


It’s Eurovision, but not quite as you know iit. Following the cancellation of this year’s event, organisers will instead air a television show honouring all 41 songs in a non-competitive format. "Eurovision: Shine a Light" will take place on Saturday, 16 May – in place of what would have been the live final in the Netherlands. Sietse Bakker, executive producer, said: “We want to make a show that puts a spotlight not only on the 41 artists that were due to appear in Rotterdam but also inspire those at home and connect people from across Europe and beyond in these difficult times.It is the first time in the competition’s history that it has been cancelled.


We should watch this and then vote in the Eurovision thread

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/20 at 9:24 am


We should watch this and then vote in the Eurovision thread
I am try to work out a system to do it, in another sense, if I am online that night.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): European football suspended

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/20 at 9:52 am

All Champions League and Europa League matches have been suspended "until further notice" by Uefa because of the global coronavirus pandemic. All national team games in June have also been postponed, including play-off matches for Euro 2020 - already postponed to 2021 - and qualifying matches for the Women's Euro 2021. The European governing body's 55 member associations met on Wednesday. The Premier League is suspended until at least 30 April. The Euro 2020 play-offs are set to feature Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and Scotland.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Wimbledon 2020 now cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/20 at 10:07 am


A series of emergency meetings is under way to decide whether Wimbledon can go ahead this year. The All England Club says a final decision is yet to be made, but the cancellation of the Championships for the first time since World War Two now seems inevitable. The Wimbledon Championships are due to run for two weeks from Monday 29 June. The French Open has already been pushed back four months to late September because of the coronavirus pandemic.
BREAKING:

Wimbledon has been cancelled for the first time since World War Two because of the coronavirus pandemic, the All England Club confirms.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/01/20 at 2:12 pm

Just to update you guys. I haven't been feeling well for the past 2 days.

I don't know for sure if I have COVID-19 but I do have some of the symptoms (body aches, headache, mild fever).

Regardless, of whether I have coronavirus or not. I'll continue to fight through this and stay positive! :).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/20 at 2:35 pm


Just to update you guys. I haven't been feeling well for the past 2 days.

I don't know for sure if I have COVID-19 but I do have some of the symptoms (body aches, headache, mild fever).

Regardless, of whether I have coronavirus or not. I'll continue to fight through this and stay positive! :).
Please seek medical advice, take good care, and get well soon.

Do you have that persistent dry cough too?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/01/20 at 2:35 pm


Just to update you guys. I haven't been feeling well for the past 2 days.

I don't know for sure if I have COVID-19 but I do have some of the symptoms (body aches, headache, mild fever).

Regardless, of whether I have coronavirus or not. I'll continue to fight through this and stay positive! :).



I am so sorry to hear this. Please get better soon. One question-can you smell or taste? They are saying that seems to be a common symptom of COVID-19.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 04/01/20 at 2:49 pm


Just to update you guys. I haven't been feeling well for the past 2 days.

I don't know for sure if I have COVID-19 but I do have some of the symptoms (body aches, headache, mild fever).

Regardless, of whether I have coronavirus or not. I'll continue to fight through this and stay positive! :).


So sorry to hear this. I send positive vibes. But if I may ask, if it is coronavirus, do you think you can trace where you picked it up from? This may be helpful information for people in stopping the spread.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/01/20 at 2:55 pm


Please seek medical advice, take good care, and get well soon.

Do you have that persistent dry cough too?

Um, I had a bit of dry coughing yesterday. Today, I haven't been coughing.

Thanks for you well wishes! :)



I am so sorry to hear this. Please get better soon. One question-can you smell or taste? They are saying that seems to be a common symptom of COVID-19.


Cat

All of the food I've ate in the past few days have tasted how they normally do. I haven't really smelled anything but I don't think that I've lost my sense of smell.

Thanks for the well wishes! :)


So sorry to hear this. I send positive vibes. But if I may ask, if it is coronavirus, do you think you can trace where you picked it up from? This may be helpful information for people in stopping the spread.

I haven't been anywhere much in the past few weeks. However, I have been to the supermarket and laundry on 2 separate occasions in the past 2 weeks.

Thanks for the well wishes! :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/20 at 2:59 pm


Um, I had a bit of dry coughing yesterday. Today, I haven't been coughing.

Thanks for you well wishes! :)
All of the food I've ate in the past few days have tasted how they normally do. I haven't really smelled anything but I don't think that I've lost my sense of smell.

Thanks for the well wishes! :)
I haven't been anywhere much in the past few weeks. However, I have been to the supermarket and laundry on 2 separate occasions in the past 2 weeks.

Thanks for the well wishes! :)
Here in the UK, it is advised to self-isolate for 7 days, and if the symptoms persist then contact you doctor of the health line, I do not know the procedure in the US.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/01/20 at 3:07 pm


Just to update you guys. I haven't been feeling well for the past 2 days.

I don't know for sure if I have COVID-19 but I do have some of the symptoms (body aches, headache, mild fever).

Regardless, of whether I have coronavirus or not. I'll continue to fight through this and stay positive! :).


Oh, no!  :-\\ I hope you get well soon, and take medical advice from your doctor, too. We're rooting for you.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 04/01/20 at 3:08 pm



I haven't been anywhere much in the past few weeks. However, I have been to the supermarket and laundry on 2 separate occasions in the past 2 weeks.


The president and others said the next two weeks are going to be the worst. I don't understand why this virus is still spreading like wildfire when even two weeks ago (or however long it takes this thing to incubate) people were being really careful.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/01/20 at 3:11 pm


Here in the UK, it is advised to self-isolate for 7 days, and if the symptoms persist then contact you doctor of the health line, I do not know the procedure in the US.

We're told to self isolate for 14 days here in the US.


Oh, no!  :-\\ I hope you get well soon, and take medical advice from your doctor, too. We're rooting for you.

Thank you very much! :)


The president and others said the next two weeks are going to be the worst. I don't understand why this virus is still spreading like wildfire when even two weeks ago (or however long it takes this thing to incubate) people were being really careful.

Yeah, this virus is insane. We're in unprecedented times.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/01/20 at 3:18 pm


The president and others said the next two weeks are going to be the worst. I don't understand why this virus is still spreading like wildfire when even two weeks ago (or however long it takes this thing to incubate) people were being really careful.



People weren't-and still aren't being careful. That is the problem. There are some places that have been but others-like Florida, they are not taking this seriously.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 04/01/20 at 3:55 pm


Just to update you guys. I haven't been feeling well for the past 2 days.

I don't know for sure if I have COVID-19 but I do have some of the symptoms (body aches, headache, mild fever).

Regardless, of whether I have coronavirus or not. I'll continue to fight through this and stay positive! :).

Let's hope the coronavirus test results aren't. ;)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/01/20 at 4:37 pm


Let's hope the coronavirus test results aren't. ;)

Yep! O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/01/20 at 6:41 pm



People weren't-and still aren't being careful. That is the problem. There are some places that have been but others-like Florida, they are not taking this seriously.


Cat


Yes and on the way home from work today I saw more cars headed north than I’ve seen total in the last week for the same road and time slot. People are congregating more at work again too despite management efforts to distance us.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 04/01/20 at 7:47 pm

Nobody is listening to Rob Ford either.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/01/20 at 7:56 pm


Nobody is listening to Rob Ford either.


You mean Doug Ford? Rob Ford is his late brother.

He made a lot of cuts to healthcare before this blew up, I should know, I have first hand experience. He also got rid of the 10 sick days (2 paid) we had back in 2019 and replaced it with 2 unpaid with a doctor's note requirement. I'm sure that helped matters. Even back then doctors were furious because flu season was coming up, and now this thing comes up.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 12:56 am



People weren't-and still aren't being careful. That is the problem. There are some places that have been but others-like Florida, they are not taking this seriously.


Cat
Simply putting it, to the people of the world!

"Stay at home"

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Summary in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 1:01 am

AS we are just waking up, here are a few recent developments:

The UK has seen its biggest daily rise in coronavirus deaths, 563, in what Prime Minister Boris Johnson called a "sad, sad day". The death toll has now reached 2,352
Among them is a doctor who came out of retirement to help with the outbreak. The 68-year-old Dr Alfa Sa'adu was volunteering at a hospital in Hertfordshire
The government says it has tested thousands of NHS workers for the virus, but a shortage of chemicals means that not all frontline workers can be screened. It says it is working to boost testing capacity
Up to 3,000 armed forces reservists are being called up. Those with specialist skills are expected to provide medical and logistical support to the NHS, and others

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): British Airways expected to suspend 36,000 staff

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 1:07 am

British Airways is expected to announce it will suspend around 36,000 staff. The airline, which grounded much of its fleet due to the coronavirus crisis, has been negotiating with the Unite union for more than a week. The two sides have reached a broad deal but are yet to sign on some details. The agreement means that up to 80% of BA cabin crew, ground staff, engineers and those working at head office will have their jobs suspended but no staff are expected to be made redundant. The decision will affect all staff at Gatwick and London City Airport after the airline suspended its operations at both locations until the crisis is over. Those affected are expected to receive some of their wages through the government's coronavirus job retention scheme, which covers 80% of someone's salary capped at a maximum of £2,500 a month.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tenerife fined barman for using a secret door

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 1:13 am

A bar owner in the Spanish holiday island of Tenerife has been fined for using a secret door next to a supermarket to serve drinks. The country is currently under lockdown and people are only allowed to go out to buy food or essential items. But though the bar in the Icod de los Vinos municipality appeared to be shut, police found the bar owner, the supermarket owner and another man enjoying their drinks. Police did not say how much the barman was fined.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): While shopping...

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 1:51 am

Just been out shopping and what was being played on the PA, the original "Sweet Caroline" by Neil Diamond, it made me smile fro recalling the coronavirus version "washing hands, don't reach for me"...  :)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Testing will 'unlock puzzle', PM says

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 2:49 am

Testing is the solution to "unlock the puzzle" of coronavirus, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said. Mr Johnson was speaking after it was revealed only 2,000 out of some half a million frontline NHS workers in England had been tested. The PM said the government needed to "massively ramp up" testing so that NHS staff who are self-isolating unnecessarily could return to work. It came as the UK had its biggest daily increase in deaths - 563. As of 17:00 on Tuesday, the overall number of deaths from the virus in the UK was 2,352.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Have I Got News For You new series

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 3:00 am

Have I Got News For You will return for new series during coronavirus lockdown 'like a more elaborate video-conference'. Producers will build a virtual set around Ian Hislop, Paul Merton and satirical show's guests beamed in from their living rooms. Ian Hislop and Paul Merton will be in their seats and the satire promises to be as sharp as ever. But Have I Got News For You returns to BBC1 on Friday with an episode quite unlike any other in the show’s 30-year history.

https://inews.co.uk/culture/have-i-got-news-for-you-new-series-bbc-one-coronavirus-lockdown-video-conference-2525476

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Sport in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 4:03 am

Sport, like all industries, continues to deal with a range of issues as it reacts to the coronavirus pandemic. Here are the latest updates:

The Women's European Championship - set to be held in England in 2021 - will be moved to the summer of 2022
McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Carlos Sainz are to take a pay cut as the team put some staff on furlough
England cricketer Chris Woakes says the squad have not been asked to take a pay cut, although does not rule it out
10,000 NHS staff will be given free tickets for the first day of the 2021 Grand National festival


Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Britons urged to join another Clap for Carers

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 4:31 am

People across the UK are being urged to join in another national applause for health workers this evening. Last week people around the country stood at their doorways and on their apartment balconies in a moving tribute to the NHS and care workers treating those affected by coronavirus. And the woman behind Clap for our Carers, Annemarie Plas, who lives in south London, has called on the UK to do it again at 20:00 BST tonight - and every Thursday until the end of the pandemic.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Government Advice

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 4:36 am

Simply putting it, to the people of the world!

"Stay at home"

Has now been changed to:

"Stay home"

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tokyo sees biggest jump in cases in a single day

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 4:48 am

Reports in Japan citing Kyodo News say Tokyo has seen more than 90 new cases of infections, making it the biggest jump in cases in the city in a single day. There are more than 2000 confirmed coronavirus cases in the country, and about a quarter of them are in Tokyo.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'Collecting drugs is not essential travel'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 4:50 am

Essex Police said a car took a "last minute turn to avoid" officers when they were carrying out a stop-check on drivers in Southend-on-Sea in England. Officers found the driver hiding in a car park. An arrest was made for possession of drugs and drug driving.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Spain's death toll rises sharply

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 5:23 am

Spain's death toll from the coronavirus has risen by 950 in a single day, the country's health ministry says. It brings the total there to 10,003, the second highest in the world behind Italy.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/2/fe7c401d-ca76-4315-bbf3-4f97b0f2a2c2.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Comedian dies from coronavirus aged 78

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 6:24 am

Eddie Large, one half of the famous comedy duo Little and Large, has died from coronavirus aged 78 after contracting the infection in hospital, his family said today. The Glasgow-born comedian, real name Edward Hugh McGinnis, was known for his partnership with Syd Little which spanned five decades after being formed in 1971. His son Ryan McGinnis wrote on Facebook today: 'It is with great sadness that mum and I need to announce that my dad, Edward Mcginnis, passed away in the early hours of this morning.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8180049/Comedian-Eddie-Large-78-dies-coronavirus.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/02/20 at 8:12 am


Just to update you guys. I haven't been feeling well for the past 2 days.

I don't know for sure if I have COVID-19 but I do have some of the symptoms (body aches, headache, mild fever).

Regardless, of whether I have coronavirus or not. I'll continue to fight through this and stay positive! :).


Feel better BP! :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/02/20 at 8:15 am


The president and others said the next two weeks are going to be the worst. I don't understand why this virus is still spreading like wildfire when even two weeks ago (or however long it takes this thing to incubate) people were being really careful.


This is getting ridiculous already, it's like almost every hour, minute, or day someone passes away from this disease.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/02/20 at 8:17 am


Simply putting it, to the people of the world!

"Stay at home"


Don't leave the house unless it's necessary!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll rises to 2,921

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 8:17 am

A total of 2,921 people have now died from coronavirus in the UK, according to the Department of Health and Social Care. In a tweet, the government department said the figure was accurate as of 17:00 BST on 1 April and covered those who had been hospitalised and tested positive for the virus. It was also confirmed that 163,194 people had been tested as of 09:00 on 2 April, with 33,718 testing positive.  :\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid-19: Boots staff feel 'unsafe' as shoppers still browse makeup

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 10:16 am

The health and beauty retailer and pharmacy, Boots staff have told the BBC they feel "unsafe" at work as customers continue to browse for hair dye and fake tan despite the coronavirus pandemic. Staff said they were frustrated some branches had reopened beauty aisles and lifted limits on the number of shoppers allowed inside at once. Some stores were still waiting for visors, face masks and gloves for pharmacy workers, others said. Boots said it was doing whatever it could to protect its staff.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52129008

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/02/20 at 10:24 am


Feel better BP! :)

Thank you!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/02/20 at 10:55 am

As a school we are donating all of our safety glasses and goggles to the local hospital. We had donated a small number last week, but have been asked for as many as possible. I supposed previously only selected staff wore them.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 10:57 am


As a school we are donating all of our safety glasses and goggles to the local hospital. We had donated a small number last week, but have been asked for as many as possible. I supposed previously only selected staff wore them.
Well done to your school, I hope other schools are doing this too?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/02/20 at 12:00 pm


Simply putting it, to the people of the world!

"Stay at home"


The best three words anyone that isn't homeless can do.  8)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 12:12 pm


The best three words anyone that isn't homeless can do.  8)
All rough sleepers in England 'to be housed'

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52063939

Subject: Covid-19: Matt Hancock sets aim of 100,000 tests a day by end of April

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 12:48 pm

The UK is aiming to carry out 100,000 coronavirus tests a day by the end of April, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said, as he announced a "five-pillar strategy" for testing. It comes as the government was criticised for not increasing the number of tests more quickly. Currently, there are around 10,000 tests being carried out a day. The 100,000 target includes both swab tests, which are already in use, and blood tests that are not yet launched. The number of people with the virus who have died in the UK has risen by 569, taking the total to 2,921 as of 17:00 BST on Wednesday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52140376

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/02/20 at 1:19 pm

At least some (slightly) good news. I'm still sick but I feel much better than I did yesterday.

Also, I don't think I have coronavirus. I most likely have the flu or a mild fever (non-coronavirus related).

It still sucks to be sick and especially in these times :-\\.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 1:23 pm


At least some (slightly) good news. I'm still sick but I feel much better than I did yesterday.

Also, I don't think I have coronavirus. I most likely have the flu or a mild fever (non-coronavirus related).

It still sucks to be sick and especially in these times :-\\.
That is good to hear, still keep self isolation, if you can, drink plenty of liquid, especially Vitamin C, and do take medicine for you.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 1:27 pm


At least some (slightly) good news. I'm still sick but I feel much better than I did yesterday.

Also, I don't think I have coronavirus. I most likely have the flu or a mild fever (non-coronavirus related).

It still sucks to be sick and especially in these times :-\\.

That is good to hear, still keep self isolation, if you can, drink plenty of liquid, especially Vitamin C, and do take medicine for you.
I have to wait a couple of hours before I can karma you again.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 04/02/20 at 1:41 pm


At least some (slightly) good news. I'm still sick but I feel much better than I did yesterday.

Also, I don't think I have coronavirus. I most likely have the flu or a mild fever (non-coronavirus related).

It still sucks to be sick and especially in these times :-\\.
Good to hear that you're feeling better. In times likes this every ordinary cold can be a scary experience. I've been there and done that.  :-[

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/02/20 at 2:15 pm


All rough sleepers in England 'to be housed'

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52063939


Homeless people should also be protected  as well. So that's great news coming from there.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/02/20 at 2:16 pm

Another grim milestone for the world (Worldometer):

https://i.ibb.co/drp4JS9/Screenshot-20200402-150925-Chrome.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 2:17 pm


Homeless people should also be protected  as well. So that's great news coming from there.
O0

Also, hotels are offering rooms for NHS to sleep over between shifts.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 2:18 pm


Another grim milestone for the world (Worldometer):

https://i.ibb.co/drp4JS9/Screenshot-20200402-150925-Chrome.jpg
Oh dear.

I have done the applause for NHS staff and carers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/02/20 at 2:23 pm


That is good to hear, still keep self isolation, if you can, drink plenty of liquid, especially Vitamin C, and do take medicine for you.



I have to wait a couple of hours before I can karma you again.



Good to hear that you're feeling better. In times likes this every ordinary cold can be a scary experience. I've been there and done that.  :-[

Yeah, it's a really scary time we're living in right now.

Thank you both for the well wishes! :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/02/20 at 2:38 pm


At least some (slightly) good news. I'm still sick but I feel much better than I did yesterday.

Also, I don't think I have coronavirus. I most likely have the flu or a mild fever (non-coronavirus related).

It still sucks to be sick and especially in these times :-\\.


Feel better and take care of yourself.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/02/20 at 2:39 pm


Another grim milestone for the world (Worldometer):

https://i.ibb.co/drp4JS9/Screenshot-20200402-150925-Chrome.jpg


That's quite outstanding!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 2:41 pm


Yeah, it's a really scary time we're living in right now.

Thank you both for the well wishes! :)
A few weeks ago I woke up sweating, a strange wet cough, and feeling flushed. I was worried at first, and after rest, drinking liquid, and taking Lem-Sip an All in One Cold & Flu capsules which contains paracetamol, I started self-isolation and social distancing, I was feeling better after a week, but I still on my own even have to do my own shopping and I am just staying at home and being precarious. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/02/20 at 2:52 pm


At least some (slightly) good news. I'm still sick but I feel much better than I did yesterday.

Also, I don't think I have coronavirus. I most likely have the flu or a mild fever (non-coronavirus related).

It still sucks to be sick and especially in these times :-\\.


Great news to hear. Hope you're feeling better.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/02/20 at 2:55 pm


Feel better and take care of yourself.

Thanks!


A few weeks ago I woke up sweating, a strange wet cough, and feeling flushed. I was worried at first, and after rest, drinking liquid, and taking Lem-Sip an All in One Cold & Flu capsules which contains paracetamol, I started self-isolation and social distancing, I was feeling better after a week, but I still on my own even have to do my own shopping and I am just staying at home and being precarious. 

I hope you're feeling well! O0


Great news to hear. Hope you're feeling better.

Thanks!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/20 at 2:58 pm


I hope you're feeling well! O0
Thank you, yes much better, bearing in mind I have to content with age too, and now it's hay fever that has taken over..

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/02/20 at 3:43 pm


Well done to your school, I hope other schools are doing this too?


I know lots of other schools have done this. Plus gloves and disposable aprons. Our school closed before it was realised what an issue this was going to become.

We had already donated some to people we personally knew working in the nhs. This latest collection has been arranged through one of these contacts and will be going to one of the hospitals.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 04/02/20 at 4:08 pm


At least some (slightly) good news. I'm still sick but I feel much better than I did yesterday.

Also, I don't think I have coronavirus. I most likely have the flu or a mild fever (non-coronavirus related).

It still sucks to be sick and especially in these times :-\\.

I’m glad you’re feeling better. Yeah I get really bad allergies and my mom has sinus issues too.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dundee on 04/02/20 at 5:24 pm


Another grim milestone for the world (Worldometer):

https://i.ibb.co/drp4JS9/Screenshot-20200402-150925-Chrome.jpg
Sad part is that in reality it's probably already much higher than that since testing still isn't widespread enough and certainly not in every country.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/02/20 at 7:00 pm


I’m glad you’re feeling better. Yeah I get really bad allergies and my mom has sinus issues too.  :\'(

Thank you for the well wishes! :)

I hope that you and your mother stay safe and healthy especially during these crazy times! O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: xX07-GhostXx on 04/02/20 at 7:03 pm


Thank you, yes much better, bearing in mind I have to content with age too, and now it's hay fever that has taken over..


I hope you recover.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Men and women allowed out on different days

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 2:35 am

Peru is to stop people from leaving their homes according to their gender, in a bid to slow the spread of the coronavirus. Men will be allowed to go out on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays but only to buy essential items, President Martín Vizcarra announced in a national address. Women will be free to leave their homes on the other days of the week, with the exception of Sundays, when no one will be allowed out. The measures will be in place until at least 12 April. Panama announced similar gender-based restrictions last week. Peru was one of the first countries in South America to introduce lockdown measures. It has reported more than 1,400 cases of Covid-19 so far, according to figures compiled by Johns Hopkins University in the US.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Summary in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 2:52 am

Here are the latest UK headlines:


The government is under growing pressure to explain how it will meet its target of increasing coronavirus testing ten-fold by the end of April. Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said he wants 100,000 tests to be carried out every day
But the Labour party said there were no details on how this could be achieved or what sort of testing would be involved
Meanwhile, a new hospital that will treat intensive care Covid-19 patients is set to open in east London later today. The temporary facility - known as the NHS Nightingale Hospital - has a capacity for up to 4,000 patients
It comes as the government said it would write off £13.4bn ($16.6bn) of historic NHS debt, so that hospital trusts are in a "stronger position" to deal with the outbreak
Heathrow Airport has said it will close one of its runways next week as air traffic continues to fall globally
The number of people with the virus who have died in the UK rose by 569, according to figures released on Thursday. It brings the total to 2,921
And 163,194 people have so far been tested for the virus, of which 33,718 were confirmed positive




Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/03/20 at 2:58 am

There are plans to make several more temporary hospitals across the UK using large exhibition centres such as Birmingham NEC and the Harrogate convention centre.

Dai lives in a relatively rural area and the plans there are to convert some leisure centre and school sports hall into hospitals. These could be used for people needing long term care to free up beds in the hospital food those needing intensive care.

Subject: Coronavirus: 'Like glass in my throat': Health secretary describes virus

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 3:17 am

England's Health Secretary, Matt Hancock, has described coronavirus as a "pretty unpleasant experience" after recovering from the illness. He was unable to sleep for a couple of nights and it felt "like having glass in my throat", leaving him unable to eat or drink. "It’s really worrying because we can all see just how serious this illness is," he said, adding that he had lost half a stone (3kg).

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Does North Korea really have no virus cases?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 3:29 am

North Korea says not a single person in the country has been infected with the virus despite the fact it has now spread to almost every single country in the world. A US top military commander called this an "impossible claim", and an expert told the BBC it was unlikely that North Korea - which borders both South Korea and China, two major virus hotspots - had no cases itself. But why might North Korea be trying to hide this - and are people in the country even aware there's an outbreak happening in the world?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Prince Charles officially opens Nightingale hospital

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 6:40 am

Prince Charles has officially opened London's new NHS Nightingale Hospital via video link. He joined live from his home in Scotland, where he self-isolated after being diagnosed with coronavirus. He says he was "enormously touched" to be asked to open the hospital, calling it a "spectacular" feat of work in every sense and was above all "the result of extraordinary collaboration". He said he was "one of the lucky ones to have Covid-19 mildly" but for some "it will be a much harder journey". He added that the new hospital offered an "intensely practical message of hope" during the outbreak.

Subject: Coronavirus: Google reveals travel habits during the pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 7:03 am

Google is to publicly track people's movements over the course of the coronavirus pandemic. The tech firm will publish details of the different types of places people are going to on a county-by-county basis in the UK, as well as similar data for 130 other countries. The plan is to issue a regular updates with the figures referring back to activity from two or three days prior. The company has promised that individuals' privacy will be preserved. The readings are based on location data gathered via the Google Maps app or one of the firm's other mobile services.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52138076

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Prince Charles officially opens Nightingale hospital

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 7:34 am


Prince Charles has officially opened London's new NHS Nightingale Hospital via video link. He joined live from his home in Scotland, where he self-isolated after being diagnosed with coronavirus. He says he was "enormously touched" to be asked to open the hospital, calling it a "spectacular" feat of work in every sense and was above all "the result of extraordinary collaboration". He said he was "one of the lucky ones to have Covid-19 mildly" but for some "it will be a much harder journey". He added that the new hospital offered an "intensely practical message of hope" during the outbreak.
https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/3/0e3fbfd2-2f36-445d-8c6b-113850f9fcdb.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/03/20 at 7:42 am

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Anyone wearing a face mask?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Who needs masks or other protective gear?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 7:58 am


https://d2d5f3568fvb9s.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/31165619/michael-amadeus-oidJ1WGkIeY-unsplash-960x500.jpg

Anyone wearing a face mask?
Masks, gloves and other protective gear can help stop the spread of coronavirus - but only if they are used in the right circumstances.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-51205344


Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris Johnson to remain in self-isolation

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 8:12 am

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson says he will remain in self-isolation as he is still showing symptoms of coronavirus. In a video on social media, he said: “Although I’m feeling better and I’ve done my seven days of isolation, alas, I still have one of the symptoms, a minor symptom, I still have a temperature. “And so in accordance with government advice, I must continue my self-isolation until that symptom itself goes."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll rises by 684 in a day

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 8:33 am

A further 684 people have died with coronavirus in the UK over a day, latest Department of Health figures show. The total death toll now stands at 3,605, as of 17:00 BST on 3 April.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Queen to make rare TV address to the nation

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 8:37 am

The Queen will address the nation in a televised broadcast on Sunday, Buckingham Palace has announced. The broadcast will be aired at 20:00 BST (19:00 GMT). The Queen has suspended her royal duties and is currently at Windsor Castle in Berkshire with the Duke of Edinburgh. Last month she issued a message on the outbreak, saying the UK is “entering a period of great concern and uncertainty”. Sunday's address will be only the fourth of her 68-year reign beyond her traditional message on Christmas Day. The other three previous speeches to be aired came after the Queen Mother's death in 2002, ahead of Diana, Princess of Wales's funeral in 1997 and about the First Gulf War in 1991.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 04/03/20 at 8:55 am

Wearing a face mask is mandatory now..

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 8:57 am


Wearing a face mask is mandatory now..
Some makes of face masks can still let the nasty bugs through.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Does North Korea really have no virus cases?

Written By: Sman12 on 04/03/20 at 9:28 am


North Korea says not a single person in the country has been infected with the virus despite the fact it has now spread to almost every single country in the world. A US top military commander called this an "impossible claim", and an expert told the BBC it was unlikely that North Korea - which borders both South Korea and China, two major virus hotspots - had no cases itself. But why might North Korea be trying to hide this - and are people in the country even aware there's an outbreak happening in the world?


I've heard that around 200 North Korean soldiers died from the virus, so it's more likely that Kim's regime is purposefully lying about their numbers, just like China: https://www.businessinsider.com/almost-200-north-korean-soldiers-died-coronavirus-2020-3

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Does North Korea really have no virus cases?

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/03/20 at 9:56 am


I've heard that around 200 North Korean soldiers died from the virus, so it's more likely that Kim's regime is purposefully lying about their numbers, just like China: https://www.businessinsider.com/almost-200-north-korean-soldiers-died-coronavirus-2020-3


I’d bet they are lying. To not appear vulnerable. With the tensions between us and them. Not starting a political debate, just saying that’s probably why.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): English football will not return on 30 April

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 10:18 am

English football will not return until "it is safe and appropriate to do so", the Premier League has said as it accepts it will not restart on 30 April. That was the date the suspension of the Premier League and English Football League was due to end. Top-flight clubs have been heavily criticised as some furlough off-field staff - meaning public funds pay 80% of their wages - while footballers remain on their full huge salaries. Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak says Premier League clubs, like other businesses, should "act responsibly". The top-flight clubs have agreed to consult their players about a 30% pay cut. They have donated £20m to "support the NHS, communities, families and vulnerable groups" and given "advance funds" of £125m to the lower leagues. Their 20 captains have been in talks for several days and it is expected they will set up a collective charitable fund - with the NHS a likely beneficiary.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/03/20 at 11:22 am


Wearing a face mask is mandatory now..


That's only useful if there is a plentiful supply and people use them correctly. It risks people assuming they are safe "because I'm wearing a mask" and stopping the other safety behaviours such as hand washing and distancing

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 04/03/20 at 11:25 am


Wearing a face mask is mandatory now..


And exactly where are we supposed to GET these face masks? There are none anywhere in stores or online and will not be for a long long time.  They better address that before they make it "mandatory".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Staying at home is not a request

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 11:30 am

Matt Hancock ends his remarks with a reminder about the actions people need to take - despite the hot weather predicted for this weekend. He says the country "absolutely cannot afford to relax social distancing measures", adding: "If we do people will die." He continues: "I end with the advice we all know. This advice is not a request, it is an instruction. "Stay at home, protect lives and then you will be doing your part."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 11:37 am


And exactly where are we supposed to GET these face masks? There are none anywhere in stores or online and will not be for a long long time.  They better address that before they make it "mandatory".
I am wondering can you  make your own? Or wearing a scarf over the face may help, and with a scarf it can be washed in the machine when yo  get home?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/03/20 at 11:49 am


I am wondering can you  make your own? Or wearing a scarf over the face may help, and with a scarf it can be washed in the machine when yo  get home?


It must be 100% cotton so you can wash it on a hot wash (60 degs C). I was thinking of making some but I don't know if you can buy elastic that will take a hot wash.  I guess I could try it with the elastic I have

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 11:52 am


It must be 100% cotton so you can wash it on a hot wash (60 degs C). I was thinking of making some but I don't know if you can buy elastic that will take a hot wash.  I guess I could try it with the elastic I have
I have heard on the radio some clothes maker are swapped to making face masks, but I cannot remember if it abroad or home.

Hancock said in the briefing that Burberry are making face masks now.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The message is clear!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 12:42 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/800/cpsprodpb/13416/production/_111607887_hi060918546.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/03/20 at 2:01 pm


Wearing a face mask is mandatory now..


Are you wearing yours Jess?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/03/20 at 2:02 pm


And exactly where are we supposed to GET these face masks? There are none anywhere in stores or online and will not be for a long long time.  They better address that before they make it "mandatory".


or just type in "face masks for sale".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/03/20 at 2:05 pm


I am wondering can you  make your own? Or wearing a scarf over the face may help, and with a scarf it can be washed in the machine when you get home?


If you have a neck scarf around the house, you can wrap it around your nose and mouth pretty easily.
Yes, you can wash the scarf in the washing machine.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 2:05 pm


or just type in "face masks for sale".
Be aware along with official stores and sellers, there are many scam websites online, you pay for the goods and nothing comes back in delivery and your money has gone.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/03/20 at 3:16 pm

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vP3VzMQQJrc


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 3:22 pm


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vP3VzMQQJrc


Cat
Excellent! As long as he washed his hands before demonstrating.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 04/03/20 at 3:28 pm


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vP3VzMQQJrc


Cat


Thanks! That's very helpful. And looks easy! I'll have to use rubber bands for the hair ties, but it should work. I was going to cut up a tee shirt and tie strings to it. Desperate times call for desperate measures. :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 04/03/20 at 4:04 pm


or just type in "face masks for sale".


Good luck with that. And watch out for the scams and gougers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 04/03/20 at 4:25 pm

My friend's dad who got the coronavirus died earlier today.

I'm sorry but I think I'm going to need a break for a while. Everything just keeps on getting worse. I don't think I've ever felt this hopeless before. This is easily the absolute worst year of my life.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/03/20 at 4:33 pm


My friend's dad who got the coronavirus died earlier today.

I'm sorry but I think I'm going to need a break for a while. Everything just keeps on getting worse. I don't think I've ever felt this hopeless before. This is easily the absolute worst year of my life.


Jesus! I'm terribly sorry for your loss. Take as much time as you need.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/03/20 at 4:38 pm


Wearing a face mask is mandatory now..


Looks like the White House is recommending that we need to wear protective face coverings when we're out in public and not medical masks (even though they're scarce for people anyway):
https://www.statnews.com/2020/04/02/coronavirus-cloth-masks-recommendation/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/03/20 at 4:40 pm


My friend's dad who got the coronavirus died earlier today.

I'm sorry but I think I'm going to need a break for a while. Everything just keeps on getting worse. I don't think I've ever felt this hopeless before. This is easily the absolute worst year of my life.


Sorry about your friends dad.

I know you said you might take a break but sometimes having a place to escape to can be helpful. If you are feeling low being on your own may not be the best thing. Whether here or at home don’t bottle things up.

Not saying what I want to say very well. Just look after yourself

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 04/03/20 at 4:42 pm


Wearing a face mask is mandatory now..

Yes, when you go out in public, which I'm not gonna be doing anytime in the near future...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/03/20 at 5:29 pm


My friend's dad who got the coronavirus died earlier today.

I'm sorry but I think I'm going to need a break for a while. Everything just keeps on getting worse. I don't think I've ever felt this hopeless before. This is easily the absolute worst year of my life.


I am so sorry.

(((((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))))))))


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 5:30 pm


My friend's dad who got the coronavirus died earlier today.

I'm sorry but I think I'm going to need a break for a while. Everything just keeps on getting worse. I don't think I've ever felt this hopeless before. This is easily the absolute worst year of my life.
Sorry to hear this, and please be safe and take good care in all you do.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/20 at 5:56 pm


Wearing a face mask is mandatory now..
From what I hear Trump is not wearing one?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/03/20 at 6:28 pm


From what I hear Trump is not wearing one?

Yeah, because he chooses not to. So that's a very mixed message there.  >:(


EDIT: The advisory is actually voluntary, so people are free to choose whether they want to wear masks or not. My bad.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 04/03/20 at 6:55 pm


Are you wearing yours Jess?


I've been wearing a scarf over my face. And I'm guessing it does the same thing a regular face mask does. Earlier today, I checked some stores to see if they carried the face masks but they were all sold out.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/03/20 at 7:58 pm

I have somewhat of a stockpile of surgical face masks. We need them for setting up my sister's dialysis machine. I haven't gone outside in about 2 weeks though other than the early early morning (and don't plan to change that) so I won't be using them.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/03/20 at 8:07 pm


My friend's dad who got the coronavirus died earlier today.

I'm sorry but I think I'm going to need a break for a while. Everything just keeps on getting worse. I don't think I've ever felt this hopeless before. This is easily the absolute worst year of my life.


Wait... is it who I think it is? My condolences to him.  :-\\ :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 04/03/20 at 8:28 pm


Wait... is it who I think it is? My condolences to him.  :-\\ :\'(

Khal from Popedia. I attended late elementary and middle school with him.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/03/20 at 8:33 pm


I've been wearing a scarf over my face. And I'm guessing it does the same thing a regular face mask does. Earlier today, I checked some stores to see if they carried the face masks but they were all sold out.  ::)


Anything is better than nothing. Nothing is guaranteed but little bit helps. I’ve been hearing of people making masks from coffee filters. I was thinking if I had to I’d make something from some hepa filter vacuum bags I’ve had for a long time and I don’t use the vacuum anymore.

Subject: Oh how innocent things were......

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 04/03/20 at 9:52 pm

Check out this thread from early last year: "2019 so far has been dark."

Astonishing how much a one year difference can make :o.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/03/20 at 10:30 pm


It has now surpassed 40,000.

March 19 – 10,000+
March 25 – 20,000+
March 28 – 30,000+
March 31 – 40,000+


I almost forgot to update this.

March 19 – 10,000+
March 25 – 20,000+
March 28 – 30,000+
March 31 – 40,000+
April 2 – 50,000+

At this rate, I'll have to update this only every 100,000 deaths by the second half of April. I hope that isn't the case.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Oh how innocent things were......

Written By: Rainbowz on 04/03/20 at 10:45 pm


Check out this thread from early last year: "2019 so far has been dark."

Astonishing how much a one year difference can make :o.

As much as everyone complained about the 2010's while it was happening, I'm glad I appreciated the decade before it ended. Honestly, most of the complaints on that thread are about pop culture. It seems very insignificant now from a 2020 perspective.

I don't think people realize how significant this coronavirus pandemic is. It isn't just a "virus", it's literally affecting people's jobs, events, and even people's mental health. My friend with depression feels a lot worse now that he has to be quarantined with an abusive mother and it makes me scared as hell. I'm scared that my friend who lost his father might slip into depression one way. I really can't see this getting any better. It's like we all teleported to hell without even realizing it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/03/20 at 10:45 pm


I almost forgot to update this.

March 19 – 10,000+
March 25 – 20,000+
March 28 – 30,000+
March 31 – 40,000+
April 2 – 50,000+

At this rate, I'll have to update this only every 100,000 deaths by the second half of April. I hope that isn't the case.  :-\\


At that rate it doubles every 6 days and you'll be posting 100k on April 8.  I hope I'm wrong.

Subject: Re: Oh how innocent things were......

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/03/20 at 10:56 pm


As much as everyone complained about the 2010's while it was happening, I'm glad I appreciated the decade before it ended. Honestly, most of the complaints on that thread are about pop culture. It seems very insignificant now from a 2020 perspective.

I don't think people realize how significant this coronavirus pandemic is. It isn't just a "virus", it's literally affecting people's jobs, events, and even people's mental health. My friend with depression feels a lot worse now that he has to be quarantined with an abusive mother and it makes me scared as hell. I'm scared that my friend who lost his father might slip into depression one way. I really can't see this getting any better. It's like we all teleported to hell without even realizing it.


It does, everything else seems insignificant right now.  I'm pretty fortunate that at least for now I still have a job, and I live alone in the sticks so the quarantine hasn't really changed my life that much.  And my daughter is grown up and on her own, and also still has a job.

I'm mainly concerned that this putting the brakes on everyday life and the economy is going to start the next Great Depression.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/03/20 at 10:57 pm

One piece of good news is that British Columbia, on Canada's West Coast has managed to #FlattenTheCurve. They were the initial epicentre of the outbreak in Canada but it seems they got things under control. They tested about 5,000 people a day. That's 1/2 the rate South Korea tested but with 1/10th the population.  8)

https://en.wikipedia.org/api/rest_v1/page/graph/png/2020_coronavirus_pandemic_in_British_Columbia/0/53e4b7996767d7ab31036c272a4745782fcaaaf2.png

Meanwhile here in Ontario things only continue to get worse and worse. We are testing about 8,000 people a day but it's not enough. A lot of people coming from Florida and other parts of the world seem to be breaking quarantine despite being told to isolate for 14 days. It's got so bad I even got an emergency alert on my phone instructing everyone to self-isolate if they just came back from abroad.  :-\\

I notice Germany has very encouraging numbers too. They've been testing a very impressive amount and are starting to get things under control.

The test, contact-trace, limit large gatherings model seems to be the most effective method in containing this. I think we can get the world out of lockdown if every country can increase its testing capacity. I'm kind of interested in the innovative ways that can be accomplished, maybe we'll even eventually get self-administered home tests before we even get a vaccine? :o

Subject: Re: Oh how innocent things were......

Written By: 2001 on 04/03/20 at 11:06 pm


As much as everyone complained about the 2010's while it was happening, I'm glad I appreciated the decade before it ended. Honestly, most of the complaints on that thread are about pop culture. It seems very insignificant now from a 2020 perspective.

I don't think people realize how significant this coronavirus pandemic is. It isn't just a "virus", it's literally affecting people's jobs, events, and even people's mental health. My friend with depression feels a lot worse now that he has to be quarantined with an abusive mother and it makes me scared as hell. I'm scared that my friend who lost his father might slip into depression one way. I really can't see this getting any better. It's like we all teleported to hell without even realizing it.


I heard cases of spousal abuse, child abuse, elder's abuse, pet abuse etc. is rising with everyone being forced to stay at home all day. I hope Danny can stay strong during these rough times.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 04/03/20 at 11:11 pm

This is from TIME

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/04/20 at 1:01 am

The Shincheonji Church in South Korea had the honour of being first among God's chosen people. Then He moved onto the wonderful people and Ayatollahs in the holy city of Qom in Iran. Next, He decided the congregation of the River Church in Florida were worthy of being saved by His grace.

Now you can add the chosen people of Bnei Brak in Israel to the list of those who have received His blessings. The Rabbis of the Haredi ultra-Orthodox Jewish sect defied official warnings and instructed their community to come to synagogue and pray. One week later, 40% of the community catches COVID-19. :o

https://www.thestar.com/news/world/middleeast/2020/04/03/after-ignoring-warnings-israeli-ultra-orthodox-hit-by-virus.html


"Early this week, the streets of the central Israeli city of Bnei Brak were bustling with shoppers as ultra-Orthodox residents, obeying their religious leaders, ignored pleas to stay home in the face of the coronavirus threat.

"By Friday, Bnei Brak had become the country’s worst hot spot and now resembles a ghost town. The military will soon be sending troops in to assist local authorities. One expert estimated that nearly 40% of the city’s population might already have been infected.

"The city has become a lightning rod for anger and frustration by some secular Israelis who allege insular Haredi communities — with disproportionately high numbers of confirmed cases — are undermining national efforts to contain the virus.

"Influential Rabbi Chaim Kanievsky of Bnei Brak said closing religious seminaries is more harmful than the virus. “The Torah protects and saves,” he said.

"In recent days, defiance has subsided as the scale of the outbreak became clear. Kanievsky, 92, now urges followers to stay at home.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 2:05 am


At that rate it doubles every 6 days and you'll be posting 100k on April 8.  I hope I'm wrong.
I hope so to.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 2:12 am


Check out this thread from early last year: "2019 so far has been dark."

Astonishing how much a one year difference can make :o.
For in December 2019 China were aware of the wet market" in Wuhan which sold both dead and live animals, with people becoming unwell and dying, and China almost waited for New Year's Day before telling the world, that delay is critical that made his pandemic so severe.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What’s the latest in the UK?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 2:48 am

Here are the latest headlines on the outbreak from the UK:


Another 684 people died, bringing the UK death toll to 3,605. The total number of cases is now 38,168
The government has told people to stay at home this weekend, as the weather is expected to turn warm
Following the deaths of two nurses with the virus, England's chief nursing officer asked the public: "Please stay at home for them."
Health Secretary Matt Hancock has called for volunteers to take part in three major clinical trials that include looking at how existing drugs could be used to treat the virus
The Labour Party is to announce its new leader - at 10:45 BST - but amid the outbreak, a planned ceremony has been scrapped. Instead, candidates Keir Starmer, Rebecca Long-Bailey and Lisa Nandy will learn the outcome over email. Each of them has been asked to pre-record victory speeches - only one of which will be released
The Queen is to address the nation in a broadcast on Sunday evening


Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Flights home for UK nationals stuck in Philippines

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 2:59 am

British people stuck in the Philippines will be flown home on four flights, the British Embassy in the country has said. On 7 April the Philippine Airline flights will leave from airports in Palawan, Cebu, Bohol and Siarago - areas that have been identified as having the highest concentrations of stranded UK tourists. They will connect in Manila, where two planes will fly back to London Heathrow. Each passenger will need to pay £1,000 ($1,227) for the flight package, regardless of where they're flying from. The most vulnerable passengers, including the elderly, people with serious health conditions, or people who are running out of medicine, will be given priority. Ambassador Daniel Pruce says "many hundreds" of UK nationals are stranded in the Philippines after a number of travel routes out of the country were closed. The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) initially advised stranded tourists to take available commercial flights home - but people have complained that this was impossible, because of cancelled flights, closed airspace in many countries, and the exorbitant cost of the tickets that were available.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Warm weather warning from UK officials

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 3:03 am

Here in the UK, police and health officials are concerned the rise in temperatures this weekend will bring people out to parks and beauty spots. England's chief nursing officer Ruth May has appealed to people to think of two nurses who died of the virus, Areema Nasreen and Aimee O'Rourke. "Please stay at home for them," Ruth May told a briefing on Friday. Temperatures could hit 20C in south-east England on Sunday, while in southern Scotland it could reach 16C.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 4:15 am


Here in the UK, police and health officials are concerned the rise in temperatures this weekend will bring people out to parks and beauty spots. England's chief nursing officer Ruth May has appealed to people to think of two nurses who died of the virus, Areema Nasreen and Aimee O'Rourke. "Please stay at home for them," Ruth May told a briefing on Friday. Temperatures could hit 20C in south-east England on Sunday, while in southern Scotland it could reach 16C.
https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/4/a6d3394e-c45e-42bf-ba4c-d72ef86e6c2b.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): South Korea extends coronavirus measures

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 4:24 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/4/b667e04f-4c74-4a7f-8211-00889362b019.jpg

South Korea is to extend its rules on social distancing for another two weeks as the virus continues to spread, albeit at a slower rate. Health minister Park Neung-hoo said the measures wouldn't be relaxed unless the country cut the number of daily new infections to 50 or below. On Saturday officials reported 94 new cases taking the total to 10,156 with 177 deaths. South Koreans are advised to keep a social distance of at least 2m (6ft) and avoid public gatherings until at least 19 April. However unlike lockdowns in many other countries, most shops and restaurants in South Korea are still open. The country has been widely praised for its efforts to contain the outbreak through testing and contact tracing, but Mr Park said it was "too early to be at ease".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 4:24 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/4/b667e04f-4c74-4a7f-8211-00889362b019.jpg

Now why can't London be like that?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Virtual Grand National

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 5:38 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/4/14babe0c-f3f2-4435-ba26-01a5fb3378e5.jpg

The Grand National is one of the biggest races in the world but Saturday's actual event has been called off. In its place, though, will be a televised Virtual Grand National. Forty runners that would have been most likely to line up will take part, using CGI technology and special algorithms. Tiger Roll had been due to seek an unprecedented third win in the big race at Aintree before it was cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic. Bookmakers have odds, and profits will go to NHS Charities Together. The race is being broadcast in the UK from 17:00 (16:00 GMT) on ITV1.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'Paralympics birthplace' turned into care centre

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 7:46 am

A disability sports complex known as the birthplace of the Paralympic Games is to become a care centre during the coronavirus pandemic. Parts of Stoke Mandeville stadium in the UK will be used to look after up to 240 vulnerable adults. They will include hospital patients no longer needing acute care and people who can no longer be cared for at home. Buckinghamshire council said the centre would free up hospital beds for critically ill patients.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 8:24 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/4/14babe0c-f3f2-4435-ba26-01a5fb3378e5.jpg

The Grand National is one of the biggest races in the world but Saturday's actual event has been called off. In its place, though, will be a televised Virtual Grand National. Forty runners that would have been most likely to line up will take part, using CGI technology and special algorithms. Tiger Roll had been due to seek an unprecedented third win in the big race at Aintree before it was cancelled because of the coronavirus pandemic. Bookmakers have odds, and profits will go to NHS Charities Together. The race is being broadcast in the UK from 17:00 (16:00 GMT) on ITV1.
My horse will be Definitly Red, riden by Brian Hughes, with the odds of 14-1. Many years ago I did have a system on betting on horses (no longer practice it now) but it involve the lead up to the race the final 30 minutes before the start, I am not looking to that today, I just chose a horse.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/04/20 at 9:36 am


For in December 2019 China were aware of the wet market" in Wuhan which sold both dead and live animals, with people becoming unwell and dying, and China almost waited for New Year's Day before telling the world, that delay is critical that made his pandemic so severe.


This is now another reason why I don't trust China. Thanks, Philip.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths rise above 700 in 24 hours

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 9:37 am

The latest UK coronavirus figures have been released by the government. Officials says that as of 17:00 BST on Friday, 3 April, of those hospitalised in the UK who tested positive for coronavirus, 4,313 have died - an increase of 708 from the previous day. As of 09:00 BST on Saturday a total of 183,190 people have been tested of whom 41,903 have tested positive.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 9:40 am


This is now another reason why I don't trust China. Thanks, Philip.
O0

I almost feel I should be writing a book on all this, but I reckon there are more qualified people have already started.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 04/04/20 at 10:04 am


For in December 2019 China were aware of the wet market" in Wuhan which sold both dead and live animals, with people becoming unwell and dying, and China almost waited for New Year's Day before telling the world, that delay is critical that made his pandemic so severe.


There’s plenty of blame to go around in how we as the human race botched this response.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 10:07 am


There’s plenty of blame to go around in how we as the human race botched this response.
Each country around the world seems to have it's own method to rid their respective country of this pandemic, but noe have found the correct solution, but social distance and the stay at home policy does help.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Five-year-old among latest UK victims

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 10:34 am

A five-year-old child with underlying health conditions is among those who died with coronavirus over the past day, Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove has said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52165443

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 10:43 am


My horse will be Definitly Red, ridden by Brian Hughes, with the odds of 14-1. Many years ago I did have a system on betting on horses (no longer practice it now) but it involve the lead up to the race the final 30 minutes before the start, I am not looking to that today, I just chose a horse.
Final decision, I am sticking with Definitly Red!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 04/04/20 at 10:43 am


Anything is better than nothing. Nothing is guaranteed but little bit helps. I’ve been hearing of people making masks from coffee filters. I was thinking if I had to I’d make something from some hepa filter vacuum bags I’ve had for a long time and I don’t use the vacuum anymore.


I only wear it when I go to the market. But I've not been out in a while.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 04/04/20 at 10:48 am


My friend's dad who got the coronavirus died earlier today.

I'm sorry but I think I'm going to need a break for a while. Everything just keeps on getting worse. I don't think I've ever felt this hopeless before. This is easily the absolute worst year of my life.


I'm so deeply sorry.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 11:34 am


Final decision, I am sticking with Definitly Red!
As far as I know, it is still running!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What powers do the police have?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 11:50 am

Police have wide-ranging powers to help fight coronavirus, by enforcing social distancing measures designed to keep people apart. The three key tools officers have been given are:


The power to detain someone to be tested if they are believed to be infectious
The power to close a wide range of non-essential businesses
The power to restrict people's right to move around and be part of a gathering


Police have been told to be "consistent" when applying measures introduced to stop the spread of coronavirus. It follows criticism that some forces have gone too far when trying to ensure people follow the rules.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Global coronavirus deaths pass 60,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 12:07 pm

The number of deaths from coronavirus worldwide has passed the 60,000 mark - the grim toll now stands at 60, 874, according to data collated by Johns Hopkins University. The number has been corroborated by the AFP news agency. The total confirmed cases has risen to more than 1,139,000, Johns Hopkins says.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK retailer lines up administrators

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 1:05 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/4/cc7cf6e4-b018-49a4-94a4-e43278551482.jpg

British retailer Cath Kidston has announced that it intends to appoint restructuring specialists Alvarez & Marsal as administrators. A spokesperson said the move was part of an ongoing process to explore all options for the company, which employs more than 800 people. Before the Covid-19 pandemic, Cath Kidston was mid-turnaround plan. It could now join the list of companies, including Carluccio's restaurants and rent-to-own business Brighthouse, to call in administrators. The notice of intent provides breathing space from any potential claims by creditors. The chain sells home furnishings, clothes and accessories in trademark floral and vintage prints. It has 60 shops in the UK and a presence in 200 globally. Founded in 1993, it was bought by Baring Private Equity Asia in 2016. After the coronavirus outbreak forced store closures, Cath Kidston has stayed open online. But most employees were furloughed on 22 March. An urgent review of the business began last month, and there has been interest from possible buyers. It's thought a so-called pre-pack administration is now the most likely outcome.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 04/04/20 at 1:27 pm

Pop/punk Singer Pink, the one who recorded songs like Just Like Fire, So What, Lady Marmalade, and more got tested positive for Coronavirus...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 1:46 pm


Pop/punk Singer Pink, the one who recorded songs like Just Like Fire, So What, Lady Marmalade, and more got tested positive for Coronavirus...
Oh dear, I hope she recovers well.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): "STAY AT HOME"

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 1:47 pm

"Stay at home", these people are not!

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/5F3D/production/_111618342_sunbathe.jpgOK, they are keeping there distance, but getting there encounters barriers?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): "STAY AT HOME"

Written By: nally on 04/04/20 at 1:49 pm


"Stay at home", these people are not!

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/5F3D/production/_111618342_sunbathe.jpg

OK, they are keeping there distance, but getting there encounters barriers?

It's hard to tell how far apart they are from one another, but there is also one person in the background just taking a walk.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): "STAY AT HOME"

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 2:34 pm


"Stay at home", these people are not!

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/5F3D/production/_111618342_sunbathe.jpgOK, they are keeping there distance, but getting there encounters barriers?
Parks like this in London are closing the gates tonight and will not open till further notice.

Subject: Re: Oh how innocent things were......

Written By: Ripley on 04/04/20 at 3:25 pm


As much as everyone complained about the 2010's while it was happening, I'm glad I appreciated the decade before it ended. Honestly, most of the complaints on that thread are about pop culture. It seems very insignificant now from a 2020 perspective.

I don't think people realize how significant this coronavirus pandemic is. It isn't just a "virus", it's literally affecting people's jobs, events, and even people's mental health. My friend with depression feels a lot worse now that he has to be quarantined with an abusive mother and it makes me scared as hell. I'm scared that my friend who lost his father might slip into depression one way. I really can't see this getting any better. It's like we all teleported to hell without even realizing it.

I’m really sorry  :\'( :\'( :\'(

I do agree with you, it’s like we teleported to hell :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/04/20 at 4:08 pm


Be aware along with official stores and sellers, there are many scam websites online, you pay for the goods and nothing comes back in delivery and your money has gone.



They'll take your money and you will never see your face mask in the mail.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/04/20 at 4:09 pm


Good luck with that. And watch out for the scams and gougers.


They'll take your money and you'll never see the product.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/04/20 at 4:10 pm


My friend's dad who got the coronavirus died earlier today.

I'm sorry but I think I'm going to need a break for a while. Everything just keeps on getting worse. I don't think I've ever felt this hopeless before. This is easily the absolute worst year of my life.


Sorry about your friend's father.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/04/20 at 4:11 pm


Looks like the White House is recommending that we need to wear protective face coverings when we're out in public and not medical masks (even though they're scarce for people anyway):
https://www.statnews.com/2020/04/02/coronavirus-cloth-masks-recommendation/


Hopefully Trump wears one.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/04/20 at 4:12 pm


From what I hear Trump is not wearing one?


He should cover up his orange face of his.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/04/20 at 4:12 pm


I've been wearing a scarf over my face. And I'm guessing it does the same thing a regular face mask does. Earlier today, I checked some stores to see if they carried the face masks but they were all sold out.  ::)


Keep on trying.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/04/20 at 4:16 pm


I only wear it when I go to the market. But I've not been out in a while.


I wear it but I just cover up my mouth if I cover my nose it will fog up my sunglasses.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): "STAY AT HOME"

Written By: Howard on 04/04/20 at 4:17 pm


"Stay at home", these people are not!

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/5F3D/production/_111618342_sunbathe.jpgOK, they are keeping there distance, but getting there encounters barriers?


Are they wearing masks?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 4:21 pm


Are they wearing masks?
I cannot see any...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/04/20 at 5:40 pm

I always wear protection.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/20 at 5:45 pm


It's hard to tell how far apart they are from one another, but there is also one person in the background just taking a walk.
That person walking on the path in the background could have coughed or sneezed, and with a breeze blowing, the virus particles can still travel far?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 04/04/20 at 6:57 pm


That person walking on the path in the background could have coughed or sneezed, and with a breeze blowing, the virus particles can still travel far?

True, it is hard to tell what the walker is doing or has done.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/04/20 at 9:14 pm

Number of deaths milestones

March 19 – 10,000+
March 25 – 20,000+
March 28 – 30,000+
March 31 – 40,000+
April 2 – 50,000+
April 4 - 60,000+

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): "STAY AT HOME"

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 2:03 am

Please everyone be safe and stay at home!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Singer Marianne Faithfull hospitalised

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 2:25 am

Marianne Faithfull is in hospital being treated for coronavirus. The singer, who became famous amid the “swinging London” scene of the 1960s and has had a respected (and occasionally troubled) career ever since, is said to be “stable and responding to treatment”, according to her representatives. The 74-year-old singer's ex-husband John Dunbar has claimed that she is struggling to speak as she battles the deadly virus at a London hospital. However Mick Jagger's former lover is said to be 'stable' and 'responding well to treatment' after testing positive for the condition, her management confirmed.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-8188119/Marianne-Faithfull-74-hospital-treated-coronavirus.html

I wish her well.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Five London bus workers die

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 3:05 am

Five London bus workers have died after contracting coronavirus. Unite said their members had been doing "a heroic job in getting NHS and care workers to their places of work" and described the loss as a "tragedy". Regional secretary Peter Kavanagh said the union would be assisting families "in every possible way". Transport for London (TfL) said it was "extremely saddened" by the deaths, while mayor of London Sadiq Khan said he was "absolutely devastated". It is understood three were drivers and two were controllers.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-52169002

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 3:47 am


Parks like this in London are closing the gates tonight and will not open till further notice.
It is only some parks closed not all of them.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Outdoor exercise 'could be banned in the UK'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 4:37 am

Outdoor exercise in the UK could be banned if people ignore the rules on staying at home and social distancing, the country's health secretary has warned. Matt Hancock told the BBC's Andrew Marr that if people "flout the rules" then the government "will have to take action". He said: "If you don't want us to have to take the step to ban exercise of all forms outside of your own home, then you've got to follow the rules." Reported a few minutes ago that Mr Hancock said sunbathing was not allowed and it was "quite unbelievable" that people were still leaving their homes when it was not necessary. He said the timing of restrictions being lifted would all depend on how people behave, saying "the more people stay at home the less the virus will spread".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Christians in Asia mark Palm Sunday

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 5:51 am

Palm Sunday, the official start of Christianity's Holy Week, is usually a busy affair. But this year, amid national lockdowns and social distancing orders, Christians around the world are having to find new ways to celebrate. In the Philippines, people have been ordered not to go to church. Instead, they can either watch a live-streamed Mass at home, or wait outside their homes for travelling priests to come and bless their palm fronds.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 04/05/20 at 7:11 am

How Covid19 is affecting the NY Metropolitan Area

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Lord Bath dies after contracting Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 7:26 am

Lord Bath has died at the age of 87 after contracting coronavirus. Longleat, the park and home he ran, announced on Twitter the 7th Marquess of Bath died on Saturday at the Royal Bath United Hospital. He was admitted there on 28 March where it was confirmed he had the virus. In the statement, his family appealed for privacy and thanked the medical team which "cared so professionally and compassionately" for him in his final days.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/cpsprodpb/BC72/production/_111624284_lordbath.jpg
The aristocrat was known for his flamboyant style of dress.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Quick question to everyone

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 7:44 am

Has anyone here seen the 2011 movie "Contagion"? The plot concerns the spread of a virus transmitted by fomites, attempts by medical researchers and public health officials to identify and contain the disease, the loss of social order in a pandemic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Quick question to everyone

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 04/05/20 at 8:12 am


Has anyone here seen the 2011 movie "Contagion"? The plot concerns the spread of a virus transmitted by fomites, attempts by medical researchers and public health officials to identify and contain the disease, the loss of social order in a pandemic.


I haven't seen that one but I remember seeing "Outbreak" with Dustin Hoffman and also saw "The Happening" with Mark Wahlberg which dealt with the subject. And, of course, the big daddy of them all "The Andromeda Strain" from 1971 where scientists struggle to prevent an epidemic started by an extraterrestrial microorganism brought back to Earth by a satellite. It's the type of long, "cerebral" movie of the type that does not get made today. It seems this pandemic topic has been the speculation of science fiction writers for quite some time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 8:43 am


I haven't seen that one but I remember seeing "Outbreak" with Dustin Hoffman and also saw "The Happening" with Mark Wahlberg which dealt with the subject. And, of course, the big daddy of them all "The Andromeda Strain" from 1971 where scientists struggle to prevent an epidemic started by an extraterrestrial microorganism brought back to Earth by a satellite. It's the type of long, "cerebral" movie of the type that does not get made today. It seems this pandemic topic has been the speculation of science fiction writers for quite some time.
It seems to be all coming true now? And it's portrayal is frightening.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Outdoor exercise 'could be banned in the UK'

Written By: karen on 04/05/20 at 9:09 am


Outdoor exercise in the UK could be banned if people ignore the rules on staying at home and social distancing, the country's health secretary has warned. Matt Hancock told the BBC's Andrew Marr that if people "flout the rules" then the government "will have to take action". He said: "If you don't want us to have to take the step to ban exercise of all forms outside of your own home, then you've got to follow the rules." Reported a few minutes ago that Mr Hancock said sunbathing was not allowed and it was "quite unbelievable" that people were still leaving their homes when it was not necessary. He said the timing of restrictions being lifted would all depend on how people behave, saying "the more people stay at home the less the virus will spread".


Is it across the UK or just down south that this is a problem? I’ve just been to the supermarket and there were only a few people around. I drove past the local skate park and there wasn’t anyone on it. Usually there’s at least one person on it when the weather is decent.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 9:44 am


Is it across the UK or just down south that this is a problem? I’ve just been to the supermarket and there were only a few people around. I drove past the local skate park and there wasn’t anyone on it. Usually there’s at least one person on it when the weather is decent.
Put it another way, Brighton beach was quieter today.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): England records 555 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 9:50 am

The total number of confirmed coronavirus deaths in England is now 4,494, NHS England says. That is a rise of 555 on the previous day's update. The patients were aged between 33 years and 103 years old. Twenty-nine of them - aged between 35 and 95 years old - had no known underlying health condition.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Outdoor exercise 'could be banned in the UK'

Written By: karen on 04/05/20 at 10:39 am


Is it across the UK or just down south that this is a problem? I’ve just been to the supermarket and there were only a few people around. I drove past the local skate park and there wasn’t anyone on it. Usually there’s at least one person on it when the weather is decent.


Just spotted on Facebook a message from the local police saying this particular park was still causing them problems so I obviously just caught it at a quiet time!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/05/20 at 11:02 am


Number of deaths milestones

March 19 – 10,000+
March 25 – 20,000+
March 28 – 30,000+
March 31 – 40,000+
April 2 – 50,000+
April 4 - 60,000+


The US is getting hit hard. More than 1,000 people per day are dying from the virus here, and it took us 3 days (April 1-4) to get from 200,000+ cases to 300,000+ cases. We could soon be getting over 100,000+ new cases a day, which is the most frightening part.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/05/20 at 11:12 am


The US is getting hit hard. More than 1,000 people per day are dying from the virus here, and it took us 3 days (April 1-4) to get from 200,000+ cases to 300,000+ cases. We could soon be getting over 100,000+ new cases a day, which is the most frightening part.  :(


Due to the limited testing, I think it will be a while before you guys officially get 100,000+ cases per day, if it ever gets that high.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 11:28 am


The US is getting hit hard. More than 1,000 people per day are dying from the virus here, and it took us 3 days (April 1-4) to get from 200,000+ cases to 300,000+ cases. We could soon be getting over 100,000+ new cases a day, which is the most frightening part.  :(
The density of the population of NYC is not helping I believe? So many apartment blocks?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 04/05/20 at 11:29 am


The density of the population of NYC is not helping I believe? So many apartment blocks?

And does this make it harder for people to heed the social distancing guidelines?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 11:31 am


And does this make it harder for people to heed the social distancing guidelines?
Indeed, it is just crowded there, I hope the Subway and buses have been scaled down there, like here in London. Personally I am frightened to go on the Tube.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Public urged to follow 'mission-critical' rules

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 11:55 am

It is "mission-critical" to follow social distancing rules to protect the NHS and slow the spread of coronavirus, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said. "The more people follow the rules then the faster we will all be through this, he said, following reports of packed public parks in London and elsewhere." This morning Mr Hancock said such behaviour was "quite unbelievable". At the daily Downing Street briefing, he said it could not go on. It comes as the UK death toll reaches 4,934. The Department of Health said there were a further 621 deaths linked to coronavirus in the UK on Sunday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52172035

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Public urged to follow 'mission-critical' rules

Written By: Sman12 on 04/05/20 at 12:28 pm


It is "mission-critical" to follow social distancing rules to protect the NHS and slow the spread of coronavirus, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said. "The more people follow the rules then the faster we will all be through this, he said, following reports of packed public parks in London and elsewhere." This morning Mr Hancock said such behaviour was "quite unbelievable". At the daily Downing Street briefing, he said it could not go on. It comes as the UK death toll reaches 4,934. The Department of Health said there were a further 621 deaths linked to coronavirus in the UK on Sunday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52172035


Honestly, I think outdoor exercise could possibly be banned there if people don't heed social distancing orders.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 12:49 pm


Honestly, I think outdoor exercise could possibly be banned there if people don't heed social distancing orders.
The current guidelines for safety in the UK are (sunbathing and picnics are not included):

Stay at home

Only go outside for food, health reasons or work (but only if you cannot work from home)

If you go out, stay 2 metres (6ft) away from other people at all times

Wash your hands as soon as you get home

Do not meet others, even friends or family. You can spread the virus even if you don’t have symptoms.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Public urged to follow 'mission-critical' rules

Written By: 2001 on 04/05/20 at 1:13 pm


Honestly, I think outdoor exercise could possibly be banned there if people don't heed social distancing orders.


In my city they finally closed the forest trails and parks. There's a playground in front of my house and last weekend it was teeming. I had never seen so many people there since Pokémon GO.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The Queen's broadcast in full

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 2:25 pm

"I am speaking to you at what I know is an increasingly challenging time.

A time of disruption in the life of our country: a disruption that has brought grief to some, financial difficulties to many, and enormous changes to the daily lives of us all.

I want to thank everyone on the NHS frontline, as well as care workers and those carrying out essential roles, who selflessly continue their day-to-day duties outside the home in support of us all.

I am sure the nation will join me in assuring you that what you do is appreciated and every hour of your hard work brings us closer to a return to more normal times.

I also want to thank those of you who are staying at home, thereby helping to protect the vulnerable and sparing many families the pain already felt by those who have lost loved ones.

Together we are tackling this disease, and I want to reassure you that if we remain united and resolute, then we will overcome it.

I hope in the years to come everyone will be able to take pride in how they responded to this challenge.

And those who come after us will say the Britons of this generation were as strong as any.

That the attributes of self-discipline, of quiet good-humoured resolve and of fellow-feeling still characterise this country.

The pride in who we are is not a part of our past, it defines our present and our future.

The moments when the United Kingdom has come together to applaud its care and essential workers will be remembered as an expression of our national spirit; and its symbol will be the rainbows drawn by children.

Across the Commonwealth and around the world, we have seen heart-warming stories of people coming together to help others, be it through delivering food parcels and medicines, checking on neighbours, or converting businesses to help the relief effort.

And though self-isolating may at times be hard, many people of all faiths, and of none, are discovering that it presents an opportunity to slow down, pause and reflect, in prayer or meditation.

It reminds me of the very first broadcast I made, in 1940, helped by my sister.

We, as children, spoke from here at Windsor to children who had been evacuated from their homes and sent away for their own safety.

Today, once again, many will feel a painful sense of separation from their loved ones. But now, as then, we know, deep down, that it is the right thing to do.

While we have faced challenges before, this one is different.

This time we join with all nations across the globe in a common endeavour, using the great advances of science and our instinctive compassion to heal.

We will succeed - and that success will belong to every one of us.

We should take comfort that while we may have more still to endure, better days will return: we will be with our friends again; we will be with our families again; we will meet again.

But for now, I send my thanks and warmest good wishes to you all."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK PM admitted to hospital over virus symptoms

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/20 at 3:22 pm

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been admitted to hospital for tests, 10 days after testing positive for coronavirus, Downing Street has said. He "continues to have persistent symptoms of coronavirus", a spokeswoman said - including a high temperature. It was described as a "precautionary step" taken on the advice of his doctor. The prime minister remains in charge of the government and urged people to follow its social distancing advice. "On the advice of his doctor, the prime minister has tonight been admitted to hospital for tests," the spokeswoman said. "This is a precautionary step, as the prime minister continues to have persistent symptoms of coronavirus ten days after testing positive for the virus." She added: "The prime minister thanks NHS staff for all of their incredible hard work and urges the public to continue to follow the government's advice to stay at home, protect the NHS and save lives."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52177125

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The Queen's broadcast in full

Written By: Sman12 on 04/05/20 at 3:39 pm


"I am speaking to you at what I know is an increasingly challenging time.

A time of disruption in the life of our country: a disruption that has brought grief to some, financial difficulties to many, and enormous changes to the daily lives of us all.

I want to thank everyone on the NHS frontline, as well as care workers and those carrying out essential roles, who selflessly continue their day-to-day duties outside the home in support of us all.

I am sure the nation will join me in assuring you that what you do is appreciated and every hour of your hard work brings us closer to a return to more normal times.

I also want to thank those of you who are staying at home, thereby helping to protect the vulnerable and sparing many families the pain already felt by those who have lost loved ones.

Together we are tackling this disease, and I want to reassure you that if we remain united and resolute, then we will overcome it.

I hope in the years to come everyone will be able to take pride in how they responded to this challenge.

And those who come after us will say the Britons of this generation were as strong as any.

That the attributes of self-discipline, of quiet good-humoured resolve and of fellow-feeling still characterise this country.

The pride in who we are is not a part of our past, it defines our present and our future.

The moments when the United Kingdom has come together to applaud its care and essential workers will be remembered as an expression of our national spirit; and its symbol will be the rainbows drawn by children.

Across the Commonwealth and around the world, we have seen heart-warming stories of people coming together to help others, be it through delivering food parcels and medicines, checking on neighbours, or converting businesses to help the relief effort.

And though self-isolating may at times be hard, many people of all faiths, and of none, are discovering that it presents an opportunity to slow down, pause and reflect, in prayer or meditation.

It reminds me of the very first broadcast I made, in 1940, helped by my sister.

We, as children, spoke from here at Windsor to children who had been evacuated from their homes and sent away for their own safety.

Today, once again, many will feel a painful sense of separation from their loved ones. But now, as then, we know, deep down, that it is the right thing to do.

While we have faced challenges before, this one is different.

This time we join with all nations across the globe in a common endeavour, using the great advances of science and our instinctive compassion to heal.

We will succeed - and that success will belong to every one of us.

We should take comfort that while we may have more still to endure, better days will return: we will be with our friends again; we will be with our families again; we will meet again.

But for now, I send my thanks and warmest good wishes to you all."


You know this is a moment in history when the Queen's addressing the UK.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/05/20 at 3:48 pm


I always wear protection.


And I pretty sure I know where.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): "STAY AT HOME"

Written By: Howard on 04/05/20 at 3:49 pm


Please everyone be safe and stay at home!


Stop The Spread!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Public urged to follow 'mission-critical' rules

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/05/20 at 4:36 pm


In my city they finally closed the forest trails and parks. There's a playground in front of my house and last weekend it was teeming. I had never seen so many people there since Pokémon GO.


Michigan is doing the same thing. They kept saying you can go to parks but started closing them because people were going in large numbers. They started by stealing the tp and hand sanitizer so they first closed the bathrooms. They have also put out a burn ban like they do for especially dry summers. Because they don’t want to waste the available first responders on potential fires that get out of control. They say you can still have small campfires which is all I do in my yard anyway and I always keep the garden hose on and ready just in case.

The past week I’ve seen a lot of people headed north when I’m going to work and back. One of my semi retired coworkers just drove up here after spending winter at his 2nd house in Florida. And the company owner is due back anytime from Florida. The governor said you can do this but nobody up north thinks it’s a good idea. To not single them out the company just put a policy in place Friday that if you left the county for anything other than to go to work and back or essential shopping then to not come in for 2 weeks. And sent it to everybody’s company AND personal email. They never do that. Kinda funny though as the guy who wrote the policy came back from India and came right back into the building the next day. And his son came back from Florida and we had a scare when it was announced that the very flight he was on had someone positive for corona and he came in the next day before finding out. But he hasn’t been back since and he’s doing fine and that was almost 3 weeks ago.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Scottish official resigns after flouting lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 12:26 am

It's been two weeks since the UK entered a state of lockdown - people have been told to only leave their homes if they have a "reasonable excuse" like exercise or shopping for basic necessities. And it's clear the country's taking these rules very seriously - with very few exemptions allowed. Scotland's top medical officer, Catherine Calderwood - who had fronted adverts urging the public to stay home - was found making two trips to her second home, something that's been expressly banned. She had at first said she would continue in her role but faced calls to step down. Scottish Labour's health spokeswoman said her actions "undermined Scotland's pandemic response and her own credibility". Dr Calderood has now resigned. It's a clear message that Scotland is sending - stressing the importance of everyone following the rules during this critical time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 3:46 am

A caller on the phone-in radio station describes coronavirus more frightening than World War 2, the caller was 8 when the WW2 started and recalls the V1 and V2 rockets, the V1 could be seen and heard, the V2 were more scary as they dropped from the sky with breakneck speed, and coronavirus is a hidden enemy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/06/20 at 5:13 am


And I pretty sure I know where.  ::)


Well when I pump gas I always wear a disposable rubber glove. I also wear a rubber glove when I come into work, so that I don’t have to touch the door handles.

Coming to work wearing a mask 😷  and rubber gloves 🧤 ... I could be a porn star.  ;D

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK PM still in hospital with virus symptoms

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 5:47 am


Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been admitted to hospital for tests, 10 days after testing positive for coronavirus, Downing Street has said. He "continues to have persistent symptoms of coronavirus", a spokeswoman said - including a high temperature. It was described as a "precautionary step" taken on the advice of his doctor. The prime minister remains in charge of the government and urged people to follow its social distancing advice. "On the advice of his doctor, the prime minister has tonight been admitted to hospital for tests," the spokeswoman said. "This is a precautionary step, as the prime minister continues to have persistent symptoms of coronavirus ten days after testing positive for the virus." She added: "The prime minister thanks NHS staff for all of their incredible hard work and urges the public to continue to follow the government's advice to stay at home, protect the NHS and save lives."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52177125
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is "still very much in charge of the government" despite spending the night in hospital with coronavirus, Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick has said. The PM was taken to a London hospital on Sunday evening with "persistent symptoms" - including a temperature - for a series of routine tests. It is said to be a "precautionary step" taken on the advice of his doctor. Mr Johnson, 55, tested positive for coronavirus 10 days ago. Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab was due to chair Monday morning's coronavirus meeting in his place.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK chain Debenhams to file for administration

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 6:23 am

UK department store Debenhams has announced it will file for administration after the coronavirus lockdown forced it to shut its shops. It described the process as a "light touch" administration to protect it from legal action from creditors while its department stores are closed. Debenhams boss Stefaan Vansteenkiste said the circumstances of the decision were "unprecedented". "We have taken this step to protect our business, our employees, and other important stakeholders," he said. Vansteenkiste said it would allow Debenhams "to resume trading from our stores when government restrictions are lifted". On the announcement, BBC Radio 5 Live business correspondent Danni Hewson said: "This prevents legal action from suppliers, landlords and people who are owed money - legal action which would push Debenhams into liquidation and effectively see all 142 stores closed completely. "This buys Debenhams a bit if time. It means they can look at some sort of administration."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The Queen's broadcast

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 7:45 am


"I am speaking to you at what I know is an increasingly challenging time.

A time of disruption in the life of our country: a disruption that has brought grief to some, financial difficulties to many, and enormous changes to the daily lives of us all.

I want to thank everyone on the NHS frontline, as well as care workers and those carrying out essential roles, who selflessly continue their day-to-day duties outside the home in support of us all.

I am sure the nation will join me in assuring you that what you do is appreciated and every hour of your hard work brings us closer to a return to more normal times.

I also want to thank those of you who are staying at home, thereby helping to protect the vulnerable and sparing many families the pain already felt by those who have lost loved ones.

Together we are tackling this disease, and I want to reassure you that if we remain united and resolute, then we will overcome it.

I hope in the years to come everyone will be able to take pride in how they responded to this challenge.

And those who come after us will say the Britons of this generation were as strong as any.

That the attributes of self-discipline, of quiet good-humoured resolve and of fellow-feeling still characterise this country.

The pride in who we are is not a part of our past, it defines our present and our future.

The moments when the United Kingdom has come together to applaud its care and essential workers will be remembered as an expression of our national spirit; and its symbol will be the rainbows drawn by children.

Across the Commonwealth and around the world, we have seen heart-warming stories of people coming together to help others, be it through delivering food parcels and medicines, checking on neighbours, or converting businesses to help the relief effort.

And though self-isolating may at times be hard, many people of all faiths, and of none, are discovering that it presents an opportunity to slow down, pause and reflect, in prayer or meditation.

It reminds me of the very first broadcast I made, in 1940, helped by my sister.

We, as children, spoke from here at Windsor to children who had been evacuated from their homes and sent away for their own safety.

Today, once again, many will feel a painful sense of separation from their loved ones. But now, as then, we know, deep down, that it is the right thing to do.

While we have faced challenges before, this one is different.

This time we join with all nations across the globe in a common endeavour, using the great advances of science and our instinctive compassion to heal.

We will succeed - and that success will belong to every one of us.

We should take comfort that while we may have more still to endure, better days will return: we will be with our friends again; we will be with our families again; we will meet again.

But for now, I send my thanks and warmest good wishes to you all."
About 24 million people watched the Queen's address to the British public, overnight viewing figures show. That was more than three times the viewership of her most recent Christmas address, which drew about 7.1 million.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Johnson in good spirits after comfortable night

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 8:29 am

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is in "good spirits" and had “a comfortable night” at St Thomas' Hospital in London, Downing Street has said. Mr Johnson "remains in hospital under observation", the PM’s official spokesman told reporters. "The PM spoke with a doctor and was able to set out that his symptoms remained persistent," he added. The spokesman described the symptoms as "a temperature and a cough". On reports the prime minister has received oxygen treatment, the spokesman said he did not know the origin of those reports and urged caution. The prime minister remains in charge of the government but the daily COVID-19 response meeting was taken this morning by Dominic Raab as First Secretary of State. "He is receiving updates in hospital and continuing to receive a box," the spokesman said, referring to the ministerial red box with briefings and papers for sign-off.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/06/20 at 8:51 am

Meanwhile in the States

"Pastor Landon Spradlin wasn't worried about coronavirus when he went to New Orleans to preach during Mardi Gras. A month later he was dead."


https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52157824

"By mid-March though, Pastor Spradlin's health suddenly took a turn for the worse. He and his wife decided to make the long drive back from New Orleans to their home in Virginia" Infecting how many others on the way through?

Subject: Covid-19: Japan to declare emergency as Tokyo cases soar

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 9:19 am

Japan is to declare a state of emergency in the capital Tokyo and six other regions in an attempt to tackle the rapid spread of coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-52184375

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Japan to declare emergency as Tokyo cases soar

Written By: 2001 on 04/06/20 at 9:44 am


Japan is to declare a state of emergency in the capital Tokyo and six other regions in an attempt to tackle the rapid spread of coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-52184375


How convenient that this didn't happen until the Olympics got delayed. I wish the virus could be so well behaved in the rest of the world  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 9:52 am


How convenient that this didn't happen until the Olympics got delayed. I wish the virus could be so well behaved in the rest of the world  :o
More delayed decisions causing what could be dire uncertainty?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Golf's Open Championship cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 9:54 am

Golf's Open Championship has become the latest event sporting event to be cancelled because of coronavirus. The tournament, one of golf's four Majors, was due to take place in July at Royal St George's in Kent but has been cancelled for the first time since World War Two. Chief executive Martin Slumbers said organisers, the R&A, had "explored every option for playing the Open this year", but cancelling the tournament was the "right thing to do". The sporting calendar has been decimated by the virus, with Euro 2020, which was scheduled to start in June, and the Tokyo Olympics, originally due to begin in July, among the events postponed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/06/20 at 9:58 am


Meanwhile in the States

"Pastor Landon Spradlin wasn't worried about coronavirus when he went to New Orleans to preach during Mardi Gras. A month later he was dead."


https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52157824

"By mid-March though, Pastor Spradlin's health suddenly took a turn for the worse. He and his wife decided to make the long drive back from New Orleans to their home in Virginia" Infecting how many others on the way through?


What a costly mistake he made to go to the Mardi Gras event. He also believed that the reaction to the virus was "hysteria".  >:(

But other than that, RIP.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 10:16 am


Meanwhile in the States

"Pastor Landon Spradlin wasn't worried about coronavirus when he went to New Orleans to preach during Mardi Gras. A month later he was dead."


https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52157824

"By mid-March though, Pastor Spradlin's health suddenly took a turn for the worse. He and his wife decided to make the long drive back from New Orleans to their home in Virginia" Infecting how many others on the way through?
So sad.

I am wondering about the 60,000+ people that attended the horse racing at the Cheltenham Festival, when it was already know not to be in crowds and keep the distance.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Video games add 'stay at home' Covid-19 adverts

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 10:35 am

Three of the UK's leading video games developers are to display coronavirus safety advice within their titles. Candy Crush Saga, Dirt Rally 2.0 and Sniper Elite 4 are among the games that will feature the messaging. The initial ads will focus on the theme: "Stay home. Save lives." Rebellion - one of the companies involved - also publishes 2000AD among other comics, and has also offered space in these for the government's campaign. "I reached out to DCMS a few days ago to say is there anything we can do," Jason Kingsley, chief executive of Rebellion and chair of the games trade body Tiga told the BBC. "A lot of people spend hundreds of hours in computer games. "And in this case, we thought we could help society by reminding people of their obligations to others."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52172578

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How did that New York tiger become infected?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 1:00 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/6/29d7b7f9-88ce-4610-9b12-4742774d1748.jpg

Further insights into that female tiger that tested positive for the coronavirus at the Bronx Zoo in New York ...

The news follows on the heels of a laboratory study published last week that shows domestic cats can become infected with Sars-CoV-2 (as this coronavirus is officially known) when given high doses. Furthermore, the team of researchers from institutes in Harbin, China, were able to show that cats were able to transmit the virus to other cats. And a cat in Belgium has reportedly been infected with the virus by its owner. Dr Sarah Caddy, a veterinarian from the University of Cambridge, said the news about the tiger was not wholly unexpected, given the Chinese study. But, she said: "It is surprising that the tiger has become infected with what must have been a fairly low dose of virus – we can assume the tiger did not have continual close contact with the asymptomatic zoo keeper." She said one possibility was that tigers in captivity could be more susceptible - in part, perhaps, because of their genes. There is a 5% difference between the genomes of tigers and domestic cats. The genome is the DNA contained in the nuclei of cells. Interestingly, the Harbin study found that ferrets were also susceptible to the virus, but dogs, pigs, chickens and ducks were less so. So what does this all mean for the vast majority of us who are in lockdown? There is no evidence that pets of any kind can be a source of the virus. The current pandemic is undoubtedly driven by human-to-human transmission. But some scientists have advised that pet owners should take the usual precautions of hand washing, and might choose to avoid overly close contact with their animals - especially if they think they might be infected with the coronavirus.

Subject: Boris Johnson moved to intensive care as symptoms 'worsen'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 2:55 pm

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been moved to intensive care in hospital after his coronavirus symptoms "worsened", Downing Street has said. A spokesman said he was moved on the advice of his medical team and is receiving "excellent care". Mr Johnson has asked Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to deputise "where necessary", the spokesman added. The prime minister, 55, was admitted to hospital in London with "persistent symptoms" on Sunday. A No 10 statement read: "Since Sunday evening, the prime minister has been under the care of doctors at St Thomas' Hospital, in London, after being admitted with persistent symptoms of coronavirus. "Over the course of this afternoon, the condition of the prime minister has worsened and, on the advice of his medical team, he has been moved to the intensive care unit at the hospital." It continued: "The PM is receiving excellent care, and thanks all NHS staff for their hard work and dedication." Chancellor Rishi Sunak said his thoughts were with the prime minister and his pregnant partner, Carrie Symonds, and that Mr Johnson would "come out of this even stronger".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52192604

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 3:05 pm


Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been moved to intensive care in hospital after his coronavirus symptoms "worsened", Downing Street has said. A spokesman said he was moved on the advice of his medical team and is receiving "excellent care". Mr Johnson has asked Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to deputise "where necessary", the spokesman added. The prime minister, 55, was admitted to hospital in London with "persistent symptoms" on Sunday. A No 10 statement read: "Since Sunday evening, the prime minister has been under the care of doctors at St Thomas' Hospital, in London, after being admitted with persistent symptoms of coronavirus. "Over the course of this afternoon, the condition of the prime minister has worsened and, on the advice of his medical team, he has been moved to the intensive care unit at the hospital." It continued: "The PM is receiving excellent care, and thanks all NHS staff for their hard work and dedication." Chancellor Rishi Sunak said his thoughts were with the prime minister and his pregnant partner, Carrie Symonds, and that Mr Johnson would "come out of this even stronger".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52192604
Mr Johnson's partner Carrie Symonds, who is pregnant, is currently recovering from coronavirus symptoms.

Subject: Re: Boris Johnson moved to intensive care as symptoms 'worsen'

Written By: Sman12 on 04/06/20 at 3:32 pm


Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been moved to intensive care in hospital after his coronavirus symptoms "worsened", Downing Street has said. A spokesman said he was moved on the advice of his medical team and is receiving "excellent care". Mr Johnson has asked Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to deputise "where necessary", the spokesman added. The prime minister, 55, was admitted to hospital in London with "persistent symptoms" on Sunday. A No 10 statement read: "Since Sunday evening, the prime minister has been under the care of doctors at St Thomas' Hospital, in London, after being admitted with persistent symptoms of coronavirus. "Over the course of this afternoon, the condition of the prime minister has worsened and, on the advice of his medical team, he has been moved to the intensive care unit at the hospital." It continued: "The PM is receiving excellent care, and thanks all NHS staff for their hard work and dedication." Chancellor Rishi Sunak said his thoughts were with the prime minister and his pregnant partner, Carrie Symonds, and that Mr Johnson would "come out of this even stronger".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52192604


Not good at all. I hope he gets better.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/06/20 at 3:35 pm

Deaths in NY do seem to be leveling off, according to Cuomo's news conference today. New hospitalizations are also flattening as well. It seems like more people are following social distancing orders, which is always a good sign.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/20 at 3:36 pm


Not good at all. I hope he gets better.  :\'(
I hope so to.

Personally speaking I am in shock with the news, for if you and others understand, I have met him a few times and found him to be an enjoyable man.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/06/20 at 4:23 pm


I hope so to.

Personally speaking I am in shock with the news, for if you and others understand, I have met him a few times and found him to be an enjoyable man.


Oh, wow, that's cool. I know at times he can be reckless, and unfortunately, this is a result of his actions (he shook hands with people despite the pandemic being there in the UK).  >:(

But no one deserves this.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Thousands in UK missed off high risk list

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 4:36 am

Thousands of people across the UK have not been included on the government's high-risk list, despite meeting the criteria. Among them are transplant patients, people with asthma and some with rare lung diseases. Supermarkets have been using the list to give priority to vulnerable customers, meaning those not included have already missed out on opportunities for which they would have been eligible. "I haven't yet received a letter and if I have been missed off the list I feel pretty annoyed and worried I suppose," said 79-year-old Liz Goldfinch, who has a rare lung condition and Parkinson's disease.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK senior minister self-isolates

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 6:15 am

UK Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove is self-isolating at home, because a family member is showing symptoms of coronavirus. BBC Newsnight policy editor Lewis Goodall says: "Though he will doubtless be working digitally, in lieu of the prime minister the Cabinet Office becomes all the more important. "Gove is a central player in coordination - this will make things that bit harder."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Paris bans daytime jogging

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 6:32 am

The Paris authorities have banned daytime jogging in a bid to reduce contact between people and help slow the spread of the virus. Going out for a run is permitted under France’s lockdown rules, but in Paris doctors fear too many people are going out during daylight hours and not keeping the correct distance apart. The authorities also suspect some people are claiming to be taking their daily exercise, but in fact are just getting out of their homes. So it’s been decided to ban jogging between 10 in the morning and seven in the evening. Paris has seen a surge of cases of coronavirus in the last week, with no sign yet of the wave having peaked.

Subject: Boris Johnson 'in good spirits' and is stable in hospital

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 7:28 am


Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been moved to intensive care in hospital after his coronavirus symptoms "worsened", Downing Street has said. A spokesman said he was moved on the advice of his medical team and is receiving "excellent care". Mr Johnson has asked Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to deputise "where necessary", the spokesman added. The prime minister, 55, was admitted to hospital in London with "persistent symptoms" on Sunday. A No 10 statement read: "Since Sunday evening, the prime minister has been under the care of doctors at St Thomas' Hospital, in London, after being admitted with persistent symptoms of coronavirus. "Over the course of this afternoon, the condition of the prime minister has worsened and, on the advice of his medical team, he has been moved to the intensive care unit at the hospital." It continued: "The PM is receiving excellent care, and thanks all NHS staff for their hard work and dedication." Chancellor Rishi Sunak said his thoughts were with the prime minister and his pregnant partner, Carrie Symonds, and that Mr Johnson would "come out of this even stronger".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52192604
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is "in good spirits" after spending the night in intensive care being treated for coronavirus, No 10 has said. A spokesman said Mr Johnson, 55, was stable overnight and is being given oxygen and is not on a ventilator. It comes as Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove became the latest politician to self-isolate after a family member showed symptoms. Mr Gove said he did not have symptoms and will continue working at home. Mr Johnson was admitted to St Thomas' Hospital in central London with "persistent symptoms" of Covid-19 on Sunday and was moved to intensive care on Monday at 19:00 BST after his symptoms worsened.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52201048

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/07/20 at 7:45 am


Deaths in NY do seem to be leveling off, according to Cuomo's news conference today. New hospitalizations are also flattening as well. It seems like more people are following social distancing orders, which is always a good sign.


Cuomo's doing a good job so far.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/07/20 at 7:47 am

So far in New York, streets have been quieter, buses have been emptier but customers seem to be more tense.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Alcohol poisoning kills hundreds in Iran

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 9:03 am

More than 600 people have died of alcohol poisoning in Iran since the beginning of the coronavirus outbreak, a judicial spokesman has said. Another 3,000 people were still ill, he said, adding that people had been drinking unsafe alcohol in the mistaken hope it would protect them from the virus. A number of people responsible for illegally producing alcohol have been arrested, according to the spokesman. There have been more than 62,500 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Iran, although the daily number of confirmed cases has decreased over the past week.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Another 758 hospital patients die in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 9:09 am

A further 758 patients diagnosed with coronavirus have died in England, NHS England has said. It brings the total number of confirmed hospital deaths in England to 5,655 - up from 4,897 at the same time on Monday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/07/20 at 9:41 am


So far in New York, streets have been quieter, buses have been emptier but customers seem to be more tense.


Looks like social distancing's working well in NY. Hopefully we'll see a sign of the curve in the US flattening with cases, hospitalizations, and deaths.  :)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): If be, who would replace Boris Johnson

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 10:11 am

UK Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab is deputising for the prime minister "where necessary" while Boris Johnson is in intensive care with coronavirus. However, should Mr Raab be taken ill, Chancellor Rishi Sunak would be next in line to take over, a spokesman for the prime minster has said.

Subject: Re: Boris Johnson 'in good spirits' and is stable in hospital

Written By: Sman12 on 04/07/20 at 10:16 am


Prime Minister Boris Johnson is "in good spirits" after spending the night in intensive care being treated for coronavirus, No 10 has said. A spokesman said Mr Johnson, 55, was stable overnight and is being given oxygen and is not on a ventilator. It comes as Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove became the latest politician to self-isolate after a family member showed symptoms. Mr Gove said he did not have symptoms and will continue working at home. Mr Johnson was admitted to St Thomas' Hospital in central London with "persistent symptoms" of Covid-19 on Sunday and was moved to intensive care on Monday at 19:00 BST after his symptoms worsened.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52201048

Glad to see Boris doing well. I hope he thinks twice before becoming in close contact with sick people.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 11:10 am


Glad to see Boris doing well. I hope he thinks twice before becoming in close contact with sick people.
By close colleagues he has been described as a fighter, so he will pull through.

With Boris Johnson in hospital is bringing the message home to the people.

Subject: Re: Boris Johnson 'in good spirits' and is stable in hospital

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/07/20 at 11:21 am


Glad to see Boris doing well. I hope he thinks twice before becoming in close contact with sick people.

I'm don't think that he's "doing well". Being in the ICU is not a sign of "doing well".

I think that the UK's government just doesn't want the British public to be freaking out. Boris is not in good shape right now but I hope he gets better.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/07/20 at 11:25 am

Anyways, guys, I'm feeling fine (no body aching, headaches or anything like that). However, the past few days, I've to deal with a semi-persistent cough.

Also, I have lost my sense of smell. I can't smell anything, it's scary. I could smell stuff when I was sicker last week but I can't smell anything now, it's weird. My tastes buds are fine, so I don't know.

I hope that this isn't anything permanent or serious :-\\.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 04/07/20 at 11:41 am


Anyways, guys, I'm feeling fine (no body aching, headaches or anything like that). However, the past few days, I've to deal with a semi-persistent cough.

Also, I have lost my sense of smell. I can't smell anything, it's scary. I could smell stuff when I was sicker last week but I can't smell anything now, it's weird. My tastes buds are fine, so I don't know.

I hope that this isn't anything permanent or serious :-\\.

Did you get tested?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 11:43 am


Anyways, guys, I'm feeling fine (no body aching, headaches or anything like that). However, the past few days, I've to deal with a semi-persistent cough.

Also, I have lost my sense of smell. I can't smell anything, it's scary. I could smell stuff when I was sicker last week but I can't smell anything now, it's weird. My tastes buds are fine, so I don't know.

I hope that this isn't anything permanent or serious :-\\.
Please be tested if you can, from what you say I sounds serious ,get the advice and treatment.

Are having a fever and shortness of breath?

Get well soon.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Horse in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 11:48 am

Racing's first four Classics of the season - including the Derby at Epsom - have been postponed because of the coronavirus pandemic. Next month's Guineas meeting at Newmarket, featuring the 1,000 and 2,000 Guineas, is off. The Derby meeting in June, which includes the Oaks, is also affected, said Jockey Club Racecourses. Meanwhile, organisers of June's Royal Ascot say the meeting will not "take place as an event open to the public".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/07/20 at 11:57 am


Anyways, guys, I'm feeling fine (no body aching, headaches or anything like that). However, the past few days, I've to deal with a semi-persistent cough.

Also, I have lost my sense of smell. I can't smell anything, it's scary. I could smell stuff when I was sicker last week but I can't smell anything now, it's weird. My tastes buds are fine, so I don't know.

I hope that this isn't anything permanent or serious :-\\.


Yeah, you should really check that out.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/07/20 at 12:13 pm


Did you get tested?

No.


Please be tested if you can, from what you say I sounds serious ,get the advice and treatment.

Are having a fever and shortness of breath?

Get well soon.

I don't feel "ill" or "sick". I feel fine. I just can't smell anything.


Yeah, you should really check that out.  :(

I can't. At least, not right now. The hospital is a dangerous place to be right now and because I'm not physically sick or anything they would turn me back.

I don't have a fever or anything. I think I had the the flu (and apparently the flu can cause a temporary loss of smell). However, I don't know when it will return.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 04/07/20 at 12:18 pm

Well if there’s any good news, Rand Paul tested again for the coronavirus and the results were negative. Maybe there is still some hope.  :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 12:19 pm


No.
I don't feel "ill" or "sick". I feel fine. I just can't smell anything.
I can't. At least, not right now. The hospital is a dangerous place to be right now and because I'm not physically sick or anything they would turn me back.

I don't have a fever or anything. I think I had the the flu (and apparently the flu can cause a temporary loss of smell). However, I don't know when it will return.
Over past years, had you suffered from Hay Fever?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/07/20 at 12:40 pm


Over past years, had you suffered from Hay Fever?

I don't believe so but I can't say for sure. I don't really know what hay fever is.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 12:54 pm


I don't believe so but I can't say for sure. I don't really know what hay fever is.
Hay Fever is an allergy of pollen from trees, flowers and grass, which I have now on top of my conditions, sometimes I am tired with it (like flu), sneezing violently and runny nose.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/07/20 at 3:38 pm


Looks like social distancing's working well in NY. Hopefully we'll see a sign of the curve in the US flattening with cases, hospitalizations, and deaths.  :)


Just a couple of days ago, when I was at customer service cashing in my bottle return receipts, Stop N Shop put this red tape on the floor to show where you should stand at least 6ft. to wait to be called and by accident I was standing in back of this woman a bit too close to her and she cussed me out and I apologized to her but I think she was a little angry at me for being in back of her.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 04/07/20 at 3:38 pm


Hay Fever is an allergy of pollen from trees, flowers and grass, which I have now on top of my conditions, sometimes I am tired with it (like flu), sneezing violently and runny nose.

We get that a lot here in Kansas.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/07/20 at 3:40 pm


Anyways, guys, I'm feeling fine (no body aching, headaches or anything like that). However, the past few days, I've to deal with a semi-persistent cough.

Also, I have lost my sense of smell. I can't smell anything, it's scary. I could smell stuff when I was sicker last week but I can't smell anything now, it's weird. My tastes buds are fine, so I don't know.

I hope that this isn't anything permanent or serious :-\\.


Get well soon.

Subject: China reports no Covid-19 deaths for first time

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 4:35 pm

China reports no Covid-19 deaths for first time

Can this report be trusted?

China reported no coronavirus deaths on Tuesday, the first time since it started publishing daily figures in January. The National Health Commission said it had 32 confirmed cases, down from 39 on Monday. It comes as the government is under scrutiny as to whether it is underreporting its figures. The government says more than 3,331 people have died and 81,740 have been confirmed as infected. All of the confirmed cases on Tuesday had arrived from overseas.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-52195034

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): French death toll reaches 10,000 people

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 4:49 pm

More than 10,000 people have died in France since the coronavirus outbreak began, according to the daily press briefing from the French health ministry. The ministry said 7,091 people had died in hospital, an increase of 607 in 24 hours. At least 3,237 have died in care homes since the start of the outbreak. More than 30,000 people are currently hospitalised in France, 7,131 of them in intensive care.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Formula 1

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 5:04 pm

The Canadian Grand Prix has become the latest Formula 1 race to be postponed as a result of the coronavirus crisis. The Montreal event is the ninth race to be affected so far this season. It was due to be held on 14 June, but organisers had to make a decision now because of the length of time required to set up the track. Attempts will be made to find a slot for the popular race on the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve at the earliest opportunity in the summer.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): NHS Nightingale admits first patients

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 5:31 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/7/94d7ed9a-d975-42fd-8692-5ef930a5885f.png

The government's emergency field hospital in London has admitted its first patients. The NHS Nightingale hospital in London's ExCel exhibition centre can hold as many as 4,000 patients. A spokesperson for NHS Nightingale said: "Our first patients have now been admitted to NHS Nightingale London, as planned. "There is also treatment capacity available in other hospitals across London to compliment the care being provided at the London Nightingale." It is the first of several such facilities planned across the UK. The ExCel exhibition space - usually used for large events such as Comic Con - was transformed into a hospital in just nine days.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Twitter boss pledges $1bn for relief effort

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/20 at 5:58 pm

Jack Dorsey, the founder of Twitter and payment app Square, has said he will donate $1bn (£810m) towards efforts to tackle the coronavirus pandemic.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52209690

Subject: Re: Boris Johnson 'in good spirits' and is stable in hospital

Written By: 2001 on 04/07/20 at 10:34 pm


I'm don't think that he's "doing well". Being in the ICU is not a sign of "doing well".

I think that the UK's government just doesn't want the British public to be freaking out. Boris is not in good shape right now but I hope he gets better.


Yep. As someone who unfortunately who has had to spend a lot of time in the ICU, as soon as you are "doing well" they kick you out of the ICU. ICU means you are being supervised by several doctors and more highly-trained nurses 24/7. Having someone who is "doing well" in the ICU when they can be in a regular hospital bed would be a huge waste of resources.  I'm still very worried for Johnson.

In more positive news, it looks like the curve in Germany, Italy and Spain has not just flattened, but is on the other side of the curve. The number of new cases is starting to fall. This is really good news! The curve also looks like it has flattened here in Ontario :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/20 at 12:43 am


Yep. As someone who unfortunately who has had to spend a lot of time in the ICU, as soon as you are "doing well" they kick you out of the ICU. ICU means you are being supervised by several doctors and more highly-trained nurses 24/7. Having someone who is "doing well" in the ICU when they can be in a regular hospital bed would be a huge waste of resources. 

Thank you explained it well, I know what ICU is, but I could find the precise words to describe it.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Who is at most risk?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/20 at 1:18 am

Data from intensive care wards in the UK shows the average patient who is critically ill is aged 60. Most are men - and many have other health conditions that could put them at increased risk. The chart below shows older men are more likely than women to die from Covid-19 in the UK.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/8/7c50eca9-c31c-4c03-9480-dba80533e6cd.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris Johnson 'comfortable' after second night in ICU

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/20 at 2:59 am

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson is said to be "comfortable" after spending his second night in intensive care. Health Minister Edward Argar gave the update to BBC Breakfast on Wednesday morning. "I understand he is comfortable, he's stable, he's in good spirits, (and) while he's had oxygen, he hasn't been on a ventilator," Argar said. No further updates on Mr Johnson's condition are expected until later on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Argar told the programme:

"The evidence isn't yet there that will allow us to make a decision" on when the UK night begin to lift current restrictions"
"He said the UK needed to "be a little bit cautious" about the reasons for lower deaths rates being reported in Germany"

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now 'not the time' to relax restrictions

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/20 at 5:50 am

The upcoming Easter weekend is not the time to relax lockdown restrictions, says Dr Hans Kluge, World Health Organization regional director for Europe."  is not the time to relax measures," he said. "It is the time to once again double and triple our collective measures." Dr Kluge added: "We must soldier on. To think we are coming close to an end point is a dangerous thing to do. The virus leaves no room for complacency."

Subject: Re: Boris Johnson 'in good spirits' and is stable in hospital

Written By: Sman12 on 04/08/20 at 9:28 am


Yep. As someone who unfortunately who has had to spend a lot of time in the ICU, as soon as you are "doing well" they kick you out of the ICU. ICU means you are being supervised by several doctors and more highly-trained nurses 24/7. Having someone who is "doing well" in the ICU when they can be in a regular hospital bed would be a huge waste of resources.  I'm still very worried for Johnson.

In more positive news, it looks like the curve in Germany, Italy and Spain has not just flattened, but is on the other side of the curve. The number of new cases is starting to fall. This is really good news! The curve also looks like it has flattened here in Ontario :D


Welp, turns out that Boris is in stable condition and in good spirits.  :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/08/20 at 9:31 am

New Jersey's deploying talking drones telling people to stop gathering and disperse after suffering 1,232 deaths and over 45,000 cases from the coronavirus.

This year really is dystopian.
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/stop-gathering-disperse-new-jersey-city-deploying-talking-drones-to-enforce-social-distancing

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/20 at 9:45 am


New Jersey's deploying talking drones telling people to stop gathering and disperse after suffering 1,232 deaths and over 45,000 cases from the coronavirus.

This year really is dystopian.
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/stop-gathering-disperse-new-jersey-city-deploying-talking-drones-to-enforce-social-distancing


I think we need a few talking drones over here.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Safety measures on London buses after nine driver deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/20 at 9:49 am

Passengers using some London buses will only be able to board through the middle doors as part of increased efforts to protect drivers. Nine bus workers have died in the capital after contracting coronavirus since the outbreak began. Transport for London (TfL) said the four-week trial using middle-door only boarding was in addition to measures such as enhanced cleaning. Unions want more action as some drivers said protection was "inadequate". A total of 14 public transport workers have died in the capital after contracting Covid-19. London's Mayor Sadiq Khan has called the deaths "devastating", adding that it was "really important we treat public transport workers as heroes".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/20 at 10:09 am


Welp, turns out that Boris is in stable condition and in good spirits.  :)
...and is responding to treatment.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus deaths rise by record 938 to 7,097

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/20 at 11:04 am

The number of people who have died with coronavirus in UK hospitals has risen to 7,097 - a record increase of 938 in a day. Experts warn against over-interpreting daily figures, since spikes or dips may in part reflect bottlenecks in the reporting system, rather than real changes in the trend.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Chancellor announces aid for charities

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/20 at 11:56 am

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has announced a £750m package to keep struggling charities afloat during the coronavirus pandemic. The move follows concern that some charities are facing collapse, with income shrinking because of enforced shop closures. Bigger charities such as Oxfam and Age UK have furloughed two-thirds of staff. The measures involve cash grants direct to charities providing key services during the crisis. As part of the scheme, £360m will be directly allocated by government departments to those charities. Another £370m will go to small local charities, including those delivering food and essential medicines and providing financial advice.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52221402

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PM's condition 'improving' in intensive care

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/20 at 11:57 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is "sitting up in bed" on his third day in hospital, the chancellor has told the daily coronavirus briefing. Rishi Sunak said the PM remains in intensive care "where his condition is improving". Mr Johnson was taken into intensive care on Monday, having been initially admitted to to St Thomas' Hospital in London on Sunday, 10 days after testing positive for the virus.

Subject: Covid-19 detecting apps face teething problems

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/20 at 12:33 pm

Two leading universities are trying to develop apps that listen to users' coughs and voices to predict whether they are infected with the coronavirus. But the two projects are taking different approaches to privacy. The Cambridge University effort seeks to keep volunteers anonymous, but says this is currently limiting its work.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dude111 on 04/08/20 at 1:26 pm

I hope everyone is feeling ok!!

Black Panther: I hope you feel better soon :)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): LA residents must wear masks at essential shops

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/20 at 3:55 pm

All Los Angeles residents entering essential businesses - like grocery shops and pharmacies - will soon have to wear a face covering or risk being refused service. Beginning at midnight on Friday, all workers at such businesses must also wear a mask and could face a fine or prison if they don't comply. Business owners will have to provide the masks or reimburse employees for their own. The order, from LA Mayor Eric Garcetti, is among the most aggressive mask-related policies across the US. "Cover up, save a life - it's that simple," Mr Garcetti said. Last week, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the government's public health advisory agency, issued voluntary guidance recommending that Americans use cloth masks in public settings as an added barrier to existing social distancing guidelines.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): LA residents must wear masks at essential shops

Written By: Ripley on 04/08/20 at 6:07 pm


All Los Angeles residents entering essential businesses - like grocery shops and pharmacies - will soon have to wear a face covering or risk being refused service. Beginning at midnight on Friday, all workers at such businesses must also wear a mask and could face a fine or prison if they don't comply. Business owners will have to provide the masks or reimburse employees for their own. The order, from LA Mayor Eric Garcetti, is among the most aggressive mask-related policies across the US. "Cover up, save a life - it's that simple," Mr Garcetti said. Last week, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the government's public health advisory agency, issued voluntary guidance recommending that Americans use cloth masks in public settings as an added barrier to existing social distancing guidelines.

In my city, masks are sold out everywhere but I would happily wear one if my store would get them for us.:-\\ But if such an order comes to my state or city I will just quit my job. I’d rather not risk prison for a job that is forcing it’s employees to either come to work or get fired.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/08/20 at 6:38 pm

As long as a makeshift mask is ok then I’d do it to keep my job. Actually a lot of places are only wanting a makeshift mask. To leave the real masks for the emergency workers. A guys at work brought in some that his wife made, for anyone who’s wants one. I took one just in case it becomes a requirement here. But out of like 30 people in the office only a few people took one.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Ripley on 04/08/20 at 9:08 pm

I need someone to make me one cause I suck at that kind of thing  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/08/20 at 9:26 pm


I need someone to make me one cause I suck at that kind of thing  ;D


You just gotta follow the instructions lol. Not sewing, but I was thinking of getting into knitting even before this thing blew up. I saw some tutorials, it looks really simple and relaxing.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Update from around the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 1:08 am


Australian police are investigating why passengers from the Ruby Princess were allowed to disembark although many of them were later discovered to be carrying the virus
India has seen its highest spike yet with almost 800 new cases in the past day
Over in the US, New York state has seen its biggest daily death toll of almost 800 people and the governor has ordered flags to fly at half-mast. Reported deaths across the US now exceed 14,600 - the highest after Italy
South Korea and New Zealand meanwhile continue to see their number of new cases decline
China reported two deaths in Hubei province while there were 63 new confirmed cases - 61 of which were imported
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson remains in intensive care but his condition is "improving"

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK papers: 'No end to lockdown in sight'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 1:50 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/9/eb6521d8-eb56-4fde-bdbf-8e264fa955d7.jpg

One question dominates Thursday's front pages - how long will the UK's lockdown last? It could be weeks, say the Times and the Daily Mail, while a number of headlines go further, saying there's "no end in sight". Five chief constables want to see even tougher restrictions brought in, according to the Guardian. Meanwhile, the Times reports that political leaders are preparing to unite to deliver a "stay at home this Easter" campaign. Government adverts carrying the message appear in several newspapers this morning.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Lonely Planet to scale down publishing

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 3:30 am

Guide book publishing giant Lonely Planet is among those affected by the sudden halt to global travel. The publisher has announced plans to close most of its operations in London and Melbourne. The company said it would reduce its operations for the foreseeable future and would suspend publishing the Lonely Planet magazine.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Passport Office staff told to go back to work

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 5:31 am

Staff working for Her Majesty's Passport Office believe their lives are being put at risk because of demands that they return to work. Many have been asked to go back next week, despite the ongoing coronavirus crisis, the BBC has learned. On Tuesday, staff were told by a Home Office scientific adviser 80% of people would get Covid-19 in the end and "we can't hide away from it forever". The Home Office said it was maintaining social distancing at passport offices. When and how to get staff back into the workplace are questions employers will increasingly have to grapple with across the UK. Her Majesty's Passport Office (HMPO) has centres in Belfast, Durham, Glasgow, Liverpool, London, Newport and Peterborough. The Tuesday conference call was addressed by Myrtle Lloyd, the HMPO chief operating officer.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Himalayas are visible 125 miles away in India

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 5:40 am

Himalayas are visible 125 miles away in India for 1st time in 30 years after coronavirus lockdown saw pollution plummet.

https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/11356594/himalayas-visible-india-coronavirus-pollution

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): British farmers forced to throw away milk

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 6:07 am

Concerns have been raised about the UK's dairy industry amid disruption to the supply chain during the pandemic. Some dairy farms - including this one in the Midlands - say they are having to throw away thousands of litres of fresh milk and fear going out of business. Union bosses are now calling for a crisis meeting with the government. Ministers say they have already put measures in place to support the sector and are working closely with farmers.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PM Boris Johnson 'continues to improve'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 7:26 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson had a "good night" in London's St Thomas' Hospital and his condition "continues to improve", according to his official spokesman. Mr Johnson was "still in good spirits", the spokesman said, and had thanked the NHS for the “brilliant care” he was receiving, the spokesman added. Mr Johnson is said to be continuing with “standard oxygen treatment” and it appears he has not taken part in any drug trials for Covid-19, the disease caused by the coronavirus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): LA residents must wear masks at essential shops

Written By: Howard on 04/09/20 at 7:50 am


In my city, masks are sold out everywhere but I would happily wear one if my store would get them for us.:-\\ But if such an order comes to my state or city I will just quit my job. I’d rather not risk prison for a job that is forcing it’s employees to either come to work or get fired.


I see a lot of customers are wearing them but after that they discard the gloves and masks on the ground like a pig!  8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/09/20 at 7:51 am


As long as a makeshift mask is ok then I’d do it to keep my job. Actually a lot of places are only wanting a makeshift mask. To leave the real masks for the emergency workers. A guys at work brought in some that his wife made, for anyone who’s wants one. I took one just in case it becomes a requirement here. But out of like 30 people in the office only a few people took one.


Do you make one by scratch?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): British farmers forced to throw away milk

Written By: karen on 04/09/20 at 8:34 am


Concerns have been raised about the UK's dairy industry amid disruption to the supply chain during the pandemic. Some dairy farms - including this one in the Midlands - say they are having to throw away thousands of litres of fresh milk and fear going out of business. Union bosses are now calling for a crisis meeting with the government. Ministers say they have already put measures in place to support the sector and are working closely with farmers.


Some shops are limiting how many bottles of milk you buy. Daft really because the cows still need milking, so as long as they can still get it to the dairy/bottling plant there will always be milk available

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): LA residents must wear masks at essential shops

Written By: karen on 04/09/20 at 8:34 am


I see a lot of customers are wearing them but after that they discard the gloves and masks on the ground like a pig!  8-P


This annoys me as well. Take them home at put them in your own bin.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): LA residents must wear masks at essential shops

Written By: Howard on 04/09/20 at 8:36 am


This annoys me as well. Take them home at put them in your own bin.


or just throw them in the garbage that's where they should be! ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 8:36 am


Some shops are limiting how many bottles of milk you buy. Daft really because the cows still need milking, so as long as they can still get it to the dairy/bottling plant there will always be milk available
True, cows are certainly once a day, sometimes twice, unless it is the containers/cartons in the supply chain?

Never had problems with milk bottles (or than those that get broken) before?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/09/20 at 8:38 am

https://st.depositphotos.com/2297029/4290/i/950/depositphotos_42901089-stock-photo-medical-gloves-on-the-ground.jpg

https://shawglobalnews.files.wordpress.com/2020/03/masks-1.jpg?quality=70&strip=all&w=720

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): England reports 765 new coronavirus deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 8:44 am

NHS England has recorded 765 new deaths in hospital from coronavirus. It said that 140 of them occurred yesterday, while 568 took place between 1 April and 7 April. The remaining 57 deaths took place in March, including two on 19 March and one on 16 March.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/09/20 at 8:54 am


https://st.depositphotos.com/2297029/4290/i/950/depositphotos_42901089-stock-photo-medical-gloves-on-the-ground.jpg

https://shawglobalnews.files.wordpress.com/2020/03/masks-1.jpg?quality=70&strip=all&w=720


During a essential food errand, I had to litter my latex gloves at the store parking lot since my stepmom told me to. I feel really bad about it, considering the hard work that employees have to go through with customers inside the store. And now they have to pick up contaminated gloves and wipes.  8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/09/20 at 9:01 am


I see a lot of customers are wearing them but after that they discard the gloves and masks on the ground like a pig!  8-P


It was in the news here too.


Do you make one by scratch?


Here’s the one I got. I’ll just keep it in my coat pocket in case I end up going anywhere and they require it.

It’s really simple. You could probably use fabric glue if you can’t sew. Or poke holes and use yarn. Or staples facing out so you don’t scratch yourself. It looks like you start with a piece of fabric about 9”x 14”. Fold the 14” in half to double the thickness so now you have 9” x 7” and seal the edges. Now put about 6 folds back and forth in the 7” direction to get it down to about 3 1/2”. This one has folds up at 1 1/2”, down at 1/2”, up at 1”, down at 1/2”, up at 1”, down at 1/2”. Seal the edges. Then lay a piece of elastic about 11” long along each short end, with the end joint at the middle of the short end of the fabric. Fold over the fabric about 1/2” to contain the elastic and seal it good because this is the part that takes all the force.

That’s just one way of doing it. The key is the folds to let the mask expand out and fit over your nose. That and anchoring the elastic good. Don’t want it to fail at a bad time. If it was me I’d probably make the elastic longer and run it right through the mask so it can’t fail, then tie the loops to whatever fits me best.

The fabric looks like linen from a bedsheet. For the elastic I don’t see why you couldn’t cut up a pair of underwear that you will be retiring soon. Or maybe the same fitted sheet that you get the fabric from. Even rubber bands might work. Just thinking of ways to do this  with stuff on hand, without having to go shopping.

Mind you I’m an engineer not a seamstress. If this helps anyone then I’m glad.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Police warning after 660 parties shut down

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 9:11 am

Greater Manchester Police has warned people not to breach lockdown rules over Easter after it had to break up 660 parties last weekend. Chief Constable Ian Hopkins said "each and every one of us need take this seriously". There were 1,132 coronavirus-related breaches reported between Saturday and Tuesday, the force said. That included 494 house parties - some with DJs, fireworks and bouncy castles - and 166 street parties. One woman in Bury became the first person in Greater Manchester to be charged under the Coronavirus Act 2020 after police had to repeatedly shut down one of the parties. The force also had to deal with 122 different groups gathering to play sports, 173 more gatherings in parks and 112 incidents of anti-social behaviour and public disorder. Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham said such behaviour was "completely unacceptable". "They are putting everybody at risk," he said.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 04/09/20 at 9:39 am


It was in the news here too.

Here’s the one I got. I’ll just keep it in my coat pocket in case I end up going anywhere and they require it.

It’s really simple. You could probably use fabric glue if you can’t sew. Or poke holes and use yarn. Or staples facing out so you don’t scratch yourself. It looks like you start with a piece of fabric about 9”x 14”. Fold the 14” in half to double the thickness so now you have 9” x 7” and seal the edges. Now put about 6 folds back and forth in the 7” direction to get it down to about 3 1/2”. This one has folds up at 1 1/2”, down at 1/2”, up at 1”, down at 1/2”, up at 1”, down at 1/2”. Seal the edges. Then lay a piece of elastic about 11” long along each short end, with the end joint at the middle of the short end of the fabric. Fold over the fabric about 1/2” to contain the elastic and seal it good because this is the part that takes all the force.

That’s just one way of doing it. The key is the folds to let the mask expand out and fit over your nose. That and anchoring the elastic good. Don’t want it to fail at a bad time.

The fabric looks like linen from a bedsheet. For the elastic I don’t see why you couldn’t cut up a pair of underwear that you will be retiring soon. Or maybe the same fitted sheet that you get the fabric from. Even rubber bands might work. Just thinking of ways to do this  with stuff on hand, without having to go shopping.

Mind you I’m an engineer not a seamstress. If this helps anyone then I’m glad.


Here's a tutorial that Cat posted here a while ago and is worth reposting. It's super easy. I have since tried it and it works. It says to cut the cloth 16x16 but I found this a bit small. I made it 18x18. There are flaps that stick out the back of your head and it won't win any fashion contests, but, hey, this is a matter of survival.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vP3VzMQQJrc

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Confirmed global cases pass 1.5 million

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 9:43 am

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases has reached 1.5 million globally, according to the latest figures from Johns Hopkins University. That indicates a rise of half a million in six days, after the total hit a million on Friday. The actual number is thought to be much higher as most people experiencing mild symptoms have not been tested. Almost 90,000 people have died globally and more than 337,000 have recovered, according to the US university's figures. The US has the highest number of confirmed cases with more than 432,000 followed by Spain, Italy and Germany. Italy has the highest death toll with more than 17,000 losing their lives. More than 15,000 have died in Spain and France has hit 10,000 deaths. The UK has seen more than 7,000 deaths and has more than 60,000 confirmed cases.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/09/20 at 9:52 am


Here's a tutorial that Cat posted here a while ago and is worth reposting. It's super easy. I have since tried it and it works. It says to cut the cloth 16x16 but I found this a bit small. I made it 18x18. There are flaps that stick out the back of your head and it won't win any fashion contests, but, hey, this is a matter of survival.


I didn’t see that. Thanks for the repost. I love it. Easy to make with stuff on hand, easily adjustable, easily washable and replaceable. Also more secure, don’t have to worry about it popping off if you have to remove your glasses.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 04/09/20 at 9:54 am


I didn’t see that. Thanks for the repost. I love it. Easy to make with stuff on hand, easily adjustable, easily washable and replaceable. Also more secure, don’t have to worry about it popping off if you have to remove your glasses.


Also, if people don't have the hair ties I suspect rubber bands will work just as well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/09/20 at 10:00 am


During a essential food errand, I had to litter my latex gloves at the store parking lot since my stepmom told me to. I feel really bad about it, considering the hard work that employees have to go through with customers inside the store. And now they have to pick up contaminated gloves and wipes.  8-P


Don’t you have your own bin at home? If you don’t touch them once they are in the bin you can’t catch anything from them. Much better than making work for someone else.
(Not blaming you, blaming your stepmom. Although wasn’t there a waste bin at the store?)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/09/20 at 10:01 am


Also, if people don't have the hair ties I suspect rubber bands will work just as well.


Yes and if you don’t have a paper clip then use a hair barrette or bag sealing clip.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/09/20 at 10:01 am


Also, if people don't have the hair ties I suspect rubber bands will work just as well.


My only worry with rubber bands is whether they can take the heat of a hot wash (60 deg C must be around 150 F?)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 04/09/20 at 10:03 am


My only worry with rubber bands is whether they can take the heat of a hot wash (60 deg C must be around 150 F?)


The rubber bands are removable. The only thing that gets washed is the cloth. Then the mask is easily reassembled.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/09/20 at 10:11 am


The rubber bands are removable. The only thing that gets washed is the cloth. Then the mask is easily reassembled.


OK, that’s fine then. I’ll admit that I hadn’t looked at this particular design, the ones I saw had the elastic permanently fixed in between the two layers of fabric.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Can I go out in the sun?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 12:13 pm

Can I go out in the sun?

"NO"

With warm weather forecast in parts of the UK over Easter, the government has appealed for people to stick to the restrictions on movement. These say people should go out as little as possible and only leave if they have a "reasonable excuse". This includes:


Exercise - alone, or with members of your household
Shopping for basic necessities
Any medical need, or providing care for a vulnerable person
Travel to or from work, but only when you cannot work from home



Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Andy Murray to play virtual tennis tournament

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 1:02 pm

British tennis star Andy Murray will take part in an online computer game version of the Madrid Open, which was postponed because of coronavirus. Murray is one of 16 male and 16 female tennis players who will play from their own homes in the Mutua Madrid Open Virtual Pro from 27 to 30 April. The tournament will be shown on television and online. Some money will be raised for charity from the event.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): BREAKING PM Johnson out of Intensive Care

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 1:25 pm

BREAKING NEWS:

Good news.

PM Boris Johnson is out of intensive care and back in the original ward he was in before. He is in good spirits, feeling relieved, and chatting away.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The 8pm appreciation applause

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 2:06 pm

Tonight's applause for the NHS and other key workers was well participated in my area.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Lockdown well into May is best-case scenario

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 2:37 pm

Amid all the speculation about when and how the UK’s lockdown may be relaxed, it’s worth looking back at the original scientific advice that led to the measures in the first place.

It makes clear that nothing is likely change soon.

The government’s scientific advisory committee SAGE has always suggested that a 13-week programme of interventions will be needed.

And although that sounds like very precise timing, it all depends on how the British public respond.

The scientists made a fairly pessimistic assumption: that only 50% of households would observe the requirements.

So what might a timetable look like? Once the peak in daily deaths has been reached – possibly in the next week or so – even the best-case scenario suggests that it will take a month or two for the numbers dying to fall to low levels.

That gets us well into May and maybe to early June, and it’ll be a brave political decision to ease the restrictions any earlier if there’s a risk of a "second peak", a resurgence of the virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/09/20 at 3:06 pm


During a essential food errand, I had to litter my latex gloves at the store parking lot since my stepmom told me to. I feel really bad about it, considering the hard work that employees have to go through with customers inside the store. And now they have to pick up contaminated gloves and wipes.  8-P



I see the same thing in Stop N Shop's parking lot when people litter their masks, gloves and wipes, I don't understand why customers can't go to the garbage can and walk to it and I try to work in cleaning the wagons out as best as I can but sometimes I leave the gloves in the wagons just for spite.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): BREAKING PM Johnson out of Intensive Care

Written By: Howard on 04/09/20 at 3:10 pm


BREAKING NEWS:

Good news.

PM Boris Johnson is out of intensive care and back in the original ward he was in before. He is in good spirits, feeling relieved, and chatting away.


That's Good News. :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The 8pm appreciation applause

Written By: karen on 04/09/20 at 3:40 pm


Tonight's applause for the NHS and other key workers was well participated in my area.


I live right at the head of a t junction where two main roads meet. The houses across the road are quite far away so there isn’t the “community” feel you get elsewhere. A few people did come out to their gates and the cars stopped at the traffic lights tooted their horns occasionally as well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 3:42 pm


I live right at the head of a t junction where two main roads meet. The houses across the road are quite far away so there isn’t the “community” feel you get elsewhere. A few people did come out to their gates and the cars stopped at the traffic lights tooted their horns occasionally as well.
Splendid!

I believe that ships on the Mersey sounded their horns in appreciation.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): World's first coronavirus film set for release

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 4:08 pm

Believe it or not, a movie has already been made about coronavirus. "Corona: Fear is a Virus" - which will be available on streaming platforms later this month - is about seven people trapped in a lift and the chaos that ensues when one of them starts to cough. Director Mostafa Keshvari started the film after the outbreak in China but before it became a global pandemic. Film critic Noah Gittell says it might be too soon for people to process the trauma but adds there is nothing unethical about releasing a coronavirus film now.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK minister defends visiting parents during lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/09/20 at 4:09 pm

UK Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick has defended visiting his parents during the coronavirus lockdown - as reported in The Guardian. In a tweet he said: "For clarity - my parents asked me to deliver some essentials - including medicines. "They are both self-isolating due to age and my father's medical condition and I respected social distancing rules."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/09/20 at 7:40 pm

Michigan governor finally revised the stay at home order going into effect at midnight. No more travel to vacation homes from within the state. So basically from Detroit area which is the huge hotspot of the state.  They can still come in from out of state which we don’t like but at least it’s an improvement. Many towns have put the brakes on vacation rentals too.

Currently we have 21504 confirmed cases, 1076 deaths, and just 56 recoveries. That’s like a 5% survival rate for finished cases. Pretty grim. But the thing is only the worst people are qualified for a test. The numbers been slowing down since practically everything is closed. Had we stayed on track of 2 weeks ago we would have been at about 84000 confirmed cases today. But it could just be that we are testing less. We have always been short on supplies but especially since our governor had a dispute with president trump.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Philippine churches turn to livestream

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 12:36 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/10/9a01708f-f35a-4334-a112-4fbd1210b80b.jpg

Filipinos are proud that their country is the only Christian-majority nation in South East Asia. More than three-quarters of its population are Roman Catholic and on big occasions like Good Friday, hundreds of thousands normally flock to churches for special services. But with strict quarantine measures in place, mass gatherings are prohibited. In recent weeks, images have appeared of small gatherings divided with yellow tape to ensure social distancing. Bishops are also taking to social media to broadcast services across the country. In an online service streamed last night, Caloocan Bishop Pablo Virgilio David compared Covid-19 to the devil. “Once it gets into us, the battle becomes more difficult,” said Bishop David. “A ventilator is needed. In the spiritual virus, the Holy Spirit is the ventilator.” There are 4,076 virus cases and 203 deaths in the Philippines, say local reports.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Easter-themed government advert

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 1:27 am

A number of Easter-themed government adverts will be running in newspapers and on social media urging people to stay at home during the holiday.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/cpsprodpb/C516/production/_111745405_tdfgvszd.jpg

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris Johnson must rest up, says PM's father

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 1:55 am

Boris Johnson's father has said the prime minister "must rest up" after he was moved from intensive care at St Thomas' Hospital. Stanley Johnson told the BBC's Today: "He took one for the team and we've got to make sure we play properly now."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Singapore scraps classroom Zoom after hack

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 3:15 am

Singapore has suspended the use of video-conferencing app Zoom for teachers after hackers reportedly hijacked an online lesson. In one incident, they apparently showed students lewd pictures. A pupil's mother said the hackers also asked the girls in the class to flash them, reported local outlet Today. The country's Ministry of Education said it would look into the "very serious incidents". All schools in Singapore have now been shut, with students doing home-based learning. This is not the first time Zoom has been criticised for its safety and privacy issues.

More on how safe is Zoom here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52033217

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): When will the UK lockdown end?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 4:11 am

Frankly, it is not know.

The current coronavirus restrictions, which were brought in on 23 March, are due to be officially reviewed next week. Prof Neil Ferguson of Imperial College London, who worked on the modelling the government advice is based on, believes it will be "several more weeks" until it is clear whether coronavirus restrictions in the UK can be lifted. He tells the BBC's Today programme it will take that long to "definitively conclude anything about the rate of decline". Asked about a potential exit strategy, he says: "We clearly don’t want these measures to continue any longer than is absolutely necessary. "But we do want to find a set of policies which maintain the suppression of transmission of this virus. "Without doubt, measures will be targeted, probably, by age, by geography and we will need to introduce, in my view… much larger levels of testing." He adds that working out how to end the lockdown is the "number one topic and priority, every waking minute" for the scientific community and the government.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/10/20 at 4:28 am

I don’t think they should start even talking about ending the lock down yet. There are still people not taking it seriously. As soon as there is any speculation about it ending some will take it as an indication to go back to completely normal behaviour

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 4:32 am


I don’t think they should start even talking about ending the lock down yet. There are still people not taking it seriously. As soon as there is any speculation about it ending some will take it as an indication to go back to completely normal behaviour
This Easter Weekend will be the true test how serious the lockdown is taken. Last night on the radio they were discussing the fact that some younger generations of today do not watch or pay attention to radio or television warnings of this dire situation, as in regard to those house parties in Manchester. This gathering will just make the lockdown last longer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/10/20 at 4:53 am


This Easter Weekend will be the true test how serious the lockdown is taken. Last night on the radio they were discussing the fact that some younger generations of today do not watch or pay attention to radio or television warnings of this dire situation, as in regard to those house parties in Manchester. This gathering will just make the lockdown last longer.


I get that they may not watch the news in the same way, but they must know about the lockdown. No one can exist in that much of a bubble. They just don’t care or think it won’t happen to them.

Also the initial reports of young people not really suffering from it misled many into thinking it wasn’t important for them to follow all the social distancing rules. The knock on effects weren’t explained.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 4:58 am


I get that they may not watch the news in the same way, but they must know about the lockdown. No one can exist in that much of a bubble. They just don’t care or think it won’t happen to them.

Also the initial reports of young people not really suffering from it misled many into thinking it wasn’t important for them to follow all the social distancing rules. The knock on effects weren’t explained.
Exactly.

I hear reports that young children can carry the virus but are not affected by it.

Something else I heard is the notion that the virus can be blood related depending on the which blood group a person has (also, genetics and ethnicity), I wish to hear more on this.

Subject: Covid-19: Oxford English Dictionary expands to reflect ‘extraordinary’ pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 6:06 am

Covid-19, self-isolate and elbow bump feature in a “significant update” to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) prompted by the coronavirus pandemic. The dictionary has added a slate of new words and terms, including social distancing, infodemic and to flatten the curve, which have come into use during the outbreak. The OED usually publishes four updates a year but breaks this cycle in exceptional circumstances.

https://www.expressandstar.com/news/uk-news/2020/04/09/oxford-english-dictionary-expands-to-reflect-extraordinary-pandemic/

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Spain sees lowest fatalities since 24 March

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 6:34 am

Spain is second only to Italy in the number of deaths in the coronavirus pandemic. It has reported another 605 deaths in the past 24 hours, taking its official total to 15,843. But that figure for new deaths is the lowest for 17 days and a further sign that the outbreak is past its peak in Spain. The country's state of alert has been in place since 14 March and the mortality rate peaked in early April. Spain has seen 157,022 cases, more than Italy, and yet the daily rate of increase in new infections recorded - 4,576 - is also down to 3%. That's the lowest since the outbreak started, the El País newspaper reports. Over 55,000 patients have recovered. A look at the health ministry map shows the spread of infections per 100,000 people in the past two weeks. The Madrid region is worst affected.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Global virus deaths near 100,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 7:06 am

Almost 96,000 people have died across the globe with coronavirus, according to statistics compiled by Johns Hopkins University. Nearly 18,300 deaths have been recorded in Italy, 16,686 in the US - including more than 5,000 in New York city alone - and 15,447 in Spain, the university says (although its figures can vary from those issued by governments). The true global number is likely to be higher because many countries have not included deaths outside of hospitals in their statistics. However, it's worth noting that some experts say many of those dying with Covid-19 might have died in a short period anyway - because many victims are old, frail and have underlying health conditions.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/10/17b674ec-eb83-455a-9e08-553ede3f0fbb.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Virtual 10K race in bid to keep decades-old event going

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 7:39 am

People are being invited to take part in a virtual version of a 10K race in Oxford. The city's Town and Gown event, which raises money for Muscular Dystrophy UK, had been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, organisers now want people to take part by running in their gardens or driveways, in a bid to keep the 39-year-old event going. Runners can take part until 6 May.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): World's first coronavirus film set for release

Written By: Howard on 04/10/20 at 7:46 am


Believe it or not, a movie has already been made about coronavirus. "Corona: Fear is a Virus" - which will be available on streaming platforms later this month - is about seven people trapped in a lift and the chaos that ensues when one of them starts to cough. Director Mostafa Keshvari started the film after the outbreak in China but before it became a global pandemic. Film critic Noah Gittell says it might be too soon for people to process the trauma but adds there is nothing unethical about releasing a coronavirus film now.


What is it rated? PG, PG13, or R?

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Oxford English Dictionary expands to reflect ‘extraordinary’ pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/10/20 at 7:51 am


Covid-19, self-isolate and elbow bump feature in a “significant update” to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) prompted by the coronavirus pandemic. The dictionary has added a slate of new words and terms, including social distancing, infodemic and to flatten the curve, which have come into use during the outbreak. The OED usually publishes four updates a year but breaks this cycle in exceptional circumstances.

https://www.expressandstar.com/news/uk-news/2020/04/09/oxford-english-dictionary-expands-to-reflect-extraordinary-pandemic/


This will be for the 2020 version of the dictionary so they can keep up with what words and phrases that come out.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 7:54 am


What is it rated? PG, PG13, or R?
Not yet known, and I am keeping my eye open for it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Virtual 10K race in bid to keep decades-old event going

Written By: karen on 04/10/20 at 8:14 am


People are being invited to take part in a virtual version of a 10K race in Oxford. The city's Town and Gown event, which raises money for Muscular Dystrophy UK, had been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, organisers now want people to take part by running in their gardens or driveways, in a bid to keep the 39-year-old event going. Runners can take part until 6 May.


Next weekend (18 and 19 April) should have been the Oxford Folk Weekend. We would have gone down to Morris dance and maybe go to a concert or the ceilidh. Now the whole thing is going online. Some events will be free and some will be ticket only events, viewable via a password linked Zoom “broadcast”.

I am thinking of going to the COVID kitchen ceilidh. I might be able to persuade James to join me.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Singapore scraps classroom Zoom after hack

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/10/20 at 8:42 am


Singapore has suspended the use of video-conferencing app Zoom for teachers after hackers reportedly hijacked an online lesson. In one incident, they apparently showed students lewd pictures. A pupil's mother said the hackers also asked the girls in the class to flash them, reported local outlet Today. The country's Ministry of Education said it would look into the "very serious incidents". All schools in Singapore have now been shut, with students doing home-based learning. This is not the first time Zoom has been criticised for its safety and privacy issues.

More on how safe is Zoom here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52033217


In the news here just the other day was a virtual city meeting in the town where I work. It got zoombombed with porn and stuff.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 8:46 am


In the news here just the other day was a virtual city meeting in the town where I work. It got zoombombed with porn and stuff.
Something that needs to be looked at in the Zoom department?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Singapore scraps classroom Zoom after hack

Written By: karen on 04/10/20 at 9:01 am


In the news here just the other day was a virtual city meeting in the town where I work. It got zoombombed with porn and stuff.


You need to make the meetings private and give everyone a password. The problem is that city meetings or local council meetings in the UK need to be open to the public. Maybe they need to find another method.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Further 866 deaths announced in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 9:56 am

NHS England has announced 866 further deaths of people who had tested positive for Covid-19. It brings the total number of confirmed deaths in hospitals in England to 8,114. Of the new deaths announced today, 117 occurred on 9 April, 720 between 1 April and 8 April, and 29 in March.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Easter Sunday service

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 9:58 am

The Archbishop of Canterbury leads the first national digital Easter Sunday service from his kitchen.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 10:13 am


You need to make the meetings private and give everyone a password. The problem is that city meetings or local council meetings in the UK need to be open to the public. Maybe they need to find another method.
An online video chat for fans of BBC Radio 4 series The Archers had to be abandoned after being bombarded with pornography and Nazi swastikas.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52243209

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Footballer Jimmy Greaves has not suffered another stroke

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 12:02 pm

Tottenham say their record goalscorer Jimmy Greaves remains in hospital but "has not tested positive for Covid-19 nor suffered another stroke". The World Cup winner, 80, was admitted on Tuesday for an unspecified illness. Greaves, who scored 44 goals in 57 games for England, suffered a severe stroke in 2015. "Jimmy’s family has asked us to pass on their thanks for all the well wishes and positive messages," added a statement on Tottenham's website.

Subject: Boris Johnson taking short walks as care continues

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 2:04 pm

Boris Johnson is taking short walks between periods of rest as part of the care he is receiving for coronavirus. The prime minister has also thanked the team looking after him for the "incredible care" he has received, a Downing Street spokesman said. Mr Johnson was taken to hospital on Sunday - 10 days after testing positive. Earlier on Friday, his father said Mr Johnson "must rest up" after he was moved from intensive care. Stanley Johnson spoke of his "relief" that his son had begun his recovery, adding that he thought his illness had "got the whole country to realise this is a serious event". The No 10 spokesman said: " has spoken to his doctors and thanks the whole clinical team for the incredible care he has received. "His thoughts are with those affected by this terrible disease."

Subject: Re: Boris Johnson taking short walks as care continues

Written By: Sman12 on 04/10/20 at 2:14 pm


Boris Johnson is taking short walks between periods of rest as part of the care he is receiving for coronavirus. The prime minister has also thanked the team looking after him for the "incredible care" he has received, a Downing Street spokesman said. Mr Johnson was taken to hospital on Sunday - 10 days after testing positive. Earlier on Friday, his father said Mr Johnson "must rest up" after he was moved from intensive care. Stanley Johnson spoke of his "relief" that his son had begun his recovery, adding that he thought his illness had "got the whole country to realise this is a serious event". The No 10 spokesman said: " has spoken to his doctors and thanks the whole clinical team for the incredible care he has received. "His thoughts are with those affected by this terrible disease."


Glad to see Boris doing well. This virus doesn't discriminate.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Football legend Dalglish tests positive for virus

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 2:30 pm

Liverpool and Scotland football legend Sir Kenny Dalglish has tested positive for coronavirus and is in hospital but showing no symptoms. The 69-year-old was admitted to hospital on Wednesday for treatment of an infection and tested positive for Covid-19 after a routine test. His family said in a statement "he looks forward to being home soon". Dalglish played over 500 games for Liverpool and also managed the club on two occasions. He also won more than 100 caps for Scotland.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Turkey orders 48-hour curfew

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/20 at 4:24 pm

Turkey has imposed a two-day curfew in 31 of its largest cities as it attempts to stem the spread of the coronavirus. The country’s interior minister said all residents in those cities, including the capital Ankara and Istanbul, will be required to stay at home from midnight on Friday. Warm and sunny weather has been forecast for much of the country over the weekend, prompting concern social-distancing rules may be flouted. Turkey’s coronavirus death toll jumped by 98 on Friday, with the total now at 1,006. Its total number of confirmed cases is now 47,029, a rise of 4,747 in 24 hours.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/10/20 at 8:02 pm


Number of deaths milestones

March 19 – 10,000+
March 25 – 20,000+
March 28 – 30,000+
March 31 – 40,000+
April 2 – 50,000+
April 4 - 60,000+


Number of deaths milestones

March 19 – 10,000+
March 25 – 20,000+
March 28 – 30,000+
March 31 – 40,000+
April 2 – 50,000+
April 4 – 60,000+
April 6 – 70,000+
April 7 – 80,000+
April 9 – 90,000+
April 10 – 100,000+


There is reason to believe the number of death is being under-reported: https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/2020/04/03/covid-19s-death-toll-appears-higher-than-official-figures-suggest

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/10/20 at 8:13 pm


Number of deaths milestones

March 19 – 10,000+
March 25 – 20,000+
March 28 – 30,000+
March 31 – 40,000+
April 2 – 50,000+
April 4 – 60,000+
April 6 – 70,000+
April 7 – 80,000+
April 9 – 90,000+
April 10 – 100,000+


There is reason to believe the number of death is being under-reported: https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/2020/04/03/covid-19s-death-toll-appears-higher-than-official-figures-suggest


Last 2 figures are doubling every 8 days instead of 6. Wish I could see the article without signing up for something.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/10/20 at 9:26 pm


Last 2 figures are doubling every 8 days instead of 6. Wish I could see the article without signing up for something.


My bad. I can post it in the politics section and hope I don't get hit with copyright claims.

http://www.inthe00s.com/index.php?topic=32116.msg3911204#msg3911204

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/10/20 at 9:36 pm


My bad. I can post it in the politics section and hope I don't get hit with copyright claims.

http://www.inthe00s.com/index.php?topic=32116.msg3911204#msg3911204


Got it, thanks!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/11/20 at 7:50 am

Over 500,000 cases in the U.S. with nearly 20,000 deaths. It's such a major tragedy.  :\'(

So with that being said, I don't think we should "reopen the country" early, because we could be seeing a second wave of infections. The Trump administration should take it one small step at a time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/11/20 at 8:08 am

I was speaking to my mother in law yesterday. She asked me about something she’d heard about Trump. Apparently he said either he had taken part in a vaccine trial or that he volunteered to have the vaccine tested on himself when it was available. She wasn’t quite sure which it was.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/11/20 at 8:31 am


I was speaking to my mother in law yesterday. She asked me about something she’d heard about Trump. Apparently he said either he had taken part in a vaccine trial or that he volunteered to have the vaccine tested on himself when it was available. She wasn’t quite sure which it was.


Is this what she possibly meant? Trump wanting an exclusive vaccine from Germany?

https://www.businessinsider.com/coronavirus-germany-covid-19-vaccine-not-for-sale-donald-trump-2020-3

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/11/20 at 10:18 am

https://www.reddit.com/r/dataisbeautiful/comments/fyqno3/?utm_content=title&utm_medium=post_embed&utm_name=0c2938aa9dd043069761ac4308c17e1c&utm_source=embedly&utm_term=fyqno3

Interesting little video.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/11/20 at 10:46 am


https://www.reddit.com/r/dataisbeautiful/comments/fyqno3/?utm_content=title&utm_medium=post_embed&utm_name=0c2938aa9dd043069761ac4308c17e1c&utm_source=embedly&utm_term=fyqno3

Interesting little video.


I really like how creative the video was with the tiny "death" squares forming bigger block towers as weekly deaths increase. But it's a sad reality regardless.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/11/20 at 10:58 am


Is this what she possibly meant? Trump wanting an exclusive vaccine from Germany?

https://www.businessinsider.com/coronavirus-germany-covid-19-vaccine-not-for-sale-donald-trump-2020-3


Maybe, she had heard it from a friend living in Spain, so it could have been lost in translation somewhere

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/11/20 at 11:17 am

Residents from the town of Belper, Derbyshire have started to add a daily "Moo" to break up the routine of being in lockdown.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-derbyshire-52252003

"At 18:30 every evening locals in Belper, Derbyshire, gather on doorsteps and lean out of bedroom windows for a two-minute cattle chorus.
Jasper Ward said the bovine bellow was a way to make staying in "a little bit more bearable".
"The crazy people of this town have taken to it like cows to grass," he said.
Speaking on BBC 5 Live, Mr Ward said he expected the project to last for a few days and end with him being "ridiculed on social media".
"But we're three weeks in and at six thirty there's a chorus of moos," he said."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/11/20 at 11:21 am


Residents from the town of Belper, Derbyshire have started to add a daily "Moo" to break up the routine of being in lockdown.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-derbyshire-52252003

"At 18:30 every evening locals in Belper, Derbyshire, gather on doorsteps and lean out of bedroom windows for a two-minute cattle chorus.
Jasper Ward said the bovine bellow was a way to make staying in "a little bit more bearable".
"The crazy people of this town have taken to it like cows to grass," he said.
Speaking on BBC 5 Live, Mr Ward said he expected the project to last for a few days and end with him being "ridiculed on social media".
"But we're three weeks in and at six thirty there's a chorus of moos," he said."


All these spring animals just coming out must be thinking WTF happened

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/11/20 at 11:41 am

As the ice thaws from the lakes, Michigan has put a stop to motorized watercraft as part of the stay at home order. However they say you can still use a rowboat, canoe, kayak, sailboat. It has to be considered physical activity. I’m not sure what the difference is in regards to social distancing. A sailboat still requires use of the same launch facility. And any watercraft is an excellent way of keeping great distance between each other, especially faster craft. I don’t own a watercraft so it doesn’t affect me but I don’t understand this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 04/11/20 at 12:06 pm

More tone-deaf celebrity news.


Justin Bieber And Kendall Jenner Face Backlash For Their Tone-Deaf Comments About Privilege And The Coronavirus:

www.buzzfeed.com/ryanschocket2/justin-bieber-kendall-jenner-tonedeaf-comments-coronavirus

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/11/20 at 12:44 pm


More tone-deaf celebrity news.


Justin Bieber And Kendall Jenner Face Backlash For Their Tone-Deaf Comments About Privilege And The Coronavirus:

www.buzzfeed.com/ryanschocket2/justin-bieber-kendall-jenner-tonedeaf-comments-coronavirus


These people are pathetic. Enough said. His album was terrible anyways.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/11/20 at 1:35 pm


These people are pathetic. Enough said. His album was terrible anyways.


Compared to what he could have said I didn’t think it was all that bad to be honest. At least he recognises that some people have a reason to be complaining.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 04/11/20 at 2:09 pm


Compared to what he could have said I didn’t think it was all that bad to be honest. At least he recognises that some people have a reason to be complaining.


Yes, I suppose you are right, but it definitely had a whiff of "let them eat cake" about it.  ;)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/11/20 at 2:17 pm


Number of deaths milestones

March 19 – 10,000+
March 25 – 20,000+
March 28 – 30,000+
March 31 – 40,000+
April 2 – 50,000+
April 4 – 60,000+
April 6 – 70,000+
April 7 – 80,000+
April 9 – 90,000+
April 10 – 100,000+


There is reason to believe the number of death is being under-reported: https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/2020/04/03/covid-19s-death-toll-appears-higher-than-official-figures-suggest



Wow, this pandemic is just wiping out the whole world!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/11/20 at 2:19 pm


Over 500,000 cases in the U.S. with nearly 20,000 deaths. It's such a major tragedy.  :\'(

So with that being said, I don't think we should "reopen the country" early, because we could be seeing a second wave of infections. The Trump administration should take it one small step at a time.


I don't understand, within the past 5 months there has been a tremendous amount of people that have passed away from this virus!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/11/20 at 3:51 pm


Number of deaths milestones

March 19 – 10,000+
March 25 – 20,000+
March 28 – 30,000+
March 31 – 40,000+
April 2 – 50,000+
April 4 – 60,000+
April 6 – 70,000+
April 7 – 80,000+
April 9 – 90,000+
April 10 – 100,000+


There is reason to believe the number of death is being under-reported: https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/2020/04/03/covid-19s-death-toll-appears-higher-than-official-figures-suggest


It’s like the signs they used to have at McDonald’s “13 billion served”.

Subject: Coronavirus: Pope Francis urges people not to 'yield to fear'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 1:23 am

Pope Francis has urged people not to "yield to fear" over coronavirus, calling on them to be "messengers of life in a time of death". The leader of the Roman Catholic Church was speaking at his Easter vigil service on Saturday evening in an almost empty St Peter's Basilica. Members of the world's 1.3 billion Catholic community could follow a live stream of the service. Lockdown measures are still in place across Italy, hard hit by the pandemic.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-52258562

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 1:52 am


Residents from the town of Belper, Derbyshire have started to add a daily "Moo" to break up the routine of being in lockdown.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-derbyshire-52252003

"At 18:30 every evening locals in Belper, Derbyshire, gather on doorsteps and lean out of bedroom windows for a two-minute cattle chorus.
Jasper Ward said the bovine bellow was a way to make staying in "a little bit more bearable".
"The crazy people of this town have taken to it like cows to grass," he said.
Speaking on BBC 5 Live, Mr Ward said he expected the project to last for a few days and end with him being "ridiculed on social media".
"But we're three weeks in and at six thirty there's a chorus of moos," he said."
...the streets are alive with the sound of moosic?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris Johnson 'owes his life to NHS staff'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 2:34 am

Boris Johnson has said he owes his life to the NHS staff treating him for coronavirus. The prime minister, 55, thanked medics at St Thomas' hospital in London, where he continues to recover after spending three nights in intensive care.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Football legend Dalglish released from hospital

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 3:07 am


Liverpool and Scotland football legend Sir Kenny Dalglish has tested positive for coronavirus and is in hospital but showing no symptoms. The 69-year-old was admitted to hospital on Wednesday for treatment of an infection and tested positive for Covid-19 after a routine test. His family said in a statement "he looks forward to being home soon". Dalglish played over 500 games for Liverpool and also managed the club on two occasions. He also won more than 100 caps for Scotland.
Liverpool legend Sir Kenny Dalglish has been released from hospital after testing positive for coronavirus. Dalglish, 69, was admitted to hospital on Wednesday for treatment of an infection which required intravenous antibiotics. He was routinely checked for coronavirus and tested positive despite showing no symptoms. The former Celtic and Scotland forward is now recovering in self-isolation at home. "People may think my name got me the best of care but every patient in the NHS gets the best of care," Dalglish told The Sunday Post.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Ethnic minorities 'are a third' of coronavirus patients

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 4:32 am

There is "emerging evidence" to suggest coronavirus is having a disproportionate impact on people who are black, Asian and minority ethnic. Research suggests that more than a third of patients who are critically ill in hospital with the virus are from these backgrounds. It comes after Labour called for an urgent investigation into why these communities are more vulnerable. The government said it was committed to reducing health inequalities.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Hospital 'amazed' by response to knitted hearts appeal

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 5:30 am

Hospital workers in Wigan say they have been “amazed” by the public response after asking people to knit pairs of hearts to be shared between coronavirus patients and their families. In a social media post, the intensive care unit said they would place “a heart at every bed area” and post the second heart to the patient’s relative. “Due to Covid-19, there is currently no visiting allowed at the hospital, and, as you can imagine, to have a relative in intensive care and not be able to see them is heart-breaking. “Sending out the hearts is just a little message from all the staff at Wigan ICU, to show we are caring for their loved one to the best of our ability, and also thinking of their relatives at home.”

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Parliament could return virtually on 21 April

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 6:02 am

Parliament could return virtually on 21 April to debate coronavirus measures, authorise spending and make laws. "Technological solutions" are being prepared for consideration next week, a spokeswoman for Commons leader Jacob Rees-Mogg said. It comes after Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer said MPs must be able to hold the government's decisions to account. Sir Keir said many areas had seen a "gap" between the announcement of policies and their implementation. The hospital death toll has climbed to 9,875 since Parliament shut down on 25 March.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52260757

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Christianity's holiest site closed at Easter

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 6:34 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/12/cf7919f1-0639-49a0-abcb-36b4970d17c5.jpg

Easter is a time of joy for Christians as they celebrate Jesus's resurrection. But the site in Jerusalem where Jesus is believed to have been crucified and rose again is closed on Easter Sunday, for the first time in more than a century. A small number of priests gathered at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre on Sunday, while a few worshippers gathered in the inner courtyard. A man in an immaculate white gown prayed in front of the closed door. "Easter is a time for life," said Archbishop Pierbattista Pizzaballa. "Despite the signs of death everywhere, life will prevail as long as someone is giving life out of love for others." At the Western Wall, a small group of Jewish worshippers prayed to mark Passover. The Old City in Jerusalem is largely empty as Israel follows strict social distancing measures.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/12/20 at 7:34 am

So I guess this means that this up coming July 4th Nathan's frankfurter eating contest is canceled too?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 7:37 am


So I guess this means that this up coming July 4th Nathan's frankfurter eating contest is canceled too?  ???
I guess so, today would have been the start of the 2020 cricket season here in the UK.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris Johnson discharged from hospital

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 7:38 am

UK PM Boris Johnson leaves hospital after being treated for coronavirus, but will not immediately return to work,

He still needs to rest and recover properly.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/12/20 at 7:58 am


So I guess this means that this up coming July 4th Nathan's frankfurter eating contest is canceled too?  ???


https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-52214227

Some eccentric English events that have already been cancelled including cheese rolling in Gloucestershire and the Bottle Kicking and Hare Pie Scramble of Hallaton, Leicestershire

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 8:00 am


https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-52214227

Some eccentric English events that have already been cancelled including cheese rolling in Gloucestershire and the Bottle Kicking and Hare Pie Scramble of Hallaton, Leicestershire
I read there is one certain event cancelled, of which will not mention here.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tim Brooke-Taylor dies from Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 8:08 am

I just had a shock to the system, just announced on the radio news that British actor and comedian Tim Brooke-Taylor has died from Covid-19. Having met him many a time in the past, please understand how I feel at the moment.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 9:11 am


I just had a shock to the system, just announced on the radio news that British actor and comedian Tim Brooke-Taylor has died from Covid-19. Having met him many a time in the past, please understand how I feel at the moment.

:\'( :\'( :\'(
...and strange on how coincides go, a film he appeared in "Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory ", probably he biggest film role , is in UK television right now.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'Sombre day' as UK deaths hit 10,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 10:22 am

The UK has recorded 737 new coronavirus-related hospital deaths, taking the total number to 10,612. It comes after one of the government's senior scientific advisers said the UK is likely to be among the worst-affected European countries. In response, Business Secretary Alok Sharma said countries were on "different trajectories".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52264145

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/12/20 at 10:42 am

My town has already canceled their 4th of July festival which actually happens the last week of July. I’m sure many Michigan festivals will follow. I don’t think it’s so much for corona safety (a lot could happen by then) as the fact that the town businesses fund it and they know they’ll never afford to do it with everything been closed.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): VE Day commemorations to change to protect veterans

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 10:54 am

The national commemoration events to mark VE Day 75 will be scaled back due to the ongoing spread of coronavirus. In line with the latest expert medical and scientific advice from Public Health England and guidance on mass gatherings, the UK Government has announced plans to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe will be changed. As part of the new plans the veterans’ procession down the Mall and the events in St James’s Park will no longer go ahead. This is in order to protect the health and wellbeing of the Second World War generation and members of the public. The UK Government and the Devolved Administrations are working on new plans to ensure the public can still thank the Second World War generation on VE Day in May and provide the fitting tribute they deserve.

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/ve-day-commemorations-to-change-to-protect-veterans

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/12/20 at 11:30 am


The UK has recorded 737 new coronavirus-related hospital deaths, taking the total number to 10,612. It comes after one of the government's senior scientific advisers said the UK is likely to be among the worst-affected European countries. In response, Business Secretary Alok Sharma said countries were on "different trajectories".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52264145

:\'( :\'( :\'(


The amount of deaths were less than yesterday,  but it's still a really terrible number.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 11:34 am


The amount of deaths were less than yesterday,  but it's still a really terrible number.
Please note these are deaths in hospitals, fatalities at nursing or care homes, or those at home, will be know and add later in the week.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris Johnson discharged from hospital

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 11:54 am


UK PM Boris Johnson leaves hospital after being treated for coronavirus, but will not immediately return to work,

He still needs to rest and recover properly.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has posted a video in which he thanks NHS staff, hours after he was discharged from hospital in London. Mr Johnson, 55, was taken to London's St Thomas' Hospital on Sunday - 10 days after testing positive for Covid-19. He thanks medics for saving his life, saying "it's hard to find words to express my debt". He also thanks the country for following social-distancing rules, despite the warm weather in Britain.

https://twitter.com/i/status/1249336590482243585

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Italy sees lowest daily death toll for three weeks

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 1:41 pm

Italy has reported 431 new coronavirus-related deaths in the past 24 hours, the lowest number in more than three weeks, as experts express hope that the country's strict lockdown is working. Sunday's death toll is Italy's the lowest since 19 March, when 427 virus-related fatalities were recorded. The number of people in intensive care with Covid-19 continues to drop in Italy as well, with 38 fewer than the previous day, bringing the total to 3,343. "The data show that measures are having an impact," Professor Luca Richeldi, a scientific adviser to the Italian government, said at a news conference on Sunday. There have now been 19,899 deaths and 156,363 confirmed infections in total since the epidemic began in Italy, Europe's worst-affected country. On Saturday, the US total of virus-related rose above 20,000, surpassing Italy's total.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/12/20 at 2:48 pm


https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-52214227

Some eccentric English events that have already been cancelled including cheese rolling in Gloucestershire and the Bottle Kicking and Hare Pie Scramble of Hallaton, Leicestershire



They could do the eating contest from their homes?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/12/20 at 2:49 pm


My town has already canceled their 4th of July festival which actually happens the last week of July. I’m sure many Michigan festivals will follow. I don’t think it’s so much for corona safety (a lot could happen by then) as the fact that the town businesses fund it and they know they’ll never afford to do it with everything been closed.



So that means the celebrations will be cancelled too?  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/12/20 at 2:56 pm



So that means the celebrations will be cancelled too?  :(


Yes that is the celebration. The fireworks and concerts they bring in are funded by the businesses.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 2:59 pm


Yes that is the celebration. The fireworks and concerts they bring in are funded by the businesses.
...and the fireworks cannot be held indoors?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/12/20 at 3:08 pm


...and the fireworks cannot be held indoors?


Not sure how to do that. Every town shoots them over a lake.

Actually we made national news in 1997 when some of the launch equipment exploded and threw shrapnel into the crowd, killing one and injuring many and blowing out the windows of all the downtown stores with the pressure wave. I was there. Since then they shoot them from a remote location and all other towns followed suit.

I guess we will see if the substitute it with anything when the time comes.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 3:10 pm


Not sure how to do that. Every town shoots them over a lake.

So a video of a previous year's celebration?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/12/20 at 3:13 pm


Yes that is the celebration. The fireworks and concerts they bring in are funded by the businesses.


That sucks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/12/20 at 3:14 pm

That’s a possibility. Put it on TV and stream it. Sort of like the Yule log at Christmas.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/12/20 at 3:14 pm


...and the fireworks cannot be held indoors?



How about a sparkler in the meantime?

https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41Acf3DH0oL.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/12/20 at 3:50 pm

I'm happy to report that my sister was released from the hospital last week and she's doing well. I'm so happy! :)

I'm also doing fine as well, for all those who are concerned :).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 3:52 pm


I'm happy to report that my sister was released from the hospital last week and she's doing well. I'm so happy! :)

I'm also doing fine as well, for all those who are concerned :).
Excellent news, keep well and safe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/12/20 at 4:01 pm

And in Bakersfield Ca...

400 people decided to have a big party, thumbing their noses at their own health, let alone the public’s.

Then six people get shot at the “party” but nobody, including those shot, saw nuthin.

Some people just do not give a damn about anything.

https://www.fox13memphis.com/news/trending/coronavirus-6-people-shot-during-california-party/4NGQZ7H6GRCO5I7VLZ2SDFA4BE/

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Eye injuries on rise as people do more DIY

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/20 at 4:30 pm

There are a lot of unforeseen consequences of the coronavirus lockdown - and one is more people suffering eye injuries from doing DIY. Oxford Eye Hospital said it had seen an increase in injuries and people who needed operations. The hospital saw six "traumatised eyes" in a week, but would usually see one no more than every two to three weeks. It urged people to wear eye protection while doing DIY or gardening. The hospital added wearing glasses instead of contact lenses would also protect the eyes and reduce the chance of spreading coronavirus. Consultant Stella Hornby said: "Wearing glasses at the moment reduces the risk of contact lens-related complications, and reduces the need to touch your face."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/12/20 at 4:31 pm


I'm happy to report that my sister was released from the hospital last week and she's doing well. I'm so happy! :)

I'm also doing fine as well, for all those who are concerned :).



So glad to hear it.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/12/20 at 7:25 pm


Excellent news, keep well and safe.




So glad to hear it.


Cat

Thank you both! O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 04/12/20 at 10:39 pm


I'm happy to report that my sister was released from the hospital last week and she's doing well. I'm so happy! :)

I'm also doing fine as well, for all those who are concerned :).

Excellent news, all around! O0

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK enters fourth week of lockdown ahead of review

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 1:11 am

The UK is facing its fourth week in lockdown, with the government set to review by Thursday whether social distancing measures can be changed.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52266314

Subject: Coronavirus: Internet cafe closures spells trouble for Japan's homeless

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 2:04 am

Internet cafes are a common destination for homeless people in many Japanese cities - many cafes are open 24 hours and have private booths, showers, and entertainment. Japan has a lower level of homelessness than many developed countries, but more than 4,000 people live in internet cafes in the capital Tokyo alone. Now the cafes have been ordered to close to curb the spread of coronavirus, and authorities are rushing to find temporary housing for thousands of homeless. Hotel rooms and sports halls are among the options being assessed.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Senior UN official calls for wildlife market ban

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 2:25 am

The UN's biodiversity chief has called for a global ban on wildlife markets to prevent the outbreak of future pandemics. Elizabeth Maruma Mrema told the BBC that the practice of buying and selling wild animals in markets can pose a threat to human health as well as to endangered species. “We know over the last 60 years the majority of the new zoonotic diseases have emerged as the result of human activities ... pushing wild animals into closer contact with humans and increasing the risk of transmission," Mrema said. "Therefore we need to ensure that wet markets are well regulated, clean and not linked to the illegal trade of wild animals.” She acknowledged that many rural communities around the world depend on wildlife trade for “for economic and food security reasons”. China has placed a temporary ban on the consumption of wild animals, following reports that the current global coronavirus pandemic originated in a market in Wuhan where live animals were bought and sold - though there is still no definitive proof the market was the source of the outbreak.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Top US official says recommendations were ignored

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 3:17 am

Dr Anthony Fauci, one of the nation's top health experts and the face of the nation's fight against coronavirus, appeared to confirm a New York Times report that the Trump administration ignored public health warnings for almost a month. According to the Times article, Fauci and other health officials called for social distancing measures in February but were rebuffed by the president. When asked about why the administration did not act, Dr Fauci told CNN: “You know … as I have said many times, we look at it from a pure health standpoint. We make a recommendation. Often, the recommendation is taken. Sometimes, it’s not." Fauci said that if the US had moved sooner to shut down, lives would have been saved. The US has recorded more than 555,000 virus cases and 22,000 deaths.

Is this so?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/13/20 at 4:27 am


That’s a possibility. Put it on TV and stream it. Sort of like the Yule log at Christmas.


Yeah you could do that but it's not the same as when you go out and viewing it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/13/20 at 4:27 am


I'm happy to report that my sister was released from the hospital last week and she's doing well. I'm so happy! :)

I'm also doing fine as well, for all those who are concerned :).


Good News. :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 4:29 am


Yeah you could do that but it's not the same as when you go out and viewing it.
View in on your phone while out keeping the social distance?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest in France

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 4:29 am

President Emmanuel Macron of France will address the nation at 18:00 GMT. He’s expected to extend the lockdown until 10 May, although he’s also expected to sketch out how France can eventually end its restrictions

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/13/20 at 5:00 am


View in on your phone while out keeping the social distance?


That could be a good idea.

Subject: Coronavirus information: What should I do?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 6:02 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/765F/production/_111130303_corona_whatyouneedtodo_title.jpg

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll reaches 11,329

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 9:00 am

The number of people who have died in the UK after being hospitalised and testing positive for coronavirus has now reached 11,329. The government's department for health and social care said it is a rise of 717 from Easter Sunday's total.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boy's garden marathon raises £3,500 for NHS

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 9:05 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/13/6e617461-d587-4c54-a2dd-923eb8f59464.jpg

A seven-year-old boy has raised nearly £3,500 for the NHS by running and walking the distance of a marathon in his garden. Herbie Wharton managed to complete 420 figure-of-eight laps round his front and back garden on Sunday, spurred on by his favourite songs, including The Final Countdown. Peter Wharton and son Herbie completed hundreds of laps round their gardenImage caption: Peter Wharton and son Herbie completed hundreds of laps round their garden
Herbie's father Peter, who has taken part in Ironman events, joined him on the circuit and said they felt amazed and emotional by the "phenomenal support" they received.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Top US official says recommendations were ignored

Written By: Sman12 on 04/13/20 at 9:52 am


Dr Anthony Fauci, one of the nation's top health experts and the face of the nation's fight against coronavirus, appeared to confirm a New York Times report that the Trump administration ignored public health warnings for almost a month. According to the Times article, Fauci and other health officials called for social distancing measures in February but were rebuffed by the president. When asked about why the administration did not act, Dr Fauci told CNN: “You know … as I have said many times, we look at it from a pure health standpoint. We make a recommendation. Often, the recommendation is taken. Sometimes, it’s not." Fauci said that if the US had moved sooner to shut down, lives would have been saved. The US has recorded more than 555,000 virus cases and 22,000 deaths.

Is this so?


It wouldn't surprise me. Trump downplayed the virus before mid-March by comparing this to the flu, saying that it will disappear, and talked about how the virus will begin to go away by April which it clearly hasn't. Both the WHO and the Trump administration failed to take early and decisive action on COVID-19.

And here we are now as the U.S. has the most coronavirus cases and deaths in the world.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 9:57 am


It wouldn't surprise me. Trump downplayed the virus before mid-March by comparing this to the flu, saying that it will disappear, and talked about how the virus will begin to go away by April which it clearly hasn't. Both the WHO and the Trump administration failed to take early and decisive action on COVID-19.

And here we are now as the U.S. has the most coronavirus cases and deaths in the world.
There are saying the same for the UK, starting lockdowns, etc, two weeks late. I estimate four weeks late if the USA started now, that is too late, especially when the virus has already taken hold?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/13/20 at 10:12 am


There are saying the same for the UK, starting lockdowns, etc, two weeks late. I estimate four weeks late if the USA started now, that is too late, especially when the virus has already taken hold?


The UK was also slow on the virus, sad to say. The PM even contracted the virus after shaking hands with coronavirus patients. The "herd immunity" suggestion also didn't help make matters better.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 10:26 am


The UK was also slow on the virus, sad to say. The PM even contracted the virus after shaking hands with coronavirus patients. The "herd immunity" suggestion also didn't help make matters better.
I feel that "herd immunity" would had been the wrong way, who knows how many fatalities there would had been, enforcing people to catch the virus, the immune system in everyone is not the same, some are prefect, some are not.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/13/20 at 11:10 am


Excellent news, all around! O0



Good News. :)

Thank you! O0

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No UK lockdown restrictions change

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 11:53 am

The government does not expect to make changes to coronavirus lockdown restrictions this week, Dominic Raab has said. The foreign secretary said the UK's plan "is working" but that "we are still not passed the peak of this virus". "Keep this up, we have come too far, lost too many loved ones and sacrificed too much to ease up," he said. It came as deaths in UK hospitals rose to 11,329 - up by 717 since Sunday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52273774

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Top US official says recommendations were ignored

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/13/20 at 11:59 am


Dr Anthony Fauci, one of the nation's top health experts and the face of the nation's fight against coronavirus, appeared to confirm a New York Times report that the Trump administration ignored public health warnings for almost a month. According to the Times article, Fauci and other health officials called for social distancing measures in February but were rebuffed by the president. When asked about why the administration did not act, Dr Fauci told CNN: “You know … as I have said many times, we look at it from a pure health standpoint. We make a recommendation. Often, the recommendation is taken. Sometimes, it’s not." Fauci said that if the US had moved sooner to shut down, lives would have been saved. The US has recorded more than 555,000 virus cases and 22,000 deaths.

Is this so?


Of course it’s easy to say now. Hindsight is 20/20.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 12:14 pm


Of course it’s easy to say now. Hindsight is 20/20.

The best we can do is "stay at home" and "keep your distance".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): '10 times deadlier than 2009 flu pandemic'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 12:18 pm

The disease caused by the new coronavirus is 10 times deadlier than the swine flu pandemic of 2009, the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) has said. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said new data from around the world was "giving us a clearer picture about this virus, how it behaves, how to stop it and how to treat it". "We know that COVID-19 spreads fast, and we know that it is deadly – 10 times deadlier than the 2009 flu pandemic," Dr Tedros said at a briefing in Geneva on Monday. The 2009 swine flu pandemic, involving the H1N1 influenza virus, is estimated to have killed around 200,000 people around the world. There will be an update from the WHO's briefing later.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 04/13/20 at 12:19 pm

I’m sorry but people don’t realize just how serious this pandemic is. It isn’t just affecting jobs and the way we live, but it’s severely affecting mental health.

I now have two friends who’ve said they are feeling suicidal, and one of them had a dad that died from the coronavirus (which I mentioned before). He’s also a grocery store stocker, and he can’t have family over at the funeral because of the social distancing guidelines. My other friend with depression is feeling even more suicidal, and has made posts on Reddit and Popedia talking about wanting to commit suicide. I tried texting him the suicide hotline number but got no response. I got so worried that I literally screenshot the posts and sent them to his dad on Facebook. That’s how serious it is.

Suicide rates are guaranteed to go up.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 12:23 pm


I’m sorry but people don’t realize just how serious this pandemic is. It isn’t just affecting jobs and the way we live, but it’s severely affecting mental health.

I now have two friends who’ve said they are feeling suicidal, and one of them had a dad that died from the coronavirus (which I mentioned before). He’s also a grocery store stocker, and he can’t have family over at the funeral because of the social distancing guidelines. My other friend with depression is feeling even more suicidal, and has made posts on Reddit and Popedia talking about wanting to commit suicide. I tried texting him the suicide hotline number but got no response. I got so worried that I literally screenshot the posts and sent them to his dad on Facebook. That’s how serious it is.

Suicide rates are guaranteed to go up.
It is affecting many a person around the world, the longer is goes on for, the worse it will get. Is your friend's grocery store still open, a shop that can supply essential goods for people, may be the grocery can run a home delivery service? I am sorry to hear of your other friend, let us hope his father gets to him.

Keep safe.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Macron extends France's lockdown to 11 May

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 1:22 pm

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a widely expected extension to the country's lockdown. Restrictions will now be kept in place until 11 May. It comes at a time when France’s coronavirus epidemic is showing signs of slowing down. "Hope is coming back but nothing is certain", he said.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): TV host criticised for 5G conspiracy comments

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/20 at 2:17 pm

TV host Eamonn Holmes has sparked outcry over comments he made about a false claim linking 5G technology and coronavirus. The baseless conspiracy theory, which is being spread on social media, has been linked to a number of suspected arson attacks on mobile phone masts in the UK. On his programme, ITV's This Morning, Holmes said that while he agrees with the description of the conspiracy theory as "ridiculous", it's "very easy to say it is not true because it suits the state narrative”. It comes after the UK government had deemed it "a crackpot conspiracy theory". Scientists have called the rumours that there is a link between 5G and coronavirus "complete rubbish" and a biological impossibility. However, that has not stopped false claims being shared on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Tik Tok. Some posts have now been removed, but in recent weeks the conspiracy theory has been shared by verified accounts with hundreds of thousands of followers. ITV is yet to comment on Holmes’ remarks. In response to the comments, the government reiterated that those attacking phone masts or abusing telecoms engineers would face “the full force of the law”.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: ZeldaFan20 on 04/13/20 at 8:03 pm

It's been rather hectic in my personal life.... My great aunt died a couple of days ago from Covid. She lived a long life, she was 94. But yeah, it's still a tragic loss. I'm praying that none of you have to have any family members that pass away from this virus :\'(.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/13/20 at 11:05 pm


There are saying the same for the UK, starting lockdowns, etc, two weeks late. I estimate four weeks late if the USA started now, that is too late, especially when the virus has already taken hold?


Having studied the math a bit (the one good thing about this pandemic is I got to brush up on my Calculus  ;D), when you limit the contact rate (increase social distancing) when you have, say, 200 cases, as opposed to when you have 50 cases, it creates a HUGE difference in what your peak infection number is going to be. The difference could be in the hundreds of thousands for a disease as infectious as COVID-19.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/13/20 at 11:07 pm


It's been rather hectic in my personal life.... My great aunt died a couple of days ago from Covid. She lived a long life, she was 94. But yeah, it's still a tragic loss. I'm praying that none of you have to have any family members that pass away from this virus :\'(.


My greatest fear through all this was not personally falling ill, but losing family members. I am so sorry for your loss. Even if she was 94, she was gone too soon. May your great aunt rest in peace.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 5:16 am


It's been rather hectic in my personal life.... My great aunt died a couple of days ago from Covid. She lived a long life, she was 94. But yeah, it's still a tragic loss. I'm praying that none of you have to have any family members that pass away from this virus :\'(.
Sorry to this, take care with everything.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 5:18 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/14/6e6f9ee3-bfd8-43c0-ada4-ce03811a3f4e.jpg

Even the pigeons are not keeping their distance.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Police stop family on 500-mile Lake District trip

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 5:21 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/14/5d4ef9c7-71c6-4296-940e-905493cc40a5.jpg

A family claimed a 500-mile round Lake District trip was acceptable if they wore masks and gloves, police said. They were stopped by officers in Lancashire as they enforced the coronavirus lockdown rules. The family admitted driving from Greater London on Easter Monday. Lancashire Police issued the driver with a fine and sent them back home. The family were criticised as "absolute idiots" and called "clowns" after the force posted about it on Twitter.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Half of London deaths linked to Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 5:25 am

Nearly half of all deaths (47%) registered in London in the week ending 3 April were linked to Covid-19, new figures show. Figures released on Tuesday by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show that across England and Wales, 16,387 death certificates - one in five - issued that week mentioned the disease.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 5:27 am


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Even the pigeons are not keeping their distance.
No pigeons here!

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/14/36eb2b2e-72d6-4283-a66e-6aad72b76294.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/14/20 at 5:29 am

With no tourists around to feed them will the pigeon population suffer? Or simply move to peoples gardens to raid their bird tables?

Subject: Coronavirus: Hokkaido re-declares state of emergency after second wave

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 5:29 am

It looks like Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido is starting to experience exactly what many epidemiologists had predicted; after the successful suppression of an initial outbreak, the relaxing of restrictions has led to a second wave. Hokkaido was the first place in Japan to be hit badly by the virus. In mid-February the governor declared a state of emergency, schools were closed and people were urged to stay at home. The shutdown hit in the middle of the ski-season, the worst possible time. I was there myself at the beginning of March and the ski resorts were completely deserted. But it worked, and by the middle of March the infection rate had fallen to a handful of infections a day. At the end of March schools re-opened and life in Hokkaido began to return to some sort of normality. But now just two weeks later a new state of emergency has been declared. By the end of last week new infections had climbed to between 15 and 20 a day which is higher than during the first wave in February. Schools have again been closed and people asked to stay at home. Hokkaido is not alone of course – Tokyo, Kanagawa, Osaka and six other prefectures are now also under a state of emergency. Across Japan there are now close to 8,000 confirmed cases with Tokyo being the epicentre.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 5:31 am


With no tourists around to feed them will the pigeon population suffer? Or simply move to peoples gardens to raid their bird tables?
They were saying on the radio it is wrong to feed ducks bread, it is not a part of the duck's diet, bang goes all those Peppa Pig cartoons that feature feeding ducks?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK bus drivers 'terrified for their lives'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 5:50 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/14/2193dd9a-fd16-430b-8974-17baa1693c63.jpg

Bus drivers are "terrified for their lives" after a number of transport staff across the UK have died with coronavirus, a union official told the BBC. "I'm hearing horrific stories every hour of every day. They are sitting at the sharp end, dealing with cash and the virus can be passed on to them in a second," said Bobby Morton, Unite's national officer for passenger transport. Morton's comments come after the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan said on Monday that 21 transport workers in the capital had died with the virus, including 15 bus workers. There have also been deaths elsewhere, including in Birmingham and Bristol. Last week the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union said transport staff should stop working if they were not given the right safety equipment. Transport for London (TfL) announced last week that it was trialling a new system that will see passengers board via doors in the middle of a bus to reduce contact with drivers.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Hokkaido re-declares state of emergency after second wave

Written By: Sman12 on 04/14/20 at 7:14 am


It looks like Japan’s northern island of Hokkaido is starting to experience exactly what many epidemiologists had predicted; after the successful suppression of an initial outbreak, the relaxing of restrictions has led to a second wave. Hokkaido was the first place in Japan to be hit badly by the virus. In mid-February the governor declared a state of emergency, schools were closed and people were urged to stay at home. The shutdown hit in the middle of the ski-season, the worst possible time. I was there myself at the beginning of March and the ski resorts were completely deserted. But it worked, and by the middle of March the infection rate had fallen to a handful of infections a day. At the end of March schools re-opened and life in Hokkaido began to return to some sort of normality. But now just two weeks later a new state of emergency has been declared. By the end of last week new infections had climbed to between 15 and 20 a day which is higher than during the first wave in February. Schools have again been closed and people asked to stay at home. Hokkaido is not alone of course – Tokyo, Kanagawa, Osaka and six other prefectures are now also under a state of emergency. Across Japan there are now close to 8,000 confirmed cases with Tokyo being the epicentre.


Oh, crap. This is what I'm fearing with the U.S. and the economy reopening (hopefully slowly). The second wave over in Hokkaido should be a warning for all of us Americans to not open the economy so quickly.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus information: What should I do?

Written By: Howard on 04/14/20 at 7:30 am


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Sometimes I find it hard to not touch my face without the need to itch it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/14/20 at 7:31 am


The best we can do is "stay at home" and "keep your distance".


And try to do things around the house to keep yourself busy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/14/20 at 7:34 am


It's been rather hectic in my personal life.... My great aunt died a couple of days ago from Covid. She lived a long life, she was 94. But yeah, it's still a tragic loss. I'm praying that none of you have to have any family members that pass away from this virus :\'(.


Thank God my family members don't have the virus, I'm sorry to hear about your great aunt.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 7:35 am



Sometimes I find it hard to not touch my face without the need to itch it.
Yes, just cannot help it, it is a natural instinct to.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK bus drivers 'terrified for their lives'

Written By: Howard on 04/14/20 at 7:39 am


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Bus drivers are "terrified for their lives" after a number of transport staff across the UK have died with coronavirus, a union official told the BBC. "I'm hearing horrific stories every hour of every day. They are sitting at the sharp end, dealing with cash and the virus can be passed on to them in a second," said Bobby Morton, Unite's national officer for passenger transport. Morton's comments come after the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan said on Monday that 21 transport workers in the capital had died with the virus, including 15 bus workers. There have also been deaths elsewhere, including in Birmingham and Bristol. Last week the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union said transport staff should stop working if they were not given the right safety equipment. Transport for London (TfL) announced last week that it was trialling a new system that will see passengers board via doors in the middle of a bus to reduce contact with drivers.


https://activetrans.org/busreports/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cta-bus-diagram.png

This is for New Yorkers where people board in the back of the bus but the other people with disabilities board in the front so people who board on the back get a free ride.

Subject: Measles resurgence fear amid coronavirus

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 7:44 am

Measles outbreaks may occur as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, officials say, because some vaccination programmes are having to be delayed. Unicef says 117 million children in 37 countries may not get immunised on time. There have been several large outbreaks in countries across Europe where MMR vaccine uptake has been low. The UK has already lost its measles-free status, because of rising cases of the potentially deadly infection. The disease, which causes coughing, rashes and fever, can be prevented by two doses of the mumps, measles and rubella (MMR) vaccine, available free to all young children in the UK. Here, 95% of five-year-olds have had the first jab - the World Health Organization (WHO) target - but only 87.4% have had the second.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52278925

Subject: Coronavirus: One in five deaths now linked to virus

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 9:56 am

More than one in five deaths in England and Wales is linked to coronavirus, figures show. The Office for National Statistics data showed the virus was mentioned on 3,475 death certificates in the week ending 3 April. It helped push the total number of deaths in that week to more than 16,000 - a record high and 6,000 more than expected at this time of year. Normally the number of deaths falls as winter ends. This is because there is less flu circulating.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52278825

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Police disperse large crowd defying lockdown in Mumbai

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 10:08 am

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Police have used force to disperse a large crowd of migrant workers who defied the lockdown in place in the western city of Mumbai. They thought that the lockdown would end today and gathered at a railway station to return home, state Home Minister Anil Deshmukh told BBC Marathi. The lockdown was due to end on 15 April, but on Tuesday Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that it would be extended until 3 May. However, opposition leaders claimed the protests were about a lack of food and job security. Many of these workers are paid daily and have been left without any income due to the lockdown. Thousands are said to have begun walking to their villages from cities such as Mumbai and the capital Delhi. But those left behind are stuck in the city as all district and state borders in the country have been sealed. This is the second violent incident involving migrant and daily-wage workers. A few days ago a large number of migrant workers protested on the streets of Surat, in the western state of Gujarat. A number of shops were set on fire.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll passes 12,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 10:12 am

Coronavirus-related deaths in UK hospitals have risen to 12,107, an increase of 778 on yesterday's total. The UK Department of Health said as of 09.00 BST on Tuesday, 302,599 people have been tested of whom 93,873 were positive. Overall, 382,650 tests have been concluded, with 14,982 tests carried out on Sunday, excluding Northern Ireland.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK government press conference due at 17:00

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 10:55 am

We're expecting the UK's daily press briefing to start in about an hour. With Boris Johnson still recovering from coronavirus, it's being led by the Chancellor, Rishi Sunak. He'll be joined by Prof Stephen Powis, NHS England's medical director, and Prof Yvonne Doyle, from Public Health England. With today's headlines dominated by concerns for the economy, we can expect Mr Sunak to be questioned about whether the government is doing enough to protect people's jobs and livelihoods.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What did we learn from UK press conference?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 12:43 pm

The government press conference saw questions go to Chancellor Rishi Sunak, NHS England's Prof Stephen Powis, and Public Health England's Prof Yvonne Doyle. Here's what they told us:

The government is not going to "choose between" the economy and public health as this would be "self-defeating"
It accepts there will be an economic shock but expects the economy will see a "relatively swift bounce back". It thinks the cost of not taking drastic measures would be bigger than the cost of the borrowing it is doing
There is "no truth" in reports that PPE producers have been told to prioritise NHS England over other nations
The wage furlough scheme will open for applications around 20 April. There will be a delay of a few days between submitting applications and receiving cash, so the government can do a fraud check and other background work



Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/14/20 at 1:57 pm


It's been rather hectic in my personal life.... My great aunt died a couple of days ago from Covid. She lived a long life, she was 94. But yeah, it's still a tragic loss. I'm praying that none of you have to have any family members that pass away from this virus :\'(.



I am so sorry. My condolences to you and your family.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What did we learn from UK press conference?

Written By: karen on 04/14/20 at 2:32 pm


The wage furlough scheme will open for applications around 20 April. There will be a delay of a few days between submitting applications and receiving cash, so the government can do a fraud check and other background work



Interesting point this, as I was put on furlough leave as soon as the government announced it as a possibility. I assume it can be back-dated by the applicants. The whole point of starting it when we did was that it was the school holidays anyway, so we weren’t expected into work.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 2:45 pm


Interesting point this, as I was put on furlough leave as soon as the government announced it as a possibility. I assume it can be back-dated by the applicants. The whole point of starting it when we did was that it was the school holidays anyway, so we weren’t expected into work.
I hope it all work out well for you.

But on the fraud side, who knows who could be applying, remember those fraudulent people, taken to court and sentence, that claim to live in Grenfell Tower. 

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 2:48 pm


I hope it all work out well for you.

But on the fraud side, who knows who could be applying, remember those fraudulent people, taken to court and sentence, that claim to live in Grenfell Tower. 

:\'( :\'( :\'(
,,,btw, the silent walk for Grenfell Tower, which takes place on the 14th of each month, was still held tonight.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Man wins lottery after losing job due to Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 3:30 pm

A man in Adelaide, Australia has won a lottery prize of A$4.8m ($3m; £2.4m) after losing his job due to the coronavirus outbreak. The man, in his 20s, wishes to remain anonymous. He will receive A$20,000 a month for the next 20 years in a lottery draw called Set For Life. In a statement he said: “We are a young family and we have a baby, so this will set us up for the rest of our lives. “I recently lost my job because of Covid-19, and so this just gives me complete relief. I have been so stressed lately, but now I am so happy. He said he needed time to think about how he would spend the money but his wife had already made plans from shopping trips to holidays and a new house.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Army veteran Tom Moore, 99, raises £3m for NHS

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/20 at 5:06 pm

A 99-year-old army veteran who has raised more than £3m to help the NHS in the fight against Covid-19 has vowed to keep going even though he has smashed his original £1,000 target.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/14/a2562b3c-cb43-4436-b3bb-4ee75f4b74b1.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-52278746

Subject: Re: Coronavirus information: What should I do?

Written By: 2001 on 04/14/20 at 11:14 pm



Sometimes I find it hard to not touch my face without the need to itch it.


I use tissue paper to touch my face nowadays. It is also safe to touch your face with clean hands.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Army veteran Tom Moore, 99, raises £4m for NHS

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 2:06 am


A 99-year-old army veteran who has raised more than £3m to help the NHS in the fight against Covid-19 has vowed to keep going even though he has smashed his original £1,000 target.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/14/a2562b3c-cb43-4436-b3bb-4ee75f4b74b1.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-52278746
Latest he has raised over £4m now. A true hero!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What other organisations has the US left?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 2:34 am

If the US stops funding the WHO permanently, it will cease to become a member. It would not be the first international organisation or agreement it has left:


UN Human Rights Council: The US announced its withdrawal in June 2018, accusing the UNHRC of "unending hostility towards Israel"
The Paris climate agreement: President Trump confirmed the withdrawal last year - it will take effect this year
The Iran nuclear deal: Mr Trump called the deal "embarrassing" when withdrawing in 2018. The Iran nuclear deal: Mr Trump called the deal "embarrassing" when withdrawing in 2018.
International Criminal Court: The US has never been a member of the ICC and in 2018, then-National Security Adviser John Bolton said the US would stop co-operating entirely
Trans-Pacific Partnership: Days into his presidency, Mr Trump signed an executive order to withdraw from the 12-nation trade deal
Unesco (part one): The US announced its withdrawal from the UN cultural organisation in 1984, citing, among other things, "endemic hostility toward the institutions of a free society"
Unesco (part two): After rejoining under President George W Bush, the US stopped paying fees in 2011, under President Obama, in protest at Palestinian admission. The US lost its voting rights in 2013
Unesco (part three): The US announced its full withdrawal in 2017, citing "anti-Israel" bias

Subject: Coronavirus: Scammers use 'hook' of pandemic to target victims

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 3:53 am

People and businesses should be wary of scammers trying to turn the coronavirus pandemic to their advantage, the National Crime Agency (NCA) has warned.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/world-52289273

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Army veteran Tom Moore, 99, raises £5m for NHS

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 5:33 am


A 99-year-old army veteran who has raised more than £3m to help the NHS in the fight against Covid-19 has vowed to keep going even though he has smashed his original £1,000 target.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/14/a2562b3c-cb43-4436-b3bb-4ee75f4b74b1.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-52278746
Latest he has raised over £5m now. A true hero!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Border force officer dies of Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 6:08 am

A Border Force officer working at Heathrow Airport has died after contracting coronavirus, the BBC has learned. Nick Jariwalla, director of the force, said the officer, who died last week and is not being named, was a "dedicated and professional officer known for his kindness and generosity. "He will be greatly missed," he added. Last month, another officer at Heathrow, Sudhir Sharma, died after contracting the virus. According to the Home Office, Border Force staff do not wear protective clothing for day-to-day use, but equipment "was available" for when officers were in "close contact with anyone displaying symptoms".

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tour de France to start two months late

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 8:03 am

It was due to begin on 27 June but the coronavirus pandemic has delayed the start of cycling's premier global event to 29 August. The Tour de France will go ahead, says cycling's governing body the UCI. The timing is interesting as French school holidays end on 1 September and the event is set to continue until 20 September. "Holding this event in the best conditions possible is judged essential given its central place in cycling's economy and its exposure, in particular for the teams that benefit on this occasion from unparalleled visibility," the international cycling union said.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Army veteran Tom Moore, 99, raises £6.5m for NHS

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 8:05 am


A 99-year-old army veteran who has raised more than £3m to help the NHS in the fight against Covid-19 has vowed to keep going even though he has smashed his original £1,000 target.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/14/a2562b3c-cb43-4436-b3bb-4ee75f4b74b1.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-52278746
Latest, he has raised over £6.5 now. A true hero!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fake police fine people breaking lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 8:24 am

Fraudsters claiming to be undercover police have been collecting on-the-spot fines from people who appear to be breaching the government's coronavirus guidelines, Sussex Police has warned. A teenager was approached by three men in Ditchling Road, Brighton, at 23:00 BST on Saturday. They issued him with an on-the-spot fine for being out during lockdown and had a device which took immediate payment. The suspects were described as white men with no facial hair and all about 6ft (183cm) tall. One was wearing a black hooded jumper and another was wearing a grey hooded jumper and a baseball cap. Legitimate police officers always carry proof of identity and fines are given as fixed penalty notices, with confirmation sent via post detailing how to make the payment.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What other organisations has the US left?

Written By: 2001 on 04/15/20 at 8:43 am


If the US stops funding the WHO permanently, it will cease to become a member. It would not be the first international organisation or agreement it has left:


UN Human Rights Council: The US announced its withdrawal in June 2018, accusing the UNHRC of "unending hostility towards Israel"
The Paris climate agreement: President Trump confirmed the withdrawal last year - it will take effect this year
The Iran nuclear deal: Mr Trump called the deal "embarrassing" when withdrawing in 2018. The Iran nuclear deal: Mr Trump called the deal "embarrassing" when withdrawing in 2018.
International Criminal Court: The US has never been a member of the ICC and in 2018, then-National Security Adviser John Bolton said the US would stop co-operating entirely
Trans-Pacific Partnership: Days into his presidency, Mr Trump signed an executive order to withdraw from the 12-nation trade deal
Unesco (part one): The US announced its withdrawal from the UN cultural organisation in 1984, citing, among other things, "endemic hostility toward the institutions of a free society"
Unesco (part two): After rejoining under President George W Bush, the US stopped paying fees in 2011, under President Obama, in protest at Palestinian admission. The US lost its voting rights in 2013
Unesco (part three): The US announced its full withdrawal in 2017, citing "anti-Israel" bias



Defunding the WHO during a global pandemic... Does he know why the WHO exists?? More people are gonna keep dying because of this man's stupidity and ignorance  8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 8:43 am


Defunding the WHO during a global pandemic... More people are gonna keep dying because of this idiot.  8-P
Exactly, I cannot understand the logic of it...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 8:56 am


Defunding the WHO during a global pandemic... Does he know why the WHO exists?? More people are gonna keep dying because of this man's stupidity and ignorance  8-P
Initially, Chinese officials hid what was happening in Wuhan and did not tell Beijing at first. Keeping it hidden denied the chance of WHO of not knowing what is happening, so in my mind, the development of the pandemic of coronavirus was cause by China, WHO had to catch up after it had all started, and are not to blame.

I want to see a good timeline of events now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/15/20 at 9:02 am


Defunding the WHO during a global pandemic... Does he know why the WHO exists?? More people are gonna keep dying because of this man's stupidity and ignorance  8-P



Tbh, I hate the WHO. They were slow to call the outbreak a pandemic even as it spread throughout the world before March 11th, and they followed China's guidelines by saying that there was no likelihood of human-to-human transmission on a Jan. 14 tweet. They also believed that Beijing essentially stopped the spread of the virus, despite reports saying otherwise.

They've been duped.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll rises by 761

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 9:07 am

A further 761 people have died with coronavirus in UK hospitals over a 24-hour period, according to the latest government figures. In total 12,868 deaths have been reported in hospitals across the country.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll rises by 761

Written By: Sman12 on 04/15/20 at 9:12 am


A further 761 people have died with coronavirus in UK hospitals over a 24-hour period, according to the latest government figures. In total 12,868 deaths have been reported in hospitals across the country.

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I wish it was possible for all of the NHS workers to be knighted. They deserve the best rewards for their hard work on the front lines.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 9:17 am


I wish it was possible for all of the NHS workers to be knighted. They deserve the best rewards for their hard work on the front lines.
Plus many of the essential keyworkers too.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Global cases reach two million

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 9:44 am

Another day and another grim statistic, as the number of confirmed cases across the world reaches two million. That's according to figures from Johns Hopkins University, which has been tracking infections and deaths around the world. More than 600,000 cases have been recorded in the US alone, while 128,000 people have died globally. The true number of infections is likely to be much higher, as levels of testing varies by country. It's less than two weeks since the world reach a million confirmed cases.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Global cases reach two million

Written By: Sman12 on 04/15/20 at 10:25 am


Another day and another grim statistic, as the number of confirmed cases across the world reaches two million. That's according to figures from Johns Hopkins University, which has been tracking infections and deaths around the world. More than 600,000 cases have been recorded in the US alone, while 128,000 people have died globally. The true number of infections is likely to be much higher, as levels of testing varies by country. It's less than two weeks since the world reach a million confirmed cases.


Just sad. No doubt about it.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Lockdown to be lifted 'when safe to do so'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 11:09 am

Health Secretary Matt Hancock begins by thanking people for staying at home, adding the UK is "slowing the spread" of the virus. He adds that spare capacity in the NHS has reached 2,657 beds, adding "so far" the UK has been able to ensure everyone who needs hospital care gets it. But he adds the UK cannot "let go of the hard work done so far", and the lockdown will not be lifted "until safe to do so".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): WHO chief 'regrets' Trump halting funding

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 11:14 am

In the past few minutes the World Health Organization's chief, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has been speaking about US President Donald Trump's decision to halt funding for the organisation. He said the WHO regretted the move, but added: "Our commitment to public health, science, and to serving all the people of the world without fear or favour remains absolute." Dr Tedros said the agency was "reviewing" the impact of the withdrawal of US funds to "ensure our work continues uninterpreted".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/15/20 at 11:42 am



Tbh, I hate the WHO. They were slow to call the outbreak a pandemic even as it spread throughout the world before March 11th, and they followed China's guidelines by saying that there was no likelihood of human-to-human transmission on a Jan. 14 tweet. They also believed that Beijing essentially stopped the spread of the virus, despite reports saying otherwise.

They've been duped.


Yeah, that means you reform the WHO, doesn't mean you get rid of it. Who do you trust for information and to coordinate the response to the next global epidemic? Trump? China?? ??? :o

Subject: Coronavirus: Hospitals and care homes to allow goodbyes to dying

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 12:19 pm

Close family members will be able to say goodbye to dying relatives in hospitals and care homes under new coronavirus guidelines, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said. He said the UK would introduce new steps to "limit the risk of infection" and allow goodbyes "wherever possible". Mr Hancock also launched a new supply network to help get personal protective equipment (PPE) to care home staff. It comes as the number of hospital deaths in the UK rose by 761 to 12,868.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52299590

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What the WHO did - and when

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 2:17 pm


Defunding the WHO during a global pandemic... Does he know why the WHO exists?? More people are gonna keep dying because of this man's stupidity and ignorance  8-P

Initially, Chinese officials hid what was happening in Wuhan and did not tell Beijing at first. Keeping it hidden denied the chance of WHO of not knowing what is happening, so in my mind, the development of the pandemic of coronavirus was cause by China, WHO had to catch up after it had all started, and are not to blame.

I want to see a good timeline of events now.
From the BBC, sorry no direct link for this, for it is on a live feed page.

As we've mentioned, President Trump has said he will suspend US funding of the World Health Organization (WHO) while a review takes place into what he called the "severe mismanagement" of the crisis.

The new coronavirus - as we now know it - was reported to the WHO on 31 December. Here's a quick timeline of selected WHO action in the following month:


4 January: Notes the outbreak on social media for the first time, referring to it as a "cluster of pneumonia cases"
5 January: Publishes first outbreak news, with "no evidence of significant human-to-human transmission"
10 January: Publishes first travel advice, with "no international restrictions recommended"
14 January: WHO's technical lead for the response says there may have been limited human-to-human transmission
20-21 January: WHO regional experts "conduct a brief field visit to Wuhan"
22 January: Field visit statement "suggests that human-to-human transmission is taking place in Wuhan"
22-23 January: WHO emergency committee fails to reach consensus on "whether the outbreak constituted a public health emergency of international concern"
24 January: Second travel advice published, which notes upcoming Chinese New Year but "advises against the application of any restrictions of international traffic"
27 January: Third travel advice published, which advises "measures to limit the risk of exportation...without unnecessary restrictions of international traffic"
28 January: Senior WHO delegation led by the director general meets Chinese leadership in Beijing
30 January: Emergency committee reconvenes and declares public health emergency of international concern


This is what I thought, with family discussions at the time, but what was Trump doing and tweeting back then?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/15/20 at 2:35 pm

I received the $1,200 stimulus package in my bank account today. It should be more than $1,200 (more like $4,000) but for me personally, it's fine.

I'm still not voting for Trump though ;D.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/20 at 2:53 pm


I received the $1,200 stimulus package in my bank account today. It should be more than $1,200 (more like $4,000) but for me personally, it's fine.

I'm still not voting for Trump though ;D.
Some to carry on with, why cannot be more?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/15/20 at 2:54 pm


I received the $1,200 stimulus package in my bank account today. It should be more than $1,200 (more like $4,000) but for me personally, it's fine.

I'm still not voting for Trump though ;D.


I'm glad you got your check. I'm a 19-year-old dependent and I won't be getting one, despite doing my own taxes from my workplace.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheReignMan99 on 04/15/20 at 5:50 pm


Some to carry on with, why cannot be more?

That's up to Congress and Trump.


I'm glad you got your check. I'm a 19-year-old dependent and I won't be getting one, despite doing my own taxes from my workplace.

Really? Well, that sucks.

Did your parents get any money yet? They are supposed to get around $500 for each dependent.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/15/20 at 7:43 pm

I’ll be getting mine in the mail. I still do my taxes on paper because it’s free. And would rather not give them my account number in case they decide they wanna take some back or who knows what.

1200 will almost pay my bills for a month. That will be nice. Our company will slow down but the wave never hits us till later. Always been like that. We build stuff for food plants, power plants, whiskey plants, water treatment plants.... and keep them going.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/15/20 at 11:27 pm

In Canada we passed the 1,000 death mark today.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 1:01 am


In Canada we passed the 1,000 death mark today.  :\'(
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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The UK newspapers

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 1:03 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/16/c9667555-f715-4450-b64a-db9063b66893.jpg

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Army veteran Tom Moore, 99, raises £11m for NHS

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 1:05 am


A 99-year-old army veteran who has raised more than £3m to help the NHS in the fight against Covid-19 has vowed to keep going even though he has smashed his original £1,000 target.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/14/a2562b3c-cb43-4436-b3bb-4ee75f4b74b1.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-52278746
Now it is £11m raised, a true hero!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Burger King, KFC and Pret partially reopen in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 2:10 am

Three major takeaway chains in the UK have announced limited reopening programmes after closing during the coronavirus lockdown. Burger King, KFC and Pret A Manger have or will open certain restaurants around the country for delivery only. Government guidelines state that while restaurants and pubs have to close, they can prepare food for collection or delivery. The chains had decided to temporarily close as the lockdown took effect.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52300054

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Second Chinese city bans eating dogs and cats

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 3:20 am

A second city in China has banned the eating of dog and cat meat in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. The city of Zhuhai follows the example by Shenzen near Hong Kong - in both cases the ban will go into effect on 1 May. The decision has been welcomed by animal rights activists who hope the pandemic will help to ban consumption of cats and dogs across China. Thirty million dogs a year are killed across Asia for meat, says Humane Society International (HSI). However, the practice of eating dog meat in China is not that common - the majority of Chinese people have never done so and say they don't want to.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): WW2 veteran completes 100th lap of garden

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 3:22 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/16/e17a375a-9eff-46a3-93e5-5a2c40b8f467.jpg

He's done it!

World War Two veteran Captain Tom Moore, 99, has completed 100 laps of his garden in an effort which has raised more than £12m for the NHS. He originally wanted to raise £1,000 for NHS Charities Together by completing the distance.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Banksy makes 'bathroom' lockdown art

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 4:45 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/cpsprodpb/F079/production/_111816516_hi061076375.jpg

Banksy has published a series of pictures showing rats causing mayhem in a bathroom during the coronavirus lockdown.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bristol-52306748

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Michigan workers demand lifting of lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 5:20 am

https://justthenews.com/sites/default/files/styles/hero/public/2020-04/GettyImages-1210062446.jpg?h=199d8c1f&itok=Hb8v31kV

One of the latest places to extend its lockdown is the US state of Michigan, which has seen 27,000 Covid-19 cases and more than 1,700 deaths. But Governor Gretchen Whitmer's extension provoked an angry response from some workers, who blocked roads and demanded the state re-open. This is what they had to say:

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Germany's Oktoberfest in limbo

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 6:20 am

The Oktoberfest is one of Germany's most famous annual traditions - a beer festival that attracts tourists from around the country and well beyond its borders. (We're looking at you, Australians.) October might seem a long way away, but Bavaria's state premier has just said that the festival may be cancelled this year. "I am very, very sceptical and can hardly imagine that an event of that size is at all possible," Markus Söder told reporters. His warning came as Germany on Thursday recorded another 2,900 new infections and 315 more deaths over the past 24 hours. In total Germany has had more than 130,000 cases, though more than half of those people have already recovered.

Subject: Coronavirus: Nine in 10 dying have existing illness

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 6:28 am

More than nine in 10 people dying with coronavirus have an underlying health condition, figures from the Office for National Statistics show. The ONS looked at nearly 4,000 deaths during March in England and Wales where coronavirus was mentioned on the death certificate. In 91% of cases the individuals had other health problems. The most common was heart disease, followed by dementia and respiratory illness. On average, people dying also had roughly three other health conditions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52308783

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): It's your choice!

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 6:52 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/16/20 at 7:48 am


Yes, just cannot help it, it is a natural instinct to.


It's like when I have to itch my nose or rub my eyes I have to.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus information: What should I do?

Written By: Howard on 04/16/20 at 7:50 am


I use tissue paper to touch my face nowadays. It is also safe to touch your face with clean hands.


And wash your hands afterwards.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/16/20 at 7:52 am


I received the $1,200 stimulus package in my bank account today. It should be more than $1,200 (more like $4,000) but for me personally, it's fine.

I'm still not voting for Trump though ;D.


Mine came yesterday and it went straight into my bank account, YAY!  :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Banksy makes 'bathroom' lockdown art

Written By: Howard on 04/16/20 at 7:54 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/cpsprodpb/F079/production/_111816516_hi061076375.jpg

Banksy has published a series of pictures showing rats causing mayhem in a bathroom during the coronavirus lockdown.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bristol-52306748


Phil, that almost looks too real!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 8:36 am


Phil, that almost looks too real!  :o
He is a very good artist.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In South Africa, big cats find a new resting place

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 8:37 am

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EVqAXZbXQAgLFHx?format=jpg&name=360x360

A ranger at South Africa's Kruger National Park has shared pictures of an unlikely sight - a pride of lions sprawled out across a road usually packed with tourist vans. The famous park, like many other places in the country, has been closed to the public. South Africa is currently under a nationwide lockdown to curb the spread of Covid-19. More than 2,500 coronavirus cases have been confirmed in the country and only essential services are allowed to operate during the lockdown period, which was recently extended until the end of April.



Subject: Coronavirus: Significant social distancing needed 'until vaccine found'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 8:53 am

The UK must keep a "significant level" of social distancing until a vaccine for coronavirus is found, a scientist advising the government has said. Prof Neil Ferguson told the BBC there was "little leeway" to relax measures without "something... in their place" - such as testing and contact tracing. A three-week extension to the lockdown is expected to be announced later. Labour said it would support an extension, but called for details on how and when the lockdown will end. Prime Minister Boris Johnson introduced strict curbs on life in the UK on 23 March, as the government sought to limit the spread of the virus. Ministers are required by law to assess whether the rules are working, based on expert advice, every three weeks. The government - led by Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab as Mr Johnson continues to recover from the virus - will detail the outcome of the first assessment at the daily news conference later.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52308201

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Police told to stop people sitting on benches too long

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 9:53 am

Police have been told to stop people working in parks or sitting on benches for a long time. Guidance to officers in England says neither activity is likely to be a “reasonable excuse” for someone to leave their home during the lockdown. But the advice - from the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) and the College of Policing - said people can move to a friend's address for a ‘cooling-off’ period “following arguments at home”. It said such moves must be “genuine” and “measured in days, not hours”. The advice comes from a three-page document designed to help officers enforce the lockdown measures which were brought in three weeks ago and look set to be extended. Part of the guidance spells out that it is acceptable to buy luxury items while shopping, and that driving somewhere to exercise is acceptable as long as "far more time" is spent walking than driving.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Michigan workers demand lifting of lockdown

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/16/20 at 10:12 am


One of the latest places to extend its lockdown is the US state of Michigan, which has seen 27,000 Covid-19 cases and more than 1,700 deaths. But Governor Gretchen Whitmer's extension provoked an angry response from some workers, who blocked roads and demanded the state re-open. This is what they had to say:

I saw it on the local news. I agree there is a huge double standard. Some of trying to be safe but some in just shutting down anything she can like a dictator. You can go stand in line at Walmart with 100 people but you can’t take your motor boat out by yourself and be distant from everybody. We now have several police who say they won’t be enforcing this. If people are being distant then leave them alone and keep it that way. After all every person they come in contact with gives a chance to spread it and there have been a lot of police and first responders who have tested positive. I haven’t gone anywhere but work and the gas station in the last month and last thing I need is to have a cop in my face wiping away all my efforts to stay healthy. I have a full tank of gas and would like to take a drive and can do so without stopping anywhere but I won’t. I used to do just that all the time. You can come to your second home if you’re coming from out of state but not within state. So they can still spread it here from Florida and everywhere else. A lot of people could be working who are private landscape companies or mom and pop businesses that aren’t open to the public. Like a bookstore that just got shut down even though doors were closed to the public, they were getting a lot of business shipping locally. Governor said nope they can buy online. So we should bring in product from long distance and many changing of hands rather than keep it local and do our part to stop the spread. Makes no sense. Most people get the idea and are being responsibly distant and the ones who aren’t, no order is going to stop them. But it’s like she is just trying to shut everything down.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 10:59 am


I saw it on the local news. I agree there is a huge double standard. Some of trying to be safe but some in just shutting down anything she can like a dictator. You can go stand in line at Walmart with 100 people but you can’t take your motor boat out by yourself and be distant from everybody. We now have several police who say they won’t be enforcing this. If people are being distant then leave them alone and keep it that way. After all every person they come in contact with gives a chance to spread it and there have been a lot of police and first responders who have tested positive. I haven’t gone anywhere but work and the gas station in the last month and last thing I need is to have a cop in my face wiping away all my efforts to stay healthy. I have a full tank of gas and would like to take a drive and can do so without stopping anywhere but I won’t. I used to do just that all the time. You can come to your second home if you’re coming from out of state but not within state. So they can still spread it here from Florida and everywhere else. A lot of people could be working who are private landscape companies or mom and pop businesses that aren’t open to the public. Like a bookstore that just got shut down even though doors were closed to the public, they were getting a lot of business shipping locally. Governor said nope they can buy online. So we should bring in product from long distance and many changing of hands rather than keep it local and do our part to stop the spread. Makes no sense. Most people get the idea and are being responsibly distant and the ones who aren’t, no order is going to stop them. But it’s like she is just trying to shut everything down.
Thank you for getting back, I know that one of our fellow members here is based in Michigan, and sorry I could not remember who it was.

Take care.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Army veteran Tom Moore, 99, raises £15m for NHS

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 11:03 am


A 99-year-old army veteran who has raised more than £3m to help the NHS in the fight against Covid-19 has vowed to keep going even though he has smashed his original £1,000 target.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/14/a2562b3c-cb43-4436-b3bb-4ee75f4b74b1.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-52278746
He has raised £15m now, A true hero!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Lockdown restrictions in the UK will continue

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 11:09 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/16/36559618-e3a0-4397-84dd-03a5e8d8482b.jpg

Lockdown restrictions in the UK will continue for at least another three weeks, Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab is expected to announce. At the daily No 10 briefing, Mr Raab will detail the results of the first three-week review of the restrictions. Labour said it would support an extension, but called for details on how and when the lockdown would end.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More London bus drivers and workers die

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 11:14 am

Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed 26 workers have now died from Covid-19 - most of them bus drivers. Drivers remain very anxious and scared, but their cabs have now been sealed off. Many transport workers want personal protective equipment (PPE) - especially masks. TfL said PPE was not recommended by experts in non-surgical settings and could be counter-productive, but it was watching advice on how they would get supplies if that changed.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK hospital deaths rise by 861

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 12:00 pm

The number of coronavirus hospital deaths in the UK has risen by 861, bringing the total number to 13,729, according to figures from the Department of Health and Social Care. The Department of Health said that, as of 0900 on Thursday, 327,608 people have been tested, of whom 103,093 tested positive. Overall, 417,649 tests have been carried out, with 18,665 on Wednesday, excluding data from Northern Ireland.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): EasyJet to leave middle plane seats empty

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 1:32 pm

EasyJet plans to keep the middle seat on its planes empty to allow for social distancing once the Covid-19 lockdown has been lifted. The airline grounded its entire fleet at the end of March. EasyJet chief executive Johan Lundgren expects the seating measure will encourage more people to fly. "That is something that we will do because I think that is something that the customers would like to see," he said. "Then we will work out with the authorities and listen to the customers' views and points on what they believe is the right thing to do, particularly in the start-up period." EasyJet later said the idea was one suggested measure that could be undertaken "for a short period while flying was resuming".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52306868

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/16/20 at 3:54 pm


He is a very good artist.


I could've sworn he had actual rats!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/16/20 at 3:57 pm

Would anyone know when barbershops will open up again cause I really need a haircut.  ???

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London mayor tells city: Wear a mask if you leave home

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 4:22 pm

The Mayor of London is calling for the city's residents to wear masks or face coverings whenever they leave the house. UK public health advice doesn't recommend wearing masks at this stage. But Sadiq Khan says he lobbied the UK government's chief scientific officer, Patrick Vallance, and chief medical officer, Chris Whitty, in a meeting in Downing Street earlier, calling for the change in advice. He tells BBC London: “The evidence around the world is that this is effective, and I’m lobbying our government, our advisers to change their advice, and I want us to do that sooner rather than later”.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Putin postpones Victory Day parade

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 4:34 pm

Russian President Vladimir Putin has postponed the 9 May Victory Day parade because of the coronavirus pandemic. The parade is held annually to commemorate the end of World War Two, with major plans for this year's event to mark the 75th anniversary. Plans had included 15,000 troops marching in Moscow's Red Square, along with the latest missile equipment, and it was to be attended by various world leaders. In an televised address to the nation, Putin said: "The risks associated with the epidemic, whose peak has not yet passed, are still extremely high". Earlier this week, Russian war veterans wrote to the president, asking him to postpone the event. Putin said it would be rearranged for later in the year with June, September and November as potential dates.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/16/20 at 5:03 pm


Would anyone know when barbershops will open up again cause I really need a haircut.  ???


I haven't cut my hair since November  :o

My coworkers complimented my hair and I'm unsure if they were being sarcastic or not.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/16/20 at 5:10 pm


I haven't cut my hair since November  :o

My coworkers complimented my hair and I'm unsure if they were being sarcastic or not.
Having hair (again) reminds of the 1960s. Groovy!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/16/20 at 5:36 pm


Having hair (again) reminds of the 1960s. Groovy!


My hair looks more 1980s.  :-[

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 04/16/20 at 5:37 pm


My question is: why the heck are people traveling if they know they have the flu or whatever it is? I mean, I think even a 5-year-old would know they should stay home. It's common sense. If you're sick DON'T TRAVEL! I think they're doing it on purpose...sorry but I really do.

Fudge me all you want tonight my lovelies!  :-*


It's because of some people in the younger generation thinking that they're invincible and thinking that "oh I'm young and healthy! Nothing is going to happen to me!"!

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 04/16/20 at 5:46 pm


It's because of some people in the younger generation thinking that they're invincible and thinking that "oh I'm young and healthy! Nothing is going to happen to me!"!


There's always been a lot of unnecessary traveling. Corporate arrogance.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: 2001 on 04/16/20 at 5:57 pm


It's because of some people in the younger generation thinking that they're invincible and thinking that "oh I'm young and healthy! Nothing is going to happen to me!"!


That's an old post from when Chinese people were travelling back to their home villages for Chinese New Year to be with their family. China is a humungous country–larger than the continental United States–so it's not everyday migrant workers get to see their family. I don't really blame them for hopping onto trains despite having a cough, even though they ended up spreading the disease throughout the country. Back then not many people knew how serious the "Wuhan virus" was.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/16/20 at 7:01 pm

Cherry Festival and Blissfest have both cancelled until next year. Those are huge. Between that and the local Venetian Festival and mushroom festival, the writing is on the wall now. No more fairs, fireworks, parades, concerts, anything this year. Partially due to safety but with no money coming in nobody can afford to host or attend.

Cherry festival is probably the biggest thing in the north and the only times they ever cancelled were for world war 2 and in 1947 for some historical event.

If the bridge walk gets cancelled it will be the first time ever.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Royals say lockdown is stressful on mental health

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 2:33 am

The coronavirus lockdown is "stressful" for many people and it is important to look after mental health, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge have said. In a BBC interview, Prince William said NHS workers often had to absorb the pain and loneliness of coronavirus patients. The duke went on to reveal how anxious he was when his father, the Prince of Wales, was diagnosed with the virus. Talking about the pandemic, mental health and the NHS, Prince William described how "pressure, stress and isolation" had been building up for many people during lockdown.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Petition to knight Captain Tom Moore

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 4:33 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/17/09e96fd1-c44d-431d-96e0-eb02e37f543e.jpg

A petition for Captain Tom Moore to receive a knighthood has been signed by more than 400,000 people so far. The 99-year-old war veteran walked 100 laps of his garden to raise £18m and counting for the NHS. Capt Tom originally aimed to raise just £1,000 for NHS Charities Together by completing laps of his garden before his 100th birthday on 30 April. But he has smashed his target after nearly 800,000 people made donations to his fundraising page.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Questions I want answered please?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 6:00 am


Do we now trust the stats and figures that come out form China ?
Is Donald Trump's plans to reopen states in phases a good thing?
Is there a fail safe face mask?
Was Robinson Crusoe the first man to be in self-isolation?


Answers please.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London mayor tells city: Wear a mask if you leave home

Written By: Howard on 04/17/20 at 7:16 am


The Mayor of London is calling for the city's residents to wear masks or face coverings whenever they leave the house. UK public health advice doesn't recommend wearing masks at this stage. But Sadiq Khan says he lobbied the UK government's chief scientific officer, Patrick Vallance, and chief medical officer, Chris Whitty, in a meeting in Downing Street earlier, calling for the change in advice. He tells BBC London: “The evidence around the world is that this is effective, and I’m lobbying our government, our advisers to change their advice, and I want us to do that sooner rather than later”.



It's the same with New York you must wear a facial covering when entering public transportation.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/17/20 at 7:17 am


I haven't cut my hair since November  :o

My coworkers complimented my hair and I'm unsure if they were being sarcastic or not.


Why so long?  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/17/20 at 7:18 am


Having hair (again) reminds of the 1960s. Groovy!


And The 1970's too.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Chinese virus 'will have infected hundreds

Written By: Howard on 04/17/20 at 7:19 am


There's always been a lot of unnecessary traveling. Corporate arrogance.


Some people just need to work and make money.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 7:19 am



It's the same with New York you must wear a facial covering when entering public transportation.
It is not mandatory yet in London, the Mayor of london Sadiq Khan is asking for it.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK reports 847 more virus deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 8:43 am

As of 9am 17 April, 438,991 tests have concluded, with 21,328 tests on 16 April.

341,551 people have been tested of which 108,692 tested positive.

As of 5pm on 16 April, of those hospitalised in the UK who tested positive for coronavirus, 14,576 have sadly died.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EVzri8lXYAEDfHa?format=jpg&name=small

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/17/20 at 8:44 am

Just heard that a colleague has tested positive for COVID during the school holiday. He is apparently making a good recovery.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Petition to knight Captain Tom Moore

Written By: Sman12 on 04/17/20 at 8:45 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/17/09e96fd1-c44d-431d-96e0-eb02e37f543e.jpg

A petition for Captain Tom Moore to receive a knighthood has been signed by more than 400,000 people so far. The 99-year-old war veteran walked 100 laps of his garden to raise £18m and counting for the NHS. Capt Tom originally aimed to raise just £1,000 for NHS Charities Together by completing laps of his garden before his 100th birthday on 30 April. But he has smashed his target after nearly 800,000 people made donations to his fundraising page.


I'm glad to see great people like him doing such noble causes. He should be knighted.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/17/20 at 8:54 am

As of now, the U.S. has over 678,210 cases of the coronavirus and 34,641 deaths related to it, per Worldometer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 9:50 am


As of now, the U.S. has over 678,210 cases of the coronavirus and 34,641 deaths related to it, per Worldometer.
Is it safe to reopen the states?

Subject: Covid-19: (Singer Christopher Cross 'optimistic' after being 'sick for weeks'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 10:01 am

US singer Christopher Cross has said he is "optimistic about improving" having been "sick for weeks" with coronavirus. The Grammy-winning performer told fans he currently could not walk but had been told by doctors he would recover. "I will get past this," the 68-year-old pledged in a message on Twitter.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52323046

Subject: Covid-19: Vodka and chocolate: UK cornershops see lockdown sales soar

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 10:33 am

Vodka and chocolate are among the most bought items at convenience stores during the lockdown, according to new UK data. Payments provider Paypoint said sales were up 56% compared with the same time last year. It has announced it will work with takeaway service Deliveroo to help small shops reach their customers.

Not toilet tissue?

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Vodka and chocolate: UK cornershops see lockdown sales soar

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/17/20 at 10:53 am


US singer Christopher Cross has said he is "optimistic about improving" having been "sick for weeks" with coronavirus. The Grammy-winning performer told fans he currently could not walk but had been told by doctors he would recover. "I will get past this," the 68-year-old pledged in a message on Twitter.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52323046


Wow I hope he does ok. That’s something having corona with no respiratory problems. I guess it hits everybody different. He did a show at a local casino in February. I wanted to see him but couldn’t make it.


Vodka and chocolate are among the most bought items at convenience stores during the lockdown, according to new UK data. Payments provider Paypoint said sales were up 56% compared with the same time last year. It has announced it will work with takeaway service Deliveroo to help small shops reach their customers.

Not toilet tissue?


I don’t know about there but most convenience stores here don’t sell tp. Soda, liquor, chips, candy, cigarettes, and some small and extremely overpriced packages of a few basic meds. And some automotive fluids.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 10:56 am


I don’t know about there but most convenience stores here don’t sell tp. Soda, liquor, chips, candy, cigarettes, and some small and extremely overpriced packages of a few basic meds. And some automotive fluids.
I am wondering are people buying vodka for a form of alcohol for a hand sanitation?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/17/20 at 1:40 pm


I am wondering are people buying vodka for a form of alcohol for a hand sanitation?


Possibly. But I think more as a way to drink away the depression of social isolation, and the worries of losing their jobs.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 1:53 pm


Possibly. But I think more as a way to drink away the depression of social isolation, and the worries of losing their jobs.
,,,there are other cheaper alcoholic drinks to drink?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/17/20 at 2:02 pm

It's official: Comic-Con's been cancelled, the first cancellation in its history.  :\'(

https://www.cbs8.com/article/entertainment/events/comic-con/san-diego-comic-con-international-2020-canceled/509-1ea18509-fbe9-4510-8dca-31eb7f63bfb3

2020, in general, is cancelled. On to 2021.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/17/20 at 2:07 pm


It is not mandatory yet in London, the Mayor of london Sadiq Khan is asking for it.


I think if there's going to be a Halloween this coming October that the facial coverings will be the new  mask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/17/20 at 2:08 pm


As of now, the U.S. has over 678,210 cases of the coronavirus and 34,641 deaths related to it, per Worldometer.


Just unbelievable!  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/17/20 at 2:09 pm


Is it safe to reopen the states?


New York has to wait till May. >:(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/17/20 at 2:10 pm


I am wondering are people buying vodka for a form of alcohol for a hand sanitation?


I wouldn't put vodka on my hands and use it as a sanitizer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 2:33 pm


It's official: Comic-Con's been cancelled, the first cancellation in its history.  :\'(

https://www.cbs8.com/article/entertainment/events/comic-con/san-diego-comic-con-international-2020-canceled/509-1ea18509-fbe9-4510-8dca-31eb7f63bfb3

2020, in general, is cancelled. On to 2021.


London has one too, I am not sure when it is due to be held, but no doubt that will be cancelled.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 2:34 pm


I think if there's going to be a Halloween this coming October that the facial coverings will be the new  mask.
Then the V for Vendetta Guy Fawkes masks?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 2:35 pm


As of now, the U.S. has over 678,210 cases of the coronavirus and 34,641 deaths related to it, per Worldometer.
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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/17/20 at 2:36 pm


Then the V for Vendetta Guy Fawkes masks?


Most kids wouldn't know that guy was.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/17/20 at 2:39 pm


Most kids wouldn't know that guy was.
https://www.denverpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/20060316_092620_AE17_vendetta.jpg?w=400

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 04/17/20 at 2:49 pm

Canada is slowly starting to flatten the curve.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/17/20 at 5:38 pm

My company just handed out masks today. The girl outside my office was complaining about the color of the masks.  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 04/17/20 at 11:26 pm


Canada is slowly starting to flatten the curve.

That's good to know. I wish US could follow suit.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 2:06 am


My company just handed out masks today. The girl outside my office was complaining about the color of the masks.  ;D
Which is better in regards for the importance of the day, colour or health?

Subject: Coronavirus: Double warning over antibody tests

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 2:06 am

Hopes that coronavirus antibody tests could help the UK end its lockdown have been dealt a blow - after the World Health Organization questioned whether they offer any guarantee of immunity.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52335210

Subject: Coronavirus: Concerns over reuse of protective medical kit

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 2:48 am

Unions representing doctors and nurses have expressed concerns about revised coronavirus guidance that allows some personal protective equipment to be reused at hospitals in England.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52335561

Subject: Coronavirus: How long does it take to recover?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 3:20 am

Covid-19 only emerged at the end of 2019, but already there are signs it may take a long time for some patients to get back to full health. Recovery time will depend on how sick you become in the first place. Some people will shrug off the illness fast, but for others it could leave lasting problems. Age, gender and other health issues all increase the risk of becoming more seriously ill from Covid-19. The more invasive the treatment you receive, and the longer it is performed, the longer recovery is likely to take.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52301633

Subject: Coronavirus: Star-studded One World: Together At Home concert to be aired

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 3:34 am

A star-studded special concert is to be live-streamed and broadcast on TV to support frontline workers tackling the coronavirus outbreak. The One World: Together At Home show will see more than 100 artists including the Rolling Stones and Billie Eilish perform live from their homes. The eight-hour global event is run by the Global Citizen movement and the World Health Organization (WHO). It will be curated in collaboration with superstar Lady Gaga. "We may be apart right now, but coming together has never been more important," Global Citizen said in a statement. American TV personalities Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel and Jimmy Fallon will host the show, which will feature Elton John, Taylor Swift and Oprah Winfrey among others. All four members of the Rolling Stones - Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Charlie Watts and Ronnie Wood - will take part.

Viewers from around the world will be able to watch the two-part event:

A live stream will be running from 18:00 GMT to 00:00 GMT (Sunday)

A TV broadcast between 00:00-02:00 GMT(Sunday)

In the UK, BBC One will screen highlights of the concert at 19:15-21:15 BST on Sunday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52333890

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PPE fears lead Saturday's UK newspapers

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 3:42 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/18/6bea0ed2-d2b4-4f15-86ca-e4fdf033ba81.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 3:46 am


As of now, the U.S. has over 678,210 cases of the coronavirus and 34,641 deaths related to it, per Worldometer.
Could the virus delay the US election, hence Trump wanting the states open again?

Subject: Covid-19: Sir Paul McCartney and Dame Emma Thompson write 'love letters' to NHS

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 4:30 am

"Love letters" to the NHS, written by stars including Sir Paul McCartney and Dame Emma Thompson, are to appear in a new charity book. Dear NHS: 100 Stories to Say Thank You, will also feature contributions by Stephen Fry and Ricky Gervais. The book, which will raise funds for NHS Charities Together and The Lullaby Trust, has been curated by This Is Going To Hurt author Adam Kay. "Every single one of us owes so much to the NHS," he said. "It is our single greatest achievement as a nation, always there for us and never more so than now."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52315917

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Downing Street advises against holiday bookings

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 6:20 am

People should not book holidays until current social distancing rules are relaxed, Downing Street has suggested. No 10 said official guidance designed to suppress the spread of coronavirus did "not allow" for non-essential travel within the UK or overseas. The pandemic has severely curtailed air travel although UK airlines are looking at how to operate after the lockdown. "We are not seeing declines yet. I won't be booking a summer holiday at this point, let's put it that way," Transport Secretary Grant Shapps told BBC Radio 4's Today programme

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No gun salute to mark Queen's birthday

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 8:00 am

There will be no gun salutes to mark the Queen's 94th birthday on 21 April, as it is not thought to be appropriate during the coronavirus pandemic. It is believed to be the first time in the Queen's 68-year reign that there has been no such birthday salute. The monarch will celebrate the occasion privately, although there will be a social media post as normal. It has already been announced that there will be no Trooping the Colour, a public celebration of her birthday, in June.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Government releases latest figures on coronavirus deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 8:18 am

As of 9am 18 April, 460,437 tests have concluded, with 21,389 tests on 17 April.

357,023 people have been tested of which 114,217 tested positive.

As of 5pm on 17 April, of those hospitalised in the UK who tested positive for coronavirus, 15,464 have sadly died.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EV40KQaXgAEzGZx?format=jpg&name=small

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Spain's death toll passes 20,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 9:56 am

The death toll from Covid-19 in Spain moved past 20,000 on Saturday, the country's health ministry said. A total of 20,043 people have now died there, with 565 deaths in the past 24 hours. That figure is down on the 585 reported on Friday. Spain is one of the countries hardest hit by the pandemic. The number of declared cases now stands at 191,726 - but the health ministry said the increase in infections had slowed in recent days, and the number of people considered to be cured had risen to nearly 75,000.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'Not reasonable' to drive to coast, police say

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 10:14 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/18/f2b92eef-e8d7-499f-a716-7c105712caf3.jpg

Police have urged people not to drive to the Lincolnshire coast to take exercise. It comes after details of a document - previously sent to police forces across the UK - were made public. The document - entitled "what constitutes a reasonable excuse to leave the place where you live" - was issued by the National Police Chiefs' Council and the College of Policing, On exercise, it states driving to the countryside for a walk is "reasonable" if "far more time" is spent walking than driving.

"If you don't need to travel in your car to go for a walk, because you can walk from your house, then actually don't do that.. There is opportunity for the majority of our communities in the county to go from their home address or very close to their home address without the need to travel half an hour to the coast". from Jason Harwin Deputy Chief Constable of Lincolnshire Police
If you don't need to travel in your car to go for a walk, because you can walk from your house, then actually don't do that.. There is opportunity for the majority of our communities in the county to go from their home address or very close to their home address without the need to travel half an hour to the coast."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Spain's death toll passes 20,000

Written By: Sman12 on 04/18/20 at 10:17 am


The death toll from Covid-19 in Spain moved past 20,000 on Saturday, the country's health ministry said. A total of 20,043 people have now died there, with 565 deaths in the past 24 hours. That figure is down on the 585 reported on Friday. Spain is one of the countries hardest hit by the pandemic. The number of declared cases now stands at 191,726 - but the health ministry said the increase in infections had slowed in recent days, and the number of people considered to be cured had risen to nearly 75,000.

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While the amount of deaths still is staggering, I'm happy that Spain managed to lower the spread of the virus, and even Italy as well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 10:18 am


While the amount of deaths still is staggering, I'm happy that Spain managed to lower the spread of the virus, and even Italy as well.
Hoping that the peak has been passed?

Subject: Covid-19: Parks and cemeteries must stay open, says communities minister

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/18/20 at 2:57 pm

Parks and cemeteries must remain open and family can attend loved ones' funerals, Local Government Secretary Robert Jenrick has said. Speaking at Number 10, he said "people need parks" but they must observe social distancing and not congregate in groups. He also announced an extra £1.6bn for local councils in England. And the ethnicity of victims will be recorded, in an attempt to understand why it affects some groups more. Giving the government's daily briefing, Mr Jenrick said he had "made it clear" to councils that all parks must remain open, after some closed their gates in recent weeks. He said lockdown measures were harder for those without gardens or open spaces and that they needed to be accessible for "the health of the nation".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/18/20 at 3:23 pm


Canada is slowly starting to flatten the curve.


What about New York? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/18/20 at 3:24 pm


My company just handed out masks today. The girl outside my office was complaining about the color of the masks.  ;D



Was the color blue that she was complaining about?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/18/20 at 3:26 pm


Could the virus delay the US election, hence Trump wanting the states open again?


I think it might.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/18/20 at 6:38 pm


Canada is slowly starting to flatten the curve.


It might be too early to say, but in Ontario it's looking like soon there will be just as many recoveries as there will be new cases, and the active case count will start to fall/flatline. :D

And they managed to get testing up to 10,000 a day too! I'm excited for this lockdown to end soon; although I will continue to practice social distancing such as avoiding the gym and public transport until that vaccine comes out.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 04/19/20 at 12:00 am


It might be too early to say, but in Ontario it's looking like soon there will be just as many recoveries as there will be new cases, and the active case count will start to fall/flatline. :D

And they managed to get testing up to 10,000 a day too! I'm excited for this lockdown to end soon; although I will continue to practice social distancing such as avoiding the gym and public transport until that vaccine comes out.


Yeah me too.  I'll be happy when I can finally go back to the Y for my exercise regime.  When I can finally visit my family and friends for the first time in months.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/19/20 at 12:27 am


Yeah me too.  I'll be happy when I can finally go back to the Y for my exercise regime.  When I can finally visit my family and friends for the first time in months.


Not much will change for me but I’ll be happy when I can go up north and not worry about being fined for it. When I go, the goal is to get away from people anyway while being in a pretty place.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/19/20 at 12:36 am


Not much will change for me but I’ll be happy when I can go up north and not worry about being fined for it. When I go, the goal is to get away from people anyway while being in a pretty place.


My plan was to escape to Nunavut (I have a nice parka) but they banned non residents.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/20 at 3:35 am


My plan was to escape to Nunavut (I have a nice parka) but they banned non residents.
It is the same in the UK, like areas of the Lake District, as you say they banned non residents.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus):UK government under fire for 'missed opportunities'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/20 at 3:36 am

The UK government has been accused of missing a number of opportunities to lessen the impact of the coronavirus. The Sunday Times reports that Boris Johnson missed five meetings of the emergency Cobra committee as the health crisis was looming and the government is accused of losing weeks in the fight against Covid-19. The government is facing criticism over its preparedness for the crisis, over testing, the timing of the lockdown and personal protective equipment. Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove told Sky there were aspects of the newspaper report that were "slightly off", and would not be drawn on accusations that the UK sent 266,000 pieces of protective equipment to China. Shadow health secretary, Jonathan Ashworth, was damning of the senior minister's comments. Mr Ashworth told Sky: "Michael Gove's line that one or two aspects of this story are off beam is possibly the weakest rebuttal of a detailed expose in British political history."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Captain Tom guest at hospital opening after raising £25m

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/20 at 4:00 am

A 99-year-old war veteran who has raised more than £25m for the National Health Service is to be guest of honour at the opening of a new UK field hospital.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/19/20 at 4:19 am


Yeah me too.  I'll be happy when I can finally go back to the Y for my exercise regime.  When I can finally visit my family and friends for the first time in months.


Same here, I can finally get a haircut and go to my dentist as well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/20 at 4:22 am


Same here, I can finally get a haircut and go to my dentist as well.
Same for me, also get to an opticians for new pair of glasses.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Brazilians protest against lockdown measures

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/20 at 7:17 am

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It's not just in the US that some people are protesting against the impact of lockdown measures. Hundreds of people took to the streets of Brazil's largest cities on Saturday to demand an end to the restrictions, which are also opposed by President Jair Bolsonaro. The demonstrators rode cars and other vehicles through Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Brasilia against lockdown rules put in place by Brazilian states. Bolsonaro has previously called coronavirus "a little flu" and recently fired his health minister, who had urged people to observe social distancing and stay indoors. The country has the largest number of confirmed coronavirus infections in Latin America, with almost 37,000 cases, according to Johns Hopkins University. More than 2,000 people have died.

Tell me what do they not understand about the instruction "STAY AT HOME"?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Brazilians protest against lockdown measures

Written By: Sman12 on 04/19/20 at 8:17 am


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It's not just in the US that some people are protesting against the impact of lockdown measures. Hundreds of people took to the streets of Brazil's largest cities on Saturday to demand an end to the restrictions, which are also opposed by President Jair Bolsonaro. The demonstrators rode cars and other vehicles through Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Brasilia against lockdown rules put in place by Brazilian states. Bolsonaro has previously called coronavirus "a little flu" and recently fired his health minister, who had urged people to observe social distancing and stay indoors. The country has the largest number of confirmed coronavirus infections in Latin America, with almost 37,000 cases, according to Johns Hopkins University. More than 2,000 people have died.

Tell me what do they not understand about the instruction "STAY AT HOME"?



I'm for slowly reopening the economy, but if some of these people believe that "it's just the flu, bro", then they will easily see a surge of new cases without any proven treatment or vaccine if they get sick. This "herd immunity" plan annoys me.  >:(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/20 at 8:41 am



I'm for slowly reopening the economy, but if some of these people believe that "it's just the flu, bro", then they will easily see a surge of new cases without any proven treatment or vaccine if they get sick. This "herd immunity" plan annoys me.  >:(
If you are going to make an outdoor protest (which I recommend not to), wear a face mask and keep your distance, as you say... a surge of new cases.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest UK coronavirus figures

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/20 at 9:45 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/19/20 at 10:09 am


If you are going to make an outdoor protest (which I recommend not to), wear a face mask and keep your distance, as you say... a surge of new cases.


Exactamundo, my guy.  :) But I understand why a lot of people are upset, especially Michiganians. They had to deal with the strictest rules here in the US, like not using their own jet skis or motorboats or not being allowed to go to their second homes. It's honestly ridiculous.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/20 at 10:19 am


Exactamundo, my guy.  :) But I understand why a lot of people are upset, especially Michiganians. They had to deal with the strictest rules here in the US, like not using their own jet skis or motorboats or not being allowed to go to their second homes. It's honestly ridiculous.
I do not wish say this, in two to three weeks from now, what would the surges be like at those locations. In the UK, we are told "The single most important action you can take is to stay at home in order to protect the NHS and save lives."

Subject: Coronavirus: Delivery of protective kit for NHS delayed

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/20 at 10:47 am

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A personal protective equipment (PPE) delivery from Turkey to the UK has been delayed, the government has said. Cabinet minister Robert Jenrick said on Saturday equipment including 400,000 gowns would arrive on Sunday, and there was "short supply" in some areas. A government spokesman confirmed the delay on Sunday, saying they were working "to ensure the shipment is delivered as soon as possible". A source told the BBC they hoped it would arrive in the coming days. The pledge to take delivery of more protective kit came after warnings that some hospitals' intensive care units could run out of gowns this weekend. Dr Chaand Nagpaul, chair of the British Medical Association, described the delay as "very concerning". "Healthcare workers desperately need proper and effective protection now - by whatever means possible," he said, adding: "This really is a matter of life and death."

Subject: Coronavirus: No date for when schools will reopen

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/20 at 11:12 am

The education secretary has said he cannot give a date for when schools will reopen, four weeks after they were shut to curb the spread of coronavirus. At the government's daily briefing, Gavin Williamson said he understood people were "anxious to know" a date. But he said five "tests" must be met before schools could reopen, including a fall in the daily death rate. His comments come after a report in the Sunday Times said schools could reopen as early as 11 May. UK schools were closed to all but vulnerable children and those of key workers on 20 March. Mr Williamson said: "People are anxious to know when we're going to relax restrictions, when schools are likely to be fully back and open again. "Of course, I want nothing more than to see schools back, get them back to normal, make sure the children are sat around, learning, and experiencing the joy of being at school. But I can't give you a date."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52332903

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 04/19/20 at 1:01 pm


Could the virus delay the US election, hence Trump wanting the states open again?

He doesn't realize how serious this pandemic is.




I'm for slowly reopening the economy, but if some of these people believe that "it's just the flu, bro", then they will easily see a surge of new cases without any proven treatment or vaccine if they get sick. This "herd immunity" plan annoys me.  >:(

Right on.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/19/20 at 1:08 pm


He doesn't realize how serious this pandemic is.

Right on.


I don’t think people consider how much desperation the shutdowns have instilled into people who are now out of work. The suicide rate will be skyrocketing.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/19/20 at 1:09 pm


I don’t think people consider how much desperation the shutdowns have instilled into people who are now out of work. The suicide rate will be skyrocketing.

In the UK, we are told "The single most important action you can take is to stay at home in order to protect the NHS and save lives."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: loki 13 on 04/19/20 at 7:07 pm

New Jersey is still a hotbed for the virus. If we must go out we need to wear a mask, this is me rocking my mask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 12:54 am


New Jersey is still a hotbed for the virus. If we must go out we need to wear a mask, this is me rocking my mask.
You look well protected there, is an industrial face mask?

Subject: Coronavirus: Millions to claim as government job site goes live

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 12:55 am

The government pay scheme for workers who are kept on the payroll, despite not working due to coronavirus, is set to open for applications on Monday. Under the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme, the government will cover 80% of workers' wages, up to £2,500 a month, if they are put on leave. Chancellor Rishi Sunak said: "It's vital that our economy gets up and running again as soon as it's safe." Millions of workers are expected to be "furloughed" because of the lockdown. The Treasury said the system, which goes live at 08:00 on Monday, can process up to 450,000 applications an hour. Employers should receive the money within six working days of making an application, it said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52346685

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK 'hopeful' PPE will arrive from Turkey on Monday

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 3:21 am

UK Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden says he is "hopeful" 84 tonnes of personal protective equipment, which includes 400,000 gowns, will arrive on a flight from Turkey on Monday. “We are very hopeful that later today that flight will take off and we will get those gowns,” Mr Dowden told BBC Breakfast. "There have been challenges at the Turkish end. I don’t want to start making more and more promises but I understand that that flight will take off this afternoon and those will be delivered.” Mr Dowden also confirmed that PPE from China had been procured and the UK would be “getting those shortly as well". This weekend saw warnings that some supplies of PPE for NHS workers were on the verge of running out.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/20/20 at 4:09 am


Same for me, also get to an opticians for new pair of glasses.


Are you due for a new pair?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Brazilians protest against lockdown measures

Written By: Howard on 04/20/20 at 4:10 am


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It's not just in the US that some people are protesting against the impact of lockdown measures. Hundreds of people took to the streets of Brazil's largest cities on Saturday to demand an end to the restrictions, which are also opposed by President Jair Bolsonaro. The demonstrators rode cars and other vehicles through Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Brasilia against lockdown rules put in place by Brazilian states. Bolsonaro has previously called coronavirus "a little flu" and recently fired his health minister, who had urged people to observe social distancing and stay indoors. The country has the largest number of confirmed coronavirus infections in Latin America, with almost 37,000 cases, according to Johns Hopkins University. More than 2,000 people have died.

Tell me what do they not understand about the instruction "STAY AT HOME"?


Nobody seems to understand that.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/20/20 at 4:12 am


New Jersey is still a hotbed for the virus. If we must go out we need to wear a mask, this is me rocking my mask.



Hey, just as long as it's a mask or any face covering.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 4:19 am


Are you due for a new pair?
Yes indeed, Ii think the opticians are open, medical reasons, but it is the getting there, and the chance of brushing by people, etc.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 4:28 am



Hey, just as long as it's a mask or any face covering.
Some face masks are not up for the job for protection, some air and bacterial particles can still seep through.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/20/20 at 4:41 am


Some face masks are not up for the job for protection, some air and bacterial particles can still seep through.


Maybe it's best to cover the whole face?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/20/20 at 4:57 am


You look well protected there, is an industrial face mask?


It’s an inthe00s t shirt

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 5:05 am


It’s an inthe00s t shirt
;D ;D ;D

Subject: Coronavirus: New York couples can now tie the knot over Zoom

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 5:08 am

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed an order allowing online marriages, as many weddings are cancelled under lockdown restrictions. From now on, people in the US state will be able to apply for marriage licences remotely and clerks allowed to conduct ceremonies virtually. Mr Cuomo joked that the decision meant there was now "no excuse" for couples not to tie the knot. "You can do it by Zoom. Yes or no?" he said in his briefing on Saturday. The decision comes after New York state extended lockdown measures until 15 May. More than 13,000 people have died of coronavirus in New York city alone.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52346437

Subject: Covid-19: Virgin Atlantic will collapse without help - Branson

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 5:33 am

Virgin Group boss Richard Branson has written an open letter to the company's employees warning Virgin Atlantic will collapse unless it receives government financial support, saying this is the "most challenging time" the company has faced in five decades of business. He writes: "It is hard to find the words to convey what a devastating impact this pandemic continues to have on so many communities, businesses and people around the world. From a business perspective, the damage to many is unprecedented and the length of the disruption remains worryingly unknown." It has been reported that the carrier is asking for up to £500m ($614M) of public money. Sir Richard writes: "This would be in the form of a commercial loan - it wouldn't be free money and the airline would pay it back." He also defends himself from criticism of his request for help from taxpayers, saying: "I’ve seen lots of comments about my net worth – but that is calculated on the value of Virgin businesses around the world before this crisis, not sitting as cash in a bank account ready to withdraw." He adds: "Much has been said about Virgin Atlantic employees taking a wage reduction for eight weeks, spread across six and a half months. This was a virtually unanimous decision made by Virgin Atlantic employees and their unions who collectively chose to do this to save as many jobs as possible – it was not forced upon them by management."

Subject: Coronavirus: First patients leave London's Nightingale hospital

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 6:14 am

The first Covid-19 patients have been discharged from the NHS Nightingale emergency hospital in London. Simon Chung and another man were applauded by staff as they left the hospital at the ExCeL centre in Newham on Sunday afternoon, NHS England said. The temporary facility was built in nine days with capacity for up to 4,000 admissions and received its first patients on 7 April. Mr Chung, aged in his 50s, will now be treated in a north London hospital.

Subject: Coronavirus: Boris Johnson fears second peak from relaxing lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 7:01 am

Boris Johnson has told colleagues his concerns that relaxing lockdown measures too soon could lead to a second outbreak of coronavirus. The PM is understood to have met his deputy Dominic Raab at Chequers on Friday to discuss the crisis. He is thought to have told Mr Raab and other officials via video that stopping a second peak was his priority.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52351982

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Investigation after thousands defy Bangladesh lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 7:11 am

A three-person committee has begun looking into an incident over the weekend when 100,000 people defied the nation-wide lockdown in Bangladesh. They broke the rules to attend the funeral of Maulana Jubayer Ahmed Ansari, a senior member of an Islamist party. The incident has sparked fears of leading to massive Covid-19 clusters emerging from the event. Bangladesh has confirmed more than 2,400 cases so far and 91 deaths.

Is Donald Trump paying attention to this?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 429 new hospital deaths reported in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 9:23 am

A further 429 people have died with coronavirus in hospitals in England, latest figures show. NHS England said that 348 of these deaths were reported over the weekend, while the others took place at earlier dates. The new figures take the total number of confirmed deaths in hospitals in England to 14,829. In Wales, a further nine deaths have been announced, taking the total number of hospital deaths reported by Public Health Wales to 584.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Deer take advantage of deserted streets

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 10:24 am

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Quiet roads in Cornwall as a result of the Covid-19 lockdown have encouraged some normally shy residents to make an appearance. A webcam installed at a bed and breakfast captured deer walking down the deserted street in Boscastle on Friday.

Subject: Coronavirus: Minute's silence in memory of NHS staff

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 10:28 am

Britain may hold a minute's silence next week to pay tribute to NHS workers who have died with coronavirus. Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said government was actively looking at the idea, proposed by health unions Unison, the Royal College of Nursing and the Royal College of Midwives. It could be on 28 April, International Workers' Memorial Day, two days before the weekly Clap For Our Carers event. There have been 49 verified deaths of NHS staff during the pandemic so far. But the real figure will be higher and continues to rise.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52352150

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK 'hopeful' PPE will arrive from Turkey on Monday

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 10:41 am


UK Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden says he is "hopeful" 84 tonnes of personal protective equipment, which includes 400,000 gowns, will arrive on a flight from Turkey on Monday. “We are very hopeful that later today that flight will take off and we will get those gowns,” Mr Dowden told BBC Breakfast. "There have been challenges at the Turkish end. I don’t want to start making more and more promises but I understand that that flight will take off this afternoon and those will be delivered.” Mr Dowden also confirmed that PPE from China had been procured and the UK would be “getting those shortly as well". This weekend saw warnings that some supplies of PPE for NHS workers were on the verge of running out.
Turkish sources have told the BBC that the delayed shipment of personal protective equipment destined for the UK has been cleared for export by Turkey’s Health Ministry. “Turkey is very keen to get this shipment on its way and is trying hard to send it today or tomorrow,” a source told us. The company involved in the shipment to Britain only finalised its application for permission to export this morning, according to the source. Since the virus outbreak, medical goods being exported from Turkey require this permission. It’s still unclear when the shipment will actually leave, and whether any additional paperwork is outstanding. A spokeswoman for the FCO in Turkey could not confirm if any progress had been made. She told the BBC the situation remains that they are “continuing to work to get this equipment delivered”.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll increases by 449

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 10:43 am

As of 9am 20 April, 501,379 tests have concluded, with 19,316 tests on 19 April. 386,044 people have been tested of which 124,743 tested positive. As of 5pm on 19 April, of those hospitalised in the UK who tested positive for coronavirus, 16,509 have sadly died.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EWDpDfnXgAE1j52?format=jpg&name=small

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Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Minute's silence in memory of NHS staff

Written By: Sman12 on 04/20/20 at 10:46 am


Britain may hold a minute's silence next week to pay tribute to NHS workers who have died with coronavirus. Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said government was actively looking at the idea, proposed by health unions Unison, the Royal College of Nursing and the Royal College of Midwives. It could be on 28 April, International Workers' Memorial Day, two days before the weekly Clap For Our Carers event. There have been 49 verified deaths of NHS staff during the pandemic so far. But the real figure will be higher and continues to rise.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52352150


I think they should do it in rememberance for the workers who fought a tough battle and have unfortunately fallen to the virus.

New York and New Jersey have ordered all of their flags to be half-staff in honor of all of those who have died from COVID-19.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/20/20 at 1:18 pm


New Jersey is still a hotbed for the virus. If we must go out we need to wear a mask, this is me rocking my mask.



I have a tee shirt that looks just like that.  ;)


Cat

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New York Pride - 50th anniversary parade cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 4:09 pm

No events will be granted a permit in New York City in the month of June, meaning the 50th anniversary Pride parade is cancelled, as is the Puerto Rican Day Parade, celebrating its 63rd anniversary. The announcement was made by Mayor Bill de Blasio at a press conference earlier on Monday. De Blasio has heavily criticised the federal government’s handling of the outbreak in New York - the epicentre within the US. "The absence of testing from day one never allowed us to fight this war the right way," he told MSNBC. "If we had had testing in the beginning, we could have done a very intensive containment strategy."

Subject: Coronavirus: Liverpool v Atletico Madrid virus link an 'interesting hypothesis'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/20/20 at 4:13 pm

More than 52,000 fans watched as Liverpool lost 3-2 to Atletico Madrid at Anfield on 11 March, a result that sealed the holders' elimination from the competition. Speculation over a possible link between coronavirus cases in Liverpool and the club's Champions League match with Atletico Madrid last month is an "interesting hypothesis", a scientific adviser to the UK government has said. Some coronavirus deaths in Liverpool have been blamed on the 11 March match at Anfield, which was attended by more than 52,000 people, including 3,000 from Madrid, where a partial lockdown was already in force. While there is no confirmed link between the match and any coronavirus cases, the government's deputy chief scientific adviser, Angela McLean, said it warranted further investigation. "It will be very interesting to see in the future, when all the science is done, what relationship there is between the viruses that have circulated in Liverpool and the viruses that have circulated in Spain," she said at the UK government's daily coronavirus news briefing on Monday. Liverpool city council's director of public health Matthew Ashton previously told the Guardian the match should have been called off, while the mayor of Madrid, Jose Luis Martinez-Almeida, said over the weekend that it was a "mistake" to allow thousands of Atletico fans to attend. "It didn't make any sense that 3,000 Atletico fans could travel to Anfield at that time," Martinez-Almedia told Spanish radio station Onda Cero. Latest figures show that 246 people have died with coronavirus in Liverpool's NHS hospitals.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/52362099

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: loki 13 on 04/20/20 at 6:03 pm



I have a tee shirt that looks just like that.  ;)


Cat


I used to have a tee shirt but my granddaughter cut it up for a mask. I figured if I have to wear face clothes, as the Governor
likes to call it, I might as well wear something styling. ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/20/20 at 6:41 pm


I used to have a tee shirt but my granddaughter cut it up for a mask. I figured if I have to wear face clothes, as the Governor
likes to call it, I might as well wear something styling. ;D



I think you might still be able to buy a tee shirt if you want one. https://www.cafepress.com/+inthe00s+t-shirts


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: muppethammer26 on 04/20/20 at 11:39 pm

If the trend of cancellations/postponements of several 2020 events continue into late Summer/early Fall, I can expect events that are supposed to take place in August/September (as well as the rest of the events taking place in July) to be canceled or postponed, maybe leaving us with an empty summer. I’m still worried that we might not be able to do anything this summer due to the possibly of a all-summer lockdown. :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/21/20 at 12:01 am


If the trend of cancellations/postponements of several 2020 events continue into late Summer/early Fall, I can expect events that are supposed to take place in August/September (as well as the rest of the events taking place in July) to be canceled or postponed, maybe leaving us with an empty summer. I’m still worried that we might not be able to do anything this summer due to the possibly of a all-summer lockdown. :(


Pretty much what’s happening here. Several major festivals of either fireworks, carnivals, or concerts are already cancelled even for the end of July. The rest are sure to follow and are canceling one by one. Campgrounds and parks closed. Trails are being closed as people start to use them. Being on the water in anything with a motor is illegal now. Pretty much sums up summer in northern Michigan. It’s already over before it even got started.

Subject: Coronavirus: Masks for public 'could put NHS supplies at risk'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 1:32 am

NHS supplies of face masks could be put at risk if the government starts advising the public to wear them, hospital bosses have warned. The government's scientific advisers are to meet later to discuss whether the public should be urged to wear masks in a bid to combat coronavirus. But Chris Hopson, chief executive of NHS Providers, warned there should be "clear evidence" to justify their use. He said securing supplies for NHS staff amid huge global demand was "crucial".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52363378

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What's happening in India?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 1:50 am

As India's day gets under way, here's a quick breakdown of its latest news:


One person inside the Rashtrapati Bhavan (Presidential Palace) has tested positive, local media reports say. More than 100 people have reportedly been asked to self-isolate.
Officials say that India's doubling time is increasing, meaning the spread is slowing down - it's taking an average of 7.5 days for cases to double now in comparison to 3.4 days a few weeks ago.
More than 1,000 Kashmiris who were stranded in Punjab state for 20 days were sent home after they were initially denied entry because of the lockdown.
Meanwhile, Punjab state will set up special quarantine centres for police, who have been on the frontline across India to enforce the lockdown.
India has confirmed just over 18,000 cases and nearly 600 deaths so far, according to data from the health ministry.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Captain Tom sent thousands of 100th birthday cards

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 2:56 am

A war veteran who has raised millions for the NHS has been sent more than 25,000 birthday cards. Captain Tom Moore, 99, has raised more the £27m by completing 100 laps of his garden before his 100th birthday. The South Midlands Mail Centre has dealt with 25,000 cards, but that number could rise ahead of Capt Tom's birthday on 30 April. With the aid of a walking frame, Capt Tom completed 100 laps of the 25m (82ft) loop in his garden in Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire, in 10-lap sessions. The Northampton-based mail centre, which deals with his post, has adapted equipment to deal with the number of cards. Staff have re-programmed sorting machines to re-route his mail into a dedicated collection box.

Subject: Coronavirus: New working arrangements for MPs as Commons returns

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 4:11 am

The House of Commons has been trying out its new working arrangements in preparation for MPs' return later. Speaker Sir Lindsay Hoyle led a rehearsal on Monday in which ministers faced questions via video link. Screens have been installed in the chamber to allow MPs to speak remotely while the limited number attending in person will be signposted where to sit. The new practices will initially operate until 12 May although could remain in place for longer. They are part of a raft of changes designed to allow Parliament to continue to operate during the coronavirus outbreak, including reduced sitting hours, virtual committee meetings and strict social distancing measures within the Palace of Westminster. The new "hybrid" system - in which the number of MPs present in the chamber will be limited to about 50 - is expected to be approved by MPs when they return from their Easter break at 14.30 BST.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52362667

Subject: Coronavirus: Number dying hits 20-year high in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 4:35 am

Deaths in England and Wales have risen sharply above what would be expected, hitting a 20-year high. The Office for National Statistics said there were 18,500 deaths in the week up to 10 April - around 10,000 more than is normal at this time of year. More than 6,200 were linked to coronavirus, a sixth of which were outside of hospital. But deaths from other causes also increased, suggesting the lockdown may be having an indirect impact on health. Nick Stripe, head of health analysis, said they were trying to understand what had been happening with this increase in non-coronavirus deaths. He said it could be that people with other illnesses were avoiding going to hospital treatment - visits to A&E have halved since the pandemic started. But he added it could "take years to work out".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52361519

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/21/20 at 4:52 am

Fashion retailers Boohoo have been “blasted” over their plan to sell fashion face masks for a fiver. The masks came with messages such as “eat, sleep, isolate, repeat” and “if you can read this, you’re too close”

Boohoo has apologised and removed the masks from sale. It insisted they were not designed for "protection". Well that’s alright then  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 4:54 am


Fashion retailers Boohoo have been “blasted” over their plan to sell fashion face masks for a fiver. The masks came with messages such as “eat, sleep, isolate, repeat” and “if you can read this, you’re too close”

Boohoo has apologised and removed the masks from sale. It insisted they were not designed for "protection". Well that’s alright then  ::)
Very inappropriate!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/21/20 at 4:56 am

I’ve decided to double up on masks. Figure I can use all the protection I can get. If wearing one mask is good, then two has to be better.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 5:07 am

I have an industrial mask, it stops everything except oxygen to breath, but as I spent 99% of my time alone at home, I have no need to wear it, but it is close by to me.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New York couples can now tie the knot over Zoom

Written By: Howard on 04/21/20 at 7:38 am


New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has signed an order allowing online marriages, as many weddings are cancelled under lockdown restrictions. From now on, people in the US state will be able to apply for marriage licences remotely and clerks allowed to conduct ceremonies virtually. Mr Cuomo joked that the decision meant there was now "no excuse" for couples not to tie the knot. "You can do it by Zoom. Yes or no?" he said in his briefing on Saturday. The decision comes after New York state extended lockdown measures until 15 May. More than 13,000 people have died of coronavirus in New York city alone.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52346437


I don't like the idea of an online marriage, just not the same.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/21/20 at 7:41 am


If the trend of cancellations/postponements of several 2020 events continue into late Summer/early Fall, I can expect events that are supposed to take place in August/September (as well as the rest of the events taking place in July) to be canceled or postponed, maybe leaving us with an empty summer. I’m still worried that we might not be able to do anything this summer due to the possibly of a all-summer lockdown. :(


And holidays may be cancelled too like Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/21/20 at 7:42 am


Pretty much what’s happening here. Several major festivals of either fireworks, carnivals, or concerts are already cancelled even for the end of July. The rest are sure to follow and are canceling one by one. Campgrounds and parks closed. Trails are being closed as people start to use them. Being on the water in anything with a motor is illegal now. Pretty much sums up summer in northern Michigan. It’s already over before it even got started.


So that also means that Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest is called off too?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/21/20 at 7:43 am


I have an industrial mask, it stops everything except oxygen to breath, but as I spent 99% of my time alone at home, I have no need to wear it, but it is close by to me.


I have a mask and it's a blue one.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 8:19 am


And holidays may be cancelled too like Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
No Trick 'n Treating?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK PM Johnson to speak to Queen

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 8:20 am

The prime minister is expected to hold an audience with the Queen at some point this week, Downing Street has said. The telephone conversation will be the first between Boris Johnson and Her Majesty for three weeks, as he has been ill with coronavirus. The prime minister is also due to speak to President Trump this afternoon. Downing Street said the call would be an opportunity for an update on the response to the virus by G7 countries - currently chaired by the US - and to “thank the president for the messages of support that he has sent” during Mr Johnson's illness. The prime minister is “continuing his recovery at Chequers and not formally doing government work,” his spokesman said. He has been “receiving updates from No 10 on the coronavirus response and has spoken with the first secretary of state and senior members of his team.”

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/21/20 at 8:21 am


No Trick 'n Treating?



I don't think that will happen either but we'll see in October.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 8:25 am


And holidays may be cancelled too like Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Like Easter a few weeks ago, it was there, but best not to celebrate the usual way, so I fear it will be the same for Christmas, if the virus goes on.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 8:26 am


And holidays may be cancelled too like Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Chandler Bing hates Thanksgiving in the first place?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/21/20 at 10:04 am


So that also means that Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest is called too?


https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.tmz.com/2020/04/05/joey-chestnut-nathans-hot-dog-eating-contest-coronavirus/

Quite possibly, at least most of it. Though he might get in trouble for using otherwise critical medical resources on that.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Another 778 hospital deaths in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 10:16 am

The latest figures from the NHS reveal a further 778 people have died with Covid-19 in hospitals in England. While it is a big rise on yesterday's 429 some context is needed. Firstly, we've seen over recent weeks that deaths announced at weekends and on Mondays are often lower than other weekdays due to reporting lags. Secondly, these new figures are deaths announced today, but the people did not all die on the same day. While most died over the previous three days, some deaths occurred days or even weeks earlier, with two exactly a month ago on 21 March.

Subject: Capt Tom: 'Opening hospital in Harrogate is outstanding'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 11:05 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/21/08f0bb0d-c159-4e70-8fab-00c4e55e5da2.jpg

NHS fundraiser Capt Tom Moore has described opening Harrogate's new NHS Nightingale hospital as "outstanding". The 99-year-old veteran was invited to do the honours at Harrogate Convention Centre via video link alongside Health Secretary Matt Hancock, following his £27m fundraising effort during the coronavirus pandemic. Keighley-born Capt Tom said it was "one of those things you never think would ever happen". "All the people in that area have done so well to produce a new hospital in such a short time," he said.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Men fined for 25-mile trip to get burgers

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 11:13 am

Four men have been handed fines totalling £240 for making a 25-mile round trip to pick up takeaway burgers. Derbyshire Police said the men, who were friends and did not live together, were found parked in a vehicle in Harriet Street, Normanton, Derby, at about 19:45 BST yesterday. The force added the men had travelled from Burton-upon-Trent for "the sole purpose of getting a meal". "This burger has cost them £240 in fines for ignoring government guidelines," officers from the Derby West Response team added.

Burgers can be made at home, and much cheaper too!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Appeal for volunteers for UK vaccine trial

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/21/20 at 1:09 pm

The UK has announced it is giving more than £40m to two British projects searching for a vaccine for coronavirus - with one trial to start this week. One of those projects, led by Imperial College London's Department of Infectious Diseases, is appealing for volunteers. In a tweet, the college's trust said it was looking for healthy people aged between 18 and 55, and that successful applicants would be paid up to £625 for taking part.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/21/20 at 2:20 pm


No Trick 'n Treating?



That'll probably happen too, you will have some sad kids.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/21/20 at 2:21 pm


Like Easter a few weeks ago, it was there, but best not to celebrate the usual way, so I fear it will be the same for Christmas, if the virus goes on.



I almost forgot about New Year's Eve.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/21/20 at 2:22 pm


https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.tmz.com/2020/04/05/joey-chestnut-nathans-hot-dog-eating-contest-coronavirus/

Quite possibly, at least most of it. Though he might get in trouble for using otherwise critical medical resources on that.


Could he have it at home at least?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 04/21/20 at 2:23 pm


And holidays may be cancelled too like Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

I don't know about cancellation, per se...just no celebrating like you normally would. I mean, Sunday of last was Easter, but no one could have any big gatherings.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/21/20 at 6:40 pm


Could he have it at home at least?  ???


By the sounds of it that’s what he would do.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/21/20 at 8:03 pm

My sister's Iranian nurse told me that they opened up all the stores and malls and were advised to use "Islamic medicine" (??) it ward off the disease. What a crazy country :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: whistledog on 04/21/20 at 8:15 pm

I am still shocked America opened up some of its beaches.  Becauses of course, when a virus is spreading and killing people, the sensible thing to do is open a beach ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 12:44 am


I am still shocked America opened up some of its beaches.  Becauses of course, when a virus is spreading and killing people, the sensible thing to do is open a beach ::)
I cannot understand it too, even in the UK enquiries are being made of holding the Cheltenham Festival (horse racing) at mid March , with 60,000 people attending each of the four days, when it was known that coronavirus is contagious.

https://i.guim.co.uk/img/media/dd89bcfa91ef4145b8a77ccb612f23ea5bd802d6/0_0_3500_2101/master/3500.jpg?width=620&quality=45&auto=format&fit=max&dpr=2&s=c304760d76899240ca027e38ec10aff4
No sign of social distance here?

https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2020/apr/21/experts-inquiry-cheltenham-festival-coronavirus-deaths

Personally, at the time I was at self-isolation, after feeling fluish.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PPE equipment arrives in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 12:48 am

A British RAF plane believed to be carrying a delayed consignment of personal protective equipment for UK medical workers has landed in the UK. Flight tracker RadarBox showed the Airbus A400-M depart Istanbul and land just after 03:30GMT at the RAF Brize Norton, reports PA. The consignment was originally due to arrive on Sunday but was hit by "unexpected delays". It is a small part of a gigantic procurement of PPE for the NHS.

Subject: Netflix gets 16 million new sign-ups thanks to lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 2:36 am

Netflix has seen subscriber numbers surge this year, as lockdowns around the world keep people at home where they want to be entertained. Almost 16 million people created accounts in the first three months of the year, the firm said. That is almost double the new sign-ups it saw in the final months of 2019. However, the streaming service, which is behind some multi-million dollar productions, said shutdowns have halted "almost all" filming around the world. And sharp declines in the value of many currencies has meant new subscribers outside of the US, where Netflix is based, are not worth as much to the company as they would have been before the crisis. And that has hurt its international revenue growth. Nevertheless, the home-entertainment giant's share price has climbed more than 30% this year as investors bet on on its ability to benefit from people spending more time indoors.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52376022

Subject: Stephen Hawking ventilator donated to NHS

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 3:08 am

Stephen Hawking's ventilator has been donated to the Royal Papworth Hospital in the English city of Cambridge in the hope that it will "help in the fight against Covid-19", says a Press Association report. The physicist, who suffered from motor neurone disease, died in 2018. "After passed away, we returned all the medical equipment he used that belonged to the NHS but there were some items which he bought for himself," his daughter Lucy Hawking told the PA. "We are now passing them to the NHS in the hope they will help." The UK is understood to currently have about 10,000 ventilators.The Health Secretary Matt Hancock had earlier estimated that the country needs 18,000.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/22/20 at 4:19 am


By the sounds of it that’s what he would do.


At least the good thing is he has his bathroom if he needs it.

Subject: Coronavirus deaths: New data shows London worst hit

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 4:20 am

London has suffered its highest number of registered deaths in a single week for more than 40 years, regional data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows. Driven by the coronavirus outbreak, there were 2,832 deaths registered in the capital in the week ending 10 April. That's the highest weekly number in London since February 1976. The second highest weekly number since 1976 was recorded in the week ending 3 April this year.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/22/e0e1ecd8-052a-4af7-a33f-f2f4b0a019c0.png

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/22/20 at 4:21 am


I am still shocked America opened up some of its beaches.  Becauses of course, when a virus is spreading and killing people, the sensible thing to do is open a beach ::)


Beaches should shut down.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 4:25 am


Beaches should shut down.
Indeed, shut until it is absolutely clear of the virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/22/20 at 4:57 am


Beaches should shut down.


I’ve been saying that since ‘88.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Singapore cases pass 10,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 5:06 am

The number of cases in Singapore has crossed the 10,000 mark, tipped over by 1,016 new cases reported on Wednesday. Singapore now has the highest number of cases in South East Asia, with a large majority of these cases linked to dormitories that house foreign workers. Previously lauded as a model for how to get it right, it’s now had to extend and tighten a lockdown, as well as seal off multiple dormitories where these men live - raising questions about why more wasn’t done earlier.The government is carrying out extensive testing and trying to move healthy workers out, but people living in the dorms said they were scared about getting ill, and about what the future holds for them. We spoke to some of them:

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Virtual Prime Minister's Questions

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 7:37 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/22/784927af-5c53-45f2-bf22-d726c5a30e59.jpg

A total of 69 people who work for the NHS have died after contracting coronavirus, the government has revealed. Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab gave the figure at Prime Minister's Questions with Labour Party leader, Sir Kier Starmer. The House of Commons is carrying out its first day as a virtual Parliament. Mr Raab said he did not have a precise figure for the number of social and care workers who had died, but promised to "do everything we can to support those amazing workers".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52379407

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mexican wrestlers sew Lucha Libre masks

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 12:43 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/22/9d86f3ea-d02b-4a33-ba20-71e461717174.jpg

Lucha Libre wrestlers are known for their big personalities, flamboyant costumes and distinctive masks that conceal their identities. One iconic fighter is even said to have been buried wearing his mask. But now that coronavirus measures in Mexico have halted most spectator sport and shut non-essential businesses, fighters need to find other ways to pay the bills. With materials and sewing machines already on hand for their wrestling costumes, several have pivoted to sewing and selling protective face masks - using the design of legendary fighters of course.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll increases by 759

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 12:59 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/22/aa66f2bd-c110-4500-a99d-d9472985bad2.png

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll increases by 759

Written By: 2001 on 04/22/20 at 1:02 pm


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I read an article the other day that the UK only counts deaths in hospitals, and that the death in care homes might push the count up to 40,000+  :o

In Canada over here, most the deaths have been in long term care homes rather than at hospitals. If the UK isn't including them then I'm scared to learn what the real death toll is :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 1:06 pm


I read an article the other day that the UK only counts deaths in hospitals, and that the death in care homes might push the count up to 40,000+  :o

In Canada over here, most the deaths have been in long term care homes rather than at hospitals. If the UK isn't including them then I'm scared to learn what the real death toll is :-\\
The care homes are collated weekly, when announced it will be a sad day.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mayor of London Sadiq Khan: 'Stay at home this Ramadan'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 2:30 pm

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has joined calls for those in the Muslim community observing Ramadan, to do so at home this year. The month of fasting, prayer and reflection is due to begin on Thursday evening.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/22/20 at 4:45 pm

I read about two new discovered symptoms today. "Covid toes", or lesions on the feet, and blood clotting. Those two might be related.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 4:48 pm


I read about two new discovered symptoms today. "Covid toes", or lesions on the feet, and blood clotting. Those two might be related.
We know of the loss of smell and taste, having headaches and dizziness, but a form of back pain and diarrhea have now been mentioned as symptoms by doctors over here.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/22/20 at 5:15 pm


We know of the loss of smell and taste, having headaches and dizziness, but a form of back pain and diarrhea have now been mentioned as symptoms by doctors over here.


You mean those toilet paper hoarders ended up being right?  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/22/20 at 5:19 pm


You mean those toilet paper hoarders ended up being right?  :o
Oh yes, I do not wish to discuss that line of topic, but more than toilet tissue?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/22/20 at 6:19 pm


We know of the loss of smell and taste, having headaches and dizziness, but a form of back pain and diarrhea  :o have now been mentioned as symptoms by doctors over here.


Nothing worse than The Big D.  :( :o :-\\ :-X :-[

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/22/20 at 7:27 pm


We know of the loss of smell and taste, having headaches and dizziness, but a form of back pain and diarrhea have now been mentioned as symptoms by doctors over here.


One thing people seem to forget is that every other disease and disorder still exists. A lot of things can be explained by today’s quarantine lifestyle. Long periods of inactivity can lead to sores and blood clots and back pain. Change in diet can cause diarrhea, eating whatever you can afford these days, pushing the limit on questionable food. So can the stress of it all. Also how many people who have been diagnosed with corona happen to have a common cold or allergies?

I get diarrhea on a regular basis but I always have. And blood clots due to cold weather and inactivity. And dizziness due to lack of iron, especially now since I’m mainly eating non perishable food so I can avoid stores and crowds. And the brakes have been put on any non emergency medical visit, so I’m no longer getting my blood monitored. My esophagus is closing back up too so that’s going to have to wait. I wonder how many people these days will die of problems due to routine medical services being shut down?

As long as nobody at work has it then I’m safe because I haven’t been anywhere and I live alone. I even get my mail once a week and toss it into an old vehicle and bring it in next time. So far I haven’t received anything important anyway. But if they start using all these other less common symptoms (that might not even be corona) as a guide to quarantine, then they might as well lock me up for the rest of my life.

Subject: Coronavirus: Prince Louis' rainbow tribute in second birthday pictures

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/20 at 2:54 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/E18C/production/_111904775_85926d5c-7ec6-4851-b44e-825d52c84c0f.jpg

The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge's son Prince Louis has been photographed making a colourful rainbow poster - a symbol of hope during the coronavirus lockdown - to mark his second birthday. His handprint artwork is one of several photographs released by the family to celebrate the occasion on Thursday. Similar pictures by children have appeared in windows across the country. Prince Louis was photographed by his mother the Duchess of Cambridge in Norfolk earlier this month.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Good News, Marianne Faithfull discharged from hospital

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/20 at 3:15 am


Marianne Faithfull is in hospital being treated for coronavirus. The singer, who became famous amid the “swinging London” scene of the 1960s and has had a respected (and occasionally troubled) career ever since, is said to be “stable and responding to treatment”, according to her representatives. The 74-year-old singer's ex-husband John Dunbar has claimed that she is struggling to speak as she battles the deadly virus at a London hospital. However Mick Jagger's former lover is said to be 'stable' and 'responding well to treatment' after testing positive for the condition, her management confirmed.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-8188119/Marianne-Faithfull-74-hospital-treated-coronavirus.html

I wish her well.
The musician Marianne Faithfull has been discharged from hospital 22 days after being admitted with coronavirus symptoms, and thanked NHS staff for “without a doubt” saving her life. A statement posted to Faithfull’s social media said the 73-year-old would continue to recuperate in London. She thanked fans for their support. No further details have been shared.

https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2020/apr/22/marianne-faithfull-discharged-from-hospital-after-22-days-fighting-covid-19

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New cases in London at lowest level in a month

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/20 at 4:32 am

New cases of coronavirus in London have reached its lowest daily level in a month. According to figures released by Public Health England there were a further 280 confirmed Covid-19 infections across the capital bringing the known total in London to 22,352. It is the lowest figure in a 24-hour period since 23 March when 244 cases were recorded. Five boroughs have more than 1,000 confirmed cases including Brent (1,254), Croydon (1,226), Southwark (1,105), Barnet (1,001) and Lambeth (1,047).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/23/20 at 7:32 am


I’ve been saying that since ‘88.

93dkoUtrnZM


Not the film, the beaches itself.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mexican wrestlers sew Lucha Libre masks

Written By: Howard on 04/23/20 at 7:33 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/22/9d86f3ea-d02b-4a33-ba20-71e461717174.jpg

Lucha Libre wrestlers are known for their big personalities, flamboyant costumes and distinctive masks that conceal their identities. One iconic fighter is even said to have been buried wearing his mask. But now that coronavirus measures in Mexico have halted most spectator sport and shut non-essential businesses, fighters need to find other ways to pay the bills. With materials and sewing machines already on hand for their wrestling costumes, several have pivoted to sewing and selling protective face masks - using the design of legendary fighters of course.


You don't need to cover your whole face just up to your nose.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/23/20 at 7:35 am


We know of the loss of smell and taste, having headaches and dizziness, but a form of back pain and diarrhea have now been mentioned as symptoms by doctors over here.


The best bet is to try to stay in bed as much as possible.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/20 at 7:35 am


You don't need to cover your whole face just up to your nose.
The mouth is still uncovered, particles can still be breath through.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/23/20 at 7:38 am


You mean those toilet paper hoarders ended up being right?  :o


I remember having that but this was nothing compared to coronavirus, my friend gave me his sickness a few years ago and I wound up pooping my bedsheets and had to do a wash later on.  8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/23/20 at 7:40 am


The mouth is still uncovered, particles can still be breath through.


That's right, exactly.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/20 at 7:41 am


The best bet is to try to stay in bed as much as possible.
Complete rest, very difficult if you are on your own?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Should I start taking vitamin D?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/20 at 7:48 am

Public Health England is recommending people consider taking daily vitamin D supplements throughout the spring and summer as the coronavirus lockdown continues. The vitamin, along with others, can help the body stay fit to ward off illness and infections - important during a pandemic. Vitamin D is important for healthy bones, teeth and muscles. A lack of it can lead to a bone deformity illness called rickets in children and a similar bone weakness condition called osteomalacia in adults.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/23/20 at 8:15 am


Complete rest, very difficult if you are on your own?



especially when you need a hot or cold beverage just to soothe the throat.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/20 at 8:24 am



especially when you need a hot or cold beverage just to soothe the throat.
When resting, there is no energy to do anything.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus deaths rise by 616

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/20 at 10:45 am

A total of 18,738 patients have died in hospital after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK as of 17:00 BST on Wednesday, the Department of Health says, up by 616 from the previous day. The figures do not include those who died in care homes or in the community.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus deaths rise by 616

Written By: Sman12 on 04/23/20 at 11:12 am


A total of 18,738 patients have died in hospital after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK as of 17:00 BST on Wednesday, the Department of Health says, up by 616 from the previous day. The figures do not include those who died in care homes or in the community.


Sadly, I think the UK is gonna be the country with the second-most cases and deaths after the US. But as always, condolences to the families of those that died.  :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mayor calls for inquiry into Liverpool match

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/20 at 11:25 am

The mayor of the Liverpool City Region has called for an investigation into whether a Champions League fixture should have taken place at Anfield in March, amid concerns it could have led to a high number of local coronavirus cases. Liverpool's match against Atletico Madrid on 11 March was attended by 52,000 supporters, including 3,000 from the Spanish capital, where a partial lockdown was already in force. The UK government has defended its decision to allow such events to go ahead before restrictions on mass gatherings were enforced 10 days later, but Steve Rotheram said an independent inquiry was needed into a potential connection with a surge of cases in Liverpool since. "If people have contracted coronavirus as a direct result of a sporting event that we believe shouldn't have taken place, well that is scandalous," he told BBC Sport.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Essential workers to get virus tests

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/20 at 12:43 pm

All essential workers in England - and members of their household - are now eligible for coronavirus tests, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said. Individuals who are on the list of key workers and need to book a test will be able to do so on the UK government's website from Friday. At the daily Downing Street briefing, Mr Hancock said the move was "part of getting Britain back on her feet". He added that the whole process would be free for those being tested. Addressing the government's "challenging" target of 100,000 tests a day by the end of the month, the health secretary said capacity for carrying out tests was now "ahead of our plans" at more than 50,000. "We are now able to expand who can get the tests," he said. "Our ultimate goal is that everyone who could benefit from a test gets a test."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52401398

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/23/20 at 1:43 pm


When resting, there is no energy to do anything.



And plenty of rest gives your mind a time to relax.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/20 at 2:11 pm

Just done my one minute applause for the NHS and keyworkers!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): BREAKING South Africa to ease restrictions

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/23/20 at 3:28 pm

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa says some economic activity will be allowed to resume on 1 May, when the country will ease coronavirus restrictions. However, he says the nation must avoid a rushed reopening of the economy which could trigger a spike in infections.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/23/20 at 3:45 pm

Elizabeth Warren's brother died of Covid.  :\'( :\'( :\'(


https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/sen-elizabeth-warren-s-oldest-brother-dies-coronavirus-n1190671?cid=public-rss_20200423


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Henk on 04/23/20 at 4:36 pm

Like almost every other country in the world, the Netherlands have been hit by Covid-19.

Since March 9, various measures with increasing impact on society have been taken to prevent the virus from spreading, starting with a ban on handshakes and ending in what has become known as an intelligent lockdown.
Restaurants and bars are closed, there are no events to be held (at least until September 1), and schools have been closed as well for some time. People have been encougared to work from home, whenever possible, and people appear to be doing just that.
The lockdown also meant the cancellation of the Eurovision Song Contest (to be held in Rotterdam) and the F1 Dutch Grand Prix (to be held in Zandvoort, for the first time in 35 years).
Football competitions have also come to a full stop, with still 9 rounds of play left in Dutch Eredivisie. It is unclear how this will affect relegation and international competitions, such as Champions League and Europa League.

The number of confirmed deaths due to Covid-19 has surpassed 4,000 by now, but the daily numbers are gradually dropping (from 167 a day at the end of March to around 75 a day these last days).
The number of daily hospital admissions due to Covid-19 is also dropping: from a peak of 560 on March 24 down to around 50 a day these last days.
And finally, the number of patients in ICU has gone down from over 1,400 two weeks ago to 1,008 as of today.

All these figures show that the measures our government has taken are working. But there is worry that the proposed easing of the regulations (like, for example, the reopening of primary schools) may cause a (steep) increase in the numbers.

We'll just have to wait and see... :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 2:50 am


Like almost every other country in the world, the Netherlands have been hit by Covid-19.

Since March 9, various measures with increasing impact on society have been taken to prevent the virus from spreading, starting with a ban on handshakes and ending in what has become known as an intelligent lockdown.
Restaurants and bars are closed, there are no events to be held (at least until September 1), and schools have been closed as well for some time. People have been encougared to work from home, whenever possible, and people appear to be doing just that.
The lockdown also meant the cancellation of the Eurovision Song Contest (to be held in Rotterdam) and the F1 Dutch Grand Prix (to be held in Zandvoort, for the first time in 35 years).
Football competitions have also come to a full stop, with still 9 rounds of play left in Dutch Eredivisie. It is unclear how this will affect relegation and international competitions, such as Champions League and Europa League.

The number of confirmed deaths due to Covid-19 has surpassed 4,000 by now, but the daily numbers are gradually dropping (from 167 a day at the end of March to around 75 a day these last days).
The number of daily hospital admissions due to Covid-19 is also dropping: from a peak of 560 on March 24 down to around 50 a day these last days.
And finally, the number of patients in ICU has gone down from over 1,400 two weeks ago to 1,008 as of today.

All these figures show that the measures our government has taken are working. But there is worry that the proposed easing of the regulations (like, for example, the reopening of primary schools) may cause a (steep) increase in the numbers.

We'll just have to wait and see... :-\\
How describe your feeling with the situation the world finds it in your home land, is the same as here in the UK, take good care and be safe.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK retail sales plunge at record rate as lockdown hits

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 2:57 am

UK retail sales fell a record 5.1% in March as many stores shut up shop in the face of the coronavirus lockdown. The figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show the steepest sales fall since it started collecting the data in 1996. Food and online shopping rose, and alcohol sales jumped by 31%. But clothes sales tumbled by 34%. Online shopping as a proportion of all retail reached a record high of 22%, the ONS said. "Retailers are in crisis mode as the impact of Covid-19 has obliterated sales to new record-lows," said Richard Lim, chief executive of Retail Economics. The data comes amid dire estimates for the performance of the UK economy amid the lockdown. Yesterday, one of the Bank of England's top policymakers warned that the UK faces its worst economic shock in several hundred years.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52408885

Subject: Coronavirus: Outcry after Trump suggests injecting disinfectant as treatment

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 4:10 am

PLEASE DO NOT, IT WILL KILL YOU!!!!

US President Donald Trump has been lambasted by the medical community after suggesting research into whether coronavirus might be treated by injecting disinfectant into the body.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52407177

He has lost my vote!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No English cricket before July

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 4:26 am

Cricket has always been one of the staples of the English summer but it will not start until at least 1 July, organisers have announced. The County Championship - which usually starts in early to mid April - will have nine rounds of fixtures chopped off it. The England men’s and women’s national teams will play all their matches between July and September, subject to government guidance. England and Wales Cricket Board chief executive officer Tom Harrison says “we remain hopeful we can deliver some cricket this summer” but “there will be no cricket until it’s safe to play”.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 5:50 am


PLEASE DO NOT, IT WILL KILL YOU!!!!

US President Donald Trump has been lambasted by the medical community after suggesting research into whether coronavirus might be treated by injecting disinfectant into the body.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52407177

He has lost my vote!
Why didn't anyone at the press conference stand up and say/shout something at him at the time?

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Outcry after Trump suggests injecting disinfectant as treatment

Written By: Howard on 04/24/20 at 7:37 am


PLEASE DO NOT, IT WILL KILL YOU!!!!

US President Donald Trump has been lambasted by the medical community after suggesting research into whether coronavirus might be treated by injecting disinfectant into the body.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52407177

He has lost my vote!


He's so dumb why would anyone want to spray disinfectant on their bodies?  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 7:40 am


He's so dumb why would anyone want to spray disinfectant on their bodies?  ::)
Is he now up for "imbleachment" now?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/24/20 at 7:41 am

https://c8.alamy.com/comp/DNK99M/high-street-lincoln-in-the-first-week-of-december-packed-with-shoppers-DNK99M.jpg
OLD NORMAL

https://media2.s-nbcnews.com/j/newscms/2020_13/3281191/200323-new-york-street-coronavirus-ac-1024p_a37e8aa5fe601a8e30ba611a82c0fd09.fit-760w.jpg
NEW NORMAL

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 7:45 am


https://c8.alamy.com/comp/DNK99M/high-street-lincoln-in-the-first-week-of-december-packed-with-shoppers-DNK99M.jpg
OLD NORMAL

https://media2.s-nbcnews.com/j/newscms/2020_13/3281191/200323-new-york-street-coronavirus-ac-1024p_a37e8aa5fe601a8e30ba611a82c0fd09.fit-760w.jpg
NEW NORMAL
Is the bottom image 5th Avenue, where Trump Tower is located?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 04/24/20 at 8:39 am

Maybe a certain someone should inject disinfectant into himself to try it out...

Seriously that guy is the president of the US with an approval rating of almost 50%????

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 8:42 am


Maybe a certain someone should inject disinfectant into himself to try it out...

Seriously that guy is the president of the US with an approval rating of almost 50%????
Exactly as my thoughts, but I did not wish to suggest it...

Subject: Coronavirus: Test website closes after 'significant demand'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 9:40 am

The new website for key workers to book coronavirus tests has temporarily closed - hours after being opened by the government. The Department of Health said it was working to "rapidly increase" availability, with more tests due to become available on Saturday. Downing Street said 5,000 home testing kits were ordered in the first two minutes of the website going live. About 15,000 tests were booked to take place on Friday at drive-through sites.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52405852

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 9:45 am


PLEASE DO NOT, IT WILL KILL YOU!!!!

US President Donald Trump has been lambasted by the medical community after suggesting research into whether coronavirus might be treated by injecting disinfectant into the body.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52407177

He has lost my vote!
...and now I hear of sunlight killing the virus?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 587 more deaths announced in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 10:15 am

The latest data from NHS England reveals another 587 deaths in hospitals of people with Covid-19. Recently the NHS has started publishing the data by the dates the patients died as well as the dates those deaths were announced. It continues to show that in England the peak for deaths of people with Covid-19 was 8 April, with 841 reported for that day as of 14:00 BST today. These figures don't include those who died in care homes or away from hospitals. The latest 587 include some who died previous weeks, including one person on 11 March.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/24/2cc90a45-2a95-4cc1-851b-2ee64202576c.png

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Unused airline meals to go to those in need

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 10:57 am

More than a million airline meals are to be given away to disadvantaged people across Greater Manchester. A frozen food mountain had been growing at a storage site near Manchester Airport because of the collapse in air travel during the outbreak. Some 1.1m meals have now been saved by not-for-profit group Open Kitchen MCR. “It’s essential we find safe ways to get not just enough food, but good food to people who need it,” said the social enterprise's founder Corin Bell.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Outcry after Trump suggests injecting disinfectant as treatment

Written By: Sman12 on 04/24/20 at 10:58 am


PLEASE DO NOT, IT WILL KILL YOU!!!!

US President Donald Trump has been lambasted by the medical community after suggesting research into whether coronavirus might be treated by injecting disinfectant into the body.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52407177

He has lost my vote!


That and he's suggesting that UV light should be injected into COVID-19 patients. I had to shake my head in disbelief when I heard that. It's one of the dumbest suggestions I've ever heard.  >:(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/24/20 at 10:58 am


Maybe a certain someone should inject disinfectant into himself to try it out...

Seriously that guy is the president of the US with an approval rating of almost 50%????


I just read on Facebook where someone called him a post tortoise. A quick search found a definition for post turtle

An old rancher is talking about politics with a young man from the city. He compares a politician to a "post turtle." The young man doesn't understand and asks him what a post turtle is.
The old man says, "When you're driving down a country road and you see a fence post with a turtle balanced on top, that's a post turtle. You know he didn't get up there by himself. He doesn't belong there; you wonder who put him there; he can't get anything done while he's up there; and you just want to help the poor, dumb thing down."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 11:01 am


I just read on Facebook where someone called him a post tortoise. A quick search found a definition for post turtle

An old rancher is talking about politics with a young man from the city. He compares a politician to a "post turtle." The young man doesn't understand and asks him what a post turtle is.
The old man says, "When you're driving down a country road and you see a fence post with a turtle balanced on top, that's a post turtle. You know he didn't get up there by himself. He doesn't belong there; you wonder who put him there; he can't get anything done while he's up there; and you just want to help the poor, dumb thing down."


You learn something new every day?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Captain Tom tops the charts at the age of 99

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 11:55 am

Captain Tom Moore, the war veteran who walked laps of his garden to raise money for the NHS, has become the oldest person ever to score a number one single in the UK. At the age of 99, his duet with Michael Ball has knocked Canadian superstar The Weeknd from the top of the charts. Their cover of You'll Never Walk Alone sold 82,000 copies, with proceeds going to the NHS Charities Together fund. "My grandchildren can't believe I'm a chart-topper," said Capt Tom.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52415966

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/24/20 at 12:06 pm


...and now I hear of sunlight killing the virus?


UV rays will definitely get the job done. It’s a matter of for how long though.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 12:09 pm


UV rays will definitely get the job done. It’s a matter of for how long though.
It has not work in the hot Asian countries.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/24/20 at 12:43 pm


It has not work in the hot Asian countries.


UV will kill the virus that is lying around on surfaces. Or rather the virus will die more quickly on surfaces that are exposed to UV, but it won’t be instantly

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Outcry after Trump suggests injecting disinfectant as treatment

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/24/20 at 1:04 pm


PLEASE DO NOT, IT WILL KILL YOU!!!!

US President Donald Trump has been lambasted by the medical community after suggesting research into whether coronavirus might be treated by injecting disinfectant into the body.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52407177

He has lost my vote!



First of all, with your ineligibility aside, did he ever have your vote?

Unfortunately, there are too many people who will follow him off a cliff. Here is one case in point:  https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/23/health/arizona-coronavirus-chloroquine-death/index.html

Since the guy doesn't have any empathy, I don't know if he realizes that he is KILLING his supporters. I am sure in the next day or two (if it hasn't happened already) many of those who have been protesting about opening the economy are going to start feeling sick.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 1:21 pm


UV will kill the virus that is lying around on surfaces. Or rather the virus will die more quickly on surfaces that are exposed to UV, but it won’t be instantly
O0

But how does UV affect the bacteria particles in the air?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 1:27 pm



First of all, with your ineligibility aside, did he ever have your vote?

Unfortunately, there are too many people who will follow him off a cliff. Here is one case in point:  https://www.cnn.com/2020/03/23/health/arizona-coronavirus-chloroquine-death/index.html

Since the guy doesn't have any empathy, I don't know if he realizes that he is KILLING his supporters. I am sure in the next day or two (if it hasn't happened already) many of those who have been protesting about opening the economy are going to start feeling sick.


Cat
It is just a phrase we use when you totally disagree with someone.

I am paying attention to what could be the consequences in the next few days or weeks.

Tonight's briefing will be of interest?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/24/20 at 1:45 pm


O0

But how does UV affect the bacteria particles in the air?


UV rays will kill LOTS of stuff. It’s simply a factor of what wavelength of rays and the intensity of the radiation.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/24/20 at 2:28 pm


It is just a phrase we use when you totally disagree with someone.

I am paying attention to what could be the consequences in the next few days or weeks.

Tonight's briefing will be of interest?



But, like I asked, did he ever have your vote? Meaning, have you ever agreed with him?


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 2:42 pm



But, like I asked, did he ever have your vote? Meaning, have you ever agreed with him?


Cat
In one sense, I have not voted for him in any form, the only aspect of his career I have followed / liked is the "The Apprentice", and he was involved in the creation of the television program, hosted by Lord Alan Sugar for the UK version.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/24/20 at 2:49 pm


Maybe a certain someone should inject disinfectant into himself to try it out...

Seriously that guy is the president of the US with an approval rating of almost 50%????



Someone should spray him with bug spray!  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/24/20 at 4:03 pm


In one sense, I have not voted for him in any form, the only aspect of his career I have followed / liked is the "The Apprentice", and he was involved in the creation of the television program, hosted by Lord Alan Sugar for the UK version.



I've always hated him which is why I NEVER watched the Apprentice. One time, Carlos & I were in Vegas. It was before we were married and it was probably around 1998 or so. We went to a casino. We were in there for I don't know how long and I said to Carlos, "I think we are in a Trump casino" and I pulled him out and we went to another casino. Even back then I hated him.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 4:08 pm



I've always hated him which is why I NEVER watched the Apprentice. One time, Carlos & I were in Vegas. It was before we were married and it was probably around 1998 or so. We went to a casino. We were in there for I don't know how long and I said to Carlos, "I think we are in a Trump casino" and I pulled him out and we went to another casino. Even back then I hated him.


Cat
I am afraid to say we had our photo taken outside Trump Tower in NYC, but then we were only tourists,

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/24/20 at 4:15 pm



I've always hated him which is why I NEVER watched the Apprentice. One time, Carlos & I were in Vegas. It was before we were married and it was probably around 1998 or so. We went to a casino. We were in there for I don't know how long and I said to Carlos, "I think we are in a Trump casino" and I pulled him out and we went to another casino. Even back then I hated him.


Cat
On Friday, Mr Trump said his comments during Thursday's coronavirus taskforce briefing had been made "sarcastically". Being sarcastic or not, it should not be done on a podium, in front of the media, and the whole world watching.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/24/20 at 9:08 pm



I've always hated him which is why I NEVER watched the Apprentice. One time, Carlos & I were in Vegas. It was before we were married and it was probably around 1998 or so. We went to a casino. We were in there for I don't know how long and I said to Carlos, "I think we are in a Trump casino" and I pulled him out and we went to another casino. Even back then I hated him.


Cat


When I was interviewing for the job I have now, back in ‘04, my interviewer (the absurdly wealthy owner of my company) asked me about my management style. He had flown out to Detroit to meet me. I told him my standard line, and that is that “I am a better leader than a manager. If you need somebody to manage your business, I”m not your guy. But if you want a leader, here I am.”

He then asked me “Well, LB, what do you think a leader does?”

Without hesitation I answered “A leader sets the direction”, which was a direct quote from DJT the night before on The Apprentice.  8)

After the interview I was sweating it a little bit in case he had been watching that show the night before.  ;D

Subject: Donald Trump cuts off daily coronavirus press briefing without taking questions

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 2:06 am


On Friday, Mr Trump said his comments during Thursday's coronavirus taskforce briefing had been made "sarcastically". Being sarcastic or not, it should not be done on a podium, in front of the media, and the whole world watching.
Donald Trump cuts off daily coronavirus press briefing without taking questions for first time.

https://www.itv.com/news/2020-04-25/white-house-cuts-off-coronavirus-briefing-without-taking-questions/

I wonder why?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/25/20 at 4:06 am


On Friday, Mr Trump said his comments during Thursday's coronavirus taskforce briefing had been made "sarcastically". Being sarcastic or not, it should not be done on a podium, in front of the media, and the whole world watching.


Some people could wind up taking him seriously.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 4:12 am


Some people could wind up taking him seriously.
That is the main worry, the major detergent companies have put out major warning to warn the public on this.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Face masks compared

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 5:36 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/25/12abc93a-94a7-4ae1-8ff9-5882cc797554.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): D:Ream hit becomes city's lockdown anthem

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 5:51 am

Things Can Only Get Better has been blasted across Nottingham after the Clap for Carers on Thursday nights.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/25/20 at 6:18 am

Every day I walk past a garden wall with “We’re all in this together” chalked on it. I wonder if there are fans of High School Musical in that house

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 6:49 am


Every day I walk past a garden wall with “We’re all in this together” chalked on it. I wonder if there are fans of High School Musical in that house
...and due to the lockdown, you cannot knock on the door and ask. If by pure chance, when passing someone walks out the house, you could always politely ask?

As for me as I am restricted to being stay at home, I cannot get out to see any messages on display.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How to snack less during lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 6:58 am

Researchers at the University of East Anglia are looking in to whether we are eating more - and their early anecdotal evidence suggests people have adopted unhealthy behaviour patterns - overeating the wrong kinds of foods, and drinking more.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/25/bf24f855-0fbb-474c-82de-9f8f737c38b0.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Delayed London Marathon to feature elite athletes only

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 7:19 am

This year's postponed London Marathon could be staged with elite athletes only, race director Hugh Brasher has said. Brasher said that was one of 10 options which were "changing all the time" and could also see a further delay. The event was due to take place on Sunday 26 April but has been moved to 4 October because of the coronavirus pandemic. Nearly 43,000 runners took part in 2019, with £66.4m ($81m) raised for charity.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Captain Tom tops the charts at the age of 99

Written By: Elor on 04/25/20 at 8:18 am


Captain Tom Moore, the war veteran who walked laps of his garden to raise money for the NHS, has become the oldest person ever to score a number one single in the UK. At the age of 99, his duet with Michael Ball has knocked Canadian superstar The Weeknd from the top of the charts. Their cover of You'll Never Walk Alone sold 82,000 copies, with proceeds going to the NHS Charities Together fund. "My grandchildren can't believe I'm a chart-topper," said Capt Tom.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52415966
Congratulations to him. They should make him Sir Capt Tom. :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 8:19 am


Congratulations to him. They should make him Sir Capt Tom. :)
There is an online petition asking for his knighthood.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Coronavirus: UK hospital deaths pass 20,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 9:31 am

More than 20,000 people have now died with coronavirus in UK hospitals - the fifth country to pass that milestone.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52424413

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Coronavirus: Drones to deliver NHS supplies to Isle of Wight

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 11:09 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/2335/production/_111931090_droneinfrontofcontrolvan.jpg

Drones will be used to carry medical supplies from Hampshire to the Isle of Wight, the government has announced. Grant Shapps, secretary of state for transport, said a planned trial of the technology would be brought forward and begin next week. In March, the government announced funding for drone tests and a new air traffic control system. But Mr Shapps said there was an "urgent need" for the trial to begin sooner than planned. Ferry crossings to the Isle of Wight are currently reduced due to the spread of coronavirus. An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) can make the crossing to the Isle of Wight in about 10 minutes. The government expects about four flights per day to be made, depending on the needs of the NHS.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52419705

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How can I protect myself?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 11:12 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/25/35187b72-6fac-4643-94bb-2837bafdd038.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How to snack less during lockdown

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/25/20 at 11:30 am


Researchers at the University of East Anglia are looking in to whether we are eating more - and their early anecdotal evidence suggests people have adopted unhealthy behaviour patterns - overeating the wrong kinds of foods, and drinking more.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/25/bf24f855-0fbb-474c-82de-9f8f737c38b0.png


I’m not eating more. Less actually. But with people who don’t have an easy option to go do anything outside, this can be an unhealthy lifestyle no matter what you eat. Not their fault either.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India allows small local shops to reopen

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 1:06 pm

India has allowed small local stores to reopen a month after the country went into lockdown. The interior ministry said only half of staff could work and they had to observe social distancing measures and wear a mask. The government is attempting to gradually restart economic activity. India has nearly 25,000 confirmed cases and 780 people have died.

Subject: Coronavirus: Worldwide death toll climbs to 200,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 1:16 pm

More than 200,000 people worldwide have now died with the coronavirus, figures from Johns Hopkins University show. There are more than 2.8 million confirmed cases of Covid-19, according to the tally. It comes after the number of fatalities in the US passed 50,000, as Americans endure the world's deadliest outbreak. On 11 January, Chinese state media reported the first known death liked to the virus. More than 210 countries and territories have since reported cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52428162

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Donald Trump cuts off daily coronavirus press briefing without taking questions

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/25/20 at 1:35 pm


Donald Trump cuts off daily coronavirus press briefing without taking questions for first time.

https://www.itv.com/news/2020-04-25/white-house-cuts-off-coronavirus-briefing-without-taking-questions/

I wonder why?



I'm sure you are asking sarcastically but I will answer anyway. Because he is afraid that people will ask him why he would tell people to inject themselves with poison. Or better yet, they might tell him that he is full of sh!t!


Cat

Subject: Coronavirus: New York man charged with hoarding PPE and sanitiser

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 1:39 pm

A man has been charged with hoarding personal protective equipment and sanitiser in New York state and selling it for excess profit.

Amardeep Singh, 45, has been accused of violating the Defense Production Act in the United States, which makes it illegal to accumulate such products and sell them at inflated prices. According to authorities, his business was found to be hoarding more than 100,000 face masks, 10,000 surgical gowns and 2,500 full-body isolation suits along with other forms of PPE and sanitiser. The complaint alleges he sold N95 masks for twice their value, disposable gloves for three times their value, and disposable face masks for $1 (£0.81) despite purchasing them for 7 cents (£0.06) each. If convicted, he faces up to a year in prison. Singh’s attorney, Brad Gerstman, told CNN that the decision to prosecute him was “absurd” and said he was not price gouging. There have been more than 271,000 confirmed coronavirus cases in New York, more than any individual country.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Worldwide death toll climbs to 200,000

Written By: Elor on 04/25/20 at 2:07 pm


It comes after the number of fatalities in the US passed 50,000, as Americans endure the world's deadliest outbreak.

Wow. Corona now has taken about as many American lives as the Vietnam war. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 2:31 pm


Wow. Corona now has taken about as many American lives as the Vietnam war. :o
Oh my, I had not realised that.  :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Meetings due to discuss sporting restart

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 2:32 pm

The government plans to set up the first of a series of regular meetings involving senior medical directors of the major sports this week in a bid to return to action as soon as possible.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/52423767

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Worldwide death toll climbs to 200,000

Written By: CatwomanofV on 04/25/20 at 3:12 pm


Wow. Corona now has taken about as many American lives as the Vietnam war. :o



Unfortunately, I think this is just the tip of the iceberg.  :\'( :\'( :\'(


Cat

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Worldwide death toll climbs to 200,000

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/25/20 at 4:47 pm


Wow. Corona now has taken about as many American lives as the Vietnam war. :o


I saw a Twitter post by O.J. Simpson yesterday. Juice said “Wow.  The Vietnam War only killed 58,000”.

ONLY?  :-[

Subject: Coronavirus: Boris Johnson will be back at work in Downing Street on Monday

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/25/20 at 5:06 pm

Boris Johnson will be back at work in Downing Street on Monday and is "raring to go" in the battle against coronavirus, he has told cabinet colleagues. Just over a fortnight after leaving hospital on Easter Sunday and spending a week at Chequers, the prime minister will be "back to his normal schedule" following treatment for COVID-19 as he grapples with the dilemma of when to ease the lockdown. Depending on doctors' advice, Mr Johnson may host Monday's daily Downing Street news conference and possibly take on the new Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer at Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday. "He is 'raring to go' and will be back Monday," a Downing Street source told Sky News.

https://news.sky.com/story/coronavirus-boris-johnson-will-be-back-at-work-in-downing-street-on-monday-11978838

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Worldwide death toll climbs to 200,000

Written By: Sman12 on 04/25/20 at 7:37 pm


Wow. Corona now has taken about as many American lives as the Vietnam war. :o


The death number is so tragic, that the word "tragic" is getting worn out at this point.

We could be hitting a million cases in the US alone by next week. :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/26/20 at 12:05 am

The UK looks like it can surpass Italy/Spain in total deaths :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 12:44 am


The UK looks like it can surpass Italy/Spain in total deaths :o
From 'worldometer'

Death for countries (taken at around 6:30 GMT):
54,265 - USA
26,384 - Italy
22,902 - Spain
22,614 - France
20,319 - UK
  6,917 - Belgium
  5,877 - Germany

It looks that sad case for us, but what have Belgium and Germany done or have not done to have a low death count?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): It will be a virtual Chelsea Flower Show this year

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 1:48 am

The RHS have announced plans to hold a Virtual RHS Chelsea Flower Show this May, following the cancelation of their regular gardening event due to the spread of coronavirus. It is the first time Chelsea has been cancelled since the Second World War.

https://www.countryliving.com/uk/homes-interiors/gardens/a32138012/virtual-chelsea-flower-show/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/26/20 at 2:15 am


From 'worldometer'

Death for countries (taken at around 6:30 GMT):
54,265 - USA
26,384 - Italy
22,902 - Spain
22,614 - France
20,319 - UK
  6,917 - Belgium
  5,877 - Germany

It looks that sad case for us, but what have Belgium and Germany done or have not done to have a low death count?


Germany tests a lot. It's really impressive, I heard they test 500,000 a week. I think they also locked down earlier than France and the UK.

Belgium has a very small population compared to the other countries on the list. Relative to its population, it's been hit hard.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 2:20 am


Germany tests a lot. It's really impressive, I heard they test 500,000 a week. I think they also locked down earlier than France and the UK.

Belgium has a very small population compared to the other countries on the list. Relative to its population, it's been hit hard.  :-\\
Thank you, you confirmed my thoughts, the UK was late in going into lockdown.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/26/20 at 2:33 am


Thank you, you confirmed my thoughts, the UK was late in going into lockdown.


My Queen Merkel is also a fellow Physics grad so she probably had some scientific intuition as to how serious this was.  8) At least she didn't recommend people bombard themselves with UV rays lol.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 3:01 am


My Queen Merkel is also a fellow Physics grad so she probably had some scientific intuition as to how serious this was.  8) At least she didn't recommend people bombard themselves with UV rays lol.
It helps to have a scientific brain in the first place, the UK is heavily relying on experts for guidance, and as for looking into the future, in this case, nobody knows.

Personally, as I am at high risk, I started on family advice my self isolation on March 11th, when I felt iffy that morning, and lockdown started in the UK om March 21st a good ten days later.

I fear for those who still met up while going out, remember the Cheltenham Festival (horse racing) still went ahead, when talk of self isolation and social distancing started, and those football fans that came over for Spain for an European football match against Liverpool on March 11th, carrying the coronavirus with them. There was a high count of infections in Liverpool around three week later.

I just thought I travelled on trains and The Tube on Monday March 9th, may be some footie fans came over for the match and visited London first?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Angry Trump says briefing media 'not worth it'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 3:13 am

President Donald Trump did not hold his daily briefing on Saturday, tweeting that it was not worth his "time or effort" and blaming the media for asking "nothing but hostile questions". Oh yeah! He was heavily criticised after suggesting at Thursday's White House news conference that disinfectant could potentially be used as a treatment for the virus. The performance caused embarrassment even among some of his supporters, BBC North America correspondent Peter Bowes says. Mr Trump's tweet appears to confirm reports that the conferences may be coming to an end because polls suggest they have not bolstered the president's popularity among voters, our correspondent adds. His remarks on Thursday were condemned as dangerous by doctors and manufacturers, as disinfectants are hazardous substances and can be poisonous if ingested. In New York City, calls to the hotline for exposure to certain household chemicals more than doubled in the 18 hours after Mr Trump's remarks - 30 cases compared to 13 for the same time frame last year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Angry Trump says briefing media 'not worth it'

Written By: karen on 04/26/20 at 4:06 am

. In New York City, calls to the hotline for exposure to certain household chemicals more than doubled in the 18 hours after Mr Trump's remarks - 30 cases compared to 13 for the same time frame last year.


What’s more startling is that there were 13 cases last year!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 5:16 am


What’s more startling is that there were 13 cases last year!
Now you highlighted that more, it curious to know, what is the age range and whether the cases were accidental or not?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/26/20 at 7:31 am


That is the main worry, the major detergent companies have put out major warning to warn the public on this.


Do not ingest any substance, it can kill you.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Face masks compared

Written By: Howard on 04/26/20 at 7:32 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/25/12abc93a-94a7-4ae1-8ff9-5882cc797554.png


The bottom one is what I've been using.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How can I protect myself?

Written By: Howard on 04/26/20 at 7:34 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/25/35187b72-6fac-4643-94bb-2837bafdd038.png


Sometimes I can't help that but I definitely do try to wash my hands or use hand sanitizer as well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Angry Trump says briefing media 'not worth it'

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/26/20 at 7:35 am

In New York City, calls to the hotline for exposure to certain household chemicals more than doubled in the 18 hours after Mr Trump's remarks - 30 cases compared to 13 for the same time frame last year.


Testimony as to just how many profoundly stupid people are out there.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How to snack less during lockdown

Written By: Howard on 04/26/20 at 7:37 am


I’m not eating more. Less actually. But with people who don’t have an easy option to go do anything outside, this can be an unhealthy lifestyle no matter what you eat. Not their fault either.


I'm the opposite, I've been eating more because of possible boredom but I do try not to overeat and use eating as a sign of boredom.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Worldwide death toll climbs to 200,000

Written By: Howard on 04/26/20 at 7:39 am


The death number is so tragic, that the word "tragic" is getting worn out at this point.

We could be hitting a million cases in the US alone by next week. :\'(


Man, by the time the year is over there won't be anyone on this planet. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 7:41 am


Testimony as to just how many profoundly stupid people are out there.  ::)

Now you highlighted that more, it curious to know, what is the age range and whether the cases were accidental or not?
That was the reason for me prompt this question, for some cases could be accidentally, or by children unknowningly what the liquid?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Another 336 virus deaths in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 8:57 am

A further 336 people have died with coronavirus across England, according to the latest figures from hospitals. It takes the total to 18,420, though the figures do not include deaths in care homes or other settings.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Couple travel to Cornwall for 'fresh air'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 8:59 am

A couple from London have been fined after coming to Cornwall for the day to get some "fresh air", according to police. Devon and Cornwall Police officers said on twitter they found the lockdown day trippers yesterday in Newquay. They are the second couple to be fined for travelling to the county this weekend, after a couple from Kent claimed to be on a "mini-break" when found asleep in a car by officers in Falmouth.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/26/20 at 9:42 am

Trump's economic adviser, Kevin Hassett, is saying that the US jobless rates could be comparable to the Great Depression: https://abcnews.go.com/ThisWeek/covid-19-jobless-rates-comparable-great-depression-trump/story?id=70348765&cid=clicksource_4380645_5_three_posts_card_hed

Hassett: "We're going to be looking at an unemployment rate that approaches rates that I think we saw during the Great Depression."

What he also says: “I'm sure that over the next three or four weeks, everybody's going to pull together and come up with a plan to give us the best chance possible for a V-shaped recovery. But make no mistake, it's a really grave situation, George. This is the biggest negative shock that our economy I think has ever seen.”

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Another 336 virus deaths in England

Written By: shadowcookie on 04/26/20 at 10:08 am


A further 336 people have died with coronavirus across England, according to the latest figures from hospitals. It takes the total to 18,420, though the figures do not include deaths in care homes or other settings.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

That seems to be the lowest daily total for a while.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 04/26/20 at 10:10 am


Trump's economic adviser, Kevin Hassett, is saying that the US jobless rates could be comparable to the Great Depression: https://abcnews.go.com/ThisWeek/covid-19-jobless-rates-comparable-great-depression-trump/story?id=70348765&cid=clicksource_4380645_5_three_posts_card_hed

Hassett: "We're going to be looking at an unemployment rate that approaches rates that I think we saw during the Great Depression."

What he also says: “I'm sure that over the next three or four weeks, everybody's going to pull together and come up with a plan to give us the best chance possible for a V-shaped recovery. But make no mistake, it's a really grave situation, George. This is the biggest negative shock that our economy I think has ever seen.”

The British economy could contract by 35% this quarter.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 10:24 am


That seems to be the lowest daily total for a while.
That is the figure for hospitals only, does tend to be lower at the weekend, and a complete figure will be available later.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 04/26/20 at 10:37 am


From 'worldometer'

Death for countries (taken at around 6:30 GMT):
54,265 - USA
26,384 - Italy
22,902 - Spain
22,614 - France
20,319 - UK
  6,917 - Belgium
  5,877 - Germany

It looks that sad case for us, but what have Belgium and Germany done or have not done to have a low death count?

Belgium is a very small country with a small population so I would say they are on par with the other nations. I've no idea what we're doing different than the others. Maybe we're more obedient when it comes to social distancing.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 10:43 am


Belgium is a very small country with a small population so I would say they are on par with the other nations. I've no idea what we're doing different than the others. Maybe we're more obedient when it comes to social distancing.
One thing that makes the death rate higher is something the media keep mentioning about the arrival of people on planes that are still flying in to the UK and no real testing being done at the airports. Straight off the plane, and on to public transport.

I will rephrase this, the majority of passengers on planes coming to the UK are those being repatriated for humanity reasons.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Another 413 deaths in hospital in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 10:50 am

Environment Secretary George Eustice at the daily briefing opens by giving the latest death toll in the UK, with 413 additional deaths in hospital bringing the total to 20,732.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/26/20 at 11:18 am


One thing that makes the death rate higher is something the media keep mentioning about the arrival of foreigners on planes that are still flying in to the UK and no real testing being done at the airports. Straight off the plane, and on to public transport.


To me death rate is the percentage of finished cases that the people died. Right now it shows Michigan having about a 30% death rate. Awhile ago it was about 50%. A few weeks ago it was about 95%. Yes about 1000 deaths and about 50 recoveries. That would be the most accurate figure assuming everybody is tested therefore all cases are accounted for. But they only test the people who are the worst off. And of course a high percentage of those people don’t make it. I wish we could figure this with the real numbers which would include people who don’t require hospitalization or don’t even show symptoms. Even a coworker who was on a flight with a confirmed case didn’t qualify for testing.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What we learned from the UK briefing

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 11:20 am


More staff are back at UK supermarkets as absence from illness and self-isolation has more than halved. But there are only a third of the usual number of migrant workers available to pick fresh fruit and vegetables - prompting the government to encourage furloughed workers to help with harvests.
UK test capacity has reached 50,000 a day - but much of that capacity is still going unused, with only 29,058 tests conducted in the last 24-hour period.
The environment secretary said "no decisions" had been taken about increasing restrictions on international travellers arriving in the UK, adding that at this stage of the pandemic they are "only a tiny proportion" of the infections.






Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 12:39 pm


PLEASE DO NOT, IT WILL KILL YOU!!!!

US President Donald Trump has been lambasted by the medical community after suggesting research into whether coronavirus might be treated by injecting disinfectant into the body.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52407177

He has lost my vote!
I just heard on the radio an American news reporter totally denying that Donald Trump never said injecting disinfectant into the body, he was getting angry when the presenter of the program was proving him wrong.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 04/26/20 at 12:41 pm


He's so dumb why would anyone want to spray disinfectant on their bodies?  ::)

He's completely clueless. ::) Always has been.



Is he now up for "imbleachment" now?

That would be nice, lol. :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/26/20 at 1:56 pm


The British economy could contract by 35% this quarter.  :-\\


Yikes. The economic toll from this is monumental.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/26/20 at 2:27 pm


He's completely clueless. ::) Always has been.

That would be nice, lol. :D


Someone should inject bleach in his hair.  ::)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Furloughed workers asked to help farmers

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 3:14 pm

Environment Secretary George Eustice says there is no serious disruption to the international flow of food. But he says only about a third of the usual number of migrant workers is in the UK to pick fresh fruit and vegetables. He says the government is working with industry to encourage furloughed workers to help with harvests in June.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 04/26/20 at 3:20 pm


One thing that makes the death rate higher is something the media keep mentioning about the arrival of people on planes that are still flying in to the UK and no real testing being done at the airports. Straight off the plane, and on to public transport.

I will rephrase this, the majority of passengers on planes coming to the UK are those being repatriated for humanity reasons.

Some people think Germany just got lucky with who got infected with the virus - mostly younger and healthy. I also think Germany has largely avoided the virus ripping through nursing homes.

Belgium actually has the highest death rate per million in the world I think. They have over 600 deaths per million people.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/20 at 3:26 pm


Some people think Germany just got lucky with who got infected with the virus - mostly younger and healthy. I also think Germany has largely avoided the virus ripping through nursing homes.

Belgium actually has the highest death rate per million in the world I think. They have over 600 deaths per million people.
May be there is something in the genes and the life style they lead?

Indeed, looking on 'worldometer', Belgium is second highest with 612 deaths per milllion, on top (if I can describe it that way) is San Marino with 1,200.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/26/20 at 3:36 pm


Trump's economic adviser, Kevin Hassett, is saying that the US jobless rates could be comparable to the Great Depression: https://abcnews.go.com/ThisWeek/covid-19-jobless-rates-comparable-great-depression-trump/story?id=70348765&cid=clicksource_4380645_5_three_posts_card_hed

Hassett: "We're going to be looking at an unemployment rate that approaches rates that I think we saw during the Great Depression."

What he also says: “I'm sure that over the next three or four weeks, everybody's going to pull together and come up with a plan to give us the best chance possible for a V-shaped recovery. But make no mistake, it's a really grave situation, George. This is the biggest negative shock that our economy I think has ever seen.”


I am not too worried about the economy. As he said, it will most likely be a V-shaped recovery.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/26/20 at 4:21 pm

The number of active confirmed cases fell in Ontario for the first time. That is to say, people are recovering faster than new people are being infected. We fell from 5,675 active cases yesterday to 5,597 cases today :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 04/26/20 at 9:46 pm


The number of active confirmed cases fell in Ontario for the first time. That is to say, people are recovering faster than new people are being infected. We fell from 5,675 active cases yesterday to 5,597 cases today :D

Well that's good, knowing that somewhere in the world, cases are dropping. O0

Subject: Coronavirus: Boris Johnson back at Downing Street to lead response

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 2:12 am

Boris Johnson has returned to Downing Street to take charge of the UK's response to the coronavirus outbreak. The prime minister will chair the regular morning cabinet meeting on Covid-19 before holding talks with senior ministers and officials. Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab, who has been standing in for the PM, said Mr Johnson was "raring to go". He arrived back at No 10 on Sunday evening amid mounting pressure from Tory MPs to begin lifting the lockdown.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52436471

Subject: Coronavirus: Millions download tracing app in Australia

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 3:36 am

More than a million Australians downloaded a coronavirus contact tracing app within hours of it being released by the government. The COVIDSafe smartphone app uses a Bluetooth wireless signal to exchange a "digital handshake" with another user when they come within 1.5m (4.9ft). The app then logs this contact and encrypts it. Users will be notified if they have had more than 15 minutes of close contact with another user who tests positive. Australia has recorded 6,694 cases and 80 deaths from the virus, according to data from Johns Hopkins University. The government says the data from the app will be stored temporarily and only used for contact tracing. But critics point out those protections aren't in law yet because parliament isn't sitting until mid-May. Similar privacy concerns have been raised in the UK, where according to the health secretary a contact tracing app will be available for use within weeks.

Subject: Coronavirus: Boris Johnson says this is moment of maximum risk

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 4:07 am

The UK is at the moment of maximum risk in the coronavirus outbreak, Boris Johnson has said as he urged people not to lose patience with the lockdown. Speaking outside No 10 for the first time since recovering from the virus, Mr Johnson said "we are now beginning to turn the tide" on the disease. But he said he refused to "throw away all the effort and sacrifice of the British people" and risk a second peak. The PM returned to work on Sunday after more than three weeks off sick. Mr Johnson was diagnosed with the virus a month ago. He was admitted to St Thomas' Hospital in central London on 5 April and spent a week there, including three nights in intensive care. He has not been doing any official government work during his convalescence at his country residence, Chequers, although last week he did speak to the Queen and US President Donald Trump, as well as meeting senior ministers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/27/20 at 4:14 am


Well that's good, knowing that somewhere in the world, cases are dropping. O0


But I think New York has more cases from what I heard on the radio.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 4:26 am


But I think New York has more cases from what I heard on the radio.
I am waiting for the daily reports to be announced.

Subject: Coronavirus: New Zealand claims no community cases as lockdown eases

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 4:41 am

New Zealand says it has stopped community transmission of Covid-19, effectively eliminating the virus. With new cases in single figures for several days - one on Sunday - Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the virus was "currently" eliminated. But officials have warned against complacency, saying it does not mean a total end to new coronavirus cases. The news comes hours before New Zealand is set to move out of its toughest level of social restrictions. From Tuesday, some non-essential business, healthcare and education activity will be able to resume. Most people will still be required to remain at home at all times and avoid all social interactions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-52436658

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Stockholm bars shut after failing safety checks

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 5:11 am

Five bars and restaurants in Stockholm have been closed by the city council after failing inspections on coronavirus safety. The inspections took place following concerns that some venues weren’t doing enough to encourage social-distancing between customers. More than a dozen other venues were given a warning by inspectors over the weekend. Checks were also carried out in the university city of Lund, where all venues passed their inspections. Sweden has kept pubs, restaurants and cafes open since the start of the outbreak, but last month it asked venues to offer only table-service to stop customers from crowding around bars.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris Johnson speaking outside No 10

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 6:27 am


The UK is at the moment of maximum risk in the coronavirus outbreak, Boris Johnson has said as he urged people not to lose patience with the lockdown. Speaking outside No 10 for the first time since recovering from the virus, Mr Johnson said "we are now beginning to turn the tide" on the disease. But he said he refused to "throw away all the effort and sacrifice of the British people" and risk a second peak. The PM returned to work on Sunday after more than three weeks off sick. Mr Johnson was diagnosed with the virus a month ago. He was admitted to St Thomas' Hospital in central London on 5 April and spent a week there, including three nights in intensive care. He has not been doing any official government work during his convalescence at his country residence, Chequers, although last week he did speak to the Queen and US President Donald Trump, as well as meeting senior ministers.
https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/27/b926dde0-5c0e-45a0-bc16-2283d73ea0a9.jpg

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK to mark health workers' deaths with minute's silence

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 8:21 am

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson will take part in a minute's silence on Tuesday to remember health workers who have died from coronavirus. The tribute was proposed by health unions Unison, the Royal College of Nursing and the Royal College of Midwives, and coincides with International Workers' Memorial Day. A spokesman for Mr Johnson says the PM will observe the minute's silence at 11:00 BST (10:00 GMT) and ask everybody who works in government to take part. Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon also says she will join in the tribute, saying it provides time to honour frontline workers and pay tribute to those who have died.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Deaths in England rise by 329

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 8:39 am

A further 329 people who tested positive for the coronavirus have died in England. NHS England said the patients were aged between 29 and 100-years-old. The latest figure brings the total number of confirmed deaths in hospitals in England to 18,749. In Scotland, a further 13 people have died, bringing the total in the country to 1,262 patients. And in Wales, a further eight patients have died, totalling 796 in the country over the outbreak. Northern Ireland have still to announced the daily total of deaths.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Czechs allowed to travel - but where can they go?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 8:56 am

From today, people are legally allowed to leave the Czech Republic and travel to any destination they wish. Though, as PM Andrej Babis pointed out - where would you go? There are virtually no flights or trains, and most other countries are not letting anyone in. Also, anyone who leaves also has to present a negative Covid certificate on their return, or face 14 days of quarantine. The only outsiders being let in are EU business people or university students, also with negative Covid certificates or quarantine. The next stage of easing domestic restrictions begins today, with large retail outlets, gyms, libraries and zoos (outdoor spaces only) amongst the latest to open. Authorities are concerned at an apparent flashpoint in the town of Marianske Lazne (Marianbad) near the German border, where there has been a spike in infections in hospitals.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 04/27/20 at 10:42 am


But I think New York has more cases from what I heard on the radio.

That doesn't surprise me, given that it is one of the most densely populated areas (at least in the States).

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: New Zealand claims no community cases as lockdown eases

Written By: Sman12 on 04/27/20 at 11:36 am


New Zealand says it has stopped community transmission of Covid-19, effectively eliminating the virus. With new cases in single figures for several days - one on Sunday - Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said the virus was "currently" eliminated. But officials have warned against complacency, saying it does not mean a total end to new coronavirus cases. The news comes hours before New Zealand is set to move out of its toughest level of social restrictions. From Tuesday, some non-essential business, healthcare and education activity will be able to resume. Most people will still be required to remain at home at all times and avoid all social interactions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-52436658


I dislike Ardern's policies, but her response to this crisis is commendable imo.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus):UK death toll reaches 21,092

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 12:44 pm

Matt Hancock begins the UK government briefing by confirming the first question will come from a member of the public - after almost 15,000 were submitted. He says the questions are selected by an independent polling organisation and they don't see them before the press conference. The health secretary for England says the government is working through its action plan and "at its core is to protect life and protect the NHS". He confirms a total of 21,092 people hospitalised with coronavirus have now died, and pays tribute to them and their families. That's a rise of 360 since Sunday.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Global virus cases pass three million

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 12:46 pm

There have now been more than three million cases of Covid-19 recorded around the world, according to tracking by Johns Hopkins University. More than 208,000 people are known to have died.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New York deaths continue to decline

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 12:49 pm


But I think New York has more cases from what I heard on the radio.

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo offered his daily update on the situation in his state, which remains the epicentre of the Covid-19 outbreak in the US.

Here are the key takeaways:

While death rates continue to decline, 337 New Yorkers died in the last day
There are still 1,000 new Covid-19 cases, daily
Parts of the state could open after 15 May, when restrictions expire, but Cuomo urged local lawmakers to be "smart about it" and work within national health guidelines and other regional leaders
The governor also called out criticism that some states are asking for federal aid, saying New York was a "giver" state and "nobody puts more money into the pot"



Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/27/20 at 2:57 pm

BREAKING NEWS
The U.S. has hit over a million cases, according to the Worldometer site.
https://i.ibb.co/2y778wN/Screenshot-20200427-151252-Chrome.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/20 at 3:40 pm


BREAKING NEWS
The U.S. has hit over a million cases, according to the Worldometer site.
https://i.ibb.co/2y778wN/Screenshot-20200427-151252-Chrome.jpg


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/27/bf5140db-c103-4f73-a7fe-c2bf7d2d1525.png

With the global coronavirus cases around 3 million, the USA has around 1/3 of the total cases.

Subject: Coronavirus: UK to hold minute's silence for key workers who died

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 1:43 am

A minute's silence will be held across the UK later to commemorate the key workers who have died with coronavirus. Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who returned to work on Monday, will join the tribute, which starts at 11:00 BST. More than 100 NHS and care staff have died with the virus, as have many transport and other key workers. NHS England medical director Stephen Powis said he hoped "the whole nation" would show how much their "contribution is remembered and appreciated". Chief nursing officer Ruth May added: "Every death is a tragedy but we feel the loss of fellow health and care workers particularly keenly." It comes as hospitals in England start planning to restore some NHS services that had to be postponed because of the pandemic.

Subject: Coronavirus: Top NYC doctor takes her own life

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 2:44 am

A top New York City doctor who was on the front line of the US fight against coronavirus has taken her own life. Dr Lorna Breen, who was medical director of the emergency department at New York-Presbyterian Allen Hospital in Manhattan, died of self-inflicted injuries on Sunday, police said. The 49-year-old's father, Dr Philip Breen, told the New York Times: "She tried to do her job and it killed her." New York accounts for 17,500 out of America's coronavirus 56,000 deaths.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52451094

Subject: Coronavirus: Trump 'can't imagine why' US disinfectant calls spiked

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 3:09 am

President Donald Trump has said he "can't imagine why" US hotline calls about disinfectant have risen after he suggested injecting the substance to treat coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52450692

::)


Subject: Coronavirus: Care home deaths up as hospital cases fall

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 6:34 am

A third of all coronavirus deaths in England and Wales are now happening in care homes, figures show. Office for National Statistics data showed there were 2,000 coronavirus care home deaths in the week ending 17 April - double the previous week. Projections for the following week - up to last Friday - suggested the numbers have since continued to rise. It comes as coronavirus hospital deaths have started falling after peaking on 8 April. Mike Padgham, of the Independent Care Group, which represents care homes, said care homes were now the "true front line" in the fight against coronavirus. He said it was taking a "terrible toll". "These are our lived ones - mothers, fathers, brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles and friends who have been taken from us early. They deserve better." He said the sector needed more testing, protective equipment and money to tackle the outbreaks.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52455072

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Scottish government recommends face coverings

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 7:04 am

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has unveiled new guidance by the Scottish government, saying people should cover their faces when outdoors. s Sturgeon said residents should use a cloth covering when on public transport or in other settings where social distancing will be difficult. She said it would not be mandatory or enforced at this stage but would be kept under review. More than 10,700 people have tested positive for Covid-19 in Scotland, an increase of 200 from yesterday. A further 70 people with coronavirus have died, taking the total to 1,332 deaths in Scotland.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/28/20 at 7:30 am


That doesn't surprise me, given that it is one of the most densely populated areas (at least in the States).


I'm just surprised that New York has so many deaths. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New York deaths continue to decline

Written By: Howard on 04/28/20 at 7:32 am


New York Governor Andrew Cuomo offered his daily update on the situation in his state, which remains the epicentre of the Covid-19 outbreak in the US.

Here are the key takeaways:

While death rates continue to decline, 337 New Yorkers died in the last day
There are still 1,000 new Covid-19 cases, daily

Parts of the state could open after 15 May, when restrictions expire, but Cuomo urged local lawmakers to be "smart about it" and work within national health guidelines and other regional leaders
The governor also called out criticism that some states are asking for federal aid, saying New York was a "giver" state and "nobody puts more money into the pot"



Could it be before May 15th by any chance? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 7:44 am


Could it be before May 15th by any chance? ???
Who knows? We cannot predict the future,

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/28/20 at 9:18 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/27/bf5140db-c103-4f73-a7fe-c2bf7d2d1525.png

With the global coronavirus cases around 3 million, the USA has around 1/3 of the total cases.


Another grim milestone. And it's even worse when the federal government had the entire month of February to do something major about it.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Further UK 546 deaths announced

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 10:00 am

Another 546 deaths of people with Covid-19 in hospitals in England have been announced. They include 20 who died in March. The NHS figures do not include those who died in care homes. Although reporting varies at weekends, which explains partly why the numbers were lower on Sunday and Monday, if we look at the number of deaths by the dates the patient died we can see the figures are falling. This chart shows the numbers by date of death and the seven-day rolling average.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/28/3d380431-bb12-4a04-886c-0806c17dfc98.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): McDonald’s trials UK branch reopening

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 10:36 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/28/22914cf6-0b78-49ec-8149-c69432f5e36f.jpg

This news will give a boost to some fast food fans who may be having withdrawal symptoms from their favourite dishes. Burger chain McDonald's is testing reopening a branch in the UK this week. However, the branch will only open for "operational tests" and will remain closed to customers. "Recently, we began working through a potential and limited reopening,” a spokesperson for the chain said. But it refused to put a date on when customers would be able to pick up a Happy Meal or Big Mac again.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): McDonald’s trials UK branch reopening

Written By: Sman12 on 04/28/20 at 11:13 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/28/22914cf6-0b78-49ec-8149-c69432f5e36f.jpg

This news will give a boost to some fast food fans who may be having withdrawal symptoms from their favourite dishes. Burger chain McDonald's is testing reopening a branch in the UK this week. However, the branch will only open for "operational tests" and will remain closed to customers. "Recently, we began working through a potential and limited reopening,” a spokesperson for the chain said. But it refused to put a date on when customers would be able to pick up a Happy Meal or Big Mac again.


Imagine if McDonald's closed down all of their US branches. People that enjoy trans fat and greasy foods will protest like there's no tomorrow.  :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 12:44 pm


Imagine if McDonald's closed down all of their US branches. People that enjoy trans fat and greasy foods will protest like there's no tomorrow.  :D
It has been done here, and we survived.

Subject: Coronavirus: Tests to be rolled to care homes, more workers and over-65s

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 12:45 pm

All care home residents and staff in England are to be eligible for coronavirus testing, regardless of whether they have symptoms, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said. From Wednesday all those over 65 and people who must leave home for work will also be able to get a test if they are displaying symptoms. Daily testing capacity is now up to 73,400, Mr Hancock said. He said the government was "on track" for 100,000 tests a day by May. Earlier this month, testing eligibility was expanded to allow all essential workers in England to register for tests on the government's website, if they or a family member have virus symptoms. However, the test booking website temporarily closed hours after opening following "exceptional demand".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52462928

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): British Airways to cut up to 12,000 jobs

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 12:55 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/28/4086470d-2be1-4f1c-8d52-abd218a004f3.jpg

British Airways is set to cut up to 12,000 jobs as it deals with a collapse in business because of the coronavirus pandemic. The airline's parent company, IAG, said it needed to impose a "restructuring and redundancy programme" until demand for air travel returns to 2019 levels. BA, which employs about 42,000 people, had already warned that job losses were likely.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus app 'ready in two to three weeks'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 1:12 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/28/4dc5806e-6b01-4d0a-946e-58e3f0e03a14.jpg

Building a coronavirus contact-tracing app that might help the UK emerge from lockdown has been a titanic effort - and it has largely taken place in private. But now the NHS chief responsible has told MPs he hopes the first version will be ready in a fortnight's time. Matthew Gould also disclosed plans to log the location of whenever two or more people are in close proximity for minutes at a time.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 1:44 pm

Here are the latest figures on Covid-19 deaths and cases across the UK:

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/28/49e6d11e-2a86-43b7-a8df-7911fe534610.png

From Wednesday (tomorow) the government will publish daily figures for care home and community deaths, not just deaths in hospitals

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No vaccine, no 2020 Tokyo

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 1:55 pm

The postponed Tokyo Olympics will be "scrapped" if they cannot take place in 2021, says Games chief Yoshiro Mori. Tokyo 2020 is now scheduled to run from 23 July to 8 August next year after being delayed because of the coronavirus pandemic. Health experts have cast doubt on whether the Games could be held next summer without a vaccine or effective drugs to treat Covid-19 being found. When asked if the event could be moved again to 2022, Mori replied: "No." "In that case, the Olympics will be scrapped," he added.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): McDonald’s trials UK branch reopening

Written By: Howard on 04/28/20 at 2:10 pm


Imagine if McDonald's closed down all of their US branches. People that enjoy trans fat and greasy foods will protest like there's no tomorrow.  :D


Just imagine if Burger King did the same, what in the hell would we do?  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/20 at 2:22 pm


Just imagine if Burger King did the same, what in the hell would we do?  ;D
...Burger King is closed here to!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/28/20 at 2:28 pm


...Burger King is closed here to!




Ours is open for delivery and pick-up only.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): McDonald’s trials UK branch reopening

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/28/20 at 5:26 pm


Imagine if McDonald's closed down all of their US branches. People that enjoy trans fat and greasy foods will protest like there's no tomorrow.  :D


If they are shut down during McRib season, there will be hell to pay!  :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/20 at 1:58 am


If they are shut down during McRib season, there will be hell to pay!  :P
Can you still cook a similar rib at home?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Who can now get a test in England?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/20 at 2:13 am

Millions more people in England can now get tested for the virus. The government had previously said all essential workers showing symptoms could be tested. Under the new rules, these people are also eligible for tests:

All NHS and social care staff, whether they are showing symptoms or not
Care home residents
Symptomatic workers who cannot work from home
Everyone over the age of 65 with symptoms - and other members of their household also showing symptoms

If you're eligible, then you can book a test on the government's website here.

Subject: Australia marks Cook anniversary under lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/20 at 3:33 am

On 29 April 1770, explorer James Cook arrived in Australia. He would later claim the region for the British crown. But celebrations in Australia for the 250th anniversary of Captain Cook's voyage have been a muted affair. This is mainly down to the coronavirus lockdown but there is also significant unease over marking the "discovery" of a land already inhabited for millennia. Captain Cook is acknowledged as one of the world's greatest explorers but his legacy has been questioned by many. The date is still seen by many as the "founding" of modern Australia - but this is a highly controversial claim given the lack of reconciliation with indigenous people, and the inequality that has arisen from two centuries of discrimination. Prominent Aboriginal Australians described the colonial anniversary as a "difficult day" marking the start of their dispossession, while Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the date represented a "merging" of histories.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-52461427

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): McDonald’s trials UK branch reopening

Written By: Howard on 04/29/20 at 5:25 am


If they are shut down during McRib season, there will be hell to pay!  :P


I wasn't crazy about McRibs.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/20 at 5:43 am


I wasn't crazy about McRibs.
same here.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Excellent news for PM Boris Johnson

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/20 at 6:12 am

PM's baby born at NHS hospital

It is understood the prime minister was present throughout the birth, which took place at an NHS hospital in London. Unsurprisingly, Boris Johnson will not appear at Prime Minister's Questions in the Commons on Wednesday afternoon. He had only returned to work on Monday after recovering from coronavirus. He has previously suggested he plans to take paternity leave, but it is not known if this remains the case given the coronavirus pandemic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/29/20 at 7:45 am

Not sure if this was posted, but it's really terrible that the ER doctor, that saved lives and survived COVID herself, took her own life. Her name was Dr. Lorna Breen, and it's most likely due to her traumatic experiences. This virus affects everyone in so many ways. Condolences to the family.  :\'(

https://nypost.com/2020/04/29/father-of-er-doctor-lorna-breen-she-put-her-life-on-the-line/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/20 at 7:52 am


Not sure if this was posted, but it's really terrible that the ER doctor, that saved lives and survived COVID herself, took her own life. Her name was Dr. Lorna Breen, and it's most likely due to her traumatic experiences. This virus affects everyone in so many ways. Condolences to the family.  :\'(

https://nypost.com/2020/04/29/father-of-er-doctor-lorna-breen-she-put-her-life-on-the-line/


So sad.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

One thinks now what the medical staff are going through.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Schools will reopen in phases

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/20 at 8:58 am

The reopening of schools in England is expected to take place in a "phased manner", says the Education Secretary Gavin Williamson. He told the Education Select Committee the date for opening would depend on scientific advice - but schools would get "as much notice as possible". But when pupils start returning it could just be for some year groups. "All schools returning on day one with a full complement of pupils would not be realistic," he told MPs. With schools closed by the coronavirus outbreak, the education secretary faced questions on a timetable for re-opening and how to support the disadvantaged, while pupils were meant to be learning online from home.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 04/29/20 at 10:38 am


Not sure if this was posted, but it's really terrible that the ER doctor, that saved lives and survived COVID herself, took her own life. Her name was Dr. Lorna Breen, and it's most likely due to her traumatic experiences. This virus affects everyone in so many ways. Condolences to the family.  :\'(

https://nypost.com/2020/04/29/father-of-er-doctor-lorna-breen-she-put-her-life-on-the-line/

Not even just nurses, but even young people, especially teens. Imagine how those with abusive parents or family are feeling right now.

I firmly believe that there’s going to be more teenaged deaths by suicide from the pandemic than the virus itself. Staying at home for a long period of time definitely has a negative effect on your mental health. So I can absolutely see where the “Reopen America” people are coming from. I’m for reopening America too, but not until there’s widespread testing and people with no symptoms can also get tested.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus deaths rise to 26,097

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/20 at 11:11 am

A total of 26,097 people have died with coronavirus in the UK from 2 March to 28 April. For the first time, the UK-wide figure will include deaths in care homes and the community as well as hospitals. The deaths counted are people who died after testing positive for the virus. Public Health England has now reported an additional 3,811 deaths in England since the start of the outbreak. Of these, around 70% were outside hospital settings and around 30% were in hospital.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/29/20 at 11:13 am


Not even just nurses, but even young people, especially teens. Imagine how those with abusive parents or family are feeling right now.

I firmly believe that there’s going to be more teenaged deaths by suicide from the pandemic than the virus itself. Staying at home for a long period of time definitely has a negative effect on your mental health. So I can absolutely see where the “Reopen America” people are coming from. I’m for reopening America too, but not until there’s widespread testing and people with no symptoms can also get tested.


This is what I believe, too. Plus, I think some people are running low on their one-time stimulus checks of $1,200, so that could also be a contributor to their frustrations.

I just HOPE we don't see a second wave or a resurgence of infections like Singapore. :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/20 at 11:21 am


This is what I believe, too. Plus, I think some people are running low on their one-time stimulus checks of $1,200, so that could also be a contributor to their frustrations.

I just HOPE we don't see a second wave or a resurgence of infections like Singapore. :(
I believe it is Germany that was all set come out of lockdown and second wave began. It is best just to make sure before allowing people out.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): McDonald’s trials UK branch reopening

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/29/20 at 6:30 pm


I wasn't crazy about McRibs.


Well for starters, they’re not kosher.  :o

But since I am a Roamin’ Catholic they are not off limits. Except for Fridays.  :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 04/29/20 at 6:31 pm


Can you still cook a similar rib at home?


For me it is the McRib or nothing.

Accept no substitutes...

Subject: Captain Tom Moore given colonel title on 100th birthday

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 1:38 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/E275/production/_112037975_49834338827_e4589408b8_k.jpg
Benjie Ingram-Moore presented his grandfather with a photo of the thousands of birthday cards he has received.

Captain Tom Moore, who raised more than £29m for the NHS by walking laps of his garden, has been made an honorary colonel on his 100th birthday. The war veteran will mark the occasion with thousands of birthday cards, including one from the Queen. He said it was "extraordinary" to be turning 100, especially with "this many well-wishers". Head of the Army General Sir Mark Carleton-Smith called Capt Tom "an inspirational role model". Capt Tom is due to spend the majority of the day self-isolating with his daughter Hannah Ingram-Moore and her family at his home in Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire. He said he would also speak to other family members via the internet.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-52472132

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Stars to compete in Mario Tennis tournament

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 4:02 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/30/5c8f78b2-3b5d-49f2-a131-55efab890402.jpg

With live sport fixtures on hold due to the pandemic, various tennis stars are planning to compete in a live-streamed tournament of a tennis video game. Serena Willams, Naomi Osaka and Maria Sharapova are among the athletes who will go head to head on Mario Tennis Aces. They will partner with celebrities and play as characters from the game on Nintendo Switch. Facebook Gaming will stream the event on 3 May. E-sports have surged in popularity as Covid-19 forces the cancellation of live events, prompting players and leagues to turn to online gaming to keep fans engaged.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52481838

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 4:04 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/30/5c8f78b2-3b5d-49f2-a131-55efab890402.jpg

This photo contains an almost hidden mickey?

Subject: Captain Tom Moore given colonel title on 100th birthday

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 5:06 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/30/a9bef0d7-c994-41d5-9102-f863f375df6b.jpg

A big screen in Piccadilly Circus in central London has displayed a message for Captain Tom. 
It wished him a happy birthday and said the nation was celebrating.

He has now raised more than £30m for NHS charities by walking laps of his garden.

PM Boris Johnson sends a message describing Capt Tom as a "point of light".

An estimated 140,000 birthday cards have been sent to the war veteran.

Subject: Coronavirus: 'Probable' government will miss 100,000 test target

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 5:30 am

It is "probable" the government will miss its 100,000 a day coronavirus test target, a senior minister has admitted. Health Secretary Matt Hancock pledged to reach the target by the end of April - but only 52,000 tests were carried out on Tuesday. Justice Secretary Robert Buckland said the "bold" aim was important but added that "frankly we need more". Hospital chiefs described the figure as a "red herring", saying there was a need to carry out mass testing. That strategy has been implemented by other countries, including Germany. Mr Hancock set out the government's daily testing target of 100,000 per day on 2 April, after Prime Minister Boris Johnson initially identified an aim to carry out 250,000 tests a day.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52484345

Subject: Coronavirus: Tube may be 'overwhelmed' when lockdown is lifted, report warns

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 5:51 am

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London's transport system may be unable to cope with a surge in demand when lockdown measures are lifted, a briefing to emergency planners says. The report, seen by the BBC, says the Tube would be "rapidly overwhelmed" if social distancing were maintained. It further warns of added pressure on police, who may be called upon to manage crowds and enforce restrictions. The London Strategic Coordination Group said the document should "not be seen as what will happen". It contains a number of planning scenarios based on current social distancing measures, a spokesperson said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-52481522

Subject: Coronavirus: Watchdog threatens legal action on holiday refunds

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 6:18 am

Firms that fail to refund people for holidays and weddings cancelled because of the coronavirus outbreak could face legal action by the consumer watchdog. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) says it will take companies to court if they flout the law. It says four out of five complaints made to its Covid-19 Taskforce are about cancellations and refunds. Issues include holidaymakers being pressured to take vouchers instead of refunds for accommodation. Meanwhile, some wedding venues are refusing to refund any money.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52483453?intlink_from_url=&link_location=live-reporting-story

Subject: Coronavirus: Boris Johnson to update UK on 'steps to defeat' the disease

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 8:10 am

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Boris Johnson has chaired a cabinet meeting and will later lead the daily coronavirus briefing for the first time since his return to work. No 10 said the PM, whose fiancee gave birth on Wednesday, will update the UK on the "fight against this disease and the steps we are taking to defeat it". But political editor Laura Kuenssberg said he was unlikely to give "chapter and verse" on lifting the restrictions. No 10 also faces the deadline for its target of 100,000 daily virus tests.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/30/20 at 8:56 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/27/bf5140db-c103-4f73-a7fe-c2bf7d2d1525.png

With the global coronavirus cases around 3 million, the USA has around 1/3 of the total cases.


This looks like Michigan. The growth is not exponential but linear. For weeks now since the governor basically shut down the whole state, it’s still been about 1000 new cases a day.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 9:24 am


This looks like Michigan. The growth is not exponential but linear. For weeks now since the governor basically shut down the whole state, it’s still been about 1000 new cases a day.
If you understand, there is a 3 to 4 week time difference between infection and sadly the virus taking over and causing death. So the true indicator of how the lockdown will affect the amount of deaths will show a few weeks later.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): British Airways may not reopen at Gatwick

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 9:28 am

British Airways has told staff its Gatwick Airport operation may not reopen after the coronavirus pandemic passes. The admission came in a memo written by the head of BA's Gatwick hub, and seen by BBC News. BA's Gatwick operation, which is currently suspended, is about a fifth as big as its Heathrow hub. It used to fly to more than 70 destinations. In a separate letter, BA said it could not rule out suspending the rest of its Heathrow operation - and added that a quarter of BA's 4,300 pilots were set to lose their jobs.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/30/20 at 9:38 am


If you understand, there is a 3 to 4 week time difference between infection and sadly the virus taking over and causing death. So the true indicator of how the lockdown will affect the amount of deaths will show a few weeks later.


Yes that’s true. After about 1.5 to 2 weeks the curve finally stopped doubling every 3 days. Big lockdown started 5 weeks ago but pretty much everything was shut down long before that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 04/30/20 at 11:02 am

It looks like us Americans are gonna face meat shortages after many important plants (like Tyson Foods) are closed due to virus outbreaks within some of them.  :\'(

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2020/04/30/coronavirus-meat-shortages-expected-production-plunges/3052398001/

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Russia PM tests positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 12:03 pm

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin has tested positive for coronavirus.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Confirmed figures in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 1:01 pm

The total number of coronavirus-related deaths in the UK is now up to 26,711 - this number includes deaths in hospitals, care homes and the community. And a total of 171,253 people in the UK have tested positive for the virus.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/30/77e4874e-2d3e-4ad3-9941-698901ab5d8c.png

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Coronavirus: Boris Johnson says UK is past the peak of outbreak

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 1:08 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/30/39ac5382-63c8-4089-bcf4-9c20155a9020.jpg

PM Boris Johnson has said he will set out a "comprehensive plan" next week on how to restart the economy, reopen schools and help people travel to work beyond the coronavirus lockdown. He said the UK was "past the peak" of the virus outbreak, but stressed the country must not "risk a second spike". Mr Johnson said face masks will be "useful" as part of the strategy for coming out of lockdown. Some 26,771 people have now died with the virus in the UK, a rise of 674. The prime minister said that "we can now see the sunlight", but he insisted that to avoid the "disaster" of a second peak the UK must meet the fifth of five tests before the lockdown can be lifted. "Nothing we do should lift the R or reproduction rate - back above one," he said. More than 81,000 coronavirus tests were carried out on Wednesday, still short of the government's target of 100,000 by the end of April. Mr Johnson insisted: "We're massively ramping up testing."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52493500

Subject: Captain Tom Moore's NHS appeal tops £32m on 100th birthday

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 1:34 pm

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The appeal by NHS fundraiser Captain Tom Moore topped £32m as he celebrated his 100th birthday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/30/20 at 4:26 pm


This looks like Michigan. The growth is not exponential but linear. For weeks now since the governor basically shut down the whole state, it’s still been about 1000 new cases a day.


Logistical curves are linear around the inflection point for a long time before slowing down suddenly.

https://xaktly.com/Images/Mathematics/LogisticDiffEq/LogisticExponentialComparison.png

I think in Ontario we might be on the tail portion of the curve. We had 650 new cases last week which was a record high but have dropped to 350 yesterday which was a 4 week low. I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. We are doing 10,000 tests a day so I trust our case numbers (as opposed to using death numbers). It hould be noted that deaths are a lagging indicator to infections by 2-4 weeks. So if you're following the death numbers you're looking at the state of the disease from 2-4 weeks ago rather than the present.

Subject: Covid-19: Trump claims to have seen evidence virus started in Wuhan

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 5:04 pm

Coronavirus live news: Trump claims 'he has seen evidence virus started in Wuhan lab'.

Bizarre statement from US president comes despite his own experts saying the virus was ‘not manmade or genetically modified’

At this precise time he cannot show the evidence to claim this.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2020/apr/30/coronavirus-live-news-more-cases-of-covid-linked-syndrome-in-children-as-uk-deaths-top-spain-and-france

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Trump claims to have seen evidence virus started in Wuhan

Written By: 2001 on 04/30/20 at 5:25 pm


Coronavirus live news: Trump claims 'he has seen evidence virus started in Wuhan lab'.

Bizarre statement from US president comes despite his own experts saying the virus was ‘not manmade or genetically modified’

At this precise time he cannot show the evidence to claim this.

https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2020/apr/30/coronavirus-live-news-more-cases-of-covid-linked-syndrome-in-children-as-uk-deaths-top-spain-and-france


Australia wanted an investigation on where the virus came from and China was furious, threatening sanctions and embargoes. I mean, it might have come from the Huanan wet market, but the evidence isn't conclusive yet, and it's important information to know to prevent a future pandemic, so I think it's fair to ask for an investigation. It most likely isn't man made but their comical overreaction makes me wonder if they are hiding something sinister  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/30/20 at 5:27 pm


Australia wanted an investigation on where the virus came from and China was furious, threatening sanctions and embargoes. I mean, it might have come from the Huanan wet market, but the evidence isn't conclusive yet, and it's important information to know to prevent a future pandemic, so I think it's fair to ask for an investigation. It most likely isn't man made but their comical overreaction makes me wonder if they are hiding something sinister  ???
It was my wonder right from the start of day one of knowing the circumstances behind it all.

Subject: Re: Captain Tom Moore given colonel title on 100th birthday

Written By: Howard on 05/01/20 at 4:14 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/4/30/a9bef0d7-c994-41d5-9102-f863f375df6b.jpg

A big screen in Piccadilly Circus in central London has displayed a message for Captain Tom. 
It wished him a happy birthday and said the nation was celebrating.

He has now raised more than £30m for NHS charities by walking laps of his garden.

PM Boris Johnson sends a message describing Capt Tom as a "point of light".

An estimated 140,000 birthday cards have been sent to the war veteran.


Happy Birthday to him. :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/01/20 at 4:15 pm


It looks like us Americans are gonna face meat shortages after many important plants (like Tyson Foods) are closed due to virus outbreaks within some of them.  :\'(

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2020/04/30/coronavirus-meat-shortages-expected-production-plunges/3052398001/


So now what will happen when they can't have their meat?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 05/01/20 at 5:44 pm


So now what will happen when they can't have their meat?  ???


If they don’t eat their meat, they can’t have any pudding!

How can they have pudding if they won’t eat their meat?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/01/20 at 9:01 pm

Nunavut in the Canadian Arctic got its first case of COVID-19. No place on earth is safe!

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/north/nunavut-first-covid19-case-1.5509014

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 05/02/20 at 6:13 am


If they don’t eat their meat, they can’t have any pudding!

How can they have pudding if they won’t eat their meat?


You! Yes, you behind the bike sheds. Stand still laddy!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/02/20 at 2:34 pm

People need to stop littering the streets with gloves and masks, it's disgusting and it has to stop, please dispose your things in the proper receptacle!  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 05/03/20 at 7:36 am


People need to stop littering the streets with gloves and masks, it's disgusting and it has to stop, please dispose your things in the proper receptacle!  ::)


It’s bad enough that we used to have to deal with used condoms in the dumpsters behind the concession stand. Now we have to deal with these masks and gloves too.  8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 05/03/20 at 5:39 pm

Until people with no symptoms can be tested, then I don’t think we’re gonna stop the spread of this virus anytime soon.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/03/20 at 7:15 pm

Canada looks like it's hit really badly on Worldometer but 60% of our cases and deaths are from Québec. This same province will also be the first in North America also to open up its schools on May 11 even though they recorded a new high in new cases just today.  ::)

Things are more optimistic in Ontario since we have dropped to 4,332 active cases today, down from our peak of 5,675 on April 25 :D

The province of New Brunswick (next to Maine) appears to have eradicated COVID-19 within its borders. They have 0 active cases and have not reported a new case in over 2 weeks. :o

Yukon and Northwest Territories in Canada's north also have 0 active cases.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/04/20 at 4:17 am


It’s bad enough that we used to have to deal with used condoms in the dumpsters behind the concession stand. Now we have to deal with these masks and gloves too.  8-P


I know I see them everywhere in the parking lot but people don't care anymore these days, we do our best as to try to clean up but the next day it's messy again.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 05/04/20 at 1:34 pm


Canada looks like it's hit really badly on Worldometer but 60% of our cases and deaths are from Québec. This same province will also be the first in North America also to open up its schools on May 11 even though they recorded a new high in new cases just today.  ::)

Things are more optimistic in Ontario since we have dropped to 4,332 active cases today, down from our peak of 5,675 on April 25 :D

The province of New Brunswick (next to Maine) appears to have eradicated COVID-19 within its borders. They have 0 active cases and have not reported a new case in over 2 weeks. :o

Yukon and Northwest Territories in Canada's north also have 0 active cases.


Seems like you guys are gonna open up earlier than us Americans here. I wish you all the best up there.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 05/04/20 at 3:41 pm

In the U.K. the prime minister will be announcing plans for easing the lockdown. He has already set out five targets that need to be met before this can happen. These relate to falls in the number of deaths and new cases, increasing numbers being tested and getting a track and trace app operational amongst other things.

The track and trace app is being tested initially on the Isle of Wight.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/20 at 1:37 am


The track and trace app is being tested initially on the Isle of Wight.
An NHS app which aims to track the spread of coronavirus will be rolled out for the first time today, as part of a trial on the Isle of Wight. Council and healthcare workers will be the first to try the contact-tracing app, with the rest of the island able to download it from Thursday. If the trial is successful, it could be available nationwide within weeks.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52540068

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India reports biggest daily spike yet

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/20 at 2:16 am

With 3,900 fresh infections in the last 24 hours, India has seen its sharpest rise in daily cases yet, according to the health ministry. The latest spike means the country now has confirmed 46,433 cases of Covid-19. This includes the more than 12,000 patients who have recovered or been discharged and the 1,568 who have died. The uptick in numbers could be because of increased testing - more than 80,000 people across the country were tested on Monday, and health officials hope to start testing around 100,000 samples every day soon. The new numbers come just as the country woke up to new relaxations in the lockdown on Monday, including the opening of standalone shops and allowing private offices to open with 33% of staff.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Global coronavirus deaths pass 250,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/20 at 2:48 am

The number of deaths related to coronavirus around the world has passed 250,000, according to Johns Hopkins University, which is tracking the disease globally. The US is the country with the highest number of fatalities, with nearly 69,000. Italy has over 29,000 deaths while the UK has almost 29,000. Comparisons are difficult though because of different methods employed by countries in reporting their figures - such as including only the deaths that happened in hospitals. Lack of testing, a problem in many nations, may also hide the true extent of the outbreak.

Subject: Coronavirus: France's first known case 'was in December'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/20 at 5:25 am

A patient diagnosed with pneumonia near Paris on 27 December actually had the coronavirus, his doctor has said. This means the virus may have arrived in Europe almost a month earlier than previously thought. Dr Yves Cohen said a swab taken at the time was recently tested, and came back positive for Covid-19. The patient, who has since fully recovered, said he had no idea where he caught the virus as he had not been to any infected areas. Knowing who was the first case is key to understanding how the virus spread.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-52526554

Subject: Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds name baby son Wilfred Lawrie Nicholas

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/20 at 6:39 am

Boris Johnson and his fiancee Carrie Symonds have named their baby boy Wilfred Lawrie Nicholas Johnson. The names are a tribute to their grandfathers and two doctors who treated Mr Johnson while he was in hospital with coronavirus, Ms Symonds wrote in an Instagram post. She posted a picture of herself with the baby, who was born on Wednesday (April 29th) . And she thanked staff at University College London Hospital, adding: "I couldn't be happier. My heart is full." The birth came just weeks after Mr Johnson was discharged from intensive care at another London hospital following treatment for coronavirus. Ms Symonds wrote on Saturday that their son shares his first name with the prime minister's grandfather, and the first of his middle names, Lawrie, with her own.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52513103

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/05/20 at 7:32 am

https://i.redd.it/7jmfjs93bns41.jpg

Supermarkets will start putting these out in parking lots where people should dispose their PPE's properly or risk a fine of up to $100 cause I see it a lot lately and people have been big pigs. 8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/20 at 7:35 am


https://i.redd.it/7jmfjs93bns41.jpg

Supermarkets will start putting these out in parking lots where people should dispose their PPE's properly or risk a fine of up to $100 cause I see it a lot lately and people have been big pigs. 8-P
Happens over here too! It is disgraceful.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Virgin Atlantic to cut 3,000 jobs and quit Gatwick

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/20 at 8:14 am

Virgin Atlantic has announced it is to cut about 3,000 jobs in the UK and end its operation at Gatwick airport. The shock announcement comes after rival British Airways said it could not rule out closing its Gatwick operation. Pilots' union Balpa described it as "devastating". Many airlines have been struggling as the coronavirus pandemic has brought global travel to a virtual standstill. The airline currently employs a total of about 10,000 people. It says that the jobs will be lost across the board.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52542038

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Couple fined after driving 60 miles to 'smell the sea'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/20 at 8:20 am

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A couple from West Yorkshire who drove more than 60 miles (100km) so they could "smell the sea" have been fined for flouting coronavirus lockdown restrictions. hitby Neighbourhood Policing Team said the couple were stopped on Monday evening after driving from Boston Spa, near Leeds, to the North Yorkshire coast. Writing on Facebook the force said: "This is not a reasonable excuse to travel into our area and they were told to return home immediately." It comes a day after two bikers rode from Rochdale to Whitby on a 200-mile round trip to buy fish and chips. Police said they'll continue to work hard with residents to keep the town safe.

Subject: Coronavirus: The countries with rising - and falling - daily death tolls

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/20 at 8:22 am

While many countries are starting to see drops in the number of coronavirus deaths per day, the death tolls are still on the rise in plenty of places including Brazil, Russia, Mexico and Peru.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/5/5/8674da1a-f123-4c14-a362-c02bf31eb678.png

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 693 more deaths in the UK as total hits 29,427

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/20 at 11:07 am

A further 693 coronavirus deaths have been recorded across the UK, taking the total to 29,427, Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab says.

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Subject: Coronavirus by air: The spread of Covid-19 in the Middle East

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/20 at 12:06 pm

An investigation by BBC News Arabic has analysed flight tracking data and open source footage which shows how Iran's largest airline - Mahan Air - continued to fly while government flight bans were in place, and contributed to the spread of Covid-19 in the Middle East. Mahan Air ran hundreds of flights to and from Iran, Iraq, the United Arab Emirates and Syria between late January and the end of March. All these countries gave Mahan Air permission to land. And they did so while their own bans on routine flights from Iran were in place. Sources within the airline told the BBC that dozens of Mahan Air’s cabin crew were showing symptoms of Covid-19 and that when staff tried to raise concerns about the airline’s management of the crisis and provision of safety equipment, they were silenced. Mahan Air is sanctioned by the US for its links to the powerful Iranian Revolutionary Guard.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/world-middle-east-52537663/coronavirus-by-air-the-spread-of-covid-19-in-the-middle-east

There is a video on this webpage, I hope it works abroad.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Baseball starts in South Korea - without fans

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/20 at 1:16 pm

South Korea's baseball league started on Tuesday in front of no fans. It is one of the world's biggest sport leagues to return during the coronavirus pandemic. The country's football league kicks off on Friday. Players and coaches were checked for fever on their way into the grounds. Umpires and some coaches wore masks and players could not high five team-mates without gloves. Cheerleaders were still active - although to empty stands. Some pictures of fans were placed in seats. The league will be suspended for three weeks if any player catches coronavirus.

Subject: Coronavirus: UK Adviser quits government role after 'undermining' lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 1:50 am

Prof Neil Ferguson has quit as a government adviser on coronavirus after admitting an "error of judgement". Prof Ferguson, whose advice to the prime minister led to the UK lockdown, said he regretted "undermining" the messages on social distancing. It follows a Daily Telegraph story that a woman, said to be his "married lover", visited his home in lockdown. His modelling of the virus's transmission suggested 250,000 people could die without drastic action. This led Prime Minister Boris Johnson to announce on 23 March that he was imposing widespread curbs on daily life aimed at stopping the spread of the virus. Under those measures, partners who do not live together were no longer allowed to see each other.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52553229

Subject: Coronavirus: UK death toll passes Italy to be highest in Europe

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 2:04 am

The UK now has the highest number of coronavirus deaths in Europe, according to the latest government figures. There have been 29,427 deaths recorded across the UK - a figure Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said was "a massive tragedy". The latest total for Italy, previously the highest in Europe, now stands at 29,315. But experts say it could be months before full global comparisons can be made.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52549860

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): First Hubei students return to school

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 2:38 am

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The first batches of students are returning to school in China's Hubei province, which was the epicentre of the country's outbreak. Grades 12 and 9 students who have big exams coming up in the summer will be the first to head back to school. For the older batch it will the infamous gaokao exam they're prepping for which will determine what university they can get into. Most grade 12 students in other parts of China already returned to school in March. All of the Hubei students had to do a coronavirus test before returning to school and there will be measures to ensure social distancing like partitions in the school canteen, state media report.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Laos reports no virus cases for 3 weeks

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 2:43 am

Laos has confirmed no new virus cases for 23 consecutive days, its deputy health minister Phouthone Meaungpak said, according to a report by The Star. There have only been 19 confirmed cases and zero deaths in Laos so far, of the 2,223 people who have been tested. But though the number of cases are low, it might not be an accurate reflection of what's happening on the ground. The country has over seven million people - which means only a tiny fraction of the population has been tested. Despite this, the country is cautiously reopening. Restaurants, hotels and coffee shops were among the places that were allowed to open from Monday, with safe-distancing measures in place. However, places like bars, cinemas, night markets and casinos will remain closed.

Subject: Coronavirus: India prepares massive mission to rescue stranded citizens

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 2:58 am

India is preparing one of the largest evacuation exercises in recent years. It plans to operate 64 flights from 7 to 13 May to bring home thousands of its citizens stranded abroad due to Covid-19 lockdowns. In the first week of this mammoth exercise, dubbed the Vande Bharat Mission, the flights will be sent to 12 countries and bring back nearly 15,000 Indians, civil aviation minister Hardeep Puri said in a press conference on Tuesday. The countries include the US, the UK, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Qatar and Malaysia, reported local media. But Indians wanting to return will be expected to pay for their tickets (the prices will vary based on the port of departure) and will only be able to board if they're not showing any symptoms for the virus. They will also be subject to extensive screening when they return as well as be quarantined. The country's naval fleet of warships is also taking part. Earlier this week, three ships went to the Maldives and the UAE to rescue stranded Indians. Eventually, about 200,000 Indians will be brought back, reported local media. If successful, this would become one of the world's largest evacuation exercises since 1990, when India rescued 170,000 civilians from Kuwait during the Gulf War.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Shanghai Disneyland set to reopen

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 3:29 am

Disney is set to reopen its Shanghai Disneyland park on 11 May, as most of China begins getting back on track. The number of guests allowed into the park, however, will be limited and social distancing measures will be enforced on rides and in restaurants. Guests and employees will be required to wear masks, their temperatures will be screened and lines will be set up. These plans provide a glimpse into how the rest of Disney's parks could reopen once worldwide restrictions ease. Disney estimates that it has lost over $1 billion in profits due to the outbreak, with most of this due to closed theme parks.

Subject: Is the coronavirus mutating?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 3:44 am

Is coronavirus mutating to become weaker, or more contagious, or is it too soon to tell? All three interpretations are news stories doing the rounds. The coronavirus is certainly mutating - viruses do it all the time. The issue is most of those changes will not alter the behaviour of the virus at all. So far scientists have analysed the genetic code of the virus, but have not then tested whether they are meaningful in the laboratory. “I love genomes, but there is only so much they can say,” said Dr Lucy Van Dorp, whose research at UCL has identified nearly 200 mutations that seem to be regularly occurring in the coronavirus. A mutation to the critical “spike protein” that the virus uses as a key to get inside our body’s cells is attracting significant attention. The mutation is widespread – that could be because it is making the virus more contagious or it could be random chance. “At the moment we have no biology whatsoever, it’s a very interesting observation that is worthwhile following up, but at the moment it is no more than that,” Prof Jonathan Ball from the University of Nottingham told me. Understanding mutation is vital. It will tell us if the coronavirus is becoming more or less of a threat, if immunity will last, and inform vaccine and drug research.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Spain daily deaths rise as PM seeks emergency extension

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 5:45 am

Spain's death toll rose by 244 in the last 24 hours, the first time since Saturday the number has risen above 200. In total there have been 25,857 confirmed deaths from the virus, and the country has confirmed 220,325 cases - a rise of 996 compared to Tuesday. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is asking parliament to extend the state of emergency for a few more weeks, telling lawmakers on Wednesday that "the goal is near" but "we are not there yet".

Subject: Coronavirus: Can compare the UK with Italy?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 6:08 am

The UK has now overtaken Italy to have the highest number of officially recorded coronavirus deaths in Europe. The figures - announced by both governments daily - show a total of 29,427 deaths in the UK and 29,315 in Italy. But can you make a fair comparison between the two countries? There are challenges around doing this at the moment and here are some of the factors to take into account.

You can read more about the challenges here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/52530918

Subject: Coronavirus: Boris Johnson promises 200,000 tests by end of May

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 7:24 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has pledged to reach 200,000 tests for coronavirus a day by the end of May. The government announced it had hit its target of 100,000 tests on Friday, but that number has since fallen back. Speaking at Prime Minister's Questions, Mr Johnson said "capacity currently exceeds demand" and the government was taking steps to address that. He said his "ambition" was to hit 200,000 tests "by the end of this month - and then go even higher".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52547869

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Virus claim man who coughed at PC is jailed

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 7:42 am

Christopher Plumb, 54, admitted assault by beating, criminal damage and assault on an emergency worker at Blackpool Magistrates Court. Lancashire Police said Plumb, of no fixed address, was arrested on Saturday after a domestic incident at an address in Cross Street, Blackpool. He was jailed for 16 weeks and given a restraining order. Police said Plumb deliberately coughed in police officer's face while in custody.

Subject: Coronavirus: UK Adviser quits government role after 'undermining' lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 7:45 am


Prof Neil Ferguson has quit as a government adviser on coronavirus after admitting an "error of judgement". Prof Ferguson, whose advice to the prime minister led to the UK lockdown, said he regretted "undermining" the messages on social distancing. It follows a Daily Telegraph story that a woman, said to be his "married lover", visited his home in lockdown. His modelling of the virus's transmission suggested 250,000 people could die without drastic action. This led Prime Minister Boris Johnson to announce on 23 March that he was imposing widespread curbs on daily life aimed at stopping the spread of the virus. Under those measures, partners who do not live together were no longer allowed to see each other.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52553229

Scotland Yard has said it would not take action against Prof Neil Ferguson, the government scientist who has quit after it was revealed by the Telegraph that he had breached lockdown restrictions.

Subject: Penguin chicks born at Chester Zoo named in tribute to NHS workers

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 9:19 am

Penguin chicks born at Chester Zoo named in tribute to NHS workers

http://www.inthe00s.com/index.php?topic=61513.0

Subject: Coronavirus: Heathrow trialling passenger temperature checks

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 10:04 am

The boss of Heathrow Airport has told MPs that it is trialling large-scale temperature checks as the aviation industry struggles with coronavirus. He said they are already being carried out at departure gates on people going to places where this is a requirement. John Holland-Kaye urged the government to produce a plan on what common standards airports should adopt. "If you want to get the UK economy started again, you have to get the aviation sector started again." Mr Holland-Kaye said the introduction of common standards would allow airlines to start flying again more frequently. Thousands of flights have been cancelled due to coronavirus-related travel restrictions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52558759

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 331 more deaths in hospitals in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 10:11 am

Another 331 people have died in hospitals in England with Covid-19. The figures released by the NHS this afternoon do not include those who have died in care homes, although the UK-wide figures that to be reported by the government will.

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According to the data published daily by NHS England, today's figure is lower than last Wednesday, when 445 hospital deaths were announced and the Wednesday before, when there were 665. Of the 331 deaths reported today, more than 90 died over a week ago including 16 who died in March.

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Subject: Coronavirus: Germany reopens shops as lockdown is relaxed

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 10:35 am

Chancellor Angela Merkel has agreed to reopen all shops as part of a deal with the leaders of Germany's 16 states to ease restrictions on society. General contact rules will continue for another month. Schools will reopen gradually this term and Bundesliga football has been given the green light to restart. The states have agreed to take control of timing the reopening. They will operate an "emergency brake" if there is a new surge in infections. A limited resumption has already begun, but this easing of restrictions is far broader. Two households will be able to meet and eat together under the easing of restrictions, and elderly people in nursing homes and facilities for the disabled will be able to have visits from one specific person.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-52557718

Subject: Coronavirus: UK becomes first country in Europe to pass 30,000 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/20 at 12:06 pm

The UK has become the first country in Europe to pass 30,000 coronavirus deaths, according to the latest government figures. A total of 30,076 people have now died in hospitals, care homes and the wider community after testing positive for the virus, up by 649 from Tuesday. Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick said they were "heartbreaking losses". On Tuesday, the number of deaths recorded in the UK passed Italy's total, becoming the highest in Europe. The latest total for Italy, which also records deaths of those who have tested positive for the virus, stands at 29,684. The UK now has the second-highest number of recorded coronavirus deaths in the world, second only to the United States which has more than 70,000.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52564183

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Subject: Re: Coronavirus: UK becomes first country in Europe to pass 30,000 deaths

Written By: 2001 on 05/06/20 at 5:05 pm


The UK has become the first country in Europe to pass 30,000 coronavirus deaths, according to the latest government figures. A total of 30,076 people have now died in hospitals, care homes and the wider community after testing positive for the virus, up by 649 from Tuesday. Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick said they were "heartbreaking losses". On Tuesday, the number of deaths recorded in the UK passed Italy's total, becoming the highest in Europe. The latest total for Italy, which also records deaths of those who have tested positive for the virus, stands at 29,684. The UK now has the second-highest number of recorded coronavirus deaths in the world, second only to the United States which has more than 70,000.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52564183

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 2:56 am


Awful  :\'(
If some of the lockdown restrictions are lifted on Monday, I am still staying at home, being precarious. 

Subject: Coronavirus PPE: Gowns ordered from Turkey fail to meet safety standards

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 2:58 am

Some 400,000 surgical gowns ordered from Turkey do not meet British safety standards, the UK government has said. Up to half of the personal protective equipment (PPE) order was flown to the UK by the RAF last month, but has not been given to NHS workers and is now stuck in a warehouse. It is not clear if the government will seek a refund from the suppliers. The Department of Health said it was working "night and day to source PPE".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52569364

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 3:05 am


Some 400,000 surgical gowns ordered from Turkey do not meet British safety standards, the UK government has said. Up to half of the personal protective equipment (PPE) order was flown to the UK by the RAF last month, but has not been given to NHS workers and is now stuck in a warehouse. It is not clear if the government will seek a refund from the suppliers. The Department of Health said it was working "night and day to source PPE".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52569364
Can we ask for our money back on faulty goods?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London Zoo faces 'perilous future'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 5:26 am

London Zoo and its conservation work face an "uncertain future" without immediate support, the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) has warned. ZSL London Zoo and its sister site Whipsnade Zoo, in Bedfordshire, have been closed to visitors since 20 March due to the coronavirus lockdown. This has come at what is usually a peak time, when they would have expected 250,000 visitors, ZSL said. The charity's core income has dried up while costs for staff remain the same. London Zoo has only ever shut for any length of time once before, for two weeks during the Blitz, before it reopened at the request of the government to boost morale in the capital.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus PPE: Gowns ordered from Turkey fail to meet safety standards

Written By: karen on 05/07/20 at 5:47 am


Some 400,000 surgical gowns ordered from Turkey do not meet British safety standards, the UK government has said. Up to half of the personal protective equipment (PPE) order was flown to the UK by the RAF last month, but has not been given to NHS workers and is now stuck in a warehouse. It is not clear if the government will seek a refund from the suppliers. The Department of Health said it was working "night and day to source PPE".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52569364


Give it to the care workers or others. Something has got to be better than nothing, hasn’t it?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 5:51 am


Give it to the care workers or others. Something has got to be better than nothing, hasn’t it?
Exactly, the PPE will be useful elsewhere.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK PM to make Sunday evening address

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 6:34 am

Boris Johnson will deliver a public statement at 19:00 on Sunday on the "route out of lockdown", our political editor Laura Kuenssberg reports. The statement is expected to give the UK a sense of what happens next, with some changes expected to come in on Monday. Ministers will decide what they want to do at a cabinet meeting today.

Subject: Coronavirus: Black people in UK 'twice as likely to die' from Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 6:37 am

Black men and women are nearly twice as likely to die with Covid-19 as their white counterparts, according to new analysis from the Office for National Statistics. The analysis combines data on Covid-19 deaths with information on ethnicity from the 2011 Census. It takes account of age, where people live and some measures of deprivation, disadvantage and health. After adjusting for all these factors, black men and women were 90% more likely to die with Covid-19 than white people. Men and women from Indian, Bangladeshi and Pakistani communities were also at higher risk than white people, though not by as much with the data showing their increased risk was between 30- 80%. But an analysis based on the census data cannot fully explain the reasons for the higher risk because it does not take into account people’s current health, if they are in more crowded living conditions, are exposed to the virus through front-line roles - or other differences between communities that can increase risk.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): British Airways owner hopes to revive flights in July

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 7:04 am

British Airways owner IAG has said it is planning for a "meaningful return" of flights in July at the earliest if lockdown measures are relaxed. However, IAG - which also owns Iberia and Aer Lingus - said these plans were also "highly uncertain" and subject to various travel restrictions. IAG said it did not expect passenger demand, which has been hit by the pandemic, to recover before 2023. BA is set to cut up to 12,000 jobs due to the collapse in business as a consequence of the pandemic.

Subject: Lockdown must remain in place for now for Scotland

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 7:35 am

"We want to see data in the days ahead that confirms a very clear downward trend," says the First Minister Nicola Sturgeon. She wants to see what the R Number looks in a week from now and if the NRS figures next week show another fall in the number of deaths. "We have concluded that the lockdown and the associated regulations must remain in place for now." She points out the Scottish government can make changes before the next legal review in three weeks time. The first minister points out: "I am as anxious as anyone to restore some degree of normality to our lives as soon as possible and to reduce the harm we know the lockdown is doing."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/07/20 at 8:08 am


Happens over here too! It is disgraceful.



I wish people would know where the garbage can is, there are separate cans for that one for PPE and one for regular disposal.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 8:43 am

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Subject: Coronavirus: Boris Johnson urges 'caution' on lockdown easing

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 11:56 am

The PM says the government will proceed with "maximum caution" when considering easing coronavirus restrictions, as Scotland extended its lockdown. It comes as the Welsh government described media reports speculating how Boris Johnson might ease lockdown measures as "confusing". Some newspapers suggested the rules on exercise could be relaxed and more people encouraged to return to work. Mr Johnson will announce lockdown plans for England on Sunday at 19:00 BST. By law, the government must review the restrictions every three weeks, and Thursday marks the latest deadline. Although the lockdown - first announced on 23 March - will largely stay in place, the "stay at home" message is expected to be scrapped and it is likely more outdoor activities will be permitted. The latest figures show the total number of people who have died in hospitals, care homes and the wider community in the UK after testing positive for coronavirus is 30,615 - a daily increase of 539.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52568698

Subject: Coronavirus: Notting Hill Carnival cancelled due to Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 1:28 pm

Notting Hill Carnival has been cancelled due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. About one million people usually attend the event in west London, which was due to take place on 30 and 31 August. Organisers said the pandemic meant that calling off the weekend was "the only safe option", but said they were working on holding a celebration on the same weekend in an alternative form. It is the first time it will not take place in more than 50 years.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-52577957

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Death toll rises by 539 in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 1:35 pm

The UK coronavirus death toll has now reached 30,615 after a further 539 people died having testing positive. In the 24 hours up to 9am on 7 May, there were 86,583 tests in the UK - up by more than 17,000 on the previous day – although it was the fifth day running that testing was below the government’s 100,000 target. After reaching the target by 30 April and again on 1 May the number has again been below the mark. A total of more than 1.5 mllion tests have now been carried out.

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Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Notting Hill Carnival cancelled due to Covid-19

Written By: nally on 05/07/20 at 1:42 pm


Notting Hill Carnival has been cancelled due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. About one million people usually attend the event in west London, which was due to take place on 30 and 31 August. Organisers said the pandemic meant that calling off the weekend was "the only safe option", but said they were working on holding a celebration on the same weekend in an alternative form. It is the first time it will not take place in more than 50 years.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-52577957


Similarly, various County Fairs in California have also been cancelled because of this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 05/07/20 at 2:23 pm

A question for all:

How do you think your leaders (presidents/prime ministers, governors, mayors, etc.) are handling this crisis?

For me, the president isn't handling it and I just wish that he would go away-we would be better off without him. As for our governor, I have to say, even though I did not vote him, I give him high marks. I am seriously thinking of voting for him in Nov. (even though I really like his opponent.) Our town manager (we don't have a mayor*) is doing what he can to keep people's spirits up. Kudos to him, too.

Actually, we do have an animal mayor. Last year it was a goat and this year it is a dog. It is to raise funds for our playground. Our town was even mentioned on Stephen Cobert about it.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 2:27 pm


A question for all:

How do you think your leaders (presidents/prime ministers, governors, mayors, etc.) are handling this crisis?

For me, the president isn't handling it and I just wish that he would go away-we would be better off without him. As for our governor, I have to say, even though I did not vote him, I give him high marks. I am seriously thinking of voting for him in Nov. (even though I really like his opponent.) Our town manager (we don't have a mayor*) is doing what he can to keep people's spirits up. Kudos to him, too.

Actually, we do have an animal mayor. Last year it was a goat and this year it is a dog. It is to raise funds for our playground. Our town was even mentioned on Stephen Cobert about it.


Cat
I feel that the UK Government started the lockdown too late, hence the high number of the fatalities, it was know what could could happen a few weeks before the eventual start of shutdown, especially learning from events in other countries. I fear that if the lockdown is eased in any from next Monday, there will be a second peak.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/07/20 at 2:31 pm


A question for all:

How do you think your leaders (presidents/prime ministers, governors, mayors, etc.) are handling this crisis?

For me, the president isn't handling it and I just wish that he would go away-we would be better off without him. As for our governor, I have to say, even though I did not vote him, I give him high marks. I am seriously thinking of voting for him in Nov. (even though I really like his opponent.) Our town manager (we don't have a mayor*) is doing what he can to keep people's spirits up. Kudos to him, too.

Actually, we do have an animal mayor. Last year it was a goat and this year it is a dog. It is to raise funds for our playground. Our town was even mentioned on Stephen Cobert about it.


Cat


I think Our governor Mario Cuomo is doing his best in trying to keep us New Yorkers as calm as possible during this pandemic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 05/07/20 at 2:34 pm


A question for all:

How do you think your leaders (presidents/prime ministers, governors, mayors, etc.) are handling this crisis?

For me, the president isn't handling it and I just wish that he would go away-we would be better off without him. As for our governor, I have to say, even though I did not vote him, I give him high marks. I am seriously thinking of voting for him in Nov. (even though I really like his opponent.) Our town manager (we don't have a mayor*) is doing what he can to keep people's spirits up. Kudos to him, too.

Actually, we do have an animal mayor. Last year it was a goat and this year it is a dog. It is to raise funds for our playground. Our town was even mentioned on Stephen Cobert about it.


Cat

I think Our governor Mario Cuomo is doing his best in trying to keep us New Yorkers as calm as possible during this pandemic.

Similarly, I think California's governor Gavin Newsom is also doing his best to handle the situation. Of course some people out there are trying to protest his plans by defying the stay-at-home orders, but they don't realize that such orders are in place for the safety and well-being of the citizens.

And Cat, I totally agree that the Prez is not handling it at all and I agree that he should go away. (If another person were in office right now, they'd handle it properly.)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Northern Canadian regions refuse travellers

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/07/20 at 4:09 pm

More than 100 people have been refused entry into Canada's northern territories, according to CBC News. Yukon, Nunavut and the Northwest Territories all have policies in place banning most outsiders, except essential workers, returning residents and those with treaty rights. Some residents who have been refused entry have remained camped on the provincial border as they await the results of appeals, CBC reports.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/08/20 at 12:08 am

Michigan has extended the stay at home order for most of the month. But as before it’s not solving the main thing that keeps the virus spreading. As you are still allowed to leave the state, come into the state, and travel between your multiple houses. If you’ve got money to have multiple houses then you’re free, the rest of us can’t do much of anything. Campgrounds are closed until mid June at least. I guess one thing is the weather has been crap for the most part so I don’t feel like I’m missing much outside.

They did open up construction and manufacturing, provided they follow distancing measures. What my company has been doing all along because we build and service equipment for critical infrastructure.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The Times Newspaper headline today

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/20 at 2:59 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/5/8/fb5159e8-2d22-450c-b3ad-1fc2b161e86f.jpg

In prospect of the announcement from UK Prime Minister on Sunday, I hope he does.

Subject: Coronavirus: How they tried to curb Spanish flu pandemic in 1918

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/20 at 3:03 am

It is dangerous to draw too many parallels between coronavirus and the 1918 Spanish flu pandemic, that killed at least 50 million people around the world.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-52564371

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/986A/production/_112181093_gettyimages-592850496.jpg

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Russia's new cases top 10,000 for sixth day

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/20 at 3:45 am

Russia says it has recorded 10,699 new coronavirus infections, marking the sixth day with more than 10,000 positive tests. There are now 187,859 confirmed infections in the country. There were 98 more fatalities, taking the total to 1,723 deaths linked to Covid-19.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 05/08/20 at 4:51 am

I just wish the papers/other media would shut up about ending the lockdown in the U.K. They are the ones muddying the waters about the current situation, but they are blaming the government for giving out confusing signals.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/20 at 4:58 am


I just wish the papers/other media would shut up about ending the lockdown in the U.K. They are the ones muddying the waters about the current situation, but they are blaming the government for giving out confusing signals.
Exactly! One UK newspaper yesterday had the headline 'Happy Monday' for the prospect of the lockdown ending on next Monday, totally the wrong attitude for have, for how can any day be happy with the fatalities the UK (and the world) is suffering from.

Subject: Coronavirus: Lockdown remains in Wales but exercise rules eased

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/20 at 6:40 am

People will be able to exercise outside more than once a day in Wales, with some libraries, recycling centres and garden centres set to re-open too, First Minister Mark Drakeford has said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-52584690

Subject: Coronavirus: Facebook and Google allow work from home for rest of year

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/20 at 7:47 am

Facebook and Google have announced plans to reopen their offices but say they will let employees continue working from home for the rest of the year. Google originally said it would keep its work-from-home policy until 1 June, but is extending it for seven more months, while Facebook intends to reopen its offices on 6 July as lockdowns are gradually lifted. Google chief executive Sundar Pichai says employees who need to return to the office will be able to do so from July with enhanced safety measures in place, but those who can carry out their jobs from home can do so until the end of the year. The announcement coincides with Facebook's, as more companies start rolling out their post-lockdown strategies. "Facebook has taken the next step in its return-to-work philosophy. Today, we announced anyone who can do their work remotely can choose to do so through the end of the year," a spokesman said.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 05/08/20 at 7:58 am

Breaking: U.S. jobless rate spikes to 14.7%, the highest since the GREAT DEPRESSION: https://apnews.com/623da121a91a4951b3bcde201a46120d

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 05/08/20 at 8:16 am


Breaking: U.S. jobless rate spikes to 14.7%, the highest since the GREAT DEPRESSION: https://apnews.com/623da121a91a4951b3bcde201a46120d

Wow...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/20 at 8:34 am


Breaking: U.S. jobless rate spikes to 14.7%, the highest since the GREAT DEPRESSION: https://apnews.com/623da121a91a4951b3bcde201a46120d
Just two months ago, the unemployment rate was at 3.5%, a 50-year low.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52591262

Oh my!!

Subject: (Coronavirus: England, Wales and Northern Ireland report daily death tolls

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/20 at 9:57 am

The number of people who have died in hospitals in England after testing positive for coronavirus has risen by 332, according to NHS England - bringing the total to 22,765.

Of the new deaths announced on Friday:

58 occurred on 7 May
124 occurred on 6 May
41 occurred on 5 May

Meanwhile, there have been 28 more deaths in Wales, bringing the total there to 1,090. And there were five more deaths reported in Northern Ireland, taking the nation's total to 427. Public Health Wales publishes figures of daily deaths, mostly all from hospitals, which have all been confirmed as involving Covid-19 by laboratories. Northern Ireland's Department of Health figures are mostly focused on deaths in hospital settings.

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Subject: Coronavirus: 'Plandemic' conspiracy video marks evolution of misinformation

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/08/20 at 10:24 am

Scammers, pranksters and politicians have all been guilty of starting misleading rumours - but people passing themselves off as experts in videos like the so-called "Plandemic" video have become crucial to the spread of false claims. Documentary-style films promoting conspiracy theories are increasingly popular, and a marked evolution from the dodgy medical advice being forwarded on WhatsApp at the start of the pandemic. Slick production means videos often look credible initially, before promoting falsehoods. That makes them particularly dangerous. The videos often get a lot more attention than content from the trusted health bodies they work to undermine, and the controversial experts they feature have amassed their own fan bases. It's a game of cat-and-mouse for social media sites like YouTube, since the same item can be uploaded again and again by different users.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52588682

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/08/20 at 1:54 pm


Breaking: U.S. jobless rate spikes to 14.7%, the highest since the GREAT DEPRESSION: https://apnews.com/623da121a91a4951b3bcde201a46120d


This is awful, people need to make money.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/09/20 at 2:17 am

I don't think I've ever been more happy to see snow in May. Hopefully it keeps people indoors ;D

https://i.imgur.com/PWBYlEO.jpg

Dandelions covered in snow. Sorry for the bad pic quality, I took it middle of the night. :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/09/20 at 3:24 am

Earlier tonight I brought in my stuff that’s been out in the garage for a few days. Time seems to be the best way to prevent the virus. Took this picture of the cat tracks but I guess it is fitting here. This is just the start but some accumulation expected in the next couple days.

Hasn’t kept people home yet. Traffic is still nuts and gas is going back up quickly too.

I called it 2 months ago that this shutdown is going to lead to the next Great Depression. Still hoping I’m wrong but it’s not looking good. Mind you the actual numbers are much worse. They don’t include self employed or cash workers. Which covers most of the leisure economy that is shut down. And doesn’t cover people who haven’t yet made it through the backed up system.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 05/09/20 at 9:44 am


Earlier tonight I brought in my stuff that’s been out in the garage for a few days. Time seems to be the best way to prevent the virus. Took this picture of the cat tracks but I guess it is fitting here. This is just the start but some accumulation expected in the next couple days.

Hasn’t kept people home yet. Traffic is still nuts and gas is going back up quickly too.

I called it 2 months ago that this shutdown is going to lead to the next Great Depression. Still hoping I’m wrong but it’s not looking good. Mind you the actual numbers are much worse. They don’t include self employed or cash workers. Which covers most of the leisure economy that is shut down. And doesn’t cover people who haven’t yet made it through the backed up system.


Those are some tracks! I get the impression you live in a very rural area...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/09/20 at 11:53 am


Those are some tracks! I get the impression you live in a very rural area...


Yes just the way I like it. Nobody to tell me how to live. I get all sorts of animals in my yard. But this one cat comes across my deck many nights for years. I finally caught it on a game cam one night.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: mqg96 on 05/09/20 at 12:56 pm


A question for all:

How do you think your leaders (presidents/prime ministers, governors, mayors, etc.) are handling this crisis?

For me, the president isn't handling it and I just wish that he would go away-we would be better off without him. As for our governor, I have to say, even though I did not vote him, I give him high marks. I am seriously thinking of voting for him in Nov. (even though I really like his opponent.) Our town manager (we don't have a mayor*) is doing what he can to keep people's spirits up. Kudos to him, too.

Actually, we do have an animal mayor. Last year it was a goat and this year it is a dog. It is to raise funds for our playground. Our town was even mentioned on Stephen Cobert about it.


Cat


Georgia Governor, Brian Kemp, has been handling this pandemic awfully. Even worse than Trump. It’s unacceptable.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 05/09/20 at 1:07 pm


Earlier tonight I brought in my stuff that’s been out in the garage for a few days. Time seems to be the best way to prevent the virus. Took this picture of the cat tracks but I guess it is fitting here. This is just the start but some accumulation expected in the next couple days.

Hasn’t kept people home yet. Traffic is still nuts and gas is going back up quickly too.

I called it 2 months ago that this shutdown is going to lead to the next Great Depression. Still hoping I’m wrong but it’s not looking good. Mind you the actual numbers are much worse. They don’t include self employed or cash workers. Which covers most of the leisure economy that is shut down. And doesn’t cover people who haven’t yet made it through the backed up system.


The economic recovery from this crisis will probably take decades to fix. 30 million+ people (including myself and my dad) are now unemployed due to this, and if we have a second wave in the U.S. that's deadlier, it could even further damage the economy. So I'm very worried as well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/09/20 at 2:56 pm

The store manager booted some customer out the store for not wearing a face mask this morning, some people just don't understand how serious this is.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/09/20 at 2:58 pm


I don't think I've ever been more happy to see snow in May. Hopefully it keeps people indoors ;D

https://i.imgur.com/PWBYlEO.jpg

Dandelions covered in snow. Sorry for the bad pic quality, I took it middle of the night. :P


Too late for snow.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 05/09/20 at 3:13 pm


Georgia Governor, Brian Kemp, has been handling this pandemic awfully. Even worse than Trump. It’s unacceptable.

Teens in your state don't even have to take a drivers test to get their liscence right now. LMFAO good luck.  ;D And I thought New Jersey was bad.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 7:08 am


Teens in your state don't even have to take a drivers test to get their liscence right now. LMFAO good luck.  ;D And I thought New Jersey was bad.
...but test will be needed to be taken when this situation is over?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 7:10 am


I don't think I've ever been more happy to see snow in May. Hopefully it keeps people indoors ;D


Dandelions covered in snow. Sorry for the bad pic quality, I took it middle of the night. :P
We could do with snow here, and as you say ' it keeps people indoors'.

Subject: Coronavirus: 'Stay alert' advice defended by communities secretary

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 7:23 am

Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick has defended the government's change in messaging from "stay at home" to "stay alert" ahead of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's lockdown speech later. The PM has unveiled a new slogan for England, telling the public to "stay alert, control the virus, save lives". Shadow health secretary Jonathan Ashworth warned that people would be "puzzled" by the change. Mr Jenrick said it was the right time to "update and broaden" the message. The "stay at home" advice will remain in place in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Appearing on the BBC's Andrew Marr Show, Mr Jenrick said: "Stay alert will mean stay alert by staying home as much as possible, but stay alert when you do go out by maintaining social distancing, washing your hands, respecting others in the workplace and the other settings that you'll go to."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 7:27 am


Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick has defended the government's change in messaging from "stay at home" to "stay alert" ahead of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's lockdown speech later. The PM has unveiled a new slogan for England, telling the public to "stay alert, control the virus, save lives". Shadow health secretary Jonathan Ashworth warned that people would be "puzzled" by the change. Mr Jenrick said it was the right time to "update and broaden" the message. The "stay at home" advice will remain in place in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Appearing on the BBC's Andrew Marr Show, Mr Jenrick said: "Stay alert will mean stay alert by staying home as much as possible, but stay alert when you do go out by maintaining social distancing, washing your hands, respecting others in the workplace and the other settings that you'll go to."
Whatever advice is given tonight for the British public, I am still staying safely at home.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/10/20 at 7:33 am


We could do with snow here, and as you say ' it keeps people indoors'.


A little bit of snow, yes. A bunch of snow and then the snowmobilers come out in large groups, commonly going from bar to bar.  Skiers, ice fishers, ice skaters....  This just happened to strike at the end of a mild winter and before a busy summer and fall. The dead time in northern Michigan, no pun intended. Both economically and physically. Not enough snow for winter stuff but too cold for summer stuff, and a lot of places were closed anyway.  May 1 is when things usually open for the short summer season and businesses do what they can to make bank to get them through winter.  They’re worried.  Also any sooner or any later and people’s arrangements for snow removal or grass cutting would be hampered.  Construction, gardening, there’s such a short window to get everything done.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 8:00 am


A little bit of snow, yes. A bunch of snow and then the snowmobilers come out in large groups, commonly going from bar to bar.  Skiers, ice fishers, ice skaters....  This just happened to strike at the end of a mild winter and before a busy summer and fall. The dead time in northern Michigan, no pun intended. Both economically and physically. Not enough snow for winter stuff but too cold for summer stuff, and a lot of places were closed anyway.  May 1 is when things usually open for the short summer season and businesses do what they can to make bank to get them through winter.  They’re worried.  Also any sooner or any later and people’s arrangements for snow removal or grass cutting would be hampered.  Construction, gardening, there’s such a short window to get everything done.
All in all, take good care out there.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Churches may not be back to normal by end of year

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 8:01 am

Social distancing will be impossible in some places of worship if government ministers allow them to reopen, religious leaders have warned. The Anglican Bishop of London, the Rt Rev Sarah Mullally, said churches might not return to normal services before the end of the year. Mosques, churches and temples in the UK have been closed for almost two months. The prime minister is due to make a statement about the lockdown restrictions later today.

Subject: (Covid-19::Scotland's First Minister: Rules in Scotland 'have not change'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 9:37 am

Scotland's First Minister has asked the UK government not to deploy its new "stay alert" messaging in her country, saying people should "stay at home full stop". Nicola Sturgeon announced a minor change to lockdown measures - namely removing the limit to exercising once a day - but said they "mustn't squander the progress" by "easing up too soon" or sending out "mixed messages". Asked about the new government messaging, she said she didn't "understand what stay alert means". She confirmed she had taken part in a COBR emergency meeting with Boris Johnson this afternoon, and said that we may hear the PM "announce other immediate changes" in his speech tonight. "But for the avoidance of doubt, let me be clear, rules here have not changed ," she added.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 9:45 am


Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick has defended the government's change in messaging from "stay at home" to "stay alert" ahead of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's lockdown speech later. The PM has unveiled a new slogan for England, telling the public to "stay alert, control the virus, save lives". Shadow health secretary Jonathan Ashworth warned that people would be "puzzled" by the change. Mr Jenrick said it was the right time to "update and broaden" the message. The "stay at home" advice will remain in place in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Appearing on the BBC's Andrew Marr Show, Mr Jenrick said: "Stay alert will mean stay alert by staying home as much as possible, but stay alert when you do go out by maintaining social distancing, washing your hands, respecting others in the workplace and the other settings that you'll go to."
Will Boris Johnson reopen barber shops?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 05/10/20 at 10:30 am

It feels like the lockdown is slowly but surely breaking down here regardless of what the government say - police in London said yesterday that they are ‘losing control’ of the situation as parks and markets were rammed. Today is cooler but warm weather is set to return later next week.

The change in messaging from the government to me seems like an admission that they have no control over the situation, and that people will ultimately do what they want anyway.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 10:33 am


It feels like the lockdown is slowly but surely breaking down here regardless of what the government say - police in London said yesterday that they are ‘losing control’ of the situation.

The change in messaging from the government to me seems like an admission that they have no control over the situation, and that people will ultimately do what they want.
We walk through a London park yesterday, there were lots of people in the sun, exercising, getting fresh air, some were sunbathing, but saw no picnics. With the change in the weather today, it's cloudy and freezing, I would like to see how many are out in the park today.

Some people just do not realize how serious the conoravirus is.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 05/10/20 at 10:36 am


We walk through a London park yesterday, there were lots of people in the sun, exercising, getting fresh air, some were sunbathing, but saw no picnics. With the change in the weather today, it's cloudy and freezing, I would like to see how many are out in the park today.

I live near a large park and it was really busy yesterday. Traffic was almost back to normal levels. It was 24°C and sunny, with a thunderstorm around 8pm.

Today is only 10°C, not many people out right now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 10:38 am


I live near a large park and it was really busy yesterday. Traffic was almost back to normal levels. It was 24°C and sunny, with a thunderstorm around 8pm.

Today is only 10°C, not many people out right now.
Now all alert by being safe by staying indoors?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK misses testing target for eighth day in row

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 11:29 am

The UK government has failed to meet its target of 100,000 daily tests for the eighth day in a row. The Department of Health and Social Care says 92,837 tests were provided in the 24 hours to 09:00 BST on Sunday - down from 96,878 the day before. It has only met the target twice. Earlier, the government admitted sending about 50,000 coronavirus tests to the US last week for processing after "operational issues" in UK labs.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 12:57 pm


Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick has defended the government's change in messaging from "stay at home" to "stay alert" ahead of Prime Minister Boris Johnson's lockdown speech later. The PM has unveiled a new slogan for England, telling the public to "stay alert, control the virus, save lives". Shadow health secretary Jonathan Ashworth warned that people would be "puzzled" by the change. Mr Jenrick said it was the right time to "update and broaden" the message. The "stay at home" advice will remain in place in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Appearing on the BBC's Andrew Marr Show, Mr Jenrick said: "Stay alert will mean stay alert by staying home as much as possible, but stay alert when you do go out by maintaining social distancing, washing your hands, respecting others in the workplace and the other settings that you'll go to."
The Boris Johnson address to the nation, may be live on television, but it has been prerecorded.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris Johnson's statement to the nation

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 2:00 pm

This evening, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has given his statement on the roadmap for the future of lockdown in England.

So what did he announce?


A new Covid Alert System will track the virus in England
The PM says it is "not the time to simply end the lockdown this week"
People should now be "actively encouraged" to go to work if they cannot work from home, but they should avoid public transport
From Wednesday, people in England can take "unlimited exercise", including sitting in your local park or driving to destinations for exercise
Schools could return on 1 June, with primary schools opening first, but that date is the "earliest" it could happen
Parts of the hospitality industry and more shops could open from July, dependent on the data
People coming to the country by air will be put in quarantine
Johnson says he “will not hesitate to put on the brakes” if there are further outbreaks of the virus





Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/20 at 2:01 pm


This evening, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has given his statement on the roadmap for the future of lockdown in England.

So what did he announce?


A new Covid Alert System will track the virus in England
The PM says it is "not the time to simply end the lockdown this week"
People should now be "actively encouraged" to go to work if they cannot work from home, but they should avoid public transport
From Wednesday, people in England can take "unlimited exercise", including sitting in your local park or driving to destinations for exercise
Schools could return on 1 June, with primary schools opening first, but that date is the "earliest" it could happen
Parts of the hospitality industry and more shops could open from July, dependent on the data
People coming to the country by air will be put in quarantine
Johnson says he “will not hesitate to put on the brakes” if there are further outbreaks of the virus

My exercising is limited in the first place, and I am staying at home!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest from South Asia

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 1:56 am

Bangladesh woke up to its highest daily number of infections (884) and deaths (14) on Monday as its Covid-19 tally reportedly breached the 14,000 mark

Pakistan will begin plasma therapy trials, which involves transfusing antibody-rich blood into infected patients. The country has reported more than 30,000 cases and 667 deaths

Sri Lanka, which has more than 800 cases, will begin easing lockdown restrictions on Monday. Government and private business can restart with a limited number of staff

Nepal added 10 new infections on Monday, which means the Himalayan country now has 120 Covid-19 cases

Subject: Covid-19: Mayors urge people to stay at home and avoid public transport

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 3:45 am

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has urged people to continue staying at home and not to use public transport after the government's announcement of changes to lockdown measures. He told BBC Breakfast there had been a 10% increase in the use of the London Underground on Monday, compared with the same time last week, but said the figures were still 94% down on last year. "The key message from the prime minister last night and me today is do not use public transport - public transport is there for essential workers," he said. Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham echoed his words. "We have certainly seen more people out and about over the weekend, and this is my concern. It feels premature to me to make what are quite substantial changes this morning," he said. He urged people in the North West to be "very cautious" and take time before making major changes as "we are in a different position to London".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 4:01 am


This evening, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has given his statement on the roadmap for the future of lockdown in England.

So what did he announce?


A new Covid Alert System will track the virus in England
The PM says it is "not the time to simply end the lockdown this week"
People should now be "actively encouraged" to go to work if they cannot work from home, but they should avoid public transport
From Wednesday, people in England can take "unlimited exercise", including sitting in your local park or driving to destinations for exercise
Schools could return on 1 June, with primary schools opening first, but that date is the "earliest" it could happen
Parts of the hospitality industry and more shops could open from July, dependent on the data
People coming to the country by air will be put in quarantine
Johnson says he “will not hesitate to put on the brakes” if there are further outbreaks of the virus

Now summed up as "use your common sense".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/11/20 at 4:07 am


We could do with snow here, and as you say ' it keeps people indoors'.


And it's hard to stay indoors, it's bad for the immune system.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/11/20 at 4:08 am


Will Boris Johnson reopen barber shops?


I need a haircut.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 4:12 am


And it's hard to stay indoors, it's bad for the immune system.
I feel that my immune system is good and high dye to my situation, and I have to stay indoors.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 4:18 am


I need a haircut.
So do I.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/11/20 at 4:32 am


So do I.


It's been a month.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 4:32 am


It's been a month.
Two to the day for me.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/11/20 at 4:35 am

I think I've seen it snow once, maybe twice, in May, but I think this is the first time I've seen it snow for three days in May. If it was any other year I would have been FURIOUS, but in this special year I am okay with it. :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest from South Asia

Written By: 2001 on 05/11/20 at 4:48 am


Bangladesh woke up to its highest daily number of infections (884) and deaths (14) on Monday as its Covid-19 tally reportedly breached the 14,000 mark

Pakistan will begin plasma therapy trials, which involves transfusing antibody-rich blood into infected patients. The country has reported more than 30,000 cases and 667 deaths

Sri Lanka, which has more than 800 cases, will begin easing lockdown restrictions on Monday. Government and private business can restart with a limited number of staff

Nepal added 10 new infections on Monday, which means the Himalayan country now has 120 Covid-19 cases


The number of cases continue to climb in India too as it increases its testing capacity. But it is highly regional. Maharashtra (the state with Mumbai) is like the New York of India. Kerela in the south however appears to have contained COVID-19 with just 30 active cases left. It is being compared to Vietnam, Taiwan etc. for having evaded a COVID-19 outbreak altogether thanks to good contact tracing.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 05/11/20 at 5:06 am


I think I've seen it snow once, maybe twice, in May, but I think this is the first time I've seen it snow for three days in May. If it was any other year I would have been FURIOUS, but in this special year I am okay with it. :D

I remember it snowing on April 29th a few years ago, that’s as close to snow in May that I’ve ever seen.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 5:22 am


I remember it snowing on April 29th a few years ago, that’s as close to snow in May that I’ve ever seen.
I have seen it snow on May 2nd, but that was many years ago.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/11/20 at 5:43 am


I remember it snowing on April 29th a few years ago, that’s as close to snow in May that I’ve ever seen.


It's the view outside my house. Hard to believe it's May 11th! People were all "It's spring, I don't care about no lockdown!", but Mother Nature giveth and Mother Nature taketh away. Spring is cancelled. ;D

Coincidentally, Ontario's daily new reported cases hit its lowest since March yesterday.  8)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 5:47 am


It's the view outside my house. Hard to believe it's May 11th! People were all "It's spring, I don't care about no lockdown!", but Mother Nature giveth and Mother Nature taketh away. Spring is cancelled. ;D
Over the weekend we had on topic of conversation was the weather here, the skies have been clearer, not as many clouds, we surmised it as the better air quality for less traffic on the roads. I do not that will stand, for the weather, as you you, is different elsewhere.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Jury trials to resume in England and Wales

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 6:07 am

Jury trials in England and Wales are to resume from next week, the Lord Chief Justice Lord Burnett has announced. "A limited number of trials will take place, conducted safely and observing social distancing rules, at courts including the Old Bailey in London and at Cardiff Crown Court," he said. "These will also help us to understand how it might be possible to conduct trials more widely as the situation with coronavirus develops."

It involves the jury sitting in separate rooms with video links.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Anti-lockdown protests promote conspiracies

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 7:52 am

Anti-lockdown protests of varying sizes took place across the world over the weekend. Here in the UK a number of arrests were made at a small demonstration in central London, whilst thousands took to the streets in Germany. Whilst some may have legitimate concerns about lockdown, protesters also promoted widely debunked conspiracy theories. These include false claims that 5G is linked to coronavirus and that Bill Gates created Covid-19. There were also misleading claims made by demonstrators about vaccinations. One was that recent changes introduced in UK law give the government the power to enforce vaccinations as a result of the coronavirus outbreak. Under current UK law, however, this is not the case - vaccines are not compulsory.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Formula 1 bosses in talks with UK government

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 8:09 am

Formula 1 bosses are in talks with the UK government as to whether new measures to control coronavirus affect plans to re-start the season. Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Sunday that air travellers into the UK would soon be forced to self-isolate for a 14-day period after arrival. On paper, that could scupper F1's plans to hold two races in Austria and two at Silverstone on consecutive weekends. But F1 has detailed plans to ensure its activities will be coronavirus-safe.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/52608727

Subject: Coronavirus: Wear face coverings on public transport, people advised

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 8:18 am

People in England should aim to wear face coverings on public transport and in some shops from Wednesday, the UK government has said. A document outlining the new lockdown rules suggests masks are worn in enclosed spaces where social distancing with others is not always possible. It is the first time the UK government has issued the advice, but the Scottish government already recommends masks. People are also allowed to meet one person from another household outside. It comes as Boris Johnson announced on Sunday a "conditional plan" to begin lifting England's coronavirus lockdown. Scotland and Wales - which have their own powers over the lockdown - have not changed the advice for people to stay at home, and have rejected No 10's new "stay alert" slogan. Mr Johnson will speak to Parliament at 15:30 BST on Monday. He will then lead the government's daily Downing Street press briefing which, due to the Commons statement, has been moved to 19:00.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 10:01 am

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A further 210 people have died in hospitals, care homes and the wider community after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK, according to the latest figures announced by the Department of Health and Social Care, taking the overall total to 32,065. On Sunday the daily death total was 269, although scientists have advised against comparing daily totals. There have also been 3,877 new cases, taking the total to 223,060.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 05/11/20 at 10:54 am

Sewn my first simple mask, decided the fabric was too thick, so unpicked it, cut it and restitched it. It’s not very pretty but should work.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/11/20 at 11:10 am


It's the view outside my house. Hard to believe it's May 11th! People were all "It's spring, I don't care about no lockdown!", but Mother Nature giveth and Mother Nature taketh away. Spring is cancelled. ;D

Coincidentally, Ontario's daily new reported cases hit its lowest since March yesterday.  8)


Yes this was my house yesterday. This morning we got more but lake effect comes in bands and this time it missed me. Mother’s Day snow is common but the second week of May has always been the end of it.

I wonder if the way they’re saying the air is clearer due to less people driving and industries shut down, if that is affecting the weather. Considering more greenhouse gas is supposed to make it warmer, therefore less greenhouse gas should make it cooler. That and being a sunspot minimum just like 2009. That year was a miserably cold and rainy summer, if you could even call it a summer. Mid July I was outside welding in my winter coat. I chipped not frost but ice off my windshield in August. It rained every weekend. Crops died.

Traffic is crazy around here and gas is going back up as a result. Some places were down to a dollar a week ago now everybody’s at 1.89. I saw a bunch of people gathered at the vfw hall Friday night on my way home. I think people are fed up with the stay at home order being extended over and over for the average folk. If you’re rich enough to have a second home then you can go between them at will, even out of state and back. A huge divide between the rich and poor. It’s become totally hopeless because every time she insists she won’t extend it, she goes and does it. I’m afraid this is going to become the norm for everything. Flu outbreak? School shooting? High terror alert? Lock down everybody. The end of freedom. You can’t wait this out and hope it will go away. Many people are being more careful now. We got capacity to treat people now. Let’s use it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 11:15 am


Sewn my first simple mask, decided the fabric was too thick, so unpicked it, cut it and restitched it. It’s not very pretty but should work.
It is the practice that makes prefect, I still have my face mask for the readiness of having to wear when shopping, but I will be keeping away from public transport.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 05/11/20 at 12:23 pm


It's the view outside my house. Hard to believe it's May 11th! People were all "It's spring, I don't care about no lockdown!", but Mother Nature giveth and Mother Nature taketh away. Spring is cancelled. ;D

Coincidentally, Ontario's daily new reported cases hit its lowest since March yesterday.  8)

Warm weather is forecast to return by Thursday so the parks will soon be packed again here.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 12:25 pm


Warm weather is forecast to return by Thursday so the parks will soon be packed again here.
My nearest park is a good walk away for me, almost to say, when I reached the park it is time for me go head back home, reaching my limited for exercising on the walk back home. I am not taken the bus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 05/11/20 at 12:27 pm


My nearest park is a good walk away for me, almost to say, when I reached the park it is time for me go head back home, reaching my limited for exercising on the walk back home. I am not taken the bus.

I haven’t been on a bus for 2 months now. Can’t say I mind.

I saw that the tube was rammed this morning.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/20 at 12:29 pm


I haven’t been on a bus for 2 months now. Can’t say I mind.
Same here, and it was first time in a car for two months last Saturday.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 1:03 am

On Monday, people in England got more information about what the easing of the lockdown would entail.


The government wants people who can’t work from home to return to work from Wednesday, but said they should avoid public transport
Some of the limits on outdoor activities in England are also being lifted
People are being asked to wear face coverings in enclosed spaces where they can't socially-distance
The government plans to introduce quarantine for those coming from abroad as soon as possible, but gave no fixed date
The governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have their own guidelines, which are more cautious than those for England
Meanwhile, the Chancellor Rishi Sunak is due to reveal the future of the UK government's job retention scheme later today



Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): International Nurses Day: 'Shine a light'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 2:20 am

People have been asked to shine a light from their windows this evening to mark International Nurses Day. Health officials said the gesture, at 20:30 BST, would recognise the extraordinary work colleagues were doing in the fight against coronavirus. The tribute also ties into the 200th anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale, known also as the "lady with the lamp" due to her night rounds tending to soldiers during the Crimean War. Ruth May, chief nursing officer for England, said: "I want to thank each and every one of our incredible nurses who are on the frontline in the battle against the greatest health emergency in NHS history. "Their professionalism and skills are helping to save and rebuild countless lives. “I know how much the public’s support has buoyed my colleagues during this testing time. It would mean a great deal if people once again showed their gratitude by shining a light for nurses this Tuesday."

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Subject: Coronavirus: Stonehenge summer solstice gathering cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 3:28 am

This year's summer solstice celebrations at Stonehenge have been cancelled because of the ban on mass gatherings prompted by the coronavirus. Traditionally about 10,000 people have gathered at the Neolithic monument in Wiltshire, on or around 21 June, to mark midsummer. English Heritage said it was cancelling the event "for the safety and wellbeing of attendees, volunteers and staff". The occasion will instead be live streamed on the charity's social media.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-wiltshire-52619549

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from South Korea

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 5:45 am

South Korea says there are now 101 new cases of coronavirus linked to a nightclub district in Seoul

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from South Korea

Written By: 2001 on 05/12/20 at 5:50 am


South Korea says there are now 101 new cases of coronavirus linked to a nightclub district in Seoul


All from that one guy who visited 5 nightclubs in one night :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 6:00 am


All from that one guy who visited 5 nightclubs in one night :o
Hence, pubs, clubs, bars, restaurants being closed?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Transport for London expects to lose £4bn

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 6:01 am

London's public transport network expects to lose £4bn ($4.9bn) this year due to the impact of coronavirus. During the UK lockdown, where people have been advised to stay at home, Transport for London (TfL) says it's lost 90% of its overall income. Most TfL services are still running, but there's been a 95% fall in people using the Tube compared to this time last year, and the number of bus passengers has dropped by 85%. The organisation's finance committee is set to hold an emergency meeting.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/12/20 at 7:07 am


Two to the day for me.


I'm hoping they re-open soon.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/12/20 at 7:08 am


I have seen it snow on May 2nd, but that was many years ago.


I can remember when it snowed during the springtime, we only had as few inches.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/12/20 at 7:09 am


Warm weather is forecast to return by Thursday so the parks will soon be packed again here.


I live in New York and it will be warm by Friday, where do you live?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/12/20 at 7:10 am


I haven’t been on a bus for 2 months now. Can’t say I mind.

I saw that the tube was rammed this morning.



buses over here have been free.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 7:35 am



buses over here have been free.
Free here too, and I do not wish to go on one.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK furlough scheme extended by four months

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 7:36 am

The UK scheme to pay wages of workers on leave because of coronavirus will be extended to October, Chancellor Rishi Sunak said. He said the government backed workers and companies going into the lockdown, and would support them coming out. Mr Sunak confirmed that employees will continue to receive 80% of their monthly wages up to £2,500. But he said the government will ask companies to "start sharing" the cost of the scheme from August. Mr Sunak rejected suggestions some people might get "addicted" to furlough if it was extended. Some 7.5 million workers are now covered by the scheme, up from 6.3 million last week, he said. The chancellor told the Commons that from August, the scheme would continue for all sectors and regions of the country but with greater flexibility to support the transition back to work, he said. Employers currently using the scheme would be able to bring furloughed employees back part-time.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52634759

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 7:55 am


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Especially when in enclosed places.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 350 more hospital deaths in England announced

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 9:27 am

Another 350 people have been confirmed to have died in English hospitals with Covid-19. While this figure is a rise over the past few days, there tends to be a bigger drop at weekends due to reporting delays. And although the figure is only 16 fewer than the number of deaths announced last Tuesday, it includes 76 people who died in April and four who died in March. However, hospital figures published by NHS England are only part of the story and official statistics show there had been more than 50,000 excess deaths in the UK by 1 May this year, compared with the government's figure of 28,000 coronavirus deaths at that point.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Solo tribute to nurses at Westminster Abbey

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 10:16 am

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A nurse has held a solo commemoration at Westminster Abbey to celebrate International Nurses Day. The event, which fell this year on the 200th anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale, is usually marked by an annual service attended by nurses from across the country. This year Arlene Lee, a clinical trials manager at Southampton General Hospital, was chosen by the Abbey to visit the Nurses' Memorial Chapel in the north ambulatory where the Nightingale lamp, normally a feature of the event, is kept

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How sport will begin its comeback in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 1:30 pm

Golf, tennis, angling and basketball are among the sports taking tentative steps in allowing the general public to return to participation on Wednesday as coronavirus lockdown measures are eased. But each sport is also urging caution and vigilance as they seek to keep the spread of the virus under control while also helping protect people's mental health and wellbeing. So how has the first wave of the nation's sports begun to come out of hibernation after two months? BBC Sport has spoken to a number of clubs and organisations hoping to use fun and games as a vehicle for helping the country come gradually out of lockdown.

Subject: Coronavirus: Wuhan draws up plans to test all 11 million residents

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/20 at 2:41 pm

The Chinese city of Wuhan is drawing up plans to test its entire population of 11 million people for Covid-19, state media report. The plan appears to be in its early stages, with all districts in Wuhan told to submit details as to how testing could be done within 10 days. It comes after Wuhan, where the virus first emerged, recorded six new cases over the weekend. Prior to this, it had seen no new cases at all since 3 April. Wuhan, which was in strict lockdown for 11 weeks, began re-opening on 8 April. For a while it seemed like life was getting back to normal as schools re-opened, businesses slowly emerged and public transport resumed operations. But the emergence of a cluster of cases - all from the same residential compound - has now threatened the move back to normalcy.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-52629213

Subject: Coronavirus: Lockdown eased in England as people return to work

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/20 at 2:04 am

People in England can spend more time outside, meet a friend at the park and move home, as the government begins easing some lockdown measures. Under the new rules, garden centres can reopen and people can meet one person from outside their household. Sports that are physically distanced - such as golf - are also now permitted. Meanwhile, some employees who cannot work from home are being encouraged to return to their workplaces. It follows a speech by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Sunday in which he unveiled a "conditional plan" aimed at reopening society, much of which has been in lockdown for seven weeks. This has led to a divergence in lockdown rules between the UK government and the devolved administrations, with Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland keeping stricter measures in place and retaining the message to stay at home.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52642222

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Worst monthly UK economic contraction on record

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/20 at 2:19 am

The Office for National Statistics said UK economic output dropped by 5.8% in March – the worst monthly fall since records began in 1997 and greater than any month at the height of the financial crisis in 2008. The Bank of England has warned that the UK economy is heading towards its sharpest recession on record, forecasting that it could shrink by 14% this year - based on the lockdown being substantially relaxed in June. The UK's lockdown began on 23 March, meaning the full impact of the pandemic on the economy will likely show in the second quarter figures. Economists fear those numbers will be significantly worse than the first quarter figures published on Wednesday. ONS statistician Jonathan Athow said: “Nearly every aspect of the economy was hit in March. Services and construction saw record declines on the month with education, car sales and restaurants all falling substantially.” The UK’s global trade also declined, including a notable drop in imports from China.

Subject: Coronavirus: Police in England have 'no powers' to enforce social distancing

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/20 at 5:15 am

New guidance issued by the College of Policing says officers in England have "no powers" to enforce two metre social distancing. It says that government guidance - which also includes advice to avoid public transport and wear face coverings in enclosed spaces - is not enforceable.

Separate guidance applies in Wales.

Subject: Coronavirus: Social distancing 'impossible' on London commute

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/20 at 5:55 am

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Commuters in London said social distancing was "next to impossible" on Wednesday as many made their first journeys to work since lockdown rules were eased in England. Street works inspector Matt Hickson, 47, told the BBC that he saw "less than 10% of commuters wearing masks" on his London Underground journey today. "People are taking liberties not only with their own health but with other people's," he said. "There could be a second wave of infections coming." Mick Cash, general secretary of the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union, said reports of packed Tube trains on Wednesday show how "fraught with danger" the government's return to work message is. The government said it would have to "take steps" if too many people used public transport, after England's lockdown guidelines were changed to encourage people to return to work if they cannot work from home. Passengers using public transport should stay 2m (6ft) apart and wear face coverings, under government guidelines.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 05/13/20 at 6:46 am

It doesn’t help that TfL reduced the number of tube services, now more people have to crowd on to fewer trains. TfL need to bring back the other services.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/20 at 7:08 am


It doesn’t help that TfL reduced the number of tube services, now more people have to crowd on to fewer trains. TfL need to bring back the other services.
Exactly, with almost 40 stations closed and trains running every 15 minutes (not 4 to 8 as normal), the trains will be packed out. The buses are another story, even though with less running with a bigger time difference, have no front door entry at next to the driver, and are free to travel on. TfL needs a boost in revenue to help with running at a loss. 

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Angling can 'have positive effect on mental health'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/20 at 7:26 am

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Angling is among the sports taking tentative steps in allowing the general public to return to participation from today. The sport has found itself thrust into the limelight, with both fresh and saltwater recreational fishing being allowed to resume across England. According to Martin Salter, head of policy at the Angling Trust, it's the result of producing a detailed plan to demonstrate why angling is a Covid-19 compliant sport due to its general nature, and earning recognition from the government that it "has potential to be part of the solution and not part of the problem". "We can help disperse crowds and have a positive effect on people's mental health and wellbeing."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths with coronavirus rise by 494

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/20 at 8:16 am

The number of people who have died in UK hospitals and the wider community after testing positive for coronavirus has reached 33,186, up by 494 from the previous day, the Department of Health says. The latest figures also showed there were 87,063 tests provided on Tuesday - short of the government's 100,000 tests-per-day target. In total 1,522,258 people have been tested for coronavirus to date, of whom 229,705 tested positive.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): A pilgrimage without pilgrims

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/20 at 3:56 pm

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For the first time in more than a century, the Catholic shrine at Fátima in Portugal has held a pilgrimage without pilgrims. On 12 May every year, hundreds of thousands flock to attend mass at the famed shrine to mark the anniversary of reported sightings of the Virgin Mary by three children in 1917. But due to the coronavirus, ceremonies have been livestreamed this year. The bishop of Fátima called for solidarity to combat "the virus" of indifference and individualism that he said could only be defeated "with the antibodies of compassion and solidarity".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 05/13/20 at 6:02 pm

It astonishes me how Russia was barely talked about with COVID-19 until a few weeks ago (similar to Italy a few months back). Now the country's getting over 10,000 cases per day and apparently very little deaths per day, which is weird to me.  :o

The high amount is due to the mass testing program that Russia has been taking, but it's still a bit surprising to me that they had this many cases, and on a daily basis.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/13/20 at 7:37 pm

https://www.9and10news.com/2020/05/13/mackinac-bridge-authority-cancels-2020-bridge-walk/

Well I’m glad I went all the times I did. Nothing even backpack bombings and high terror alert has stopped this walk.

But even last summer my dad (who is a vendor to the bridge Authority) said he’s been told that with all the craziness in the world, they would be surprised to see the walk still going in 5 years. Being unchanged since at least 1994 when I started going, in the last 5 years they have stopped busing, checked backpacks,  closed the bridge to all vehicles during the walk, and split the walk in half. This could very well be the nail in the coffin.

This was one of the main things I looked forward to every year. And wanted to go since I was little. Might be the end of an era. This is sad.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 12:46 am


It astonishes me how Russia was barely talked about with COVID-19 until a few weeks ago (similar to Italy a few months back). Now the country's getting over 10,000 cases per day and apparently very little deaths per day, which is weird to me.  :o

The high amount is due to the mass testing program that Russia has been taking, but it's still a bit surprising to me that they had this many cases, and on a daily basis.
It seemed to me that over the many years Russia have always have been secret with their information and with it over the Covid-19 data.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/14/20 at 12:49 am


It astonishes me how Russia was barely talked about with COVID-19 until a few weeks ago (similar to Italy a few months back). Now the country's getting over 10,000 cases per day and apparently very little deaths per day, which is weird to me.  :o

The high amount is due to the mass testing program that Russia has been taking, but it's still a bit surprising to me that they had this many cases, and on a daily basis.


A lot of non-Western countries are starting to get infected. Brazil is a big one, their deaths will probably end up surpassing the US with the way things are going. Mexico and Peru are also badly hit. The Arab Gulf states also have 100,000+ cases between them.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 12:52 am


https://www.9and10news.com/2020/05/13/mackinac-bridge-authority-cancels-2020-bridge-walk/

Well I’m glad I went all the times I did. Nothing even backpack bombings and high terror alert has stopped this walk.

But even last summer my dad (who is a vendor to the bridge Authority) said he’s been told that with all the craziness in the world, they would be surprised to see the walk still going in 5 years. Being unchanged since at least 1994 when I started going, in the last 5 years they have stopped busing, checked backpacks,  closed the bridge to all vehicles during the walk, and split the walk in half. This could very well be the nail in the coffin.

This was one of the main things I looked forward to every year. And wanted to go since I was little. Might be the end of an era. This is sad.
The Mackinac Bridge looks to be impressive, and like many events around the world being cancelled have chosen the right thing, look forward to the next time.

Subject: Coronavirus may never go away, World Health Organization warns

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 12:54 am

The coronavirus "may never go away", the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned. Speaking at a briefing on Wednesday, WHO emergencies director Dr Mike Ryan warned against trying to predict when the virus would disappear. He added that even if a vaccine is found, controlling the virus will require a "massive effort". Almost 300,000 people worldwide are reported to have died with coronavirus, and more than 4.3m cases recorded. The UN meanwhile warned the pandemic was causing widespread distress and mental ill health - particularly in countries where there's a lack of investment in mental healthcare. The UN urged governments to make mental health considerations part of their overall response.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-52643682

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/14/20 at 1:07 am


The Mackinac Bridge looks to be impressive, and like many events around the world being cancelled have chosen the right thing, look forward to the next time.


Yes it is the longest suspension bridge in the Western Hemisphere. It’s massive and the designers took lessons from the failed Tacoma narrows bridge. I live an hour south and go there often. At least I did before lockdown. I’d love to drive up there and I could do so without even getting out of the car, but I’d probably get the $1000 fine.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/14/20 at 3:26 am

Québec (Canada) has a death rate of 377 per million. If it were an independent country it rank #8 in the world for highest death rate, just above Sweden. And yet they have opened up schools and started opening up businesses. They have the most incompetent leaders, I really don't understand that place.  ::)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus):Experts fear months of NHS disruption - latest UK news

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 4:41 am


It could take months for the National Health Service to return to normal, experts warn. Routine medical care such as cancer treatment and surgery have been disrupted by the coronavirus crisis - but those needing attention have been urged to come forwards
A test to find out if people have already had the virus has been approved in England. But it's still not clear if having coronavirus anti-bodies makes us immune
Around 100 children in the UK have been affected by a rare inflammatory disease linked to coronavirus - it causes a reaction similar to septic shock syndrome and has also been seen in the US and Europe. Parents were warned in April to look out for symptoms, which can include a high temperature, low blood pressure, a rash and difficulty breathing

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 4:59 am


Québec (Canada) has a death rate of 377 per million. If it were an independent country it rank #8 in the world for highest death rate, just above Sweden. And yet they have opened up schools and started opening up businesses. They have the most incompetent leaders, I really don't understand that place.  ::)
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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Finland goes back to school

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 6:04 am

In much of Europe children remain stuck at home under lockdown, but in Finland schools have reopened. The Finnish teachers’ union warns that it may not be totally safe for staff or children, however. Children are back in class, under social distancing rules, for two weeks before the summer break.

IMO, this is the one to watch, to see how Finland is in three or four weeks time?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Covid antibody test a 'positive development'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 7:04 am

A test to find out whether people have been infected with coronavirus in the past has been approved by health officials in England.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52656808

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/14/20 at 8:02 am


Free here too, and I do not wish to go on one.



So what do you ride? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 8:04 am



So what do you ride? ???
I have not ridden on anything since March 10th, I walk to my shops, and I was driven in my son's car for the walk in the park last weekend.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/14/20 at 8:05 am


It doesn’t help that TfL reduced the number of tube services, now more people have to crowd on to fewer trains. TfL need to bring back the other services.



And crowding is not good when there's a pandemic going on.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 8:05 am



And crowding is not good when there's a pandemic going on.
Keep away from it all!

Subject: Coronavirus: New Zealand reopens with midnight barbers queues

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 8:06 am

Thousands of businesses in New Zealand have reopened on Thursday as the country relaxes its coronavirus curbs, with some hairdressers seeing overnight queues round the block.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-52658550

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/14/20 at 8:07 am


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Staying at home has been bad for the immune system.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/14/20 at 8:08 am


I have not ridden on anything since March 10th, I walk to my shops, and I was driven in my son's car for the walk in the park last weekend.



It's good excersize.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/14/20 at 8:09 am


Keep away from it all!


Just yesterday morning one woman wanted off the bus right away because it was a bit too crowded.

Subject: EastEnders and Top Gear to resume filming in June, BBC says

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 8:09 am

EastEnders and Top Gear will go back into production in June, but the stars will be socially distanced and will have to do their own hair and make-up. Virtually all filming has been on hold since the lockdown began in March. The BBC said it would use "strictly limited" crews and stick to government guidelines when it resumes. BBC director of content Charlotte Moore said: "We're also exploring ways to re-start filming on more dramas and other major BBC shows as soon as possible."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52660480

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll rises by 428

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 9:18 am

A further 428 people have died with Covid-19 in the UK, the government's latest daily figures show. It brings the total number of deaths in hospitals and the wider community to 33,614. The government carried out or posted out 126,064 tests on Wednesday, the figures also show. This is the third time it has met its 100,000 a day target, according to its criteria.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 9:24 am



Staying at home has been bad for the immune system.
You need Vitamin D too?

Subject: Golfer holes first shot as play resumes on Wednesday

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 9:46 am

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Golfer Ed Sandison resumed playing in spectacular style with his first hole-in-one with his very first shot after lockdown restrictions were lifted. The amateur player made his perfect return at Styal Golf Club in Cheshire on its 176-yard par-three opening hole. Playing with his father-in-law Tony Sweeney, Sandison struck a 4-hybrid and was initially simply relieved to have made decent contact. "I hadn't swung a club through lockdown," he told BBC Sport.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/52655331

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Football in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 12:35 pm

The government is "opening the door" for the return of professional football in England in June, the culture secretary has said. Oliver Dowden said Thursday's meeting with the Football Association, Premier League and English Football League was "positive" and "progressed plans" for the sport to resume. He added that plans should "include widening access for fans to view live coverage and ensure finances from the game's resumption supports the wider football family". The Premier League met on Monday to discuss "Project Restart" and hopes for a return to action on 12 June, with matches played behind closed doors.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/52665805

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tube bailout needed 'by end of day'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 12:51 pm

Transport for London (TfL) will be forced to reduce services unless it receives a government grant by the end of the day, Sadiq Khan has claimed. Without financial support, the transport body must cut its Tube and bus networks, the mayor of London said. Mr Khan said TfL had been negotiating with the Government for about six weeks. The Prime Minister's official spokesman said negotiations were at an "advanced stage". TfL has previously said it expects to lose £4bn this year due to the impact of coronavirus.

Subject: Coronavirus: Children affected by rare Kawasaki-like disease

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 1:45 pm

Scores of UK and US children have been affected by a rare inflammatory disease linked to coronavirus. In a tiny number of children it can cause serious complications, with some needing intensive care. Up to 100 children in the UK have been affected and studies suggest the same reaction is being seen in children elsewhere in Europe. It is likely to be caused by a delayed immune response to the virus which looks like Kawasaki disease. In April, NHS doctors were told to look out for a rare but dangerous reaction in children. This was prompted by eight children becoming ill in London, including a 14-year-old who died.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52648557

Subject: Coronavirus: Transport for London secures emergency £1.6bn bailout

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 2:16 pm


Transport for London (TfL) will be forced to reduce services unless it receives a government grant by the end of the day, Sadiq Khan has claimed. Without financial support, the transport body must cut its Tube and bus networks, the mayor of London said. Mr Khan said TfL had been negotiating with the Government for about six weeks. The Prime Minister's official spokesman said negotiations were at an "advanced stage". TfL has previously said it expects to lose £4bn this year due to the impact of coronavirus.
Transport for London (TfL) has secured £1.6bn in emergency funding to keep Tube and bus services running until September. Under the bailout's terms, London mayor Sadiq Khan is expected to restore a full Underground service as soon as possible. He is also understood to have offered a 1% above-inflation fare rise in future. Mr Khan had urged the government to provide support or risk TfL running out of money. BBC London Political Editor Tim Donovan said other measures agreed include:


Placing Stay Alert advertising on the transport network
Reporting staff absenteeism rates to civil servants
A longer-term review of TfL finances.


The BBC has been told a £500m loan agreed with the Department for Transport forms part of the total. Speaking at Thursday's Downing Street press briefing before the deal was announced, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said he was "optimistic" of finding a solution. "We don't know what the long-term will be. "But in the short-term trains and buses will continue to run."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/14/20 at 2:57 pm


You need Vitamin D too?


Yes, and a lot of Vitamin C too as well.

Subject: Covid-19: More than one in four patients who died in England had diabetes

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/20 at 4:15 pm

Figures released by NHS England have provided a breakdown of specific pre-existing health conditions among those to have died with Covid-19. It showed that more than one in four (26%) patients who died with Covid-19 in hospitals in England between 31 March and 12 May had diabetes. Of the 22,332 patients who died, 5,873 had the condition. Meanwhile, 18% of those who died had dementia, 15% had chronic pulmonary disease, and 14% had chronic kidney disease.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Eight bids expected for Virgin Australia

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/20 at 1:46 am

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Administrators at Australia’s second-largest airline, Virgin Australia, say they’re expecting to receive eight bids for the carrier - and are likely to whittle them down to a shortlist of about three. Deloitte added that binding offers need to be made by mid-June. The carrier - which was hit hard by domestic and international travel restrictions - continues to operate a skeleton service. There's also some good news for Australians who had been saving the frequent flyer points issued by the airline. A freeze had been put on redeeming those points while the future of Virgin Australia was being resolved, but passengers have been told they can now use them to book flights on domestic routes from September onwards - and there’ll be full refunds if passengers or the airline cancel flights.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What's the latest sports news?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/20 at 2:02 am


The International Olympic Committee has set aside $800m (£654m) to help with the "severe" financial impact caused by the postponement of Tokyo 2020. Organisers will get $650m after this summer's Games were put back to 2021. The other $150m is set to be split into loans for international sports federations and national Olympic committees
The UK government says it is "opening the door" for the return of professional football in England in June. Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden said Thursday's meeting with the Football Association, Premier League and English Football League had "progressed plans"
Newcastle racecourse would host the first fixture under plans for British horse racing's return behind closed doors next month. Racing in Britain has been suspended since 17 March but - if a return is approved by the government - the Newcastle meeting would be held on 1 June


Subject: Coronavirus: Unions demand assurances over 1 June school plan

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/20 at 3:29 am

Teachers' unions are to meet the government's scientific advisers later to seek assurances that it will be safe to open schools in England from June. Some teachers have expressed concern that social distancing will be difficult to implement and questioned whether staff should be given PPE. The education secretary says the safety of pupils and teachers is a priority. Meanwhile, one of England's biggest academy trusts says it will go ahead with opening its schools on 1 June. Steve Chalke, founder of the Oasis trust which has 35 primary schools, says opposition to reopening is "rather middle class". An alliance of teachers' unions is warning it is not yet to safe to open schools. But Mr Chalke says their advice is "lopsided" and fails to recognise the harm to disadvantaged children from missing school.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-52669441

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Is Putin rushing Russia out of lockdown?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/20 at 4:47 am

Russia's latest coronavirus figures show 10,598 new confirmed cases on Friday, pushing its nationwide tally to 262,843. The country has struggled to get daily increases below 10,000 for days. But it looks as though President Vladimir Putin has run out of patience with the virus, reports our Moscow correspondent Sarah Rainsford. He is keen to end the lockdown and has sent millions of workers back to factories. "For the first time in his active political life, Putin is faced by a problem which is absolutely not under his control and which broke all of his plans," says Chatham House political analyst Nikolai Petrov.

Subject: Coronavirus: Philippines typhoon relief 'a nightmare' during Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/20 at 5:19 am

Lockdown restrictions in the Philippines are impeding efforts to help victims of Typhoon Vongfong, which struck the east of the country on Thursday. Relief workers are trying to move hundreds of thousands of people into evacuation centres, but social distancing rules have thrown up complications. Some 200,000 people need to be rescued from their homes amid fears of flooding or landslides. “This is really a nightmare for us,” Ben Evardone, governor of the Eastern Samar province, told CNN Philippines. “Our problem right now is where to squeeze our people, while making sure they practice social distancing.” Typhoon Vongfong is the first to hit the country this year. The Philippines has confirmed more than 11,000 covid infections and 790 deaths.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London's congestion charge is back - and going up

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/20 at 6:35 am

The congestion charge in London will be reinstated on Monday and will rise from £11.50 to £15 from 22 June. London Mayor Sadiq Khan said the "temporary" increase was intended to encourage people to walk or cycle rather than drive, at a time when people are urged to avoid crowding onto public transport. The hours are also being extended: the congestion charge will now apply from 07:00 to 22:00, seven days a week. A system of reimbursement for NHS workers will be extended to care home workers, however. The low emission zone and ultra-low emission zone - which impose levies on high-polluting vehicles - are also returning on Monday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/15/20 at 7:39 am

I heard that NY Pause will be extended until June 13th so anyone who resides in New York will have to wait to get their haircut.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Over 12,000 Covid deaths in England and Wales care home

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/20 at 8:50 am

Official figures show that 12,256 residents of care homes in England and Wales died with Covid-19 mentioned on their death certificates. That's more than a third higher than previously quoted figures - because some of the residents were admitted to hospital before they died, and so were counted in the main hospital statistics. The figures from the Office for National Statistics cover the period between 2 March and 1 May. They provide the most extensive picture yet of the damage done by coronavirus in the social care system. Covid-19 became the leading cause of death for men in care homes and the second leading cause for women. In total, there were 45,889 deaths of care home residents, more than a quarter of which involved coronavirus.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 186 more hospital deaths in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/20 at 10:04 am

Another 186 people have been confirmed to have died with Covid-19 in hospitals in England. This is the first weekday since March that the number reported to have died has been less than 200. However, the data includes people who died more than a week ago, with four having died in April. The NHS figure also only includes hospitals, not care homes, hospices or people who died at home.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll rises by 384

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/20 at 10:21 am

A further 384 people have died after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK, the latest daily government figures show. It brings the total death toll - including those reported in hospitals and the wider community - to 33,998. The figures also showed that 133,784 tests were carried out or posted on Thursday. It is the fourth time the government has met its 100,000 a day target, according to its criteria.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Reynolds1863 on 05/15/20 at 11:45 am

Local deaths in my area now number 247.  A large percent of those cases are in retirement homes.  The state of Pennsylvania is still closed. 

Subject: Coronavirus infection 'R' rate in UK creeps up

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/15/20 at 12:36 pm

What is R?

The infection rate in the UK has gone up and is close to the point where the virus starts spreading rapidly, government scientific advice says. The so-called "R-number" is now between 0.7 and 1.0 - it needs to be kept below one in order to stay in control. The rise in the figures is thought to be driven by the virus spreading in care homes and hospitals. The effect of the changes to lockdown announced by the prime minister on Sunday is still unknown. The R-number had been sitting between 0.5 and 0.9. Any increase limits the ability of politicians to lift lockdown measures. Health secretary Matt Hancock said the R-number was an "incredibly important figure" and it was important to note "we don't think that it is above one".

Subject: Coronavirus: Public urged to avoid England's beauty spots

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/20 at 2:00 am

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The public is being urged to "think twice" before heading to England's beaches and country parks this weekend, despite the easing of lockdown rules. Councils in beauty spots fear a surge in visitors could result in a rise in coronavirus infections. In London, police have warned against taking part in "spontaneous or planned mass gatherings". There is no longer a limit on the amount of exercise allowed - or how far people can travel for it - in England. This weekend will be the first since the rules changed so that people can spend more time outdoors "for leisure purposes", including sunbathing. But people in England should not travel to Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland, where the public is still being told to avoid any travel which is not essential.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52686519

Subject: Coronavirus: 'Stop squabbling' demand over opening schools

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/20 at 4:33 am

The government and teachers' unions should "stop squabbling and agree a plan" to reopen schools safely, the Children's Commissioner for England has said. Anne Longfield said many disadvantaged children were losing out because of schools being closed for so long. Teachers' leaders met the government's scientific advisers on Friday, but did not agree how to go back to work. Some local authorities have said they will not reopen schools from 1 June. The government has set out plans to begin a phased reopening of primary schools in England from 1 June. But the plans have been challenged by teachers' unions, who have disagreed with the Department for Education over whether it is safe to return to school.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-52685220

Subject: Coronavirus: A third of hospital patients develop dangerous blood clots

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/20 at 5:13 am

Up to 30% of patients who are seriously ill with coronavirus are developing dangerous blood clots, according to medical experts. They say the clots, also known as thrombosis, could be contributing to the number of people dying. Severe inflammation in the lungs - a natural response of the body to the virus - is behind their formation. Patients worldwide are being affected by many medical complications of the virus, some of which can be fatal. The virus has also increased cases of deep vein thrombosis - blood clots usually found in the leg - which can be life-threatening when fragments break off and move up the body into the lungs, blocking blood vessels.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52662065

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: 'Stop squabbling' demand over opening schools

Written By: 2001 on 05/16/20 at 6:02 am


The government and teachers' unions should "stop squabbling and agree a plan" to reopen schools safely, the Children's Commissioner for England has said. Anne Longfield said many disadvantaged children were losing out because of schools being closed for so long. Teachers' leaders met the government's scientific advisers on Friday, but did not agree how to go back to work. Some local authorities have said they will not reopen schools from 1 June. The government has set out plans to begin a phased reopening of primary schools in England from 1 June. But the plans have been challenged by teachers' unions, who have disagreed with the Department for Education over whether it is safe to return to school.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-52685220


I think the tentative date for schools reopening here is 1 June as well. There's rumours they'll cancel the whole year, but I hope they don't do that. There are ways to encourage social distancing at school. I heard good suggestions of making attendance voluntary, having half the students in one day, and the other half on another day, alternating, and streaming the class online for the half that aren't at school.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/20 at 6:20 am


I think the tentative date for schools reopening here is 1 June as well. There's rumours they'll cancel the whole year, but I hope they don't do that. There are ways to encourage social distancing at school. I heard good suggestions of making attendance voluntary, having half the students in one day, and the other half on another day, alternating, and streaming the class online for the half that aren't at school.
The difficulty of a decision is that new case of conoravirus is higher to the north of England, reported to be in the 2,000s and London has around 24 new cases per day, simply putting it the virus is still out there, anyone can still catch it, even if an area is totally clear of the virus, someone can easily walk in and infect more people. So, do not open until totally clear of the COVID-19 virus.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): NY tourist arrested in Hawaii after posting beach photo

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/20 at 6:55 am

A 23-year-old tourist from New York was arrested in Hawaii on Friday for violating the state's mandatory quarantine rule. He arrived on O'ahu on Monday and posted several pictures of himself on Instagram, the Hawaii governor's office said. The man is said to have left his hotel room on the day he arrived and travelled to many places by public transport, when he should have been in quarantine. "Authorities became aware of his social media posts from citizens who saw posts of him - on the beach with a surfboard, sunbathing, and walking around Waikiki at night," the statement said. Hawaii requires visitors to the islands to self-quarantine for 14 days, without leaving their hotel room or residence.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: A third of hospital patients develop dangerous blood clots

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/16/20 at 8:24 am


Up to 30% of patients who are seriously ill with coronavirus are developing dangerous blood clots, according to medical experts. They say the clots, also known as thrombosis, could be contributing to the number of people dying. Severe inflammation in the lungs - a natural response of the body to the virus - is behind their formation. Patients worldwide are being affected by many medical complications of the virus, some of which can be fatal. The virus has also increased cases of deep vein thrombosis - blood clots usually found in the leg - which can be life-threatening when fragments break off and move up the body into the lungs, blocking blood vessels.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52662065


I wonder if this is just corona patients or everybody. Since inactivity is a prime trigger for dvt blood clots and people being stuck in their house for 2 months is a perfect way to be inactive.

I’ve had a big problem with dvts. Had 3 since 2013. Cold weather and inactivity are what creates them.

As far as clots being created in the lungs, well I’ll stay up on my aspirin so if I get it hopefully that won’t happen. But then again, I wonder if the clots don’t form in your lungs if you will just keep bleeding into your lungs. Not a good outcome in any case.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/20 at 8:31 am


I wonder if this is just corona patients or everybody. Since inactivity is a prime trigger for dvt blood clots and people being stuck in their house for 2 months is a perfect way to be inactive.

I’ve had a big problem with dvts. Had 3 since 2013. Cold weather and inactivity are what creates them.

As far as clots being created in the lungs, well I’ll stay up on my aspirin so if I get it hopefully that won’t happen. But then again, I wonder if the clots don’t form in your lungs if you will just keep bleeding into your lungs. Not a good outcome in any case.
Speaking and replying as a layman, I think that the blood clots form where the body is at the weakest, as is with coronavirus is a respiratory condition, it will attack the lungs and in the chest area.

Will walking around home, every 20 minutes or so deter dvt?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/16/20 at 9:30 am


Speaking and replying as a layman, I think that the blood clots form where the body is at the weakest, as is with coronavirus is a respiratory condition, it will attack the lungs and in the chest area.

Will walking around home, every 20 minutes or so deter dvt?


Yes that will help. I primarily got them when I had to drive my daughter downstate all the time but I got another one after spending long periods in bed with the flu.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/20 at 9:36 am


Yes that will help. I primarily got them when I had to drive my daughter downstate all the time but I got another one after spending long periods in bed with the flu.
Thank you, for that is what I have been doing, I do not have a garden, but my home is spacious. DVT was brought to attention with long haul air flights, those stockings are worn, I should have some somewhere.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Education secretary to lead UK briefing

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/20 at 10:03 am

Education Secretary Gavin Williamson will lead today's government briefing with the latest updates on the coronavirus pandemic in the UK. It comes as Anne Longfield, the children's commissioner for England, says the government and unions should "stop squabbling and agree a plan" to reopen schools safely. The briefing starts at 16:00 BST (15:00 GMT).

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Arrests over anti-lockdown protests in London

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/20 at 11:48 am

In central London, several hundred people gathered in Hyde Park to protest against the regulations introduced to control coronavirus. The protesters said they objected to their rights of free speech and movement being curtailed, with some holding several placards and banners including slogans like "freedom over fear". Police made a handful of arrests after trying to get the protesters to move on, including Piers Corbyn - the brother of former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn.

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Foolhardy, this is not helping the situation!

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: 'Stop squabbling' demand over opening schools

Written By: Howard on 05/16/20 at 1:48 pm


I think the tentative date for schools reopening here is 1 June as well. There's rumours they'll cancel the whole year, but I hope they don't do that. There are ways to encourage social distancing at school. I heard good suggestions of making attendance voluntary, having half the students in one day, and the other half on another day, alternating, and streaming the class online for the half that aren't at school.



Deblasio said that schools won't open up until The Fall.

Subject: Coronavirus: Boris Johnson accepts 'frustration' over lockdown rules

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/20 at 1:52 am

Boris Johnson has acknowledged frustration over the "complex" easing of England's coronavirus lockdown. The PM wrote in the Mail on Sunday that more complicated messages were needed during the next phase of the response and as restrictions changed. But Mr Johnson said he trusted the "good sense of the British people" to observe the new rules and thanked the public for "sticking with us" so far. It came as No 10 announced up to £93m to speed-up a new vaccine research lab. The new fund will accelerate construction of the not-for-profit Vaccines Manufacturing and Innovation Centre in Oxfordshire so it can open a year earlier than planned, the government said. Ministers hope the centre will be a "key component" of the UK's coronavirus vaccine programme. Business Secretary Alok Sharma said: "Once a breakthrough is made, we need to be ready to manufacture a vaccine by the millions." But Mr Johnson cautioned that, while the UK is "leading the global effort" to find a jab, "a vaccine might not come to fruition".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52694623

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Heathrow passengers fall by 97%

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/20 at 5:20 am

The restrictions on our movement have hit the travel sector hard and we're starting to get a sense of its impact in numbers. Passenger traffic at London's Heathrow Airport, one of the busiest in the world, has fallen by 97%, John Holland-Kaye, the airport's chief executive, has said. Like other business leaders, Holland-Kaye has also expressed concern over plans to introduce a quarantine for people flying into the UK, saying the measure can't be in place for more than a relatively short amount of time "if we're going to get the economy moving again". He called on the government to work with the EU and the US to create an international standard when it comes to quarantine rules, arguing that countries having different plans was creating confusion. “It's no good having an immunity passport, if other countries have different systems,” he told Sky News.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/17/20 at 6:29 am

Ontario is starting phase 2 of deconfinement on May 19, after the long weekend. Stores that have a street entrance (aka not the mall), and mental health services are opening back up, provided they can maintain social distancing. The first phase was on May 4 with opening up parks and allowing seasonal services (lawn mowing, gardening etc.)

Looks like my brother (who works in mental health) is going back to work. The number of daily new cases is stubbornly stuck above 300 and the number of active cases isn't falling as fast as it was before.  :-\\

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/20 at 6:56 am


Ontario is starting phase 2 of deconfinement on May 19, after the long weekend. Stores that have a street entrance (aka not the mall), and mental health services are opening back up, provided they can maintain social distancing. The first phase was on May 4 with opening up parks and allowing seasonal services (lawn mowing, gardening etc.)

Looks like my brother (who works in mental health) is going back to work. The number of daily new cases is stubbornly stuck above 300 and the number of active cases isn't falling as fast as it was before.  :-\\

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I hope it eases down well, and social distancing is maintain. Please still take care.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How likely are children to pass on the virus?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/20 at 8:03 am

There is a great deal of clinical evidence that shows children tend not to become severely ill from Covid-19. A few days ago, the Office for National Statistics published the first results of a survey of coronavirus tests on a representative sample of the population in England. It showed that children are just as likely to get the virus as any other age group. The critical question, therefore, is how likely are they to spread it - and so far scientists simply don't know. The very early data from countries which have reopened schools to a degree indicate that they haven't become infection hotspots. But it's early days and the data is currently too scant to give definitive reassurances that children don't pass on the infection.

Subject: Coronavirus: UK daily death figure dips to lowest since day after lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/17/20 at 12:15 pm

The UK's daily figure for coronavirus deaths has dropped to 170 - the lowest since the day after lockdown began. The announcement comes a week after the first easing of restrictions in England - and while numbers are typically lower on Sundays, the figure is almost 100 fewer than the 268 reported a week ago. But the overall death toll remains the highest in Europe, and is now 34,636. Meanwhile in Spain, the daily number of deaths dropped below 100 for the first time since its lockdown started. The UK death numbers announced on Sundays and Mondays are typically lower than the other five days of the week, due to fluctuations in how quickly deaths are reported by hospitals and care homes.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52699483

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 05/17/20 at 4:18 pm


Ontario is starting phase 2 of deconfinement on May 19, after the long weekend. Stores that have a street entrance (aka not the mall), and mental health services are opening back up, provided they can maintain social distancing. The first phase was on May 4 with opening up parks and allowing seasonal services (lawn mowing, gardening etc.)

Looks like my brother (who works in mental health) is going back to work. The number of daily new cases is stubbornly stuck above 300 and the number of active cases isn't falling as fast as it was before.  :-\\

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I hope those cases go down to zero soon. It seems like you all are up there are on the right track to complete containment.  :)

Subject: Coronavirus: Stations put crowd-control measures in place

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/20 at 1:15 am

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New measures have been deployed on trains and at stations amid fears that more people might use public transport to return to work in England this week. Train firms have operated reduced services due to coronavirus, but more frequent trains are now running. Security guards with crowd management training will be at some stations. People are being been encouraged to go back to work in England, but to only use public transport for essential journeys when they have no alternative. Some rail bosses have expressed concerns that social distancing will not be possible on trains or platforms.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52701112

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Car giants restart UK manufacturing

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/20 at 4:56 am

Two major car manufacturers are restarting their factories in the UK today, following government calls for people to return to work where possible. Ford has resumed operations at its engine plants in Dagenham and Bridgend, meaning all of its European factories are now back at work. And in Luton, the Vauxhall van factory has also reopened with half its usual staffing. The companies say they intend to prevent the spread of the virus using a range of measures, such as face masks and temperature checks. For a small number of roles where it is not possible for workers to keep two metres apart, they are using plastic shields. Last week, up to 2,000 workers returned to Jaguar Land Rover's Solihull factory and Aston Martin has also begun a phased return to work for employees at its plant in St Athan, Wales.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Loss of smell and taste added to UK symptoms list

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/20 at 5:42 am

Loss of smell or taste has now been added to the official list of symptoms that may indicate Covid-19 in the UK. Until now, people were only advised to self-isolate to prevent the spread of infection based on their symptoms if they had a fever or a cough. But ear, nose and throat doctors had been warning for weeks that more symptoms should be included.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52704417

Subject: Coronavirus: Scotland aims to ease lockdown on 28 May

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/20 at 7:36 am

Coronavirus lockdown measures in Scotland could begin to be lifted from 28 May, Nicola Sturgeon has announced. The first minister said this would mean people could meet someone from another household as long as social distancing is maintained. More outdoor activities will also be allowed. Ms Sturgeon also announced that coronavirus testing will be extended to everyone in Scotland over the age of five who is displaying symptoms. Tests can be booked online and will be available at one of Scotland's drive-in testing centres, or at one of the 12 mobile testing units that are spread around the country.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-52707747

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The UK coronavirus app is delayed

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/20 at 8:48 am

Don’t expect to be asked to download a coronavirus app for a while yet. On 28 April, the Health Secretary Matt Hancock said: "We hope to have the contact tracers in place before or at the same time as the app goes live. On the app – we're expecting that to be ready by the middle of May.” Well, it isn’t. In today's briefing for Westminster reporters, the Prime Minister's official spokesman told us: "The pilot is ongoing in the Isle of Wight. Residents have been hugely supportive. Sixty thousand downloads on the island. Their feedback is vital. It remains our aim to roll out the app across the country in the coming weeks." Asked whether Hancock had been incorrect to suggest the whole system would be ready for mid-May, the prime minister's official spokesman said: "I have only ever spoken about having the 18,000 contact tracers in place by this week."

Subject: Coronavirus: All over-fives in UK now eligible for test

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/20 at 10:37 am

Everyone aged five and over in the UK with symptoms can now be tested for coronavirus, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has announced. He was speaking in Parliament after the loss of taste or smell was added to the list of Covid-19 symptoms, alongside a fever and a new persistent cough. Mr Hancock said the government was "expanding eligibility for testing further than ever before". He added 100,678 tests had been conducted on Sunday. Testing in England and Scotland has been limited to people with symptoms who are key workers and their families, hospital patients, care home residents, over-65s and those who need to leave home to work. In Wales and Northern Ireland it was just key workers, hospital workers and care home residents.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52713127

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Stations put crowd-control measures in place

Written By: Howard on 05/18/20 at 4:00 pm


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New measures have been deployed on trains and at stations amid fears that more people might use public transport to return to work in England this week. Train firms have operated reduced services due to coronavirus, but more frequent trains are now running. Security guards with crowd management training will be at some stations. People are being been encouraged to go back to work in England, but to only use public transport for essential journeys when they have no alternative. Some rail bosses have expressed concerns that social distancing will not be possible on trains or platforms.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52701112



Those stickers are just about everywhere.

Subject: Coronavirus: Trump says he is taking unproven drug hydroxychloroquine

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 1:14 am

US President Donald Trump has said he is taking hydroxychloroquine to ward off coronavirus, despite public health officials warning it may be unsafe. Speaking at the White House, he told reporters he started taking the malaria and lupus medication recently. "I'm taking it for about a week and a half now and I'm still here, I'm still here," was his surprise announcement. There is no evidence hydroxychloroquine can fight coronavirus, and regulators warn the drug may cause heart problems.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52717161

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 2:37 am


US President Donald Trump has said he is taking hydroxychloroquine to ward off coronavirus, despite public health officials warning it may be unsafe. Speaking at the White House, he told reporters he started taking the malaria and lupus medication recently. "I'm taking it for about a week and a half now and I'm still here, I'm still here," was his surprise announcement. There is no evidence hydroxychloroquine can fight coronavirus, and regulators warn the drug may cause heart problems.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52717161
A few years back, for one of my stays in the Philippines, I was recommended to an anti-malaria tablet, I cannot now remember which one, and after a few months I was told on a visit to doctor, on another matter, that I need not have to take it, only if went to a certain area of the country where mosquitoes are ripe, and was many miles away, on an island we not due to visit. It did no affect me in any way, and I think I did have flu during that time, and had to take paracetamol for it, the anti-malaria drug did not ease me from the flu.

Subject: Huge rise in people claiming unemployment benefit

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 3:30 am

The number of people claiming unemployment benefit in the UK soared to 2.1 million last month, the first full month of the coronavirus lockdown. The total in April went up by 856,500, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said. Separate ONS figures showed UK unemployment rose by 50,000 to 1.35 million in the three months to March. The unemployment rate was estimated at 3.9%, slightly down on the previous quarter, the ONS said. Before the lockdown began, employment had hit a record high. The benefit claimant count does not include everyone who is out of work, since not everyone is entitled to claim assistance, but it does indicate the trend in the employment market.

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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52719230

Subject: Coronavirus: Big sales expected when clothes stores reopen next month

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 4:42 am

Clothes stores are ramping up plans to reopen - and big discounts could be on offer. Some non-essential retailers will be able to begin reopening next month. One of the UK's biggest fashion retailers, Marks and Spencer, said: "We are working towards reopening more space from June." But analyst Richard Lim of Retail Economics said stores "will have to discount heavily" to sell excess stock that may now be out of season. "Many clothing retailers have been sitting there with stores full of stock which they haven't be able to shift," he said."  of the most pressing issues for retailers is working capital and there is a huge overhang of inventory at fashion stores."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52714699

Subject: Preparing for a super cyclone during a pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 5:11 am

India and Bangladesh are evacuating millions of people from coastal areas ahead of a super cyclone, which is approaching from the Bay of Bengal. Two Indian states - West Bengal and Odisha - are expected to be hit by Cyclone Amphan, along with parts of Bangladesh. It is forecast to make landfall in an area near the border of the two countries on Wednesday. While both countries have a lot of experience dealing with cyclones that develop every year in the Bay of Bengal, the coronavirus outbreak is making the challenge of evacuating people harder this time. Extra shelters have been prepared to allow for social distancing. Masks are also being distributed.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No British Grand Prix without quarantine exemptions

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 6:02 am

Formula 1 says it will be "impossible" to hold a British Grand Prix later this year if personnel are not given exemptions from plans to quarantine international travellers. The UK government is set to require all arrivals from abroad to self-isolate for 14 days under quarantine rules expected to come into effect in early June. An F1 spokesman added this would have an impact on tens of thousands of jobs

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Trump says he is taking unproven drug hydroxychloroquine

Written By: Howard on 05/19/20 at 7:06 am


US President Donald Trump has said he is taking hydroxychloroquine to ward off coronavirus, despite public health officials warning it may be unsafe. Speaking at the White House, he told reporters he started taking the malaria and lupus medication recently. "I'm taking it for about a week and a half now and I'm still here, I'm still here," was his surprise announcement. There is no evidence hydroxychloroquine can fight coronavirus, and regulators warn the drug may cause heart problems.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52717161


He should also take something for his orange face and his "morbidly obese" figure. ::)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK number of confirmed cases has fallen

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 8:01 am

Despite warnings the infection rate around the country may have risen again, the number of daily confirmed cases of coronavirus has been falling since a peak of more than 4,000 a day in England in early April. Here's what it looks like in each region, with the number of new confirmed cases each day.

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I am still not going out!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): NHS England announces 174 more deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 10:15 am

NHS England has announced another 174 coronavirus deaths, bringing the total number of confirmed deaths in hospitals in England to 24,913. In Scotland, a further 29 people have died with the virus. There were another 17 deaths in Wales, while seven more people died in Northern Ireland. The tallies for individual nations can differ from the UK-wide total - which will be announced later this afternoon - because they are calculated on a different timeframe, and the UK total includes deaths in all settings.

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Subject: Premier League: Six positive coronavirus tests across three clubs

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 12:30 pm

There were six positive tests for coronavirus across three Premier League clubs on Sunday and Monday, as the top flight prepares to resume in June. The unnamed players or staff who have tested positive will now self-isolate for seven days. A total of 748 players and staff from 19 clubs were tested. The remaining club did their tests on Tuesday so will be included in Saturday's results. Squads are starting non-contact training from Tuesday. The Premier League has been suspended since 13 March because of the Covid-19 pandemic, with 92 fixtures remaining.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/52726278

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Trump says he is taking unproven drug hydroxychloroquine

Written By: CatwomanofV on 05/19/20 at 1:12 pm


US President Donald Trump has said he is taking hydroxychloroquine to ward off coronavirus, despite public health officials warning it may be unsafe. Speaking at the White House, he told reporters he started taking the malaria and lupus medication recently. "I'm taking it for about a week and a half now and I'm still here, I'm still here," was his surprise announcement. There is no evidence hydroxychloroquine can fight coronavirus, and regulators warn the drug may cause heart problems.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52717161



That's if you believe him. He lies about EVERYTHING so why wouldn't he lie about this? He even said that he said it so he could see the looks on people's faces.


Cat

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Trump says he is taking unproven drug hydroxychloroquine

Written By: CatwomanofV on 05/19/20 at 1:13 pm


He should also take something for his orange face and his "morbidly obese" figure. ::)



Believe it or not, he paints his face orange. His "morbidly obese figure?"  Well, that is another issue altogether.


Cat

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Trump says he is taking unproven drug hydroxychloroquine

Written By: Sman12 on 05/19/20 at 1:14 pm


US President Donald Trump has said he is taking hydroxychloroquine to ward off coronavirus, despite public health officials warning it may be unsafe. Speaking at the White House, he told reporters he started taking the malaria and lupus medication recently. "I'm taking it for about a week and a half now and I'm still here, I'm still here," was his surprise announcement. There is no evidence hydroxychloroquine can fight coronavirus, and regulators warn the drug may cause heart problems.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52717161


Ugh....the least he could've done was be hopeful of the Moderna vaccine showing promising test results.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Trump says he is taking unproven drug hydroxychloroquine

Written By: nally on 05/19/20 at 1:18 pm



That's if you believe him. He lies about EVERYTHING so why wouldn't he lie about this? He even said that he said it so he could see the looks on people's faces.


Cat


Believe it or not, he paints his face orange. His "morbidly obese figure?"  Well, that is another issue altogether.


Cat

That figures. ::)

I never pay attention to the guy in the first place, he's so disgusting. 8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 1:36 pm



Believe it or not, he paints his face orange. His "morbidly obese figure?"  Well, that is another issue altogether.


Cat
I would like to ask you why, but I cannot in this topic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 05/19/20 at 1:41 pm


I would like to ask you why, but I cannot in this topic.


The short answer: Because he is an idiot!


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 1:45 pm


The short answer: Because he is an idiot!


Cat
First it is the orange paint, second the disinfectant, third the refusing to wear a face mask (just mentioned on the radio), and fourth hydroxychloroquine. What next?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 1:48 pm


First it is the orange paint, second the disinfectant, third the refusing to wear a face mask (just mentioned on the radio), and fourth hydroxychloroquine. What next?
The same radio report I am listening to, stated that the President plans to visit a car manufacturing company in Michigan that is not making face masks, and if the President does not wear a face mask, no visit!

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Trump says he is taking unproven drug hydroxychloroquine

Written By: Howard on 05/19/20 at 2:23 pm



Believe it or not, he paints his face orange. His "morbidly obese figure?"  Well, that is another issue altogether.


Cat


What does he paint his face with?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/19/20 at 2:24 pm


The short answer: Because he is an idiot!


Cat


He'll wind up looking like a character in Cats. ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/19/20 at 2:25 pm


First it is the orange paint, second the disinfectant, third the refusing to wear a face mask (just mentioned on the radio), and fourth hydroxychloroquine. What next?


He doesn't want to mess up his beautiful face.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 2:27 pm


He doesn't want to mess up his beautiful face.  ::)
Smudge the orange complexion?

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Trump says he is taking unproven drug hydroxychloroquine

Written By: CatwomanofV on 05/19/20 at 2:37 pm


What does he paint his face with?


https://www.vox.com/the-goods/2019/12/6/20998822/trump-orange-concealer-bronx-colors


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 2:40 pm


https://www.vox.com/the-goods/2019/12/6/20998822/trump-orange-concealer-bronx-colors


Cat
Why not go for a natural tan?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 05/19/20 at 2:47 pm


Why not go for a natural tan?


The short answer: Because he is an idiot!


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 2:51 pm


The short answer: Because he is an idiot!


Cat
Sorry, I can't repeat a karma action without waiting 24 hours.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/19/20 at 2:53 pm


The short answer: Because he is an idiot!


Cat


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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/19/20 at 2:54 pm


Smudge the orange complexion?


He should try painting his face black. ;D

Subject: Coronavirus: Captain Tom Moore awarded knighthood for NHS fundraising

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/20 at 4:33 pm

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Captain Tom Moore is to be knighted for his fundraising efforts after a special nomination from the prime minister. The war veteran raised more than £32m for NHS charities by completing 100 laps of his garden before his 100th birthday in April. Boris Johnson said the centenarian had provided the country with "a beacon of light through the fog of coronavirus." As an honorary colonel, his official title will be Captain Sir Thomas Moore under Ministry of Defence protocol. The knighthood, which has been approved by the Queen, will be formally announced on Wednesday. Capt Tom, who was given the honorary title of colonel on his 100th birthday, had initially set out to raise £1,000 for NHS charities by walking laps of the 25-m (82ft) loop in his garden in Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire. But he eventually raised £32,794,701 from more than one and a half million supporters.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/19/20 at 6:38 pm


Why not go for a natural tan?


Bombarding yourself and your lungs with UV rays will also kill the virus!  ;)

Just kidding, it only gives you skin cancer. I don't recommend orange paint but fake tans are better than natural tanning or using solariums due to cancer and premature aging risks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/20 at 1:46 am


Bombarding yourself and your lungs with UV rays will also kill the virus!  ;)

Just kidding ...
I was going to say not proven yet!!!!  :)

Subject: Coronavirus: Serco apologises for sharing contact tracers' email addresses

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/20 at 1:47 am

Outsourcing firm Serco has apologised after accidentally sharing the email addresses of almost 300 contact tracers. The company is training staff to trace cases of Covid-19 for the UK government. It made the error when it emailed new trainees to tell them about training. Serco said it had apologised and would review its processes "to make sure that this does not happen again". Contact tracing is a system used to slow the spread of infectious diseases like coronavirus. It is already being used in other countries including Singapore and Germany. In the UK, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said 21,000 contact tracers have been hired, some of whom are healthcare professionals. They will gather contacts from Covid-19 patients and trace those people by phone or email to slow the spread of the disease in the community. Serco is one of the companies hiring, training and operating the 15,000 contact tracers who do not have clinical training. But the mistake may leave the firm in breach of data protection rules. It is understood that at least one member of staff has raised the issue with the Information Commissioner.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52732818

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/20 at 2:00 am



Believe it or not, he paints his face orange. His "morbidly obese figure?"  Well, that is another issue altogether.


Cat
....Fozzie Bear comes to mind here?

Subject: Coronavirus: India records highest spike despite strict lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/20 at 2:47 am

India recorded more than 5,200 new infections on Tuesday - its biggest spike so far in a single day. Its tally of confirmed cases is now over 106,000, with 61,149 active infections. The spike comes as the country begins to ease one of the world's most severe lockdowns, in which almost everything except essential services such as healthcare and food supplies was shut. While European countries have already peaked, experts have said that's yet to happen in India. Dr Randeep Guleria, director of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences, has said that cases could peak in June-July, which is also the flu season. But other epidemiologists believe the peak may vary from state to state, as the progress of the disease has also differed widely across regions. Maharashtra state alone, for instance, accounts for nearly 40% of India's confirmed cases - and along with Gujarat it makes up nearly 70% of the national death toll from the pandemic.

Subject: Rolls-Royce to cut 9,000 jobs amid virus crisis

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/20 at 4:44 am

Rolls-Royce has said it will cut 9,000 jobs and warned it will take "several years" for the airline industry to recover from the coronavirus pandemic. The firm, which makes engines for planes, said the reduction of nearly a fifth of its workforce would mainly affect its civil aerospace division. "This is not a crisis of our making. But it is the crisis that we face and must deal with," boss Warren East said. The bulk of the job cuts are expected to be in the UK.

Subject: Coronavirus: Diabetic people offered support

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/20 at 5:16 am

People with diabetes are being offered help and support as a study reveals some people with the condition may be at higher risk if they catch coronavirus. Although the threat of coronavirus is still low for most diabetic people, diabetes was linked to a third of virus deaths in England from 1 March to 11 May, NHS England research shows. High blood sugar levels and obesity add to the risk. But age is a bigger risk factor. People with type 1 or 2 diabetes are strongly advised to follow the government's coronavirus advice. Diabetics are not included in the list of people at highest risk who should shield at home, although some may be advised to shield if they are at significant risk due to a combination of health factors. There is a helpline and online advice which people with diabetes can use to help manage their condition during the coronavirus outbreak.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52726328

Subject: Coronavirus: UK to trace contacts of 10,000 new cases from 1 June

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/20 at 7:51 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said the UK will be capable of tracking the contacts of 10,000 new coronavirus cases a day by the start of June. At PMQs, Mr Johnson said there was "growing confidence" the UK would have a test, track and trace operation in place by 1 June, with 25,000 trackers. Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer had challenged the PM over the absence of a tracing system since March. Ministers are also planning to reopen some schools in England from 1 June. The PM was also questioned over testing in care homes during the pandemic.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52741331

Subject: Coronavirus: Watford FC and Burnley FC confirm positive tests

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/20 at 7:53 am

One player and two staff at Watford and Burnley assistant manager Ian Woan are among six positive Premier League tests for coronavirus. The other two are at a third club, the details of which have not been revealed. Players and staff who have tested positive will now self-isolate for seven days. It comes as squads started non-contact training on Tuesday, as the Premier League steps up plans for a restart.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/52726278

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 363 further deaths across the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/20 at 11:16 am

A further 363 deaths have been recorded across the UK in the past 24 hours, Oliver Dowden says. That takes the number of those testing positive who have died so far, according to Department of Health figures, to 35,704, although it is widely accepted that the overall figure is much higher. The culture secretary also confirms 177,216 tests were carried out in the past 24 years. That’s the biggest daily total to date and a huge increase on yesterday’s figure of just below 100,000. This, however, does not correspond to the number of people actually tested as some individuals are tested more than once.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 05/20/20 at 12:49 pm


....Fozzie Bear comes to mind here?


Why would you want to insult Fozzie Bear?


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/20 at 1:14 pm


Why would you want to insult Fozzie Bear?


Cat
WAKA-WAKA!!

Subject: Coronavirus: Brazil's daily death toll hits 1,000 for first time

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/20 at 1:42 pm

Brazil has reported more than 1,000 deaths in a single day from coronavirus for the first time amid warnings the outbreak is weeks away from its peak. The country has 271,628 confirmed cases but the true number is likely to be higher because of insufficient testing. Far-right President Jair Bolsonaro has repeatedly played down the risks of Covid-19. On Tuesday he again defended use of the unproven drug chloroquine as a remedy, despite alerts it may be unsafe. Mr Bolsonaro's repeated defiance of public health expert advice on Covid-19 has led to the resignation of two trained doctors as health minister in the past month. There is concern about the rapid spread of the virus in poor areas and indigenous communities which are more vulnerable to disease.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-52735178

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/21/20 at 4:03 pm

Deconfinement might have to turn quickly into reconfinement in Ontario. Our number of new cases is trending upwards. Last week it was hovering around 300 new cases a day and is now around 400 new cases a day.  :-\\

The sad thing is it was trending upwards even before phase 2 of deconfinement, where retail stores were allowed to open. It's been almost two weeks since phase 1 (where parks and flower shops and other seasonal activities were permitted) and I think that is the culprit.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dundee on 05/21/20 at 4:24 pm


Deconfinement might have to turn quickly into reconfinement in Ontario. Our number of new cases is trending upwards. Last week it was hovering around 300 new cases a day and is now around 400 new cases a day.  :-\\

The sad thing is it was trending upwards even before phase 2 of deconfinement, where retail stores were allowed to open. It's been almost two weeks since phase 1 (where parks and flower shops and other seasonal activities were permitted) and I think that is the culprit.
Wow it seems that Ontario had the exact same plan of deconfinement as Belgium :o

Sad to hear that it doesn't seem to be working :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/21/20 at 4:52 pm


Wow it seems that Ontario had the exact same plan of deconfinement as Belgium :o

Sad to hear that it doesn't seem to be working :(


It might be cultural. What works elsewhere might not work here and vice versa. Despite our weather we are a summer people. People voluntarily stay indoors in the winter but in the summer/spring it's impossible to keep people in.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/21/20 at 7:18 pm

Just goes to show that waiting and shutting down everything is not a solution. The solution is to build capacity and supplies to treat people. What they were supposed to be doing all along. This should have been a wake up call to the way we have been doing things. This won’t be the last pandemic, natural or man made.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/21/20 at 10:03 pm


Just goes to show that waiting and shutting down everything is not a solution. The solution is to build capacity and supplies to treat people. What they were supposed to be doing all along. This should have been a wake up call to the way we have been doing things. This won’t be the last pandemic, natural or man made.


I don't think I agree with that. I haven't seen any evidence that hospital care or medicine is effective in preventing deaths. There is no cure for this thing as far as I know, so if you get it, it's up to heaven and your immune system on whether you survive or not. Boris Johnson crows a lot about "Saving the NHS" but in the end the UK has more deaths than Italy and Spain where the healthcare system supposedly collapsed.

The best way to prevent death is if people don't catch it in the first place. Even if its legal to go outside it doesn't mean you should. People don't want to take any personal or civic responsibility and blame everything on the government. Outside I see kids (by kids I mean teens/young adults) playing hockey and riding their bikes together and other nonsense. They're all different races so I'm assuming they're not related either. On the news there was a certain "Apex Da Barber" who bragged about giving illicit haircuts and posting it on social media. People are wearing their stupidity like some badge of honour. With careless and reckless attitudes like this the disease will continue to spread.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/22/20 at 1:14 am

39 year-old pastor in Cameroon who claims he can heal COVID-19 with faith dies of the virus

I thought of putting this in the "Life on Mars" section, but this happened on this green and blue Planet Earth :o

Subject: Wilson Jerman: Ex-White House butler dies of coronavirus

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 2:04 am

A former White House butler, who worked for 11 presidents in a career that spanned five decades, has died of coronavirus aged 91.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-52748424

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 2:08 am


39 year-old pastor in Cameroon who claims he can heal COVID-19 with faith dies of the virus

I thought of putting this in the "Life on Mars" section, but this happened on this green and blue Planet Earth :o


I will place in the Celebrity Heaven board for you.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 2:11 am


Deconfinement might have to turn quickly into reconfinement in Ontario. Our number of new cases is trending upwards. Last week it was hovering around 300 new cases a day and is now around 400 new cases a day.  :-\\

The sad thing is it was trending upwards even before phase 2 of deconfinement, where retail stores were allowed to open. It's been almost two weeks since phase 1 (where parks and flower shops and other seasonal activities were permitted) and I think that is the culprit.
Please take good care.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Trump removes mask during factory visit

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 2:14 am

President Donald Trump says he wore a mask in a "back area" during a factory tour in Michigan, but removed it before facing the cameras. He told reporters he took off the facial covering at the Ford car plant because he "didn't want to give the press the pleasure of seeing it", and he was about to make a speech. Despite Michigan's attorney general urging the president to comply with health guidelines, the president insisted it was unnecessary because he is regularly tested for coronavirus.

A video of when he met the press is available to watch here, I hope it works in foreign lands:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/world-us-canada-52764899/trump-removes-mask-before-facing-cameras-at-car-factory

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): English school reopening plan questioned by councils

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 2:34 am

Many local councils in England have now said they cannot guarantee primary schools will reopen on 1 June, throwing government plans to get pupils back to class into chaos. Only 20 of 99 English councils to respond to a BBC Breakfast survey said they were advising schools to open more widely on Boris Johnson's target date. Of the 99 who responded, two thirds (68), could not guarantee schools would reopen to Reception, Year 1 and Year 6. There are concerns the wider opening of schools could lead to a second spike in Covid-19. Teaching unions also called for a more regional approach, with local authorities being given the final call.

Subject: Coronavirus: UK arrivals could face £1,000 fines if they break quarantine

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 2:42 am

Anyone arriving in the UK from abroad could be fined £1,000 if they fail to self-isolate for 14 days, the government is expected to announce. Under the plans, health officials would be able to carry out spot checks to check whether people were complying. The new rules, which will also apply to British people returning from abroad, are not expected to come into force until next month. Home Secretary Priti Patel will give more details at the daily briefing. As part of the plans, which are aimed at guarding against a second wave of coronavirus infections, all arrivals would be asked to fill in a form with their contact information. Road hauliers and medical officials would be exempt, as well as those arriving from the Republic of Ireland. However, people travelling from France will not be exempt, the government has previously confirmed, after it was initially suggested otherwise.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52765054

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Celebrities urge Muslims to celebrate Eid at home

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 4:06 am

Baker Nadiya Hussain and Citizen Khan creator Adil Ray are among those urging Muslims to "put others first" by sticking to social distancing guidelines when celebrating Eid this weekend. Traditionally, the festival is marked with communal prayers in mosques and visits to friends and family. But in a video posted online, Muslims were encouraged to stay at home and celebrate with their families online.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Brazil's death toll hits 20,047

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 4:28 am

Brazil's death toll hits 20,047 as fears grow Latin America could become the pandemic's next epicentre.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Ten South Sudan ministers test positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 4:31 am

Ten cabinet ministers in South Sudan are now confirmed to have contracted the coronavirus. Information Minister Michael Makuei has told the BBC that all members of the high-level task force on coronavirus - apart from the health minister - have tested positive for Covid-19. But he has denied reports that President Salva Kiir - who was also a member of the team - had tested positive. It comes just days after Vice-President Riek Machar announced he had tested positive alongside his wife, Defence Minister Angelina Teny. All of the infected ministers are now in self-isolation and the government says they are in good health. South Sudan has seen a sharp rise in coronavirus cases in recent days with more than 300 confirmed cases and six deaths. There are fears the virus could cause havoc given the healthcare system is barely functioning following decades of conflict.

Subject: Coronavirus: Snooker will resume in the UK, behind closed doors

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 4:33 am

Snooker will resume in the UK on 1 June with its first tournament since the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic. The Championship League event is to be staged behind closed doors at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes. All players, staff, and contractors will be tested before entering the venue, and will be kept in isolation until their results are known. Players will require a negative test in order to be eligible for the event. The Marshall Arena has been chosen as a venue because it has on-site accommodation, meaning everyone involved in the tournament - which ends on 11 June - can be contained on the complex. The tournament will involve 64 players, including current world champion Judd Trump.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): English school reopening plan questioned by councils

Written By: karen on 05/22/20 at 4:47 am


Many local councils in England have now said they cannot guarantee primary schools will reopen on 1 June, throwing government plans to get pupils back to class into chaos. Only 20 of 99 English councils to respond to a BBC Breakfast survey said they were advising schools to open more widely on Boris Johnson's target date. Of the 99 who responded, two thirds (68), could not guarantee schools would reopen to Reception, Year 1 and Year 6. There are concerns the wider opening of schools could lead to a second spike in Covid-19. Teaching unions also called for a more regional approach, with local authorities being given the final call.


I walked through the school grounds where I usually work and noticed the ground staff have been busy marking out the pavements with yellow lines two metres apart.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 4:50 am


I walked through the school grounds where I usually work and noticed the ground staff have been busy marking out the pavements with yellow lines two metres apart.
My granddaughter's school has remained open for the duration of lockdown and has been attending as a care centre, there is no mention yet of opening fully again. I may have more news on that tonight.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London bus fares to return as services increase

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 6:07 am

Charging for bus travel in London will resume on Saturday, Transport for London (TfL) has announced. The requirement to touch-in a contactless, Oyster or concessionary card when boarding will initially be required on 85 routes and will be rolled out across all buses "once further safety measures have been introduced to protect bus drivers". Twenty-nine London bus drivers have died after being infected with coronavirus, according to TfL. Passengers have not needed to present their payment card since 20 April in a bid to boost the safety of drivers. But the government is requiring TfL to resume the collection of bus fares as part of the £1.6bn bail out agreed last week. Bus services were ramped up to 85% of normal frequencies this week and TfL is working towards reinstating 100% of its timetables "as soon as possible".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/22/20 at 7:43 am


It might be cultural. What works elsewhere might not work here and vice versa. Despite our weather we are a summer people. People voluntarily stay indoors in the winter but in the summer/spring it's impossible to keep people in.  :(


People want to go out and enjoy the summer weather, I don't want to be kept inside cooped up with the air-conditioner on even though that would be nice.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/22/20 at 7:45 am


Just goes to show that waiting and shutting down everything is not a solution. The solution is to build capacity and supplies to treat people. What they were supposed to be doing all along. This should have been a wake up call to the way we have been doing things. This won’t be the last pandemic, natural or man made.


Why did Cuomo think that having the whole world stay home was a solution?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Trump removes mask during factory visit

Written By: Howard on 05/22/20 at 7:46 am


President Donald Trump says he wore a mask in a "back area" during a factory tour in Michigan, but removed it before facing the cameras. He told reporters he took off the facial covering at the Ford car plant because he "didn't want to give the press the pleasure of seeing it", and he was about to make a speech. Despite Michigan's attorney general urging the president to comply with health guidelines, the president insisted it was unnecessary because he is regularly tested for coronavirus.

A video of when he met the press is available to watch here, I hope it works in foreign lands:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/world-us-canada-52764899/trump-removes-mask-before-facing-cameras-at-car-factory


https://e3.365dm.com/20/05/768x432/skynews-donald-trump-coronavirus_4995889.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 05/22/20 at 7:48 am


My granddaughter's school has remained open for the duration of lockdown and has been attending as a care centre, there is no mention yet of opening fully again. I may have more news on that tonight.


Our school has also been open for all children of key workers. Not that many choosing to use it at the moment apparently. But they are getting ready for Reception and Years 1, 2 and 6 going back on June 1st

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 7:55 am


Our school has also been open for all children of key workers. Not that many choosing to use it at the moment apparently. But they are getting ready for Reception and Years 1, 2 and 6 going back on June 1st
It says on the website for the school 'There are no events for the next 10 weeks.' So I can imagine nothing is set for a full time return.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Further 351 coronavirus deaths across the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 8:57 am

A further 351 people have died from coronavirus across the UK, taking the official total to 36,393. The latest Department of Health figures show 140,497 tests took place as of 09:00 BST today.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/22/20 at 9:06 am


Why did Cuomo think that having the whole world stay home was a solution?


It was supposed to be temporary while we increased capacity. Cuomo and some other governors did put out orders to increase capacity. I don’t know if they also provided the funding to make it possible.

Sure people can stay safer from everything if they hole themselves up in their house for the rest of their life. Nobody go do anything, nobody go to work, let the economy die and let the government ration and deliver enough supplies to sustain life. It might save lives but it’s not even worth living. It’s not a solution.

I was just reading something this morning that we are at about a 3% hospitalizations rate and a 0.3% death rate. So 90% of those hospitalized recover. I’ll have to find it but I have to get ready for work now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 9:10 am


https://e3.365dm.com/20/05/768x432/skynews-donald-trump-coronavirus_4995889.jpg
Thank you for the update.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): R number remains steady in UK - scientific advisers

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 9:12 am

The R number - showing the reproductive rate of coronavirus - has remained steady for the second week in a row, scientific advisers say. The number was between 0.7 and 1 across the UK. It indicates the average number of people that will contract coronavirus from an infected person. There is a time lag in the data though, with the R number released today relating to what was happening two to three weeks ago.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 10:53 am


https://e3.365dm.com/20/05/768x432/skynews-donald-trump-coronavirus_4995889.jpg
How long did he keep this face mask on?

Subject: Coronavirus: Quarantine plans for UK arrivals unveiled

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 11:43 am

People arriving in the UK must self-isolate for 14 days from 8 June to help slow the spread of coronavirus, the government has said. Travellers will need to tell the government where they will quarantine, with enforcement through random spot checks and £1,000 fines in England. Home Secretary Priti Patel said the measure would "reduce the risk of cases crossing our border". Lorry drivers, seasonal farm workers, and coronavirus medics will be exempt. The requirement will also not apply to those travelling from the Republic of Ireland, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. According to the Home Office, the new policy will be in place across the UK, although how it is enforced in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will be determined by the devolved administrations. If a person does not have suitable accommodation to go to, they will be required to stay in "facilities arranged by the government".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52774854

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): When will dentists reopen in the UK?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/20 at 11:45 am

Sir Patrick Vallance says there are "some risks" in professions like dentistry, because of close working. The government is working on guidance, he adds.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Trump removes mask during factory visit

Written By: CatwomanofV on 05/22/20 at 1:19 pm


https://e3.365dm.com/20/05/768x432/skynews-donald-trump-coronavirus_4995889.jpg


Can we just use duct tape instead?


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/22/20 at 2:10 pm


It was supposed to be temporary while we increased capacity. Cuomo and some other governors did put out orders to increase capacity. I don’t know if they also provided the funding to make it possible.

Sure people can stay safer from everything if they hole themselves up in their house for the rest of their life. Nobody go do anything, nobody go to work, let the economy die and let the government ration and deliver enough supplies to sustain life. It might save lives but it’s not even worth living. It’s not a solution.

I was just reading something this morning that we are at about a 3% hospitalizations rate and a 0.3% death rate. So 90% of those hospitalized recover. I’ll have to find it but I have to get ready for work now.


Staying home does really nothing for you except you have the TV to watch, raiding the refrigerator for food and using the computer, other than that you're just cooped up in your own house.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/22/20 at 2:11 pm


How long did he keep this face mask on?


He took it off right after cause he didn't want to conduct a meeting with it on.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Trump removes mask during factory visit

Written By: Howard on 05/22/20 at 2:12 pm


Can we just use duct tape instead?


Cat


O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Trump removes mask during factory visit

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/22/20 at 2:16 pm


Can we just use duct tape instead?


Cat


http://www.inthe00s.com/index.php?topic=26264.msg3901487#msg3901487

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Trump removes mask during factory visit

Written By: CatwomanofV on 05/22/20 at 2:28 pm


http://www.inthe00s.com/index.php?topic=26264.msg3901487#msg3901487



Exactly!


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Trump removes mask during factory visit

Written By: nally on 05/22/20 at 4:46 pm


Can we just use duct tape instead?


Cat

Agreed! :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/23/20 at 6:46 am

The weekend is here and so is COVID-19. The weather is absolutely gorgeous at 25-30°C and I'm terrified.  :-X Second wave of coronvirus looks all but confirmed here.

https://i.imgur.com/u9mwwDU.png

https://i.imgur.com/8qCmwUW.png

As you can see, daily new cases bottomed out on May 10 and have been increasing since. We were on our way to containing COVID-19 but we slipped. Phase 1 of deconfinment started May 4 and the second part May 19. I don't think the results of Phase 2 are going to be visible until a few weeks later... it's going to be ugly.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 4:32 am


The weekend is here and so is COVID-19. The weather is absolutely gorgeous at 25-30°C and I'm terrified.  :-X Second wave of coronvirus looks all but confirmed here.

https://i.imgur.com/u9mwwDU.png

https://i.imgur.com/8qCmwUW.png

As you can see, daily new cases bottomed out on May 10 and have been increasing since. We were on our way to containing COVID-19 but we slipped. Phase 1 of deconfinment started May 4 and the second part May 19. I don't think the results of Phase 2 are going to be visible until a few weeks later... it's going to be ugly.  :-\\

Events of few weeks in the UK, VE Day and a Bank Holiday Weekend, with hot weather, are producing fears for now in the UK...

Coronavirus outbreak sees Weston hospital close to new patients
https://www.thewestonmercury.co.uk/news/outbreak-of-coronavirus-at-weston-general-hospital-1-6669079

Subject: Coronavirus: Tory MPs urge Dominic Cummings to resign

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 4:39 am

Several Conservative MPs have called for the PM's chief adviser Dominic Cummings to quit, amid claims he broke coronavirus lockdown rules. The aide is facing allegations of a second trip to the North East, reported by The Observer and Sunday Mirror. Downing Street says this is "false" and cabinet minister Grant Shapps says Mr Cummings - who has been seen going into No 10 - will not quit. Steve Baker is among nine backbench MPs to publicly question his position. Mr Cummings refused to answer questions on the fresh allegations from reporters and TV crews outside his London home on Sunday. On Saturday, he and the government had said he acted "reasonably and legally" in response to the original claims that he drove 260 miles from London to County Durham with his wife, who had coronavirus symptoms. Labour has called for an urgent inquiry into the allegations, while government ministers rallied around Mr Cummings on Saturday and defended his conduct.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52789404

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 4:42 am


Several Conservative MPs have called for the PM's chief adviser Dominic Cummings to quit, amid claims he broke coronavirus lockdown rules. The aide is facing allegations of a second trip to the North East, reported by The Observer and Sunday Mirror. Downing Street says this is "false" and cabinet minister Grant Shapps says Mr Cummings - who has been seen going into No 10 - will not quit. Steve Baker is among nine backbench MPs to publicly question his position. Mr Cummings refused to answer questions on the fresh allegations from reporters and TV crews outside his London home on Sunday. On Saturday, he and the government had said he acted "reasonably and legally" in response to the original claims that he drove 260 miles from London to County Durham with his wife, who had coronavirus symptoms. Labour has called for an urgent inquiry into the allegations, while government ministers rallied around Mr Cummings on Saturday and defended his conduct.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52789404
It is the simple matter set BY THE GOVERNMENT to "Stay At Home", it is not OK for Dominic Cummings MP when showing coronavirus symptoms to travel 250 miles to Durham to his parents!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK turns to delivery cream teas during lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 5:13 am

Online searches for cream teas and afternoon teas to be delivered have surged since the UK went into lockdown, search data has suggested. Afternoon tea treats topped the list of most increased searches for "delivery" queries in the UK, analysis of data from Google Trends showed. Other popular terms included TGI, Nando's, takeaways and cakes, as people looked for a "pick-me-up" treat. People have also been trying to make sure Royal Mail delivers on a Saturday.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/cpsprodpb/B0C3/production/_112415254_creamtea-nc.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Athletes given post-lockdown training advice

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 5:51 am

The government has given the go-ahead for elite athletes to return to contact training - when individual sports deem it safe to do so. The government advises beginning with clusters of two or three athletes, then progressing to groups of four to 12 and ultimately full team training. It is up to individual sports to assess the risk and consult athletes, coaches and support staff. The Premier League will discuss the guidance at a meeting on Wednesday.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Schools in England reopening on 1 June confirmed, PM

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 6:02 am

Parents and teachers should prepare for the phased reopening of schools in England to start on 1 June as planned, the prime minister has confirmed. Boris Johnson said the government intended to reopen then for early years pupils, Reception, Year 1 and Year 6. On June 15, up to a quarter of Year 10 and Year 12 will be allowed "some contact" to help prepare for exams. Schools closed on 20 March, except for key workers' children and vulnerable children, as Covid-19 spread in the UK.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What is Capt Tom's £33m being spent on?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 6:31 am

The extraordinary fundraising achievement of Capt Tom Moore - now Sir Capt Tom Moore - has been well documented. But what is the money raised being spent on? The £32.8m raised by the centenarian was in aid of the health service's charitable wing, NHS Charities Together. It is part of an overall £116m collected for the fund as part of its Covid-19 Urgent Appeal. Some £20m has been spent so far. Despite publicity given to shortages of protective clothing for staff and the need for medical apparatus, these are classed as "core" equipment and funded by the taxpayer. The focus of Charities Together is the comfort and wellbeing of staff and patients - things that, in the words of one NHS worker, "make their working lives easier".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Dominic Cummings MP is due to make a statement

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 6:46 am


Several Conservative MPs have called for the PM's chief adviser Dominic Cummings to quit, amid claims he broke coronavirus lockdown rules. The aide is facing allegations of a second trip to the North East, reported by The Observer and Sunday Mirror. Downing Street says this is "false" and cabinet minister Grant Shapps says Mr Cummings - who has been seen going into No 10 - will not quit. Steve Baker is among nine backbench MPs to publicly question his position. Mr Cummings refused to answer questions on the fresh allegations from reporters and TV crews outside his London home on Sunday. On Saturday, he and the government had said he acted "reasonably and legally" in response to the original claims that he drove 260 miles from London to County Durham with his wife, who had coronavirus symptoms. Labour has called for an urgent inquiry into the allegations, while government ministers rallied around Mr Cummings on Saturday and defended his conduct.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52789404
Dominic Cummings MP is due to make a statement to the press and will face questions this afternoon.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India flights resume amid queues and chaos

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 8:48 am

Long queues and chaos greeted passengers at Indian airports as the country partially restarted domestic air travel after two months of coronavirus lockdown. But dozens of flights were cancelled, leaving thousands of passengers stranded. India has stepped up preventive measures ahead of resuming domestic flights. At airports, passengers have their body temperatures scanned and security officials are checking that travellers have downloaded a compulsory government-backed tracing app. Other measures include the disinfecting of shoes and luggage.

Subject: Coronavirus: Drivers plan to walk more to keep cleaner air of lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 9:41 am

British drivers are ready to change their behaviour to maintain the cleaner air of the lockdown and protect the environment, a survey suggests. Of the 20,000 motorists polled for the AA, half said they would walk more and 40% intended to drive less. Four in five would take some action to reduce their impact on air quality. It comes after researchers warned the dramatic improvements in air quality in recent weeks could be quickly reversed as the coronavirus restrictions ease.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest coronavirus hospital deaths across England

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 11:45 am

NHS England has announced 59 new deaths of people who tested positive for Covid-19, bringing the total number of confirmed reported deaths in hospitals in England to 25,750.

Of the 59 new deaths announced on Sunday:

19 occurred on 24 May
28 occurred on 23 May
Five occurred on 22 May

The remaining seven new deaths took place between 16 and 21 May

Yesterday the government said in total 36,793 people had died having tested positive for coronavirus across all settings, including hospitals and care homes.

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Subject: Coronavirus: 'I don't regret what I did,' says Dominic Cummings

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 12:21 pm

The PM's chief adviser Dominic Cummings has said "I don't regret what I did" as he explained his actions during the coronavirus lockdown. He said he did not to tell the prime minister when he decided to drive his family 260 miles during lockdown, when his wife developed Covid-19 symptoms. He told reporters he believed he was acting "reasonably" and within the law. Mr Cummings said he had not considered resigning over the issue - but should have made a statement on it earlier. "I don't think I am so different and that is one rule for me and one rule for other people," he said in a statement to reporters in the Downing Street garden.

A video of his full statement can be seen here:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52800595

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 05/25/20 at 1:11 pm

Bournemouth in England today. Guess the lockdown is over then?

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EY4aNuvWoAAt5MN?format=jpg

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Markets and car showrooms to open from 1 June

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 1:26 pm

PM Boris Johnson says: "Today I want to give the retail sector notice of our intention to reopen shops so they too can get ready." He says the government intends for outdoor markets and car show rooms to open from 1 June. He adds: "From 15 June, we intend to allow all other non-essential retail... to reopen." He says this will only be permitted for premises that are "Covid-secure".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 1:29 pm


Bournemouth in England today. Guess the lockdown is over then?

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EY4aNuvWoAAt5MN?format=jpg
Are they all staying alert?

Certainly not staying at home as much as possible?

Where are they facemasks?

Keep your distance when you go out!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Former NBA star Patrick Ewing released from hospital

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/20 at 4:31 pm

Patrick Ewing, former NBA star and Georgetown basketball coach, has been released from hospital after testing positive for coronavirus, his son confirmed on Monday. The former New York Knicks player announced that he had tested positive for the virus on Friday. His son, Patrick Ewing Jr. said on Twitter: "My father is now home and getting better. We'll continue to watch his symptoms and follow the CDC guidelines. I hope everyone continues to stay safe and protect yourselves and your loved ones." Ewing features in the recent The Last Dance documentary, which is based on Michael Jordan's all-conquering Chicago Bulls and their hunt for a sixth NBA title in the 1997-98 season.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/25/20 at 11:34 pm


Bournemouth in England today. Guess the lockdown is over then?

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EY4aNuvWoAAt5MN?format=jpg


Guess I don't have to feel alone in being terrified!

https://postmediatorontosun.files.wordpress.com/2020/05/crowd.jpg

FML. 10,000 people decided to show up at Trinity Bellwoods Park in Toronto on Saturday. Even though I'm sure the average IQ in this photo is below 80, I'm not even that angry at them, it was like 30°C that day. Today it was 33°C, tomorrow it will be 31°C and then 30°C the day after. I'm ultra introvert but I can't stand staying indoors in the summer. But I'm gonna try.  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 363 further deaths across the UK

Written By: nally on 05/26/20 at 1:03 am


Are they all staying alert?

Certainly not staying at home as much as possible?

Where are they facemasks?

Keep your distance when you go out!

My thoughts exactly!

It is similar in certain beaches in certain counties in California where such places are allowed to open; my guess is that they came out here because L.A. County beaches are not allowed to open yet. Thankfully I didn't have to be out in it!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 1:19 am


My thoughts exactly!

It is similar in certain beaches in certain counties in California where such places are allowed to open; my guess is that they came out here because L.A. County beaches are not allowed to open yet. Thankfully I didn't have to be out in it!
I fear that second peak in a few weeks time, and it may have already started, due to the gatherings of people from the holiday weekend a couple of weekends back.

A hospital in Somerset has stopped accepting new patients due to a high number of coronavirus cases.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 05/26/20 at 1:25 am


I fear that second peak in a few weeks time, and it may have already started, due to the gatherings of people from the holiday weekend a couple of weekends back.

And it was a holiday weekend in the U.S. these past few days, hence the crowds...disobeying the stay-at-home and social distancing mandates.



A hospital in Somerset has stopped accepting new patients due to a high number of coronavirus cases.

:-[

Subject: Coronavirus: WHO halts trials of hydroxychloroquine over safety fears

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 2:05 am

Testing of the malaria drug hydroxychloroquine as a possible treatment for coronavirus has been halted because of safety fears, the World Health Organization (WHO) says. Trials in several countries are being "temporarily" suspended as a precaution, the agency said on Monday. It comes after a recent medical study suggested the drug could increase the risk of patients dying from Covid-19. President Donald Trump has said he is taking the drug to ward off the virus. The US president has repeatedly promoted the anti-malarial drug, against medical advice and despite warnings from public health officials that it could cause heart problems.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52799120

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 05/26/20 at 2:35 am


And it was a holiday weekend in the U.S. these past few days, hence the crowds...disobeying the stay-at-home and social distancing mandates.



It was a holiday weekend in the U.K. too. Different holiday, same effect

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): First case in South Australia in weeks

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 3:12 am

South Australia has seen its first confirmed coronavirus case in almost three weeks. Officials said an overseas traveller had come to Victoria where she was quarantined for less than a week before then traveling on to South Australia. The quarantine was shortened because she was given an exemption "for compelling family reasons". She tested positive on arrival at Adelaide Airport. The woman in her 50s is now isolated and authorities are trying to trace whoever she was in contact with while travelling.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Russia records highest daily death toll

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 4:02 am

Russia has recorded its highest daily death toll of 174 in the past 24 hours, pushing the nationwide total to 3,807. Officials reported 8,915 new infections on Tuesday, taking the total number of cases to 362,342 across 85 regions. Moscow (2,830), Moscow Region (817) and St Petersburg (363) are the top three regions in terms of new cases. A total of 131,129 patients have fully recovered across the country.

Subject: Coronavirus: Sports events in March 'caused increased suffering and death'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 4:31 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/12C53/production/_112438867_cheltenhampa.jpg
More than 250,000 people flocked to Cheltenham for its annual horse racing festival in March

Two major sporting events held in March "caused increased suffering and death", the scientist leading the UK's largest Covid-19 tracking project has said. Data gathered from millions of volunteers found coronavirus "hotspots" shortly after the Cheltenham Festival and Liverpool's Champions League match against Atletico Madrid. Professor Tim Spector said rates of cases locally "increased several-fold". The government said many factors could influence cases in a particular area. Less than three months ago sport across the UK was continuing as normal, despite the impending threat of coronavirus - which had already prompted some European countries to stage such events without spectators, or completely call them off. Sports governing bodies in the UK were taking their cue from Prime Minister Boris Johnson who declared in early March that people should "as far as possible, go about business as usual".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52797002

I just knew that these events could had cause higher amount of deaths.

Subject: Can coronavirus affect eyesight?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 5:58 am

UK PM Boris Johnson said on Monday that he had experienced problems with his eyesight after having coronavirus. The admission came after Mr Johnson's chief aide, Dominic Cummings, said the reason he made a 60-mile round trip by car to Barnard Castle during the country's lockdown was to test his eyes on the road. So does Covid-19 affect a person's eyesight? Well, eye symptoms with the virus are rare but not unheard of, experts say. Similar infections can cause viral conjunctivitis, which makes the eyes water and feel gritty and uncomfortable, rather than painful.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Pakistan may reimpose lockdown as cases rise

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 6:47 am

Pakistan's top health official has warned that lockdown might resume as cases and deaths rise. Dr Zafar Mirza urged citizens to follow social distancing measures, warning that a "strict lockdown" was on the cards if infections continued to swell. Pakistan lifted its lockdown in phases, starting earlier this month. The country has more than 57,000 confirmed cases and 1,197 deaths so far. "I want to warn Pakistanis that if you don't take precautionary measures, this crisis could turn into a huge tragedy," said Dr Mirza.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/26/20 at 7:35 am


Bournemouth in England today. Guess the lockdown is over then?

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EY4aNuvWoAAt5MN?format=jpg


Nobody is wearing a mask.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/26/20 at 7:37 am


Guess I don't have to feel alone in being terrified!

https://postmediatorontosun.files.wordpress.com/2020/05/crowd.jpg

FML. 10,000 people decided to show up at Trinity Bellwoods Park in Toronto on Saturday. Even though I'm sure the average IQ in this photo is below 80, I'm not even that angry at them, it was like 30°C that day. Today it was 33°C, tomorrow it will be 31°C and then 30°C the day after. I'm ultra introvert but I can't stand staying indoors in the summer. But I'm gonna try.  :-X


I'd rather be outdoors than being cooped up in the house with the air-conditioner on.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 7:50 am


I'd rather be outdoors than being cooped up in the house with the air-conditioner on.
I rather be indoors than outdoors, keeping safe.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Lowest UK weekly death toll for six weeks

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 7:52 am

The Office for National Statistics says there were 3,810 deaths involving coronavirus in England and Wales during the week ending 15 May - the lowest weekly number recorded in the last six weeks. Coronavirus accounted for just over 25% of all deaths in the UK that week. The latest figures from the National Records of Scotland, published last week, showed 3,546 deaths had been registered in Scotland up to 17 May. The latest figures from the Northern Ireland Statistics and Research Agency, also published last week, showed 664 deaths in Northern Ireland up to 20 May. The ONS's publication also looked at "excess deaths" in England and Wales - in other words how many more deaths were registered in the first 20 weeks of 2020 compared with the five-year average for the same time of year. An analysis of that data found there was no additional risk of dying during that period for people under the age of 45.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/5/26/51da9873-5c4a-4221-8de0-2a9fdf8ceaed.png

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US pool-party revellers told to self-isolate

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 7:59 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/5/26/afe4d8ec-1949-4acf-a82f-365088962a3d.jpg
In Missouri, revellers partied on the Lake of the Ozarks, violating social-distancing rules

American revellers who were pictured flouting social-distancing guidelines in the US state of Missouri have been urged to self-isolate unless they test negative for Covid-19. Large crowds descended on the Lake of the Ozarks over the Memorial Day weekend in violation of coronavirus rules. One image showed a party in a swimming pool, crammed full of people huddled in close proximity to each other. Those images prompted the Department of Public Health for St Louis County to issue an advisory to those who “showed no efforts to follow social-distancing practices” on Monday. “This reckless behaviour endangers countless people and risks setting us back substantially from the progress we have made in slowing the spread of Covid-19,” the county’s executive, Dr Sam Page, said. “I encourage everyone to follow the Department of Public Health advisory to determine a safe path forward in the workplace.”

Oh dear?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mexico City records ‘8,000 excess deaths’

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 8:12 am

Mexico's capital has registered 8,072 more deaths than usual in the first five months of this year, a study has found, casting doubt on the country’s official coronavirus figures. The total number of deaths in Mexico City was 39,173 between 1 January and 20 May this year, compared with 31,101 on average during the same period in the previous four years, the study said. So far, Mexico City’s health authorities have confirmed 1,655 coronavirus-related deaths since the pandemic started. The true death toll is believed to be much higher but, due to a lack of testing, an accurate figure is difficult to establish. The study estimates that around 25% of the “excess mortality” it reported was attributable to Covid-19. "While studying excess deaths allows us to identify a higher mortality rate during the Covid-19 crisis, it is not sufficient to attribute it directly or solely to the virus," Laurianne Despeghel, one of the study’s authors, said. Mexico has recorded 7,633 deaths and 71,105 infections, figures from a US university show.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/26/20 at 8:27 am


I rather be indoors than outdoors, keeping safe.


spend a little inside to get cool then a few minutes outside for the sunshine.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): TfL calls on businesses to continue home working

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 10:21 am

London's businesses should continue to allow staff to work from home where possible despite travel restrictions being eased, Transport for London (TfL) has said. Employers can "play a part in controlling the coronavirus" by reducing the number of people who need to commute, the transport body added. Firms have also been asked to limit the number of deliveries and servicing trips - or ensure they are carried out during off-peak periods - to cut congestion. About 75% of Tube services and 85% of bus services are currently running but TfL has warned even when frequencies return to normal, the number of passengers who can travel "safely" would be "constrained to around 13%-15%". London's transport commissioner, Mike Brown, said the number of services running were being increased "as quickly as possible... but a huge transport challenge remains". "We and London's businesses need to work closely together, as we always do, to ensure that their employees can get around safely," he said.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): McLaren to cut 1,200 jobs as virus hits demand

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 10:34 am

Supercar manufacturer and Formula One team McLaren said it plans to lay off 25% of its workforce, the vast majority in the UK. About 1,200 jobs will be lost across its operations, with the Surrey-based firm saying it had been “severely affected by the current pandemic”. McLaren said the new annual spending cap for Formula One teams had also led to job losses.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 11:01 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/5/26/afe4d8ec-1949-4acf-a82f-365088962a3d.jpg
In Missouri, revellers partied on the Lake of the Ozarks, violating social-distancing rules

American revellers who were pictured flouting social-distancing guidelines in the US state of Missouri have been urged to self-isolate unless they test negative for Covid-19. Large crowds descended on the Lake of the Ozarks over the Memorial Day weekend in violation of coronavirus rules. One image showed a party in a swimming pool, crammed full of people huddled in close proximity to each other. Those images prompted the Department of Public Health for St Louis County to issue an advisory to those who “showed no efforts to follow social-distancing practices” on Monday. “This reckless behaviour endangers countless people and risks setting us back substantially from the progress we have made in slowing the spread of Covid-19,” the county’s executive, Dr Sam Page, said. “I encourage everyone to follow the Department of Public Health advisory to determine a safe path forward in the workplace.”

Oh dear?
No face or swimming masks?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/26/20 at 11:48 am

Bank lobbies opened today. Now it’s acceptable to go in with gloves and a ski mask.

I’m surprised I haven’t seen many ski masks used. It’s something that just about everyone from cold climate has laying around, and it won’t irritate your ears or come loose. Well now it would be too hot for it but less than 2 weeks ago it was snowing and below freezing.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US pool-party revellers told to self-isolate

Written By: nally on 05/26/20 at 12:21 pm


I rather be indoors than outdoors, keeping safe.

Same with me.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US pool-party revellers told to self-isolate

Written By: nally on 05/26/20 at 12:22 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/5/26/afe4d8ec-1949-4acf-a82f-365088962a3d.jpg
In Missouri, revellers partied on the Lake of the Ozarks, violating social-distancing rules

American revellers who were pictured flouting social-distancing guidelines in the US state of Missouri have been urged to self-isolate unless they test negative for Covid-19. Large crowds descended on the Lake of the Ozarks over the Memorial Day weekend in violation of coronavirus rules. One image showed a party in a swimming pool, crammed full of people huddled in close proximity to each other. Those images prompted the Department of Public Health for St Louis County to issue an advisory to those who “showed no efforts to follow social-distancing practices” on Monday. “This reckless behaviour endangers countless people and risks setting us back substantially from the progress we have made in slowing the spread of Covid-19,” the county’s executive, Dr Sam Page, said. “I encourage everyone to follow the Department of Public Health advisory to determine a safe path forward in the workplace.”

Oh dear?

No face or swimming masks?


What is it with people?! >:(

Subject: Coronavirus: First Google/Apple-based contact-tracing app launched

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 12:44 pm

The team developing Switzerland's coronavirus contact-tracing app says it has become the first to have launched a product incorporating a technology provided by Apple and Google.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52807635

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 05/26/20 at 1:23 pm


Bank lobbies opened today. Now it’s acceptable to go in with gloves and a ski mask.

I’m surprised I haven’t seen many ski masks used. It’s something that just about everyone from cold climate has laying around, and it won’t irritate your ears or come loose. Well now it would be too hot for it but less than 2 weeks ago it was snowing and below freezing.


Don't ski masks leave the mouth exposed, the very thing that needs to be covered, along with the nose?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Clampdown on barbers offering haircuts during lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 1:35 pm

A BBC investigation which found businesses offering haircuts during lockdown has led to 30 barber shops in Kent being ordered to cease trading. Trading standards issued prohibition notices to premises suspected of breaking legislation intended to halt the spread of coronavirus. It came after BBC South East found 19 of 50 barbers contacted by phone were still offering appointments. Hairdressers and barbers are not expected to reopen before 4 July.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Ryanair to resume flights to 'key holiday airports'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 1:52 pm

Ryanair, which has its UK base at Stansted, has confirmed plans to ramp up flights to 40% of its normal schedule from 1 July. The airline said it would operate flights to "key holiday airports" in Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece and Cyprus. The firm said all passengers would have to wear face masks in airports and on board, as well as ask cabin crew for permission to use the toilet to avoid queues. Meanwhile, Luton-based EasyJet announced last week it would resume flights from 15 June, mainly within the UK and France, while British Airways is due to launch "a meaningful return to service in July". The UK is to impose a 14-day quarantine requirement for anyone arriving in the country from 8 June, but the rules will be reviewed every three weeks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 05/26/20 at 2:01 pm

I am in a dilemma. Our governor has lifted the closures of hair salons with restrictions. One hair stylist & one client within so many feet-both must wear masks. (The shop I go to is so small-only 2 chairs so that means only one at a time.)  Temp taken at the door. Only hair (no nails, no waxing). My place is rescheduling appointments that were cancelled starting with the ones in March. (Mine was in April). My dilemma-do I go in or not go in? I will PROBABLY be safe because my area hasn't been hard hit. My county only has had 50 cases-1 death. The county on the other side of us is in New York and they have a lot more cases/deaths. I don't know if any of the clients are from there. With only the two of us in the shop and both wearing masks, it shouldn't be too bad. But, she will be more exposed than me because of all the people she works on. Right now, I have a BIG gray streak on the top of my head. Is it time to go natural? (I have been coloring it since I was 19-had been going gray since the ripe old age of 15.) Decisions, decisions.  :-\\ :-\\


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/26/20 at 2:05 pm


Bank lobbies opened today. Now it’s acceptable to go in with gloves and a ski mask.

I’m surprised I haven’t seen many ski masks used. It’s something that just about everyone from cold climate has laying around, and it won’t irritate your ears or come loose. Well now it would be too hot for it but less than 2 weeks ago it was snowing and below freezing.


I'm afraid if you go into a bank with a ski mask tellers might think you're about to rob the place.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 2:06 pm


I am in a dilemma. Our governor has lifted the closures of hair salons with restrictions. One hair stylist & one client within so many feet-both must wear masks. (The shop I go to is so small-only 2 chairs so that means only one at a time.)  Temp taken at the door. Only hair (no nails, no waxing). My place is rescheduling appointments that were cancelled starting with the ones in March. (Mine was in April). My dilemma-do I go in or not go in? I will PROBABLY be safe because my area hasn't been hard hit. My county only has had 50 cases-1 death. The county on the other side of us is in New York and they have a lot more cases/deaths. I don't know if any of the clients are from there. With only the two of us in the shop and both wearing masks, it shouldn't be too bad. But, she will be more exposed than me because of all the people she works on. Right now, I have a BIG gray streak on the top of my head. Is it time to go natural? (I have been coloring it since I was 19-had been going gray since the ripe old age of 15.) Decisions, decisions.  :-\\ :-\\


Cat
Same decisions here for when the shops reopen, go to the shops or not?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 2:06 pm


I'm afraid if you go into a bank with a ski mask tellers might think you're about to rob the place.
The same applies with crash helmets.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/26/20 at 2:22 pm


The same applies with crash helmets.


https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hPrcSNhUWHQ/maxresdefault.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 3:08 pm


https://i.ytimg.com/vi/hPrcSNhUWHQ/maxresdefault.jpg
Very villainous?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): G7 meeting 'to go ahead at White House'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 3:09 pm

The G7 summit of world leaders will still happen “towards the end of June” and will take place at the White House in Washington DC despite coronavirus precautions, White House spokeswoman Kayleigh McEnany has said. She told a briefing that US President Donald Trump sees the summit as a great "example of reopening in his transition to greatness" - a phrase the Trump administration has used to characterise the reopening of states' economies. "We will protect world leaders who come here just like we protect people at the White House," McEnany adds. Two White House staff members have tested positive for the coronavirus. One of them returned to work earlier today.

Subject: Coronavirus: UK authorises anti-viral drug remdesivir

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/20 at 5:03 pm

A drug treatment called remdesivir that appears to shorten recovery time for people with coronavirus is being made available on the NHS. Health Secretary Matt Hancock said it was probably the biggest step forward in the treatment of coronavirus since the crisis began. Remdesivir is an anti-viral medicine that has been used against Ebola. UK regulators say there is enough evidence to approve its use in selected Covid-19 hospital patients. For the time being and due to limited supplies, it will go to those most likely to benefit.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52805828

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 05/26/20 at 5:17 pm


I am in a dilemma. Our governor has lifted the closures of hair salons with restrictions. One hair stylist & one client within so many feet-both must wear masks. (The shop I go to is so small-only 2 chairs so that means only one at a time.)  Temp taken at the door. Only hair (no nails, no waxing). My place is rescheduling appointments that were cancelled starting with the ones in March. (Mine was in April). My dilemma-do I go in or not go in? I will PROBABLY be safe because my area hasn't been hard hit. My county only has had 50 cases-1 death. The county on the other side of us is in New York and they have a lot more cases/deaths. I don't know if any of the clients are from there. With only the two of us in the shop and both wearing masks, it shouldn't be too bad. But, she will be more exposed than me because of all the people she works on. Right now, I have a BIG gray streak on the top of my head. Is it time to go natural? (I have been coloring it since I was 19-had been going gray since the ripe old age of 15.) Decisions, decisions.  :-\\ :-\\


Cat


Ask to have the first appointment of the day so the chair and other equipment should be clean.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Clampdown on barbers offering haircuts during lockdown

Written By: karen on 05/26/20 at 5:19 pm


A BBC investigation which found businesses offering haircuts during lockdown has led to 30 barber shops in Kent being ordered to cease trading. Trading standards issued prohibition notices to premises suspected of breaking legislation intended to halt the spread of coronavirus. It came after BBC South East found 19 of 50 barbers contacted by phone were still offering appointments. Hairdressers and barbers are not expected to reopen before 4 July.


We walked past a place over the weekend that was open and a woman was cutting a lads hair. We weren’t 100% certain one way or the other about the rules. I was fairly sure the place should still have been closed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 1:16 am


We walked past a place over the weekend that was open and a woman was cutting a lads hair. We weren’t 100% certain one way or the other about the rules. I was fairly sure the place should still have been closed.
I can tell my barbers are closed the shutter is pulled down.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Venezuela 'not prepared for pandemic'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 1:23 am

Human Rights Watch are warning that the Venezuelan healthcare system is not prepared for the pandemic and that this will be both a danger for the Venezuelans as well as the entire region. Venezuela has 1,211 confirmed infections and 11 deaths but HRW says the real number is "almost certainly much higher" due to limited reliable testing and a lack of transparency. The situation in the country "may drive people to try to leave the country, further straining the health systems of neighboring countries and imperiling regional health more broadly,” the NGO cites Kathleen Page of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine as saying. Colombian president Iván Duque has called the situation in Venezuela "a time bomb".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/27/20 at 1:45 am

Ontario opened up testing to asymptomatic people. Essentially, anyone can get a test if they want one. They're still advising to only get a test if you have good reason to think you might be infected.

I would greet this news, but it seems to me they've given up on contact tracing and are just relying on people to get tested if they think they're sick, which I bet many people won't.  :-X

In good news, the number of new daily cases in Canada fell below 1,000, the lowest since March. The disease is contained and even eradicated in much of the country, it is just Ontario and Quebec with active outbreaks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 1:53 am


Ontario opened up testing to asymptomatic people. Essentially, anyone can get a test if they want one. They're still advising to only get a test if you have good reason to think you might be infected.

I would greet this news, but it seems to me they've given up on contact tracing and are just relying on people to get tested if they think they're sick, which I bet many people won't.  :-X
Similar test is available here in the UK, and the contact tracing is due to start at the beginning of next month, but people fear the data protection on the concerned app.

Subject: Delhi temperature hits 47C as north India reels under heatwave

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 2:25 am

The Indian capital, Delhi, saw temperatures rise to 47.6C on Tuesday, as most of north India faced severe heatwave conditions. The heatwave, which officials say is likely to last until the weekend, comes even as the region struggles with rising Covid-19 infections and swarms of locusts that are ravaging crops. Churu in Rajasthan state recorded a temperature of 50C - India's highest. Officials have warned people to stay indoors as far as possible. The temperatures are the highest that the country has seen in decades for this time of the year. In fact, global weather tracking website El Dorado said the region was the hottest in the world on Tuesday. Weather officials told local media that part of the reason for the heatwave was the powerful storm - Cyclone Amphan - that struck parts of eastern India and Bangladesh last week. "Super cyclone Amphan sucked out all the moisture from other parts of the country," Kuldeep Shrivastava, the head of the regional weather forecasting centre told the Hindustan Times newspaper.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-52816493

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/27/20 at 3:11 am

Wuhan tested all 9 million of its inhabitants in 10 days. The way they did it was genius, and they unconvered 200 cases.

https://www.globaltimes.cn/content/1189606.shtml

Global Times is a propaganda rag but the method they used for mass testing seems legit. Researchers here in Ontario have preliminarily confirmed it.

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/covid-19-tests-1.5583493

Basically you do "group testing". If you take, say, 100 test samples and test them all at the same time, and they all come back negative, that means all those 100 people are not infected. If however all 100 come back positive, that means there is at least 1 sick person in that sample, and that is when you can either use smaller samples (say 5 per group test) or test them all individually. 

I'm pretty excited to see if this works. That means we can, for example, test everyone at a office, school or sports league all at the same time. If any come back positive you can shut down the location until you find out who it is that tested positive.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 3:37 am


Wuhan tested all 9 million of its inhabitants in 10 days. The way they did it was genius, and they unconvered 200 cases.

https://www.globaltimes.cn/content/1189606.shtml

Global Times is a propaganda rag but the method they used for mass testing seems legit. Researchers here in Ontario have preliminarily confirmed it.

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/hamilton/covid-19-tests-1.5583493

Basically you do "group testing". If you take, say, 100 test samples and test them all at the same time, and they all come back negative, that means all those 100 people are not infected. If however all 100 come back positive, that means there is at least 1 sick person in that sample, and that is when you can either use smaller samples (say 5 per group test) or test them all individually. 

I'm pretty excited to see if this works. That means we can, for example, test everyone at a office, school or sports league all at the same time. If any come back positive you can shut down the location until you find out who it is that tested positive.
Laborious as it sounds, I feel that testing should be done more often, shown negative one day, could be proved positive in the following few days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/27/20 at 4:51 am


I can tell my barbers are closed the shutter is pulled down.


mine is still temporary closed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 5:14 am


mine is still temporary closed.
On paper, if all goes fine in the UK, it will be July 4th when the barber shops are open again.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Hairdressers call for earlier reopening

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 5:29 am


mine is still temporary closed.

Salons and barber shops are calling for ministers to bring forward the date when they're allowed to reopen - currently 4 July at the earliest. The Hair and Barber Council says its 11,000 members would be ready to operate by the middle of next month, taking the necessary precautions.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Covid-19 deaths continue to soar in Brazil

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 5:47 am

The World Health Organization has warned that Latin America has become the epicentre of the crisis and Brazil is the worst-hit in the region by far. Health experts in Brazil have warned that the real number of confirmed infections may be far higher than the official records, due to a lack of testing. A study by the University of Washington found that the country could record more than 125,000 deaths by early August, that's almost a five-fold increase on its current total of 24,512. The prediction followed Brazil's daily death toll surpassing that of the United States for the first time. It recorded 807 deaths on Monday, while 620 people died in the US.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/5/27/6aeabfd0-6bba-42bc-921d-43f64f75f1b0.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Woman arrested for selling fake 'all-clears' in Peru

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 5:58 am

A market trader in Peru has been arrested for selling fake certificates, showing a person is clear of Covid-19, to fellow stall holders. The fruit market in La Victoria, Lima, recently reopened after a Covid-19 outbreak. Rules imposed by the mayor, George Forsyth (a former international footballer) meant traders needed a certificate before they could work. The woman allegedly sold the certificates for 50 soles (£12; $15) and was arrested while apparently making a sale.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Premier League Football edges closer to return

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 7:59 am

Premier League clubs have voted unanimously to resume contact training as they edge towards restarting the season, when it is safe to do so. England's top flight was suspended on 13 March because of the pandemic but non-contact training resumed on 19 May. A statement from the Premier League outlined that the change had been agreed "in consultation with clubs, players, managers, the PFA, LMA and the government." It adds: "Strict medical protocols are in place to ensure the training ground is the safest environment possible and players and staff will continue to be tested for Covid-19 twice a week." The results of the third round of coronavirus tests are expected to be published later on Wednesday. So far eight people from Premier League clubs have tested positive from 1,744 tests.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): McDonald's to reopen for drive-thru or delivery

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 8:20 am

McDonald's plans to reopen every drive-thru in the UK and Ireland between Tuesday and Thursday next week. It will reveal the locations of reopening restaurants on the morning they open their doors to help manage demand. Bosses said they were working with local authorities and the police to ensure safety for staff and customers after huge queues formed when 33 drive-thru sites reopened last week. McDonald's said staff will use face coverings and gloves and Perspex screens will be in place. The chain will continue to offer a limited menu over reduced hours and will cap spending at £25. Rivals including Subway, Burger King, Pret, Nando's and Wagamama have recently laid out plans to open more sites as restaurant chains get to grips with the current lockdown restrictions.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Test and trace system to launch tomorrow

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 11:51 am

The PM tells the committee the government's test and trace system will launch tomorrow. He says it will be a "very important tool" in tackling coronavirus. Johnson adds it will "be getting steadily better to becoming world-beating in the next few days as we go through June". But he defends the time it has taken, saying the government had come from a "complete standing start to a huge operation".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How will track and trace work?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 1:11 pm


The PM tells the committee the government's test and trace system will launch tomorrow. He says it will be a "very important tool" in tackling coronavirus. Johnson adds it will "be getting steadily better to becoming world-beating in the next few days as we go through June". But he defends the time it has taken, saying the government had come from a "complete standing start to a huge operation".
Boris Johnson has confirmed the system of track and trace in England will start on Thursday. If you test positive for the coronavirus then you will be asked to provide details of who you have come into close contact with. You will be told you must self-isolate for 14 days, even if you never become sick. The prime minister said if people did not, then the government would consider bringing in fines. The point is to pivot from lockdown for everyone to isolation for a few.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK forced to close North Korea embassy

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 1:38 pm

The UK has been forced to close its embassy in North Korea because of coronavirus travel restrictions imposed by Pyongyang, the Foreign Office says. The lockdown in the country has made it "impossible" to rotate the small number of staff and sustain work at the diplomatic compound in the capital, it adds. "The UK has temporarily closed its embassy in Pyongyang and our staff have departed the country," the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office said. It added that diplomatic relations with North Korea were being maintained, and attempts to "re-establish our presence in Pyongyang" were ongoing. Local reports have suggested that Pyongyang placed all foreign diplomats under effective house arrest, meaning that they were unable to leave their compounds.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 05/27/20 at 2:06 pm

Philip have you seen anything about caravan parks being allowed to open?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 2:24 pm


Philip have you seen anything about caravan parks being allowed to open?
My radio station gave out a list of possible establishments to be opened, cannot remember if caravan parks was mentioned, I will do my best to listen out for further updates on this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 2:31 pm


Philip have you seen anything about caravan parks being allowed to open?

Coronavirus (COVID-19): consumer advice for holiday caravan owners:
https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/coronavirus-covid-19-consumer-advice-holiday-caravan-owners

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boeing cuts to hit 12,000 workers as travel plunges

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 3:02 pm

In the coming weeks, more than 12,000 Boeing workers in the US are set to lose their jobs as cuts at the American aerospace giant take effect. The firm said it would inform workers of 6,670 cuts this week and has also approved 5,520 voluntary redundancies. The planned reductions are not a surprise after Boeing revealed plans last month to slash its global workforce by 10% - or roughly 16,000 jobs. "I wish there were some other way," chief executive Dave Calhoun said. The company was already in crisis after two fatal crashes of its 737 Max led to the global grounding of the plane last year - and now a drop in demand for air travel has left it reeling.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 05/27/20 at 3:44 pm


Coronavirus (COVID-19): consumer advice for holiday caravan owners:
https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/coronavirus-covid-19-consumer-advice-holiday-caravan-owners


Thanks, I think this might be for Northern Ireland only though. I saw someone advertising their caravan for rent “as we all know the parks are reopening in July”. But I don’t think they have said definitely, just will review the situation

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/27/20 at 5:05 pm


Thanks, I think this might be for Northern Ireland only though. I saw someone advertising their caravan for rent “as we all know the parks are reopening in July”. But I don’t think they have said definitely, just will review the situation
BTW, dentists could be re-opening very soon.

Open wide!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: nally on 05/27/20 at 5:08 pm


BTW, dentists could be re-opening very soon.

Open wide!

And yesterday I received a phonecall from my dentist's office, asking me to reschedule my appointment... and I did so, for the 26th of next month. (I was offered two timeslots on that day, and I selected one of them.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 12:27 am


And yesterday I received a phonecall from my dentist's office, asking me to reschedule my appointment... and I did so, for the 26th of next month. (I was offered two timeslots on that day, and I selected one of them.)
When the rush has died down, I will book an appointment.

Subject: Coronavirus: Test and trace system kicks off in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 12:46 am

A team of 25,000 contact tracers will make their first phone calls within hours - to track down people who will be told to self-isolate under the new test and trace scheme in England. Tracers will text, email or call people who test positive with coronavirus and ask who they have had contact with. Any of those contacts deemed at risk of infection will be told to isolate for 14 days, even if they are not sick. The prime minister said the system will "change people's lives". The aim of the NHS Test and Trace system is to lift national lockdown restrictions and move towards more localised, targeted measures.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52829357

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More news from around the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 1:40 am

Scotland's first minister Nicola Sturgeon is expected to confirm its first phase of lockdown easing later on Thursday. We're expecting her to speak at about 12:30 BST

Dozens of travel firms and hotel owners have said the UK should scrap plans to force visitors to quarantine on arrival

Charity shops fear they will be deluged by donations when they start to reopen in just over two weeks

Subject: Coronavirus: EasyJet plans thousands of job cuts

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 3:48 am

EasyJet is to cut up to 30% of its workforce as it struggles to cope with the collapse in demand for air travel caused by the coronavirus pandemic. The airline did not say exactly how many jobs would go, but it employed 15,000 people at the start of 2020. Pilots' union Balpa reacted angrily, describing the move as an "ill-considered knee-jerk reaction". EasyJet, which has big operations at Gatwick and Luton airports, confirmed it would restart flights on 15 June. However, it said that levels of market demand seen in 2019 were not likely to be reached again until 2023. It added that in the coming days, it would launch an employee consultation process on the planned job cuts. It grounded its entire fleet in March as global travel came to a near-halt.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52830665

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Travel firms say quarantine plan must be scrapped

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 4:36 am

Dozens of travel firms and hotel owners have said the UK should scrap plans to force visitors to quarantine on arrival. From 8 June, people entering the UK from abroad will be told to isolate for 14 days or face a £1,000 fine. But the holiday firms and hotels are worried that will be bad for business. In a letter to the Home Secretary Priti Patel, they say the policy would reduce visitor numbers and may make it harder for Brits to travel abroad. The letter, which is signed by more than 70 travel bosses, says the sector is "severely challenged".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52819575

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Reports of test and trace site crashing

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 6:35 am

Some contact-tracers have told the BBC the new test and trace website which launched today is crashing. Sarah - not her real name - told BBC 5 live she tried to log into the system this morning but could not get on to the website. "I predicted there might be a surge this morning because I only got my email last night at about 22:30 to say I could log in," she said. Sarah said she was also concerned about whether people would comply with instructions to self-isolate and about a "potential backlash" and abuse towards contact tracers, particularly after the row over the PM's chief adviser Dominic Cummings' travel during lockdown. But another contact-tracer who spoke to the BBC was more positive, saying the situation with the system had improved over the past week.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Easing of lockdown in Scotland

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 7:27 am

Scotland will move to phase one of a four-step plan to ease out of lockdown, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced. She told the Scottish government's daily briefing there would be some "careful but cautious" changes to the lockdown. The Scottish government has identified four phases for easing the restrictions. From Friday you should be able to meet another household outside in small numbers. Sunbathing is allowed, along with some outdoor activities such as golf and fishing. Garden centres and drive-through takeaways can reopen, some outdoor work can resume, and childminding services can begin.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Hairdressers call for earlier reopening

Written By: Howard on 05/28/20 at 7:54 am


Salons and barber shops are calling for ministers to bring forward the date when they're allowed to reopen - currently 4 July at the earliest. The Hair and Barber Council says its 11,000 members would be ready to operate by the middle of next month, taking the necessary precautions.


mine should be open by hopefully next week.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/28/20 at 7:56 am


BTW, dentists could be re-opening very soon.

Open wide!


I haven't gotten a call from my regular dentist yet but my periodontist scheduled me for July 30th.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 7:56 am


mine should be open by hopefully next week.
If all goes fine, the UK Government have given July 4th as the date for reopening, an easy date to remember?

Subject: Coronavirus: Global tourism could see biggest drop since 1950s, UN warns

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 8:25 am

International tourism is expected to fall by 70% this year, this biggest slump since the 1950s, according to the UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO). In an interview with Germany newspaper Handelsblatt, agency chief Zurab Pololikashvili said 110 million jobs worldwide were at risk. The drop is based on the assumption that all countries will reopen their borders to foreign visitors from August. Across Europe - the largest tourism market in the world - many countries are beginning to ease their border restrictions. But in South America, another key holiday hotspot, infections are continuing to rise in countries like Brazil and it is uncertain when international travel will resume as normal. "We will see more travellers staying in their own country this summer," said Mr Pololikashvili, "If only because the airlines will only be able to use their full capacities again at the end of July and beginning of August."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Premier League football to return on 17 June

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 9:24 am

Premier League football is set to restart on 17 June, the BBC has learned. The first games are understood to be Aston Villa v Sheffield Utd and Manchester City v Arsenal - the games in hand. A full fixture list will then be played on the weekend beginning 19 June. Clubs are still discussing the idea at a meeting now, but it is understood all have agreed in principle at this stage.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 05/28/20 at 10:02 am

Looks like this summer, with events reopening around the world, could potentially save this year from being a total wreck. I hope it happens.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus deaths rise by 377

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 10:51 am

A further 377 people have died in the UK after testing positive for coronavirus, taking the total number of deaths to 37,837, according to figures from the Department of Health and Social Care. The figures include deaths in all settings, not just in hospitals.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Daily Briefing

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 10:54 am

Boris Johnson is expected to set out more steps to ease lockdown in England and Wales from 1 June

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Closure order placed on 'street rave' house

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 11:35 am

A house in Peterborough has been shut to anyone who doesn't live there, after about 300 people gathered there for a street rave on Monday night. Cambridgeshire Police issued a 48-hour closure notice on the property in Sheepwalk, Paston, on Wednesday, meaning only the legal occupants can enter until Friday evening. The force said it would apply to magistrates on Friday for a full closure order to be granted, which could prohibit access to everyone, including the current occupants, for a period of up to three months. The notice states "there are reasonable grounds" to suspect the premises could be the scene of "parties, disorder and drug-dealing". Insp Ian Lombardo said: "There is a line between organising community events to build morale in this challenging time and the events of Monday night. This was very clearly not acceptable and caused significant concern to local residents and put a strain on police resources."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 12:00 pm


Philip have you seen anything about caravan parks being allowed to open?
As with today's briefing not mention of caravan parks.

"Some retail stores will open on Monday - such as car sales - and more may follow on 15 June, depending on the infection rate"

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 05/28/20 at 12:09 pm

Our local market opened today. It was very much reduced in size. They had well marked queueing spaces and entry and exits marked onto blocks of stalls. They need to also allow space for people to queue to enter the shops that front onto the market square.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 1:23 pm


Our local market opened today. It was very much reduced in size. They had well marked queueing spaces and entry and exits marked onto blocks of stalls. They need to also allow space for people to queue to enter the shops that front onto the market square.
It would be interesting to see how my local market is faring, but I have been told to stay at home.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Oxford Street to get cycle lanes and wider pavements

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 1:25 pm

Cycle lanes and wider pavements will be installed in London's Oxford Street following the coronavirus outbreak, it has emerged. Regent Street and Piccadilly Circus will also give road space to shoppers to help with social distancing measures, Westminster Council said. The temporary measures will also see streets around Covent Garden shut off to vehicles. "Oxford Street, Regent Street and Piccadilly will, from this weekend, see measures to widen pavements, change traffic lanes into pedestrian walkways, install signage and guidance on social distancing as well as establishing pop up cycle lanes," a council spokesman said.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/28/20 at 2:26 pm


If all goes fine, the UK Government have given July 4th as the date for reopening, an easy date to remember?


What about your hair? ???

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What does the government's lockdown easing mean?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 2:45 pm

Updates from Downing Street's latest coronavirus briefing.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson laid out details of a plan to begin an easing of lockdown restrictions in England from next week. We've made a chart detailing what the government is proposing over the next few weeks.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/5/28/3738d60d-5f0f-4fbe-b3b1-82a4dc875314.png

Mr Johnson said that, despite the slight relaxation of rules on meeting people outside, those in England deemed most vulnerable to Covid-19 should continue to shield themselves for now.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/5/28/d588be0d-c379-408b-968c-1f452ee7730e.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/28/20 at 2:46 pm


What about your hair? ???
See above, July 4th

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Developments worldwide

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 12:46 am

Developments from around the world:

South Korea is reimposing some of its social-distancing measures in response to a recent uptick in new infections. Some schools are closing again while hundreds are delaying plans to reopen
Japan has seen a new cluster of infections just days after the country lifted the state of emergency
Russia has more than doubled the April death toll for the capital Moscow - the city now says 1,561 people died with the disease
Brazil has reported a new daily record of 26,417 infections
The number of Americans filing new unemployment benefit claims last week was over 2m for the 10th week in a row, with a recent total of over 40m
The UN has warned that global tourism may fall by 70% this year
Nearly six million people have tested positive for coronavirus worldwide, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University. The global death toll has risen to over 359,000.


Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Only one case left in New Zealand

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 1:09 am

Only one case left in New Zealand and the nation has reported no new cases for an entire week. New Zealand has been hailed a world leader for its efforts to contain the virus - which included plunging into a full lockdown on 25 March when there were no deaths recorded and just over 100 cases. The Kiwis have since recorded around 1,500 cases and 22 deaths. Last month, it announced it had effectively "won the battle" against community transmission. As the country further eases restrictions - allowing 100 person gatherings from today - its focus is on potentially opening its borders in a "travel bubble" with Australia. Experts working on the plans say the bubble could be in place by September.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Philippines to ease Manila lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 1:19 am

The Philippines will lift some lockdown measures in Manila, President Rodrigo Duterte has said. The capital region has been under one of the world's longest lockdowns, with restrictions beginning in mid-March. Most businesses will be permitted to reopen on Monday and public transport will also partially resume. Schools, dine-in restaurants, and tourist spots will remain closed. The announcement came despite health officials recording 539 new infections nationally, the highest daily toll since the outbreak began. The country has had more than 15,000 confirmed cases and just under 1,000 deaths. Experts believe that due to limited testing, the actual number might be a lot higher.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Was this the tenth and final clap for UK carers?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 1:43 am

People across the UK showed their appreciation for front-line workers risking their lives to fight coronavirus for the tenth week running. The founder of clap for carers, Annemarie Plas, said the 10th week of clapping would be a good time for it to end.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India's death toll passes China

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 1:52 am

More people have now died with Covid-19 in India than China, according to latest figures from India's health ministry. The number of deaths has increased to 4,706  - in comparison, China has confirmed 4,638. With more than 160,000 total infections, India's cases surpassed China's a few weeks ago. While India's fourth stage of lockdown is close to an end, it remains unclear what to expect going forward. Some experts say the outbreak hasn't peaked, and will do so only in June or July.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New South Korea outbreaks a 'crisis situation'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 3:22 am

A cluster of new outbreaks in the South Korean capital, Seoul, has been described as a "crisis situation" by health officials. Most of the new infections are linked to a distribution centre in Bucheon, just west of the city. Traces of Covid-19 have been found on the shoes and clothes of workers at the centre. At least 56 new cases of Covid-19 have been recorded in the last 24 hours, down from a two-month high yesterday of 79. But the concern among health officials is that these infections are close to highly populated areas.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India's death toll passes China

Written By: 2001 on 05/29/20 at 4:46 am


More people have now died with Covid-19 in India than China, according to latest figures from India's health ministry. The number of deaths has increased to 4,706  - in comparison, China has confirmed 4,638. With more than 160,000 total infections, India's cases surpassed China's a few weeks ago. While India's fourth stage of lockdown is close to an end, it remains unclear what to expect going forward. Some experts say the outbreak hasn't peaked, and will do so only in June or July.


The outbreak is over in most of India. It is just in Maharashtra (on the Arabian Sea, has Mumbai), Gujarat (on the Arabian Sea), Delhi, and Tamil Nadu (north of Sri Lanka) now.

In Punjab (India) the disease is contained with just under 5,000 cases and 42 deaths. This in a third world country where a lot of people don't have access to video games, or running water. Meanwhile in Ontario the death toll continues to climb... embarrassing!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 5:05 am


Meanwhile in Ontario the death toll continues to climb... embarrassing!
England is now easing down on lockdown, I fear too much on the easing might bring on a second wave.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 5:29 am


Updates from Downing Street's latest coronavirus briefing.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson laid out details of a plan to begin an easing of lockdown restrictions in England from next week. We've made a chart detailing what the government is proposing over the next few weeks.

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Mr Johnson said that, despite the slight relaxation of rules on meeting people outside, those in England deemed most vulnerable to Covid-19 should continue to shield themselves for now.

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Those shielding (having received the medical letter) still have to remain indoors. The virus still has not gone away.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): WHO - We must be prepared for new outbreaks

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 5:41 am

Coronavirus "has not gone away", and as people's movements increase we have to be prepared "for new outbreaks to build up very quickly", the World Health Organization's special envoy for Covid-19 has said. Dr David Nabarro told BBC Radio 4's Today programme that as lockdown restrictions are eased, people will have to continue to practice physical distancing as much as they can, and isolate straight away if they get ill.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In the UK, National Trust to reopen some parks

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 5:47 am

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The National Trust is to reopen some gardens and parklands in England and Northern Ireland from 3 June. Twenty-nine sites are due to open to people with pre-booked tickets, with more to follow in the coming weeks. But only around a third of the usual number of visitors will be permitted in order to maintain social distancing. All properties and car parks in Wales will remain closed, however, in line with Welsh lockdown rules.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cricket shutdown extended until August

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 7:22 am

The England and Wales Cricket Board has extended the shutdown on domestic cricket until at least 1 August. The season, due to start on 12 April, was postponed until 28 May and then 1 July because of the pandemic. England are set to begin a three-Test series against West Indies on 8 July. The extension of the shutdown means 10 rounds of County Championship matches will have been lost.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/29/20 at 7:44 am


England is now easing down on lockdown, I fear too much on the easing might bring on a second wave.


We have another week and a half to go.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Steps to ease lockdown in England are 'cautious'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 8:16 am

From Monday, groups of up to six people from different households will be able to meet outside in England, as the lockdown begins to ease across the UK. Appearing on BBC Breakfast, Environment Minister George Eustice was asked about concerns that it was too soon to take the step and could lead to more cases. He said the government's objective was to keep the R number - the number of people that one infected person will pass the virus on to - below one. If the R number is higher than one, then the number of cases increases exponentially. Mr Eustice added that the risk of transmission outdoors was "much lower" than indoors and you have to be in close contact - at a distance of less than two metres for more than around 15 minutes - for there to be a likelihood of transmission.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Police warn of contact tracing scams

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 8:19 am

Police forces across England are warning people to be aware of potential scams linked to the NHS test and trace operation. Officers say if NHS staff call you by phone, the service will be using a single number: 0300 0135 000. The only website staff will ask you to visit is the official NHS and Public Health England page.

Contact tracers will never ask for you to:


Dial a premium rate number (eg those starting 09 or 087)
Make any form of payment
Provide your bank account details
Supply any social media identities or details
Tell them any passwords or PINs, or ask you to set up any
Purchase a product
Download software or ask you to hand over control of your device
Access any non-government or non-NHS website


Be safe!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New dates announced for FA Cup

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 10:02 am

The FA Cup quarter-finals have been rescheduled for the weekend of 27-28 June with the final set to take place on Saturday, 1 August. FA chief executive Mark Bullingham said the dates are "dependent on all safety measures being met" with venues and kick-off times yet to be confirmed. The semi-finals have been rescheduled for 18-19 July. Bullingham added: "The competition has been an integral part of the English football calendar for nearly 150 years, and we would like to thank the Premier League executive and clubs for their support in scheduling the remaining matches during this unprecedented time."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How do rules on socialising differ across the UK?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 10:29 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How do rules on socialising differ across the UK?

Written By: karen on 05/29/20 at 11:31 am


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Still can't see my mother in law.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 12:37 pm


Still can't see my mother in law.
Can you go to see her after June 1st? Even meet up in a park?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Police issue 17,000 fines for lockdown breaches

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 12:44 pm

Police in England and Wales have issued nearly 17,000 fines for breaches of coronavirus lockdown rules. Most fines were issued to young men aged 18 to 24, the National Police Chiefs' Council said. The data, from between 12 and 25 May, shows a significant reduction in the number of people fined since measures were eased in England two weeks ago. A total of 841 fixed-penalty notices were handed out in England since restrictions were eased on 13 May.

One less fine issued in County Durham?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Creative cinema signs offer hope and humour

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 1:52 pm

Wistfully looking at a blank sign as you wander past your local cinema and wishing you could head inside to watch a film? So too were the owners of some arthouse theatres in the United States. Then they decided to get creative, using the familiar removable plastic letters to create messages on the distinctive signs usually used for displaying the titles of new releases. "We want to bring smiles to people's faces that we used to do when they came to our auditoriums," said Aaron Alhadeff, manager of the Majestic Bay Theatre in Seattle.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 05/29/20 at 2:46 pm


Can you go to see her after June 1st? Even meet up in a park?


No, she lives in South Wales and I am fairly sure they are discouraging people from visiting Wales.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 2:49 pm


No, she lives in South Wales and I am fairly sure they are discouraging people from visiting Wales.
I see, she cannot come to visit you?

Did you hear about the golf course in Wales that has 3 holes in England, which is allowing golf, and other 15 holes in Wales, which is not?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 05/29/20 at 2:55 pm


I see, she cannot come to visit you?

Did you hear about the golf course in Wales that has 3 holes in England, which is allowing golf, and other 15 holes in Wales, which is not?


She wouldn’t drive this far, and I don’t think she should be on the train. Plus in Wales they are supposed to still be staying in their local area, I think they said within 5 miles of your home

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 05/29/20 at 2:56 pm


Did you hear about the golf course in Wales that has 3 holes in England, which is allowing golf, and other 15 holes in Wales, which is not?


I think having different rules for each country is so silly. It should be U.K. wide

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 2:58 pm


She wouldn’t drive this far, and I don’t think she should be on the train. Plus in Wales they are supposed to still be staying in their local area, I think they said within 5 miles of your home
I feel for you. Let us hope it will be cleared up very soon, but being careful along the way, and we can visit anyone we wish.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 3:02 pm


I think having different rules for each country is so silly. It should be U.K. wide
Exactly!

It should be the same all over, if, hypothetically, Wales is clear of coronavirus, and England is not, people will still venture over the border and second or further peaks will occur.

Subject: Coronavirus: Relaxing lockdown 'risky' and a 'political decision'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/29/20 at 3:59 pm

Relaxing lockdown is a risk because levels of the coronavirus are still at "very high" levels, one of the government's top science advisers says. Prof John Edmunds said it was a "political decision" to lift lockdown and that "many" scientists would wait. The warning comes as Sage, the scientists advising government, publish details of their confidential meetings. One meeting on 23 April estimated there would be only 1,000 cases per day by mid-May. Instead, estimates by the Office for National Statistics suggest there are currently 8,000 cases per day in England alone. Those figures don't include cases in care homes or hospitals.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52849691

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/29/20 at 5:21 pm

Northern Michigan is sparsely populated and has been allowed by the governor to reopen many businesses, and have outdoor gatherings of 10 or fewer people. And even waived park fees for people who want to use the trails. But my employer still prohibits me from leaving the county. I just asked again today. That’s where all the parks and bike trails are is the next county.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 05/31/20 at 4:17 pm

The COVID-19 situation in Québec is just crazy. 60% of cases and deaths in Canada come from there. A couple of weeks ago they found 2,000 cases that were not being counted in the official tally and today they found 200 additional deaths that were also unaccounted for. :o

In Ontario it appears (I don't want to jinks it) the second wave has ebbed and things are back towards a downward trend. It sounds likely that the spike came not from deconfinement but from people visiting their relatives on Mother's Day (and tested positive 2 weeks later)  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: whistledog on 05/31/20 at 4:42 pm


The COVID-19 situation in Québec is just crazy. 60% of cases and deaths in Canada come from there. A couple of weeks ago they found 2,000 cases that were not being counted in the official tally and today they found 200 additional deaths that were also unaccounted for. :o


I was shocked when Legault greenlit Quebec public schools to re-open.  People are still dying from this thing, so of course, why not re-open the schools.  I'm just glad Ford didn't follow that

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Manila finally comes out of lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 12:55 am

The Philippines' capital region of Metro Manila has today emerged from a lockdown that began in mid-March - longer even than the 76-day quarantine in the Chinese city of Wuhan, where the virus emerged last year. Manila has moved into a state of general community quarantine (GCQ), which will allow more people to return to work, some shops and factories to reopen, and public transportation to run at a limited capacity. However, public facilities like gyms, cinemas, karaoke bars and nightclubs will remain shut - and authorities have reiterated the need for the public to stay at home if they can. Manila two weeks ago moved to the "Modified Enhanced Community Quarantine (MECQ)" - a slightly more relaxed version of its original lockdown, which allowed some people to do things like exercise outdoors. The Philippines currently has 18,086 confirmed cases and 957 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.

Subject: Coronavirus: Some people shielding allowed outdoors from Monday

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 2:16 am

Vulnerable people in England and Wales advised to stay home since the coronavirus lockdown began will be able to go outdoors again from Monday. The change means people will be able to go out with members of their household. Those living alone can meet with someone from another household while maintaining social distancing. Support for shielders, such as food and medicine deliveries, will continue. Shielding advice in Northern Ireland and Scotland has not yet changed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 2:17 am


Vulnerable people in England and Wales advised to stay home since the coronavirus lockdown began will be able to go outdoors again from Monday. The change means people will be able to go out with members of their household. Those living alone can meet with someone from another household while maintaining social distancing. Support for shielders, such as food and medicine deliveries, will continue. Shielding advice in Northern Ireland and Scotland has not yet changed.
I am being sensible and staying today.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In the USA

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 3:07 am

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Where is the social distancing here?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In the USA

Written By: Howard on 06/01/20 at 3:56 am


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Where is the social distancing here?


And where are the face masks?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 4:16 am


And where are the face masks?
I can see some, but not everyone!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In the USA

Written By: karen on 06/01/20 at 4:53 am


And where are the face masks?


Most people are wearing them

Subject: Coronavirus: What are the risks for children?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 5:16 am

Some children in England will be going back to school from Monday 1 June.
Following a heated debate, the government published the advice it received from scientists on what is known about the impact of more children returning to the classroom.

Children are at extremely low risk of becoming ill from the virus. Adults - and particularly older adults - are far more likely to be seriously ill and die from complications of the virus. Across the UK, 0.01% of deaths were people under 15, 1% were aged 15-44 and about 75% were over 75. Half of all the people with confirmed coronavirus who were admitted to critical care units in England, Wales and Northern Ireland were 60 as at 15 May, and half were younger, according to a research charity. But the majority were over 50 and fewer than 10% were younger than 40.

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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52003804

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Large 'save rave' gathering in Berlin draws criticism

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 6:17 am

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Large crowds gathered in Berlin on Saturday at a canal in Kreuzberg to take part in a "save rave culture" party. Thousands congregated at the Landwehr Canal, according to BZ.de. Rave clubs have been closed for months due to the coronavirus outbreak. It's not yet clear when they will reopen. The gathering came on the day Germany allowed outdoor demonstrations without restrictions on participants again. However, the rules say people must remain 1.5m (5ft) from each other. The event drew criticism from people on social media. One person wrote on Facebook: "Do you seriously believe this campaign provides arguments for public funds for clubs, festivals and the people working there?" Another person joked on Twitter: "Berlin is free from corona."

"Wahnsinn"

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): England and Wales report latest death tolls

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 8:53 am

NHS England has announced 108 more people have died after testing positive for Covid-19, bringing the total number of confirmed deaths in hospitals in England to 26,722. A further five people have died after testing positive for coronavirus in Wales, bringing the total there to 1,347. Public Health Wales said there were another 59 people testing positive for Covid-19, bringing the number of confirmed cases to 14,054. Earlier, Scotland announced just one additional death. Figures for Northern Ireland and a UK-wide total covering deaths in all settings are expected later.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How the virus has affected sporting events

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 9:58 am

Snooker is one of the first sports to return in the UK, with the Championship League starting today in Milton Keynes. But horse racing and greyhound racing is also taking place behind closed doors on Monday as things slowly return to normal. Zodiakos, trained by Roger Fell and ridden by Jimmy Sullivan, created a little bit of history as the first winner on UK horse racing's resumption after a 76-day break due to the pandemic. Prior to the meeting in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, greyhound racing resumed in Birmingham with Im Sophie winning the opening race at Perry Barr. The sporting calendar in the UK and around the globe has been badly affected by the pandemic and you can read more about that here.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Italy's top tourist attractions re-open

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 10:59 am

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Visitors to the Vatican's Sistine Chapel must book in advance and follow coronavirus precautions

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The Colosseum in Rome has re-opened to visitors after three months

Some of Italy's famed cultural sites re-opened on Monday after being closed for almost three months. Visitors can again wander around the Colosseum in Rome, but must follow strict sanitary guidelines to guard against coronavirus infection. Face masks are compulsory and the number of visitors is limited. The Vatican museums also re-opened, allowing people to once again admire the Sistine Chapel, while following social distancing rules.

Subject: Coronavirus: Primary schools back but mixed picture on turn-out

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 12:07 pm

Head teachers are reporting "highly variable" levels of attendance, ranging from 40% to 70%, as primary schools in England bring back more pupils. Geoff Barton, leader of the ASCL heads' union, says the return has been "very mixed" - with some schools not yet open and some children staying away. Children in Reception, Years 1 and 6 are the first groups able to return. It comes as lockdown measures are eased in England, including groups of six people being allowed to meet outside.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-52854688

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No coronavirus deaths in Spain in past 24 hours

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 1:04 pm

Spain has recorded no coronavirus deaths over the past 24 hours for the first time since the beginning of March, the country's health ministry said. Spain has recorded at least one new death every day since 3 March but on Monday the overall death toll remained at 27,127. The daily tally of new cases has also fallen, with 71 recorded on Monday compared to 96 on Sunday. Spain has been one of the countries worst hit by the virus but has been easing restrictions in recent weeks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Italy's top tourist attractions re-open

Written By: 2001 on 06/01/20 at 1:19 pm


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Visitors to the Vatican's Sistine Chapel must book in advance and follow coronavirus precautions

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The Colosseum in Rome has re-opened to visitors after three months

Some of Italy's famed cultural sites re-opened on Monday after being closed for almost three months. Visitors can again wander around the Colosseum in Rome, but must follow strict sanitary guidelines to guard against coronavirus infection. Face masks are compulsory and the number of visitors is limited. The Vatican museums also re-opened, allowing people to once again admire the Sistine Chapel, while following social distancing rules.


Seems like a good year to travel if you want to avoid the crowds.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 1:40 pm


Seems like a good year to travel if you want to avoid the crowds.
Once the planes are flying again?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What did we learn from today's UK briefing?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/20 at 1:41 pm

Today's government press conference was led by Health Secretary Matt Hancock, who was joined by Prof John Newton, the co-ordinator for the national testing programme.

Here's what they told us:


Anyone who has any of the three core symptoms of coronavirus - a persistent cough, fever, or a loss or change of sense of smell or taste - should get a test by going to the NHS website or dialling 119
Dentistry will resume next week

The government felt it could make a small change on the shielding advice because of the reduction in the rate of infection. But shielders must still remain socially distant from everyone, apart from those in their household, and continue to follow advice
Evidence so far suggests people are complying when asked to isolate by contact tracers as part of the track and trace scheme




Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Please remember

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 12:37 am

Covid-19 is still out there, it is still not safe to be outdoors.

Subject: Shielding: Allowed to leave home - but choosing to stay indoors

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 1:44 am

People across England and Wales with health conditions that make them particularly vulnerable to coronavirus were allowed to spend time outdoors on Monday for the first time in 10 weeks. But some opted to stay at home.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52879091

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India records biggest daily spike yet

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 3:32 am

India registered a new record daily spike on Monday with 8,392 fresh infections. This means the country now has more than 190,000 cases, including 5,394 deaths, according to data from the health ministry. India has seen a succession of record single day cases over the past few days. On Saturday, more than 8,000 new cases were reported just as India announced new relaxations in its lockdown.

Subject: Coronavirus: New laws come into force as England lockdown eases

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 4:01 am

Police in England can order people to leave a property if they are breaking new coronavirus laws - but do not have powers to forcibly remove them. It is now a crime to stay at someone else's home overnight, or to hold gatherings of two or more people indoors or more than six people outdoors, under new legislation. Officers can fine rule-breakers and arrest them if they do not co-operate. The laws came into force to coincide with lockdown restrictions being eased. Gatherings of as many as six people from different households can now take place outdoors - such as in parks or gardens - in England, so long as people remain 2m apart. In Wales, people from two different households can meet each other outdoors. Groups of four to six people who are not in the same household can meet outdoors in Northern Ireland. And in Scotland members of two different households are already allowed to meet outdoors.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52880399

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What prompted the Ikea queues?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 6:35 am

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Thousands of shoppers queued for hours to get into Ikea stores after the furniture giant reopened 19 shops in England and Northern Ireland on Monday. With many of us left wondering why you'd put yourself through that experience, author and behavioural expert Judi James told BBC Radio 5 Live that "scarcity creates and intensifies desire". She said the sight of the queues "will have started to create a bit of an impulse" for people, and then "when you get there, the sight of all those other people with the same desire - that validates our choice." James added that "for some people the queue almost becomes a social event". "There are a lot of people there that will probably just have been enjoying the event and being out in a large group," she said. "It wasn't a crowd because they were socially distanced, but it's the same group-think thing that people are probably missing from not being able to go to football matches and things like that."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Formula 1 season to start with eight races in Europe

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 6:43 am

The 2020 Formula 1 season will start in Austria on 5 July, the first of a run of eight races in Europe. An F1 statement said the championship would begin across three consecutive weekends - two in Austria on 5 and 12 July and a third in Hungary. There will then be a two-week break before two consecutive races in Britain and events in Spain, Belgium and Italy. All will be run behind closed doors with participants following guidelines to minimise the spread of Covid-19.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formula1/52883244

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Virus deaths 'at lowest level since March'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 7:09 am

The number of people dying each week linked to coronavirus has dropped to its lowest levels in England and Wales since March, figures show. The Office for National Statistics review of death certificates showed 2,589 cases where the virus was mentioned in the week ending 22 May. Overall there were nearly 12,300 deaths in that week - 2,300 more than normal at this time of the year. At the peak of the pandemic double the number were dying than expected.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/02/20 at 7:35 am


Once the planes are flying again?


And people are wearing masks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Please remember

Written By: Howard on 06/02/20 at 7:36 am


Covid-19 is still out there, it is still not safe to be outdoors.


We still have to be inside?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 7:36 am


And people are wearing masks.
Passengers, air crew and airport staff.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 7:36 am


We still have to be inside?  ???
Exactly as I am still doing (except shopping)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/02/20 at 7:37 am


Passengers, air crew and airport staff.


This is our "new normal" whether we like it or not.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/02/20 at 7:38 am


Exactly as I am still doing (except shopping)


I go to work then come straight home.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 06/02/20 at 8:52 am

I love IKEA but I am not that desperate to go there that I would wait for ages to go in. My ex sister-in-law got there early the first day they opened and was in and out in 40 minutes.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 8:55 am


I love IKEA but I am not that desperate to go there that I would wait for ages to go in. My ex sister-in-law got there early the first day they opened and was in and out in 40 minutes.
With my home re-fitting started before the virus struck and is on hold, we planned on purchasing furniture for there, knowing exactly what we need. Like you I am not queuing and I am not asking my family to queue too.

Subject: Forty-three London transport workers die with Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 9:04 am

Forty-three transport workers have died in London after contracting Covid-19, it has been revealed. Six of those worked for Transport for London (TfL) while 33 were bus company staff, with 29 of those bus drivers. There have also been 60 reports of bus drivers being spat at in the capital since the start of lockdown. The attacks are classed as common assault and police are prioritising catching and charging offenders using DNA kits and CCTV. TfL says sealed screens which have been installed around where drivers sit are helping protect drivers.

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Subject: Coronavirus: Risk of dying is higher for ethnic minorities

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 10:11 am

Public Health England has released its report looking at why people from ethnic minority backgrounds are "disproportionately" dying with coronavirus. It shows age remains the biggest risk factor. Being male is another. But if you strip out age and sex, people of Bangladeshi ethnicity have twice the risk of death than people of white British ethnicity. The risk is higher for other Asian, Caribbean and black ethnicities too.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52889106

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): EasyJet sets out plan to resume summer flights

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 10:44 am

EasyJet has said it will resume flights to 75% of destinations by the end of August, although the number of daily services will still be significantly down for a normal summer season. The airline is already starting limited services this month, as it adjusts to the coronavirus collapse in air travel. Customers and cabin crew must wear face masks, and no food will be served. EasyJet is axing 4,500 jobs, and could be ejected from the FTSE 100 this week because its share price has tumbled.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What did we learn from today's UK briefing?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 12:05 pm

The daily press conference was held by Health Secretary Matt Hancock, who was joined by Prof John Newton, who leads the UK's testing programme.

Here's what they told us:


In order of significance, demographic factors which affects people's susceptibility to coronavirus include: Age, sex, living in a city, and ethnic background. The government is looking at how to close these gaps, with work led by the equalities minister, Kemi Badenoch
Other health inequalities, linked to occupation, income and deprivation, also apply and may partially explain the effect of ethnicity
Each day, just over 40,000 antibody tests, which can tell whether someone has previously had the virus, are being administered to NHS and care staff. The government wants to roll them out to the public but Mr Hancock stressed that we do not yet know whether antibodies convey significant immunity
After criticism from the statistics watchdog, the government committed to working with the watchdog to publish its statistics in the best way
If someone tests negative while isolating due to an instruction from a contract tracer, they must still complete the isolation period. This is because it is possible to test negative while incubating the virus


Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than a quarter of UK workers now furloughed

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 1:32 pm

Some 300,000 more UK workers have been furloughed in the past week, raising the total to 8.7m since the start of the coronavirus crisis. That means more than a quarter of the workforce is now being supported by the £14bn-a-month scheme. Another 200,000 self-employed have taken up government grants, meaning 2.5m have been handed out. Meanwhile businesses have borrowed more than £31bn in government-backed loans to help survive the crisis.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 1:35 pm


I love IKEA but I am not that desperate to go there that I would wait for ages to go in. My ex sister-in-law got there early the first day they opened and was in and out in 40 minutes.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EZfWTrPXkAIiJNQ?format=jpg&name=small

Shoppers have been queuing for hours to get into their local Ikea stores after they reopened yesterday. People were lining-up for the #Warrington branch at 5.40am, for the store open at 9 o'clock. There was also a limit on the number of customers allowed in.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/02/20 at 2:28 pm


https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EZfWTrPXkAIiJNQ?format=jpg&name=small

Shoppers have been queuing for hours to get into their local Ikea stores after they reopened yesterday. People were lining-up for the #Warrington branch at 5.40am, for the store open at 9 o'clock. There was also a limit on the number of customers allowed in.


That's a pretty long queue.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 2:28 pm


That's a pretty long queue.
In the sunshine to?

BTW, it will be rain tomorrow.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/02/20 at 3:00 pm


In the sunshine to?

BTW, it will be rain tomorrow.


I don't see a lot of them wearing masks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 06/02/20 at 3:38 pm


I don't see a lot of them wearing masks.


That’s because we don’t have to in the U.K. 

They are recommended if you are travelling on public transport or are in a confined area.

Some people choose to wear them whenever they are outside. I wore one the other day because I was taking my dad to a doctor’s appointment and I wanted to protect my dad.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/20 at 3:43 pm


That’s because we don’t have to in the U.K. 

They are recommended if you are travelling on public transport or are in a confined area.

Some people choose to wear them whenever they are outside. I wore one the other day because I was taking my dad to a doctor’s appointment and I wanted to protect my dad.
The reason why I wear a mask, to protect myself from whatever could be lurking in the air that I breathe in.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/02/20 at 6:21 pm

My sister tested negative for coronavirus. She's in the hospital for routine surgery to get her feeding tube fit in, but she developed diarrhoea and a new sneeze. My mom also got tested because why the hell not (she's also negative).

They only let two designated relatives visit, one at a time. We decided that would be my mom and my brother, not my father because he is in an at-risk category.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 1:22 am


My sister tested negative for coronavirus. She's in the hospital for routine surgery to get her feeding tube fit in, but she developed diarrhoea and a new sneeze. My mom also got tested because why the hell not (she's also negative).

They only let two designated relatives visit, one at a time. We decided that would be my mom and my brother, not my father because he is in an at-risk category.
Good to hear about your sister, I hope she is fine since. A close relative of mine tested negative for coronavirus and still is fine at work.

Diarrhoea and sneezing are not regarded as symptoms, as Covid-19 is a respiratory infection and not gastric, and sneezing may be Hay Fever?

Subject: Coronavirus: Labour urges PM to stop 'winging it' over easing restrictions

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 1:35 am

Boris Johnson's "mismanagement" of the easing of virus restrictions risks a second wave of infections, Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has warned. In a Guardian interview, he urged the PM to "get a grip" and restore public confidence in ministers' handling of the coronavirus pandemic. But No 10 said it was proceeding with caution to secure a safe recovery. It comes as the government is to outline further details of its quarantine plans later. Home Secretary Priti Patel is to tell MPs that the proposals - which have been met with criticism from many Conservative MPs - are necessary to avoid the risk of another wave of coronavirus infections. From Monday, the majority of those arriving in the UK will be told to self-isolate for 14 days. But Portugal's foreign minister has told the BBC that his government is talking to Home Office officials about a so-called "air bridge" agreement so that tourists returning from his country can avoid the restrictions. In the Guardian, the Labour leader also said there was a growing concern that Mr Johnson was now "winging it" over moves to reopen schools and relax shielding advice. Mr Johnson and Sir Keir will later go head-to-head at Prime Minister's Questions for the first time since the Dominic Cummings row erupted.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52900206

Subject: Protests intensify coronavirus fears

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 1:57 am

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The Associated Press news agency has analysed protests over the past few days and found that demostrations over the killing of George Floyd had been held in every one of the 25 US communities with the highest concentrations of new cases. There are growing fears that the tightly packed streets and squares with people often not even wearing and face masks could lead to a spike in the number of new cases. There are currently 1.8 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the US - with more than 106,000 deaths.

STAY INDOORS!!!!!!!!!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Deputy mayor suspended over lockdown gatheringLiverpool'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 2:18 am

Liverpool's deputy mayor has been suspended for two months for breaching lockdown rules after a gathering in her garden. Mayor Joe Anderson said Lynnie Hinnigan had apologised after an investigation by the local Labour Party into the apparent birthday get-together. Mr Anderson said: "We all should stick by the rules." Ms Hinnigan previously told the media that people attending only dropped off presents and she stayed away from them.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/03/20 at 4:15 am


The reason why I wear a mask, to protect myself from whatever could be lurking in the air that I breathe in.


I wear a mask on the bus and when I'm around people at my job collecting carts.

Subject: Re: Protests intensify coronavirus fears

Written By: wagonman76 on 06/03/20 at 5:50 am


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The Associated Press news agency has analysed protests over the past few days and found that demostrations over the killing of George Floyd had been held in every one of the 25 US communities with the highest concentrations of new cases. There are growing fears that the tightly packed streets and squares with people often not even wearing and face masks could lead to a spike in the number of new cases. There are currently 1.8 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the US - with more than 106,000 deaths.

STAY INDOORS!!!!!!!!!


Michigan finally lifted the “stay at home order” but is keeping measures in place, some businesses will remain closed, most can open with modifications. Which businesses are plenty willing to do. Now it’s ok to have spaced out outdoor gatherings of limited numbers.

Basically what she did was finally remove the confusion. We had parks and businesses opening all over in the north and encouraged to support them safely, but a stay at home order in effect. Now I can go out guilt free and without catching hell from my employer. There are so many things I can do around here while staying socially distant.

So I’m going up north this weekend. But wow, if it was anything like that picture I would avoid going out even with no pandemic. Never been one for city life. I go up north because it’s pretty and people are few and far between.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 5:57 am


Michigan finally lifted the “stay at home order” but is keeping measures in place, some businesses will remain closed, most can open with modifications. Which businesses are plenty willing to do. Now it’s ok to have spaced out outdoor gatherings of limited numbers.

Basically what she did was finally remove the confusion. We had parks and businesses opening all over in the north and encouraged to support them safely, but a stay at home order in effect. Now I can go out guilt free and without catching hell from my employer. There are so many things I can do around here while staying socially distant.

So I’m going up north this weekend. But wow, if it was anything like that picture I would avoid going out even with no pandemic. Never been one for city life. I go up north because it’s pretty and people are few and far between.
Lots of fresher air up north?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Stand by for a second peak in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 6:04 am

More protest marches are planned for today and for the weekend in London!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 06/03/20 at 6:20 am


Lots of fresher air up north?


Yes and lots of desolate wilderness. 300k people over 16k square miles, most of them clustered in the cities. Largest city is 21k.

I have plenty of fresh air here but sometimes I need a change of scenery.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 6:26 am


Yes and lots of desolate wilderness. 300k people over 16k square miles, most of them clustered in the cities. Largest city is 21k.

I have plenty of fresh air here but sometimes I need a change of scenery.
Take good are and be safe.

Subject: Coronavirus: UK Chief medical officers against lowering Covid-19 alert

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 8:22 am

There is no judgement more important right now than gauging the trade-off between reopening the economy and the measures limiting the spread of coronavirus. But the BBC understands that all four chief medical officers of the UK nations, including England's Professor Chris Whitty, opposed the prime minister's hopes of lowering the Covid-19 alert level last week.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/3/fc1261e9-b23f-4b1d-b2a9-523615e00271.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): One positive test in Premier League

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 10:22 am

There was one positive result for Covid-19 from 1,197 players and staff tested across Monday and Tuesday, the Premier League has announced. The individual concerned must now self-isolate for a period of seven days.

Subject: Vehicles bumper-to-bumper as McDonald's drive-throughs reopen

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 10:29 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/3/a688a482-ef03-4c96-a22d-9dcf80fe6f3f.jpg

Vehicles were queuing bumper-to-bumper to get into a McDonald's drive-through restaurant which is among those to have reopened for the first time since lockdown. This was the scene at an outlet in Shoreham where long queues of traffic had formed outside the restaurant's entrance. The fast food giant closed all its outlets more than 10 weeks ago as lockdown restrictions came into force. The company said it was now aiming to reopen 1,000 of its drive-thru or delivery outlets by Thursday. McDonald's said Perspex screens, face coverings, gloves and social distancing measures were in place.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK announces another 359 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 10:38 am

A further 359 deaths of people who tested positive for coronavirus have been confirmed in the UK, across all settings, taking the total number to 39,728. The Department of Health's latest figures also showed 171,829 tests had taken place over the most recent 24-hour period, with 1,871 positive results.

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Subject: Re: Vehicles bumper-to-bumper as McDonald's drive-throughs reopen

Written By: karen on 06/03/20 at 10:54 am


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Vehicles were queuing bumper-to-bumper to get into a McDonald's drive-through restaurant which is among those to have reopened for the first time since lockdown. This was the scene at an outlet in Shoreham where long queues of traffic had formed outside the restaurant's entrance. The fast food giant closed all its outlets more than 10 weeks ago as lockdown restrictions came into force. The company said it was now aiming to reopen 1,000 of its drive-thru or delivery outlets by Thursday. McDonald's said Perspex screens, face coverings, gloves and social distancing measures were in place.


The one nearest me opened today. I walked past this morning at about 10 and the police were there clearly discussing traffic management with the manager. This McD’s is only a very short distance from a roundabout on a busy road - also gets blocked in another direction owing to its proximity to a large Tesco.

When I went past around 12.15 , having been to Tesco, the queue was just starting to back onto the roundabout. I don’t know how bad it got

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 10:55 am


More protest marches are planned for today and for the weekend in London!
Question!

Are these protesters, those that are on furlough with nothing else to do?

Subject: Coronavirus: Contact-tracing head quizzed over test accuracy

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 11:11 am

A fifth of people with negative coronavirus tests might have the virus, the chair of the Commons health committee has said. Jeremy Hunt said evidence suggested 20% of negative results could be false. He was questioning Dido Harding, head of the Test and Trace service, over its performance since the launch last week. It followed Boris Johnson telling MPs at Prime Minister's Questions tests would be processed within 24 hours by the end of June. But, questioned by Mr Hunt, the PM said the 24-hour target would need to take into account "insuperable problems" such as postal delays. "I can undertake to him now to get all tests turned around in 24 hours by the end of June, except for difficulties with postal tests or insuperable problems like that."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52906909

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Stand by for a second peak in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 1:16 pm


More protest marches are planned for today and for the weekend in London!
https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/3/4f529528-89c6-40fb-ab5b-2a77cdfacf9f.jpg
Stand by for a second peak in the UK

Subject: Coronavirus: Do not meet others indoors during rain, PM urges

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 1:40 pm

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has urged the public not to move gatherings indoors if it rains, as parts of the UK brace themselves for wetter weather. He said breaking the lockdown rules could "undermine and reverse all the progress that we've made together". Since Monday, more than two people have been allowed to meet outside in the UK, though rules vary in each nation. Mr Johnson said measures were relaxed because the risk of transmitting coronavirus was lower outdoors. Many people have taken advantage of the sunny weather as restrictions eased earlier this week in parts of the UK - even taking the PM's advice to invite up to five people for barbecues in their garden. But BBC Weather is forecasting cooler conditions and rain in the upcoming days - and Mr Johnson was particularly keen to stress that people's response should not be to move their social gatherings indoors when rain falls.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52911985

Subject: Coronavirus: Tottenham confirm positive result in latest testing round

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 1:57 pm

Tottenham have had one positive coronavirus result in the latest round of testing by the Premier League, the club say. That person will now self-isolate for seven days. "Due to medical confidentiality, the individual's name will not be disclosed," Spurs said in a statement on their website. This was the only positive result after 1,197 players and staff were checked in the latest round of testing.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/52911994

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): WHO to resume hydroxychloroquine trials

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/20 at 3:18 pm

The World Health Organization (WHO) is resuming its trial of hydroxychloroquine as a potential treatment for coronavirus. The trials were suspended more than a week ago over concerns about the drug's safety as a treatment for Covid-19 patients. A study published in medical journal The Lancet suggested the drug increased mortality rates. The journal has since distanced itself from the study saying in an "expression of concern" that "important questions" hovered over it. Hydroxychloroquine is used to treat malaria and conditions like lupus or arthritis. Following a review, it has been decided that there is no reason not to continue with the trial, in which patients from 35 countries have been enrolled. US President Donald Trump took the drug for two weeks saying it was being used as a preventative measure. His White House physician said he had no side effects from taking the drug.

Subject: Re: Protests intensify coronavirus fears

Written By: 2001 on 06/03/20 at 6:44 pm


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The Associated Press news agency has analysed protests over the past few days and found that demostrations over the killing of George Floyd had been held in every one of the 25 US communities with the highest concentrations of new cases. There are growing fears that the tightly packed streets and squares with people often not even wearing and face masks could lead to a spike in the number of new cases. There are currently 1.8 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the US - with more than 106,000 deaths.

STAY INDOORS!!!!!!!!!


This reminds me of how the 1918 flu pandemic was made exponentially worse by all the celebration parades after WW1. There was a protest here in Toronto (for our own episodes of police brutality) but thankfully it wasn't too big and did not descend into riot. From the images I saw, most were wearing masks too O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 1:41 am


This reminds me of how the 1918 flu pandemic was made exponentially worse by all the celebration parades after WW1. There was a protest here in Toronto (for our own episodes of police brutality) but thankfully it wasn't too big and did not descend into riot. From the images I saw, most were wearing masks too O0
Using my skills I have worked out the above image is New York, and those protesting should have known better for themselves.

London had three separate peaceful marches organised for yesterday, and they all met up in the Downing Street and Parliament Square making a huge crowded area, even with face masks on it still looked uncomfortable for social distancing.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/cpsprodpb/12DE9/production/_112698277_gettyimages-1217471257.jpg
Call this a peaceful march?

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Thousands of people marched through Park Lane, Westminster in central London.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52907101

Subject: Coronavirus: UK Cabinet minister tested for virus after being taken ill

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 2:00 am

Business Secretary Alok Sharma is self-isolating at home after becoming unwell in Parliament. Mr Sharma looked uncomfortable while taking part in a debate earlier, mopping his brow several times with his handkerchief while speaking. A spokesman said the MP for Reading West had been tested for coronavirus and had returned home. Mr Sharma was one of a handful of ministers to attend Tuesday's cabinet meeting in Downing Street in person. The business secretary was in the Commons chamber for nearly an hour earlier while leading for the government on the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Bill.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52910303

Subject: Andy Gill Gone at 64, may had died from coronavirus last February

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 2:26 am

Andy Gill died on February 1 and his wife Catherine Mayer believes that he was one of the very early cases of coronavirus and she has been trying to get answers.

His widow Catherine Mayer has revealed in a blog post that she believes it could have been coronavirus that killed him despite his death certificate stating "(a) multi-organ failure, (b) pneumonia".

Heartbroken Catherine has shared on how she watched Andy - who was previously diagnosed with chronic condition sarcoidosis - present symptoms of low oxygen, lethargy and diminished appetite before his passing - which we now know are signs of Covid-19 - in a lengthy post she shared on her blog.

Catherine has told how he began to suffer Covid-19 symptoms at the end of 2019 and the start of 2020 after returning from China with his bandmates in late November - months before China revealed the bug was spreading.

She said that after China shared on the Coronavirus pathogen on January 7 that Andy's doctors asked if he had visited Wuhan - the epicentre of the disease - during the tour but Andy thought it was unlikely he had picked up the bug as "Gang of Four's tour had taken the band only to Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou".

After Catherine took her theory to one of Andy's specialists and the medical professional admitted that it had crossed his mind that Covid-19 could have been the reason for Andy's death but that he did not want to update her until he has a "definite answer".

https://www.mirror.co.uk/3am/celebrity-news/coronavirus-gang-fours-andy-gills-22131468

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest from Europe

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 5:08 am

Germany announces a massive economic stimulus while Austria reopens its borders – but not to Italy. Here’s the latest from Europe:


After marathon talks with coalition partners, Germany’s Chancellor Angela Merkel unveiled a €130 billion ($146bn; £116bn) economic recovery package, including a cut in VAT to boost consumer spending and a €300 stipend per child for struggling families. Ms Merkel called it a “package for the future”
Austria has unilaterally opened its borders, with foreign minister Alexander Schallenberg describing it as a return to “pre-corona” times. But the frontier remains closed with Italy, which fully reopened all its borders on Wednesday. Foreign minister Luigi Di Maio said “individualist” approaches by different countries risked damaging the EU
The president of Spain’s Balearic Islands, Francina Armengol, has told a German newspaper group that partying tourists face a very different holiday after the virus. “We want to guarantee that holidays in Mallorca are safe,” she said. “Bucket drinks are history”
And North Macedonia is imposing a strict curfew in certain cities, running from 9pm tonight until 5am on Monday, after a recent spike in infections


Subject: HK protesters find ways to mark Tiananmen despite virus ban

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 5:20 am

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People across Hong Kong are still finding ways to mark the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square crackdown - despite the official vigil being banned due to coronavirus. The Hong Kong Alliance - which organises the annual vigil - has called on people to mark the date with a home-based commemoration. They are asking people to light a candle at 20:00 local time "no matter where you are", followed by a minute's silence, songs, and "chanting of slogans". The ban comes comes as Beijing has proposed a new security law for the city, one that critics say would remove Hong Kong's freedoms and spell the end of the "one country, two systems" way of life. They also fear the bill could mean no more Tiananmen Square vigils in Hong Kong - even after the virus threat has eased.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Paris cancels Bastille Day parade

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 5:54 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/4/0a881703-7af4-41d9-af20-9860a72bd359.jpg

The French capital has cancelled its famous military parade for Bastille Day on 14 July because of coronavirus. Instead, the Elysee says in a statement, they'll hold a ceremony at the Place de la Concorde in central Paris. The annual parade usually takes place on the Champs-Elysées, and is the biggest event on the French calendar.

Subject: Coronavirus: Prince Charles says he 'got away lightly'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 6:55 am

The Prince of Wales has said he "got away with it quite lightly" when he contracted coronavirus at the beginning of the UK's epidemic in March. Prince Charles, 71, self-isolated after testing positive for the virus and only experienced mild symptoms. Speaking to Sky News, he said: "I was lucky in my case... but I've had it, and I can so understand what other people have gone through." He expressed sympathy with those who had lost family or friends. "I feel particularly for those who have lost their loved ones and have been unable to be with them at the time. That, to me, is the most ghastly thing," the prince said. "But in order to prevent this happening to so many more people, I'm so determined to find a way out of this."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52915685

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 7:43 am


Using my skills I have worked out the above image is New York, and those protesting should have known better for themselves.

London had three separate peaceful marches organised for yesterday, and they all met up in the Downing Street and Parliament Square making a huge crowded area, even with face masks on it still looked uncomfortable for social distancing.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/cpsprodpb/12DE9/production/_112698277_gettyimages-1217471257.jpg
Call this a peaceful march?

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/cpsprodpb/1495F/production/_112691348_aerialshot.jpg
Thousands of people marched through Park Lane, Westminster in central London.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52907101
...and more protest marches are planned for this weekend.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/04/20 at 8:01 am


Yes and lots of desolate wilderness. 300k people over 16k square miles, most of them clustered in the cities. Largest city is 21k.

I have plenty of fresh air here but sometimes I need a change of scenery.


After hearing so much bad news it's good to need a change of scenery.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 8:36 am


After hearing so much bad news it's good to need a change of scenery.
I would like to relocate for a short while, but I am requested to stay at home for health reasons.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Face coverings to be compulsory on transport in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 11:18 am

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has given more details on plans for the UK government to make non-medical face coverings mandatory on public transport in England from 15 June. There will be exemptions for young children, he says. But broadly we are doing what many other countries will do he adds. "We need to ensure every precaution is taken," Shapps says. He says "face coverings offer some - albeit limited - protection". He says those who don't comply can be stopped from travelling and passengers can be fined. Earlier, Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said her government was considering making the wearing of face coverings mandatory in enclosed public spaces in Scotland.

Subject: How to make your own mask at home

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 11:19 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/4/f146621d-f520-461f-96d0-6b7f1efcd3be.png

Subject: Re: How to make your own mask at home

Written By: nally on 06/04/20 at 11:22 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/4/f146621d-f520-461f-96d0-6b7f1efcd3be.png

That is helpful information. I might have an old (retired) T-shirt somewhere that I can possibly use for this.

Subject: Re: How to make your own mask at home

Written By: violet_shy on 06/04/20 at 11:25 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/4/f146621d-f520-461f-96d0-6b7f1efcd3be.png



That is helpful information. I might have an old (retired) T-shirt somewhere that I can possibly use for this.


My mom makes them using old clothing that are made of cotton. They are very easy to make!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What did we learn from today's UK briefing?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 11:58 am

Today's government press conference was led by Transport Secretary Grant Shapps, who was joined by Sir Peter Hendy, chairman of Network Rail.

Here's what they told us:


From 15 June, face coverings (not clinical masks) will be mandatory on all public transport in England. Passengers who refuse to comply will be refused travel or fined, which will be enforced by staff and British Transport Police

The Cycle to Work tax break is being extended to apply to e-bikes

Travel companies have a duty to offer a refund for cancelled holidays if the customer does not want a voucher, he reiterated

Grant Shapps says he spoke to Business Secretary Alok Shama, who has been tested for coronavirus after falling ill in the House of Commons yesterday, and says he is feeling well and working from isolation

Holidays are not advised at the moment. Foreign Office advice is against all but essential travel abroad and the rules mean people can't spend the night away from home within the UK.


Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK minister does not have virus, test shows

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 12:47 pm

UK Business Secretary Alok Sharma has tested negative for coronavirus. It comes after he appeared to be unwell while speaking in the House of Commons yesterday. His spokeswoman said: "Mr Sharma would like to thank the parliamentary authorities and Speaker and also for the kind words from parliamentary colleagues and others who have expressed their well wishes over the last 24 hours." Asked about Mr Sharma's condition at the Downing Street daily press conference, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said he was "doing fine".

Subject: Re: How to make your own mask at home

Written By: Howard on 06/04/20 at 1:58 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/4/f146621d-f520-461f-96d0-6b7f1efcd3be.png


That is great information for someone who doesn't know how to wear a face cloth to wrap around their nose and mouth.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 2:19 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/4/510eedef-bb75-46fb-a8ed-26372a03e3b3.png

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: How to make your own mask at home

Written By: nally on 06/04/20 at 2:31 pm


That is great information for someone who doesn't know how to wear a face cloth to wrap around their nose and mouth.

I have at least two of them that already contain looped straps that can go around the ears.

I also have two of them with four loose ties, one of which was mailed to me by my work. I watched an instructional video to learn how to tie it, that way when we all finally go back into our office (whenever that is, and will be required to wear them) I can put it on.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: 2001 on 06/04/20 at 3:38 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/4/510eedef-bb75-46fb-a8ed-26372a03e3b3.png

:\'( :\'( :\'(


I thought Ontario was doing well the past few weeks with deaths in the 10-20 a day range but today it shot up to 45. I mean it's probably an outlier but I was hoping to never see such numbers again.  :\'(

Overall though, I was looking through the numbers yesterday and realized I was over-despairing. Canada's death rate is just under Switzerland's and above Portugal's, which isn't too bad. And 60% of deaths in Canada are in Québec. For Ontario, the death rate is about the same as Portugal's and just above Germany's, two countries I think everyone can agree handled this crisis decently.

Our death rate is still rising so I'm not about to pop the champagne bottles yet, but it's not as bad as I thought. :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/20 at 4:11 pm


I thought Ontario was doing well the past few weeks with deaths in the 10-20 a day range but today it shot up to 45. I mean it's probably an outlier but I was hoping to never see such numbers again.  :\'(

Overall though, I was looking through the numbers yesterday and realized I was over-despairing. Canada's death rate is just under Switzerland's and above Portugal's, which isn't too bad. And 60% of deaths in Canada are in Québec. For Ontario, the death rate is about the same as Portugal's and just above Germany's, two countries I think everyone can agree handled this crisis decently.

Our death rate is still rising so I'm not about to pop the champagne bottles yet, but it's not as bad as I thought. :P
Best not to pop out too, please stay safe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/04/20 at 4:15 pm

Holy moly, Mexico joins the 1,000+ deaths a day club along with Brazil and the US. The US which has the capacity to deal with this is one thing, but seeing third world countries up there is so sad.  :\'(

Pakistan which gave up their lockdown strategy a few days ago also shot up to 100+ deaths a day.  :-\\

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): China continues to reports no domestic cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/20 at 12:27 am

China's health authority has reported no domestically transmitted cases on Thursday. However, five new imported cases - including four in Shanghai and one in Sichuan province - were reported, bringing the total number of cases to 83,027. China had a day earlier also seen no domestically transmitted cases, with only one new imported cases recorded on Wednesday.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Infections are spiking in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/20 at 12:58 am

Covid-19 cases are rising fast in India, Pakistan and Bangladesh - between them, they are home to more than a fifth of the world's population. The spike comes as all three countries lift lockdowns to curb the spread of the virus. Pakistan now has 86,139 confirmed cases - its tally crossed China's on Thursday. Bangladesh has recorded more than 57,500 cases so far. And India on Friday registered yet another record single-day spike, adding 9,000 cases, taking its tally to 216,919. Deaths remain relatively low, comparatively - at 6,075, India has had the most, and Pakistan (1,793) and Bangladesh (781) are far behind on this count. But experts fear the numbers are a sign of undercounting, and with the peak yet to come in these countries there is also concern over their health systems coping with a sudden deluge of infections.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fiji says it's free of coronavirus

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/20 at 2:08 am

The Pacific island of Fiji has declared itself free from coronavirus, after its last known infected patient was given the all-clear. Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama said its success was a result of "answered prayers, hard work and affirmation of science". Fiji was among a handful of Pacific Islands struck by the virus. The first case was recorded there in mid-March, sparking panic across the nation. The Pacific Islands were initially seen as among the world's most vulnerable to the disease due to their under-resourced health infrastructure system. But countries acted quickly to close their borders and shut down tourism - and many have remained successful in keeping the virus at bay.

Subject: Face coverings can create challenges for deaf people

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/20 at 6:31 am

Face coverings and social distancing can both be a challenge if you're deaf. Covering the mouth means lip reading becomes ineffective, while social distancing can mean, for those with some hearing, that they can be a little too far away from people to hear what they’re saying. Lots of deaf people plan their travel routes in advance to avoid having to ask for help, but sometimes that is unavoidable if there are changes to services or delays – meaning other solutions need to be found. Some designers have made face coverings with a clear window around the mouth to enable lip reading, and nine British charities have written to Public Health England and NHS England asking that these be commissioned for wider use. It might be something we see more of in the future, but for now, production is low and to have any real benefit they would need to be widely available so the majority of the population could use them

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tracking the global outbreak

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/20 at 6:58 am

Brazil's death toll has now surpassed Italy's to be the third highest in the world at 34,021 - behind the US and the UK. It is one of the countries where deaths are rising fastest.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/5/020e6138-d328-4ade-8ac0-28d7504e745a.png

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/5/b862b019-e244-4036-85e6-e1e1c72965dc.png

In Europe, most countries have passed through the peak although the UK's daily death toll remains higher than other European countries.

Subject: Re: Face coverings can create challenges for deaf people

Written By: Howard on 06/05/20 at 7:48 am


Face coverings and social distancing can both be a challenge if you're deaf. Covering the mouth means lip reading becomes ineffective, while social distancing can mean, for those with some hearing, that they can be a little too far away from people to hear what they’re saying. Lots of deaf people plan their travel routes in advance to avoid having to ask for help, but sometimes that is unavoidable if there are changes to services or delays – meaning other solutions need to be found. Some designers have made face coverings with a clear window around the mouth to enable lip reading, and nine British charities have written to Public Health England and NHS England asking that these be commissioned for wider use. It might be something we see more of in the future, but for now, production is low and to have any real benefit they would need to be widely available so the majority of the population could use them



Should deaf people wear face masks and what about the blind too?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/20 at 8:09 am



Should deaf people wear face masks and what about the blind too?  ???
With deaf people many rely on lip reading during communication and if the mouth is covered the deaf people cannot see the mouth of the person in front of them.

Subject: UK virus cases down to 5,600 a day, household survey suggests

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/05/20 at 8:22 am

The number of people infected with coronavirus in homes in England has fallen to 5,600 a day, from 8,000 last week, statisticians suggest.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52933804

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/05/20 at 10:36 pm

There's a huge anti-5G protest planned for tomorrow in Toronto.

The one day you need police brutality and it's not gonna be there!!!  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 06/06/20 at 2:26 am


There's a huge anti-5G protest planned for tomorrow in Toronto.

The one day you need police brutality and it's not gonna be there!!!  :\'(



I would really like to hear an explanation of how 5G caused this virus...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/06/20 at 3:07 pm



I would really like to hear an explanation of how 5G caused this virus...


What is 5G?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/06/20 at 3:16 pm


What is 5G?  ???


Mobile internet (cellular data). Right now, most the world is on 4G (LTE). 5G is supposed to be a lot faster.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/06/20 at 3:29 pm


Mobile internet (cellular data). Right now, most the world is on 4G (LTE). 5G is supposed to be a lot faster.



Can it go higher than 5G?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Virus deaths 'at lowest level since March'

Written By: nally on 06/06/20 at 3:31 pm



Can it go higher than 5G?

I'm not sure.

The "G" stands for "Generation" in this case; that is, generation technology standard for cellular networks. So there probably won't be a 6G in the foreseeable future...but no one can be sure of that yet.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 06/06/20 at 3:42 pm

Don’t know about elsewhere,  but in the U.K. some people blamed the new 5G masts for causing coronavirus and set fire to the masts.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/06/20 at 3:49 pm


Don’t know about elsewhere,  but in the U.K. some people blamed the new 5G masts for causing coronavirus and set fire to the masts.


Same here, they set fire to a mast in Montréal. Thankfully the perpetrators were caught.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/07/20 at 7:24 am

https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-cuomo-announces-new-york-city-enter-phase-1-reopening-june-8-and-five-regions-enter

Well, this is certainly good news I can finally get my haircut after 2 months, most likely I will get it on Thursday or maybe Friday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Virus deaths 'at lowest level since March'

Written By: nally on 06/07/20 at 12:25 pm


https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-cuomo-announces-new-york-city-enter-phase-1-reopening-june-8-and-five-regions-enter

Well, this is certainly good news I can finally get my haircut after 2 months, most likely I will get it on Thursday or maybe Friday.

I'm sure the social distancing and mask-wearing will still apply, however.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Virus deaths 'at lowest level since March'

Written By: Howard on 06/07/20 at 1:53 pm


I'm sure the social distancing and mask-wearing will still apply, however.


They'll probably enforce the social distancing and mask wearing in the shop.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Dentists can reopen in England - but will yours?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/20 at 4:56 am

Dental practices in England are able to reopen from this week - as long as they have safety measures in place. But some dentists say they still lack they lack the necessary kit - and were not given enough warning ahead of the government's announcement 10 days ago. Only about one in three dentists are expected to be reopening on Monday, according to one poll. However, it is hoped the move will help bring an end to people venturing into their toolboxes to perform DIY dentistry.

Subject: New Zealand to lift all restrictions as it declares itself virus-free

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/20 at 5:08 am

New Zealand is set to lift almost all its coronavirus restrictions within hours as it reports there are no active cases in the country. It will move to level one, the lowest of its four-tier alert system, at midnight local time (12:00 GMT). Under this, social distancing will no longer be required and there will be no limits on public gatherings, but borders will remain closed. New Zealand has reported no new Covid-19 cases for more than two weeks. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern told reporters she did "a little dance" when she was told the country no longer had any active virus cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-52961539

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths continue downward trend

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/20 at 5:18 am

This chart shows the number of daily reported deaths with coronavirus in the UK, up until 6 June. The line shows the seven-day rolling average decreasing from a peak in mid-April.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/8/2f355707-4084-4858-b757-ea93c0c2ae63.png

Yesterday, a further 77 people have died in the UK after testing positive for coronavirus - the lowest daily increase since the lockdown began.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What are the new UK quarantine rules?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/20 at 5:23 am

Under the new rules, everyone, including British nationals, arriving in the UK will have to self-isolate for 14 days beginning today (people arriving from the Republic of Ireland, the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man are exempt).


Passengers arriving by plane, ferry or train will be asked to provide an address where they will self-isolate
If they are unable to provide an address, the government will arrange accommodation at the traveller's expense
There will also be checks to see whether the rules are being followed
Those in quarantine must not go to work, school, public areas or have visitors
They could face a fine of £1,000 if they fail to self-isolate for the full 14 days (the fine is lower in Scotland).


Some people are exempt, including freight workers and medical professionals who are providing essential care. The travel industry has been critical of the rules - saying the two-week isolation period will deter visitors and put jobs at risk. The rules do not apply to transit passengers - i.e. people flying into the UK who then fly out without leaving the airport or passing border control.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Australia to stop offering free childcare

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/20 at 7:30 am

The Australian government announced in April that all parents would receive free childcare, amid spiralling unemployment and fears of absenteeism among critical workers as schools closed down. But that subsidy will end on 12 July, Education Minister Dan thean has just confirmed. Australia continues to see only small numbers of daily infections. Currently, three people with the virus are in intensive care. Many parents hoped free childcare would be extended - Australia ranks fourth for most expensive childcare based on percentage of earnings, according to the OECD.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What's happening in sport?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/20 at 8:27 am


New Zealand will allow full crowds in stadiums when its domestic rugby union season resumes on Sunday, after the government lifted all domestic Covid-19 restrictions
Some Premier League clubs have begun playing friendlies at their home grounds as the competition moves towards its restart on 17 June.
Two people at two Championship football clubs in England have tested positive for coronavirus in the latest round of testing
French rugby club Pau has dismissed former New Zealand fly-half Tom Taylor for leaving France in March without permission during the pandemic
In tennis, men’s world number one Novak Djokovic has called the coronavirus safety protocols, planned for the US Open, "extreme"



Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No Covid-19 deaths in London over 24 hours

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/20 at 8:32 am

London hospitals have recorded no deaths among those to have tested positive for coronavirus. Across England, a further 59 people have died after testing positive for coronavirus,during the same period. That is the lowest number since before lockdown was announced on 23 March.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK daily virus deaths drop to pre-lockdown level

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/20 at 8:58 am

The UK has recorded its lowest daily rise in the number of coronavirus deaths since before lockdown, latest government figures show. A further 55 people died after testing positive with the virus as of 17:00 BST on Sunday, taking the total to 40,597. This included no new deaths announced in both Scotland and Northern Ireland - for the second consecutive day. However, there tends to be fewer deaths reported on Mondays, due to a reporting lag over the weekend. The number of new cases on Monday - 1,205 - is also the lowest number since the start of lockdown. On the day lockdown began, 23 March, there was a rise of 74 deaths.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52968160

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Students return to university in China’s Wuhan

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/20 at 10:29 am

Chinese students are returning for the first time today to a number of universities in the city of Wuhan, where the coronavirus outbreak began. Since early May, the local government has been phasing the return of students to academic institutions. Today, final year and postgraduate students who specialise in scientific research are able to return, state media says. The official People’s Daily newspaper is sharing pictures of students returning to universities with their suitcases and masks. They have been told to turn up at specific times to maintain social distancing, and they are subject to temperature checks on arrival. There were more than 50,000 confirmed cases of Covid-19 in Wuhan, and people in the city spent 76 days in strict lockdown. On Friday, authorities confirmed the city was free of all symptomatic cases of the virus, but roughly 200 people who are asymptomatic are still under medical observation.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What did we learn from today's UK briefing?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/20 at 1:42 pm

Today's press conference was held by Health Secretary Matt Hancock, who was joined by David Pearson, the new chair of the government's coronavirus social care taskforce.

Here's what they told us:


Despite some speculation over the weekend that the R-number (the rate of reproduction of the virus) is above one in some regions, the government's official figures estimate it is below one in every region. This means each infected person passes the virus, on average, to fewer than one other person
The government will be drawing up a new plan for social care as lockdown eases. The new taskforce will connect government, local authorities and care providers and focus on infection prevention
All old-age care home residents and staff have been tested - and this is now being rolled out to 6,000 other adult care homes
Mr Hancock says it is safe for families to put their relatives into care homes. He said the proportion of care home deaths in the UK is lower than in other countries
He also denied that, when thinking about lifting lockdown measures, there is a trade off between deaths and the economy. He said a second spike in cases would be very damaging to the economy




Subject: Coronavirus: Lockdowns in Europe saved millions of lives

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/20 at 3:53 pm

Lockdowns have saved more than three million lives from coronavirus in Europe, a study estimates. The team at Imperial College London said the "death toll would have been huge" without lockdown. But they warned that only a small proportion of people had been infected and we were still only "at the beginning of the pandemic". Another study argued global lockdowns had "saved more lives, in a shorter period of time, than ever before". The Imperial study assessed the impact of restrictions in 11 European countries - Austria, Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the UK - up to the beginning of May.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52968523

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths continue downward trend

Written By: nally on 06/08/20 at 5:06 pm


This chart shows the number of daily reported deaths with coronavirus in the UK, up until 6 June. The line shows the seven-day rolling average decreasing from a peak in mid-April.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/8/2f355707-4084-4858-b757-ea93c0c2ae63.png

Yesterday, a further 77 people have died in the UK after testing positive for coronavirus - the lowest daily increase since the lockdown began.

Glad to see that the UK is on a downward trend in terms of deaths.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Dentists can reopen in England - but will yours?

Written By: nally on 06/08/20 at 5:08 pm


Dental practices in England are able to reopen from this week - as long as they have safety measures in place. But some dentists say they still lack they lack the necessary kit - and were not given enough warning ahead of the government's announcement 10 days ago. Only about one in three dentists are expected to be reopening on Monday, according to one poll. However, it is hoped the move will help bring an end to people venturing into their toolboxes to perform DIY dentistry.


This reminds me, I have rescheduled my dental appointment for the 26th of this month. For now it is tentative, pending how things improve (if at all) before then.

DIY dentistry should be avoided; a person needs special skills in order to do any kind of dental work (preferably on another person).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths continue downward trend

Written By: 2001 on 06/08/20 at 6:21 pm


Glad to see that the UK is on a downward trend in terms of deaths.


I was pleasantly surprised to see such low death figures for the UK today. But looking at that graph, it looks like UK is one of those countries that report a lower number of deaths on weekends because data from some hospitals doesn't get reported on weekends  ???

In Canada the number of deaths has plummetted too. Miraculously Québec went from having 40-80 deaths a day to just 5-10 in a span of a few days :o In Ontario we fell below 200 daily cases today too, but deaths still in the 10-25 a day range.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/20 at 12:49 am


I was pleasantly surprised to see such low death figures for the UK today. But looking at that graph, it looks like UK is one of those countries that report a lower number of deaths on weekends because data from some hospitals doesn't get reported on weekends  ???

I am pleased too, but after the riots of last Wednesday and the weekend where social distancing was not adhered to, I fear a rise in death in a few week time.

Subject: Coronavirus: Nigeria's spike in deaths linked to Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/20 at 1:16 am

Nigeria's health minister Osagie Ehanire says up to 60% of nearly 1,000 unexplained deaths in the northern state of Kano were probably due to Covid-19. The deaths haven't appeared in the country's national total. Investigators reached the conclusion after looking into a spike in deaths across Kano state in April and early May - mostly among elderly people with existing health conditions. Some died in hospitals but more than half died at home. There have been similar unexplained spikes in other states across northern Nigeria. With low testing rates and Africa's largest population, experts fear the virus could be spreading virtually undetected in Nigeria. So far about 12,000 coronavirus cases have been confirmed - with only 350 deaths.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Plan dropped for all England primary pupils to return

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/20 at 1:30 am

The plan for all primary school years in England to go back to school before the end of term is to be dropped by the government. There was an aim for all primary pupils to spend four weeks in school before the summer break. But it is no longer thought to be feasible - and instead schools will be given "flexibility" over whether or not to admit more pupils. Head teachers' leaders said it had never been a practical possibility. It comes after Health Secretary Matt Hancock conceded at Monday's Downing Street briefing that secondary schools in England may not fully reopen until September "at the earliest". There are separate rules for managing the threat of coronavirus in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. Children in England began returning to primary schools in a phased process last week, with Reception, Year 1 and Year 6 pupils heading back first.

Subject: Coronavirus: £2.5m musicians' fund runs out of cash

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/20 at 1:45 am

A £2.5m fund set up to help musicians during the coronavirus crisis is set to run out of cash after just five days. More than 3,500 people have applied for financial assistance since Friday, says the charity Help Musicians UK. But with the fund reaching capacity, and live music a distant prospect, other applicants may be left stranded. "It's a bigger, longer crisis than any of us could have thought possible," said the charity's chief executive, Jack Ainscough. Touring and gigging musicians have been particularly affected by the lockdown, as months of work simply vanished in mid-March. Many of them (up to 25%) are not covered by the government's scheme to support freelancers, and have no other source of income during the lockdown.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52963596

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/20 at 2:11 am


In Canada the number of deaths has plummetted too. Miraculously Québec went from having 40-80 deaths a day to just 5-10 in a span of a few days :o In Ontario we fell below 200 daily cases today too, but deaths still in the 10-25 a day range.
Good news for Ontario, hopefully the virus will just fade away?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK study shows BAME pregnant women virus link

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/20 at 2:23 am

More than half of pregnant women recently admitted to UK hospitals with coronavirus were from a black, Asian or minority ethnic (BAME) background, a new study has found. The peer-reviewed research, published in the British Medical Journal, looked at data for pregnant women admitted to 194 obstetric units in the UK with a positive Covid-19 infection between March 1 and April 14. It found that of the 427 pregnant women in hospital during that period, 233 (56%) were from BAME backgrounds, of which 103 were Asian and 90 were black. Researchers, led by Prof Marian Knight from the Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, said the findings now require "urgent investigation and explanation".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Infections rise rapidly in India's capital

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/20 at 2:54 am

Delhi added around 1,000 new infections on Monday, taking the total in the Indian capital to nearly 30,000. Its highest daily spike - more than 1,500 - was recorded earlier this month, but its upward trajectory has experts worried as the city eases out of lockdown this week. Delhi has also reported more than 800 deaths. A five-member expert committee of top doctors told reporters that Delhi could be looking at 100,000 Covid-19 cases by the end of June if current trends continue. Reports suggesting that patients are already being turned away from hospitals in the city have only added to concerns about how hospitals will cope. The western city of Mumbai, India's financial capital, is still the worst-hit in the country with more than 50,000 cases. After a strict lockdown was imposed in the early stages of the pandemic, the virus is now on the rise in India as restrictions ease. There are more than 250,000 total cases and 7,466 deaths.

Subject: Coronavirus: New Forest school closed after pupil tests positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/20 at 4:48 am

A school in the New Forest has been closed after a pupil tested positive for Covid-19. Pennington Infant School said the school was made aware a child had the virus over the weekend. Amy Wake headteacher said: “Acting on initial precautionary advice, I and the governors took the difficult decision to close the school." A risk assessment carried out on Monday has determined only those in the child's "bubble" need to self isolate for 14 days. The school hopes to reopen on Wednesday once a deep clean has taken place.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK furlough scheme now covers 8.9 million workers

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/20 at 5:56 am

Some 8.9 million workers are now covered by the government's furlough scheme, the Treasury has said. Claims for subsidies filed by employers have now reached £19.6bn, it added. The scheme, brought in to mitigate the effects of coronavirus, allows employees to receive 80% of their monthly salary up to £2,500. A similar scheme for self-employed workers, known as the Self-Employed Income Support Scheme, has seen 2.6 million claims made worth £7.5bn. This differs from the furlough scheme because it is a grant paid out in a single instalment covering three months and amounting to 80% of average profit.

Subject: Seven further deaths from Covid-19 in Scotland

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/20 at 7:49 am

There have been a further seven deaths of people who tested positive for coronavirus in Scotland - but First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says the figures show "further indication of a clear downward trend". Speaking at Scotland's daily briefing, she said a total of 15,653 people have now tested positive for Covid-19, an increase of 14 from Monday. There were 1,011 patients in hospital with a suspected or confirmed case - down 31, with 21 being treated in intensive care. There have been a total of 2,422 deaths. There had been two consecutive days of zero deaths registered - but Sturgeon says the new figures are "not a surprise" given the lag in registering deaths at weekends. Last Tuesday 12 deaths were reported.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths continue downward trend

Written By: nally on 06/09/20 at 10:21 am


I was pleasantly surprised to see such low death figures for the UK today. But looking at that graph, it looks like UK is one of those countries that report a lower number of deaths on weekends because data from some hospitals doesn't get reported on weekends  ???

Hmm, maybe the data might be inconclusive because of that. I wouldn't know for sure.



In Canada the number of deaths has plummetted too. Miraculously Québec went from having 40-80 deaths a day to just 5-10 in a span of a few days :o In Ontario we fell below 200 daily cases today too, but deaths still in the 10-25 a day range.

I'm not sure if the number of U.S. deaths has gone down, but I do know that there are new cases each day. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths continue downward trend

Written By: karen on 06/09/20 at 11:09 am


I was pleasantly surprised to see such low death figures for the UK today. But looking at that graph, it looks like UK is one of those countries that report a lower number of deaths on weekends because data from some hospitals doesn't get reported on weekends  ???



You are correct, there is a lag in reporting deaths over the weekend.  The bars on the graph show individual daily death numbers. The thick line is the seven day rolling average. This smooths out the troughs caused by lower weekend reporting and still shows the downward trend.

Subject: All shops in England can open on Monday

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/20 at 12:04 pm

Business Secretary Alok Sharma confirms retailers can open if they follow coronavirus safety rules. Some retailers have already said they will open their stores in England gradually. Department store John Lewis will only open 13 branches initially, while Next will only open 25 of its 500 stores at first.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Dentists can reopen in England - but will yours?

Written By: Howard on 06/09/20 at 3:06 pm


Dental practices in England are able to reopen from this week - as long as they have safety measures in place. But some dentists say they still lack they lack the necessary kit - and were not given enough warning ahead of the government's announcement 10 days ago. Only about one in three dentists are expected to be reopening on Monday, according to one poll. However, it is hoped the move will help bring an end to people venturing into their toolboxes to perform DIY dentistry.


mine had to reschedule until July 10th.

Subject: Study links blood group to Covid-19 risk

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/20 at 3:40 pm

A new study has linked blood group to susceptibility to coronavirus. The data, regarded as preliminary, suggests that individuals with blood type O, the most common in the UK, are less likely to test positive for Covid-19. The research, carried out by genetic-testing company 23andMe, echoes other studies on the blood groups of coronavirus patients. Many teams have been investigating how genetic factors could explain why some people who contract the virus have relatively few symptoms, while others become severely ill. Last week, a study from Italy and Spain found patients with type A blood were more likely to need oxygen or go on a ventilator. An earlier Chinese study produced similar results. But scientists say it’s not clear whether it is blood group that influences risk, or some other genetic factor. There are four main blood groups – A, B, AB and O – and they're determined by the genes inherited from your parents.

Subject: Re: Study links blood group to Covid-19 risk

Written By: wagonman76 on 06/09/20 at 9:47 pm


A new study has linked blood group to susceptibility to coronavirus. The data, regarded as preliminary, suggests that individuals with blood type O, the most common in the UK, are less likely to test positive for Covid-19. The research, carried out by genetic-testing company 23andMe, echoes other studies on the blood groups of coronavirus patients. Many teams have been investigating how genetic factors could explain why some people who contract the virus have relatively few symptoms, while others become severely ill. Last week, a study from Italy and Spain found patients with type A blood were more likely to need oxygen or go on a ventilator. An earlier Chinese study produced similar results. But scientists say it’s not clear whether it is blood group that influences risk, or some other genetic factor. There are four main blood groups – A, B, AB and O – and they're determined by the genes inherited from your parents.


I’m type A. I’ve been reading that covid is more than likely primarily a blood clotting disorder rather than a respiratory disorder. Which is Why it affects people so many different ways. Well considering I have a history of fighting off blood clots, I stay up on my blood thinners anyway. Hopefully that will help if I do end up getting it. Thankfully I’ve never had pneumonia or bronchitis or even a respiratory issue from the flu. So I probably won’t get that cytokine storm. Only respiratory problem is asthma when around cats so I stay away from cats.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Argentina daily cases rise above 1,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 12:57 am

Argentina's daily new infections continue to rise, climbing above 1,000 for the first time. The health ministry recorded 1,141 new cases on Tuesday, taking the total number of cases to 24,761 while 24 new deaths are taking the overall toll to 717. But though numbers are rising, they are still much lower than in neighbouring Chile or Brazil - now the epicentre of the global pandemic. Despite protests, Argentina has just extended lockdown measures for the capital Buenos Aires.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 1:00 am


I’m type A. I’ve been reading that covid is more than likely primarily a blood clotting disorder rather than a respiratory disorder. Which is Why it affects people so many different ways. Well considering I have a history of fighting off blood clots, I stay up on my blood thinners anyway. Hopefully that will help if I do end up getting it. Thankfully I’ve never had pneumonia or bronchitis or even a respiratory issue from the flu. So I probably won’t get that cytokine storm. Only respiratory problem is asthma when around cats so I stay away from cats.
Blood group types was on of my theories with talk around the family, and I wished for more information on it. Collecting the data will be a task, even for the medical services.

Subject: Coronavirus: Zoos and safari parks set to reopen from 15 June

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 2:06 am

Zoos, safari parks and drive-in cinemas are set to reopen in England from Monday, the PM is due to announce. Boris Johnson is expected to outline the latest step in the easing of the coronavirus lockdown at Wednesday's daily briefing. He will say the outdoor attractions can reopen as long as they follow social distancing rules. Some zoos, including Chester Zoo and London Zoo, have reported financial struggles during the pandemic. The move will pave the way for zoos to reopen in England alongside non-essential shops, which can also open from 15 June. Business Secretary Alok Sharma said on Tuesday "we continue to meet" the government's five tests for lifting coronavirus lockdown restrictions, so retailers can open as long as they follow safety guidelines. He also said pubs, bars, restaurants and hairdressers will not be able to reopen until 4 July "at the earliest". Meanwhile, Mr Johnson will face MPs on Wednesday at Prime Minister's Questions, after the plan for the reopening of all primary schools in England by the summer was ditched by the government.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-52986783

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 2:17 am


Philip have you seen anything about caravan parks being allowed to open?
Still no news as yet.

Subject: Coronavirus: NHS waiting list 'could hit 10 million this year'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 2:35 am

Health bosses fear the Covid-19 crisis could see the number of people waiting for NHS treatment double to 10 million by the end of the year. The NHS Confederation said challenges include a backlog of cases, maintaining social distancing, and staffing. The body, which represents health and care leaders, said emergency funding and longer-term spending were needed. The Department of Health has said it will continue to provide the resources, funding and support the NHS needs. Guidance had been issued on how the NHS "should start to restore services in a safe way", a spokesman added.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52984742

Subject: Coronavirus' named children's word of the year

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 5:59 am

Lexicographers have named 'coronavirus' the Children's Word Of The Year after analysing more than 130,000 stories submitted to a BBC writing contest. Oxford University Press found 459 references to the virus in the Radio 2 Breakfast Show's 500 Words competition. It stopped taking submissions on 27 February, almost a month before lockdown. Helen Freeman at Oxford University Press said she was surprised by the number of coronavirus mentions. NHS, virus, antibodies, epidemic, Wuhan, and lockdown were other words mentioned more than usual. Donald Trump was the person referred to most in the 134,709 stories, followed by Hitler and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Merseyside derby can be played at Goodison Park

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 6:56 am

The Merseyside derby has been cleared to be held at Everton's Goodison Park stadium, while Liverpool can play home matches at Anfield when the Premier League season restarts. It was one of the games considered a risk because of fears fans could congregate outside of the ground. Liverpool's ground safety advisory group has now recommended that both Everton and Liverpool can play their remaining home fixtures "safely and securely" behind closed doors at their stadiums. The 2019-20 season has been suspended since March because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Subject: Coronavirus came to UK 'at least 1,300 times'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 8:40 am

Coronavirus was brought into the UK on at least 1,300 occasions, a major analysis of the genetics of the virus shows. The study, by the Covid-19 Genomics UK consortium, quashes the idea that a single "patient zero" started the whole UK outbreak. The analysis also finds China, where the pandemic started, had a negligible impact on cases in the UK and instead most cases came in from European countries. The researchers analysed the genetic code of viral samples taken from more than 20,000 people infected with coronavirus in the UK.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tobacco sales ban challenged in South Africa

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 10:20 am

A South African court has begun hearing a controversial petition challenging a tobacco sales ban imposed in March as part of stringent measures to control the spread of coronavirus. The Fair Trade Independent Tobacco Association (Fita), which represents some cigarette makers, has taken the government to Pretoria High Court. "We have termed it a draconian prohibition, a ban of this nature is probably the most dramatic of any measure that can be taken," argued Fita lawyer Arnold Subel. State lawyers said the ban was imposed to force people to stop smoking to help prevent overburdening the health system. President Cyril Ramaphosa lifted a ban on alcohol sales on 1 June, but kept the moratorium on tobacco "due to the health risks associated with smoking".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PM to lead UK briefing at 17:00 BST

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 10:55 am

We’re expecting Prime Minister Boris Johnson to lead the UK daily briefing in around an hour. He’s due to give an update on plans to ease lockdown in England - including by allowing zoos, safari parks and drive-in cinemas to reopen from Monday. It’s been confirmed that Chris Whitty, the UK government’s chief medical adviser, and Sir Patrick Vallance, the UK’s chief scientific adviser will be joining him.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll rises by 245

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 11:23 am

A further 245 people have died with Covid-19 in UK across all settings, the latest daily government figures show. It takes the total number to have died after testing positive for coronavirus to 41,128.

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Subject: Coronavirus: Single people can stay the night with loved ones, PM says

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 11:25 am

People living alone in England will be able to stay at one other household as part of a further easing of coronavirus restrictions. Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced that, from Saturday, single adults can spend the night at another house in a "support bubble". No 10 said the change aims to help combat loneliness and that people are being trusted to observe the rules. The relaxation does not apply to those who are shielding, or other UK nations.

Subject: Coronavirus: 'Earlier lockdown would have halved death toll'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/20 at 4:17 pm

The number of coronavirus deaths in the UK would have been halved if lockdown had been introduced a week earlier, a former government adviser has said. Prof Neil Ferguson, whose advice was crucial to the decision to go into lockdown, said the outbreak had been doubling in size every three or four days before measures had been taken. The prime minister said it was still too early to make such a judgement. "We will have to look back on all of it and learn the lessons that we can." Boris Johnson added: "A lot of these things are still premature. This epidemic has a long way to go."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52995064

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/10/20 at 9:07 pm

Daycare centres will open beginning on Friday June 12 in Ontario. They should have timed the re-opening of schools for June 1st, in my opinion. Missing out on school is no small thing. I'm worried about my little sisters' education, the online classes are notoriously ineffective. They cancelled summer school so we might have to get a private tutor.

Most of Ontario will be free of lockdown starting June 12. Everything will reopen with a ban on large gatherings, except indoor restaurants and indoor gyms and other tight indoor spaces. Any health regions that report no cases of COVID-19 for at least 3 days are given the green light to deconfine. That's pretty much most of Ontario and includes big cities like Ottawa, which is good because there was a massive BLM protest there, but thankfully no infections came from it.

https://files.ontario.ca/whats-in-each-stage-en.jpg

Toronto and its suburbs and a few nearby cities are still under lockdown though. But I think we'll be free of it soon. My city of 200,000 people has had 0 cases for two days now! Unfortunately my health region of 1.4 million people had 17 new cases today.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'Growing calls' to scrap 2m rule in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/20 at 1:38 am

The government is facing calls from Conservative backbenchers to drop the 2m (6ft) social distancing rule in England. Government MPs, including former cabinet ministers Sir Iain Duncan Smith and Damian Green, say it is essential for the economy. Sir Iain has warned of "dire economic consequences", with public transport running quieter than necessary and pubs, restaurants and cafes unable to stage a proper recovery - or even open at all. The government has said it is constantly reviewing its coronavirus lockdown guidance. It follows the announcement of a further easing of restrictions in England, allowing single adults to stay at one other household from Saturday.

Subject: Coronavirus: Ministers consider NHS contact-tracing app rethink

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/20 at 2:56 am

Concerns about the risks of deploying a go-it-alone UK coronavirus contact-tracing app are causing further delays. A second version of the smartphone software was due to have begun testing on the Isle of Wight on Tuesday, but the government decided to postpone the trial. Ministers are considering switching the app over to tech developed by Apple and Google. But countries testing that model are experiencing issues of their own. Health Secretary Matt Hancock had originally said the NHS Covid-19 app was to be launched across England - and possibly other parts of the UK - by 1 June.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-52995881

Subject: Coronavirus: Cinemas around world ponder reopening strategy

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/20 at 4:21 am

Tens of thousands of cinemas around the world were forced to close by Covid-19. Some are reopening in certain countries and the industry is banking on big summer releases to attract filmgoers back. But will customers feel safe stepping through the doors?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-52968285

Subject: Coronavirus: Amazon and eBay must stop selling unsafe Covid-19 products

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/20 at 5:15 am

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has ordered e-commerce giants Amazon and eBay to stop selling a number of unsafe or unproven pesticides and disinfectants, including products falsely marketed as anti-Covid-19. The "stop sale" orders mention more than 70 products, which must now be taken off the companies' platforms. Failure to comply could result in big fines. “We are removing the products in question and are taking action against the bad actors who listed them,” an Amazon spokesperson said in a statement, Reuters reports. Ashley Settle, an eBay representative, said the company was supportive of the EPA’s “efforts to prohibit the sale of items making fraudulent health claims", according to Bloomberg. “Since the outbreak we have been employing a combination of digital and manual surveillance tools to remove products like those marketed with the term ‘coronavirus’, which violates our policies regarding making unsubstantiated health claims," the representative said.

Subject: Marmite blames lack of larger jars on pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/20 at 7:35 am

Marmite lovers who haven't been able to buy larger jars of the spread during lockdown can blame the coronavirus. Unilever, which owns the brand, says it has temporarily stopped producing all pack sizes other than its 250g jar, prompting a flurry of complaints from customers on social media. The company blamed surging demand and a shortage of brewer's yeast, a key ingredient in Marmite. But it promised that normal supply would resume soon. The Marmite factory in Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, had temporarily limited supply to shops, although production levels are back to normal.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 06/11/20 at 8:58 am

I guess Marmite is in part made from a waste product the brewing industry makes. And they having been brewing as much lately.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Third of positive Covid-19 tests 'not traced'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/20 at 9:24 am

One third of people who tested positive for Covid-19 could not be reached by the NHS test and trace programme in its first week of operation or failed to provide contact details, data shows. Some 8,117 people who tested positive for Covid-19 in England had their case transferred to the NHS test and trace contact tracing system, of whom 5,407 (67%) were reached, while 2,710 (33%) were not. Baroness Harding, the head of the programme, admitted it was not yet the promised "gold standard" service, but described it as "functioning". Overall, 31,794 contacts were identified and, of these, 26,985 were reached and advised to self-isolate between 28 May and 3 June. Of those people who were reached and asked to provide information about their contacts, just over three-quarters (79%) were contacted within 24 hours of their case being transferred to the test and trace system. Some 14% were contacted between 24 and 48 hours, 3% between 48 and 72 hours, and 4% were contacted after 72 hours.

Subject: White House fears rise in Covid-19 due to massive protests

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/20 at 9:32 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/11/91d51c6b-3502-42de-a5fd-d0d768d62c2c.jpg

The White House Coronavirus Task Force cautioned governors this week that the massive protests sparked by George Floyd's death could cause a rise in Covid-19 cases. "We respect the right of every American to exercise their First Amendment rights, but we want to encourage them to do so safely," Vice-President Mike Pence said in a conference call with state leaders, according to an audio recording obtained by CBS News. Task force expert Dr Deborah Birx noted during the call that most major cities were seeing declines in new Covid-19 cases in recent weeks, but that it was unclear whether the masks used by some protesters were effective in preventing any additional spread - especially as higher-risk groups joined peaceful demonstrations. She also said around 70 urban testing sites were damaged in some of the more violent protests. The US is not the only nation concerned by the effect these protests may have on the pandemic. As we reported earlier, a Black Lives Matter protester in Australia has also fallen ill - a day after he attended a rally with thousands of other people in Melbourne. The man had worn a mask, but was still potentially infectious, health officials there said.

Subject: Scammers using Covid-19 to prey on victims

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/20 at 10:43 am

People are being warned about scammers using the Covid-19 crisis to con them out of their money. Reports of attempted scams have been among the 360 complaints and inquiries received by trading standards officials in East Sussex since lockdown began. In May alone, residents across Sussex were conned out of about £1.2m, East Sussex County Council said. In one incident, an elderly resident received a phone call saying workers were in the area and could visit her home to “test the air for Covid-19”. Another received a bogus text message saying he was eligible for free groceries and was asked to give his personal details to receive a voucher.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Virgin Atlantic confirms redundancies

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/20 at 10:54 am

Virgin Atlantic has confirmed it will be making staff redundant this week, including around 300 pilots. This is part of the job cuts announced by the airline on 5 May. Then the airline announced about 3,150 jobs were at risk and that it would end its operation at Gatwick. A source at the airline said pilots were expecting to receive emails by tomorrow confirming whether they were being made redundant, or not. Virgin Atlantic requested a bailout of hundreds of millions of pounds from the government several weeks ago. The Treasury has still not confirmed whether it is providing the airline with emergency loans. Most of the staff who will be issued with redundancy notices this week are UK-based, with the company laying off almost a third of its total of 1,050 pilots.

Subject: Coronavirus: BAME safety plan not published

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/20 at 1:01 pm

A report containing measures to protect ethnic minority groups from coronavirus has been drawn up for government, BBC News has learned. Public Health England (PHE) published a review last week confirming coronavirus kills people from ethnic minorities at disproportionately high rates. But a senior academic told BBC News a second report, containing safeguarding proposals to tackle this, also existed. And PHE now says this report will be published next week.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53002968

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/11/20 at 2:41 pm

New York City
Confirmed
208K

Recovered
-

Deaths
17,193

I hope this goes lower.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/13/20 at 10:57 pm

My brother slept over at his girlfriend's and took public transport to come back.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 06/14/20 at 3:31 am

A Cambridge University study has just been published showing that wide spread mask wearing could dramatically reduce the Risk number and prevent a second wave

widespread mask use

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/14/20 at 7:23 am


My brother slept over at his girlfriend's and took public transport to come back.  ::)



So what was wrong with that?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 06/14/20 at 12:25 pm



So what was wrong with that?  ???


In many places you are not allowed to stay overnight anywhere that isn’t your normal residence (or place you are currently living during this pandemic).  Plus in the U.K. the advice is to avoid public transport if at all possible, and I guess this advice applies in many other places.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/14/20 at 2:49 pm


In many places you are not allowed to stay overnight anywhere that isn’t your normal residence (or place you are currently living during this pandemic).  Plus in the U.K. the advice is to avoid public transport if at all possible, and I guess this advice applies in many other places.


Yes, the public transport part. I would have happily picked him up if he asked. He took the subway and two buses to get back! That's what I would do if I was purposely trying to get sick.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/14/20 at 6:16 pm

Gujarat and Maharashtra in India have reached a Lombardy/New York-like situation where people get turned away at hospitals due to beds being full.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/14/20 at 9:45 pm

Bruhhhhhhhhhh....


https://i.imgur.com/RR2DzoI.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 06/15/20 at 11:02 am

Various shops reopened today, and town is about as busy as you’d typically expect. Normality resumes..

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/15/20 at 2:00 pm


Various shops reopened today, and town is about as busy as you’d typically expect. Normality resumes..


I kinda wonder when my barber shop will re-open, I heard June 22nd and someone said July 6th.  ???

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Written By: karen on 06/15/20 at 2:16 pm


Various shops reopened today, and town is about as busy as you’d typically expect. Normality resumes..


Yeah, I walked through the town centre with my son this afternoon. We were going to the pharmacy to pick up some medication for my dad and then taking it to his house.

There were huge queues for TK Maxx and Sports Direct. Primary also had a queue but not as long as I thought it would be.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 06/15/20 at 9:27 pm


Yeah, I walked through the town centre with my son this afternoon. We were going to the pharmacy to pick up some medication for my dad and then taking it to his house.

There were huge queues for TK Maxx and Sports Direct. Primary also had a queue but not as long as I thought it would be.

Yeah the queue for Primark was completely absurd.

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Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 06/15/20 at 11:32 pm


I kinda wonder when my barbershop will re-open, I heard June 22nd and someone said July 6th.  ???


Yeah, I'm wondering when hair salons and barbershops are going to reopen here too because I can almost pull my hair back into a ponytail but it doesn't look very flattering on me.  If I could find my glass jar that has my elastic bands in it then I'd be ready to pull my hair back into a ponytail but it won't work because it looks like there's a twig or something sticking out of my head.  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D I don't want to look like a hippy-dippy girl not that there's anything wrong with that.  It's just that I want to look and feel better about myself.  Maybe get some highlights put in my hair if I have time to go and get them?

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Written By: 2001 on 06/16/20 at 12:09 am


Yeah, I'm wondering when hair salons and barbershops are going to reopen here too because I can almost pull my hair back into a ponytail but it doesn't look very flattering on me.  If I could find my glass jar that has my elastic bands in it then I'd be ready to pull my hair back into a ponytail but it won't work because it looks like there's a twig or something sticking out of my head.  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D I don't want to look like a hippy-dippy girl not that there's anything wrong with that.  It's just that I want to look and feel better about myself.  Maybe get some highlights put in my hair if I have time to go and get them?


They're open in your region aren't they? I thought Eastern Ontario started Phase 2 last Friday.

Where I live we got the green light to go into Phase 2 starting this Friday. I haven't cut my hair since November (8 months ago) so it's about time :P

Seeing the number of daily deaths in Ontario fall to single digits is an encouraging trend (sorry if that sounded morbid), hopefully it falls to zero soon.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths continue downward trend

Written By: nally on 06/16/20 at 12:12 am


They're open in your region aren't they? I thought Eastern Ontario started Phase 2 last Friday.

Where I live we got the green light to go into Phase 2 starting this Friday. I haven't cut my hair since November (8 months ago) so it's about time :P

Seeing the number of daily deaths in Ontario fall to single digits is an encouraging trend (sorry if that sounded morbid), hopefully it falls to zero soon.

Good for you...but I wonder how safe it's going to be. :o

I guess it depends on the population density of the area...because such places in the States are not ready to reopen yet.

However, when it comes to cutting hair, my mom can do a good job, because she used to cut hair professionally a long time ago. In fact, she even cut my hair about two months ago. She might even have to cut my hair again next time it's due.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths continue downward trend

Written By: 2001 on 06/16/20 at 12:25 am


Good for you...but I wonder how safe it's going to be. :o

I guess it depends on the population density of the area...because such places in the States are not ready to reopen yet.

However, when it comes to cutting hair, my mom can do a good job, because she used to cut hair professionally a long time ago. In fact, she even cut my hair about two months ago. She might even have to cut my hair again next time it's due.


My city is rather dense but seems to have avoided a big outbreak for reasons I can only speculate on. We're still getting 1-3 cases a day, so it's not entirely gone, but hopefully it will by Friday?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths continue downward trend

Written By: nally on 06/16/20 at 12:28 am


My city is rather dense but seems to have avoided a big outbreak for reasons I can only speculate on. We're still getting 1-3 cases a day, so it's not entirely gone, but hopefully it will by Friday?

My area is getting that many cases too on a daily basis.

I don't think it'll be gone anytime soon. People need to do their part by social distancing and continue to wear face masks if they need to go out.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths continue downward trend

Written By: 2001 on 06/16/20 at 12:38 am


My area is getting that many cases too on a daily basis.

I don't think it'll be gone anytime soon. People need to do their part by social distancing and continue to wear face masks if they need to go out.


The advice here is to keep the virus's R (reproduction) value under 1. For my region it is 0.84 at the moment.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 06/16/20 at 5:06 am


They're open in your region, aren't they? I thought Eastern Ontario started Phase 2 last Friday.

Where I live we got the green light to go into Phase 2 starting this Friday. I haven't cut my hair since November (8 months ago) so it's about time :P

Seeing the number of daily deaths in Ontario fall to single digits is an encouraging trend (sorry if that sounded morbid), hopefully, it falls to zero soon.


No! Central Ontario hasn't gone into phase 2 quite yet.  My town is essentially a ghost town.  We have a population of 18, 500 people, maybe more with the subdivisions and condo apartments that are popping up here like crazy, it's just essential services that are opened like the banks, grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants for carryout and delivery only, and convenience stores. 
I haven't had a haircut since about late March/early April and I'm going to have to wait for my 6-month checkup because my dental hygenist isn't on call right now but my dentist is on call.
My mom made a joke about how when we don't have a haircut we tend to shower more often. I know! My mom has a weird sense of humor that only immediate family members recognize.  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

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Written By: 2001 on 06/17/20 at 11:06 pm


No! Central Ontario hasn't gone into phase 2 quite yet.  My town is essentially a ghost town.  We have a population of 18, 500 people, maybe more with the subdivisions and condo apartments that are popping up here like crazy, it's just essential services that are opened like the banks, grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants for carryout and delivery only, and convenience stores. 
I haven't had a haircut since about late March/early April and I'm going to have to wait for my 6-month checkup because my dental hygenist isn't on call right now but my dentist is on call.
My mom made a joke about how when we don't have a haircut we tend to shower more often. I know! My mom has a weird sense of humor that only immediate family members recognize.  ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D


Unless your municipal government kept them closed, they should be open. Refer to http://www.inthe00s.com/index.php?topic=60845.msg3937177#msg3937177

You might have to make an appointment. That is what my barber did. He called me up personally (I didn't even know he had my phone number) and he said I would have to make an appointment and wait in the car or outside and wait to be called in to get a haircut. They are not allowed to have clients waiting inside. :o

Quebec is just crazy town. They're opening up gyms and indoor pools. This while they still have 20-30 deaths a day, compared to 10 or so a day in the rest of Canada (all in Ontario, to be precise). I think they're low-key trying to get the rest of Canada to put borders around them so they can claim independence lol.

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Written By: 2001 on 06/17/20 at 11:32 pm

Countries that made me go

https://images.saatchiart.com/saatchi/514895/art/1854771/992742-JVTLBTPM-7.jpg

today: Brazil (+1,209 deaths), Mexico (+770 deaths), India (+341 deaths), Chile (+232 deaths), Peru (+201 deaths), Pakistan (+136 deaths), Sweden (+102 deaths), Egypt (+84 deaths), Iraq (+61 deaths).

And another

https://images.saatchiart.com/saatchi/514895/art/1854771/992742-JVTLBTPM-7.jpg

worthy piece of news, the COVID-19 death toll in the United States has officially surpassed that of the number of Americans that died in WW1 https://www.ctvnews.ca/world/coronavirus-leaves-more-americans-dead-than-first-world-war-1.4987531

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Written By: Sman12 on 06/18/20 at 6:57 am


Countries that made me go

https://images.saatchiart.com/saatchi/514895/art/1854771/992742-JVTLBTPM-7.jpg

today: Brazil (+1,209 deaths), Mexico (+770 deaths), India (+341 deaths), Chile (+232 deaths), Peru (+201 deaths), Pakistan (+136 deaths), Sweden (+102 deaths), Egypt (+84 deaths), Iraq (+61 deaths).

And another

https://images.saatchiart.com/saatchi/514895/art/1854771/992742-JVTLBTPM-7.jpg

worthy piece of news, the COVID-19 death toll in the United States has officially surpassed that of the number of Americans that died in WW1 https://www.ctvnews.ca/world/coronavirus-leaves-more-americans-dead-than-first-world-war-1.4987531


Brazil has the worst response in the world, coordinated by "little flu" COVID-denier Bolsonaro. He ordered businesses to reopen and eased quarantine restrictions, probably leading to more cases.

https://news.cgtn.com/news/2020-06-16/Graphics-What-s-gone-wrong-for-Brazil-s-COVID-19-response--Rn0ZueKCMo/index.html

Overall, America does have a sh*tty response to this virus (and the numbers reflect that), but we could soon be surpassed by Brazil in terms of hospitalizations and deaths.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/18/20 at 7:24 am


They're open in your region aren't they? I thought Eastern Ontario started Phase 2 last Friday.

Where I live we got the green light to go into Phase 2 starting this Friday. I haven't cut my hair since November (8 months ago) so it's about time :P

Seeing the number of daily deaths in Ontario fall to single digits is an encouraging trend (sorry if that sounded morbid), hopefully it falls to zero soon.


Cuomo and or Deblasio keep saying June 22nd and some are saying July 6th but I am still waiting for NYC barbers to re-open again so I can get my haircut after waiting nearly 2 months.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths continue downward trend

Written By: Howard on 06/18/20 at 7:27 am


My area is getting that many cases too on a daily basis.

I don't think it'll be gone anytime soon. People need to do their part by social distancing and continue to wear face masks if they need to go out.


Wearing masks will most likely be the new norm.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/18/20 at 7:28 am


Unless your municipal government kept them closed, they should be open. Refer to http://www.inthe00s.com/index.php?topic=60845.msg3937177#msg3937177

You might have to make an appointment. That is what my barber did. He called me up personally (I didn't even know he had my phone number) and he said I would have to make an appointment and wait in the car or outside and wait to be called in to get a haircut. They are not allowed to have clients waiting inside. :o

Quebec is just crazy town. They're opening up gyms and indoor pools. This while they still have 20-30 deaths a day, compared to 10 or so a day in the rest of Canada (all in Ontario, to be precise). I think they're low-key trying to get the rest of Canada to put borders around them so they can claim independence lol.


I might have to make an appointment to get a haircut myself, maybe next week.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/18/20 at 3:07 pm

Wow! Just 3 deaths in Ontario today. I mean I don't want to get too excited since it's kind of morbid, but wow, we've come a long way.

Canada surpassed the symbolic number of 100,000 total cases. But that's with 295 new cases added today, that's the lowest since March 22nd. We're almost at the end of this marathon!

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Written By: 2001 on 06/20/20 at 3:50 pm

Florida
https://i.imgur.com/JnDEYau_d.jpg?maxwidth=640&shape=thumb&fidelity=medium

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 6:36 am


Wow! Just 3 deaths in Ontario today. I mean I don't want to get too excited since it's kind of morbid, but wow, we've come a long way.

Canada surpassed the symbolic number of 100,000 total cases. But that's with 295 new cases added today, that's the lowest since March 22nd. We're almost at the end of this marathon!
Like here in the UK, deaths are fewer, and infections still occur, it not over yet. I still fear going out.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Pandemic's impact far exceeds official figures

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 6:37 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/21/643c9840-05de-4965-b6f0-a10b51eeb186.png

At least another 130,000 people worldwide have died during the coronavirus pandemic on top of the more than 440,000 officially recorded deaths from the virus, according to BBC research. A review of preliminary mortality data from 27 countries shows that in many places the number of overall deaths during the pandemic has been higher than normal, even when accounting for the virus. These so-called "excess deaths", the number of deaths above the average, suggest the human impact of the pandemic far exceeds the official figures reported by governments. Some will be unrecorded Covid-19 victims, but others may be the result of the strain on healthcare systems and a variety of other factors.

Subject: Is it safe for the UK to relax the two-metre rule?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 7:28 am

The government will outline proposals on how to safely reduce the two-metre social distancing rule in England this week - but is it safe to do so? The distance could be lowered with "mitigations", so people can be closer without a higher risk of transmission, Health Secretary Matt Hancock told the BBC. The review into the two-metre (6ft) social distancing rule was first announced by UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson on 14 June. The government has been under pressure from MPs and the hospitality industry to allow people to be closer together, to help businesses after they reopen. owever, the government's scientific advisers say that being 1m (just over 3ft) apart carries up to 10 times the risk of being 2m apart.

Subject: 'Between 5% and 7%' of people in England have had virus

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 7:37 am

Sir Ian Diamond, the UK's National Statistician at the Office of National Statistics (ONS), says blood tests to look at the proportion of the population with antibodies suggest between 5% and 7% of the population - or around 3.5 million people in England - either have or had coronavirus, or have natural antibodies to it. Prof Diamond says there is a "real gradient in health and mortality towards the most disadvantaged members of society" and that BAME people - black, Asian, and minority ethnic - are more highly concentrated towards that more disadvantaged end of society. But he reports that higher rates of coronavirus deaths in certain groups are not just to do with disadvantage alone. "We can say occupations like taxi drivers, security guards and health care workers have higher mortality," he tells the BBC's Andrew Marr Show. "But it doesn't control out all the excess mortality we're seeing from people among BAME groups." The ONS is continuing to look at data in this "incredibly important and worrying area", he adds.

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Written By: Howard on 06/21/20 at 7:39 am

I am so happy that Governor Cuomo has decided after almost 3 months in lockdown decided to re-open the barber shops and salons.  :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 7:40 am


I am so happy that Governor Cuomo has decided after almost 3 months in lockdown decided to re-open the barber shops and salons.  :)
What is the R-rate at the moment in NYC?

Subject: Coronavirus: Spain to allow UK tourists without quarantine

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 8:43 am

UK tourists will be able to visit Spain without having to quarantine on arrival from Sunday, Spanish officials say. Spain's foreign affairs minister has told the BBC that British citizens will be allowed to enter the country freely, without the need to self-isolate. She said the decision had been made "out of respect" for the 400,000 Britons who have second homes in Spain. But current rules state that anyone returning to - or entering - the UK still has to self-isolate for 14 days. It is understood the UK's quarantine restrictions will be reviewed on 29 June. The UK Foreign Office is still warning against all but essential international travel.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53122825

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 1,000 workers infected at German meat plant

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 9:01 am

More than 1,000 employees at the Tönnies meat processing plant in the western German state of North Rhine Westphalia have tested positive for Covid-19. Thousands of workers are still being tested, so that number could rise still further. More than 7,000 workers and their families have been quarantined in an effort to prevent the virus spreading into local communities. One German politician says this is the largest outbreak in the EU and the German army has been called in to help. The outbreak has been blamed on poor working conditions, which are described as cramped and unhygienic, and there are calls for the the company’s meat products to be boycotted. Officials are not ruling out reimposing a lockdown across the region.

Subject: Coronavirus: What went wrong with the UK's contact tracing app?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 9:19 am

After months of work, the UK has ditched the way its coronavirus-tracing app works, prompting a blame game between the government and two of the world's biggest tech firms. So what went wrong? At the end of March, I got a text from a senior figure in the UK's technology industry. This person said they were helping the NHS "on a very substantial project that will launch in days and potentially save hundreds of thousands of British lives." That was the first I knew of the plan to build a contact tracing app, a project that soon appeared to be at the very centre of the government's strategy to beat coronavirus and help us all emerge from lockdown.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-53114251

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Australian state extends state of emergency

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 9:58 am

The Australian state of Victoria has extended its state of emergency for four weeks, until 19 July, after seeing the biggest spike in cases for more than a month. The measure gives authorities legal powers to restrict movement on health grounds. "It's a timely reminder that in a population that is non-immune to the virus, to Covid-19, that we'll get, from time to time, outbreaks and clusters as we've seen in Victoria," Australia’s deputy chief medical officer Dr Nick Coatsworth said. The south-eastern state has detected a cluster of new coronavirus infections in recent days. The state premier blamed family-to-family transmission for the spike in new cases. On Saturday, the state said it would delay the lifting of some lockdown measures and reimpose social-distancing restrictions, including limiting household gatherings.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: What went wrong with the UK's contact tracing app?

Written By: 2001 on 06/21/20 at 10:48 am


After months of work, the UK has ditched the way its coronavirus-tracing app works, prompting a blame game between the government and two of the world's biggest tech firms. So what went wrong? At the end of March, I got a text from a senior figure in the UK's technology industry. This person said they were helping the NHS "on a very substantial project that will launch in days and potentially save hundreds of thousands of British lives." That was the first I knew of the plan to build a contact tracing app, a project that soon appeared to be at the very centre of the government's strategy to beat coronavirus and help us all emerge from lockdown.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-53114251


A lot of European governments were acting crazy. They wanted people's location data, even though the Apple/Google API was freely available and didn't require location data. No one downloaded the Norwegian app due to privacy concerns, they had to pull the plug on the whole project.

The UK is not releasing its app until the winter. I wonder how many hundreds of millions of dollars will be spent on making this app when many app's source code is available for free. https://github.com/Covid-19Radar/Covid19Radar ::)

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Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 10:59 am


A lot of European governments were acting crazy. They wanted people's location data, even though the Apple/Google API was freely available and didn't require location data. No one downloaded the Norwegian app due to privacy concerns, they had to pull the plug on the whole project.

The UK is not releasing its app until the winter. I wonder how many hundreds of millions of dollars will be spent on making this app when many app's source code is available for free. https://github.com/Covid-19Radar/Covid19Radar ::)
Many millions spent? And ready for winter? Just stay indoors?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Arrests in UK crackdown on illegal lockdown raves

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 11:23 am

Thirteen people have been arrested in a police crackdown on UK lockdown raves planned despite the risk of coronavirus. Staffordshire Police detained the 11 men and two women in connection with illegal raves planned in Cannock over the weekend. Officers said the gatherings are "both illegal and irresponsible and put people at risk with the current global pandemic still not over". Police forces across England have had to target illegal lockdown raves being staged. Some people are adamant that they want to continue going to lockdown parties. One of them, 22-year-old Jay, explained his views to us: " escapism from being trapped in this whole time which has been getting really daunting."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Germany's R number jumps to 2.88

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 1:33 pm

The coronavirus reproduction rate in Germany, known as the R number, jumped to 2.88 on Sunday, compared to 1.79 a day earlier, according to the country's Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for public health. The RKI said the figure was based on a four-day average, and the spike is mainly because of local outbreaks, such as at the meat processing plant in in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, where more than 1,300 workers have been infected. The R number is the number of people that one infected person will pass the virus on to, on average. In Germany, this now means that out of 100 people with Covid-19, a further 288 will be infected. An R value of less than one is needed to gradually contain the disease. Our colleague James Gallagher has looked into how the R number is calculated.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/21/20 at 2:06 pm


What is the R-rate at the moment in NYC?


What do you mean?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Germany's R number jumps to 2.88

Written By: shadowcookie on 06/21/20 at 2:11 pm


The coronavirus reproduction rate in Germany, known as the R number, jumped to 2.88 on Sunday, compared to 1.79 a day earlier, according to the country's Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for public health. The RKI said the figure was based on a four-day average, and the spike is mainly because of local outbreaks, such as at the meat processing plant in in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, where more than 1,300 workers have been infected. The R number is the number of people that one infected person will pass the virus on to, on average. In Germany, this now means that out of 100 people with Covid-19, a further 288 will be infected. An R value of less than one is needed to gradually contain the disease. Our colleague James Gallagher has looked into how the R number is calculated.

I suppose this was inevitable.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 2:53 pm


I suppose this was inevitable.
...and reports on the radio say that the GPs in the UK are seeing my patients with Covid-19 symptoms, I fear a second peak in a few weeks time here.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Grigor Dimitrov tests positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 2:53 pm

World number 19 tennis player Grigor Dimitrov has tested positive for coronavirus. The Bulgarian, 29, , played in both of Novak Djokovic's recent Adria Tour events, withdrew from the second tournament in Zadar, Croatia on Saturday with sickness after his opening loss to Borna Coric. "I am so sorry for any harm I might have caused," he said. Sunday's final, which would have featured world number one Djokovic, has been cancelled.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 06/21/20 at 2:55 pm

There has been a spike in the city near me. Apparently there were several members of the cardio ward staff at the hospital who tested positive, but were showing no symptoms

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 06/21/20 at 2:58 pm

Wow! Canada is starting to flatten the curve.  :)  I'm hopeful that I can go and get a haircut at some point but every hair salon in town is still closed because of this.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): London City Airport to resume commercial flights

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 2:59 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/21/76c53903-4a3c-465c-8661-bc11ffb603bf.jpg

London City Airport is set to reopen to the public later on Sunday after it was closed for nearly three months because of Covid-19. Commercial and private flights stopped operating on 25 March due to travel restrictions and a collapse in demand. Government agencies and the military have been using the airport instead. On Sunday, the first commercial flight to restart the airport will arrive from the Isle of Man and is due to land at 18:00 BST. Initially flights will be restricted to those within the UK and Ireland. The UK's 14-day quarantine policy, to be enforced with surprise visits and fines of up to £1,000 in England, has been described by some in a struggling aviation industry bosses as a "stunt" and "unenforceable".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK virus death toll increases by 43

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/21/20 at 4:35 pm

The UK death toll has risen by 43 in the past 24 hours. It brings the total number of deaths of people who tested positive for coronavirus, across all settings, to 42,632. Of those tested, 1,221 new cases were confirmed. It comes as the UK government vows to "bring forward proposals" on how to safely reduce the 2m social distancing rule in England this week.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Germany's R number jumps to 2.88

Written By: 2001 on 06/21/20 at 6:05 pm


The coronavirus reproduction rate in Germany, known as the R number, jumped to 2.88 on Sunday, compared to 1.79 a day earlier, according to the country's Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for public health. The RKI said the figure was based on a four-day average, and the spike is mainly because of local outbreaks, such as at the meat processing plant in in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, where more than 1,300 workers have been infected. The R number is the number of people that one infected person will pass the virus on to, on average. In Germany, this now means that out of 100 people with Covid-19, a further 288 will be infected. An R value of less than one is needed to gradually contain the disease. Our colleague James Gallagher has looked into how the R number is calculated.


This happened here in Alberta, the disease spreading fast in meat processing plants. If you know where the source of the disease is, you can contract trace and isolate. There is no reason to panic, yet.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Germany's R number jumps to 2.88

Written By: LyricBoy on 06/21/20 at 7:50 pm


This happened here in Alberta, the disease spreading fast in meat processing plants. If you know where the source of the disease is, you can contract trace and isolate. There is no reason to panic, yet.


Well as long as you cook the meat well, you should be OK.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Germany's R number jumps to 2.88

Written By: 2001 on 06/21/20 at 8:32 pm


Well as long as you cook the meat well, you should be OK.


My parents used to have a heart attack every time I ordered Chinese. A lot of people don't understand what cooking is for. And my mom has a degree in Chemistry!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Germany's R number jumps to 2.88

Written By: wagonman76 on 06/21/20 at 8:45 pm


Well as long as you cook the meat well, you should be OK.


Yes I agree. That’s the least of my worries. Even if the virus survives that long, it won’t matter aa long as you cook it thoroughly and wash your hands after handling it raw. No different than you would (or should) otherwise.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/21/20 at 10:05 pm


Wow! Canada is starting to flatten the curve.  :)  I'm hopeful that I can go and get a haircut at some point but every hair salon in town is still closed because of this.


My city hasn't reported any cases in 2 days, even though the salons opened 2 days ago. We had a 4 day streak of no cases before that.  :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 1:23 am


My city hasn't reported any cases in 2 days, even though the salons opened 2 days ago. We had a 4 day streak of no cases before that.  :D
I wish it could be the same here.

Subject: Coronavirus: Brazil becomes second country to pass 50,000 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 1:49 am

Brazil has become the second country, after the US, to register more than 50,000 deaths from Covid-19. The grim milestone comes amid growing political unrest and days after the country confirmed more than one million coronavirus infections. Experts warn that the peak of the outbreak in Brazil is still weeks away. The World Health Organization (WHO) has recorded the biggest one-day increase in cases, with the Americas responsible for most of the new infections.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-53132225

Subject: Coronavirus: UK PM to announce on Tuesday if pubs can reopen

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 2:05 am

Boris Johnson is expected to announce on Tuesday if the hospitality sector can reopen on 4 July and if the 2m distancing rule in England can be relaxed. Non-essential shops have reopened in England already, with retail resuming in Wales from today. Health Secretary Matt Hancock earlier said England is "clearly on track" to further ease lockdown restrictions. But No 10 warned the moves would be reversed if they led to a virus surge. The PM will discuss England's approach to the changes with the Covid-19 Strategy Committee on Monday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-53129845

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India cases cross 400,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 2:18 am

Infections in India increased to 410,461 on Sunday, after it added more than 15,000 new cases - the highest daily spike yet, according to Johns Hopkins University data. The country has reported 13,254 deaths so far. India has the fourth-highest caseload in the world, after the US, Brazil and Russia. It's been two weeks since the country eased out of its lockdown, and cases have only been rising. Some experts estimate that the virus will peak in the monsoon season, which is between July and September. But in cities like Delhi and Mumbai, the impact of rising cases have stretched an already fragmented healthcare system. Reports of scarce hospital beds - and patients being turned away - have been making the rounds for weeks, prompting outrage and concern.

Subject: UK security minister asked about possible lockdown easing

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 3:07 am

The UK's security minister, James Brokenshire, was asked on BBC Breakfast this morning about the potential for further lockdown easing and changes to social-distancing rules in England. He told the programme: "There has been a great deal of work that's been taking place at pace over the last number of days, informed by the science, informed by experience from around the world as well, as to how we can appropriately look at easements and appropriately also reflect on the two-metre rule as well." He added that international experience and understanding of the virus had evolved in recent weeks and the decision would be informed by "the best, most up to date science" and medical experience. On the fact the "R" number in Germany rose over the weekend, the minister said: "It is concerning to see the situation in Germany and it's why we are informed in our actions by experience from around the world. why the chief scientific officer and the chief medical officer speak to their counterparts in different parts of the world, to ensure that we are applying the best learning and the best experience in informing our next steps."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/22/20 at 4:03 am


Wow! Canada is starting to flatten the curve.  :)  I'm hopeful that I can go and get a haircut at some point but every hair salon in town is still closed because of this.


New York got the green light to enter Phase 2 which means hair salons and barbershops will open most likely at 50% capacity.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Will Santa have to social distance?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 4:38 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/22/75c39eac-58a9-4468-a27f-dc46d3d31f00.jpg

The coronavirus pandemic has already seen off Easter parties and summer festivals - will Christmas outings suffer the same fate? It may be June but lots of parents of young children will tell you Christmas planning starts early if you want to get tickets booked to your favourite Santa experience or pantomime. But while many events have started taking bookings, the question remains whether or not they will go ahead if social distancing remains in place or the virus has a second peak. A visit to a grotto, Christmas show or winter fair is an annual tradition for many families but the magic may feel somewhat lost if Santa has to wear a mask.

Subject: Local lockdown 'possibility' after North Wales factory outbreak

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 6:14 am

A local lockdown could be enforced on the island of Anglesey, North Wales, in a bid to contain a coronavirus outbreak at a chicken processing factory, Public Health Wales (PHW) says. Dr Giri Shankar, PHW’s Incident Director for Covid-19, said "aggressive control measures" were being used at the 2 Sisters plant in Llangefni to stop the infection and there was currently no evidence of widespread community transmission. Dr Shankar told BBC Radio Wales local lockdowns could be something "we need to consider" based on "how the outbreak progresses". So far, 158 positive cases have been confirmed and all staff and contractors are being contacted for testing and asked to self-isolate for 14 days. The company - which processes about a third of all poultry products eaten in the UK each day - has suspended production and closed the factory. 2 Sisters has said "the health, safety and well-being of our colleagues is ultimately the thing that matters most".

Subject: South Korea experiencing second wave

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 7:04 am

Health officials in South Korea believe the country is going through a second wave of coronavirus. Officials on Monday said that over the last 24 hours, 17 new infections had been recorded, from different clusters in large offices and warehouses. Those numbers may appear small, but officials are concerned that following their initial success in tackling the pandemic, they could now be dealing with small clusters for months to come. Dr Jung Eun-kyeong, head of the Korea Centers for Disease Control (KCDC), said it was now clear that a holiday weekend in early May marked the beginning of a new wave of infections focused in the greater Seoul area, which had previously seen only a few cases. South Korea has avoided a lockdown and has instead relied on voluntary social distancing measures alongside an aggressive track, trace and test strategy to combat the virus. A total of 280 people have died since the country reported its first case on 20 January. More than 12,000 infections have been recorded and it is thought that there remain 1,277 active cases.

Subject: No new coronavirus deaths in Scotland

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 7:43 am

There have been no new coronavirus deaths registered in Scotland over the past 24 hours, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said. A total of 2,472 patients have died in Scotland after testing positive for Covid-19, which is no change on Sunday's figure. The death total previously remained unchanged on four other days - 21 June, 15 June, 8 June and 7 June. The first minister said 18,170 people have tested positive for the virus in Scotland, up by 14 from 18,156 the day before. There are 867 people in hospital with confirmed or suspected Covid-19, an increase of 66. Of these patients, 15 were in intensive care, down by one.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fifteen new deaths in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 9:25 am

The number of daily coronavirus deaths in the UK has dropped to its lowest level since mid-March, according to the latest government figures. The Department for Health and Social Care said there had been 15 new deaths recorded in the past 24 hours. In total, 42,647 have died with cornavirus in the UK, with 305,289 people testing positive.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/22/20 at 9:49 am

In Ontario some health units have stopped reporting on the weekend. IMO, the province should just report 0 on the weekends if they're gonna do that. I hate partial data mostly because Sweden does it and it looks sloppy and careless lol.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/22/20 at 11:06 am

The city of Toronto and the last of its suburbs (Peel Region) move into Phase 2 of deconfinement on Wednesday.

That leaves Windsor (city next to Detroit, USA) as the last area still in Phase 1 in Ontario.

3 deaths reported today in Ontario and 0 in Québec. That will give Canada overall just 3 deaths today, unless some other province reports a death. That's the lowest since mid-March!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Shielding people 'can meet in groups'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 11:38 am

The 2.2 million people in England who are currently shielding can meet in groups from 6 July, the health secretary says - with shielding coming to a stop at the end of July. Matt Hancock says shielding has been "incredibly tough" as he set out how those who have been in the most vulnerable category will be able to meet in groups of up to six people outdoors, and some can form a "support bubble" with another household. Food and support packages for those who have been shielding will stop at the end of July. The new guidance says that from 6 July, those shielding from coronavirus can meet with people outside of their household outdoors in groups of six - as long as social distancing is maintained. People who are shielding and live alone, or are single parents with children, will also be able to create a "support bubble" with one other household of any size, in line with rules already in place for the wider population.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 06/22/20 at 12:30 pm

We discussed forming a support bubble with my dad. I wasn’t sure about this, but my older brother suggested it. One of my nieces had checked up on the rules and guidelines and says it will be ok.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 1:35 pm


We discussed forming a support bubble with my dad. I wasn’t sure about this, but my older brother suggested it. One of my nieces had checked up on the rules and guidelines and says it will be ok.
...and take good care when meeting especially in transportation between homes.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 2:07 pm


The 2.2 million people in England who are currently shielding can meet in groups from 6 July, the health secretary says - with shielding coming to a stop at the end of July. Matt Hancock says shielding has been "incredibly tough" as he set out how those who have been in the most vulnerable category will be able to meet in groups of up to six people outdoors, and some can form a "support bubble" with another household. Food and support packages for those who have been shielding will stop at the end of July. The new guidance says that from 6 July, those shielding from coronavirus can meet with people outside of their household outdoors in groups of six - as long as social distancing is maintained. People who are shielding and live alone, or are single parents with children, will also be able to create a "support bubble" with one other household of any size, in line with rules already in place for the wider population.
For me, if you have to wear a face mask when travelling, and in enclosed places, there must still be something out there, it is still not safe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 06/22/20 at 2:34 pm


...and take good care when meeting especially in transportation between homes.


He lives a short walk from my house, I take him a daily paper.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/20 at 3:07 pm


He lives a short walk from my house, I take him a daily paper.
O0

It sounds more organised than my family bubble, my family are based the other side of town.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): South Korea reports 46 cases in 'second wave'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 12:23 am

South Korea has reported 46 new cases across the country, after authorities said they were in a "second wave" of the virus. Of those, 30 were from overseas. Yesterday, authorities said the "first wave" ended in April, with an increase in cases since then. However, the number of infections in the country remains fairly low by international standards. In the past month, there have usually been between 35 and 50 new cases each day.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Florida passes 100,000 infections

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 1:55 am

As the number of people to die in connection with Covid-19 in the US passes 120,000, the state of Florida alone has now reported more than 100,000 confirmed infections. Nearly 3,000 new cases were diagnosed on Monday, according to local health officials. In response, Florida's Surgeon General Scott Rivkees issued a public health advisory on Monday urging everyone to "wear face coverings in any setting where social distancing is not possible". The advisory also suggests that people over the age of 65 and those with "high-risk conditions" stay at home and frequently wash their hands. Florida is the seventh state to record more than 100,000 cases of coronavirus, the others are New York, California, New Jersey, Illinois, Texas and Massachusetts. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says many of the new infections in the state are down to increased testing and involve people in their 20s and 30s.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 2:35 am

Cinemas, museums and galleries will be able to reopen in England from 4 July, Boris Johnson is expected to announce on Tuesday as he outlines a further easing of coronavirus restrictions.

I will confirm on this later.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Online grocery shopping in UK up by 115%

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 3:07 am

Online grocery shopping in the UK was up 115% in the four weeks to 13 June, compared with the same period last year, new analysis reported by Reuters has shown. Market researcher Nielsen also said that due to a surge in demand for frozen food during lockdown, Iceland outperformed all other major UK grocery retailers over the 12 weeks to 13 June with a 23.2% rise in sales compared to the year before. Shopping at smaller convenience stores was up 17% year on year.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Hong Kong reports biggest spike in months

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 3:55 am

Hong Kong reported 30 new imported Covid-19 cases on Monday - its biggest increase since early April. The city has so far managed to avoid the waves of infection seen in other large cities across the world. However, the death toll on Tuesday increased to six after a 72-year-old man died with the virus, local media say. Hong Kong has reported a total of 1,161 infections.

Subject: Coronavirus: Three cricketers test positive - and other updates from Pakistan

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 4:02 am


Three Pakistani cricketers have tested positive for Covid-19 ahead of their of England tour. All national players were to be tested before boarding a chartered flight to the UK later this week. The Test series against England is slated to begin in July
PM Imran Khan has said that lockdown is not the solution to the coronavirus crisis in Pakistan. On Monday, Khan said that there was no need for a "strict" lockdown. "The lockdown has created an unprecedented situation. If provinces had consulted me, I would have not allowed a lockdown," he said
Cases have been rising in Pakistan. It has confirmed more than 180,000 infections and 3,695 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University data.



Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Lockdown-flouting hairdressers investigated in Essex

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 5:34 am

Essex trading standards officers are "dealing with" 42 complaints of hairdressers flouting social distancing restrictions to serve clients at home. Hairdressers and barbers are not allowed to reopen before 4 July. Sheila Abrahams, from the Freelance Hairdressers Association, said: "Nobody dies from not having their roots touched up but people do from a virus." It comes as a BBC Essex investigation found some hairdressers willing to cut hair during lockdown.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-essex-53138985

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 7:05 am


Cinemas, museums and galleries will be able to reopen in England from 4 July, Boris Johnson is expected to announce on Tuesday as he outlines a further easing of coronavirus restrictions.

I will confirm on this later.

Now this sounds ominous, just as UK PM Boris Johnson opened his mouth to speak, my Wi-Fi went down!

Subject: Coronavirus: Lockdown relaxed in England as 2m rule eased

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 7:46 am

Pubs, restaurants, hotels and hairdressers can open from 4 July in England, when social distancing rules will be eased. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said people should remain 2m apart where possible but a "one metre plus" rule will be introduced. Two households in England will also be able to meet indoors and stay overnight - with social distancing. The prime minister warned that all steps were "reversible". The meeting of households will not be exclusive, but unlike the bubble system people will have to maintain social distance - so family members who live apart could not hug.

The prime minister has announced a series of measures easing the lockdown in England.


From 4 July the 2m distancing rule will be changed, and people should stay "one-metre plus" where a distance of 2m is not possible
Two households of any size will be able to meet in any setting inside or out. This does not have to be the same set of households - but the government does not not recommend meetings of multiple households indoors because of the risk of infection
Outdoors, people can meet in groups of up to six - but two households can meet regardless of size
Restaurants and pubs can reopen. All hospitality indoors will be limited to table service and with minimal staff and customer contact. Customers will also have to give contact details when they enter
Holiday accommodation - including hotels, B&Bs, cottages, campsites and caravan parks can reopen
Indoor venues allowed to reopen include libraries, community centres, museums and galleries, amusement arcades and cinemas
More outdoor spaces will open if they can do so safely, including outdoor gyms and children's playgrounds
Hairdressers will be able to reopen, as long as they take precautions. Other close-contact services such as nail bars will not yet open, but the prime minister said they would be able to open "as soon as we're confident they can operate safely"
Nightclubs and casinos remain closed, along with bowling alleys, spas, swimming pools and indoor soft play centres



Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 7:50 am


Philip have you seen anything about caravan parks being allowed to open?


The prime minister has announced a series of measures easing the lockdown in England.


Holiday accommodation - including hotels, B&Bs, cottages, campsites and caravan parks can reopen

Re-open on July 4th.

Good news for Karen!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Novak Djokovic the latest tennis player to test positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 7:53 am

World number one Novak Djokovic has become the latest tennis player to test positive for Covid-19. It comes after Grigor Dimitrov, Borna Coric and Viktor Troicki all revealed they had coronavirus after playing at Djokovic's Adria Tour competition. Djokovic, 33, played fellow Serb Troicki in the first event in Belgrade. Great Britain's Andy Murray said the positive tests were a "lesson for us", while Australian Nick Kyrgios called playing a "bone-headed decision".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): End to UK government's daily news conferences

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 8:45 am

They have become a staple of late afternoons in spring and summer 2020: the government's news conferences at 5pm each weekday, and 4pm at the weekend. A minister troops into an empty room in Downing Street, often with a scientist in tow, occasionally on their own. A few weeks ago, the weekend ones disappeared. As we reported earlier this hour, so too will the weekday ones, after today. Instead, we are told, they will happen when the government has something significant to announce. The government promises it will still be publishing all of the data which has previously been included in the news conference slides.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Will Santa have to social distance?

Written By: Howard on 06/23/20 at 9:18 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/22/75c39eac-58a9-4468-a27f-dc46d3d31f00.jpg

The coronavirus pandemic has already seen off Easter parties and summer festivals - will Christmas outings suffer the same fate? It may be June but lots of parents of young children will tell you Christmas planning starts early if you want to get tickets booked to your favourite Santa experience or pantomime. But while many events have started taking bookings, the question remains whether or not they will go ahead if social distancing remains in place or the virus has a second peak. A visit to a grotto, Christmas show or winter fair is an annual tradition for many families but the magic may feel somewhat lost if Santa has to wear a mask.


Santa is not wearing a mask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 9:25 am


Santa is not wearing a mask.
In a way, Santa has already covered his face?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Second German district placed under renewed lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 10:10 am

Germany has placed a second region under lockdown following the outbreak of coronavirus infections from a meat-processing plant. Warendorf in the big western state of North Rhine-Westphalia has joined the neighbouring district of Gütersloh in reintroducing local measures, state health minister Karl-Josef Laumann has announced.

Subject: Coronavirus: Do I have to go back to work after lockdown?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 11:03 am

With pubs, restaurants, hotels and campsites as well as hairdressers and cinemas allowed to reopen from 4 July, the number of people back at work is set to grow. Many people fear contracting coronavirus once they return to work. So what are your rights?

View full report here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52567567

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Will Santa have to social distance?

Written By: nally on 06/23/20 at 11:54 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/22/75c39eac-58a9-4468-a27f-dc46d3d31f00.jpg

The coronavirus pandemic has already seen off Easter parties and summer festivals - will Christmas outings suffer the same fate? It may be June but lots of parents of young children will tell you Christmas planning starts early if you want to get tickets booked to your favourite Santa experience or pantomime. But while many events have started taking bookings, the question remains whether or not they will go ahead if social distancing remains in place or the virus has a second peak. A visit to a grotto, Christmas show or winter fair is an annual tradition for many families but the magic may feel somewhat lost if Santa has to wear a mask.

Santa is not wearing a mask.


That's still half a year away, but the plans will still have to be made as soon as possible, to prep for the worst case.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Will Santa have to social distance?

Written By: nally on 06/23/20 at 11:55 am


In a way, Santa has already covered his face?

Yes, but not his mouth.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Do I have to go back to work after lockdown?

Written By: nally on 06/23/20 at 11:56 am


With pubs, restaurants, hotels and campsites as well as hairdressers and cinemas allowed to reopen from 4 July, the number of people back at work is set to grow. Many people fear contracting coronavirus once they return to work. So what are your rights?

View full report here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52567567

They'll probably have to take reservations, and set a limit as to how many people they can allow in there at once (IOW, capacity).

Subject: Coronavirus: Three cricketers test positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 12:04 pm




Three Pakistani cricketers have tested positive for Covid-19 ahead of their of England tour. All national players were to be tested before boarding a chartered flight to the UK later this week. The Test series against England is slated to begin in July.


Seven more Pakistan players have tested positive for coronavirus, taking the total to 10. However, players who have tested negative will depart for the tour of England on 28 June.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/23/20 at 2:27 pm


In a way, Santa has already covered his face?


His facial hair.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Three cricketers test positive

Written By: 2001 on 06/23/20 at 3:09 pm


Seven more Pakistan players have tested positive for coronavirus, taking the total to 10. However, players who have tested negative will depart for the tour of England on 28 June.


Somehow deaths there peaked at 100/day. IDK if people are dying at home instead of hospital, or maybe people are following the rules by wearing masks/washing their hands.  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/23/20 at 3:31 pm

Sweden's death rate will probably surpass Italy's in about 1-2 weeks.  ::) So needless.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/23/20 at 3:35 pm

80 deaths in Florida in one day!  That's how much Ontario had its peak!

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/23/20 at 4:01 pm

42 deaths and 4,000 new cases in Arizona in one day. And Trump is holding a rally there today?  ???

4000 in one day... I don't even think all of Canada had even half of that at its peak.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 4:03 pm


42 deaths and 4,000 new cases in Arizona in one day. And Trump is holding a rally there today?  ???

4000 in one day... I don't even think all of Canada had even half of that at its peak.


it seems someone does not hold any control in the USA?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Two more Trump campaign members infected after rally

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/20 at 4:08 pm


42 deaths and 4,000 new cases in Arizona in one day. And Trump is holding a rally there today?  ???

4000 in one day... I don't even think all of Canada had even half of that at its peak.



Two more members of the Trump campaign have tested positive for coronavirus days after his rally on Saturday in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It comes after six members of his team tested positive hours before the event. "After another round of testing for campaign staff in Tulsa, two additional members of the advance team tested positive for the coronavirus," campaign spokesman Tim Murtaugh said in a statement. "These staff members attended the rally but were wearing masks during the entire event. Upon the positive tests, the campaign immediately activated established quarantine and contact tracing protocols." Trump was criticised for holding the rally amidst the pandemic, and attendees had to sign waivers saying they accepted the risk of contracting Covid-19 at the event. Today, Trump will be speaking at a mega-church in Arizona.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/23/20 at 5:45 pm


it seems someone does not hold any control in the USA?


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I heard the European Union (and the Schengen area?) will be banning entry to Americans starting in July.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Food factory closes after positive Covid-19 tests

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/20 at 9:46 am

A tinned-food factory had to close for a day of deep cleaning following an outbreak of coronavirus. Fourteen members of staff out of 407 at the Princes plant in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire tested positive for Covid-19. A spokesman said the symptomatic staff had been asked to self-isolate and contact the health authorities to be tested. The site reopened on Wednesday morning.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK reports further 154 coronavirus deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/20 at 10:22 am

A further 154 people have died with coronavirus in the UK over the past 24 hours, the Department for Health and Social Care has said. The latest figures mean the total UK death toll has risen to 43,081. Earlier in the day, separate death totals were released for England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, though they cover a slightly different time period.

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Subject: Coronavirus: Human trial of new vaccine begins in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/20 at 11:32 am

Volunteers have begun being immunised with a new UK coronavirus vaccine. About 300 people will have the vaccine over the coming weeks, as part of a trial led by Prof Robin Shattock and his colleagues, at Imperial College London. Tests in animals suggest the vaccine is safe and triggers an effective immune response. Experts at Oxford University have already started human trials. The trials are among many across the world - there are around 120 vaccine programmes under way.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53061288

Subject: Coronavirus: Scottish pubs and restaurants to reopen in July

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/20 at 12:02 pm

People in Scotland will be allowed to meet up with two other households indoors from 10 July and pubs and restaurants can re-open from 15 July. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon also said the five-mile travel limit will be lifted from 3 July, while beer gardens can re-open from 6 July. Hairdressers and barbers can open from 15 July, as can holiday accommodation. Ms Sturgeon said the move was possible thanks to the "real sustained progress" made in suppressing coronavirus. But she said the changes depended on keeping the virus under control, and could be reversed if there was a fresh outbreak. And they will not apply to people who are shielding, who will be given further advice "before the end of July".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-53154763

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US states impose 14-day quarantine for visitors

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/20 at 12:34 pm

The US states of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut will require visitors from Covid-19 hotspots elsewhere in the country to quarantine for 14 days, officials have said. The governors of the three north-eastern states - once coronavirus hotspots themselves - announced the joint travel advisory today. New York Governor Andrew Cuomo said he did not want visitors from other states bringing Covid-19 in with them, because "we worked very hard to get the viral transmission down". The quarantine rule will apply to visitors from states where 10% of the population is infected with Covid-19 on a seven-day rolling average, Mr Cuomo said. Nine states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Arizona, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Washington, Utah and Texas, currently meet that high infection rate threshold. The quarantine will come into effect on Thursday. With more than 31,000 deaths and 412,000 cases to date, New York was the epicentre of the pandemic at one stage, but now other southern and western states are seeing a rise in infections.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 06/24/20 at 6:10 pm

I have been very proud of our little state and of how our (Republican) governor has been handling everything. I keep saying that I believe where we are is the safest place right now. Then today I heard that there are 12 new cases-IN MY SMALL LITTLE TOWN!!!  :o :o :o  I believe these are the first cases we have had. They were all from the same workplace-which borders on New York State. I'm sure there is a worker or two who live in NY and brought it to work with them. They are going to have free testing this Saturday for anyone in town who wants it.

Next week is my hair appointment (the first one since March) and I had been thinking that it is probably safe. But, with 12 new cases-I'm not too sure. I just might reschedule and wait a bit longer. So, my hair will get grayer and grayer. 


Cat

Subject: Coronavirus: New York imposes quarantine on nine US states

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 12:12 am

New York, New Jersey and Connecticut have asked people travelling from states where virus cases are rising to go into self-isolation for 14 days. New Jersey's Phil Murphy said people in the three states had been "through hell and back" and did not want "another round" of virus infections. Some southern and western states have been reporting record numbers of cases. The University of Washington predicts 180,000 US deaths by October - or 146,000 if 95% of Americans wear masks. So far, the US has recorded more than 2.3m cases of the virus and more than 121,000 deaths. Health officials say the coming weeks will be crucial to stem the outbreaks.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-53167780

Subject: Coronavirus: After Boris Johnson ask for people to show some common sense...

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 12:28 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/D3AC/production/_113088145_mediaitem113088143.jpg

...large crowds headed to the beach in Bournemouth to bask in the hot weather

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Beijing's 'spike' seems to be contained

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 1:24 am

Another 13 cases have been confirmed in Beijing, China's National Health Commission reported on Thursday. After going 57 days without a locally transmitted case, an outbreak linked to a huge food market began in Beijing earlier this month. The outbreak led to a surge in testing and various restrictions. People in 27 neighbourhoods were banned from leaving the city, while everyone else required a test. Officials have said the outbreak seems to be "contained", and today's figures - while a slight increase on the day before - suggest the virus is not spreading quickly in the capital.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 1:25 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/660/cpsprodpb/D3AC/production/_113088145_mediaitem113088143.jpg

...large crowds headed to the beach in Bournemouth to bask in the hot weather

...or do all these people live in the same house?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Royal Mail set to cut 2,000 management jobs

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 3:17 am

Royal Mail is to cut 2,000 management jobs, about a fifth of its managers, as it struggles to deal with the effects of the coronavirus crisis. The postal service was already facing challenges before the pandemic. The company said the coronavirus outbreak had accelerated the trends of more parcels and fewer letters being sent. Royal Mail said it had not adapted quickly enough to that change in the market. The job cuts will mainly fall on so-called "back-office" roles, including finance, commercial and IT.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53175739

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Do I have to go back to work after lockdown?

Written By: Howard on 06/25/20 at 7:55 am


With pubs, restaurants, hotels and campsites as well as hairdressers and cinemas allowed to reopen from 4 July, the number of people back at work is set to grow. Many people fear contracting coronavirus once they return to work. So what are your rights?

View full report here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-52567567


I hope they keep caution.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/25/20 at 7:57 am


I have been very proud of our little state and of how our (Republican) governor has been handling everything. I keep saying that I believe where we are is the safest place right now. Then today I heard that there are 12 new cases-IN MY SMALL LITTLE TOWN!!!  :o :o :o  I believe these are the first cases we have had. They were all from the same workplace-which borders on New York State. I'm sure there is a worker or two who live in NY and brought it to work with them. They are going to have free testing this Saturday for anyone in town who wants it.

Next week is my hair appointment (the first one since March) and I had been thinking that it is probably safe. But, with 12 new cases-I'm not too sure. I just might reschedule and wait a bit longer. So, my hair will get grayer and grayer. 


Cat


How much does your barber charge for a haircut? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 7:58 am


I hope they keep caution.
Keeping common sense?

Subject: Coronavirus: Tracers ask more than 100,000 people in England to self-isolate

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 8:04 am

More than 100,000 people in England have been asked to self-isolate by contact tracers in a bid to contain the spread of coronavirus, data from the past three weeks shows. The individuals have all had close contact with people who have tested positive for the virus. The tracing service - launched at the end of May - has been passed the details of more than 20,000 people who have tested positive for Covid-19. One in four did not engage with the service. Those that did provided details for nearly 130,000 contacts. Nearly 114,000 of them - about nine in 10 - have been reached by the service and asked to self-isolate at home.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): WHO raises alarm on Europe case levels

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 8:43 am

Europe saw a rise in weekly cases for the first time in months last week, according to the World Health Organization (WHO), and a number of countries could see numbers hit dangerous levels if more isn't done to stop the spread. At a weekly press briefing, WHO regional director for Europe Hans Kluge said 30 European countries had seen a rise in cumulative cases over the past two weeks. "In 11 of these countries, accelerated transmission has led to very significant resurgence that if left unchecked will push health systems to the brink once again in Europe," he said. The German state of North Rhine-Westphalia has reimposed lockdowns in two districts after an outbreak at a meat processing plant, while Spain's northeastern province of Aragón is bringing back restrictions due to a surge in cases among fruit-pickers. The WHO's Europe director praised the "rapid and targeted interventions" in these countries, and in Poland and Israel, to combat local spikes. He also applauded the growing use of face masks and social distancing, saying: "Bravo to the people!" Digital technology - including track and trace apps - can be vital in tackling the virus, he added. But some societies cannot afford the best technology, and Kluge urged Europe to "address the digital gap" between richer and poorer nations.

Subject: Coronavirus: Driving lessons to resume in England from 4 July

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 10:07 am

Driving lessons are to resume in England from 4 July, House of Commons leader Jacob Rees-Mogg has announced. The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency will write to driving instructors later setting out plans to restart driving tests and resume lessons safely. Mr Rees-Mogg said he wanted to help instructors "return to life that is as close to normal as possible, as quickly and fairly as possible". There will be a "phased approach to resuming practical testing", he added. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will set their own rules for the return of driving lessons and tests. When asked what advice will be given to instructors on resuming work safely, the DVSA told the BBC that "more details will be provided in due course".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Another 149 deaths in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 10:17 am

The latest figures from the Department of Health show a further 149 people have died with coronavirus in the UK, across all settings. It takes the total number of deaths to 43,230. Today's figure is five fewer deaths compared with 154 yesterday, while it's increased from the 137 announced a week ago. There are also another 1,118 people who have tested positive for the virus, from 167,023 tests.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Bournemouth beach: Major incident declared as thousands flock to coast

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 10:37 am

A major incident has been declared in Bournemouth after thousands of people flocked to the Dorset coast on the second day of the UK heatwave. Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole Council said it was "stretched to the absolute hilt". Dorset Police has urged people to stay away from the resort and other beaches in the county. There have been reports of traffic gridlock, anti-social behaviour, fights and overnight camping.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-dorset-53176717

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Disney delays reopening California park

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 10:55 am

Disney has announced it will not be reopening its Disneyland California theme park on 17 July, as planned. On Wednesday, Disney said California officials were not releasing theme park-specific Covid-19 guidance until after 4 July. "Given the time required for us to bring thousands of cast members back to work and restart our business, we have no choice but to delay the reopening of our theme parks and resort hotels until we receive approval from government officials." Disney is still planning to reopen its Florida theme parks next month, however, despite calls for a delay as the state sees a spike in Covid-19 cases.

Subject: Re: Bournemouth beach: Major incident declared as thousands flock to coast

Written By: shadowcookie on 06/25/20 at 11:33 am


A major incident has been declared in Bournemouth after thousands of people flocked to the Dorset coast on the second day of the UK heatwave. Bournemouth Christchurch and Poole Council said it was "stretched to the absolute hilt". Dorset Police has urged people to stay away from the resort and other beaches in the county. There have been reports of traffic gridlock, anti-social behaviour, fights and overnight camping.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-dorset-53176717

Antisocial behaviour seems to have exploded across the UK over the past couple of months with the hot weather and bored teenagers having nothing to do. A dispersal order was issued in a town near me due to groups of kids fighting on the riverbank.

Can’t wait until they’re all back in school.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 11:36 am


Antisocial behaviour seems to have exploded across the UK over the past couple of months with the hot weather and bored teenagers having nothing to do. A dispersal order was issued in a town near me due to groups of kids fighting on the riverbank.

Can’t wait until they’re all back in school.
...and what was Boris Johnson's last words at the last UK Briefing "Be responsible".

Subject: Eighteen in Texas family infected after birthday party

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 11:43 am

A family in Carrollton, Texas, has had 18 people test positive for Covid-19 after a single relative unknowingly infected others at a surprise birthday party. The one infected individual - a young man who thought his cough was related to his construction job - was in contact with seven family members at the party, KENS5 News reports. Those seven then spread the disease to 10 others in the family, including two young children. Three members are now in hospital because of the virus: two grandparents as well as a woman with breast cancer. Ron Barbosa, whose nephew was the first infected person, said he and his wife did not attend the party due to virus fears. "We knew this was going to happen," he told KENS5. "This whole time this has been going on we've been terrified." The party that led to this family outbreak was technically allowed under Texas' reopening guidelines. The governor on Thursday paused reopening plans after the state saw two consecutive days of more than 5,000 new Covid-19 cases.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Disney delays reopening California park

Written By: nally on 06/25/20 at 12:09 pm


Disney has announced it will not be reopening its Disneyland California theme park on 17 July, as planned. On Wednesday, Disney said California officials were not releasing theme park-specific Covid-19 guidance until after 4 July. "Given the time required for us to bring thousands of cast members back to work and restart our business, we have no choice but to delay the reopening of our theme parks and resort hotels until we receive approval from government officials." Disney is still planning to reopen its Florida theme parks next month, however, despite calls for a delay as the state sees a spike in Covid-19 cases.

Yes, I heard about this on the news. I figured that July 17th would be too soon for it to safely reopen. (Just because that day would be their 65th anniversary, doesn't mean it'll be safe to reopen. It's best to take things one step at a time.)

Subject: Coronavirus: Prof Chris Whitty warns public over gatherings in hot weather

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/20 at 1:21 pm

People must follow social distancing guidance while enjoying the sun, or Covid-19 cases "will rise again", the UK's chief medical adviser has warned. Prof Chris Whitty's remarks on social media came after a major incident was declared in Bournemouth when thousands of people flocked to the Dorset coast. "Naturally people will want to enjoy the sun but we need to do so in a way that is safe for all," he said. The UK's coronavirus death toll is now 43,320, a rise of 149 since Wednesday. The latest figures, released by the Department for Health and Social Care, showed 307,980 people have tested positive across the UK. Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council said Bournemouth Beach was "stretched to the absolute hilt" on Thursday, while Dorset Police said there were reports of gridlocked roads, fights and overnight camping.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53185386

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 06/25/20 at 1:31 pm


How much does your barber charge for a haircut? ???


She is NOT a barber but a hair stylist or a hair dresser. And I really don't know how much she charges for a haircut because I don't get haircuts. I get coloring and if my ends are bad, a trimming.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/25/20 at 2:04 pm


She is NOT a barber but a hair stylist or a hair dresser. And I really don't know how much she charges for a haircut because I don't get haircuts. I get coloring and if my ends are bad, a trimming.


Cat


Mine charges 15 dollars for a haircut.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Disney delays reopening California park

Written By: nally on 06/25/20 at 2:55 pm


She is NOT a barber but a hair stylist or a hair dresser. And I really don't know how much she charges for a haircut because I don't get haircuts. I get coloring and if my ends are bad, a trimming.


Cat

I always visit a hair stylist/dresser as well, when getting my hair cut. (Unless it's my mom, who also worked in such a profession in her early adult life.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/25/20 at 8:12 pm

The massive surge of COVID-19 in Houston, Texas is terrifying. I do have family there, one of my cousins caught it back in March. IDK if she infected anyone else in the family, I hope they were asymptomatic and are immune.  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/25/20 at 9:39 pm

Québec is going full Brazil  :o

The government is only going to be reporting cases once a week from now on. This while they have 20 deaths or so a day and they've completely deconfined. Everything's open there now– gatherings of up to 50 people, schools, bars, restaurants, gyms etc.  :o

I don't think provincial borders are constitutional, so this is going to be worrying.  ???

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK medical adviser warns about beach crowds

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/20 at 2:00 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/26/0e91610f-1e7f-4208-ba50-5cc573bfc7bc.jpg

With temperatures forecast to reach 31C in parts of the UK again today, the chief medical officer has warned that cases could rise again if people do not maintain social distancing. Prof Chris Whitty issued the warning after a second day of huge crowds at beaches, leading to a major incident being declared at Bournemouth on the south coast of England. "Naturally people will want to enjoy the sun but we need to do so in a way that is safe for all," he said. Health Secretary Matt Hancock told talkRADIO that he was reluctant to use powers to close beaches "because people have had a pretty tough lockdown", but said he would take action "if we see a spike in the number of cases".

Subject: Colombia's first Covid death earlier than reported

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/20 at 2:57 am

Colombia's first suspected death from Covid-19 occurred in February - almost a month before the first case of coronavirus was officially reported in the country, its statistics agency said on Thursday. According to data from the ministry of health, the first case of Covid-19 in Colombia was confirmed on 6 March in the capital, Bogotá, and the first death occurred later that month. But new figures from the statistics agency show the first death occurred earlier - on 15 February, Reuters news agency reports. Colombia has more than 77,000 reported cases of the virus, with more than 2,600 deaths, according to data collated by Johns Hopkins University. Reports in other countries, including Brazil, France and the UK also suggest the virus may have arrived earlier than first thought.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/20 at 4:07 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/26/0e91610f-1e7f-4208-ba50-5cc573bfc7bc.jpg

With temperatures forecast to reach 31C in parts of the UK again today, the chief medical officer has warned that cases could rise again if people do not maintain social distancing. Prof Chris Whitty issued the warning after a second day of huge crowds at beaches, leading to a major incident being declared at Bournemouth on the south coast of England. "Naturally people will want to enjoy the sun but we need to do so in a way that is safe for all," he said. Health Secretary Matt Hancock told talkRADIO that he was reluctant to use powers to close beaches "because people have had a pretty tough lockdown", but said he would take action "if we see a spike in the number of cases".
The official advice is still to when you can STAY AT HOME!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/20 at 4:44 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/26/0e91610f-1e7f-4208-ba50-5cc573bfc7bc.jpg

With temperatures forecast to reach 31C in parts of the UK again today, the chief medical officer has warned that cases could rise again if people do not maintain social distancing. Prof Chris Whitty issued the warning after a second day of huge crowds at beaches, leading to a major incident being declared at Bournemouth on the south coast of England. "Naturally people will want to enjoy the sun but we need to do so in a way that is safe for all," he said. Health Secretary Matt Hancock told talkRADIO that he was reluctant to use powers to close beaches "because people have had a pretty tough lockdown", but said he would take action "if we see a spike in the number of cases".
Any masks or face covers been employed here?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK medical adviser warns about beach crowds

Written By: Howard on 06/26/20 at 7:34 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/6/26/0e91610f-1e7f-4208-ba50-5cc573bfc7bc.jpg

With temperatures forecast to reach 31C in parts of the UK again today, the chief medical officer has warned that cases could rise again if people do not maintain social distancing. Prof Chris Whitty issued the warning after a second day of huge crowds at beaches, leading to a major incident being declared at Bournemouth on the south coast of England. "Naturally people will want to enjoy the sun but we need to do so in a way that is safe for all," he said. Health Secretary Matt Hancock told talkRADIO that he was reluctant to use powers to close beaches "because people have had a pretty tough lockdown", but said he would take action "if we see a spike in the number of cases".


Where are their masks?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK medical adviser warns about beach crowds

Written By: karen on 06/26/20 at 10:44 am


Where are their masks?


In the U.K. we don’t have to wear masks outside, only on public transport or when at any kind of medical facility

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/26/20 at 1:39 pm

111 cases and 3 deaths in Ontario today. That's the lowest number of cases since March 25!  :)

I noticed they finally started asking people to write down name and contact information when you enter an establishment. South Korea has been doing that since the beginning and I was wondering what took us so long to emulate them.

Now we gotta know what cellphone towers the person's phone has passed through and send a text message to anyone else who also used that cell tower. I feel like we only look to USA/Europe for ideas even though there don't have many while ideas from SK/Japan/Vietnam/Taiwan get ignored. IDK maybe it's the language barrier or it feels far away.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/26/20 at 4:05 pm

Quebec to revert back to daily COVID-19 updates after public backlash

https://montreal.ctvnews.ca/quebec-backpedals-will-resume-daily-covid-19-updates-as-of-monday-1.5001693

SHERBROOKE, QUE. -- Just two days after announcing it will move to weekly COVID-19 data updates, the Quebec government on Friday reversed course, announcing it will resume publishing daily updates as of Monday.

Horacio Arruda, Quebec's director of public health, confirmed that change of plans during a news conference in the Eastern Townships on Friday afternoon.

"Myself and my team, we discussed that as the rates are getting lower, we would publish once a week, but the reaction of the population, of the media, thinking that we want to hide information, I discussed with authorities and we all agree with (providing daily updates again)," he said. "I was thinking people didn't want to hear about COVID-19 anymore, but that was not the case."

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For f*ck's sake! 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/26/20 at 4:27 pm

Almost 9,000 cases in Florida, and 45 deaths in Arizona, and there were 47 deaths in Georgia yesterday :o

The second wave looks set to be worse than the first in the US.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/26/20 at 7:40 pm

It's Friday night and I'm at home watching Americans party at nightclubs.  :o

I am glad most places in Ontario are still closed. I think we should go ahead with the 1920s nostalgia revival and ban bars and nightclubs until this pandemic is over.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 06/26/20 at 8:17 pm


It's Friday night and I'm at home watching Americans party at nightclubs.  :o

I am glad most places in Ontario are still closed. I think we should go ahead with the 1920s nostalgia revival and ban bars and nightclubs until this pandemic is over.


Won't work. All that will happen is that underground bars and clubs will spring up, just like in the 20s, and they will be  more cramped and unsanitary than the legit ones.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/26/20 at 8:27 pm


Won't work. All that will happen is that underground bars and clubs will spring up, just like in the 20s, and they will be  more cramped and unsanitary than the legit ones.


I heard that's what happened in Connecticut  :o

I will never understand club-goers lol.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 06/27/20 at 2:02 pm

The UK will be setting up air bridges with France, Spain, Italy, Germany and Greece in July. Denmark, the Netherlands, Finland and Norway could follow.

I don’t see travel to the US resuming anytime soon.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 06/27/20 at 2:03 pm


It's Friday night and I'm at home watching Americans party at nightclubs.  :o

I am glad most places in Ontario are still closed. I think we should go ahead with the 1920s nostalgia revival and ban bars and nightclubs until this pandemic is over.

Illegal raves and street parties are popping up all over the UK. The 16-21 demographic seem particularly frustrated at the moment.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/27/20 at 2:13 pm


It's Friday night and I'm at home watching Americans party at nightclubs.  :o

I am glad most places in Ontario are still closed. I think we should go ahead with the 1920s nostalgia revival and ban bars and nightclubs until this pandemic is over.


Should New York do the same?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 06/27/20 at 4:48 pm

:o

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EbiR-WLXYAs8Cjw?format=jpg

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): :\'( :\'( :\'(

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 1:03 am

The number of people to die with Covid-19 since the outbreak began passes 500,000 worldwide.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 1:21 am


There has been a spike in the city near me. Apparently there were several members of the cardio ward staff at the hospital who tested positive, but were showing no symptoms
Is this the same town with infections from a sandwich making factory, which could go into a local lockdown?

Subject: Leicester lockdown: Restrictions could be extended for two weeks

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 3:00 am

Pubs and restaurants in Leicester may stay closed for two more weeks due to a surge in coronavirus cases, the city's mayor has said. Sir Peter Soulsby said the government has recommended current restrictions are maintained for a further fortnight. Sir Peter told the Today programme the government had not suggested "a return to lockdown" but to maintain current measures beyond 4 July. On Sunday the home secretary said the city faced a possible local lockdown.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leicestershire-53217095

Subject: Coronavirus: Lowest deaths in New York state since 15 March

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 3:05 am

New York state has been the worst-hit part of the US - it has recorded more than 30,000 Covid-19 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University data, more than twice as many as any other state. But, after months of bad news, things are getting better. On Sunday, Governor Andrew Cuomo said just five people with the virus had died, the lowest daily total since 15 March. "As states across the country struggle with new outbreaks related to reopening, New York's numbers continue to go down to record lows," he said. "Our progress is a direct result of New Yorkers' discipline and hard work and an incremental, data-driven reopening."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): China locks down 400,000 people after virus spike

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 3:42 am

China has reinstated a strict lockdown near Beijing, affecting around 400,000 people, after a small surge in cases. The restrictions have come into force in Anxin country in Hebei province. Only essential workers are allowed to leave their homes, while one member of a household is allowed to go out once a day to shop for necessities. After the pandemic emerged in China at the end of last year, the country has managed to get new infections to a consistently low level. To avoid a second wave, even small surges are taken very seriously by the country's health authorities.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Melbourne outbreak sees 'concerning' rise

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 3:56 am

Infections in the state of Victoria have risen in the past fortnight to become Australia's biggest outbreak in almost three months. Today’s 75 new cases – the most nationally since 11 April – follow a door-to-door testing blitz in 10 suburbs of Melbourne. Recent transmissions are "overwhelmingly concentrated" in those areas, say health officials, who describe the state's 288 active cases as "concerning". They have not ruled out re-imposing strict lockdown measures, but maintain the outbreak doesn’t yet constitute a "second wave". (You can read more about second waves globally here.) "I think it will get worse before it gets better," said Victoria’s chief health officer, Brett Sutton. Australia has had more than 7,500 cases in total and 104 deaths. Other states and territories have seen few or no cases in recent weeks.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Singapore hands out coronavirus tracing devices

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 6:34 am

Singapore has started to hand out Bluetooth-enabled contact tracing devices as part of its measures to slow the spread of the coronavirus. The so-called TraceTogether tokens are an alternative to the government's contact tracing smartphone app. They are aimed at people that do not own - or prefer not to use - a mobile phone. The announcement of the device was met with concerns in some quarters over privacy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 06/29/20 at 7:17 am


Is this the same town with infections from a sandwich making factory, which could go into a local lockdown?


Yep. Apparently the factory is set up well, but the sandwich factory staff were travelling to work in car shares or by a shuttle bus operated on behalf of the company, so not practicing social distancing as they journeyed to work.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 7:22 am


Yep. Apparently the factory is set up well, but the sandwich factory staff were travelling to work in car shares or by a shuttle bus operated on behalf of the company, so not practicing social distancing as they journeyed to work.
That explains a lot on how people think about social distancing, etc.

Also, quote LBC just now, "If Leicester goes into local lockdown, the residences to enjoy themselves when the pubs open will only use public transport to go to Nottingham, or even London, and it caught will only say they are only testing their eyes".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Pride during a pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 7:34 am

It is 50 years since the first Gay Pride march in New York - and 51 since the Stonewall riots in the city which helped energise the fight for gay equality. Most Pride events around the world were cancelled or moved online because of the coronavirus pandemic. But over the weekend, reduced numbers of people still took to the streets in cities including New York, Taipei and Berlin.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Texas infections take 'swift and dangerous turn'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 8:47 am

The spread of infections has taken a "swift and very dangerous turn" in the US state of Texas, its governor has warned. Governor Greg Abbott said the daily number of cases had gone from an average of about 2,000 to around 5,000. And Abbott revealed that as many as 5,000 people a day were being admitted to hospital for treatment. US Vice-President Mike Pence said the government would "make sure that Texas... the resources, supplies, the personnel to meet this moment". He also urged Texans to wear masks, saying "we know from experience, it will slow the spread of the coronavirus". Several southern and western states have recorded a surge in cases after lockdown restrictions were eased.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): South Korea records 42 new cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 9:13 am

South Korea recorded 42 new cases on Monday - mostly tied to churches - as the country deals with its self-described "second wave". Of these, 30 were locally-transmitted infections - 21 from the capital Seoul and its surrounding areas. At least 27 recent cases have been tied to a major church in Seoul, according to Yonhap News. Health officials said earlier this month that the country was in the grip of a second wave, though its numbers have remained relatively low.

Subject: Half of Tokyo residents oppose 2021 Olympics, says poll

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 9:22 am

More than half of Tokyo's residents do not think the postponed Olympic Games should be held next year, a poll suggests. The poll, which was conducted by two Japanese news organisations between 26-28 June, found that 51.7% of people hoped the Games in 2021 were postponed or cancelled again. Among those opposed to the Games being held in 2021, 27.7% wanted them cancelled altogether, while the rest preferred a second postponement. Of those who wanted a 2021 games, 31.1% said the event should be scaled-back, including without spectators, while 15.2% said they wanted to see a full-blown Olympics. The poll received 1,030 replies. The Games, originally meant to be held in July, are now scheduled for July 2021.

Subject: Coronavirus: The range of reproduction - the R number - varies by region.

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 9:41 am

The range of Covid-19 reproduction - the so-called R number - varies by region in the UK.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Which countries are reporting the most deaths?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 10:02 am

More than 501,000 people have died after contracting coronavirus, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University in the US. Here are 10 countries reporting the highest number of deaths:

United States: 125,803
Brazil: 57,622
United Kingdom: 43,634
Italy: 34,738
France: 29,781
Spain: 28,343
Mexico: 26,648
India: 16,475
Iran: 10,508
Belgium: 9,732

Subject: Coronavirus: Full class sizes to return in September in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 10:11 am

There will be a return of full class sizes for primary and secondary schools in September in England, five days a week, the education secretary has confirmed. Speaking on BBC Breakfast, Gavin Williamson said existing class bubbles of 15 would be expanded to 30 once schools return in September. But Williamson said it would be “more complex within secondary schools”. The education secretary also said there would be a “different approach” to social distancing within schools to the approach taken in pubs or retail settings. The government’s full plan would be set out later this week, he said, but the approach would be “really careful, really cautious”. Williamson told LBC Radio that parents could be fined if they did not send their children back to school in September. "It is going to be compulsory for children to return back to school unless there's a very good reason, or a local spike where there have had to be local lockdowns."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Rise in cases around German meatpacking plant

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 10:32 am

There is intense scrutiny here in Germany on why meat production factories have been one of the most common sources of coronavirus outbreaks across the country. It's an issue that's reflected Europe-wide.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-53177628


Subject: Boris Johnson: 'We are not out of the woods yet'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 10:56 am

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said the government is "concerned about Leicester", where there has been a surge in coronavirus cases. On a visit to a construction site in west London, the prime minister said: "We are concerned about Leicester, we are concerned about any local outbreak. "I want to stress to people that we are not out of the woods yet. "We are making these cautious, calibrated steps, we are opening as much of hospitality as we can on 4 July, opening as much of the economy as we can - some things, alas, still remain closed until they can become Covid-secure. "But to make all that possible we have to remain vigilant." He said the local "whack-a-mole" strategy for managing coronavirus had worked in Weston-super-Mare and where there had been outbreaks around GP surgeries in London. "That's the same approach that we will bring to bear in Leicester as well."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK reports 25 further deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 11:10 am

A further 25 people have died with coronavirus in the UK, across all settings. The number of deaths announced are often lower on Mondays due to reporting lags over the weekend. Last Monday, for example, the number fell as low as 15 - the lowest figure since lockdown began.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): :\'( :\'( :\'(

Written By: Howard on 06/29/20 at 1:19 pm


The number of people to die with Covid-19 since the outbreak began passes 500,000 worldwide.

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Man, that's horrible. :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Pride during a pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/29/20 at 1:22 pm


It is 50 years since the first Gay Pride march in New York - and 51 since the Stonewall riots in the city which helped energise the fight for gay equality. Most Pride events around the world were cancelled or moved online because of the coronavirus pandemic. But over the weekend, reduced numbers of people still took to the streets in cities including New York, Taipei and Berlin.


Imagine if coronavirus had happened 50 years ago during The Gay Pride parade, what would things might have looked like?  ???

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Iran's record-high jump in deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 1:39 pm

Iranian authorities have reported 162 more virus-related deaths - the country's highest single-day toll since its outbreak began in February. Since April, Iran has been steadily easing some lockdown measures and allowing some businesses and religious centres to re-open. But there has been a surge of coronavirus cases in recent weeks, sparking fears of a 'second wave' of infections. There is clearly been more social interaction as restrictions are lifted - but officials have suggested the surge in new cases could be down to more testing. Over 225,000 infections have been reported by authorities, along with 10,670 deaths, making Iran one of the worst-hit countries in the world.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK virus figures in charts

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 2:36 pm

The UK government's latest coronavirus figures, including a daily increase of 25 deaths and 815 confirmed cases. As you'll see from the graphs below, these figures are in keeping with a downward trend since the virus peaked - but that trend is slowing. Remember also that numbers are often low on Mondays due to a lag in reporting data over the weekend.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Florida reports more than 5,000 new cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 3:07 pm

The Florida Department of Health reported 5,266 new coronavirus cases on Monday, bringing the state's total to 146,341 infections. It comes amid a massive upsurge in new cases in Florida and only two days after the state set its newest record for single-day cases at 9,585. Another 28 coronavirus-related deaths were also reported on Monday, bringing the state's total to 3,447. The median age for new cases reported on Monday was 37 years old, significantly lower than in the earlier days of the pandemic. Meanwhile, beaches throughout southern Florida have been closed for the 4 July Independence Day weekend in an effort to keep transmission rates down.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): BREAKING Leicester back in lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 3:13 pm


Yep. Apparently the factory is set up well, but the sandwich factory staff were travelling to work in car shares or by a shuttle bus operated on behalf of the company, so not practicing social distancing as they journeyed to work.
BREAKING NEWS:

Leicester has gone back into lockdown for the next two weeks, due to a surge in coronavirus cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leicestershire-53229371

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Pride during a pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 06/29/20 at 3:14 pm


Imagine if coronavirus had happened 50 years ago during The Gay Pride parade, what would things might have looked like?  ???


We wouldn’t have had the communication or technology to have known do much this fast. People would have been dying of some mystery illness. On one hand it may have wiped out more people quickly, but on the other hand people didn’t travel as much. Many rural areas probably wouldn’t know anything was going on.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): BREAKING Leicester back in lockdown

Written By: karen on 06/29/20 at 4:15 pm


BREAKING NEWS:

Leicester has gone back into lockdown for the next two weeks, due to a surge in coronavirus cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leicestershire-53229371


We had been thinking of going to Leicester for a couple of shops that we don’t have in town but had already decided against it. We will stay away from busy places in town as well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 4:23 pm


We had been thinking of going to Leicester for a couple of shops that we don’t have in town but had already decided against it. We will stay away from busy places in town as well.
The lockdown starts tomorrow, indeed please avoid.

Subject: Coronavirus: Broadway theatres to stay closed for the rest of the year

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 4:50 pm

The curtains won't be opening across New York's iconic Broadway theatre district until at least early 2021, according to the AFP news agency. The Broadway League, the representative body for the theatres, is making the announcement now that there will be no stage performances for the rest of 2020, due to the unpredictability of the coronavirus pandemic. It has not set a date for performances to resume, but is offering refunds and exchanges for tickets purchased for all shows until 3 January. The entertainment industry has been particularly hard hit by the effects of coronavirus. Concert halls, music venues and theatres are likely to be some of the last institutions to reopen in the UK, though there is more positive news in Italy: Milan's famous La Scala theatre will stage four concerts next week as it begins to open up after lockdown.

Subject: Analysis: Leicester data shows why people are calling for transparency

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/20 at 5:00 pm

As we've been reporting, pubs and restaurants in Leicester may stay closed for two weeks longer than the rest of England, due to a surge in coronavirus cases. But if you look at the UK government’s main coronavirus data site, you would think there’s no problem in the city. The site describes about 1,000 cases in Leicester, a figure that has risen by 8% over the last fortnight. But yesterday, the local council released figures, given to them by Public Health England, that count nearly 3,000 cases and a jump in the past fortnight of well over 35%. The reason for this difference is that the main government site doesn’t publish figures on positive tests from private laboratories for local authorities in England. They do have those figures – they’re included in national figures, shared with councils and used in PHE’s weekly map of coronavirus hotspots - but they’re not published in England. These figures are published in Wales and, as of last week, in Scotland and Northern Ireland. The chief executive of the Nuffield Trust, a health think-tank, has called on the government to publish better data in order to build the public confidence needed to loosen the lockdown and protect against a second wave of the virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): BREAKING Leicester back in lockdown

Written By: Howard on 06/30/20 at 7:14 am


BREAKING NEWS:

Leicester has gone back into lockdown for the next two weeks, due to a surge in coronavirus cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leicestershire-53229371


What do you plan on doing?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Pride during a pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/30/20 at 7:15 am


We wouldn’t have had the communication or technology to have known do much this fast. People would have been dying of some mystery illness. On one hand it may have wiped out more people quickly, but on the other hand people didn’t travel as much. Many rural areas probably wouldn’t know anything was going on.


You would probably hear about it through TV, Radio and The Daily News.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): BREAKING Leicester back in lockdown

Written By: karen on 06/30/20 at 8:42 am


What do you plan on doing?  ???


This is a hundred or so miles away from where Philip lives so it won’t affect him.

It is, however less than ten miles away for me. We were planning to go there for a shopping trip,  but now won’t

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/20 at 9:51 am


What do you plan on doing?  ???

This is a hundred or so miles away from where Philip lives so it won’t affect him.

It is, however less than ten miles away for me. We were planning to go there for a shopping trip,  but now won’t
Karen has it in one, but my thought is on a report I heard on the radio early, that probably the next town with a higher case of more Covid-19 infections to be placed in lockdown will be Doncaster (which is many miles from me), but three boroughs of London has the R-Rate over 1 and people are still travelling around London.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 06/30/20 at 10:17 am


Karen has it in one, but my thought is on a report I heard on the radio early, that probably the next town with a higher case of more Covid-19 infections to be placed in lockdown will be Doncaster (which is many miles from me), but three boroughs of London has the R-Rate over 1 and people are still travelling around London.


Yes, I saw that in places the R rate was like 0.9 with an error of + or - 0.2 or so. Not really, definitely, below 1 then is it?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/20 at 10:20 am


Yes, I saw that in places the R rate was like 0.9 with an error of + or - 0.2 or so. Not really, definitely, below 1 then is it?
Even with the R Rate around 1, I am hesitant on venturing far. I am still staying safe at home.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): EU reveals 14 countries deemed to be 'safe'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/20 at 10:36 am

The European Union (EU) has revealed 14 countries whose citizens are deemed “safe” to be let in from 1 July. Those on the list include Australia, Japan and South Korea. However the US, Brazil and China are excluded from the list. Diplomats say that the EU is ready to add China if the government offers a reciprocal deal for EU travellers. The EU procedure to formalise the list, and criteria by which countries are judged safe or not, are to be finalised by midday on Tuesday.

Subject: Flu virus with 'pandemic potential' found in China

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/20 at 10:51 am

A new strain of flu that has the potential to become a pandemic has been identified in China by scientists. It emerged recently and is carried by pigs, but can infect humans, they say. The researchers are concerned that it could mutate further so that it can spread easily from person to person, and trigger a global outbreak. While it is not an immediate problem, they say, it has "all the hallmarks" of being highly adapted to infect humans and needs close monitoring. As it's new, people could have little or no immunity to the virus. The scientists write in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences that measures to control the virus in pigs, and the close monitoring of swine industry workers, should be swiftly implemented.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53218704

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records a further 155 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/20 at 11:05 am

A further 155 people have died after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK, bringing the total number of deaths to 43,730.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mount Rushmore Trump event with no social distancing

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/20 at 12:21 pm

Oh dear!

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem has said that people attending an Independence Day event at Mount Rushmore with President Donald Trump will not be required to practise social distancing. Speaking on Fox News, Ms Noem also said that free face masks would be given to attendees, but their use would not be enforced. State officials have told people "to focus on personal responsibility," she added, and that attendees " the opportunity to make a decision that they're comfortable with." President Trump is expected to deliver remarks at the celebration, a day before America's 4 July holiday.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What are the lockdown rules in Leicester?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/20 at 2:29 pm

What are the lockdown rules in Leicester?

All non-essential shops will close from Tuesday, which Mr Hancock said will be enforced by law this week
Schools will close from Thursday and will not reopen until next term. However, they will stay open for vulnerable children and children of critical workers
People should avoid all but essential travel to, from, and within Leicester and should "stay at home as much as you can"
The planned easing of some restrictions in England on Saturday will not go ahead in Leicester. This means restaurants, pubs, cafes, hairdressers and cinemas will stay closed
The relaxation of shielding measures on 6 July - which will allow the most clinical-vulnerable to spend more time outside - will not go ahead in the city





Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Plea for 300,000 to obey Melbourne lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/20 at 12:26 am

The Australian state of Victoria has recorded another 73 infections as an outbreak grips Melbourne. After two weeks of daily double-digit increases, the state is re-imposing a lockdown in 36 suburbs from midnight tonight (14:00 GMT Wednesday). It will affect about 300,000 residents in the city of five million, and last for four weeks. Speaking today, Premier Daniel Andrews said he was buoyed to see "some consistency" in the infection rate after a massive testing blitz. But he warned a statewide lockdown was possible if people became complacent with Australia's worst outbreak in almost three months. "To families across those lockdown suburbs, if we all work together and if we all stick together over these next four weeks we can regain control of community transmission,” he said. Some states have banned Victorians from entry. The rest of the country continues to experience few or no cases - Australia has had about 7,700 in total and 104 deaths.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Which countries are reporting the most deaths?

Written By: nally on 07/01/20 at 12:39 am


More than 501,000 people have died after contracting coronavirus, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University in the US. Here are 10 countries reporting the highest number of deaths:

United States: 125,803
Brazil: 57,622
United Kingdom: 43,634
Italy: 34,738
France: 29,781
Spain: 28,343
Mexico: 26,648
India: 16,475
Iran: 10,508
Belgium: 9,732


U.S. in the lead is no surprise, sad to say. :\'( It probably has to do with people failing to wear masks in public and/or social distance.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): June was 'worst month of India outbreak'

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/20 at 2:11 am

A whopping majority of infections and deaths in India happened in June - more than 400,000 cases and nearly 12,000 fatalities were reported last month, according to the Times of India newspaper. To put that into perspective, India currently has 568,092 confirmed cases and 17,400 deaths, according to figures from the health ministry. This means that around 70% of India's caseload happened in June. Experts had earlier warned that the country's peak would occur when the monsoon began - typically between July and August. India eased out of its lockdown in early June even as cases were rising at an alarming rate. On Tuesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the second phase of "unlocking India" via a televised address. He urged citizens to not be careless and continue to enforce effective measures like social distancing, saying that many were not responsible enough in the first phase.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): EU reveals countries considered 'safe' from today

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/20 at 3:28 am

The EU has decided that from today, its borders will be reopened to citizens from 15 non-EU countries including South Korea, Canada and Japan. China also features on the "safe" list however it is subject to a reciprocal agreement, which is still pending. The UK is automatically included as "safe". The list does not feature the US, Brazil and Russia - countries that have reported high numbers of cases. owever the decision is not legally binding and states can choose not to open up to all of the countries on the list.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Disneyland Tokyo reopens after four months

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/20 at 4:49 am

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Visitors have been able to return to Tokyo Disneyland for the first time in four months. The park, along with Tokyo DisneySea, became the last of Disney's theme parks in Asia to reopen on Wednesday. The company says it is "proactively requesting guests" at the resort in Urayasu to follow social distancing and limiting visitor numbers. In China, where the pandemic began, Shanghai Disneyland welcomed visitors again in May, followed by the park in Hong Kong in late June.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 100 test positive after India wedding

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/20 at 5:03 am

Some 111 guests tested positive for Covid-19 after a wedding in India's northern Bihar state. The groom also died a day after the wedding on 16 June, NDTV reported. However, it's not clear if he had the virus as he was not tested. More than 350 people attended the wedding on 15 June and the groom drove approximately 1,095km (680 miles) for the event. Authorities have been contact tracing and isolating those who attended the wedding for the past week, local media reported. Officials have also opened an investigation into why more than 50 people attended - the maximum number of guests allowed at a wedding under the new rules in light of the virus. Bihar has confirmed more than 9,500 cases and 60 deaths so far.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US could see 'up to 100,000 cases' daily - Fauci

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/20 at 6:07 am

As the US reached yet another record high in daily coronavirus cases on Tuesday, the country's top expert on infectious diseases voiced his concern. Dr Anthony Fauci said current numbers of over 40,000 new cases reported every day put the "entire country at risk". When asked how many cases the US might ultimately expect, he said he "would not be surprised if we go up to 100,000 a day".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Leicester MP wants 'clarity' over local lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/20 at 6:55 am

People in Leicester "just want clarity" over the return of tighter lockdown measures for the city, the UK's shadow health secretary Jonathan Ashworth has said. The Labour MP for Leicester South told ITV's Good Morning Britain: "I don't think it's fair to the people of Leicester to announce at a press conference on a Thursday afternoon that Leicester has a problem, but then actually take 11 days to tell Leicester that they are going into lockdown and what they are going to do about it. "People are really worried in Leicester, people are going to be anxious. People who are shielding are very, very scared. "People who were planning to get their businesses open this Saturday are desperately worried about their livelihoods and what happens next with the economy. "And every parent in Leicester is concerned about the safety of their children also deeply concerned about their children missing out on more education."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'Concerns' around R Rates in Bradford and Doncaster

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/20 at 7:49 am


Karen has it in one, but my thought is on a report I heard on the radio early, that probably the next town with a higher case of more Covid-19 infections to be placed in lockdown will be Doncaster (which is many miles from me), but three boroughs of London has the R-Rate over 1 and people are still travelling around London.
As reported yesterday.

A key scientist who advised the UK government in the coronavirus response has warned that Bradford and Doncaster are "clearly of concern" for potential local outbreaks, with high rates of Covid-19. Professor Neil Ferguson, of Imperial College London, told the BBC: "It's inevitable we will , we are relaxing lockdown rules and that means that contacts in the population are going up and that's a very variable process." Asked about Bradford and Doncaster, he said: "Those are areas, where not as high as Leicester, but they have some of the highest numbers of cases per 100,000 of the population, which is the relevant measure, so they're clearly of concern." Prof Ferguson also said there "really isn't a big distinction between a second wave and these local clusters". "A second national wave is just a agglomeration of small outbreaks... merged together across the country," he said. "That's exactly what we want to avoid by snuffing out those small outbreaks when they are just sparks."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Death rate in Scotland returns to normal levels

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/20 at 8:35 am

The total number of people who are dying in Scotland has returned to normal levels, according to official figures. There were 35 deaths linked to the virus last week - the lowest number since the middle of March. The National Records of Scotland (NRS) said a total of 1,006 people had died between 22 and 28 June. This was actually slightly lower than the average of 1,026 deaths recorded in the same week over the past five years. The figures reflect the continuing fall in the number of coronavirus deaths in Scotland.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Spotting the next spike in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/20 at 8:55 am

We now know that Leicester has had the most cases per population, but we don't know who is currently seeing their cases rise or increase the most. Public Health England has now published for the first time the full figures of positive cases in each local authority in England in the week to 21 June. This shows why the government was so worried - Leicester's rate of new infections was more than double the next highest, Bradford. These figures are now 10 days old, however.

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What's come as a surprise to many people is that the government's public data on cases, updated daily, shows a much lower rate of infections in Leicester. This is because it only includes so-called Pillar 1 tests - those in hospitals and involving healthcare workers. The bulk of Leicester's infections have been discovered under Pillar 2 tests done outside of hospital. Having this new breakdown of both sets of test results is going to be vital in determining where else may need to be subject to local lockdown.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Another 176 people die with coronavirus in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/20 at 10:53 am

A further 176 people have died in hospitals, care homes and the wider community in the UK, according to the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC). This brings the total to 43,906 as of 17:00 BST on Tuesday. The government figures do not include all deaths involving Covid-19 across the UK. The DHSC also said in the 24-hour period up to 09:00 BST on Wednesday, 226,398 tests had been carried out or dispatched, with 829 positive results. Overall, a total of 9,662,051 tests have been carried out and 313,483 cases have been confirmed as positive. The figure for the number of people tested has been "temporarily paused to ensure consistent reporting" across all methods of testing.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US could see 'up to 100,000 cases' daily - Fauci

Written By: nally on 07/01/20 at 12:40 pm


As the US reached yet another record high in daily coronavirus cases on Tuesday, the country's top expert on infectious diseases voiced his concern. Dr Anthony Fauci said current numbers of over 40,000 new cases reported every day put the "entire country at risk". When asked how many cases the US might ultimately expect, he said he "would not be surprised if we go up to 100,000 a day".

I saw this headline on CNN last night.

I think what needs to happen is that the guy in office needs to come out. That would help, I think.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): NZ health minister resigns over quarantine blunders

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/20 at 1:40 am

New Zealand aimed to "eliminate" the virus on its soil, by closing its borders early and bringing in a very stringent quarantine and lockdown. It achieved that goal in early June. But recent weeks have seen a series of breaches of quarantine protocol which risked its virus-free status. In one case, two people were allowed to leave isolation early to visit a dying parent without being tested for the virus. They were later confirmed to have Covid-19. Most countries would not be alarmed by two cases but in New Zealand those two sparked a media outcry. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern confirmed on Thursday that she had accepted the resignation of health minister David Clark. In a statement, he said he took "full responsibility for decisions made and taken during my time as Minister of Health". Clark had already been demoted after breaking rules to take his family to the beach.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India added nearly 200,000 cases in 12 days

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/20 at 3:37 am

Infections are continuing to rise at an alarming rate in India. The country has confirmed 585,492 cases, including 17,400 deaths, according to the health ministry. The situation has prompted a worried federal government to urge states to ramp up antigen testing, reported local media. India went into lockdown in March, when cases were still in the hundreds and eased out of lockdown in early June, when infections had started to gallop. For example, last month was the worst in the outbreak so far - around 70% of infections were added in June. Experts had earlier warned that the monsoon season - between July and September - would bring the peak, but it seems like this might already be under way. The rising numbers have prompted some states like Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Jharkhand to go back into lockdown while a few other states like Telangana continue to mull it over.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK travel quarantine rules 'not worth it'

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/20 at 5:05 am

Implementing a compulsory quarantine rule for new arrivals in the UK has not been worth it, according to an ex-transport minister. Tory MP Theresa Villiers said the travel industry had been "damaged" without cutting the Covid-19 risk. So far, no UK police force has confirmed issuing any fines for people breaking the rules - and the UK Border Force has handed out two penalties. But the Home Office says it is seeing "a high level of compliance". Since 8 June, most people arriving in the UK from abroad have to had quarantine at an agreed address for 14 days. If they don't comply, then they are liable to be fined £1,000.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tracking the pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/20 at 6:53 am

As reported, the US had a new record high of daily infections on Wednesday - more than 52,000. A number of southern and western states are seeing a spike in cases, and some have reversed or paused reopening plans. The US now has nearly 2.7 million confirmed Covid-19 infections and more than 128,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University, which is tracking the pandemic. The graphic below shows how cases are on the rise across the country. We have been tracking the pandemic here.

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Subject: Coronavirus: UK PM to hold press briefing on Friday ahead of pubs reopening

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/20 at 7:42 am

The Prime Minister will give a press conference on Friday evening ahead of an easing of England's coronavirus lockdown on Saturday, when pubs and restaurants will reopen. Boris Johnson has previously said that he wanted people to be able to go out and enjoy themselves but that everybody needed to be careful, stay alert and to follow the guidance and to make sure that they don't "overdo it".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Which countries are reporting the most deaths?

Written By: Howard on 07/02/20 at 7:43 am


U.S. in the lead is no surprise, sad to say. :\'( It probably has to do with people failing to wear masks in public and/or social distance.


People are still not complying.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Disneyland Tokyo reopens after four months

Written By: Howard on 07/02/20 at 7:44 am


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Visitors have been able to return to Tokyo Disneyland for the first time in four months. The park, along with Tokyo DisneySea, became the last of Disney's theme parks in Asia to reopen on Wednesday. The company says it is "proactively requesting guests" at the resort in Urayasu to follow social distancing and limiting visitor numbers. In China, where the pandemic began, Shanghai Disneyland welcomed visitors again in May, followed by the park in Hong Kong in late June.


It's hard to show a smile while wearing a mask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/20 at 10:23 am


It's hard to show a smile while wearing a mask.
You can still see the willingness of a smile in the eyes, but the masks are no good for lip-readers, especially for the hard of hearing.

Subject: Coronavirus: Face coverings to become mandatory in Scottish shops

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/20 at 10:25 am

The use of face coverings will become mandatory in shops in Scotland as coronavirus restrictions are eased, Nicola Sturgeon has said. Non-essential shops have reopened in Scotland and bars and restaurants are due to open up again later this month. The first minister said the 2m physical distancing rule would be eased for some premises when the country enters the next phase of its routemap on 10 July. And she said face coverings would be mandatory in shops from that date. Ms Sturgeon also announced that children under the age of 12 would no longer need to maintain physical distancing from other households while outdoors from Friday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-53252760

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Sweden hits 70,000 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/20 at 11:15 am

More than 70,000 people have now tested positive for coronavirus in Sweden, while the death toll stands at 5,411. Forty-one more people died in the last 24 hours, health agency statistics show. Sweden's response to the pandemic has been very different to other European countries. There has been no lockdown, with schools and cafes staying open, but large gatherings have been banned and most Swedes observe social distancing. But the country has seen a far higher mortality rate than its nearest neighbours that imposed strict lockdowns. Denmark has registered 606 deaths, Finland 328 and Norway 251. Sweden's controversial decision not to impose a strict lockdown led to too many deaths, the man behind the policy, Anders Tegnell, acknowledged last month.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Florida breaks new cases record

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/20 at 1:29 pm

The Florida Department of Health reported 10,109 infections on Thursday, bringing the state's total cases to 169,106. The previous high of 9,500 new cases was set last Saturday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/02/20 at 1:55 pm


You can still see the willingness of a smile in the eyes, but the masks are no good for lip-readers, especially for the hard of hearing.


Imagine if you're talking to a lip reader or even a deaf person for instance and they can't see your lips.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Face coverings to become mandatory in Scottish shops

Written By: Howard on 07/02/20 at 1:57 pm


The use of face coverings will become mandatory in shops in Scotland as coronavirus restrictions are eased, Nicola Sturgeon has said. Non-essential shops have reopened in Scotland and bars and restaurants are due to open up again later this month. The first minister said the 2m physical distancing rule would be eased for some premises when the country enters the next phase of its routemap on 10 July. And she said face coverings would be mandatory in shops from that date. Ms Sturgeon also announced that children under the age of 12 would no longer need to maintain physical distancing from other households while outdoors from Friday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-53252760


And even The U.S. maybe for another year and a half or so, get used to it.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PM's father criticised over lockdown Greece trip

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/20 at 3:07 pm

PM Boris Johnson's father, Stanley Johnson, has been criticised for travelling to Greece during the coronavirus lockdown. The former Conservative MEP shared a number of pictures on his Instagram account on Wednesday, showing him arriving in Athens and at an airport in a mask. He told the Daily Mail he was in the country "on essential business" to ensure a property he rents out was "Covid-proof" before holidays restart - but has now come under fire for breaking lockdown rules.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Disneyland Tokyo reopens after four months

Written By: nally on 07/02/20 at 5:14 pm


It's hard to show a smile while wearing a mask.

And I still think that taking selfies like that is so overrated. I personally don't see any reason why the person's hands should not be in the picture. Just my personal opinion, that's all.



You can still see the willingness of a smile in the eyes, but the masks are no good for lip-readers, especially for the hard of hearing.

Imagine if you're talking to a lip reader or even a deaf person for instance and they can't see your lips.

That's why ASL was invented... but some people can't understand it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Which countries are reporting the most deaths?

Written By: nally on 07/02/20 at 5:15 pm


People are still not complying.

That's a big part of it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/20 at 2:52 am


People are still not complying.

That's a big part of it.
That same over here, especially with tomorrow, when pubs are allowed to reopen.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Major Canadian farm forced to close

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/20 at 2:52 am

A major greenhouse farm in central Canada has been shut down after nearly 200 coronavirus cases were reported there over the weekend. The Nature Fresh company in Leamington - which has 670 workers, including approximately 360 migrant workers - was shuttered by the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit, according to the Windsor Star newspaper. There have been multiple outbreaks at farms in Canada's Ontario province, particularly among foreign workers.

Subject: UK to bring back televised briefings later this year

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/20 at 3:16 am

The UK government is planning to introduce daily televised press briefings – similar to those held at the White House in the US – later this year, a Downing Street source said. It comes after No 10 ended its regular on-camera coronavirus briefings on 23 June, after 92 days. The new format is expected to begin in October, with one held each weekday afternoon. There is expected to be a competitive process to appoint of broadcaster to host the question-and-answer sessions.

Subject: Coronavirus: England's quarantine scrapped for arrivals from 50 'low risk' count

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/20 at 4:15 am

People arriving in England from more than 50 countries including France, Spain, Germany and Italy will no longer need to quarantine from 10 July, the Department for Transport has confirmed. A full list of exempt countries posing "a reduced risk" from coronavirus will be published later. Most travellers to the UK currently have to self-isolate for two weeks. The Foreign Office is also changing its advice against all but essential travel to a number of countries from Saturday. The quarantine restrictions only came into force in early June, in a bid to stop coronavirus entering the country at a time when UK infections were falling.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53273048

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Manila's jeepneys get back on the road

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/20 at 4:51 am

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Jeepneys - small, often brightly-decorated buses in the Philippines - are back in business as of today. The buses have been seen driving around the capital city, Manila, fitted with social-distancing markers and plastic protective shields. But under the government's rules, only registered and roadworthy jeepneys will be allowed to operate, and they need to stick to limited routes around the city.

Subject: Coronavirus: PM urges people to be sensible as England lockdown eased

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/20 at 6:02 am

Boris Johnson is urging people to act "safely and sensibly" on Saturday when lockdown is eased in England. Many businesses - including restaurants, pubs, hairdressers and cinemas - will be allowed to open their doors for the first time since March. But at a press conference on Friday, the PM will warn "we are not out of the woods yet" when it comes to the virus. The pub industry said the re-opening was "fantastic" but urged customers to respect staff and changes in practices. Pub-goers are being encouraged to book tables in advance, while live gigs and standing at the bar will not be allowed.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-53272303

Subject: One more positive case in Dumfries & Galloway cluster

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/20 at 7:19 am

Professor Jason Leitch reveals that there are now 11 positive cases associated with the Dumfries and Galloway cross-border cluster. The national clinical director explains that the latest case is not connected to the other households involved but has "an independent connection" to the Carlisle hospital. Prof Leitch says teams are reaching out to all staff from that hospital who reside in Scotland and says there are 23 contacts presently in the tracing system, who have all been told to isolate and have been offered tests. He explains that, at this point, he believes that is the end of the contact tracing process.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Disneyland Tokyo reopens after four months

Written By: Howard on 07/03/20 at 7:40 am


And I still think that taking selfies like that is so overrated. I personally don't see any reason why the person's hands should not be in the picture. Just my personal opinion, that's all.

That's why ASL was invented... but some people can't understand it.


I guess it's just being cool.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Manila's jeepneys get back on the road

Written By: Howard on 07/03/20 at 7:42 am


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Jeepneys - small, often brightly-decorated buses in the Philippines - are back in business as of today. The buses have been seen driving around the capital city, Manila, fitted with social-distancing markers and plastic protective shields. But under the government's rules, only registered and roadworthy jeepneys will be allowed to operate, and they need to stick to limited routes around the city.


Do you have to pay fare? 🤔

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/20 at 7:53 am


Do you have to pay fare? 🤔
Yes, but I do not know how much, but aja675 will know.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/20 at 10:28 am


Yes, but I do not know how much, but aja675 will know.
It is about 9 Philippine Pesos for fare on a Jeepney, around 20p in GBP.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK nations report latest death tolls

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/20 at 10:29 am

A further 38 people who had tested positive for coronavirus have died in hospital in England. It brings the total number of confirmed Covid-19 deaths in hospitals in England to 28,832, NHS England said. Northern Ireland recorded two more deaths, bringing its total to 554, while in Scotland, one further person has died, taking the total to 2,488. Wales also recorded a further two deaths, bringing its total to 1,525. A UK-wide figure is due to be announced later, but it may differ from the total figures announced by the four nations as it is calculated on a different time frame and includes deaths in the community and care home, as well as hospitals.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): California beaches to close during July 4 weekend

Written By: nally on 07/03/20 at 11:36 am


That same over here, especially with tomorrow, when pubs are allowed to reopen.


I can tell you this: in California, the governor has mandated that all state beaches be closed this weekend for the 4th Of July holiday... because if they were allowed to be open, many people would undoubtedly flock to them and spike the number of positive cases even more. So the beaches will be closed for the safety of everyone.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Disneyland Tokyo reopens after four months

Written By: nally on 07/03/20 at 11:37 am


I guess it's just being cool.

Yeah, I've just never understood it. Periodically I have tried a selfie, even with another person, but the results aren't exactly great.

Subject: Coronavirus: Lifting of Wales' travel limits gets go-ahead

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/03/20 at 12:36 pm

Travel restrictions in Wales will end on Monday, First Minister Mark Drakeford has confirmed. "Stay local" guidance, asking people to stay within five miles of home will end with no limits on travel, and outdoor attractions will be able to open. Two households will also be able to stay together indoors from Monday. It comes as the number of coronavirus cases continues to fall. Mr Drakeford called for people to think "carefully about where we go and why". Travel restrictions were introduced across the UK at the start of lockdown in March, although Wales kept its travel restrictions longer than the UK government did in England. Prime Minister Boris Johnson abandoned the rule in May - the difference in policy led to warnings not to drive to Wales.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/03/20 at 1:28 pm

Governor Cuomo announced state outdoor pools across New York will open for swimming for the July 4 weekend under the standard operating schedule of the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Lifting of Wales' travel limits gets go-ahead

Written By: karen on 07/03/20 at 1:34 pm


Travel restrictions in Wales will end on Monday, First Minister Mark Drakeford has confirmed. "Stay local" guidance, asking people to stay within five miles of home will end with no limits on travel, and outdoor attractions will be able to open. Two households will also be able to stay together indoors from Monday. It comes as the number of coronavirus cases continues to fall. Mr Drakeford called for people to think "carefully about where we go and why". Travel restrictions were introduced across the UK at the start of lockdown in March, although Wales kept its travel restrictions longer than the UK government did in England. Prime Minister Boris Johnson abandoned the rule in May - the difference in policy led to warnings not to drive to Wales.


It is my mother in laws birthday next week so we will go for a day trip to see her. We haven’t decided whether to go Friday or Saturday. We haven’t seen her since Christmas - we had planned to go over Easter

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 1:32 am


It is my mother in laws birthday next week so we will go for a day trip to see her. We haven’t decided whether to go Friday or Saturday. We haven’t seen her since Christmas - we had planned to go over Easter
Please take good care on your journey.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Countries with most Covid-19 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 1:33 am

As India becomes the country with the third-most confirmed cases, which country has the most deaths linked to Covid-19?

1. United States (129,947)

2. Brazil (64,867)

3. UK (44,305)

4. Italy (34,861)

5. Mexico (30,869)

India's total death toll is seventh in the world. But in terms of deaths per million people, it only just features in the top 100. The top five, excluding European micro-states, are:

1. Belgium (843)

2. UK (651)

3. Spain (607)

4. Italy (577)

5. Sweden (537)

Source: Johns Hopkins University/ Worldometers

NB: Countries have different reporting methods, and different rules, for what they deem as Covid-19 deaths.

Subject: Coronavirus: Australia to close Victoria-New South Wales border

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 2:36 am

The border between Australia's two most populous states, Victoria and New South Wales (NSW), is to close after a spike in Covid-19 cases in Melbourne. The outbreak in Victoria's capital has seen hundreds of cases in the past two weeks - more than 95% of new Australian infections. Until now, the two states had maintained open borders even when others had shut them. The closure, beginning on Wednesday, will restrict travel to permit holders. Victoria's Premier Daniel Andrews said it was a joint decision with Prime Minister Scott Morrison and NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian. "This is one of those precautionary measures - it is one of those things that I think will help us in broader terms contain the spread of the virus," Mr Andrews told reporters on Monday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-53303317

Subject: Nicola Sturgeon confirms Dumfries and Galloway new covid case

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 4:31 am

Eleven positive coronavirus cases have now confirmed in a cross-border cluster of infections. The total increased by one overnight as health officials test and trace contacts in part of Dumfries and Galloway. Scotland’s national clinical director, Jason Leitch, revealed the new figure during Nicola Sturgeon’s daily press briefing. He said 23 people were traced through the contact-tracing system. “They have been spoken to, all offered testing, all been told to self-isolate and we believe they are all self-isolating,” he said.

https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/news/politics/nicola-sturgeon-confirms-dumfries-galloway-22297029

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Pret A Manger to shut 30 shops and cut 1,000 jobs

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 5:33 am

Sandwich chain Pret A Manger is to close 30 outlets and is expected to cut at least 1,000 jobs at other shops as part of a post-pandemic restructuring. The firm said the impact of coronavirus on trading meant it had to make a "difficult decision". Pret said it needed to reduce headcount across its UK shops to "reflect lower footfall, rental costs and new safety measures". It did not say how many jobs would go, but a source confirmed more than 1,000. About 330 jobs will be lost with the closure of the 30 shops. Pret said 339 of its 410 shops have so far reopened following the easing of lockdown restrictions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-53304869

Subject: Traineeships to triple as unemployment fears mount

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 5:50 am

The government is pledging to provide 30,000 new traineeships to get young people in England into work, as fears about mounting unemployment increase as the lockdown restrictions are relaxed. Traineeships provide classroom-based lessons in maths, English and CV writing, as well as up to 90 hours of unpaid work experience. Under the £111m funding boost, firms in England will be given £1,000 for each work-experience place they offer. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland will receive £21m for similar schemes.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Countries with most Covid-19 deaths

Written By: Howard on 07/06/20 at 7:41 am


As India becomes the country with the third-most confirmed cases, which country has the most deaths linked to Covid-19?

1. United States (129,947)

2. Brazil (64,867)

3. UK (44,305)

4. Italy (34,861)

5. Mexico (30,869)

India's total death toll is seventh in the world. But in terms of deaths per million people, it only just features in the top 100. The top five, excluding European micro-states, are:

1. Belgium (843)

2. UK (651)

3. Spain (607)

4. Italy (577)

5. Sweden (537)

Source: Johns Hopkins University/ Worldometers

NB: Countries have different reporting methods, and different rules, for what they deem as Covid-19 deaths.


Man, I'm shocked!  :o

Subject: Coronavirus: Outbreak infects more than 100 at US university fraternity

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 9:05 am

More than 100 university students who are members of fraternities and sororities have been infected by the coronavirus, according to a statement from the University of Washington and the city of Seattle. Fraternities are social clubs for male university pupils and sororities are for females. A joint statement from the university and the city said that 121 students tested positive for Covid-19 - with 112 of them residents of the Greek Row section of campus. There are over 1,000 pupils living in the Greek Row area. Many are now being asked to self-isolate and be tested. Fraternities and sororities are private organisations, with national headquarters and chapters on some university campuses. Members must participate in activities, which often involve large amounts of drinking, in order to foster bonding that will lead to networking opportunities after graduation. As of Sunday, 171 students, seven faculty members and 35 staff members at the University of Washington have been infected. The current plan is for the campus to open for in-person classes in the fall.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Could Bradford be next in line for a lockdown?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 9:37 am

A doctor in Bradford, the area with the second highest rate of new coronavirus infections, says he isn't surprised the city could be next in line for a local lockdown, although this hasn't been confirmed. Dr John Wright described the areas with the highest rates of infection as a "league table of inequality".

Subject: Greece bars Serbian visitors as cases spike

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 10:00 am

Greece has banned all but essential travel from Serbia as infection numbers steadily rise in the Balkan country. From today, all entry points are closed to Serbian travellers for a week, Greek officials said. It comes days after the Serbian authorities reimposed lockdown restrictions in the capital, Belgrade. In the last 24 hours there have been another 302 infections reported in Serbia, with more than 16,000 total cases and a death toll of 311. For context, in May there were about 50 new cases reported daily.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK reports a further 16 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 10:04 am

Latest UK government figures show a further 16 people have died after testing positive for coronavirus. It brings the government’s official death toll to 44,236. Remember though – the number is often lower than the trend on Mondays, due to delays to reporting data over the weekend.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 07/06/20 at 11:20 am

Michigan’s case numbers have increased a little since the stay at home order was lifted over a month ago. But nowhere near the 1000 cases a day we had at the peak. But the deaths keep going down and lately they have been in the single digits a day. Yesterday we had zero deaths for the first time in months. Even though it’s been busier with tourists than I’ve seen it in a long time. There are just no mass gatherings anymore, it’s all been closed or cancelled.

Subject: Coronavirus: Vast majority of Canadians want US border to stay shut

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 11:27 am

More than eight in ten Canadians say the border with the US should remain closed to non-essential travel while their neighbours struggle to contain a growing surge in coronavirus cases. The survey was conducted by Ottawa-based Nanos Research for the Globe and Mail newspaper. Travel between the US and Canada (as well as the US and Mexico) was halted on 21 March. The survey found that 81% of Canadians want the border to stay shut indefinitely, while another 14% said it should reopen, but only in places were infections remain low. Canada has recorded more than 105,000 coronavirus cases as of Sunday, compared to the more than 2.8m in the US.

Subject: Coronavirus: 'People couldn't wait for our model village to reopen'

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 1:22 pm

As coronavirus spread rapidly around the world, time stood still for the residents of a tiny village in Buckinghamshire. For the miniature inhabitants of Bekonscot model village, life in the 1930s time warp continued as normal, largely unaffected by the pandemic that had gripped the world. It has now welcomed its first visitors since the lockdown was announced in March.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-beds-bucks-herts-53306338

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/06/20 at 2:28 pm

How do you think the world treated a pandemic 100 years ago compared to 2020?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 4:30 pm


How do you think the world treated a pandemic 100 years ago compared to 2020?
I am still trying to read up on it, I will get back to on it.

All I know at the moment is that, the Spanish Flu was gastric, and the second wave was more deadly.

Subject: Coronavirus could cause 35,000 extra UK cancer deaths, experts warn

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/20 at 4:34 pm

Delays to cancer diagnosis and treatment due to coronavirus could cause thousands of excess deaths in the UK within a year, research suggests. Scientists suggest there could be at least 7,000 additional deaths - but in a worst case scenario that number could be as high as 35,000. There are concerns routine screenings, urgent referrals and treatments have been delayed or cancelled. NHS England said it was working hard to restore services.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53300784

Subject: Coronavirus: Australia, Victoria-New South Wales border now closed

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/20 at 12:14 am


The border between Australia's two most populous states, Victoria and New South Wales (NSW), is to close after a spike in Covid-19 cases in Melbourne. The outbreak in Victoria's capital has seen hundreds of cases in the past two weeks - more than 95% of new Australian infections. Until now, the two states had maintained open borders even when others had shut them. The closure, beginning on Wednesday, will restrict travel to permit holders. Victoria's Premier Daniel Andrews said it was a joint decision with Prime Minister Scott Morrison and NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian. "This is one of those precautionary measures - it is one of those things that I think will help us in broader terms contain the spread of the virus," Mr Andrews told reporters on Monday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-53303317
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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New Zealanders may not be allowed to come home

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/20 at 12:56 am

New Zealand residents returning from overseas are quarantined for 14 days - but the government is now worried it is running of space. In response, Air New Zealand has stopped taking new bookings, while people with existing bookings will be allowed in "subject to availability of quarantine space". “We currently have nearly 6,000 people in our 28 managed isolation facilities, and are scaling up more spaces all the time, but we need to do so safely,” Air Commodore Darryn Webb said. The airline's chief commercial and customer officer Cam Wallace said they had agreed to close new bookings for three weeks.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Pub closures after positive tests

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/20 at 1:16 am

At least three pubs in England have closed after customers tested positive for coronavirus. The pubs - in West Yorkshire, Hampshire and Somerset - announced they had shut their doors again after reopening at the weekend

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US to withdraw visas for foreign students

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/20 at 2:14 am

Universities across the world have moved their courses online due to the pandemic, and this is set to impact students who were hoping to study abroad later this year. That's because those foreign students planning to study in the US will not be allowed to stay in the country if their universities have moved classes fully online, unless they switch to a course with in-person tuition. The students may also transfer to a different college that offers in-person teaching. The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency said students could face deportation if they do not comply with the rules. Large numbers of foreign students travel to the US every year and they are a significant source of revenue for universities as many pay full tuition.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): South Africa cases pass 200,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/20 at 4:04 am

Coronavirus cases in South Africa have passed the 200,000 mark. Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said four provinces were at risk of a surge - adding that a lockdown for those provinces was a possibility. The affected provinces are Gauteng, Western Cape, Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal. Cases in the country are rising with thousands of new cases being reported daily. The ministry of health however says a bigger surge could have been experienced if the country had not gone into lockdown. South Africa is in the process of easing its restrictions in phases with the latest being the reopening of schools for more students this week. The country is involved in the human trials for a Covid-19 vaccine developed by Oxford University.

Subject: Coronavirus: Spanish study casts doubt on herd immunity feasibility

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/20 at 5:11 am

A Spanish study has cast doubt on the feasibility of herd immunity as a way of tackling the coronavirus pandemic. The study of more than 60,000 people estimates that around just 5% of the Spanish population has developed antibodies, the medical journal the Lancet reported. Herd immunity is achieved when enough people become infected with a virus to stop its spread. Around 70% to 90% of a population needs to be immune to protect the uninfected. The prevalence of Covid-19 antibodies was below 3% in coastal regions, but higher in areas of Spain with widespread outbreaks, the report said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-53315983

Subject: Looking for answers in the place where coronavirus started

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/20 at 5:35 am

Looking for answers in the place where coronavirus started

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/extra/ewsu2giezk/city-of-silence-china-wuhan

Subject: Coronavirus: 'Big problem' at Leicester factories

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/20 at 6:36 am

Textile factories in Leicester have come under the spotlight after the government said it was "concerned" about working conditions in the city. Some employees told the BBC they worked throughout lockdown for less than minimum wage in conditions where it was "impossible" to stay safe, saying they felt they had no other choice. Leicester has been placed under local lockdown, but authorities do not believe the city's relatively high number of coronavirus cases can be blamed on a single cause, and said the majority of the area's 1,500 factories have taken precautions. But Health Secretary Matt Hancock said on Sunday he was "very worried about the employment practices in some factories" and Public Health England (PHE) said the combination of living and working conditions in the east of the city will have likely contributed to the high numbers there.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leicestershire-53311548

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/07/20 at 7:24 am


I am still trying to read up on it, I will get back to on it.

All I know at the moment is that, the Spanish Flu was gastric, and the second wave was more deadly.


And many people complied wearing masks 100 years ago.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/20 at 7:34 am


I am still trying to read up on it, I will get back to on it.

All I know at the moment is that, the Spanish Flu was gastric, and the second wave was more deadly.

And many people complied wearing masks 100 years ago.
There are plenty on videos on Spanish Flu on YouTube, of which circumstances stopped me from seeing any, also I wish to view an official video/program so I know that the information is correct.

Subject: Coronavirus: Kenyan schools to stay closed until 2021

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/20 at 8:45 am

Kenya's education ministry has said that all primary and secondary schools will reopen next year. The ministry said all students will resume studies in their current classes. Education Minister George Magoha said no final-year national examinations would be held for primary and secondary pupils this year. Those exams are usually held in October and November each year. Colleges and universities will however prepare to re-open in September this year with strict guidelines, the minister says, with only those that meet the requirements allowed to do so. Schools across Kenya closed in March after the country's recorded its first coronavirus cases. Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta on Monday reopened the borders of three counties that had been closed as part of the lockdown. He then gave the education ministry 24 hours to give guidelines on the school calendar.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Average age of US coronavirus patient drops by 15 years

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/20 at 9:53 am

The average age of a coronavirus patient in the US has dropped by around 15 years compared to the early stages of the pandemic, according to Dr Anthony Fauci, the director of the US National Institute for Allergy and Infectious Diseases. Reports from states where virus cases are surging - such as California, Arizona, Florida and Texas - confirm Dr Fauci's statement, as most new cases are young people who have flouted social distancing guidelines or have essential jobs that require them to be on the frontlines. “The average age of people getting infected now is a decade and a half younger than it was a few months ago, particularly when New York and New Orleans and Chicago were getting hit very badly,” Dr Fauci said in an interview on Monday. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said on Monday that the median age for a patient needing hospitalisation in the state is now 33 years old. Most patients being diagnosed in March and April were in their 50s and 60s, he said.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Countries with most Covid-19 deaths

Written By: nally on 07/07/20 at 11:05 am


As India becomes the country with the third-most confirmed cases, which country has the most deaths linked to Covid-19?

1. United States (129,947)

2. Brazil (64,867)

3. UK (44,305)

4. Italy (34,861)

5. Mexico (30,869)



And as usual, U.S. is by far in the lead, due to people not abiding by wearing masks/social distancing mandates. ::)

Subject: Coronavirus: Brazil's President Bolsonaro tests positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/20 at 11:17 am

Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro has tested positive for coronavirus. He took the test, his fourth, on Monday after developing symptoms, including a high temperature. Mr Bolsonaro has repeatedly played down the risks posed by the virus, calling it "a little flu" and saying that he would not be seriously affected by it. He has also urged regional governors to ease lockdowns, which he says hurt the economy, and on Monday he watered down regulations on wearing face masks.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-53319517

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus deaths up by 155

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/20 at 12:06 pm

The latest figures from the Department of Health and Social care have been released, showing that a further 155 people in the UK have died after testing positive for coronavirus. It makes the total number of deaths after a positive test in hospitals, care homes and the wider community 44,391. But it does not include all deaths involving Covid-19 across the UK. That figure is now thought to have passed 55,000. The DHSC also said that in the 24-hour period up to 9am on Tuesday, there were 581 positive test results. A total of 286,349 cases have been confirmed in all.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Countries with most Covid-19 deaths

Written By: Howard on 07/07/20 at 1:16 pm


And as usual, U.S. is by far in the lead, due to people not abiding by wearing masks/social distancing mandates. ::)



Some people just don't care but I'm not one of them.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Countries with most Covid-19 deaths

Written By: nally on 07/07/20 at 5:08 pm



Some people just don't care but I'm not one of them.

I'm not one of the non-carers either. I do my part.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): California and Texas see record cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/20 at 1:04 am

The 10,201 new cases reported in California took the state's total to nearly 284,000. The surge led to the state last week rolling back the reopening of the economy, banning indoor restaurant dining, closing bars and stepping up social distancing. Meanwhile, Texas reported 10,028 new infections on Tuesday. Around 6,500 people have died in California while in Texas, just under 3,000 fatalities have been linked to the virus. The death rate in California has been flat for weeks, but in Texas, there has been a recent increase to a rolling average of 47 a day. In total, there have been almost 3 million positive cases recorded in the US - and more than 131,000 deaths have been linked to the virus.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest news around the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/20 at 1:57 am

Here's a quick look at what's been going on around the UK.

Chancellor Rishi Sunak is set to announce a £2bn "kickstart scheme" to create more jobs for young people and "help Britain bounce back from coronavirus"
Supplies of personal protective equipment (PPE) must be guaranteed ahead of winter when the UK could face a second wave of coronavirus, say MPs
Childminders in Scotland have called on the government for "clarity" amid fears current restrictions could see 80% of businesses in the sector collapse within a year
Care homes in Wales have been "badly let down" during the coronavirus pandemic and the government has been too slow to respond, a report has said
Northern Ireland education minister Peter Weir has told school principals there is no extra money to help schools reopen after the summer break

Subject: Coronavirus: Airborne transmission cannot be ruled out, WHO says

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/20 at 3:25 am

The World Health Organization has acknowledged there is emerging evidence that the coronavirus can be spread by tiny particles suspended in the air. The airborne transmission could not be ruled out in crowded, closed or poorly ventilated settings, an official said. If the evidence is confirmed, it may affect guidelines for indoor spaces. An open letter from more than 200 scientists had accused the WHO of underestimating the possibility of airborne transmission. The WHO has so far said that the virus is transmitted through droplets when people cough or sneeze. "We wanted them to acknowledge the evidence," Jose Jimenez, a chemist at the University of Colorado who signed the paper, told the Reuters news agency.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-53329946

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Catalonia makes face masks mandatory in public

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/20 at 7:08 am

Spain's Catalonia region has made it compulsory for all residents and visitors to wear face coverings in public at all times. To help enforce the measure, which is due to come into effect on Thursday, masks and other protective equipment will be distributed across Catalonia, the region's President Quim Torra said today. "Masks will be mandatory all over Catalonia, not just in the Segrià region... I think it's an important measure," Mr Torra said. The region recently reimposed a number of coronavirus controls following a sharp rise in infections, including a local lockdown in Segrià, a district west of Barcelona. Police checkpoints were installed to enforce the lockdown there. Catalonia is one of the Spanish regions worst affected by coronavirus.

Subject: Covid-19 outbreak at PM's constituency hospital

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/20 at 7:22 am

A hospital serving Boris Johnson's constituency has closed to emergency admissions due to a coronavirus outbreak. Some 70 staff members are isolating after the outbreak at Hillingdon Hospital in west London. A spokesman for Hillingdon Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust said an outbreak of Covid-19 was declared on Friday 3 July. "As of Tuesday 7 July, 70 members of staff are now isolating, a number of whom have tested positive for Covid-19," he said. "As a result, the trust has taken the precautionary decision to close Hillingdon Hospital to emergency ambulances and emergency admissions. The trust is managing the outbreak in line with Public Health England guidance." The hospital serves the prime minister's Uxbridge and South Ruislip constituency.

Subject: Coronavirus: Health officials 'concerned' over autumn second wave

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/20 at 8:57 am

England's deputy chief medical officer has said she is "very, very concerned" about a second wave of Covid-19. Dr Jenny Harries said there was "still quite a long haul" to go with coronavirus, adding people must not become complacent and must keep up hand-washing, social distancing and limiting social interactions. "The virus is still out there, it's looking for more people to infect and we need to stop it getting a grip," she said. Asked about the possibility of a second wave, she said: "I think myself and colleagues are very, very concerned about looking out for a potential second peak as we move into the autumn, and of course that's the same time that we start having people presenting with other symptoms which could confuse people - so flu symptoms vary, obviously, and also when our hospitals get busier." On the question of vaccines, she said she believed one would be found, but not this year.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US passes 3m coronavirus cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/20 at 11:53 am

The number of people who have tested positive for the coronavirus in the United States has officially passed 3 million, according to figures from Johns Hopkins University. More than 131,000 people in the US have now died with Covid-19.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus death toll rises by 126 to 44,517

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/20 at 12:13 pm

The UK death toll for those who have tested positive for coronavirus has risen by 126 to 44,517, the Department of Health and Social Care has said. The below charts show the figures - and trends in the numbers - in more detail.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Pandemic pushes Brooks Brothers into bankruptcy

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/20 at 1:32 pm

Brooks Brothers, one of America's oldest clothing brands, has become the latest US retailer to fall into bankruptcy. The menswear company, which is more than 200 years old, sought court protection from creditors on Wednesday while it looks for a buyer. It had already shut stores and warned of plans to close its US factories. Known for its suits, it joins J Crew, JC Penney and Neiman Marcus as a business casualty of the pandemic. The company dates back to 1818 and employs more than 4,000 people.

Subject: Coronavirus: The difference between droplet and airborne transmission

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/20 at 2:17 pm

The World Health Organization (WHO) has acknowledged there is "emerging evidence" that Covid-19 could be spread through particles in the air. It comes after more than 200 scientists wrote an open letter to the agency urging officials to recognise the possibility of airborne transmission of the virus. Current guidelines from the WHO focus on the virus being spread primarily through droplets from the nose or mouth, which are expelled when an infected person coughs, sneezes or speaks. So what is the difference between droplet and airborne transmission? We've produced this graphic to show you.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest news around the UK

Written By: shadowcookie on 07/08/20 at 3:46 pm


Chancellor Rishi Sunak is set to announce a £2bn "kickstart scheme" to create more jobs for young people and "help Britain bounce back from coronavirus"


For 16-24 year olds only. If you’re 25+ and lost your job, no help for you I’m afraid.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Countries with most Covid-19 deaths

Written By: nally on 07/08/20 at 5:34 pm


The 10,201 new cases reported in California took the state's total to nearly 284,000. The surge led to the state last week rolling back the reopening of the economy, banning indoor restaurant dining, closing bars and stepping up social distancing.

This, I've suspected. :o



The death rate in California has been flat for weeks, but in Texas, there has been a recent increase to a rolling average of 47 a day.

That's helpful to know. People need to be aware of this.



In total, there have been almost 3 million positive cases recorded in the US - and more than 131,000 deaths have been linked to the virus.
:o :\'(



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While the number of cases is trending upward, the deaths are trending downward, which is a good sign.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Israel defence minister self-quarantines

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 1:23 am

Israel’s Defence Minister Benny Gantz is entering self-isolation over concerns that he was in contact with a confirmed coronavirus patient. It comes as the country struggles to tackle a significant uptick in cases. A senior public health official told the BBC that easing restrictions earlier this year - including allowing gatherings of up to 250 people at events such as weddings - was a step too far.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Melbourne's streets empty as new wait begins

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 2:25 am

As Melbourne heads into its second major lockdown, the vibe is one of resilience tinged with anxiety for what's to come. Once again, the local streets are empty, and people in socially distant queues outside coffee shops have a look of resignation. Restaurants are back to serving takeaway only. One question on the lips of many is whether schools will go back after a week-long holiday extension or whether parents are facing another round of home schooling. With 12 virus "hotspot" postcodes already on lockdown for a week, the millions of Melburnians who have woken up to a new round of "stage three" restrictions are wondering why the spread wasn't better contained. Many are finding it extra tough to have their movements curtailed again after a brief taste of normality, but there's an overarching sense that this is a key moment for the city to turn things around.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Japanese government under pressure as Tokyo cases soar

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 3:23 am

Tokyo has reported more than 220 new infections in the last 24 hours - the highest one-day total the Japanese capital has seen since the start of the pandemic. Officials point out that the higher figure is partly the result of dramatically increased testing. But there is no doubt that since the state of emergency was lifted here a little over a month ago, new infection clusters have been breaking out with increased regularity. Many appear to be concentrated in Tokyo’s late-night entertainment districts. Several clusters have been traced to so-called host and hostess bars. Today’s leap in infections will put more pressure on the government just as it is about to reopen large public sporting events this weekend. From Friday night, up to 5,000 people at a time will be allowed to enter stadiums to watch professional football matches and baseball games.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 4:53 am


Tokyo has reported more than 220 new infections in the last 24 hours - the highest one-day total the Japanese capital has seen since the start of the pandemic. Officials point out that the higher figure is partly the result of dramatically increased testing. But there is no doubt that since the state of emergency was lifted here a little over a month ago, new infection clusters have been breaking out with increased regularity. Many appear to be concentrated in Tokyo’s late-night entertainment districts. Several clusters have been traced to so-called host and hostess bars. Today’s leap in infections will put more pressure on the government just as it is about to reopen large public sporting events this weekend. From Friday night, up to 5,000 people at a time will be allowed to enter stadiums to watch professional football matches and baseball games.
Japan's top government spokesman has said there is no need to reintroduce a state of emergency around the country, despite a record one-day rise in cases in the capital, Tokyo. Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga told reporters that the government would consult experts and "closely monitor the status of infections at regional levels," according to local outlet Japan Forward. Mr Suga said 224 new infections were confirmed in Tokyo on Thursday. Around 80% of cases were among people in their 30s or younger, Mr Suga added. Japan declared a state of emergency in April after a surge in cases centred on cities like Tokyo and Osaka, But this was lifted in May and the country has seen a comparatively low number of infections since. In all, Japan has reported just over 20,100 cases and 980 deaths.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Countries with most Covid-19 deaths

Written By: Howard on 07/09/20 at 5:10 am


I'm not one of the non-carers either. I do my part.



wear a mask and use hand sanitizer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 5:13 am



wear a mask and use hand sanitizer.
...also, take your boots off before entering home.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Anger as locked-down Leicester denied extra cash

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 5:17 am

The first city in the UK to be put in local lockdown will not receive special financial support from the government. Businesses in Leicester had expected extra help after they were ordered to close on 30 June following a spike in Covid-19 cases. But a letter from Business Minister Nadhim Zahawi said there were no plans to change or extend any current schemes. Labour MP Liz Kendall said she was "so angry" at the development.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cost of coronvavirus support soars to £190bn

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 5:29 am

Public spending on the battle against coronavirus has risen to nearly £190bn, according to latest Treasury figures. It comes after Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced another £30bn of support in his summer statement on Wednesday. The extra money is worth nearly £3,000 for every person in the UK - and more than the entire planned health budget for 2020-21. But despite the soaring cost of supporting the economy, some sectors said they had been "ignored". Although Mr Sunak said his priority was getting people back to work, he acknowledged that the extra support would not be enough to save every job and prevent further economic hardship. Direct spending on the crisis, excluding the latest £30bn package, has risen to £158.7bn, Mr Sunak revealed on Wednesday.Public spending on the battle against coronavirus has risen to nearly £190bn, according to latest Treasury figures. It comes after Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced another £30bn of support in his summer statement on Wednesday. The extra money is worth nearly £3,000 for every person in the UK - and more than the entire planned health budget for 2020-21. But despite the soaring cost of supporting the economy, some sectors said they had been "ignored". Although Mr Sunak said his priority was getting people back to work, he acknowledged that the extra support would not be enough to save every job and prevent further economic hardship. Direct spending on the crisis, excluding the latest £30bn package, has risen to £158.7bn, Mr Sunak revealed on Wednesday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/09/20 at 5:45 am


...also, take your boots off before entering home.


So you don't wind up getting dirt on the floor.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 5:46 am


So you don't wind up getting dirt on the floor.
Not just dirt, the particles carrying the virus.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Leicester lockdown: How cases grew

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 6:09 am

New cases of coronavirus in Leicester came quickly during June, having previously started falling the month before. So far 24 June has seen the highest number of positive results - 97 - in Leicester of any day since the pandemic started. The data combines tests in hospitals and those done in the community, the latter of which has only recently been added to the local figures and showed for the first time how Leicester really compares with other areas. The city has the highest rate of confirmed coronavirus per head of population in England with 1,136 cases per 100,000 population.

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Subject: Coronavirus: Is India the next global hotspot?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 6:14 am

The coronavirus took hold slowly in India, but six months after its first confirmed infection it has overtaken Russia to record the world's third largest caseload. With the world's second-largest population, much of which lives packed into cities, the country was perhaps always destined to become a global hotspot. But the data behind its case numbers is questionable, because India is not testing enough, and an unusually low death rate has baffled scientists.

Full Report:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-53284144

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Face masks to be worn in Belgium shops

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 7:19 am

Face coverings should be mandatory in all shops across Belgium, health officials have told the government. Belgium's Superior Health Council said the move was necessary to "protect the population from the sometimes inappropriate behaviour" of those "not very concerned about protecting themselves and others". In a radio interview on Thursday, scientific expert at the health council Nicolas Van Larebeke warned that the virus could spread through small "microdroplets" that "can in the air for as long as three hours". "In an enclosed space these droplets can eventually accumulate in the air - that can carry with it a risk of infection," he added. Face masks are already compulsory in some indoor environments in Belgium, such as public transport.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No new deaths reported in Scotland

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 8:36 am

No new coronavirus deaths have been reported in Scotland in the last 24 hours, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says. The total number of deaths in Scotland remains at 2,490. As of last night, nine people were in intensive care in Scotland with confirmed or suspected Covid-19, which is a decrease of two of on the number reported yesterday. Meanwhile, Sturgeon confirms Scotland will move to the next phase of lockdown easing as the virus had been suppressed to a "low level".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Iran records highest single-day virus death toll

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 8:59 am

Iran’s health ministry says another 221 people with Covid-19 have died - the country's highest single-day figure since its outbreak began in February. The official death toll has now reached 12,305. The total number of confirmed cases meanwhile rose by 2,079 on Thursday to 250,458. Nine of Iran’s 31 provinces are classified by the government as “red” zones based on the numbers of deaths and infections. Another 10, including theran, are "yellow". "theran is facing a very fragile situation," Alireza Zali, the head of the capital's virus task force, warned on Wednesday. "The number of infections, deaths and hospitalisations have been on a sharp rising trajectory in the past 10 days.” Since April, the government has been trying as much as it can to reopen businesses and revive an economy that was already crippled by US sanctions. But Mr Zali said restrictions to combat the virus might have to be reinstated in theran.

Subject: One in 3,900 has coronavirus in England - ONS

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 10:01 am

About one person in 3,900 has coronavirus in homes in England, according to the Office for National Statistics' latest infection survey. This is about 14,000 people in England. But that’s based on eight infections in nearly 26,000 people swabbed, so the figure could be anywhere between 5,000 and 31,000. The figure is lower than last week’s estimate (one in 2,200). But the numbers have been bouncing around in recent weeks and the ONS says that its analysis suggests that the "incidence of new infections appears to have decreased since mid-May and has now levelled off". They further estimate about 1,700 new infections every day in homes in England.

Subject: Where is the virus spreading fastest?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 10:03 am

There have now been more than 12 million confirmed cases of coronavirus worldwide, according to figures from Johns Hopkins University in the US. But where is the virus spreading the fastest? These graphics, showing how cases are increasing in different regions, might help make sense of the numbers.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records a further 85 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 11:51 am

A further 85 people have died after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK, taking the total number of people who have died to 44,602. There were another 642 positive tests for Covid-19 in the 24-hour period up to 09:00 BST on Thursday, the Department for Health and Social Care added.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What did we learn from today's UK briefing?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 11:55 am

Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden gave today's government press conference. He appeared alone, without a medical or scientific expert.

Here's what he told us:

Theatres and music venues can restart outdoor performances from Saturday
Outdoor sports, including team sports, will also be able to restart in stages from this weekend, with indoor venues to follow on 25 July
Gyms and other venues will have to implement strict safety procedures
Small pilots of indoor performances will also be held to find ways to allow them to restart
Beauticians and other close-contact businesses can reopen from Monday, with some restrictions for particularly high risk activities
Face coverings are recommended in enclosed spaces but will not be mandatory in gyms

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Countries with most Covid-19 deaths

Written By: nally on 07/09/20 at 11:57 am



wear a mask and use hand sanitizer.

That's what you gotta do, yes.

I even carry a small bottle of hand sanitizer in the car in case I have to drive anywhere.

Subject: Re: Where is the virus spreading fastest?

Written By: nally on 07/09/20 at 11:58 am


There have now been more than 12 million confirmed cases of coronavirus worldwide, according to figures from Johns Hopkins University in the US. But where is the virus spreading the fastest? These graphics, showing how cases are increasing in different regions, might help make sense of the numbers.

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Yowzah! :o :-[ :(

Subject: Re: Where is the virus spreading fastest?

Written By: nally on 07/09/20 at 12:00 pm


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And of those regions, North America is trending upward, after an attempt to flatten the curve in May/June.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Slovakia considers options after jump in cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 12:51 pm

Slovakia's prime minister Igor Matovic has said his country might have to reintroduce restrictions, after the country recorded the single biggest daily increase in Covid-19 infections since 22 April. Matovic said epidemiologists would meet on Monday to discuss the matter. The number of new infections recorded on Wednesday was 53, bringing the total to 1,851. Some 1,477 people have recovered from the virus, and 28 have died. Slovakia has so far been credited with some of the lowest infection rates in Europe, as well as what were some of the strictest measures.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What is reopening in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/09/20 at 2:03 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Face masks to be worn in Belgium shops

Written By: Howard on 07/10/20 at 3:06 pm


Face coverings should be mandatory in all shops across Belgium, health officials have told the government. Belgium's Superior Health Council said the move was necessary to "protect the population from the sometimes inappropriate behaviour" of those "not very concerned about protecting themselves and others". In a radio interview on Thursday, scientific expert at the health council Nicolas Van Larebeke warned that the virus could spread through small "microdroplets" that "can in the air for as long as three hours". "In an enclosed space these droplets can eventually accumulate in the air - that can carry with it a risk of infection," he added. Face masks are already compulsory in some indoor environments in Belgium, such as public transport.


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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Countries with most Covid-19 deaths

Written By: Howard on 07/10/20 at 3:07 pm


That's what you gotta do, yes.

I even carry a small bottle of hand sanitizer in the car in case I have to drive anywhere.


I carry a big bottle.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Countries with most Covid-19 deaths

Written By: nally on 07/10/20 at 3:09 pm


I carry a big bottle.

Can it fit in your pocket(s)?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Countries with most Covid-19 deaths

Written By: Howard on 07/10/20 at 3:51 pm


Can it fit in your pocket(s)?



In my bookbag.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Countries with most Covid-19 deaths

Written By: nally on 07/10/20 at 3:53 pm



In my bookbag.

O0

I used to have one of those but I have not really needed to use one lately.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/20 at 1:21 am


I carry a big bottle.
My smaller sized bottle can fit in my jacket pocket.

Subject: Coronavirus: UK farm workers isolating after 73 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/20 at 4:02 am

Up to 200 workers have been told to self-isolate on the farm where they pick crops after 73 of them tested positive for Covid-19. Vegetable producers A S Green and Co, in Herefordshire, has gone into lockdown after the positive tests. Food and other essential supplies are being delivered to the farm, where the workers have been segregated into the mobile homes they live in. The firm is also being supported by Public Health England (PHE). Herefordshire Council, which has organised the supply of deliveries, believes the outbreak is "contained" on the farm.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hereford-worcester-53381802

Subject: Nail bars reopen as England lockdown eases

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/20 at 4:32 am

Beauty salons, spas, tattoo parlours and nail bars are welcoming back their first clients for almost four months, as lockdown restrictions ease further in England. But some treatments, such as eyebrow threading, are still banned. Businesses will be required to follow guidelines to reduce the spread of coronavirus and treatments which involve work directly in front of the face will not be available. Government guidance states that services including face waxing, eyebrow threading, eyelash treatments, make-up applications and facials should not be provided because of the greater risk of Covid-19 transmission.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 100 virus outbreaks tackled a week

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/20 at 4:37 am

"Targeted action" is being taken against more than 100 local outbreaks of coronavirus every week, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said. Writing in the Daily Telegraph, Mr Hancock said increased testing meant they could now be "targeted" in their response. It's two weeks since Mr Hancock announced Leicester would be the first city in the UK to be put under a local lockdown. Restrictions are expected to be reviewed this week. He has stressed most measures to contain the coronavirus will not involve a whole city but instead would centre on a much smaller area, or even just one business or building. He says these interventions often go unreported by the media and unnoticed by all except those directly involved.

Subject: Why aren't more politicians wearing face masks?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/20 at 5:50 am

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Politicians have come under fire for putting out mixed signals on whether people should wear masks or not. At a publicity event at a Wagamama restaurant last week Chancellor Rishi Sunak attracted criticism for serving food without one. Later Prime Minister Boris Johnson was photographed wearing one in a shop, in his constituency of Uxbridge. It came on the day he said all shoppers in England may soon have to wear face coverings in shops. By comparison their counterparts around the world - from Angela Merkel in Germany, to Shinzo Abe in Japan - have been pictured donning facial coverings in public.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'Government should be very clear' about face masks

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/20 at 6:42 am

Face coverings should be mandatory in shops across England, according to scientists. Dr Venki Ramakrishnan, who sits on the government's Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage) to discuss coronavirus, said the evidence on face coverings had "shifted". "It's now quite strongly in favour of using face coverings in enclosed spaces where we're likely to come into contact with strangers," he said. "I think that the government should be very clear, it's not consistent to make it mandatory in public transport and not make it mandatory in other enclosed and busy public spaces because the behaviour of the virus is the same in all of these spaces."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No new deaths in Scotland for fifth day in row

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/20 at 7:18 am

No new coronavirus deaths have been reported in Scotland for the fifth day in a row, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says. She told the Scottish government's coronavirus briefing 2,490 patients have died after testing positive for Covid-19, which is no change on the figure from last Wednesday. She said 18,365 people have tested positive for the virus in Scotland, up by six from 18,359 on Sunday. This follows 19 new cases on Sunday, of which 12 were in Glasgow. Seven of these cases were asymptomatic and relate to one care home, which Sturgeon said is now being further looked into, with testing and precautions in place. A total of 550 patients are in hospital with confirmed or suspected Covid-19, she added. Of these six were in intensive care, no change in the past 24 hours.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 07/13/20 at 8:23 am

Michigan had an executive order Friday that as of today, face coverings are required in all indoor public places and outdoor public spaces where a 6 ft distance cannot be maintained. Or risk a $500 fine. Many businesses took advantage of that and started Friday. Most already have but not been enforcing it. Northerners are getting tired of the downstaters and out of staters flooding in here and refusing to mask or distance. Whether it gets enforced or not  now is another story. I heard this weekend about a greeter being rammed with a cart after telling a customer that a mask was required to enter.

Subject: Coronavirus: Llamas provide key to immune therapy

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/20 at 8:40 am

As Fifi the llama munches on grass on a pasture in Reading, her immune system has provided the template for a coronavirus treatment breakthrough. Scientists from the UK's Rosalind Franklin Institute have used Fifi's specially evolved antibodies to make an immune-boosting therapy. The resulting llama-based, Covid-specific "antibody cocktail" could enter clinical trials within months. The development is published in Nature Structural and Molecular Biology. It involves "engineering" llama antibodies, which are relatively small, and much more simply structured than the antibodies in our own blood. That size and structure means they can be "redesigned" in the lab.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-53369103

Subject: Coronavirus: Chef Tom Kerridge criticises restaurant 'no-shows' in virus times

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/20 at 9:27 am

The Michelin star chef Tom Kerridge has spoken to BBC Radio 5 Live about his "frustration" after 27 customers failed to turn up to his restaurant on Saturday night. He told Nicky Campbell it's an issue affecting restaurants up and down the country as they try and reopen amid the business downturn in the pandemic.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK PM says face coverings ‘should be worn’ in shops

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/20 at 12:56 pm

Boris Johnson has said people in England "should be wearing" face coverings inside shops to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. The prime minister said the government would decide in the next few days if "tools of enforcement" were needed. The comments follow cabinet minister Michael Gove telling the BBC on Sunday that coverings should not become mandatory in shops in England. Labour has demanded "urgent clarity" from the government on the issue. And the boss of Waterstones bookstores, James Daunt, said it "would not be right" to ask shop workers to "police" any new policy.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-53388444

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Eleven more deaths recorded in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/20 at 2:08 pm

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The number of people reported to have died after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK has risen by 11, the Department of Health and Social Care says. It's believed to be the smallest daily increase in the number of deaths since lockdown was announced. However, the figure is usually lower on Mondays because fewer deaths are reported at weekends. It means 11 deaths were reported to DHSC in the 24-hour period - but some could have died several days ago. The individual nations of the UK report deaths slightly differently to the DHSC - which explains why their figures don't add up to the UK total. As of 17:00 BST on 12 July, 44,830 people have now died in all settings after testing positive for Covid-19, the DHSC said. Separate figures from the UK's statistical agencies show there have now been more than 55,000 deaths in the UK where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate, including suspected cases.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/13/20 at 2:34 pm


My smaller sized bottle can fit in my jacket pocket.


How many times do you use it?

Subject: Re: Why aren't more politicians wearing face masks?

Written By: Howard on 07/13/20 at 2:35 pm


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Politicians have come under fire for putting out mixed signals on whether people should wear masks or not. At a publicity event at a Wagamama restaurant last week Chancellor Rishi Sunak attracted criticism for serving food without one. Later Prime Minister Boris Johnson was photographed wearing one in a shop, in his constituency of Uxbridge. It came on the day he said all shoppers in England may soon have to wear face coverings in shops. By comparison their counterparts around the world - from Angela Merkel in Germany, to Shinzo Abe in Japan - have been pictured donning facial coverings in public.


Trump was wearing one too.

Subject: Coronavirus: Face coverings in England's shops to be compulsory from 24 July

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/20 at 12:24 am

Wearing a face covering in shops and supermarkets in England is to become mandatory from 24 July. Those who fail to comply with the new rules will face a fine of up to £100, the government is to announce.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-53397617

Subject: Coronavirus: California reimposes sweeping restrictions amid virus spike

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/20 at 12:32 am

California has reimposed restrictions on businesses and public spaces amid a spike of coronavirus infections in America's most populous state. Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday ordered an immediate halt to all indoor activities at restaurants, bars, entertainment venues, zoos and museums. In the worst-affected counties of the south-western US state, churches, gyms and hairdressers will also close. California has more than 330,000 Covid-19 cases, with more than 7,000 deaths. The reimposition of the restrictions in the state with nearly 40 million people was prompted by a 20% rise in people testing positive in the past two weeks.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-53399080

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tokyo appeals for 800 theatregoers to get tested

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/20 at 1:48 am

Health officials in the capital Tokyo are appealing for more than 800 theatregoers to get tested for the virus - after a stage production was found to be the source of dozens of cases. The production ran between 30 June and 5 July at a theatre in Shinjuku, reported broadcaster NHK. At least 16 actors, five staff and nine audience members have been infected, said local media reports quoting event organiser Rise Communication Co. Around 800 audience members are now considered to be at risk. The theatre says social distancing measures were put in place - and that audiences had their temperatures checked and were required to wear mask, said the NHK report. Officials are now investigating whether the event was held in line with guidelines.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/20 at 1:55 am


How many times do you use it?
I have to purchase a new one soon.

Subject: What went wrong in California?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/20 at 4:45 am

Just months ago, California was being praised for its response to the pandemic. But now, with a surge in cases, the most populous US state is now having to reverse its easing of lockdown restrictions. Prof Robert Wachter, the chair of the department of medicine at the University of California, San Francisco, told the BBC's Newsday that the state's early successes in fighting the spread of coronavirus meant that it was "appropriate" to begin lifting restrictions. "But I think people took that as the starting gun for changing behaviour too much. So yes, people were allowed to go out and around, but they were supposed to be wearing masks, they were supposed to be keeping their distance, they were supposed to be avoiding large crowds. And I think too many people got a little bit complacent." "They saw the tragedies in New York and in Italy and in China and other places, but after three or four months I think people began to get the feeling that 'OK, those are problems that happened there, we have dodged the bullet here, we're going great'," Prof Wachter said, adding that the federal government's mixed messages on masks and preventative measures had added to the confusion. "Younger people said it's time to go back to normal, and it's clearly not."

Subject: Winter wave of coronavirus 'could be worse than first'

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/20 at 4:53 am

The UK could see about 120,000 new coronavirus deaths in a second wave of infections this winter, scientists say. Asked to model a "reasonable" worst-case scenario, they suggest a range between 24,500 and 251,000 of virus-related deaths in hospitals alone, peaking in January and February. To date, there have been 44,830 official deaths in the UK, but this has slowed with 1,100 in July. The estimate does not take into account any lockdowns, treatments or vaccines. And the scientists say: "The risk... could be reduced if we take action immediately".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53392148

Subject: London museums to reopen in August

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/20 at 6:07 am

The Natural History Museum, Victoria & Albert Museum and Science Museum will reopen in August. London's South Kensington museum district has been closed since March. The three institutions held a joint virtual event to announce their plans to reopen. The Natural History Museum will reopen on 5 August, the V&A on 6 August and the Science Museum on 19 August.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Face coverings in England's shops to be compulsory from 24 July

Written By: Howard on 07/14/20 at 7:43 am


Wearing a face covering in shops and supermarkets in England is to become mandatory from 24 July. Those who fail to comply with the new rules will face a fine of up to £100, the government is to announce.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-53397617


It's become mandatory in The U.S. here too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/20 at 7:47 am


It's become mandatory in The U.S. here too.
Over the past months I have always worn a mask when shopping, so I am already used to it.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): #NoMasks trending on social media

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/20 at 9:38 am

New rules making face coverings compulsory inside shops in England have led to lots of heated discussion on social media. People have been encouraging others to wear a face mask, but there’s also opposition to the new rules and #NoMasks and #muzzles have been trending on Twitter in the UK.
Claims that masks might actually be dangerous to the wearer. Memes shared on social media claim that masks might deprive you of oxygen or lead to the body taking in too much carbon dioxide. But there’s no evidence this will happen. The recommended type of mask worn properly won’t do you any harm. The World Health Organization says "the prolonged use of medical masks when properly worn, does not cause CO2 intoxication nor oxygen deficiency.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths continue downward trend

Written By: nally on 07/14/20 at 10:37 am


It's become mandatory in The U.S. here too.

Over the past months I have always worn a mask when shopping, so I am already used to it.


If I ever have to go out in public, I use one too.

I even used one on Saturday to greet guests who drove to my house (but they didn't get out of their car). (More details on that in another thread later.)

Subject: Re: What went wrong in California?

Written By: nally on 07/14/20 at 10:40 am


Just months ago, California was being praised for its response to the pandemic. But now, with a surge in cases, the most populous US state is now having to reverse its easing of lockdown restrictions. Prof Robert Wachter, the chair of the department of medicine at the University of California, San Francisco, told the BBC's Newsday that the state's early successes in fighting the spread of coronavirus meant that it was "appropriate" to begin lifting restrictions. "But I think people took that as the starting gun for changing behaviour too much. So yes, people were allowed to go out and around, but they were supposed to be wearing masks, they were supposed to be keeping their distance, they were supposed to be avoiding large crowds. And I think too many people got a little bit complacent." "They saw the tragedies in New York and in Italy and in China and other places, but after three or four months I think people began to get the feeling that 'OK, those are problems that happened there, we have dodged the bullet here, we're going great'," Prof Wachter said, adding that the federal government's mixed messages on masks and preventative measures had added to the confusion. "Younger people said it's time to go back to normal, and it's clearly not."


The parts that I bolded, I agree with. People are going a wee bit too far.

I'm also thinking people are disobeying the mask-wearing/social distancing mandate. (Not me, though; I'm following the guidelines appropriately.)

So, Governor Newsom has reactivated the stay-at-home orders.

Subject: Re: What went wrong in California?

Written By: violet_shy on 07/14/20 at 10:46 am


The parts that I bolded, I agree with. People are going a wee bit too far.

I'm also thinking people are disobeying the mask-wearing/social distancing mandate. (Not me, though; I'm following the guidelines appropriately.)

So, Governor Newsom has reactivated the stay-at-home orders.


I think they did the right thing. People don't listen! They don't wear their masks, they stay in groups, and go wherever they want without covering their faces. I think the quarantine should be extended for a longer period of time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 07/14/20 at 11:26 am

I'd hate to live in California lol. That state sounds like a sh!thole.

Subject: Re: What went wrong in California?

Written By: wagonman76 on 07/14/20 at 11:32 am


I think they did the right thing. People don't listen! They don't wear their masks, they stay in groups, and go wherever they want without covering their faces. I think the quarantine should be extended for a longer period of time.


Only thing is they won’t obey the quarantine either. We just had a greeter get threatened with a knife for asking a customer to wear a mask on the store because it is a Michigan executive order now. With a re-lockdown we will still have many covid cases but will destroy the economy more too. We don’t need that.

Subject: Re: What went wrong in California?

Written By: nally on 07/14/20 at 11:34 am


I think they did the right thing. People don't listen! They don't wear their masks, they stay in groups, and go wherever they want without covering their faces. I think the quarantine should be extended for a longer period of time.

You're right, it should.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll rises by 138

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/14/20 at 1:10 pm

The number of people who have died in the UK after testing positive for coronavirus has increased by 138 to 44,968, according to the Department of Health and Social Care. Here are the figures in more detail, including some of the trends in the numbers.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/14/20 at 1:40 pm


Over the past months I have always worn a mask when shopping, so I am already used to it.


I have to as well but then after a while I must need a cool breath.

Subject: Re: What went wrong in California?

Written By: Howard on 07/14/20 at 1:42 pm


Only thing is they won’t obey the quarantine either. We just had a greeter get threatened with a knife for asking a customer to wear a mask on the store because it is a Michigan executive order now. With a re-lockdown we will still have many covid cases but will destroy the economy more too. We don’t need that.


People think that the virus is nothing!  ::)

Subject: Re: What went wrong in California?

Written By: shadowcookie on 07/14/20 at 1:46 pm


Only thing is they won’t obey the quarantine either. We just had a greeter get threatened with a knife for asking a customer to wear a mask on the store because it is a Michigan executive order now. With a re-lockdown we will still have many covid cases but will destroy the economy more too. We don’t need that.

In the UK we’re expecting the highest unemployment rate for almost 40 years once the current furlough scheme winds down. At least 14% of furloughed workers are expected to be made redundant but it will probably be more.

Just keeping my fingers crossed I won’t be one of them.

Subject: Re: What went wrong in California?

Written By: nally on 07/14/20 at 2:20 pm


People think that the virus is nothing!  ::)

They don't realize how serious it truly is! >:(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Is skin rash a new symptom

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/20 at 2:22 am

Reports of a new condition to be added to the list symptoms for Covid-19, 11% of sufferers had developed a skin rash, along with the other symptoms.

When an online report is available I will post it here.

Subject: Coronavirus: Smokers quit in highest numbers in a decade

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/20 at 4:15 am

More than one million people have given up smoking since the Covid-19 pandemic hit, a survey for charity Action on Smoking and Health (Ash) suggests. Of those who had quit in the previous four months, 41% said it was in direct response to coronavirus. Separately, University College London (UCL) found more people quit smoking in the year to June 2020 than in any year since its survey began in 2007. Government advice says smokers may be at risk of more severe Covid symptoms.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53403610

Subject: Arrest after hospital 'issued fake virus certificates'

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/20 at 4:30 am

Police in Bangladesh have arrested the owner of a hospital amid allegations it had issued thousands of fake Covid-19 certificates. Officials said Mohammad Shahed was arrested in the south-western border district of Satkhira, allegedly while he was trying to flee to India disguised in a burqa. His arrest comes after several countries, including Italy, began restricting flights from Bangladesh due to a significant number of Bangladeshi travellers testing positive for coronavirus upon arrival, despite having a negative certificate. It prompted the authorities to launch a crackdown on several hospitals as they investigated the source of the fake certificates. Mr Shahed is the chairman of private Regent Hospital in capital Dhaka. Earlier, another doctor was also arrested and is now being interrogated by police in remand.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Blackburn with Darwen brings in new measures

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/20 at 5:02 am

New measures to curb the spread of Covid-19 in Blackburn with Darwen have been introduced after a spike in cases. For the next month, people living within the Lancashire authority must observe the rules in a bid to avoid a Leicester-style local lockdown. The new measures include tighter limits on visitors from another household, and officials have called on people to bump elbows in place of handshakes and hugs. Mass testing began at the weekend after 61 new cases sprang up within a week.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-53400376

Subject: Coronavirus: Matt Hancock rejects face coverings for offices

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/20 at 7:02 am

There are no plans to make face coverings mandatory for office workers in England, Matt Hancock has said. The health secretary told BBC Breakfast people working in offices would not need to cover up, despite a newspaper report suggesting they would. "It is something we've looked at and rejected," he said, but added masks would be worn elsewhere by the public "for the foreseeable future". Face coverings in shops will become mandatory in England on 24 July. Scotland already requires shoppers to cover their faces while Wales and Northern Ireland are both weighing up similar policies.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53415030

Subject: No Covid-19 hospital deaths recorded in England so far yesterday

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/20 at 10:29 am

Another 22 people are confirmed to have died with Covid-19 in hospitals in England. However, none of those reported today died yesterday. The data published by NHS England cuts off as of 16:00 BST the day before publication and it is possible we will see deaths from 14 July added to the toll over the next few days. The figures announced today include one person who died in April, three in May and two in June.

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Subject: Coronavirus: PM promises future independent inquiry

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/20 at 11:08 am

Boris Johnson has for the first time committed to an "independent inquiry" into the coronavirus pandemic. The prime minister said it was not right to devote "huge amounts of official time" to an inquiry when the UK is "in the middle" of a pandemic. But he said the government would seek to learn lessons "in the future" and "certainly we will have an independent inquiry in to what happened". He was responding to a question from acting Lib Dem leader Sir Ed Davey. The prime minister has repeatedly rejected opposition calls for an inquiry into the government's handling of the coronavirus pandemic.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-53419544

Subject: A user's guide to wearing a face mask to the shops

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/20 at 12:51 pm

Soon there will be almost no excuse for not wearing a face mask while out shopping in England- covering your face will be as essential as remembering your cash or bank card. The rules differ a little around the UK. But wherever you live, it's going to be hard to avoid covering up your mouth and nose. And that raises a host of dilemmas.

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Subject: Re: No Covid-19 hospital deaths recorded in England so far yesterday

Written By: shadowcookie on 07/15/20 at 12:56 pm


Another 22 people are confirmed to have died with Covid-19 in hospitals in England. However, none of those reported today died yesterday. The data published by NHS England cuts off as of 16:00 BST the day before publication and it is possible we will see deaths from 14 July added to the toll over the next few days. The figures announced today include one person who died in April, three in May and two in June.

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It’s encouraging that lockdown is over but there has been no resurgence. Very positive figures.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/20 at 1:05 pm


It’s encouraging that lockdown is over but there has been no resurgence. Very positive figures.
Yes, it does looks positive, but the virus is still out there.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 07/15/20 at 1:32 pm

I just read something that Florida has been inflating their positive cases by as much as 10x.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Rainbowz on 07/15/20 at 2:16 pm

New Jersey is finally starting to flatten the curve.  :D I'm feeling more hopeful now.

https://i.imgur.com/KyVKGLR.png

Subject: Covid-19 found on Ecuadorian shrimp packaging in China

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/20 at 2:25 pm

Official Chinese media say that an undisclosed number of customers and delivery personnel have been told to self-isolate in southeastern China after Covid-19 was detected on shrimp containers imported from Ecuador. According to the official CGTN broadcaster, Covid-19 was detected on imported samples in the city of Pingxiang in Jiangxi province. The local government says that “no abnormal situation has been found in the city so far” to suggest a potential localised outbreak. This is the second time this week that samples of seafood products have tested positive from the South American country. On Monday, the official China Daily said that seafood from three Ecuadorian companies were being pulled from shelves after six samples from inside shipping containers and the outer packaging of shrimp tested positive at customs. Many local governments and online retailers quickly issued suspension orders on these products and said that they were carrying out tests. In recent weeks, Chinese consumers have been nervous about eating seafood, after chopping boards used for imported salmon tested positive at a wholesale market in Beijing. It is believed this led to 335 people being infected across the capital city, and led to Beijing implementing a strict lockdown and aggressive testing procedures.

Subject: Re: What went wrong in California?

Written By: Howard on 07/15/20 at 2:50 pm


They don't realize how serious it truly is! >:(


Most of them think it's a joke but it's a serious situation.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Is skin rash a new symptom

Written By: Howard on 07/15/20 at 2:50 pm


Reports of a new condition to be added to the list symptoms for Covid-19, 11% of sufferers had developed a skin rash, along with the other symptoms.

When an online report is available I will post it here.


A skin rash? What kind?  ???

Subject: Re: A user's guide to wearing a face mask to the shops

Written By: Howard on 07/15/20 at 2:52 pm


Soon there will be almost no excuse for not wearing a face mask while out shopping in England- covering your face will be as essential as remembering your cash or bank card. The rules differ a little around the UK. But wherever you live, it's going to be hard to avoid covering up your mouth and nose. And that raises a host of dilemmas.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/7/15/3d4f2a5f-a19a-4b1f-b512-258e3005ebcd.png


signs are everywhere now, you can't avoid them.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 07/15/20 at 4:17 pm


New Jersey is finally starting to flatten the curve.  :D I'm feeling more hopeful now.

https://i.imgur.com/KyVKGLR.png

That was a loooong peak.

Subject: Re: What went wrong in California?

Written By: nally on 07/15/20 at 4:47 pm


Most of them think it's a joke but it's a serious situation.

It's not a joke at all. It's very serious.

Subject: Re: A user's guide to wearing a face mask to the shops

Written By: nally on 07/15/20 at 4:49 pm


New Jersey is finally starting to flatten the curve.  :D I'm feeling more hopeful now.

https://i.imgur.com/KyVKGLR.png


I wish people would do that in other U.S. states as well...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/20 at 12:56 am


It's not a joke at all. It's very serious.
Please take good care.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Melbourne has driven Australia's curve back up

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/20 at 12:57 am

From April to mid-June, Australia had been celebrating its relative success in suppressing the virus. It had moved quickly to limit the virus on the island nation – with early border closures, quarantining overseas arrivals and enforcing a tough social distancing regime. However, the Melbourne outbreak – which became apparent last month – has now driven the nation’s virus curve right back up. Around a quarter of the country’s 10,500 cases have come from the city in the last two weeks alone.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Tokyo warns of new daily record to come

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/20 at 1:25 am

Tokyo's Governor Yuriko Koike has said the Japanese capital is likely to report its highest ever number of daily cases today. She told reporters: "I'm hearing that the numbers will be above 280." Japan had lifted its nationwide state of emergency in April, but Tokyo has put one back in place as a new surge began in mid-June. Many of the news cases emerged from the nightclub district, as it reopened, and a lot of those affected are younger people. Tokyo is also carrying out widespread testing to try to rein in the spread.

Subject: Coronavirus: Call to infect volunteers in Covid-19 vaccine hunt

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/20 at 2:15 am

Nobel laureates are among scientists calling for volunteers to be exposed to coronavirus after receiving a vaccine to see if it offers protection. In an open letter to the head of the US National Institutes of Health, the group says so-called "challenge trials" could accelerate vaccine development. The Oxford University Covid-19 vaccine programme's director said such studies should be "feasible and informative". There are now 23 coronavirus vaccines in clinical trials around the world. The only way we will know if any of them works is if enough volunteers are subsequently exposed to coronavirus in their daily life and do not get infected. That could take well into next year, given that many studies are being conducted in countries where infection rates are falling.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53426367

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest from Europe

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/20 at 3:28 am

Spain honours outbreak victims while Swiss scientists warn of the risks for pregnant women. Here’s the latest from Europe


In Spain King Felipe is leading a tribute to the victims of the pandemic and those who worked to tackle it. Spanish politicians and EU officials are attending the event at the Royal Palace in Madrid. Spain is one of the hardest-hit European countries
An outbreak across the country in Catalonia meanwhile is threatening to overwhelm stretched health workers. The city of Lleida is under a stay at home order, and hundreds of new cases are being reported daily across the region. “We are on the verge of collapse,” the head of ambulance services at a Barcelona hospital told El Pais
Switzerland’s Society of Gynecology and Obstetrics changed its guidance on Wednesday, saying pregnant women should be considered a risk group. Pregnant women are estimated to be three to five times more likely to suffer severe symptoms, Swiss media report
Greece is considering tougher measures – including mandatory face mask use in shops – after a recent jump in confirmed cases. It comes as the first flights from the UK began arriving on Wednesday.



Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/16/20 at 5:06 am


Please take good care.


put on your mask and bring hand sanitizer with you.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Indian state reimposes lockdown as cases rise nationwide

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/20 at 7:42 am

With India recording an increasing number of cases, local authorities across the country are reimposing lockdowns, not long after they were lifted. Nearly a dozen states have imposed restrictions as the number of infections surpassed 900,000. About 30,000 cases were confirmed on Wednesday. On Thursday, Bihar state went back into lockdown. The northern state, which borders Nepal, recorded more than 600 deaths over the last 24 hours. About 100 million people live there. The restrictions are expected to last 15 days with all schools, temples and non-essential businesses ordered to close. Public transport has also shut down however people are reporting near-normal traffic loads there, according to AFP news agency.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Notting Hill Carnival to be held online

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/20 at 10:06 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/7/16/d72d47a0-eb74-46f8-8d96-37089b5c5d14.jpg

Notting Hill Carnival will be held online this year after its street party was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. About one million revellers usually attend the event in west London, which has been held since 1966. But this year the carnival festivities will be streamed over four channels online from 29 to 31 August. Executive director Matthew Phillip said the event had a "responsibility to protect the black community".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Notting Hill Carnival to be held online

Written By: nally on 07/16/20 at 10:10 am


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Notting Hill Carnival will be held online this year after its street party was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. About one million revellers usually attend the event in west London, which has been held since 1966. But this year the carnival festivities will be streamed over four channels online from 29 to 31 August. Executive director Matthew Phillip said the event had a "responsibility to protect the black community".


On a relatively similar note, the upcoming Tournament Of Roses Parade has been cancelled for January 1st 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic, meaning that after 131 consecutive years there won't be such a parade. However, people are trying to think of a creative way to ring in the new year, such as a virtual celebration.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 20,000 'caught not wearing masks'

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/20 at 11:49 am

More than 20,000 people have been caught not wearing face coverings on the Transport for London network by enforcement officers. However, only 61 fixed penalty notices have been issued to those refusing to wear masks since new rules made them mandatory on public transport on 15 June, according to the Mayor of London. Sadiq Khan told the London Assembly that figures showed "around 90%" of passengers are wearing face coverings. "Of the remaining 10% roughly half say they have an exemption," Mr Khan said. Anyone travelling on public transport in England must wear a face covering. Passengers without a covering are asked to wear one, or will face being refused on board or fined up to £100. People with certain health conditions, disabled people and children under the age of 11 are exempt from the rule.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Japan sees highest one-day increase in three months

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/20 at 1:42 pm

Japan recorded more than 600 confirmed cases of the virus on Thursday, the highest one-day increase in three months, according to local news. Despite the increase, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshihide Suga said Japan had 19,000 hospital beds and plenty of medical supplies to cope with the outbreak. Tokyo accounts for 286 of those cases, a new record for the city. On Wednesday, the Tokyo Metropolitan government announced it was raising its Covid-19 alert status to red, its highest level. Japan’s government has announced a subsidised domestic tourism scheme to help boost the tourism economy. From July 22, tourists will see their travel subsidised by up to 50%. However with the rise in cases, people living in Tokyo and those holidaying there will be exempt from the campaign. Local governments are concerned that an influx of visitors from large cities could lead to a spike in cases, the Japan Times reports.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Florida reports another record daily death toll

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/20 at 2:03 pm

The number of coronavirus-related deaths has jumped by 156 in Florida, the US state’s largest single-day increase since the pandemic began. Thursday’s increase broke the previous daily record of 132 deaths reported on Tuesday. Meanwhile, a further 13,965 coronavirus infections were reported in Florida over the past 24 hours, more than some countries have confirmed in total throughout the pandemic. With no social-distancing requirements in place, Florida has become the epicentre of the coronavirus outbreak in the US after seeing a recent surge in cases. The southern state, which began lifting coronavirus restrictions in May, has proved vulnerable to the disease due to tourism and an elderly population.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Leicester lockdown to be partially relaxed

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/20 at 3:21 pm

The local lockdown in Leicester will be partially relaxed, including for schools and early years childcare, Health Secretary Matt Hancock told MPs. Hancock says schools and nurseries can reopen in Leicester from 24 July. He says the city council will also be able to take a “targeted approach” to closing non-essential shops, replacing the blanket ban. But he says pubs and restaurants - which have reopened in the rest of England - will stay closed. The measures will be reviewed in a fortnight, he adds.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Leicester lockdown to be partially relaxed

Written By: karen on 07/16/20 at 4:22 pm


The local lockdown in Leicester will be partially relaxed, including for schools and early years childcare, Health Secretary Matt Hancock told MPs. Hancock says schools and nurseries can reopen in Leicester from 24 July. He says the city council will also be able to take a “targeted approach” to closing non-essential shops, replacing the blanket ban. But he says pubs and restaurants - which have reopened in the rest of England - will stay closed. The measures will be reviewed in a fortnight, he adds.


I was in Leicester this afternoon, just inside the lockdown area. At rush hour the number of cars entering the city from outside was just about at normal levels I’d say. I don’t think many people stopped going out to work.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/20 at 4:24 pm


I was in Leicester this afternoon, just inside the lockdown area. At rush hour the number of cars entering the city from outside was just about at normal levels I’d say. I don’t think many people stopped going out to work.
In my mind, people do not realise, nuff said!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK death toll rises by 66

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/20 at 5:07 pm

A further 66 people in the UK have died after testing positive for coronavirus, the Department of Health and Social Care has said. It takes the UK's official death toll to 45,119 across all settings.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Notting Hill Carnival to be held online

Written By: Howard on 07/17/20 at 1:53 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/7/16/d72d47a0-eb74-46f8-8d96-37089b5c5d14.jpg

Notting Hill Carnival will be held online this year after its street party was cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. About one million revellers usually attend the event in west London, which has been held since 1966. But this year the carnival festivities will be streamed over four channels online from 29 to 31 August. Executive director Matthew Phillip said the event had a "responsibility to protect the black community".


Wow, that's a lot of people.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 20,000 'caught not wearing masks'

Written By: Howard on 07/17/20 at 1:54 pm


More than 20,000 people have been caught not wearing face coverings on the Transport for London network by enforcement officers. However, only 61 fixed penalty notices have been issued to those refusing to wear masks since new rules made them mandatory on public transport on 15 June, according to the Mayor of London. Sadiq Khan told the London Assembly that figures showed "around 90%" of passengers are wearing face coverings. "Of the remaining 10% roughly half say they have an exemption," Mr Khan said. Anyone travelling on public transport in England must wear a face covering. Passengers without a covering are asked to wear one, or will face being refused on board or fined up to £100. People with certain health conditions, disabled people and children under the age of 11 are exempt from the rule.


The hell is wrong with people? They still don't understand.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Notting Hill Carnival to be held online

Written By: nally on 07/17/20 at 4:51 pm


The hell is wrong with people? They still don't understand.  ::)

Either that or they don't seem to care that this is a serious matter.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Notting Hill Carnival to be held online

Written By: Howard on 07/18/20 at 3:07 pm


Either that or they don't seem to care that this is a serious matter.


I think the world needs a history lesson about face masks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 07/18/20 at 3:16 pm

Something I saw on Facebook was a suggested slogan for the US.  You will all know “Click it or Ticket”, perhaps we should try “Mask it or Casket”?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/18/20 at 3:33 pm


Something I saw on Facebook was a suggested slogan for the US.  You will all know “Click it or Ticket”, perhaps we should try “Mask it or Casket”?


That should be on a billboard.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 07/18/20 at 4:26 pm


Something I saw on Facebook was a suggested slogan for the US.  You will all know “Click it or Ticket”, perhaps we should try “Mask it or Casket”?


Maybe we should give them a more catchy name, like “Face Condoms”.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Notting Hill Carnival to be held online

Written By: nally on 07/18/20 at 9:59 pm


Something I saw on Facebook was a suggested slogan for the US.  You will all know “Click it or Ticket”, perhaps we should try “Mask it or Casket”?

That's clever. O0



That should be on a billboard.

Just like "Click it or ticket"?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/19/20 at 3:11 pm


Maybe we should give them a more catchy name, like “Face Condoms”.


https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-75243979,width-800,height-600,resizemode-75,imgsize-660547,pt-32,y_pad-40/75243979.jpg

How do you have sex with a "face condom"?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 07/19/20 at 3:49 pm


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How do you have sex with a "face condom"?


I'm afraid that sex is out of the question until COVID is over.  Unless both parties already have it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 07/20/20 at 8:21 pm


I'm afraid that sex is out of the question until COVID is over.  Unless both parties already have it.

Grindr seems as busy as ever.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 07/25/20 at 4:06 pm

There has been a sharp increase in the number of cases of Covid in Spain. The U.K. government has said that from midnight tonight people arriving in the U.K. from Spain have to quarantine themselves at home for two weeks.

Spain is a popular holiday destination and thousands of people are currently on holiday there or due to fly out in the next few days.

Certain areas of Spain, such as Catalonia, are introducing localised lockdowns or restrictions such as closing nightclubs.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/20 at 4:05 am


There has been a sharp increase in the number of cases of Covid in Spain. The U.K. government has said that from midnight tonight people arriving in the U.K. from Spain have to quarantine themselves at home for two weeks.

Spain is a popular holiday destination and thousands of people are currently on holiday there or due to fly out in the next few days.

Certain areas of Spain, such as Catalonia, are introducing localised lockdowns or restrictions such as closing nightclubs.
Now enforced, and has thrown the travel industry into confusion, along with employment issues it brings.

Subject: Coronavirus: Obesity increases risks from Covid-19, experts say

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/20 at 4:41 am

Being obese or overweight puts you at greater risk of serious illness or death from Covid-19, experts say after examining existing studies. The review of evidence by Public Health England found excess weight put people at greater risk of needing hospital admission or intensive care. And the risk grew substantially as weight increased. The release comes ahead of an expected government announcement of new measures to curb obesity.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53532228

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Australia suffers deadliest day yet

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/20 at 7:51 am

Australia has experienced its deadliest day of the pandemic so far, with 10 deaths reported on Sunday and a rising number of infections. In the state of Victoria - the epicentre of the current outbreak - 459 new cases were reported on Sunday, up from 357 on Saturday. About a dozen more were recorded elsewhere in the country. The national death toll now stands at 155 with about 14,000 cases. In a bid to curb the latest spike in infections, a lockdown has been imposed on about five million people in greater Melbourne for the past two weeks. The wearing of face masks is mandatory in the city. Police have also been guarding Victoria's state borders to stop all but essential travel and enforcing quarantine orders.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Transport Secretary caught up in his department's Spain

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/20 at 9:03 am

Among the holidaymakers whose travel plans have been disrupted today is Transport Secretary Grant Shapps, who has been caught up in his own department's rule change while on holiday there. Mr Shapps had travelled to Spain with his family on Saturday morning for a summer break, but just hours later, the Department for Transport confirmed the new quarantine rules due to a spike in cases in the country. A DfT spokesman said Mr Shapps would continue with his holiday as planned. He will then isolate upon his return, in line with the new rules. Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said he spoke to Mr Shapps after he had arrived in Spain on Saturday, and that his colleague "recognised we had to take the measures". Mr Raab told Sky's Sophy Ridge on Sunday the transport secretary "empathised with the many other people" who were experiencing the same thing, adding: "I think it shows you the risk for everyone... and shows you we have got to take swift measures."

Subject: N Korea seals off border city amid virus fears

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/20 at 9:37 am

North Korea says it has locked down the city of Kaesong near the border with South Korea over fears that a defector who returned to the North last week was infected with the coronavirus. The reclusive country's leader, Kim Jong-un, has declared an emergency and convened an emergency meeting of his politburo. "The vicious virus could be said to have entered the country," he was quoted as saying by the KCNA state news agency. If confirmed, it would be the first official Covid-19 infection in North Korea. The secretive state has previously claimed to be free of the virus, although analysts cast doubt on the claim - saying the coronavirus was likely to have already entered from neighbouring China. State media said the defector had left for the South three years ago but returned across the border to Kaesong last week. South Korea says there is a strong possibility that a crossing was made and that it is investigating.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): TUI cancels all holidays to mainland Spain

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/20 at 10:03 am

Package holiday company TUI has cancelled all its holidays to mainland Spain until 9 August following the change in the UK's quarantine rules for arrivals from Spain. The firm said in a statement: “Due to travel advice change against all but essential travel to mainland Spain, TUI UK have taken the decision to cancel all holidays to mainland Spain up to and including Sunday 9 August." It said holidaymakers wishing "to travel to the Balearic Islands and Canary Islands will be able to travel as planned from Monday 27th July. “Customers due to travel to all areas of Spain between 27th July and Sunday 9th August will be able to cancel or amend holidays and will be able to receive a full refund or the option to rebook their holiday with a booking incentive. "Customers with holidays from 10th August will be updated on Friday 31st July." TUI added that all customers currently in Spain can continue to enjoy their holiday and will be able to return on their planned flight home. The firm added that regional travel corridors should be considered and urged ministers to "work closely" with the travel industry "as this level of uncertainty and confusion is damaging for business and disappointing for those looking forward to a well-deserved break"

Subject: France and Germany battle to stem rising infections

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/20 at 11:01 am

With Spain in the spotlight over its rising numbers of coronavirus cases, France and Germany are also struggling to keep infections in check. In France, the number of new daily infections rose above 1,000 for a second day running on Saturday bringing the level back to where it was when lockdown was eased in May. France has been one of Europe's worst-affected countries with more than 217,000 cases and about 30,000 deaths. On Friday, Prime Minister Jean Castex announced on-the-spot testing for travellers arriving from 16 high-risk nations but said he wanted to avoid a return to a full lockdown to protect the economy. France has also advised its citizens not to travel to Spain's north-eastern region of Catalonia. In Germany, the number of new cases rose sharply on Friday to 815, the biggest tally since mid-May, and remained high on Saturday with 781 new cases. Health Minister Jens Spahn told Deutschlandfunk radio that the government might introduce compulsory testing for travellers arriving from high-risk destinations such as the US, Brazil and Turkey.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Iran reports more than 2,000 new cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/20 at 12:03 pm

Iran confirmed another 2,333 new Covid-19 cases on Sunday, continuing a surge in infections that began in mid-May. The health ministry also reported another 216 deaths over the past 24 hours, bringing the toll to 15,700. Iran began relaxing lockdown measures in April following a drop in the number of infections. It reopened mosques, shopping centres and public parks and allowed travel to resume between provinces. The initial outbreak was concentrated in Qom and the capital, theran, but the latest flare-up is in the south-west, notably in Khuzestan province bordering Iraq. President Hassan Rouhani has told Iranians they must wear masks on public transport and in crowded areas. Meanwhile, authorities in theran have re-imposed restrictions on some businesses and public gatherings.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): One virus death in Wales and none in Scotland for tenth

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/20 at 1:36 pm

There has been one coronavirus death in Wales reported by Public Health Wales today, bringing the overall death toll to 1,549. There have been 22 new cases, according to the last figures from PHW, with the total number of cases standing at 17,125. In Scotland, no deaths of people who tested positive for Covid-19 have been recorded for ten consecutive days, meaning the toll remains at 2,491. The Scottish government said that offices to register deaths are now generally closed at the weekends. There have been 4 new cases of Covid-19 in Scotland in the last 24 hours. A total of 18,551 people have now tested positive for the virus north of the border.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Is Spain seeing a second wave?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/20 at 2:22 pm

Spain has seen a surge in new coronavirus cases, which has led the UK government to order a 14-day quarantine period on anyone arriving from the country. As Spain takes new measures to cut the rise in infections - including the Catalan government temporarily closing nightlife in the region - there are fears of a more widespread second wave of cases. But is it really a second wave? Prof Paul Hunter, a Covid-19 expert at Norwich Medical School, says there is "no proper scientific definition" of a second wave. He believes for a second wave to occur, the virus would have had to have gone away completely, before returning again. Although Spain has successfully suppressed the virus from its peak, it has never managed to reduce the average number of new cases per day below a seven-day average of 254. Italy managed to get new cases per day down to between 10 and 20 over a seven-day average. Prof Hunter says you would need to get that average down close to 100 before you could claim the virus was "markedly under control". He adds: "In Spain, has never gone away, and if I was writing about it I would call it a resurgence."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 747 virus cases in 24 hours

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/20 at 3:25 pm

Another 747 coronavirus cases have been recorded in the UK over the past 24 hours, according to the latest figures from the government.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK approaches 299,426 positive cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/20 at 4:01 pm

The latest figure for coronavirus cases in the UK - 747 in the past 24 hours - brings the UK's total number of people testing positive for the virus to 299,426. The number includes both pillar one - tests in hospitals and Public Health England laboratories - and pillar two - wider population testing - scenarios. A total of 225,481 tests were made available in the past 24 hours, making the figure for tests made available since the outbreak reach 14,794,369. However, only 142,954 of those tests were processed in the same period, making the total number of tests processed overall 10,975,936.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Florida now 'second worst' virus state

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/26/20 at 5:38 pm

Florida has registered another 9,300 new confirmed cases of coronavirus in 24 hours, and has now overtaken New York to become the second-worst-hit state in the US. In recent weeks, Florida has recorded an average of more than 10,000 new cases a day. With a total of 423,855 infections, the sunshine state is now only behind California, which is leading the country with 448,497 confirmed cases. But New York - which was the epicentre at the start of the outbreak - still has the highest overall death toll, with more than 32,000 recorded deaths. Despite the surge in Florida, the state's governor Ron DeSantis has repeatedly said he won't mandate mask-wearing, and that schools must reopen in August as scheduled.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 2:33 am

In the UK, there have been calls for support for people returning from Spain to quarantine - where there is no guarantee their employers will allow them to work from home for two weeks

My argument is what is the first line of the UK Government Guidance?

"stay at home as much as possible"

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Vietnam raises alarm after first cases in months

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 3:03 am

Vietnam has closed the city of Da Nang to tourists after four new locally transmitted coronavirus cases were recorded, the country's first since April. No tourists can enter the city for 14 days and extra flights are being laid on to fly out up to 80,000 visitors. Vietnam has been lauded as a success story after acting early to close borders and enforce quarantine and contact tracing. It has recorded just over 400 cases and no deaths. But nearly 100 days after its last locally transmitted case, four new cases emerged in Da Nang, a central coastal city popular with domestic tourists. Prime Minister Nguyen Xuan Phuc on Monday ordered Da Nang residents to re-implement social distancing and close all non-essential services. He said the response had to be "decisive" but that he was not yet ordering a total lockdown of the city.

Subject: Australian state of Victoria hits new national case record

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 3:49 am

The virus-hit state of Victoria has reported six deaths and 532 new cases – surpassing the national daily high of 502 registered last week. Melbourne, Victoria's state capital, is halfway through its six-week lockdown. But with 350-450 new cases being reported per day, officials warned lockdown may need to be extended. Last week they noted that sick people going to work, or not isolating properly, were contributing to the virus' continued spread. However, critics of the government say that the sheer spread shows authorities were too slow to realise the extent of the problem in the community back in June. Authorities in neighbouring New South Wales (NSW) are also grappling to contain clusters around restaurants and a pub in Sydney. NSW reported 17 new cases today.

Subject: China doctor accuses Wuhan officials of cover-up

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 4:08 am

A doctor who diagnosed early coronavirus cases in China has told the BBC he believes local officials covered up the scale of the initial outbreak. Professor Kwok-Yung Yuen, who helped to investigate in Wuhan, says physical evidence was destroyed and the response to clinical findings was slow. "When we went to the Huanan supermarket, of course, there was nothing to see because the market was clean already. So, you may say that the crime scene is already disturbed because the supermarket was cleared we cannot identify any host which is giving the virus to humans," said Professor Yuen. "I do suspect that they have been doing some cover-up locally at Wuhan. The local officials who are supposed to immediately relay the information has not allowed this to be done as readily as it should," he added. China has been criticised for its initial response to the outbreak, and for penalising a doctor who tried to warn colleagues about the virus in late December. In response, China has repeatedly denied accusations that it withheld information about the severity of its outbreak.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India surpasses 1.4 million cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 4:41 am

Infections in India, which has the third highest number of cases in the world, have passed 1.4 million after it logged a record of nearly 50,000 new cases in 24 hours. More than 30,000 people have died of Covid-19 in the country since January, when the first case was reported. India went into a stringent lockdown in March, when cases were still in the hundreds. But it came out of it in June, just as the virus started to gain momentum, prompting a slew of states to go back under lockdown to curb rising numbers. It's worth noting that, while numbers remain high, India's recovery rate remains encouraging at over 63%. Around 33% of the total tally - 1.4 million - are active cases at the moment.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Hong Kong records new daily record

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 5:37 am

Hong Kong has today reported 145 new cases of coronavirus, setting a new daily record just hours after the city announced its toughest measures yet to curb the outbreak. Of the new cases, 142 were locally transmitted, officials said.

Subject: Covid outbreak at caravan park

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 5:48 am

Twenty-one people have tested positive for coronavirus at a caravan park site in Shropshire. Testing started when two positive cases were confirmed at Craven Arms last week, linked to an outbreak in Welshpool and a recent local event. A testing site has now been set up at a nearby business park, Shropshire Council and Public Health England said. All residents have been told to self-isolate with their families.

Subject: Coronavirus: Pet cat found to have virus in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 9:23 am

A pet cat has tested positive in the UK for the strain of coronavirus that is causing the current pandemic. Experts say it is the first confirmed case of infection in an animal in the UK but does not mean the disease is being spread to people by their pets. It's thought the cat caught coronavirus from its owner, who had previously tested positive for the virus. Both have now recovered. Health officials stress the case is very rare and no cause for alarm.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53552557

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Transport secretary not exempt from UK quarantine

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 9:25 am

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps will not be exempt from quarantine rules when he returns to the UK from his holiday in Spain, Number 10 has said. "The same rules apply to ministers as they do anyone else," UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's official spokesman said. Downing Street said Mr Shapps remained in touch with his department and had been "involved in the decision-making process". It added that it expected the vast majority of people to comply with quarantine rules - with just three fines issued at the border since the measures were first introduced in early June.

Subject: Robert O'Brien, key Trump adviser, tests positive for Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 9:36 am

President Donald Trump's national security adviser, Robert O'Brien, has tested positive for coronavirus, the White House has confirmed. Mr O'Brien, 54, has been self-isolating and working from home. The aide has mild symptoms and there was no risk of exposure to Mr Trump or Vice-President Mike Pence, a statement said. Mr O'Brien is the highest-ranking official in Mr Trump's administration known to have tested positive. It is not clear when he and the president last met, but they appeared together two weeks ago on a trip to Miami.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-53557447

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Leicester infection rate dropping

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 11:02 am

Leicester's seven-day infection rate has dropped. It still has the second highest rate in the country, but it has seen a decrease in cases in the week to 23 July. The city's rate has dropped from 91.5 cases per 100,000 people in the week before to 64.2. This compares to about 7 cases per 100,000 people across England. The next review of Leicester's local lockdown is due before Saturday.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK the ninth country to pass 300,000 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 12:11 pm

The United Kingdom is the ninth country to pass the 300,000 confirmed Covid-19 cases mark, according to data from Johns Hopkins University. Currently the US, Brazil, India, Russia, South Africa, Peru, Mexico and Chile all have had more cases. With seven more confirmed deaths the UK has had its lowest daily rise since early March, although reporting on Mondays tends to be lower. However, the UK is currently third for overall deaths in the world, according to Johns Hopkins, with only the US and Brazil having suffered more fatalities.

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Subject: Coronavirus: UK advises against non-essential travel to Spanish isles

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 12:38 pm

The UK is now advising against all non-essential travel to the Balearic and Canary Islands after Spain recorded a rise in coronavirus cases. Foreign Office guidance was changed to include both mainland Spain and popular destinations such as Ibiza and Tenerife. A spokesperson said the decision was made in light of a separate requirement for travellers to self-isolate on their return to the UK from Spain. No 10 said "no travel is risk free".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53560759

Subject: Belgium tightens restrictions again amid spike

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 1:47 pm

Belgium is tightening restrictions - but avoiding another lockdown - because of a worrying rise in Covid-19 cases. From Wednesday, Belgians will be allowed to see a maximum of five people outside of their families. Currently a Belgian individual can meet 15 people in a "social bubble". The rise in cases has been especially sharp in the city of Antwerp. In the past week an average of 279 people daily have caught coronavirus in Belgium, compared with 163 a day the week before. The current death toll officially is 9,821. "Until now, the 'social bubble' of each person was limited to 15 people per week. From Wednesday, it will be limited to five people, always the same ones, for the next four weeks, and this for an entire family," said PM Sophie Wilmès. "So we are counting for the household and no longer per person. Children under the age of 12 do not count in those five people." Belgium is also halving the numbers allowed at public gatherings - to 100 indoors, and 200 outdoors.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Obesity increases risks from Covid-19, experts say

Written By: Howard on 07/27/20 at 2:51 pm


Being obese or overweight puts you at greater risk of serious illness or death from Covid-19, experts say after examining existing studies. The review of evidence by Public Health England found excess weight put people at greater risk of needing hospital admission or intensive care. And the risk grew substantially as weight increased. The release comes ahead of an expected government announcement of new measures to curb obesity.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53532228


So I guess it's best to lose some weight.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 2:53 pm


So I guess it's best to lose some weight.
That is what PM Boris Johnson has been preaching today.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/27/20 at 3:27 pm


Transport Secretary Grant Shapps will not be exempt from quarantine rules when he returns to the UK from his holiday in Spain, Number 10 has said. "The same rules apply to ministers as they do anyone else," UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's official spokesman said. Downing Street said Mr Shapps remained in touch with his department and had been "involved in the decision-making process". It added that it expected the vast majority of people to comply with quarantine rules - with just three fines issued at the border since the measures were first introduced in early June.
The transport secretary is leaving a family holiday in Spain early to return to the UK, after quarantine restrictions came into force. Grant Shapps said he would come home on Wednesday so he can "get through quarantine" as quickly as possible and return to work. He added he wanted to help the government "handle the situation".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/20 at 1:54 am

Here are the biggest UK stories this morning:

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says a UK government decision to impose a two-week quarantine on everyone arriving from Spain is “unjust”
A government scheme offering £50 bike repair vouchers is being launched in England as part of plans to boost cycling and walking, after research found being overweight puts people at greater risk of serious illness or death from Covid-19
A lack of translated coronavirus guidance is jeopardising the safety of non-English speakers in the UK, a joint letter to the health secretary claims
Efforts by the Foreign Office to bring home more than a million Britons at the start of the coronavirus pandemic have been criticised by MPs as too slow

Subject: Emirates to cover Covid-19 medical and funeral costs

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/20 at 2:34 am

Emirates has become the first airline to offer free Covid-19 insurance as it tries to get people flying again. Passengers will be covered for medical treatment, hotel quarantine, and even their funeral if they catch the coronavirus while travelling. The announcement comes as carriers around the world have been hit hard by travel restrictions and other moves to tackle the pandemic. Earlier this month, the world's biggest long-haul carrier told the BBC it was set to cut as many as 9,000 jobs.

Subject: Germany warns against travel to parts of Spain

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/20 at 4:59 am

Germany’s foreign ministry has warned against unnecessary visits to three regions of Spain. In a statement, it flagged Aragon, Catalonia and Navarra due to their "high infection numbers and local lockdowns." The regions have seen a huge rise in cases during recent days, but Spanish authorities insist that infections in most regions are under control. It comes as Germany's Robert Koch Institute (RKI) said negligence was to blame for a recent rise in cases around the country. "The new developments in Germany make me very worried," RKI head Lothar Wieler told reporters. The number of new cases in Germany almost doubled on Tuesday to 633, and the RKI has blamed the increase on social contact in workplaces and at parties. It called on people to adhere to social distancing rules.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Deaths in England and Wales below average for fifth week

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/20 at 5:11 am

Deaths in England and Wales have remained below the five-year average for the fifth week in a row, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). There were a total of 8,823 deaths registered in England and Wales in the week to 17 July - 270 fewer than the five-year average of 9,093. Of those deaths, 295 mentioned Covid-19 on the death certificate - the lowest number of deaths involving the virus since the week ending 20 March. The ONS said that as the virus has a greater impact on the elderly and those with underlying health conditions, some of these deaths are likely to have occurred over the duration of the year. "These deaths occurring earlier than expected could contribute to a period of deaths below the five-year average," the organisation said.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Johnson warns of 'signs of second wave' in Europe

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/20 at 10:02 am

Boris Johnson has defended the UK government's decision to impose quarantine restrictions on Spain, warning there were "signs of a second wave" of coronavirus in some parts of Europe. "What we have to do is take swift and decisive action where we think that the risks are starting to bubble up again," the prime minister said. Johnson added that it was up to individuals to decide whether they wanted to take the risk of going abroad in the current circumstances. Asked about reports in the Daily Telegraph that the 14-day quarantine period could be reduced to 10 days, Mr Johnson said the government was always looking at ways to "mitigate" the impact of the measures. However, he stressed that at the moment people must stick with the current guidance.

Subject: Oldham coronavirus infection spike prompts new measures

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/20 at 10:38 am

New measures to stop the spread of Covid-19 have been introduced in Oldham following a "dramatic" rise in cases. Residents are being asked not to have social visitors to their homes and to keep two metres apart when outside. Anyone shielding has been asked to continue to do so until 14 August and care homes will not relax restrictions. The new measures are essential to prevent a "strict local lockdown" like in Leicester, Oldham Council's deputy leader councillor Arooj Shah said. "The best way to avoid infection is to limit contact with others as much as possible and to stay home wherever you can, including working from home," she added. Many aspects of the coronavirus lockdown have now eased across the UK but certain areas have introduced new measures to halt the spread of the virus. Oldham follows Rochdale, its neighbouring Greater Manchester borough, and Blackburn with Darwen and Pendle in Lancashire, in introducing new restrictions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-53568956

Subject: Oldham coronavirus infection spike prompts new measures

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/20 at 12:05 pm


New measures to stop the spread of Covid-19 have been introduced in Oldham following a "dramatic" rise in cases. Residents are being asked not to have social visitors to their homes and to keep two metres apart when outside. Anyone shielding has been asked to continue to do so until 14 August and care homes will not relax restrictions. The new measures are essential to prevent a "strict local lockdown" like in Leicester, Oldham Council's deputy leader councillor Arooj Shah said. "The best way to avoid infection is to limit contact with others as much as possible and to stay home wherever you can, including working from home," she added. Many aspects of the coronavirus lockdown have now eased across the UK but certain areas have introduced new measures to halt the spread of the virus. Oldham follows Rochdale, its neighbouring Greater Manchester borough, and Blackburn with Darwen and Pendle in Lancashire, in introducing new restrictions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-53568956
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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records another 119 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/20 at 12:24 pm

A further 119 people have died in the UK after contracting coronavirus, taking the total number of deaths to 45,878. A word of warning - these figures use data from Public Health England, which is currently reviewing its methodology after it was found to be including people who tested positive months before they died. Another 581 people have tested positive for the virus, the Department of Health and Social Care says, bringing the total number of UK cases to 300,692.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Public 'has risen to the challenge of masks'

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/20 at 2:09 pm

Retail workers have been talking to 5live about their experiences of people wearing face masks in shops. Emma in Manchester said: “Fair play to the British public, we were worried, but they have risen to the challenge, almost all shoppers wearing masks – which means we don’t have to wear masks. "The company advises us to wear them, but we don’t have to if we sign a disclaimer and it’s so difficult to wear one over a 10 hour shift, so if customers wear them we can choose not to. “Honestly the British public has been brilliant – I would say 98-99 per cent of shoppers are wearing them – we’ve had a few complaints but really it’s been brilliant.”

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How serious are the flare-ups in Europe?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/20 at 2:18 pm

There are rises in coronavirus cases in many parts of Europe but most health professionals would avoid describing them as a second wave of infections. That would usually be when a disease returns after being all but wiped out. As things stand now, the numbers are far lower than in the worst days back in March and April. And the pattern is different too: generally it’s no longer whole countries in the grip of the virus. Instead we’re seeing more localised outbreaks, for example on a large farm in Bavaria, in the Belgian city of Antwerp and in several regions of Spain. The Dutch government singles out Leicester as having a higher risk than the rest of the UK. But there’s no doubt that these are nervous times. German officials say they’re ‘very concerned’ about the increase in cases. And there is the potential for these relatively small flare-ups to escalate – that’s always been the risk as the lockdowns were relaxed. So what matters more than ever now is rapid detection of new cases and then a swift response to isolate everyone infected, and the hope is that every country is able to do that.

Subject: Covid-19 survivors could be at sepsis risk, warns charity

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/20 at 3:07 pm

People who have been hospitalised with coronavirus are being warned that they could be at risk of sepsis. One in five people who required hospital treatment for Covid-19 are at risk from sepsis within a year of being discharged, according to the UK Sepsis Trust (UKST). Sepsis is a reaction to infection which happens when the body's immune system overreacts, which can lead to organ failure. Dr Ron Daniels, founder of UKST, said: "We urgently need all health professionals, as well as the general public, to be aware of the signs of sepsis and subsequently avoid adding to the magnitude of this issue." He said there were six signs that spell out the word sepsis - S for slurred speech or confusion, E for extreme pain in muscles or joints, P for passing no urine in a day, S for severe breathlessness, I for "it feels like I'm going to die" and S for skin that is mottled or discoloured.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Italy PM moves to extend state of emergency

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/28/20 at 3:49 pm

Italy's Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte has asked the country's parliament to approve extending a state of emergency until October. The current measure is due to expire at the end of the month. An extension would ensure existing decrees issued to fight the virus would continue in force. It gives greater powers to both state and central government and bolsters hospital resources. "The virus continues to evolve and has not run its course," Mr Conte said earlier today. "It would be incongruous to abruptly suspend such an effective measure." The state of emergency enables central and regional governments to shut down areas in the event of further outbreaks. Some opposition groups say it would give Mr Conte too many powers. Italy's lockdown rules have now been largely regionalised but face masks are mandatory on public transport and in shops, and social distancing of one metre is required in public spaces.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US states see record rise in infections

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/20 at 2:45 am

Six southern and western US states registered record numbers of new coronavirus infections on Tuesday - California, Arkansas, Florida, Montana, Oregon, and Texas. Texas joined California and New York to register more than 400,000 cases. President Donald Trump, who has come under widespread criticism for his handling of the crisis, insisted that large parts of the US were virus-free, even though federal data shows just one state, Vermont, doing well. The US now has more than 4.3 million reported cases of Covid-19, and more than 149,000 deaths.

Subject: Coronavirus: Hong Kong on verge of 'large-scale' outbreak

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/20 at 3:02 am

Hong Kong's hospital system could face "collapse" as it grapples with a sharp rise in coronavirus cases, the city's leader Carrie Lam has warned. She said the city was "on the verge of a large-scale community outbreak", urging people to stay indoors. New regulations, including mandatory face masks and the closure of dine-in restaurants, kicked in on Wednesday. Hong Kong - which had early success against Covid-19 - is now regularly reporting over 100 new daily cases. Less than a month ago, the average number of new daily cases was under 10.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-53575875

Subject: Coronavirus vaccine: UK signs deal with GSK and Sanofi

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/20 at 3:53 am

The UK government has signed a fourth coronavirus vaccine deal, securing up to 60 million doses of an experimental treatment being developed by drug giants GSK and Sanofi. The government has already signed up for 100 million doses of the Oxford University vaccine being developed by AstraZeneca. It has also secured another 90 million doses of two other promising vaccines. However, it is still uncertain which, if any, of the vaccines may work. Governments around the world have pledged billions of dollars for a Covid-19 vaccine and a number of pharmaceutical firms are in a race to develop and test potential drugs.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-53577637

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Oldham virus spike 'not behavioural'

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/20 at 6:07 am

A "dramatic" rise in Covid-19 cases in Oldham is down to "socio-economic factors" and not "behaviour", the deputy council leader says. Residents are being asked not to have social visitors at their homes and to keep two metres apart when outside as part of stepped up lockdown measures.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'Possible cluster' investigated in Glasgow area

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/20 at 7:09 am

A possible cluster of coronavirus cases is being investigated in the Greater Glasgow and Clyde area of Scotland, Nicola Sturgeon has said. Of the 22 new cases that were identified in Scotland on Tuesday, the first minister said provisional information showed that 14 were in that area. Scotland has now gone 13 days in a row without any new deaths of people who had tested positive for coronavirus. However, the National Records of Scotland - which includes deaths where coronavirus is suspected or probable - has recorded an increase in the number of Covid-19 deaths registered during the last week. Between July 20 and 26, there were eight instances when Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate, a rise from the six deaths registered in the previous week.

Subject: Coronavirus: What's the evidence Europe is having a 'second wave'?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/20 at 10:04 am

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has warned there are signs of a "second wave" of coronavirus cases in Europe, but what's the evidence for that? Talk of a second wave is the stuff of nightmares. But many experts try to avoid the phrase altogether. Margaret Harris, from the World Health Organization, has made clear that what we have seen is "one big wave" that is making its way across the globe. Some countries, such as South Korea and Singapore, have been better than others at flattening it from the start by stopping the virus spreading by using comprehensive testing and tracing regimes. But others - and the UK, France, Spain and Italy are examples of this - have just managed to flatten it partway through the wave by introducing lockdowns.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53579731

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Robot cleaners take to Leeds streets

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/20 at 10:18 am

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Robots cleaners are being deployed in Leeds to sanitise public spaces and reduce the risk of coronavirus spreading. The move is part of a trial by the University of Leeds to see if the robots can disinfect places effectively, avoiding the dangers of Covid-19 spreading to cleaning staff or the public. Originally designed to inspect and repair infrastructure such as bridges, the robots' new job is to use computer vision and artificial intelligence to find objects which need regular cleaning and to spray them with a mist of diluted alcohol. They were built by researchers at the Self Repairing Cities project, a consortium involving the University of Leeds, the University of Birmingham and University College London. Dr Bilal Kaddouh, assistant professor at the Leeds School of Mechanical Engineering, said the initial trials went well but the next stage would be for the robots to operate autonomously.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK figures show 83 more Covid-19 related deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/20 at 10:49 am

A further 83 people have died from Covid-19 associated deaths in the UK, according to government figures. It takes the total deaths associated with the pandemic to 45,961. There have been 763 more lab-confirmed cases across the UK, taking the total number of cases to 301,455. These figures use data from Public Health England, which is currently reviewing its methodology after it was found to be including people who tested positive months before they died.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cases rising in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/20 at 1:09 pm

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The most recent seven-day average for cases in the UK is 726. This is up by just under 25% since 15 July. It is still too soon to know for sure whether this is due to more and better testing - or the early stages of a resurgence of the virus. The ONS survey suggests that infections in homes in England are steady - no signal for rising or falling numbers. Test and trace stats up until 15 July showed that testing was going up faster than case numbers, suggesting some of the rise could be due to testing. And levels of infection are far below their peak. But patterns across Europe show the possibilities for the virus to increase.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Are more young people getting infected?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/29/20 at 2:43 pm

Dr Hans Kluge, the World Health Organization’s (WHO) regional director for Europe, was on the BBC’s Today programme this morning talking about some of the recent spikes in coronavirus cases. “What's a bit different now, although still without final scientific evidence, is that we are receiving reports from civil and health authorities of a higher proportion of new infections among young people,” he said. We asked the WHO for more details. It said it didn’t want to single out countries but pointed to these examples.

In Sweden, where there was a sharp increase in cases for those under the age of 49 in mid-June. Since then those cases have declined, but the 20 to 29 age group currently has more cases per 100,000 people than any other age group in the country.

In Ireland, as of 28 July, nearly 60% of all confirmed COVID-19 cases have occurred in people under 45.

In Israel, the recent increase in cases has been linked to outbreaks in schools. In the latest figures, about a fifth of cases occurred in people aged 10 to 19 and a fifth in the 20 to 29 group.

Subject: Coronavirus: Virus isolation period 'to go up from seven to 10 days'

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/20 at 2:04 am

The length of time people with coronavirus symptoms will have to self-isolate for is expected to be increased from seven to 10 days in England. It comes as ministers try to avoid a second outbreak of the virus in the UK. Currently, people showing the main symptoms - a new continuous cough, high temperature or loss of taste or smell - have to self-isolate for a week. But the government is expected to announce later that the isolation period is being extended. It is unclear if the devolved nations will follow the UK government's lead, but the current guidance was adopted UK-wide.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53588709

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): NZ police arrest man who fled isolation

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/20 at 3:15 am

Police in New Zealand have arrested a man who briefly fled managed isolation in the city of Auckland. New Zealand requires all travellers arriving in the country to spend 14 days in a managed isolation facility. Police said the 32-year-old man, who has not been identified, absconded from the Crowne Plaza Hotel on Thursday but only got a short distance before he was apprehended. He had spent one day in isolation after arriving from Brisbane. "This man will be summonsed to appear in court to face a charge under the Covid-19 Public Health Response Act," police said. Under the law, escapees can face up to six months in prison or a hefty fine. Air Commodore Darryn Webb, quoted by the New Zealand Herald, said defence force staff had challenged the man as he tried to follow them out a gate, claiming he was a worker. The man failed to stop and was chased for a short distance before being arrested. New Zealand has been lauded as a success story for its handling of the virus. It was quick to close its borders and implement a strict nationwide lockdown

Subject: Coronavirus: India reports record cases as gyms and yoga centres reopen

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/20 at 3:30 am

India has also set a new record for infections in a 24-hour period, with more than 52,000 people testing positive. Cases have continued to soar in states including Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. India has the third highest tally of infections in the world after the US and Brazil, while about 35,000 have died. Despite the mounting caseload, the government further eased restrictions on Wednesday, allowing gym and yoga institutes to reopen.

Subject: Coronavirus: England 'highest level of excess deaths'

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/20 at 4:52 am

England had the highest levels of excess deaths in Europe between the end of February to the middle of June, official analysis shows. The Office for National Statistics said England saw the second highest peak rates of death in Europe, after Spain. But England had the longest period where deaths were above average, and so overall had the highest levels.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53592881

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cases rising in the UK

Written By: nally on 07/30/20 at 1:42 pm


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The most recent seven-day average for cases in the UK is 726. This is up by just under 25% since 15 July. It is still too soon to know for sure whether this is due to more and better testing - or the early stages of a resurgence of the virus. The ONS survey suggests that infections in homes in England are steady - no signal for rising or falling numbers. Test and trace stats up until 15 July showed that testing was going up faster than case numbers, suggesting some of the rise could be due to testing. And levels of infection are far below their peak. But patterns across Europe show the possibilities for the virus to increase.


Wow. :o And I thought that the US had it bad with rising cases.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/20 at 1:47 pm


Wow. :o And I thought that the US had it bad with rising cases.
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has warned there are signs of a "second wave" of coronavirus cases in Europe, and warns of a fortnight time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cases rising in the UK

Written By: nally on 07/30/20 at 1:48 pm


UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has warned there are signs of a "second wave" of coronavirus cases in Europe, and warns of a fortnight time.

Why am I not surprised?

There has also been a similar warning in the US, early on.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/30/20 at 1:50 pm


Why am I not surprised?

There has also been a similar warning in the US, early on.
On Saturday shielding officially ends, but I am continuing in order to be safe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/30/20 at 2:16 pm


UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has warned there are signs of a "second wave" of coronavirus cases in Europe, and warns of a fortnight time.


It could happen in the U.S.too so gather up as many face masks as you can.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 07/30/20 at 6:39 pm

Sigh, RIP to Herman Cain. He attended Trump's Tulsa rally back in June, and later contracted COVID. He also survived stage 4 liver cancer, but unfortunately, this virus took his life.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 07/31/20 at 5:36 am

Don’t blow a gasket. Mask it or casket!

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/31/20 at 7:33 am


Don’t blow a gasket. Mask it or casket!

https://i.imgur.com/69jMpvX.png


That would be a good sign to put around supermarkets.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 07/31/20 at 2:59 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 07/31/20 at 3:01 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 07/31/20 at 3:03 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/01/20 at 4:17 am


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That is a good one too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 08/01/20 at 5:32 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 08/01/20 at 5:49 am

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Subject: Re: What went wrong in California?

Written By: nally on 08/02/20 at 11:58 am


It could happen in the U.S.too so gather up as many face masks as you can.

I have a decent collection of them. And I also remember to wash them thoroughly when I get home.

Subject: Re: What went wrong in California?

Written By: Howard on 08/02/20 at 1:52 pm


I have a decent collection of them. And I also remember to wash them thoroughly when I get home.


That's what I've been doing.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Second London Lockdown?

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/20 at 6:52 am

Boris Johnson is mulling lockdown-like conditions for London and asking the elderly to shield once again as part of plans for avoiding a second national lockdown, according to reports.The PM has ordered preparations to be made should there be a significant rise in the number of new coronavirus infections, The Sunday Telegraph and The Sunday Times said The claims come after Johnson was forced to announce a slow down of the lockdown easing on Friday, with planned relaxations for the leisure and beauty sectors delayed after a rise in Covid-19 cases was recorded, with prevalence in the community thought to be rising for the first time since May.

Subject: Sewage testing for Covid-19 begins in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/20 at 8:09 am

Sewage testing is being conducted across England in a bid to develop wastewater-based Covid-19 surveillance. Scientists discovered early in the pandemic that infected people "shed" the virus in their faeces. Further research concluded that wastewater sampling could provide a signal of a coronavirus outbreak up to a week earlier than medical testing. The Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs says this has begun at 44 wastewater treatment sites. A Defra spokesperson said the government was working with scientists, water companies and the devolved governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. They would "monitor for fragments of coronavirus genetic material".

Subject: Coronavirus: Major incident declared in Greater Manchester

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/20 at 8:39 am

A major incident has been declared by authorities in Greater Manchester following recent rises in coronavirus infection rates. Greater Manchester Police (GMP) said the decision was taken to help agencies respond "as effectively as possible", including with extra resources. People "should not be alarmed" by the news as it was "standard practice", Manchester City Council said. Greater Manchester is one of the areas subject to new lockdown measures.

Subject: 'One in 10' not wearing face coverings on public transport in Britain

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/20 at 1:54 pm

One in 10 people on public transport in Britain are not wearing mandatory face coverings, the UK's transport secretary has said. Grant Shapps tweeted that the compliance rate for following rules on face coverings was 90% as he urged people to "help keep each other safe" during the coronavirus pandemic. Passengers caught not complying risk being fined £100 and removed from services. Face coverings on public transport became mandatory in England on 15 June in a bid to slow the spread of the virus.

Subject: Re: Sewage testing for Covid-19 begins in England

Written By: LyricBoy on 08/03/20 at 7:06 pm


Sewage testing is being conducted across England in a bid to develop wastewater-based Covid-19 surveillance. Scientists discovered early in the pandemic that infected people "shed" the virus in their faeces. Further research concluded that wastewater sampling could provide a signal of a coronavirus outbreak up to a week earlier than medical testing. The Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs says this has begun at 44 wastewater treatment sites. A Defra spokesperson said the government was working with scientists, water companies and the devolved governments in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. They would "monitor for fragments of coronavirus genetic material".


One would imagine COVID or not, people should not bathe in fæces.  8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/20 at 2:02 am


One would imagine COVID or not, people should not bathe in fæces.  8-P
The research is being done in the underground sewers.

Subject: India tops world in daily deaths for first time

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/20 at 2:03 am

More than 800 people died of coronavirus in India on Monday, the highest number of new deaths in the world for that 24-hour period. India has also seen more new infections than any other country on earth. A prominent opposition leader from southern India, K Siddaramaiah has been confirmed to have the virus. He is the latest in a growing list of high-profile personalities to test positive for Covid-19, which includes India’s home affairs minister, Amit Shah. India’s rising figures are an indicator of the country’s struggle with containing the virus as it continues to lift lockdown restrictions and open up its economy. Heavy rainfall and flooding in some parts of the country are adding to the problems.

Subject: Philippines enforces new lockdown for millions

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/20 at 3:04 am

Millions of people in the Philippines are back in lockdown over fears a surge in cases could push the healthcare system to collapse. Stay-at-home orders are now in place in Manila and four surrounding provinces on the island of Luzon for two weeks. Under the restrictions, people are only allowed out to buy essential goods or exercise outdoors. Public transport has also been suspended and domestic flights are grounded, while restaurants are restricted to takeaways.

Subject: Re: Sewage testing for Covid-19 begins in England

Written By: Howard on 08/04/20 at 7:45 am


One would imagine COVID or not, people should not bathe in fæces.  8-P



I agree, quite disgusting. 8-P

Subject: McDonald's branch shuts as five staff test positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/20 at 7:50 am

A branch of McDonald's has closed in northern England after five staff tested positive for Covid-19. The fast food chain said the restaurant in Stockport, Greater Manchester, had been shut temporarily as a precautionary measure and that affected staff had been advised to self-isolate. In a tweet, MP Navendu Mishra said he had been contacted by "worried" employees who worked at the Wellington Road South outlet. Mr Mishra said he had contacted McDonald's management and also discussed the outbreak with the Bakers, Food and Allied Workers Union. McDonald's said customer and staff safety was an "absolute priority", and that it had contacted all the restaurant employees, Public Health England, and the environmental health officer. It said the branch would reopen "as soon as we feel we can".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Six more deaths in hospitals in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/20 at 1:55 pm

A further six coronavirus deaths have been recorded by NHS England, bringing the total number of people who have died in hospitals in England with the virus to 29,358. Another five deaths were reported with no positive Covid-19 test result. UK-wide figures cover deaths across all settings, including in care homes and the community, and use a different time frame.

Subject: Coronavirus: UK made serious mistake over border policy, say MPs

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/20 at 1:50 am

The spread of coronavirus in the UK could have been slowed with earlier quarantine restrictions on arrivals, a group of MPs has said. The Home Affairs committee said a lack of border measures earlier in the pandemic was a "serious mistake". It added ministers had underestimated the threat of importing the virus from Europe as opposed to Asia. But a Home Office spokeswoman said the committee were "incorrect in their assertions". She added: "All of our decisions throughout the pandemic have been guided by the science, with appropriate measures introduced at the right time to keep us all safe." In their report, the committee backed a decision not to close the UK's borders in the early stages of the crisis, given the "large number" of returning British nationals. But it added that a requirement for people arriving from certain countries to quarantine, introduced in early June, should have come in earlier.

Exactly as I was saying in March and April

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Victoria sees record rise as more borders are shut

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/20 at 2:27 am

The Australian state of Victoria has reported another record rise in coronavirus cases, days after it tightened its lockdown measures to curb the disease. A further 725 infections and 15 deaths - including that of a man in his 30s - were confirmed in the state on Wednesday, Australia’s worst day yet. The record numbers came ahead of another wave of restrictions which will come into effect in Victoria at midnight tonight. On Sunday, Premier Daniel Andrews declared a state of disaster. He announced a night-time curfew and restrictions on leaving home for residents of Melbourne, the country's second most populous city. Australia has fared better than many countries due to effective suppression measures early in the pandemic, but since June, the outbreak in Victoria has worsened significantly. On Wednesday, the state of Queensland said it would close its borders with neighbouring New South Wales to halt the spread of the virus.

Subject: Governor sparks gargling solution panic buying in Japan

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/20 at 3:48 am

Shoppers in Japan have rushed out to buy gargling solution after a governor in Osaka suggested it could help fight the coronavirus. While there are no proven benefits, drugstores have found their shelves emptied of the stuff after a spate of panic buying across the country. Photos showing “Out of Stock” notices in different shops were shared by hundreds of thousands of people on Twitter. “Anyone else having trouble buying gargling medicine? I’m coming to four misses now,” wrote one user who posted pictures of bare shelves. Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura was referring to a study released by a local hospital that apparently showed a lower viral load in the saliva of a small group of patients with mild Covid-19 symptoms after regular gargling, compared to those who had not. Some experts cast skepticism on the research. A spokesman said the Japanese government would closely follow research developments.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Global deaths surpass 700,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/20 at 5:32 am

More than 700,000 deaths involving Covid-19 have now been recorded worldwide, according to the latest tally by Johns Hopkins University. Overall, the US has reported the most deaths (156,830), followed by Brazil (95,819), Mexico (48,869), the UK (46,295) and India (39,795). It is worth remembering that there are challenges in comparing countries, such as how widely they test for Covid-19 and whether they count deaths from the virus in the same way. Differences in population are of course also important when making any comparison. The UK has about 66 million people, while India has more than 1.3 billion. We have been tracking the trajectory of coronavirus infections and deaths since the start of the pandemic.

Subject: Coronavirus: Scotland reimposes lockdown restrictions in Aberdeen

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/20 at 8:05 am

Lockdown restrictions are to be reimposed on the Aberdeen area of Scotland after 54 new cases emerged in a coronavirus cluster, Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has just said. At a briefing on Wednesday, she said people in the area must no longer travel more than five miles for leisure or recreational purposes, although she said people could still travel for work or education. She also said people should not travel to Aberdeen, people in the area should not go into each other's houses, and regulations requiring all indoor and outdoor hospitality in the city to close would come into force by 17:00 BST Wednesday. Ms Sturgeon said the restrictions would be reviewed in seven days time.

Subject: New virus measures in northern England city 'expected in next few days'

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/20 at 8:43 am

Lockdown restrictions could be reintroduced in another city in northern England in the coming days after a rise in coronavirus cases, Lancashire's director of public health said. Dr Sakthi Karunanithi expects stricter rules to be imposed in Preston - as they already have been in east Lancashire, Greater Manchester and parts of West Yorkshire. The council has already asked residents to follow a number of extra measures in a bid to halt the spread of the virus. Data from Public Health England shows Preston recorded 49 new cases of coronavirus in the week to 31 July, more than double the week before, when there were 22 - this means there are almost 35 cases per 100,000 people. There were 18 cases recorded on the 29 July alone. Numbers have fallen since but data from recent days is subject to revision.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Third of Afghans 'may have been infected'

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/20 at 10:44 am

A sample survey has found that almost a third of the Afghan population, or around 10 million people, may have been infected with coronavirus, the country's health minister has said. The findings were the result of antibody testing carried out on 9,500 people from across the country, with the support of the the World Health Organization and Johns Hopkins University. Ahmad Jawad Osmani said the majority of cases had been found in cities, with the capital Kabul worst affected. Many cases are believed to have been asymptomatic. Afghanistan has officially recorded around 36,000 infections and 1,200 deaths. The country suffers from extreme poverty, with the health system under immense strain from decades of conflict.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Virus fears halt another cruise ship in Norway

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/20 at 11:20 am

A cruise ship has been ordered to keep everyone on board at a port in Norway after a passenger from a previous trip tested positive for Covid-19. SeaDream 1 was carrying 123 passengers and 85 crew members when it docked in the port of Bodo on Wednesday. The mayor of the Bodo, Ida Pinnerod, said all crew would be tested for the virus. “We take the situation very seriously,” the mayor told Norwegian broadcaster NRK. The company that owns the ship, SeaDream Yacht Club, said the previous passenger tested positive for Covid-19 on Tuesday after returning home to Denmark. Norwegian health authorities have ordered all passengers that were on the ship at the same time as that passenger to self isolate for 14 days. SeaDream 1 is the second Norwegian cruise ship to be disrupted by the virus in less than a week. Dozens of crew and passengers from the MS Roald Amundsen have tested positive for Covid-19 since the ship docked in Tromso on Friday. Last week, Norway's government said it would stop all cruise ships with more than 100 people on board from disembarking passengers for at least 14 days.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK reports 65 more coronavirus deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/20 at 12:15 pm

A further 65 people have died after testing positive for coronavirus in the UK, bringing the total to 46,364, figures show. And another 892 people have tested positive for the virus in the UK in the past 24 hours, the government has announced. This brings the total number of people who have tested positive for the virus in the UK to 307,184. The latest figures are published on the government's coronavirus dashboard - although a review is taking place into the way deaths from coronavirus are counted in England.

Subject: Tony Blair: Second national lockdown would be 'devastating'

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/20 at 12:39 pm

Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair has told BBC Radio 5 Live that he doesn't think the country could afford another national lockdown. Speaking to Emma Barnett, Mr Blair talked about the importance of reviving the economy, adding: "We’re going to do major long-term damage to the rest of our healthcare system if our economy can’t get moving again and if people can’t get out and about again”.

Subject: Spain records highest daily cases since lockdown ended

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/20 at 1:08 pm

Spain announced 1,772 new daily cases on Wednesday, in the largest increase since national lockdown measures ended. One death was also recorded, bringing Spain's death toll in the pandemic to 28,499. The number of new infections does not include two regions which have not yet reported their statistics. The news came as Switzerland became the latest European country to announce quarantine measures for travellers arriving from Spain, although its rules do not apply to the Canary and Balearic islands. Spain enforced one of Europe's strictest lockdowns, but has experienced a rise in cases since restrictions were eased in June.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK reports another 77 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/12/20 at 11:43 am

Another 77 people have died in the UK following a positive coronavirus test, bringing the total confirmed Covid-19 deaths in UK hospitals, care homes and in the community to 46,706. There were also another 1,009 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the last 24 hours, the third time in a week that cases in the UK have risen by the more than 1,000. UK-wide death figures may not match the totals for the four nations, as they cover a different time scale and cover deaths in all settings. The statistics are also under review after Health Secretary Matt Hancock raised concerns that the figures for England may include people who died months after testing positive for the virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/20 at 3:49 am

Thousands of holidaymakers have seen their plans thrown into chaos after UK quarantine measures were imposed on France from Saturday. The 14-day isolation requirement begins at 04:00 BST and also applies to people arriving from the Netherlands, Monaco, Malta, Turks and Caicos, and Aruba. It comes after France's prime minister acknowledged infection numbers were going "the wrong way". France warned it would take "reciprocal measures".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/20 at 5:04 am

The number of people in hospital with Covid-19 fell in coronavirus hotspots in June and July, according to data released by NHS England. Cases of coronavirus have been rising nationally since the middle of July, and even earlier in Leicester. More of these cases are among young people, who are less likely to become seriously sick.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/20 at 5:46 am

More beauty treatments, small wedding receptions and live indoor performances will be able to resume in England from Saturday, as lockdown rules are eased. Bowling alleys, casinos and soft play centres will also be able to reopen, PM Boris Johnson has announced. It comes as the government introduces bigger fines for failing to wear a mask in places where it is compulsory. Meanwhile, quarantine measures have been imposed on more countries, including France and the Netherlands.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/20 at 10:17 am

Health authorities in Toronto say at least 550 people may have been exposed to coronavirus after a strip club worker tested positive for the virus.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK sees biggest daily rise in cases since 14 June

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/20 at 12:22 pm

The number of daily positive tests for coronavirus in the UK is the highest it's been since 14 June, according to the latest government figures. In the 24-hour period up to 09:00 BST, there were a further 1,441 lab-confirmed cases. Overall, a total of 316,367 cases have been confirmed. Some 41,358 people have died in the UK within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19, as of today, government figures show. This is up by 11 from Thursday. Previously, people in England who died at any point following a positive test, regardless of cause, were counted in the figures. A review of how these deaths were counted has reduced the UK death toll by more than 5,000. Separate figures published by the UK's statistics agencies indicate there have been 56,800 deaths registered in the UK where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/14/20 at 2:26 pm


Health authorities in Toronto say at least 550 people may have been exposed to coronavirus after a strip club worker tested positive for the virus.


Wow, that ain't good!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/20 at 2:27 pm


Wow, that ain't good!  :o
The virus is on the rise again.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/14/20 at 2:39 pm


The virus is on the rise again.


It might be here for quite a long time.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/20 at 3:19 pm


It might be here for quite a long time.  :(
That is the main fear, especially with no hope of an assured vaccine yet.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/14/20 at 3:19 pm


Thousands of holidaymakers have seen their plans thrown into chaos after UK quarantine measures were imposed on France from Saturday. The 14-day isolation requirement begins at 04:00 BST and also applies to people arriving from the Netherlands, Monaco, Malta, Turks and Caicos, and Aruba. It comes after France's prime minister acknowledged infection numbers were going "the wrong way". France warned it would take "reciprocal measures".
Thousands of holidaymakers have just hours to return to the UK if they want to avoid quarantine measures imposed on France, coming into force on Saturday.

Subject: Coronavirus: What are the UK travel quarantine rules?

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/20 at 12:41 am

Travellers entering the UK from France and the Netherlands will face a 14-day quarantine when they arrive from Saturday. ransport Secretary Grant Shapps said the measure - which also applies to people travelling from Monaco, Malta, Turks and Caicos, and Aruba - would start at 04:00 BST. The UK government's decision follows a surge in cases in the countries affected in recent days.

Full report:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-52544307

Subject: Coronavirus: Businesses reopen as England lockdown eases further

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/20 at 2:14 am

Businesses such as bowling alleys, soft play centres and casinos can now reopen in England as lockdown rules ease. More beauty treatments, small wedding receptions and live indoor performances can also resume. The further lifting of restrictions comes as the government introduces bigger fines for failing to wear a mask in places where it is compulsory. Meanwhile, thousands of holidaymakers have rushed to get back to the UK to beat French quarantine rules. The easing of lockdown rules was postponed from 1 August due to concerns about a slight increase in the number of people testing positive for coronavirus in England. Last week, figures from the Office for National Statistics showed this may be levelling off.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53788314

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus):New Zealand investigates possible Melbourne link

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/20 at 9:21 am

New Zealand authorities are investigating a possible link between the country’s new coronavirus outbreak and Covid-19 infections in the Australian state of Victoria. The country’s director of health, Dr Ashley Bloomfield, said on Saturday he had been in contact with health officials in Victoria about cases connected to US-based company Americold. Workers at Americold’s cold-storage facilities in Auckland, New Zealand and Melbourne, Australia have tested positive for Covid-19. Dr Bloomfield said testing was under way on employees in Melbourne to see if there were any connections with the cases in Auckland.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 1,012 new cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/20 at 11:12 am

The UK government says another 1,012 people have tested positive for coronavirus. Saturday is the fifth day in a row that more than 1,000 cases have been recorded in the country. The total number of positive tests now stands at 317,379. A further three people have died within 28 days of a positive test.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Which country is next on the UK quarantine list?

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/20 at 2:27 am

Reports are coming that Greece and Turkey with a higher rate of coronavirus cases will be added to the list soon.

What are the UK travel quarantine rules? https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-52544307

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Highest global increase in cases so far, WHO says

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/20 at 4:27 am

The World Health Organization has reported that the number of confirmed global coronavirus cases has increased by more than 294,000 in 24 hours - the highest figure so far. More than 21 million people are known to have been infected with the virus globally, according to the Johns Hopkins University. More than 771,000 people have lost their lives. The highest death toll is far the United States at almost 170,000, out of more than 5 million cases.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/16/20 at 7:31 am

I think the MTA really needs to make these buses social distance-proof cause this is no good when you're on a crowded bus during a pandemic and then more and more people get on as well and you're stuck in the same position like a sardine then you have people push you and sometimes they step on your shoes by accident.  ::)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Austria to bring in stricter checks at borders

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/20 at 8:51 am

Austria’s Chancellor Sebastian Kurz says there will be stricter checks on the country's borders, following what he called a “worrying rise” in the number of coronavirus cases. In a tweet, he said health checks would in future be part of checks at the borders. The health ministry announced 303 new cases on Saturday, a sharp rise from the daily numbers being seen in May to July. A total of 725 people have died from the virus there.

Subject: Spike in sanitiser-related calls to Australia poison hotline

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/20 at 10:14 am

The number of calls to Australia's Poison Information Centre (PIC) relating to alcohol-based hand sanitiser has risen sharply, reports say. Genevieve Adamo, a senior specialist in poisons information at the New South Wales PIC said more than 1,000 calls were received from February to the end of July. “There have been occasional cases where some kids have gotten very sick,” she told the Sydney Morning Herald newspaper, adding that the majority of cases were accidental. One six-year-old child needed intensive care treatment after ingesting four times the legal driving limit for an adult, said Dr Karen Zwi, a community paediatrician at Sydney Children’s Hospital Randwick. The child started slurring her words and vomiting, and had to be put on a ventilator after being rushed to hospital. "She is lucky to have survived,” Dr Zwi said. Adamo told the paper that a small lick of sanitiser would not do serious harm, but bottles should be kept out of the reach of small children in case they ingest more.

Subject: Rate of child virus infections 'increasing' in US

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/20 at 11:48 am

The rate of coronavirus infections in children has been rising in the US, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. "The number and rate of cases in children in the United States have been steadily increasing from March to July 2020," the CDC's updated guidelines read. The number of children infected with the virus is not known "due to lack of widespread testing and the prioritisation of testing for adults and those with severe illness", it adds. While the virus is far less dangerous for children, they are still at risk of developing serious symptoms, according to the CDC. It says: "The rate of hospitalization among children is low (8.0 per 100,000 population) compared with that in adults (164.5 per 100,000 population), but hospitalization rates in children are increasing."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 08/16/20 at 12:15 pm


I think the MTA really needs to make these buses social distance-proof cause this is no good when you're on a crowded bus during a pandemic and then more and more people get on as well and you're stuck in the same position like a sardine then you have people push you and sometimes they step on your shoes by accident.  ::)


Are they not limiting the number of passengers per bus? All companies here say one passenger per pair of seats unless from the same family and then once all possible seats are full the driver won’t let more passengers on.

https://www.arrivabus.co.uk/globalassets/image-galleries/coronavirus/new-web-assets-08.07/735875_arriva_on_board_social_distancing_sit_in_window_update_no_bleed.pdf

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/20 at 1:10 pm


Are they not limiting the number of passengers per bus? All companies here say one passenger per pair of seats unless from the same family and then once all possible seats are full the driver won’t let more passengers on.

https://www.arrivabus.co.uk/globalassets/image-galleries/coronavirus/new-web-assets-08.07/735875_arriva_on_board_social_distancing_sit_in_window_update_no_bleed.pdf
On the essential bus journey I had to take last week, one of the seats facing another were sealed off, and I originally had someone seating in front of me, we both had masks on.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases above 1,000 for sixth day in row

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/20 at 1:13 pm

The UK has recorded 1,040 new positive tests for Covid-19, according to government figures. It is the sixth day in a row that there have been more than 1,000 infections reported. A further five people were reported to have died within 28 days of testing positive. UK-wide death figures may not match the totals for the four nations, as they cover a different time scale and cover deaths in all settings.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/16/20 at 2:17 pm


Are they not limiting the number of passengers per bus? All companies here say one passenger per pair of seats unless from the same family and then once all possible seats are full the driver won’t let more passengers on.

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The entrance is taped off and that is meant for the elderly and or handicapped but other passengers can use the other seats but to get back to what you were saying about them limiting the number of people, I think The MTA was going to do something in regards to separating seats on the buses.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/16/20 at 2:18 pm


On the essential bus journey I had to take last week, one of the seats facing another were sealed off, and I originally had someone seating in front of me, we both had masks on.


If I have to take a sort of crowded bus so be it, I have to head home and don't feel like waiting.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/20 at 2:47 pm


If I have to take a sort of crowded bus so be it, I have to head home and don't feel like waiting.
Luckily for me, the bus only had two other people on it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 08/16/20 at 3:20 pm


If I have to take a sort of crowded bus so be it, I have to head home and don't feel like waiting.


In that case it is best to wear a mask and a face shield. I always double up on protection.

Subject: Coronavirus: Germany locates most of infected travellers after testing delay

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/20 at 3:27 pm

Authorities in the German state of Bavaria say they have tracked down the majority of people who tested positive for coronavirus after returning from abroad, following an outcry over delayed test results. In a statement, Bavaria's government said it had found 903 of the 949 people who tested positive out of a total of 44,000 travellers. The remaining 46 have yet to be located due to a lack of "suitable personal data". But authorities did not elaborate on what the problems were, or how the remaining 46 would be found. The tests were carried out at special centres - which have been open from late July - but some people have waited up to two weeks to receive their results, according to Reuters news agency. On Wednesday, Bavaria's Health Minister Melanie Huml said the main reason was that, until recently, data had been largely entered manually into spreadsheets. State premier Markus Söder has since apologised for mishap, and promised to hire extra staff to speed up the testing process. He said he has also twice rejected resignation offers from Huml.

Subject: Coronavirus: England's contact tracing app trial gets under way

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/16/20 at 4:28 pm

A trial of the English coronavirus app is getting under way. It will be limited to residents in the Isle of Wight, the London Borough of Newham and NHS volunteer responders to begin with. The app will be available in Apple and Google's online stores, but users will need to enter a code to activate it. The software will tell users to self-isolate for a fortnight if the app detects they have been close to someone else diagnosed with the virus. Baroness Dido Harding - who heads up the wider Test and Trace initiative - had earlier voiced concern about implementing the automated contact-tracing feature because of fears many people who had been falsely flagged might be told to go into quarantine.

Full report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-53765240

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 08/16/20 at 9:52 pm

People are still pouring into this area, probably trying to escape the virus hotspots but in reality they’re bringing it with them. North on a Sunday and traffic was backed up 1/3 the way across the bridge so about 2 miles. Any other year the road would be dead and you’d drive right up to the toll booth. Especially since all festivals and things have been cancelled. I even saw plates from Guatemala today. I fear being on the road if these people stay through the winter. I’ve lived here all of my 44 years and never seen it like this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/17/20 at 4:08 am


Luckily for me, the bus only had two other people on it.


My bus is usually crowded during some days.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/17/20 at 4:09 am


In that case it is best to wear a mask and a face shield. I always double up on protection.


Yes, I've been doing that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 80sfan on 08/18/20 at 12:48 am

I remembered by March of this year, Corona dominated the airwaves! Quarantine is depressing, but being that I am from the Midwest, the quarantine isn't as bad here.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India reports record daily jump in infections

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/20 at 3:13 am

India has reported a record daily increase of 69,672 coronavirus infections. The total number of cases in the country now stands at about 2.84 million, according to official data published on Thursday. A further 997 deaths were reported, taking the total number of fatalities to 53,886. India is behind only the US and Brazil in terms of numbers of confirmed coronavirus cases.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Europe sees surge in cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/20 at 3:18 am

Countries across Europe are reporting a surge in coronavirus cases, with several posting their highest figures in months:

# Spain reported 3,715 new infections in its daily count on Wednesday - the highest figure since the country came out of a strict lockdown in late June

# Italy reported 642 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday, marking its highest daily jump since late May

# Germany's daily figures on Thursday showed 1,707 new cases, in its highest toll since April

Several European countries have introduced travel restrictions in addition to measures on social distancing and mask-wearing in a bid to curb the spread of the virus.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Seoul bans gatherings of more than 10 people

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/20 at 4:21 am

Authorities in the South Korean capital, Seoul, have banned gatherings of more than 10 people after new cases of coronavirus reached a five-month high. The measure takes effect on Friday and will remain in place until the end of the month. The latest virus cluster originated in a church and has spread to over 100 facilities in greater Seoul. The conservative Sarang Jeil Church - whose members rallied in the city at the weekend - is highly critical of the South Korean government. They say they are being unfairly targeted and some are refusing to be tested for the virus.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Masks compulsory throughout French Riviera city

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/20 at 4:31 am

More than one in three French towns and cities have introduced rules on wearing masks in centres, markets or other busy areas, but the southern Riviera city of Nice has gone one step further. As of this morning, you'll now have to wear a mask anywhere outdoors in Nice. Another southern city, Toulouse, will have the same rule from Friday. Nice Mayor Christian Estrosi says he's made the decision "to limit too strong a spread, to remain consistent in our fight against Covid-19 and so there's no further doubt on where masks should be worn". Police have been handing out an increasing number of fines to people without face coverings and Mr Estrosi says the rate of transmission locally has risen from 1.2 to 6. France is seeing daily rates of infection as high as in May - yesterday it was almost 3,800 - and the area worst hit on the mainland is around Marseille with 85 people infected for every 100,000 inhabitants.

Subject: This isn't a 'second wave' - we're still in the first

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/20 at 9:35 am

Whenever there is a jump in cases, it does not take long for someone to start talking about a second wave. But the truth is we are still in the first wave in Europe. The wave is being suppressed, but it is still there. Where we see cases rising, it is more a case that the defences are being breached. What gets less attention is the fact that it is falling in some places too – Sweden and Portugal are both examples of this over the past month or so. It is also important to consider the context of the rise. Has it risen to a high level or just a higher level from a low base? And to what extent are the rises being caused by more testing? The more you look, the more you find. Certainly the numbers being tested is rising in many countries and that is certainly a factor. It means the rises seen in Germany, Italy and the UK for example are less concerning than those seen in Spain, France and Croatia. It is a very mixed picture across Europe, reflecting the fact countries are just at different points of the first wave or having varying degrees of success in keeping it at bay.

Subject: Northern Ireland health minister set to recommend new Covid-19 measures

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/20 at 11:05 am

Northern Ireland's health minister is expected to recommend a tightening of Covid-19 restrictions at a meeting of the NI Executive, currently under way. It is thought Robin Swann will recommend lowering the number of people allowed to meet indoors from 10 to six. It comes after a marked increase in the number of coronavirus cases in recent weeks. The Department of Health has confirmed 51 new positive cases of the virus in Northern Ireland, bringing the total to 6,556. No further deaths have been recorded by the department, meaning the death toll remains at 559. On Thursday, the head of the Public Health Agency said localised lockdowns were "practically inevitable".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK adds three more countries to quarantine list

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/20 at 11:13 am

Travellers coming to the UK from Croatia, Austria and Trinidad & Tobago will now need to quarantine for 14 days, the transport secretary has said. However people coming to the UK from Portugal, which was on the quarantine list, will no longer have to self-isolate after a fall in cases in the country.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/20 at 12:19 pm

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Subject: Coronavirus: Singing 'no more risky than talking'

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/20/20 at 1:25 pm

Singing does not produce substantially more respiratory particles than speaking at a similar volume, a study suggests. But it all depends on how loud a person is, according to the initial findings which are yet to be peer reviewed. The project, called Perform, looked at the amount of aerosols and droplets generated by performers. The findings could have implications for live indoor performances, which resumed in England this week. They are currently only allowed to take place under strict social distancing guidelines. Aerosols are tiny particles which are exhaled from the body and float in the air. There is emerging evidence that coronavirus can be spread through these particles, as well in droplets which fall onto surfaces and are then touched. Twenty-five professional performers of different genders, ethnicities, ages and backgrounds - musical theatre, opera, gospel, jazz and pop - took part in the study that was led by scientists at the University of Bristol.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-53853961

Subject: France: Virus cases spike to 4,700 in a day

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/21/20 at 1:17 am

France has reported a sharp rise in the number of coronavirus cases - 4,771 - up a thousand on Wednesday's figure. It is the first time more than 4,000 daily cases have been seen since May. Meanwhile Spain, Germany and Italy have also recorded their highest numbers of cases since late April or May. Many of the new Spanish cases are reportedly among the young, while German cases are said to be driven by a lack of social distancing and travellers returning from abroad.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 08/21/20 at 1:43 pm

I found out that my sister MAY have been exposed. My nephew's girlfriend's aunt tested positive and is asymptomatic. Sis told me that her family has had multiple family get-togethers-WITHOUT masks. Girlfriend goes to my sister's frequently to visit my nephew. Sis told me that she always gives the girlfriend a hug when she leaves. The girlfriend DID test negative but who knows how long from exposure to tasting positive.

I am really scared for my sister, brother-in-law, & nephew as well as the girlfriend (whom I have never met) and her family.


Cat 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/21/20 at 2:09 pm


I found out that my sister MAY have been exposed. My nephew's girlfriend's aunt tested positive and is asymptomatic. Sis told me that her family has had multiple family get-togethers-WITHOUT masks. Girlfriend goes to my sister's frequently to visit my nephew. Sis told me that she always gives the girlfriend a hug when she leaves. The girlfriend DID test negative but who knows how long from exposure to tasting positive.

I am really scared for my sister, brother-in-law, & nephew as well as the girlfriend (whom I have never met) and her family.


Cat


I'm sorry to hear that Cat. :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 08/23/20 at 1:17 pm


I found out that my sister MAY have been exposed. My nephew's girlfriend's aunt tested positive and is asymptomatic. Sis told me that her family has had multiple family get-togethers-WITHOUT masks. Girlfriend goes to my sister's frequently to visit my nephew. Sis told me that she always gives the girlfriend a hug when she leaves. The girlfriend DID test negative but who knows how long from exposure to tasting positive.

I am really scared for my sister, brother-in-law, & nephew as well as the girlfriend (whom I have never met) and her family.


Cat



Sis informed me that the aunt had a false positive test and when she took a blood test, it came out negative-which is good news but she doubts the family will take heed from this close call.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/20 at 4:13 am



Sis informed me that the aunt had a false positive test and when she took a blood test, it came out negative-which is good news but she doubts the family will take heed from this close call.


Cat
I trust all is well?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Go back to work if it's safe, says UK minister

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/20 at 4:14 am

As the UK government prepares an advertising blitz to encourage people back to work, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said staff at his own department were returning to the office in what he called a "gradual process". Speaking to the BBC, Shapps said that people should go back to their workplaces where it was safe to do so, adding that there were some things which were "impossible" to do remotely. "But I suspect we'll see more flexible working than we've seen in the past and it will be for employers and employees to work out the right balance in their particular cases." Speaking from his home, Shapps acknowledged the return of pupils to school and parents to work tended to "create pressures" on the public transport system. "We'll be watching those very carefully and looking to, for example, in some cases, to run additional services where we see those problems bubble up," he said. The government will launch a publicity campaign next week to promote the positives of returning to the workplace - amid a threat to thousands of jobs at sandwich shops and other retailers that rely on customers from city centre offices.

Subject: Leicester saw most virus deaths last month

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/20 at 5:02 am

New figures show the city of Leicester in the East Midlands - which was the first English city to reimpose lockdown restrictions - saw the most Covid-19 deaths of any local authority in England and Wales in July. Office for National Statistics data revealed 92% of local authorities saw fewer than 10 deaths each - with 71 areas seeing zero deaths in July. Just two saw more than 20 deaths that month - Leicester, with 24, and Ashford, Kent, with 21.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Germany's Merkel: Things will get worse

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/20 at 5:47 am

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has warned that the virus situation will become more challenging in the coming months, as winter approaches. "Some things are likely to be more difficult over the next few months than they are in the summer," she said at her annual summer press conference on Friday. "We have all enjoyed the freedoms and relative protection from aerosols in the summer, which is possible through life outdoors." She was referring to the micro-particles of the virus that are thought to spread through the air, especially in poorly-ventiliated indoor areas. It comes as German officials urge citizens to stop travelling to countries and regions deemed "high risk". As in many other European countries, infections have surged in Germany in recent weeks, though it is not as badly affected as Spain or France. A ban on major events has also been extended until the end of the year, and most states in Germany have agreed to introduce a €50 (£45) fine for people not wearing masks in places where it's mandatory.

Subject: Coronavirus): Gatwick says air travel recovery could take half a decade

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/20 at 6:27 am

London's Gatwick Airport has said demand for air travel might not return to pre-pandemic levels until 2025. It revealed losses of £321m in the first six months of this year due to the restrictions imposed to prevent the spread of coronavirus. Passenger numbers fell from 22.2 million to 7.5 million over the same period and the airport said in a statement that the recovery to pre-pandemic traffic levels "is forecast to be four to five years".

Subject: India's case numbers climb higher and higher

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/20 at 7:53 am

India has been steadily adding to its Covid-19 caseload - it has recorded more than 60,000 new cases every day for most of August. In the last 24 hours, it added 76,827 new cases, a record for this month. The total tally - nearly 3.4 million cases - is the third-highest in the world. Experts say the huge caseload is not unexpected given India's mammoth population of 1.3 billion people and the fact that the country has mostly reopened. They also believe that there will be no single peak as the pandemic spreads through different states. The death toll from the virus remains relatively low - about 61,700 deaths have been reported so far. But the figure puts India close behind Mexico, which currently has the world's third highest number of deaths from Covid-19.

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Subject: £10,000 illegal rave fines come into force in England and Wales

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/20 at 8:11 am

A bit more on the restrictions for parties as the UK gears up for the August bank holiday weekend. There are new fines in force of up to £10,000 for anyone organising an illegal rave or music event in England and Wales - or gatherings of more than 30 people - and you could be fined £100 for taking part. In London, 4,500 officers will be on duty over the bank holiday weekend as police expect a rise in the number of illegal events - but the Metropolitan Police Federation’s Ken Marsh has said the rules are hard to enforce. In Wales, people are also being urged not to overwhelm popular hotspots after police became aware of unlicensed music events being planned this weekend. And in Scotland, police have the power to break up house parties with more than 15 people from today, in a bid to reduce transmission of Covid-19. Health officials warned such gatherings could present "high-risk super-spreader environments".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK R number remains between 0.9 and 1.1

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/20 at 9:17 am

The R number – or reproduction rate – of coronavirus in the UK remains between 0.9 and 1.1, according to the latest government figures. It suggests the rate of infection is broadly stable or growing slightly. The government said the latest growth rate for the UK was between -2% and 1%. This means the number of new infections is somewhere between shrinking by 2% and growing by 1% every day.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/20 at 12:15 pm

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Subject: Coronavirus: Restrictions eased in parts of northern England

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/20 at 2:16 pm

Tightened restrictions to stop the spread of Covid-19 are to be eased in parts of north-west England, allowing more than a million people to mix in different households. From Wednesday rules will be relaxed in Bolton, Stockport, Trafford, Burnley, Hyndburn and parts of Bradford, Calderdale and Kirklees. Measures were imposed in those areas at the end of July amid a rise in cases. Current restrictions in Leicester will remain until a review on 11 September.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-53930746

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Protesters begin gathering in Berlin

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/20 at 7:44 am

Organisers are predicting around 22,000 people will be on Berlin's streets to protest against restrictions put in place to control the spread of Covid-19. A similar march several weeks ago attracted anti-vaccination campaigners, conspiracy theorists and self-described "free thinkers". It was broken up after protesters deliberately flouted safety regulations. Berlin authorities had banned this event from going ahead, fearing participants would not be able to keep a safe distance from each other. But a court sided with the organisers, saying there was no indication demonstrators would deliberately ignore social distancing guidelines. Some 3,000 police are being deployed, and authorities warn the march will be broken up "very quickly" if rules are violated. Although Germany has not so far seen the waves of cases seen in some parts of Europe, it does have a growing infection rate. New case numbers are reaching highs last seen in April.

Subject: Coronavirus: Bus journeys will be first challenge of new school year

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/20 at 3:46 am

Teachers in England and Wales have been preparing to welcome back children for the autumn term, putting in place coronavirus-safe measures. But with 17% of school journeys in England made by bus last year and public transport capacity limited by social distancing, is transport a weak link in plans for a safe return to the classrooms?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53894312

Subject: Coronavirus loss of smell: 'Meat tastes like petrol'

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/20 at 5:24 am

Losing the ability to smell or taste are two of the symptoms associated with Covid-19. But while many have regained their senses, for others it has turned into a phenomenon called parosmia, leaving them trapped in a world of distorted scents.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-53903804

Subject: Coronavirus: University return 'could spark Covid avalanche'

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/20 at 6:13 am

Universities in the UK are being urged to scrap plans for face-to-face teaching until Christmas in order to prevent a second wave of coronavirus. Academics' union UCU said more than a million students moving around the country was "a recipe for disaster". UCU leader Jo Grady said universities were not prepared and risked becoming the "care homes of the second wave". But university bosses say they have worked hard to plan for a safe return to all aspects of student life.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-53947488

Subject: India breaks global record for most cases in one day

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/20 at 6:59 am

As the global number of cases passes 25 million, India has set a new world record for the highest number of new infections reported in 24 hours. The country, which is the world's second most populous with 1.3 billion people, reported 78,761 cases in one day. It also reported 63,000 deaths from the virus since the pandemic began. India has now recorded 3.5 million cases in total, behind Brazil and the US. Officials say India's comparatively low rate of testing also means it is not capturing the full impact of the virus. "Testing per million in India at 30,000 remains the second lowest in top 10 (virus-infected) countries. Mexico is lowest at about 10,000," virologist Shahid Jameel told AFP news agency.

Subject: Australia police patrolling beaches as winter ends

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/20 at 9:23 am

The winter is coming to an end in Australia and warmer weather is encouraging more people to visit the beach for some sun. Authorities are patrolling areas predicted to be busy to enforce coronavirus restrictions. The country has recorded more than 25,000 infections and Sydney is feared to be a new hotspot. But in Victoria state, daily new infections dropped to below 100 for the first time since July. Beachgoers there have been told to keep at least one towel distance away from each other, and could be fined if they gather in groups of more than 20.

Subject: Re: Australia police patrolling beaches as winter ends

Written By: LyricBoy on 08/30/20 at 9:46 am

Beachgoers there have been told to keep at least one towel distance away from each other, and could be fined if they gather in groups of more than 20.


One towel wide, or one towel long? ???

Subject: Re: Australia police patrolling beaches as winter ends

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/20 at 10:01 am


One towel wide, or one towel long? ???
I would assume long, but beach towels do come in various sizes.

Subject: More than 500 people at illegal rave

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/20 at 10:51 am

More than 500 people are at a rave in a Norfolk forest, after new lockdown measures over illegal gatherings came into force. Police said it was "extremely disappointing to see" the unlicensed music event, which has been going on in Thetford Forest since about 23:20 BST Saturday. Officers found the rave, near the English Heritage site Grime's Graves, after a member of the public reported seeing large numbers of cars queuing to access a fire route. Assistant Chief Constable Nick Davison said it was "clear this is a well-established and planned event which is due to go on until tomorrow". "Coronavirus is still with us and continues to be a real threat so it's extremely disappointing to see these types of events taking place when the rest of our communities are doing everything they can to help stop the spread of the virus," he said. Since Friday police in England have been able to fine organisers of illegal gatherings of more than 30 people, such as raves, up to £10,000.

Subject: Coronavirus: Cases on Tui flight from Zante to Cardiff

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/20 at 11:56 am

All passengers who were on a flight to Wales from a Greek island have been told to self-isolate after some on board tested positive for coronavirus. Health officials say seven people from three different parties on Tui flight 6215 from Zante to Cardiff on Tuesday have tested positive for Covid-19. Public Health Wales (PHW) is contacting the estimated other 180 passengers. It comes as a group of people from Plymouth tested positive for the virus after returning from Zante on Monday. "Cardiff and Vale test, trace, protect and Public Health Wales have identified at least seven confirmed cases of Covid-19 from three different parties who were infectious on Tui flight 6215 from Zante to Cardiff on 25 August," said Giri Shankar of PHW.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-53966897

Subject: California to reopen select businesses on August 31

Written By: nally on 08/30/20 at 1:23 pm

The state of California is getting ready to reopen certain types of businesses that operate indoors, such as hair salons and indoor malls... but with restrictions. Certain counties, depending on population density, will have limitations on what they can reopen.

Subject: What's happening in the US?

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/20 at 3:20 am

The United States is approaching six million total coronavirus cases, according to Johns Hopkins University. It currently shows 5,996,431 confirmed infections and 183,066 deaths - the world's highest death toll. The milestone comes amid rising infections in some Midwestern states, including Iowa, North Dakota and South Dakota. However, across the US, the number of new cases to be reported daily has dropped since record levels in July.

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Subject: What's happening in the US?

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/20 at 3:20 am


The United States is approaching six million total coronavirus cases, according to Johns Hopkins University. It currently shows 5,996,431 confirmed infections and 183,066 deaths - the world's highest death toll. The milestone comes amid rising infections in some Midwestern states, including Iowa, North Dakota and South Dakota. However, across the US, the number of new cases to be reported daily has dropped since record levels in July.

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Please take good care out there!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK reports biggest single-day rise since 4 June

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/20 at 4:22 am

A further 1,715 confirmed cases of Covid-19 were recorded in the UK on Sunday, the biggest single-day rise since 4 June, government figures showed. One more person was confirmed dead with Covid-19 on Sunday, bringing the UK’s death toll to 41,499, the fifth-highest in the world. Coronavirus infections have been rising steadily in the UK since the start of July, raising fears of a second spike as autumn approaches. Health Secretary Matt Hancock has warned of a return of nationwide lockdown measures if infections spiral out of control. Though cases have been increasing, relatively few people have been admitted to hospital with the disease. As of Sunday, there were 764 people in hospital with the virus, including 60 in ventilator beds.

Subject: Coronavirus: 'Extend Eat Out to Help Out' - restaurant owner

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/20 at 5:30 am

The government's Eat Out to Help Out discount ends on Monday, having been praised by many of the restaurants, cafes and pubs it was designed to help. Businesses say the scheme - which gives diners 50% off, up to £10 - has successfully tempted more people to eat out again after lockdown was eased. Many want the scheme extended, with one restaurant owner saying the "biggest worry" will be in October and November. Research suggests trade on some days in August was twice last year's levels. The discount scheme - which ends today - has applied to sit-in meals and soft drinks, Monday to Wednesday throughout the month, with no limit to the number of times it could be used.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-53965975

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Wales rave organisers fined £10,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/20 at 6:03 am

The organisers behind a rural rave in south Wales have been fined £10,000 - days after tougher penalties for breaching Covid-19 regulations came into force. Police criticised the "irresponsible" actions of those at the unlicensed and illegal rave at Banwen near the Brecon Beacons on Sunday. They said officers would work through the night to move on the estimated 3,000 people who gathered for the rave from across the UK. Gatherings of more than 30 people outdoors remain illegal. South Wales Police issued fixed-penalty fines of £10,000 to two organisers of the rave. Rave organisers face a conviction with an unlimited fine, or a fixed penalty of £10,000, under new rules that came into force on Friday in Wales.

Subject: Australian man jailed for escaping quarantine through hotel window

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/20 at 6:36 am

An Australian man who used a ladder to repeatedly sneak out of his quarantine hotel to see his girlfriend has received a six-month jail sentence. He will spend one month in prison after the sentence was suspended. Yusuf Karakaya returned to Perth after a visit to Sydney at the end of July to visit a sick uncle, according to Australian media reporting court documents. He was ordered to quarantine for two weeks at the Mercure Hotel in Perth. But over three days he repeatedly escaped out of his hotel window and met an accomplice nearby who drove him away. CCTV showed the car had a ladder on its roof. At one point hotel staff had removed the ladder from the lane outside, but Karakaya and his friend replaced it with another. Karakaya was arrested hiding in a bedroom cupboard at his girlfriend's house, and told police it was her birthday and he would have been in trouble if he hadn't see her.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Russia's infection tally approaches 1 million

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/20 at 8:08 am

A further 4,993 people in Russia have been confirmed to have coronavirus in the past 24 hours, authorities in the country say. It brings the total number of cases to 995,319 - the fourth largest in the world. Russian officials have reported 17,176 deaths with Covid-19. Monday is the fifth day in a row that the country has reported a small increase in infections.

Subject: Notting Hill streets quiet as carnival streamed online

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/20 at 9:43 am

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This year's Notting Hill Carnival - normally one of Britain's biggest and loudest cultural events - is being held virtually for the first time in its 54-year history. Typically held over the August bank holiday weekend, this year's noisy, flamboyant parades are off the agenda, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. Instead, organisers are streaming acts to give people the carnival experience in their own homes. But the streets of west London were not without the odd glimpse of carnival colour.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Government figures show case rise of 1,406 in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/20 at 11:46 am

The latest government figures show that there have been 1,406 positive cases of coronavirus reported in the UK over the past 24 hours - a drop of nearly 300 cases on the previous day's figures. Sunday saw the number of daily recorded cases reach 1,715 - the highest since early June. There were a further two deaths with coronavirus recorded on Monday. Sunday saw just one death recorded in the previous 24 hours. Figures for Mondays tend to be lower however, due to a reporting lag over the weekend. Experts have suggested the rising case numbers, which have been climbing in the UK since July, may be the result of an increase in testing over recent weeks - meaning more people with the virus are being detected.

Subject: Coronavirus: 'Covidiots' criticised on Tui quarantine flight

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/20 at 2:15 pm

A flight from Zante which left nearly 200 people facing two weeks' self-isolation was a "debacle" and a "free-for-all", passengers say. One traveller said the Tui flight was full of "covidiots" and "inept crew who couldn't care less". Another claimed there "wasn't much" policing of rules. Sixteen passengers on flight TOM6215 from the Greek island to Cardiff have now tested positive. Tui said safety was a priority and it was concerned by the claims. "Our crew are trained to the highest standards," the airline said. "A full investigation is now under way as these concerns weren't reported during the flight or before today." The 193 passengers and crew who were on board the flight on 25 August are being asked to self-isolate for a fortnight. Health officials said seven people from three different parties are believed to have been potentially infectious on board the aircraft.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53970217

Subject: Coronavirus: US passes six million Covid-19 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/31/20 at 5:04 pm

The US has now surpassed six million cases of Covid-19 - almost a quarter of the world's total, according to data collated by Johns Hopkins University.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-53976793

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: US passes six million Covid-19 cases

Written By: nally on 08/31/20 at 5:46 pm


The US has now surpassed six million cases of Covid-19 - almost a quarter of the world's total, according to data collated by Johns Hopkins University.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-53976793

Very sad. :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Hong Kong begins mass testing amid criticism

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 5:15 am

Mass coronavirus testing in Hong Kong has started, under a new scheme backed by the Chinese government. But a number of pro-democracy leaders, fearing the mass collection of DNA by China, have called for a boycott. The voluntary mass testing is being conducted with the help of medical staff from mainland China. Since registration began on Saturday, more than 500,000 people have signed up to take the free tests, out of a population of 7.5 million. But a health workers union has criticised the effort saying focused tests would be a much better way forward. Authorities have dismissed the criticism as a smear campaign. They hope the universal testing effort will give an accurate picture of the spread and help to contain the pandemic. Hong Kong has so far managed to keep the virus at a comparatively low level with just under 5,000 confirmed infections.

Subject: Portugal return to quarantine list would cause 'chaos'

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 5:25 am

Holidaymakers will face "chaos and hardship" if coronavirus quarantine measures are reintroduced for those arriving to the UK from Portugal, a travel industry leader has warned.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-53980191

Subject: New face masks rules come into force in France

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 7:01 am

New rules on the wearing of face masks in workplace come into force in France. The government has been criticised on more than one occasion during this crisis, for confused messages on masks. According to one paper, the rules for wearing masks in offices are now more complicated than French grammar. Earlier this month, the employment ministry said face masks would be made systematic - that is "systematic", not "mandatory" - for all employees in shared workspaces, including corridors, meeting rooms and changing rooms. Now it has published detailed criteria for when employees can remove their masks, with different measures required in different parts of the country, depending on how widely coronavirus is circulating there.

Subject: Coronavirus: Jobs furlough scheme unwind gathers pace

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 7:05 am

Companies using the government's coronavirus furlough scheme are now having to contribute to workers' wages. Since March, the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme has paid 80% of the wages of workers placed on leave, up to a maximum of £2,500 a month. But now that is going down to 70%, with the employer paying 10%. The scheme is due to finish at the end of October and Chancellor Rishi Sunak has repeatedly ruled out an extension to it. Last month, he said it was "wrong to keep people trapped" in a situation where there was no realistic prospect of them having a job to go back to.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-53982422

Subject: Pupils lost three months of learning, teachers in England say

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 7:51 am

A survey of teachers and head teachers suggests that children in England are three months behind in their learning as a result of the lockdown. Researchers at the National Foundation of Educational Research said that a quick catch-up was unlikely, as schools face having to balance education with social distancing over the coming months. The 3,000 heads and teachers surveyed in about 2,200 schools said that the gap between rich and poor pupils had grown by almost half, and that boys were likely to be further behind. Teachers urged better planning for possible future lockdowns and called for more and better IT equipment for pupils and staff. More than a quarter of pupils (28%) were reported to have no access to a laptop or computer at home, with the researchers saying the government needed to be "much swifter" in providing technology.

Subject: Decision on delaying England's 2021 exams 'very soon'

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 7:58 am

Schools Minister Nick Gibb has also been on BBC Radio 4's Today programme, where he was asked about calls from the Labour Party and some teachers to delay next year's exams in England, giving students more time to prepare. He said that the education secretary had asked exams regulator Ofqual to consider the issue in July and a decision was due "very soon". Gibb also said the government had "nearly 150,000 computers in reserve in those circumstances where there might be a closure" of a school due to an outbreak of the virus. But he said "all schools are open" as term starts. The survey of teachers about students' lost learning in lockdown found that a quarter did not have the equipment for remote learning, equating to around two million pupils in England. About 200,000 laptops were distributed to schools during the lockdown.

Subject: Children go back to school in Wuhan

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 8:09 am

Nearly 1.4 million children in Wuhan, eastern China, have gone back to school or nursery in the city where the coronavirus pandemic started in December. The city accounted for nearly 80% of China's total deaths and endured nearly 11 weeks of lockdown from January.

Subject: Doctors in Nigeria's capital begin strike

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 8:33 am

Doctors in Nigeria's capital, Abuja, have begun an "indefinite" strike over the non-payment of what they call Covid-19 hazard allowances and other benefits since April. The Association of Resident Doctors said the authorities had failed to fulfil promised to staff working in coronavirus isolation and treatment centres as well as in hospitals. It said the strike comes after the authorities were given a 14-day ultimatum. The authorities have not yet commented. The doctors say they will not go back to work until their demands are met. Nigeria has so far confirmed 54,008 coronavirus cases with 41,638 recoveries and 1,013 deaths, according to the country’s Centre for Disease Control. Abuja is the second-worst hit city after the commercial hub, Lagos. But the country’s number of daily confirmed infections is beginning to decline.

Subject: Coronavirus cases in European holiday destinations

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 9:27 am

As we told you earlier quarantine measures could be reintroduced for people arriving to the UK from Portugal amid a rise in coronavirus cases there. As of 31 August Portugal had 21.1 cases per 100,000 people. Being above 20 per 100,000 is one of the key triggers for a UK quarantine to be imposed. The country was taken off the quarantine list as recently as 22 August. The graphic below shows how the number of cases in other European holiday destinations. Spain, Croatia and France are already on the UK list.

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Subject: Jamaica reggae star Toots Hibbert in intensive care

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 10:33 am

Toots Hibbert, the 77-year-old Jamaican frontman of reggae and ska group Toots and the Maytals, is in an intensive care unit in hospital with a possible coronavirus infection. In a statement, his family said the singer had had a Covid-19 test and was now awaiting the results. "The family would like to assure those concerned that he is making positive progress and is receiving the best possible treatment. "He is resting and in good spirits, and is showing signs of improvement by the hour," the statement said. Hibbert was taken to a private hospital in Jamaica's capital Kingston on Sunday following complaints of breathing difficulties, his manager was quoted as saying by the Jamaica Gleaner newspaper.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 11:16 am

The latest UK statistics on coronavirus cases and deaths have been published. They show that - as of Tuesday - a further three deaths have been recorded of people who died within 28 days of testing positive for coronavirus. It brings the total UK deaths to 41,504. Separate figures published by the UK's statistics agencies show there have now been 57,200 deaths registered in the UK where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate. A further 1,295 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus have also been recorded, bringing the total to 337,168.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Glasgow local restrictions announced

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 12:15 pm

Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said she is particularly concerned that the level of Covid is high in West Dunbartonshire, the City of Glasgow and East Renfrewshire. Ms Sturgeon points out transmission appears mainly to be happening inside people's homes and between households. She announces that from midnight tonight if you live in local authority areas of West Dunbartonshire, the City of Glasgow and East Renfrewshire, you should not host other people from other households in your home.

Subject: Coronavirus: About 15% of Scotland's population affected by the measures

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/20 at 1:24 pm

The restrictions in the west of Scotland will affect more than 800,000 people. This includes 633,120 people in Glasgow, 95,530 in East Renfrewshire and a further 88,930 in West Dunbartonshire.

Subject: South Korea surge in over 60s critical with Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/20 at 2:00 pm

South Korea is continuing to see a surge in the number of patients who are critically ill with Covid-19 - most of them aged over 60. As of midnight on Wednesday, 124 patients were in a serious or critical condition with Covid-19, health officials said. There was a rise of 20 cases from the previous day, and a marked increase from the nine cases on 18 August. The Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (KCDC) reported that nearly 87% of the patients were over the age of 60, an age group more vulnerable to the virus.

Subject: Silvio Berlusconi tests positive for coronavirus

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/20 at 2:43 pm

Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has tested positive for coronavirus, his staff said in a statement. Berlusconi, 83, is in isolation at his home in Arcore, near Milan, and will continue to work from there, the statement added.

Subject: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson: Actor and family had Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/20 at 2:28 am

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson says he and his family had all contracted Covid-19. The former wrestler, who is now the world's highest-paid actor, said he, his wife and two daughters caught the virus despite being "disciplined" about health protection. He said the positive tests were "a kick in the gut". Now, he added: "We're on the other end of it and no longer contagious. Thank God, we're healthy."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54008181

Subject: Europe infections back to March levels - EU

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/03/20 at 4:00 am

The numbers of coronavirus infections are back to levels seen in March when the virus gripped the continent, according to the head of the European Union's public health agency. "The virus has not been sleeping over the summer. It did not take vacation," Andrea Ammon said on Wednesday, according to Reuters news agency. Across Europe there are 46 cases per 100,000 people, she explained. In March there were 40 cases per 100,000, reaching around 70 per 100,000 by the end of April. New cases now mostly involve young people, but she says that re-opening of schools does not necessarily pose a risk.

Subject: Re: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson: Actor and family had Covid-19

Written By: LyricBoy on 09/03/20 at 5:22 am


Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson says he and his family had all contracted Covid-19. The former wrestler, who is now the world's highest-paid actor, said he, his wife and two daughters caught the virus despite being "disciplined" about health protection. He said the positive tests were "a kick in the gut". Now, he added: "We're on the other end of it and no longer contagious. Thank God, we're healthy."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54008181


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Subject: Re: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson: Actor and family had Covid-19

Written By: Howard on 09/03/20 at 7:57 am


Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson says he and his family had all contracted Covid-19. The former wrestler, who is now the world's highest-paid actor, said he, his wife and two daughters caught the virus despite being "disciplined" about health protection. He said the positive tests were "a kick in the gut". Now, he added: "We're on the other end of it and no longer contagious. Thank God, we're healthy."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54008181


That's good news. :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Henk on 09/03/20 at 10:20 am

As of today, I'm officially part of the statistics: I've had myself tested for Covid-19. I was feeling sniffly last Monday, so I decided to do the proper thing and stay home on Tuesday and request a test.
Now I'm anxiously awaiting the results, which should come to me within about 41 hours.

Of course, I could be just experiencing a common cold, but it's better to be safe than sorry.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 09/03/20 at 10:22 am


As of today, I'm officially part of the statistics: I've had myself tested for Covid-19. I was feeling sniffly last Monday, so I decided to do the proper thing and stay home on Tuesday and request a test.
Now I'm anxiously awaiting the results, which should come to me within about 41 hours.

Of course, I could be just experiencing a common cold, but it's better to be safe than sorry.


I hope you test negative or, if it is positive, you don’t suffer too much

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Henk on 09/03/20 at 10:31 am


I hope you test negative or, if it is positive, you don’t suffer too much


Of course I hope the same. At present, I'm feeling quite alright. I don't think I have (or have had) a temperature, so that's a good thing. My nose isn't running anymore, and the coughing has almost stopped.

In all, I * think * I'm safe. :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 09/03/20 at 12:52 pm


As of today, I'm officially part of the statistics: I've had myself tested for Covid-19. I was feeling sniffly last Monday, so I decided to do the proper thing and stay home on Tuesday and request a test.
Now I'm anxiously awaiting the results, which should come to me within about 41 hours.

Of course, I could be just experiencing a common cold, but it's better to be safe than sorry.



Fingers crossed. Please let us know the results.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 09/03/20 at 3:28 pm


Of course I hope the same. At present, I'm feeling quite alright. I don't think I have (or have had) a temperature, so that's a good thing. My nose isn't running anymore, and the coughing has almost stopped.

In all, I * think * I'm safe. :-\\


I'll keep my fingers crossed hopefully you'll feel better soon.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Henk on 09/04/20 at 7:04 am



Fingers crossed. Please let us know the results.


Cat



I'll keep my fingers crossed hopefully you'll feel better soon.


Thanks for the well wishes, guys! :)

I think they might have helped, because I received some very good news earlier today: I've tested negative for Covid-19.
So it WAS just a common cold after all... Such a relief! :D

Now back to the office on Monday. Not particularly looking forward to that, I must say... Working from home has its advantages. ;)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 09/04/20 at 7:31 am


Thanks for the well wishes, guys! :)

I think they might have helped, because I received some very good news earlier today: I've tested negative for Covid-19.
So it WAS just a common cold after all... Such a relief! :D

Now back to the office on Monday. Not particularly looking forward to that, I must say... Working from home has its advantages. ;)


Good News. :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/20 at 1:40 pm


Thanks for the well wishes, guys! :)

I think they might have helped, because I received some very good news earlier today: I've tested negative for Covid-19.
So it WAS just a common cold after all... Such a relief! :D

Now back to the office on Monday. Not particularly looking forward to that, I must say... Working from home has its advantages. ;)

That is excellent news, but still take good care and be safe.

Subject: Coronavirus case numbers 'remain unchanged' in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/20 at 1:41 pm

The level of coronavirus among the community in England remains "unchanged" for the week to 25 August, the Office for National Statistics suggests.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54025713

Subject: New UK daily cases highest since 30 May

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/04/20 at 3:55 pm

Some 1,940 new daily confirmed cases of Covid-19 have been recorded in the UK, the highest since 30 May, according to the latest government figures. Ten more people have died within 28 days of testing positive for coronavirus, the government said, bringing the total death toll in the UK to 41,537. The UK's testing capacity has increased since the peak of the outbreak earlier this year.

Subject: Re: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson: Actor and family had Covid-19

Written By: nally on 09/04/20 at 5:01 pm


Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson says he and his family had all contracted Covid-19. The former wrestler, who is now the world's highest-paid actor, said he, his wife and two daughters caught the virus despite being "disciplined" about health protection. He said the positive tests were "a kick in the gut". Now, he added: "We're on the other end of it and no longer contagious. Thank God, we're healthy."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54008181

Oh dear! :o I hope they're all ok now.

Subject: Re: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson: Actor and family had Covid-19

Written By: nally on 09/04/20 at 5:02 pm


As of today, I'm officially part of the statistics: I've had myself tested for Covid-19. I was feeling sniffly last Monday, so I decided to do the proper thing and stay home on Tuesday and request a test.
Now I'm anxiously awaiting the results, which should come to me within about 41 hours.

Of course, I could be just experiencing a common cold, but it's better to be safe than sorry.

A bit late on this, but I'm glad you took the right action.



Thanks for the well wishes, guys! :)

I think they might have helped, because I received some very good news earlier today: I've tested negative for Covid-19.
So it WAS just a common cold after all... Such a relief! :D

Now back to the office on Monday. Not particularly looking forward to that, I must say... Working from home has its advantages. ;)



Great news! O0

Subject: Portugal quarantine rules come into force

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/20 at 3:53 am

Travellers arriving in Scotland from Portugal will have to self-isolate for 14 days under new rules that came into force from 04:00 BST on Saturday. Scotland and Wales have added the country to their "quarantine list", while England and Northern Ireland have not.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Yesterday in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/20 at 5:00 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 09/05/20 at 6:58 am

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Subject: Blossoms bar closed for 'blatantly disregarding' social distancing

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/20 at 9:38 am

A bar has been ordered to shut for "blatantly disregarding" social distancing measures. Wolverhampton City Council said Blossoms in the city centre "regularly failed to identify and implement adequate control measures". Capacity levels at the venue in North Street have been "continually exceeded", the local authority added. The bar's licence holder also failed to co-operate with the police and the council, officers said. Officers at the council will work with the venue to "implement a scenario where the premises can safely reopen".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-birmingham-54030843

Subject: Coronavirus: Glasgow KFC branch closes after virus outbreak

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/20 at 10:58 am

A branch of KFC in Glasgow has been closed after six members of staff tested positive for coronavirus. The fast food restaurant on Pollokshaws Road has been shut for two weeks as a precaution, the company confirmed. All of the affected staff are currently self-isolating at home and KFC said it has been liaising with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. A notice posted on the window of the branch said it was currently closed due to a "technical issue". The outbreak comes after restrictions on movements were reintroduced in Glasgow on Wednesday after a spike in cases in the area.

Subject: Coronavirus: Civil servants 'must get back to offices quickly'

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/20 at 11:35 am

The government has urged Whitheall bosses to "move quickly" to get more staff back into the office. In a letter seen by the BBC, it says it is "strongly encouraging" attendance through rota systems, arguing this would be "hugely beneficial". The government says it wants 80% of civil servants to be able to attend their usual workplace at least once a week by the end of the month. But unions have described the government's attitude as outdated.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-54035770

Subject: Bolton coronavirus: Transport and social distance measures increased

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/05/20 at 1:10 pm

Tougher measures are being introduced in Bolton in an effort to stop coronavirus cases rising and prevent a full local lockdown. The infection rate in the area has risen to 99 cases per 100,000 people per week - the highest in England. Those aged between 18 and 49 account for more than 90% of cases. Announcing new measures affecting transport and social mixing, council bosses pleaded for "everyone in Bolton to play their part". Residents have been asked to only use public transport for essential purposes, which means travel to education, work, and essential matters such as hospital appointments. People have also been told not to mix with other households in any setting indoors or outdoors anywhere, except in their support bubble.

Subject: Coronavirus: Melbourne lockdown extended by two weeks

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/20 at 5:58 am

A strict lockdown in the Australian city of Melbourne has been extended by two weeks, with officials saying new Covid-19 cases had not dropped enough. Victoria State Premier Daniel Andrews said the restrictions would be in place until 28 September, with a slight relaxation. A gradual easing of the measures will be implemented from October. The state has been the epicentre of the country's second wave, accounting for 90% of Australia's 753 deaths. Australia has recorded a total of 26,000 cases in a population of 25 million. The greater Melbourne area entered a second lockdown on 9 July after a rise in cases. A 5km (3 mile) travel limit and night time curfew was imposed while shops and businesses were closed. The current stage four lockdown was originally set to end on 13 September.

Subject: Coronavirus: Tests 'could be picking up dead virus'

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/20 at 6:05 am

The main test used to diagnose coronavirus is so sensitive it could be picking up fragments of dead virus from old infections, scientists say. Most people are infectious only for about a week, but could test positive weeks afterwards. Researchers say this could be leading to an over-estimate of the current scale of the pandemic. But some experts say it is uncertain how a reliable test can be produced that doesn't risk missing cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54000629

Subject: Coronavirus: Further 2,988 cases confirmed in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/20 at 11:29 am

A further 2,988 cases of coronavirus have been reported in the UK in the past 24 hours, government data showed. It is the highest daily number of new cases since 22 May and a rise of 1,175 on Saturday's figure, according to the UK government's coronavirus dashboard. Scotland recorded 208 new cases on Sunday, its highest daily increase for more than 17 weeks. Two further deaths within 28 days of a positive test were recorded in the UK. Overall, 347,152 cases have been confirmed with 41,551 deaths recorded.

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Subject: Re: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson: Actor and family had Covid-19

Written By: Howard on 09/06/20 at 1:51 pm


Oh dear! :o I hope they're all ok now.


He's feeling a bit better as of late.

Subject: Coronavirus: India overtakes Brazil in Covid-19 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/20 at 2:15 am

India has recorded more than 90,000 new cases of Covid-19 in the past 24 hours, taking its total above that of Brazil. The country now has the second-largest number of confirmed cases in the world, 4,204,613. It has reported 71,642 deaths, the third-highest in the world. The surge in reported infections has mostly come from five states. The rise comes as the government continues to lift restrictions to try to boost an economy that lost millions of jobs when the virus hit in March. For the last seven days India's caseload has galloped, adding more than 75,000 daily infections per day.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-54023509

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Numbers on the rise in France

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/20 at 4:28 am

France’s health body, Sante Publique France, has confirmed 15,621 new cases of Covid-19 over the weekend (Saturday and Sunday). France hit a high of nearly 9,000 new cases on Friday.

Subject: Officials call for vigilance ahead of US public holiday

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/20 at 5:50 am

As the public holiday of Labor Day gets under way in the US, authorities have been warning people to be vigilant. The weekend before Labor Day is usually a time of huge social gatherings, with many Americans visiting beaches or meeting with friends and family. But against the backdrop of a pandemic, officials have said states in the Midwest may see an increased spread of coronavirus as people visit from harder-hit areas of the country. Dr Anthony Fauci, a top adviser in the White House's coronavirus task force, said North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Indiana and Illinois are particularly “at risk for surging”. “If we’re careless about it, then we could wind up with a surge following Labor Day,” he told Bloomberg. “It really depends on how we behave as a country.” America continues to be the worst-affected country in the world, in terms of infections numbers and deaths. But the outbreak has shown signs of abating, with hospitalisation rates falling in hotspots like Florida and California.

Subject: Coronavirus: Young people breaking rules risk ‘second wave’

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/20 at 5:54 am

The UK could see a second spike in coronavirus cases if young people don't follow social distancing rules, the health secretary says. A third of all cases in England last week were people aged between 20 and 29. "The numbers have been have been going up. And we've seen in other countries where this leads, and it is not a good place," Matt Hancock says. Students starting university this month is a "concern", he adds.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-54056771

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Young people breaking rules risk ‘second wave’

Written By: LyricBoy on 09/07/20 at 7:08 am


The UK could see a second spike in coronavirus cases if young people don't follow social distancing rules, the health secretary says. A third of all cases in England last week were people aged between 20 and 29. "The numbers have been have been going up. And we've seen in other countries where this leads, and it is not a good place," Matt Hancock says. Students starting university this month is a "concern", he adds.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-54056771


Here in the Colonies, West Virginia University, famous as a perennial winner of the America’s #1 Party School contest, just suspended 29 frat boys for violating coronavirus rules. Apparently somebody who tested positive for COVID then sponsored a frat party.

Subject: Re: Officials call for vigilance ahead of US public holiday

Written By: Howard on 09/07/20 at 7:41 am


As the public holiday of Labor Day gets under way in the US, authorities have been warning people to be vigilant. The weekend before Labor Day is usually a time of huge social gatherings, with many Americans visiting beaches or meeting with friends and family. But against the backdrop of a pandemic, officials have said states in the Midwest may see an increased spread of coronavirus as people visit from harder-hit areas of the country. Dr Anthony Fauci, a top adviser in the White House's coronavirus task force, said North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Missouri, Arkansas, Indiana and Illinois are particularly “at risk for surging”. “If we’re careless about it, then we could wind up with a surge following Labor Day,” he told Bloomberg. “It really depends on how we behave as a country.” America continues to be the worst-affected country in the world, in terms of infections numbers and deaths. But the outbreak has shown signs of abating, with hospitalisation rates falling in hotspots like Florida and California.



wear a mask, wash hands and social distance.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Hundreds to self-isolate after football outbreak

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/20 at 8:25 am

Up to 300 people who attended a charity football match in North East England are being told to self-isolate after 28 people tested positive for Covid-19. The event at Burnside Working Men's Club, on the border of Sunderland and Durham, took place on 30 August. Anyone who attended must self-isolate for 14 days from then. Durham County Council has been working with Sunderland City Council and Public Health England to manage the outbreak response.

Subject: Trend downwards in the Philippines?

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/20 at 8:28 am

The health ministry in the Philippines reported 1,383 new coronavirus infections on Monday - the lowest number of new daily cases in nearly eight weeks. A total of 3,890 people have died in the country with Covid-19. It has the largest number of coronavirus infections in south-east Asia, with 238,727 confirmed cases.

Subject: Sardinia becomes a focal point of Italy's outbreak

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/20 at 9:02 am

Costa Smeralda, a stretch of coast along the island of Sardinia, is known as a tourist hotspot for the wealthy and famous. But it has been drawing attention for different reasons - as a source of outbreaks in other parts of Italy. During recent weeks, around 800 infections in Lazio have been traced back to Costa Smeralda, particularly its nightclubs. Last week the area gained more publicity after former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi tested positive for coronavirus after returning from his villa on Costa Smeralda.

Subject: Coronavirus: Seven Greek islands added to England's quarantine list

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/20 at 9:57 am

Travellers to England from seven Greek islands will have to self-isolate for 14 days from 04:00 BST on Wednesday, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54061938

Subject: Denmark to limit further public gatherings

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/20 at 9:59 am

Denmark announced new limits on public gatherings in 18 municipalities, including the capital Copenhagen, after a recent spike in coronavirus cases. From Wednesday, the number of people allowed to gather will be lowered from 100 to 50. Restaurants, bars and cafes will also have their opening hours limited to midnight. Over 1,000 cases of Covid-19 have been reported in Denmark over the last week - the highest increase for months. Copenhagen has also seen a marked increase, with more than 190 cases since the beginning of this month.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK sees another daily rise of almost 3,000 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/20 at 10:34 am

The UK has recorded a further 2,948 coronavirus infections in the past 24 hours, pushing the total number of cases above 350,000, official figures have shown. Three more deaths linked to Covid-19 were also reported on Monday, taking the overall toll to 41,554 in the UK, according to the latest data. Coronavirus infections have risen markedly in recent days, after increasing at a steadier rate of about 1,000 a day for most of August. The rise has, in part, been attributed to an increase in testing capacity since the peak of the first wave of coronavirus earlier this year.

Subject: Spain becomes first western European nation to surpass 500,000 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/20 at 12:12 pm

Spain has reported 2,440 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours, as it became the first country in western Europe to record half a million infections. The country's ministry of health said 26,560 new infections had been registered since Friday - including Monday's rise. The increase has pushed Spain’s total number of infections to 525,549, up from 498,989 on Friday, the health ministry said. The ministry said another 98 deaths had been added to the official count, bringing the overall toll to 29,516. Spain managed to bring its initial outbreak under control earlier in the year, after a first wave that took a heavy toll on the country’s elderly population. But as lockdown restrictions were lifted in late June, infections rose from a few hundred a day to a new peak of over 10,000 recently. Cases have since decreased and, despite Monday's milestone, hospitals have had enough capacity to cope with Covid-19 patients and the death rate remains relatively low.

Subject: Lockdown restrictions extended in west of Scotland

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/20 at 12:18 pm

Coronavirus restrictions on home visits in the west of Scotland have been expanded to Renfrewshire and East Dunbartonshire after a rise in cases. The move comes the week after measures were re-imposed in Glasgow city, West Dunbartonshire and East Renfrewshire. The restrictions now apply to more than 1.1 million people living in the five council areas. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said acting quickly now could "stem the tide of transmission" in the area. But she has warned that there is a "definite trend" of rising case numbers across Scotland.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): France sees rise of 4,203 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/20 at 3:16 pm

France has recorded a rise of 4,203 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, an increase on the previous day's tally, the country's health ministry has said. Monday's rise brings the total number of cases in the country to 328,980, the third highest in Europe. The number of coronavirus-linked deaths also rose by 25 over the last 24 hours to 30,726. France is among a number of European countries that has seen a sharp rise in coronavirus cases in recent weeks, after lockdown restrictions were eased and testing for the disease was ramped up.

Subject: Coronavirus: Social gatherings above six banned in England from 14 September

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/20 at 4:05 am

Social gatherings of more than six people will be illegal in England from Monday - with some exemptions - amid a steep rise in coronavirus cases. The law change will ban larger groups meeting anywhere socially indoors or outdoors, the government said. But it will not apply to schools, workplaces or Covid-secure weddings, funerals and organised team sports. It will be enforced through a £100 fine if people fail to comply, doubling on each offence up to a maximum of £3,200. The new rules - which come into force on 14 September - mark a change to England's current guidance. At present, the guidance says two households of any size are allowed to meet indoors or outdoors, or up to six people from different households outdoors. Until now the police have had no powers to stop gatherings unless they exceeded 30.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54081131

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Written By: karen on 09/10/20 at 5:02 am


Social gatherings of more than six people will be illegal in England from Monday - with some exemptions - amid a steep rise in coronavirus cases. The law change will ban larger groups meeting anywhere socially indoors or outdoors, the government said. But it will not apply to schools, workplaces or Covid-secure weddings, funerals and organised team sports. It will be enforced through a £100 fine if people fail to comply, doubling on each offence up to a maximum of £3,200. The new rules - which come into force on 14 September - mark a change to England's current guidance. At present, the guidance says two households of any size are allowed to meet indoors or outdoors, or up to six people from different households outdoors. Until now the police have had no powers to stop gatherings unless they exceeded 30.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54081131


My dad turns 80 tomorrow and we are have a small socially distanced gathering in our garden. I was worried when they started talking about increasing restrictions again, so was glad when they said it starts on Monday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/20 at 5:31 am


My dad turns 80 tomorrow and we are have a small socially distanced gathering in our garden. I was worried when they started talking about increasing restrictions again, so was glad when they said it starts on Monday.
Happy birthday to you father.

We have a birthday celebration planned for Sunday, the day before the restrictions start.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Daily confirmed case rise in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/20 at 5:54 am

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India sets yet another daily infections record

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/20 at 6:33 am

India has confirmed another record number of daily infections as it recorded 95,735 new cases in the last 24 hours. But the latest spike comes amid a week which has been dotted with daily infections over 90,000, representative of just how large the caseload is becoming in India. The rising numbers are partly explained by states across the country actively ramping up their testing - more than one million tests are being carried out every day, according to the health ministry.

Subject: Maximum size of gatherings in Scotland also cut to six

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/20 at 7:07 am

The number of people allowed to meet up in Scotland has been cut to six amid concerns about the coronavirus pandemic "accelerating". The rule change was made as First Minister Nicola Sturgeon announced a "tightening and extension" of lockdown rules. Changes planned for later in September have been put back to October. It means that theatres, live music venues, indoor soft play facilities and indoor contact sports for people aged over 12 will not now open next Monday. It comes after UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson said on Wednesday that gatherings would be limited in England to no more than six people.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Lipstick sales plummet in France

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/20 at 8:31 am

France's makeup market has been hit hard by the pandemic, recording a 17% drop in sales since the start of the year, according to the information and data company Nielsen. Lipstick sales fell 75% during the lockdown period - perhaps unsurprisingly, because face masks have been mandatory in public places. However, many women are now focusing on eye makeup instead. The sales of mascaras, eye liners and eye shadows have now returned to the pre-crisis levels, Nielsen says. Analysts have suggested that, with the widespread use of face coverings, some people now feel that their eyes need to be more expressive and make a bigger impression. It's just one of the small ways in which the pandemic has changed daily life for many. Another side-effect of masks? Mask-induced acne, also known as "maskne".

Subject: Los Angeles advises against Trick or Treating

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/20 at 9:20 am

Los Angeles County has advised against Trick or Treating this upcoming Halloween. It had originally banned the practice of collecting sweets from local houses while in fancy dress, but the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health has now revised the plan so it is simply "not recommended". It advises against it “because it can be very difficult to maintain proper social distancing on porches and at front doors, ensure that everyone answering or coming to the door is appropriately masked to prevent disease spread and because sharing food is risky,” a release from the department said. People have been asked to find alternative ways of marking the day. Halloween parties or carnivals with non-household members are also banned, although car parades and film nights at drive-in venues are permitted. It comes as people in the UK are nervous about how Christmas will be celebrated. Newspapers such as The Independent have warned “Christmas celebrations are in jeopardy” following the re-introduction of restrictions on the numbers of people gathering in England.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Nineteen Sumo wrestlers test positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/20 at 9:51 am

The Japan Sumo Association says 19 wrestlers from the Tamanoi stable in Tokyo have tested positive, and now the entire 28-member team will miss the Autumn Grand Sumo Tournament starting this weekend, Kyodo News reports. However, tournament organisers say the 15-day event in the capital will go ahead as planned. In May, a 28-year-old Sumo wrestler died due to multiple organ failure caused by Covid-19, in what was the sport's first virus-related fatality.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records more than 2,000 cases for fifth day in a row

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/20 at 10:42 am

A further 2,919 people have tested positive for coronavirus in the UK - up from 2,659 on Wednesday and the fifth day in a row where cases have exceeded 2,000. It brings the total number of cases to 358,138. A further 14 deaths were recorded, within 28 days of a positive test, bringing the total number by this criteria to 41,608.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Portugal back on quarantine list for England

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/20 at 11:11 am

Travellers arriving in England from mainland Portugal will have to self-isolate for two weeks from Saturday, government announces.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54108049

Subject: Coronavirus: France sets daily record with almost 10,000 new cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/10/20 at 3:23 pm

France has recorded almost 10,000 new coronavirus cases in 24 hours, marking its highest single-day count since the start of the outbreak. Health authorities reported 9,843 new confirmed Covid-19 cases on Thursday, surpassing the previous daily record by almost 900. The figures were released on the eve of a key meeting of ministers and health experts about toughening measures. France has the seventh-highest Covid-19 death toll in the world. More than 30,800 people in the country have died of coronavirus. The number of patients in intensive care units in the country has also been rising in recent days. While hospital figures are still far from the peaks reached in April, there are concerns over the strain that rising infection rates could put on the health system.

Subject: Coronavirus app for England and Wales launching on 24 September

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/20 at 5:49 am

The Covid-19 app will be launched across England and Wales on 24 September, the Department of Health and Social Care says. It said trials in one of London's boroughs, as well as on the Isle of Wight and with NHS Volunteer Responders, show the app is "highly effective when used alongside traditional contact tracing to identify contacts of those who have tested positive for coronavirus". Health Secretary Matt Hancock described the app's launch as "a defining moment" and said it would help to contain the virus "at a critical time".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'Marked increase' in infections in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/20 at 7:24 am

There has been a "marked increase" in coronavirus infections in England in recent weeks, according to new estimates. Tests in thousands of households by the Office for National Statistics found a rise in positive tests among young people, but not in those over 50. Estimates suggest there were 3,200 new cases a day during the first week of September, compared to 2,000 the week before. People are tested whether they have symptoms or not. The study does not cover people staying in hospitals or care homes - only in the community.

Subject: Lockdown restrictions extended to Scotland's Lanarkshire

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/20 at 11:35 am

People living in the Scottish region of Lanarkshire will not be able to meet other households indoors from midnight on Friday. Similar measures are already in place in Glasgow, East and West Dunbartonshire, Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire. The extension to North and South Lanarkshire means the restrictions now cover more than 1.75 million people in the west of Scotland.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases rise by 3,539

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/11/20 at 11:37 am

A further 3,539 people have tested positive for coronavirus in the UK, figures released by the Department of Health and Social Care show. It is the sixth day in a row where daily cases have exceeded 2,000.  It takes the total number of UK cases to 361,677. A further six deaths have been recorded in those who had a positive coronavirus test in the last 28 days. This takes the death toll by this criteria to 41,608.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK's weekly Covid-19 deaths drop below 100 - ONS

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/20 at 6:23 am

Fewer than 100 coronavirus deaths in a week have been registered in the UK for the first time since March. A total of 8,996 deaths were registered in the UK in the week ending 4 September. That’s 1,403 below the five-year average and also down on the previous week by 1,341. Of the deaths registered, 83 mentioned Covid-19 on the death certificate - the lowest figure since the week of 13 March. It took five weeks in March and April for coronavirus deaths to rise from under 100 to their peak of nearly 9,500. The journey back down below 100 has taken nearly five months.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The Netherlands 'sees record daily rise'

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/20 at 9:20 am

The Netherlands has recorded its highest number of daily infections, with 1,379 in the past 24 hours, local media quoted the country's health body as saying. The previous record of 1,335 was recorded in April, although it is worth noting that testing in many countries has increased since the beginning of the pandemic. The number of weekly infections has increased by 9,914 in a week - or 85% - since the first week of September, the Volkskrant newspaper reported. Most cases have been reported in Amsterdam and The Hague.

Subject: Coronavirus: Warning over Test and Protect phone scam

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/20 at 9:46 am

Scammers pretending to work for the Test and Protect contact tracing service have been cold-calling people and demanding payment for tests. First Minister Nicola Sturgeon highlighted the emerging fraud during her daily media briefing. She said the crime was "truly and utterly despicable" and issued a reminder that Covid-19 tests were free. She added Test and Protect staff would never request financial information or attempt to secure payment for tests. They will only ask about people's movements and who they have been in contact with.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-54165392

Subject: In charts: UK coronavirus cases and deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/20 at 11:06 am

The latest daily figures for the number of coronavirus cases and deaths in the UK have just been published - here's a summary of the trends.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Entire Irish cabinet self-isolating

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/20 at 11:53 am

The Speaker of the Irish parliament has announced that all members of the cabinet in Dublin have to self-isolate. The Irish national broadcaster RTÉ is reporting that Health Minister Stephen Donnelly contacted his GP for a coronavirus test after feeling unwell this afternoon. The Speaker told parliament that following "very serious information arising out of events today, the cabinet must now self-isolate". Parliamentary proceedings have been adjourned.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India surpasses five million cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/20 at 1:56 am

The number of confirmed cases in India has surpassed five million, according to officials. India has the second highest number of cases in the world after the US. More than 80,000 people have died. The death rate is lower than in many countries with a high caseload. India’s rise in infections comes as the government continues to lift restrictions to try and boost the economy. Gyms are the latest to reopen, while schools, colleges and cinema halls remain shut.

Subject: Melbourne records 14-day average case total of less than 50

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/20 at 2:05 am

The Australian city of Melbourne has recorded a 14-day case average total of less than 50. That's for its entire population of nearly 5m. The current total means the city has met the benchmark set by authorities to begin a phased reopening. However this figure will need to stay under 50 on 28 September for the easing to be given the go-ahead. Melbourne was placed under lockdown for a second time in July after a steep rise in cases. If the average daily case total remains under 50, construction sites, manufacturing plants, warehouses and childcare facilities will be able to reopen. However a curfew will remain in place and people will only be allowed to move in a 5km (3 mile) radius around their home. Victoria state, where Melbourne is located, currently has less than 1,000 active cases. The state has recorded 737 deaths since the pandemic began.

Subject: Vendors exposed selling bleach as Covid-19 remedy

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/20 at 4:22 am

London-based suppliers have been selling bleach as a remedy for coronavirus during the pandemic, a BBC investigation has found. Secret recordings of two sellers revealed potentially dangerous mixtures were being touted as a way to treat people with Covid-19. One claimed her sales had increased following comments made by US President Donald Trump about the potential use of disinfectant as a treatment. She told the BBC her "health-related products" did not cause harm.

Subject: Second county in Wales to go into lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/20 at 7:18 am

A second county in Wales will go into lockdown because of the rate of coronavirus cases. People living in Rhondda Cynon Taff will have restrictions imposed on their daily lives. From 18:00 BST on Thursday, people will not be able to enter or leave the area without a reasonable excuse, such as travel for work or education.

Subject: What has the pandemic cost world football?

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/20 at 9:30 am

Disruptions to tournaments and empty stadiums have had an effect on football associations around the world - and now a cost has been put on it by the world football governing body FIFA. It says the pandemic is likely to cost world football some $14bn (£10bn) - about a third of its estimated value. Senior FIFA official Olli Rehn said clubs and member associations in Europe have had the biggest hit in absolute terms but associations in South America have suffered the most. Rehn warned that the pandemic would also have an impact next year as well. FIFA has set up a $1.5bn relief fund to help member associations with grants and interest free loans.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Nearly 4,000 new coronavirus cases in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/20 at 11:25 am

There have been nearly 4,000 new cases of coronavirus in the UK in the past 24 hours. The number of people who tested positive rose by 3,991, taking the total number of cases in the UK to 378,219. In addition, there has been a further 20 coronavirus deaths of people who died within 28 days of positive test.

Subject: Coronavirus: Second national lockdown would be 'disastrous', PM says

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/20 at 12:20 pm

A second national lockdown would be likely to have "disastrous" financial consequences for the UK, the prime minister has said. Appearing at a committee of MPs, Boris Johnson said the government was doing "everything in our power" to prevent another nationwide lockdown. This was why new restrictions - such as the "rule of six" - were necessary to "defeat" the disease, he said. The PM also admitted there was not enough testing capacity. Earlier, he blamed a "colossal spike" in demand for ongoing problems in accessing tests and results being delayed.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus cases rise by 3,395

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/20 at 12:08 pm

Coronavirus cases in the UK have risen by 3,395, government figures show. That is down from the 3,991 cases recorded yesterday. It takes the total number of cases to 381,614. A further 21 people who had a positive coronavirus test in the last 28 days have died.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus cases rise by 3,395

Written By: nally on 09/17/20 at 12:40 pm


Coronavirus cases in the UK have risen by 3,395, government figures show. That is down from the 3,991 cases recorded yesterday. It takes the total number of cases to 381,614. A further 21 people who had a positive coronavirus test in the last 28 days have died.
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Subject: Global coronavirus infections top 30 million

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 12:39 am

The number of confirmed coronavirus cases across the globe has surpassed 30 million, according to figures by America's Johns Hopkins University. More than 940,000 have died with Covid-19 since the outbreak began in China late last year. The worst hit nations are the US, India and Brazil, but there is a renewed spike in infections across Europe. Many northern hemisphere countries are now bracing for a second wave of the pandemic as winter approaches.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-54199825

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Rise in UK infections 'a real concern'

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 2:48 am

A leading epidemiologist says the rising number of infections in the UK is a "real concern". Dame Anne Johnson, of University College London, told BBC Radio 4's Today programme that while a rise had been anticipated, it was happening at a "rather faster rate" than hoped. Data shows people are having a larger number of contacts than expected. The main concern is the "speed of the rate of increase" and the need to suppress that before it hits "more vulnerable communities", she said. There are "clearly problems" with testing, she added, even though we are able to test more than during the peak earlier this year. "We must have a robust testing programme, but testing in its own right... does not prevent infection," she said, stressing the need to reduce the number of close contacts, maintain social distancing and strictly practise hygiene measures like hand washing.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 3:07 am


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Subject: Czech cases in one day almost equal to whole of March

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 3:49 am

The 3,130 new infections recorded in the Czech Republic on Thursday are almost as many as for the whole month of March - and officials are warning of the risk of an exponential increase. Face masks are mandatory in schools from today (20% of new infections are in school-aged children) and authorities warn new measures - due to be announced today - could be introduced quickly to flatten the curve. A new version of the much-criticised contact tracing app e-Rouska is also being launched today. The original version didn't work on iPhones and drained battery life. The government of PM Andrej Babis is facing severe criticism for watering down planned restrictions that were due to come into force on 1 September. In the end they were introduced anyway 10 days later, but critics say this was too late and these numbers are the result.

Subject: Coronavirus: London's New Year's Eve fireworks cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 6:07 am

London's New Year's Eve fireworks have been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic, the mayor has revealed. About 100,000 people normally pack the streets around Victoria Embankment for the annual event. However, Sadiq Khan told LBC that "we simply can't afford to have numbers of people congregating". He said they were instead "working on something people can enjoy in the comfort and safety of their living rooms on TV".

Subject: New restrictions in North West, Midlands and West Yorkshire

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 6:41 am

Tighter restrictions will come into force in Lancashire, Merseyside, parts of the Midlands and West Yorkshire after significant increases in Covid-19 cases, the government has said. The new rules ban separate households from meeting each other at home or in private gardens. Pubs and restaurants must also shut early in parts of Lancashire and Merseyside. The measures will come into force from Tuesday.
The government said Lancashire (excluding Blackpool), Merseyside, Warrington and Halton had been escalated to "areas of intervention" after a "major increase" in cases. Here, residents will not be allowed to socialise outside their households in homes and gardens, hospitality will be restricted to table service only and pubs and restaurants will have to shut between 22:00 and 05:00. Residents are also advised only to use public transport for "essential purposes". New restrictions are also being put in place in Wolverhampton, Oadby and Wigston in Leicestershire, and parts of Bradford, Kirklees and Calderdale.

Subject: Israel goes into second lockdown as new year begins

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 8:46 am

The Jewish new year, Rosh Hashanah, is traditionally a time for big, festive get-togethers, but a new Covid-19 lockdown means celebrations in Israel will be muted. Under the new restrictions, Israelis must stay within 1km (0.6 miles) of their homes – but can commute to work, do essential shopping and exercise outdoors. Social distancing rules greatly restrict numbers allowed in synagogues. "It’s a remarkable time of the year, the most exceptional time in the Jewish calendar," says Rabbi Yehoshua Pfeffer in Jerusalem. "But people are not going to be able to pray in their usual prayer areas. They won't be able to be with family." With new Covid-19 cases in Israel reaching over 6,000 - a record high - on Thursday, it has one of the highest infection rates in the world. Few dispute the need for a tougher approach, but there is frustration about how the government has handled the crisis. Unemployment has rocketed and many businesses are failing. Moshe Shrefler’s popular restaurant in Mahane Yehuda market was empty just before the lockdown began. It has recently seen a 70% drop in business. "In this closure I hope they’re going to end this story once and for all," he says. But mum of baby twins, Shiran Ben Yossi, has just lost her job and is less optimistic. "It’s going to be very hard," she says. "I’m afraid it didn’t work the first time and it won’t work the second time."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Denmark limits public gatherings

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 10:01 am

Denmark has become the latest European country to introduce new restrictions following a rise in infections. The numbers allowed to attend public gatherings will be lowered from 100 to 50, Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced on Friday. Bars and restaurants will also be ordered to close early. According to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, the cumulative number of cases per 100,000 people in Denmark over the past two weeks has risen to 69.2 - far higher than its neighbours Germany (24.3) and Sweden (30.3).

Subject: Dutch cases reach record high for fourth day in a row

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 10:43 am

The Netherlands has seen its fourth consecutive day of record coronavirus case numbers, data published by the country's health authorities shows. More than 1,970 new infections were recorded on Friday, up from 1,753 the previous day. The Dutch government is expected to announce new coronavirus measures later, including restrictions on the numbers allowed to attend social gatherings and limits to the opening times of bars and cafes. The country has recorded a total of 90.2 cases per 100,000, compared to 61.8 in the UK, in the last 14 days.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records further 4,322 coronavirus cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 11:36 am

A further 4,322 coronavirus cases and 27 deaths have been reported in the UK, according to the government's daily figures. This is the highest number of cases reported since 8 May, when there were 4,649 cases.

Subject: Coronavirus is no longer a local problem in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 11:46 am

The government's scientific advisers are clear coronavirus is no longer a local problem contained to hotspots. Instead the rise in cases is now "widespread" across the UK. Cases may be doubling every week, but they were quadrupling every week before lockdown and cases are currently at much lower levels than at the peak. But the concern is where we are heading - it's a question of trajectory. If cases continue to double every week then the situation can rapidly get out of hand, that is why the government is contemplating a "circuit break" to control the spread. But this is not just a question of government action, there is a responsibility on all of us. Sage documents also say only one in five people are fully self-isolating at home when they get symptoms.

Subject: Boris Johnson: UK 'seeing start of second wave'

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 12:19 pm

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said the UK is "seeing the start of a second wave coming in" of Covid-19 infections. Speaking in Oxfordshire, Mr Johnson said it had been "inevitable" the UK would see a rise in cases. "I don't want to go into bigger lockdown measures at all," he said, but added: "Clearly when you look at what is happening you've got to wonder whether we need to go further than the rule of six that we brought in." The UK PM said a second lockdown is the "last thing anybody wants" but said the current measures would need to be kept "under review". His comments come after the government's scientific advisers said there is now widespread growth of the virus across the UK.

Subject: Covid symptoms: Is it a cold, flu or coronavirus?

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/18/20 at 12:31 pm

Colds, flu and Covid-19 are caused by different viruses, but can have similar symptoms.

It can be hard to judge which one you may have.

Most people who feel ill with coronavirus will have at least one of the key symptoms:


a high temperature
a new, continuous cough
a loss or change to their sense of smell or taste


So what do you need to know about other things you may catch in the coming months?

Full report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54145299

Subject: Re: Covid symptoms: Is it a cold, flu or coronavirus?

Written By: Howard on 09/18/20 at 2:06 pm


Colds, flu and Covid-19 are caused by different viruses, but can have similar symptoms.

It can be hard to judge which one you may have.

Most people who feel ill with coronavirus will have at least one of the key symptoms:


a high temperature
a new, continuous cough
a loss or change to their sense of smell or taste


So what do you need to know about other things you may catch in the coming months?

Full report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54145299


You know I've had colds in the past that lasted a few days but nothing that had a high temperature, I've had bouts of sneezing & green mucus but that's basically it.

Subject: Covid restrictions in London 'increasingly likely'

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/19/20 at 2:51 am

Measures to slow the spread of Covid-19 in London are becoming "increasingly likely", its mayor has said. Sadiq Khan made the announcement after holding an emergency meeting with London council leaders, the government and Public Health England. He said he was extremely concerned by evidence of the accelerating speed with which coronavirus was spreading in the city. It comes amid warnings of a "second wave" of the virus across the UK. Mr Khan said the situation was being made worse by uncertainty over the lack of testing capacity in the capital.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-54209800

Subject: UK: Follow Covid rules or they will get tougher

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/20 at 6:54 am

Covid restrictions in England will get tougher if rules are not followed, Matt Hancock has warned, as the government introduces £10,000 fines for people who fail to self-isolate. The health secretary told the BBC's Andrew Marr show the country was facing a "tipping point and we have a choice". "If everybody follows the rules then we can avoid further national lockdown." The prime minister is understood to be considering a ban on households mixing, and reducing opening hours for pubs. Asked if England could face another national lockdown, Mr Hancock said: "I don't rule it out, I don't want to see it."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Notting Hill Carnival to be held online

Written By: nally on 09/20/20 at 3:09 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/9/18/2a5e6ab4-cf18-4937-a8d1-8a5dc7290a84.png

I see that. Each vertical bar in that graph represents the daily totals for new cases and deaths. The curve seems to be leveling off a bit in both graphs. The daily number of deaths (red graph) seems to be hovering around a thousand, but add 'em all up and it's coming close to 200K. (That is, the cumulative total, over the past half-year.) :o

Subject: Covid: UK coronavirus alert level moving to 4

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/20 at 12:48 pm

The UK's coronavirus alert level is being upgraded from 3 to 4, meaning transmission is "high or rising exponentially", its chief medical officers have said. It comes after the government's scientific adviser warned there could be 50,000 new coronavirus cases a day by mid-October without further action. The prime minister will make a statement in the Commons on Tuesday. On Monday, a further 4,368 daily cases were reported in the UK, up from 3,899. A further 11 people have also died within 28 days of getting a positive test, although these figures tend to be lower over the weekend and on Mondays due to reporting delays.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54241580

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 09/21/20 at 8:27 pm

My niece just picked up covid while downstate at college. She doesn’t get out much and does online classes so it would have come from her roommate. She was planning on coming home soon but not now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 1:07 am


My niece just picked up covid while downstate at college. She doesn’t get out much and does online classes so it would have come from her roommate. She was planning on coming home soon but not now.
Oh dear, and you have to be careful too?

Subject: Flu jab 'more important than ever' this winter

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 1:07 am

People are being advised to get a flu jab to help protect against the "double danger" of flu and coronavirus. Research shows people can catch both diseases at the same time, with serious and sometimes deadly consequences. More people are being offered a free flu vaccine this year - anyone over 50 in England is eligible. A vaccine for coronavirus is not available yet and experts are worried the UK could see the virus rip through the population this winter.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54233515

Subject: Covid: Pubs and restaurants in England to have 10pm closing times

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 1:21 am

All pubs, bars, restaurants and other hospitality venues in England must have a 22:00 closing time from Thursday, to help curb the spread of coronavirus. The sector will also be restricted by law to table service only. The measures will be set out by the prime minister in the Commons before he addresses the nation in a live broadcast at 20:00 BST on Tuesday. It comes as the UK's Covid-19 alert level moved to 4, meaning transmission is "high or rising exponentially". Boris Johnson is also expected to stress the need for people to follow social distancing guidelines, wear face coverings and wash their hands regularly. And, according to newspaper reports, he will urge people to work from home where it does not negatively impact businesses.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Panic buying again

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 1:24 am

It has been report in the press with the expected second lockdown panic buying has hit the supermarkets again, with the excessive purchasing of toilet rolls, bottled water and pasta.

Subject: Mexico passes 700,000 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 2:17 am

More than 700,000 people in Mexico have now been infected with coronavirus, according to official statistics, but the deputy health minister has warned that the true number is much higher. But Hugo Lopez-Gatell also said that the pace of the pandemic was slowing. "We now have eight consecutive weeks of a falling (caseload)," he said on Monday. The official death toll now stands at 73,697 people. Latin America is the hardest-hit region, with around 8.7 million cases reported and 322,000 deaths. Peru, Colombia and Brazil have seen large outbreaks. Argentina broke its record last week for daily rises in cases after it reported almost 13,000 in one day.

Subject: Coronavirus: Plans for fans to return to sport events in October called off

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 4:28 am

Plans for fans to return to watch live sport events in England from 1 October will not go ahead, says cabinet office minister Michael Gove. The plans were placed under review earlier this month after a rise in coronavirus cases, with pilot events restricted to 1,000 people. The UK's Covid-19 alert level has moved to 4, meaning transmission is "high or rising exponentially". New measures will be set out by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Tuesday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/54246745

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Work from home if you can

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 5:58 am

Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove is doing the media rounds ahead of the Boris Johnson Commons statement we're expecting later. On the BBC's Breakfast, he explained the reasons behind the latest measures affecting the hospitality sector, saying "we are trying to strike a balance". "Nobody wants to take these steps. They are not taken with relish by anyone." He pointed out there would be further measures announced by the PM, but stressed schools should remain open. In a shift from recent messaging to try to get workers back into their offices and workplaces, Mr Gove said: "If you can work from home, do." Asked how long the new measures would last, he said if we could succeed in beating back the virus, the measures could be relaxed. "We are going to have a challenging six months," he said.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 09/22/20 at 7:55 am


My niece just picked up covid while downstate at college. She doesn’t get out much and does online classes so it would have come from her roommate. She was planning on coming home soon but not now.


Sorry to hear that.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 8:34 am


All pubs, bars, restaurants and other hospitality venues in England must have a 22:00 closing time from Thursday, to help curb the spread of coronavirus. The sector will also be restricted by law to table service only. The measures will be set out by the prime minister in the Commons before he addresses the nation in a live broadcast at 20:00 BST on Tuesday. It comes as the UK's Covid-19 alert level moved to 4, meaning transmission is "high or rising exponentially". Boris Johnson is also expected to stress the need for people to follow social distancing guidelines, wear face coverings and wash their hands regularly. And, according to newspaper reports, he will urge people to work from home where it does not negatively impact businesses.
PM Boris Johnson says new Covid restrictions for England could last six months

Subject: Covid rules: What are the new coronavirus restrictions in the UK?

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 9:20 am

The prime minister has announced a series of new restrictions to try to stop the spread of coronavirus in England. Boris Johnson said the new measures would probably stay in place for the next six months.

What are the latest changes in England?

*Pubs, bars and restaurants to close at 22:00 BST

*They will also be restricted to table service only

*People should work from home wherever possible

*Face masks compulsory for bar staff and non-seated customers, shop workers, waiters and taxi drivers

*Limit on guests at weddings reduced from 30 to 15

*Plans to allow fans to return to sporting events paused

*"Rule of six" now applies indoor team sports

*Fines for not wearing masks or following rules increased to £200 for first offence

Full report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-52530518

Subject: Number of confirmed cases passes 400,000 in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 10:58 am

The number of people who have tested positive for coronavirus has passed 400,000 after 4,926 cases were confirmed as of 09:00 BST on Tuesday. It takes the overall confirmed cases to 403,551. A further 37 people died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19, bringing the UK total to 41,825.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US death toll passes 200,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 12:00 pm

President Donald Trump said in March that if deaths from coronavirus remained under 200,000 then the US would have done a "very good job". Tuesday saw the country reach that death toll, according to data from Johns Hopkins University (JHU). More than 6.8 million people are known to have been infected in the US, more than in any other country. The milestone comes amid an increase in cases in a number of states, including North Dakota and Utah.

Subject: Re: Flu jab 'more important than ever' this winter

Written By: nally on 09/22/20 at 12:20 pm


People are being advised to get a flu jab to help protect against the "double danger" of flu and coronavirus. Research shows people can catch both diseases at the same time, with serious and sometimes deadly consequences. More people are being offered a free flu vaccine this year - anyone over 50 in England is eligible. A vaccine for coronavirus is not available yet and experts are worried the UK could see the virus rip through the population this winter.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54233515

I called my doctor's office a week or so ago to ask about when I can get one, and they said it wouldn't be available until the week of the 28th, which is now next week. The sooner I can get it, the better.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 12:35 pm


I called my doctor's office a week or so ago to ask about when I can get one, and they said it wouldn't be available until the week of the 28th, which is now next week. The sooner I can get it, the better.
I have been requested by my doctor for what would be a regular blood test that I have not had since before last March, and it has been arranged to give me a flu jab at the same time on my one visit to the doctor surgery, so it will be in one arm and out of the other.

Subject: Re: Flu jab 'more important than ever' this winter

Written By: nally on 09/22/20 at 12:38 pm


I have been requested by my doctor for what would be a regular blood test that I have not had since before last March, and it has been arranged to give me a flu jab at the same time on my one visit to the doctor surgery, so it will be in one arm and out of the other.

I just know that last year, I waited too long to get mine, and I regretted doing so, because I ended up catching influenza anyway. :-[ This is why I want to get it done ASAP this year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/20 at 12:40 pm


I just know that last year, I waited too long to get mine, and I regretted doing so, because I ended up catching influenza anyway. :-[ This is why I want to get it done ASAP this year.
A flu jab is a must for me, but flu comes and goes, even last week I had flu, there must be different strains floating around.

Subject: Re: Flu jab 'more important than ever' this winter

Written By: nally on 09/22/20 at 12:44 pm


A flu jab is a must for me, but flu comes and goes, even last week I had flu, there must be different strains floating around.

Possibly so. When I got mine last year, it was too late, and the shot had essentially no time to take effect.

Subject: Re: Flu jab 'more important than ever' this winter

Written By: Howard on 09/22/20 at 1:49 pm


I called my doctor's office a week or so ago to ask about when I can get one, and they said it wouldn't be available until the week of the 28th, which is now next week. The sooner I can get it, the better.


I got mine at a local CVS and wow did that hurt!  :o

Subject: Re: Flu jab 'more important than ever' this winter

Written By: Howard on 09/22/20 at 1:50 pm


I just know that last year, I waited too long to get mine, and I regretted doing so, because I ended up catching influenza anyway. :-[ This is why I want to get it done ASAP this year.


I haven't had the flu in so many years so I am pretty lucky.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US death toll passes 200,000

Written By: nally on 09/22/20 at 3:33 pm


I haven't had the flu in so many years so I am pretty lucky.

Neither had I, until last November. My dad had gotten it, then passed it on to my mom...and I inevitably caught it from them. Fortunately we were all prescribed a Tamiflu antibiotic to get rid of it in a few days' time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US death toll passes 200,000

Written By: wagonman76 on 09/22/20 at 3:58 pm


Neither had I, until last November. My dad had gotten it, then passed it on to my mom...and I inevitably caught it from them. Fortunately we were all prescribed a Tamiflu antibiotic to get rid of it in a few days' time.


Same here. But after my last major surgery 2 years ago, I caught something every time I left the house. So I got mine a couple weeks ago I think.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/20 at 1:28 am


I have been requested by my doctor for what would be a regular blood test that I have not had since before last March, and it has been arranged to give me a flu jab at the same time on my one visit to the doctor surgery, so it will be in one arm and out of the other.
As appointments are limited to request to come at my doctor's surgery, a face mask must be worn, but I have the vision of sticking my arm through a window for the flu jab and blood test.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK facing 'difficult winter'

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/20 at 1:32 am

Six months after lockdown was imposed, the country must "summon discipline, resolve and a spirit of togetherness" to get through a second battle against coronavirus. That was the message from Boris Johnson on Tuesday night. He said there had been "too many breaches" of the rules which were leading to a surge in infections, and therefore, new restrictions were needed - here they are in full. The PM warned he'd have to get "tougher" if they were ignored or not effective, but health correspondent Nick Triggle says that's being weighed against the recognition within government that the public is tiring of the fight.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/624/cpsprodpb/D698/production/_114563945_uk_daily_cases_with_ra_22sep-nc.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US death toll passes 200,000

Written By: Howard on 09/23/20 at 4:11 am


Neither had I, until last November. My dad had gotten it, then passed it on to my mom...and I inevitably caught it from them. Fortunately we were all prescribed a Tamiflu antibiotic to get rid of it in a few days' time.


When I had the flu I couldn't get out of bed, I was so hot and cold. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 09/23/20 at 4:12 am


As appointments are limited to request to come at my doctor's surgery, a face mask must be worn, but I have the vision of sticking my arm through a window for the flu jab and blood test.


With mine, I had stuck my arm out and I got my flu jab.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 09/23/20 at 4:26 am


With mine, I had stuck my arm out and I got my flu jab.


Mine was like a tetanus shot. Just a quick poke to the shoulder area faster than I could say owww.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK 'about to repeat' the mistakes of March - scientist

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/20 at 5:36 am

Prof John Edmunds, a member of the UK's Sage scientific advisory group but speaking to BBC Radio 4 in a personal capacity, said "we haven’t learned from our mistake" in delaying action in March and "we’re unfortunately about to repeat it". The scientist from the London School of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene told the Today programme: "I don’t think the measures have gone anywhere near far enough." "I suspect we will see very stringent measures coming in place throughout the UK at some point, but it will be too late again," he said. He said that we will have let the epidemic "double and double and double again" before stricter measures are introduced, which will mean "the worst of both worlds" because it will mean "putting the brakes on the epidemic for a very long time, very hard".

Subject: What's happening around the world?

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/20 at 7:55 am

With more than 970,000 deaths and 31 million cases confirmed worldwide, here are the top coronavirus headlines from around the world:

*The US death toll in the pandemic has passed 200,000, the highest of any country in the world. President Donald Trump has claimed China "should have stopped" the virus

*Brazil, the country with the second-highest number of deaths in the world, is allowing football fans to return to stadiums. Capacity will be limited initially, but numbers may increase

*Israel has recorded its highest number of daily cases, as the government considers introducing even tighter restrictions during the three-week nation-wide lockdown

*The Austrian government is being sued over the spread of coronavirus at a number of ski resorts early this year. One resort, Ischgl, was linked to cases in 45 countries after skiers brought home the virus with them

*The body representing the air travel industry has called for rapid testing of passengers to help encourage people to start travelling again. The International Air Transport Association said air travel was down 92% on last year's figures

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US death toll passes 200,000

Written By: nally on 09/23/20 at 9:24 am


Same here. But after my last major surgery 2 years ago, I caught something every time I left the house. So I got mine a couple weeks ago I think.

Good for you. :) I will hopefully get mine sooner rather than later.



Mine was like a tetanus shot. Just a quick poke to the shoulder area faster than I could say owww.

That's been my experience with it. It's over in a matter of seconds.

Subject: London police to increase enforcement of virus rules

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/20 at 9:52 am

The Metropolitan Police has said it will be increasing its enforcement of coronavirus regulations after Prime Minister Boris Johnson set out new rules for England. Police said they will be patrolling busy public spaces and each London borough will also have officers responsible for responding quickly to reports of serious breaches. Fines, which are rising to £200 for a first offence, will be used as a "last resort". Deputy Assistant Commissioner Matt Twist said officers will help people understand and follow the regulations but "they will also be firm and take appropriate action against those that simply refuse to follow the law and who are deliberately placing communities at risk".

Subject: New daily Covid cases rise above 6,000 in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/20 at 10:30 am

There have been 6,178 new coronavirus infections recorded in the past 24 hours across the UK - a significant rise on yesterday's figures of 4,926. In addition there were, of those who tested positive for Covid-19 in the past 28 days, a further 37 deaths. It comes as the UK goverment - and those in the devolved administrations - announced a fresh tranche of measures in a bid to curb the rising number of infections. There are currently 211 patients with coronavirus on ventilators in hospital.

Subject: Coronavirus: Autumn Budget to be scrapped this year

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/20 at 11:26 am

The Treasury has scrapped plans for an Autumn Budget this year because of the coronavirus pandemic. "As we heard this week, now is not the right time to outline long-term plans - people want to see us focused on the here and now,"the Treasury said. "So we are confirming today that there will be no Budget this autumn." There will however be a spending review to set out the overall shape of government spending, BBC political editor Laura Kuenssberg reported.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Indonesia sees record daily spike

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/20 at 2:34 pm

Indonesia has seen its highest daily rise in confirmed Covid-19 cases, as hospitals in the capital Jakarta warn they are running at full capacity. Health officials said almost 4,500 people tested positive. A day earlier the country recorded 160 virus-related deaths - the highest number over 24 hours. Indonesia's Covid-19 task force is now warning that the healthcare system is at risk of collapse if citizens continue to ignore virus restrictions. The South-East Asian country has reported more than 257,000 confirmed infections since the outbreak began, with nearly 10,000 deaths.

Subject: NHS Covid-19 app: England and Wales get smartphone contact tracing

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 12:53 am

People living in England and Wales are being urged to download the government's official contact-tracing app following its official release.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-54270334

Subject: Flu jabs limited due to high demand

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 1:28 am

Pharmacists and GP surgeries are having to limit flu jabs to the most at-risk groups due to increased demand. The Boots chain has suspended its appointment booking system for anyone outside of the vulnerable groups, which include people aged over 65. It said it faces "unprecedented demand" for vaccinations, but NHS England says enough stocks are available. Within the next few weeks it is likely that winter flu will start to circulate alongside the coronavirus. This will potentially present an additional challenge to an already stretched healthcare system.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54273172

Subject: UK Chancellor to unveil emergency scheme to save jobs

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 3:16 am

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has been under mounting pressure to replace the furlough scheme, which protected UK jobs during the pandemic by paying 80% of salaries but which is due to expire next month. At about 11:45 BST, he is due to make a statement in the House of Commons, where he is expected to unveil a plan to reduce job losses in the second wave of the pandemic over the winter. In July, about five million people were receiving some or all of their income through the furlough scheme, mostly hospitality sector workers who face new restrictions with an enforced 22:00 closing time from this evening in England. It is understood that Sunak has been looking at different forms of wage subsidy and financial help, including a salary top-up scheme, similar to those already operating in France and Germany. Paul Johnson, director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies think tank, said he expected a "big rise" in unemployment when the existing furlough scheme expires at the end of next month.

Subject: Missouri governor who opposed mask orders tests positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 4:26 am

The governor of the US state of Missouri, who opposes mask mandates, has tested positive for coronavirus. Republican Mike Parson received his result on Wednesday, hours after his wife tested positive. "I want everyone to know that myself and the first lady are both fine," he said in a video uploaded to Twitter, adding that his wife had been displaying minor symptoms and both were now quarantining. Although the governor has previously recommended people wear masks and socially distance, he has rejected calls to introduce state rules requiring people to wear face coverings. On Sunday, Parson posted photos of himself at a re-election event in the state alongside four other men. While they appeared to stand at a distance, none of them wore a mask. More than 1,900 people are confirmed to have died with coronavirus in Missouri, which has seen around 1.2 million reported infections, according to Johns Hopkins University.

Subject: Covid in Scotland: 124 test positive in Glasgow University outbreak

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 5:09 am

A major outbreak of Covid-19 at Glasgow University has led to 124 students testing positive. The university said the actual number of infected students was "likely to be higher", and added that 600 people were self-isolating. Details emerged as Scotland's national clinical director, Prof Jason Leitch, said he was "very concerned" about the outbreaks. The clusters are centred on two halls of residence in the city. The university said they involved the Murano Street and Cairncross residences, and were largely due to social activity at the start of Freshers Week, from 12-14 September. In a statement it said: "The total number of reported cases since the start of term is 124 but the actual number is likely to be higher.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-54268780

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 6:06 am


Chancellor Rishi Sunak has been under mounting pressure to replace the furlough scheme, which protected UK jobs during the pandemic by paying 80% of salaries but which is due to expire next month. At about 11:45 BST, he is due to make a statement in the House of Commons, where he is expected to unveil a plan to reduce job losses in the second wave of the pandemic over the winter. In July, about five million people were receiving some or all of their income through the furlough scheme, mostly hospitality sector workers who face new restrictions with an enforced 22:00 closing time from this evening in England. It is understood that Sunak has been looking at different forms of wage subsidy and financial help, including a salary top-up scheme, similar to those already operating in France and Germany. Paul Johnson, director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies think tank, said he expected a "big rise" in unemployment when the existing furlough scheme expires at the end of next month.
He is speaking in parliament right now.

Subject: Covid-19: UK volunteers could be given virus to test vaccine

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 6:12 am

The UK could be the first country in the world to carry out Covid "challenge trials" - where healthy volunteers are deliberately infected with coronavirus to test possible vaccines. It is understood the studies - first reported by the Financial Times - would be conducted in London. The UK government said it was holding discussions about developing a vaccine through such "human challenge studies". No contracts have yet been signed, the BBC understands.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54275096

Subject: About 2,500 students at Swiss school under quarantine

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 6:38 am

Around 2,500 students at a prestigious hospitality school in Switzerland have been placed in quarantine after a spike in cases. The spread of the virus has reportedly been traced back to private parties at the EHL hotel management school of Lausanne. "A number of outbreaks have been reported within different departments, making it impossible to introduce a more targeted lockdown than the 2,500 students involved," regional authorities said in a statement. Three-quarters of all students at the EHL facility are now under orders to remain at home or in their accommodation until 28 September. EHL is one of the world's top hotel and catering schools and attracts students from around the globe.

Subject: What did the Chancellor announce?

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 7:03 am

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A new Jobs Support Scheme will be launched for employees working at least a third of their normal hours, who are being paid for that as normal. The government and employers will jointly increase their wages to cover two-thirds of their lost pay and the employee will keep their job

All small and medium-sized businesses are eligible, but larger businesses must show their turnover has fallen during the crisis. Employers can use it even if they have not previous used the furlough scheme it replaces
It will run for six months from November
The existing grant for self-employed people is being extended on similar terms to the Jobs Support Scheme
A “pay as you grow” scheme was announced for businesses, allowing them to extend their bounce back loans from six to 10 years, reducing their payments
Businesses can also move to interest-only payments or suspend repayments for six months if they are "in real trouble". Credit ratings will be unaffected
The government guarantee on Coronavirus Business Interruption Loans will be extended to 10 years and a new successor loan guarantee programme will be announced in January

The temporary reduction of VAT from 20% to 5% for some sectors will remain in place until 31 March 2021


Subject: United Airlines to offer rapid coronavirus testing

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 8:57 am

A US airline is to become the first in the world to offer rapid coronavirus testing to passengers. Travellers flying with United Airlines from San Francisco to Hawaii from 15 October will be able to take a test that offers results within 15 minutes. Alternatively, they can opt to receive a test via post that they will need to return within 72 hours of flying. The airline said that Hawaiian officials had agreed that any passenger who tested negative on either test would be exempt from the state's 14-day quarantine period. Earlier this week, a body representing the aviation industry called for rapid testing to encourage people to start flying again. "This will give governments the confidence to open their borders without complicated risk models that see constant changes in the rules imposed on travel," the head of the International Air Transport Association said on Tuesday, noting that air travel has been down 92% on last year's figures.

Subject: Dutch celebrities face backlash over Covid rebellion

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 10:38 am

Influencers, rappers and a world-renowned DJ have been heavily criticised in the Netherlands after publicly announcing they were abandoning efforts to combat Covid-19. Their campaign came as the numbers in Dutch intensive care units hit 100 for the first time since June and infection rates rose 60% on last week. The Netherlands is among several European nations seeing a second wave. The young stars used the hashtag #ik doe niet meer mee - "I'm out". But as the backlash has grown, a number of them appear to have changed their minds.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-54279008

Subject: Flag memorial marks 200,000 US deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 10:54 am

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A sea of American flags can be seen on the lawn of the National Mall in Washington DC, each one representing some of those who have died with Covid-19 in the country during the pandemic. This week, the coronavirus death toll surpassed 200,000 in the US, the highest number of fatalities in the world. To commemorate those who have lost their lives, the Covid Memorial Project organised for 20,000 flags to be planted in the capital. "This extreme loss of life is staggering,” the group wrote on a GoFundMe page, accusing US President Donald Trump of mishandling the pandemic. The memorial project “seeks to simply say: these lives are more than a statistic - they were family, friends, neighbours”, the group wrote. President Trump has defended his response to the pandemic, arguing that he took swift action to ban arrivals from China and Europe earlier this year, among other measures.

Subject: Covid-19: Denmark and Iceland added to England 'self-isolation list'

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 11:30 am

Denmark, Slovakia, Iceland and the Caribbean island of Curacao have been removed from the UK government's list of travel corridors, Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has announced. That means travellers arriving in England from those countries after 04:00 BST on Saturday must self-isolate for 14 days, Shapps said. He reminded travellers that they must self-isolate when returning from a non-exempt country, or face a fine starting from £1,000.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK daily cases up to 6,634

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 11:54 am

The UK government has announced another 6,634 Covid-19 cases - that's an increase on Wednesday's figure, which was 6,178. They also said a further 40 people had died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19. That's up from 37 deaths announced on Wednesday.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Iran's virus death toll passes 25,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 12:49 pm

More than 25,000 people have died with coronavirus in Iran, official figures show, as the country witnesses a spike in cases. A ministry spokesman said today that 175 people had died in the past 24 hours, bringing the total fatalities in the country to 25,015. However, an investigation by BBC Persian earlier this year found the number of coronavirus deaths was nearly three times as high as the official statistics. The government's own records appeared to show almost 42,000 people had died with Covid-19 symptoms in the run up to 20 July, versus 14,405 reported by its health ministry at the time. The country is the worst affected in the Middle East, with more than 436,000 coronavirus cases recorded to date. Earlier this week, an official warned the country is facing a third wave of infections.

Subject: Russia records highest cases in over two months

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 2:54 pm

The number of new daily coronavirus infections in Russia has reached 6,595, the highest since mid-July. In the capital, Moscow, cases are at their highest level since late June. Russia has recorded more than 1.1 million cases and almost 20,000 deaths since the pandemic began, and there are fears the new figures could signal a new wave in the country. Moscow has already registered the world's first coronavirus vaccine, despite experts saying the trials were too small to prove its safety and effectiveness. Last month, President Vladimir Putin said the vaccine had passed all the required checks and that one of his own daughters had been given it.

Subject: Russia records highest cases in over two months

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 2:55 pm


The number of new daily coronavirus infections in Russia has reached 6,595, the highest since mid-July. In the capital, Moscow, cases are at their highest level since late June. Russia has recorded more than 1.1 million cases and almost 20,000 deaths since the pandemic began, and there are fears the new figures could signal a new wave in the country. Moscow has already registered the world's first coronavirus vaccine, despite experts saying the trials were too small to prove its safety and effectiveness. Last month, President Vladimir Putin said the vaccine had passed all the required checks and that one of his own daughters had been given it.
Where is their vaccine now?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 40 children test positive after German wedding

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/20 at 3:08 pm

More than 40 children have tested positive after an outbreak linked to a wedding in the German town of Hamm, German news agency DPA reports. Nine schools have been affected by the cluster of cases, a spokesman for the city said on Thursday, adding that only one of the children infected had no connection to the wedding. Of the almost 200 people in the town to have tested positive, 150 were guests at the wedding, according to the town's official website. A total of 300 people are currently in quarantine and are subject to mandatory testing. The news comes as a second German minister went into quarantine after he was found to have contact with an infected individual. Economy Minister Peter Altmaier, who hosted a meeting of EU trade ministers in Berlin on Monday, said he was self-isolating as a precaution after the employee of a minister who attended had tested positive. A day earlier, Foreign Minister Heiko Maas said he was in quarantine after a member of his security staff tested positive.

Subject: No carnival in Rio

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/25/20 at 2:20 am

Rio de Janeiro's world-famous carnival parade, which usually takes place in February, has been postponed indefinitely, organisers say. Brazil has confirmed nearly 4.7 million cases and more than 139,000 deaths, which is the second-highest number in the world after the US

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases and death for Saturday 26th

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/20 at 7:00 am

There have been more than 400,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus so far in the UK and more than 40,000 people have died, government figures show. However, these figures include only people who have died within 28 days of testing positive for coronavirus and other measures suggest the number of deaths is higher.

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Subject: Covid lockdown: Three more Welsh counties face local restrictions

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/20 at 11:02 am

Three more counties are to be placed under local lockdowns on Monday, the Welsh Government has announced. Neath Port Talbot, Torfaen and Vale of Glamorgan will have tighter Covid-19 restrictions from 18:00 BST on Monday. It means half of Wales' 22 local authority areas will be under local lockdowns, as rules come into force in Cardiff and Swansea later on Sunday. Almost two million people in Wales - two-thirds of the population - will be under local lockdowns. Vale of Glamorgan council leader Neil Moore said it had not been an easy decision but pointed to the rate of infection rising to 34.4 people per 100,000 in the county borough.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-54316431

Subject: Coronavirus: People are 'bubbling out of pubs' due to curfew

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/20 at 12:07 pm

Shadow justice secretary David Lammy has said that the introduction of a 22:00 curfew for pubs in England has led to people "bubbling out of pubs" at the same time. The Labour MP said that drinkers were "hanging around towns and they're potentially spreading the virus". Mr Lammy questioned the "science" behind the new restrictions, saying: "It's not clear where that came from." But the culture secretary said: "There is definitely science behind it." Oliver Dowden, speaking to BBC One's Andrew Marr Show, insisted: "That's why we're requiring people to be seated in pubs and restaurants, so that stops the flow of them to and from the bar. "We are reducing the closing times to stop people staying later and drinking." "And the point about all of this is that everyone has their part to play. If we all play by the rules, we can ensure that there are not further, more draconian restrictions," the culture secretary added.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54314976

Subject: UK cases and death for Sunday 27th

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/20 at 3:05 pm

There have been more than 400,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus so far in the UK and more than 40,000 people have died, government figures show. However, these figures include only people who have died within 28 days of testing positive for coronavirus and other measures suggest the number of deaths is higher.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 09/27/20 at 4:18 pm

The Covid 19 death count has surpassed 1 million... 2020, what a year, wow. 😐

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK landowner fined £10k for wedding party

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/20 at 12:04 pm

A landowner has been issued with a £10,000 fine for hosting a wedding party with 100 to 300 people in attendance, police said. Police said they had received calls about the event taking place on land near New Farnley, Leeds at about 17:00 BST on Saturday. The force said the group had been dispersed by 21:30. One of the landowners, aged 49, was identified and issued a fine for breaching coronavirus legislation. Ch Supt Damien Miller said it had been an "absolutely blatant breach" of the law, which limits the numbers of people able to attend a wedding. On Saturday the limit was 30, but by Monday it had been reduced to 15 people.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases and deaths in charts

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/20 at 12:13 pm

Here are the latest charts for cases and deaths in the UK - updated to include the data released this afternoon.

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The latest UK figures show the number of people testing positive for coronavirus has dropped for a third day in a row. While there can be a lag in reporting figures over the weekend, the government's coronavirus dashboard shows there were 4,044 cases reported on Monday, compared to 5,693 cases in the previous 24 hours. There were 6,042 on Saturday, down from 6,874 cases reported on Friday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases and deaths in charts

Written By: violet_shy on 09/28/20 at 12:18 pm


Here are the latest charts for cases and deaths in the UK - updated to include the data released this afternoon.

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The latest UK figures show the number of people testing positive for coronavirus has dropped for a third day in a row. While there can be a lag in reporting figures over the weekend, the government's coronavirus dashboard shows there were 4,044 cases reported on Monday, compared to 5,693 cases in the previous 24 hours. There were 6,042 on Saturday, down from 6,874 cases reported on Friday.


Well that's good, isn't it! I really hope the cases continue to drop.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/20 at 12:19 pm


The Covid 19 death count has surpassed 1 million... 2020, what a year, wow. 😐
The number of confirmed coronavirus cases around the world has passed 33 million, according to Johns Hopkins University, which is tracking the disease globally. The US has the highest number of confirmed infections, with 7.1 million, followed by India, with nearly 6.1 million, and Brazil, with 4.7 million.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/20 at 12:40 pm


A third case in my city.

And supermarkets are now limiting toilet paper and hand sanitiser. This is why authorities often downplay pandemics - because the end result is idiotic panic buying. Unnecessary panic is extremely unhelpful and can be really detrimental to vulnerable people who really need this stuff. Seriously people, just wash your hands. Toilet paper isn’t going to help you.
With the current local lockdowns in the UK, the supermarkets are limiting the number of toilet paper to two per customer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 09/28/20 at 2:21 pm


The Covid 19 death count has surpassed 1 million... 2020, what a year, wow. 😐


That's astounding!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 09/28/20 at 3:58 pm

I was supposed to be back at the office today, but that's been pushed back by two weeks as cases here in Ontario continue to skyrocket (700 cases today, from ~50 a day during the middle of August). I honestly think it will be even worse in two weeks. I'm only going in once or twice a week but ughh no thanks.

Subject: Re: London police to increase enforcement of virus rules

Written By: nally on 09/28/20 at 4:39 pm


I was supposed to be back at the office today, but that's been pushed back by two weeks as cases here in Ontario continue to skyrocket (700 cases today, from ~50 a day during the middle of August). I honestly think it will be even worse in two weeks. I'm only going in once or twice a week but ughh no thanks.

Not sure when anyone in my neck-of-the-woods will be back to their offices "normally", but it won't be anytime soon. However, I have actually been going to my office only once a week for the past couple of months (in fact, I'll be driving over there on Wednesday because it's the end of the month), and it's just my boss and me in there. And each time anyone goes to the office, they bring a mask, and we social distance with each other.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases and deaths in charts

Written By: nally on 09/28/20 at 4:41 pm


The Covid 19 death count has surpassed 1 million... 2020, what a year, wow.

Yeah, I saw that the total was getting closer and closer to that figure. It was a matter of time before it would get there. :\'(

And just a shade over one-fifth of them are in the U.S. (remember, that fatality count crossed 200k last wk).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 09/29/20 at 3:35 am

How locked down is it in the US? I assume the rules vary across the states, but are any places back to normal?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/20 at 5:41 am


Yeah, I saw that the total was getting closer and closer to that figure. It was a matter of time before it would get there. :\'(

And just a shade over one-fifth of them are in the U.S. (remember, that fatality count crossed 200k last wk).
The death cases for Covid-19 is probably higher for the are and will be many unrecorded fatalities.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 09/29/20 at 7:23 am


How locked down is it in the US? I assume the rules vary across the states, but are any places back to normal?


Most of them are operating at 50% capacity with some restaurants having outdoor dining.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 09/29/20 at 10:21 am

https://www.politico.com/news/2020/09/23/trudeau-coronavirus-second-wave-420857

Justin Trudeau = USELESS

Subject: Re: London police to increase enforcement of virus rules

Written By: 2001 on 09/29/20 at 10:22 am


Not sure when anyone in my neck-of-the-woods will be back to their offices "normally", but it won't be anytime soon. However, I have actually been going to my office only once a week for the past couple of months (in fact, I'll be driving over there on Wednesday because it's the end of the month), and it's just my boss and me in there. And each time anyone goes to the office, they bring a mask, and we social distance with each other.


That's surprising considering California is a coronavirus hot spot. I would be less apprehensive about the whole scheme if it were like yours however, with just two people. In my case it's going to be about 10-15 people, and some of them are anti-vaccination, organic foods, "It's just a flu", "IIt builds your immune system", "We're all gong to get it eventually" type of people. I don't want to call them out but I'm not itching to meet them in-person any time soon.  :-X

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How has the picture changed in the UK in the past week?

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/20 at 11:48 am

Last Tuesday, 22 September, there were 37 deaths recorded - which has now nearly doubled, to 71. And the number of cases recorded that day was 4,926, whereas it is now over 7,000. But it's important to note cases had dropped for the past three days, while deaths had dropped for the past two days.

Here's the overall picture of how things have changed in the past seven days.

# 29 September: 7,143 cases, 71 deaths

# 28 September: 4,044 cases, 13 deaths

# 27 September: 5,693 cases, 17 deaths

# 26 September: 6,042 cases, 34 deaths

# 25 September: 6,874 cases, 35 deaths

# 24 September: 6,634 cases, 40 deaths

# 23 September: 6,178 cases, 37 deaths

There were lower numbers for deaths and cases at the weekend and on Monday - but that's usually the case, due to the fact more are recorded during the week.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases and deaths in charts

Written By: nally on 09/29/20 at 11:58 am


How locked down is it in the US? I assume the rules vary across the states, but are any places back to normal?

They do seem to vary from state to state, yes, but in California it's still pretty strict.

Subject: New Yorkers to be fined for not wearing masks

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/20 at 12:00 pm

From today people in New York City will be fined if they refuse to wear masks, Mayor Bill de Blasio says. Officials will first offer free masks to anyone not wearing one. If that person then refuses, then they will be fined. De Blasio didn't specify how much the fine would be. He also says New York City's positive Covid-19 test rate was higher than 3% "for the first time in months". "Obviously everyone is concerned about that," he says. "That is something we all have to work on together to address." New York City was the original epicentre of the US outbreak, during the country's first wave of the virus in spring.

Subject: Re: London police to increase enforcement of virus rules

Written By: nally on 09/29/20 at 12:01 pm


That's surprising considering California is a coronavirus hot spot. I would be less apprehensive about the whole scheme if it were like yours however, with just two people. In my case it's going to be about 10-15 people, and some of them are anti-vaccination, organic foods, "It's just a flu", "IIt builds your immune system", "We're all gong to get it eventually" type of people. I don't want to call them out but I'm not itching to meet them in-person any time soon.  :-X

Well, my office has only four people who work in it. And we are all working from home on most days. On days that any of us have to go in, no more than two people are allowed in the suite on any one day. My boss has even mentioned this to us; she usually goes in (she's the CEO/CFO) and lets one of us know which one of us can be in there with her.

Subject: Re: New Yorkers to be fined for not wearing masks

Written By: Howard on 09/29/20 at 1:45 pm


From today people in New York City will be fined if they refuse to wear masks, Mayor Bill de Blasio says. Officials will first offer free masks to anyone not wearing one. If that person then refuses, then they will be fined. De Blasio didn't specify how much the fine would be. He also says New York City's positive Covid-19 test rate was higher than 3% "for the first time in months". "Obviously everyone is concerned about that," he says. "That is something we all have to work on together to address." New York City was the original epicentre of the US outbreak, during the country's first wave of the virus in spring.



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Subject: Re: New Yorkers to be fined for not wearing masks

Written By: nally on 09/29/20 at 3:57 pm



https://ih1.redbubble.net/image.1139848081.9162/flat,750x,075,f-pad,750x1000,f8f8f8.jpg


also...

https://i.imgur.com/0FtA9sj.jpg (let's hope this shows up)

Subject: Re: New Yorkers to be fined for not wearing masks

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 09/29/20 at 8:22 pm


also...

https://i.imgur.com/0FtA9sj.jpg (let's hope this shows up)
Sadly, dumb people in my city are not doing it and instead spreading the virus to the point it got into my High school, and now I have to do online school for 14 days and its hard for me to focus especially Im distracted at home. This won't work since people are dumb and stupid in my province and we can only hope for the vaccine

Subject: Re: New Yorkers to be fined for not wearing masks

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 09/29/20 at 8:32 pm


Sadly, dumb people in my city are not doing it and instead spreading the virus to the point it got into my High school, and now I have to do online school for 14 days and its hard for me to focus especially Im distracted at home. This won't work since people are dumb and stupid in my province and we can only hope for the vaccine


Just so you know, people are dumb and stupid everywhere.

Subject: Re: New Yorkers to be fined for not wearing masks

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 09/29/20 at 8:37 pm


Just so you know, people are dumb and stupid everywhere.
Thats why my grades are gonna drop and I can't focus properly due to crappy online schooling. Its all their fault, they had the big opportunity to keep others safe but nope, they think its funny to spread it everywhere and kill people. Ah well, Moderna is gonna release their vaccine in a few months anyway and at least we dont have to deal with these braindead people.

Subject: Boris Johnson will lead a briefing later

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/20 at 10:06 am

Boris Johnson will lead a briefing later at Downing Street, a day after the UK recorded the highest number of daily coronavirus cases

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/20 at 2:13 am


Boris Johnson will lead a briefing later at Downing Street, a day after the UK recorded the highest number of daily coronavirus cases
New measures to tackle the increase in coronavirus cases "will take time to feed through", Boris Johnson says.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54362900

Subject: UK ministers were warned of 'high risk' of Covid loans fraud

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/20 at 4:12 am

The UK government was warned in May that its flagship loan scheme to help small firms affected by Covid was at "very high risk of fraud" from "organised crime", it has emerged. The state-owned British Business Bank, which supervises the Bounce Back Loan Scheme, twice raised concerns. A BBC report previously revealed that criminals were setting up fake firms to get loans worth tens of thousands of pounds. The Bounce Back Loan Scheme has already paid out more than £38bn.

Subject: Health Secretary Hancock expected to announce more restrictions for Merseyside

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/20 at 4:40 am

As we reported earlier, further restrictions are expected to be announced for Merseyside after a spike in coronavirus cases. Health Secretary Matt Hancock is set to speak in the House of Commons at 10:30, where he is expected to set out the new measures.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/01/20 at 5:00 am


As we reported earlier, further restrictions are expected to be announced for Merseyside after a spike in coronavirus cases. Health Secretary Matt Hancock is set to speak in the House of Commons at 10:30, where he is expected to set out the new measures.
Further restrictions have been confirmed for the north of England after a spike in coronavirus cases. It will be illegal for households to meet in any indoor setting, such as pubs and restaurants in Liverpool City Region, Warrington, Hartlepool and Middlesbrough. Health Secretary Matt Hancock told MPs he wanted the rules to stay in place for "as short as time as possible".

Subject: Re: New Yorkers to be fined for not wearing masks

Written By: Howard on 10/01/20 at 3:06 pm


Sadly, dumb people in my city are not doing it and instead spreading the virus to the point it got into my High school, and now I have to do online school for 14 days and its hard for me to focus especially Im distracted at home. This won't work since people are dumb and stupid in my province and we can only hope for the vaccine


It's because they don't want to wear masks.

Subject: Re: New Yorkers to be fined for not wearing masks

Written By: Howard on 10/01/20 at 3:06 pm


Just so you know, people are dumb and stupid everywhere.


You got that right.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 10/01/20 at 4:18 pm

In the U.K. calls have gone out for a Scottish MP, Margaret Ferrier, to resign after she travelled by train to and from London despite having coronavirus symptoms over the weekend. She took a test but felt a bit better so she went to London. When she got a message saying she had tested positive she then went back home on the train.  ::)

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-54379026

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/20 at 2:06 am


In the U.K. calls have gone out for a Scottish MP, Margaret Ferrier, to resign after she travelled by train to and from London despite having coronavirus symptoms over the weekend. She took a test but felt a bit better so she went to London. When she got a message saying she had tested positive she then went back home on the train.  ::)

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-54379026
Do we have another Dominic Cummings in the making?

Subject: Coronavirus: Donald Trump and Melania test positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/20 at 2:08 am

US President Donald Trump has said he and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for coronavirus and are now in quarantine. The president, aged 74 and therefore in a high-risk group, announced the news in a tweet. "We will get through this together," he wrote. It comes after one of his closest aides tested positive for coronavirus. Hope Hicks, the 31-year-old adviser to the president, was the closest aide to Mr Trump to test positive so far. She travelled with him on Air Force One to the first presidential TV debate with Democratic rival Joe Biden in Ohio on Tuesday. Some of Mr Trump's family members who attended the debate were seen not wearing masks.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54381848

Subject: In graphics: Covid-19 in US

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/20 at 2:30 am

President Trump has long faced criticism for his approach to the coronavirus. In the early stages of the pandemic, he was accused of playing down the severity of the crisis. He has at times suggested preventative measures not recommended by medical experts and ridiculed the wearing of face masks. The US has the world’s highest number of Covid-related deaths - nearly 208,000. It has also recorded more than seven million cases, about a fifth of the world's total. Hospital admissions and deaths have declined, however, with the seven-day average for deaths remaining below 1,000 since the end of August.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/10/2/7a717ec7-58df-413f-8c65-3d3dc2d2d356.png

Subject: Nearly 20,000 Covid-19 cases among Amazon workers

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/20 at 3:42 am

In the US, Amazon has said more than 19,816 of its frontline workers have contracted Covid-19 since March. The number equates to 1.44% of its 1.37 million workers across Amazon and its subsidiary Whole Foods. Amazon had faced criticism from employees, unions and elected officials, who have accused the company of putting employees' health at risk. But the online retailing giant said its infection rate was lower than expected. Amazon has kept its facilities open throughout the pandemic to meet a surge in demand from shoppers stuck at home. Staying open has proven very lucrative for the e-commerce firm, and has added to the wealth of founder Jeff Bezos, who is the world's richest man. The tech giant's sales soared 40% to $88.9bn (£67.9bn) in the three months ending in June, and its quarterly profit of $5.2bn (£4bn) was its biggest since the company started in 1994.

Subject: Coronavirus: Loss of smell may be clearer sign than cough

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/20 at 4:44 am

Loss of a sense of smell may be a more reliable indicator of Covid-19 than cough or fever, research suggests. A study by University College London (UCL) of 590 people who lost their sense of smell or taste earlier in the year found 80% had coronavirus antibodies. Of those people with antibodies, 40% had no other symptoms. The research only looked at people with mild symptoms, however.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54359852

Subject: Who has been with Trump this week?

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/20 at 4:47 am


US President Donald Trump has said he and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for coronavirus and are now in quarantine. The president, aged 74 and therefore in a high-risk group, announced the news in a tweet. "We will get through this together," he wrote. It comes after one of his closest aides tested positive for coronavirus. Hope Hicks, the 31-year-old adviser to the president, was the closest aide to Mr Trump to test positive so far. She travelled with him on Air Force One to the first presidential TV debate with Democratic rival Joe Biden in Ohio on Tuesday. Some of Mr Trump's family members who attended the debate were seen not wearing masks.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54381848
President Trump's diagnosis comes after a busy week, running his administration and campaigning ahead of the 3 November election, during which he interacted with many high-level officials. On Monday, he held a news briefing - giving an update on his administration's coronavirus testing strategy - in the White House Rose Garden which was attended by Vice-President Mike Pence, Health Secretary Alex Azar and Education Secretary Betsy DeVos among others. At the high-profile TV debate in Cleveland on Tuesday, the president not only shared a stage with his Democrat rival Joe Biden but he was also joined by his most senior aides, including White House Chief of staff Mark Meadows, campaign strategist Jason Miller and policy adviser Stephen Miller. All his children - and their partners - were also with him. Observers noted that none wore masks during the debate. During the week, his Supreme Court nominee - Judge Amy Coney Barrett - also visited the White House, and Trump attended both a rally and private fundraiser in Minnesota, the New York Times reports. It takes five days on average from the moment you are infected to start showing the symptoms, but the World Health Organization says it can take up to 14 days. Incubation period, however, is five days on average.

Subject: London transport will shut down without new bailout, TfL warns

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/20 at 5:03 am

London's transport network will shut down in a "doomsday scenario" without a second bailout, Transport for London (TfL) has warned. The government agreed to a £1.6bn bailout in May, to keep services running after TfL's income fell by 90% during the coronavirus pandemic. The deal is due to expire in two weeks. TfL bosses say the network needs £2bn to run until the end of the year. The government has promised a letter setting out terms for a fresh bailout. TfL Commissioner Andy Byford said finances were "right on the wire". The transport authority wants almost £3bn to stay afloat through 2021, according to the Local Democracy Report Service.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/20 at 6:18 am


In the U.K. calls have gone out for a Scottish MP, Margaret Ferrier, to resign after she travelled by train to and from London despite having coronavirus symptoms over the weekend. She took a test but felt a bit better so she went to London. When she got a message saying she had tested positive she then went back home on the train.  ::)

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-54379026
If Scottish MP, Margaret Ferrier quits her position, Dominic Cummings should go to!

Subject: One in 500 in England had Covid-19 in week to 24 September

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/20 at 7:13 am

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) estimates that 1 in 500 people in homes in England had coronavirus in the week to 24 September. This figure is unchanged on last week. They further estimate there were 8,400 new infections a day, which is slightly down on last week's 9,600. But the ONS say it is too early to say infections have levelled off or are falling. "There is some limited evidence that the incidence rate may be levelling off following steep increases during August and September, however the wide credible intervals mean it is too early to say," the report states. A credible interval is a margin of error. In Wales, the ONS estimates that 1 in 500 people in the community had coronavirus, in Northern Ireland the figure is 1 in 400.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Donald Trump and Melania test positive

Written By: Howard on 10/02/20 at 7:42 am


US President Donald Trump has said he and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for coronavirus and are now in quarantine. The president, aged 74 and therefore in a high-risk group, announced the news in a tweet. "We will get through this together," he wrote. It comes after one of his closest aides tested positive for coronavirus. Hope Hicks, the 31-year-old adviser to the president, was the closest aide to Mr Trump to test positive so far. She travelled with him on Air Force One to the first presidential TV debate with Democratic rival Joe Biden in Ohio on Tuesday. Some of Mr Trump's family members who attended the debate were seen not wearing masks.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54381848


Hope he recovers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/20 at 9:12 am


Hope he recovers.
President Donald Trump is experiencing "mild symptoms" of Covid-19, the Associated Press and New York Times report, quoting an unnamed White House official. Earlier, the president's doctor said Trump and First Lady Melania, who has also tested positive, were both well and planned "to remain at home within the White House during their convalescence".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 10/02/20 at 9:50 am


If Scottish MP, Margaret Ferrier quits her position, Dominic Cummings should go to!


She was quite vocal in demanding his resignation at the time.

Subject: Nearly 7,000 more Covid-19 cases in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/20 at 10:34 am

A further 6,968 people have tested positive for Covid-19 in the UK, according to the latest figures from the Department of Health. Sixty-six people have died who had tested positive for Covid-19 within 28 days of their deaths, the figures show. It takes the overall UK death total from coronavirus to 42,268. Since the start of the pandemic 467,146 people have tested positive for the virus in the UK.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/02/20 at 11:43 am


US President Donald Trump has said he and First Lady Melania Trump have tested positive for coronavirus and are now in quarantine. The president, aged 74 and therefore in a high-risk group, announced the news in a tweet. "We will get through this together," he wrote. It comes after one of his closest aides tested positive for coronavirus. Hope Hicks, the 31-year-old adviser to the president, was the closest aide to Mr Trump to test positive so far. She travelled with him on Air Force One to the first presidential TV debate with Democratic rival Joe Biden in Ohio on Tuesday. Some of Mr Trump's family members who attended the debate were seen not wearing masks.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54381848
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden has said both he and his wife have tested negative for coronavirus. A statement issued by the couple's doctor said they underwent testing on Friday morning. Biden and Trump, who has tested positive for the virus, took part in the first presidential debate of the campaign on Tuesday night.

Subject: Re: In graphics: Covid-19 in US

Written By: nally on 10/02/20 at 4:43 pm


President Trump has long faced criticism for his approach to the coronavirus. In the early stages of the pandemic, he was accused of playing down the severity of the crisis. He has at times suggested preventative measures not recommended by medical experts and ridiculed the wearing of face masks. The US has the world’s highest number of Covid-related deaths - nearly 208,000. It has also recorded more than seven million cases, about a fifth of the world's total. Hospital admissions and deaths have declined, however, with the seven-day average for deaths remaining below 1,000 since the end of August.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/10/2/7a717ec7-58df-413f-8c65-3d3dc2d2d356.png

Of course he's faced criticism. He refuses to take any serious matter seriously.

Subject: Covid: UK announces more than 10,000 new cases for first time

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/20 at 4:58 am

The UK has announced more than 10,000 new coronavirus cases for the first time since mass testing began.

There were 12,872 new cases, while a further 49 people have died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19.

However, the government said a technical issue meant some cases this week were not recorded at the time so these were included in Saturday's data.

It comes after data earlier this week had suggested infections may be rising more slowly than in previous weeks.

Full report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54404561

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/04/20 at 1:15 pm

Ontario suspended contact tracing due to being understaffed 😂

Toronto is no longer testing during the weekends to catch up with the backlog 😂😂😂

Bars, nightclubs, restaurants, gyms and schools are all still open, even though health officials are all pleading to shut them down 😂😂😂😂😂

Doug Ford saying he is "not afraid to take additional steps" every single day for the past month while not taking any additional steps 😂😂😂😂😂

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 2:28 am


Ontario suspended contact tracing due to being understaffed 😂

Toronto is no longer testing during the weekends to catch up with the backlog 😂😂😂

Bars, nightclubs, restaurants, gyms and schools are all still open, even though health officials are all pleading to shut them down 😂😂😂😂😂

Doug Ford saying he is "not afraid to take additional steps" every single day for the past month while not taking any additional steps 😂😂😂😂😂
Please good care and be safe out there.

Subject: Covid: 16,000 coronavirus cases missed in daily figures after IT error

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 2:28 am

A technical glitch that meant nearly 16,000 cases of coronavirus went unreported has delayed efforts to trace contacts of people who tested positive. Public Health England said 15,841 cases between 25 September and 2 October were left out of the UK daily case figures. They were then added to Saturday's figure of 12,872 new cases and Sunday's 22,961 figure. PHE said all those who tested positive had been informed. But it means others in close contact with them were not.

Full report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54412581

Subject: Re: Covid: 16,000 coronavirus cases missed in daily figures after IT error

Written By: karen on 10/05/20 at 3:48 am


A technical glitch that meant nearly 16,000 cases of coronavirus went unreported has delayed efforts to trace contacts of people who tested positive. Public Health England said 15,841 cases between 25 September and 2 October were left out of the UK daily case figures. They were then added to Saturday's figure of 12,872 new cases and Sunday's 22,961 figure. PHE said all those who tested positive had been informed. But it means others in close contact with them were not.

Full report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54412581


That’s unacceptable.

I hope some of those who tested positive had told their close contacts themselves. That’s what I would do.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 4:51 am


That’s unacceptable.

I hope some of those who tested positive had told their close contacts themselves. That’s what I would do.
It all comes down to common sense, protect those around you.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Paris and other cities tighten controls

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 4:53 am

From Tuesday bars in Paris will have to shut for two weeks and the capital's restaurants and cafes must tighten their hygiene measures. Similar rules are already in force in Marseille. Paris universities can only have lecture halls half-full. The French government is alarmed that in Paris the infection rate is now above 250 per 100,000 people, and Covid patients account for more than 30% of intensive care beds.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest in Russia

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 7:11 am

In Moscow schoolchildren will have to stay at home for two weeks and firms have been told to keep at least 30% of staff working from home. Russia's daily infection rate has risen to 10,888 - the highest since May.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest in Iran

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 9:13 am

Daily coronavirus infections have reached a record high in Iran, according to new figures from the country's health ministry. A spokesman on Monday said 3,902 new cases were recorded in the past 24 hours, while the number of deaths reached 235 - equalling the record set on 28 July

Subject: Covid: Welsh quarantine considered for UK coronavirus hotspots

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 9:49 am

People travelling to Wales from Covid hotspots elsewhere in the UK could face quarantine under measures being considered by the Welsh Government. It comes after the prime minister said he would not impose a travel ban on people in English lockdown areas. Health Minister Vaughan Gething said if some English areas were countries Wales "would have quarantine regulations for them". A senior Tory warned it was a "dangerous slope" for ministers. It is illegal for people to leave or enter locked down parts of Wales except for a limited set of reasons, like work or education, but a similar law does not exist for areas under local restrictions in England. It means people in places like Leicester and Bolton can go on holiday elsewhere with people they live with.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-politics-54420708

Subject: When are the missing cases from?

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 10:08 am


That’s unacceptable.

I hope some of those who tested positive had told their close contacts themselves. That’s what I would do.
Our graph, below, shows some more detail about the thousands of coronavirus cases which previously went unreported. Public Health England has said 15,841 cases between 25 September and 2 October were left out of the UK daily case figures.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 12,594 new cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 11:21 am

There have been 12,594 new coronavirus cases recorded in the UK, according to the government's coronavirus dashboard. It brings the total number of cases to 515,571. This comes after nearly 16,000 coronavirus cases went unreported in England between 25 September and 2 October, delaying contact tracing efforts. There were a further 19 deaths recorded on Monday, bringing the total number of fatalities of those who had tested positive for the virus within the previous 28 days to 42,369.

Subject: See how confirmed cases are rising in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 11:41 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/10/5/ff45a4f7-2ecd-4cc5-971e-c5168893b280.png

Subject: Spain surpasses 800,000 infections

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 12:26 pm

Spain has reported a rise of 23,480 coronavirus infections over the weekend, making it the first western European country to record more than 800,000 cases in total. The increase pushes the official count of infections since the start of the pandemic in Spain to 813,412, the eight-highest total in the world. The death toll reached 32,225, up from 32,086 on Friday, Spain’s health ministry said. "We are still very concerned, the next few weeks are going to be very tough," Health Minister Salvador Illa said at a news conference on Monday. Spain was one of the first European countries to see a second spike of coronavirus infections at the tail end of summer. Since then, the Spanish government has moved to impose restrictions to curb the spread of the disease in hotspots such as the capital Madrid. On Monday, a ban on non-essential travel began in Madrid. Under the new rules, residents can only cross city boundaries for work, school, health or shopping.

Subject: New York City mulls first new restrictions since rollback

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 1:05 pm

The mayor of New York City has requested the state's permission to place new lockdown orders on nine neighbourhoods in Brooklyn and Queens that are currently experiencing growing rates of tests coming back positive for coronavirus. It would mean the first new lockdown orders in the state, which only last month began to allow things like indoor dining to resume in the former epicentre of the US outbreak. According to Mayor Bill de Blasio, the shutdown would affect 500,000 people living in those communities. It would force non-essential businesses to close, restaurants to revert to takeout only and require schools to close for in-person learning.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/05/20 at 1:42 pm


It all comes down to common sense, protect those around you.



wash your hands and wear a mask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/20 at 2:00 pm



wash your hands and wear a mask.
...keep your distance.

Subject: US updates guidance on indoor virus spread

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/20 at 3:34 am

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its guidance to acknowledge the role of airborne transmission in the spread of coronavirus. The CDC now says that while the virus most often spreads through close contact or when an infected person sneezes or coughs, droplets containing the virus "can remain suspended in the air over long distances (usually greater than 6ft) and time (typically hours)". While it said the spread of the virus in this way was rare, the CDC said it was more likely to happen in enclosed spaces with poor ventilation or when shouting, singing or exercising. Medical experts have been calling for the CDC to include airborne transmission in its pandemic guidance, although many dispute the CDC's view that it is rare for the virus to spread in this way. In a letter published in the journal Science on Monday, six academics said "one is far more likely to inhale aerosols than be sprayed by a droplet, and so the balance of attention must be shifted to protecting against airborne transmission".

Subject: Almost 400 Queen's University students and staff self-isolating

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/20 at 3:39 am

Almost 400 students and staff at Queen's University in Belfast, Northern Ireland, are self-isolating after more than 160 people tested positive for Covid-19. A university spokesperson said the safety and wellbeing of staff and students was the university's first priority. They also said evidence gathered during contact tracing indicated that transmission was occurring "in social or accommodation settings as oppose to elsewhere on the campus". More than 50 universities in the UK are now reported to have Covid cases, including Northumbria University which confirmed 770 students had tested positive since returning in mid-September.

Subject: Ireland to bring in stricter rules from Wednesday

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/20 at 4:11 am

Action now can prevent the need for an "immediate comprehensive lockdown" in the Republic of Ireland, Taoiseach (Irish PM) Micheál Martin has said. In a televised address, he confirmed that level three restrictions would be imposed nationwide from Wednesday. The move rejects a recommendation by public health experts to impose the strictest level five measures. Mr Martin said moving to level five could have "severe implications". "If we all act now we can stop the need to go further, with introducing level four and five restrictions," he continued. The taoiseach said this would risk hundreds of thousands of jobs. The challenge for government "at this stage", he added, was to be as "effective and proportionate as possible" in how it deals with Covid-19.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-54422808

Subject: UK Covid deaths rise for the third consecutive week

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/20 at 6:13 am

In the week of 25 September, 234 registered deaths involved Covid-19 in the UK, three times higher than the low point reached three weeks previously. That level is well below the peak of 9,500 deaths in a week in mid-April and rising more slowly too, but the rate of rise is eerily familiar for a different reason. We have been seeing hospitalisations double roughly every two weeks, and confirmed cases are currently rising at that rate (if you strip out all the issues with delayed reporting). As we move towards the season of respiratory viruses, scientists advising the government say that we should expect these numbers to rise, since they do every year. The main question will be whether current rising numbers of detected infections flows through to the same rate of growth in the number of deaths in the coming weeks.

Subject: Covid MP 'went to church after having symptoms'

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/20 at 6:53 am


In the U.K. calls have gone out for a Scottish MP, Margaret Ferrier, to resign after she travelled by train to and from London despite having coronavirus symptoms over the weekend. She took a test but felt a bit better so she went to London. When she got a message saying she had tested positive she then went back home on the train.  ::)

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-54379026

Margaret Ferrier, the MP who has breached Covid guidance, is believed to have attended Mass at a Glasgow church after showing symptoms of the virus. She has been condemned for travelling to London after experiencing symptoms and having a test - then returning home to Scotland after testing positive. The Daily Record has now reported that the MP for Rutherglen and Hamilton West gave a reading at St Mungo's RC church in Townhead on Sunday 27 September. That was the day after she said she experienced "mild symptoms" and the day before her train trip. The Catholic Church in Scotland said it could not confirm whether Ms Ferrier, or anyone else, attended the Mass due to data protection laws. She has been suspended by the SNP and has faced calls to quit as an MP for risking the health of others in Parliament and on public transport.

Subject: Further coronavirus deaths reported in England and Wales

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/20 at 9:06 am

A further 50 people who tested positive for coronavirus have died in hospital in England, NHS England says. In Wales, a further 10 people have died and 425 people have tested positive for coronavirus, according to Public Health Wales. It comes as Welsh tourism businesses say proposals to quarantine visitors from Covid hotspots in England could "induce more cancellations and more uncertainty". So far, 15 of Wales' 22 counties have seen local lockdown restrictions put in place affecting more than two million people. UK-wide coronavirus figures are expected to be published by the government later.

Subject: How to tell which European countries are coping best with Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/20 at 9:15 am

As the Covid crisis has unfolded, infection rates have fluctuated and restrictions have proliferated. But it has always felt that there was one idea to cling to, that by working out which countries were doing well - and which were not - there was something to be learned. After all, historians will surely puzzle over how the countries of Western Europe, with broadly similar economies, produced such drastically different outcomes. So far, at least.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/10/6/ebfeb56b-e63d-4f29-8dc3-b72c3f5a8720.png

We use international comparisons all the time, of course, they're a way of measuring how our own governments are doing. But even comparing the simplest data can be complex. There can be differences in how and when death is reported, how co-morbidities are reflected on death certificates, and for how long after a positive test a death is considered to be Covid-related. All will influence how a country's performance at any given moment is measured. For the moment, the gaps in performance appear to be startling.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 10/06/20 at 10:11 am

Michigan governors actions with executive orders have been ruled unconstitutional and will be overturned. Now everything she proposes has to go through the legislature.

Now in the beginning she went overboard and that’s how this started. Not allowing even socially distant activities like taking your boat out on the lake. But she became more level headed over the summer, moderating areas as the virus dwindled. Having a statewide mask mandate, etc. However with late summer tourism especially around Labor Day we now have more daily cases than last spring. So She started restricting things in those hard hit northern areas which have almost no hospital capacity to begin with.

Now the orders can’t legally be enforced. She says she hopes people will do the right thing. That won’t happen. What good is it if a leader can’t do their job? God help us.

Subject: More restrictions to come for Northern Ireland

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/20 at 10:20 am

Further restrictions are on the way for Northern Ireland, the deputy first minister, Michelle O'Neill, has said. The timing will be discussed later this week. "All options" are on the table, she said, adding that ministers face tough decisions. Along with First Minister Arlene Foster, she has written an open letter urging people in the north west to stick to tougher Covid-19 rules brought in there. It comes as one further death was recorded by the Department of Health on Tuesday. It means 585 people in Northern Ireland have now died with the virus. A further 669 cases of Covid-19 were also recorded since Monday.

Subject: UK records 76 more coronavirus deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/20 at 10:22 am

A further 76 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. It brings the total number of deaths to 42,369. And there have been 14,542 positive coronavirus cases recorded in the UK in a 24-hour period, according to government data. It brings the total number of cases to 530,113.

Subject: New York City closes hundreds of schools in hot spots

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/20 at 11:07 am

New York is forcing hundreds of schools in Queens and Brooklyn to shut for in-person teaching amid persistently high positive rates in nine neighbourhoods with large populations of Orthodox Jews. The city's mayor had asked the governor for permission to close non-essential businesses as well, but the mayor declined. According to the local media, New York Mayor Bill de Blasio and New York Governor Andrew Cuomo have a longstanding political feud. On Monday, Cuomo threatened: "I have to say to the Orthodox community tomorrow, if you're not willing to live with these rules, then I'm going to close the synagogues." The order affects about 200 private schools and 100 public schools for two weeks. It represents the first major reversal to the city's rollback of virus mitigation measures.

Subject: Facebook removes President Trump’s flu post

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/20 at 11:41 am

Facebook has removed one of President Trump’s posts for breaching its rules on coronavirus misinformation. In the post, President Trump falsely claimed that Covid-19 is less deadly than the seasonal flu. “We remove incorrect information about the severity of Covid-19, and have now removed this post,” a Facebook spokesperson told CNBC. Trump has routinely played down the threat of the virus, telling Americans on Monday they had nothing to fear, after he spent time in hospital with Covid-19. The president shared a similar post about the flu to his Twitter account on Tuesday. The tweet remains accessible, but Twitter has flagged it for violating its rules about “spreading misleading and potentially harmful information related to Covid-19”. Experts say the mortality rate of Covid-19 it is thought to be far higher than that of most strains of the flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 22,000 people in the US died from the flu during the last flu season from late 2019 into 2020. By comparison, the coronavirus outbreak in the US has killed more than 210,000 people so far this year alone, data from Johns Hopkins University shows.

Subject: Sharp rise in England's Covid hospital admissions

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/20 at 11:44 am

The number of new Covid cases admitted to hospital has jumped by a quarter in England in a day. There were 478 hospitalisations on Sunday, up from 386 the day before. It is the largest daily figure since early June. There were no admissions in Northern Ireland, while the data for Scotland is not yet available for Sunday - and Wales counts cases differently. There are now nearly 2,800 patients in hospital in England with Covid. At the peak, it topped 17,000.

Subject: Re: Facebook removes President Trump’s flu post

Written By: wagonman76 on 10/06/20 at 12:51 pm


Facebook has removed one of President Trump’s posts for breaching its rules on coronavirus misinformation. In the post, President Trump falsely claimed that Covid-19 is less deadly than the seasonal flu. “We remove incorrect information about the severity of Covid-19, and have now removed this post,” a Facebook spokesperson told CNBC. Trump has routinely played down the threat of the virus, telling Americans on Monday they had nothing to fear, after he spent time in hospital with Covid-19. The president shared a similar post about the flu to his Twitter account on Tuesday. The tweet remains accessible, but Twitter has flagged it for violating its rules about “spreading misleading and potentially harmful information related to Covid-19”. Experts say the mortality rate of Covid-19 it is thought to be far higher than that of most strains of the flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 22,000 people in the US died from the flu during the last flu season from late 2019 into 2020. By comparison, the coronavirus outbreak in the US has killed more than 210,000 people so far this year alone, data from Johns Hopkins University shows.


I can only imagine how many more would have died so far if it was truly apples to apples to last years flu. Like if practically nobody wore masks or distanced or anything like that.

Subject: Covid: New Scottish virus restrictions to be announced

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/20 at 1:04 am

New restrictions aimed at slowing a surge in coronavirus cases are to be announced by Scotland's first minister. Nicola Sturgeon has already stressed the new rules will not signal a return to full lockdown, even for a short period of time. But there has been speculation travel restrictions could be imposed in areas with higher levels of the virus. And some pubs, restaurants and other venues could see tighter controls - or even temporary closure. Ms Sturgeon will confirm the new measures in a speech to the Scottish Parliament at about 14:50 BST. Education Secretary John Swinney will also update MSPs later in the day on plans for school exams in Scotland next year.

Full report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-54435870

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/20 at 3:34 am

The main UK stories this morning:

# New restrictions aimed at slowing a surge in coronavirus cases are to be announced by Scotland's first minister. Nicola Sturgeon has already stressed the new rules will not signal a return to full lockdown – but there has been speculation travel restrictions could be imposed in areas with higher levels of the virus and some hospitality venues could see tighter controls

# Coronavirus swabs and other key NHS tests for conditions including cancer are under threat, after a supply chain failure at a major diagnostics company

# Inspectors have demanded improvements from a hospital in Kent, south-east England, after a report highlighted a number of failings over Covid-19 precautions, including some staff wearing masks incorrectly and not using hand sanitiser

# An analysis of the government loan scheme for small businesses suggests criminals could have stolen more than £1.9bn from taxpayers

Subject: Tesco profits surge as online orders double

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/20 at 6:26 am

Tesco has reported that its profits have soared over the past six months, despite the pandemic. The supermarket giant said sales in the UK and Ireland rose more than 8% and it made a pre-tax profit of £551m, 28.7% up on 2019. With more customers turning to online shopping, Tesco more than doubled delivery capacity to 1.5 million slots a week, including serving 674,000 vulnerable customers. While demand for food rose, clothing fared less well, with sales down 17.2%.

Subject: White House infections spread

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/20 at 7:05 am

Covid-19 is spreading further among those around US President Donald Trump, with White House adviser Stephen Miller and a top military official infected. Mr Miller, who has been self-isolating for the past five days, confirmed on Tuesday that he had tested positive. Several military leaders are also quarantining after Coast Guard official Admiral Charles Ray tested positive. Meanwhile, Democratic candidate Joe Biden has said Mr Trump should not debate him if he is still infected.

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Subject: All bars and cafes in Brussels to close for a month

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/20 at 7:31 am

As Belgium’s federal government moves to tighten restrictions at the national level – introducing an 23:00 closing time for bars – the regional government of Brussels has taken steps to ensure its local measures are tighter still. From tomorrow morning all cafes and bars in the capital city and its surrounding region are being instructed to shut down for a month. Drinking alcohol outdoors will also be banned. The local rules come on top of new national rules, which limit the size of individual social bubbles to four people – it had been five until today. The regional Minister-President Rudi Vervoort said: "One person in every seven tested in Brussels returns a positive result. The virus is everywhere in the region." The Belgian government adviser Yves Van Laethem said Brussels was now in the top three most infected cities in Europe – still below Madrid but above Paris where a similar rule for bars has already been introduced.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What are Scotland's new restrictions?

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/20 at 9:49 am

Here’s a recap of what First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced this afternoon:


All pubs and restaurants across central Scotland - including in Glasgow and Edinburgh - are to be closed to all but takeaway customers
The five health board areas affected by the strictest rules are: Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Lanarkshire, Forth Valley, Lothian and Ayrshire and Arran
People in these areas are also being asked to avoid public transport
In other areas, licensed premises will be able to open until 6pm - but can only serve alcohol outdoors
The rules come into force at 18:00 on Friday and will be in place until 25 October
Cafes which do not have an alcohol licence will be able to stay open until 18:00
Snooker and pool halls, indoor bowling alleys, casinos and bingo halls will also close in the five health board areas for two weeks from 10 October
And contact sports for people aged 18 and over will be suspended for the next two weeks - with an exception for professional sports
Gyms can remain open for individual exercise



Subject: Further 14,162 coronavirus cases in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/20 at 11:11 am

A further 14,162 people have tested positive for coronavirus across the UK, the government has said. It brings the total number of UK cases to 544,275. A further 70 people have died within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test as of Wednesday. It brings the total deaths to 42,515.

Subject: Coronavirus: Specialist 'long Covid' clinics to be set up in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/20 at 11:21 am

People with "long Covid" symptoms will be offered specialist help at clinics across England, the head of NHS England has announced. Sir Simon Stevens said there were "tens of thousands, probably hundreds of thousands" of patients affected. People with relatively mild coronavirus infections as well as those who have been treated in intensive care can have persistent health problems for months. The most common symptom of long Covid is crippling fatigue. But breathlessness, joint pain, anxiety, brain fog and many other symptoms have also been reported. And some estimates suggest one in 10 of those infected with the virus could be affected.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54449145

Subject: Italy sees highest daily spike since full lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/20 at 11:49 am

Italy has recorded 3,678 new coronavirus infections over the past 24 hours, the biggest daily rise since mid-April when the country was under a national lockdown. It was the steepest 24-hour rise since 17 April, when 3,786 new infections were reported, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). In recent weeks, coronavirus infections have been rising at a steadier rate than during the first wave of the pandemic, when the Italian government imposed one of the strictest nationwide lockdowns in the world. That lockdown inflicted heavy economic costs, but brought contagion under control by the summer, allowing the government to reopen restaurants, bars and shops. Now, as winter approaches and indoor gatherings become more common, the virus is spreading once again, a trend seen across Europe. However, there are still far fewer daily infections in Italy than elsewhere in Europe, with France, Spain and the UK all registering thousands more cases per day.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/20 at 1:13 pm


Here’s a recap of what First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced this afternoon:


All pubs and restaurants across central Scotland - including in Glasgow and Edinburgh - are to be closed to all but takeaway customers
The five health board areas affected by the strictest rules are: Greater Glasgow and Clyde, Lanarkshire, Forth Valley, Lothian and Ayrshire and Arran
People in these areas are also being asked to avoid public transport
In other areas, licensed premises will be able to open until 6pm - but can only serve alcohol outdoors
The rules come into force at 18:00 on Friday and will be in place until 25 October
Cafes which do not have an alcohol licence will be able to stay open until 18:00
Snooker and pool halls, indoor bowling alleys, casinos and bingo halls will also close in the five health board areas for two weeks from 10 October
And contact sports for people aged 18 and over will be suspended for the next two weeks - with an exception for professional sports
Gyms can remain open for individual exercise


How long will it be when England follows suit?

Subject: New restrictions for England likely on Monday

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/20 at 2:42 pm


How long will it be when England follows suit?
The government is likely to tighten coronavirus restrictions for parts of England on Monday - including the possibility of closing pubs and restaurants, the BBC understands. Ministers are also likely to introduce three tiers for local lockdowns. But ministers are now discussing how severe the top tier should be. The Treasury is looking at providing financial support to the hospitality industry in the worst hit areas. BBC political editor Laura Kuenssberg says this support could also be distributed across the country if there were widespread closures.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-54457377

Subject: Re: White House infections spread

Written By: Howard on 10/07/20 at 3:29 pm


Covid-19 is spreading further among those around US President Donald Trump, with White House adviser Stephen Miller and a top military official infected. Mr Miller, who has been self-isolating for the past five days, confirmed on Tuesday that he had tested positive. Several military leaders are also quarantining after Coast Guard official Admiral Charles Ray tested positive. Meanwhile, Democratic candidate Joe Biden has said Mr Trump should not debate him if he is still infected.

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Maybe Trump should take a break.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/20 at 3:41 pm


Maybe Trump should take a break.
A 4 to 5 year break?

Subject: England could shut bars and restaurants in hotspots

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 2:53 am

Bars and restaurants could be closed in parts of England from early next week, sources told the BBC, as the government seeks to tackle rising infections. Overnight stays away from home could be banned and a three-tier system of local restrictions introduced

Subject: Trump hails experimental treatment as 'cure'

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 3:23 am

Donald Trump has claimed his treatment with an experimental drug cocktail last week was a "cure" - rather than just a therapeutic. In video posted on Twitter, the US president said his infection "was a blessing from God" in disguise. Trump, who spent three days in hospital with Covid-19, said he was feeling great, and wanted all Americans to have free access to the treatments he was given, a combination of antibodies still undergoing clinical trials. He added that hundreds of thousands of doses were nearly ready. The president has been widely criticised for his handling of the pandemic, and critics say he has repeatedly downplayed the threat posed by the virus.

Subject: Big rise in Germany and Brussels cafes shut: Latest in Europe

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 3:34 am

Germany has reported 4,058 new infections - its highest daily number since the start of April - and there have been 16 more deaths. But officials point out testing has also risen sharply since the end of September. A number of Germany's 16 states now want visitors from hot-spot areas in Germany itself to provide negative tests before coming.

Brussels closed bars, cafes and tea rooms for a month this morning - and it has banned alcohol in public areas too - in an attempt to bring down infection rates in all the Belgian capital's 19 municipal areas. For the first time since May Belgium has more than 1,000 of its 2,000 coronavirus hospital beds filled.

Five French cities will be classified this evening as maximum alert zones, France Inter radio reports: Lille, Lyon, Grenoble, Saint-Etienne et Toulouse all have infection rates over 250 per 100,000 people. Last night President Emmanuel Macron said more restrictions were necessary to counter the spread similar to those already imposed in Marseille and Paris, "particularly among the elderly"; 143 people have been admitted to intensive care in the past 24 hours.

In Italy you now have to wear a mask outdoors unless you can guarantee continuous isolation - read more about the new rules here. President Sergio Mattarella has extended Italy's state of emergency until the end of January.

Sweden's seeing more cases in nursing homes - Swedish TV says there have been four outbreaks in the city of Uppsala alone.

Subject: Easyjet calls for government support as it faces £800m loss

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 4:03 am

EasyJet's chief executive has said the government "urgently needs to step up" with support for the aviation industry as the company warns it faces losses of more than £800m this year. "Aviation continues to face the most severe threat in its history and the UK government urgently needs to step up with a bespoke package of measures to ensure airlines are able to support economic recovery when it comes," Johan Lundgren said. The airline said it expects to fly at just 25% of normal capacity into next year and will be unable to report a profit for the first time in its 25-year history. The carrier has already taken a £600m loan from the government, cut 4,500 jobs, raised £608m from selling aircraft and tapped shareholders for £419m.

Subject: Cafes and bars shut in Brussels amid stark situation

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 6:24 am

Cafes and bars in the Belgian capital, Brussels, have been ordered to close this morning for at least a month, as authorities try to reduce the sharp rise in covid19 cases. Belgian officials say Brussels is now in the top three most infected cities, second only to the Spanish capital Madrid. The coronavirus situation is stark. According to the regional president, one person out of every seven tested, returns a positive result. There is notable pressure on hospitals in the city, with one hospital transporting patients elsewhere to cope with the demand for ICU beds. Officials say it is because people have become complacent, fatigued by the rules. Cafes and bars have been described as contamination hotspots. Restaurants are allowed to remain open. Since the announcement, most of the regional government has had to gone into isolation, after one of the ministers tested positive.

Subject: Covid deaths three times higher than flu and pneumonia

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 6:29 am

Three times as many people have died from Covid-19 than from flu and pneumonia in England and Wales this year, according to official figures. Between January and August 2020, there were 48,168 deaths due to Covid-19 compared to 13,600 from pneumonia. Only 394 were due to flu. The Office for National Statistics analysis looked at the underlying cause of death. Deaths from flu have been particularly low this year. The highest number of deaths from flu and pneumonia occurred in January, during winter, when there is usually lots of flu around. But deaths due to Covid-19 were higher between March and June. "The mortality rate for Covid-19 is also significantly higher than influenza and pneumonia rates for both 2020 and the five-year average," said Sarah Caul, from the ONS. "Since 1959, which is when ONS monthly death records began, the number of deaths due to influenza and pneumonia in the first eight months of every year have been lower than the number of Covid-19 deaths seen, so far, in 2020."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54463511

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/08/20 at 7:45 am


A 4 to 5 year break?


much more like it.

Subject: Re: Trump hails experimental treatment as 'cure'

Written By: Howard on 10/08/20 at 7:46 am


Donald Trump has claimed his treatment with an experimental drug cocktail last week was a "cure" - rather than just a therapeutic. In video posted on Twitter, the US president said his infection "was a blessing from God" in disguise. Trump, who spent three days in hospital with Covid-19, said he was feeling great, and wanted all Americans to have free access to the treatments he was given, a combination of antibodies still undergoing clinical trials. He added that hundreds of thousands of doses were nearly ready. The president has been widely criticized for his handling of the pandemic, and critics say he has repeatedly downplayed the threat posed by the virus.


That must've been some quick recovery.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 7:47 am


That must've been some quick recovery.  :o
Exactly as I was thinking... ?

Subject: Germany warns: Virus could spread 'uncontrollably'

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 8:45 am

Some strong words coming from Germany, where the leading health official has warned the country could see 10,000 new infections per day unless people stick to hygiene and social distancing rules. "The current situation worries me a lot. We don't know how things will develop over the next few weeks," said Lothar Wieler, head of the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) for infectious diseases. "It's possible that we will see more than 10,000 new cases a day. It's possible that the virus spreads uncontrollably." Germany has reported a spike in daily infections, with confirmed cases rising by almost a third to 4,058. Although lower than many other European countries, it is the highest number of cases in the past 24 hours since April. Health Minister Jens Spahn has described the increase as worrying, telling Germans they must not become complacent. "At the end of the day, it's us, the citizens who - through your prudent actions - have brought Germany through this crisis so far, not least because you've integrated the rules into your day-to-day life," he said. "We must not gamble away this achievement. The situation in the capital shows how careless, sometimes ignorant actions on the pandemic can quickly lead to other developments."

Subject: Where are England's promised Covid marshals?

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 8:50 am

In England, an extra £30m is being provided to police to enforce coronavirus restrictions, along with £30m for local councils - including for the "Covid marshals" promised last month by the prime minister. But Local Government Secretary Robert Jenrick was unable to say how many of the marshals have been put into action so far. It comes after the website PoliticsHome reported that just four out of the top 100 councils have put any Covid marshals on the streets. Blackpool and Northampton are among the areas which have recruited marshals to help ensure people stick to the regulations in town and city centres - although they have no legal powers of enforcement. But Jenrick told BBC Breakfast that it was "never the idea" to have people on the streets in every neighbourhood "wearing Covid marshal uniforms". Instead, he said it was up to local authorities to decide on a "range of different solutions", with some using local council support staff to take a "softer approach" to encouraging compliance and others hiring additional environmental protection officers.

Subject: Masks made mandatory outdoors across Italy

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 9:11 am

Italy has made it mandatory to wear face masks in outdoor spaces across the country in an attempt to contain the spread of the coronavirus. Italians must also wear masks indoors everywhere except in private homes.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 10:17 am

Another 77 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test have been recorded in the UK. The total number of deaths with coronavirus on the death certificate in the UK is now 57,347.

A further 17,540 coronavirus cases have been recorded across the UK, data from the government's Covid-19 dashboard shows. It means a total of 544,275 lab-confirmed cases have been recorded in the UK since the pandemic began.

Subject: Coronavirus: Another 1,600 Newcastle students test positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 10:54 am

A further 1,600 students have tested positive for coronavirus at Newcastle's two universities. Newcastle University said 1,003 students and 12 members of staff were confirmed to have Covid-19 in the past week, compared with 94 last Friday. There were also 619 new cases at Northumbria University, which last week said 770 people had contracted the illness since mid-September. Both universities have moved the majority of teaching online.

Subject: Italy records biggest daily rise in cases since 12 April

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 11:35 am

Italy has recorded 4,458 new coronavirus infections over the past 24 hours, the biggest daily rise since mid-April when the country was under a national lockdown. It is the steepest 24-hour rise since 12 April, when 4,694 new infections were reported, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The Italian government managed to bring its coronavirus epidemic under control by imposing one of the strictest nationwide lockdowns in the world from March. That lockdown inflicted heavy economic costs, but allowed the government to reopen restaurants, bars and shops by summer. But the virus is spreading once again, albeit at a steadier rate than during the first wave of the pandemic. On Thursday, the government made it mandatory to wear face masks in outdoor spaces to contain the spread of the coronavirus.

Subject: NHS waiting list at 12-year high

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 11:54 am

The number of people waiting for more than a year for hospital treatment has risen to a 12-year high in England as the NHS struggles to get back to normal amid the coronavirus pandemic. Nearly 2m patients have been waiting more than the target time of 18 weeks for routine care with 111,000 left for more than a year, NHS England figures show. The numbers starting cancer treatment and getting urgent checks are also below the levels seen a year ago but the NHS is seeing more people than in the spring when the pandemic hit.

Subject: Four French cities raised to maximum alert level

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/20 at 12:16 pm

The French cities of Lyon, Lille, Grenoble and Saint-Etienne will become maximum-alert zones for coronavirus from Saturday, French Health Minister Olivier Veran has announced. The coronavirus alert level was raised to maximum in Paris earlier this week and Marseille last month, leading to the closure of bars and restaurants. "The situation has deteriorated in several metropolises in recent days," Veran said at a news conference on Thursday. “Every day, more and more people are infected.” He said the alert level could soon be raised to maximum in Toulouse and Montpellier, which are seeing worrying spikes in infections. France's maximum alert level comes into force when the infection rate in a locality exceeds 250 infections per 100,000 people and at least 30% of intensive care beds are reserved for Covid-19 patients. Minutes before Vernan made his announcement, French health authorities reported 18,129 new Covid-19 infections on Thursday, slightly lower than Wednesday's all-time high of 18,746 daily cases. Infections have risen rapidly since the end of summer in France, a trend seen across Europe as winter approaches.

Subject: Re: Four French cities raised to maximum alert level

Written By: nally on 10/08/20 at 12:20 pm


The French cities of Lyon, Lille, Grenoble and Saint-Etienne will become maximum-alert zones for coronavirus from Saturday, French Health Minister Olivier Veran has announced. The coronavirus alert level was raised to maximum in Paris earlier this week and Marseille last month, leading to the closure of bars and restaurants. "The situation has deteriorated in several metropolises in recent days," Veran said at a news conference on Thursday. “Every day, more and more people are infected.” He said the alert level could soon be raised to maximum in Toulouse and Montpellier, which are seeing worrying spikes in infections. France's maximum alert level comes into force when the infection rate in a locality exceeds 250 infections per 100,000 people and at least 30% of intensive care beds are reserved for Covid-19 patients. Minutes before Vernan made his announcement, French health authorities reported 18,129 new Covid-19 infections on Thursday, slightly lower than Wednesday's all-time high of 18,746 daily cases. Infections have risen rapidly since the end of summer in France, a trend seen across Europe as winter approaches.


Speaking of alert levels, certain counties in California (including the one I live in) had been in the maximum alert level, but earlier this week they moved down to the second tier, allowing certain places to reopen to limited capacity.

Subject: Re: Masks made mandatory outdoors across Italy

Written By: Howard on 10/08/20 at 1:46 pm


Italy has made it mandatory to wear face masks in outdoor spaces across the country in an attempt to contain the spread of the coronavirus. Italians must also wear masks indoors everywhere except in private homes.


Just like New York City, you must wear a mask indoors and outdoors.

Subject: Re: Masks made mandatory outdoors across Italy

Written By: nally on 10/08/20 at 4:31 pm


Just like New York City, you must wear a mask indoors and outdoors.

As well in other densely populated metropolises, such as L.A.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/09/20 at 10:42 am

Two days after Premier Doug Ford declared that he "flattened the curve", Ontario's daily infection soared to just under 1000, from 700 two days ago when the declaration was made.  Hospitalizations have quadrupled since the start of September. The Premier said he needs "hardcore evidence" that indoor gatherings cause infections before he takes any action. :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/20 at 10:50 am

It, as above, with London, and the UK, cases are doubling each week and the death rate is rising. The second wave is upon us. It is only now a few days wait for London to be lockdown again, and the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan fears of it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/09/20 at 11:37 am


It, as above, with London, and the UK, cases are doubling each week and the death rate is rising. The second wave is upon us. It is only now a few days wait for London to be lockdown again, and the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan fears of it.


If they had acted a month ago when cases were rising we wouldn't be in this mess right now.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/20 at 11:53 am


If they had acted a month ago when cases were rising we wouldn't be in this mess right now.  :-\\
Exactly, it is considered that the lockdown in March started late, and the ban on foreign travel too.

Subject: UK records a further 13,864 coronavirus cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/09/20 at 12:32 pm

The UK has recorded 13,864 confirmed coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, 3,676 fewer than yesterday. It also reported another 87 people died within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test, the highest total since 14 June. Separate figures published by the UK's statistics agencies show there have now been 58,000 deaths registered in the UK where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/09/20 at 7:39 pm

All bars, restaurants, gyms and other indoor sports facilities will be closed for 28 days starting at midnight in Toronto, Ottawa and Peel Region (suburb of Toronto).

Gee, wonderful timing. Better late than never I guess. It could have just been 4 or 5 days of closures if he did this a month ago. It is Thanksgiving weekend in Canada, so I'm expecting cases to explode in the coming weeks.

For whatever reason my region is not reconfining, even though the second wave is worse than the first wave and we are right next to Toronto and Peel.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 10/10/20 at 3:48 pm


All bars, restaurants, gyms and other indoor sports facilities will be closed for 28 days starting at midnight in Toronto, Ottawa and Peel Region (suburb of Toronto).

Gee, wonderful timing. Better late than never I guess. It could have just been 4 or 5 days of closures if he did this a month ago. It is Thanksgiving weekend in Canada, so I'm expecting cases to explode in the coming weeks.

For whatever reason my region is not reconfining, even though the second wave is worse than the first wave and we are right next to Toronto and Peel.  ::)


I hope that Canada doesn't shut down the Windsor Ballet.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/10/20 at 8:50 pm


I hope that Canada doesn't shut down the Windsor Ballet.


I know you're probably joking but they did. I complain that our Premier "did nothing", but he did shut down strip clubs (and ban alcohol sales after 11pm) about two weeks ago.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 10/11/20 at 7:22 am


I know you're probably joking but they did. I complain that our Premier "did nothing", but he did shut down strip clubs (and ban alcohol sales after 11pm) about two weeks ago.


Wow, that was a severe action. I wonder where Motown salesmen now take their customers for, uh, business entertainment”? ??? Major impact to the USA-CAN balance of trade.  :P

Hopefully none of them go out of business because the town no longer grants licenses for new clubs.

Subject: Covid: New local lockdown restrictions in England to be unveiled

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 12:27 am

New local lockdown rules for England are due to be announced later.  The Liverpool City Region is expected to face the tightest restrictions under a new "three tier" system, which will classify regions as being at a "medium," "high" or "very high" level of alert. But Steve Rotheram, the city region's mayor, said "no deal has been agreed". Talks between local leaders elsewhere in England and the government in Westminster continue. Liverpool recorded 600 cases per 100,000 people in the week ending 6 October. The average for England was 74. The Liverpool City Region includes the local authority districts of Halton, Knowsley, Sefton, St Helens and Wirral, as well as Liverpool.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54499963

Subject: Covid virus survives up to 28 days

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 2:05 am

The virus responsible for Covid-19 can remain infectious on surfaces such as banknotes, phone screens and stainless steel for 28 days, researchers say. The findings from Australia's national science agency suggest SARS-Cov-2 can survive for far longer than thought. However, the experiment was conducted in the dark. UV light has already been shown to kill the virus. Some experts have also thrown doubt on the actual threat posed by surface transmission in real life. The coronavirus is mostly transmitted when people cough, sneeze or talk.

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Subject: China to test 9m in five days

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 2:51 am

The Chinese city of Qingdao is testing its entire population of nine million people for Covid-19 over a period of five days. It comes after a dozen cases were confirmed linked to a local hospital which treats imported patients. China had in May tested the entire city of Wuhan - a population of 11 million and the epicentre of the global outbreak. The country has largely brought the virus under control. That's in stark contrast to other parts of the world where there are still high case numbers and lockdown restrictions of varying severity.

Subject: Iran hits half a million infections

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 3:08 am

Iran has hit half a million virus infections, with more than 3,800 new cases confirmed. Fines are now being implemented in theran for those who ignore regulations including refusing to quarantine while sick and failing to wear a mask in public. Business can be given fines for not ensuring customers wear masks. Meanwhile, the country's nuclear chief Ali Akbar Salehi has tested positive for the virus. A total of 28,544 people have died of Covid-19 in Iran.

Subject: Saturday night street scenes amid curfew in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 3:59 am

All pubs, bars, restaurants and other hospitality venues in England are required to close at 22:00 BST to try and contain a surge of new coronavirus cases. But videos on social media showed Saturday night street scenes in some UK cities, including an impromptu game of cricket in London.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 4:52 am

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There have been 600,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus so far in the UK and more than 40,000 people have died, government figures show. However, these figures include only people who have died within 28 days of testing positive for coronavirus and other measures suggest the number of deaths is higher.

Subject: Coronavirus alert levels in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 5:31 am

As we've already mentioned, a new "three-tier" system for local lockdowns is due to be announced later. You can find more information on the three alert levels here:

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Subject: Covid: Nightingale hospitals in North told to get ready

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 6:00 am

NHS Nightingale hospitals in some worst affected regions in the North of England are being asked to get ready to take patients. Government advisers say admissions are rising, with more elderly people needing urgent treatment for Covid. More people are now in hospital with Covid than before restrictions were announced in March. England's deputy chief medical officer said a "marked pick-up" in cases would lead to more deaths. Prof Jonathan Van-Tam said: "Already, with the cases that we know about, we have baked in additional hospital admissions and sadly we also have baked in additional deaths that are now consequent upon infections that have already happened." He warned that coronavirus was spreading from younger age groups into the over 60s who are more vulnerable. Cases are rising across most of England, but the North West is the worst affected.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'Marked pick up' in coronavirus cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 6:14 am

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England's deputy chief medical officer Professor Jonathan Van-Tam begins by showing a slide illustrating cases by date in the UK. He notes that the two peaks on the slide are an "apples and pears" comparison because the UK's testing capacity in the spring "was very much lower". But he says the key point is that "having had a very flat summer, you can see that from early September there has been a marked pick up". He notes the lag on the statistics from cases to hospital admissions and deaths.

Subject: What did the scientists say today?

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 7:39 am

The government's scientific and medical advisers have spoken about the latest coronavirus data. Here's what we learned:


Three Nightingale hospitals in the north of England have been asked to get ready to accept patients in the next few weeks. Nightingale hospitals were set up across the UK at the start of the first wave of the pandemic in the spring, to be used in the event of the NHS being overwhelmed. Nightingale hospitals in Manchester, Sunderland and Harrogate have been asked to "mobilise"
It's "wishful thinking" that elderly people can somehow be "fenced off" from the risk of the virus, NHS England's medical director Prof Steve Powis said. There are already steep rises in the number of over-65s - and particularly over-85s - being admitted to hospital
More people are now in hospital with Covid-19 than before the first batch of lockdown restrictions were introduced in March
The executive medical director of Manchester University's Foundation Trust, Dr Jane Eddleston, urged people to take the virus "extremely seriously". She says nearly 40% of England's Covid cases are in north-west England
Jonathan Van-Tam, England's deputy chief medical officer, made clear it's not just a problem for the North. On the contrary, he said: "Pretty much all areas of the UK are now seeing growths in the infection rate."

Subject: 'Merseyside bars and pubs set to close; restaurants spared'

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 9:25 am

Some more detail now on what rules there might be for parts of the UK expecting to be put into the third - and most serious - tier of coronavirus restrictions later on today. Our political correspondent says Merseyside MPs on a phone call with Health Secretary Matt Hancock have been told bars, pubs, gyms and betting shops will have to close, while restaurants will stay open for now.

Subject: Pope's Swiss Guards test positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 9:35 am

Four Swiss Guards - the papal protection force - have coronavirus symptoms and been placed in isolation, the Holy See's press office has announced. There have been three other cases in recent weeks, said the director of the office Matteo Bruni. The Holy See has had 12 confirmed cases and no deaths, according to a world-wide tally kept by the Johns Hopkins University in the US. The 110 member Swiss Guard are responsible for the personal security of the Pope. They have served the papacy for five centuries, first coming to Rome to protect Pope Julius II in 1506. Members of the Guard must be Swiss, Catholic, single and under the age of 30. They are also required to complete basic training with the Swiss army.

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Subject: UK records a further 13,972 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 10:51 am

The government has released its daily coronavirus figures, announcing a further 13,972 confirmed cases on Monday. The government also announced a further 50 people had died with Covid-19, after testing positive within the last 28 days. That includes 43 in England, four in Wales, three in Northern Ireland and none in Scotland.

Subject: Liverpool will face strictest rules from Wednesday

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 11:05 am

The prime minister confirms that most areas already subject to local restrictions - on top of the national rules - will automatically move into the "high alert" category - that is, tier two. In addition Nottinghamshire, east and west Cheshire, and a small area of the High Peak will also move into that tier, he says, after a rise in cases in those areas. The "very high alert level" will apply where transmission rates are rising most rapidly, and "where the NHS could soon be under unbearable pressure without further restrictions", he says. Merseyside - including the city of Liverpool - will be in the "very high alert" category, under the most severe set of restrictions, from Wednesday. "Engagement with other leaders in the North West, the North East and Yorkshire and Humber is continuing," the PM adds. "I know how difficult this is, they like us, like everyone in this House, are grappling with very real dilemmas, but we cannot let the NHS fall over when lives are at stake." He urges local authorities to "work with us on these difficult but necessary measures in the areas that are rated very high" in return for more support, adding: "I believe not to act would be unforgivable so I hope that rapid progress can be made in the coming days."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Daily hospital admissions are rising.

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/12/20 at 11:27 am


The government has released its daily coronavirus figures, announcing a further 13,972 confirmed cases on Monday. The government also announced a further 50 people had died with Covid-19, after testing positive within the last 28 days. That includes 43 in England, four in Wales, three in Northern Ireland and none in Scotland.
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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Katluver on 10/12/20 at 11:21 pm

Just read this wonderful piece of news...

https://nationalpost.com/pmn/health-pmn/coronavirus-can-last-28-days-on-glass-currency-study-finds

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/20 at 1:03 am


Just read this wonderful piece of news...

https://nationalpost.com/pmn/health-pmn/coronavirus-can-last-28-days-on-glass-currency-study-finds
How can the Covid-19 particles remaining on surfaces for longer period of time be wonderful?

Subject: Unemployment surges to 4.5% by August as pandemic hits jobs

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/20 at 1:28 am

The UK unemployment rate rose to 4.5% between June and August as the pandemic continued to hit jobs, official figures show. An estimated 1.5 million people were unemployed in the period, 209,000 more than a year earlier, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said. The ONS said there were almost 500,000 fewer people in work than in March.

Subject: Covid: Sage scientists called for short lockdown weeks ago

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/20 at 2:14 am

The government's scientific advisers called for a short lockdown in England to halt the spread of Covid-19 last month, newly released documents show.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54518002

Subject: Shielding not needed yet, despite rising Covid rate

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/20 at 6:29 am

Shielding is not being reintroduced in England, despite rising levels of coronavirus across most of the nation. Government advisors say that, unlike in March, there are other protective measures in place - such as the rule of six and the wearing of face coverings in shops - to help reduce the spread. But people should take precautions to avoid getting Covid. Those who were on the shielding list will receive a letter about the advice with tips on how they should do this.
The advice is tailored according to the local Covid alert level the person lives in, using the new three-tier system: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54525067

Subject: Vaccine trial paused after participant falls ill

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/20 at 6:59 am

Johnson & Johnson has temporarily paused its multinational Covid vaccine trial to investigate why one participant in the study fell ill. The company says an independent review will check if the person's unexplained symptoms are related to the jab. It has suspended recruitment to the phase 3 trial as a precaution. The company says that in large trials with tens of thousands of volunteers it is expected that some may become unwell during the study period. It said it could not give more details about the participant, for privacy reasons. "We're also learning more about this participant's illness, and it's important to have all the facts before we share additional information," it said in a statement. It is not the first Covid vaccine trial to have to take a pause. The UK's Oxford University study had an unexplained illness too, but has since deemed it safe to resume, except for in the US where regulators are still in discussions with the manufacturer Astra Zeneca. The Johnson & Johnson trial started recruiting participants in late September, with a goal of enrolling up to 60,000 volunteers across more than 200 sites in the US as well as in South America and South Africa.

Subject: Re: Covid virus survives up to 28 days

Written By: Howard on 10/13/20 at 7:56 am


The virus responsible for Covid-19 can remain infectious on surfaces such as banknotes, phone screens and stainless steel for 28 days, researchers say. The findings from Australia's national science agency suggest SARS-Cov-2 can survive for far longer than thought. However, the experiment was conducted in the dark. UV light has already been shown to kill the virus. Some experts have also thrown doubt on the actual threat posed by surface transmission in real life. The coronavirus is mostly transmitted when people cough, sneeze or talk.

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I always wash my hands and I try not to touch my face.

Subject: Analysis: UK deaths doubling every fortnight

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/20 at 8:03 am

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There were 11,444 deaths registered in the UK in the week to 2 October, according to figures from the Office for National Statistics. Of these, 343 mentioned Covid-19 on the death certificate, a figure that has been doubling every fortnight over the last month. The low point for deaths involving Covid-19 was 83 at the start of September. Two weeks later, that figure rose to just under 160 and then doubled again in the most recent figures. This is still far below the peak of 9,500 seen in a single week in April. It would have to double five more times to reach that scale. Professor Jonathan Van-Tam said yesterday that some further rises in the number of deaths are already “baked in” in the coming weeks by the rises we have seen in people testing positive and people going into hospital with coronavirus.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cases and deaths around the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/20 at 8:47 am

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Coronavirus is continuing its spread across the world, with more than 37 million confirmed cases in 189 countries and more than one million deaths. The virus is surging in many regions and some countries that had apparent success in suppressing initial outbreaks are also seeing infections rise again.

Subject: Covid-19: London restrictions could increase 'within a week

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/20 at 9:03 am

London could be put in a stricter lockdown within days, Mayor Sadiq Khan has warned. The government unveiled a three-tier system of restrictions in England to try to stop Covid spreading. London is classed as Tier One, the lowest level, and subject to national rules including the rule of six and the 22:00 curfew on hospitality venues. "Londoners should understand that this could change very quickly - potentially even this week," the mayor said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-54520704

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 17,234 more Covid-19 cases in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/20 at 10:21 am

A further 17,234 coronavirus cases have been reported in the UK, according to figures on the government's Covid-19 dashboard. It marks a rise on the same figure for the previous 24 hours and takes the UK's total case number to 617,688. There was also a rise in the number of deaths reported. A further 148 deaths within 28 days of a positive test were recorded on Tuesday, more than double the previous day's figure. Reporting lags and a known 'weekend effect' can inflate figures on Mondays and Tuesdays. There were 4,367 people in hospital with coronavirus on Sunday 11 October.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Henk on 10/13/20 at 12:57 pm

There seems to be no stopping Covid-19, in spite of earlier precautionary measures by the Dutch government.
Today, the government announced new and rigorous measures: bars and restaurants will be closed again, as was the case in spring, when Covid-19 first hit our country.
There's no more alcohol to be sold after 8PM. Open air events are cancelled. No more than three guests allowed in your house. Most sporting events are cancelled as well (with the exception of professional football, of course... because we all know you can't get Covid-19 from playing soccer!)

These are the latest stats:

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/20 at 1:12 pm


There seems to be no stopping Covid-19, in spite of earlier precautionary measures by the Dutch government.
Today, the government announced new and rigorous measures: bars and restaurants will be closed again, as was the case in spring, when Covid-19 first hit our country.
There's no more alcohol to be sold after 8PM. Open air events are cancelled. No more than three guests allowed in your house. Most sporting events are cancelled as well (with the exception of professional football, of course... because we all know you can't get Covid-19 from playing soccer!)

These are the latest stats:


Portugal and Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo has tested positive for coronavirus, the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) has announced. The 35-year-old is not showing any symptoms and has been sent home from international duty to self-isolate. Portugal face Sweden in a Nations League group game on Wednesday. The remainder of Fernando Santos' Portugal squad have tested negative for Covid-19 and are available for selection. Portugal played out a 0-0 draw with France in Paris on Sunday and are top of the group, level on points with the world champions.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cases and deaths around the world

Written By: Howard on 10/13/20 at 2:05 pm


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Coronavirus is continuing its spread across the world, with more than 37 million confirmed cases in 189 countries and more than one million deaths. The virus is surging in many regions and some countries that had apparent success in suppressing initial outbreaks are also seeing infections rise again.


I always wondered if only 1 person had died from coronavirus, would we still be in this situation like we are now?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/20 at 2:12 pm


I always wondered if only 1 person had died from coronavirus, would we still be in this situation like we are now?
In one way, it is the people infecting other people that has spread the virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cases and deaths around the world

Written By: wagonman76 on 10/13/20 at 5:30 pm


I always wondered if only 1 person had died from coronavirus, would we still be in this situation like we are now?


Sad that at this point you could watch the numbers increase in real time like the tickers they show for the National debt.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 3:15 am


Sad that at this point you could watch the numbers increase in real time like the tickers they show for the National debt.
The economy is suffering, but some people are starting new business of their own, but  it is too early to make a difference.

Subject: Three-tier system comes into force in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 3:26 am

Tighter curbs on socialising are now in place for millions in the Midlands and the North, and talks are ongoing about whether other regions should join Liverpool on the "very high" level. This is what we know about how the system works and five questions still to be answered. Pressure is already growing on Boris Johnson to go further, especially after the Labour leader called for a so-called "circuit break" - a short-term period of temporary, nationwide lockdown. Sir Keir Starmer is bound to push hard on that at prime minister's questions today. Can the PM hold out against going further, and indeed, should he?

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Subject: Coronavirus: Liverpool crowds dispersed on eve of new restrictions

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 4:44 am

FOOLHARDY!!!!!!!!!

Police were forced to disperse large crowds in Liverpool just hours before new coronavirus restrictions came into force. Footage on social media showed people dancing and surrounding a police car in the city's Concert Square at 22:00 BST. Liverpool City Region is the only area in the top tier of the new system and means pubs not serving meals must shut. Police said the crowds were dispersed quickly. Liverpool mayor Joe Anderson said the images "shame our city".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-54535481

Subject: Schools to close and tight new hospitality rules in Northern IrelandSchools will

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 5:21 am

Schools will close from Monday and pubs and restaurants face new restrictions from Friday, in a bid to stem cases of Covid-19, First Minister Arlene Foster has said. The moves are among new restrictions being imposed by the executive. Hospitality businesses will be limited to takeaway and delivery services for four weeks from Friday. Health officials had warned infections would rise further if both schools and hospitality premises remained open.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-54533643

Subject: Liverpool's critical care beds 'over 90% full'

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 6:11 am

Intensive care units (ICU) at Liverpool hospitals are at 90% capacity, the city council has warned, as health facilities deal with a second spike of Covid-19 infections. Paul Brant, cabinet member for adult health and social care at Liverpool City Council, told BBC Radio 4's Today programme: "Our intensive, critical care beds are filling up very fast. "The most recent figures I've seen suggest they are over 90% full and our acute hospital trusts have occupancy levels of Covid-positive patients of over 250. "At the current rate of increase, we would expect Liverpool to surpass the peak of the first wave probably within the next seven to 10 days." He said not all patients in intensive care were suffering from Covid, but warned units were "running-very full" with an increasing number of coronavirus-positive people requiring care. He added: "It has become clear that the intensity of the demand on hospital services here in Liverpool is crowding out anything other than dealing with Covid."

Subject: Little Mix The Search: BBC talent show halted by positive Covid tests

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 7:03 am

Filming on Little Mix's BBC One talent show has been halted after a "small number of people" involved in the series tested positive for Covid-19. Saturday's broadcast of Little Mix The Search has been postponed as a result. Its producers said they hoped to be back on air by the following Saturday, 24 October. They have not revealed who has tested positive or how many, but did confirm that none of the four members of the UK girl band had contracted the virus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-54537761

Subject: Wales to ban travel from UK Covid hotspots

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 9:48 am

People from parts of England, Scotland and Northern Ireland that have high rates of coronavirus will be banned from travelling to Wales from Friday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-politics-54540764

Subject: Covid: Two-week circuit breaker 'may halve deaths', report says

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 10:09 am

A two-week circuit breaker at the end of October may halve Covid deaths in the UK between now and the end of the year, says a scientific report. A circuit breaker would see tighter restrictions on lives, possibly similar to the original lockdown. The researchers said this "buys more time to put other controls in place" but there is huge uncertainty. And they caution a circuit breaker has to be balanced against the impact on the economy and society. The point of a mini-lockdown, or circuit breaker, is to break transmission of the virus by introducing a fixed period of strict measures that stop us mixing with other people.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54538278

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Australia records new cluster cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 10:11 am

Australia has recorded several clusters of cases in the country. New South Wales recorded 13 new cases prompting the state to delay the easing of restrictions on restaurants and weddings. The state of Victoria recorded five deaths and seven cases. Four of those cases were in Melbourne. Currently, people in Melbourne are only allowed to leave their house for recreation for two hours. Three cases in Shepparton, north of Melbourne, are linked to a Melbourne resident who did not tell contact tracers that they had visited the city. Anyone who has symptoms in Shepparton has been told to get tested. Images from a testing site in Shepparton show long queues.

Subject: Infection rates rising across Europe

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 10:32 am

Across Europe, infection rates are rising - even in countries that have had greater success than most in keeping transmission down. Germany has seen more than 5,000 new infections for the first time since April, while France recently reported more 26,000 confirmed cases in one day. Italy also last week saw daily cases rise above 5,000 for the first time since the early days of the pandemic in March.

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In the Czech Republic, more than 8,000 new cases were announced today - the country's second-highest daily tally since the pandemic began. European governments are now fighting to keep a second wave of Covid-19 infections under control with a range of new measures and restrictions, including partial lockdowns.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 11:03 am

A further 19,724 cases of coronavirus have been recorded in the UK. And there have been 137 more deaths of people who had tested positive for Covid-19 in the previous 28 days.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Hospital admissions up across the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 11:46 am

There were 647 patients admitted to hospital with coronavirus in England on Monday, the day the most recent data is available from - up from 472 the previous week. It brought the total, since the pandemic began, to 125,343. There are currently, as of Wednesday, 4,146 people in hospital in England. A week ago, there were 2,944 in hospital. The different nations of the UK report their hospital figures in a slightly different way, so information from Wednesday is not available everywhere yet. In Scotland, 527 Covid-19 patients were in hospital as of Tuesday, up from 262 a week earlier. In Wales, 345 Covid-19 patients were in hospital as of Tuesday, up from 261 a week earlier. And in Northern Ireland, 150 Covid-19 patients were in hospital as of Monday, up from 129 the previous week.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 12:34 pm


There seems to be no stopping Covid-19, in spite of earlier precautionary measures by the Dutch government.
Today, the government announced new and rigorous measures: bars and restaurants will be closed again, as was the case in spring, when Covid-19 first hit our country.
There's no more alcohol to be sold after 8PM. Open air events are cancelled. No more than three guests allowed in your house. Most sporting events are cancelled as well (with the exception of professional football, of course... because we all know you can't get Covid-19 from playing soccer!)

These are the latest stats:


Please take good care, the Covid-19 is taking over the world again.

Subject: France introduces 'health state of emergency'

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/20 at 12:48 pm

France is re-imposing a state of health emergency to contain the spread of Covid-19, the government says. It comes shortly before President Emmanuel Macron is due to appear on national television at 19:00 GMT. He is expected to detail fresh coronavirus measures. The change will allow "measures proportional to the health risks to be taken", and will come into force on Saturday, according to minutes from a cabinet meeting and reported by AFP. The country, like many European nations, is grappling with rising case numbers in the pandemic's second wave. Macron will give interviews with two French journalists in his TV appearance, his office says. Earlier this week, Prime Minister Jean Castex said lockdowns may be introduced again if infection rates do not improve in hard-hit areas.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cases and deaths around the world

Written By: Howard on 10/14/20 at 3:21 pm


Sad that at this point you could watch the numbers increase in real time like the tickers they show for the National debt.


It's so astounding, by next month or I think it was in December will make it a year since the pandemic had entered Wuhan China.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 1:27 am


It's so astounding, by next month or I think it was in December will make it a year since the pandemic had entered Wuhan China.
...and the whole world has change, and this is now the new norm.

Subject: Covid-19: Talks continue over new restrictions for parts of England

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 1:28 am

Talks are continuing between the government and local leaders over the expansion of the strictest coronavirus restrictions to more parts of England. Liverpool City Region is the only area in the top tier of restrictions, with pubs and bars not serving meals closed. But Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has said he is meeting the PM's team later to discuss the issue. And London's mayor has written to Boris Johnson saying more financial support is needed if the city faces new curbs. Sadiq Khan said it was likely London would move to "high alert" - the second highest tier - "very soon, possibly this week". Greater Manchester and Lancashire are at risk of being placed under "very high alert" - the highest level of restrictions - with further discussions taking place later.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54548522

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Shielding people in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 3:07 am

Those that previous have to shield, do not have to this time during any future lockdowns, but will be advised on what to do in a letter that will be sent to them.

Subject: Germany and US call on people to stick to health guidelines

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 3:28 am

Germany has reported its highest number of cases since the pandemic began. More than 6,600 infections were reported on Wednesday. It comes just hours after German Chancellor Angela Merkel warned restrictions would be tightened in high-risk areas. Health Minister Jens Spahn said more people needed to stick to the rules to keep infections at a manageable level. "It's important to understand that we are not powerless against this virus. We can do something, we all can make a difference every day," Mr Spahn told Deutschlandfunk radio on Thursday. It comes as US virologist Anthony Fauci warned that people are not following basic health guidelines such as avoiding crowds, wearing masks and attempting to do things outdoors. He warned that cases are rising in 37 states and said that Thanksgiving gatherings may be avoided this year to try and stop the spread.

Subject: London due to move from Covid Tier 1 to Tier 2

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 4:09 am

Millions of people in London will face tougher Tier 2 Covid restrictions from Saturday, banning households mixing indoors, local MPs have been told.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cases around the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 4:21 am

Coronavirus is continuing its spread across the world, with more than 38 million confirmed cases in 189 countries and more than one million deaths. The virus is surging in many regions and some countries that had apparent success in suppressing initial outbreaks are also seeing infections rise again.

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Subject: Covid: Greater Manchester to move to Tier 3

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 5:00 am

Greater Manchester will move into England's highest level of Covid restrictions, the BBC understands. But as yet there is no agreement on financial support for the region. It will join the Liverpool City Region - currently the only area under Tier 3 measures, involving pub closures and different households being banned from mixing indoors or outdoors. Meanwhile, London and Essex are due to move into Tier 2 from Saturday, facing restrictions on meeting indoors.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54554107

Subject: Police search home of French health minister

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 5:07 am

Police in France have searched the home of Health Minister Olivier Veran as part of an enquiry into the government’s handling of the pandemic. He is one of several current and former health ministers being investigated into their response to the pandemic. It also includes former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe. Victims of Covid-19 accuse them of being too slow to act to check the spread of the virus. The ministry of health said in a statement that Thursday morning's search operations had taken place “without difficulty”.

The legal proceedings are still ongoing.

Subject: Coronavirus: 'Long Covid could be four different syndromes'

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 5:15 am

"Long Covid" - the long-lasting impact of coronavirus infection - may be affecting people in four different ways, according to a review. And this could explain why some of those with continuing symptoms are not being believed or treated. There could be a huge psychological impact on people living with long-term Covid-19, the National Institute for Health Research report says. They need more support - and healthcare staff require better information.

Based on interviews with 14 members of a long-Covid support group on Facebook and the most recent published research, the review found recurring symptoms affecting everything from breathing, the brain, the heart and cardiovascular system to the kidneys, the gut, the liver and the skin.

These symptoms may be due to four different syndromes:


permanent organ damage to the lungs and heart
post-intensive-care syndrome
post-viral fatigue syndrome
continuing Covid-19 symptoms


https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54540544

Subject: Liverpool considers two-week break for schools

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 5:33 am

Liverpool schools could shut for two weeks over half-term to help reduce the spread of Covid-19, the city's mayor has said. Joe Anderson said teachers were under "huge pressure" as more than 20,000 pupils and 1,300 teachers were isolating. The plan, which is backed by the NASUWT teaching union, would mean pupils being taught remotely at home in the second week. Liverpool has an infection rate of 2,566 per 100,000 people, one of the highest in England.

Subject: Mapping the pandemic in graphs and charts

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 7:27 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/10/15/d7922c9a-a6d5-4635-83f7-19eb645c7528.png

The World Health Organisation (WHO) is worried about rising cases in many regions of the world, with Europe seeing a huge surge. It's warned that the global death toll could hit two million before an effective vaccine is widely in use. It says that roughly one-in-ten people worldwide may have already been infected but that "the vast majority of the world remains at risk".

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/10/15/dab4ac47-4972-4c06-bd0a-725b84b27e95.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/15/20 at 7:43 am


...and the whole world has change, and this is now the new norm.


I kind of miss the "old norm".

Subject: Does blood type matter?

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 8:26 am

Two new studies, published in the journal Blood Advances, say they have evidence that this is the case. One paper looked at nearly half a million people in Denmark who had tested positive for Covid-19, and found that people with blood type O were less likely to be infected with coronavirus than people with other blood types. A second study looking at hospital patients in Canada found that people with blood groups A or AB were more likely to have severe symptoms than people with groups O and B. This isn’t the first time that blood groups have been linked to coronavirus. Some genetic studies published over the summer found that the ABO gene, which is linked to your blood group, may play a role in coronavirus outcomes. But not every study has found a strong correlation - so working out whether your blood type really does influence Covid-19 infection, and if it does, by how much, still needs much more research

Subject: US vice-presidential contender's aides test positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 9:46 am

Two individuals involved with the election campaign of US Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden have tested positive. A statement by Biden's campaign manager said one was the communications director for Biden's running mate Kamala Harris and the other a non-staff flight crew member. Senator Harris was not in close contact with them during the two days preceding their positive tests, and therefore - based on current US guidelines - did not need to quarantine, the statement said. "Regardless, out of an abundance of caution and in line with our campaign’s commitment to the highest levels of precaution, we are canceling Senator Harris’s travel through Sunday, October 18th," it added. The US presidential election is on 3 November.

Subject: 'Extra patrols' for Wales travel ban

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 10:27 am

There will be extra police patrols on main roads into Wales for a travel ban on people coming from UK Covid hotspots, the first minister has said. It is expected the ban from Friday 18:00 BST will cover residents of Northern Ireland, England's tier two and three areas and the Scottish central belt. The Police Federation says the law will be "unenforceable". But the first minister said number plates could be used to identify people coming into Wales from other UK hotspots. Mark Drakeford said police would act "as they did early in the pandemic when there were travel restrictions". UK government Commons leader Jacob Rees-Mogg said the plan was "unconstitutional".

Subject: Margaret Ferrier: Met Police to take no further action against Covid MP

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 10:35 am


In the U.K. calls have gone out for a Scottish MP, Margaret Ferrier, to resign after she travelled by train to and from London despite having coronavirus symptoms over the weekend. She took a test but felt a bit better so she went to London. When she got a message saying she had tested positive she then went back home on the train.  ::)

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-54379026
The Metropolitan Police has said it is taking no further action against an MP who travelled by train from London to Glasgow after testing positive for coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-54546058

Subject: Scotland considers following Wales with travel ban

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 11:12 am

At an earlier virtual meeting of the Scottish Parliament, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said a Welsh-style ban on people travelling from Covid hotspots in other parts of the UK "is being considered". "Although we have put in place tough measures, we cannot rule out having to go further in the future," she said. The travel ban for Wales is expected to come into force at 18:00 BST tomorrow, and affects people living in Tier 2 and Tier 3 regions of England - which will cover half the population by the weekend - as well as the whole of Northern Ireland and the central belt of Scotland.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 11:40 am

A further 18,980 people have tested positive for coronavirus in the UK, according to the latest data. The government's dashboard also show another 138 people have died within 28 days of a positive test. The figures compare with 19,724 cases and 137 deaths recorded on Wednesday.



Subject: Italy removed from UK travel corridor list

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 12:14 pm

UK Transport Minister Grant Shapps has announced that Italy, San Marino and Vatican City have been removed from the UK's "travel corridor" list. As a result, anyone travelling to the UK from any of the states must quarantine for 14 days. The new measure will come into effect from 04:00 BST on Sunday 18 October. Mr Shapps has also announced that anyone arriving in the UK from the Greek island of Crete will no longer need to follow the 14-day isolation rule.

Subject: Re: Italy removed from UK travel corridor list

Written By: 2001 on 10/15/20 at 1:07 pm


UK Transport Minister Grant Shapps has announced that Italy, San Marino and Vatican City have been removed from the UK's "travel corridor" list. As a result, anyone travelling to the UK from any of the states must quarantine for 14 days. The new measure will come into effect from 04:00 BST on Sunday 18 October. Mr Shapps has also announced that anyone arriving in the UK from the Greek island of Crete will no longer need to follow the 14-day isolation rule.


Wow. Here in Canada you have to quarantine even if you're coming back from Taiwan. Probably why no one takes it seriously. 😓

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 1:12 pm


Wow. Here in Canada you have to quarantine even if you're coming back from Taiwan. Probably why no one takes it seriously. 😓
In one sense, it is best not to go travelling in the first place?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/15/20 at 2:05 pm


In one sense, it is best not to go travelling in the first place?


Just take a staycation?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/15/20 at 2:10 pm


In one sense, it is best not to go travelling in the first place?


Some people work/live abroad and come back to Canada to meet family. They should be quarantining but they don't. That's how the first wave happened back in March  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 2:21 pm


Some people work/live abroad and come back to Canada to meet family. They should be quarantining but they don't. That's how the first wave happened back in March  :-\\
The same for the UK back in March, just were too late on restriction of air travellers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/15/20 at 2:31 pm


The same for the UK back in March, just were too late on restriction of air travellers.


Over here "snowbirds" who come and go from Florida when the weather gets cold have been a real problem. A grocery store had to be shut down and fumigated twice because the owner who came and went from Florida kept breaking quarantine.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/15/20 at 3:07 pm


Over here "snowbirds" who come and go from Florida when the weather gets cold have been a real problem. A grocery store had to be shut down and fumigated twice because the owner who came and went from Florida kept breaking quarantine.
One thing that did not help was the school holidays and the parents taking their children abroad for a half-term holiday....

Subject: Covid: Lancashire moves to highest alert level

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/20 at 4:44 am

Lancashire has agreed a deal to enter Tier 3 - the highest level of England Covid restrictions, the BBC has been told. It will become the second part of England, after the Liverpool City Region, to go into Tier 3.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54568657

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/16/20 at 10:03 am

I don't want to jinks it since the Thanksgiving spike hasn't come yet, but it looks like Canada's daily case count has stabilized at around 2500 cases/day. 600~900/day of those are in Ontario. It took reconfoning big cities like Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa and Quebec City to do it, but I'm glad at it's at a relatively low count (compared to places like France). Now for the hard part of bringing the numbers down so we can go back to living normal (within bounds).

For whatever reason my city hasn't shut down even though our case count per capita is worse than Toronto's, and our R value is 1.3. Doug Ford said we are "teetering" on a lockdown for the past 4 days in a row, even as the numbers continue to get worse. I wonder when the neurons in his brain are finally gonna come online telling him to be proactive instead of reactive. Man has learnt nothing from the first wave, and now the multiple second waves occurring in different parts of the province.  ::)

Subject: UK cases rise by 15,650

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/16/20 at 11:41 am

A further 15,650 coronavirus cases have been recorded in the UK, according to government figures. There were a further 136 deaths within 28 days of a positive test. On Thursday, 18,980 cases and 138 deaths were reported.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/16/20 at 5:40 pm


I don't want to jinks it since the Thanksgiving spike hasn't come yet, but it looks like Canada's daily case count has stabilized at around 2500 cases/day. 600~900/day of those are in Ontario. It took reconfoning big cities like Toronto, Montreal, Ottawa and Quebec City to do it, but I'm glad at it's at a relatively low count (compared to places like France). Now for the hard part of bringing the numbers down so we can go back to living normal (within bounds).

For whatever reason my city hasn't shut down even though our case count per capita is worse than Toronto's, and our R value is 1.3. Doug Ford said we are "teetering" on a lockdown for the past 4 days in a row, even as the numbers continue to get worse. I wonder when the neurons in his brain are finally gonna come online telling him to be proactive instead of reactive. Man has learnt nothing from the first wave, and now the multiple second waves occurring in different parts of the province.  ::)


Speak of the devil. :P Doug Ford announced York Region (where I live) is reconfining to Stage 2 starting on Monday. Indoor dining, bars, nightclubs, theatres and gyms will be closed for 28 days.

What confuses me is why malls are still open. Sounds like the perfect place to spread germs with people touching things and putting them back and you don't know who's coming or going.

I'm not sure about closing gyms. At my gym you have to book an appointment to go, and you have to swipe your gym card when you enter. The gym already had a system to know who was coming and going and when, even before 2020. It sounds like it would very simple to contact trace with everything being digitized.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/17/20 at 3:55 am


Speak of the devil. :P Doug Ford announced York Region (where I live) is reconfining to Stage 2 starting on Monday. Indoor dining, bars, nightclubs, theatres and gyms will be closed for 28 days.

What confuses me is why malls are still open. Sounds like the perfect place to spread germs with people touching things and putting them back and you don't know who's coming or going.

I'm not sure about closing gyms. At my gym you have to book an appointment to go, and you have to swipe your gym card when you enter. The gym already had a system to know who was coming and going and when, even before 2020. It sounds like it would very simple to contact trace with everything being digitized.



I guess people want a place to go to.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/17/20 at 11:08 am



I guess people want a place to go to.


Good thing the vaccine (PlayStation 5) is coming out very soon.

Subject: Re: UK cases rise by 15,650

Written By: nally on 10/17/20 at 2:09 pm


Good thing the vaccine (PlayStation 5) is coming out very soon.

Lol ;)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/18/20 at 3:03 pm


Good thing the vaccine (PlayStation 5) is coming out very soon.

Why is that?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 10/18/20 at 4:15 pm


Why is that?


Make people want to stay home and play.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/19/20 at 4:07 am


Make people want to stay home and play.


I do the same thing with My Playstation 3.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 10/19/20 at 11:54 am


I do the same thing with My Playstation 3.


I’m satisfied with older stuff too. But so many people can’t resist when the latest and greatest thing comes out.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/19/20 at 7:27 pm

My sister went to the mall and the food court was open. I thought indoor dining was supposed to stop. Hmmm...

With the weather turning colder it seems some people think covering your face with a scarf is equivalent to a medical mask. C'mon, you can literally see your air droplets through them.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/19/20 at 7:44 pm

This chart shows where Ontarians picked up their infections from. You can see exactly when the contact tracing system collapsed.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EkstCEwVkAEzTfC?format=jpg&name=small

https://mobile.twitter.com/jkwan_md/status/1318197172798586882?s=09

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 10/19/20 at 8:12 pm

Wearing a mask has an unintended second benefit. It keeps you from touching your face as much, biting your nails, etc. I’ve realized this as I’ve been wearing a mask all day at work because my system is weak and nobody else masks or distances.

I broke myself from biting my nails a couple years ago after I was recovering from the last surgery and it seemed every time I did, I got norovirus a couple days later. One time for 7 days straight.

One thing that goes through my mind a lot is this virus could (or should) be slowing racism and all. All over the world, no matter what color or background you are, how rich or poor, it shows we are all susceptible on some level, we are all in this the same.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/19/20 at 9:27 pm


Wearing a mask has an unintended second benefit. It keeps you from touching your face as much, biting your nails, etc. I’ve realized this as I’ve been wearing a mask all day at work because my system is weak and nobody else masks or distances.

I broke myself from biting my nails a couple years ago after I was recovering from the last surgery and it seemed every time I did, I got norovirus a couple days later. One time for 7 days straight.

One thing that goes through my mind a lot is this virus could (or should) be slowing racism and all. All over the world, no matter what color or background you are, how rich or poor, it shows we are all susceptible on some level, we are all in this the same.


The ironic thing is that during the start of the pandemic the WHO recommended against face masks because they thought people would keep touching their faces while adjusting it.

Nowadays I always have sanitizer on my person or nearby, so I sanitize before touching my face.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 1:59 am


My sister went to the mall and the food court was open. I thought indoor dining was supposed to stop. Hmmm...

Open for take away, as with some restaurants in the UK?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases for October 19th

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 2:00 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/800/cpsprodpb/53C9/production/_114994412_uk_card_19oct-nc.png

Subject: The clock is ticking for Greater Manchester

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 3:38 am

There are less than four hours to go until the noon deadline that Greater Manchester leaders have been given to reach a deal with the government over moving the region into tier three coronavirus restrictions. Talks are ongoing this Tuesday morning. The local leaders want more financial support before agreeing to the move. But it's thought Prime Minister Boris Johnson could step in to impose the top tier rules if no agreement is reached. We'll bring you the latest on what is decided.

Subject: What else is happening in the UK today?

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 4:10 am

With the latest situation in Greater Manchester (and Whitheall). But there is also plenty of other coronavirus news in other parts of the UK.

So what are those other headlines?

# Passengers flying from Heathrow to Hong Kong and Italy on Tuesday are to be given the option of paying for a rapid Covid test before checking in. It's the first time testing has been offered at a UK airport

# Prisoners being locked in their cells for 23 hours a day under Covid restrictions is dangerous, the chief inspector of prisons ,Peter Clarke, has warned

# A man who was the last patient to leave Blackpool Victoria Hospital's intensive care unit during the first wave of Covid-19 has died. Roehl Ribaya, of St Annes, Lancashire, is thought to have died from the long-term effects of the virus

# Hospital staff in one of Scotland's Covid hotspots have shared a sense of foreboding over what they will face in the coming months. NHS Lothian has one of the highest rates of positive tests with more than 1,000 new cases in the past week - and hospital admissions are rising dramatically

Subject: Sweden seeks new restrictions

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 5:28 am

Sweden never had a lockdown, but eight months into the pandemic the government has said it’s hoping to introduce a new temporary law which would limit the number of passengers on public transport and in shops. Retailers could also see their opening and closing times regulated. Minister for Social Affairs Lena Hallengren told Swedish public broadcaster SVT on Monday that there was a need for “more precise tools” to limit activities that can play a role in the spread of Covid-19. She said that the government is aiming to have the new legislation in place by next summer. The timescale says a lot about both Swedish decision-making and how long rule-makers here think the pandemic is set to last: “It is about restricting people's freedom of movement and freedom of trade, so it must be done very carefully,” said Hallengren. The announcement comes amid growing media and public debates about rising passenger numbers on buses and trains, despite ongoing recommendations from Sweden’s Public Health Agency for people to work from home if possible.

Subject: Covid deaths up 38% in a week, death certificates show

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 5:50 am

There were a total of 11,359 deaths registered in the UK in the week of 9 October, according to the latest figures reported by the Office for National Statistics. Remember this is the weekly update of all deaths, not just those directly attributed to coronavirus. It is studied by ministers and their scientific advisers just to understand how much of an effect the disease is having on society. And although we know the deaths of people with coronavirus has been climbing recently, that figure for overall deaths is slightly down on the previous week (by 85) and within the normal range of the last five years. A total of 474 of these deaths were registered on the death certificates as having involved coronavirus, up by 131 (or 38%) on the previous week’s figures. This figure has roughly doubled over the course of the last two weeks (from 234) and quadrupled over the course of a month (it was 110 four weeks ago). That figure of 474 is 5% of the peak of 9,495 deaths in a week reached on 17 April. It would take between four and five more doublings to reach that peak.

Subject: UK airport coronavirus 'rapid testing' begins

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 6:24 am

Passengers flying from London's Heathrow Airport to Hong Kong and Italy on Tuesday will be the first to have the option of paying for a rapid Covid test at the airport before checking in for their outward flight. The test will cost £80 and the result is guaranteed within an hour. The aim is to help people travelling to destinations where proof of a negative result is required on arrival. A growing number of countries have classified the UK as being "at risk", meaning travellers from the UK face more restrictions. The rapid saliva swab, which is now available at Heathrow Terminals 2 and 5, is known as a Lamp (Loop-mediated Isothermal Amplification) test. British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Cathay Pacific will offer it to customers.

Subject: Covid: Manchester in limbo as deal deadline passes

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 6:54 am

Greater Manchester has been left in limbo after a midday deadline passed to reach a deal with the government over moving to tier three Covid rules. On Tuesday, the region's mayor, Andy Burnham, said the area was still seeking a "fair figure" of support. The BBC understands council leaders in Greater Manchester are arguing for a minimum of £75m from the government. Communities Secretary Robert Jenrick had suggested the PM could impose top tier measures if no deal was agreed. The "very high" alert level - also known as tier three - would mean closing pubs and bars which do not serve meals, and additional restrictions on households mixing.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54615574

Subject: Sadiq Khan calls for 10pm curfew to be scrapped in London ‘immediately’

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 7:41 am

London Mayor Sadiq Khan has called fro the 10pm curfew to be scrapped in London amid warnings of mass job losses in the hospitality sector.

https://www.lbc.co.uk/news/sadiq-khan-calls-for-10pm-covid-curfew-to-be-scrapped-in-london/

Subject: A busy evening ahead in Westminster

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 8:18 am

The Prime Minister will hold a news conference at 5pm, and the Health Secretary for England Matt Hancock will give a statement in the Commons at 7pm.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Further 241 deaths announced in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 10:52 am

A further 21,331 coronavirus cases in the UK have been announced by the government, taking the UK's total to 762,542. The official figures also announce a further 241 deaths. These include 213 in England, 15 in Scotland, 10 in Wales and three in Northern Ireland.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Further 241 deaths announced in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 11:01 am


A further 21,331 coronavirus cases in the UK have been announced by the government, taking the UK's total to 762,542. The official figures also announce a further 241 deaths. These include 213 in England, 15 in Scotland, 10 in Wales and three in Northern Ireland.
The death figure of 241 is the highest in the UK since June 5th.

Subject: We're trying to avoid national lockdown but don't rule anything out - PM

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 11:22 am

Mr Johnson is asked by a member of the public how many regions will be put under tier three until the government announces a national lockdown. "What we're trying to avoid is a national lockdown at all," Mr Johnson says. "We don't rule anything out," he says - but the prevalence of the virus is "very uneven" across the UK.

Subject: Covid: Greater Manchester to move to tier 3 restrictions from Friday

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/20 at 12:38 pm

Greater Manchester will move to England's highest tier of coronavirus restrictions from Friday at 00:01 BST, the prime minister has announced. Boris Johnson said "not to act now" would put the lives of Manchester's residents "at risk". He added a "generous" offer of financial support had been made to the region, but Mayor Andy Burnham refused. Mr Burnham said he had not been offered enough to "protect the poorest people in our communities".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54622293

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/20/20 at 3:12 pm


My sister went to the mall and the food court was open. I thought indoor dining was supposed to stop. Hmmm...

With the weather turning colder it seems some people think covering your face with a scarf is equivalent to a medical mask. C'mon, you can literally see your air droplets through them.


or a regular black face mask for the winter.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/20/20 at 3:13 pm


Wearing a mask has an unintended second benefit. It keeps you from touching your face as much, biting your nails, etc. I’ve realized this as I’ve been wearing a mask all day at work because my system is weak and nobody else masks or distances.

I broke myself from biting my nails a couple years ago after I was recovering from the last surgery and it seemed every time I did, I got norovirus a couple days later. One time for 7 days straight.

One thing that goes through my mind a lot is this virus could (or should) be slowing racism and all. All over the world, no matter what color or background you are, how rich or poor, it shows we are all susceptible on some level, we are all in this the same.


It also keeps people from talking a lot.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/20/20 at 3:14 pm


The ironic thing is that during the start of the pandemic the WHO recommended against face masks because they thought people would keep touching their faces while adjusting it.

Nowadays I always have sanitizer on my person or nearby, so I sanitize before touching my face.


I always use hand sanitizer myself, keeps it handy for me.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/20/20 at 8:10 pm

Wow @ Europe having nearly 160,000 cases and 2,000 deaths today  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 4:07 am


Wow @ Europe having nearly 160,000 cases and 2,000 deaths today  :o
I am staying safe!

Subject: Covid: South Yorkshire to move into tier 3 from Saturday

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 4:07 am

South Yorkshire will face the toughest Covid rules from Saturday, the mayor for the Sheffield City Region has said. Labour Mayor Dan Jarvis said the move to tier three followed "extensive discussions" with ministers. The new restrictions will apply to all four local authority areas in South Yorkshire - Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield. It comes as Greater Manchester is to move into tier three from Friday against the wishes of local leaders.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54627017

Subject: What's the global picture? Part One

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 6:47 am

The BBC's Visual Journalism team have been looking at the extent of the coronavirus around the world - and the picture is one where infections are continuing to increase.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/10/21/7f0c2088-946e-4136-a83a-f78fa5ffa024.png

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/10/21/5d73cfe9-c6db-46dd-a16d-28b9142ca265.png

Subject: What's the global picture? Part Two

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 6:49 am

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Subject: New Scotland restriction details coming on Friday

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 7:46 am

Ms Sturgeon says her government will publish a new strategic coronavirus framework - setting out rules on things such as household mixing and hospitality - on Friday. It will include different levels of restrictions that can be applied nationally or just in certain areas. She has been talking about the Scottish government's current short-term restrictions on hospitality. They differ in the central belt from the rest of the country and will be extended for another week. The coming rules will be subject to Scottish parliamentary approval and, if that is gained, applied by 2 November.

Subject: 112,000 stopped for not wearing face coverings, says TfL boss

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 8:32 am

Transport for London (TfL) boss Andy Byford says 112,000 people were stopped on public transport in the city from 4 July to 5 October for not wearing face coverings. Messages are on display across the network reminding people to wear them over their mouth and nose - unless they are medically exempt. It's mandatory to wear coverings on the public transport network - and that includes inside stations, in taxis and private hire vehicles. Byford also told a TfL board meeting today that another bus driver in the capital has died from coronavirus. He said: "That brings the total number of colleagues who've died during the pandemic to 45, including bus drivers. It breaks my heart. "I know it does resonate personally with you, Sadiq (London mayor Sadiq Khan), to have lost another colleague. "We are putting every effort into making sure that lessons learned from the early part of the pandemic are embedded and we're putting a huge focus on making sure that we're fully prepared for the second wave which does appear to becoming apparent."

Subject: Iran reports highest daily case rise since February

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 8:48 am

Iran has reported 5,616 new coronavirus cases in the past 24 hours, the highest daily number since February. Sima Sadat Lari, spokeswomen for the health ministry, said 312 people have died from Covid-19 over the past 24 hours. Authorities in the country have urged people to stay at home and avoid any unnecessary trips. They have warned that hospitals in theran and other major cities are overflowing with coronavirus patients, according to Reuters news agency. Earlier this month, mask wearing became mandatory in public in theran.

Subject: Re: What's the global picture? Part Two

Written By: 2001 on 10/21/20 at 8:53 am


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https://i.imgur.com/xzhlrkf.jpg

I did NOT will a Tr*mp late 2020 redemption arc into existence 🤢

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 9:08 am


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I did NOT will a Tr*mp late 2020 redemption arc into existence 🤢
Hence keeping safe at home indoors, like the previous lockdown.

BTW, what is the secret for Japan being low?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 10/21/20 at 9:20 am


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BTW, what is the secret for Japan being low?


In Japan people wear masks as a matter of course, whether there is a pandemic or not.  So wearing masks is no different for them now that there is a pandemic. Hence, the low numbers. Here in the USA the wearing of masks has somehow become highly politicized, A strange phenomenon if ever there was one. If any good thing comes out of this pandemic it will be that people in the US get conditioned to wear masks even when there is no pandemic. It's the hygienic and sane thing to do.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 9:27 am


In Japan people wear masks as a matter of course, whether there is a pandemic or not.  So wearing masks is no different for them now that there is a pandemic. Hence, the low numbers. Here in the USA the wearing of masks has somehow become highly politicized, A strange phenomenon if ever there was one. If any good thing comes out of this pandemic it will be that people in the US get conditioned to wear masks even when there is no pandemic. It's the hygienic and sane thing to do.
Thank you, i should had realised.

It is the same for wearing masks here is in the UK, many a person has the 'I not wearing a mask attitude'.

Subject: Netherlands records new daily record rise in infections

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 9:41 am

The Netherlands has recorded a new daily record rise of infections with more than 8,500 cases confirmed over the past 24 hours. It comes almost a week after the government enforced “partial lockdown” measures including the closure of bars and restaurants. Grocery stores are banned from selling alcohol after 20:00 and masks are now compulsory in public indoor spaces.

Subject: Dutch royal family apologise for holiday

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 11:24 am

The Dutch royal family say they regret going on holiday during a partial lockdown in the Netherlands. King Willem-Alexander went on holiday to Greece on Saturday along with his wife and children. They returned a day later following a public outcry. Speaking in a video, the King said: “Our journey to Greece has provoked strong reactions from many Dutch people. It hurts to have betrayed your trust in us.” Last week The Netherlands entered a partial lockdown. All bars and restaurants are closed for four weeks. The government urged people to limit international travel. "Even though the journey was in line with the regulations, it was very unwise not to take into account the impact of the new restrictions on our community," the King said. Prime Minister Mark Rutte has come under fire for allowing the family to go. He admitted on Sunday that a “wrong assessment” was made by not stopping them from going on holiday.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records more than 26,000 daily cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 11:32 am

The UK government has announced there have been a further 26,688 daily coronavirus cases. Another 191 people died within 28 days of positive test, it said, taking the UK's total to 44,158.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/21/20 at 11:43 am


Hence keeping safe at home indoors, like the previous lockdown.

BTW, what is the secret for Japan being low?


https://asiatimes.com/2020/06/japans-contact-tracing-method-is-old-but-gold/

Apparently they do "reverse contact tracing" by finding out who you were infected by (rather than who you potentially infected) and try to isolate superspreaders. This contrasts from South Korea and Taiwan who use apps, credit card data and facial recognition software to track down who you came into contact with and isolating them.


Thank you, i should had realised.

It is the same for wearing masks here is in the UK, many a person has the 'I not wearing a mask attitude'.


My friends and even my mother make fun of me for wearing a mask outdoors and sanitizing my hands after touching high contact surfaces. But I do think good behaviour is contagious because next time I met them they started acting like me lol.

Subject: Re: What's the global picture? Part One

Written By: nally on 10/21/20 at 11:50 am


The BBC's Visual Journalism team have been looking at the extent of the coronavirus around the world - and the picture is one where infections are continuing to increase.

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Wow. :o

Subject: Re: What's the global picture? Part Two

Written By: nally on 10/21/20 at 11:52 am



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Looks like the number of cases is on the rise again, although some portions of the US are seeing fewer per day (and others, more). Even in my neck of the woods there are additional ones each day, but hardly any deaths.

Subject: Re: What's the global picture? Part Two

Written By: nally on 10/21/20 at 11:54 am



It is the same for wearing masks here is in the UK, many a person has the 'I not wearing a mask attitude'.

Many a person has such an attitude in the US as well, it seems. Particularly those involved in the Tr*mp rallies. :-[

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 11:58 am


https://asiatimes.com/2020/06/japans-contact-tracing-method-is-old-but-gold/


My friends and even my mother make fun of me for wearing a mask outdoors and sanitizing my hands after touching high contact surfaces. But I do think good behaviour is contagious because next time I met them they started acting like me lol.
I have been told that wearing the blue medical mask is better then the manufactured cloth varieties.

Subject: Re: Netherlands records new daily record rise in infections

Written By: 2001 on 10/21/20 at 12:05 pm


The Netherlands has recorded a new daily record rise of infections with more than 8,500 cases confirmed over the past 24 hours. It comes almost a week after the government enforced “partial lockdown” measures including the closure of bars and restaurants. Grocery stores are banned from selling alcohol after 20:00 and masks are now compulsory in public indoor spaces.


Holy moly. I think Ontario and Netherlands have roughly the same population but we had 800 cases today, which gives me enough anxiety as it is. If we had 8,000 I might die of a heart attack instead of corona.


The UK government has announced there have been a further 26,688 daily coronavirus cases. Another 191 people died within 28 days of positive test, it said, taking the UK's total to 44,158.


...That has to be a new record? Goodness.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 12:10 pm



...That has to be a new record? Goodness.
Sadly, it must be.

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Subject: Germany's health minister tests positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 12:12 pm

Germany's Health Minister Jens Spahn has tested positive for coronavirus and is quarantining at home, the government says. Infection rates in the country have been rising in recent weeks, and they hit a daily record of 7,830 new cases on Saturday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/21/20 at 12:17 pm


I have been told that wearing the blue medical mask is better then the manufactured cloth varieties.


I was arguing about this with my sister yesterday. She wore a scarf instead of a mask. Medical masks are the way to go. We've got a huge stockpile of surgical masks (from pre-pandemic times, the government gave them to us).

Either surgical or N95 works. But the N95 has to fit properly, very tight. If you wear an N95 wrong or you have facial hair you may as well be wearing nothing.

Over the summer I read the book How To Survive a Pandemic by Michael Greger, so I'm ready for what comes my way.  :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 12:20 pm


I was arguing about this with my sister yesterday. She wore a scarf instead of a mask. Medical masks are the way to go. We've got a huge stockpile of surgical masks (from pre-pandemic times, the government gave them to us).

Either surgical or N95 works. But the N95 has to fit properly, very tight. If you wear an N95 wrong or you have facial hair you may as well be wearing nothing.
Yes, cloth masks are just cloth, which are porous, the medical are layer to stop the particles, etc.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Spain passes a million cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/21/20 at 12:42 pm

Spain has surpassed one million coronavirus cases, its health ministry says. It means it is the first country in western Europe to have more than a million total cases, at 1,005,295. The country's death toll rose to 34,366 on Wednesday.

Subject: Martin Bashir: BBC journalist 'seriously unwell' from Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 2:31 am

BBC journalist Martin Bashir is "seriously unwell" with complications from coronavirus, the corporation has said. The 57-year-old, who made headlines across the world with his 1995 interview with Princess Diana, is currently BBC News religion editor. "Everyone at the BBC is wishing him a full recovery," a spokeswoman said. Mr Bashir is also known for interviews with pop star Michael Jackson and the suspects in the Stephen Lawrence case. "We are sorry to say that Martin is seriously unwell with Covid-19 related complications," the BBC spokeswoman said. "We'd ask that his privacy, and that of his family, is respected at this time." Mr Bashir worked as a BBC news correspondent from 1987 to 1992, before joining the BBC's investigative programme Panorama.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 3:06 am

Businesses in England that have suffered a collapse in trade because of coronavirus restrictions are waiting to hear if they'll receive extra help. Chancellor Rishi Sunak is expected to announce more support for workers in tier two - the second highest level of measures.

In other UK developments:

# A scientist advising the government on ethnicity and Covid-19 says "structural racism is not a reasonable explanation" for black and south Asian people's greater risk of illness and death

# Four university students have been fined £10,000 each after telling police who broke up their house party they were "spoiling their fun"

Subject: BA owner warns it won’t ‘break even’

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 5:30 am

British Airways’ owner IAG has illustrated the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on global aviation as it confirmed it will fly no more than 30% of its capacity between October and December, compared with last year. The group has warned it “no longer expects to reach break even” during the period and that recent overall bookings for flights “have not developed as previously expected”. IAG blamed “additional measures implemented by many European governments” in response to the apparent second wave of infections. It called again for pre-departure testing to increase consumer confidence.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In Germany...

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 5:33 am

Sales of toilet paper in Germany have surged once more, the country’s statistics office said on Thursday, suggesting consumers there are preparing for potential future lockdowns

Subject: University students fined £40,000 for party

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 6:04 am

Four university students have been fined £10,000 each after telling police who broke up their house party they were "spoiling their fun". Officers on patrol spotted a party in Lenton, Nottingham, on Tuesday night. Inside, they found more than 30 people hiding. When challenged, organisers of the party complained they should be having the "time of their lives". Nottingham Trent University said the third-year students had been suspended. Mixing of households indoors has been banned since Nottingham went into tier two restrictions eight days ago. Assistant Chief Constable Kate Meynell said the people at the property had shown a "blatant disregard for the safety of those around them". "This needs to stop. The claims that police presented as a barrier to the students' fun are astounding," she said. Nottingham has had the highest level of infection in England for nine days running, with many of the cases in areas with a high student population.

Subject: Covid: No safety concerns found with Oxford vaccine trial after Brazil death

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 6:08 am

Trials of a Covid-19 vaccine being developed by AstraZeneca and Oxford University will continue, following a review into the death of a volunteer in Brazil.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-54634518

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/22/20 at 7:22 am


I am staying safe!


Same here.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/22/20 at 7:24 am


In Japan people wear masks as a matter of course, whether there is a pandemic or not.  So wearing masks is no different for them now that there is a pandemic. Hence, the low numbers. Here in the USA the wearing of masks has somehow become highly politicized, A strange phenomenon if ever there was one. If any good thing comes out of this pandemic it will be that people in the US get conditioned to wear masks even when there is no pandemic. It's the hygienic and sane thing to do.


You see the signs every day, wear a mask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/22/20 at 7:26 am


I have been told that wearing the blue medical mask is better then the manufactured cloth varieties.


I think it pretty much does.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/22/20 at 7:28 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 7:44 am


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Exactly!!!!!!!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/22/20 at 8:39 am


Exactly!!!!!!!


Some people don't know how to wear them properly.  ::)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Stoke, Coventry and Slough to enter Tier 2

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 8:49 am

Health Secretary Matt Hancock announces that Stoke-on-Trent, Coventry and Slough will move to tthe "high" tier two restrictions, the second highest level. "The central change is that people cannot now meeting other households indoors," he said. As explained in the 14:34 post, Stoke made the request for the move itself.

Subject: Boris Johnson to lead Downing Street news briefing soon

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 9:55 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson in the next half hour, when he will lead a news briefing alongside Chancellor Rishi Sunak and the UK government's chief scientific adviser, Sir Patrick Vallance.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The epidemic is still growing

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 10:37 am


Prime Minister Boris Johnson in the next half hour, when he will lead a news briefing alongside Chancellor Rishi Sunak and the UK government's chief scientific adviser, Sir Patrick Vallance.
Sir Patrick Vallance talks through the government slides. He says the number of infections and people being admitted into hospital are continuing to rise. He adds that the more patients there are with Covid, the more pressure on the healthcare system overall. He says the R rate is growing but is still half of the natural R rate of three - and that this reflects "the huge effort people have made to adhere to the measures in place" such as wearing masks and washing hands. "But the epidemic is still growing," he adds.

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Subject: Covid: Scotland told to prepare for 'digital Christmas'

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 10:43 am

The idea of a normal Christmas is a "fiction" and Scots should prepare for digital celebrations, national clinical director Jason Leitch has said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-54643340

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 10/22/20 at 11:12 am


I think it pretty much does.


We were always told to not wear the medical grade masks and save them for the medical personnel. We do have some at work because they use them for working at cement plants and other nasty places.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 11:13 am


We were always told to not wear the medical grade masks and save them for the medical personnel. We do have some at work because they use them for working at cement plants and other nasty places.
The UK was saying that at first, but is no regarded at the norm, with plenty available.

Subject: Canary Islands, Maldives and Denmark added to UK safe list

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 11:21 am

The Spanish Canary Islands, the Maldives, Denmark and the Greek island of Mykonos have been added to the UK's list of travel corridors, the transport secretary has announced. Writing on Twitter, Grant Shapps said people returning from these destinations from 04.00 BST on Sunday will no longer need to self-isolate for two weeks. However, Liechtenstein has become the only country to lose its exemption this week, meaning people returning from the country will need to quarantine on their return.

Subject: Coronavirus in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 12:47 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/22/20 at 2:14 pm


We were always told to not wear the medical grade masks and save them for the medical personnel. We do have some at work because they use them for working at cement plants and other nasty places.


Wagon, it seems like everyone's wearing them nowadays.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 2:20 pm


Wagon, it seems like everyone's wearing them nowadays.
Tomorrow I have to go out, visit a few essential shops for essential shopping, I will try and do a mental percentage count on people not wearing any form of mask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/22/20 at 2:40 pm


Tomorrow I have to go out, visit a few essential shops for essential shopping, I will try and do a mental percentage count on people not wearing any form of mask.



Good Luck with that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 2:41 pm



Good Luck with that.
I will be keeping my distant too, and if the shops are busy I will not enter them.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/22/20 at 4:35 pm

The R value for my region was 0.95 two days ago and 0.98 yesterday.

Considering that the reconfinement didn't start until 2 days ago, that means the (derivative of the) curve was already trending slightly downwards even before reconfinement. That's really encouraging.  :)

Subject: Re: What's the global picture? Part Two

Written By: nally on 10/22/20 at 4:40 pm


Sadly, it must be.

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Yowzah!!

Is this just for UK? Or elsewhere?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 4:47 pm


Yowzah!!

Is this just for UK? Or elsewhere?

The UK government has announced there have been a further 26,688 daily coronavirus cases. Another 191 people died within 28 days of positive test, it said, taking the UK's total to 44,158.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records more than 26,000 daily cases

Written By: nally on 10/22/20 at 4:50 pm




Many thanks. I should have realized that the posts pertained to each other.

The U.S. is still getting its share of cases as well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/22/20 at 5:13 pm

41,622 cases in France today !!! :o :o :o :o :o

Subject: Wales lockdown: Supermarkets told to sell only essential items

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/22/20 at 5:31 pm

Supermarkets will be unable to sell items like clothes during the 17-day Covid firebreak lockdown in Wales. First Minister Mark Drakeford said it would be "made clear" to them they are only able to open parts of their business that sell "essential goods". Many retailers will be forced to shut but food shops, off-licences and pharmacies can stay open when lockdown begins on Friday at 18:00 BST. Retailers said they had not been given a definition of what was essential.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-politics-54648194

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/22/20 at 11:01 pm


Wow @ Europe having nearly 160,000 cases and 2,000 deaths today  :o


220,000 cases in Europe yesterday. I'm scared to see today's numbers.

Western Canada is also seeing big spikes. Thankfully out here in the East the situation is stable, with our big cities partially reconfined.

Subject: Re: Wales lockdown: Supermarkets told to sell only essential items

Written By: karen on 10/23/20 at 2:55 am


Supermarkets will be unable to sell items like clothes during the 17-day Covid firebreak lockdown in Wales. First Minister Mark Drakeford said it would be "made clear" to them they are only able to open parts of their business that sell "essential goods". Many retailers will be forced to shut but food shops, off-licences and pharmacies can stay open when lockdown begins on Friday at 18:00 BST. Retailers said they had not been given a definition of what was essential.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-politics-54648194


Back in March when they made it only essential shops could stay open some places were being ‘cute’ about it. As long as you bought something essential such as cleaning products you could browse the whole shop. Sounds like the Welsh government has put a stop to this practice this time.

Subject: Covid: Sewage sites to test for more traces of virus

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/20 at 6:25 am

Ninety wastewater treatment sites in England, Wales and Scotland will start testing more sewage for coronavirus. The aim is to create an early warning system to detect local outbreaks before they spread. Scientists established earlier this year that fragments of the virus's genetic material could be identified in human waste. A successful trial in Plymouth has detected a cluster of infections in the local area.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54646451

Subject: England v Barbarians called off after players breach Covid rules

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/20 at 9:42 am

In rugby union, England's match against the Barbarians at Twickenham on Sunday has been called off after 12 Barbarians players were stood down for breaking Covid rules.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/20 at 9:44 am


Tomorrow I have to go out, visit a few essential shops for essential shopping, I will try and do a mental percentage count on people not wearing any form of mask.
While shopping I estimate at 50% wearing masks, and 70% wearing masks on public transport.

Subject: Further 20,530 new cases across UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/20 at 10:53 am

A further 20,530 people have tested positive for Covid-19 in the UK, the Department of Health has said. The number is a slight drop on the 21,242 new cases on Thursday. There were 224 more deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test, taking the total UK deaths to 44,571.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases and deaths in charts

Written By: nally on 10/23/20 at 11:21 am


While shopping I estimate at 50% wearing masks, and 70% wearing masks on public transport.

My parents went shopping early this morning, to a grocery store at which "senior hours" were during the 7am hour. They wore their face masks and kept a social distance from others.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/23/20 at 11:26 am


While shopping I estimate at 50% wearing masks, and 70% wearing masks on public transport.


It is not the law to wear a mask there?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/23/20 at 1:11 pm


While shopping I estimate at 50% wearing masks, and 70% wearing masks on public transport.


Some people sometimes forget to put on a mask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases and deaths in charts

Written By: Howard on 10/23/20 at 1:12 pm


My parents went shopping early this morning, to a grocery store at which "senior hours" were during the 7am hour. They wore their face masks and kept a social distance from others.


Our "senior time" at Stop N Shop is 6am-730am.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/23/20 at 1:57 pm


Our "senior time" at Stop N Shop is 6am-730am.
When lockdown was on and people were shielding the recognise shopping times was 8am to 9am, I do know if the allowance time continues, but the guidance now is to shop at quieter times, which that for me is before 8am.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/23/20 at 2:01 pm


41,622 cases in France today !!! :o :o :o :o :o


An additional 42,000 cases and 300 deaths in France today.

I notice that countries that had a much stricter lockdown back in March/April such as France, UK, Spain etc. where you had police asking people why they were outside are now having a much harder time implementing restrictions. I always felt that was really excessive.

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Written By: karen on 10/23/20 at 2:51 pm


It is not the law to wear a mask there?


Unless you have a valid reason for not doing so such as physically unable to fit a mask on yourself or breathing problems made worse. However shops and businesses are not allowed to ask why you are not wearing a mask as it might be considered a breach of privacy or something. Some people will carry a card explaining a health reason (though you might argue they should be shielding if possible), and a sunflower patterned lanyard means someone has special needs and so may not be wearing a mask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases and deaths in charts

Written By: nally on 10/23/20 at 4:31 pm


Our "senior time" at Stop N Shop is 6am-730am.

There is no Stop N Shop in California as far as I know.

The place my parents went to is Whole Foods; they said that the place was pretty empty when they were there this morning, except for a very small number of older patrons.



When lockdown was on and people were shielding the recognise shopping times was 8am to 9am, I do know if the allowance time continues, but the guidance now is to shop at quieter times, which that for me is before 8am.

And I think they only allow 'seniors' (people over a certain age) to shop at certain places, as to not let the place get super-crowded, to the point where social distancing would be difficult.

Subject: Re: Wales lockdown: Supermarkets told to sell only essential items

Written By: nally on 10/23/20 at 4:33 pm


220,000 cases in Europe yesterday. I'm scared to see today's numbers.

That's approximately the total number of deaths in just the US! :o :-[ (Actually it a little more than that now, but still...)

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Written By: 2001 on 10/23/20 at 5:21 pm


The R value for my region was 0.95 two days ago and 0.98 yesterday.

Considering that the reconfinement didn't start until 2 days ago, that means the (derivative of the) curve was already trending slightly downwards even before reconfinement. That's really encouraging.  :)


Oop it's 1.04 now. I don't expect numbers to go down for 2-3 weeks at least thanks to (pardon me) Thanksgiving.

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Written By: violet_shy on 10/23/20 at 5:51 pm

Cases are going up here in Rhode Island. Doing my best to stay safe.

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Written By: Howard on 10/24/20 at 4:03 am


When lockdown was on and people were shielding the recognise shopping times was 8am to 9am, I do know if the allowance time continues, but the guidance now is to shop at quieter times, which that for me is before 8am.


I think quieter times are better for other people too so that way it's not loud and crazy before the big crowds come.

Subject: Re: Wales lockdown: Supermarkets told to sell only essential items

Written By: nally on 10/24/20 at 11:33 am


I think quieter times are better for other people too so that way it's not loud and crazy before the big crowds come.

All I can say is that it is best to avoid crowds in times like these.

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Written By: wagonman76 on 10/24/20 at 11:45 am


I think quieter times are better for other people too so that way it's not loud and crazy before the big crowds come.


My mom works at a grocery store too and she goes in around 4am and gets out at noon so she can avoid most of the crowds. But there are still plenty of crazies any given day.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 10/24/20 at 4:59 pm

Global active cases has reached 10 Million  :-[ Another horrible milestone...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/24/20 at 10:30 pm

Here we are into about 8 months of a masked society and I have NOT had one on...to start with I was home a LOT before covid due to other health issue...but around my apt bldg and mail box and friends who I talk to and who come to my house, we don't live in fear and wear masks......the delivery people due as their company rules that.

We work to keep our immune systems strong, which is NO #1 for protection. 

If only our higher ups preached all the good stuff for our immune systems, instead of their bandaids, I believe so much could be different. 

I have NOT had a cold, flu and no vaccines for this gal for about 40 yrs, thanks to what I do for my own  health.  And at 82....

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dude111 on 10/25/20 at 1:29 am

Yes a good reply...... I dont wear a mask either unless forced.....

Im part of the ANTI MASK brigade!!

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Written By: 2001 on 10/25/20 at 10:19 am


Here we are into about 8 months of a masked society and I have NOT had one on...to start with I was home a LOT before covid due to other health issue...but around my apt bldg and mail box and friends who I talk to and who come to my house, we don't live in fear and wear masks......the delivery people due as their company rules that.

We work to keep our immune systems strong, which is NO #1 for protection. 

If only our higher ups preached all the good stuff for our immune systems, instead of their bandaids, I believe so much could be different. 

I have NOT had a cold, flu and no vaccines for this gal for about 40 yrs, thanks to what I do for my own  health.  And at 82....


Can't you take steps to keep your immune system strong and also wear a mask? I don't see how those two are contradictory. A mask can prevent transmission between you and someone with a weaker immune system.

Subject: Re: Wales lockdown: Supermarkets told to sell only essential items

Written By: nally on 10/25/20 at 12:34 pm


Can't you take steps to keep your immune system strong and also wear a mask? I don't see how those two are contradictory. A mask can prevent transmission between you and someone with a weaker immune system.

Exactly!! That is why I wear one whenever I go out into public, especially if I know I'm gonna be in a place where other people are.

In fact, I went to church this morning with my parents (for an outdoor service) and wore my mask at all times.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/25/20 at 1:26 pm

There is a LOT of controversaries on just how much the mask does....people can wear their mask all they want to, but I do believe MOST do  not keep themselves healthy to NOT get viruses in the first place.....or be strong enough to fight them off.  I have not had a mask on and I  hope I can get thru the year and not use one.....I may be going to my doc for my annual check in in Dec so I may have to, unless she will do a phone appt....I'm healthy and my issue is arthritis which started at 18 and nothing to do with covid....

I enjoy my breathing and a mask surely inhibits that...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/25/20 at 2:58 pm


There is a LOT of controversaries on just how much the mask does....people can wear their mask all they want to, but I do believe MOST do  not keep themselves healthy to NOT get viruses in the first place.....or be strong enough to fight them off.  I have not had a mask on and I  hope I can get thru the year and not use one.....I may be going to my doc for my annual check in in Dec so I may have to, unless she will do a phone appt....I'm healthy and my issue is arthritis which started at 18 and nothing to do with covid....

I enjoy my breathing and a mask surely inhibits that...


I think it's controversial among the general public but not so much among scientists. When setting up my little sister's dialysis machine, I have to wear a surgical mask and wash my hands throughly. This is so my germs don't enter her through this unconventional route. Surgeons also wear a mask when operating on their patients for the same reason. They wouldn't do that if it had no effect.

I think that masks can prevent aerolized germs from spreading was widely accepted and uncontroversial up until this pandemic.

It's great that you have a strong immune system, but keep in mind that not everyone does. A lot of people are immunocompromised for myriad reasons. Being stressed and sleep deprived while working overtime can make you immunocompromised. My sister is autoimmune meaning she has too strong of an immune system and has to take immunosuppressants.

"Take steps to improve your immune system" is good advice as always, but you still haven't shown how this contradicts advice to wear masks. It is like when a doctor tells you to "eat well, sleep well and get exercise". It's not as if eating well would interrupt a good sleep or getting exercise. Similarly, everyone should continue taking steps to keep themselves healthy, and wear masks to prevent infecting others if they happen to catch it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/25/20 at 3:10 pm

your comments about operating room and dialysis setting up etc...are other issues.  I was in hospital and rehabs for 4.5 months in late 2016 for a  knee infection and I don't recall any of the support team working on my issue, ever wearing masks....

True once I was wheeled into OR for knee clean out, the team had masks on and that's a given...

We're talking about this force on this virus.

And there are MANY who don't believe the mask is the gospel.....

Here is a long Essay from a PhD and I've read it a couple times BUT the last 2-3 paragraphs say so much about how our great officials can truly help the population.

https://www.aier.org/article/the-year-of-disguises/

This is what I believe and you have your beliefs....that's what it's all about...

And all the years I've been going to docs, having blood drawn and I'm 82, I can NEVER recall a masked doc or tech.....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/25/20 at 4:04 pm


your comments about operating room and dialysis setting up etc...are other issues.  I was in hospital and rehabs for 4.5 months in late 2016 for a  knee infection and I don't recall any of the support team working on my issue, ever wearing masks....

True once I was wheeled into OR for knee clean out, the team had masks on and that's a given...

We're talking about this force on this virus.

And there are MANY who don't believe the mask is the gospel.....

Here is a long Essay from a PhD and I've read it a couple times BUT the last 2-3 paragraphs say so much about how our great officials can truly help the population.

https://www.aier.org/article/the-year-of-disguises/

This is what I believe and you have your beliefs....that's what it's all about...

And all the years I've been going to docs, having blood drawn and I'm 82, I can NEVER recall a masked doc or tech.....


That is because your knee is not an open orifice. When surgeons operate on you, they make an incision and open you up. That's a prime opportunity for microbes to enter your body without subjecting themselves to stomach acid or mucus.

I read your article and while it did a good job of taking down the efficacy of non-medical masks (which has been done many times over by real virologists) it failed to disprove the efficacy of surgical and N95 masks. Just because surgical masks are not used (in the West) outside of medical settings does not mean it is ineffective at slowing transmission of an infectious disease.

Indeed in the article itself is a recommendation to wear surgical masks around the elderly. This is an open admission that surgical masks can prevent infections.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 10/25/20 at 4:11 pm

Facemask use could shrink the r number

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 10/25/20 at 4:13 pm

My immune system is weak because I recently had major surgery. I had a major surgery 2 years ago and it seemed every other time I left the house for a few months aside from going to work I would get sick until my immune system got built back up. So I plan on the same happening this time. They’ also been saying that type A blood is worst for symptoms and type O is best. I’m A. So I figure the least I can do is wear the mask any time I go out. If I catch the virus I can at least know I tried to avoid it.

Before all that I didn’t get sick at all for like 5 years.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/25/20 at 5:07 pm

Again for so few cents a day everyone can help their immune systems....doesn't anyone get this?  And I'm not saying vaccines, as I have not had one in over 40 yrs.....and not a cold etc in that many years too.  I've been so focused on good health since the 80's and had my share of damage and so did a loved one...we  have learned and everyone can...

And I'm saying in all the years of going to docs, NEVER did one wear a mask in the office appts, have your docs....nor the lab techs who draw blood.....

Wear your masks if they bring you comfort...and all the mask wearing, daily I hear more cases as they continue to push more and more testing.....I am of the believe FOR ME, I don't need to test if I feel good......

But most of the world is so  brainwashed, and a dear family member almost died from the MD's brainwashing and never a word about natural healing....

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Written By: wagonman76 on 10/25/20 at 5:35 pm


Again for so few cents a day everyone can help their immune systems....doesn't anyone get this?  And I'm not saying vaccines, as I have not had one in over 40 yrs.....and not a cold etc in that many years too.  I've been so focused on good health since the 80's and had my share of damage and so did a loved one...we  have learned and everyone can...

And I'm saying in all the years of going to docs, NEVER did one wear a mask in the office appts, have your docs....nor the lab techs who draw blood.....

Wear your masks if they bring you comfort...and all the mask wearing, daily I hear more cases as they continue to push more and more testing.....I am of the believe FOR ME, I don't need to test if I feel good......

But most of the world is so  brainwashed, and a dear family member almost died from the MD's brainwashing and never a word about natural healing....


You are very fortunate to have been blessed with health that can be easily maintained. I was born with birth defects and went through more by age 8 than many people have in their whole life. I try to make the best of the issues I will always have. We all try to make the best of whatever time we have here, none of us know how much time we got.

The mask doesn’t bother me now. In the beginning I had one that didn’t fit my ears well and made my eyes burn but I still used it when around others. I have better ones now. The scariest part about this virus is how most people transmit it without even knowing they have it.

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Written By: 2001 on 10/25/20 at 5:36 pm


Again for so few cents a day everyone can help their immune systems....doesn't anyone get this?  And I'm not saying vaccines, as I have not had one in over 40 yrs.....and not a cold etc in that many years too.  I've been so focused on good health since the 80's and had my share of damage and so did a loved one...we  have learned and everyone can...

And I'm saying in all the years of going to docs, NEVER did one wear a mask in the office appts, have your docs....nor the lab techs who draw blood.....

Wear your masks if they bring you comfort...and all the mask wearing, daily I hear more cases as they continue to push more and more testing.....I am of the believe FOR ME, I don't need to test if I feel good......

But most of the world is so  brainwashed, and a dear family member almost died from the MD's brainwashing and never a word about natural healing....


That's what I'm trying to tell you. Your immune system might be good enough but that doesn't mean everyone's is. That's why you wear a mask; out of courtesy.

Your doctors weren't wearing a mask because there was no respitory pandemic. I'm not so sure I've "never" seen a doctor wear a mask either. When my sister gets the flu she is always hospitalized as a precaution. All the nurses and doctors wear a mask and a hazmut suit around her and remove it when they leave her hospital room and sanitize their hands. They take it very seriously. Even when I got flu two summers ago, I went to a clinic maskless and and the clinic attendant castigated me for not wearing one and gave me a mask, and the doctor wore a mask when she came to see me too.

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Written By: CatwomanofV on 10/25/20 at 5:44 pm


Again for so few cents a day everyone can help their immune systems....doesn't anyone get this?  And I'm not saying vaccines, as I have not had one in over 40 yrs.....and not a cold etc in that many years too.  I've been so focused on good health since the 80's and had my share of damage and so did a loved one...we  have learned and everyone can...

And I'm saying in all the years of going to docs, NEVER did one wear a mask in the office appts, have your docs....nor the lab techs who draw blood.....

Wear your masks if they bring you comfort...and all the mask wearing, daily I hear more cases as they continue to push more and more testing.....I am of the believe FOR ME, I don't need to test if I feel good......

But most of the world is so  brainwashed, and a dear family member almost died from the MD's brainwashing and never a word about natural healing....


You are right that med techs did not wear masks when they drew blood or when you went to a dr. appointment. But there wasn't a deadly virus that can be transmitted by droplets like there is now. The masks keep droplets from spreading.

https://www.nebraskamed.com/sites/default/files/images/covid19/wearamask_infographic.jpg


Cat

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Written By: jaminhealth on 10/25/20 at 5:53 pm


Can't you take steps to keep your immune system strong and also wear a mask? I don't see how those two are contradictory. A mask can prevent transmission between you and someone with a weaker immune system.


Of course, you can do both, I choose NOT to be masked....

My daughter who walks her dog a few times a day and is not going to wear a mask in the beautiful clean air, says she gets the dirty looks and comments from many who wear and her choice is not too....also a friend who lives in my bldg says the same thing, he believes as I do and wants the  fresh air in his lungs and not the stale mask air.....

And yes they all put the mask on when they go to the markets and my grandgirl has to wear one in the clinic where she works but when clients are not around, she pulls it down....

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Written By: 2001 on 10/25/20 at 5:55 pm


Of course, you can do both, I choose NOT to be masked....


Then you are acting against good health advice. Remember that choices have consequences. The corollary to "masks reduce rates of transmission" is that being maskless increases it.

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Written By: jaminhealth on 10/25/20 at 5:59 pm

I believe in my choice of good health practices..and decades ago starting questioning all the authorities....No one knows my body like I do and that goes for all of us.

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Written By: 2001 on 10/25/20 at 6:03 pm


I believe in my choice of good health practices..and decades ago starting questioning all the authorities....No one knows my body like I do and that goes for all of us.


But this isn't about your body, it's about others...

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Written By: 2001 on 10/25/20 at 7:41 pm

52,000 cases in France today.  :o

We also surpassed 1,000 daily cases in Ontario for the first time today. That Thanksgiving bump has finally arrived.  :-\\

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Written By: jaminhealth on 10/25/20 at 7:44 pm

We'll just agree to disagree, people NEED to take care of their own health, not me.  Or their neighbors or strangers etc etc....  People are obese and ask for help etc but don't make changes....MANY with the deaths have MANY chronic health issues.   

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Written By: 2001 on 10/25/20 at 7:58 pm


We'll just agree to disagree, people NEED to take care of their own health, not me.  Or their neighbors or strangers etc etc....  People are obese and ask for help etc but don't make changes....MANY with the deaths have MANY chronic health issues. 


We will all succomb to "health issues" eventually. God forbid if you start suffering health issues that no sick person coughs on you and says you're responsible for your own health. ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 10/25/20 at 8:52 pm

We shattered our case record today. Over 3000. A couple weeks ago we broke the record at 2000. Back before quarantine we were just over 1000. We were below 1000 for most of the summer with most businesses open but then the governor got shot down from doing much of anything. Since then our daily cases have tripled. The same thing happened in Wisconsin after the governor got shot down from handling the pandemic.

The death rate is still low, but that will change once hospitals start maxing out.

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Written By: 2001 on 10/25/20 at 9:27 pm


We shattered our case record today. Over 3000. A couple weeks ago we broke the record at 2000. Back before quarantine we were just over 1000. We were below 1000 for most of the summer with most businesses open but then the governor got shot down from doing much of anything. Since then our daily cases have tripled. The same thing happened in Wisconsin after the governor got shot down from handling the pandemic.

The death rate is still low, but that will change once hospitals start maxing out.


Woah, I thought Michigan was one of those stricter states considering what happened in the spring. Stay safe out there.  :-\\

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Written By: wagonman76 on 10/25/20 at 10:30 pm


Woah, I thought Michigan was one of those stricter states considering what happened in the spring. Stay safe out there.  :-\\


This spring was overboard strict, in ways without good reason. Starting in June she had a real plan based on regions that was working much better.

Subject: Re: Further 20,530 new cases across UK

Written By: nally on 10/26/20 at 1:17 am


52,000 cases in France today.  :o

We also surpassed 1,000 daily cases in Ontario for the first time today. That Thanksgiving bump has finally arrived.  :-\\

Wow :o

Makes me wonder how it's gonna be in the U.S. when we celebrate Thanksgiving next month. National holidays have tended to spark an uptick in cases. Although there are other factors as well.

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Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/20 at 2:44 am


Wow :o

Makes me wonder how it's gonna be in the U.S. when we celebrate Thanksgiving next month. National holidays have tended to spark an uptick in cases. Although there are other factors as well.
Your Black Friday will not be the same, but my thoughts are on Christmas, how will it be like?

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Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 10/26/20 at 9:56 am


Here we are into about 8 months of a masked society and I have NOT had one on...to start with I was home a LOT before covid due to other health issue...but around my apt bldg and mail box and friends who I talk to and who come to my house, we don't live in fear and wear masks......the delivery people due as their company rules that.

We work to keep our immune systems strong, which is NO #1 for protection. 

If only our higher ups preached all the good stuff for our immune systems, instead of their bandaids, I believe so much could be different. 

I have NOT had a cold, flu and no vaccines for this gal for about 40 yrs, thanks to what I do for my own  health.  And at 82....


You seem quite politically and socially engaged for 82. Were you heavily involved in Civil Rights and anti Vietnam War the protests of the 1960s?

Subject: Re: Further 20,530 new cases across UK

Written By: nally on 10/26/20 at 10:24 am


Your Black Friday will not be the same, but my thoughts are on Christmas, how will it be like?

Only time will tell...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/20 at 11:00 am


Here we are into about 8 months of a masked society and I have NOT had one on...to start with I was home a LOT before covid due to other health issue...but around my apt bldg and mail box and friends who I talk to and who come to my house, we don't live in fear and wear masks......the delivery people due as their company rules that.

We work to keep our immune systems strong, which is NO #1 for protection. 

If only our higher ups preached all the good stuff for our immune systems, instead of their bandaids, I believe so much could be different. 

I have NOT had a cold, flu and no vaccines for this gal for about 40 yrs, thanks to what I do for my own  health.  And at 82....
Were you wearing a facial mask during the Shanghai Flu epidemic in the late 1960s?

Subject: Covid-19: UK latest, Warrington moves into top tier of restrictions

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/20 at 11:17 am

The UK government has confirmed Warrington, in north-west England, will move into the highest tier of coronavirus restrictions. The new measures will come into force from tomorrow.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/20 at 12:17 pm


The UK government has confirmed Warrington, in north-west England, will move into the highest tier of coronavirus restrictions. The new measures will come into force from tomorrow.
Nottingham and parts of the surrounding county will move into the top tier of Covid restrictions, it has been confirmed. People living in the city, along with Rushcliffe, Gedling and Broxtowe, face the toughest restrictions.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/26/20 at 1:12 pm

Wow, the IHME model predicts 30,000 deaths for Canada by the end of February. We "only" had 9,000 during the first wave and are around 10,000 right now. I hope it doesn't come to fruition.  :-[

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/26/20 at 1:54 pm

I've never worn a mask and I had the Asian flu back in 1957 I think it was and I was so so sick AT HOME and got better, I was 18.    Have not had a flu since and when I feel one may come on, I hit the Oscilloccium  homeopathic "miracle"...and would do the same if I felt any covid symptoms.....

I've always been anti war as long as I can remember but was not marching in the streets etc....but I followed tom hayden and jane and don't go there with the "hate jane" trip, please....I even worked for her at one point in her exercise video world....smart woman and boy has she gotten beat up...

She and tom did so much in my town to keep affordable housing (apts living) in this beautiful desirable beach town....it's still out of sick sky high prices, but the  crowds still come and many are leaving for NV and TX as they can't afford housing anymore...sigh, the developers and the deep pocket politicians.....that's American for ya.   

Just thinking I consider myself a  jack of all trades in my life journey, and know  it all came about when I moved to CA from PA and went thru a lot of changes I never expected and pulled myself up and got on with my life....3000 miles from my roots....  so many opportunities in CA and didn't want to move here but was brought here by an ex...long story on all that....

Got a tad off topic, but this Covid is a big war....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/26/20 at 2:27 pm

Things can get a lot worse with the flu season hitting the country, I protect myself and never get a vaccine but MANY do and that is their choice.    If I ran things, I would be harping all the time "get that Vit C and Vit D" into your bodies people....and zinc, even the potus talked a lot about zinc and what he was doing covid world....

For me the holidays mean nothing, I started backing out in my 60's, so they are quiet and very healthy...I did plenty of holidays... 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 10/26/20 at 5:29 pm


I've never worn a mask and I had the Asian flu back in 1957 I think it was and I was so so sick AT HOME and got better, I was 18.    Have not had a flu since and when I feel one may come on, I hit the Oscilloccium  homeopathic "miracle"...and would do the same if I felt any covid symptoms.....

I've always been anti war as long as I can remember but was not marching in the streets etc....but I followed tom hayden and jane and don't go there with the "hate jane" trip, please....I even worked for her at one point in her exercise video world....smart woman and boy has she gotten beat up...

She and tom did so much in my town to keep affordable housing (apts living) in this beautiful desirable beach town....it's still out of sick sky high prices, but the  crowds still come and many are leaving for NV and TX as they can't afford housing anymore...sigh, the developers and the deep pocket politicians.....that's American for ya.   

Just thinking I consider myself a  jack of all trades in my life journey, and know  it all came about when I moved to CA from PA and went thru a lot of changes I never expected and pulled myself up and got on with my life....3000 miles from my roots....  so many opportunities in CA and didn't want to move here but was brought here by an ex...long story on all that....

Got a tad off topic, but this Covid is a big war....


What do you remember about the day JFK was killed?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/26/20 at 6:21 pm


What do you remember about the day JFK was killed?


Wonder what this has to do with the topic?

I  was walking thru Kaufmann's Dept store in Monroeville, PA with my mother and my 2 month old in my arms....and everyone starting screaming and crying  in shock....

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Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 10/26/20 at 7:25 pm


Wonder what this has to do with the topic?

I  was walking thru Kaufmann's Dept store in Monroeville, PA with my mother and my 2 month old in my arms....and everyone starting screaming and crying  in shock....


That's amazing. What a historic moment.

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Written By: jaminhealth on 10/26/20 at 9:36 pm


That's amazing. What a historic moment.


So  you don't recall this period in time, were you alive?  I get the impression I'm probably the oldest member around here.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: AmericanGirl on 10/26/20 at 10:09 pm


What do you remember about the day JFK was killed?



I  was walking thru Kaufmann's Dept store in Monroeville, PA with my mother and my 2 month old in my arms....and everyone starting screaming and crying  in shock....



That's amazing. What a historic moment.



So  you don't recall this period in time, were you alive?  I get the impression I'm probably the oldest member around here.


I was 3 at that time.  I don't remember anything about JFK's assassination except what I learned after the fact.  My curiosity compels me to ask, what was the election season of 1960 like?  Was that your first election?  (I was a baby then, only 8 or 9 months old.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 10/26/20 at 10:19 pm


So  you don't recall this period in time, were you alive?  I get the impression I'm probably the oldest member around here.


Yeah, I was alive. I was sent home from school. Interestingly I remember the radio reports a lot more than TV.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/27/20 at 7:17 am


My mom works at a grocery store too and she goes in around 4am and gets out at noon so she can avoid most of the crowds. But there are still plenty of crazies any given day.


I know, it's the same way at our store.

Subject: Re: Wales lockdown: Supermarkets told to sell only essential items

Written By: Howard on 10/27/20 at 7:18 am


Exactly!! That is why I wear one whenever I go out into public, especially if I know I'm gonna be in a place where other people are.

In fact, I went to church this morning with my parents (for an outdoor service) and wore my mask at all times.


I wear one when I get on public transportation.

Subject: Re: Further 20,530 new cases across UK

Written By: Howard on 10/27/20 at 7:22 am


Wow :o

Makes me wonder how it's gonna be in the U.S. when we celebrate Thanksgiving next month. National holidays have tended to spark an uptick in cases. Although there are other factors as well.


I think Thanksgiving dinner may be cancelled.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/27/20 at 7:23 am


Your Black Friday will not be the same, but my thoughts are on Christmas, how will it be like?


I think that may be cancelled too.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/20 at 11:18 am


Yeah, I was alive. I was sent home from school. Interestingly I remember the radio reports a lot more than TV.
I was only five at that time, and do not recall the assassination of JFK, but do remember hearing the news report of the sad demise of hie brother.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mask report!

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/20 at 11:19 am

In one shop today I was in, I was the only one wearing a mask, I did not spend long in there.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK deaths and cases.

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/20 at 11:34 am

The government said a further 367 people had died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of Tuesday, which brings the UK total to 45,365. Separate figures published by Britain's statistics agencies for deaths where coronavirus has been mentioned on the death certificate, together with additional data, show the UK's tally now stands at 61,000. The number of deaths reported on Tuesday is the highest daily figure since 27 May, when 422 deaths were reported. Meanwhile, another 22,885 people have tested positive for Covid-19 in Britain, taking the total to 917,575.

Subject: Re: Wales lockdown: Supermarkets told to sell only essential items

Written By: nally on 10/27/20 at 1:15 pm


I wear one when I get on public transportation.

I haven't been on any public transportation since 2012, when I was in San Francisco with my family. We used the cable cars, the transit bus, and the trolleys.

But the last time I used local public transportation (that is, in the greater Los Angeles area), was ten years ago, in 2010 when I had that temporary job in downtown L.A. and used the train and subway. My dad also used it regularly...until his October 2014 layoff.

Subject: Re: Further 20,530 new cases across UK

Written By: nally on 10/27/20 at 1:16 pm


I think Thanksgiving dinner may be cancelled.

For some people, maybe, but not for us. It's just going to be the three of us (my parents and me); we don't have many extended family members left anyways.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK deaths and cases.

Written By: nally on 10/27/20 at 1:17 pm


In one shop today I was in, I was the only one wearing a mask, I did not spend long in there.

That's good. Just get what you need, pay for it and leave.


I will be going out tomorrow, but only to my office and back.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 10/27/20 at 1:59 pm


So  you don't recall this period in time, were you alive?  I get the impression I'm probably the oldest member around here.



I was just a baby so I don't remember.

You are probably right about being the oldest member-but Carlos is not too far behind you.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mask report!

Written By: Howard on 10/27/20 at 2:26 pm


In one shop today I was in, I was the only one wearing a mask, I did not spend long in there.


I like to be in a place where everyone's wearing a mask.

Subject: Re: Further 20,530 new cases across UK

Written By: Howard on 10/27/20 at 2:27 pm


For some people, maybe, but not for us. It's just going to be the three of us (my parents and me); we don't have many extended family members left anyways.


or you could have a Zoom Thanksgiving, just a thought?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK deaths and cases.

Written By: nally on 10/27/20 at 2:46 pm


or you could have a Zoom Thanksgiving, just a thought?

Yes, but you can't share food that way. Still, it'd be a nice way to socialize with people. :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mask report!

Written By: nally on 10/27/20 at 2:54 pm


I like to be in a place where everyone's wearing a mask.

That was the case this past Sunday at "church". Everyone wishing to attend was required to sign up on the church's website in advance, and wear a face mask on the premises at all times.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mask report!

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 10/27/20 at 2:59 pm


That was the case this past Sunday at "church". Everyone wishing to attend was required to sign up on the church's website in advance, and wear a face mask on the premises at all times.


Yes, but did they all have their noses covered? What is it with all these people who go around with the masks not covering their noses? It renders the entire concept useless. There need to me more PSAs on how to wear a mask properly. You'd think it would be common sense (the nose expels just as the mouth does) but apparently not to some people.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 10/27/20 at 3:44 pm

We are going to do Thanksgiving at Carlos' son's house. We are nervous but we are going to do it.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/20 at 4:01 pm


We are going to do Thanksgiving at Carlos' son's house. We are nervous but we are going to do it.


Cat
Will it be too cold to eat the Thanksgiving Dinner in the garden than inside the house?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 10/27/20 at 4:08 pm


Will it be too cold to eat the Thanksgiving Dinner in the garden than inside the house?


Ah yeah. But, Step-Son said that he was going to open windows so we should dress warmly.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/27/20 at 4:41 pm

Now, I have NOT read all the Covid stuff here and was going to post stuff about Gates et all and population issues, but will NOT if people don't want this stuff posted....

I have MUCH distrust in all this Covid jazz....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/27/20 at 4:55 pm

Just want to point us Canadians had Thanksgiving in mid-October. In Ontario/Quebec we had restaurants and bars closed beforehand, so our numbers didn't go up but nor did they go down after Thanksgiving (so the lockdown had to be extended), but in the Western provinces where they didn't lockdown, cases doubled or tripled (and are still going up).  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/20 at 5:30 pm


Now, I have NOT read all the Covid stuff here and was going to post stuff about Gates et all and population issues, but will NOT if people don't want this stuff posted....

I have MUCH distrust in all this Covid jazz....
Can I kindly ask, in what way do you distrust this Covid 'jazz'?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mask report!

Written By: nally on 10/27/20 at 5:52 pm


Yes, but did they all have their noses covered?

In fact, they did. Nose and mouth.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/27/20 at 5:58 pm


Can I kindly ask, in what way do you distrust this Covid 'jazz'?


So you never questioned it all?  Who do you listen to media wise?  I watch no tv but do have many others  I subscribe to and believe what so many feel just as I do, lots of distrust and misinformation.  To name you a few here, won't do.  But I don't trust govt officials and WHO and CDC and have questioned them all for many years, long before covid....

That's why I ask does anyone else want to read any of the stuff Re: Gates et al... maybe you don't and could be the less one knows the better off they are.....But many SHEEP in our world.   

I could post a list of some of those I believe more but don't want to start something here that may not be welcome....there are many sides to this virus.  I knew this when the virus switch was turned on in early March.   

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/27/20 at 6:48 pm

The Year of Disguises

https://www.aier.org/article/the-year-of-disguises/

This is a long essay on all that is going on with Covid, from a PhD Chemist in CA....I've read it a couple times and a lot of said in the last 2-3 paragraphs that SHOULD BE directed to the people by the "officials"....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/27/20 at 7:27 pm

2700 deaths in Europe in one day  :o

Canada also passed the 10,000 death mark  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/27/20 at 7:29 pm


The Year of Disguises

https://www.aier.org/article/the-year-of-disguises/

This is a long essay on all that is going on with Covid, from a PhD Chemist in CA....I've read it a couple times and a lot of said in the last 2-3 paragraphs that SHOULD BE directed to the people by the "officials"....


I read it yesterday btw it recommended wearing surgical masks around the elderly and high risk groups :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/27/20 at 7:38 pm

Wow, hospitalizations in France have reached those not seen since April.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/27/20 at 7:45 pm

Do you all believe all the figures that are thrown out?  I do not. 

And for the elderly, my 82 yrs put me in that category and I hardly have a person around me with a mask...I'm one of the rare elders who have worked on their immune systems for years..

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 10/27/20 at 7:52 pm


Do you all believe all the figures that are thrown out?  I do not. 

And for the elderly, my 82 yrs put me in that category and I hardly have a person around me with a mask...I'm one of the rare elders who have worked on their immune systems for years..


Yes, I question the figures. A lot of people who had the virus technically died of something ELSE not related to the virus but are listed as covid deaths. So there's a lot of this type of overlap going on. And there are other reasons for the figures to be inaccurate and because figures are often inaccurate anyway.

I like that you were health conscious and paid attention to your immune system years ago. Did you ever read "Sugar Blues"?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/27/20 at 8:05 pm


Yes, I question the figures. A lot of people who had the virus technically died of something ELSE not related to the virus but are listed as covid deaths. So there's a lot of this type of overlap going on. And there are other reasons for the figures to be inaccurate and because figures are often inaccurate anyway.

I like that you were health conscious and paid attention to your immune system years ago. Did you ever read "Sugar Blues"?


I think they are inaccurate, but in the opposite direction. The excess recorded deaths are much higher than the reported COVID-19 deaths.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/27/20 at 9:24 pm


Yes, I question the figures. A lot of people who had the virus technically died of something ELSE not related to the virus but are listed as covid deaths. So there's a lot of this type of overlap going on. And there are other reasons for the figures to be inaccurate and because figures are often inaccurate anyway.

I like that you were health conscious and paid attention to your immune system years ago. Did you ever read "Sugar Blues"?


No never read Sugar Blues, but have believed for a LONG time how damaging sugars are and believe it was a major cause of my sister's death and pharma drugs, she struggled with MS and addicted to sugars and carbs...  Very sad

I finally woke  up about 15 yrs ago and have eliminated LOTS of refined sugars/carbs from my diet....

On the death reports, I've also heard that hospitals get more money from the govt when  Covid is on death certificate,,,,

I woke up and started taking care of myself in the 80's after a visit to ER from pharma drug damage...and it all just evolved....

Cancer cells LOVE sugar...

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dude111 on 10/27/20 at 10:24 pm

Do you all believe all the figures that are thrown out?  I do not. 

No and no one should..... A major agenda is going on!!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/27/20 at 11:04 pm


No and no one should..... A major agenda is going on!!


Such as? Work from home to improve your mental health and spend more time with your family?  :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/27/20 at 11:16 pm

S,P,  Do  you have any idea of the damage all these lockdowns have caused families, loss of jobs, people TRYING to teach  children at home, kids TRYING to learn virtually, not good, not good at all.  I hear human life stories almost all day on NPR of real live people and how close they are to being on the streets, in long food lines...do you hear any of this stuff?       

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/27/20 at 11:35 pm


S,P,  Do  you have any idea of the damage all these lockdowns have caused families, loss of jobs, people TRYING to teach  children at home, kids TRYING to learn virtually, not good, not good at all.  I hear human life stories almost all day on NPR of real live people and how close they are to being on the streets, in long food lines...do you hear any of this stuff?     


So what is the agenda?  ???

In Canada all schools are open (unless they have an outbreak), unemployment and emergency benefits are generous. There was even an aid package for students. Not that everyone is thriving, but what would be the agenda? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 10/28/20 at 2:15 am


So what is the agenda?  ???

In Canada all schools are open (unless they have an outbreak), unemployment and emergency benefits are generous. There was even an aid package for students. Not that everyone is thriving, but what would be the agenda? ???


This is my question as well.

Why would governments make it up? How did all the governments across the world come up with the exact same story and what is the benefit to them?

I can accept that the numbers of deaths are not accurate and different countries count them differently. In England it is anyone who has had a positive test within 28 days before they died, but other countries within the U.K. have different rules for including someone in their statistics. However whether this means deaths are lower or higher than given I am not sure.

Subject: Covid: Nottinghamshire to enter tier 3 from Friday

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/20 at 8:20 am

Nottinghamshire's move into tier three has been delayed until 00:01 on Friday and is now set to include the entire county, the BBC understands. Nottingham, Rushcliffe, Gedling and Broxtowe were due to move into the top tier of Covid restrictions on Thursday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 10/28/20 at 8:29 am


Such as? Work from home to improve your mental health and spend more time with your family?  :P


"Work from home to improve your mental health" is very subjective. Working from home is kind of a false god, it's not all it's cracked up to be. It shouldn't be assumed that everybody loves it or that it is a universally good thing.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/20 at 8:34 am


"Work from home to improve your mental health" is very subjective. Working from home is kind of a false god, it's not all it's cracked up to be. It shouldn't be assumed that everybody loves it or that it is a universally good thing.

over the course of the pandemic, I have spoken to many a person working from home, some love it, other hate it. I consider there are many distractions at home, but your kitchen is nearer than the coffee machine at work.

Subject: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/20 at 8:50 am

Environment Secretary George Eustice has insisted the government wants families to have a Christmas that is "as close to normal as possible" but that it's "too early to say what restrictions will be in place" by then.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 9:38 am


"Work from home to improve your mental health" is very subjective. Working from home is kind of a false god, it's not all it's cracked up to be. It shouldn't be assumed that everybody loves it or that it is a universally good thing.


I used to wake up at 5am but now I wake up at 8:30am. Needless to say I'm a fan.  8)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/20 at 9:40 am


I used to wake up at 5am but now I wake up at 8:30am. Needless to say I'm a fan.  8)
My son enjoyed his extra hours at home when he was in the work from home position.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 9:45 am


My son enjoyed his extra hours at home when he was in the work from home position.


Yeah, my commute was 45-60 minutes one way, up to 2 hours during a snow storm or summer construction (we have a joke in Toronto that goes "we have two seasons: winter and construction")

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/20 at 11:10 am


Yeah, my commute was 45-60 minutes one way, up to 2 hours during a snow storm or summer construction (we have a joke in Toronto that goes "we have two seasons: winter and construction")
Not like our "four seasons in one day"?

I used to have a long ride to work many years back, I would read going in and a cryptic crossward on the way home.

Subject: Germany 'to go into lockdown next week'

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/20 at 11:11 am

A broad but limited lockdown in Germany is going to take place from 2 November, reports say. An earlier draft plan, which we reported on, had the start date as two days later.

Under the proposals, as yet unconfirmed:

# Schools would remain open

# Social contacts would be limited to two households and tourism would be halted

# Cinemas, theatres, leisure centres would be shut

# Bars would close and restaurants would be limited to takeaways

#Tattoo and massage parlours would shut but hairdressers would be allowed to stay open

# Companies badly hit by the lockdown could be reimbursed with up to 75% of their November 2019 takings

Chancellor Angela Merkel and the state premiers will reconvene on 11 November to reassess the situation, under those proposed measures.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records a further 310 daily Covid deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/20 at 11:40 am

Another 310 people have died in the UK within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19, the latest government figures show.

It brings the total number of coronavirus deaths to 45,675, using that measure.

There have also been a further 24,701 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK as of 09:00 on Wednesday, taking the total number of UK cases to 942,275.

On Tuesday, the UK recorded its highly daily death figure since May, after 367 people were reported to have died with the virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 12:08 pm


Not like our "four seasons in one day"?

I used to have a long ride to work many years back, I would read going in and a cryptic crossward on the way home.


I used to listen to audiobooks and podcasts. My headphones kept my ear warm.

I never managed to finish a crossword by myself :P

Subject: Re: Germany 'to go into lockdown next week'

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 12:13 pm


A broad but limited lockdown in Germany is going to take place from 2 November, reports say. An earlier draft plan, which we reported on, had the start date as two days later.

Under the proposals, as yet unconfirmed:

# Schools would remain open

# Social contacts would be limited to two households and tourism would be halted

# Cinemas, theatres, leisure centres would be shut

# Bars would close and restaurants would be limited to takeaways

#Tattoo and massage parlours would shut but hairdressers would be allowed to stay open

# Companies badly hit by the lockdown could be reimbursed with up to 75% of their November 2019 takings

Chancellor Angela Merkel and the state premiers will reconvene on 11 November to reassess the situation, under those proposed measures.


This sounds identical to the list of restrictions in the Toronto area. There's no way it's only going to last 9 days, I've already accepted its going to be like this until April/May. Europeans needs to accept the inevitable and preorder the PlayStation 5.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/28/20 at 1:35 pm

Alright folks,  you want Agenda, and I could post links but look for yourselves....Bill Gates and his buddies and World Population stuff....not knew info, but more meaningful now since covid and all the alleged deaths, I even question the numbers more and more...

And we've been told from the early days:  rats, monkeys, bats, lab produced, 5G and what else I'm sure there are more reasons for covid...but the latest and I heard it last night before I went to sleep from my big source of info:  covid =  high powered pneumonia...

Do your research on all the covid and pneumonia....you can all get pneumonia vaccines now if you want that protection...I don't get any shots in the dark....

And hearing some damaging side effects from those already volunteering for the "new vaccine".. of course, the poor, those in Africa and for sure none in govt, they don't want to be guinea pigs..

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 3:20 pm


Alright folks,  you want Agenda, and I could post links but look for yourselves....Bill Gates and his buddies and World Population stuff....not knew info, but more meaningful now since covid and all the alleged deaths, I even question the numbers more and more...

And we've been told from the early days:  rats, monkeys, bats, lab produced, 5G and what else I'm sure there are more reasons for covid...but the latest and I heard it last night before I went to sleep from my big source of info:  covid =  high powered pneumonia...

Do your research on all the covid and pneumonia....you can all get pneumonia vaccines now if you want that protection...I don't get any shots in the dark....

And hearing some damaging side effects from those already volunteering for the "new vaccine".. of course, the poor, those in Africa and for sure none in govt, they don't want to be guinea pigs..


Bill Gates, for whatever reason, wants to reduce the World Population, so he manufactures a virus that kills (almost exclusively) people who are long past reproductive age, at a rate of 20%? Did I get that right, or did you mean something else?  ???

There is no pneumonia vaccine, just like there's no sneezing or diarrhoea vaccine. It's a symptom of infection, not an infection unto itself. There are vaccines against bacteria that cause pneumonia, but obviously it does not work for this new virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 3:25 pm

Anyway I heard on the radio that Macron is shutting down restaurants and bars nationwide. Impeccable timing, as he also said something about there being more projected deaths in the second wave than the first wave.  :-\\

That makes both France and Germany who are reconfining.

Subject: Macron declares second national lockdown in France

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/20 at 3:26 pm


Anyway I heard on the radio that Macron is shutting down restaurants and bars nationwide. Impeccable timing, as he also said something about there being more projected deaths in the second wave than the first wave.  :-\\

That makes both France and Germany who are reconfining.
You beat me to it!

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a second national lockdown for at least the whole of November. Mr Macron said under the new measures, starting on Friday, people would only be allowed to leave home for essential work or medical reasons. Non-essential businesses, such as restaurants and bars, will close, but schools and factories will remain open. Covid daily deaths in France are at the highest level since April. On Tuesday, 33,000 new cases were confirmed. Mr Macron said the country risked being "overwhelmed by a second wave that no doubt will be harder than the first". Earlier, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said her country must "act now" and called for a "major national effort" to fight the spread of coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-54716993

Subject: Re: Macron declares second national lockdown in France

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 3:37 pm


You beat me to it!

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a second national lockdown for at least the whole of November. Mr Macron said under the new measures, starting on Friday, people would only be allowed to leave home for essential work or medical reasons. Non-essential businesses, such as restaurants and bars, will close, but schools and factories will remain open. Covid daily deaths in France are at the highest level since April. On Tuesday, 33,000 new cases were confirmed. Mr Macron said the country risked being "overwhelmed by a second wave that no doubt will be harder than the first". Earlier, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said her country must "act now" and called for a "major national effort" to fight the spread of coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-54716993


Oh wow, I didn't catch that he was banning people from going outdoors. France is going overboard again. The chances of catching an infection outside are minimal, especially if people wear masks. Oh well, we will be indoors playing PlayStation 5 anyway, right ?  :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/20 at 3:54 pm


Oh wow, I didn't catch that he was banning people from going outdoors. France is going overboard again. The chances of catching an infection outside are minimal, especially if people wear masks. Oh well, we will be indoors playing PlayStation 5 anyway, right ?  :D
In France, if and when anyone goes out, they have to have a printed document explaining what they are up to, i.e. essential shopping, medical reasons, etc.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 4:05 pm


In France, if and when anyone goes out, they have to have a printed document explaining what they are up to, i.e. essential shopping, medical reasons, etc.


They did the same thing in March/April. Back then we didn't completely know how the disease spread, but now we know it spreads better in crammed indoor spaces than outdoor open spaces. People should be allowed to meet up with their friends at the park or at an outdoor restaurant. I swear France goes from 0 to 100 and never anything in between :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/28/20 at 4:13 pm


Bill Gates, for whatever reason, wants to reduce the World Population, so he manufactures a virus that kills (almost exclusively) people who are long past reproductive age, at a rate of 20%? Did I get that right, or did you mean something else?  ???

There is no pneumonia vaccine, just like there's no sneezing or diarrhoea vaccine. It's a symptom of infection, not an infection unto itself. There are vaccines against bacteria that cause pneumonia, but obviously it does not work for this new virus.



There is a pneumonia vaccine in the U.S. and has been for some time, don't know how long, but I never get vaccines period. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/28/20 at 4:17 pm


Bill Gates, for whatever reason, wants to reduce the World Population, so he manufactures a virus that kills (almost exclusively) people who are long past reproductive age, at a rate of 20%? Did I get that right, or did you mean something else?  ???

There is no pneumonia vaccine, just like there's no sneezing or diarrhoea vaccine. It's a symptom of infection, not an infection unto itself. There are vaccines against bacteria that cause pneumonia, but obviously it does not work for this new virus.


Yes, do some research on the Bill Gates and depopulation....is Covid the Big Start????? 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 4:28 pm


Yes, do some research on the Bill Gates and depopulation....is Covid the Big Start?????


You or whoever you heard this from haven't explained how COVID-19 causes depopulation.  ???

What is the Big Start? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/20 at 4:29 pm


You or whoever you heard this from haven't explained how COVID-19 causes depopulation.  ???

What is the Big Start? ???
I was just about to ask the same, I cannot imagine that Bill Gates started Covid-19, unless he was in Wuhan in China at the time?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 4:39 pm


I was just about to ask the same, I cannot imagine that Bill Gates started Covid-19, unless he was in Wuhan in China at the time?


My theory of a Sony employee taking PlayStation 5 "viral marketing" too literally makes way more sense.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/20 at 4:45 pm


My theory of a Sony employee taking PlayStation 5 "viral marketing" too literally makes way more sense.
The PlayStation, something to do while in lockdown?

Subject: Re: Macron declares second national lockdown in France

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 4:54 pm


You beat me to it!

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced a second national lockdown for at least the whole of November. Mr Macron said under the new measures, starting on Friday, people would only be allowed to leave home for essential work or medical reasons. Non-essential businesses, such as restaurants and bars, will close, but schools and factories will remain open. Covid daily deaths in France are at the highest level since April. On Tuesday, 33,000 new cases were confirmed. Mr Macron said the country risked being "overwhelmed by a second wave that no doubt will be harder than the first". Earlier, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said her country must "act now" and called for a "major national effort" to fight the spread of coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-54716993


I just read in an article that France is banning ALL non-essential shops, so that includes retail stores, not only restaurants/bars.

No PlayStation 5 for the French it seems. ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/20 at 4:55 pm


I just read in an article that France is banning ALL non-essential shops, so that includes retail stores, not only restaurants/bars.

No PlayStation 5 for the French it seems. ???
Purchase online, amazon?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 4:56 pm


The PlayStation, something to do while in lockdown?


In stores November 12th (November 19th in Europe).  8)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/20 at 5:02 pm


In stores November 12th (November 19th in Europe).  8)
No use digging out the old PlayStation?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 5:03 pm


No use digging out the old PlayStation?


Well, you will want a PlayStation 4 at least if you want to voice chat and play with your friends online.

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: nally on 10/28/20 at 5:58 pm


I used to wake up at 5am but now I wake up at 8:30am. Needless to say I'm a fan.  8)

Similarly, I used to wake up fairly early when I was driving to work on a normal basis. Since I've worked from home I haven't had to get up quite as early, which I kinda like. However, I'm overall a good sport about it.

Of course, during my years as an undergrad college student (most of the 2000s), I was getting up quite early, usually around 5am, to ride the commuter train to the university (and also commute home on it each day).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/28/20 at 6:32 pm


You or whoever you heard this from haven't explained how COVID-19 causes depopulation.  ???

What is the Big Start? ???


You don't get  it?  Are we NOT being told how many have died and are dying daily?  How bodies have been piled up on NY early on, I wonder about all that now.....    All this stinks...in more ways than others....


It  just occurred to me my grandkids are close to your young age and they do NOT have the deep concerns that those of us 50 on are going thru.  They are being inconvenienced as grandson is unable to finish collage as the Univ if locked down, and he does not want to do virtual college...I don't blame him.  So they too don't hear the human stories of so many in pain from these lockdowns. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/28/20 at 8:56 pm

This is who I'll be tuned into tonight on my late night info radio:

https://sciencebasedmedicine.org/j-b-handleys-unthinking-persons-guide-to-the-covid-19-pandemic/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 9:57 pm


You don't get  it?  Are we NOT being told how many have died and are dying daily?  How bodies have been piled up on NY early on, I wonder about all that now.....    All this stinks...in more ways than others....


It  just occurred to me my grandkids are close to your young age and they do NOT have the deep concerns that those of us 50 on are going thru.  They are being inconvenienced as grandson is unable to finish collage as the Univ if locked down, and he does not want to do virtual college...I don't blame him.  So they too don't hear the human stories of so many in pain from these lockdowns.


Most the people dying are 60+. They are already past reproductive age. They've already had kids and even grandkids. Killing them off does not slow down the population growth rate at all, since the baby makers in their 20s-40s are still alive. If this virus was hand and tailormade by Bill Gates to depopulate the planet, he did a rather botched job don't you think?

I don't know your grandson's specifics. From what I know universities in small towns in Canada are open. They are closed in Toronto but tutorials/practicums are in-person.

I am 27 but I remember when I was in uni the vast majority of learning was self-directed. If your grandson can't learn things online then how will he be a self-directed learner once he graduates? It's a very mportant life skill to have, especially in this 21st century knowledge economy.  ???

But anyway, I don't support lockdowns per se. I support contact tracing, which is how my area handled things well in the summer with almost no restrictions in place. We had zero active cases in my city in the summer. When you have too many cases though, contact tracing becomes impossible. That's when you need to add restrictions for one or two weeks: so they can catch up on their contact tracing backlog. Once that's done you open back up. This is how it is done in South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, Taiwan etc.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 10/28/20 at 10:05 pm


Most the people dying are 60+. They are already past reproductive age. They've already had kids and even grandkids. Killing them off does not slow down the population growth rate at all, since the baby makers in their 20s-40s are still alive. If this virus was hand and tailormade by Bill Gates to depopulate the planet, he did a rather botched job don't you think?




I think your missing the point Jaminhealth suggests that the virus is thinning out the already existing population, not the population yet to be.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 10:08 pm


I think your missing the point Jaminhealth suggests that the virus is thinning out the already existing population, not the population yet to be.


It still doesn't add up. The virus is not deadly enough to reduce the world population. The United States population for example grows about 3 million every year, and yet only 200,000 have died (or 300,000 excess deaths). It comes nowhere close to achieving its supposed objective.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 10:34 pm


This is who I'll be tuned into tonight on my late night info radio:

https://sciencebasedmedicine.org/j-b-handleys-unthinking-persons-guide-to-the-covid-19-pandemic/


I'm honestly shocked that you read this (decent and reputable) website but also believe in a host of COVID-19-related conspiracy theories.  :-X

Where did you hear the Bill Gates stuff from?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/28/20 at 10:40 pm

Do you think I make the Gates stuff  up...he has a lot of power and lord only knows what he can do and does do....and I'm not shocked at anything any more...at your age in my life yes I would have been most likely.....I was having fun and being married and raising a child at your age.  So politics and anything like this was the furthurest from my life....         

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/28/20 at 10:48 pm


I'm honestly shocked that you read this (decent and reputable) website but also believe in a host of COVID-19-related conspiracy theories.  :-X

Where did you hear the Bill Gates stuff from?  ???


So where does it say what I can post or can't...

And also I'm hearing more today that deaths are on the rise again...and is this true...I question it.  I can see it may all get worse with winter and seasonal flu  hitting people, so it's flu on top of flu .....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/28/20 at 11:00 pm

S.P.  Do  you ever follow any of Robert F Kennedy Jr's  work? 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 10/28/20 at 11:03 pm


So where does it say what I can post or can't...

And also I'm hearing more today that deaths are on the rise again...and is this true...I question it.  I can see it may all get worse with winter and seasonal flu  hitting people, so it's flu on top of flu .....


I think deaths will really start to shoot up once hospitals get maxed out. Which will happen again if not already in some places.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 11:14 pm


So where does it say what I can post or can't...

And also I'm hearing more today that deaths are on the rise again...and is this true...I question it.  I can see it may all get worse with winter and seasonal flu  hitting people, so it's flu on top of flu .....


I didn't say you can't post, I was actually asking where you heard the Bill Gates stuff.

My interest in politics and global affairs is a natural inclination, not anything to do with my age. When I was 12/13 I used to read my dad's newspapers, read the BBC, and went to the library on weekends to transcribe books about African countries into Wikipedia articles, and I had fun doing it. (I had no friends in middle school.) :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 11:23 pm


S.P.  Do  you ever follow any of Robert F Kennedy Jr's  work?


I just looked him up to make sure it wasn't about the one assassinated in 1968. I can't say I ever heard of this Kennedy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/28/20 at 11:32 pm


I think deaths will really start to shoot up once hospitals get maxed out. Which will happen again if not already in some places.


Ontario's hospitals are always maxed out during flu season. They are not made with pandemics in mind.  :(

Subject: Covid-19: Nearly 100,000 catching virus every day - study

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/20 at 4:37 am

Nearly 100,000 people are catching coronavirus every day in England, a major analysis suggests.

The study, by Imperial College London, says the pace of the epidemic is accelerating and estimates the number of people infected is now doubling every nine days.

The authors say we are at a "critical stage" and "something has to change".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54723962

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Nearly 100,000 catching virus every day - study

Written By: LyricBoy on 10/29/20 at 4:44 am


Nearly 100,000 people are catching coronavirus every day in England, a major analysis suggests.

The study, by Imperial College London, says the pace of the epidemic is accelerating and estimates the number of people infected is now doubling every nine days.

The authors say we are at a "critical stage" and "something has to change".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54723962


So COVID is still a thing in England? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mask report!

Written By: Howard on 10/29/20 at 7:51 am


That was the case this past Sunday at "church". Everyone wishing to attend was required to sign up on the church's website in advance, and wear a face mask on the premises at all times.



"wearing mask" signs will be everywhere in stores until this pandemic is over.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mask report!

Written By: Howard on 10/29/20 at 7:52 am


Yes, but did they all have their noses covered? What is it with all these people who go around with the masks not covering their noses? It renders the entire concept useless. There need to me more PSAs on how to wear a mask properly. You'd think it would be common sense (the nose expels just as the mouth does) but apparently not to some people.


With some people, they have them below their noses.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/29/20 at 7:52 am


We are going to do Thanksgiving at Carlos' son's house. We are nervous but we are going to do it.


Cat


How many people will be attending Cat?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/29/20 at 7:54 am


Ah yeah. But, Step-Son said that he was going to open windows so we should dress warmly.


Cat


Good Luck with that, hope it works out.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/29/20 at 7:57 am


Such as? Work from home to improve your mental health and spend more time with your family?  :P


What else can you do?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/29/20 at 7:59 am


I used to wake up at 5am but now I wake up at 8:30am. Needless to say I'm a fan.  8)


I wake up after 3 in the morning on my work days and around 5am on my days off.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/29/20 at 8:02 am


The PlayStation, something to do while in lockdown?


I play with my Playstation 3.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/29/20 at 8:03 am


In stores November 12th (November 19th in Europe).  8)


And I'm keeping my PS3.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/20 at 8:14 am


With some people, they have them below their noses.
...and defeats the whole point in wearing one.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/20 at 8:18 am


So COVID is still a thing in England? ???
Heading for a second lockdown any time soon.

Subject: Oxford to join Tier 2 from Saturday

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/20 at 9:06 am

Oxford City Council has announced the region will join the second tier of coronavirus restrictions from Saturday morning.

Subject: Re: Oxford to join Tier 2 from Saturday

Written By: karen on 10/29/20 at 9:07 am


Oxford City Council has announced the region will join the second tier of coronavirus restrictions from Saturday morning.


I expect it to happen here soon.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/20 at 9:12 am


I expect it to happen here soon.
Indeed, London is already Tier 2, and soon be completed lockdown.

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: nally on 10/29/20 at 10:23 am



"wearing mask" signs will be everywhere in stores until this pandemic is over.

That is so true. I see them here too (posted on the windows) and I'm not even going inside any of them.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records a further 280 Covid deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/20 at 11:34 am

Another 280 people have died in the UK within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19, according to the latest government figures.

It brings the official total number of coronavirus deaths to 45,955.

There have also been a further 23,065 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus recorded in the UK as of 09:00 GMT on Thursday, taking the total number of UK cases to 965,340.

On Wednesday, 24,701 new cases were reported, along with 310 deaths.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 10/29/20 at 12:39 pm

I dont know what to expect from the vaccine anymore. Is it coming Spring 2021?? All I know is that Moderna enrolled all 30,000 participants and 25,000 got their second dose, but I'm not sure when is the vaccine approval...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/29/20 at 1:05 pm

Robert F Kennedy Jr is very involved in the anti vaccine movement and mostly related to rise in autism from the rise/push in vaccines for babies....


On last night's coast to coast, J. B. Handley's bottom line is that if Biden is elected, lockdowns and more fear and fear will go on, and if T, not the case....Handley also is very involved in the damaging vaccines and rise in Autism. 

Lots to learn out there about what goes on behind our backs.....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 10/29/20 at 1:11 pm


Robert F Kennedy Jr is very involved in the anti vaccine movement and mostly related to rise in autism from the rise/push in vaccines for babies....


On last night's coast to coast, J. B. Handley's bottom line is that if Biden is elected, lockdowns and more fear and fear will go on, and if T, not the case....Handley also is very involved in the damaging vaccines and rise in Autism

Lots to learn out there about what goes on behind our backs.....


There has been no proven link between vaccines and autism. The one study that showed a link was flawed, the doctor who conducted it did it for money and has since been struck off, though I understand he is still on the lecture circuit in the USA. Personally I would like to string him up

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/29/20 at 1:23 pm


I dont know what to expect from the vaccine anymore. Is it coming Spring 2021?? All I know is that Moderna enrolled all 30,000 participants and 25,000 got their second dose, but I'm not sure when is the vaccine approval...


Should be before the end of this year for health workers and vulnerable people. Lower priority young people like us will have to wait t until the summer or next fall. Although since you are still going to school you might get it earlier.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/29/20 at 1:32 pm


There has been no proven link between vaccines and autism. The one study that showed a link was flawed, the doctor who conducted it did it for money and has since been struck off, though I understand he is still on the lecture circuit in the USA. Personally I would like to string him up


There is no Hard Proof about a lot of what goes on but if I had an autistic child I would certainly be questioning all the vaccines the babies are being  hit with....OBSCENE is mild thinking. 

And who benefits MOST with  these rampant vaccines, yep BIG PHARMA....

Maybe you are a big pharma stockholder......

Subject: Meat processing factory records 175 positive Covid tests

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/20 at 1:38 pm

At least 175 people have tested positive for coronavirus at a meat processing factory in Norfolk.

All 1,000 workers at Cranswick Country Foods in Watton are being tested after staff in the butchery section were found to have Covid-19.

Breckland Council officials and NHS Test and Trace staff have been deployed to Watton for "reassurance".

Four positive cases in the butchery department were confirmed on 15 October and testing was brought in five days later. Testing between 22 and 23 October found 175 cases.

Norfolk's director of public health Dr Louise Smith said 350 workers had been tested so far.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/29/20 at 1:47 pm


There is no Hard Proof about a lot of what goes on but if I had an autistic child I would certainly be questioning all the vaccines the babies are being  hit with....OBSCENE is mild thinking. 

And who benefits MOST with  these rampant vaccines, yep BIG PHARMA....

Maybe you are a big pharma stockholder......


There have been hundreds of studies done on autism and vaccines and they have found no correlation. That is as good a proof as you're going to get in science. If there was a strong link it would be obvious in the very first study let alone absent on the hundredth.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/29/20 at 1:54 pm

Do you have an autistic child, SlowPoke....

100's of studies, come on.  Throw numbers out there why not....do you want to post some of them...and Science and Pharma are in bed with one another.....

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: Howard on 10/29/20 at 2:04 pm


That is so true. I see them here too (posted on the windows) and I'm not even going inside any of them.


I go to places like those if it's necessary.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/29/20 at 2:05 pm


I dont know what to expect from the vaccine anymore. Is it coming Spring 2021?? All I know is that Moderna enrolled all 30,000 participants and 25,000 got their second dose, but I'm not sure when is the vaccine approval...


I think Fauci said somewhere around March or April 2021.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/29/20 at 2:12 pm


I think Fauci said somwhere around March or April 2021.


Fauci and Pharma are so thick, I don't trust either of them....both of these factors have cushy $$$$ lives....  You want to be a guinea pig? 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 10/29/20 at 2:28 pm


Fauci and Pharma are so thick, I don't trust either of them....both of these factors have cushy $$$$ lives....  You want to be a guinea pig?


I am done with this discussion because you are too set in your beliefs to be persuaded.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/29/20 at 2:32 pm


Fauci and Pharma are so thick, I don't trust either of them....both of these factors have cushy $$$$ lives....  You want to be a guinea pig?


No.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/29/20 at 2:39 pm


I am done with this discussion because you are too set in your beliefs to be persuaded.


That's fine, I'm not here to be persuaded, I've been on this earth too long and see thru so so much cwap and lies....same could go for those "set in their ways too"....right....

And I'm not here to persuade, but if minds are opened, that is a big leap. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/29/20 at 2:54 pm


Do you have an autistic child, SlowPoke....

100's of studies, come on.  Throw numbers out there why not....do you want to post some of them...and Science and Pharma are in bed with one another.....


I don't have any children. If I had a child with autism I would hope I would still be science-literate.

Go search "autism vaccines meta analysis" or metastudy on Google. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0264410X14006367

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/29/20 at 3:06 pm

As usual we'll just agree to disagree, I do NOT put a lot of faith/trust in science and pharma and  you apparently do S.P.  and that is just  ok....

And yes it does make a huge difference in thinking and experiences as to how long a person has been on this earth....

Subject: Model train maker steams ahead in lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/20 at 3:16 pm

There's good news for one company as a result of the pandemic. Model railway maker Hornby has seen its sales surge by 33% in the six months to the end of September, as more people took up hobbies in lockdown. Not long ago, the firm, which also makes Corgi cars and Scalextric racing kits, was a "company in chaos" and losing up to £10m a year. Its boss has hailed the firm's return to profit in a "time of adversity".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/29/20 at 3:47 pm


As usual we'll just agree to disagree, I do NOT put a lot of faith/trust in science and pharma and  you apparently do S.P.  and that is just  ok....

And yes it does make a huge difference in thinking and experiences as to how long a person has been on this earth....


Not putting faith in science or at least the scientific process is questionable as a belief, to be honest. I'm not sure I can "agree" to disagree on that. Inherent in science is that a theory should be testable, reproducible and have predictive qualities, and "vaccines cause autism" has consistently failed the second and third of those criteria.

Subject: Re: Model train maker steams ahead in lockdown

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/29/20 at 3:57 pm


There's good news for one company as a result of the pandemic. Model railway maker Hornby has seen its sales surge by 33% in the six months to the end of September, as more people took up hobbies in lockdown. Not long ago, the firm, which also makes Corgi cars and Scalextric racing kits, was a "company in chaos" and losing up to £10m a year. Its boss has hailed the firm's return to profit in a "time of adversity".


Well that's interesting I guess...but other New Industries that have GROWN are  the mask, testing and sanitizer industries....

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: nally on 10/29/20 at 5:14 pm


I go to places like those if it's necessary.

Exactly. And if I can't go there, I order items online and they're delivered to my house.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/29/20 at 7:36 pm

And the beat goes on, Masks Don't Control Viruses, They Control You:

https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/group-of-doctors-masks-are-completely-irrelevant-to-blocking-covid-19?utm_source=LifeSiteNews.com&utm_campaign=23ddb26b97-Freedom_10_29_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_12387f0e3e-23ddb26b97-407285626

Subject: Re: Model train maker steams ahead in lockdown

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 10/29/20 at 8:01 pm


Well that's interesting I guess...but other New Industries that have GROWN are  the mask, testing and sanitizer industries....


And of course Amazon, owned by goofball Jeff Bezos, has benefitted HUGELY from the pandemic.

I'm not sure there's a "sanitizer industry". In fact what was appalling at the beginning of all this is how unprepared the industries were to keep this stuff on the shelves. Sanitizer, wipes, etc were unavailable for a LONG time at the beginning of all this, if you recall. I was making my own masks out of sheets and rubber bands. Because none of it is made in this country. We were basically caught with our pants down.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/29/20 at 8:09 pm

I remember it all, and I've never been into sanitizers anyway...and how could we be prepared for all this?  I think Gates was mentioned about talking pandemic some yrs ago....    Evil is what it is.

My daughter just told me she saw a family with 4 children begging for money, parents are not working and children are  not in school...obviously this  is not one of the well to do families...my heart aches for these people. 

Subject: Re: Model train maker steams ahead in lockdown

Written By: 2001 on 10/29/20 at 8:43 pm


And of course Amazon, owned by goofball Jeff Bezos, has benefitted HUGELY from the pandemic.

I'm not sure there's a "sanitizer industry". In fact what was appalling at the beginning of all this is how unprepared the industries were to keep this stuff on the shelves. Sanitizer, wipes, etc were unavailable for a LONG time at the beginning of all this, if you recall. I was making my own masks out of sheets and rubber bands. Because none of it is made in this country. We were basically caught with our pants down.


I have benefitted from the pandemic as well. That must mean I started it.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 10/29/20 at 9:20 pm

Around here we have tons of wineries and breweries. Many of them started using their alcohol to make hand sanitizer.

The acrylic industry has got to be booming with all the plexiglass shields being made. Even other building materials as venues are building outdoor seating and dividing spaces.

Dollar General has also been booming and has been building tons of new stores. Even when the nearest store is less than 10 miles away they’ll build another one. I’ve preferred them for many years, but a lot more people do now because they don’t want to spend a lot of time in a crowded supermarket.

Bicycle sales have been crazy too since people don’t want to take public transportation.

Also anything to do with working or schooling from home. Computers, networking, and the expansion of high speed internet.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic e

Written By: karen on 10/30/20 at 5:09 am


I remember it all, and I've never been into sanitizers anyway...and how could we be prepared for all this?  I think Gates was mentioned about talking pandemic some yrs ago....    Evil is what it is.

My daughter just told me she saw a family with 4 children begging for money, parents are not working and children are  not in school...obviously this  is not one of the well to do families...my heart aches for these people.


Bill Gates was warning that many governments were ill prepared should there be a pandemic. And when there was a pandemic it was shown that governments were ill prepared... I don’t know about in the US, but in the U.K. a few years ago the lack of stocks of PPE was identified as a cause for concern should there be any kind of epidemic. And that was exactly the problem here. Friends of mine were sewing hospital scrubs, I made bags so healthcare workers could throw their scrubs straight in the washing machine without having to handle them again and also masks for care workers and I know of DT teachers making face shields, etc.

He (Bill Gates) is also concerned about the need to develop newer antibiotics. Drug development and testing is very expensive so pharmaceutical companies concentrate on where the most profit is. That means they mainly develop things for long term illnesses such as COPD and heart problems. Antibiotics are typically taken for a week or so. In part because patients fail to take them correctly or for the wrong reasons,  but also because, particularly in the US, antibiotics are routinely included in animal feed. All of these practices have resulted in several bacteria becoming antibiotic resistant. There is a real danger of some kind of infection becoming untreatable

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 10/30/20 at 5:39 am

Interesting study looking at the effects of limiting time together indoors, mask wearing and increasing ventilation in reducing the spread of infection in different settings.

https://english.elpais.com/society/2020-10-28/a-room-a-bar-and-a-class-how-the-coronavirus-is-spread-through-the-air.html?fbclid=IwAR1X9lSsGkoCIj6l4Qttr62LHO940MzquH-lnCyeVhxMxKXyHDuNVflYhKE

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: Howard on 10/30/20 at 7:42 am


Exactly. And if I can't go there, I order items online and they're delivered to my house.


So why bother going out when you can just order from the computer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/30/20 at 7:47 am


I remember it all, and I've never been into sanitizers anyway...and how could we be prepared for all this?  I think Gates was mentioned about talking pandemic some yrs ago....    Evil is what it is.

My daughter just told me she saw a family with 4 children begging for money, parents are not working and children are  not in school...obviously this  is not one of the well to do families...my heart aches for these people.


There's this guy who stands by Stop N Shop where I work as a cart attendant and he either begs for money or food, the cops and store manager keep telling him to leave or be arrested but then he keeps coming back, he's afraid of getting caught by cops.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/30/20 at 1:05 pm

People are desperate, not working SO MANY, and what can they do?  Bill Gates can probably feed more for a while....  If they don't get help, they will end up on the streets with the mega homeless we have already.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/30/20 at 3:44 pm

Wow, cases in Manitoba (Western Canadian province north of North Dakota/Minnesota) shot up to 480 cases. That's in a population of 1.5 million  :o

Western Canada didn't really have a first wave but it seems they won't be spared this second one  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/30/20 at 6:43 pm

Need to take the Seasonal Flu hitting people and all the figures thrown out, probably all the flu/virus issues are thrown together.    Critical thinking and questions are in order.

https://www.foxnews.com/health/concerns-flu-season-during-second-coronavirus-wave

Overlapping flu(S)... people don't know if we are coming or going,

Take care of YOURSELF and stop reading the numbers day in and day out....

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: nally on 10/30/20 at 6:43 pm


So why bother going out when you can just order from the computer.

That's right.

However, when we do takeout from certain restaurants, we have to drive to the restaurant to pick up the food. Of course we make the order from home, either on the computer or over the phone. We don't wish to sit outdoors (although some eateries have reopened, but only to limited capacity.)

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: nally on 10/30/20 at 6:45 pm


There's this guy who stands by Stop N Shop where I work as a cart attendant and he either begs for money or food, the cops and store manager keep telling him to leave or be arrested but then he keeps coming back, he's afraid of getting caught by cops.

Well maybe the cops should take care of him. (My guess is that he doesn't wear a mask or care about social distancing, based on what you've described?)

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: 2001 on 10/30/20 at 7:08 pm


That's right.

However, when we do takeout from certain restaurants, we have to drive to the restaurant to pick up the food. Of course we make the order from home, either on the computer or over the phone. We don't wish to sit outdoors (although some eateries have reopened, but only to limited capacity.)


I order through the apps (Skip The Dishes/UberEats). I think Doug Ford said he will subsidize delivery fees, I'm waiting impatiently.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/30/20 at 7:18 pm

The US is a hair shy of 100,000 daily cases right now (+99,442), might reach that mark before the end of the day  :o

3,000 deaths in Europe too. 545 in France.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/30/20 at 7:37 pm

Winnipeg will be the first city in Western Canada to reconfine, after Manitoba reported a monster 480 cases in one day (for comparison it would be like the US reporting 130,000 cases in a day). Restaurants, cinémas etc will close. They also cancelled all elective and diagnostic surgeries.  :-\\

Alberta (pop. 4.5 million) also reported 622 cases.

Wow, I was a harsh critic of our premier Doug Ford, but looking at all these numbers coming out of Europe/US/Western Canada I just realized how relatively quickly he acted. The situation here is relatively stable with 896 cases reported today with our population of 15 million.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 10/30/20 at 7:40 pm


Winnipeg will be the first city in Western Canada to reconfine, after Manitoba reported a monster 480 cases in one day (for comparison it would be like the US reporting 130,000 cases in a day). Restaurants, cinémas etc will close. They also cancelled all elective and diagnostic surgeries.  :-\\

Alberta (pop. 4.5 million) also reported 622 cases.

Wow, I was a harsh critic of our premier Doug Ford, but looking at all these numbers coming out of Europe/US/Western Canada I just realized how relatively quickly he acted. The situation here is relatively stable with 896 cases reported today with our population of 15 million.
This goes to show how the government is really not helping stop the spread, because not everyone listens but if they actually set stricter guidelines, this wouldn't have happened, which is why I hate Trudeau with a passion, and I'm not sure if I'll ever forgive that guy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/30/20 at 7:44 pm


This goes to show how the government is really not helping stop the spread, because not everyone listens but if they actually set stricter guidelines, this wouldn't have happened, which is why I hate Trudeau with a passion, and I'm not sure if I'll ever forgive that guy.


Trudeau could do a better job of making sure returning travellers quarantine and giving better financial support to the unemployed, but healthcare, restrictions, testing, contact tracing etc. are all provincial and municipal responsibilities, so I'm not sure how much of the blame he can take for that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/30/20 at 8:18 pm


The US is a hair shy of 100,000 daily cases right now (+99,442), might reach that mark before the end of the day  :o

3,000 deaths in Europe too. 545 in France.  :-\\


The US has surpassed 100,000.  :o

That's a world record for a single country, beating out India's 97,000 in September.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dude111 on 10/30/20 at 8:19 pm

It isnt good to blindly believe this information!

Im trying to be helpful SP :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/30/20 at 8:33 pm

Hey folks you have to take into consideration this:

Canada has some 30 million population...

U.S. has over 300 million population...

We have about 40million  just in the state of CA...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/30/20 at 8:49 pm


It isnt good to blindly believe this information!

Im trying to be helpful SP :)


It isn't good to blindly believe in things because you would like things to be that way, either.  ;)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/30/20 at 8:53 pm


Hey folks you have to take into consideration this:

Canada has some 30 million population...

U.S. has over 300 million population...

We have about 40million  just in the state of CA...


Yes, I tried to provide population numbers to help contextualize. Canada reported 3,457 cases today, which population-wise would be like the US reporting 30,283 cases.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/30/20 at 9:27 pm

Do they tell you how many of the 3,457 cases are plagued by a number of chronic health issues, of course not. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/30/20 at 9:41 pm


Do they tell you how many of the 3,457 cases are plagued by a number of chronic health issues, of course not.


Erm, that's 3,457 who tested positive for having the virus, so I'm not sure what having other health problems has to do with it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/30/20 at 10:14 pm

Chances are very good that if people had strong immune systems, they would not get the virus ... but no this issue is NEVER mentioned....  I'd wager millions in Canada are Vit D deficient...

https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/coronavirus/research-makes-possible-link-between-covid-19-risk-and-vitamin-d-deficiency-1.5090996

S.P. If you are not D deficient I would think about the older people in  your life...and talk it up more.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/30/20 at 10:25 pm


Chances are very good that if people had strong immune systems, they would not get the virus ... but no this issue is NEVER mentioned....  I'd wager millions in Canada are Vit D deficient...

https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/coronavirus/research-makes-possible-link-between-covid-19-risk-and-vitamin-d-deficiency-1.5090996

S.P. If you are not D deficient I would think about the older people in  your life...and talk it up more.


That's not how the immune system works. The coronavirus is a new virus, most of humanity has not been exposed to it. When it enters your body, the immune system does not attack it for the same reason you don't get allergy attacks every time you try a new food. Only after the virus has invaded your cells does your body realize something is amiss and launches its immune response.

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: nally on 10/30/20 at 10:56 pm


I order through the apps (Skip The Dishes/UberEats). I think Doug Ford said he will subsidize delivery fees, I'm waiting impatiently.

That's good. I use the InstaCart app. O0

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: nally on 10/30/20 at 10:58 pm


The US has surpassed 100,000.  :o

That's a world record for a single country, beating out India's 97,000 in September.

It's still a sad statistic. :( :-[

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/30/20 at 11:22 pm

Movie has been made on the Lockdown.

https://vimeo.com/ondemand/libertylockdown

Rent it or buy it or at least look at the trailer. 

The WORLD is mad mad mad in more ways than others.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/30/20 at 11:39 pm


Movie has been made on the Lockdown.

https://vimeo.com/ondemand/libertylockdown

Rent it or buy it or at least look at the trailer. 

The WORLD is mad mad mad in more ways than others.


Imagine paying money for propaganda :o Should've been a youtube vid.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/31/20 at 12:01 am

Listen here, the movie industry is dying, small and large industries are dying and more and more will be dying on the streets..... I want to see a HUGE lawsuit suing them all.....

Just talked to my 21 yr old grandson and he is so onboard with all that is going....told him to get involved in govt as the young people are our future.....

Is your country having a good time thru all this MESS?????

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/31/20 at 12:46 am


Listen here, the movie industry is dying, small and large industries are dying and more and more will be dying on the streets..... I want to see a HUGE lawsuit suing them all.....

Just talked to my 21 yr old grandson and he is so onboard with all that is going....told him to get involved in govt as the young people are our future.....

Is your country having a good time thru all this MESS?????


You're going to sue people for not going to the theatre during a pandemic? Good luck with that. ???

No, it's a pandemic, of course we're not having a good time. But what I am proud of is that we are doing what we can to protect the most vulnerable people in our society. Unlike you I don't consider people with "chronic health problems" to be expendable. There are also generous emergency and unemployment benefits. My brother received it, it matched his previous salary. There was also $4,800 given to unemployed students. We all wear masks because we care about each other, not cry about "muh choices" when our choices are getting people killed. As long as we look out for each other I think we will come out of this intact.

Subject: UK PM to hold news conference as lockdown considered

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/20 at 8:56 am

Boris Johnson will hold a news conference at 16:00 GMT as the government considers a new month-long lockdown across England.

The hope is that stricter measures could then be eased by Christmas.

Subject: Re: UK PM to hold news conference as lockdown considered

Written By: 2001 on 10/31/20 at 11:02 am


Boris Johnson will hold a news conference at 16:00 GMT as the government considers a new month-long lockdown across England.

The hope is that stricter measures could then be eased by Christmas.


Oh wow, I heard that it's going to be a proper lockdown with even retail stores closed. Hopefully everyone can still get a PS5.  ???

Subject: Another 326 deaths announced in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/31/20 at 11:58 am


A further 326 Covid-related deaths have been announced in the UK.

It brings the official UK death toll to 46,555, according to government figures.

Another 21,915 cases have also been recorded, bringing the total number of cases since the pandemic began to 1,011,660.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/31/20 at 1:23 pm

And I'd guess MOST in the UK live and try to breath with all their masks covering their faces....but still the rise....  Does the UK have many living on the streets and even more now....  Yea, more lockdowns will bring that more. 

Do your officials ever talk Vit C, D, Zinc etc...????  No not ours either....Trump has talked Zinc months ago.  For covid reasons MOSTLY I just about hope Trump is re elected, he's not for lockdowns....he's for getting people back to work and productive and paying for the roofs over their heads.... 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/31/20 at 1:28 pm


You're going to sue people for not going to the theatre during a pandemic? Good luck with that. ???

No, it's a pandemic, of course we're not having a good time. But what I am proud of is that we are doing what we can to protect the most vulnerable people in our society. Unlike you I don't consider people with "chronic health problems" to be expendable. There are also generous emergency and unemployment benefits. My brother received it, it matched his previous salary. There was also $4,800 given to unemployed students. We all wear masks because we care about each other, not cry about "muh choices" when our choices are getting people killed. As long as we look out for each other I think we will come out of this intact.


Is it all working up there with  your pretty small population?  I hope so.....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/31/20 at 1:53 pm


Is it all working up there with  your pretty small population?  I hope so.....


Not really. By Western standards I guess we are one of the better performing but by Asia-Pacific standards we have dropped the ball big time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/31/20 at 3:11 pm


People are desperate, not working SO MANY, and what can they do?  Bill Gates can probably feed more for a while....  If they don't get help, they will end up on the streets with the mega homeless we have already.


I know what they can do? Get a job!

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: Howard on 10/31/20 at 3:12 pm


Well maybe the cops should take care of him. (My guess is that he doesn't wear a mask or care about social distancing, based on what you've described?)


He wears a mask on occasions.

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: Howard on 10/31/20 at 3:14 pm


I order through the apps (Skip The Dishes/UberEats). I think Doug Ford said he will subsidize delivery fees, I'm waiting impatiently.


My Father orders thru UberEats and just yesterday we were waiting for our food to arrive and it took 2 hours to arrive and we finally got it by closer to 8pm.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/31/20 at 3:17 pm


Listen here, the movie industry is dying, small and large industries are dying and more and more will be dying on the streets..... I want to see a HUGE lawsuit suing them all.....

Just talked to my 21 yr old grandson and he is so onboard with all that is going....told him to get involved in govt as the young people are our future.....

Is your country having a good time thru all this MESS?????


Everybody is all stressed out by all this! :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 10/31/20 at 3:38 pm


I know what they can do? Get a job!


Do you think this hasn’t occurred to them?

They didn’t choose to be unemployed. All sorts of businesses have closed because of this pandemic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/31/20 at 4:15 pm


I know what they can do? Get a job!


What???  They all had jobs, mothers/fathers and lost  jobs due to business closures....none of this goes on in your part of the world????  Is it just the  U.S. 

And for homeless already a huge serious disaster to  mankind, MANY are military vets, served their country and came back disabled and damaged and to no jobs.

My 21 yr grandson can't finish his 2 more yrs of college, due to all the school closures, and while WAITING for them to reopen, whenever that will be, this smart young man can't get a PT job due to all the people who have lost jobs.... 

Small and large businesses are locked/closed down...airlines etc...you don't hear this mess that is going on in the world? 

I don't know where you come from?    Surely not the reality I live in. 

Oh I see you are from NY, did you experience all the dead bodies being reported early on and the ghost town of the city etc.,.....and yep run from Dem govt ....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/31/20 at 4:31 pm

Talking to my grandson last night, he said, the mom and pop stores and churches and so much businesses are closed down, but what is open, the Apple store in our town,,,tech needs and wants more and more money....the rich keep getting more....they could not give a S**T about the less than them....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 10/31/20 at 4:34 pm

I don’t see why your grandson isn’t finishing college. Both my children are studying. My daughter is in her final year, having decided to stay and complete her Masters. My son is a fresher and just started in October.  Lectures are online, tutorials are in small, social distanced groups. Social activities have to be pre-booked to limit numbers, but otherwise things are carrying on as normal.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 10/31/20 at 5:07 pm


I don’t see why your grandson isn’t finishing college. Both my children are studying. My daughter is in her final year, having decided to stay and complete her Masters. My son is a fresher and just started in October.  Lectures are online, tutorials are in small, social distanced groups. Social activities have to be pre-booked to limit numbers, but otherwise things are carrying on as normal.


He wants the in class university life, and not spend the mega thousands his dad left him for collage life, and I don't blame him.    He'll get it figured out when it's time and the schools reopen, they have to, all the colleges in our state can't stay closed...and believe me the teachers and professors etc are NOT happy with t his virtual stuff....

His sister got her 4 yrs at UCLA some yrs before covid....who would have ever thought we'd be going thru mess.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 10/31/20 at 5:48 pm


He wants the in class university life, and not spend the mega thousands his dad left him for collage life, and I don't blame him.    He'll get it figured out when it's time and the schools reopen, they have to, all the colleges in our state can't stay closed...and believe me the teachers and professors etc are NOT happy with t his virtual stuff....

His sister got her 4 yrs at UCLA some yrs before covid....who would have ever thought we'd be going thru mess.


I agree with your grandson's decision but when I went to university, first year lecture halls often had 700-800 people, and that's a super spreader event waiting to happen as we saw in France. A lot of the professors are 60+ so I'm not sure where you got the idea they're itching to head into that death trap.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/01/20 at 3:13 am

In the U.K. many lecturers are asking for everything to move online, although in many places it has already.

To be fair I had forgotten had bloody expensive it is to go to uni in the US

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/01/20 at 3:57 am


What???  They all had jobs, mothers/fathers and lost  jobs due to business closures....none of this goes on in your part of the world????  Is it just the  U.S. 

And for homeless already a huge serious disaster to  mankind, MANY are military vets, served their country and came back disabled and damaged and to no jobs.

My 21 yr grandson can't finish his 2 more yrs of college, due to all the school closures, and while WAITING for them to reopen, whenever that will be, this smart young man can't get a PT job due to all the people who have lost jobs.... 

Small and large businesses are locked/closed down...airlines etc...you don't hear this mess that is going on in the world? 

I don't know where you come from?    Surely not the reality I live in. 

Oh I see you are from NY, did you experience all the dead bodies being reported early on and the ghost town of the city etc.,.....and yep run from Dem govt ....



Yes, I've watched the death toll increase by a lot as the months rolled on and the city of mine became a ghost town.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/01/20 at 1:00 pm

Two major large states became ghost towns, both run by Dem politicians....CA,  NY

Subject: Covid-19: Prince William 'tested positive in April'

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/20 at 2:52 am

The Duke of Cambridge contracted Covid-19 earlier this year, palace sources have told the BBC. It is believed he tested positive in April at a similar time to his father, the Prince of Wales. According to the Sun newspaper, which first reported the story, Prince William, 38, kept his diagnosis private to avoid alarming the nation. Kensington Palace, the office and home of Prince William, refused to comment officially.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54774942

Subject: Shops, gyms and schools to reopen in Wales from 9 November

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/20 at 3:17 am

Shops, gyms, schools and places of worship will reopen when Wales' firebreak lockdown ends on 9 November, First Minister Mark Drakeford has said. He said people will still be asked to work from home whenever possible but when the lockdown was lifted "large parts of life will be able to resume as they were on 22 October". "We went for a 17-day firebreak and explained to people that if we were going to make it short, we'd have to make it really sharp," he told Radio 4's Today programme. Mr Drakeford said "early indications" show that travel in Wales over the firebreak period has been much lower, which suggests people have been following the rules. But he said it will take a couple of weeks from the end of the firebreak before it is clear whether it has succeeded in bringing the virus numbers down.

Subject: UK PM Johnson to warn over virus deaths without lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/20 at 3:37 am

Deaths from Covid-19 could be twice as high over the winter as they were in the first wave of the pandemic, PM Boris Johnson is expected to warn MPs later as he tries to win support for a second lockdown in England. In a Parliamentary statement this afternoon, he will say there is "no alternative" to the lockdown. But he will also argue that he was "right to try every possible option" before ordering people to stay at home. Labour, which has criticised the delay, has said it will back the lockdown but several senior Tory MPs have raised concerns about the plan.

Subject: Virus spreading ‘even faster’ than anticipated

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/20 at 3:56 am

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has said the coronavirus has been spreading across England "even faster" than anticipated, which is why a four-week national lockdown has to be introduced. He said the data suggested that unless the government took more action, deaths would be running at levels "in excess" of where they were in the spring. Mr Sunak said what was particularly concerning was the rapid rise in cases in areas which currently had lower levels of the virus. "It would mean in a matter of weeks the NHS would be overwhelmed with the consequent turning away of non-coronavirus patients and doctors having to make very difficult decisions."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest UK coronavirus stats

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/20 at 5:15 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/11/2/a8a44ad3-839d-4ced-9b83-653edca924b5.png

The government announced 23,254 confirmed cases of Covid-19 on Sunday. There were also 162 further deaths. Of those deaths, 132 were in England, 16 in Wales, eight in Northern Ireland and six in Scotland. Coronavirus cases are rising quickly across large parts of England, with other spikes in areas of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. On Friday, the government said its estimate for the R number across the whole of the UK was 1.1-1.3. The "R number" is the average number of people an infected person will pass the disease on to. If R is below one, then the number of people contracting the disease will fall; if it is above one, the number will grow.

Subject: I have already started my own personal lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/20 at 5:16 am


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The government announced 23,254 confirmed cases of Covid-19 on Sunday. There were also 162 further deaths. Of those deaths, 132 were in England, 16 in Wales, eight in Northern Ireland and six in Scotland. Coronavirus cases are rising quickly across large parts of England, with other spikes in areas of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. On Friday, the government said its estimate for the R number across the whole of the UK was 1.1-1.3. The "R number" is the average number of people an infected person will pass the disease on to. If R is below one, then the number of people contracting the disease will fall; if it is above one, the number will grow.
I have already started my own personal lockdown.

Subject: Germany's 'lockdown light' and other news from Europe

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/20 at 7:01 am

Germany hasn’t suffered as much from coronavirus as some of its European neighbours, but now it is in “lockdown light” for at least a month. The shutdown mainly affects catering, sports and entertainment. Food outlets can still provide takeaways, but social lives is taking a hit: 10 people maximum from two households can meet up in public. Small businesses can apply for state compensation for their losses. Schools, shops and workplaces remain open - with Covid hygiene rules, of course. This lockdown isn’t as tough as those now in force in France and Belgium. Those two countries have night curfews and shops can only sell essential goods. France requires its citizens to download permits - as in the March-April lockdown - to show why they are outdoors: for essential shopping, medical needs, school, work or limited exercise. Belgium is among the worst-hit European countries. With a population of 11.5m it has seen more than 11,000 deaths and, in the past week, its new infections have averaged nearly 15,850 cases daily. Its hospitals are under severe strain. Italy is also preparing tighter restrictions, to curb its rising infections, but there is resistance to any new national lockdown. The northern Lombardy region, including Milan, is the biggest hotspot.

Subject: 7,500 military on standby to tackle second wave of Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/20 at 9:01 am

Some 7,500 military personnel have been placed on standby to help the government and local authorities deal with the second wave of Covid, Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has told MPs. He added that the Ministry of Defence was currently examining a number of “significant asks” from local authorities – without going into any detail. More than 10,000 military personnel were on standby to help civil authorities deal with the first wave of the virus earlier this year, though Mr Wallace said about 4,000 had been used. Most were involved in helping build the Nightingale hospitals, testing and delivering PPE to hospitals.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Queen and Prince Philip return to Windsor Castle

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/20 at 9:42 am

The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh have returned to Windsor Castle together as England prepares to enter a new national lockdown. Buckingham Palace said the royal couple travelled to Berkshire from the Sandringham estate on Monday. The 94-year-old monarch had spent the weekend with the 99-year-old duke in Norfolk. The Queen and Prince Philip are just over two weeks away from celebrating their 73rd wedding anniversary on 20 November. A Buckingham Palace spokesman said the duke's move to Windsor had been planned for a while.

Subject: Remembrance Day events to go ahead despite England lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/20 at 10:15 am

Downing Street says it has not cancelled Remembrance Day events, despite new England-wide coronavirus restrictions. There will be a National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph, which it is expecting will be broadcast live, according to the prime minister's official spokesman. He says local authorities may organise local services provided they are outside and that social distancing can be maintained. Guidance will be published soon, the PM's spokesman says. Organisers should be mindful of the risks posed, especially for veterans who are often elderly. The same rules would apply for Armistice Day.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/02/20 at 12:38 pm

52,000 cases and 400+ deaths in France today. :-\\

Belgium and Switzerland!! hitting 20,000+ daily cases is nightmare inducing. I think Ontario has a larger population and we've only had 80,000 cases in 8 months, I can't imagine making that number every 4 days.

I notice Italy has been breaching 30,000+ cases the past few days. A few weeks ago they were doing decently.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/20 at 1:58 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/02/20 at 4:42 pm

Alberta is not reporting its COVID-19 numbers until tomorrow, so it will have 4 days worth of data (Friday-Monday). I'm mentally preparing myself to see Canada at +10,000 tomorrow on Worldometers  :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/02/20 at 5:20 pm

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Ontario getting better at contact tracing but still a large percentage of infections are from unknown sources. Contact tracing is still quasi-suspended in Toronto.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/02/20 at 5:27 pm

I refuse to continually look and hear numbers, and I and many others believe so so so much false information being reported to keep the people in Constant Fear.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/02/20 at 5:33 pm


I refuse to continually look and hear numbers, and I and many others believe so so so much false information being reported to keep the people in Constant Fear.


That might be purely an American sentiment. Over here if you can see the graph the numbers in the summer were low and we had fun.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/02/20 at 6:33 pm


That might be purely an American sentiment. Over here if you can see the graph the numbers in the summer were low and we had fun.


I think the massive rise in cases is due to kids in school, taking it home to their families. I’d be willing to bet if they tested all students, more than half would be positive.

We had fun this summer and even with floods of tourists here, our cases were nowhere near what they are now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/02/20 at 7:24 pm


I think the massive rise in cases is due to kids in school, taking it home to their families. I’d be willing to bet if they tested all students, more than half would be positive.

We had fun this summer and even with floods of tourists here, our cases were nowhere near what they are now.


The school reopening was botched here too. They report the school infections here separately, it's usually around 100-150 cases a day from schools (of 700-1000 cases overall). They installed pexiglass and crammed 30 kids to a class and called it a day.

A lot of teachers are quitting their jobs or retiring early due to the stress. My 30 year old cousin got her teaching licence 5 years ago and she never found a full time job in the public sector. She was doing part-time substitute work until she started teaching at a poorly paid private school, but now she finally got a job in the public sector teaching online kindergarten. I had never heard of a teacher shortage here in Ontario up until this point (the pay goes up to 6 figures after 10 years so it is quite lucrative).

I think another reason the infections were low in the summer because people socialized outdoors. People hung out on patios and backyards or went to lake towns where the cottage didn't have AC so you were forced outside. Once the weather got colder people started heading indoors, starting with Labour Day.

There was a petition to legalize firepits in cities so people would have more socializing options in winter. I'm not sure what came of it though.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/20 at 1:40 am


I refuse to continually look and hear numbers, and I and many others believe so so so much false information being reported to keep the people in Constant Fear.
I take my guidance on relative information from the BBC for they make sure that the news given is true.

Subject: Covid-19: Liverpool to pilot city-wide coronavirus testing

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/20 at 1:54 am

People in Liverpool will be offered regular Covid-19 tests under the first trial of whole city testing in England. Everyone living or working in the city will be offered tests, whether or not they have symptoms, with follow-up tests every two weeks or so. Some will get new tests giving results within an hour which, if successful, could be rolled out to "millions" by Christmas, the government says. Liverpool has one of the highest rates of coronavirus deaths in England. The latest figures show the city recorded 1,754 cases in the week up to 30 October. The average area in England had 153.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54786130

Subject: Will England's lockdown end on 2 December?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/20 at 4:46 am

That was the question posed to Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick on BBC Breakfast earlier. Prime Boris Johnson said he expected the lockdown to last until 2 December, after which England's regional tiered system will be reintroduced. However, on Sunday Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove conceded the lockdown could be extended beyond the December deadline if infections had not been brought under control. Speaking about whether the lockdown would end on 2 December, Mr Jenrick said: "Well that’s our hope and our expectation. "We didn’t want to be doing these measures. We wanted to continue the proportionate and regionalised approach for as long as possible, but the evidence at the end of last week was very stark. “If these measures have the effect that we hope and expect them to have, then we will be exiting them on the 2 December. "We’ll return to the tiered approach at that point, so we’ll be looking at what does the data say about different parts of the country and be able to ease restrictions accordingly."

Subject: Religious leaders call for churches not to close

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/20 at 6:21 am

A group of church leaders has agreed to start a legal challenge of the government’s decision to close churches in England under the lockdown beginning on Thursday. More than 70 leaders from different streams and traditions have signed a pre-action letter asking the government not to ban church services, saying they will pursue judicial review to overturn the closures if necessary. Under the new restrictions, which are due to be in force until 2 December, places of worship must close, unless they are being used for specific activities which are exempt including funerals, broadcasting acts of worship and individual prayer. ne of the signatories, Pastor Ade Omooba, said: "Never in our history have our churches closed – not during wars, plagues or famines. Instead, we have been places of respite and hope." “Churches provide many essential services to their members, local communities, and the nation as a whole," he added.

Subject: More than 60,000 Covid deaths registered in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/20 at 6:23 am

A total of 60,051 deaths involving Covid-19 were registered in the UK by 23 October, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics. At the time of writing, this figure will be even higher. Under the daily figures published by the government, 46,853 deaths within 28 days of a positive test have been recorded so far. This larger figure of 60,051 includes deaths where the involvement of Covid-19 was suspected by the doctor who registered the death. Analysis by the ONS of deaths in England and Wales some time ago showed that more than 90% of these deaths that “involve” Covid-19 are actually thought to be caused by Covid-19.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/03/20 at 7:12 am


I refuse to continually look and hear numbers, and I and many others believe so so so much false information being reported to keep the people in Constant Fear.


What gets you scared about the data? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/20 at 7:28 am


I refuse to continually look and hear numbers, and I and many others believe so so so much false information being reported to keep the people in Constant Fear.

What gets you scared about the data? ???
It is the data that informs and shows what is happening around the world

Subject: Nearly £100,000 in fines issued in South Yorkshire over Halloween weekendPolice

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/20 at 8:29 am

Police issued £94,000 in fines for illegal gatherings in South Yorkshire over Halloween weekend.

With the region in tier-three restrictions, South Yorkshire Police said the gatherings were "extremely irresponsible".

Nine fines of £10,000 were handed out at parties in Sheffield on Saturday and a rave in a disused warehouse was broken up on Sunday morning.

The three Halloween parties in Sheffield, at Endcliffe Crescent, Club Garden Road and Stalker Lees Road, were issued with maximum fixed penalties, police said.

One party had more than 70 people and a woman in fancy dress was captured on body camera saying she should be at home self-isolating.

In Barnsley, police handed out twenty fines of £200 at a gathering in Ingbirchworth in the early hours of Saturday, while at ta rave with 300 people in Kelham Island, in Sheffield, a 17-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of obstructing police. Officers are searching for the organiser.

Subject: Covid-19 halts Hull Trains for second time

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/20 at 11:54 am

Hull Trains will stop its four services a day to and from London on 5 November due to the new lockdown in England.

That's the second time it has felt the need to do this - the first suspension saw services paused on 29 March and reopened with a reduced timetable on 21 August.

Hull Trains is thought to be Britain's smallest train company with about 130 staff. It started in 2000 and usually operates 92 direct services a week between Hull and London.

The RMT union wants to see the government offering financial support.

Subject: Which businesses will be able to remain open in England?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/20 at 12:04 pm

The government has published a list of businesses which will be allowed to remain open in England during the four-week lockdown.

It includes:

Food retailers including supermarkets and corner shops
Off-licences and licensed shops selling alcohol
Pharmacies and chemists
Newsagents
Hardware stores
Building merchants
Petrol stations, car repair and MOT services
Bicycle shops
Taxi and vehicle hire services
Banks, building societies, credit unions, currency exchanges and other similar financial businesses
Post Offices
Funeral directors
Laundrettes and dry cleaners
Dental practices, osteopaths, opticians and other medical services
Veterinary surgeries and pet shops
Agricultural supplies shops
Storage and distribution facilities
Car parks
Public toilets
Garden centres

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/03/20 at 3:31 pm

Calif Gov Newsome hit with lawsuit on Covid lockdowns and more, believe Mike Adams or don't.

https://www.naturalnews.com/2020-11-02-california-judge-slaps-down-gov-newsom-unconstitutional-covid-orders.html#

During all this time a lot of  Calif wineries were shut down, not Newsome's...

His kids are all going back to their private schools, not the public school kids....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/03/20 at 3:51 pm

Oh no, my city is going ahead with deconfinement on Saturday even though the virus is still spreading. I'm gonna have to cancel my gym membership or put it on pause.

Doug Ford says we have avoided the worst case scenario even though the province hit a record high in cases today. I hate politicians.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/03/20 at 5:23 pm


What gets you scared about the data? ???


I'm not scared but millions who hear only media are kept in fear with constant stream of numbers numbers numbers.....  Why don't the media just SHUT  UP for a while and let things calm down, if that's possible.....fear keeps being fueled....

All the fear only causes more stress to the weak immune system bodies...that is NOT ME...

Remember me, I talk about Vit C, Vit D, Zinc and Grape seed extract, who in the mainstream media ever mentions these, NO ONE.....

Then, and I've talked about this and the media that is NOT mainstream and they talk mostly about the C D Zinc etc.....

Does the UK have a  media other than tv, BBC etc?   

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/03/20 at 10:50 pm

71 deaths recorded in Canada today, 14 in Ontario. Holy sh*t, I never wanted to see those kind of numbers ever again.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 2:35 am




Does the UK have a  media other than tv, BBC etc?   
The UK had many news channels to speak of.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 7:20 am




Remember me, I talk about Vit C, Vit D, Zinc and Grape seed extract, who in the mainstream media ever mentions these, NO ONE.....


These may be fine in keeping your body fit, but your still need a mask not to breathe the virus particles when out in enclosed spaces.

Subject: Covid-19: M&S suffers first ever loss as clothing sales hit

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 7:24 am

We're continuing to see the effect of the pandemic on retail this morning as Marks and Spencer gives a gloomy trading update.

The high street stalwart has fallen to a loss for the first time in its 94 years of trading as a publicly listed company.

In the six months to 26 September, it lost £87.6m, compared with profits of £158.8m in the same period last year.

M&S said clothing sales in particular were dented by lockdowns and the desire for more casual clothes.

At the same time, it has reported strong growth in its joint venture with Ocado, which started delivering M&S food as the start of September.

It said the partnership has reported a 47.9% jump in sales, while profitability has also improved.

Subject: What are lockdown rules across Europe?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 9:13 am

# France entered a new national lockdown on Friday. People are allowed to leave their home only to go to work, buy essential goods, seek medical help or to exercise for one hour a day, with non-essential shops, restaurants and bars shut

# Germany entered partial lockdown on Monday with cinemas, theatres, gyms, pools and saunas closed as well as restaurants and bars. Social meet-ups are limited to two households with a maximum of 10 people

# Italy has a new three-tier framework, with further nationwide restrictions coming into force today. Schools will remain open but older students will switch to remote learning. The capacity limit on public transport is reducing from 80% to 50% and restaurants and bars must shut after 18:00

# Spain began its nationwide curfew on 25 October after the government declared a new state of emergency. People have to stay at home between 23:00 and 06:00, with the only permitted journeys for work, buying medicine or caring for elderly people or children. Public and private gatherings are limited to six people
# Sweden has introduced an eight-person-per-table limit in pubs, bars and restaurants as well as advising people to avoid public transport and non-essential shopping in several regions, as cases rise

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/04/20 at 11:58 am


These may be fine in keeping your body fit, but your still need a mask not to breathe the virus particles when out in enclosed spaces.


No I do NOT....I'm not living in the fear all others are,

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/04/20 at 12:00 pm


No I do NOT....I'm not living in the fear all others are,


I am not living in fear either, but I still wear a mask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 12:03 pm


No I do NOT....I'm not living in the fear all others are,
Wearing a mask protects yourself from others that may be affected.

Subject: 11,000 coronavirus patients 'severely sick in hospital'

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 12:03 pm

There are 11,000 "severely sick" coronavirus patients - enough to fill 22 hospitals - according to the chief executive of NHS England.

Simon Stevens told Today there had been a "very substantial" increase in admissions in October.

He said: "We began early September with under 500 coronavirus patients in hospitals.

"By the beginning of October that had become 2,000. As of today that is just under 11,000.

Stevens added the UK was not unique in this, and pointed to European countries such as France and Germany putting in place stricter restrictions as their infection rates rose.

Subject: Police chiefs warn of tougher enforcement for rule-breakers

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 12:05 pm

Police chiefs in the north-west of England are asking the government and courts for support to help them take tougher action against people who ignore new lockdown restrictions.

In an open letter, the chief constables for Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Lancashire and Merseyside warn the "minority of people who feel the restrictions don't apply to them" to be prepared for "greater levels of enforcement".

They write: "We will collectively target those who flout the restrictions, particularly those organising large gatherings and music events, repeatedly holding parties or deliberately causing harm to our communities by not following the restrictions, such as self-isolating where necessary."

They say have taken a "measured" approach to enforcement since the start of the pandemic and most people have complied but a "significant minority" of people issued with fixed penalty notices "think they can ignore them".

Subject: Covid in schools: What are the risks?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 12:09 pm

Why are schools staying open during the second lockdown in England?

The UK government says it wants to continue to prioritise the wellbeing and long-term future of young people.

But many local leaders say colleges, schools and universities should be shut to stop Covid-19 spreading.

Guidance has been given by the devolved adminstrations but it's down to headteachers and staff to decide what works best for their school, college or university.

BBC health correspondent Laura Foster looks at which aspects of schools are riskiest - and considers some of the ideas being used to help stop the virus spreading:

Subject: Infection rate increasing throughout England - NHS medical chief

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 12:22 pm

NHS England's national medical director Stephen Powis says infection rates have been high in the north and north-west for several weeks - but are now increasing elsewhere.

"In the south of the country, we are now seeing areas of high infection rate, so this is no longer just an issue of higher infection rates in the north, this is an issue of higher infection rates throughout the country," he said.

Powis, speaking alongside other senior NHS officials at a press conference, said people who caught Covid-19 today would start filtering into hospitals in the middle of November.

"Our hospital admissions and our hospital numbers are baked in already for the middle of November," he said.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/04/20 at 12:32 pm


I am not living in fear either, but I still wear a mask.


It's ironic how "I don't live in fear" is trying to imply the person is rational and not governed by emotions, but trying desperately to avoid fear is just the other side of the coin of emotional thinking. You're caught up in fearing fear itself.

If I stand in the middle of a highway I'm still being irrational, even if "I don't live in fear".

Subject: Clinically extremely vulnerable advised to stay home

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 12:43 pm

Clinically extremely vulnerable people in England have been advised to "stay at home at all times" in new guidance issued by the government ahead of the new lockdown.

They have also been told to keep to their homes "unless for exercise or doctors' appointments" and "avoid all non-essential travel".

If they cannot work from home then they should not work.

People in the clinically extremely vulnerable group include those who have had solid organ transplants, those with some specific cancers, people having chemotherapy for cancer and some other cancer treatments, people with severe respiratory conditions and a list of many other conditions.

The government says it will be providing more than £32m to councils in England to support this group over the next month - including helping with access to food and local befriending services.

Subject: 'Difficult period' ahead says NHS boss

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 12:53 pm

NHS England chief executive Simon Stevens says the health service has prepared "very carefully" for the "next phase of coronavirus".

But he adds: "However well prepared hospitals, the NHS, GP surgeries are, it is going to be a difficult period."

"We want to try and ensure that the health service is there for everybody, minimising the disruption to the full range of care that we provide, not just Covid but cancer services, routine operations and mental health services.

"And the truth, unfortunately, is that, if coronavirus takes off again, that will disrupt services.

"We are seeing that in parts of the country where hospitals are dealing with more coronavirus patients now than they were in April."

He also says that, for some patients, mortality in hospital and intensive care has "halved since Covid was first known to humanity".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/04/20 at 1:20 pm

Did anyone hear about the COVID-19 mutation in Denmark? It came from minks and can re-infect humans too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 1:28 pm


Did anyone hear about the COVID-19 mutation in Denmark? It came from minks and can re-infect humans too.
Before I read up on this, with a mutation it makes it harder to find one vaccine, if many mutations are out there, many different vaccines are required.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/04/20 at 1:42 pm


Before I read up on this, with a mutation it makes it harder to find one vaccine, if many mutations are out there, many different vaccines are required.


And the more infected people there are, the more live virus there are, and faster the mutation rate.  :-\\

I feel like I'm in a Plague Inc. simulation.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 2:16 pm


And the more infected people there are, the more live virus there are, and faster the mutation rate.  :-\\

I feel like I'm in a Plague Inc. simulation.
Hence lockdown, which number two starts at midnight.

Subject: Vaccine 'more likely after Christmas than before'

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 2:16 pm

Access to a vaccine before Christmas is "not a central assumption", Simon Stevens, chief executive of NHS England, told a press conference.

He said: "The central expectation is the start of next year is when vaccines will become available.

"Obviously we are planning on the off-chance that at least some vaccine is available before Christmas but that is not a central assumption."

He added that how a vaccine could be distributed would depend on multiple factors, with some types needing to be kept at low temperatures up until the point they were injected into the body.

Stevens said there would need to be "roving teams" to distribute vaccines in care homes and to social-care workers, adding "on the balance of this it is likely to be the other side of Christmas".

Subject: 492 more Covid deaths in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 2:23 pm

The deaths of another 492 people with coronavirus have been reported in the UK in the last 24 hours, according to the government's daily coronavirus update.

It takes the total number of deaths within 28 days of a positive test to 47,742.

A further 25,177 people have tested positive for the virus, according to government figures.

It brings the total number of cases in the UK to 1,099,059.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/04/20 at 2:36 pm


I'm not scared but millions who hear only media are kept in fear with constant stream of numbers numbers numbers.....  Why don't the media just SHUT  UP for a while and let things calm down, if that's possible.....fear keeps being fueled....

All the fear only causes more stress to the weak immune system bodies...that is NOT ME...

Remember me, I talk about Vit C, Vit D, Zinc and Grape seed extract, who in the mainstream media ever mentions these, NO ONE.....

Then, and I've talked about this and the media that is NOT mainstream and they talk mostly about the C D Zinc etc.....

Does the UK have a  media other than tv, BBC etc? 


I guess JH we are in this constant state of worry that lately this virus has been the only thing people have been discussing.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/04/20 at 2:38 pm


I am not living in fear either, but I still wear a mask.


I do too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/04/20 at 2:38 pm


Hence lockdown, which number two starts at midnight.


Lockdown? What lockdown? In Ontario everything is open.  :D  :D :D The mantra here is "at least we tried"

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/04/20 at 2:39 pm


Wearing a mask protects yourself from others that may be affected.


It's a sign of respect.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 2:52 pm


Lockdown? What lockdown? In Ontario everything is open.  :D  :D :D The mantra here is "at least we tried"
What is the R-Rate in Ontario, the infection rate?

Subject: Nine ways England's lockdown is different from last time

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 2:53 pm

On Thursday, England will be taken back into lockdown, with pubs, restaurants and non-essential shops told to close.

It's the second national coronavirus lockdown to be introduced across the country - but some of the rules are different this time round.

Here are nine things that have changed from the March lockdown:

You can meet a friend... with your children
Schools and universities are staying open
Public toilets will not be closed
'Bubbles' exist
Click-and-collect services will be available
Sitting on a bench is allowed
You can take unlimited exercise
Dentist and opticians are staying open
Nobody will formally shield

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/04/20 at 3:24 pm


Did anyone hear about the COVID-19 mutation in Denmark? It came from minks and can re-infect humans too.


It sounds like the start of a joke, but I can’t work out the punchline

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 3:26 pm


It sounds like the start of a joke, but I can’t work out the punchline
I thought Minsk was in Belarus?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/04/20 at 3:30 pm


It sounds like the start of a joke, but I can’t work out the punchline


https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/covid-19-mink-denmark-1.5789599

It's happening.  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 3:56 pm


https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/covid-19-mink-denmark-1.5789599

It's happening.  :-X
From the BBC in July this year:

Almost 100,000 mink at a farm in north-eastern Spain are to be culled after many of them tested positive for coronavirus, health authorities say.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-53439263

Further down the report:

There have been other cases of workers testing positive for coronavirus at mink farms in Denmark and the Netherlands, both major producers of the animal's fur.


Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/04/20 at 7:50 pm

Respect, someone mentioned Respect, if one respected their health they would spend a few cents daily for some good Vit C and D and all I've mentioned.....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/04/20 at 8:03 pm


Respect, someone mentioned Respect, if one respected their health they would spend a few cents daily for some good Vit C and D and all I've mentioned.....


Can't you get those from food? Pretty much every fruit has Vitmain C. In Canada a lot of dairy products like milk, yogurt etc. have added vitamin D in them (although I'm not sure if it's enough so I do have pills).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/04/20 at 10:20 pm

4,000 deaths in Europe today  :\'(

Canada also recorded another day of 50+ deaths.

The US set another global record for largest number of new cases in one day (108,000)

And lastly, the world has set a record for largest death toll recorded in a single day (9,067)  :-\\

Previous record was 8,530 on April 17.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/04/20 at 10:41 pm


Can't you get those from food? Pretty much every fruit has Vitmain C. In Canada a lot of dairy products like milk, yogurt etc. have added vitamin D in them (although I'm not sure if it's enough so I do have pills).


Our soils are depleted of nutrients, and any thing fortified is very minimal.  If you think  you are OK, then keep doing what you do.  I choose to help myself do better as I've aged...

Subject: Denmark to cull up to 17 million mink amid coronavirus fears

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/20 at 11:09 pm


https://www.cbc.ca/news/health/covid-19-mink-denmark-1.5789599

It's happening.  :-X


On the BBC:

As many as 17 million minks are to be culled in Denmark after a mutated version of the coronavirus that can spread to humans was detected on mink farms.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-54818615

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 1:17 am


The government has published a list of businesses which will be allowed to remain open in England during the four-week lockdown.

It includes:

Food retailers including supermarkets and corner shops
Off-licences and licensed shops selling alcohol
Pharmacies and chemists
Newsagents
Hardware stores
Building merchants
Petrol stations, car repair and MOT services
Bicycle shops
Taxi and vehicle hire services
Banks, building societies, credit unions, currency exchanges and other similar financial businesses
Post Offices
Funeral directors
Laundrettes and dry cleaners
Dental practices, osteopaths, opticians and other medical services
Veterinary surgeries and pet shops
Agricultural supplies shops
Storage and distribution facilities
Car parks
Public toilets
Garden centres
Therefore, barbers and hairdressing salons will be closed!

Subject: Covid-19: New four-week lockdown comes into force in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 1:18 am

A new four-week lockdown has begun in England, with people told to stay at home and non-essential shops, pubs and gyms ordered to close.

The new rules ban households from mixing indoors or in private gardens, unless in a support bubble.

Police have warned that people who commit the most "egregious" breaches of the rules will face stiff fines.

The lockdown will "expire automatically" on 2 December, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said.

As the new rules came into force, the head of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) called for an urgent extension of the government's furlough scheme - which pays 80% of workers' wages - until the spring to prevent job losses.

Chancellor Rishi Sunak is set to make a statement in the House of Commons outlining what economic support will be available to businesses and jobs during the lockdown.

It comes amid reports he is to announce an extension of furlough beyond December.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54815307

Subject: Bank of England pumps £150n into economy amid Covid resurgence

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 3:09 am

The Bank of England will inject an extra £150bn into the UK economy amid fears of another downturn caused by the resurgence of Covid-19.

Tighter coronavirus restrictions, including England’s lockdown which starts today, are expected to cause the economy to shrink 2% in the last three months of 2020, before bouncing back at the start of next year.

The Bank believes that unemployment will rise sharply as government support schemes wind down.

And it does not expect the UK economy to recover to its pre-pandemic size until 2022.

Interest rates remain at a record low of 0.1%.

Subject: Hundreds of Argos shops to close

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 3:22 am

As the Bank of England moves to try and limit the economic damage, job losses continue to be announced. Sainsbury’s said it is cutting 3,500 jobs, mainly from the Argos chain it purchased in 2016.

Announcing a £137m loss, the retailer said it would close 420 standalone Argos stores by March 2024, although it plans to open 150 more outlets in Sainsbury's stores.

The redundancies add to a mounting toll of job losses announced by companies affected by the pandemic.

On Wednesday, John Lewis and Lloyds Banking Group said they are cutting a combined 2,500 jobs.

Subject: Minister warns of crackdown on 'tiny minority' who break rules

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 3:32 am

As the four-week lockdown in England gets under way, Justice Secretary Robert Buckland told BBC Radio 4's Today programme that he backs a police pledge to "deal severely” with those who break the rules.

"The fines system is clear, it is already working," he said. “The majority of people do brilliantly but we have to deal with that tiny minority who do not wish to support other people.”

People caught breaking the coronavirus regulations face a £200 fine for every breach, doubling on every subsequent offence up to a maximum of £6,400. Anyone found to be organising large gatherings can face a fine of £10,000.

Buckland also told BBC Breakfast that the government would use the four weeks to “redouble our efforts” to improve the test-and-trace programme, particularly improving the turnaround time for results.

He said it would also be preparing for the availability of a vaccine. Those at greatest risk would be prioritised, he said, "so we can avoid a stop and start scenario where we’re having to go in and out of lockdowns”.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dude111 on 11/05/20 at 5:32 am

No I do NOT....I'm not living in the fear all others are,


I dont either........ Its not good living in fear!! (Letting them control you)

Subject: US records 100k cases in one day

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 5:34 am

There were more than 100,000 new cases of coronavirus in the US on Wednesday, in a record one-day increase.

The figure, reported by the Covid Tracking Project, is accompanied by a steep rise in hospital admissions - suggesting that it is not solely due to increased testing.

More than 1,100 deaths linked to coronavirus were recorded on Wednesday.

More than 50,000 people across the US are currently in hospital with coronavirus - an increase of about 64% from early October.

Average daily death rates in the country have also been increasing again.

Subject: Chancellor set to extend furlough to March

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 5:57 am

The chancellor is set to extend furlough until March, sources have told the BBC.

The full details will be unveiled in a statement in the Commons shortly.

It's not clear if it will be the full 80% rate currently available.

Subject: UK PM Boris Johnson to give press conference

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 7:04 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is to give a press conference at Downing Street this afternoon, on the day England's four-week lockdown has started.

The PM is due to speak at 17:00 GMT. He's going to be joined by Sir Simon Stevens, chief executive of NHS England.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/05/20 at 7:35 am


Respect, someone mentioned Respect, if one respected their health they would spend a few cents daily for some good Vit C and D and all I've mentioned.....


I do drink orange juice, apple juice and not much coffee.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/05/20 at 7:36 am


Therefore, barbers and hairdressing salons will be closed!


So you won't be getting a haircut?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 7:37 am


So you won't be getting a haircut?  ???
Correctamondo

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dude111 on 11/05/20 at 7:47 am

It is very scary........ All this "COVID" stuff is just a smokescreen to worse stuff.......

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/05/20 at 9:26 am


It is very scary........ All this "COVID" stuff is just a smokescreen to worse stuff.......


Examples?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 11:17 am

Boris says "stay at home!"

Subject: Timeline for coronavirus

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 11:48 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/11/5/20a5670e-0d70-428d-b063-715403a354e7.png

Subject: Santa to visit virtually as Christmas grottos cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 12:46 pm

Santa will be visiting children virtually this year, as grottos close and Christmas events are cancelled because of coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-54816579

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/05/20 at 12:56 pm

Heard this Matthew Landman last night on coast to coast and here is a summary of what he believes, and says covid19 is a hoax.

Matthew Landman holds an MBA and was entrenched in the financial world when he decided to take a break to work on an organic farm in Humboldt County, where he became aware of geoengineering (chemtrails). In the first half, he discussed his ongoing efforts to raise awareness about toxins and damage from chemtrails, electromagnetic fields (EMF), vaccines, and 5G. He believes that a rogue group of elitists is behind the skies' spraying, as part of a "New World Order" agenda, and their efforts may cause a food shortage this winter. NASA and the government also run different programs that experiment with the stratosphere and the climate. These agencies think that geoengineering is the solution to climate warming, but Landman considers their efforts to be the culprit behind recent droughts and extreme weather events.

Regarding the potential COVID vaccine, he warned that the aluminum in the formula will create a toxic chemical reaction in the body. Coupled "with the increased EMF radiation from the launch of 5G," people will become psychologically malleable or zombified from the vaccine, leaving them easily controlled, he asserted. 5G, the next generation of mobile network technology, will make humans more susceptible to EMF radiation, he contended (he has founded the Spero Protective Clothing line to block or mitigate exposure). Landman also cautioned about the "blue light" emitted from all of our LED screens, which can disorient the body's natural circadian rhythms, particularly when we use these devices at night.)))

Getting off the addiction of all the tech devices people own is a good thing to do..I turn my computer off at 8PM now, no other tech stuff in my life, all my thinking for years....

And no vaccines in my body for probably 40 yrs and ain't gonna start.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 1:12 pm


Heard this Matthew Landman last night on coast to coast and here is a summary of what he believes, and says covid19 is a hoax.

Matthew Landman holds an MBA and was entrenched in the financial world when he decided to take a break to work on an organic farm in Humboldt County, where he became aware of geoengineering (chemtrails). In the first half, he discussed his ongoing efforts to raise awareness about toxins and damage from chemtrails, electromagnetic fields (EMF), vaccines, and 5G. He believes that a rogue group of elitists is behind the skies' spraying, as part of a "New World Order" agenda, and their efforts may cause a food shortage this winter. NASA and the government also run different programs that experiment with the stratosphere and the climate. These agencies think that geoengineering is the solution to climate warming, but Landman considers their efforts to be the culprit behind recent droughts and extreme weather events.

Regarding the potential COVID vaccine, he warned that the aluminum in the formula will create a toxic chemical reaction in the body. Coupled "with the increased EMF radiation from the launch of 5G," people will become psychologically malleable or zombified from the vaccine, leaving them easily controlled, he asserted. 5G, the next generation of mobile network technology, will make humans more susceptible to EMF radiation, he contended (he has founded the Spero Protective Clothing line to block or mitigate exposure). Landman also cautioned about the "blue light" emitted from all of our LED screens, which can disorient the body's natural circadian rhythms, particularly when we use these devices at night.)))

Getting off the addiction of all the tech devices people own is a good thing to do..I turn my computer off at 8PM now, no other tech stuff in my life, all my thinking for years....

And no vaccines in my body for probably 40 yrs and ain't gonna start.
How can Covid-19 be s hoax, trying explaining that to the relatives and friends of the 1,236,283 fatalities around the world.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/05/20 at 1:27 pm


How can Covid-19 be s hoax, trying explaining that to the relatives and friends of the 1,236,283 fatalities around the world.


There is an inthe00s/Popedia member who lost his father, and two that lost grandmothers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/05/20 at 1:32 pm

and I 'd bet money those lost had other chronic health issues and weak immune systems....and do you think the population is working on t heir immune systems, NO....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 1:33 pm


There is an inthe00s/Popedia member who lost his father, and two that lost grandmothers.
I lose a very close friend back in March, I regularly chat over the phone with his brother, and I cannot go and see him.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/05/20 at 1:39 pm

I lost a sister from MS, but she was also addicted to sugars, orange juices, she was feeding her disease, she didn't "get that"....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/05/20 at 1:43 pm


How can Covid-19 be s hoax, trying explaining that to the relatives and friends of the 1,236,283 fatalities around the world.


Guaranteed, all those reported  numbers were NOT from covid 19 only, most who have died had horrid health issues and weak systems and t his Hard Cold/Flu pushed them over.

So so much not known about all this Covid19.  And it will never be known, so lots and lots of misinformation and speculations....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/05/20 at 1:50 pm


and I 'd bet money those lost had other chronic health issues and weak immune systems....and do you think the population is working on t heir immune systems, NO....


Yeesh, they are still someone's parents or loved one.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/05/20 at 1:51 pm


Boris says "stay at home!"


That's all you can do for the time being.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/05/20 at 1:51 pm


I lose a very close friend back in March, I regularly chat over the phone with his brother, and I cannot go and see him.


😢 That's awful.

Subject: Re: Santa to visit virtually as Christmas grottos cancelled

Written By: Howard on 11/05/20 at 1:52 pm


Santa will be visiting children virtually this year, as grottos close and Christmas events are cancelled because of coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-54816579


So that means no sitting on Santa's lap like it's been a tradition, you'd sit on his lap and you tell him what you would like for Christmas.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 1:53 pm


😢 That's awful.
I am feeling for him now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/05/20 at 1:53 pm


and I 'd bet money those lost had other chronic health issues and weak immune systems....and do you think the population is working on t heir immune systems, NO....


So if people are already ill it makes it somehow less of a problem if they die?

In the USAa approximately 6% of deaths are attributed solely to COVID-19

https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-factcheck-94-percent-covid-among-caus/fact-check-94-of-individuals-with-additional-causes-of-death-still-had-covid-19-idUSKBN25U2IO

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/05/20 at 1:55 pm


So that means no sitting on Santa's lap like it's been a tradition, you'd sit on his lap and you tell him what you would like for Christmas.
It will be completely different, I will be letting my beard grow, and practice my ho-ho-hos for my granddaughter.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/05/20 at 3:15 pm


So if people are already ill it makes it somehow less of a problem if they die?

In the USAa approximately 6% of deaths are attributed solely to COVID-19

https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-factcheck-94-percent-covid-among-caus/fact-check-94-of-individuals-with-additional-causes-of-death-still-had-covid-19-idUSKBN25U2IO


So are we forever getting reports on cancer, heart and all the other death issues constantly, No....something about the depth of this covid.....and as I've heard from early on "the new world order"..... getting rid of more population with a Pandemic???? 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/05/20 at 3:36 pm


So are we forever getting reports on cancer, heart and all the other death issues constantly, No....something about the depth of this covid.....and as I've heard from early on "the new world order"..... getting rid of more population with a Pandemic????


No we don’t get those death statistics in the news because they are always high and it stops being news. Same reasons they don’t constantly report deaths in car crashes.

This is a new disease, that has evolved from something that previously existed in a more benign form in some animals. The new form has crossed over to humans and is fatal in a percentage of cases. This is being covered by the news in the same way that they covered Swine Flu and Bird Flu and SARS and talked about the Zika virus when that was a thing.  It just happens that this disease is more easily transmitted between humans and so is more of a problem.

I don’t believe that any government is behind COVID, nor do I think there is anyone working toward a New World Order (at least not in the way you mean).

Chemtrails, 5G, aluminium in the vaccines, etc

Shakes head in disbelief

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/05/20 at 3:38 pm


It will be completely different, I will be letting my beard grow, and practice my ho-ho-hos for my granddaughter.


My dad used to dress up as Santa for the sports club Christmas party. My nieces recognised him instantly. “He’s got grandad’s eyes”. My dad tried his best with a different voice, but they weren’t convinced.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/05/20 at 3:40 pm

Gaaah!  I’ve been sucked in again

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/05/20 at 4:12 pm

A friend just sent yet another link on how much the Mask does not do to stop covid.

https://thefederalist.com/2020/10/29/these-12-graphs-show-mask-mandates-do-nothing-to-stop-covid/


And on the collateral damage from lockdowns:

https://collateralglobal.org/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/05/20 at 4:18 pm


No we don’t get those death statistics in the news because they are always high and it stops being news. Same reasons they don’t constantly report deaths in car crashes.

This is a new disease, that has evolved from something that previously existed in a more benign form in some animals. The new form has crossed over to humans and is fatal in a percentage of cases. This is being covered by the news in the same way that they covered Swine Flu and Bird Flu and SARS and talked about the Zika virus when that was a thing.  It just happens that this disease is more easily transmitted between humans and so is more of a problem.

I don’t believe that any government is behind COVID, nor do I think there is anyone working toward a New World Order (at least not in the way you mean).

Chemtrails, 5G, aluminium in the vaccines, etc

Shakes head in disbelief


Your choice, MANY keep heads in the sand and closed minds to so much info out there.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/05/20 at 4:48 pm


My dad used to dress up as Santa for the sports club Christmas party. My nieces recognised him instantly. “He’s got grandad’s eyes”. My dad tried his best with a different voice, but they weren’t convinced.



My sister once went out trick-or-treating at Halloween dressed like Santa. People would say, "Santa, you are a bit early." She would say, "No. I'm late from last year."


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/05/20 at 6:04 pm

Those who think as I do continue to send me info and here is one of the mask (chemicals) and lung cancer.

https://markcrispinmiller.com/2020/10/that-mask-is-giving-you-lung-cancer/

Subject: Denmark removed from UK's travel corridor list

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 2:55 am

Anyone arriving in the UK from Denmark must self-isolate for 14 days with immediate effect, after the government made an emergency ruling overnight. It came after it emerged a mutated form of coronavirus present in the country's mink farms could be passed to humans. Germany and Sweden have also been taken off the UK's travel corridor list, although in their cases the requirement to self-isolate kicks in at 04:00 GMT on Saturday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 2:57 am



My sister once went out trick-or-treating at Halloween dressed like Santa. People would say, "Santa, you are a bit early." She would say, "No. I'm late from last year."


Cat
Reflecting over the years, I have never trick-or-treated, we used to have the young ones knocking on the door, but for the last few years the tradition has died out, and I think I know why, but will not disclose here.

Subject: Covid: Liverpool's city-wide coronavirus testing begins

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 3:16 am

Liverpool has "absolutely nothing to lose" by taking part in the first trial of whole city coronavirus testing in England, the city's mayor has said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-54828634

Subject: Test and Trace 'has made no difference to Covid spread'

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 3:32 am

The NHS Test and Trace system has made no difference to the spread of coronavirus in the UK, a scientist has warned.

James Naismith, professor of structural biology at Oxford University, told BBC Radio 4's Today programme the system was only reaching a fraction of the people it should be.

He said: "It hasn't been effective at all. The only ways we are currently able to control infection spreading are social restrictions.

"Tracking and tracing hasn't really made any difference to the spread of the epidemic."

He said the issue was that the testing system only identified just under half of those being infected.

"You miss over half right at the start, and then as you walk through the various losses through the system you are actually reaching 20% of the contacts you want to reach overall."

He added: "Given where we are now in infections, it is not until we get proper mass testing that the system can really recover."

Subject: UK Foreign secretary self-isolating after Covid contact

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 3:34 am

The foreign secretary is self-isolating after coming into contact with someone who has tested positive for Covid-19.

Dominic Raab will work remotely during 14 days of isolation after being informed of a recent close contact's positive test on Thursday, his spokesman said.

It comes as millions await the outcome of the US election - which has seen Donald Trump make unsubstantiated claims of election rigging.

The foreign secretary says that "we need to be patient" and await the outcome of the election, insisting "we have full confidence in the checks and balances of the US system to produce a result".

Raab also said he would not get "sucked in" to the debate around Mr Trump's actions.

Subject: Archbishop predicts end to religious services ban

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 4:00 am

Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby says he thinks the ban on religious services will "probably change before too long" and that churches are still some of the "safest places you go to".

He told Good Morning Britain: "People are well spread out, they're wearing masks, they're all registered. They're really sensible about it.

"But they come together, they worship, they get the strength to serve and love their neighbours. And the church is doing phenomenal stuff in the country in service of Jesus Christ, to show the love that God has for us and, ahead of Christmas, it's needed even more."

It comes as England's lockdown begins, in which church services are banned. Churches are open for some limited purposes, including individual prayer and funerals.

The archbishop said the government was "listening very carefully".

"This is one of the things that holds people together," he said. "It gives them a real sense of purpose and changes the world. So, I think that'll probably change before too long."

Subject: Covid app backed by Zara and Mike Tindall prompts safety concern

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 4:06 am

An advert for a coronavirus "passport" app, which has been promoted by Zara Tindall, has been referred to the medical regulator over concerns it contradicts health guidance.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54827965

Subject: Portugal to vote on state of emergency declaration

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 4:44 am

Portugal's parliament is to debate and vote this afternoon on a presidential decree for a 15-day state of emergency.

It would take effect from Monday to help stop the spread of coronavirus. But it's described as being of "very limited scope" compared to the previous emergency in place from 19 March to 2 May.

The proposal - which needs the parliament's approval to take effect - is expected to pass easily, as both the Socialist government and the main opposition, the centre-right Social Democratic Party, have both said they will back the move.

The declared aim of the state of emergency is to provide a constitutional basis for existing and possible future measures. These include restrictions on people's movements; the requisitioning of private health facilities; the mobilisation of workers, members of the military and police to help the health authorities in the effort against the pandemic; and obliging people to have their temperature taken or be tested to access some services and premises.

The president, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, has said that he plans to address the nation after the vote.

Yesterday, Portugal's national health authority reported 4,410 newconfirmed coronavirus cases, making a total of 161,350, and 46 more deaths - with a total of 2,740.

Subject: Millions face lower than expected income

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 5:16 am

The focus of the last 24 hours has, understandably, been on the extension to furlough – but there is a wider picture for people’s household finances.

Millions of people face a lower than expected income for months, either because they are only being paid 80% of their normal wages or they have lost their jobs.

So, that makes bills harder to pay. There is support available, with various extensions to payment deferrals.

However, there are longer-term implications for future borrowing, and warnings that these bill “holidays” will not last forever.

Subject: Three members of one family die within a week

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 5:25 am

This is very sad.

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Two brothers and their 74-year-old mother have died in the space of five days in Wales after all of them tested positive for Covid-19. David Lewis, 81, from Pentre, Rhondda Cynon Taf, lost his wife Gladys on Thursday last week. His son Dean, 44, died the next day and his other son Darren, 42, died on Monday. Mr Lewis is said to be "broken" after losing the three members of his family. They all lived in the same block of flats in Treorchy. Other members of the family are now self-isolating. Dean's widow, Claire Lewis, said the family were "devastated" and struggling to come to terms with what had happened. They had been careful to avoid catching Covid-19 because of Gladys and her husband David's age and because Darren had Down's syndrome.

Subject: 'We'll never get our first year at uni back'

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 5:53 am

For many students, the first year of university is the most carefree - but that has not been the experience of the current crop of freshers.

One student, who has had to self-isolate after two flatmates tested positive for Covid-19, says university life in 2020 seems "unfair".

Alice Pritchard, 18, a first-year journalism student at the University of East Anglia, has kept a video diary of her time in quarantine at her shared flat in Norwich.

"It feels a little bit unfair because you only get one first year at uni. We'll never get this year back," she says.

Subject: Lockdown should continue 'for months' in Merthyr Tydfil, says doctor

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 5:56 am

With 741 Covid cases per 100,000 people in the past week, Merthyr Tydfil has moved above Oldham and Blackburn in Lancashire as the worst-hit area in the UK.

Now, a top doctor in the region has said Wales' so-called firebreak lockdown - due to expire on Monday - should continue for Merthyr Tydfill for "weeks, even months".

Consultant haematologist at Cwm Taf health board, Dr Dai Samuel, said current measures are not working as "numbers are still rising".

Subject: Seven arrests at Paris airport over fake Covid test certificates

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 6:24 am

French prosecutors say they have dismantled a network offering fake coronavirus tests at Charles de Gaulle airport in Paris.

Seven people have been arrested for providing fake certificates showing negative results for the virus.

It began with a passenger on a flight to Ethiopia, who checked in – as requested – with a certificate saying he was not infected with Covid-19.

That certificate was found to be false, leading to the discovery of seven people, working as luggage-wrappers at the airport, who are alleged to have provided fake certificates to travellers who needed them.

The local deputy prosecutor said 200 fake certificates, bearing the names of real Parisian medical laboratories, were found on the mobile phones of the accused, and would have been sold for between 150 and 300 euros each.

The six men and one woman face charges of forgery and complicity in fraud, charges which carry a maximum penalty of five years in prison.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 6:51 am


The government has published a list of businesses which will be allowed to remain open in England during the four-week lockdown.

It includes:

Food retailers including supermarkets and corner shops
Off-licences and licensed shops selling alcohol
Pharmacies and chemists
Newsagents
Hardware stores
Building merchants
Petrol stations, car repair and MOT services
Bicycle shops
Taxi and vehicle hire services
Banks, building societies, credit unions, currency exchanges and other similar financial businesses
Post Offices
Funeral directors
Laundrettes and dry cleaners
Dental practices, osteopaths, opticians and other medical services
Veterinary surgeries and pet shops
Agricultural supplies shops
Storage and distribution facilities
Car parks
Public toilets
Garden centres

Therefore, barbers and hairdressing salons will be closed!
It has just occurred to me, that the charity shops will be closed too.

I take it that IKEA is closed too?

Subject: Covid infections in England 'stabilising' - ONS

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 6:52 am

Covid-19 infections in England appear to be "stabilising", according to the Office for National Statistics.

The ONS infection pilot suggests there were 46,000 infections a day in homes in England in the week to 31 October.

This figure is slightly less than last week’s (52,000).

The ONS says that “incidence appears to have stabilised at around 50,000 new infections per day”.

Subject: One in every 90 people in England has Covid - ONS

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 7:34 am

Coronavirus infections continue to rise in the UK but that increase appears to be slowing, latest data from the Office for National Statistics show.

In the week to 30 October, the ONS says new daily infections in England stabilised at around 50,000.

That means around one person in every 90 in England has Covid. In Wales and Scotland the figure is slightly lower.

There, one in 110 people are testing positive for the virus.

In Northern Ireland it is one in 75.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/06/20 at 7:38 am


It will be completely different, I will be letting my beard grow, and practice my boss-boss-bosses for my granddaughter.


Hopefully by next December we'll get back to normal.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/06/20 at 7:41 am


A friend just sent yet another link on how much the Mask does not do to stop covid.

https://thefederalist.com/2020/10/29/these-12-graphs-show-mask-mandates-do-nothing-to-stop-covid/


And on the collateral damage from lockdowns:

https://collateralglobal.org/


A mask can help if you start to sneeze and you sneeze on the mask instead of into the open air.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/06/20 at 7:43 am


Reflecting over the years, I have never trick-or-treated, we used to have the young ones knocking on the door, but for the last few years the tradition has died out, and I think I know why, but will not disclose here.


I used to go trick or treating growing up when I was a kid but after the tradition for me ended and I became a man I was done with it altogether. 

Subject: Coronavirus: Around the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 7:44 am

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Numbers of cases and deaths in the USA

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 7:45 am

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Subject: Re: Coronavirus: Around the world

Written By: Howard on 11/06/20 at 7:45 am


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These numbers seem to go higher rather than getting lower.  :(

Subject: Coronavirus: Increasing cases in European countries

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 7:47 am

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Subject: R number for UK is now between 1.1 and 1.3

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 8:24 am


The UK's R number - the average number of people each Covid-19 positive person goes on to infect - remains unchanged from last week and is still above 1.

Newly-released data from the Government Office for Science and the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage) shows the estimate for R for the whole of the UK is between 1.1 and 1.3.

When the figure is above 1, an outbreak can grow exponentially.

An R number between 1.1 and 1.3 means that on average every 10 people infected will infect between 11 and 13 other people.

Subject: London anti-lockdown protest leads to 190 arrests

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 9:11 am

Police arrested 190 people at last night's anti-lockdown demonstrations in central London.

Officers dispersed a large protest in Trafalgar Square at about 19:00 GMT, with small pockets of protests continuing through the night.

One arrested person could face a £10,000 fine over their role in the demonstrations, the Met said.

The other 189 people are being investigated for breaching new Covid-19 regulations and could be issued fixed penalty notices, the force added.

Scotland Yard said protesters had "put the health of London and our officers at risk".

Subject: Re: Test and Trace 'has made no difference to Covid spread'

Written By: 2001 on 11/06/20 at 9:15 am


The NHS Test and Trace system has made no difference to the spread of coronavirus in the UK, a scientist has warned.

James Naismith, professor of structural biology at Oxford University, told BBC Radio 4's Today programme the system was only reaching a fraction of the people it should be.

He said: "It hasn't been effective at all. The only ways we are currently able to control infection spreading are social restrictions.

"Tracking and tracing hasn't really made any difference to the spread of the epidemic."

He said the issue was that the testing system only identified just under half of those being infected.

"You miss over half right at the start, and then as you walk through the various losses through the system you are actually reaching 20% of the contacts you want to reach overall."

He added: "Given where we are now in infections, it is not until we get proper mass testing that the system can really recover."


It only works if you have a low infection rate to begin with, like South Korea. That's why contact tracers here were telling our premier Doug Ford to close restaurants for two weeks back in September, so the case count could be low enough to do their job. But he dithered until the contact tracing system collapsed and the only way to control the virus was a lockdown.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 9:21 am


It only works if you have a low infection rate to begin with, like South Korea. That's why contact tracers here were telling our premier Doug Ford to close restaurants for two weeks back in September, so the case count could be low enough to do their job. But he dithered until the contact tracing system collapsed and the only way to control the virus was a lockdown.
Are the sciencists still working on it.

Subject: People urged to join two-minute silence on doorstep for Remembrance Sunday

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 9:22 am

The Royal British Legion is encouraging people to mark Remembrance Sunday this weekend by observing a two-minute silence on their doorstep.

The charity said this was a way "you can still play your part from home", with coronavirus restrictions affecting annual remembrance events.

It comes after thousands of households took to their doorsteps to applaud the NHS during lockdown.

At 11:00 GMT on Sunday, a two-minute silence will be held across the UK.

It is part of the annual commemorations for those who lost their lives in conflicts, although events this year have had to be scaled back because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/06/20 at 9:23 am


Heard this Matthew Landman last night on coast to coast and here is a summary of what he believes, and says covid19 is a hoax.

Matthew Landman holds an MBA and was entrenched in the financial world when he decided to take a break to work on an organic farm in Humboldt County, where he became aware of geoengineering (chemtrails). In the first half, he discussed his ongoing efforts to raise awareness about toxins and damage from chemtrails, electromagnetic fields (EMF), vaccines, and 5G. He believes that a rogue group of elitists is behind the skies' spraying, as part of a "New World Order" agenda, and their efforts may cause a food shortage this winter. NASA and the government also run different programs that experiment with the stratosphere and the climate. These agencies think that geoengineering is the solution to climate warming, but Landman considers their efforts to be the culprit behind recent droughts and extreme weather events.

Regarding the potential COVID vaccine, he warned that the aluminum in the formula will create a toxic chemical reaction in the body. Coupled "with the increased EMF radiation from the launch of 5G," people will become psychologically malleable or zombified from the vaccine, leaving them easily controlled, he asserted. 5G, the next generation of mobile network technology, will make humans more susceptible to EMF radiation, he contended (he has founded the Spero Protective Clothing line to block or mitigate exposure). Landman also cautioned about the "blue light" emitted from all of our LED screens, which can disorient the body's natural circadian rhythms, particularly when we use these devices at night.)))

Getting off the addiction of all the tech devices people own is a good thing to do..I turn my computer off at 8PM now, no other tech stuff in my life, all my thinking for years....

And no vaccines in my body for probably 40 yrs and ain't gonna start.


I remember I had a group partner in my Physics lab who believed in the EMF junk. We literally went to an electric pole corridor, recorded the electromagnetic radiation under the pole, 10 metres away from the pole, 30 metres away from the poll etc. After 10 metres or so the radiation was undetectable. With household appliances the radiation was negligible. The presentation I had to give was so embarassing 💀

At least my group partner was hot even though he was crazy, that's why I went along with it for so long 😂

Subject: Birmingham hospital postpones operations due to Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 9:25 am

A Birmingham hospital has postponed all its non-emergency procedures because of an increase in the number of Covid-19 patients.

Queen Elizabeth Hospital is currently treating 389 patients who have tested positive, with 36 in its Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

That compares with 60 in-patients a month ago, and just five in ICU.

University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Trust - which is the largest hospital trust in England - said cancer treatment and life-saving care would remain a "priority".

It said the situation was likely to continue until the end of November, adding patients who were due to undergo surgery were being contacted to arrange new dates.

Subject: Italy imposes regional lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 9:35 am

Much of Italy is now in lockdown, including the densely populated northern Lombardy region, after the Covid-19 death toll for 24 hours hit 445 - a six-month record.

Italy has been split into three zones: red for high risk, then orange and yellow.

The red areas are Lombardy, Piedmont and Aosta Valley in the north and Calabria in the south.

The whole country has a night curfew.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/06/20 at 9:42 am


Are the sciencists still working on it.


No, we're deconfining this weekend. Ontario gave up controlling the virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 9:44 am


No, we're deconfining this weekend. Ontario gave up controlling the virus.
The keywords here are "stay at home", can it still be easily done?

Subject: Further 355 Covid deaths recorded in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/06/20 at 10:33 am

A further 355 deaths of people who tested positive for Covid-19 within the previous 28 days have been reported in the UK.

This brings the UK total to 48,475.

The government added that, as of 09:00 GMT on Friday, there had been a further 23,287 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK.

It brings the total number of cases in the UK to 1,146,484.

Separate figures published by the UK's statistics agencies for deaths where Covid-19 has been mentioned on the death certificate, together with additional data on deaths that have occurred in recent days, show there have now been 64,000 deaths involving Covid-19 in the UK.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/06/20 at 11:09 am


The keywords here are "stay at home", can it still be easily done?


If you stock up on the essentials such as video games, graphics cards and Gamecube controllers, yeah.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/06/20 at 12:08 pm


A mask can help if you start to sneeze and you sneeze on the mask instead of into the open air.


So just keep the germs in  your mask from your sneeze, that is sure SMART.....not...  I sneeze at home and I let it rip into the air....but I'm not an infected person.....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/06/20 at 12:15 pm

I'm sure  this Gluten connection and disease is way over many  heads here but putting it out anyway....last night again Dr. Wallach on late radio discussed the gluten connection and continuing covid mess.

https://chriskresser.com/an-update-on-covid-19-and-gluten-intolerance-with-dr-ramzi-asfour/


Do prevention???? What an absurd thought...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/06/20 at 12:24 pm


I'm sure  this Gluten connection and disease is way over many  heads here but putting it out anyway....last night again Dr. Wallach on late radio discussed the gluten connection and continuing covid mess.

https://chriskresser.com/an-update-on-covid-19-and-gluten-intolerance-with-dr-ramzi-asfour/


Do prevention???? What an absurd thought...


My strong immune system means I don't have gluten intolerance.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/06/20 at 12:31 pm

More on that bloody life saving Mask: ::)

https://www.naturalblaze.com/2020/07/do-masks-increase-your-risk-of-cancer.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 11/06/20 at 12:31 pm


I'm sure  this Gluten connection and disease is way over many  heads here but putting it out anyway....last night again Dr. Wallach on late radio discussed the gluten connection and continuing covid mess.

https://chriskresser.com/an-update-on-covid-19-and-gluten-intolerance-with-dr-ramzi-asfour/


Do prevention???? What an absurd thought...


SPEAKING of gluten...something I've wondered is how come nobody ever claimed to have celiac intolerance years ago when I was younger? It was never mentioned. Nobody had it. I have to wonder if there is a difference in the way wheat is grown now or something that makes people have this reaction. Likewise with peanuts. When I was in school every kid had peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for lunch practically every day it seemed. Nowadays if a single peanut even gets within a mile of a school every single kid immediately keels over.  Same thing with planes. For years planes served peanuts as a snack. Now even the dust or crumb from a peanut on a plain causes everybody to practically drop dead. What goes on with peanuts?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/06/20 at 12:32 pm


My strong immune system means I don't have gluten intolerance.


Oh you are sure of that?????  Millions never think of this gluten issue and their health.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/06/20 at 12:42 pm


SPEAKING of gluten...something I've wondered is how come nobody ever claimed to have celiac intolerance years ago when I was younger? It was never mentioned. Nobody had it. I have to wonder if there is a difference in the way wheat is grown now or something that makes people have this reaction. Likewise with peanuts. When I was in school every kid had peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for lunch practically every day it seemed. Nowadays if a single peanut even gets within a mile of a school every single kid immediately keels over.  Same thing with planes. For years planes served peanuts as a snack. Now even the dust or crumb from a peanut on a plain causes everybody to practically drop dead. What goes on with peanuts?


Peanut butter allergies are real, gluten "intolerance" and "sensitivity" is a Facebook mom health fad. (Not to be confused with celiac disease.)

Allergies come from growing up in an overly-sanitized germ-free environment, which is becoming more common in the developed world. Your immune system no longer knows what's a pathogen and what isn't and starts attacking all sorts of things.

My little sister was born with prenatal defects, so she was in the hospital for the first year of her life. For obvious reasons it was a very sanitary environment, but now she has every allergy under the sun. Eggs, berries, cherries, peanuts etc. Her twin sister who was born healthy has no such allergies, although she does have hay fever which I attribute to her never going outdoors.

A creative way to prevent allergies is to suck on your baby's pacifier before giving it to them. This has been proven to reduce the development of allergies.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/06/20 at 1:43 pm


SPEAKING of gluten...something I've wondered is how come nobody ever claimed to have celiac intolerance years ago when I was younger? It was never mentioned. Nobody had it. I have to wonder if there is a difference in the way wheat is grown now or something that makes people have this reaction. Likewise with peanuts. When I was in school every kid had peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for lunch practically every day it seemed. Nowadays if a single peanut even gets within a mile of a school every single kid immediately keels over.  Same thing with planes. For years planes served peanuts as a snack. Now even the dust or crumb from a peanut on a plain causes everybody to practically drop dead. What goes on with peanuts?


I often wondered that, too. But, I do agree that it does have to do with how it is grown/processed. Use of insecticides, fertilizers and GMOs have all led to the rise of peanut allergies.


Peanut butter allergies are real, gluten "intolerance" and "sensitivity" is a Facebook mom health fad. (Not to be confused with celiac disease.)

Allergies come from growing up in an overly-sanitized germ-free environment, which is becoming more common in the developed world. Your immune system no longer knows what's a pathogen and what isn't and starts attacking all sorts of things.

My little sister was born with prenatal defects, so she was in the hospital for the first year of her life. For obvious reasons it was a very sanitary environment, but now she has every allergy under the sun. Eggs, berries, cherries, peanuts etc. Her twin sister who was born healthy has no such allergies, although she does have hay fever which I attribute to her never going outdoors.

A creative way to prevent allergies is to suck on your baby's pacifier before giving it to them. This has been proven to reduce the development of allergies.



A better way would be to breast feed the baby. Pacifiers only keep babies from learning to talk and can cause issues when teeth start coming in.


FYI: A solution to hay fever is to have a spoonful or two of LOCAL honey everyday. Honey is created from the pollen flowers. By eating LOCAL honey, you are eating the pollen of the local flora and your body should build up a tolerance over time. 


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/06/20 at 2:06 pm


The keywords here are "stay at home", can it still be easily done?


How long does "stay at home" get annoying after a while? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/06/20 at 2:06 pm


If you stock up on the essentials such as video games, graphics cards and Gamecube controllers, yeah.


And keep yourself occupied with your Playstation.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/06/20 at 2:08 pm


So just keep the germs in  your mask from your sneeze, that is sure SMART.....not...  I sneeze at home and I let it rip into the air....but I'm not an infected person.....


or you can just use a handkerchief.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 11/06/20 at 2:16 pm


I often wondered that, too. But, I do agree that it does have to do with how it is grown/processed. Use of insecticides, fertilizers and GMOs have all led to the rise of peanut allergies.



A better way would be to breast feed the baby. Pacifiers only keep babies from learning to talk and can cause issues when teeth start coming in.


FYI: A solution to hay fever is to have a spoonful or two of LOCAL honey everyday. Honey is created from the pollen flowers. By eating LOCAL honey, you are eating the pollen of the local flora and your body should build up a tolerance over time. 


Cat


Since you brought up pacifiers, a phenomenon I have noticed more in recent years is children with pacifiers that seem way, way too old for them. I'm talking children that are walking. This goes hand in hand with a pet peeve of mine, the phenomenon in recent years of children in baby carriages that are way too old to be in them. WAY too old. And don't get me wrong, I am not talking children with disabilities. I am talking plain, everyday kids. So old their feet are dragging on the ground. Or one I witnessed in a supermarket getting out of the baby carriage to pick out his own cereal. When did all this start?

I also swear by LOCAL honey, by the way.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/06/20 at 2:18 pm

Cat


Well could be  many had gluten intolerances and just dealt with their health issues and thinking back over my life, I now live with mega arthritis and grew up on breads, pasta and all kinds of sugars and now in recent years hearing of all the damage done from these foods....

I have NOT bought a loaf of any kind of bread in 10 yrs and don't miss it....and reduced sugars big time, and happy to not going to a dentist in about 10 yrs....I keep my teeth good and clean with coconut oil toothpaste and I know my supplements, grape seed extract, keep my gums healthy..... 

Started by going to gluten free bread and I wasn't wild about it and just said "oh heck I don't need bread"...that was 10 yrs ago...... Like a pizza now and then, buy the gluten free kind and get a burger now and then with the bun..... 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/06/20 at 3:03 pm


Since you brought up pacifiers, a phenomenon I have noticed more in recent years is children with pacifiers that seem way, way too old for them. I'm talking children that are walking. This goes hand in hand with a pet peeve of mine, the phenomenon in recent years of children in baby carriages that are way too old to be in them. WAY too old. And don't get me wrong, I am not talking children with disabilities. I am talking plain, everyday kids. So old their feet are dragging on the ground. Or one I witnessed in a supermarket getting out of the baby carriage to pick out his own cereal. When did all this start?

I also swear by LOCAL honey, by the way.


A few of my grandkids were a bit jealous of their younger sibs and would get into the strollers-but it wasn't THEIR stroller and they knew it.

I was lucky to find some local RAW honey. I eat a spoonful once in a while-especially when my blood sugar drops. It is SOOOOO good.



Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/06/20 at 5:37 pm


Since you brought up pacifiers, a phenomenon I have noticed more in recent years is children with pacifiers that seem way, way too old for them. I'm talking children that are walking. This goes hand in hand with a pet peeve of mine, the phenomenon in recent years of children in baby carriages that are way too old to be in them. WAY too old. And don't get me wrong, I am not talking children with disabilities. I am talking plain, everyday kids. So old their feet are dragging on the ground. Or one I witnessed in a supermarket getting out of the baby carriage to pick out his own cereal. When did all this start?

I also swear by LOCAL honey, by the way.


That was me, I don't think I gave up my pacifier until I was 5 or 6.  :-[ :-*

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/06/20 at 6:10 pm

4th day in a row of 50+ deaths in Canada. Thankfully at least the economic engine that is our nightclubs that has brought us so much prosperity will be opening again  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/06/20 at 6:15 pm


That was me, I don't think I gave up my pacifier until I was 5 or 6.  :-[ :-*



I don't remember having a pacifier. I had a thumb.  ;) :D ;D ;D  I finally gave that up in First Grade because I didn't want the other kids to think I was a baby.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/06/20 at 10:20 pm

I am completely dumbfounded. My mother says she is going to a wedding with 50 people indoors in a city that's the epicentre of the virus in Ontario, and there's seemingly no stopping her. I'm so shocked that I'm emotionally numb. I really just don't know what to say. :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/06/20 at 10:29 pm

Sounds like your mother isn't too paranoid.  Maybe she's got a strong immune system, I  hope and not living in fear.  My 23 yr old grandgirl stopped by today and she works in a clinic 4 days a week who do Vit C iv's and other vitamin iv's and also they do covid testing and she says some people come in 2-3 times a week to test, so many are over the top with paranoia.    She is so sick of the mask for her job but they all  have to wear them, THE LAW...the covid LAW..... Or the clinic gets nasty fines....

She wishes a vaccine would soon be available for those who think that is their saviour...
she believes people need to take personal responsibility and strengthen their immune systems...

We kissed checks when she left....what a breath of fresh air this young woman. 

 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/07/20 at 12:19 am


Sounds like your mother isn't too paranoid.  Maybe she's got a strong immune system, I  hope and not living in fear.  My 23 yr old grandgirl stopped by today and she works in a clinic 4 days a week who do Vit C iv's and other vitamin iv's and also they do covid testing and she says some people come in 2-3 times a week to test, so many are over the top with paranoia.    She is so sick of the mask for her job but they all  have to wear them, THE LAW...the covid LAW..... Or the clinic gets nasty fines....

She wishes a vaccine would soon be available for those who think that is their saviour...
she believes people need to take personal responsibility and strengthen their immune systems...

We kissed checks when she left....what a breath of fresh air this young woman. 




No, she is scientifically literate. She was a pharmacist before she got married. She wore masks back in March when the WHO was still advising against it, and carries sanitizer with her. We don't need pills for nutrition in our household because she knows enough about nutrition to know what a balanced diet looks like.

After talking with her some more I am not angry at her. It is her best friend's daughter's wedding so she feels obligated to go. I'm angry at this bride and groom instead. How can people live with themselves knowing their wedding caused death. Some people have no shame I guess.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/07/20 at 3:14 am

In England (not sure about the other countries within the U.K.) they have stopped weddings at the moment. Over the summer you could have one with 30 people in total, then it went down to 15 in some areas, and then 6. Now this new lockdown has stopped them again.

My brother was due to married earlier this year, they moved the date to the end of November and have now rearranged it for the end of December.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/07/20 at 4:06 am


That was me, I don't think I gave up my pacifier until I was 5 or 6.  :-[ :-*


I probably gave up my pacifier around that age too, this was around 1979-1980.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/07/20 at 4:10 am



I don't remember having a pacifier. I had a thumb.  ;) :D ;D ;D  I finally gave that up in First Grade because I didn't want the other kids to think I was a baby.


Cat


From 1974-1984 until the time I turned 10 I sucked my thumb and after that I wound up with "buck teeth", my two front teeth needed dental work along with wearing braces and retainers afterwards.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/07/20 at 9:53 am


In England (not sure about the other countries within the U.K.) they have stopped weddings at the moment. Over the summer you could have one with 30 people in total, then it went down to 15 in some areas, and then 6. Now this new lockdown has stopped them again.

My brother was due to married earlier this year, they moved the date to the end of November and have now rearranged it for the end of December.


I wish they did that here, there are too many dumb people for self-regulation. Over here there are no restriction on anything now starting from today.🤦‍♂️

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/07/20 at 12:17 pm


No, she is scientifically literate. She was a pharmacist before she got married. She wore masks back in March when the WHO was still advising against it, and carries sanitizer with her. We don't need pills for nutrition in our household because she knows enough about nutrition to know what a balanced diet looks like.

After talking with her some more I am not angry at her. It is her best friend's daughter's wedding so she feels obligated to go. I'm angry at this bride and groom instead. How can people live with themselves knowing their wedding caused death. Some people have no shame I guess.  :-\\


Too bad you can only think of any negative outcomes...do you believe they will all die from their wedding, pity on  your thinking.    8-P

You would really have a horrible time knowing my grandkids and family. 

Just thinking some good  high dosing of SUN and/or Vit D can do wonders for attitudes...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/07/20 at 12:36 pm


Too bad you can only think of any negative outcomes...do you believe they will all die from their wedding, pity on  your thinking.    8-P

You would really have a horrible time knowing my grandkids and family. 

Just thinking some good  high dosing of SUN and/or Vit D can do wonders for attitudes...


The wedding is gonna get people get killed. If not the people at the wedding, the people who caught it there will spread it to others who will die. How do you think contagious diseases works? The virus doesn't fall from the sky.

I'm an outdoorsy person and get Vitamin D from my diet. I don't need pills to stay alive, you can go sell those to someone else.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/07/20 at 12:45 pm


In England (not sure about the other countries within the U.K.) they have stopped weddings at the moment. Over the summer you could have one with 30 people in total, then it went down to 15 in some areas, and then 6. Now this new lockdown has stopped them again.

My brother was due to married earlier this year, they moved the date to the end of November and have now rearranged it for the end of December.


SIL was supposed to go to a wedding this past May in California. The wedding venue pushed their date back to August. They decided to get married in May anyway-virtually and have the reception in August. SIL "attended" the wedding when she was here with us. I was lucky enough to watch the wedding afterwards even though I didn't "attend" it. When August rolled around, I'm not too sure what happened but they opted to wait until next year to have their reception. But, they are married now.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/07/20 at 12:47 pm


From 1974-1984 until the time I turned 10 I sucked my thumb and after that I wound up with "buck teeth", my two front teeth needed dental work along with wearing braces and retainers afterwards.


I had braces for 2 1/2 years followed by years of a retainer.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/07/20 at 1:13 pm


The wedding is gonna get people get killed. If not the people at the wedding, the people who caught it there will spread it to others who will die. How do you think contagious diseases works? The virus doesn't fall from the sky.

I'm an outdoorsy person and get Vitamin D from my diet. I don't need pills to stay alive, you can go sell those to someone else.


Again negative negative negative and fear coming from you.....I don't think  you are getting much sun in all the outdoorsy life....

Do the research, Millions upon Millions are Vit D deficient....and the further north of the equator the more so.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/07/20 at 1:26 pm

After this pandemic I am turned off by the entire concept of weddings. After this wedding in particular I'm starting to realize how frivolous, consumerist and selfish the whole ceremony is.

On Instagram I saw a few old friends getting married at a civic hall type place. That looked the most "real" and romantic to me, it felt very intimate. With the big parties and fancy dresses and professional photographers it looked like they were putting on a show for everyone else instead of themselves. I have always been more impressed by modesty than flashiness.

I reserve the right to change my mind post-pandemic lol.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/07/20 at 1:40 pm


Again negative negative negative and fear coming from you.....I don't think  you are getting much sun in all the outdoorsy life....

Do the research, Millions upon Millions are Vit D deficient....and the further north of the equator the more so.


You can call me negative all you want, it's the cold hard truth. Also you are new here so I suggest you read around and see which name pops up next to "most optimistic member".

Being reckless with other people's lives and living selfishlessy is the opposite of being a positive person. If I was the type of person who derived happiness from simple pleasures like going to a nightclub, I would also be the type of person who is devestated at small sacrifices like mask mandates or moving a wedding. That's a real negative person. Life and happiness is more than the sum of base pleasures. Read up on your Epicurean philosophy.

As for sunlight, Southern Ontario is on the latitude of Spain and Italy. Canada is cold because of the land connection to the Arctic but we receive plenty of sunlight for most the year. It is sunny right now as I speak and we will get it for 11 hours today and for the rest of the week as well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/07/20 at 4:30 pm

It's their wedding plans, and not yours...why into their business and lives....


Fortified foods DON'T DO IT...on getting ENOUGH D

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/statscan-finds-widespread-vitamin-d-deficiency-in-canadians/article596998/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/07/20 at 5:34 pm


It's their wedding plans, and not yours...why into their business and lives....


What part of pandemic and contagious disease are you having difficulty with?  ???


Fortified foods DON'T DO IT...on getting ENOUGH D

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/statscan-finds-widespread-vitamin-d-deficiency-in-canadians/article596998/


"It said some of the biggest factors in low vitamin D readings were being non-white and consuming a smaller amount of milk, which is fortified with the vitamin."

Article seems to have the wrong statistic. According to Statistics Canada it is 32% of people with insufficient Vitamin D, not 68%. Sounds like whoever wrote the article made a mistake. https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/pub/82-624-x/2013001/article/11727-eng.htm

Anyway, this link between Vitamin D and COVID-19 death rate seems tenuous at best. Canada has a much lower death rate than the US, presumably in the south they have more sunshine. Highest death rates found in places like Florida, Texas moreso than Maine or Minnesota. Italy, Spain, Brazil, very high death rates coming out of these sun soaked places. Having a ""strong"" immune system doesn't make you immortal, and I'm not even buying into this one-way link you've made between Vitamin D and immune system strength.

All in all I'm impressed by the marketing skills of whoever is selling you these pills. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/07/20 at 6:51 pm

FORGET everything I said about the wedding.

Apparently it is outdoors. When my mom told me she was going to a wedding, I asked if it was outdoors and she said "at a wedding hall". I presumed that to mean indoors. But as she was leaving today, I told her to keep the windows there open, and she told me it was outside.

Whoops. Huh? Big boobs? Um, what? Chile anyways so...  :-X

Fudge them anyway for not inviting me eh.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 11/07/20 at 7:31 pm


After this pandemic I am turned off by the entire concept of weddings. After this wedding in particular I'm starting to realize how frivolous, consumerist and selfish the whole ceremony is.

On Instagram I saw a few old friends getting married at a civic hall type place. That looked the most "real" and romantic to me, it felt very intimate. With the big parties and fancy dresses and professional photographers it looked like they were putting on a show for everyone else instead of themselves. I have always been more impressed by modesty than flashiness.

I reserve the right to change my mind post-pandemic lol.


You hit the nail on the head about weddings. American women, in particular, seem to have become hypnotized by this giant "Disney-fication" of things. The Kardashian-ification of things. They must have "a fairy tale wedding". Things have gotten more and more obsessive to the point the word "bridezilla" was coined. They must have "The perfect wedding". It HAS to be "a perfect day". It is "the best day of their life". Really? The wedding is "the best day of your life" and it's all downhill from there? Sounds like an awful way to start a relationship to me. And, if I may be slightly facetious, if the wedding is "the best day of your life" and at some point you get divorced and then remarry, does the new wedding day take the place of the old one as "the best day of your life" or is it "the second best day of your life"? American women need to de-hypnotize themselves about the "fairy tale wedding" concept. You are grown people, time to leave the Disney movies behind. Even wedding proposals have gotten way out of hand. They must be an "event" with all kinds of elaborate staging, exotic locations, etc. IF you can afford it/pull it off that is. And, to go a step further, even PROMS are that way now. Asking someone to the prom is now an elaborate thing. I remember when a proposal was a personal, romantic thing between two people. All subtly has flown out the window now.  I agree that smaller and heartfelt is the absolute best.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/07/20 at 8:22 pm


You hit the nail on the head about weddings. American women, in particular, seem to have become hypnotized by this giant "Disney-fication" of things. The Kardashian-ification of things. They must have "a fairy tale wedding". Things have gotten more and more obsessive to the point the word "bridezilla" was coined. They must have "The perfect wedding". It HAS to be "a perfect day". It is "the best day of their life". Really? The wedding is "the best day of your life" and it's all downhill from there? Sounds like an awful way to start a relationship to me. And, if I may be slightly facetious, if the wedding is "the best day of your life" and at some point you get divorced and then remarry, does the new wedding day take the place of the old one as "the best day of your life" or is it "the second best day of your life"? American women need to de-hypnotize themselves about the "fairy tale wedding" concept. You are grown people, time to leave the Disney movies behind. Even wedding proposals have gotten way out of hand. They must be an "event" with all kinds of elaborate staging, exotic locations, etc. IF you can afford it/pull it off that is. And, to go a step further, even PROMS are that way now. Asking someone to the prom is now an elaborate thing. I remember when a proposal was a personal, romantic thing between two people. All subtly has flown out the window now.  I agree that smaller and heartfelt is the absolute best.


I read a study that showed the more expensive your wedding and ring, the more likely your marriage is to fail. Has a good sample size of 3000 relationships. https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/bazaar-brides/a22085716/couples-who-have-expensive-weddings-are-more-likely-to-get-divorced/

Conversely, spending more on the honeymoon has the effect of making a marriage more likely to be successful.

My cousin got engaged recently to a woman he met a few months prior. He proposed before he got a ring, and she asked for a diamond ring. He told me he was having second thoughts, although I wasn't sure if he was joking. I know his salary and well, let's just say she's not going to get it until later.

This probably should have been in the rants thread. ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/07/20 at 8:41 pm

Weddings/marriages are of all types all over the world...

Getting married period is a huge gamble and many win and many lose.  Regardless, they are an experience and in my life once was ENOUGH.  But the lessons from that one, I would have never gotten had I not married the man I did and have the child and grandkids I am happy to have in my life.   

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/20 at 2:49 am

For Saturday 7th November, there have been more than one million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK and 48,000 people have died, government figures show. However, these figures include only people who have died within 28 days of testing positive for coronavirus and other measures suggest the number of deaths is higher.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/800/cpsprodpb/10E9D/production/_115277296_uk_card_07nov-nc.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/08/20 at 4:42 am


The wedding is gonna get people get killed. If not the people at the wedding, the people who caught it there will spread it to others who will die. How do you think contagious diseases works? The virus doesn't fall from the sky.

I'm an outdoorsy person and get Vitamin D from my diet. I don't need pills to stay alive, you can go sell those to someone else.


Can the wedding be cancelled?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/08/20 at 4:43 am


I had braces for 2 1/2 years followed by years of a retainer.


Cat


Did you like wearing braces and retainers?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/20 at 4:44 am


I read a study that showed the more expensive your wedding and ring, the more likely your marriage is to fail. Has a good sample size of 3000 relationships. https://www.harpersbazaar.com/uk/bazaar-brides/a22085716/couples-who-have-expensive-weddings-are-more-likely-to-get-divorced/

Conversely, spending more on the honeymoon has the effect of making a marriage more likely to be successful.

My cousin got engaged recently to a woman he met a few months prior. He proposed before he got a ring, and she asked for a diamond ring. He told me he was having second thoughts, although I wasn't sure if he was joking. I know his salary and well, let's just say she's not going to get it until later.

This probably should have been in the rants thread. ;D
A nephew of mine due to be married in January, but we cannot attend the wedding for it is in The Philippines, the other side of the world, and we cannot risk our health's travelling there, especially myself being vulnerable.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/08/20 at 4:46 am


Weddings/marriages are of all types all over the world...

Getting married period is a huge gamble and many win and many lose.  Regardless, they are an experience and in my life once was ENOUGH.  But the lessons from that one, I would have never gotten had I not married the man I did and have the child and grandkids I am happy to have in my life. 


My Parents have been married for 51 years. :)

Subject: Scaled-back Remembrance Sunday events

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/20 at 7:22 am

About 10,000 people usually attend the annual National Service of Remembrance at the Cenotaph in London. This year it will look very different because of the pandemic. Members of the Royal Family, the government and the armed forces will still attend and social distancing will be in force. However, for the first time it will be closed to the public. Meanwhile, it was revealed on Saturday that the Queen made a private pilgrimage to the grave of The Unknown Warrior in Westminster Abbey on Wednesday to mark the centenary of his burial. She was pictured wearing a face mask in public for the first time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/08/20 at 8:14 am


Wearing a mask protects yourself from others that may be affected.
Wrong, the mask protects others from your germs. ;)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/20 at 8:16 am


Wrong, the mask protects others from your germs. ;)
Wearing a mask works both ways.

Did you see Karen's link on the best explanation on mask wearing?

https://s.hdnux.com/photos/01/11/66/67/19361245/3/rawImage.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 11/08/20 at 8:32 am


Wearing a mask works both ways.

Did you see Karen's link on the best explanation on mask wearing?



The primary reason for wearing a mask is to prevent the spread of the virus to others. Masks are not overly effective in filtering out the virus for oneself. That is why it is vitally important that everyone wear them. In this case we are truly our brother/sister's keeper and have their welfare in our hands (or mouths as the case may be). Anyone not wearing a mask is SELFISH. They may have the ill-conceived impression that their "freedoms" are being taken away (show me these freedoms being taken away) but one must always remember that your personal freedom ends where my space begins. Period. That's also why I don't consider smoking a "personal freedom". Too many other surrounding people are affected besides the smoker. Remember, your personal freedom ends where my space begins!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/20 at 8:37 am


The primary reason for wearing a mask is to prevent the spread of the virus to others. Masks are not overly effective in filtering out the virus for oneself. That is why it is vitally important that everyone wear them. In this case we are truly our brother/sister's keeper and have their welfare in our hands (or mouths as the case may be). Anyone not wearing a mask is SELFISH. They may have the ill-conceived impression that their "freedoms" are being taken away (show me these freedoms being taken away) but one must always remember that your personal freedom ends where my space begins. Period. That's also why I don't consider smoking a "personal freedom". Too many other surrounding people are affected besides the smoker. Remember, your personal freedom ends where my space begins!
In one sense, anyone could carry the virus but be unaware of it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 11/08/20 at 8:41 am


In one sense, anyone could carry the virus but be unaware of it.


Correct! That is why everyone should wear a mask. Slows the spread to others should you be carrying it aware or unaware. This is truly a case of "we are all in this together".  People need to cooperate for the good of the human race and stop making this falsely political.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/08/20 at 9:11 am


Correct! That is why everyone should wear a mask. Slows the spread to others should you be carrying it aware or unaware. This is truly a case of "we are all in this together".  People need to cooperate for the good of the human race and stop making this falsely political.


Yes it works both ways but it’s better at protecting others because it helps stop the germs from spreading onto people and surfaces.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/20 at 10:11 am


If you stock up on the essentials such as video games, graphics cards and Gamecube controllers, yeah.
Essentials like food and movies, I have never been into video gaming.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases and deaths in charts

Written By: nally on 11/08/20 at 11:57 am


I had braces for 2 1/2 years followed by years of a retainer.


Cat

So did I!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/20 at 12:38 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/800/cpsprodpb/1642B/production/_115297119_uk_card_08nov-nc.png

There have been more than 1.1 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK and 49,000 people have died, government figures show.

However, these figures include only people who have died within 28 days of testing positive for coronavirus and other measures suggest the number of deaths is higher.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/08/20 at 12:42 pm


My Parents have been married for 51 years. :)


Oh my parents (mom stayed) were married 63 years and were mismatched from probably day 1.  Today people just don't tolerate what "they" did many yrs ago...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/08/20 at 12:45 pm


Correct! That is why everyone should wear a mask. Slows the spread to others should you be carrying it aware or unaware. This is truly a case of "we are all in this together".  People need to cooperate for the good of the human race and stop making this falsely political.


Masks are FALSE protection, I guess you don't read all that info.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/08/20 at 12:49 pm


Wrong, the mask protects others from your germs. ;)


You want to believe that go ahead, so wearing a mask you can continue to breath in all  your own "junk" into your body.    It's really "funny" how so many try to make others feel so guilty for not wearing masks, "don't you worry about your grandma, etc....."  I'm a grandma and my family NEVER wear masks in my home and we peck kisses on cheeks when we depart one another....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/20 at 12:50 pm


Masks are FALSE protection, I guess you don't read all that info.
So what do medical staff wear in hospitals, in the operationing theatres treating patients with many forms of conditions especially the serious conditions?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/08/20 at 1:02 pm

For starters they don't wear them all day, for operating rooms I suppose this has been going on forever....who knows how many of these surgeons have issues on their faces from wearing masks, but it's done in the OR's and also in highly contagious areas in hospitals and rehabs.

I said a while back and probably no one read it, I was in a hospital and rehabs setting for 4.5 months in 2016-17 and NO ONE wore a mask......hand washing with the sanitizer when they came into and left my room my room but NO MASKS.....

When I think about that whole ordeal, and NEVER got sick and so many sick people around me, I am so glad I had my trusty Grape Seed Extract in the purse all the months I was there...and took it daily. 

When they wheeled me down for knee clean out, YES, the surgeons and staff worse masks for this short surgery......  which turned out to be so bad .... once the body is cut it's never the same and often WORSE. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/20 at 1:11 pm


For starters they don't wear them all day, for operating rooms I suppose this has been going on forever....who knows how many of these surgeons have issues on their faces from wearing masks, but it's done in the OR's and also in highly contagious areas in hospitals and rehabs.

I said a while back and probably no one read it, I was in a hospital and rehabs setting for 4.5 months in 2016-17 and NO ONE wore a mask......hand washing with the sanitizer when they came into and left my room my room but NO MASKS.....

When I think about that whole ordeal, and NEVER got sick and so many sick people around me, I am so glad I had my trusty Grape Seed Extract in the purse all the months I was there...and took it daily. 

When they wheeled me down for knee clean out, YES, the surgeons and staff worse masks for this short surgery......  which turned out to be so bad .... once the body is cut it's never the same and often WORSE. 
So what would the world have been like if mask were not worn during the Spanish Flu Pandemic in 1918 and 1919?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/08/20 at 1:14 pm


FORGET everything I said about the wedding.

Apparently it is outdoors. When my mom told me she was going to a wedding, I asked if it was outdoors and she said "at a wedding hall". I presumed that to mean indoors. But as she was leaving today, I told her to keep the windows there open, and she told me it was outside.

Whoops. Huh? Big boobs? Um, what? Chile anyways so...  :-X

Fudge them anyway for not inviting me eh.


AAAAAAUUUUUUUGGHHHHHHHH!!!!

Literally the GROOM had covid. He felt sick in the morning, swallowed 12 Advils to make himself feel better, and went to the emergency room after he was short on breath and told everybody he was "dehydrated". Today he tested positive for corona and is in hospital.

I'm so exasperated by the past couple of days. Thank god for my little sister who has limitless energy and has been arguing with my mom for the past 3 hours and is driving her crazy. She deserves it.

What a dumpster fire of a wedding. I don't even think they got married.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/20 at 1:16 pm


AAAAAAUUUUUUUGGHHHHHHHH!!!!

Literally the GROOM had covid. He felt sick in the morning, swallowed 12 Advils to make himself feel better, and went to the emergency room after he was short on breath and told everybody he was "dehydrated". Today he tested positive for corona and is in hospital.

I'm so exasperated by the past couple of days. Thank god for my little sister who has limitless energy and has been arguing with my mom for the past 3 hours and is driving her crazy. She deserves it.

What a dumpster fire of a wedding. I don't even think they got married.
I hope it all turns out well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/08/20 at 1:22 pm

I can only say all you folks who are so devoted to your masks, choose not to believe about the chemicals in many of them, keep breathing them into your bodies.....I choose NOT to.

https://markcrispinmiller.com/2020/10/that-mask-is-giving-you-lung-cancer/

I posted the above earlier, but guess no impact....

Hope hope hope Biden's task force has some smarts.....

I believe Trump's people had more sense about the covid overall.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/08/20 at 1:25 pm


So what would the world have been like if mask were not worn during the Spanish Flu Pandemic in 1918 and 1919?


Well my parents were alive and lived thru it, many died and  many lived on and proof today is close to 8Billion worldwide population.    I never  heard of that 1918 flu until covid....

As many have said maybe these pandemics are manufactured to weed out the weaker of the masses.....I keep an open mind to all opinions....

Subject: Fact check: Wearing masks does not cause cancer is Fake News

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/20 at 1:30 pm


I can only say all you folks who are so devoted to your masks, choose not to believe about the chemicals in many of them, keep breathing them into your bodies.....I choose NOT to.

https://markcrispinmiller.com/2020/10/that-mask-is-giving-you-lung-cancer/

I posted the above earlier, but guess no impact....

Hope hope hope Biden's task force has some smarts.....

I believe Trump's people had more sense about the covid overall.
Social media users have been sharing content online that claims wearing a face mask causes cancer due to oxygen deficiency.

This claim is false.

Examples can be seen here: https://uk.reuters.com/article/uk-factcheck-masks-cause-cancer/fact-checkwearing-masksdoes-notcause-cancer-idUSKBN26Q22N

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/08/20 at 1:35 pm


I can only say all you folks who are so devoted to your masks, choose not to believe about the chemicals in many of them, keep breathing them into your bodies.....I choose NOT to.

https://markcrispinmiller.com/2020/10/that-mask-is-giving-you-lung-cancer/

I posted the above earlier, but guess no impact....




Since you said you weren’t here to be persuaded I didn’t think it worth the effort of refuting it.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New UK cases remain high after sharp increase

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/20 at 1:43 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/800/cpsprodpb/AF64/production/_115300944_uk_daily_cases_with_ra_8nov-nc.png

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/800/cpsprodpb/3A34/production/_115300941_uk_regions_hospital_admissions_facet_8november-nc.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 11/08/20 at 1:43 pm


AAAAAAUUUUUUUGGHHHHHHHH!!!!

Literally the GROOM had covid. He felt sick in the morning, swallowed 12 Advils to make himself feel better, and went to the emergency room after he was short on breath and told everybody he was "dehydrated". Today he tested positive for corona and is in hospital.

What a dumpster fire of a wedding.


Taking 12 Advils :o certainly didn’t help.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 11/08/20 at 1:46 pm

https://cdn11.bigcommerce.com/s-mu5b6y/images/stencil/1280x1280/products/29782/61234/4850-parent__40126.1598616011.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/08/20 at 2:36 pm


Taking 12 Advils :o certainly didn’t help.


Nothing smart about that decision....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/08/20 at 4:06 pm


You want to believe that go ahead, so wearing a mask you can continue to breath in all  your own "junk" into your body.    It's really "funny" how so many try to make others feel so guilty for not wearing masks, "don't you worry about your grandma, etc....."  I'm a grandma and my family NEVER wear masks in my home and we peck kisses on cheeks when we depart one another....

Nothing to do with believe. I just stick to logic, science and facts.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/08/20 at 5:45 pm


I hope it all turns out well.


My mother is refusing to get tested even though she has to go to the hospital with my (other) sister on Tuesday.

I heard one of the groom's friends who was with him the past 3 days and also took him to the hospital has blood cancer, which makes him high-risk.

I feel some people need one or two more disasters to happen before they catch up with reality.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 11/08/20 at 5:51 pm


My mother is refusing to get tested even though she has to go to the hospital with my (other) sister on Tuesday.

I heard one of the groom's friends who was with him the past 3 days and also took him to the hospital has blood cancer, which makes him high-risk.

I feel some people need one or two more disasters to happen before they catch up with reality.  ::)


I have a 71 year old customer who was out visiting nursing homes with her husband because his father needs to get into one.

As a result of that visit, both my customer and her hubs now have Covid. She’s been away from work now for 8 weeks.  :o  At one point she was (according to her) on Death’s door, but they gave her Remdesivir and she snapped back.  8)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/08/20 at 7:19 pm


Nothing to do with believe. I just stick to logic, science and facts.  ::)


It has everything to do with one's belief system.  All the science and facts and so called logic in the world are not  mine, I have my own beliefs...  I'm not a great big science person but a great big "what it's done or does for my life" person.....

Again  people, get your immune systems strong<  Vit C, Vit D, Zinc and great miracle grape seed extract.,,,, the masks and tests are  NOT the answers........

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/09/20 at 1:03 am


It has everything to do with one's belief system.  All the science and facts and so called logic in the world are not  mine, I have my own beliefs...  I'm not a great big science person but a great big "what it's done or does for my life" person.....

Again  people, get your immune systems strong<  Vit C, Vit D, Zinc and great miracle grape seed extract.,,,, the masks and tests are  NOT the answers........
Yep, the world is stupid and you are smart. I get it. ::)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Wales 'firebreak' ends

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 1:48 am

The 17-day lockdown is replaced with new nationwide regulations - set out in detail here. Businesses forced to close - the likes of pubs, gyms and non-essential shops - can reopen, and two families can once again form a bubble. Travel is also permitted anywhere in the country. Ministers say it'll be another fortnight before the full impact of the firebreak is known and they're warning people not to get carried away with their new-found freedom. Read more on the economic and emotional toll the firebreak has taken.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/800/cpsprodpb/A4EA/production/_115181224_newlockdownrulesnovhorizontalv5-nc-01.png

Subject: Global coronavirus cases pass 50 million

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 4:13 am

The worldwide number of confirmed cases has reached another grim milestone, passing 50 million..

More than 1.25 million people have now died after contracting the virus, according to Johns Hopkins university.

But the numbers are thought to be higher because of insufficient testing in many countries.

A second wave of the virus has accounted for a quarter of all cases, Reuters reports.

Europe, with more than 12.5 million cases and 305,700 deaths, is again a hotspot after being the first epicentre of the pandemic earlier this year.

And in the US just under 10 million have tested positive. It has seen more than 125,000 cases per day three days in a row.

Subject: Cafes and restaurants in NI 'to reopen with no alcohol'

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 5:07 am

We're also getting some news from Northern Ireland, where it's looking like the executive are going to agree to partially reopen the hospitality sector - although alcohol-only pubs will remain closed.

Ministers will meet to finalise the plan on Monday morning.

Pubs, restaurants and cafes across NI closed their doors to sit-in customers on 17 October under stricter Covid-19 restrictions.

Hair and beauty salons also had to shut for four weeks.

On Sunday, Deputy First Minister Michelle O'Neill suggested cafes and restaurants could be allowed to reopen, but not pubs.

She said the sale of alcohol was a factor in reaching a decision because "defences come down when alcohol is taken".

It is understood restaurants may be allowed to reopen but not serve drink.

Subject: US president-elect Biden to name coronavirus task force

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 5:50 am

US President-elect Joe Biden has pledged to make tackling the coronavirus pandemic his top priority as he prepares to take office in January.

He is expected later on Monday to name a 12-member coronavirus task force made up of “leading scientists and experts”.

President Trump’s handling of the pandemic was one of the key issues during the presidential campaign.

The US has seen record single-day rises in infections in recent days; and has the world’s highest number of infections at over 9.9m and highest death toll at more than 230,000.

Mr Biden also wants to see more testing and has said he will call on every American to wear a mask in public spaces.

Monday will also see Vice-President Mike Pence reconvene a meeting of President Trump’s own coronavirus task force, which has not met for weeks because of the election campaign.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/11/9/aee0031a-0935-409b-8dfd-e587dbd5ae38.png

Subject: Ghana daily Covid-19 infections jump five-fold over fortnight

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 5:51 am

The west African country of Ghana has seen its daily coronavirus cases rise from an average of 25 to 130 over the past two weeks, raising concerns about a possible second wave of the virus.

President Nana Akufo-Addo said the government would step up contact tracing, testing and treatment of Covid-19 cases to stop the spread.

The government is also extending pay incentives for health workers and providing a free water supply to all Ghanians to promote regular hand washing.

The president attributed the increased infections to a disregard of Covid-19 safety protocols, including social distancing and the wearing of masks.

Although large political rallies are banned in the country, campaign activities have heightened ahead of polls in December, with many ignoring the safety protocols.

Ghana’s active cases have increased to 1,139 from 398 over the last three weeks. The country has so far registered 320 deaths as of Friday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 11/09/20 at 6:43 am

Pfizer says that their vaccine was 90% effective in a large study!  :D This could be a potential game changer.

(https://www.cnn.com/2020/11/09/health/pfizer-covid-19-vaccine-effective/index.html)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/09/20 at 6:53 am


Pfizer says that their vaccine was 90% effective in a large study!  :D This could be a potential game changer.

(https://www.cnn.com/2020/11/09/health/pfizer-covid-19-vaccine-effective/index.html)

The German health ministry also beliefs that there will be a vaccine available in early 2021. However the process of vaccination might take another year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 7:11 am


Pfizer says that their vaccine was 90% effective in a large study!  :D This could be a potential game changer.

(https://www.cnn.com/2020/11/09/health/pfizer-covid-19-vaccine-effective/index.html)
The BBC are running this as they main news, I hope it will be available soon.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/09/20 at 7:34 am


Wearing a mask works both ways.

Did you see Karen's link on the best explanation on mask wearing?

https://s.hdnux.com/photos/01/11/66/67/19361245/3/rawImage.png


But what does this have to do with urinating?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/09/20 at 7:35 am


Correct! That is why everyone should wear a mask. Slows the spread to others should you be carrying it aware or unaware. This is truly a case of "we are all in this together".  People need to cooperate for the good of the human race and stop making this falsely political.


I wear a mask. O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/09/20 at 7:36 am


Oh my parents (mom stayed) were married 63 years and were mismatched from probably day 1.  Today people just don't tolerate what "they" did many yrs ago...


My Parents later in life have become old and cantankerous.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/09/20 at 7:39 am


So what would the world have been like if mask were not worn during the Spanish Flu Pandemic in 1918 and 1919?


The world would've been wiped out?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/09/20 at 7:42 am


It has everything to do with one's belief system.  All the science and facts and so called logic in the world are not  mine, I have my own beliefs...  I'm not a great big science person but a great big "what it's done or does for my life" person.....

Again  people, get your immune systems strong<  Vit C, Vit D, Zinc and great miracle grape seed extract.,,,, the masks and tests are  NOT the answers........


Then what is?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/09/20 at 7:53 am

After just two days, Peel Region (suburb of Toronto) will be reconfining due to record high cases.

Doug Ford is deconfining and reconfining in reaction to daily fluctuation in cases. This shotgun style of management is going to get us nowhere.

My favourite part, wedding receptions in the region will be closed starting November 13. Guess where the wedding my mother went to was  ::) ::) ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 7:54 am


But what does this have to do with urinating?
This meme posted on Reddit explains viral transmission in terms that everyone can grasp — urination.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/09/20 at 7:55 am


Then what is?  ???


I wish you did not ask her that question lol.

Subject: Ghana daily Covid-19 infections jump five-fold over fortnight

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 8:01 am

The west African country of Ghana has seen its daily coronavirus cases rise from an average of 25 to 130 over the past two weeks, raising concerns about a possible second wave of the virus.

President Nana Akufo-Addo said the government would step up contact tracing, testing and treatment of Covid-19 cases to stop the spread.

The government is also extending pay incentives for health workers and providing a free water supply to all Ghanians to promote regular hand washing.

The president attributed the increased infections to a disregard of Covid-19 safety protocols, including social distancing and the wearing of masks.

Although large political rallies are banned in the country, campaign activities have heightened ahead of polls in December, with many ignoring the safety protocols.

Ghana’s active cases have increased to 1,139 from 398 over the last three weeks. The country has so far registered 320 deaths as of Friday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/09/20 at 8:30 am


I wish you did not ask her that question lol.


Ok, I take that back.

Subject: Hungary to enter partial lockdown to stem rise in cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 8:41 am

Hungary is imposing a partial lockdown for at least a month in a bid to stem fast-rising coronavirus infections.

As of Tuesday, restaurants will close, large gatherings are banned and a night-time curfew extended, Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced.

Secondary schools and universities will move teaching online, hotels can only take business travellers, and sports gatherings will be held behind closed doors. Family events will be limited to 10 people.

Mr Orban said the restrictions were necessary to keep pressure off hospitals. "If coronavirus infections rise at the current pace.. Hungarian hospitals will not be able to cope with the burden," he said in a video posted on his Facebook page.

Hungary reported 5,162 new cases and 55 new deaths on Monday, bringing the total to 114,778 infections and 2,493 deaths, Reuters reports.

Subject: UK PM to hold press conference this evening

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 8:42 am

We've had it confirmed that Prime Minister Boris Johnson will hold a Downing Street press conference at 17:00 GMT later today.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/09/20 at 9:32 am


Ok, I take that back.


I was only (half) joking, Howard ;D

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Who will get the vaccine first in the UK?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 9:36 am

While there are still plenty of hurdles for Pfizer/BioNtech's vaccine to surmount before it reaches the public, the job of deciding who will receive it first is already being decided. The government has said if the vaccine works it will procure 10 million doses - so these will need to be focused on immunising the most vulnerable. The scientists on the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation previously published a list of prioritisation of who should get a jab first, with care home residents and staff among those at the top.
The interim guidance says the order of priority should be:

Older adults in a care home and care home workers
All those aged 80 and over and health and social care workers, though they may move up the list:

Anyone 75 years of age and over
People aged 70 and over
All those aged 65 and over
High-risk adults under 65 years of age
Moderate-risk adults under 65 years of age
All those aged 60 and over
All those 55 and over
All those aged 50 and over
The rest of the population, with priority yet to be determined
But the committee stressed this list was "not considered definitive" as more data is still being collected on at-risk groups.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 10:32 am


Did anyone hear about the COVID-19 mutation in Denmark? It came from minks and can re-infect humans too.
A mutant form of coronavirus found in Danish mink has arisen before, scientists have revealed.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-54867653

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 11/09/20 at 11:15 am

Even HUD secretary Ben Carson tested positive for COVID...  :-\\

https://www.foxnews.com/politics/hud-secretary-ben-carson-tests-positive-coronavirus

Subject: Further 21,350 Covid cases across UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/20 at 1:06 pm

The Downing Street conference the latest coronavirus figures have been released.

There have been a further 21,350 cases of coronavirus across the UK and a further 194 deaths within 28 days of a positive Covid-19 test.

That takes the total number of deaths by this measure to 49,063.

The figures tend to be lower on a Monday as there is a lag in reporting over the weekend.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/09/20 at 1:28 pm

New York City:

Cases
534K
+3,430

Deaths
33,314
+27

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/09/20 at 1:39 pm

One member asked "when will this all be over" they want to get on with their life....I can't find his/her post but some of us believe getting to Herd Immunity  is one way to get on with life and the strong will go on and the weak will get sick anyway......

Here is what AARP says about Herd Immunity:

https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2020/herd-immunity-covid19.html

Bottom line Get Strong and Healthy......and get out of the lockdown  world....

And if a vaccine becomes available, maybe that is the answer for YOU.....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/09/20 at 7:38 pm

https://mobile.twitter.com/ColinDMello/status/1325781558003982336

Dr. Shady Ashamalla says he’s getting calls from patients worried about their surgeries getting cancelled.

“It’s very difficult to tell people prioritizing indoor dining over taking out their cancers,” he says.


----

Damn, Doug Ford better hope that doesn't become the quote of the pandemic

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/09/20 at 8:43 pm

From Robert F Kennedy, Jr on Covid

https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2020/11/06/hope-despite-censorship.aspx?cid_source=dnl&cid_medium=email&cid_content=art1HL&cid=20201106Z1%E2%88%A3=DM699779&rid=1004946907


So so much continues to go on and so so much we don't know. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/09/20 at 8:59 pm


New York City:

Cases
534K
+3,430

Deaths
33,314
+27


Michigan just had 9010 cases and 62 deaths in a day. It’s now 9x what it was before the initial lockdown. But our governors hands are tied so it’s only going to get worse. Last week it was 6000 cases, 4000 cases the week before.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/09/20 at 9:05 pm


Michigan just had 9010 cases and 62 deaths in a day. It’s now 9x what it was before the initial lockdown. But our governors hands are tied so it’s only going to get worse. Last week it was 6000 cases, 4000 cases the week before.


Over 9,000! All of Canada combined has half of that daily :o

And I remember Michigan was hit badly by the first wave too. Stay safe.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/09/20 at 9:16 pm

Hey  people there could be a LOT of seasonal flu deaths in the numbers you are printing even if they are truly true. 

For all the years of seasonal flu, deaths were never reported....that I can remember....but some have said some 60-80K die in the U.S. from seasonal flu yearly.   

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/09/20 at 9:23 pm


Hey  people there could be a LOT of seasonal flu deaths in the numbers you are printing even if they are truly true. 

For all the years of seasonal flu, deaths were never reported....that I can remember....but some have said some 60-80K die in the U.S. from seasonal flu yearly. 


We have tests for flu and COVID-19, so it is easy to pinpoint which illness you have.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/09/20 at 10:15 pm

Somehow I don't believe the authorities are doing much if anything to separate the flu from covid deaths.....numbers.....It's said the more covid deaths reported,  hospitals get more money from their govts....true? this I've heard for months.

Again, no one knows anything for sure unless someone you know dies.....

Subject: Word of the year

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 2:19 am

Perhaps not a surprise, but "lockdown" has been declared the word of the year for 2020 by Collins Dictionary. It "encapsulates the shared experience of billions of people", Collins said. Other pandemic-linked terms in the top 10 are "furlough", "key worker", "self-isolate" and "social distancing", as well as "coronavirus". The abbreviation "BLM", for the Black Lives Matter movement, also features.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 3:03 am

The husband of NHS Test and Trace chief executive Dido Harding is self-isolating after receiving an alert on the app she is responsible for. Tory MP John Penrose said he had no symptoms so far.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 4:06 am

One in 17 Covid-19 patients could be diagnosed with anxiety, depression or insomnia for the first time, a study of millions of US patient records suggests. The Oxford University study says the risk is about double that of other illnesses.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 4:11 am

The NHS is “ready to deploy” the breakthrough Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine as soon as it is proven clinically safe, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said. Doctors’ leaders say they are ready to run Covid-19 immunisation clinics seven days a week, after initial results suggested the vaccine is 90% effective.

Subject: Health secretary: Children will not be vaccinated

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 4:31 am

The health secretary also said that children would not be vaccinated, as they had a very low susceptibility to the disease. “This is an adult vaccine,” Matt Hancock said.

Vaccination would not be compulsory, the health secretary said, but he pointed to surveys that showed the UK had some of the highest levels of enthusiasm for a Covid-19 vaccine.

He said the roll-out would be complex and would take time, with each person receiving two doses, 21 days apart and full protection only coming a week or two after the final dose.

“We still appeal this morning to people’s patience to follow the existing rules.

"This is still a deadly disease and it’s not over yet,” he said.

Subject: Brazil halts trials of China's Sinovac vaccine

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 4:59 am

Brazilian health authorities have suspended clinical trials of the Chinese Covid-19 vaccine, Coronavac, because of what they called a "severe adverse" incident.

Brazilian health regulator Anvisa said the incident happened on 29 October, but did not give further details. Butantan, the medical research institute conducting the trial, is to hold a news conference on Tuesday at 11:00 local time (14:00 GMT).

The Sinovac vaccine is one of several in final-stage testing globally. But China has already been using it to immunise thousands of people at home in an emergency programme. There was no immediate response from Sinovac.

Subject: Second wave pushes UK death rates over five-year average - ONS

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 5:03 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/11/10/1c89d9ed-23a1-46cb-aee7-a1bab16f342c.png

The number of people dying continues to be above normal levels for this time of year.

Data from the UK national statistics agencies show the number of deaths was more than 11% higher than expected in the final week of October. That is similar to the level the week before.

Deaths linked to Covid account for all of the extra deaths and more.

A total of nearly 12,501 died with 1,597 mentioning Covid on the death certificate – up from 1,126 the week before.

Deaths normally do rise at this time of the year, but the data from the Office for National Statistics and its counterparts in Scotland and Northern Ireland shows the second wave of the virus has pushed the death rate above the average seen over the past five years.

In total more than 440,000 deaths have been recorded this year, with over 61,000 linked to Covid.

This is higher than the government’s daily figures suggest as they only include people who have tested positive for Covid and have died within 28 days of a test. These figures included cases where doctors suspect a patient has Covid.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/11/10/805a9911-88b9-4397-b37d-5601a70df325.png

Subject: ass testing in Liverpool finds 154 positive from 23,000 tested

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 6:11 am

Mass testing of the population in Liverpool has seen 23,170 people tested since midday on Friday, with 0.7% positive.

The 154 people who tested positive had no symptoms.

All residents and workers - about 500,000 people - in Liverpool have been offered tests at one of 18 centres.

The hope is that mass testing can identify more people who have the virus but no symptoms, so they can self-isolate, preventing them from spreading the virus.

City Mayor Joe Anderson said there had been a "great response" from the public.

Children aged 11 and over are also to be tested in schools with their parents' consent as part of the scheme, the city's council has said.

Subject: GCSE and A-level exams in Wales cancelled for 2021

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 6:26 am

Wales' GCSE, AS and A-level exams in summer 2021 are to be cancelled, with grades based on classroom assessments.

Education Minister Kirsty Williams said it was impossible to guarantee a level playing field for exams due to the ongoing impact of the Covid pandemic.

Head teachers would work on a "national approach" to ensure consistency, she said.

Assessments will be done under teacher supervision, and will begin in the second half of the spring term.

They will be externally set and marked but delivered within the classroom.

This work will form the basis for "centre-based outcomes" which will be linked to an agreed national approach to provide Wales-wide consistency, Ms Williams said.

She added cancelling exams would also give time for teaching to continue through the summer term.

Teachers would have flexibility on when to take the assessments, within the "context of results timelines".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-54888376

Subject: Russia resists lockdown despite cases surge

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 7:34 am

The ticket booths at Krylatskoye ice palace are shuttered, but the rink is full - not of speed skaters and hockey players, but rows of coronavirus patients.

It's one of five facilities in Moscow transformed into giant temporary hospitals that are now swinging into action as the number of new Covid cases reaches daily record highs.

The Kremlin describes the rate of infection as "worrying" - close to 21,000 new cases were announced on Tuesday - and admits that healthcare facilities in some regions are "overloaded".

But it is still resisting a national lockdown, anxious to protect the economy and optimistic that Russia's contender for a Covid-19 vaccine can help chart a way out of this crisis.

Subject: 13% increase in armed forces applications

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 7:37 am

There has been a 13 percent increase in applications to join the armed forces in the year to July 2020.

Defence minister Jeremy Quin says staff retention has also increased.

“I think that reflects the pride people have in our armed forces and how they say, day in, day out, members of the armed forces are doing such a valuable task around our country.”

Subject: Tougher Covid rules for three areas of Scotland

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 9:05 am

Three Scottish council areas are to have tougher coronavirus rules imposed amid concern over an increase in cases.

Fife, Angus, and Perth and Kinross will all be moved from level two to level three of Scotland's five-tier system.

It means pubs and restaurants in those areas will no longer be allowed to serve alcohol.

But people in Shetland, Orkney and the Western Isles will be able to meet inside their homes with one other household from Monday, said First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.

She said 1,239 patients are in hospital with a confirmed case, with 102 being treated in intensive care.

A further 39 people who tested positive have died, taking the total to 3,079 deaths in Scotland by that measure.

Subject: Key points from Hancock's Commons update

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 9:43 am

NHS staff are being prepared to roll-out a vaccine from 1 December, if one has been approved by regulators. Earlier, the health secretary said the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) could approve a vaccine "within days" of a licence application being submitted because they had been examining data throughout

# But Matt Hancock said the vaccine would only be approved once it is shown to be safe, adding that there are still questions about how long it protects for and how effectively it reduces transmission
Hancock said it has not been tested on children and so will not be given to them, but he added that their risk from the disease is very low

# The UK has secured 40 million doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine which has announced initial results, as well as 300 million doses of other candidate vaccines

# The speed of the UK's vaccine roll-out will depend on how quickly it can be manufactured, the health secretary said. But he acknowledged "the scale of the job is vast"

# The health secretary also said he has written to 67 directors of public health who expressed an interest in rapid testing about making enough available to reach 10% of their local populations each week. Hancock said testing gives people confidence and that will get the UK back on its feet

Subject: Lebanon announces new lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 12:10 pm

Lebanon is to enter a fresh two-week lockdown from Saturday as coronavirus infections continue to rise.

In a televised address on Tuesday, caretaker Prime Minister Hassan Diab said a "stage of critical danger" had been reached. "Private and public hospitals don't have the capacity to receive severe cases," he warned.

Mr Diab said that the huge blast in Beirut more than three months ago, which killed more than 200 people and overwhelmed local hospitals, had caused Lebanon to lose control of the outbreak.

Some key industries will be allowed to operate during the new lockdown, Mr Diab said without providing details.

Lebanon, which imposed its first lockdown in March, has recorded more than 95,000 infections and 732 deaths. Last week there were record numbers of new cases for two days in a row.

Subject: Re: Further 20,530 new cases across UK

Written By: nally on 11/10/20 at 12:27 pm


Perhaps not a surprise, but "lockdown" has been declared the word of the year for 2020 by Collins Dictionary. It "encapsulates the shared experience of billions of people", Collins said. Other pandemic-linked terms in the top 10 are "furlough", "key worker", "self-isolate" and "social distancing", as well as "coronavirus". The abbreviation "BLM", for the Black Lives Matter movement, also features.

That is quite interesting. And I can say that I'm not the least bit surprised by this.

Subject: What's the global situation?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 12:41 pm

A roundup of some key developments from outside the UK.

US President-elect Joe Biden is expected to warn against scrapping "Obamacare" legislation in the midst of the pandemic, when he speaks on the subject later today. The Supreme Court is hearing arguments in a case that could overturn the healthcare legislation

Clinical trials of the Chinese Covid-19 vaccine, Coronavac, have been suspended by Brazil's health authorities because of what they called a "severe adverse" incident. Brazil's health regulator has not given further details but developer Sinovac says it is "confident in the safety of the vaccine"

Veteran Palestinian peace negotiator Saeb Erekat has died aged 65 after contracting coronavirus last month. He had suffered from serious health problems for several years

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban goes to parliament today to seek approval for a state of emergency that would include limits on public gatherings and closures of schools, restaurants and universities

France's unemployment rate jumped to its highest level in two years amid fallout from the pandemic, official figures revealed on Tuesday. The Insee statistics office said the number of people out of work rose to 9.0% from 7.1% in the second quarter

Globally there are now nearly 51 million confirmed cases and more than 1.2 million deaths, according to a tally by Johns Hopkins University

Subject: People turning to comfort foods

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 12:59 pm

People have been turning to comfort foods during the pandemic, according to the company behind brands including Bisto, Ambrosia and Mr Kipling's cakes. Premier Foods said it had experienced "exceptional" demand through lockdown for its products, which had resulted in strong sales and profits for the past six months. Food critic and broadcaster Jay Rayner said the news was no surprise, adding: "Many of those doing the cooking were kids 20 or so years before, so they are turning to these familiar foods."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/10/20 at 3:12 pm


One member asked "when will this all be over" they want to get on with their life....I can't find his/her post but some of us believe getting to Herd Immunity  is one way to get on with life and the strong will go on and the weak will get sick anyway......

Here is what AARP says about Herd Immunity:

https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/info-2020/herd-immunity-covid19.html

Bottom line Get Strong and Healthy......and get out of the lockdown  world....

And if a vaccine becomes available, maybe that is the answer for YOU.....



I don't know when this will be over either. :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/10/20 at 3:13 pm


Michigan just had 9010 cases and 62 deaths in a day. It’s now 9x what it was before the initial lockdown. But our governors hands are tied so it’s only going to get worse. Last week it was 6000 cases, 4000 cases the week before.


Why can't the numbers go down?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 3:27 pm

There have been more than 1.2 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK and 49,000 people have died, government figures show.

However, these figures include only people who have died within 28 days of testing positive for coronavirus and other measures suggest the number of deaths is higher.

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Subject: Coronavirus: Which shops will be allowed to open in lockdown?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/20 at 4:22 pm

England has gone into lockdown for a second time as the country battles a surge in coronavirus cases. Until 2 December there will be strict curbs on socialising and travel, but also on which shops and businesses can remain open.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-54816037

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/10/20 at 4:41 pm

And I'll say it again,  I believe many numbers are being combined with covid and seasonal flu ---- tis the season right??????

Take care of YOUR immune system and you can fight off the viruses.....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/10/20 at 4:50 pm

The entire province of Manitoba is reconfining with all non-essential retail and dining closed, and travel to northern remote areas banned to non-residents. Their caseload and hospitalizations spiraled out of control forcing them to cancel all elective and diagnostic surgeries.

Ontario hit a record number of new cases today at 1,400.  :-\\

The Prime Minister Justin Trudeau gave a speech urging provinces to implement tougher restrictions, not to relax them. He didn't mention Doug Ford by name but we all knew who he was talking about lol. I didn't hear him announce new money though, that would make implementing restrictions a lot easier.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/10/20 at 5:56 pm

I hate on Doug Ford a lot but Ontario has the lowest infection rate among the big provinces. How embarazzing for the rest of Canada.  :-https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EmdhoPaXIAEOQ6w?format=jpg&name=medium

The ones in green are Atlantic Canada. They locked down hard in March/April and eradicated COVID-19 (0 active cases). Then they created their "Atlantic bubble", anyone from outside the bubble (even from the rest of Canada) has to quarantine for 14 days on entry. Looks like they escaped the rest of Canada's stupidity.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 11/10/20 at 6:02 pm

There's a vaccine! Woohoo!!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/10/20 at 7:22 pm


Why can't the numbers go down?


None of the things she put in place can legally be enforced anymore. After her power was taken away she said she hoped people would do the right thing. You can’t govern a state on hope.

Subject: Coronavirus: Northern England 'worst hit' by pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 12:58 am

The north has been hit harder than the rest of England during the coronavirus pandemic, "exacerbating" regional inequalities, according to a study.

The Northern Health Science Alliance also found the mortality rate, even after factoring in deprivation, ages and ethnicity, was worst in the north.

It said in the "Northern Powerhouse" area an extra 57.7 people per 100,000 population died between March and July.

A renewal of efforts to tackle child poverty was among its recommendations.

The report by the northern health partnership said 12.4 more people per 100,000 population died with Covid-19 in the area of the Northern Powerhouse from March to July than elsewhere in the country, with 57.7 more people per 100,000 dying of all causes.

The study, led by scientists from the universities of Newcastle, Manchester, York and Liverpool, put a conservative estimate on the economic cost of the increased mortality in northern England at £6.86bn and estimated the impact on the region's mental health would cost about £5bn a year.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-54892161

Subject: Operation Christmas

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 1:54 am

Universities are being told to stagger the return home of England's 1.2 million students in the week after the national lockdown ends. The aim is to avoid a sudden exodus that could spread infection. Universities will be expected to move almost all teaching online by 9 December. Before travelling, as many students as possible will be offered Covid tests and anyone who's positive will be required to self-isolate on campus for 10 days. They'll still be able to get home for Christmas once that period is up. The Scottish government is expected to outline similar plans later.

Subject: UK Daily Hospital Admissions

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 2:22 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 2:58 am


That is quite interesting. And I can say that I'm not the least bit surprised by this.
BTW, the term 'fake news' was added to the dictionary back in 2017.

Subject: US sees record number in hospital with Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 3:51 am

The number of people in US hospitals with Covid-19 now stands at 61,964, an all-time high, new figures from the Covid Tracking Project show.

The number of new daily cases also broke records, with 130,989 reported on Tuesday. More than 10.2 million people have been infected and 239,000 have died overall in the US epidemic.

Several states, including Texas and Colorado, are seeing record numbers of new cases and many have tightened restrictions as the country confronts a new surge that is showing no signs of slowing.

The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has also taken a stronger stance on the wearing of face masks, issuing guidance that says numerous studies have demonstrated the benefits of “universal masking policies”.

Subject: First government data briefing soon

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 6:05 am

We're expecting to hear an update from England's deputy chief medical officer Professor Jonathan Van-Tam shortly.

It's expected to cover the approval of a vaccine and its roll-out.

Prof Van-Tam will be joined at Downing Street by June Raine, chief executive of the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), and Wei Shen Lim, chair of the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation.

This will be the first of what will be weekly "data briefings" from experts every Wednesday until the end of England's lockdown.

It comes after we found out the first effective coronavirus vaccine can prevent more than 90% of people from getting Covid-19, according to preliminary analysis.

Subject: Covid-19 vaccine: Prof Van-Tam says he would take the vaccine

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 6:52 am

England's Deputy Chief Medical Officer has said if he could, he would be at the front of the queue to be the first to get the Covid-19 vaccine.

Professor Jonathan Van-Tam was asked by the BBC's Medical Editor, Fergus Walsh, if he or the prime minister should be first in the line to have the vaccine. Prof. Van-Tam said he has "absolute trust" in the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), and has told his own mother to "be ready" to get the vaccine when it is ready.

On Monday, it was announced that the world's first effective coronavirus vaccine had shown positive results in preliminary tests on 43,500 people.

Pharmaceutical companies Pfizer and BioNtech now plan to apply for emergency approval to use the vaccine by the end of November - and a limited number of people may get the vaccine this year.

Subject: Scotland records highest death total since 6 May

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 7:16 am

There have been 64 deaths after a positive coronavirus test registered in Scotland since yesterday, which is the highest daily total since the 6 May, Nicola Sturgeon has announced.

Some 1,235 people are in hospital with the virus.

Scotland's first minister is now leading the Scottish government's daily Covid-19 briefing.

Today she is joined by Professor Jason Leitch, Scotland's National Clinical Director.

Subject: Delhi experiencing 'third wave' of Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 7:26 am

India’s capital Delhi is experiencing a fresh spike in Covid-19 cases; the city's Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has called it the “third peak” of the virus.

On Tuesday, the city recorded 7,830 fresh cases in 24 hours, up from its previous high of 7,745 on Sunday. Total cases now number more than 450,000 and Delhi has overtaken Kerala as the region in India with the fastest-growing caseload.

City officials have now ordered all Covid-19 test centres to check the oxygen levels of those attending, and increased the number of hospital beds available to Covid patients.

Kejriwal tweeted that cases had increased due to the festival season and pollution. He has banned the sale and use of fireworks. The air in Delhi is especially bad in winter when several factors - from farmers burning crop stubble to car pollution, festive fireworks and low wind speed - combine to create what doctors say is a "deadly cocktail of poisonous gases".

Meanwhile, Delhi's High Court has pulled up the Kejriwal government for relaxing restrictions on public gatherings and public transport. The government has been asked to file a report on the steps it has taken over the last two months to control the spread of the virus.

Subject: The maids held prisoner during lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 8:06 am

Some live-in maids in Spain have been forbidden from leaving their employers' houses during the pandemic.

The union that represents them has heard from around 100 women who say they have been kept locked inside for months.

It said that live-in maids had already often been treated like “modern-day slaves” in the country and that lockdown had made things worse.

Europe correspondent Jean Mackenzie has spoken to live-in maids about their experiences. Two of them, whom we call Isabella and Maria, have had their names changed to protect their identities.

Subject: Government defends rough sleeper approach

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 9:46 am

The UK government has defended its approach to rough sleeping as "world leading" amid criticism from Labour that it is providing "neither the leadership nor the funding" to tackle the problem.

Asking an urgent question in the House of Commons, shadow housing secretary Thangam Debbonaire said that after the "extraordinary effort" to house rough sleepers early on in the pandemic the government had now "lowered its ambition".

Housing minister Kelly Tolhurst told MPs the government was providing a further £15m for local authorities - building on what she described as the success of the 'everyone in' scheme, which the government estimates led to 29,000 people being housed earlier in the year.

Ms Debbonaire said that thousands of people had become homeless since then and that the minister's words would "ring hollow" for those without a home.

Homeless charities have warned that lives will be at risk over winter without support and called for a repeat of the scheme from the first wave of the pandemic.

During the spring some hotels took in rough sleepers to help reduce the spread of the virus.

Subject: Pacific's Vanuatu reports first case of Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 9:51 am

The small Pacific island nation of Vanuatu has reported its first Covid-19 case. It had been one of the few remaining areas of the world that was free of the coronavirus.

A 23-year-old man returning from the United States was diagnosed with the virus, health officials said. He is in quarantine and contact tracing is under way.

Prime Minister Bob Loughman reassured the nation of 300,000 people that the situation was "under control”. He said that while some domestic travel would be restricted there were no plans to limit social gatherings.

Most Pacific island nations closed their borders in the early days of the pandemic, amid concerns that their weak healthcare systems would not be able to cope with a serious outbreak.

Cases were recorded in the Marshall Islands and the Solomon Islands last month but Kiribati, Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, Samoa, Tonga, and Tuvalu are believed to still be free of the virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/11/20 at 10:04 am

People were saying someone at my work has it. Got it from his wife. He’s been home since he found out. Thankfully he works at the other end of the building, in an enclosed office, with a different HVAC system on that end. We will have to see who else ends up with it after a couple weeks because people here think distancing and masks are a joke. I’m the only one in the office who wears a mask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 10:07 am


People were saying someone at my work has it. Got it from his wife. He’s been home since he found out. Thankfully he works at the other end of the building, in an enclosed office, with a different HVAC system on that end. We will have to see who else ends up with it after a couple weeks because people here think distancing and masks are a joke. I’m the only one in the office who wears a mask.
Can you for a test if you feel comfortable?

Subject: UK PM 'happy to receive vaccine'

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 10:08 am

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson would be happy to receive a coronavirus vaccine, Number 10 has said.

The PM's official spokesman said: "Any vaccines which are determined for use will undergo a vigorous series of safety checks, they will be absolutely safe for the public to use.

"And the prime minister would therefore, of course, be very happy to take the vaccine himself."

It comes after England's deputy chief medical officer Jonathan Van-Tam said earlier that if he could he would be at the front of the queue to be the first to get the vaccine.

Downing Street also said it was the government's "intention" to go back to a regionalised system of coronavirus restrictions when the current national lockdown in England ends next month.

It comes after senior Tory backbenchers formed a resistance group putting pressure on the government not to extend the national lockdown.

Asked to confirm that the current lockdown restrictions in England would not be extended, the spokesman said: "It is a statement of fact that the regulations lapse on 2 December and we're committed to giving MPs a vote on the system which will replace them.

"And as we've indicated a number of times, it is the intention to go back to a regionalised approach."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 11:02 am

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Subject: Covid: UK first country in Europe to pass 50,000 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 11:17 am

The UK has become the first country in Europe to pass 50,000 coronavirus deaths, according to the latest government figures. A total of 50,365 people have died within 28 days of a positive Covid test, up 595 in the past 24 hours. The UK is the fifth country to pass 50,000 deaths, coming after the United States, Brazil, India and Mexico. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the figures showed, despite hopes for a vaccine, "we are not out of the woods". He said: "Every death is a tragedy," but added: "I do think we have got now to a different phase in the way that we treat it."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54905018

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/11/20 at 12:02 pm


Can you for a test if you feel comfortable?


I won’t unless it’s a company wide test, or if I start having symptoms. I’m not around anyone else anyway, I just go from work to home. No need to be singled out and miss 2 weeks of work if nobody else here has to. I’ll see what happens down at the other end with the people who actually worked with him.

Subject: Re: Covid: UK first country in Europe to pass 50,000 deaths

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/11/20 at 12:09 pm


The UK has become the first country in Europe to pass 50,000 coronavirus deaths, according to the latest government figures. A total of 50,365 people have died within 28 days of a positive Covid test, up 595 in the past 24 hours. The UK is the fifth country to pass 50,000 deaths, coming after the United States, Brazil, India and Mexico. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the figures showed, despite hopes for a vaccine, "we are not out of the woods". He said: "Every death is a tragedy," but added: "I do think we have got now to a different phase in the way that we treat it."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54905018


As I've been saying all along the spikes are most likely due to seasonal flu being lumped into "their" facts and figures.......  It's a death business isn't it.   

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/11/20 at 12:32 pm

Whelp, a Covid-19 vaccine is 90% effective, thanks to Pfizer  :D Now we just gotta wait for the FDA approval  :P

Speaking of which, I'll be the first person in my school to take the vaccine so I could share the results to my classmates so they'll know whether its safe or not.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 12:33 pm


As I've been saying all along the spikes are most likely due to seasonal flu being lumped into "their" facts and figures.......  It's a death business isn't it.   
Was it seasonal flu back in March to May this year?

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Subject: Italy braced for 'lockdown lite' as Covid cases soar

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/20 at 1:13 pm

How quickly it has changed. A month ago, Italy seemed to be avoiding the worst of the second wave that other European countries were seeing. Now its numbers are even worse than many of its neighbours.

On Wednesday it passed the milestone of more than a million Covid cases. The health ministry reported 623 deaths, a level not seen since early April.

The first country in the west to be crushed by the pandemic is falling again. And this time, it’s not just wealthy Lombardy in the north that’s suffering - but Campania and Calabria in the south too, two of the EU’s poorest regions.

That’s prompted serious concern over their ability to cope. In Naples, some Covid patients had to be transferred to ambulances parked outside hospitals, since ICUs inside were filling up.

Italy has increased its number of intensive care beds since the first wave - but in some places they’re again nearing capacity.

Unlike March though, when Italy became the first country in the world to impose a national lockdown, this time the government is resisting it, opting so far for a regional tiered approach - a mix of red, amber and yellow zones.

But although there’s some evidence that the rate of infection is beginning to stabilise, pressure is growing for a national red zone - "lockdown lite" is how it’s dubbed here, closing most shops, bars and restaurants and banning movement between regions. There could be a decision by the weekend.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/11/20 at 1:18 pm


Whelp, a Covid-19 vaccine is 90% effective, thanks to Pfizer  :D Now we just gotta wait for the FDA approval  :P

Speaking of which, I'll be the first person in my school to take the vaccine so I could share the results to my classmates so they'll know whether its safe or not.


Are you a young person?  If and w hen the super duper vaccine is out there, young people will be the LAST to get t hem....the old, sick etc....and  health workers first....

I'm 82 in good  health and WOULD NEVER GET IT.....

My grandkids 23 and 21 would never get it either.....

Work on your  own  natural immune system young person....it's there for you to do that...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/11/20 at 1:51 pm


Are you a young person?  If and w hen the super duper vaccine is out there, young people will be the LAST to get t hem....the old, sick etc....and  health workers first....

I'm 82 in good  health and WOULD NEVER GET IT.....

My grandkids 23 and 21 would never get it either.....

Work on your  own  natural immune system young person....it's there for you to do that...


Vaccines boost your immune system. How do you think vaccines work? You are inoculated with an inert (dead) version of the virus, your body launches its immune response, and retains memory of how to fight off the infection for when it encounters the real thing. You get immunity without having viruses damage your body.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/11/20 at 2:26 pm


People were saying someone at my work has it. Got it from his wife. He’s been home since he found out. Thankfully he works at the other end of the building, in an enclosed office, with a different HVAC system on that end. We will have to see who else ends up with it after a couple weeks because people here think distancing and masks are a joke. I’m the only one in the office who wears a mask.


Wow I'd hate working in that kind of environment. If I were to catch a virus there some people gonna be catching hands.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/11/20 at 2:41 pm


Vaccines boost your immune system. How do you think vaccines work? You are inoculated with an inert (dead) version of the virus, your body launches its immune response, and retains memory of how to fight off the infection for when it encounters the real thing. You get immunity without having viruses damage your body.


You want mercury, aluminum and formaldyhe in your system, be my guest....not this lady...I'll take Vit C, D and Zinc any day over the above toxins...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/11/20 at 3:29 pm


And I'll say it again,  I believe many numbers are being combined with covid and seasonal flu ---- tis the season right??????

Take care of YOUR immune system and you can fight off the viruses.....


get plenty of excersize, get some rest and do a lot of walking, drink plenty of hot and cold fluids too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/11/20 at 3:31 pm


None of the things she put in place can legally be enforced anymore. After her power was taken away she said she hoped people would do the right thing. You can’t govern a state on hope.


I want the numbers to go down to zero. (0)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/11/20 at 3:33 pm


Are you a young person?  If and w hen the super duper vaccine is out there, young people will be the LAST to get t hem....the old, sick etc....and  health workers first....

I'm 82 in good  health and WOULD NEVER GET IT.....

My grandkids 23 and 21 would never get it either.....

Work on your  own  natural immune system young person....it's there for you to do that...


Wow, you're 82? Mazeltov, god bless you.  :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/11/20 at 3:35 pm


You want mercury, aluminum and formaldyhe in your system, be my guest....not this lady...I'll take Vit C, D and Zinc any day over the above toxins...


Do you take medications, JH? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/11/20 at 3:56 pm


Are you a young person?  If and w hen the super duper vaccine is out there, young people will be the LAST to get t hem....the old, sick etc....and  health workers first....

I'm 82 in good  health and WOULD NEVER GET IT.....

My grandkids 23 and 21 would never get it either.....

Work on your  own  natural immune system young person....it's there for you to do that...
I'm 16, and I'd rather take it than get Covid. This is the only way life can go back to normal.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/11/20 at 3:58 pm


You want mercury, aluminum and formaldyhe in your system, be my guest....not this lady...I'll take Vit C, D and Zinc any day over the above toxins...
Hey, can you stop belittling my opinion?? This is my health and safety and if I want to take it, I'll take it, its better to be safe than sorry.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/11/20 at 4:18 pm


You want mercury, aluminum and formaldyhe in your system, be my guest....not this lady...I'll take Vit C, D and Zinc any day over the above toxins...


I get both. Without giving my money to scammers either lol.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/11/20 at 7:09 pm


Do you take medications, JH? ???


1 ibuprofen, 1 tylenol every 6 hrs daily

Desiccated thyroid support daily.

I deal with damaged right side of body from  hip replacement and advancing arthritis.... and the rest I take supplements.....

That's it.  I took a pharma anti inflammatory drug back in the 80's and ended up in ER with stomach  ulcer.  That deal was my big turningpoint on drugs.....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/11/20 at 7:11 pm


I'm 16, and I'd rather take it than get Covid. This is the only way life can go back to normal.


Be smart,  you are young and take C, D, Zinc etc if you are so worried and get good sleep and the  young people are in the best places overall....Keep sugars down in your body.....again be smart. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/11/20 at 7:13 pm


Hey, can you stop belittling my opinion?? This is my health and safety and if I want to take it, I'll take it, its better to be safe than sorry.


I'm not belittling you but the  young and strong will be the Very very last to get the vaccine if and when it ever appears out there....  But go ahead and get it if you can....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/11/20 at 9:55 pm

Yesterday was the deadliest single day for reported COVID-19 deaths at 10,184.

We're certainly going to see a lot more 10,000+ days. Europe had 4,800 deaths and the US had 1,500.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/12/20 at 12:54 am


You want mercury, aluminum and formaldyhe in your system, be my guest....not this lady...I'll take Vit C, D and Zinc any day over the above toxins...


They don’t use any of these in vaccines any more. Check your facts

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 1:15 am


They don’t use any of these in vaccines any more. Check your facts
I thought mercury was only used in thermometers, but are digital now.

Subject: UK economy rebounds after first lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 2:38 am

The UK's economy bounced back from the slump brought on by the coronavirus pandemic to grow by a record 15.5% between July and September, according to the Office for National Statistics. However, the country's economy is still 8.2% smaller than before the virus struck, with September's growth of 1.1% weaker than in previous months. Analysts say it is likely to shrink again in the final three months of the year because of the impact of recent restrictions.

Subject: NHS England waiting times highest since 2008

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 4:32 am

Nearly 140,000 people have waited more than a year for a routine operation or procedure in England.

The figure for September, published by NHS England, was the highest since September 2008.

One year earlier, in September 2019, the number having to wait more than 52 weeks to start treatment stood at just 1,305.

The total waiting list is now 4.35 million.

Subject: More than 170 Covid cases at European Parliament

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 5:34 am

The European Parliament has suffered a significant Covid outbreak: 171 cases among MEPs and staff at the end of October, a spokesperson told the BBC.

She did not have a more recent figure, saying the numbers were evolving, but were decreasing as most parliament meetings were now taking place online.

Most were asymptomatic cases, detected because of the track and trace system, the spokesperson said.

MEPs no longer travel to Strasbourg each month, as they used to. And the Brussels meetings have fewer participants than previously.

In total, there are 705 MEPs and nearly 4,000 MEPs' assistants, plus about 7,500 other staff at the European Parliament.

Subject: Russia sees record 24-hour rise in deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 5:43 am

A record high of 439 new coronavirus-related deaths has been reported in Russia over the past 24 hours, bringing the overall official toll to 32,032.

Coronavirus infections are surging in the country, with another 21,608 new cases registered on Thursday.

The regions that recorded the most cases are Moscow (5,997) and St Petersburg (1,667), authorities say.

As the country grapples with a second wave of the virus, its poorer provinces are being hit the hardest.

In northern regions like Arkhangelsk, patients have been forced to sleep on benches and in corridors and ambulance crews are overwhelmed.

Health workers in Russia are usually wary of sounding critical, but as the situation worsens, they are being more vocal.

In the video below, they speak to BBC Moscow correspondent Sarah Rainsford.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 5:44 am


A record high of 439 new coronavirus-related deaths has been reported in Russia over the past 24 hours, bringing the overall official toll to 32,032.

Coronavirus infections are surging in the country, with another 21,608 new cases registered on Thursday.

The regions that recorded the most cases are Moscow (5,997) and St Petersburg (1,667), authorities say.

As the country grapples with a second wave of the virus, its poorer provinces are being hit the hardest.

In northern regions like Arkhangelsk, patients have been forced to sleep on benches and in corridors and ambulance crews are overwhelmed.

Health workers in Russia are usually wary of sounding critical, but as the situation worsens, they are being more vocal.

In the video below, they speak to BBC Moscow correspondent Sarah Rainsford.
So much for there vaccine?

Subject: Covid is not tired of us, says WHO chief

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 6:03 am

The world must not let its guard down against the coronavirus, even as progress is made on vaccines, the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) has warned.

Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the virus remained as threatening as ever eight months into a pandemic that has killed an estimated 1.2 million people globally.

"We may be tired of Covid-19 but it is not tired of us," Dr Tedros said at the Paris Peace Forum on Thursday. "European countries are struggling but the virus has not changed significantly, nor the measures to stop it."

There have been promising developments on the vaccine front in recent days.

On Monday, Pfizer and BioNTech said preliminary results showed a vaccine they are developing was 90% effective against Covid-19. Then on Wednesday, Russian researchers said early results from trials of a Covid-19 vaccine they are developing could be 92% effective.

Both vaccines need to pass regulatory checks.

Dr Tedros said relying on vaccines whose safety and efficacy are yet to be fully confirmed risked complacency.

"A vaccine is needed urgently, but we cannot wait for a vaccine and put all our eggs in one basket," he said.

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Subject: First Caribbean cruise since March cut short after virus case

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 6:33 am

You may remember the suspension of cruises worldwide as the first wave of the coronavirus pandemic raged in March. Many passengers and crew were stranded at sea for weeks, as countries denied ships entry to their ports.

Now the industry is trying to resume operations, yet the threat of coronavirus has not gone away.

One company, SeaDream Yacht Club, has reportedly been forced to cut short its first cruise in the Caribbean since sailing ceased.

The SeaDream 1 is heading back to port in Barbados after a passenger tested positive for Covid-19, reports say.

Subject: Alcohol ban introduced on Scotland's railway

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 7:05 am

People will not be allowed to drink alcohol on trains or at stations in Scotland from Monday, ScotRail has announced.

It said the temporary policy had been put in place to support public health measures and keep people safe during the Covid pandemic.

ScotRail said the new measures would help to maintain the physical distancing required while travelling.

The move will be supported by the British Transport Police, they said, who would assist railway staff where required to ensure that people followed the guidance.

The consumption of alcohol is currently banned on ScotRail services between 21:00 and 10.00.

Subject: Police force hands out a third of England's face mask fines

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 7:23 am

A third of police fines handed out for not wearing face masks since use became mandatory were issued by the West Mercia force, figures reveal.

From 24 July, masks have had to be worn in enclosed public places in England as part of efforts to curb the spread of the coronavirus.

Since then, 172 fines have been issued across the country for non-compliance, according to data.

West Mercia Police handed out 57 £200 fines, equalling £11,400.

Subject: NHS England medical director at Downing Street press conference

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 7:32 am

Downing Street has confirmed that NHS England medical director Professor Stephen Powis will join Business Secretary Alok Sharma at the press conference at 17:00 GMT.

Subject: Car use down as second lockdown takes effect

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 7:47 am

Car journeys on Britain's roads have fallen to about two-thirds of the usual level since the new English lockdown started, government figures show.

Recorded car traffic went down to 67% of the normal pre-pandemic volume when restrictions came in last Thursday, falling to 57% on Sunday, before rising to 70% on Monday.

During the previous lockdown the figure went as low as 22%.

Subject: US 'not in a good place', top expert says

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 8:06 am

When talking about the epidemic in the country, Dr Fauci described the rise in infections there as "sobering".

"We're not in a very good place right now," Dr Fauci said during the event, hosted by Chatham House. "If you look at the numbers, data speaks, and data is telling us that we're now in a very difficult, challenging situation."

He said more than 40 of the 50 US states were currently "seeing increases in cases", adding to the more than 10.4 million already confirmed.

Dr Fauci said infections never "came down" in the US like they did in Europe, where strict lockdowns placed restrictions on economic activity. When the US tried to reopen its economy, it did so "in a disparate way", leading to even bigger increases in infections.

Dr Fauci has often clashed with President Donald Trump, who had pushed to reopen the economy in the summer months.

Dr Fauci said his role would not change under US President-elect Joe Biden, who is expected to take office in January.

"The idea of what the broader approach is, I would leave that to what happens in January," he said.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 8:30 am


...want mercury, aluminum and formaldyhe in your system...
Rub onto the skin or taken internally?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cases compared by continents

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 10:22 am

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Subject: Covid: UK daily cases reach new mass testing record

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 11:19 am

A record 33,470 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the UK in the past day, official data shows.

It is the highest daily figure since mass testing began in the UK, and brings the total number of cases to more than 1.29 million.

The number of virus tests conducted across the UK has steadily increased in recent weeks.

Thursday's daily number of cases showed a 45.8% increase on Wednesday's figure of 22,950.

Experts have previously warned against describing the daily figure as a record because there was no widespread testing programme during the first wave of the epidemic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/12/20 at 12:49 pm

The increase is "cases" not deaths....and with increased testing, that can be expected....

Those "case" people NEED to be doing "their work".....

And you can take it to the bank that the reported deaths, those people had chronic health issues and didn't work to keep their health up period.

Personal responsibility folks.....

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/20 at 1:19 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/12/20 at 1:41 pm


I thought mercury was only used in thermometers, but are digital now.


It was used as a preservative. Not the silver liquid you think of, but an organic compound called ethyl mercury. It has been removed from vaccines given in the U.K.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/12/20 at 2:48 pm

Wow, Californians haven't even woken up yet and the US has 110,000 cases. It might be a 160,000+ day  :o

Ontario recorded 1,500+ cases.

There is a scandal because the new guidelines the government released was not "crafted with expert consultation" as they claimed; one of the two agencies cited said they were never consulted. The other agency that was consulted said the government's recommendations for when restricrions would begin was set much higher than they recommended.

As it is, a region is only locked down (restaurants and bars closing) when the daily infection rate rises above 100 per 100,000 people, or 10% of tests start coming back positive. The expert recommendation was 25 per 100,000 people and 2.5% of tests.

Meanwhile cases are growing exponentially again after deconfinement happened a week ago.

https://twitter.com/jkwan_md/status/1326905556737658880?s=09

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/12/20 at 3:41 pm

Ontario's top epidemiologists had a press conference today. The updated modelling on the pandemic suggests ICU beds will fill up in 2 weeks, and anywhere between 2500 to 6500 daily cases before Christmas. That's gonna mean cancelled surgeries. I wonder if the Premier will do something about this...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/12/20 at 3:58 pm


Wow, Californians haven't even woken up yet and the US has 110,000 cases. It might be a 160,000+ day  :o

Ontario recorded 1,500+ cases.

There is a scandal because the new guidelines the government released was not "crafted with expert consultation" as they claimed; one of the two agencies cited said they were never consulted. The other agency that was consulted said the government's recommendations for when restricrions would begin was set much higher than they recommended.

As it is, a region is only locked down (restaurants and bars closing) when the daily infection rate rises above 100 per 100,000 people, or 10% of tests start coming back positive. The expert recommendation was 25 per 100,000 people and 2.5% of tests.

Meanwhile cases are growing exponentially again after deconfinement happened a week ago.

https://twitter.com/jkwan_md/status/1326905556737658880?s=09

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EmodU8OXIAIYk4t?format=jpg&name=large


Oh we're awake, and IF we  had a small population in our State that you have in your country, things COULD BE different...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/12/20 at 4:29 pm


Oh we're awake, and IF we  had a small population in our State that you have in your country, things COULD BE different...


I wasn't comparing, just remarking.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/12/20 at 4:36 pm

Government sent me light yellow surgical masks in my new shipment. A lot less conspicuous than light blue and match my skin colour.  8)

Now that I know surgical masks can come in colours other than light blue, I wonder why black surgical masks aren't a thing.  ??? I searched online and didn't find any.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/12/20 at 5:34 pm


I wasn't comparing, just remarking.


Well, I was comparing, asking if CA has not woken up yet?????

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/12/20 at 5:43 pm


Well, I was comparing, asking if CA has not woken up yet?????


The East Coast reports its numbers earlier in the day. West Coast reports its numbers when East Coasters are going to bed. That's why I said that, and I live in the Eastern timezone.

When I made the post the US was reporting 110,000 cases, now it is up to 150,000 with places like Los Angeles and Idaho still not reporting.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/12/20 at 6:46 pm

The death rate remains relatively low compared to the number of cases. I believe the death rate will skyrocket when hospitals get maxed out and resources are exhausted. We are headed there and will reach that point sooner or later.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/12/20 at 7:25 pm

Well, I believe too the figures with seasonal flu are thrown in there too.  We here in CA and I've lived here for 55 yrs and I can't recall an early Nov. being as cold as it's been.....does the cold weather have more influence on flu in general?    We've gone down into the 40
s already and that is cold for now, and  now they are saying 70-80 over weekend.....oh well that's the world of weather...  I have 3 layers of tops on and that has NEVER happened in my 82 yrs..... 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/12/20 at 8:21 pm


Well, I believe too the figures with seasonal flu are thrown in there too.  We here in CA and I've lived here for 55 yrs and I can't recall an early Nov. being as cold as it's been.....does the cold weather have more influence on flu in general?    We've gone down into the 40
s already and that is cold for now, and  now they are saying 70-80 over weekend.....oh well that's the world of weather...  I have 3 layers of tops on and that has NEVER happened in my 82 yrs.....


I don’t know about CA but we had an overall record cold October. Then broke a few record highs in November.

From what I understood the flu survives better when it’s cold and dry. Below freezing all the humidity freezes so it gets very dry. But having people clustered inside, combined with school in session, makes it worse.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/12/20 at 9:05 pm


The death rate remains relatively low compared to the number of cases. I believe the death rate will skyrocket when hospitals get maxed out and resources are exhausted. We are headed there and will reach that point sooner or later.


I think the death rate is lower because they're doing more testing, rather than the disease being less fatal. By some estimates, the US was experiencing 600k "real" cases a day in March/April.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/13/20 at 7:47 am


1 ibuprofen, 1 tylenol every 6 hrs daily

Desiccated thyroid support daily.

I deal with damaged right side of body from  hip replacement and advancing arthritis.... and the rest I take supplements.....

That's it.  I took a pharma anti inflammatory drug back in the 80's and ended up in ER with stomach  ulcer.  That deal was my big turningpoint on drugs.....


How is it helping your health?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/13/20 at 7:49 am


Rub onto the skin or taken internally?


taken internally.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/13/20 at 7:50 am


Government sent me light yellow surgical masks in my new shipment. A lot less conspicuous than light blue and match my skin colour.  8)

Now that I know surgical masks can come in colours other than light blue, I wonder why black surgical masks aren't a thing.  ??? I searched online and didn't find any.


I see some people use black surgical masks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/13/20 at 11:49 am

Now we have over 45 Thousand active cases in Canada, and Justin Trudeau isn't helping. He's not closing down city travel, not doing rapid testing, this goes to show how big of a hypocrite that dumb-@$$ prime Minister is 🙄 He had so much potential to flatten the curve yet he didn't take it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/13/20 at 11:56 am

Good  News for a Change:    Biden's CV team have put a nix on locking down the country FOR NOW anyway....they will work on other ways to stop and reduce this nasty stuff...

I HOPE some have good minds geared to discussing ways for the people to work on their immune systems........

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 11/13/20 at 12:06 pm


I see some people use black surgical masks.


No you haven't. You have seen people with black cloth (or related material) masks. I have some myself. These are not the same as official surgical masks used in surgery and other medical procedures. I think there may be (or used to be) white surgical masks too. In years past (including the 1918 Spanish Flu Pandemic) surgical masks were referred to as "gauze masks". Whether they were made of actual gauze (as in gauze bandages) or not I do not know, but I suspect they were. In those days there were far less disposable things like paper masks and plastic was basically unheard of.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/13/20 at 1:04 pm

Heard Gerald Celente last night again on coast to coast radio, the Truthseeking broadcasting and here is what he says:


((((Founder of the Trends Research Institute, Gerald Celente, talked about trends in the news, what he sees on the US horizon, and a look ahead to 2021. Regarding the election, he suggested that the negative polling numbers for Trump suppressed voter turnout for him, as those who might have voted for him thought he had no chance. He was critical of how the media handles the COVID story, asserting that they are selling "fear and hysteria," and exaggerate the virus's dangers. Further, in efforts to police and combat the pandemic, politicians have "destroyed the global economy in ways that are unimaginable," Celente maintained. He also expressed concern over what he suspects will be a "mandatory" vaccine policy.

Looking ahead to 2021, he foresees a worldwide depression, along with protests and disruptions, fueled by people's poor economic outlook. One trend he predicts is a focus on health and well-being, with individuals focusing on getting in good shape-- physically, emotionally, and spiritually to face the challenges of a changed world. Celente also believes we'll be looking at inflation occurring across the globe as currencies become devalued. China, the European Central Bank, and other financial institutions may be introducing their own digital currency, he added. There's an effort to push down the price of gold and silver, he reported, but silver is used in many "green" technologies, which will keep its price on the rise.)))))


He stressed the Vit D issue and  how much of all of the above forecasts do happen, remains to unfold.... 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/13/20 at 2:16 pm


Good  News for a Change:    Biden's CV team have put a nix on locking down the country FOR NOW anyway....they will work on other ways to stop and reduce this nasty stuff...

I HOPE some have good minds geared to discussing ways for the people to work on their immune systems........


I just drink hot and cold liquids.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/13/20 at 4:25 pm


I just drink hot and cold liquids.


Howard???  What do  hot and cold drinks have to do with my post?


Oh and King Trump and Prince Pence just spoke, and  his vaccine is ready to go with and if FDA approves...and then let the jabs begin.

They are a bunch of rat finks -- many many political sheep.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/13/20 at 4:34 pm

Doug Ford is completely erratic. A week after deconfining (and 3 weeks after the first reconfinement) we will be reconfining again, after epidemiologists and health workers rang the alarm bells. My region was placed in the red zone, which I'm not sure yet what that entails yet.

Edit: oh it doesn't mean anything other than some capacity limits. Hmm see you all next week where he might make things stricter or give up again. 🤔

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/13/20 at 4:52 pm


Now we have over 45 Thousand active cases in Canada, and Justin Trudeau isn't helping. He's not closing down city travel, not doing rapid testing, this goes to show how big of a hypocrite that dumb-@$$ prime Minister is 🙄 He had so much potential to flatten the curve yet he didn't take it.


Those are provincial responsibilities, not federal ones. I wish he would announce more money though, which would make it easier for provinces to put restrictions in place without political backlash.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/13/20 at 6:57 pm


Howard???  What do  hot and cold drinks have to do with my post?


Oh and King Trump and Prince Pence just spoke, and  his vaccine is ready to go with and if FDA approves...and then let the jabs begin.

They are a bunch of rat finks -- many many political sheep.
Ok, I do agree that Donald Trump and Pence are a big disgrace to America, but as much as I hate them, I do respect the fact that they're funding their vaccine companies just like every other country is doing. The point of the vaccine is to protect people from Covid-19, and without it, more and more people would be dying from the virus. I'd rather take the vaccine and be safe than being ignorant and risking other lives by spreading it, and so far, Pfizer and Moderna are safe beyond 70% efficacy, and won't harm anyone (Except Astrazeneca but we don't talk about that). It is up to you if you want to take it or not, but to say a vaccine is a threat to humanity is nonsense. Its better to have a approved vaccine than having a global pandemic killing 1.3M.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/13/20 at 7:40 pm

180,000 cases in one day in the US :o

Almost 1,000 deaths in France, and 4,700 in Europe.  :-\\

Canada also hanging around 5,000 cases and 50-60 deaths a day. Sure to go up.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/13/20 at 7:53 pm


180,000 cases in one day in the US :o

Almost 1,000 deaths in France, and 4,700 in Europe.  :-\\

Canada also hanging around 5,000 cases and 50-60 deaths a day. Sure to go up.  ::)
Ah well, the vaccine is coming soon anyway 🙄😑

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/13/20 at 8:08 pm


Ah well, the vaccine is coming soon anyway 🙄😑


Won't have enough doses to have an impact this winter, unfortunately.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/13/20 at 8:16 pm


Won't have enough doses to have an impact this winter, unfortunately.
Well, not only Pfizer, but Moderna is also releasing their vaccine as well

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/13/20 at 8:53 pm

It's amazing how much faith some of you put in the vaccine(s) that are may not be close to FDA approval....and as I've said and I hear all the time, first to the older, sick, health care providers, not the young strong people...

Work on  your own immune systems young people....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/13/20 at 9:02 pm


It's amazing how much faith some of you put in the vaccine(s) that are may not be close to FDA approval....and as I've said and I hear all the time, first to the older, sick, health care providers, not the young strong people...

Work on  your own immune systems young people....


Vaccines boosts your immune system. I probably won't be able to get one until 2022 or late 2021, it depends on availability. By then there will be plenty of data on the safety of it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/14/20 at 3:49 am


Howard???  What do  hot and cold drinks have to do with my post?


Oh and King Trump and Prince Pence just spoke, and  his vaccine is ready to go with and if FDA approves...and then let the jabs begin.

They are a bunch of rat finks -- many many political sheep.



Sorry I thought you were talking about immune systems.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/14/20 at 3:50 am


Ah well, the vaccine is coming soon anyway 🙄😑


They said about 6 months.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/14/20 at 12:00 pm


Vaccines boosts your immune system. I probably won't be able to get one until 2022 or late 2021, it depends on availability. By then there will be plenty of data on the safety of it.


Oh dreamer, you believe the mercury, aluminum and formaldyde help boost your immune systems....grrrrrrrrr  Next thing "they" will add to their cocktails is MSG.....good luck.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 11/14/20 at 1:43 pm


It's amazing how much faith some of you put in the vaccine(s) that are may not be close to FDA approval....and as I've said and I hear all the time, first to the older, sick, health care providers, not the young strong people...

Work on  your own immune systems young people....

Immunising the vulnerable population is one step closer to normality. You don’t need to immunise everyone.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/14/20 at 1:50 pm


Immunising the vulnerable population is one step closer to normality. You don’t need to immunise everyone.


Of course.....

But not a bad idea for others to support themselves....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/14/20 at 2:15 pm


Oh dreamer, you believe the mercury, aluminum and formaldyde help boost your immune systems....grrrrrrrrr  Next thing "they" will add to their cocktails is MSG.....good luck.
*sigh* Oh my God.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/14/20 at 2:31 pm


Oh dreamer, you believe the mercury, aluminum and formaldyde help boost your immune systems....grrrrrrrrr  Next thing "they" will add to their cocktails is MSG.....good luck.


https://www.publichealth.org/public-awareness/understanding-vaccines/goes-vaccine/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/14/20 at 3:34 pm


https://www.publichealth.org/public-awareness/understanding-vaccines/goes-vaccine/


omg, I was kinda joking about the MSG...  Great cocktails those jabs into our bodies,  not mine....

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: nally on 11/14/20 at 5:22 pm


180,000 cases in one day in the US :o


I know, it's sad. >:(

If someone other than Pmurt had been in office all this time, it probably wouldn't be this bad.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 11/14/20 at 5:31 pm

Probably the same restrictions that we will have on Thanksgiving. Here in Rhode Island: no more than 5 people, wear our masks even at home, keep washing our hands or sanitizer, and keep our distance. We will have another lockdown because people don't listen.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/14/20 at 5:42 pm


Probably the same restrictions that we will have on Thanksgiving. Here in Rhode Island: no more than 5 people, wear our masks even at home, keep washing our hands or sanitizer, and keep our distance. We will have another lockdown because people don't listen.


At least  half of the population is frozen in fear  and most likely only "hear" one side of the issue on masking etc...

If small gatherings are in order, it's not the end of the world. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/15/20 at 2:34 am


*sigh* Oh my God.  ::)
Indeed.
There are lists of illnesses that have been eradicated by vaccines (Polio anyone for example?) but for some people that just isn't proof enough.
It's all an evil conspiracy by big pharma after all.



Oh dreamer, you believe the mercury, aluminum and formaldyde help boost your immune systems....grrrrrrrrr  Next thing "they" will add to their cocktails is MSG.....good luck.


May I ask how you explain the eradication of Measles, Polio, Tetanus etc?
Did the whole world just start taking grape SEEDS and they were gone?


Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/15/20 at 7:52 am


omg, I was kinda joking about the MSG...  Great cocktails those jabs into our bodies,  not mine....


What kind of cocktail?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/15/20 at 7:53 am


Probably the same restrictions that we will have on Thanksgiving. Here in Rhode Island: no more than 5 people, wear our masks even at home, keep washing our hands or sanitizer, and keep our distance. We will have another lockdown because people don't listen.


And probably the same will have to be restricted for Christmas And New Year's.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/15/20 at 12:26 pm


What kind of cocktail?  ???


The stuff they put in vaccines, I call it their cocktail.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/15/20 at 3:35 pm

30 deaths in Ontario today, the highest since June.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Em37-hzXMAAVCKt?format=jpg&name=large

DoFo made a huge deal over "hospitalizations declining" if you can see the red bar have a slight downward curve 5-10 days ago, but now there's a huge spike. We have a numerically illiterate imbecile as our leader who's reacting to day-to-day numbers instead of proactively responding to obvious trends.

Hospitals in Toronto are running out of ICU beds fast, patients are being transferred to hospitals in other cities.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/15/20 at 7:13 pm

#COVIDZero is trending on Canadian Twitter. Doctors and epidemiologists are supporting it. The plan is to follow New Zealand and Australia and lockdown until we get to zero cases. Then when we open up, we ban travel in and out of the country and create a Canadian bubble. I support it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/15/20 at 9:42 pm


#COVIDZero is trending on Canadian Twitter. Doctors and epidemiologists are supporting it. The plan is to follow New Zealand and Australia and lockdown until we get to zero cases. Then when we open up, we ban travel in and out of the country and create a Canadian bubble. I support it.
One controversial but effective method I could think of is that regional and provincial could be banned, though the cities without Covid don't need to go on lockdown as they are safe while isolated, but those with even just 1 covid case need to go on lockdown until there's 0. Once there's 0 in a province, then the whole province is free, but the other provinces still have to go on lockdown. Its kinda like what China did when Wuhan went on lockdown for 76 days, but went back to a modified normal.

While it is effective, it can cause lots of economic destruction which is what I'm worried about, but somehow, China and South Korea's economies took a V-Curve and are almost back to regular levels.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 11/16/20 at 6:23 am

Moderna Phase 3 results have the vaccine over 94.5% effective! We might not have to wait for the summer to go back to normal, but perhaps even mid-late spring. :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/16/20 at 8:05 am


Moderna Phase 3 results have the vaccine over 94.5% effective! We might not have to wait for the summer to go back to normal, but perhaps even mid-late spring. :D


I want life to go back to "normal", after a while I'm pretty sure everyone has been getting "fatigue" over these past 9 months.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/16/20 at 10:26 am


Moderna Phase 3 results have the vaccine over 94.5% effective! We might not have to wait for the summer to go back to normal, but perhaps even mid-late spring. :D
Woo!!!  :D

Seems like the vaccines are carrying Trump's work lol, Trump had the potential to bring the cases in America down to 0 but nope, so the vaccine companies are doing all the work haha

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 11/16/20 at 10:56 am


#COVIDZero is trending on Canadian Twitter. Doctors and epidemiologists are supporting it. The plan is to follow New Zealand and Australia and lockdown until we get to zero cases. Then when we open up, we ban travel in and out of the country and create a Canadian bubble. I support it.

It’s worth bearing in mind that it took Victoria 4 months of strict lockdown to go from 300 daily cases to 0. Canada is currently at almost 5,000 daily cases, so it would require a significantly longer lockdown to achieve the same thing. I doubt the political will exists to do it.

For leaders in North America and Europe, it’s vaccine or bust.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/16/20 at 11:37 am


It’s worth bearing in mind that it took Victoria 4 months of strict lockdown to go from 300 daily cases to 0. Canada is currently at almost 5,000 daily cases, so it would require a significantly longer lockdown to achieve the same thing. I doubt the political will exists to do it.

For leaders in North America and Europe, it’s vaccine or bust.


Zero reported cases doesn’t necessarily mean zero cases.

Michigan health department is restricting more activities since the governor is powerless. Still far from a lockdown.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/16/20 at 1:03 pm


It’s worth bearing in mind that it took Victoria 4 months of strict lockdown to go from 300 daily cases to 0. Canada is currently at almost 5,000 daily cases, so it would require a significantly longer lockdown to achieve the same thing. I doubt the political will exists to do it.

For leaders in North America and Europe, it’s vaccine or bust.


Yeah after reading about the restrictions in Victoria (Curfews, travel limits etc.) I don't think that would be legal here.

What frustrates me is the inevitability of restrictions as soon as the hospital beds fill up yet the government is dithering on placing any restrictions and just prolonging the pain. There was an interview on CBC of a gym owner who said everyone cancelled their membership (I plan on doing so as well) and she can't make the rent payment. It makes no sense to keep them open and then pretend the economy is doing well because there are no restrictions. It's the virus that's sinking the economy not the lockdowns.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/16/20 at 1:13 pm


One controversial but effective method I could think of is that regional and provincial could be banned, though the cities without Covid don't need to go on lockdown as they are safe while isolated, but those with even just 1 covid case need to go on lockdown until there's 0. Once there's 0 in a province, then the whole province is free, but the other provinces still have to go on lockdown. Its kinda like what China did when Wuhan went on lockdown for 76 days, but went back to a modified normal.

While it is effective, it can cause lots of economic destruction which is what I'm worried about, but somehow, China and South Korea's economies took a V-Curve and are almost back to regular levels.


Yeah I would have agreed with regional lockdowns. Good luck convincing our myopic premiers to do anything though lol

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/16/20 at 3:57 pm

Tests tests tests, false/negative,,,here is what Elon Musk reported:

https://rightwingnewshour.com/whoa-elon-musk-blows-the-whistle-on-covid-testing/

I have not done one and no plans to.

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: nally on 11/16/20 at 5:11 pm

Bad news in so-Cal... several counties are moving back into the "purple" tier, meaning that many services operating indoors will have to be suspended again. :o :o :(

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: nally on 11/16/20 at 5:13 pm


I want life to go back to "normal", after a while I'm pretty sure everyone has been getting "fatigue" over these past 9 months.

We all want life to go back to normal...but it's not gonna happen for a long while, Im afraid. :( And you're right about that second part.

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/16/20 at 6:07 pm


We all want life to go back to normal...but it's not gonna happen for a long while, Im afraid. :( And you're right about that second part.


The perpetrators have done a great  job of destroying lives....This whole Virus has been dark dark dark from the day it all hit the world...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/16/20 at 6:52 pm


Yeah I would have agreed with regional lockdowns. Good luck convincing our myopic premiers to do anything though lol
Yeah. Trump, Trudeau, and other country leaders except Australia, China, South Korea, New Zealand, or a few other countries don't know how to control the virus, which is why I blame my $**tty prime Minister for the damage that would've had so much potential to be fixed. Ah well, once again, the vaccine is doing all the work, and despite Trump funded those companies like Pfizer or Moderna for the vaccine, I'm never gonna give Trump credit due to the damage and ignorance he has done in America, also partially affecting Mexico and Canada.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/16/20 at 6:52 pm


Tests tests tests, false/negative,,,here is what Elon Musk reported:

https://rightwingnewshour.com/whoa-elon-musk-blows-the-whistle-on-covid-testing/

I have not done one and no plans to.


Do you really trust "right wing news hour" to report unbiased news?  ???

He has COVID-19. His test was a false negative.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/16/20 at 6:54 pm

Whatever Trump does to fund those vaccine companies, I'm never giving Trump credit, he is such a disgrace of a president and needs to be deported for not fixing the major, global threatening problems. He deserves to be deported or jailed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/16/20 at 7:01 pm


Yeah. Trump, Trudeau, and other country leaders except Australia, China, South Korea, New Zealand, or a few other countries don't know how to control the virus, which is why I blame my $**tty prime Minister for the damage that would've had so much potential to be fixed. Ah well, once again, the vaccine is doing all the work, and despite Trump funded those companies like Pfizer or Moderna for the vaccine, I'm never gonna give Trump credit due to the damage and ignorance he has done in America, also partially affecting Mexico and Canada.


It was the scientists that found the vaccine. I salute them, f*ck politicians, they're all useless (except Jacinda Adern)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/16/20 at 7:38 pm

It's really shocking how so much of you are trusting what is being said about the warp speed vaccines....truly shocking....not thinking any of this out.  How these people can come out and tell the public 90 and 95% effective, they've had no time to know any of the effectiveness...

http://www.opensourcetruth.com/thinking-about-taking-covid-19-vax-think-again-hard/

On the UK world, believe it????  or not

https://www.naturalnews.com/2020-11-16-uk-government-posts-bid-for-ai-system-flood-of-covid-19-vaccine-injuries.html#

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 11/16/20 at 8:09 pm


Whatever Trump does to fund those vaccine companies, I'm never giving Trump credit, he is such a disgrace of a president and needs to be deported for not fixing the major, global threatening problems. He deserves to be deported or jailed.


Um, how exactly does one "deport" a United States citizen from the United States? You do understand what "deport" means, do you not? As to whether he should be "jailed" that is up to due process of the law if it is proven by said due process that a crime has been committed. We are a country of laws. People cannot be jailed simply because you do not like them. That's fascism.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/16/20 at 8:41 pm


Um, how exactly does one "deport" a United States citizen from the United States? You do understand what "deport" means, do you not? As to whether he should be "jailed" that is up to due process of the law if it is proven by said due process that a crime has been committed. We are a country of laws. People cannot be jailed simply because you do not like them. That's fascism.


He meant to say exile, lol. Send him to Saint Helena.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/16/20 at 8:47 pm


It's really shocking how so much of you are trusting what is being said about the warp speed vaccines....truly shocking....not thinking any of this out.  How these people can come out and tell the public 90 and 95% effective, they've had no time to know any of the effectiveness...

http://www.opensourcetruth.com/thinking-about-taking-covid-19-vax-think-again-hard/

On the UK world, believe it????  or not

https://www.naturalnews.com/2020-11-16-uk-government-posts-bid-for-ai-system-flood-of-covid-19-vaccine-injuries.html#


The vaccine math is actually really fascinating. Here is the one for Pfizer which I thought was easy to understand.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EmezgmAXMAMCDBT?format=jpg&name=large

20,000 people received a placebo and 20,000 received the vaccine. 86 of those who received a placebo caught the virus compared to 8 who got the vaccine.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 2:18 am


The vaccine math is actually really fascinating. Here is the one for Pfizer which I thought was easy to understand.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EmezgmAXMAMCDBT?format=jpg&name=large

20,000 people received a placebo and 20,000 received the vaccine. 86 of those who received a placebo caught the virus compared to 8 who got the vaccine.
O0

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): England after lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 2:18 am

A senior health official has suggested the regional tiered system of measures in England - explained here - may have to be "strengthened" to get the country "through the winter". Public Health England's Susan Hopkins said tier one had "very little effect" and the impact of tier two was inconsistent. Our health correspondent Nick Triggle says the discussion in government about what happens after lockdown, which ends on 2 December, is very much ongoing.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 'More people may die' as Trump transition stalls

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 3:08 am

President-elect Joe Biden has warned Donald Trump's refusal to hand over power to him in the usual way could cost lives. The government agency that handles the transition hasn't recognised the incoming administration and sensitive information and briefings haven't been given to them. Crucially, the Biden team is excluded from planning around coronavirus, and in particular, a vaccination distribution strategy. Former first lady Michelle Obama is also urging Mr Trump to step aside

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 3:09 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/800/cpsprodpb/1538A/production/_115522968_uk_card_16nov-nc.png

Subject: Here's a round-up of the main UK headlines this Tuesday:

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 6:00 am

A senior health official has suggested the regional tiered system of measures in England may have to be "strengthened" to get the country "through the winter"

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is set to announce whether the toughest Covid restrictions will be imposed in the west of Scotland

The second national lockdown is going to push sex workers "even deeper into crisis", according to a campaign group

Figures show 53 people were discharged from hospital into Welsh care homes within 15 days of a positive Covid test at the start of the pandemic

A mass Covid-19 testing trial taking place in Liverpool has found 700 people had the virus despite having no symptoms

EasyJet has reported a loss of £1.27bn – its first annual loss in its 25-year history – as the coronavirus pandemic continues to impact on the airline industry

Subject: ‘England lockdown tiers may need strengthening’

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 6:48 am

England's regional Covid tier system may need to be "strengthened" to get the country "through the winter", a senior government adviser has said.

Public Health England's Dr Susan Hopkins said they needed to look at what "tiers there may be in the future" when the lockdown ends on 2 December.

A three-tier system was used in England to tackle the spread of coronavirus before the national lockdown began on 5 November.

Speaking at the government’s evening coronavirus briefing yesterday, Dr Hopkins said the tier system had had a "different effect in each area".

"Tier three plus" had led to a reduction in cases in the North West, she said, while tier two "holds in some areas and not in others", depending on "how well individuals are taking that advice in".

However, she added: "We see very little effect from tier one and when we look at what tiers may be there in the future, we will have to think about strengthening them to get us through the winter months until the vaccine is available for everyone."

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: Howard on 11/17/20 at 7:08 am


We all want life to go back to normal...but it's not gonna happen for a long while, Im afraid. :( And you're right about that second part.


We're all tired and frustrated and can't wait for this pandemic to be over.

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: Howard on 11/17/20 at 7:09 am


The perpetrators have done a great  job of destroying lives....This whole Virus has been dark dark dark from the day it all hit the world...


It also has destroyed businesses too. :(

Subject: Coronavirus: What are Scotland's level 4 restrictions?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 7:19 am

The Scottish government is "considering closely" putting a number of councils in the west of Scotland into the toughest tier of restrictions. So, if you find yourself in level four what will you be permitted to do and not do?



https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-54962238

Subject: Nearly 2,000 weekly Covid deaths in England and Wales

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 7:42 am

A total of 1,937 deaths registered in England and Wales mentioned Covid-19 on the death certificate in the week ending November 6, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

This is an increase of 40% (558 deaths) compared to the previous week, and the highest number since the week ending 22 May.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 7:45 am


A total of 1,937 deaths registered in England and Wales mentioned Covid-19 on the death certificate in the week ending November 6, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

This is an increase of 40% (558 deaths) compared to the previous week, and the highest number since the week ending 22 May.
...and the death are rising.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/11/17/9bb0feeb-7a95-4370-847e-c66a945e4f21.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest on UK PM Boris Johnson

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 8:00 am

Having gone into self isolation are been with other policitians in a meeting, where one them showed symptoms of Covid-19. Boris Johnson has been tested negative.

Subject: Travel rules relaxed for turkey farm workers

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 8:33 am

Travel rules have been relaxed for people arriving in England to work on poultry farms to help make sure turkeys are available for Christmas dinners next month.

From today, seasonal workers from abroad can work straight away, during their 14-day quarantine. They will have to still self-isolate from the rest of the public during those two weeks.

To avoid any potential spread of coronavirus, they also have to form "cohorts", or live and work with a group of the same workers during their time in England. They will not be allowed to mix with other employees.

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said the new measures will ensure food producers can "keep up with the Christmas demand".

Industry groups had previously warned of turkey shortages without enough skilled workers to process the meat.

Subject: The 11 areas moving to level four in Scotland

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 9:26 am

There is "ground for continued and significant concern" about coronavirus in the areas moving to level four restrictions, says First Minister Nicola Sturgeon.

Those council areas are: the City of Glasgow, Renfrewshire, East Renfrewshire, East Dunbartonshire, West Dunbartonshire, North Lanarkshire, South Lanarkshire, East Ayrshire, South Ayrshire, Stirling and West Lothian.

The measures will begin on Friday, will be in place for three weeks, and are due to be lifted on 11 December.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 10:19 am


Having gone into self isolation are been with other policitians in a meeting, where one them showed symptoms of Covid-19. Boris Johnson has been tested negative.
...and is continuing to self isolate.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/17/20 at 12:09 pm

I vowed to myself that I would NOT post here for a while BUT after receiving this info on Class Action Lawsuits in the making, here is the latest.

https://degroenegeus.wordpress.com/2020/11/12/rico-brouwer-talks-to-lawyer-reiner-fullmich-about-crimes-against-humanity/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 11/17/20 at 12:11 pm


Yeah after reading about the restrictions in Victoria (Curfews, travel limits etc.) I don't think that would be legal here.

What frustrates me is the inevitability of restrictions as soon as the hospital beds fill up yet the government is dithering on placing any restrictions and just prolonging the pain. There was an interview on CBC of a gym owner who said everyone cancelled their membership (I plan on doing so as well) and she can't make the rent payment. It makes no sense to keep them open and then pretend the economy is doing well because there are no restrictions. It's the virus that's sinking the economy not the lockdowns.

Lockdowns were supposed to be temporary while other solutions were introduced - such as contact tracing. Alas, Western leaders have failed miserably on that front.

To be fair, I’d cancel my gym membership too if they were opening and closing constantly. Might as well just buy some dumbbells and workout at home.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 12:12 pm

Head of the International Olympic Committee, Thomas Bach, has said athletes will not need to be vaccinated against Covid-19 in order to take part in the Tokyo Olympics next year. The Olympics were pushed back a year due to the pandemic

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/17/20 at 12:29 pm


It also has destroyed businesses too. :(


Yes yes yes, businesses are people's lives....

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): WHO's symptoms checklist

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/20 at 1:05 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/11/17/953c16e1-89ce-4af0-821f-c49464d7ccc4.jpg

Subject: Re: Travel rules relaxed for turkey farm workers

Written By: nally on 11/17/20 at 1:51 pm


Travel rules have been relaxed for people arriving in England to work on poultry farms to help make sure turkeys are available for Christmas dinners next month.

From today, seasonal workers from abroad can work straight away, during their 14-day quarantine. They will have to still self-isolate from the rest of the public during those two weeks.

To avoid any potential spread of coronavirus, they also have to form "cohorts", or live and work with a group of the same workers during their time in England. They will not be allowed to mix with other employees.

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps said the new measures will ensure food producers can "keep up with the Christmas demand".

Industry groups had previously warned of turkey shortages without enough skilled workers to process the meat.

On a related note...we have just purchased our Thanksgiving turkey. It'll be a small one, just for the three of us (my parents & I).

For that matter, this'll be the fourth straight year with just the three of us eating TG dinner. We don't really have any other family members to invite over anyways; those we used to have over all either passed on or moved away (or have just shown no interest in coming over).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest on UK PM Boris Johnson

Written By: nally on 11/17/20 at 1:52 pm


Having gone into self isolation are been with other politicians in a meeting, where one them showed symptoms of Covid-19. Boris Johnson has been tested negative.

...and is continuing to self isolate.

Good for him. O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics

Written By: nally on 11/17/20 at 1:54 pm


Head of the International Olympic Committee, Thomas Bach, has said athletes will not need to be vaccinated against Covid-19 in order to take part in the Tokyo Olympics next year. The Olympics were pushed back a year due to the pandemic

Yes, I was wondering about the status of that... my guess is they're still on for July of '21. The athletes should all test negative before being granted participation so that they don't infect others.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/17/20 at 2:31 pm

Update on the Red Wedding, the groom is apparently in the ICU and has pneumonia. Can't say I didn't warn y'all.  :-X

I'm surprised it's as serious as it is since he's in his 30s. His friend with blood cancer who was around him tested negative thankfully, as did the bride.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/17/20 at 3:44 pm


Lockdowns were supposed to be temporary while other solutions were introduced - such as contact tracing. Alas, Western leaders have failed miserably on that front.

To be fair, I’d cancel my gym membership too if they were opening and closing constantly. Might as well just buy some dumbbells and workout at home.


We had that, and they wanted restaurants/bars shut down for 2 weeks back in September when we had 200 cases/day so they can catch up on their backlog, but our Premier dithered until the contact tracing system collapsed and here we are with 1500 cases a day.  :D

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EnCQkPKXcAMGIrJ?format=jpg&name=large

Ummm I actually got a squat rack at home I am just too lazy to cancel my gym membership.... Um what? Big boobs? Chile, anyway....  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/17/20 at 5:06 pm

Well, as I've said before I've been following Rappaport's works for some 30 yrs.

https://blog.nomorefakenews.com/2020/11/17/dont-believe-the-covid-case-numbers-its-a-scam/

Subject: Re: Travel rules relaxed for turkey farm workers

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/17/20 at 5:41 pm


On a related note...we have just purchased our Thanksgiving turkey. It'll be a small one, just for the three of us (my parents & I).

For that matter, this'll be the fourth straight year with just the three of us eating TG dinner. We don't really have any other family members to invite over anyways; those we used to have over all either passed on or moved away (or have just shown no interest in coming over).


This would be the first year since 2005 that I should be able to eat Thanksgiving dinner without having problems. And no gathering for us. My mom will probably stop over and make me a little something Thanksgiving related, when she hauls in pellets for me. But I’m getting close to where I can do it on my own.

I’m glad I got the surgery done when I did because it would be a bad time to be in a hospital now, that is if they even would do it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/17/20 at 6:37 pm

I gave up the thanksgiving meal some yrs ago..used to go to strong means for the day, but so much has changed, people die, people age, and thank goodness I had some wonderful turkey dinners in my life...  I may end up with a pizza and salad on that day....  Or my daughter will bring over some of t heir foods...

Subject: Re: Travel rules relaxed for turkey farm workers

Written By: nally on 11/17/20 at 8:57 pm


This would be the first year since 2005 that I should be able to eat Thanksgiving dinner without having problems. And no gathering for us. My mom will probably stop over and make me a little something Thanksgiving related, when she hauls in pellets for me. But I’m getting close to where I can do it on my own.

Good for you O0



I’m glad I got the surgery done when I did because it would be a bad time to be in a hospital now, that is if they even would do it.

Most definitely... :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/17/20 at 9:56 pm

https://www.thespec.com/news/hamilton-region/2020/11/17/hamilton-small-business-owner-likens-fords-mixed-messaging-to-doublespeak.html

This is what I've been saying. Doug Ford refuses to put any restrictions but also urges people to stay at home. Now businesses are suffering AND we're not slowing down the virus with these meek rules.  ::)

Oh well, I am fortunate to live in a town where a lot of people work from home/mask wearing is universal it seems, the active case count seems to be falling on its own without any restrictions. Can't say the same for all the cities surrounding me though, the virus is completely out of control in Toronto with a record 600 cases today.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/18/20 at 7:26 am


I gave up the thanksgiving meal some yrs ago..used to go to strong means for the day, but so much has changed, people die, people age, and thank goodness I had some wonderful turkey dinners in my life...  I may end up with a pizza and salad on that day....  Or my daughter will bring over some of t heir foods...


When was the last time you had a nice Thanksgiving meal with your family?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/18/20 at 12:00 pm

My family is small, daughter and 2 grandkids and the last time I actually was able to go to their apt and sit down to their meal and that was probably 5 yrs ago....since then my knee is so damaged I can't go there.

My big family of mom and sister etc, I was forever going back to PA, CT, NJ for that holiday and that was during my 40's and 50's....mom/dad are gone and sister died and I can't imagine ever going to an airport again.....

Enjoy.....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/18/20 at 12:02 pm

Trudeau and  Biden  (if the photo is for real)

https://trendingrightwing.com/justin-trudeau-spills-the-beans-about-covid/?utm_medium=Onesignal&utm_source=Webpush&utm_campaign=TRW

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/18/20 at 12:18 pm


Trudeau and  Biden  (if the photo is for real)

https://trendingrightwing.com/justin-trudeau-spills-the-beans-about-covid/?utm_medium=Onesignal&utm_source=Webpush&utm_campaign=TRW


You shouldn't believe everything you read online. By "great reset" he means a more equitable society, not a New World Order. Didn't you say something about not living in fear?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 11/18/20 at 12:51 pm


You shouldn't believe everything you read online. By "great reset" he means a more equitable society, not a New World Order. Didn't you say something about not living in fear?  ???


You gotta admit, that "great reset" line sounds pretty spooky.  :o  :D

Beneath the pyramid and all-seeing eye on the back of the United States $1 bill is the motto "Novus ordo seclorum". Translated from the Latin it means ""New Order of the ages".  The motto above the all-seeing eye "Annuit Cœptis" means "He (God) has favored our undertakings".

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0e/Great_Seal_of_United_States.jpg/330px-Great_Seal_of_United_States.jpg





Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/18/20 at 12:56 pm


You shouldn't believe everything you read online. By "great reset" he means a more equitable society, not a New World Order. Didn't you say something about not living in fear?  ???


I'm posting it, did not say I believe it all, who the H knows what is being planned.....I live in this world and have no plans to live off the grid and by myself.....

Isn't Trudeau your guy running things up there, and Biden will be running things down here...if that takes place....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/18/20 at 1:51 pm


You gotta admit, that "great reset" line sounds pretty spooky.  :o  :D

Beneath the pyramid and all-seeing eye on the back of the United States $1 bill is the motto "Novus ordo seclorum". Translated from the Latin it means ""New Order of the ages".  The motto above the all-seeing eye "Annuit Cœptis" means "He (God) has favored our undertakings".

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0e/Great_Seal_of_United_States.jpg/330px-Great_Seal_of_United_States.jpg


Maybe because I'm used to him talking about a "new society" and a "new economy" since he got elected in 2015. It didn't sound ominous to me.


I don't speak Classical Latin but I do speak a vulgarized and corrupt version of it (French, lol) and if I had to guess, "novus ordo seclorum" ("nouvel ordre de siècle") just means "beginning of a new era" or a new way of doing things, which describes the US in 1776 perfectly. "Annuit Coeptis" is completely foreign to me though (surprise), you can burn that money or give it to me, I will handle it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/18/20 at 2:24 pm


My family is small, daughter and 2 grandkids and the last time I actually was able to go to their apt and sit down to their meal and that was probably 5 yrs ago....since then my knee is so damaged I can't go there.

My big family of mom and sister etc, I was forever going back to PA, CT, NJ for that holiday and that was during my 40's and 50's....mom/dad are gone and sister died and I can't imagine ever going to an airport again.....

Enjoy.....


Sorry to hear about that family tragedy.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/18/20 at 2:31 pm

Thanks Howard, no tragedy, people leave this earth all the time.    We are so attached to things and people etc and so many have hard hard times when they are gone.  I've been thru some struggles, but it all passes....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/18/20 at 3:14 pm


Thanks Howard, no tragedy, people leave this earth all the time.    We are so attached to things and people etc and so many have hard hard times when they are gone.  I've been thru some struggles, but it all passes....


My Family had a hard time when after My Brother passed away in his sleep from a diabetic coma 25 years ago. :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/18/20 at 3:17 pm


Maybe because I'm used to him talking about a "new society" and a "new economy" since he got elected in 2015. It didn't sound ominous to me.


I don't speak Classical Latin but I do speak a vulgarized and corrupt version of it (French, lol) and if I had to guess, "novus ordo seclorum" ("nouvel ordre de siècle") just means "beginning of a new era" or a new way of doing things, which describes the US in 1776 perfectly. "Annuit Coeptis" is completely foreign to me though (surprise), you can burn that money or give it to me, I will handle it.


My son is studying Classics at uni (that is Latin and Greek). He said that Novus Ordo Seclorum translates as a new order of the ages and Annuit Coeptis is he (or it) favours the beginnings. The he could be God.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/18/20 at 3:33 pm


My son is studying Classics at uni (that is Latin and Greek). He said that Novus Ordo Seclorum translates as a new order of the ages and Annuit Coeptis is he (or it) favours the beginnings. The he could be God.


I think the "new order" and "of the ages" part is getting lost in translation to English. Anyway, it's not related to the NWO lol. In French "nouvel ordre" is still a very common phrase, à la "Limiter vos rassemblements intérieurs jusqu'à nouvel ordre"-- limit your indoor gatherings until THE NEW WORLD ORDER the rules change"

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 11/18/20 at 3:37 pm


I think the "new order" and "of the ages" part is getting lost in translation to English. Anyway, it's not related to the NWO lol. In French "nouvel ordre" is still a very common phrase, à la "Limiter vos rassemblements intérieurs jusqu'à nouvel ordre"-- limit your indoor gatherings until THE NEW WORLD ORDER the rules change"


I wouldn't be so quick to say it isn't related to today's New World Order. There's all kinds of books and info out thereabout the Masonic (among other things) origins of the design of the dollar bill, etc, etc. I know, cue "Twilight Zone" music, but there just might be something to it.  :o  :D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/18/20 at 3:51 pm


My Family had a hard time when after My Brother passed away in his sleep from a diabetic coma 25 years ago. :\'(


Got a hard one, my little 5 yr old nephew was killed riding his christmas bike,  his 8 yr old brother saw it happen.  It all destroyed his parents life and marriage and this little boy would be 40 or so today, talk about never having a chance .... 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/18/20 at 3:59 pm


I wouldn't be so quick to say it isn't related to today's New World Order. There's all kinds of books and info out thereabout the Masonic (among other things) origins of the design of the dollar bill, etc, etc. I know, cue "Twilight Zone" music, but there just might be something to it.  :o  :D


My friend's cousin is a huge conspiracy theorist. He shows me all kinds of videos on YouTube. I don't believe in any of it like he does but it is entertaining to watch. He told about NWO when I was 15 but last I met him his obsession has been with Pizzagate. I'm just waiting for the pandemic to end, I'm relying on him to tell me about QAnon lol.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/18/20 at 4:29 pm


My friend's cousin is a huge conspiracy theorist. He shows me all kinds of videos on YouTube. I don't believe in any of it like he does but it is entertaining to watch. He told about NWO when I was 15 but last I met him his obsession has been with Pizzagate. I'm just waiting for the pandemic to end, I'm relying on him to tell me about QAnon lol.


Your cousin and I would get along grandly...Talked to my long long time friend in Oregon yesterday and I met her at a lecture given by Jon Rappaport on the Oklahoma city bombing  disaster and he lectured at Deep River books....deep deep stuff....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/18/20 at 6:11 pm


Your cousin and I would get along grandly...Talked to my long long time friend in Oregon yesterday and I met her at a lecture given by Jon Rappaport on the Oklahoma city bombing  disaster and he lectured at Deep River books....deep deep stuff....


I find conspiracy theories interesting for the opposite reasons. I just like seeing the fallacies people commit and the different ways to manipulate people. Some conspiracy theories are more interesting than others. Some like lizard people and flat earth are hilarious.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/18/20 at 6:40 pm


I find conspiracy theories interesting for the opposite reasons. I just like seeing the fallacies people commit and the different ways to manipulate people. Some conspiracy theories are more interesting than others. Some like lizard people and flat earth are hilarious.


Everyone has their take on so much....and more and more question it all.  I don't find it funny at all.

Wonder if your cousin read this yet?  ummm  These speeded up vaccines...

https://www.naturalnews.com/2020-11-18-why-pfizer-coronavirus-vaccine-requires-storage-at-70c.html#

Is the above laughable?   

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/18/20 at 7:21 pm


Everyone has their take on so much....and more and more question it all.  I don't find it funny at all.

Wonder if your cousin read this yet?  ummm  These speeded up vaccines...

https://www.naturalnews.com/2020-11-18-why-pfizer-coronavirus-vaccine-requires-storage-at-70c.html#

Is the above laughable? 


Polyethylene Glycol is what’s in Miralax. I’ve been instructed to use it since my surgery to keep my bowels working. For me it’s been pretty harmless. But I read reviews on it and many people have had serious reactions to it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/18/20 at 8:46 pm


Polyethylene Glycol is what’s in Miralax. I’ve been instructed to use it since my surgery to keep my bowels working. For me it’s been pretty harmless. But I read reviews on it and many people have had serious reactions to it.


Good ole pharma and the PEG, Miralax, I've had a stint with Miralax and as far as I'm concerned good ole magnesium works better to keep things moving.....Pharma and their $$$$ drugs... How dare they use something more "natural" to our bodies makeup....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/18/20 at 10:08 pm


Everyone has their take on so much....and more and more question it all.  I don't find it funny at all.

Wonder if your cousin read this yet?  ummm  These speeded up vaccines...

https://www.naturalnews.com/2020-11-18-why-pfizer-coronavirus-vaccine-requires-storage-at-70c.html#

Is the above laughable? 


Yes, I read about this (from a more credible source that didn't mention Planned Parenthood "baby chop shops"). The Pfizer and Moderna vaccines use a novel approach to immunization that requires an mRNA incased in a lipid capsule. It is injected into your body and promptly invades one of your cells to produce copies of it. The mRNA contains instructions to produce the same spike protein as COVID-19, and your body generates antibodies that correspond to it to fight it off. Then when COVID-19 enters your body for real your immune system has the right antibodies to fight off. It is ready cool (literally), because it is just one mRNA particle and it needs to be kept at freezing temperatures to keep it stable and from decomposing.

Anyway we have trials for a reason and if there are negative side effects we will know. If you don't trust mRNA vaccines well I've got good news for you...

https://www.economist.com/img/b/1280/674/90/sites/default/files/20201114_FBC927_0.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/18/20 at 10:20 pm

Yeah, lots of quick trials and not even starting with animals, right to the humans...and if people start getting a lot of reactions or even end up dead, they'll call it covid related....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/18/20 at 10:25 pm

Anyway the US had almost 2,000 deaths today, and Europe over 5,000  :o

Canada also recorded 100 deaths, 32 of which were in Ontario. >:(

Around 11,000 deaths were reported globally yesterday which breaks the 10,500 record from yesterday.

My two favourite countries (Japan, South Korea) are also entered their third wave of infections. I hope like the first two it doesn't amount to much. I need SOME hope that not all humanity is garbage.  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/18/20 at 10:26 pm


Yeah, lots of quick trials and not even starting with animals, right to the humans...and if people start getting a lot of reactions or even end up dead, they'll call it covid related....


Idk a Google search quickly disproved that https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/28/health/coronavirus-moderna-vaccine-monkeys.html

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 12:35 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/800/cpsprodpb/1344D/production/_115552987_uk_card_18nov-nc.png

Subject: Coronavirus: Five signs that show how bad El Paso's outbreak is

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 12:46 am

The US had just over nine million Covid-19 cases when November began - now, just weeks later, the country is topping 11 million. And one west Texas county has emerged as the latest American epicentre.

Right on the border with Mexico, El Paso in Texas is known for its desert landscape, military complexes and plentiful sunshine. Now, it's making a name as one of the worst hit regions in the nation.

Covid-19 patients account for more than half of all hospital admissions in the county of El Paso, and the case count continues to trend upwards.

Here are five symptoms of the unfolding crisis.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54966876

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/19/20 at 12:54 am


Idk a Google search quickly disproved that https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/28/health/coronavirus-moderna-vaccine-monkeys.html


Forgett it. She just wants to believe and no amount of evidence will be enough to make her think otherwise.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 12:58 am


Forgett it. She just wants to believe and no amount of evidence will be enough to make her think otherwise.
Over the last few days I heard the strangest of conspiracies regarding the potential vaccine, I do not believe them, and do not wish to discuss them here.

Subject: Covid: Oxford vaccine shows 'encouraging' immune response in older adults

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 1:12 am

The Oxford coronavirus vaccine shows a strong immune response in adults in their 60s and 70s, raising hopes that it can protect age groups most at risk of illness from the virus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-54993652

Subject: In an open letter, more than 200 Facebook workers from around the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 5:51 am

In an open letter, more than 200 Facebook workers from around the world have accused the firm of forcing its content moderators back to the office despite the risks of contracting coronavirus.

Subject: US records a quarter of a million deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 5:52 am

More than 250,000 Americans have now died with coronavirus, making it the highest death toll anywhere in the world. The country has now reported 250,029 deaths and nearly 11.5 million cases, according to Johns Hopkins University. In El Paso, Texas, prison inmates have been recruited to move bodies for $2 (£1.50) an hour at mobile morgues as the hard-hit state struggles to cope with the surge in deaths.

That milestone has been reached as the overall situation in the US appears bleak.

Infections are soaring as the virus hits all parts of the country with Thanksgiving - traditionally a large family get-together - looming around the corner.

Case numbers have been hitting new daily highs in the past week. The top US infectious diseases expert, Dr Anthony Fauci, told the BBC that the country was "going in the wrong direction at a very precarious time", with people more likely to gather inside as the weather gets colder.

From Thursday New York City will close its schools - the largest school system in the US. Some states are introducing new restrictions, including Minnesota and Kentucky which on Wednesday ordered all restaurants and bars to temporarily stop indoor eating.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-54995655

Subject: Coronavirus: Christmas socialising poses 'substantial risks' - scientist

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 5:54 am

Mixing households at Christmas could pose "substantial risks", particularly for older people more vulnerable to coronavirus, a scientist advising the government has warned.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54998436

Subject: What’s happening across Europe?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 5:55 am

Italy was the first country hit during Europe’s initial Covid wave and it’s seen another 753 deaths in the 24 hours to last night. The eastern region of Abruzzo has decided to become a “red zone”, joining seven other areas with maximum restrictions.

Austria’s nursing homes have been badly affected by the second wave of the pandemic. In the 40 days up to 12 November, 323 deaths have been recorded – more than half of the country’s 607 fatalities in that time.

Strict Covid measures in the Netherlands that came into force two weeks ago have been relaxed, so museums and swimming pools are reopening today and up to 100 people can now attend funerals.

Cases in Germany have gone up 22,609 in the past 24 hours, close to last week’s peak. The RKI public health agency has appealed to Germans to follow hygiene and distancing measures.

Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo has warned of a Christmas like no other before it. “The last thing we want is a Christmas wave – if we’re not careful at Christmas we’ll endure the consequences three or four weeks later,” he says.

Subject: Samoa records first coronavirus case

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 7:07 am

The number of places with the precious status of being untouched by coronavirus has just dwindled further.

The island nation of Samoa in the South Pacific Ocean has recorded its first positive test result for Covid-19.

The country's 200,000 people have been urged to remain calm in a TV address by Prime Minister Tuilaepa Sailele Malielegaoi.

It's thought that the case came from a sailor who flew to the island from New Zealand on Friday.

After four days, a second test showed a negative result.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/19/20 at 7:38 am


Got a hard one, my little 5 yr old nephew was killed riding his christmas bike,  his 8 yr old brother saw it happen.  It all destroyed his parents life and marriage and this little boy would be 40 or so today, talk about never having a chance ....


Sorry to hear about that. :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/19/20 at 7:42 am

New York City
Total cases
292K
+1,735


Deaths
24,149

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): US outbreak in graohics

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 7:48 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/11/19/b49b5c2d-b29a-470b-898f-e34007451e30.png

The US is currently seeing a serious wave of infections hitting all areas of the country. But the cases per million people are highest in the Midwestern states, as this map by our colleagues in the Visual Journalism team shows.

North Dakota and South Dakota recorded the highest cases according to population size and many hospitals in the states say they are dangerously close to running out of beds and staff to treat patients.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/11/19/dfa41d37-de7f-4cbc-9b23-fd6717de3423.png

This wave comes after other large outbreaks in the spring and summer, although different parts of the country have been affected at different times. The current new case numbers appear to be much higher than in the spring, however mass testing was not available then.

While deaths have not reached the peaks they did earlier in the year, they are creeping up once again.

Subject: Good News: Mink virus strain in Denmark 'most likely' extinct

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 9:15 am

A mutated form of coronavirus that led to orders to mass cull mink in Denmark is "most likely" extinct, according to the country's health ministry. The identification of the new strain had caused panic that it could compromise new vaccines.

Earlier this month, the Danish government drafted in the army to assist with the culling of 17 million farmed mink. But the order was found to be illegal, as it should have only applied in areas where the virus had been detected.

On Wednesday the agriculture minister resigned over his role in the decision. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, who has apologised publicly, is also facing calls from the opposition to resign over the cull.

The country is now lifting restrictions in northern Denmark where the infected mink were found. Restaurants and cafes will re-open from Friday and people will be able to travel to other regions.

Subject: Why is South Australia in strict lockdown?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 9:16 am

An outbreak in South Australia has raised concerns about a strain of coronavirus which officials warn has caused people to rapidly fall ill. State Premier Steven Marshall described it as “particularly sneaky" and a sudden, six-day strict lockdown has been imposed.

Scientific experts agree the outbreak must be taken seriously, and measures should include extensive contract tracing and testing people with and without symptoms.

A new strain would suggest a significant shift in the genetics of the virus that in turn makes it behave differently – for example making it more or less infectious.

But Australian scientists say there is limited evidence to support this and it is important not to be overly speculative. Professor Nigel McMillan, at Griffith University, says there is no genetic data available that the scientific community would need to verify the claim.

He says it is more likely that the cluster of cases are down to a superspreader event, where a large number of people have caught the disease.

Professor Ian Mackay, at The University of Queensland, agreed it was still early days and more evidence was needed.

Subject: Cineworld eyes UK cinema closures and rescue deal

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 9:21 am

Cineworld is looking to arrange a rescue deal that could mean UK cinema closures, the BBC understands.

One option being discussed with bank lenders is a company voluntary arrangement, an insolvency process that could help Cineworld cut its rent bill.

According to the Financial Times, which first reported the news, Cineworld has appointed restructuring experts AlixPartners.

Like other cinema chains, Cineworld has been hit hard by the lockdown.

The company reported a huge loss for the first six months of the year after it was forced to temporarily close some cinemas, and movie studios delayed the release of some blockbusters.

The cinema giant warned in September that it might need to raise more money in the event of further coronavirus restrictions or film delays due to Covid-19.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-55001718

Subject: Case rates fall for most ages but rise for over 70s in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 10:54 am

Covid-19 case rates in England have fallen for most adult age groups, but they are still rising among those over 70, Public Health England says.

Its latest weekly report compares figures in the week ending 15 November with the previous week.

It shows that the highest rate is still among 20 to 29 year-olds (362.1 cases per 100,000 people, down from 389.9).

Rates have also dropped among those in their 30s, 40s, 50s and 60s.

But they have risen among 70 to 79-year olds (from 146.1 to 147.5), and those aged 80 and over (from 235.5 to 245.3)

The rate has also increased for 10-19 year-olds, from 232.8 to 257.4.

Subject: Covid was the third leading cause of death in October

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 10:56 am

After dementia/Alzheimer’s disease and heart disease, Covid-19 caused the third most deaths in England and Wales in October, according to figures published today by the Office for National Statistics.

In September, Covid-19 was the 19th-leading cause of death in England and 24th in Wales.

But a sharp rise, from 600 to 3,200 deaths in a month, now mean that it caused more deaths in October than illnesses like strokes, lung or colon cancers and pneumonia.

The total number of deaths in England and Wales is slightly higher than would be expected for an average October, driven largely by the Covid-19 deaths.

Most of those other causes for death, including ischaemic heart disease, are actually running slightly below the average levels seen in the last five years.

Subject: Despite pandemic, the White House will pardon turkeys for Thanksgiving

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 11:26 am

The pandemic has up-ended all manner of celebrations and turned our holidays into muted affairs, but in the US, one festive tradition will go on.

The White House has said the annual presidential pardoning of a turkey before Thanksgiving will happen this year.

The ritual spares a turkey from being served on a Thanksgiving dinner table, and the birds usually spend the rest of their days on a farm or even Disneyland in Florida. It falls to voters to choose to pardon one of two turkeys, although both birds tend to be spared in the end.

White House officials say social distancing will be practised at the event next week and people will be asked to wear face masks.

The chosen birds were raised in Iowa and next week will board a train to Washington DC where they will stay in a hotel before making their way to the White House.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cases still rising in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 11:27 am

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Further 501 coronavirus deaths in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 11:29 am

A further 501 people have died within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test in the UK, the Department of Health has confirmed.

It takes the total number of people who have died by that measure since the pandemic began to 53,775.

There have also been a further 22,915 people who have tested positive for the virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/19/20 at 11:46 am

20 more ICU beds are being used up in Ontario to treat COVID-19 patients, meaning we surpassed the critical threshold of 150 for elective and diagnostic surgeries to start getting cancelled.

I just checked and in my city there is currently no one with COVID-19 in the ICU, so I wonder how this is going to work. I'm guessing hospitals in Toronto and other hotspots will send their excess patients here.

My city in general seems to be handling this really well. We had 180 active cases last week and now we're down to 130. I wonder what's going on with the rest of Ontario. I don't want to sound racist but I think because my city has a large East Asian population we have a higher mask wearing compliance than other places. Keep your masks on, people!

Subject: Re: Despite pandemic, the White House will pardon turkeys for Thanksgiving

Written By: nally on 11/19/20 at 11:57 am


The pandemic has up-ended all manner of celebrations and turned our holidays into muted affairs, but in the US, one festive tradition will go on.

The White House has said the annual presidential pardoning of a turkey before Thanksgiving will happen this year.

The ritual spares a turkey from being served on a Thanksgiving dinner table, and the birds usually spend the rest of their days on a farm or even Disneyworld in Florida. It falls to voters to choose to pardon one of two turkeys, although both birds tend to be spared in the end.

White House officials say social distancing will be practised at the event next week and people will be asked to wear face masks.

The chosen birds were raised in Iowa and next week will board a train to Washington DC where they will stay in a hotel before making their way to the White House.

Interesting...

Subject: New York City closes its public schools

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 12:32 pm

New York City's entire public school system closed its doors on Thursday, a shutdown automatically triggered by the city reaching a 3% test positivity rate - meaning that for every 1,000 New Yorkers tested, 30 were positive for Covid-19.

The city's students had been back to school for in-person learning for less than eight weeks. With 1.1 million students and 1,800 schools, New York boasts the largest public school system in the US.

"Today is a tough day, but this is a temporary situation," Mayor Bill de Blasio said on Wednesday, announcing the closure.

New York - once the national epicentre of the coronavirus crisis - began its phased reopening this summer, after a brutal battle with the virus in spring.

Now, with cases rising once again, the city appears headed back towards tightened restrictions. Both de Blasio and New York Governor Andrew Cuomo have indicated that places like restaurants and gyms may soon face closure.

The New York City closures comes as the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) warns of "dire and growing” consequences for children, as the pandemic continues on into another year.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 1:20 pm

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Subject: Re: Despite pandemic, the White House will pardon turkeys for Thanksgiving

Written By: Howard on 11/19/20 at 2:12 pm


The pandemic has up-ended all manner of celebrations and turned our holidays into muted affairs, but in the US, one festive tradition will go on.

The White House has said the annual presidential pardoning of a turkey before Thanksgiving will happen this year.

The ritual spares a turkey from being served on a Thanksgiving dinner table, and the birds usually spend the rest of their days on a farm or even Disneyland in Florida. It falls to voters to choose to pardon one of two turkeys, although both birds tend to be spared in the end.

White House officials say social distancing will be practised at the event next week and people will be asked to wear face masks.

The chosen birds were raised in Iowa and next week will board a train to Washington DC where they will stay in a hotel before making their way to the White House.

It's sad but avoiding holiday traditions will have to be put off for one year and hopefully by Thanksgiving 2021 maybe we can resume.

Subject: Re: Despite pandemic, the White House will pardon turkeys for Thanksgiving

Written By: 2001 on 11/19/20 at 5:08 pm


It's sad but avoiding holiday traditions will have to be put off for one year and hopefully by Thanksgiving 2021 maybe we can resume.


It's going to be a Red Christmas in North America. Some parts of Europe might still avoid the worst depending on how their lockdowns go.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 5:10 pm


It's going to be a Red Christmas in North America. Some parts of Europe might still avoid the worst depending on how their lockdowns go.
I can see as Christmas within my family bubble.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/19/20 at 6:15 pm

It's not the end of the world to keep things quiet and de-stressed...

Subject: Re: Despite pandemic, the White House will pardon turkeys for Thanksgiving

Written By: nally on 11/19/20 at 6:21 pm


It's going to be a Red Christmas in North America. Some parts of Europe might still avoid the worst depending on how their lockdowns go.

I can see as Christmas within my family bubble.

I don't have much of a family bubble...but I'm sure it's going to be just my parents and I.

Churches might not even have any nighttime Christmas services, the way things look. My parents work for a church (they do music for services) so they're planning some music just in case there is a service of some sort.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/19/20 at 6:23 pm


Churches might not even have any nighttime Christmas services, the way things look. My parents work for a church (they do music for services) so they're planning some music just in case there is a service of some sort.
Churches are only open for a short time per day for private prayer, but are live streaming services.

Subject: Re: Despite pandemic, the White House will pardon turkeys for Thanksgiving

Written By: nally on 11/19/20 at 6:28 pm


Churches are only open for a short time per day for private prayer, but are live streaming services.

That's how it is here, too. In fact, for the past eight months the one we go to has been live streaming services, on Facebook.

From mid-March through the end of May, it was an empty church - that is, no patrons; just clergy and musicians. That's how it's going to be starting again this weekend. (From June into mid-July, patrons could start coming again, but only if they registered through the website, and a limited number of them. Then "outdoor" services began; and patrons needed to still register in order to attend; and then on the 1st of November they started indoor services again, but now that all counties of southern California have moved back to the "most restrictive" tier, indoor services with assembly are once again suspended.)

Subject: Re: Despite pandemic, the White House will pardon turkeys for Thanksgiving

Written By: Howard on 11/20/20 at 7:46 am


It's going to be a Red Christmas in North America. Some parts of Europe might still avoid the worst depending on how their lockdowns go.


What will you be doing for your Thanksgiving? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/20/20 at 9:00 am

Over 2,000 deaths in the US yesterday. It's almost as bad as March/April now. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/20/20 at 10:15 am

They released infection rate by postal (ZIP) code in Ontario today and mine was on the lower side.  8)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/20/20 at 12:15 pm

Keep believing all the deaths and cases numbers and you are driving yourself NUTS....I don't believe 1/2 of what they tell the people.....it's all so deep and dark and full of lies lies lies....fear sells and keeps the broadcasters in business..

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/20/20 at 1:57 pm


Over 2,000 deaths in the US yesterday. It's almost as bad as March/April now. :o


Man, I hope they don't start closing the barbers again I mean who cares anyway I already got my haircut just the other day so who knows if they'll close them again?  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/20/20 at 1:59 pm


Keep believing all the deaths and cases numbers and you are driving yourself NUTS....I don't believe 1/2 of what they tell the people.....it's all so deep and dark and full of lies lies lies....fear sells and keeps the broadcasters in business..


So what do you want to believe? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/20/20 at 2:34 pm

Oh  Howard, I questioned it all since the day "they" turned the Covid19 switch on and turned the world upside down.....    I get so much info from so many sources and I sort it out for my life and what I choose to believe on it all. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/20/20 at 2:41 pm


Keep believing all the deaths and cases numbers and you are driving yourself NUTS....I don't believe 1/2 of what they tell the people.....it's all so deep and dark and full of lies lies lies....fear sells and keeps the broadcasters in business..


I don't watch broadcast news.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/20/20 at 6:14 pm

Our fear mongering Gov Newsome (CA) has not been on the radio for a couple days since being hung out by speeches by Tom McClintock, congressman from Sacramento...on Newsome's antics at French Laundry restaurant with his buddies last week,,,,no masks, indoors, drinking, having fun and telling the CA people to mask and lockdown and stay  home....millions are hearing McClintock's words and loving his truthfulness ....  Newsome is in  hiding right now.....

McClintock and all the radio guys, continue to say. we are being treated like children and are all adults and NEED to make their own decisions on what to do or not......  this stuff has gone on far too too long and if we don't stop it in our ways, it just continues and people continue to suffer ....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/20/20 at 6:31 pm

My daughter and I were talking last  night about where all these reported dead bodies are going, in the ground, cremation or what....

And how many have supposedly died had  horrible chronic health conditions to begin with  ...maybe 4-6% of the deaths are Covid only, maybe   

And again to believe them ??????

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/20/20 at 7:52 pm


My daughter and I were talking last  night about where all these reported dead bodies are going, in the ground, cremation or what....

And how many have supposedly died had  horrible chronic health conditions to begin with  ...maybe 4-6% of the deaths are Covid only, maybe   

And again to believe them ??????


Morgues and gravediggers are overrun if you've talked to them.

Just because someone has chronic health issues doesn't mean they were going to die soon. If the people were going to die anyway we would not see any excess deaths compared to previous years, but we do.

https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/2020/07/15/tracking-covid-19-excess-deaths-across-countries

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/20/20 at 8:11 pm


Morgues and gravediggers are overrun if you've talked to them.

Just because someone has chronic health issues doesn't mean they were going to die soon. If the people were going to die anyway we would not see any excess deaths compared to previous years, but we do.

https://www.economist.com/graphic-detail/2020/07/15/tracking-covid-19-excess-deaths-across-countries


Maybe not die soon, but any bad cold or bad flu could push them over, and probably many were smokers hence the breathing issues...worsened...

And ground space for all these bodies, I don't  know....and those who still choose caskets, the casket makers gotta be overloaded...


And I have NOT conversed with morgues and gravediggers, SP, have you... 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/20/20 at 8:42 pm

Another worthless idea from CA gov...curfew from 10PM to 5AM for much of CA....he's running out of "what to do" and so I guess he believes the virus is more active from 10PM to 5AM.  Heard some law officials on my radio and they said "they will NOT be doing any enforcing"......they believe Newsome is grasping.

https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/13247943/california-curfew-purple-counties-covid-cases-soar/ 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/20/20 at 9:51 pm


Maybe not die soon, but any bad cold or bad flu could push them over, and probably many were smokers hence the breathing issues...worsened...

And ground space for all these bodies, I don't  know....and those who still choose caskets, the casket makers gotta be overloaded...


And I have NOT conversed with morgues and gravediggers, SP, have you...


Smokers are actually less likely to catch it. It's been theorized that smoking depresses ACE2 production, the receptor which the virus latches onto to invade a human cell. https://www.news-medical.net/news/20201014/Exploring-the-effects-of-smoking-tobacco-on-COVID-19-risk.aspx

Colds are not deadly. COVID-19 is evidently a lot more deadly than seasonal flu. Just because someone has chronic health problems doesn't mean they were going to drop dead in next 10 minutes, people live for decades with chronic health problems.

These are from early in the pandemic

https://www.space.com/iran-coronavirus-graves-satellite-images.html
https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-52241221

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/20/20 at 10:36 pm

Well could be a lot of deaths could have been prevented IF people were taking some of preventions I've mentioned for months, Vit C, Vit D, Zinc and Grape Seed Extract --- still never hear of these kind of preventions on any mainstream media...  Sad... we can prevent so much I believe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/20/20 at 10:54 pm


Well could be a lot of deaths could have been prevented IF people were taking some of preventions I've mentioned for months, Vit C, Vit D, Zinc and Grape Seed Extract --- still never hear of these kind of preventions on any mainstream media...  Sad... we can prevent so much I believe.


Probably because they're not proven to do anything yet. It's a new disease. Best way to prevent death is to not catch it in the first place.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/20/20 at 11:30 pm

The madman did it  :o

The City of Toronto and one of its suburbs (Peel) will be going into lockdown starting on Monday. All restaurants, bars and non-essential retail will close, and there will be capacity limits at the grocery store meaning you will have to line up.

My region escaped lockdown by a hair it seems. "Coincidentally" a local high-traffic mall is giving away 10% off gift cards. That's not suspicious. ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/20/20 at 11:40 pm


Another worthless idea from CA gov...curfew from 10PM to 5AM for much of CA....he's running out of "what to do" and so I guess he believes the virus is more active from 10PM to 5AM.  Heard some law officials on my radio and they said "they will NOT be doing any enforcing"......they believe Newsome is grasping.

https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/13247943/california-curfew-purple-counties-covid-cases-soar/


I think this would have been more useful than closing restaurant/bars in Peel Region, Ontario. Over there most infections come from weddings such as the one my mother went to, and other private social gatherings. If you say no one can be outside after 10PM those events are a lot less likely to take place, and the rule would have a minimal impact on the economy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/21/20 at 7:49 am


Oh  Howard, I questioned it all since the day "they" turned the Covid19 switch on and turned the world upside down.....    I get so much info from so many sources and I sort it out for my life and what I choose to believe on it all.


And they call it "scare tactics".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/21/20 at 7:50 am


I don't watch broadcast news.


I watch a lot of broadcast news.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/21/20 at 7:52 am


Maybe not die soon, but any bad cold or bad flu could push them over, and probably many were smokers hence the breathing issues...worsened...

And ground space for all these bodies, I don't  know....and those who still choose caskets, the casket makers gotta be overloaded...


And I have NOT conversed with morgues and gravediggers, SP, have you...


And many people can die from pneumonia.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/21/20 at 7:58 am


Well could be a lot of deaths could have been prevented IF people were taking some of preventions I've mentioned for months, Vit C, Vit D, Zinc and Grape Seed Extract --- still never hear of these kind of preventions on any mainstream media...  Sad... we can prevent so much I believe.



It started in Wuhan, China.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/21/20 at 9:29 am


Keep believing all the deaths and cases numbers and you are driving yourself NUTS....I don't believe 1/2 of what they tell the people.....it's all so deep and dark and full of lies lies lies....fear sells and keeps the broadcasters in business..


What do governments gain from lying about coronavirus? So far as I can see all they’ve gained is a lot of dead bodies and a lot of bills.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/21/20 at 9:40 am


Well could be a lot of deaths could have been prevented IF people were taking some of preventions I've mentioned for months, Vit C, Vit D, Zinc and Grape Seed Extract --- still never hear of these kind of preventions on any mainstream media...  Sad... we can prevent so much I believe.


Taking extra vitamin D was proposed early on but there is insufficient evidence to show any link between vitamin D and preventing or reducing the symptoms of COVID.

In the U.K. it is recommended to take supplements in the winter as you may not get enough sunlight to make the amount your body requires.

You should be able to get enough vitamin C and zinc from a varied diet. Taking too much vitamin C (more 1000mg a day) leads to stomach pain, diarrhoea and flatulence. High doses of zinc in your diet reduces the body’s ability to absorb copper resulting in anaemia and bone loss.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/21/20 at 10:19 am


What do governments gain from lying about coronavirus? So far as I can see all they’ve gained is a lot of dead bodies and a lot of bills.
It's a CONSPIRACY! Probably by BIG pharma and BIG government. They have the power to bribe every government worldwide, regardless of political system, to enforce lock downs to send their economies crashing so that the pharma guys can make a few billions from the hoax vaccine at the cost of trillions and more (the vaccine will make you autistic by the way). They also want to take our rights away (again regardless of country you're living in or political system)! They ALL want that! All the other big industry and money players are standing by and watch it unfold without interfering of course as they have nothing to lose except a few trillions...(and no one of the political cast worries about being reelected as they will ALL turn their countries to BIG pharma and BIG government DICTATORSHIPS within a few months anyway). Even every single journalist on the planet has been bought off or threatened by death to write nonsense about the virus and the so called death toll so that the true intentions of BIG Pharma and BIG government (which one of the hundreds of the world remains to be seen) stay hidden. They are also buying or pressuring hundreds of thousands of families into lying about their deceased relatives. It all makes sense you see! Just open your eyes and stop being a blind believer of fac...er wrong information.
/sarcasm

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/21/20 at 10:23 am


It's a CONSPIRACY! Probably by BIG pharma and BIG government. They have the power to bribe every government worldwide, regardless of political system, to enforce lock downs to send their economies crashing so that the pharma guys can make a few billions from the hoax vaccine at the cost of trillions and more (the vaccine will make you autistic by the way). They also want to take our rights away (again regardless of country you're living in or political system)! They ALL want that! All the other big industry and money players are standing by and watch it unfold without interfering of course as they have nothing to lose except a few trillions...(and no one of the political cast worries about being reelected as they will ALL turn their countries to BIG pharma and BIG government DICTATORSHIPS within a few months anyway). Even every single journalist on the planet has been bought off or threatened by death to write nonsense about the virus so that the true intentions of BIG Pharma and BIG government (which one of the hundreds of the world remains to be seen) stay hidden. They are also buying or pressuring hundreds of thousands of families into lying about their deceased relatives. It all makes sense you see! Just open your eyes and stop being a blind believer of fac...er wrong information.
/sarcasm


;D

Apart from that, what do they gain?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/21/20 at 10:46 am


;D

Apart from that, what do they gain?

WORLD DOMINATION!!!!
oh wait...according to conspiracy theorists they have already had that for centuries...so that can't be it

MONEY!!!!
oh wait...according to conspiracy theorists they have already had that for centuries...so that can't be it

Oh well, they probably just do it all to have a good laugh at all those blind sheep out there who don't take grape SEEDS or are too blind to see the truth!

Subject: Re: Despite pandemic, the White House will pardon turkeys for Thanksgiving

Written By: nally on 11/21/20 at 10:48 am


I watch a lot of broadcast news.

So do I, both locally (on broadcast channels) and nationally (on CNN and MSNBC, but mostly CNN).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/21/20 at 12:06 pm


And many people can die from pneumonia.


Absolutely and I've  heard and read plenty of info on this Covid being a bad pneumonia....millions die daily from pneumonia and could be a covid connection too.


And S.P. mentioned the  merits of smoking  and posted info on smoking and covid  ---  I'll NEVER buy into anything good about smoking.

Subject: Re: Despite pandemic, the White House will pardon turkeys for Thanksgiving

Written By: 2001 on 11/21/20 at 1:56 pm


So do I, both locally (on broadcast channels) and nationally (on CNN and MSNBC, but mostly CNN).


I just look at the numbers on Worldometers, and studied the mathematics behind epidemiology early in the pandemic, and I use that to come to my own conclusions. Of course I still read the news for information on restrictions and what's going on in other countries and things like that.

Btw these were the videos I watched. I remember you said you studied Physics for a few years so this math is probably not too complicated, or maybe it can serve as a refresher ;D

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/21/20 at 1:56 pm


Absolutely and I've  heard and read plenty of info on this Covid being a bad pneumonia....millions die daily from pneumonia and could be a covid connection too.


And S.P. mentioned the  merits of smoking  and posted info on smoking and covid  ---  I'll NEVER buy into anything good about smoking.


My Father used to smoke and he stopped 35 years ago but now at almost at the age of 80, he has some coughing fits and has COPD so now he must take those inhalers to breathe again.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/21/20 at 1:58 pm


Absolutely and I've  heard and read plenty of info on this Covid being a bad pneumonia....millions die daily from pneumonia and could be a covid connection too.


And S.P. mentioned the  merits of smoking  and posted info on smoking and covid  ---  I'll NEVER buy into anything good about smoking.


You didn't read the link I posted. The carcinogenics in tobacco smoke depress the production of healthy cells, the ACE2 receptor on those healthy cells is what the virus binds to to enter the cell.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/21/20 at 2:12 pm


My Father used to smoke and he stopped 35 years ago but now at almost at the age of 80, he has some coughing fits and has COPD so now he must take those inhalers to breathe again.


Millions,  maybe billions have died at the hands of tobacco industry...my son in law didn't quit soon enough and he lost  his life at 55 to lung cancer, coughed for years.... His death is a lesson to his two children....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/21/20 at 2:16 pm


You didn't read the link I posted. The carcinogenics in tobacco smoke depress the production of healthy cells, the ACE2 receptor on those healthy cells is what the virus binds to to enter the cell.


I read it  but don't buy it....probably written by some tobacco industry liars...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/21/20 at 2:19 pm


It's a CONSPIRACY! Probably by BIG pharma and BIG government. They have the power to bribe every government worldwide, regardless of political system, to enforce lock downs to send their economies crashing so that the pharma guys can make a few billions from the hoax vaccine at the cost of trillions and more (the vaccine will make you autistic by the way). They also want to take our rights away (again regardless of country you're living in or political system)! They ALL want that! All the other big industry and money players are standing by and watch it unfold without interfering of course as they have nothing to lose except a few trillions...(and no one of the political cast worries about being reelected as they will ALL turn their countries to BIG pharma and BIG government DICTATORSHIPS within a few months anyway). Even every single journalist on the planet has been bought off or threatened by death to write nonsense about the virus and the so called death toll so that the true intentions of BIG Pharma and BIG government (which one of the hundreds of the world remains to be seen) stay hidden. They are also buying or pressuring hundreds of thousands of families into lying about their deceased relatives. It all makes sense you see! Just open your eyes and stop being a blind believer of fac...er wrong information.
/sarcasm



Good essay, good to see I'm  not the only one who believes this way.   

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/21/20 at 2:23 pm



Good essay, good to see I'm  not the only one who believes this way. 


Did you notice the very last word in Elor’s post?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/21/20 at 2:33 pm


Did you notice the very last word in Elor’s post?


I saw that but ignored it....why go thru all the work of posting what he did? 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/21/20 at 2:38 pm


Taking extra vitamin D was proposed early on but there is insufficient evidence to show any link between vitamin D and preventing or reducing the symptoms of COVID.

In the U.K. it is recommended to take supplements in the winter as you may not get enough sunlight to make the amount your body requires.

You should be able to get enough vitamin C and zinc from a varied diet. Taking too much vitamin C (more 1000mg a day) leads to stomach pain, diarrhoea and flatulence. High doses of zinc in your diet reduces the body’s ability to absorb copper resulting in anaemia and bone loss.


Sure takes a lot to convince you...hope you escape colds and flu and there is so little sun in  your country.  I've been there but knew that before I even visited...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/21/20 at 2:40 pm


WORLD DOMINATION!!!!
oh wait...according to conspiracy theorists they have already had that for centuries...so that can't be it

MONEY!!!!
oh wait...according to conspiracy theorists they have already had that for centuries...so that can't be it

Oh well, they probably just do it all to have a good laugh at all those blind sheep out there who don't take grape SEEDS or are too blind to see the truth!



TRUTH, so sad all those dying don't know the TRUTH...

And as far as those who choose to use Conspiracy, that is OK, I follow many who are called this and speak out the TRUTH  about the govt, pharma (yes) and the rest of the gangs....you can all trust them, they need you all.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/21/20 at 3:37 pm


Sure takes a lot to convince you...hope you escape colds and flu and there is so little sun in  your country.  I've been there but knew that before I even visited...


I read a couple of reports before posting what I did. There is insufficient evidence regarding a link between vit D and COVID. That isn’t the same as saying it isn’t worth checking you are getting enough over the winter.

I go outside in a t shirt at lunch time when it is sunny and eat fortified foods including mushrooms that specifically have added vit D.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/21/20 at 3:38 pm


I saw that but ignored it....why go thru all the work of posting what he did?


Because he is trying to make you see how ridiculous your claims are.

Edited for a typo

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/21/20 at 3:59 pm


Because he is trying to make you see how ridiculous your claims are.

Edited for a typo


They are NOT my claims, Karen, there are MILLIONS who believe all this...Millions, just because  you don't hear it or what in your news world,  doesn't mean it's not so, we do here in the U.S.   

And all  those who question it all, use the term "living in a police state".... pretty soon they will tell us when we can to the bathroom...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/21/20 at 4:02 pm


I read a couple of reports before posting what I did. There is insufficient evidence regarding a link between vit D and COVID. That isn’t the same as saying it isn’t worth checking you are getting enough over the winter.

I go outside in a t shirt at lunch time when it is sunny and eat fortified foods including mushrooms that specifically have added vit D.


Interesting on  your mushrooms, hope they keep you healthy.  I surely don't count on  them and your  sun and so called fortified foods, good luck there too....  and winter sun is zilch...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/21/20 at 4:03 pm

Nice weather we are having, huh?


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/21/20 at 4:05 pm


Nice weather we are having, huh?

Cat


It's sunny here in So Cal but colder, probably 60's, but not sitting out in the colder weather does my joints good.  So keeping them warm inside is good in my life. 

Cat, I see you are in Vermont...it's gotta be rather CHILLY there by now....

Hearing on the radio last night on stats of cases and deaths of Covid and Maine and Vermont and many small states have escaped a lot of Covid stuff.....

Those with Larger populations have come out the worst, NY the very worst. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/21/20 at 4:25 pm


They are NOT my claims, Karen, there are MILLIONS who believe all this...Millions, just because  you don't hear it or what in your news world,  doesn't mean it's not so, we do here in the U.S. 
So if something is completely devoid of logic and feasibility but is believed by "millions" it becomes truth?
Guess we really are in the post fact / truth world now after all.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/21/20 at 4:45 pm


Interesting on  your mushrooms, hope they keep you healthy.  I surely don't count on  them and your  sun and so called fortified foods, good luck there too....  and winter sun is zilch...


They are not “so called” fortified they actually are. Companies don’t make these things up. The amount of all vitamins and minerals you need can be obtained from a healthy diet. If you have dietary restrictions for any reason (vegan or allergies for example) then you might need a supplement. But there is a danger to your health if you take too much of some vitamins and minerals. They can interfere with the correct functioning of your body.

All that about government lies and BIG Pharma etc is just so much crap. If you believe in it this theory then more fool you.

And now I’m off to watch The Martian.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/21/20 at 5:04 pm


And now I’m off to watch The Martian.


Such a good movie. The book it is based on excellent too, a quick read.

Subject: Re: Despite pandemic, the White House will pardon turkeys for Thanksgiving

Written By: nally on 11/21/20 at 5:31 pm


It's sunny here in So Cal but colder, probably 60's, but not sitting out in the colder weather does my joints good.  So keeping them warm inside is good in my life.

Aha...up until now I never knew that you were in the same region as me!

And yes, it was sunny in my area too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/21/20 at 6:12 pm


It's sunny here in So Cal but colder, probably 60's, but not sitting out in the colder weather does my joints good.  So keeping them warm inside is good in my life. 

Cat, I see you are in Vermont...it's gotta be rather CHILLY there by now....

Hearing on the radio last night on stats of cases and deaths of Covid and Maine and Vermont and many small states have escaped a lot of Covid stuff.....

Those with Larger populations have come out the worst, NY the very worst.



Our state has done very well thanks to the leadership of our (Republican) governor. I am not a Republican by any means but I give our gov major kudos for how he handled this-and so did most of the state because he just won reelection by a landslide in this very blue state. But he is not batcrap crazy like other Repubs are. In fact, he voted for Biden.

Unfortunately, in the last few weeks or so, people started getting very lax thinking that we have done great. But now cases are going up. And we have had 4 deaths in the past week-first ones since May. 3 of those deaths were in the nursing home where my FIL was in about 8 years ago.

So now, the governor is stepping up again, closing some things down, requiring masks, restricting travel coming into the state, cancelled Thanksgiving, and trying to nip this before it gets too much out of hand.

As much as the state is grumbling a bit about Thanksgiving, most of us totally understand and know that is what we need to do to keep everyone safe. And you can guarantee that there will people who do not follow those precautions and will end up sick in a week or two.

https://www.wcax.com/2020/11/17/governor-to-hold-press-briefing-as-cases-spike-in-vermont/


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/21/20 at 6:15 pm

The good news is that even before Toronto goes into lockdown, Ontario's Rt value has a whole is below 1. I hope it holds and that the number of cases start to fall.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EnWtknMXUAQgP7f?format=jpg&name=medium

As much as I hate on Doug Ford, by some miraculous stroke Ontario still has the lowest infection rates among the big provinces, despite the fact we're the most densely populated. I know BC, Quebec and Manitoba have a lot of restrictions. I wonder what Alberta is doing.  ???

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EnWtmVJW8AEknkF?format=jpg&name=medium

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/21/20 at 6:24 pm



Our state has done very well thanks to the leadership of our (Republican) governor. I am not a Republican by any means but I give our gov major kudos for how he handled this-and so did most of the state because he just won reelection by a landslide in this very blue state. But he is not batcrap crazy like other Repubs are. In fact, he voted for Biden.

Unfortunately, in the last few weeks or so, people started getting very lax thinking that we have done great. But now cases are going up. And we have had 4 deaths in the past week-first ones since May. 3 of those deaths were in the nursing home where my FIL was in about 8 years ago.

So now, the governor is stepping up again, closing some things down, requiring masks, restricting travel coming into the state, cancelled Thanksgiving, and trying to nip this before it gets too much out of hand.

As much as the state is grumbling a bit about Thanksgiving, most of us totally understand and know that is what we need to do to keep everyone safe. And you can guarantee that there will people who do not follow those precautions and will end up sick in a week or two.

https://www.wcax.com/2020/11/17/governor-to-hold-press-briefing-as-cases-spike-in-vermont/


Cat


I've been keeping an eye on that and I noticed you guys (Vermont), Maine and Oregon are the only continental states with a lower death rate than Ontario's, so kudos to you guys :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/21/20 at 6:36 pm


I've been keeping an eye on that and I noticed you guys (Vermont), Maine and Oregon are the only continental states with a lower death rate than Ontario's, so kudos to you guys :P



Like I said, I give credit to our governor.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/21/20 at 7:00 pm

Oregon has VERY strict gov and my friend up there says one can't go out without a mask and even that plastic protector thing....Extreme she says....not happy with that state she moved to.    And again it's the low populated states that have done good..... 


On getting sick and  if one feels like they are getting something, there are things to do to keep illness to a minimum.    We have this posted in another group:  What would you do if Covid hit you...maybe that's here too...but I would start my Oscillo homeopathic mediciine and  up my stuff that I take now. 

And if people want to believe they get all they need in foods, soils are so depleted of nutrients, then believe on.  I don't and so I've been supplementing for 30 yrs....

If I had my own mini farm then maybe I'd think  otherwise, but that's not the case.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/21/20 at 7:04 pm


Oregon has VERY strict gov and my friend up there says one can't go out without a mask and even that plastic protector thing....Extreme she says....not happy with that state she moved to.    And again it's the low populated states that have done good..... 


On getting sick and  if one feels like they are getting something, there are things to do to keep illness to a minimum.    We have this posted in another group:  What would you do if Covid hit you...maybe that's here too...but I would start my Oscillo homeopathic mediciine and  up my stuff that I take now.


Well looks like the masks worked then :P

And while it's generally true that population density slows the infection rate, it doesn't mean rural areas are immune. North, South Dakota and Montana have the highest infection/death rate at the moment. North Dakota will likely be worse than New York/New Jersey in the end.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/21/20 at 7:44 pm

Oh there is so much info out "there" on the uselessness of masks...and I believe I've posted some of those links here....we all probably have the virus in  us and if it's not activated we don't get sick...

Dialogue from OSHA people:

https://www.bitchute.com/video/Z61PXVPNhV4y/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/21/20 at 9:55 pm


Oh there is so much info out "there" on the uselessness of masks...and I believe I've posted some of those links here....we all probably have the virus in  us and if it's not activated we don't get sick...

Dialogue from OSHA people:

https://www.bitchute.com/video/Z61PXVPNhV4y/


You posted them but you didn't read them, because one of them you linked recommended wearing masks around the elderly.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/21/20 at 10:21 pm

The malls in Toronto extended their hours ahead of lockdown, and they were packed.  :o

Thankfully there's a big snow storm tomorrow, and on Monday the lockdown will begin.

I hope these idiots don't flood into my town after the lockdown but it's probably inevitable. Praying for wild snow.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/22/20 at 3:23 am


Oh there is so much info out "there" on the uselessness of masks...and I believe I've posted some of those links here....we all probably have the virus in  us and if it's not activated we don't get sick...

Dialogue from OSHA people:

https://www.bitchute.com/video/Z61PXVPNhV4y/


Equally there is research out there on the usefulness of masks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/22/20 at 12:00 pm

yeah, ying and yang... I prefer good breathing without a mask inhibiting breathing....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/22/20 at 12:25 pm

And again more smart info from RFK Jr on vaccines..

https://beforeitsnews.com/alternative/2020/11/robert-f-kennedy-jr-new-covid-vaccine-should-be-avoided-at-all-cost-3735835.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/22/20 at 12:30 pm


yeah, ying and yang... I prefer good breathing without a mask inhibiting breathing....


When a respiratory disease is spreading?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/22/20 at 12:33 pm


And again more smart info from RFK Jr on vaccines..

https://beforeitsnews.com/alternative/2020/11/robert-f-kennedy-jr-new-covid-vaccine-should-be-avoided-at-all-cost-3735835.html


who is this person? I don't know her, she doesn't sound like a health expert.  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/22/20 at 12:36 pm


yeah, ying and yang... I prefer good breathing without a mask inhibiting breathing....
Even if you are next to someone who unknowingly had Covid-19?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/22/20 at 12:39 pm


When a respiratory disease is spreading?


Yes, people need to breath better not inhibited.....

And if so many are so far gone in their breathing world, they are in  hospitals and most likely on respirators/ventilators....

Again, we can prevent SO MUCH damage early on in our lives....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/22/20 at 1:17 pm


Millions,  maybe billions have died at the hands of tobacco industry...my son in law didn't quit soon enough and he lost  his life at 55 to lung cancer, coughed for years.... His death is a lesson to his two children....


I'm sorry about that.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/22/20 at 1:19 pm


And again more smart info from RFK Jr on vaccines..

https://beforeitsnews.com/alternative/2020/11/robert-f-kennedy-jr-new-covid-vaccine-should-be-avoided-at-all-cost-3735835.html

Let's see how reliable "beforeitsnews.com" is.
mediabiasfactcheck.com gave it an overall "questionable" rating when it comes to facts. Reasons:
Overall, we rate Before It’s News Questionable based on the promotion of pseudoscience and right-wing conspiracy theories as well as poor sourcing, a lack of transparency, and the routine publication of fake news.
https://mediabiasfactcheck.com/before-its-news/

Another nice article about them can be found on Real or Satire.
https://realorsatire.com/beforeitsnews-com/

Was anybody surprised?  ::)


Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/22/20 at 1:21 pm


It's sunny here in So Cal but colder, probably 60's, but not sitting out in the colder weather does my joints good.  So keeping them warm inside is good in my life. 

Cat, I see you are in Vermont...it's gotta be rather CHILLY there by now....

Hearing on the radio last night on stats of cases and deaths of Covid and Maine and Vermont and many small states have escaped a lot of Covid stuff.....

Those with Larger populations have come out the worst, NY the very worst.


I live in New York, what has come out the worst?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/22/20 at 1:25 pm


yeah, ying and yang... I prefer good breathing without a mask inhibiting breathing....


So masks restricts your breathing? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/22/20 at 1:28 pm


So masks restricts your breathing? ???


No, though people will claim they do. Doctors wear them for hours at a time when they are operating. They wouldn’t do that if it caused them problems

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/22/20 at 1:32 pm

Doctors are a small percentage in the overall scheme of it all.  And MOSTLY in the OR's and areas of hospitals with high contagions.....

And yes, t hey do affect one's breathing....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/22/20 at 1:32 pm


And again more smart info from RFK Jr on vaccines..

https://beforeitsnews.com/alternative/2020/11/robert-f-kennedy-jr-new-covid-vaccine-should-be-avoided-at-all-cost-3735835.html


It doesn’t alter your DNA. What nonsense

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/54893437

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/22/20 at 1:36 pm


Doctors are a small percentage in the overall scheme of it all.  And MOSTLY in the OR's and areas of hospitals with high contagions.....

And yes, t hey do affect one's breathing....


Evidence?

I had surgery recently. One option would have been for a ten hour operation. The surgeon wouldn’t do that if he couldn’t breath properly because he was wearing a mask

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/22/20 at 1:40 pm


And again more smart info from RFK Jr on vaccines..

https://beforeitsnews.com/alternative/2020/11/robert-f-kennedy-jr-new-covid-vaccine-should-be-avoided-at-all-cost-3735835.html
Vaccine rumours debunked: Microchips, 'altered DNA' and more

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/22/20 at 1:40 pm


It doesn’t alter your DNA. What nonsense

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/54893437

Isn't it hair raising what utter garbage some people believe? ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/22/20 at 1:41 pm


Doctors are a small percentage in the overall scheme of it all.  And MOSTLY in the OR's and areas of hospitals with high contagions.....

And yes, t hey do affect one's breathing....
I wear a mask when required, and it does not affect my breathing!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/22/20 at 1:47 pm


Isn't it hair raising what utter garbage some people believe? ::)


Yes

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/22/20 at 1:59 pm


No, though people will claim they do. Doctors wear them for hours at a time when they are operating. They wouldn’t do that if it caused them problems


I see them a lot.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/22/20 at 2:00 pm


Doctors are a small percentage in the overall scheme of it all.  And MOSTLY in the OR's and areas of hospitals with high contagions.....

And yes, t hey do affect one's breathing....

I take it off for a second so I can have some fresh air.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/22/20 at 2:03 pm

Somewhere probably in this thread was mention of soil being depleted of minerals etc and thus affecting the nutrition in our foods.

is our food less nutritious?

If you want the quick answer, no it isn’t, the data was misinterpreted or misreported

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/22/20 at 2:10 pm

Amazing the naysayers around here....certainly members not into  holistic health....Give me those masks and vaccines......


And yes Howard, people can't wait to take off that "mandatory"  mask which is not constitutional anyway for the mass population of the U.S.  A big to do has been reported in Buffalo by a business owner who was basically telling the sherrifs to get off  his property and come back with a summons....  Unbelievable what is going on and our freedoms... 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/22/20 at 3:30 pm


Amazing the naysayers around here....certainly members not into  holistic health....Give me those masks and vaccines......


And yes Howard, people can't wait to take off that "mandatory"  mask which is not constitutional anyway for the mass population of the U.S.  A big to do has been reported in Buffalo by a business owner who was basically telling the sherrifs to get off  his property and come back with a summons....  Unbelievable what is going on and our freedoms...

Thank god the border is shut.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/22/20 at 6:09 pm


Somewhere probably in this thread was mention of soil being depleted of minerals etc and thus affecting the nutrition in our foods.

is our food less nutritious?

If you want the quick answer, no it isn’t, the data was misinterpreted or misreported


Yes our foods are way less nutritious due to rapid turnover of soils and mineral depletion and then we can mention the toxic sprays from Monsanto and others into our crops and soils. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/22/20 at 6:52 pm


Yes our foods are way less nutritious due to rapid turnover of soils and mineral depletion and then we can mention the toxic sprays from Monsanto and others into our crops and soils.


Is that what your pill pushers told you? ???

I will continue eating vegetables/fruits instead of taking those pills. Sounds suspicious tbh.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/22/20 at 7:46 pm

During activities that don’t require much oxygen, like working in the office, shopping, performing surgery, etc. I don’t find they affect my breathing. I can’t speak for those who are expected to play contact sports with masks on, working out in a gym, etc. It’s times like that when your body needs all the oxygen it can get and the mask may be restrictive.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/22/20 at 7:51 pm


Is that what your pill pushers told you? ???

I will continue eating vegetables/fruits instead of taking those pills. Sounds suspicious tbh.



Whatever SP, live in your non believing world....and I've been listening to my "pill pushers"  what you choose to call them, the supplement world calls them supplements to our health,  longer than  you are alive.....over  30 yrs here ...


On another area,  just heard from 3 docs on  NPR talking about the covid surge going on again...and all 3 talked:

Obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease and poverty as the reasons for these surges and  states mentioned were So TX, Georgia and I forget what the other one was....none of the 3 mentioned the masks and all the stuff that goes on and on and on. 

Sad for something like 70cents a day or so many could REDUCE their chances by taking C, D, Zinc at least....and of course take other health measures., and if only the poor could get good nutrition.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/22/20 at 8:46 pm



Whatever SP, live in your non believing world....and I've been listening to my "pill pushers"  what you choose to call them, the supplement world calls them supplements to our health,  longer than  you are alive.....over  30 yrs here ...


On another area,  just heard from 3 docs on  NPR talking about the covid surge going on again...and all 3 talked:

Obesity, high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease and poverty as the reasons for these surges and  states mentioned were So TX, Georgia and I forget what the other one was....none of the 3 mentioned the masks and all the stuff that goes on and on and on. 

Sad for something like 70cents a day or so many could REDUCE their chances by taking C, D, Zinc at least....and of course take other health measures., and if only the poor could get good nutrition.


I disagree. If we promote pills we run the real risk of people thinking pills are a replacement for a balanced diet. They are not. Especially when you say things like fruits/vegetables have no minerals because of the soil they are in, your scam alert bell should be ringing. All the literature I'm reading on these vitamin pills show they are nowhere near as effective as the real thing, if they are effective at all.

https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/should-you-get-your-nutrients-from-food-or-from-supplements
https://time.com/5564574/supplements-vitamins-health/

Vitamin C and Zinc are very easy to find. I feel there is zero reason to ever take Vitamin C pills in particular, your diet has to be anaemic in nutritious foods to be taking C supplements, considering the ubiquity of Vitamin C in all our foods. Even potato chips have Vitamin C... Have a tasty orange or eat some tomatoes for Vitamin C, eat beef or drink milk for zinc. Not only do they have the stated minerals they have many many more.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/22/20 at 10:32 pm

And again and again and again, they are NOT a replacement for good nutrition and good food but a supplement to support our health.    If only the  thousands that are dead from this covid tragedy had supplemented, even with C and D,  I believe it would a totally different picture....You just don't see that..... or you just choose  not to.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/22/20 at 10:40 pm


And again and again and again, they are NOT a replacement for good nutrition and good food but a supplement to support our health.    If only the  thousands that are dead from this covid tragedy had supplemented, even with C and D,  I believe it would a totally different picture....You just don't see that..... or you just choose  not to.


Nah, supplements don't do anything if you already have a good diet.

The best way to prevent COVID-19 death is to not catch it in the first place. Many Americans are dead, not many Canadians comparitively, despite the Vitamin D you are raving about.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/22/20 at 11:01 pm

Well that's good that your little country population  has not lost many....very good. 

And continue to do as you do, I'm done...GOOD NIGHT.....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/22/20 at 11:21 pm

Alberta reported more cases than Ontario today despite having 1/3rd the population  :o

The same day as an anti-mask protest in Calgary.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 12:24 am


Taking extra vitamin D was proposed early on but there is insufficient evidence to show any link between vitamin D and preventing or reducing the symptoms of COVID.

In the U.K. it is recommended to take supplements in the winter as you may not get enough sunlight to make the amount your body requires.

You should be able to get enough vitamin C and zinc from a varied diet. Taking too much vitamin C (more 1000mg a day) leads to stomach pain, diarrhoea and flatulence. High doses of zinc in your diet reduces the body’s ability to absorb copper resulting in anaemia and bone loss.


I was told that too much vitamin C will just pass through the system with no harm, and a specialist at my surgery recommended taking vitamin D supplements between Halloween and St. Valentine's Day.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/23/20 at 12:52 am


Yes our foods are way less nutritious due to rapid turnover of soils and mineral depletion and then we can mention the toxic sprays from Monsanto and others into our crops and soils.


Did you read the article?

We are berated for not reading or ignoring articles that you link to but apparently the reverse is ok

Subject: Covid: Gyms and all shops to reopen after English lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 1:21 am

Gyms and non-essential shops in all areas are expected to be allowed to reopen when England's lockdown ends. On Monday afternoon, PM Boris Johnson will explain the detail of England's return to the "three tier system" when lockdown ends on 2 December.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55038155

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 1:23 am


Yes our foods are way less nutritious due to rapid turnover of soils and mineral depletion and then we can mention the toxic sprays from Monsanto and others into our crops and soils. 
Do the farmers still rotate their crops, leaving a field barren for a year?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/23/20 at 1:33 am


Did you read the article?

We are berated for not reading or ignoring articles that you link to but apparently the reverse is ok

I think there are two possibilities here.

1. She's embraced her conspiracy theories as her religion and therefore doesn't need to read our stuff cause the "Bible" is always right no matter how wrong it is (ever tried to talk to a fundamentalist about how his religion doesn't make sense? No amount of evidence will sway them as they dismiss everything as wrong and their stuff as the pure truth).

2. There is still a good chance she's just a pretty persistent troll laughing at our reactions to her bait posts.

Subject: Covid-19: Oxford University vaccine shows 70% protection

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 2:18 am

The coronavirus vaccine developed by the University of Oxford stops 70% of people developing Covid symptoms, a large-scale trial shows.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55040635

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 2:21 am


The coronavirus vaccine developed by the University of Oxford stops 70% of people developing Covid symptoms, a large-scale trial shows.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55040635
Now I am not so sure.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/23/20 at 2:28 am


Now I am not so sure.


About what?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 2:30 am


About what?
The vaccine has been reported at 70% after trails, it needs more improvement.

Subject: Coronavirus: Scrabble, baking and how we beat loneliness together

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 2:35 am

Lockdown has shone a light on the issue of loneliness in the UK. Could homesharing - which often brings together older people living alone with a younger person looking for somewhere affordable to live - offer a solution?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-54888485

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 2:37 am

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Subject: What to expect when England lockdown ends

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 3:43 am

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson will give further details this afternoon about what will happen when England’s lockdown ends on 2 December.

The three-tier system, in place before the lockdown, will be strengthened overall but some individual measures will be relaxed.

Here are some of the announcements we're expecting:

# Gyms and non-essential shops will be allowed to reopen in all areas

# The 10pm closing time for pubs and restaurants will be relaxed - last orders will remain at 10pm but customers will have an extra hour to drink and eat up

# A ban on outdoor grassroots sports will be lifted

# Mass testing will be introduced in all areas in the highest tier

# Most areas will be put in the higher tiers - high risk or very high risk - with details about which tier each region will be placed in expected on Thursday

The PM had hoped to announce arrangements for the Christmas period on Monday, but this has been delayed until at least Tuesday to allow the Scottish and Welsh cabinets to agree the plans.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest headlines from around the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 4:07 am

Germany's Chancellor Angela Merkel has raised concerns about the world's poorest countries securing access to Covid-19 vaccines

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for a "global mechanism" that would use QR codes to help establish an individual’s health status and open up international travel

The first Americans to receive a Covid vaccine could get it as soon as 11 December, according to the head of the US vaccine programme

The total number of coronavirus cases worldwide is approaching 60 million - and currently stands at more than 58.6 million according to Johns Hopkins University. More than 1.3 million people have died with the virus

Subject: Chile reopens borders to international visitors

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 5:16 am

Chile has reopened its borders to international visitors, ending an eight-month travel ban designed to control the number of coronavirus cases.

President Sebastián Piñera said it was part of a step-by-step plan for opening up the country.

"After five months of the average health situation in our country continuously improving, and thanks to the effort and contributions of all Chileans and the health protection measures that our government has provided, we want to announce the first stage of the process of our borders reopening for non-resident foreigners to our country," he said.

International travellers can now fly into the capital, Santiago, but must show a recent negative coronavirus test and agree to be tracked for two weeks via an app.

Local restrictions are still in place and Chile will remain under a night-time curfew until mid-December.

The country has registered more than 15,000 Covid deaths and half a million cases.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/23/20 at 6:33 am


Amazing the naysayers around here....certainly members not into  holistic health....Give me those masks and vaccines......


And yes Howard, people can't wait to take off that "mandatory"  mask which is not constitutional anyway for the mass population of the U.S.  A big to do has been reported in Buffalo by a business owner who was basically telling the sherrifs to get off  his property and come back with a summons....  Unbelievable what is going on and our freedoms...


I'm sure people won't be wearing them for much longer, we'll see what happens after this vaccine is distributed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/23/20 at 6:35 am


During activities that don’t require much oxygen, like working in the office, shopping, performing surgery, etc. I don’t find they affect my breathing. I can’t speak for those who are expected to play contact sports with masks on, working out in a gym, etc. It’s times like that when your body needs all the oxygen it can get and the mask may be restrictive.


Or what about the people like me who are outside doing grueling work?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/23/20 at 6:36 am


Nah, supplements don't do anything if you already have a good diet.

The best way to prevent COVID-19 death is to not catch it in the first place. Many Americans are dead, not many Canadians comparitively, despite the Vitamin D you are raving about.


Exactly, I agree with that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 6:52 am


I'm sure people won't be wearing them for much longer, we'll see what happens after this vaccine is distributed.
...when the vaccine is available?

Subject: Russia resists national lockdown as daily cases hit record high

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 6:53 am

Russian authorities have said they will not impose a nationwide lockdown as they did in the earlier stages of the pandemic, as the country reported a daily record of 25,173 new confirmed Covid-19 cases.

The Kremlin said it would be up to regional authorities to decide what measures to impose to slow the spread of the virus.

So far only the Siberian region of Buryatia has imposed major restrictions, making the decision last week to close restaurants, shopping malls and bars for two weeks.

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that "everything depends on the number of hospital beds" and other medical resources, as well as the recovery rate of patients.

A further 361 deaths reported in the past 24 hours brings the offical death toll in Russia to 36,540.

With more than 2.1 million reported infections, Russia has the fifth largest number of cases in the world after the US, India, Brazil and France.

Subject: Boris Johnson to hold news conference at 19:00 GMT

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 7:18 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson will hold a Downing Street news conference at about 19:00 GMT to outline his Covid Winter Plan and to respond to today's announcement about the effectiveness of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine.

He'll also give details of the winter plan - which is expected to involve a tougher version of England's three-tier system of restrictions - in the House of Commons earlier at about 15:30.

Joining the prime minister at the news conference will be England's chief medical officer Prof Chris Whitty, and Prof Andrew Pollard, who led the trials of the Oxford vaccine.

Johnson will host the briefing remotely, as he continues to self-isolate following contact with a Tory MP who later tested positive for coronavirus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/23/20 at 7:22 am


I'm sure people won't be wearing them for much longer, we'll see what happens after this vaccine is distributed.


I don’t know how it will be in the US, but here in the U.K. you would be among the last in the list to be given the vaccine. You are under 50 and have no underlying health issues.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 7:34 am


I don’t know how it will be in the US, but here in the U.K. you would be among the last in the list to be given the vaccine. You are under 50 and have no underlying health issues.
I am third in the given list, but being vulnerable, I may be higher.

Subject: Covid makes Brazil's president Bolsonaro a hero to some

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 8:03 am

Despite widespread criticism of how he has handled the Covid-19 pandemic, Brazil’s right-wing president Jair Bolsonaro is seeing his approval ratings rise in the north-east of Brazil, a region where he used to be hated.

Many people in the region have been hit hard by Covid but see Bolsonaro less as a sinner and more as their saviour, thanks to generous government handouts and the promised completion of infrastructure projects - as BBC South America correspondent Katy Watson reports.

Subject: Fans at sporting events: Maximum of 4,000 set to be allowed in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 9:16 am

A maximum of 4,000 fans are set to be allowed at outdoor events in the lowest-risk areas when the national lockdown in England ends on 2 December, BBC Sport understands. Prime Minister Boris Johnson is expected to make an announcement later on Monday about the return of crowds.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/55010011

Subject: Covid-19: Gyms and all shops to open after England lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 10:10 am

Gyms and non-essential shops in all parts of England will be allowed to reopen when lockdown ends next month, the prime minister has announced. Boris Johnson told the Commons that the three-tiered regional measures will return from 2 December, but he added that each tier will be toughened. Spectators will be allowed to return to some sporting events, and weddings and collective worship will resume. Regions will not find out which tier they are in until Thursday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55048990

Subject: Two Covid tests for students before quick Christmas exit

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 10:55 am

Students in England will be urged to take two Covid tests three days apart, to cut the risk of spreading infection when they travel home for Christmas.

These are lateral flow tests with rapid results - with those testing negative expected to leave university within the following 24 hours, according to the latest guidelines seen by the BBC.

The pre-Christmas testing will start in many universities early next week.

But testing will remain voluntary - and not all universities will offer tests.

More than a million students in England will leave their university addresses to spend their Christmas holidays in another part of the country - and plans for testing are being put in place to stop this migration of students spreading coronavirus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-55047597

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/23/20 at 11:50 am


I think there are two possibilities here.

1. She's embraced her conspiracy theories as her religion and therefore doesn't need to read our stuff cause the "Bible" is always right no matter how wrong it is (ever tried to talk to a fundamentalist about how his religion doesn't make sense? No amount of evidence will sway them as they dismiss everything as wrong and their stuff as the pure truth).

2. There is still a good chance she's just a pretty persistent troll laughing at our reactions to her bait posts.


Yep, it's called confirmation bias. Dismiss evidence that runs against your beliefs and buy into everything that confirms your beliefs without putting it through scrutiny. Every human does it, it is perhaps built into our psychology. That'swhy critical thinking is so important, be skeptical and critical of everything. JH will call it close minded but I would rather not spend money on scams.

Subject: UK reports 15,450 new cases of coronavirus

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 12:10 pm

Another 15,450 new cases have been recorded in the UK, according to the government data. It is the lowest daily figure since 12 October. Figures can be lower on a Monday, due to a lag in reporting.

It brings the total number of cases to 1,527,495.

There have been a further 206 deaths, of people who had tested positive within the previous 28 days. It means 55,230 people have died, using that measure.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/23/20 at 12:10 pm


Yep, it's called confirmation bias. Dismiss evidence that runs against your beliefs and buy into everything that confirms your beliefs without putting it through scrutiny. Every human does it, it is perhaps built into our psychology. That'swhy critical thinking is so important, be skeptical and critical of everything. JH will call it close minded but I would rather not spend money on scams.
I agree. Its really getting annoying honestly 🙄

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/23/20 at 12:25 pm


...when the vaccine is available?


They hope by April or May.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/23/20 at 12:26 pm


I don’t know how it will be in the US, but here in the U.K. you would be among the last in the list to be given the vaccine. You are under 50 and have no underlying health issues.



except for a history of diabetes and high blood pressure.

Subject: Luxembourg closes bars and restaurants as cases spike

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 12:45 pm

In Luxembourg the opposite is happening: Bars, restaurants and gyms are to be closed until mid-December as part of tougher restrictions to curb the spread of coronavirus, the country’s prime minister has said.

Prime Minister Xavier Bettel said “we need to act” to avoid a full lockdown seen in many European countries during the second wave of the pandemic.

"The situation isn't catastrophic but we want to obtain a margin for manoeuvre," Bettel said.

Under the new rules, only two households can mix indoors and some non-essential businesses, such as swimming pools, cinemas and theatres, must close.

Shops will remain open, with customers required to maintain social distancing and wear masks.

Bettel said parliament would vote on the restrictions on Wednesday. If adopted, the measures would take effect from Thursday until 15 December.

The country has seen the highest number of coronavirus infections per 100,000 people in the EU over the previous 14 days, according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC).

The agency’s data showed that the small European country, which has a population of about 600,000 people, has recorded 30,333 infections and 262 deaths so far.

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Subject: Seven die in Russia after drinking hand sanitiser

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 12:48 pm

Seven people have died in eastern Siberia after drinking hand sanitiser which was 69% methanol.

A woman in the group died at home in the village of Tomtor, and the others died in hospital, Russian media report. Two more are still on ventilators in intensive care.

A five-litre canister which contained the antiseptic was found at the scene. The product has now been withdrawn from sale in Yakutia, a vast region where the temperature drops below -20C in winter.

Reports say its methanol content had not been clearly labelled.

Every year in Russia there are deaths among heavy drinkers who struggle to afford vodka and turn to dangerous domestic liquids instead.

The worst such case in recent years was in Irkutsk, Siberia, where 62 people died in 2016 after drinking bath lotion which contained methanol.

Subject: Boris Johnson to hold news conference at 19:00 GMT

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 1:07 pm


Prime Minister Boris Johnson will hold a Downing Street news conference at about 19:00 GMT to outline his Covid Winter Plan and to respond to today's announcement about the effectiveness of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine.

He'll also give details of the winter plan - which is expected to involve a tougher version of England's three-tier system of restrictions - in the House of Commons earlier at about 15:30.

Joining the prime minister at the news conference will be England's chief medical officer Prof Chris Whitty, and Prof Andrew Pollard, who led the trials of the Oxford vaccine.

Johnson will host the briefing remotely, as he continues to self-isolate following contact with a Tory MP who later tested positive for coronavirus.
Hush, hush, Boris is now speaking!

Subject: Italy passes 50,000 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 1:22 pm

Italy has become the sixth country in the world to surpass 50,000 deaths linked to Covid-19, as the second wave of the pandemic continues to ravage the country.

A further 630 deaths were reported on Monday, bringing the country’s total to 50,453 since the pandemic began.

The US, Brazil, India, Mexico and the UK are the only other countries to reach the grim milestone.

Earlier this year Italy became the epicentre of the pandemic in Europe but brought its outbreak under control with a tough national lockdown. Restrictions were gradually lifted but, faced with a second wave of infections, Italy introduced a new three-tier system of measures in November.

Another 22,930 infections were recorded in the previous 24 hours, pushing the total to more than 1.4 million. But new infections are declining as restrictions curb transmission.

Last week Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte warned Italians to expect a "more sober Christmas” without “gatherings, hugs and kisses”.

"Otherwise, we'll pay for it in January with more deaths,” he said.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/23/20 at 2:16 pm

One of my online PlayStation friends in Québec lost in  his 90 year old grandfather to COVID-19. He was in a long-term care home and his family had to wear protective gear and couldn't hug him in his last moments. Very tragic.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 2:21 pm


One of my online PlayStation friends in Québec lost in  his 90 year old grandfather to COVID-19. He was in a long-term care home and his family had to wear protective gear and couldn't hug him in his last moments. Very tragic.  :\'(
Sorry to he this.

Subject: US sees another day of record hospital admissions

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 2:21 pm

On Sunday, the US reported a record of 83,782 hospital admissions due to the virus, according to the Covid Tracking Project.

It marks the 13th consecutive day the nation has set a new high of admissions. They have broken records every day since 10 November.

Since the start of November, cases have been surging across the country. When the month began, the US reported just over 9m cases - that number is now topping 12m with over 256,000 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University totals.

Subject: Toronto begins second lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 2:58 pm

Canada's largest city, Toronto, began its second pandemic lockdown today.

The city has seen surging Covid-19 cases in recent days, which led officials to enact the four-week lockdown.

This weekend, the province reported over 3,000 new cases and hospitals are approaching capacity.

During the lockdown, Toronto residents cannot host any guests, indoor entertainment venues like cinemas and museums are closed, restaurant dining is prohibited (takeout only), and outdoor gatherings must be limited to 10 individuals - this applies to religious services as well.

For the next 28 days at least, Toronto residents and businesses could face fines if caught breaking any health rules.

Canada has over 334,000 confirmed cases and a total of 11,521 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/23/20 at 3:41 pm


One of my online PlayStation friends in Québec lost in  his 90 year old grandfather to COVID-19. He was in a long-term care home and his family had to wear protective gear and couldn't hug him in his last moments. Very tragic.  :\'(



((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))



Cat

Subject: Downing Street press conference: Key points

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/20 at 3:57 pm

Here are the main points made by the PM and scientific experts during this evening's press conference:

# Most vulnerable people are expected to be vaccinated by Easter

# Test-and-trace is still vital to fighting Covid

# While rules are set to change for Christmas, people shouldn't "go wild" in their celebrations

# Vaccines will not be compulsory and won't start to be administered until they've been thoroughly tested for safety

# There are no plans to shut schools in England a week early to allow families to visit elderly or vulnerable relatives more safely at Christmas

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/23/20 at 4:43 pm


One of my online PlayStation friends in Québec lost in  his 90 year old grandfather to COVID-19. He was in a long-term care home and his family had to wear protective gear and couldn't hug him in his last moments. Very tragic.  :\'(
Man that is really horrible. I'm sorry to hear that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/23/20 at 6:47 pm



((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))



Cat


Oh sorry, maybe it wasn't clear but it was my friend's granddad, not mine.

But yeah, it was really sad. He actually didn't get to see his granddad, he meant to go see him today (Monday) since he was working over the weekend, but the granddad passed away last night two hours after his daughter and granddaughter left after seeing him.

+1 to the "20 people dead" we have become desensitized to hearing everyday.  :-\\

Subject: Christmas plans still being thrashed out

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 2:44 am

We're expecting restrictions to be eased over Christmas, but discussions between ministers in the four nations are continuing over very practical concerns - the length of any relaxation, the impact on public transport, and what exactly constitutes a "household". Overall, the tone has been cautious - the PM called it the season to be "jolly careful". On Monday, he announced the new "toughened" tier system for England - the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg says the real political test will come on Thursday when it becomes clear how many regions are in the highest level.

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Subject: Australia's Queensland to open border in time for Christmas

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 4:28 am

In Australia, there's relief for residents of states of Queensland and New South Wales after news that the border between the neighbouring regions will open on 1 December.

Queensland barred visitors from New South Wales, home to the city of Sydney, on 1 August to control a rise in coronavirus cases.

But now New South Wales has met the criteria of going 28 days without an untraceable case of Covid-19, meaning that Queensland will allow the borders to open again.

The closure had caused political tension between the governments in each state - but now the move means Sydney residents will be able to travel home to Queensland for Christmas.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/24/20 at 4:36 am


The vaccine has been reported at 70% after trails, it needs more improvement.


They have since said that some trials where they gave a half dose then full dose, rather than one single dose, gave more than 90% protection

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 4:56 am


They have since said that some trials where they gave a half dose then full dose, rather than one single dose, gave more than 90% protection
Thank you, I did not hear process of the dosage, thank you once again.

Subject: UK minister urges people to consider not travelling at Christmas

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 5:27 am

The UK transport secretary has urged people to "look very carefully at the transport route they take" home for Christmas - and even consider not travelling.

Grant Shapps told BBC Breakfast: "We have got to understand there are limitations to the network caused by, for example, things like the need on some trains to pre-book tickets at this time, in order to prevent overcrowding.

"So we are going to be appealing to people to look very carefully at the transport route they take and of course even making a choice about whether they travel at all.

"It is the reality of the situation we're in, we will try to do everything we can with the network to make it as good as possible, but I think it is worth people being aware that busy times of travel is a problem."

He added he is in "close contact" with transport leaders of the devolved governments in the UK to make Christmas travel plans, which he expects will be finalised "later this week".

Shapps later told the Today programme that when the national lockdown ends on 2 December, people in tier 3 locations should avoid travelling outside of their areas, unless it's for education or work.

However, people in these areas can travel abroad.

Subject: Nearly 3,000 Covid deaths in UK in a week

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 5:39 am

There were 2,838 Covid-19 deaths registered in the UK in the week starting 13 November.

This is up by 612 in a week, latest official figures show.

In all, there were 13,972 deaths in the UK in the week of 13 November, up by 542 on the previous week and 19% above the five year average for this week.

"Excess" deaths are the difference between the deaths seen this year and the average over the previous five years for the same weeks.

Subject: Millions defy warnings against Thanksgiving travel in US

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 5:44 am

As politicians in Europe focus on how to allow people to spend Christmas together, in the US millions are already travelling home to celebrate Thanksgiving on Thursday. The celebration is traditionally a large family get-together that rivals Christmas in size.

Despite warnings from health officials that travel and family parties are risky as the US faces a significant wave of coronavirus cases and deaths, reports indicate that airports and planes are packed with travellers.

Three million people are reported to have travelled through US airports from Friday to Sunday - the highest since mid-March - although the number is around half the usual figure for Thanksgiving travel.

Dr Anthony Fauci, the country's top infectious diseases expert, told CBS News that people in airports "are going to get us into even more trouble than we’re in right now".

On Monday the US recorded a further 150,000 cases of coronavirus, according to the Covid Tracking Project. The rolling seven-day average number of deaths has been rising for almost two weeks - reaching 1,500 on Monday. And the number of people admitted to hospital with the virus has increased by nearly 50% in the past two weeks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/24/20 at 8:12 am


One of my online PlayStation friends in Québec lost in  his 90 year old grandfather to COVID-19. He was in a long-term care home and his family had to wear protective gear and couldn't hug him in his last moments. Very tragic.  :\'(


I'm so sorry about your situation. :(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In Poland

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 8:21 am

Scientists have discovered the first cases of coronavirus in minks at a breeding farm in Pomerania, the Medical University of Gdansk said. The university said studies indicated the "possibility of the transmission of the virus from humans to minks".

Subject: Benefits scams worth £1bn foiled by officials during lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 8:24 am

Benefit officials estimate they have stopped as much as £1bn being paid to organised-crime groups in recent months, BBC News has learned. But before the scam was spotted, officials unwittingly confirmed thousands of stolen identities. Fraudsters took advantage of looser rules introduced to cope with a surge of universal-credit claims during the pandemic. BBC News has asked the Department for Work and Pensions for a response.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55022008

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In Czech Republic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 8:50 am

The Czech Republic is set to follow Slovakia's lead in mass testing. Voluntary, free antigen testing will be available to the whole nation in the run-up to Christmas, according to the prime minister's plans.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New restrictions in Pakistan

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 9:22 am

New restrictions have been imposed in the southern province of Sindh in Pakistan. All indoor gatherings including marriages have been cancelled and wearing a face mask in public places is compulsory. Pakistan registered the highest number of new cases on Tuesday.

Subject: Say no to ski holiday this year, Italians urged

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 9:28 am

Italians keen to spend their Christmas break out on the snow are being advised to think again. Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte said the country, which on Monday became the sixth nation to surpass 50,000 deaths in the pandemic, "can't afford" the risk of further infections from ski holidays.

Many areas of Italy are currently under partial lockdown, but the lucrative ski sector hoped to make up losses when restrictions are projected to lift on 3 December.

One third of ski resorts annual revenue comes from visits at Christmas and New Year, according to Reuters.

In the northern regions of the Alps and Dolomites, resorts have introduced protocols such as limits on daily passes, but Conte has suggested it is not possible "to allow holidays on the snow".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 608 more Covid deaths in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 10:33 am

A further 608 people had died within 28 days of testing positive for the virus. That brings the UK total to 55,838. And the number of lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK has risen by 11,299. The seven day average for daily deaths continues to rise but the numbers for those testing positive has dropped.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What has been agreed for Christmas?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 12:54 pm

The four nations of the UK have reached a deal on allowing people to meet over Christmas. Here is what they have agreed:

Up to three households can meet between 23 - 27 December

The households can meet in private homes, outdoor public spaces and places of worship

They cannot meet in hospitality settings or other entertainment venues

Current social bubbles in England will count as one household - but this may differ in the other nations

You can continue to meet people outside of your "Christmas bubble" but only in line with the tier rules where you live

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What has been agreed for Christmas?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 12:56 pm


The four nations of the UK have reached a deal on allowing people to meet over Christmas. Here is what they have agreed:

Up to three households can meet between 23 - 27 December

The households can meet in private homes, outdoor public spaces and places of worship

They cannot meet in hospitality settings or other entertainment venues

Current social bubbles in England will count as one household - but this may differ in the other nations

You can continue to meet people outside of your "Christmas bubble" but only in line with the tier rules where you live
I know what I wish to do in order to be safe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/24/20 at 1:11 pm


Oh sorry, maybe it wasn't clear but it was my friend's granddad, not mine.

But yeah, it was really sad. He actually didn't get to see his granddad, he meant to go see him today (Monday) since he was working over the weekend, but the granddad passed away last night two hours after his daughter and granddaughter left after seeing him.

+1 to the "20 people dead" we have become desensitized to hearing everyday.  :-\\



You were clear. But I gave you the hugs because I know it is hard when it gets close.


Cat

Subject: UK's highest daily death toll since May includes 10-year-old boy

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 1:50 pm

A 10-year-old boy was among those who died in hospital as the UK recorded its highest daily death toll for over five months.

The 608 people reported to have died within 28 days of a positive test is the largest total since 12 May, when 614 deaths were recorded.

The parents of Fehzan Jamil, who lived in Bradford and is one of the virus's youngest UK victims, told Channel 4 News of their “indescribable” pain.

Tayyaba and Mohammed Jamil said their son, who had epilepsy and other health problems, was a “really brave fighter” and a “soldier”, who was always cheerful.

Subject: Coronavirus: French lockdown to ease after 'second peak passed'

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/20 at 4:01 pm

France will begin to ease its strict coronavirus lockdown restrictions this weekend, allowing shops to reopen, President Emmanuel Macron says.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-55062393

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/24/20 at 5:34 pm


The vaccine has been reported at 70% after trails, it needs more improvement.


Pfizer/Moderna set the bar real high with 95%.

I think 70% is amazing. Keep in mind, the baseline is 0 (doesn't work; no immunity). Even 30-50% would have been great news. If it can prevent 70% of infections then that will go a long way in getting rid ourselves of this virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/24/20 at 6:36 pm

My cityfolk continue to do good work. The active case count dropped from 180 to 111 over the last few weeks, and that's with no restrictions in place. Getting back to 0 like we did in the summer doesn't seem like a pipe dream anymore!

The case count is exploding in neighbouring cities in the region though, so my region might be put into lockdown anyway. That's going to make some people here really upset.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/24/20 at 10:18 pm

Q1 2021 is when they're estimating the vaccine will be available in Canada. I was hoping for sooner. I'm very impatient for life to get back to normal.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus: French lockdown to ease after 'second peak passed'

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/24/20 at 11:19 pm


France will begin to ease its strict coronavirus lockdown restrictions this weekend, allowing shops to reopen, President Emmanuel Macron says.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-55062393
And yet they have 2 Million active cases 🤦🏽‍♂️

Subject: 'Think carefully' about Christmas bubbles in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/20 at 3:20 am

Three households of any size will be able to get together for five days over the festive period and travel restrictions will be lifted to allow people to move freely across the UK. The leaders of all four nations, though, have issued pleas for caution, especially when it comes to vulnerable relatives. Some scientists have warned the relaxation could spark another wave of infections and further deaths, but ministers hope with compliance up to and after the window the impact can be minimised. Read the rules in detail and our guide to the sort of questions to consider if you're deciding whether to get to together.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/20 at 3:34 am

A report into the UK's purchasing of personal protective equipment has found a lack of preparedness meant price rises earlier this year cost taxpayers about £10bn

Subject: Biden team plans to meet White House task force to discuss vaccination

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/20 at 5:01 am

The US President-elect Joe Biden has said outreach from the White House over the transition has been "sincere".

"It has not been begrudging so far, and I don't expect it to be," he told NBC News as he unveiled his choice of top officials for when he takes over from Donald Trump in January.

Trump finally agreed to allow the formal transition process to begin on Monday, nearly three weeks after the presidential election.

"It's a slow start but it's starting and there's two months left to go, so I'm feeling good about the ability to be able to get up to speed," Biden said.

There were, he said, plans for him to meet the Covid-19 task force in the White House about vaccine distribution and access.

The president-elect had criticised Trump's refusal to engage in a transition which meant also his team had been excluded from planning around a Covid-19 vaccination distribution strategy.

The US is the world's hardest-hit country and there are fears the Thanksgiving holiday could worsen the situation in many states as millions of people travel to spend the holiday with their families and friends.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/11/25/d5d1c01a-ecbd-4384-a8b5-128e1ebe79de.png

Subject: Poland and Russia report record deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/20 at 5:44 am

Russia has reported its highest number of daily coronavirus-related deaths since the start of the pandemic - 507 - taking its national death toll to 37,538. The country has seen a rapid surge in virus cases - it has confirmed more than 2.1 million cases - but the authorities have rejected the idea of imposing another national lockdown. On Tuesday, the developers of Russia's main coronavirus vaccine - Sputnik V - said it was proving to be up to 95% effective. They want to make a billion doses available next year, at about $10 (£7) each, but there have been hints of problems with mass production. Some critics have suggested the vaccine is being rushed through, claims Moscow rejects.

Poland has also had a record daily death toll, 674, and the total number to 14,988. The country currently has the fourth-highest death rate in the EU, according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control. Poland is still under a partial lockdown with most stores in shopping centres, museums, theatres and cinemas closed. Shopping centre stores are due to reopen from Saturday for the Christmas shopping period.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In Sweden

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/20 at 6:06 am

In Sweden, pharmacies are reporting a rapid increase in face mask sales, despite the country still not officially recommending general usage in public spaces. It follows the announcement of stricter social-distancing recommendations and rules in the country, which has never had a formal lockdown. Public events of more than eight people were banned on Tuesday and the country introduced a ban on serving alcohol after 22:00 last week. There has been a rapid increase in reported deaths and hospital admissions related to Covid-19 in Sweden in recent weeks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/25/20 at 7:47 am


Q1 2021 is when they're estimating the vaccine will be available in Canada. I was hoping for sooner. I'm very impatient for life to get back to normal.


What about in New York? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/25/20 at 7:49 am

Maybe someone can explain as to why I have to isolate myself for 10 days when the person who got COVID, that would be My Mother has to isolate herself for as long as she has to, I'm the one who was tested negative but she got a bit of coughing fits.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/20 at 8:05 am


Maybe someone can explain as to why I have to isolate myself for 10 days when the person who got COVID, that would be My Mother has to isolate herself for as long as she has to, I'm the one who was tested negative but she got a bit of coughing fits.
Self-isolation means you must stay at home and not leave the house for 14 days (in the UK). It is very important that you follow this advice even if you feel well, as symptoms can take up to 14 days to appear from your last contact with the person who has tested positive for coronavirus ( COVID-19 ).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/25/20 at 8:59 am


Q1 2021 is when they're estimating the vaccine will be available in Canada. I was hoping for sooner. I'm very impatient for life to get back to normal.
Same. I'm gonna be the first person in my high school to take the vaccine as well so I can share to people in my community whether its effective or not. I don't care what people say, I'm taking it

Subject: US sees deadliest day in more than six months

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/20 at 9:45 am

The US recorded nearly 2,100 virus deaths on Tuesday, according to the Covid Tracking Project - the highest single-day total since May.

As cases and hospital admissions surge across the country, experts have warned that deaths will follow. The daily caseload has not dipped below 100,000 in three weeks, and the US on Tuesday hit a record high in hospital admissions for the 15th consecutive day.

The concerning upward trend is expected to worsen in coming days with the US Thanksgiving holiday, which typically heralds the busiest week for travel in the US.

And while fewer Americans are travelling this year, the holiday typically calls for congregating and eating indoors with large groups - risky activities for Covid spread.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/25/20 at 9:59 am


Same. I'm gonna be the first person in my high school to take the vaccine as well so I can share to people in my community whether its effective or not. I don't care what people say, I'm taking it


You can probably sign up for the trials. You might get a placebo though.

Subject: US men charged for trying to sell 50 million non-existent masks

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/20 at 11:20 am

Two Texas men have been charged with attempting to sell 50 million non-existent medical face masks to a foreign government, according to the US Justice Department.

Paschal Ngozi Eleanya, 46, and Arael Doolittle, 55, defrauded an unnamed foreign government out of more than $317m (£237m) - the total purchase price of the masks - according to the indictment.

With their brokers, the pair allegedly negotiated a sales price for the masks that was five times the public list price of the masks, set by the manufacturers. The two expected to personally receive up to $275m as a result of the scheme, according to the charges.

Authorities disrupted the sale before it could be completed but the foreign government had already wired the funds, court documents said.

If convicted, Doolittle and Eleanya could face up to 25 years behind bars, and a maximum $250,000 (£187,000) fine.

Subject: Man jailed after posing as contact tracer

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/20 at 11:52 am

Coronavirus-related crime is a global trend, clearly, as a man who tried to take money while posing as a Covid-19 contact tracer in England has been jailed.

Martin Payne visited houses in Stafford in September wearing a high-visibility bib and claimed to be collecting money for the NHS, Staffordshire Police said.

The force said that, when challenged about identification, he walked away.

Contact tracers notify, interview, and advise those who have been in contact with people who have tested positive for Covid-19.

Payne, 30, has been jailed for six weeks, and also ordered to pay a victim surcharge of £128.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/25/20 at 2:37 pm

Ontario recommending a virtual Christmas. Hopefully people follow the rules, the Thanksgiving celebrations already caused so much death.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/25/20 at 2:46 pm

Just before I got a call from The NYC COVID test and she asked me a bunch of questions, It took about 20 minutes and they will monitor me every day until isolation is over, has anyone got a call from them and how did it go? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/20 at 2:50 pm


Ontario recommending a virtual Christmas. Hopefully people follow the rules, the Thanksgiving celebrations already caused so much death.
A virtual Christmas with non bubble members of my family.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/25/20 at 2:50 pm


Just before I got a call from The NYC COVID test and she asked me a bunch of questions, It took about 20 minutes and they will monitor me every day until isolation is over, has anyone got a call from them and how did it go? ???


Oh wow, looks like your state's contact tracing system is working. My mom went to a wedding with a sick person attending and she never got any call, and she went to a doctor's appointment and all sorts of places afterwards.

What kind of questions did they ask?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/20 at 2:52 pm


Just before I got a call from The NYC COVID test and she asked me a bunch of questions, It took about 20 minutes and they will monitor me every day until isolation is over, has anyone got a call from them and how did it go? ???
It sounds like a better system there in NYC than it is here.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/25/20 at 3:10 pm


Oh wow, looks like your state's contact tracing system is working. My mom went to a wedding with a sick person attending and she never got any call, and she went to a doctor's appointment and all sorts of places afterwards.

What kind of questions did they ask?


COVID questions, my race, religion and a bunch of others too and she gave me a bunch of phone numbers to copy down, who in the heck is going to remember them all?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/25/20 at 3:10 pm


It sounds like a better system there in NYC than it is here.


Yes, they will monitor me via text just to see how I'm doing until isolation is over.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 11/25/20 at 3:11 pm


COVID questions, my race, religion and a bunch of others too and she gave me a bunch of phone numbers to copy down, who in the heck is going to remember them all?


I was recently tested for Covid, and they didn't ask me any questions.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/25/20 at 3:40 pm


COVID questions, my race, religion and a bunch of others too and she gave me a bunch of phone numbers to copy down, who in the heck is going to remember them all?
You're supposed to write them down so you don't have to remember them. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/25/20 at 3:51 pm

I figure Carlos & I will be last on the list to get a vaccine. We do not work in health care or in schools. We do not live in a community setting (like a nursing home). We don't have to be out in public.

Carlos signed up to be part of a vaccine trial but they had a lot of people so they didn't need him.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/25/20 at 4:22 pm


You can probably sign up for the trials. You might get a placebo though.
No, I mean once it is approved by the FDA or Health Canada, Ill be first in line to take it

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/25/20 at 4:24 pm


I was recently tested for Covid, and they didn't ask me any questions.


I wonder why all the questions since he was negative?

When they tested me before my surgery there were no questions. They said if I never heard from them within 48 hrs then I was negative. Only reason they would contact me is if I was positive. No news is good news.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 11/25/20 at 4:38 pm


I wonder why all the questions since he was negative?

When they tested me before my surgery there were no questions. They said if I never heard from them within 48 hrs then I was negative. Only reason they would contact me is if I was positive. No news is good news.


When I was tested (negative) in the early months I didn't get asked any questions either. In fact the whole thing was surreal. It was a big empty room with people covered head to toe in space suits that didn't say much at all. I didn't see another soul anywhere except the medical people. It was like being kidnapped by space aliens and probed, except that I went voluntarily.  There were no long lines and no shortages of tests either, unlike what the fake news was spewing forth at the time. I was the only one there. And when I first called them they told me to come the same day.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/25/20 at 5:07 pm

I have not been tested at all-but I have had my temp taken.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/25/20 at 5:48 pm


No, I mean once it is approved by the FDA or Health Canada, Ill be first in line to take it


Oh, that's what you mean. FYI, the vaccine trial has 20,000+ participants from various age groups, ethnicities, genders, health conditions etc. so you don't need to test it for your friends. By the time it's out it will be certified safe. ;)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/25/20 at 8:38 pm

Wow, 2,300 deaths in the US. That's as much as March/April! I noticed Europe also had 5,500 deaths today and 5,800 yesterday.

Canada also recorded just shy of 100. 35 of those were in Ontario.  >:(

There were 12,000+ deaths recorded globally in a single day, which looks like a record. The real number is much higher.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/25/20 at 8:40 pm


My cityfolk continue to do good work. The active case count dropped from 180 to 111 over the last few weeks, and that's with no restrictions in place. Getting back to 0 like we did in the summer doesn't seem like a pipe dream anymore!

The case count is exploding in neighbouring cities in the region though, so my region might be put into lockdown anyway. That's going to make some people here really upset.


Today the active case count in my city dropped to 104, from 111 yesterday. Fingers crossed it drops below 100 tomorrow, and gets to near 0 before Christmas.

There were 8 people in hospital last week, that has dropped to 4 as of today. However, 1 person is in the ICU with COVID-19 where there was none before. Hopefully that person makes it out of there.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 11/25/20 at 8:44 pm


I wonder why all the questions since he was negative?

When they tested me before my surgery there were no questions. They said if I never heard from them within 48 hrs then I was negative. Only reason they would contact me is if I was positive. No news is good news.


Well, he does live in New York I heard that people living there have more strict guidelines. I live in Rhode Island and it's very strict here. But I think New York has the worst. I'm just going by what I hear on the news.

Subject: Re: Say no to ski holiday this year, Italians urged

Written By: nally on 11/25/20 at 9:43 pm


I have not been tested at all-but I have had my temp taken.


Cat

Same with me.

In fact, any time I've had to go to my office, I use our little thermometer at home to take my temp before going out. Each time I've had an acceptable reading. (In case I forget, there's a forehead thermometer inside the office which can be used when I come in.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/25/20 at 9:52 pm


Oh, that's what you mean. FYI, the vaccine trial has 20,000+ participants from various age groups, ethnicities, genders, health conditions etc. so you don't need to test it for your friends. By the time it's out it will be certified safe. ;)
Yeah true true, but unfortunately, lots of people in my high school are anti vaxxers or those popular a-holes also known as clout chases who make fun of people, think the virus is fake and won't take the vaccine. Basically, nobody is wanting to take the vaccine in my school soo yeah. If they won't do it, I'll do it myself, because I'm tired of people saying Covid is fake or "I'm too scared I'm never taking it hahahaha"

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/25/20 at 10:09 pm


Yeah true true, but unfortunately, lots of people in my high school are anti vaxxers or those popular a-holes also known as clout chases who make fun of people, think the virus is fake and won't take the vaccine. Basically, nobody is wanting to take the vaccine in my school soo yeah. If they won't do it, I'll do it myself, because I'm tired of people saying Covid is fake or "I'm too scared I'm never taking it hahahaha"


Wow, I forgot what a hellhole high school was. Good luck in there! The kids at university are way smarter, in case you are running out of reasons to live like I was at that age ;D

Subject: Mink infected with a mutated form of COVID-19 rising from graves after mass-cull

Written By: 2001 on 11/25/20 at 10:42 pm

Dead mink infected with a mutated form of COVID-19 rise from graves after mass culling

Add "zombies" to your 2020 list :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/25/20 at 10:52 pm

My grandkids 21 and 23 would never take it...they are healthy and strong and take good care of themselves...and both univ students, one graduate and one in 3rd year and waiting out covid to go back to closed down college, he has no desire to get 2 last yrs online...nope..

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/25/20 at 11:04 pm


My grandkids 21 and 23 would never take it...they are healthy and strong and take good care of themselves...and both univ students, one graduate and one in 3rd year and waiting out covid to go back to closed down college, he has no desire to get 2 last yrs online...nope..


Americans should not take the vaccine. It only works on Canadians., just give them all to us.

Subject: Re: Mink infected with a mutated form of COVID-19 rising from graves after mass-cull

Written By: 2001 on 11/25/20 at 11:43 pm


GET OUT...real zombies? I'm too lazy to read the page, but that's really scary.  :o


Lol nah, they were buried in shallow graves and due to a chemical reaction in the decaying process they "jumped" (rose up) out of the grave.

Subject: Re: Mink infected with a mutated form of COVID-19 rising from graves after mass-cull

Written By: violet_shy on 11/25/20 at 11:51 pm


Lol nah, they were buried in shallow graves and due to a chemical reaction in the decaying process they "jumped" (rose up) out of the grave.


Aw man! I wanted to delete my post can't now because you quoted me  ;D Nevermind.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/26/20 at 7:59 am


I was recently tested for Covid, and they didn't ask me any questions.


It was one those COVID hotline numbers a woman wanted to talk to My Mother just a few days ago who has a bit of it and then she wanted to talk to me for 20 minutes yesterday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/26/20 at 7:59 am


You're supposed to write them down so you don't have to remember them. :o


I did write them down.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/26/20 at 8:02 am


I wonder why all the questions since he was negative?

When they tested me before my surgery there were no questions. They said if I never heard from them within 48 hrs then I was negative. Only reason they would contact me is if I was positive. No news is good news.


They wanted to ask me questions because I was living with My Parents who have it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/26/20 at 8:07 am


When I was tested (negative) in the early months I didn't get asked any questions either. In fact the whole thing was surreal. It was a big empty room with people covered head to toe in space suits that didn't say much at all. I didn't see another soul anywhere except the medical people. It was like being kidnapped by space aliens and probed, except that I went voluntarily.  There were no long lines and no shortages of tests either, unlike what the fake news was spewing forth at the time. I was the only one there. And when I first called them they told me to come the same day.


I had to wait 3 and a half hours on line to get the nose swab, imagine being there waiting at 8:15am up until 12pm feeling very anxious. 

Subject: Re: Say no to ski holiday this year, Italians urged

Written By: nally on 11/26/20 at 10:43 am


They wanted to ask me questions because I was living with My Parents who have it.

Your parents have the virus? :o :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/26/20 at 11:12 am


I had to wait 3 and a half hours on line to get the nose swab, imagine being there waiting at 8:15am up until 12pm feeling very anxious.


Wow I drove into an empty parking lot for mine. Showed up early which was no problem. They didn’t go to the back of my throat. Just stuck it up my nose a ways and moved it around and counted to 8.

Subject: Re: Say no to ski holiday this year, Italians urged

Written By: Howard on 11/26/20 at 2:32 pm


Your parents have the virus? :o :o


First My Father then My Mother caught it but I was tested negative and that's good.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/26/20 at 2:33 pm


Wow I drove into an empty parking lot for mine. Showed up early which was no problem. They didn’t go to the back of my throat. Just stuck it up my nose a ways and moved it around and counted to 8.


How long was your waiting period?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/26/20 at 3:07 pm


How long was your waiting period?


To get the test? None. It was downstate and I didn’t know how long it would take to get there so I scheduled it as the last one of the day. I got there an hour early and they said no problem, nobody else was there anyway. A little drive through tent set up in the middle of a big empty parking lot.

Subject: Re: Say no to ski holiday this year, Italians urged

Written By: nally on 11/26/20 at 4:45 pm


First My Father then My Mother caught it but I was tested negative and that's good.

Glad you tested negative. O0

Have they been quarantined or have they had additional tests?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/26/20 at 5:42 pm

Does anyone realize that one can test neg one day and a day or two later test positive...just hearing KFI again and 1000's are standing in line to test, what for, they could come out negative and next day could be positive.....ridiculous.

Just got a ad from a company endorsed by Fauci for a test kit you can buy and test yourself everyday if one is that paranoid...of course I deleted the ad.    Wonder h ow much $$ Fauci makes for his endorsements...grrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 11/26/20 at 6:49 pm


Does anyone realize that one can test neg one day and a day or two later test positive...just hearing KFI again and 1000's are standing in line to test, what for, they could come out negative and next day could be positive.....ridiculous.

Just got a ad from a company endorsed by Fauci for a test kit you can buy and test yourself everyday if one is that paranoid...of course I deleted the ad.    Wonder h ow much $$ Fauci makes for his endorsements...grrrrrrrrrrrrrrr


A cheap fast home test kit would be so nice. You could test before you go to some event and at least you would more than likely be good for a partial day. Sure there are jerks everywhere who don’t care about others, but I think most people would choose to not give it to others if they knew they were positive, if they didn’t have to hole up the rest of their life if they were negative.

Nothing is perfect but it would be better than the system we have right now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/27/20 at 8:02 am


To get the test? None. It was downstate and I didn’t know how long it would take to get there so I scheduled it as the last one of the day. I got there an hour early and they said no problem, nobody else was there anyway. A little drive through tent set up in the middle of a big empty parking lot.


If one day I decide to get another test, I will try to get there earlier, maybe a half hour earlier before they open up that way there won't be much of a line that I have to wait on.

Subject: Re: Say no to ski holiday this year, Italians urged

Written By: Howard on 11/27/20 at 8:03 am


Glad you tested negative. O0

Have they been quarantined or have they had additional tests?


My Father came home yesterday and he's home and My Mother is coughing like crazy so they're both have to be quarantined, my isolation ends next week.

Subject: Re: Say no to ski holiday this year, Italians urged

Written By: nally on 11/27/20 at 11:35 am


My Father came home yesterday and he's home and My Mother is coughing like crazy so they're both have to be quarantined, my isolation ends next week.

Thanks for the update. O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/27/20 at 12:26 pm

Rebellion Rising; people have had too much

https://blog.nomorefakenews.com/2020/11/27/rebellion-rising-the-people-have-had-enough/

CA is hot going with lawsuits for all the restaurant closures for one major one.  And so so much other areas of life's enjoyments..

Disneyland a CA treasure since I believe 1955 has been closed down and thousands have lost jobs...and I understand other Disneylands around the world are open or partially....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/27/20 at 1:55 pm

If you can find an honest site about Dr. Fauci's life history you will see that the man has continuously put his own financial enrichment ahead of scientific facts. He was asked to leave India after his vaccines paralyzed Indian children. But he got his research done cheaply.

There was a huge scandal during the AIDS crisis when he knowingly disseminated falsified research at a global health conference. How he has stayed out of prison is a puzzle.

He can also be connected to research on the virus we are now dealing with previous to the outbreak. Folks, he's a treacherous man.

Read what Robert Kennedy, Jr. has to say about him and do your own research:

https://drleonardcoldwell.com/2020/0...ci-is-a-fraud/



There is much money to be made on Covid. It motivates the medical profession to diagnose it as often as possible.

According to webmd only six percent of certified covid deaths are caused by covid alone and only about one percent of sufferers die from it., Those are spectacularly good odds.

Recently a man in Croatia fell off a ladder and died with a positive covid test. Cause of death? Covid. Same with a man who died of a motorcycle accident in Florida. This is happening everywhere and scares people litterally out of their ability to think rationally.

If you check our death statistics for the things that normally kill us they are way down. You'd think we'd had a renaissance in health care. Where did the heart attacks, cancer, strokes go? Covid deaths. It's a bizzare distortion of fact.

Incidentally do you remember 2009 when President Obama declared a national health emergency for H1N1 and what was done to protect us? Neither do I.

All facts considered the national response is entirely out of proportion to the threat posed.

(I know. Nevermind.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/27/20 at 3:22 pm


https://drleonardcoldwell.com/2020/0...ci-is-a-fraud/


Your link doesn't go anywhere.
I have to read up on Fauci but to call him fake and then try to link to Bernd Klein (that's Coldwell's  real name) is pretty rich again. He can't even prove his alleged qualifications. ::)
It's also funny that you listen to a man who wants you to take bleach (Chlorine Dioxide...well, he calls it Miracle Mineral Supplement) to cure cancer, Alzheimer's and AIDS while thinking that vaccines are unhealthy. ::)


Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/28/20 at 9:41 pm

My cousin tested positive for COVID-19. She is a teacher, and apparently three kids had symptoms and were awaiting their results, but their parents dropped them off at school anyway. She lives with my aunt (her mom) who is a multiple-times cancer survivor and 65 years old, and also my uncle (her dad) who is in his late 60s. I hope they don't catch it but the probability is not in their favour...  :-\\

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Dude111 on 11/29/20 at 2:27 am

Please try to stay calm everyone!!

Howard - Thank you for the update

Jaminheaith - Thank you for your excellent reply above....


We all must stay calm and not let them run our lives!!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/29/20 at 7:13 am


My cousin tested positive for COVID-19. She is a teacher, and apparently three kids had symptoms and were awaiting their results, but their parents dropped them off at school anyway. She lives with my aunt (her mom) who is a multiple-times cancer survivor and 65 years old, and also my uncle (her dad) who is in his late 60s. I hope they don't catch it but the probability is not in their favour...  :-\\


I'm sorry to hear that, hope they get better soon.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/29/20 at 7:15 am


Please try to stay calm everyone!!

Howard - Thank you for the update


Jaminheaith - Thank you for your excellent reply above....


We all must stay calm and not let them run our lives!!


I can't wait till this isolation is over, I want to get back to work soon.

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: nally on 11/29/20 at 11:05 am


I can't wait till this isolation is over, I want to get back to work soon.

I'm sure we all want to get back to our "normal" lives as soon as possible.

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: Howard on 11/29/20 at 1:34 pm


I'm sure we all want to get back to our "normal" lives as soon as possible.


Us all (My Father And I) have to isolate ourselves from My Mother until this situation is over, My Father does what he needs to do in the basement and I am in my bedroom for the time being.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 11/29/20 at 1:48 pm


My cousin tested positive for COVID-19. She is a teacher, and apparently three kids had symptoms and were awaiting their results, but their parents dropped them off at school anyway. She lives with my aunt (her mom) who is a multiple-times cancer survivor and 65 years old, and also my uncle (her dad) who is in his late 60s. I hope they don't catch it but the probability is not in their favour...  :-\\



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Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/29/20 at 2:08 pm



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Cat

I'm sorry to hear that, hope they get better soon.  :(


Thanks guys. The situation might not be as bad as I initially thought. She got sick and tested on Monday, the results didn't come back until Friday (?!) but by then her fever had gone away and at the moment she only has a light cough. I only heard about it yesterday (Saturday). Considering my aunt/uncle haven't fallen ill yet, they might have escaped it. I believe they are awaiting their test results.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 11/29/20 at 2:29 pm


My cousin tested positive for COVID-19. She is a teacher, and apparently three kids had symptoms and were awaiting their results, but their parents dropped them off at school anyway. She lives with my aunt (her mom) who is a multiple-times cancer survivor and 65 years old, and also my uncle (her dad) who is in his late 60s. I hope they don't catch it but the probability is not in their favour...  :-\\


Oh no. I hope she gets better from it. :-[

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: AmericanGirl on 11/29/20 at 3:48 pm


My cousin tested positive for COVID-19. She is a teacher, and apparently three kids had symptoms and were awaiting their results, but their parents dropped them off at school anyway. She lives with my aunt (her mom) who is a multiple-times cancer survivor and 65 years old, and also my uncle (her dad) who is in his late 60s. I hope they don't catch it but the probability is not in their favour...  :-\\


Sorry to hear this  :\'(  Best wishes for her and her family.

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: nally on 11/29/20 at 7:35 pm


Us all (My Father And I) have to isolate ourselves from My Mother until this situation is over, My Father does what he needs to do in the basement and I am in my bedroom for the time being.

sounds like a plan.

Subject: Re: Mink infected with a mutated form of COVID-19 rising from graves after mass-cull

Written By: nally on 11/29/20 at 7:37 pm


My cousin tested positive for COVID-19. She is a teacher, and apparently three kids had symptoms and were awaiting their results, but their parents dropped them off at school anyway. She lives with my aunt (her mom) who is a multiple-times cancer survivor and 65 years old, and also my uncle (her dad) who is in his late 60s. I hope they don't catch it but the probability is not in their favour...  :-\\


Oh no! Sorry to hear this. :o

Sending well wishes...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 11/29/20 at 9:32 pm


Oh no. I hope she gets better from it. :-
Sorry to hear this  :\'(  Best wishes for her and her family.



Oh no! Sorry to hear this. :o

Sending well wishes...


Thanks for the concern everyone. She has already mostly recovered (see my previous post). From what I've read if the fever is gone you are no longer infectious. She has still a lingering cough, but I think the worst has been avoided, provided my aunt/uncle don't test positive. :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/29/20 at 11:22 pm

Discussing the Failure of the CDC and this coronavirus....here is what the CDC is supposed to be about:

CDC's main goal:

Its main goal is to protect public health and safety through the control and prevention of disease, injury, and disability in the US and internationally.


Those almost 11,000 employees slipped up.....What happened??????  j

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/30/20 at 2:13 am


Those almost 11,000 employees slipped up.....What happened??????  j

People who put economic interests above human lives happened.

People who said "It's all a hoax" happened.

People who said "It's just another flu" happened.

People who said "They can't force me to wear a mask and stay away from people" happened.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 2:26 am

In the UK, all vulnerable people are being offered free Vitamin D that will last for four months, application through a letter once it arrives.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/30/20 at 8:12 am


Thanks guys. The situation might not be as bad as I initially thought. She got sick and tested on Monday, the results didn't come back until Friday (?!) but by then her fever had gone away and at the moment she only has a light cough. I only heard about it yesterday (Saturday). Considering my aunt/uncle haven't fallen ill yet, they might have escaped it. I believe they are awaiting their test results.


My Father took My Mother to the hospital just this morning and she's hacking coughs and feeling weak, we'll see how long she'll be in and My Father has been feeling a bit weak himself, it must be his prostate.

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: Howard on 11/30/20 at 8:14 am


sounds like a plan.


It's not easy but it has to be done.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/30/20 at 8:18 am


Thanks for the concern everyone. She has already mostly recovered (see my previous post). From what I've read if the fever is gone you are no longer infectious. She has still a lingering cough, but I think the worst has been avoided, provided my aunt/uncle don't test positive. :)


My Mother has been coughing so hopefully everything will be OK, just need to reassure her that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 11:46 am


My Mother has been coughing so hopefully everything will be OK, just need to reassure her that.
I trust you mother is resting well with her condition?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/30/20 at 12:12 pm


In the UK, all vulnerable people are being offered free Vitamin D that will last for four months, application through a letter once it arrives.


Some people THINK that if they take a couple doses of Vit D that is the "cure"""  not so, if their D levels are LOW to begin with it takes some months to get the levels up, like taking 5K and 10K daily for months and being tested to check levels.    D is so inexpensive, can't the people in the UK afford to buy their own?

Back in 2006 when I found I was so low, 16, it took about 6 months to get  up to 34 or so and I kept going until I felt great at 80 in the range.... Range is usually 20-100 in labs.....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/30/20 at 12:30 pm


People who put economic interests above human lives happened.

People who said "It's all a hoax" happened.

People who said "It's just another flu" happened.

People who said "They can't force me to wear a mask and stay away from people" happened.


All of the above may have happened BUT where were the CDC in the first place?  Sleeping, cashing their FAT paychecks and going back to SLEEP...... I have no trust in the CDC.....The gatekeepers left the gate OPEN......and there are many failures from this organization.....

Subject: Shops in England can open longer in run-up to Christmas

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 12:54 pm

Environment Secretary George Eustice saying the government was looking at ways to avoid overcrowding in shops in December. Writing in the Daily Telegraph, Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick said shops in England will be allowed to stay open for longer in the run-up to Christmas and in January. Local authorities will be able to temporarily waive the rules restricting retail opening hours and shopkeepers and councils will decide how long stores will stay open, he said. The new rules would run from Monday to Saturday. Jenrick said the relaxation of the rules would allow shopping to be "more pleasant and safer".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 12:57 pm


Some people THINK that if they take a couple doses of Vit D that is the "cure"""  not so, if their D levels are LOW to begin with it takes some months to get the levels up, like taking 5K and 10K daily for months and being tested to check levels.    D is so inexpensive, can't the people in the UK afford to buy their own?

Back in 2006 when I found I was so low, 16, it took about 6 months to get  up to 34 or so and I kept going until I felt great at 80 in the range.... Range is usually 20-100 in labs.....
It is nothing concerning a cure, it is to help to keep bones, teeth and muscles healthy.

Subject: Virus measures add costs to delayed Tokyo Games

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 1:08 pm

The cost of hosting the delayed Tokyo Olympic Games in Japan next year is swelling, as organisers invest in measures to mitigate the spread of coronavirus.

A report by Japan’s Kyodo news agency said organisers would need to spend an extra 100 billion yen ($960m; £720m) on virus-proofing the Games.

The money will be spent on health-care infrastructure, including a testing system and personal protective equipment, the report said.

The Games were expected to cost around 1.35 trillion yen before they were postponed in March. The delay is expected to increase the total cost by about 200 billion yen, according to Kyodo’s report.

Earlier this month the head of the International Olympics Committee (IOC), Thomas Bach, said he was "very confident" that spectators will be able to attend the Games next year.

Bach said the IOC would take "great efforts" in making sure fans were vaccinated before arriving.

More than 11,000 athletes from about 200 countries were scheduled to take part in the 2020 Games, now due to begin in July 2021.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/30/20 at 1:14 pm


It is nothing concerning a cure, it is to help to keep bones, teeth and muscles healthy.


It is to help fight Covid. All the other as well but immune system overall.

Subject: Re: Shops in England can open longer in run-up to Christmas

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/30/20 at 1:17 pm


Environment Secretary George Eustice saying the government was looking at ways to avoid overcrowding in shops in December. Writing in the Daily Telegraph, Housing Secretary Robert Jenrick said shops in England will be allowed to stay open for longer in the run-up to Christmas and in January. Local authorities will be able to temporarily waive the rules restricting retail opening hours and shopkeepers and councils will decide how long stores will stay open, he said. The new rules would run from Monday to Saturday. Jenrick said the relaxation of the rules would allow shopping to be "more pleasant and safer".


Too bad people can't forego all their shopping mania for a year, stay out of stores, buy online if need be and just be smart with your family/friends and save $$ and shop very little...or give some cash to those in  your life and they can buy their needs down the road...smart in my mind....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 1:19 pm


It is to help fight Covid. All the other as well but immune system overall.
It is nothing concerning a cure for Coronavirus, it is to help to keep bones, teeth and muscles healthy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/30/20 at 1:25 pm

Philip ??????

It's all of it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 1:27 pm


Philip ??????

It's all of it.
When I get my letter, I will see if it is the cure for Coronavirus, but I doubt it!

Subject: Pubs and restaurants in Wales to be banned from selling alcohol

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 1:29 pm

Pubs, cafes and restaurants in Wales will be banned from selling alcohol and will have to close at 18:00, First Minister Mark Drakeford has said.

They will be able to provide takeaway services after that time.

The rule comes into force from Friday at 18:00 and will be reviewed on 17 December.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/30/20 at 1:39 pm


When I get my letter, I will see if it is the cure for Coronavirus, but I doubt it!


Philip, you continue to say "cure" ... that is not said but optimal levels of D can Prevent CV and then one does not need a cure ..... Vit C, Vit D, Zinc, Grape Seed Extract = Prevention.

The govt knows nothing about good natural health....Zilch... 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 1:46 pm


Philip, you continue to say "cure" ... that is not said but optimal levels of D can Prevent CV and then one does not need a cure ..... Vit C, Vit D, Zinc, Grape Seed Extract = Prevention.

The govt knows nothing about good natural health....Zilch... 
At this moment of time the only "cure" is not to catch it in the first place!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/30/20 at 1:54 pm


At this moment of time the only "cure" is not to catch it in the first place!


That is right, and I've read enough who have CV, mildly, never get sick and those who die.  And a lot in between.  And again as has been said here MANY TIMES, so many with horrible  health issues to begin with.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/30/20 at 1:55 pm


I trust you mother is resting well with her condition?


She'll be coming home in a few days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 1:56 pm


She'll be coming home in a few days.
That is good to hear, but she most take good care when at home.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/30/20 at 1:58 pm


Discussing the Failure of the CDC and this coronavirus....here is what the CDC is supposed to be about:

CDC's main goal:

Its main goal is to protect public health and safety through the control and prevention of disease, injury, and disability in the US and internationally.


Those almost 11,000 employees slipped up.....What happened??????  j


Well then someone needs to tell CDC to stop sending me texts taking me to a form I have to fill out and it's the same one every single damn day until this isolation is over cause they're getting on my last nerve and I want to curse them out so badly.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/30/20 at 2:00 pm


All of the above may have happened BUT where were the CDC in the first place?  Sleeping, cashing their FAT paychecks and going back to SLEEP...... I have no trust in the CDC.....The gatekeepers left the gate OPEN......and there are many failures from this organization.....


Have they texted you to send you to a form you have to fill out or have you gotten a call from them?

Subject: Rita Ora sorry for 'spur of the moment' lockdown birthday party

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 2:03 pm

Pop star Rita Ora has publicly apologised after holding a "small" 30th birthday party with up to 30 guests, despite such gatherings being strictly banned under England's lockdown.

The Sun newspaper earlier exposed the "lavish" event after obtaining photographs showing Ora and others entering a closed restaurant in west London on Saturday. The Sun said Ora agreed with police to pay a £10,000 fine.

The Let You Love Me singer said in a statement it was a "spur of the moment decision made with the misguided view that we were coming out of lockdown and this would be OK".

"I'm deeply sorry for breaking the rules and in turn understand that this puts people at risk," she continued.

"This was a serious and inexcusable error of judgement. Given the restrictions, I realise how irresponsible these actions were and I take full responsibility.

"I feel particularly embarrassed knowing first-hand how hard people have worked to combat this terrible illness and being fully aware of the sacrifices that people and businesses have made to help keep us all safe. Even though this won't make it right, I want to sincerely apologise."

Indoor gatherings are banned and restaurants closed in England until 2 December. Police have powers to issue £10,000 fixed penalty notices for gatherings of more than 30 people.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/30/20 at 2:03 pm


That is right, and I've read enough who have CV, mildly, never get sick and those who die.  And a lot in between.  And again as has been said here MANY TIMES, so many with horrible  health issues to begin with.


I get sick but I can't remember the last time I gotten the flu which kept me in bed for days and that was many years, if I get a cold it can last about 1-2 days and it's out of my system.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/30/20 at 2:04 pm


That is good to hear, but she most take good care when at home.


She's been a bit weak, she doesn't want to eat much cause she finds some things nauseating.

Subject: When does England's lockdown end?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 2:04 pm

The government has confirmed England's new tiers system will “come into effect from the beginning of Wednesday 2 December”, marking the end of the lockdown.

In all tiers, all non-essential retail, including indoor and outdoor markets and car boot sales, can reopen from Wednesday, but must follow Covid-19 secure guidelines.

Other businesses and venues which can reopen from that day include personal care and close-contact services such as hairdressers, barbers, beauty salons and tattoo parlours, leisure and sporting facilities like gyms, leisure centres, golf courses and swimming pools, and public buildings including libraries, community centres and halls.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 2:05 pm


She's been a bit weak, she doesn't want to eat much cause she finds some things nauseating.
I am not a medical expert, but will soups help?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/30/20 at 2:06 pm


She's been a bit weak, she doesn't want to eat much cause she finds some things nauseating.


I read a while back that some people said that as their sense of taste came back it was a bit distorted and made things taste like petrol and other weird things

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/30/20 at 2:06 pm


Well then someone needs to tell CDC to stop sending me texts taking me to a form I have to fill out and it's the same one every single damn day until this isolation is over cause they're getting on my last nerve and I want to curse them out so badly.


They are just doing their job and checking in on you to make sure you are isolating I expect.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/30/20 at 2:08 pm


Well then someone needs to tell CDC to stop sending me texts taking me to a form I have to fill out and it's the same one every single damn day until this isolation is over cause they're getting on my last nerve and I want to curse them out so badly.


It's a huge beaucracy, forget the form, feel better on your own, their numbers are worthless....bunch of pencil pushers, computer giants, collecting lots of money....government is full of WASTE....Trump is correct on that one, I knew that long long ago.  I've heard "want a nice paycheck and cushy job, go to work for govt"....

Everything is computerized and no real person checks in on anyone. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/30/20 at 2:24 pm


I am not a medical expert, but will soups help?


She's been having soup.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 2:24 pm


She's been having soup.
Soft bread?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/30/20 at 2:25 pm


I read a while back that some people said that as their sense of taste came back it was a bit distorted and made things taste like petrol and other weird things


When I had my cold last week I couldn't smell or taste anything but as soon as my sense of taste came back I ate like a pig.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/30/20 at 2:31 pm


They are just doing their job and checking in on you to make sure you are isolating I expect.


Yes I am isolating but I have to go back to work on Friday The 4th cause that's what I told my front end supervisor the day I would come back to work but the CDC said I should isolate until The 8th and I have to get back to work before that, I don't want to lose anymore days, I'm doing my isolating and that's all I can do, Would I get jail time or have to pay a fine? Just hope The CDC understands.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 2:31 pm


When I had my cold last week I couldn't smell or taste anything but as soon as my sense of taste came back I ate like a pig.
May be you had it mildly?

Over the months of Coronavirus, my smell and taste had been the complete opposite to the extreme, smelling aromas I do not associate with my home, and my taste very strange, but my condition does not help.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/30/20 at 2:49 pm


forget the form

Would there be legal consequences for not filling out that form?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/30/20 at 3:31 pm


Yes I am isolating but I have to go back to work on Friday The 4th cause that's what I told my front end supervisor the day I would come back to work but the CDC said I should isolate until The 8th and I have to get back to work before that, I don't want to lose anymore days, I'm doing my isolating and that's all I can do, Would I get jail time or have to pay a fine? Just hope The CDC understands.


I don’t know Howard. I hope someone here knows what the legal situation is in the US, or in New York in particular the rules vary across the different states.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 3:32 pm


Would there be legal consequences for not filling out that form?
Similar to if under quarantine in the UK, and the authorities discover you are not home?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/30/20 at 3:47 pm

Legal????  They are making up rules as they go along thru this whole mess.  So much is not a legal rule....Handing out fines as we're told is  happening, I've heard of people being  handed fines and tearing them up in front of the one giving out a "fine".....

Fines being given for people out of work and no money coming in grrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.... >:(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/30/20 at 3:52 pm


Legal????  They are making up rules as they go along thru this whole mess.  So much is not a legal rule....Handing out fines as we're told is  happening, I've heard of people being  handed fines and tearing them up in front of the one giving out a "fine".....

Fines being given for people out of work and no money coming in grrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.... >:(


This does not help answer the question

Subject: Santa won't need to wear a mask - No 10

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 4:06 pm

Father Christmases will not have to wear masks in Santa's grottos, but children will not be allowed to sit on their knees under coronavirus guidance, Downing Street has said.

The prime minister's official spokesman said: "We know that meeting Father Christmas is a magical experience for children which is why he will be taking safety precautions, including ensuring that he is operating in a Covid-secure way, but it won't be required for Santa to wear a mask."

Santa's grottos will be allowed in all areas of England once lockdown ends on Wednesday, as long as they are in venues that are permitted to open, under new government guidance for the Christmas period published on Sunday.

But "appropriate Covid-secure measures" like social distancing have to be in place as well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 4:14 pm


Legal????  They are making up rules as they go along thru this whole mess.  So much is not a legal rule....Handing out fines as we're told is  happening, I've heard of people being  handed fines and tearing them up in front of the one giving out a "fine".....

Fines being given for people out of work and no money coming in grrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.... >:(
The number of fines handed out by police in England and Wales for breaching Covid restrictions has begun to rise amid tighter lockdown rules.

Weekly figures published by the National Police Chiefs Council (NPCC) showed 1,137 fixed penalty notices were issued between 6 November and 12 November, compared to 947 the previous week.

The number of fines handed out peaked during the first national lockdown in April and May, stayed low between June and September, and have gradually begun to rise since then, particularly since 23 October.

England's current lockdown began on 5 November, while there was a firebreak lockdown in Wales between 23 October and 9 November.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 4:15 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/11/30/b67cfd31-aa19-4db9-9791-135d696b7f69.png

Subject: Numbers of Covid patients in England begins to decrease

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/20 at 4:17 pm

As infection rates rose during the autumn, there was a rise in hospital admissions, Prof Stephen Powis, national medical director of NHS England, says.

He demonstrates the increase with a slide, below, which shows how the number of inpatients increased between September and November.

But he says there is a sign of a decrease in the number of patients with coronavirus in England's hospitals.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/11/30/b1f2bfd6-855b-4152-9056-8b12707597dd.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/30/20 at 4:24 pm


This does not help answer the question


Well, it's the best I have....maybe an attorney will show up here.

I know of one major high profile attorney here in So Cal is filing lawsuits against supvr and city council for the closing down of restaurants he owns.....

Fear fear fear.....you never hear any of them saying Vit C, Vit D, Zinc etc etc etc....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 11/30/20 at 4:28 pm


Well, it's the best I have....maybe an attorney will show up here.
Is it a good idea to advise someone to not fill out the form then...?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/30/20 at 4:32 pm

Just  had a food delivery from a grocery market that I buy from and had a great conversation with the delivery guy, can't tell his age due to mask, so he pulled down mask and said he's 42...and into taking supplements etc..and eating clean foods.....He's got 3 children and working 3 jobs to keep everyone eating thru this covid mess..

He is a breath of fresh air and good smarts....I told him this and he told me how good it was to talk to  me and he could not believe my 82 yrs...told him it's Supplements.....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/30/20 at 4:34 pm


Is it a good idea to advise someone to not fill out the form then...?


I believe everyone here is Adult enough to make their own decisions....and I would also HOPE the authorities have more important things to do than run after filled out forms...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/30/20 at 4:38 pm


I believe everyone here is Adult enough to make their own decisions....and I would also HOPE the authorities have more important things to do than run after filled out forms...


What if someone was a vulnerable adult, perhaps with special needs. If they were seeking advice would you do your best to help them do the right and legal thing or would you tell them to do what they want because it is a load of nonsense?

Subject: Re: Virus measures add costs to delayed Tokyo Games

Written By: nally on 11/30/20 at 6:28 pm


The cost of hosting the delayed Tokyo Olympic Games in Japan next year is swelling, as organisers invest in measures to mitigate the spread of coronavirus.

A report by Japan’s Kyodo news agency said organisers would need to spend an extra 100 billion yen ($960m; £720m) on virus-proofing the Games.

The money will be spent on health-care infrastructure, including a testing system and personal protective equipment, the report said.

The Games were expected to cost around 1.35 trillion yen before they were postponed in March. The delay is expected to increase the total cost by about 200 billion yen, according to Kyodo’s report.

Earlier this month the head of the International Olympics Committee (IOC), Thomas Bach, said he was "very confident" that spectators will be able to attend the Games next year.

Bach said the IOC would take "great efforts" in making sure fans were vaccinated before arriving.

More than 11,000 athletes from about 200 countries were scheduled to take part in the 2020 Games, now due to begin in July 2021.

I still wonder if the situation will be suitable enough for the Games to take place then. And if so, some covid protocols in place.

Subject: Re: Mink infected with a mutated form of COVID-19 rising from graves after mass-cull

Written By: nally on 11/30/20 at 6:29 pm


At this moment of time the only "cure" is not to catch it in the first place!

You said it! And to do that, it is best to avoid getting near people, whether or not they might have it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 11/30/20 at 6:38 pm

A person on another group and originally from England and has ties to the  UK said this:

Vitamin D will not guarantee anything but it probably helps. In England they are now sending out FREE vitamin D to at risk patients but they're only sending 400 IU. What I've seen recommended lately is 4000 IU per day. They need more research but from past experience, I've seen that lots of times they were right in the first place and people were right to be pro-active. So I take the 4000 IU every day and I am not going to wait around for actual 100% evidence.)))


400IU is a mere drop in the bucket.

Subject: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/20 at 1:47 am

Covid-19 could be causing lung abnormalities still detectable more than three months after patients are infected, researchers suggest.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55017301

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: karen on 12/01/20 at 1:55 am


Covid-19 could be causing lung abnormalities still detectable more than three months after patients are infected, researchers suggest.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55017301


We have a young teacher off work with this. One lung has basically stopped functioning from what I’ve heard.

Subject: Lewis Hamilton to miss GP after testing positive for Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/20 at 4:02 am

Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton will miss this weekend's Sakhir Grand Prix in Bahrain after testing positive for coronavirus.

His team, Mercedes, said the Briton woke with mild symptoms on Monday and returned a positive result at a subsequent test and again at a retest.

Hamilton, 35, who is now self-isolating, won the Bahrain Grand Prix at the same circuit on Sunday.

Mercedes say a replacement will be named in due course.

"Apart from mild symptoms, he is otherwise fit and well and the entire team sends him our very best wishes for a swift recovery," a statement said

Subject: Hong Kong-Singapore travel corridor postponed

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/20 at 4:36 am

Away from news on the UK High Street now, what would have been the first quarantine-free travel bubble in Asia - an air corridor linking Hong Kong and Singapore - has been delayed.

Hong Kong’s government said the decision was taken due to the “severity” of the coronavirus situation in the special administrative region of China.

The travel corridor was scheduled to launch on 22 November, but has been put back until next year.

Flights were called off a day before they were due to depart, after Hong Kong reported a spike in coronavirus infections.

The territory has recorded about 6,300 cases and 109 deaths - relatively few by international standards - but infections have been rising rapidly in recent days.

The arrangement would have allowed people to travel between Hong Kong and Singapore without quarantining provided they had had a coronavirus test.

Subject: Australian states to open internal borders ahead of Christmas

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/20 at 5:23 am

Australia has taken another significant step out of its tough Covid-19 restrictions, with more lifting of border closures between states.

The government in Western Australia said it would reopen its borders to Victoria and New South Wales next week, allowing people to travel between those states without the need for quarantine.

Tight internal border controls have been a key tool in the effort to keep Covid-19 under control.

Western Australia had been coming under pressure to let people in from the country’s two most populous states, which have gone weeks without any community transmission.

However, Western Australia’s Premier Mark McGowan said the state was not yet at the point where it could relax its border to South Australia.

The announcement came on a big day for border re-openings, with people in Sydney and Victoria now able to enter Queensland without restriction, and Victorians allowed into South Australia.

Barring major outbreaks, the prospect of Australia being entirely open by Christmas is now looking a realistic one.

Subject: UK Covid deaths still rising, but very slowly

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/20 at 5:25 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/12/1/22678969-6ddb-4528-b976-abc7ea2f8f5e.png

The number of Covid deaths and excess deaths in the UK are still rising, but very slowly, according to figures from the Office for National Statistics.

There were 3,038 Covid-19 deaths in the week ending 20 November - up by 7% compared with the previous week. A few weeks ago they were rising by roughly 35% a week.

In this week's figures, the total number of deaths in the UK, 14,276, was 21% above the five-year average. Last week, the total was 19% above the five-year average.

On Monday, separate daily figures released by the government recorded a further 205 deaths within 28 days of a positive Covid test and 12,330 new cases.

Subject: 'Devastating week' for UK High Street

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/20 at 6:23 am

Returning to the news of Debenhams' demise: It was the largest UK department store group with 124 shops, which will mean a lot of empty spaces on high streets and in arcades when they close, according to one retail expert.

Richard Lim, chief executive of the Retail Economics research group, said: “We can not overstate the significance of this collapse given the vast property portfolio, number of jobs impacted and the reverberations felt across the industry. “In a week that has seen the collapse of the Arcadia Group, this is a truly devastating week for the High Street. This puts up to 25,000 jobs at risk in just a couple of days."

Like many of its troubled competitors in retail fashion, trouble came slowly and over a number of years, said Mr Lim. "The reality is that Debenhams has been outmanoeuvred by more nimble competitors, failed to embrace change and was left with a tiring proposition. The impact of the pandemic has accelerated its demise but underlying issues within the business were the root cause.”

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/01/20 at 7:58 am


May be you had it mildly?

Over the months of Coronavirus, my smell and taste had been the complete opposite to the extreme, smelling aromas I do not associate with my home, and my taste very strange, but my condition does not help.



I just had it mildly, I couldn't smell anything and barely taste things but eventually my scent came back in a few days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/01/20 at 7:59 am


Would there be legal consequences for not filling out that form?


If I don't respond by 2pm, I will get a call by 2pm filling out the silly questionnaire by phone.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/01/20 at 8:05 am


Is it a good idea to advise someone to not fill out the form then...?


It's the same form they've been texting me in the early mornings to fill out at The NYC Test And Trace website.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/01/20 at 8:10 am


I believe everyone here is Adult enough to make their own decisions....and I would also HOPE the authorities have more important things to do than run after filled out forms...


It's the same form I've been filling out ever since isolation had started.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: Howard on 12/01/20 at 8:12 am


Covid-19 could be causing lung abnormalities still detectable more than three months after patients are infected, researchers suggest.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55017301


My Mother went into the hospital and now it appears it was a blood clot in the lungs due to coronavirus that's why she was coughing a lot.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: 2001 on 12/01/20 at 8:40 am


My Mother went into the hospital and now it appears it was a blood clot in the lungs due to coronavirus that's why she was coughing a lot.


Is she still at the hospital? Wow, I hope she gets better and out of there ASAP.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/20 at 8:42 am


My Mother went into the hospital and now it appears it was a blood clot in the lungs due to coronavirus that's why she was coughing a lot.
I hope she gets better soon.

Subject: Further 603 people die with Covid in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/20 at 11:04 am

A further 603 people have died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of Tuesday, bringing the UK total to 59,051.

Government figures also show that as of 9am on Tuesday, there have been a further 13,430 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: nally on 12/01/20 at 11:06 am


My Mother went into the hospital and now it appears it was a blood clot in the lungs due to coronavirus that's why she was coughing a lot.

Oh dear! :o :-
Is she still at the hospital? Wow, I hope she gets better and out of there ASAP.  :(

I hope she gets better soon.

I hope she gets better as well!

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: wagonman76 on 12/01/20 at 11:33 am


My Mother went into the hospital and now it appears it was a blood clot in the lungs due to coronavirus that's why she was coughing a lot.


I hope she gets better. That’s why I’m trying to keep myself safe from the virus. The main thing it does is cause blood clots. I’ve already had problems with blood clots for the last 8 years. I don’t need something else causing them.

Subject: Premier League match off due to Covid-19 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/20 at 12:11 pm

Newcastle United's game at Premier League rivals Aston Villa on Friday has been postponed following a "significant increase" in Covid-19 cases at the Magpies' training ground.

Several Newcastle players and staff members are self-isolating at home after returning positive test results

The club's training ground at Darsley Park was closed on Monday and Tuesday.

All players and training ground staff will be re-tested this week, the Premier League said in a statement.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/01/20 at 12:44 pm


I hope she gets better. That’s why I’m trying to keep myself safe from the virus. The main thing it does is cause blood clots. I’ve already had problems with blood clots for the last 8 years. I don’t need something else causing them.


Do a search on Grape Seed Extract and blood clots....Grape Seed Ex keeps blood cleaned out and thinned....  Why doesn't your MD give you good info?  Are you on pharma blood thinners?  If so, can't take both Grape Seed Ex and the blood thinner drugs.

Subject: Dozens of German nuns test positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/20 at 12:46 pm

Dozens of nuns at a convent in Germany have tested positive for coronavirus, church authorities said.

The convent's Mother Superior, Maria Cordis Reiker, said there had been 76 positive cases while another 85 had tested negative.

"Nobody has had to go to the hospital, and we are grateful for that," said Reiker, quoted by German public broadcaster Deutsche Welle.

The convent, in the northwestern town of Thuine, also runs day schools and a boys' boarding school.

Subject: Re: Further 603 people die with Covid in UK

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/01/20 at 12:49 pm


A further 603 people have died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 as of Tuesday, bringing the UK total to 59,051.

Government figures also show that as of 9am on Tuesday, there have been a further 13,430 lab-confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK.


Too too bad the UK and other countries are NOT up on their Vit D.  Very very pathetic....even myself who lives in So. Cal. came up so low in 2006....people are indoors and at monitors and NOT getting good adequate SUN, and winter SUN is so low anyway..... 

Subject: Re: Dozens of German nuns test positive

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/01/20 at 12:51 pm


Dozens of nuns at a convent in Germany have tested positive for coronavirus, church authorities said.

The convent's Mother Superior, Maria Cordis Reiker, said there had been 76 positive cases while another 85 had tested negative.

"Nobody has had to go to the hospital, and we are grateful for that," said Reiker, quoted by German public broadcaster Deutsche Welle.

The convent, in the northwestern town of Thuine, also runs day schools and a boys' boarding school.


Again here and I'd bet money the nuns are all Vit D deficient.

And depending on their orders, and their clothing, habit, I guess many still wear long black garb.....I remember those days in my early life and the nuns.....no SUN hit them...

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: CatwomanofV on 12/01/20 at 1:30 pm


My Mother went into the hospital and now it appears it was a blood clot in the lungs due to coronavirus that's why she was coughing a lot.



(((((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/20 at 1:46 pm


Again here and I'd bet money the nuns are all Vit D deficient.

And depending on their orders, and their clothing, habit, I guess many still wear long black garb.....I remember those days in my early life and the nuns.....no SUN hit them...
I have nuns out and about, and attending their gardens and vegetable patches.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/01/20 at 2:19 pm


I have nuns out and about, and attending their gardens and vegetable patches.


This comment makes me think about my own mom who died at 91, and had a life of colds and cold sores, she was the queen.

She spent time in her veggie garden weather permitting BUT loathed being the sun, and if they had checked her Vit D when she died, there was probably none in her body.  But I knew so little back in those days, and I was a sun worshipper and to the seashore every chance. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: Howard on 12/01/20 at 2:28 pm


Is she still at the hospital? Wow, I hope she gets better and out of there ASAP.  :(


She's feeling a bit better but she'll be there a couple more days so My Father And I will have to figure out what the both of us will do for dinner, I'm so used to all my life growing up having My Mother make us dinner, My Father got food from the SNAP truck and I'll be doing some grocery shopping myself so we got stuff in the house that we can eat, no need to worry.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/01/20 at 2:29 pm


I hope she gets better soon.


Thank You.  :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: Howard on 12/01/20 at 2:30 pm


Oh dear! :o :-[

I hope she gets better as well!


Thank You. :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: Howard on 12/01/20 at 2:32 pm


I hope she gets better. That’s why I’m trying to keep myself safe from the virus. The main thing it does is cause blood clots. I’ve already had problems with blood clots for the last 8 years. I don’t need something else causing them.


She was coughing up a lot and she couldn't stop hacking so hopefully this will be some good news for My Father And I.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: Howard on 12/01/20 at 2:33 pm


Do a search on Grape Seed Extract and blood clots....Grape Seed Ex keeps blood cleaned out and thinned....  Why doesn't your MD give you good info?  Are you on pharma blood thinners?  If so, can't take both Grape Seed Ex and the blood thinner drugs.


No, I'm not on blood thinners at all.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: Howard on 12/01/20 at 2:34 pm



(((((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))


Cat


Thanks, (((hugs))) right back at you.  :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/01/20 at 2:42 pm


She's feeling a bit better but she'll be there a couple more days so My Father And I will have to figure out what the both of us will do for dinner, I'm so used to all my life growing up having My Mother make us dinner, My Father got food from the SNAP truck and I'll be doing some grocery shopping myself so we got stuff in the house that we can eat, no need to worry.


Howard, everyone needs to learn to cook.  My father was LOST when mom died, my sister and I had to teach him everything about getting thru daily life....Mom did it all....today's modern men know their way around daily life so much more...they saw their parents lives. 

And the message on blood thinners and grape seed extract was for wagonman, but it's good for all to know this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: wagonman76 on 12/01/20 at 4:25 pm


Do a search on Grape Seed Extract and blood clots....Grape Seed Ex keeps blood cleaned out and thinned....  Why doesn't your MD give you good info?  Are you on pharma blood thinners?  If so, can't take both Grape Seed Ex and the blood thinner drugs.


The first clot they put me on Xarelto which made my blood like water, also was over $300 a month which I didn’t have. So I took all the cheap and free samples I could get until the clot was busted and gone. Since then I just use aspirin and monitor it myself. The first time I didn’t know but since then I’ve learned what it feels like when my blood is not flowing well. I’ve also read that aspirin works about as well as warfarin but is about 2x safer.

I do remember your post about grape seed and blood thinners so whatever I do I won’t be doing both.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/01/20 at 4:45 pm


The first clot they put me on Xarelto which made my blood like water, also was over $300 a month which I didn’t have. So I took all the cheap and free samples I could get until the clot was busted and gone. Since then I just use aspirin and monitor it myself. The first time I didn’t know but since then I’ve learned what it feels like when my blood is not flowing well. I’ve also read that aspirin works about as well as warfarin but is about 2x safer.

I do remember your post about grape seed and blood thinners so whatever I do I won’t be doing both.


Good, and I have 3 friends and 2 with afib issues and 1 with another heart issue and all take pharma blood thinners, so they cannot take Grape Seed Ex....One friend took Grape Seed Ex for probably 20 yrs, she got on it a month before me back in 1995 and then when the afib hit her, she was thrown on heart drugs, and now does not take Grape S E and is missing so much of the many benefits of G.S.E. otherwise...  Tough stuff when one comes down with heart issues.

The two with afib I believe all goes to the fact that they were very lax about taking magnesium.  Mag and afib are major.

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: nally on 12/01/20 at 4:48 pm


Bad news in so-Cal... several counties are moving back into the "purple" tier, meaning that many services operating indoors will have to be suspended again. :o :o :(

And now two weeks later, almost all of the state's counties are in the most restrictive tier. :o :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: nally on 12/01/20 at 4:51 pm


Howard, everyone needs to learn to cook.  My father was LOST when mom died, my sister and I had to teach him everything about getting thru daily life....Mom did it all....today's modern men know their way around daily life so much more...they saw their parents lives.

Absolutely right. Over time I was reluctant to learn cooking, either due to lack of patience or motivation, but in recent years I have been helping my parents in the kitchen. And there are a few things I can cook on my own (which I have done anytime they've gone away and I've had the house to myself). And as a 40-year-old single man, I feel more urgency to learn to cook.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/01/20 at 5:07 pm


Absolutely right. Over time I was reluctant to learn cooking, either due to lack of patience or motivation, but in recent years I have been helping my parents in the kitchen. And there are a few things I can cook on my own (which I have done anytime they've gone away and I've had the house to myself). And as a 40-year-old single man, I feel more urgency to learn to cook.


Believe it or not, women likes to have a man in their lives who can and likes to cook.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: nally on 12/01/20 at 5:08 pm


Believe it or not, women likes to have a man in their lives who can and likes to cook.

That's what I've heard.

In fact, I cooked a breakfast for my mom for her birthday a week and a half ago.

Subject: Re: 'Too early to say what restrictions will be in place' at Christmas

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/01/20 at 7:21 pm


And now two weeks later, almost all of the state's counties are in the most restrictive tier. :o :(


Oh the hypocrites of those enforcing "health restrictions" and on this eating out at restaurants...Sheila Kuhl is latest who was telling everyone NOT to eat out and closing down those restaurants for outdoor seating, and she that same night went to Ilforno in Santa Monica and ate out....what a "terd".....I had some respect but now I lost it. 

Sick of hearing all those color tiers from the grusome gov...and Barbara Ferrar  and all her "fake science" on  how dangerous outdoor eating is....grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/01/20 at 8:37 pm

Wow, 2,600+ deaths recorded in the US today, though some of that is from the Thanksgiving backlog.

I read that in France/Europe the vaccine will be available to the general public sometime between April to June 2021. Hopefully it's a similar timeline for Canada, though the fact that it's December and I still can't get a flu shot has me doubtful.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/01/20 at 9:02 pm

Canadian Doctor Speaks Out

https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/canadian-doctor-doubles-down-lockdowns-are-draconianno-basis-in-evidence-based-medicine?utm_source=LifeSiteNews.com&utm_campaign=47ea5e9ce6-Freedom_12_1_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_12387f0e3e-47ea5e9ce6-407285626

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/01/20 at 9:47 pm


Canadian Doctor Speaks Out

https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/canadian-doctor-doubles-down-lockdowns-are-draconianno-basis-in-evidence-based-medicine?utm_source=LifeSiteNews.com&utm_campaign=47ea5e9ce6-Freedom_12_1_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_12387f0e3e-47ea5e9ce6-407285626


Cool story. We had a lockdown in March/April and disease was basically gone by June. There's your evidence.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/02/20 at 1:21 am

The UK  became the first country to give emergency authorization to use the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine. The first group of high priority people should be vaccinated in the coming days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: Howard on 12/02/20 at 8:56 am


Howard, everyone needs to learn to cook.  My father was LOST when mom died, my sister and I had to teach him everything about getting thru daily life....Mom did it all....today's modern men know their way around daily life so much more...they saw their parents lives. 

And the message on blood thinners and grape seed extract was for wagonman, but it's good for all to know this.


Yes you got that right all my life My Mother cooked for the both of us and now at her age of 75 she really doesn't want to cook as much as he used to, so My Father And I could eat the meals that The SNAP truck sends us or we could just order food from a restaurant.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: Howard on 12/02/20 at 8:58 am


Absolutely right. Over time I was reluctant to learn cooking, either due to lack of patience or motivation, but in recent years I have been helping my parents in the kitchen. And there are a few things I can cook on my own (which I have done anytime they've gone away and I've had the house to myself). And as a 40-year-old single man, I feel more urgency to learn to cook.


I was always afraid of cooking something cause I might either get it wrong or burn the house down.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: 2001 on 12/02/20 at 9:08 am


I was always afraid of cooking something cause I might either get it wrong or burn the house down.


Cooking is a lot of fun if you have the time to do it. I was also a n00b, but living on my own a few months I was forced to learn.

Watch cooking videos on YouTube, not necessarily to learn but for fun. Pick one dish that looks doable. You'll make mistakes but you'll learn quickly, and will also learn what you like and don't like.

Also helps to bring a friend or family member who does know how to cook to come over and teach you a dish or two. You can have a lot of fun with it.  :)

Best part is the running commentary in your head like you're on Master Chef or your own cooking show while you're boiling rice.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/02/20 at 9:11 am


Wow, 2,600+ deaths recorded in the US today, though some of that is from the Thanksgiving backlog.

I read that in France/Europe the vaccine will be available to the general public sometime between April to June 2021. Hopefully it's a similar timeline for Canada, though the fact that it's December and I still can't get a flu shot has me doubtful.


That's what they said the time frame would be.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/20 at 9:50 am


I was always afraid of cooking something cause I might either get it wrong or burn the house down.

Cooking is a lot of fun if you have the time to do it. I was also a n00b, but living on my own a few months I was forced to learn.

Watch cooking videos on YouTube, not necessarily to learn but for fun. Pick one dish that looks doable. You'll make mistakes but you'll learn quickly, and will also learn what you like and don't like.

Also helps to bring a friend or family member who does know how to cook to come over and teach you a dish or two. You can have a lot of fun with it.  :)

Best part is the running commentary in your head like you're on Master Chef or your own cooking show while you're boiling rice.
Cooking is fun! But, some days I still struggle.

Subject: Covid-19: Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine judged safe for use in UK from next week

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/20 at 10:01 am

The UK has become the first country in the world to approve the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine, paving the way for mass vaccination.

Britain's medicines regulator, the MHRA, says the jab, which offers up to 95% protection against Covid-19 illness, is safe to be rolled out.

The first doses are already on their way to the UK, with 800,000 due in the coming days, Pfizer said.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the NHS will contact people about jabs.

Elderly people in care homes and care home staff have been placed top of the priority list, followed by over-80s and health and care staff.

But because hospitals already have the facilities to store the vaccine at -70C, as required, the very first vaccinations are likely to take place there - for care home staff, NHS staff and patients - so none of the vaccine is wasted.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55145696

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/20 at 10:02 am


The UK has become the first country in the world to approve the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine, paving the way for mass vaccination.

Britain's medicines regulator, the MHRA, says the jab, which offers up to 95% protection against Covid-19 illness, is safe to be rolled out.

The first doses are already on their way to the UK, with 800,000 due in the coming days, Pfizer said.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the NHS will contact people about jabs.

Elderly people in care homes and care home staff have been placed top of the priority list, followed by over-80s and health and care staff.

But because hospitals already have the facilities to store the vaccine at -70C, as required, the very first vaccinations are likely to take place there - for care home staff, NHS staff and patients - so none of the vaccine is wasted.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55145696
I am second or third on the list to receive the vaccination.

Subject: People will get vaccinated in three ways

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/20 at 10:36 am

Mr Hancock says there will be three ways of rolling out the Pfizer/BioNTech across the UK:

# Hospitals: Most hospitals have the facilities to store something at -70, he says

# Vaccination centres: Big centres, "a bit like the Nightingales project and including some of the Nightingales" will be set up across the country

# In the community: GPs and pharmacists and others will help to give the jab to people, Mr Hancock says.
But because the vaccine needs to be stored at -70C, this is harder, he adds.

Mr Hancock says other vaccines - like the Oxford University/AstraZeneca vaccine which the UK has ordered 100 million doses of - are better suited to the community rollout, as it does not need to be stored at such low temperatures. Asked about the other vaccines, Mr Hancock says the Oxford University vaccine is also currently being considered for approval by the medicines regulator. The timing of that is in the hands of the regulator, he says. And the Moderna vaccine is "still some time off" as it's being manufactured for delivery in April, he says.

Subject: PM to lead Downing Street briefing this evening

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/20 at 10:40 am

We can now tell you that UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson will lead a Downing Street press conference at 17:00 GMT.

It will cover today's vaccine developments, as well as England's exit from national restrictions to the new tier system, which comes into force today.

There will also be a Downing Street technical briefing on the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine announcement at 10:00 GMT with Dr June Raine, chief executive of British regulator the MHRA, Prof Sir Munir Pirmohamed, chair of the Commission on Human Medicine Expert Working Group and Prof Wei Shen Lim, chair of the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Vaccination Priority Programme

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/20 at 10:49 am


I am second or third on the list to receive the vaccination.
https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/12/2/e7a68152-9d63-42a5-b86d-0e9970bd3c4e.pngMake that 4th or 6th on the Vaccination Priority Programme

Subject: Japan and Italy pledge free vaccines

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/20 at 11:25 am

A bill to provide free coronavirus jabs for residents of Japan has been passed by the country's parliament, as it grapples with a wave of infections.

Under the new law, local governments will be responsible for administering the vaccines, and citizens will be obliged - in principle - to get themselves immunised.

Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga has vowed to secure enough vaccines for the country's population by the first half of 2021, but it is unclear if all foreign residents will be eligible.

Meanwhile, Italy has said it will launch its own free vaccine programme early next year. Health Minister Roberto Speranza told parliament that the government had options to buy 202 million jabs from various countries.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/02/20 at 11:50 am

UK - Charles Walker On Removal of Liberties    A guy after my own heart....Give me my liberties.    Walker  makes so much SENSE.....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c8eq8W4-zeM

Subject: Vaccine rumours debunked: Microchips, 'altered DNA' and more

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/20 at 11:54 am

Anti-vaccine activists have taken advantage of the pandemic to spread misinformation online.

Rumours and conspiracy theories – distinct from valid questions about the speed and efficacy of the various coronavirus vaccines – have been spreading for months.

We’ve looked into the truth behind some of the most widely shared false vaccine claims, including:

There is no vaccine "microchip" and there is no evidence to support claims that powerful people are somehow planning to use the vaccine to track the world’s population.

# The coronavirus vaccine would not alter human DNA.

# The recovery rate for the virus isn’t 99.97%

# Vaccines do not contain aborted fetal tissue

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55151832

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/02/20 at 12:27 pm


I was always afraid of cooking something cause I might either get it wrong or burn the house down.


Oh Howard, excuses excuses, if you are hungry you better learn to feed  yourself...and now with time at home, why not....ummmmmm

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK in charts: Daily deaths remain high

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/20 at 12:29 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/12/2/9dc9e7bb-f67b-4a1b-94c3-2c945170a9b0.png

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/12/2/fb34a79d-769c-4931-8959-5dbca272a0fc.png

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/12/2/8c345f44-50d3-4e9f-8d97-a005819a3982.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Vaccination Priority Programme

Written By: karen on 12/02/20 at 1:36 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/12/2/e7a68152-9d63-42a5-b86d-0e9970bd3c4e.pngMake that 4th or 6th on the Vaccination Priority Programme


I guess I might qualify as a 6 but more realistically bottom of the list.

Some woman on the news was complaining about how care home residents were being left out and I was like “but they are top of the list!”. Then I turned off the tv in case I started to shout

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/02/20 at 2:20 pm


Cooking is fun! But, some days I still struggle.


One day I will try the easier things like hamburgers or Mac And Cheese.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: Howard on 12/02/20 at 2:21 pm


Oh Howard, excuses excuses, if you are hungry you better learn to feed  yourself...and now with time at home, why not....ummmmmm


Cause no one else will.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Vaccination Priority Programme

Written By: 2001 on 12/02/20 at 2:33 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/12/2/e7a68152-9d63-42a5-b86d-0e9970bd3c4e.pngMake that 4th or 6th on the Vaccination Priority Programme


It's interesting to see how different countries prioritize. I heard in the US "essential workers" including those working in retail will be given high priority, because they're mostly ethnic minorities who've borne the brunt of this disease. In Canada I bet indigenous people will also be high on the list.

The downside of being a healthy 27 year old who works from home is I'll be one of the last to get it. :P I'm impatient for life get back to normal as soon as possible.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 12/02/20 at 5:44 pm

If it was USA I should qualify as a 6 due to having blood clot issues and anemia, but in reality I’d probably be past the bottom of the list. It seems just about everyone has health issues of some kind.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/02/20 at 5:48 pm

The CDC shortened the isolation period for those who tested positive from 10 days after symptoms first appear down to 5.

Sounds like the right call. My poor cousin, she doesn't have a fever anymore, but her parents are not letting her out of her room for 14 days. I told them if she doesn't have a fever anymore it's pretty much over, but they aren't taking any chances. :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 12/02/20 at 5:49 pm


If it was USA I should qualify as a 6 due to having blood clot issues and anemia, but in reality I’d probably be past the bottom of the list. It seems just about everyone has health issues of some kind.


I get Asthma sometimes, so I think I would probably be one of the first in a group of people to get the Covid vaccine.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/02/20 at 6:15 pm

The US looks like it's on track to have its deadliest day from COVID-19 today. Deadliest before this was 2,744 recorded on April 21st. Today so far it's at 2,664 with still some states and big counties like Los Angeles yet to report.  :( :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 12/02/20 at 6:21 pm


I get Asthma sometimes, so I think I would probably be one of the first in a group of people to get the Covid vaccine.


I have that too but I can avoid it if I don’t go around animals. If I go around animals too long I can barely get enough air to climb stairs or speak a full sentence. Inhalers only give temporary relief, same with Claritin. Hence why I won’t have animals, or date anyone who has them or wants them. Makes for slim pickings.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/02/20 at 6:57 pm


If it was USA I should qualify as a 6 due to having blood clot issues and anemia, but in reality I’d probably be past the bottom of the list. It seems just about everyone has health issues of some kind.


Yes, many many have health issues BUT many learn to take care of themselves more.  Just exchanging some stuff with a friend in WA and she is taking care of her very sick husband who let himself go big time, and I mean big time.....drank too much boosze, ate the wrong foods and he ended up in  hospital with major issues and now she is nursing him back to some health.......  I told her reminds me of what my mother went thru with my dad and his horrible garbage and alcohol he consumed and ended up in hospital....

I don't care what anyone says,  MEN are the worst......

My ex's 2nd wife took care of him  until he died a couple yrs back, same thing bad foods and  too much booze....  No smarts is what I say for the most part.

I know some other guys on another forum who are the opposite and give good advice to all others and take care of themselves.....  Had to vent and rant here...

Wake up boys...and people in general. 


And Grape Seed Extract does help reduce the asthma issues, look it up.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 12/03/20 at 12:52 am


I get Asthma sometimes, so I think I would probably be one of the first in a group of people to get the Covid vaccine.


Not in the U.K. Unless you were regularly hospitalised by it then you would possibly count as level 6, possibly not even that depending on how severe it is.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK headlines

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/20 at 2:32 am

Here is a round-up of the latest developments around the UK:

# Extra measures to "boost fairness and support students" for next summer's GCSE and A-level exams have been announced in England. More generous grading, advance notice of exam topics and additional papers are being promised

# Students returning to universities in England after Christmas will have staggered starting dates - with some studying subjects which can be taught online having to wait until February

# Jersey will enter a “hospitality circuit breaker” from Friday morning to tackle a surge in Covid cases. Pubs, restaurants and hotels are to close across the island of Jersey for the next month

# Doctors may have made decisions about "do not resuscitate orders" without consent in the first wave of the pandemic, according to the care watchdog

# Sainsbury's has said it will hand back about £440m of business rates relief it received as support during the pandemic, following similar moves by supermarket rivals Tesco and Morrisons

# In Northern Ireland, Stormont ministers will meet later to discuss if further Covid-19 restrictions will be needed when the current lockdown expires on 10 December

# And fans returned to English Football League grounds for the first time in nine months on Wednesday night, with up to 2,000 supporters allowed at some grounds

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest world news

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/20 at 3:21 am

Here are the latest developments from around the world.

# The mayor of Los Angeles has issued an emergency order for the city's residents to remain at home with immediate effect, following an unprecedented surge in coronavirus cases

# A US mayor who went on a family getaway to Mexico as he told people to stay at home amid spiralling virus caseloads has been accused of Covid-19 hypocrisy after flying off by private jet on holiday

# The director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned the next three months could be the most difficult in America's public health history. Dr Robert Redfield warned the country is facing a devastating winter unless public health advice is heeded

# France's President Emmanuel Macron has paid tribute to Valéry Giscard d'Estaing, who has died at the age of 94 after contracting coronavirus.

Subject: Pregnant women 'advised not to take vaccine' - Van -Tam

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/20 at 3:23 am

Jonathan Van-Tam is asked whether pregnant woman can take the newly-approved vaccine.

He says “right now” we don’t have the data about whether pregnant women should take the vaccine and at the moment they are not advised to have it.

It isn’t a sign that we have seen “a terrible problem”, he says, it is a sign that we don’t have the data at the moment, emphasising that it’s “safety first”.

He adds that is it a similar situation for children.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/20 at 3:54 am



And Grape Seed Extract does help reduce the asthma issues, look it up.
So why wasn't I advised that from my asthma consultant at my hospital? Yes why?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/03/20 at 6:25 am


And Grape Seed Extract does help reduce the asthma issues, look it up.

Well, I did. So far I got a lot of "some people link grape seed extract to...", "Grape seeds extract is said to do...", "Grape seed extract might help...". But when it comes to evidence there is pretty much none.
Some studies contradict each other (does it raise or lower blood pressure?) and some have a too small sample size for proper data.

As is there is no real telling what grape seed extract really does.
I'm not saying it's bad or has no benefits at all but to say it does have this and this and this effect is just misleading. It may have those properties but so far it's unproven.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/03/20 at 12:04 pm

Hey, Elor, it's only been around for over 60 yrs, I believe it was founded in France and the rest is history....I guess  you want 1000% proof.  I've got plenty of proof with my own health history.  bye

And I'm sure there are many doctors in the world who take Grape Seed Ex and Vit C, Vit D, Zinc and more stuff for their own health.... and a doctor from France founded it....how novel is this...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/03/20 at 12:09 pm


So why wasn't I advised that from my asthma consultant at my hospital? Yes why?


Good question, but simple answer,  it's cheap and natural herbal medicine...not a pharma drug with a big price tag...you don't see that Philip.    Go to your health food store and talk to the health consultant, you will hear other than what you will hear from the docs who push drugs...... And read all the info on grape seed ex and asthma reduction/control.  Why would your doc want to lose a drug patient??????    And even open mind to alternatives for good health..... :) 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/03/20 at 12:14 pm

On one of the vaccines, I'm not reading it further, as I'm NOT getting any vaccine,

https://rumble.com/vb4z6j-confirmed-aborted-male-fetus-in-covid-19-vaccine.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/20 at 12:18 pm


Good question, but simple answer,  it's cheap and natural herbal medicine...not a pharma drug with a big price tag...you don't see that Philip.    Go to your health food store and talk to the health consultant, you will hear other than what you will hear from the docs who push drugs...... And read all the info on grape seed ex and asthma reduction/control.  Why would your doc want to lose a drug patient??????    And even open mind to alternatives for good health..... :) 

Then why wasn't I still told?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/03/20 at 12:26 pm


Then why wasn't I still told?


Oh please, ask them, don't ask me...I  just wrote you a short essay on what I believe, they need you to be unwell. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/20 at 12:30 pm


Oh please, ask them, don't ask me...I  just wrote you a short essay on what I believe, they need you to be unwell. 
For if Grape Seeds are good for people, being medical people they would have told me. I have been given go advice over the years, and my doctors are the experts!

Subject: US hits record Covid number of cases and hospitalisations

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/20 at 12:39 pm

The US has hit new records for Covid infections and hospitalisations, with fears that they will not slow in the run-up to Christmas.

The number of people in hospital passed 100,000 for the first time, a figure that has doubled since early November, Covid Tracking Project data showed.

Also on Wednesday, new cases rose by a record 195,695. The daily death toll of 2,733 was also close to a new high. Infections are closing in on 14 million, with more than 264,000 deaths.

In Los Angeles, the mayor has issued an emergency order for the city's residents to remain at home with immediate effect and banned social gatherings, following an unprecedented surge in coronavirus cases.

Mayor Eric Garcetti gave the new order late on Wednesday after county health officials witnessed what they described as a "terrifying increase" in cases and hospitalisations.

A similar order is already in place in Los Angeles county where some hospitals are already approaching full capacity.

On Tuesday, infections there reached a record daily high of more than 7,500, and there have been more than 400,000 cases in total.

Subject: Wales allows travel from England's tiers 1 and 2

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/20 at 12:40 pm

The Welsh government has announced cross-border travel into Wales will be allowed for people living in tier one and two areas in England but those from tier three will remain under a travel ban.

During England’s national lockdown, which ended on 2 December, travel in and out of Wales was banned unless it was for essential reasons.

Tourism businesses in Wales were left confused over whether they could accept bookings from guests in England when the national lockdown came to an end.

The new arrangements, which come into force tomorrow, are less prohibitive than those in force before the English lockdown, which banned travel from tier two and three areas.

Subject: 'Stay home,' says US mayor at Mexico beach resort

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/20 at 12:43 pm

The mayor of the US city of Austin, Texas, who flew off by private jet on holiday while urging residents to stay at home, has been accused of Covid-19 hypocrisy.

Steve Adler went on a family getaway to Mexico last month as he told people to stay indoors amid a spiralling number of virus cases.

He recorded a video from the beach resort instructing residents back home: "This is not the time to relax."

But Mr Adler, a Democrat, denied violating his own regulations.

Subject: UK cases and hospital admissions fall, but deaths stay high

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/20 at 12:52 pm

As the UK becomes the first European country to record a death toll of over 60,000, the daily reported deaths remain high at an average of 441 over the last 7 days.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/12/3/303c7092-61fc-4b09-9fc3-5bfa6da12dcb.png

But confirmed cases show a marked fall following England's nationwide lockdown and stricter measures elsewhere in the UK.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/12/3/8eab9018-4e57-4ab8-9c8a-71e113c73cf5.png

It also seems to have had an impact on daily hospital admissions, which have fallen to an average of 1,395 a day in the seven days up to 26 November, from a high of 1765 a day on 11 November.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/12/3/dcbcff80-8406-431e-8f56-13f1610843e9.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/03/20 at 1:11 pm


Hey, Elor, it's only been around for over 60 yrs, I believe it was founded in France and the rest is history....I guess  you want 1000% proof.  I've got plenty of proof with my own health history.  bye

And I'm sure there are many doctors in the world who take Grape Seed Ex and Vit C, Vit D, Zinc and more stuff for their own health.... and a doctor from France founded it....how novel is this...

In other words you have no proof and no one else has. Would be good if you mentioned that in your advertisement instead of saying is does have all of those benefits.

Again, I'm not saying that stuff is fake. For example over here it took a long time for acupuncture to become an accepted healing method and many people dismissed it as nonsense but once it's usefulness was scientifically proven it became part of health insurance supported treatments.
All I want is to inform people fairly that the usefulness of Grape Seeds isn't proven so that they can make their own decision whether they want to spend money on it or not.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 12/03/20 at 1:33 pm


Well, I did. So far I got a lot of "some people link grape seed extract to...", "Grape seeds extract is said to do...", "Grape seed extract might help...". But when it comes to evidence there is pretty much none.
Some studies contradict each other (does it raise or lower blood pressure?) and some have a too small sample size for proper data.

As is there is no real telling what grape seed extract really does.
I'm not saying it's bad or has no benefits at all but to say it does have this and this and this effect is just misleading. It may have those properties but so far it's unproven.


I also looked for some studies. I found several with only eight people in the study group. Another summary report into the benefits mainly found studies in animals, but trials in humans had not yet been done or found no significant I,prove,ent from taking grape seed extract.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/03/20 at 1:57 pm


For if Grape Seeds are good for people, being medical people they would have told me. I have been given go advice over the years, and my doctors are the experts!


bullroar, they are the drug sellers (legal ones)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/03/20 at 1:59 pm

hey all you doubters and naysayers, if your minds are so made up and closed, drop this ---  afterall you guys are your own experts and your great docs....

at least I get some chuckles from you folks...

and if you all end up with your health issues, colds, flu and more dread stuff maybe you'll think back to the effective good inexpensive info that 82 yr lady was handing out....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Vaccination Priority Programme

Written By: Howard on 12/03/20 at 2:21 pm


It's interesting to see how different countries prioritize. I heard in the US "essential workers" including those working in retail will be given high priority, because they're mostly ethnic minorities who've borne the brunt of this disease. In Canada I bet indigenous people will also be high on the list.

The downside of being a healthy 27 year old who works from home is I'll be one of the last to get it. :P I'm impatient for life get back to normal as soon as possible.


You And Me both.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/03/20 at 2:22 pm


The CDC shortened the isolation period for those who tested positive from 10 days after symptoms first appear down to 5.

Sounds like the right call. My poor cousin, she doesn't have a fever anymore, but her parents are not letting her out of her room for 14 days. I told them if she doesn't have a fever anymore it's pretty much over, but they aren't taking any chances. :P


But if someone who was tested negative which I did 2 times do I still need to isolate myself?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/03/20 at 2:25 pm


Hey, Elor, it's only been around for over 60 yrs, I believe it was founded in France and the rest is history....I guess  you want 1000% proof.  I've got plenty of proof with my own health history.  bye

And I'm sure there are many doctors in the world who take Grape Seed Ex and Vit C, Vit D, Zinc and more stuff for their own health.... and a doctor from France founded it....how novel is this...


JH, Do you sell it over the counter or on the shelves and how much a small bottle, just curious?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/03/20 at 2:40 pm


But if someone who was tested negative which I did 2 times do I still need to isolate myself?


For 14 days, I think. The "incubation period" of the virus is up to 14 days, meaning the virus is in your body but doesn't take over until up to 14 days later. Some viruses are sneakier than others, the HIV virus has an incubation period of up to 2 years.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/03/20 at 2:50 pm


For 14 days, I think. The "incubation period" of the virus is up to 14 days, meaning the virus is in your body but doesn't take over until up to 14 days later. Some viruses are sneakier than others, the HIV virus has an incubation period of up to 2 years.


My Mother caught The COVID so I had to isolate myself for 10 days and I go back to work on Monday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/03/20 at 2:58 pm


JH, Do you sell it over the counter or on the shelves and how much a small bottle, just curious?


Howard, it's sold otc, you said  you saw it...for what it does IT'S CHEAP.....if it can also save one from cancers, omg......and you just don't take it once, it's a commitment, I've been taking it 25 yrs and I stay away from doctors......No doc visits in 2020 for me.....

Ok Howard here is a good product, 1 daily will last 90 days, so that is about $6 a month, ...do you want me to buy it for you?

https://www.ebay.com/p/129108292?iid=22412151604

I bought my  neighbor a 5 month supply as she does not work and suffers with respiratory issues from the RA she's developed....but she is needy and can't work anymore.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/03/20 at 3:24 pm


Oh please, ask them, don't ask me...I  just wrote you a short essay on what I believe, they need you to be unwell.


Not really. For those of us who live in countries with government-run healthcare, it is a huge waste of money to have sick people. Even in the US, I doubt your health insurance company makes bank if you're visiting doctors all the time.

If this grape seed extract is some miracle cure why are drug insurance companies paying up the wazoo for expensive drugs when they can just throw grape seeds at you and call it a day?

The fact it's been around for 60 years and there's still no proof that it does anything is suspicious.

Subject: Covid: First batch of vaccines arrives in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/03/20 at 4:16 pm

The first consignment of the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine has arrived in the UK.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55181665

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/03/20 at 4:30 pm


Not really. For those of us who live in countries with government-run healthcare, it is a huge waste of money to have sick people. Even in the US, I doubt your health insurance company makes bank if you're visiting doctors all the time.

If this grape seed extract is some miracle cure why are drug insurance companies paying up the wazoo for expensive drugs when they can just throw grape seeds at you and call it a day?

The fact it's been around for 60 years and there's still no proof that it does anything is suspicious.


insurance companies don't insure people for herbals....they can't make $$$$ on roots and herbs..they have to have lab rats etc to produce drugs so they can charge people and insurance companies up the bigger wazoo....and then offer more lab drugs for all the side effects from the first sets of prescribed drugs...a vicious cycle of sickness....and profits for pharma......you guys don't want to see this, do you??????

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/03/20 at 8:44 pm


insurance companies don't insure people for herbals....they can't make $$$$ on roots and herbs..they have to have lab rats etc to produce drugs so they can charge people and insurance companies up the bigger wazoo....and then offer more lab drugs for all the side effects from the first sets of prescribed drugs...a vicious cycle of sickness....and profits for pharma......you guys don't want to see this, do you??????


I'm talking about your insurance. Their revenue stream is fixed (your premiums), and when you ask them to pay for your expensive drugs, that takes a hit to their bottom line. Why don't they stop insuring drugs and get everyone to take herbals instead if it's so much more cheaper and more effective as you say? Why do they keep paying more and more for drugs? Do they want to go out of business?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/03/20 at 10:42 pm

Insurance companies and countries with social medicine ONLY insure patent drugs/medicine... can't patent grapes... or echineaca or holy basil or cayenne, garlic ...good lord....if they could patent nature's medicine, THEY WOULD.....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/04/20 at 1:26 am


Insurance companies and countries with social medicine ONLY insure patent drugs/medicine... can't patent grapes... or echineaca or holy basil or cayenne, garlic ...good lord....if they could patent nature's medicine, THEY WOULD.....
But wouldn't they tell doctors to prescribe grape seeds then to massively reduce their costs on patented medicine? They hand out guidelines for that kind of stuff and they make even more money when the patients pay for the drugs themselves which they would very likely do considering how cheap it is. Imagine all the billions the insurance guys could save.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 12/04/20 at 3:54 am

I don’t drink or smoke. Or eat spicy or fattening food or even overeat. I stay active and can wear the same clothes since high school. I do my best with the hand I’ve been dealt.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/04/20 at 8:21 am


Howard, it's sold otc, you said  you saw it...for what it does IT'S CHEAP.....if it can also save one from cancers, omg......and you just don't take it once, it's a commitment, I've been taking it 25 yrs and I stay away from doctors......No doc visits in 2020 for me.....

Ok Howard here is a good product, 1 daily will last 90 days, so that is about $6 a month, ...do you want me to buy it for you?

https://www.ebay.com/p/129108292?iid=22412151604

I bought my  neighbor a 5 month supply as she does not work and suffers with respiratory issues from the RA she's developed....but she is needy and can't work anymore.


Let me think about it and I'll get back to you.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 12/04/20 at 10:18 am


On one of the vaccines, I'm not reading it further, as I'm NOT getting any vaccine,

https://rumble.com/vb4z6j-confirmed-aborted-male-fetus-in-covid-19-vaccine.html
https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/astrazeneca-covid-vaccine-fetal/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/04/20 at 10:26 am


https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/astrazeneca-covid-vaccine-fetal/


This reminds me of when I met a Swedish person in university and I told him I can speak some Swedish (I used to listen to Scandinavian metal and did some Swedish lessons on Duolingo), and he asked me to say something, and I said "Jag äter barn". He started laughing hysterically.  It means "I eat children"  :-[

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/04/20 at 12:24 pm


But wouldn't they tell doctors to prescribe grape seeds then to massively reduce their costs on patented medicine? They hand out guidelines for that kind of stuff and they make even more money when the patients pay for the drugs themselves which they would very likely do considering how cheap it is. Imagine all the billions the insurance guys could save.



No No  No, insurance and pharma are in business to keep people sick and taking their drugs forever....  Patents, can not do that with grapes, etc..... grrrrrrrrrrrrr

And all the social medicine countries PAY no matter how they want to slice it....one way or another you pay,  no freebees out there....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/04/20 at 12:25 pm


https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/astrazeneca-covid-vaccine-fetal/


I would not be bothered with reading of the snope crap....I would not doubt if they are funded by pharma....lots of yrs of learning from this gal.  thanks...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 12/04/20 at 12:45 pm



No No  No, insurance and pharma are in business to keep people sick and taking their drugs forever....  Patents, can not do that with grapes, etc..... grrrrrrrrrrrrr

And all the social medicine countries PAY no matter how they want to slice it....one way or another you pay,  no freebees out there....


Correct!!!!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/04/20 at 12:53 pm

I just stepped up on my protection.

I *used* to use one of those paper 'surgical masks', but there are just too many gaps between my face and the mask.

Now I am using a full-blown KN-95 which is much better. 8)  Nothing is gonna get past that sucker.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/04/20 at 1:01 pm


I just stepped up on my protection.

I *used* to use one of those paper 'surgical masks', but there are just too many gaps between my face and the mask.

Now I am using a full-blown KN-95 which is much better. 8)  Nothing is gonna get past that sucker.


Well that is good for  YOU, even thou so much info out there that the masks do nothing or very little on this covid stuff. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 12/04/20 at 1:09 pm


I would not be bothered with reading of the snope crap....I would not doubt if they are funded by pharma....lots of yrs of learning from this gal.  thanks...


Do you know what the snopes website is about?

It is my go to site for checking out any information or story that seems far fetched. They report on all sorts of scams, chain emails (when they were a thing), dodgy medical claims, was it true that... type stories. Not paid for by anyone except site followers and advertisers

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/04/20 at 1:10 pm


Well that is good for  YOU, even thou so much info out there that the masks do nothing or very little on this covid stuff.


I prefer to mask it instead of a casket.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/04/20 at 1:14 pm


Do you know what the snopes website is about?

It is my go to site for checking out any information or story that seems far fetched. They report on all sorts of scams, chain emails (when they were a thing), dodgy medical claims, was it true that... type stories. Not paid for by anyone except site followers and advertisers


Snopes is almost as good as Wikipedia.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/04/20 at 1:17 pm


I just stepped up on my protection.

I *used* to use one of those paper 'surgical masks', but there are just too many gaps between my face and the mask.

Now I am using a full-blown KN-95 which is much better. 8)  Nothing is gonna get past that sucker.


Make sure it is fitted properly, or else it's useless (that's why N95s aren't recommended to the general public). You should not feel any air leaking through the sides.

In medical settings, they spray a noxious fume, and if you can smell it, then it's not fitted properly. If you have any facial hair, it won't fit.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/04/20 at 1:19 pm


Correct!!!!


How does health insurance make money if you're sick all the time? Do car insurance companies also want you to get into car crashs? Do home insurance get giddy when there's an earthquake?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/04/20 at 1:23 pm


Do you know what the snopes website is about?

It is my go to site for checking out any information or story that seems far fetched. They report on all sorts of scams, chain emails (when they were a thing), dodgy medical claims, was it true that... type stories. Not paid for by anyone except site followers and advertisers


Yes, I was not born yesterday and they could be funded by big drug people...You may  believe it all, I do NOT....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/04/20 at 1:25 pm


I prefer to mask it instead of a casket.  :o


omg, a casket...how dramatic.  Keep living in the fear, and your immune system will stay weakened... ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/04/20 at 1:25 pm


Make sure it is fitted properly, or else it's useless (that's why N95s aren't recommended to the general public). You should not feel any air leaking through the sides.

In medical settings, they spray a noxious fume, and if you can smell it, then it's not fitted properly. If you have any facial hair, it won't fit.


Fits better than the 'surgical mask'.  Breathing through my KN-95 is like sucking on a Virginia Slims cigarette... gives your lungs a real workout.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/04/20 at 1:26 pm


omg, a casket...how dramatic.  Keep living in the fear, and your immune system will stay weakened...


zsTWA4pTCbk

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 12/04/20 at 1:29 pm


Yes, I was not born yesterday and they could be funded by big drug people...You may  believe it all, I do NOT....


They could be, but why would they be?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/04/20 at 1:32 pm


They could be, but why would they be?


And why wouldn't they be?  Obviously you and I think like day and night.  Also Wiki could also be funded by big money   

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 12/04/20 at 1:59 pm


zsTWA4pTCbk


Absolutely horrid song. A pandemic is still no excuse for bad taste. Who are these nobodies?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/04/20 at 2:02 pm


Absolutely horrid song. A pandemic is still no excuse for bad taste.


I found it a rather catchy tune.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/04/20 at 2:04 pm



No No  No, insurance and pharma are in business to keep people sick and taking their drugs forever....  Patents, can not do that with grapes, etc..... grrrrrrrrrrrrr

And all the social medicine countries PAY no matter how they want to slice it....one way or another you pay,  no freebees out there....


Some people don't need to take drugs forever, I took medications for my OCD and a bit of anxiety, Anaframil and Prozac.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/04/20 at 2:07 pm


Well that is good for  YOU, even thou so much info out there that the masks do nothing or very little on this covid stuff.


That's why many people are walking the street with masks on looking like they're ready for surgery.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/04/20 at 2:15 pm


Some people don't need to take drugs forever, I took medications for my OCD and a bit of anxiety, Anaframil and Prozac.


Of course they don't but many many do...they don't seek out alternatives.  I took prozac back in the early 90's and it did nothing...went for 10 ugly years with depression and the G.D. docs did NOT get to the issue--- sluggish THYROID......Until a great D.O. found my issue.,.....  thyroid support is cheap, A/D drugs are pricey, so more $$$ for pharma....I've seen plenty...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/04/20 at 2:16 pm


That's why many people are walking the street with masks on looking like they're ready for surgery.


Or ready to  hold some one up!!!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/04/20 at 2:21 pm

And I'm not into quoting facts, charts etc etc etc....but I keep  hearing from my circle of  news that 99.9% of  people recover from covid cases, infections, illness.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/04/20 at 2:26 pm


You may  believe it all, I do NOT....

Exactly, you instead believe websites that are run by conspiracy theorists with dubious reputation when it comes to telling the truth at best and websites of people who want you to take bleach to treat cancer and aids at worst. What a great way to get your "info".


Also Wiki could also be funded by big money   

Has it ever crossed your mind that your sources cash in on the stuff they sell like your wonder doctor does? But everyone else is big money.


And I'm not into quoting facts, charts etc etc etc....but I keep  hearing from my circle of  news that 99.9% of  people recover from covid cases, infections, illness.

So we are back to fingers in ears, eyes closed and singing lalalalalal.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/04/20 at 2:35 pm

::) ::) ::)

And I've been doing plenty of research for decades, how about you Elor???  And I've mentioned my age many times, but not you and wonder about that one with you....maybe 20's  like others around here. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/04/20 at 2:37 pm


Of course they don't but many many do...they don't seek out alternatives.  I took prozac back in the early 90's and it did nothing...went for 10 ugly years with depression and the G.D. docs did NOT get to the issue--- sluggish THYROID......Until a great D.O. found my issue.,.....  thyroid support is cheap, A/D drugs are pricey, so more $$$ for pharma....I've seen plenty...


I took Prozac for my OCD and some days I'd do weird things like when I'd get nervous I'd start plucking my eyebrows out of anxiousness, some days the medications would make me sluggish and sleepy, I took both of them from 1992-1999 and after that I felt a bit better.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/04/20 at 2:39 pm


Insurance companies and countries with social medicine ONLY insure patent drugs/medicine... can't patent grapes... or echineaca or holy basil or cayenne, garlic ...good lord....if they could patent nature's medicine, THEY WOULD.....


Who said that? I'm pretty sure insurance covers generic drugs, which by definition have had their patents expired.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/04/20 at 2:43 pm


::) ::) ::)

And I've been doing plenty of research for decades, how about you Elor???  And I've mentioned my age many times, but not you and wonder about that one with you....maybe 20's  like others around here.


Your ageism is getting old.  We could've insulted for your age but we didn't. Shows who's real mature around here. ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/04/20 at 2:52 pm


Your ageism is getting old.  We could've insulted for your age but we didn't. Shows who's real mature around here. ::)


No one can insult my age, I'm proud to be 82 and in this good health ..... I guess I could even be  your great grandma S.P.  I'd be proud of that one too and.....age = wisdom

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/04/20 at 2:57 pm


::) ::) ::)

And I've been doing plenty of research for decades, how about you Elor???  And I've mentioned my age many times, but not you and wonder about that one with you....maybe 20's  like others around here.

First of all your age doesn't matter. What matters is what you are saying and how you support your arguments so stop hiding behind being old.  If I get my grandmother here who is 95 (and never took supplements) and she says you're full of it does that then end the argument because she's older than you? Laughable! That's not how that works!
And let it suffice to say that I'm not in my 20's anymore and have a college degree.

So you did research? If those fake news sites and snake oil salesmen were the best you found then you do it wrong.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/04/20 at 3:02 pm

::) ::) ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 12/04/20 at 3:28 pm

*Puts on Mod hat*

Ok Everyone. Just chill. If things don't chill, I WILL lock this thread!


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 12/04/20 at 4:24 pm


*Puts on Mod hat*

Ok Everyone. Just chill. If things don't chill, I WILL lock this thread!


Cat


Yes mum

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/04/20 at 11:47 pm

Questions and Doubts from Germany

https://thehighwire.com/videos/health-expert-stop-covid-vax-experiments/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/05/20 at 1:12 am


Questions and Doubts from Germany

https://thehighwire.com/videos/health-expert-stop-covid-vax-experiments/

Ah yes, Dr. Wolfgang Wodarg. The "world renown" genius who was once the health officer of Flensburg and hired an imposter as his deputy health officer. The man was actually a mail man but could convince Dr. Wodarg that he was a real doctor...

He ones tried to convince people that there is no excess mortality and used graphs for that from the European monitoring program EuroMOMO. He compared mortality from lung diseases over the years to show that not much was going on with COVID 19... The last entry on his chart was from March 2nd 2020. A time in which we had about 2200 confirmed cases of COVID in the whole of Europe. The disaster in Italy had barely started at that point...
https://www.welt.de/gesundheit/article206667595/Wolfgang-Wodarg-Warum-dieser-Mann-die-Fakten-ignorieren-will.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/05/20 at 7:09 am


No one can insult my age, I'm proud to be 82 and in this good health ..... I guess I could even be  your great grandma S.P.  I'd be proud of that one too and.....age = wisdom



Could you be my great grandmother? ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/05/20 at 12:26 pm

Whatever and whomever Dr. Wolfgang Wodarg is there is a lot of info on  him and i absolutely appreciate anyone who QUESTIONS the Establishment.... ::)

If only more would WAKE UP.....

https://evolvetoecology.org/2020/12/02/ex-pfizer-doctor-yeadon-and-lung-specialist-doctor-wodarg-file-for-suspension-of-all-sars-cov2-vaccine-studies/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/05/20 at 1:32 pm

New York City

329K
+3,600

24,323
+18

These are the latest coronavirus numbers as of late and still aren't good.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/05/20 at 2:06 pm


Whatever and whomever Dr. Wolfgang Wodarg is there is a lot of info on  him and i absolutely appreciate anyone who QUESTIONS the Establishment.... ::)

Ah, here finally comes the true intention. It's not about being right or wrong, it's about being against the establishment no matter what. That's what it's all about. It also explains your "research" and hate for facts.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/05/20 at 2:30 pm


https://evolvetoecology.org/2020/12/02/ex-pfizer-doctor-yeadon-and-lung-specialist-doctor-wodarg-file-for-suspension-of-all-sars-cov2-vaccine-studies/

Reading the article I immediately noticed something.
It already starts with some statement that is misleading at best and a simple lie at worst.
...the lung specialist and former head of the public health department Dr. Wolfgang Wodarg
"The public health department"? Sounds like a federal position, as if only one of those existed. He was head of the public health department of Flensburg. One city of Germany. Not on a state level and not on a federal level. There are hundreds like that. Why do they need to inflate him? Oh right, because it sells the news better and fits the narrative.

Dr. Wodarg and Dr. Yeadon demand that the studies – for the protection of the life and health of the volunteers – should not be continued until a study design is available that is suitable to address the significant safety concerns expressed by an increasing number of renowned scientists against the vaccine and the study design.
Shouldn't that be the part where they name a few of these "renowned" scientists? Why don't they? Are they renowned outside of conspiracy circles?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: jaminhealth on 12/05/20 at 2:35 pm

Renowned??????    There are 1000's and 1000's of scientists around the world....please....and renowned.....omg, who makes them  renowned?   

Again all, take what  you want here and leave what you don't want....I do that with everything in my life. 

Enjoy....

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 12/05/20 at 2:51 pm


Renowned??????    There are 1000's and 1000's of scientists around the world....please....and renowned.....omg, who makes them  renowned?   

Again all, take what  you want here and leave what you don't want....I do that with everything in my life. 

Enjoy....



You seem to think that everyone should take what you say as gospel truth. When your sources are called out as being less than reputable, you dismiss it. You have the attitude that you are right and everyone else is wrong-even when you are PROVEN to be wrong.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/05/20 at 3:02 pm

I think I sense a user ban coming soon.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 12/05/20 at 4:59 pm


I think I sense a user ban coming soon.  :o



Yup-I just banned a spammer-BEFORE they had a chance to spam.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/05/20 at 9:48 pm


New York City

329K
+3,600

24,323
+18

These are the latest coronavirus numbers as of late and still aren't good.  :(


Numbers are not good here in Ontario either. People are packing the malls even though the exact same deals are available online. Either they are illiterate or they just don't care, probably both since it goes hand in hand.

Subject: Vaccine rumours debunked: Microchips, 'altered DNA' and more

Written By: Dude111 on 12/05/20 at 10:54 pm

There is no vaccine "microchip" and there is no evidence to support claims that powerful people are somehow planning to use the vaccine to track the world’s population.

# The coronavirus vaccine would not alter human DNA.


How do you know for sure???? You dont,none of us do!!

I think I sense a user ban coming soon.  :o

She isnt doing anything wrong.... Just because it doesnt go along with mainstream stuff doesnt mean it cant be discussed....Please remember that http://www.inthe00s.com/Themes/core/images/post/smiley.gif

Subject: Re: Vaccine rumours debunked: Microchips, 'altered DNA' and more

Written By: 2001 on 12/05/20 at 11:04 pm


How do you know for sure???? You dont,none of us do!!

She isnt doing anything wrong.... Just because it doesnt go along with mainstream stuff doesnt mean it cant be discussed....Please remember that http://www.inthe00s.com/Themes/core/images/post/smiley.gif


So you admit you don't know... Why make baseless claims then?  ???

Subject: Re: Vaccine rumours debunked: Microchips, 'altered DNA' and more

Written By: karen on 12/06/20 at 8:15 am


How do you know for sure???? You dont,none of us do!!



https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/54893437

BBC fact checking site looks at the claims around the new vaccine and where the rumours about Bill Gates and the microchip injection came from, amongst other things.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/06/20 at 8:21 am


I think I sense a user ban coming soon.  :o


I think I agree with you LB.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/06/20 at 8:23 am


Numbers are not good here in Ontario either. People are packing the malls even though the exact same deals are available online. Either they are illiterate or they just don't care, probably both since it goes hand in hand.


I just want to see the numbers go down to zero and just have it stay there.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/06/20 at 9:24 am


Absolutely horrid song. A pandemic is still no excuse for bad taste. Who are these nobodies?


These are considered the hottest pandemic tunes

INaaafxb6EI

This is fun to wash your hands to

_2tScZLArsM

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics

Written By: nally on 12/06/20 at 12:47 pm


I just want to see the numbers go down to zero and just have it stay there.

I am sure we all want that to happen. But it's not that easy. :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics

Written By: Howard on 12/06/20 at 1:40 pm


I am sure we all want that to happen. But it's not that easy. :-\\


I know, I definitely understand that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/06/20 at 4:29 pm


I think I agree with you LB.


Great minds think alike.  8)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/06/20 at 4:38 pm

Rudy Giuliani hast tested positive for Covid 19...

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/rudy-giuliani-tests-positive-for-covid19-trump-tweets-2020-12-06/

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Rudy Giuliani tests positive!!

Written By: nally on 12/06/20 at 9:59 pm


Rudy Giuliani hast tested positive for Covid 19...

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/rudy-giuliani-tests-positive-for-covid19-trump-tweets-2020-12-06/


Gee...why am I not surprised? ::) After all the people he came into direct contact with in recent days/weeks......

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 1:58 am

There have been about 1.7 million confirmed cases of coronavirus in the UK and more than 60,000 people have died, government figures show. However, these figures include only people who have died within 28 days of testing positive for coronavirus and other measures suggest the number of deaths is higher.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 2:03 am


How do you know for sure???? You dont,none of us do!!
If you checked on the given URL on the link on my reply, that is who!

It is always best to included the reply quote when referring to a reply, not just copy and paste.


Anti-vaccine activists have taken advantage of the pandemic to spread misinformation online.

Rumours and conspiracy theories – distinct from valid questions about the speed and efficacy of the various coronavirus vaccines – have been spreading for months.

We’ve looked into the truth behind some of the most widely shared false vaccine claims, including:

There is no vaccine "microchip" and there is no evidence to support claims that powerful people are somehow planning to use the vaccine to track the world’s population.

# The coronavirus vaccine would not alter human DNA.

# The recovery rate for the virus isn’t 99.97%

# Vaccines do not contain aborted fetal tissue

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55151832

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest UK headlines

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 3:46 am

Here's what's going on in the UK this morning:

# Hundreds of thousands of doses of coronavirus vaccine are being distributed around the UK in time to begin the immunisation programme on Tuesday

# Rapid coronavirus testing is being made available in care homes in parts of Scotland to allow relatives to visit their loved ones

# Shoppers were back in England's high streets and shopping centres this weekend, but numbers were well below pre-pandemic levels

# Some tech firms have been offering "virtual nannies" for parents struggling with childcare during the pandemic

# School children in Wales are home-learning on games consoles and mobile phones, teachers have said, despite a Welsh Government pledge none would be "left behind" during the pandemic

# The Lancashire FA has defended the short-notice announcement of its decision to suspend grassroots football, saying its priority was "to protect the community" over Christmas

# An Army veteran who plays the Last Post every night in memory of victims of coronavirus has said he will end his daily renditions on New Year's Eve.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/07/20 at 4:08 am


Rudy Giuliani hast tested positive for Covid 19...

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/rudy-giuliani-tests-positive-for-covid19-trump-tweets-2020-12-06/


First Donald Trump and now Rudy Giuliani.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 4:15 am


Rudy Giuliani hast tested positive for Covid 19...

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/rudy-giuliani-tests-positive-for-covid19-trump-tweets-2020-12-06/
When running around the country and meeting many people masks should be worn?

Subject: Coronavirus: Vaccine rollout 'marathon not a sprint'

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 4:18 am

The coronavirus vaccine is the "beginning of the end" of the epidemic in the UK, Prof Stephen Powis has said, as vaccinations begin on Tuesday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55202093

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/07/20 at 4:38 am


When running around the country and meeting many people masks should be worn?


Yes, definitely.

Subject: Most of California under strict new lockdown as cases surge

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 5:18 am

Most parts of the US state of California are under a strict new lockdown, as Covid-19 continues to surge across the country.

The stay-at-home order affects around 85% of the state's 40 million people. It will be in place for at least three weeks and cover the Christmas holiday.

Many businesses will be closed, and people will be banned from meeting anyone outside their household.

On Sunday, the US had a record number of people in hospital with Covid-19.

The country has seen a sharp rise in cases and Covid-related deaths in recent weeks, a surge that could be partly down to last month's Thanksgiving holiday, when millions of Americans travelled around the US.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-55198173

Subject: Australia welcomes first international flight in months

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 5:33 am

Australia's second-largest city, Melbourne, has welcomed its first international passenger flight since June.

The country closed its borders to non-residents in March, but repatriation flights in Melbourne were halted a few months later after a coronavirus outbreak at two hotels where passengers were quarantined.

A new system has been put in place for international arrivals and those who arrived from Sri Lanka on Monday will not be allowed to leave their hotel rooms during the 14-day quarantine period - except for medical, health or compassionate reasons.

The news comes a day before the state of Western Australia is due to end restrictions on travellers from Victoria and New South Wales – meaning that almost all of the country's internal borders will be reopened.

Subject: Rita Ora apologises for second Covid lockdown breach

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 6:46 am

Pop star Rita Ora has apologised for a second breach of the UK's Covid-19 restrictions, after failing to self-isolate following a trip to Egypt.

The 30-year-old flew to Egypt for a private performance on 21 November. On her return the following day, she should have isolated for two weeks.

Instead, she threw a birthday party in London, which was itself in violation of lockdown rules. The starapologised for the party last week, and offered to pay a fine.

Details of her trip to Egypt subsequently emerged in theMail On Sunday.

The newspaper said the singer, whose hits include I Will Never Let You Down, Your Song and Let You Love Me, had played an exclusive set at Cairo's W Hotel for a six-figure sum.

In response, Ora said she "deserved criticism" for her actions, and would donate her fee from the concert to charity.

Subject: South African students to isolate after 'super-spreader' parties

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 6:53 am

South Africa's health minister has asked all final-year students who attended parties over the weekend to quarantine for 10 days to avoid spreading coronavirus.

Zweli Mkhize identified the end-of-year gatherings as super-spreader events and said some positive cases had been identified among attendees.

"We also encourage parents to take their children who have attended rage events for testing as soon as possible," he said.

South Africa has recorded 814,565 cases and 22,206 deaths - the highest on the continent. President Cyril Ramaphosa last week urged people to follow the guidelines to curb the recent rise in infections.

Subject: England's cricket tour of South Africa abandoned

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 7:25 am

England's tour of South Africa has been abandoned after two unnamed members of the touring party returned "unconfirmed positive tests" for coronavirus.

The tourists were tested on Saturday after two members of staff from their hotel returned positive tests.

That led to Sunday's one-day international being called off, just as a game on Friday was postponed after a positive test by a South Africa player.

Further games on Monday and Wednesday have been cancelled.

Subject: Re: Australia welcomes first international flight in months

Written By: karen on 12/07/20 at 7:28 am


Australia's second-largest city, Melbourne, has welcomed its first international passenger flight since June.

The country closed its borders to non-residents in March, but repatriation flights in Melbourne were halted a few months later after a coronavirus outbreak at two hotels where passengers were quarantined.

A new system has been put in place for international arrivals and those who arrived from Sri Lanka on Monday will not be allowed to leave their hotel rooms during the 14-day quarantine period - except for medical, health or compassionate reasons.


Do you watch The Last Leg? The main presenter Adam Hills usually travels between London and Melbourne. He presented part of one series via video link from his garage at home in Melbourne. He came to the U.K. when their lockdown ended. He has flown back to Melbourne for Christmas and was explaining how strict his quarantine will be. They are having a guest presenter because he won’t be able to join in.

Subject: Which other countries have begun vaccinating?

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 7:50 am

Tomorrow the UK is set to begun rolling out mass vaccinations against coronavirus using the injection created by Pfizer and BioNTech. Many of the vaccines which have been developed have been tested among thousands of volunteers in various countries, but which other governments have begun offering vaccines to the public?

Russia began offering large-scale vaccinations for at-risk groups on Saturday. But while the Sputnik V vaccine received emergency approval from the government in August, clinical trials to test its safety and efficacy have not yet been completed

China also appears to have begun offering vaccines to the public, with hundreds queueing for an experimental vaccine that has not yet completed clinical trials in the city of Yiwu in October

In the UAE, thousands of frontline staff and even the ruler of Dubai have already been given a vaccine developed by China's Sinopharm

In the US, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plans to meet on 10 December to discuss emergency approval for the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine, while a decision on the Moderna vaccine is expected the following week

The EU is expected to make a decision on whether to approve the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine by the end of December, although it is unlikely that member states will begin offering vaccines before January

Subject: Wales 'only part of UK without falling Covid rates'

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 9:05 am

Wales' Health Minister Vaughan Gething has been speaking at the government's daily briefing.

One of the first things he said was that Wales was the only part of the UK where Covid infection rates were not falling at the end of November.

If there is not a drop in Covid hospital admissions "we will need to consider what action we can take", he said.

Gething also confirmed he's been in meetings today with Pfizer and officials about the vaccine.

He is clear that vaccines will not be rolled out into Welsh care homes tomorrow - which is when the UK's mass vaccination programme is set to begin in hospitals.

Gething says other parts of the UK have suggested they will be able to get the vaccine to care homes before Christmas - but he wants to wait before he has a definitive date to make such assertions.

He's also asked about potential disruption to the supply of medicines - including the Covid vaccine - at ports following the end of the Brexit transition period on 31 December.

For medicines that are time-limited and could become ineffective by delays - such as the Covid vaccine - the UK government has made an arrangement to fly those in to different parts of the UK, he said.

It would be "unacceptable" to have Covid vaccines held up at ports, he added.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/07/20 at 9:54 am

Ontario introduced a new rule whereby any kid with symptoms will need to get tested before showing up to class. That could've saved my cousin.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/07/20 at 10:02 am

Prince Edward Island (Canadian Atlantic province) is starting a 2 week lockdown after just 4 cases were reported. They've had 0 deaths from COVID-19 in that province.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 10:06 am


Prince Edward Island (Canadian Atlantic province) is starting a 2 week lockdown after just 4 cases were reported. They've had 0 deaths from COVID-19 in that province.
It is an island so hopefully Covid-19 should be easier to contain and keep out?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/07/20 at 10:16 am


It is an island so hopefully Covid-19 should be easier to contain and keep out?


Yep. They have a 14 day quarantine for anyone coming in.

I'm envious of their case count. I follow a fitness person on Instagram in the neighbouring province (New Brunswick) which also has a low case count and he still goes to the gym everyday. They live so freely.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 12/07/20 at 10:44 am


Ontario introduced a new rule whereby any kid with symptoms will need to get tested before showing up to class. That could've saved my cousin.


What were they doing before? Here if you have any symptoms you are supposed to isolate at home and book a test.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 10:48 am


Yep. They have a 14 day quarantine for anyone coming in.

I'm envious of their case count. I follow a fitness person on Instagram in the neighbouring province (New Brunswick) which also has a low case count and he still goes to the gym everyday. They live so freely.  :\'(
New Zealand, as an island faired well till people came in from abroad.

Subject: House party with 'up to 150 guests' raided by police

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 12:11 pm

A house party with up to 150 guests has been broken up by police in the English city of Nottingham.

The 20-year-old organiser of the illegal gathering, in Lace Street, is facing a fine of up to £10,000 after officers arrived at about 00:30 GMT.

Several guests were given £200 penalties for breaking Covid-19 rules and a 19-year-old man was charged with obstructing a police officer.

The charged 19-year-old was also fined £200 and bailed to appear at Nottingham Magistrates' Court on 26 January.

The party host has been reported for summons and could be given the maximum fine under Covid-19 regulations.

Nottingham is subject to tier three restrictions, which bans different households mixing indoors.

Insp Amy English, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: "The very last thing we want to be doing as police officers is to be punishing people for gathering together and having fun but there really are no excuses for this kind of behaviour where people are blatantly ignoring rules in such large numbers."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 12/07/20 at 12:37 pm

The people of Nottingham seem to be taking the mick a bit. They council approved a Christmas market in the market square, but it had to be closed down because it was too crowded. Photos show o social distancing and very few wearing masks.

There has been several stories of parties being broken up as well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 12:38 pm


The people of Nottingham seem to be taking the mick a bit. They council approved a Christmas market in the market square, but it had to be closed down because it was too crowded. Photos show o social distancing and very few wearing masks.

There has been several stories of parties being broken up as well.
There similar reports of Regent Street in London too.

Subject: The drop in UK daily cases slowing

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/20 at 1:20 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2020/12/7/f3e2f254-0614-4d60-9cc6-2a4655b86aea.png

Information on the UK's daily coronavirus figures, which the government published earlier.

It showed a further 14,718 people had tested positive for coronavirus, and another 189 people had died.

Our data team has updated the graphs which show us how the number of deaths and cases (calculated as a seven day average) is changing.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/07/20 at 1:46 pm


What were they doing before? Here if you have any symptoms you are supposed to isolate at home and book a test.


Before you had to isolate at home for 24 hours and could return if symptoms improved. Now even if you show one symptom you need to get tested. One of the symptoms is runny/stuffy nose, which is causing a lot of controversy.

Subject: Re: House party with 'up to 150 guests' raided by police

Written By: 2001 on 12/07/20 at 2:24 pm


A house party with up to 150 guests has been broken up by police in the English city of Nottingham.

The 20-year-old organiser of the illegal gathering, in Lace Street, is facing a fine of up to £10,000 after officers arrived at about 00:30 GMT.

Several guests were given £200 penalties for breaking Covid-19 rules and a 19-year-old man was charged with obstructing a police officer.

The charged 19-year-old was also fined £200 and bailed to appear at Nottingham Magistrates' Court on 26 January.

The party host has been reported for summons and could be given the maximum fine under Covid-19 regulations.

Nottingham is subject to tier three restrictions, which bans different households mixing indoors.

Insp Amy English, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: "The very last thing we want to be doing as police officers is to be punishing people for gathering together and having fun but there really are no excuses for this kind of behaviour where people are blatantly ignoring rules in such large numbers."


Whenever I read about these parties on the news I'm always offended that I wasn't invited.  >:(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/07/20 at 3:49 pm

Canada will be receiving 250,000 doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine this December, provided that Health Canada approved it.

Residents of long-term care homes and the staff that work in then will receive top priority in the vaccination drive. 80% of the 9,000 deaths from COVID-19 in Canada's first wave were in long-term care homes, the highest rate in the world.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/07/20 at 6:21 pm


Ontario introduced a new rule whereby any kid with symptoms will need to get tested before showing up to class. That could've saved my cousin.


They shut down the strip clubs too.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/07/20 at 10:59 pm


They shut down the strip clubs too.  :-\\


Yeah lol, people kept lying on the contract tracing forms.

Anyway another 100+ deaths today in Canada 😤 So many selfish people that allowed this to happen.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 12/07/20 at 11:57 pm


They shut down the strip clubs too.  :-\\
Noooo  :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 vaccine: First person receives Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 3:44 am

A 90-year-old woman has become the first person to be given a Covid jab as part of the mass vaccination programme being rolled out across the UK.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55227325

Subject: What’s happening around the world?

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 4:08 am

Meanwhile, here are the latest international headlines this morning:

The US’ top infectious diseases expert Dr Anthony Fauci has warned of another surge in coronavirus cases after Christmas - even as the country struggles to cope with the rise that followed last month’s Thanksgiving celebrations

The governors of the two biggest states in the US, California and New York, have warned of a crisis in hospitals

Israel has announced a nationwide night-time curfew ahead of one of the main festivals in the Jewish calendar, Hannukah. The rules will come into effect from Wednesday

Hong Kong has also unveiled a series of new restrictions, including closing restaurants from 18:00

Subject: Hancock: Vaccine roll-out offers a 'way through' pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 4:19 am

Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said the start of the rollout of Pfizer's Covid-19 vaccine means there is "finally" a "way through" the coronavirus crisis.

Mr Hancock told Sky News it made him "quite emotional" to see photos of Margaret Keenan receive the jab.

"It has been such a tough year for so many people and finally we have our way through it - our light at the end of the tunnel, as so many people are saying.

"And just watching Margaret there - it seems so simple having a jab in your arm, but that will protect Margaret and it will protect the people around her.

"And if we manage to do that in what is going to be one of the biggest programmes in NHS history, if we manage to do that for everybody who is vulnerable to this disease then we can move on."

Subject: Second person to receive vaccine: William Shakespeare

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 4:49 am

As 90-year-old Margaret Keenan was the first person in the UK to receive the Pfizer/BioNTech coronavirus vaccine, outside medical trials. Now, the BBC's health editor, Hugh Pym, is reporting the second person to receive the jab happens to be called William Shakespeare - and is from Warwickshire. Of course, the playwright and poet William Shakespeare was born and died in Stratford-upon-Avon - also in Warwickshire.

Subject: Hope for England care home vaccinations 'before Christmas'

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 4:58 am

It is hoped that vaccinations in England's care homes can begin "before Christmas", Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said.

He told BBC Breakfast: "We'll do that as soon as we can.

"We can't do it from today because the way that we get the vaccine physically to the care homes itself needs to be safe and secure approved by the regulator."

He added: "We hope to be starting that before Christmas."

On the number of doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine the UK will receive, he said the country was expecting "millions by the end of the year".

He added: "We're not putting an exact figure on it because there are so many uncertainties still."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): if a person refuses the vaccination

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 5:50 am

Just heard on BBC News that, if a person refuses the vaccination they will not go to the bottom the the list, but be taken OFF the list.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Rising cases in Essex, Kent and London

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 5:54 am

Suppressing coronavirus during the vaccine rollout remains "absolutely critical", as there are rising cases in parts of Essex, Kent and London, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said.

He told BBC Radio 4's Today programme: "This is an incredibly important moment on the march out of this pandemic, but we've still got a long march to go this winter.

"People need to keep respecting the rules and try to live in a way that, if you have the virus, infects as few people as possible."

The UK has "got to keep this under control", he added.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What's the latest around Europe?

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 6:32 am

Here is a look at some of the main news from Europe:

Italian Interior Minister Luciana Lamorgese has tested positive prompting two ministerial colleagues to go into isolation. She took part in a brief cabinet meeting on Monday where everyone wore masks. Lamorgese doesn’t have Covid symptoms

Denmark is reimposing tighter restrictions on 38 towns and cities including Copenhagen and Aarhus. As of tomorrow restaurants and bars will shut and many children will be sent home from school

France is still looking to relax the national lockdown conditions on 15 December, despite the aim of 5,000 maximum daily cases not being met. Cinemas, theatres and museums are set to reopen and families will be allowed to meet up for Christmas. Health Minister Jérôme Salomon says cases are down to around 10,000 a day and France must remain vigilant.

Europe’s second Covid wave has been more deadly than the first, Spain’s El País newspaper reports. Since the start of August the pandemic has claimed 152,216 lives while the first wave up to the end of July cost 136,176 lives

German Health Minister Jens Spahn says if cases don’t fall before Christmas then stricter lockdown measures may have to be imposed again. That could mean non-essential shops closing

And finally.... A Dutch New Year’s Day tradition of diving into the sea at Scheveningen is being cancelled because of the pandemic. Instead, the organisers are offering to send frustrated divers two tins of sea water so they don’t miss out

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/08/20 at 7:08 am


New Zealand, as an island faired well till people came in from abroad.


What about other countries?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/08/20 at 7:10 am


Before you had to isolate at home for 24 hours and could return if symptoms improved. Now even if you show one symptom you need to get tested. One of the symptoms is runny/stuffy nose, which is causing a lot of controversy.


I only had a slight cold last week and lasted 2 days, couldn't smell or taste anything.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 7:14 am


What about other countries?
I was speaking as countries that consist of an island or islands, sorry I have not done the research on this.

Subject: We should expect new pandemics, head of vaccine taskforce warns

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 8:09 am

The head of the UK's vaccine taskforce, Kate Bingham, has warned we should expect different pandemics in the future, but that the UK will be "well prepared", She told the BBC's Today programme earlier that the infrastructure developed this year to fight Covid-19 would help with future virus outbreaks.

"I think we should expect future pandemics, but what we've put in place is we now have three separate, flexible manufacturing sites, which allows us to make different vaccines quickly," she said.

"Those could be mRNA vaccines like the Pfizer/BioNTech, they could be the viral vaccines like Oxford, protein-based vaccines or whole-virus vaccines, so having that flexible manufacturing capacity puts us in a very strong position...

"So the UK, we really are punching above our weight on a global stage, so I think we will be well prepared. But we haven't finished the job and we've got to continue along the path that we've set out."

Subject: India records lowest daily case rise in five months

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 8:16 am

India reported fewer than 27,000 new cases for the first time since July on Tuesday, the government has announced.

It is a significant drop from early September, when the country recorded more than 90,000 new cases in a single day.

More than 9.7 million people in India have contracted the virus since the pandemic began - the second-highest number of any country in the world after the US.

Around 140,000 people have also died, although this figure is among the lowest in the world when compared to the size of India's population. Some experts say the true scale of the pandemic in the country may have been under-reported.

Subject: Spike in London cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 8:19 am

London has seen a spike in Covid-19 cases, according to new figures, which show outer London now has a higher infection rate than some areas in England's top tier of restrictions.

The capital was placed in tier two of England's coronavirus restrictions when the national lockdown was lifted on 2 December.

Two-thirds of London's boroughs registered an increase in coronavirus cases in the week to 3 December, figures from Public Health England show.

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Across London, more than 15,000 people tested positive for Covid-19 in the past week, the highest number for any region in the country.

But between London's boroughs there is a huge variation.

Taken together all of London's outer boroughs have an infection rate of 196 cases per 100,000. This is higher than the current rate in Leicestershire, Tees Valley or Bristol, all of which are in tier three restrictions.

Officials are due to meet on 16 December to review the tier system.

Subject: Fresh fears in China after outbreak reported in Chengdu

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 11:00 am

There are fresh fears in China about a widespread outbreak of coronavirus as new cases have been confirmed in Chengdu, a major city in southwestern China’s Sichuan province.

Chengdu has a population of approximately 16 million people, and the city has confirmed five new symptomatic cases of the virus since yesterday.

An elderly couple were confirmed to have the virus yesterday, but today, a couple of elderly farmers and the 20-year-old grand-daughter of the first couple have also been confirmed as having the virus. The latter had visited multiple bars and restaurants around the city, and so these have been sealed off with police tape, and recent visitors have been told to immediately get tested.

Official media say that schools and nurseries in Chengdu’s Pidu District have been suspended and

the local government has locked down the gated communities of the latest patients. Residents in these communities are also being tested.

However, state media are dismissing “rumours” online that the city is imminently going into lockdown. Global Times says that the city has entered “wartime mode”, but the official CCTV broadcaster says that Chengdu’s airports and railway stations are operating as normal.

Subject: Re: Fresh fears in China after outbreak reported in Chengdu

Written By: 2001 on 12/08/20 at 11:29 am


There are fresh fears in China about a widespread outbreak of coronavirus as new cases have been confirmed in Chengdu, a major city in southwestern China’s Sichuan province.

Chengdu has a population of approximately 16 million people, and the city has confirmed five new symptomatic cases of the virus since yesterday.

An elderly couple were confirmed to have the virus yesterday, but today, a couple of elderly farmers and the 20-year-old grand-daughter of the first couple have also been confirmed as having the virus. The latter had visited multiple bars and restaurants around the city, and so these have been sealed off with police tape, and recent visitors have been told to immediately get tested.

Official media say that schools and nurseries in Chengdu’s Pidu District have been suspended and

the local government has locked down the gated communities of the latest patients. Residents in these communities are also being tested.

However, state media are dismissing “rumours” online that the city is imminently going into lockdown. Global Times says that the city has entered “wartime mode”, but the official CCTV broadcaster says that Chengdu’s airports and railway stations are operating as normal.


Oh no, that's probably my favourite city in China. I hope Chengdu manage to dig themselves out of this.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 11:55 am


Oh no, that's probably my favourite city in China. I hope Chengdu manage to dig themselves out of this.  :-\\
If it is a different strain of virus, it will create more problems?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK announces 616 further deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 11:55 am

The UK government has reported another 12,282 daily positive tests for coronavirus.

There have also been a further 616 deaths, within 28 days of a positive test, taking the total to have died to 62,033.

That’s up from 189 deaths announced on Monday, although there is often a reporting lag over the weekend.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coroaravirus): Four lions test positive in Spanish zoo

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 11:57 am

Four lions at a zoo in Barcelona have tested positive for coronavirus.

Three females - Zala, Nima and Run Run - and a male named Kiumbe were all tested after displaying mild symptoms. Two members of staff also tested positive for the virus last month, although it is not clear how the lions were infected.

“The lions were given veterinary care for their mild clinical condition - similar to a very mild flu condition - through anti-inflammatory treatment and close monitoring, and the animals responded well,” the zoo said in a statement, according to Reuters.

The zoo added that the animals had had no contact with other animals.

This is only the second documented case of big cats contracting the virus, after four tigers and three lions at Bronx Zoo in the US tested positive in April.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/08/20 at 11:57 am


If it is a different strain of virus, it will create more problems?


I don't think it's a different strain. Coronaviruses don't mutate very quickly, unlike influenza. But I guess it can't be ruled out.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/20 at 11:58 am


I don't think it's a different strain. Coronaviruses don't mutate very quickly, unlike influenza. But I guess it can't be ruled out.
If so, it will be welcoming news.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/08/20 at 6:08 pm

Canadian province of Alberta will be putting in restrictions starting on Friday. Indoor bars and restaurants will be closed, as well as casinos.

They really let get things out of control before doing anything. They are "double bunking" in their ICUs (putting two beds in an area where there should be one), and the premier fired a bunch of doctors and nurses before the second wave began under the aegis of "balancing the budget".  :o

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Eot-zX1XIAIaZiT?format=jpg&name=large

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/09/20 at 5:27 am

An old grade school buddy of mine (I had not seen him since 1973) just succumbed to Covid in a nursing home where he had been staying. I researched the home, and it turns out that 90% of its residents tested positive for the dreaded virus.  :-\\

One of my customers (she is 71) caught the virus whilst shopping for a nursing home for her father in law.

Moral of the story... stay away from nursing homes while all of this is going on. And if you have the capability to take somebody out of one, that. Would be the thing to do.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/20 at 5:41 am


An old grade school buddy of mine (I had not seen him since 1973) just succumbed to Covid in a nursing home where he had been staying. I researched the home, and it turns out that 90% of its residents tested positive for the dreaded virus.  :-\\

One of my customers (she is 71) caught the virus whilst shopping for a nursing home for her father in law.

Moral of the story... stay away from nursing homes while all of this is going on. And if you have the capability to take somebody out of one, that. Would be the thing to do.
Sorry to hear this.

Hence why here in the UK the nursing homes have top priority for the vaccination.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/09/20 at 8:55 am


An old grade school buddy of mine (I had not seen him since 1973) just succumbed to Covid in a nursing home where he had been staying. I researched the home, and it turns out that 90% of its residents tested positive for the dreaded virus.  :-\\

One of my customers (she is 71) caught the virus whilst shopping for a nursing home for her father in law.

Moral of the story... stay away from nursing homes while all of this is going on. And if you have the capability to take somebody out of one, that. Would be the thing to do.


Wow, that's awful.

Yeah, during the beginning of the pandemic a lot of staff at a local nursing home here quit, and then an outbreak of COVID-19 happened and many residents succombed to the disease. Those places are awfully run.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 12/09/20 at 11:26 am

In the U.K. the more expensive, and thus better staffed, care homes on the whole managed to lock themselves down, with staff either moving in or voluntarily isolating from their families so they did not bring the disease into the care home.

Unfortunately the government forced the NHS to free up beds by moving older people into care homes without testing them for coronavirus. Many council run homes were not in a position to refuse these new residents and therefore many cases came from the hospitals into the care homes.

It also wasn’t appreciated how many staff work two or three days in one home and then the rest of the week in another. Or rely on “bank” staff to cover illnesses etc. So staff were transferring the virus about the place early on in February and March

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 12/09/20 at 2:28 pm


An old grade school buddy of mine (I had not seen him since 1973) just succumbed to Covid in a nursing home where he had been staying. I researched the home, and it turns out that 90% of its residents tested positive for the dreaded virus.  :-\\

One of my customers (she is 71) caught the virus whilst shopping for a nursing home for her father in law.

Moral of the story... stay away from nursing homes while all of this is going on. And if you have the capability to take somebody out of one, that. Would be the thing to do.



(((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))))))))


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/10/20 at 4:32 am


An old grade school buddy of mine (I had not seen him since 1973) just succumbed to Covid in a nursing home where he had been staying. I researched the home, and it turns out that 90% of its residents tested positive for the dreaded virus.  :-\\

One of my customers (she is 71) caught the virus whilst shopping for a nursing home for her father in law.

Moral of the story... stay away from nursing homes while all of this is going on. And if you have the capability to take somebody out of one, that. Would be the thing to do.


Sorry to hear this. :(

Subject: Rand Paul Makes Sense

Written By: Dude111 on 12/10/20 at 6:23 pm

www.lifesitenews.com/news/sen-rand-paul-questions-value-of-covid-lockdowns-mask-mandates-social-distancing

Found this today,thought others might value it......

Subject: Queen of Mean Ellen DeGeneres Announces She Has Covid-19

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 12/10/20 at 8:10 pm

Queen of Mean Ellen DeGeneres Announces She Has Covid-19

https://www.cnn.com/2020/12/10/entertainment/ellen-degeneres-covid/index.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/10/20 at 9:49 pm

Wow, a man in Calgary walked into a long-term care home KNOWING he had COVID-19. Incredible.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/10/20 at 11:18 pm

I noticed Oregon's COVID-19 death rate surpassed Ontario's. That leaves just Maine and Vermont with lower rates in the continental 48 (Alaska looks close to surpassing us too).

Locally Manitoba dethroned us to take the #2 spot, and Alberta looks set to knock us down another rank at its current pace. A Doug Ford redemption arc no one asked for.  :\'(

Yes I know how to strange it looks to keep up with this macabre tally. It satisfies a morbid curiosity, no pun intended. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/11/20 at 2:18 pm

45 deaths in Ontario today and 53 in Québec. We're approaching first wave numbers.  :\'(

My city is reconfining starting Monday, the mall is closing. Great timing with everyone throughout Toronto doing their Christmas shopping here and leaving little "presents" behind.  ::)

Subject: Re: Queen of Mean Ellen DeGeneres Announces She Has Covid-19

Written By: Howard on 12/11/20 at 3:03 pm


Queen of Mean Ellen DeGeneres Announces She Has Covid-19

https://www.cnn.com/2020/12/10/entertainment/ellen-degeneres-covid/index.html


Hope she gets better soon.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 12/11/20 at 3:33 pm


I noticed Oregon's COVID-19 death rate surpassed Ontario's. That leaves just Maine and Vermont with lower rates in the continental 48 (Alaska looks close to surpassing us too).

Locally Manitoba dethroned us to take the #2 spot, and Alberta looks set to knock us down another rank at its current pace. A Doug Ford redemption arc no one asked for.  :\'(

Yes I know how to strange it looks to keep up with this macabre tally. It satisfies a morbid curiosity, no pun intended. :o


Our numbers have been going up. We were at 65 for the longest time. Now we are at 89-6 of those are in my county. I believe most if not all of those were at the nursing home where my FIL resided before he passed away 8 years ago.  :\'( :\'( :\'( 


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/11/20 at 11:26 pm


Our numbers have been going up. We were at 65 for the longest time. Now we are at 89-6 of those are in my county. I believe most if not all of those were at the nursing home where my FIL resided before he passed away 8 years ago.  :\'( :\'( :\'( 


Cat


Wow. May they RIP. This whole thing is still some ways away from being over.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/11/20 at 11:29 pm

My friend from high school who is now a paramedic is top priority to receive a vaccine. Really cool!

I heard people under 16 will not be vaccinated. My 15 year old sister is really upset about this lol.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/12/20 at 3:09 pm

Man this COVID has now taken Tiny Lister (Zeus or Deebo) from the film Friday and WWF back in 1988 and 1989 and now country music star Charley Pride.  :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/14/20 at 7:40 pm


Man this COVID has now taken Tiny Lister (Zeus or Deebo) from the film Friday and WWF back in 1988 and 1989 and now country music star Charley Pride.  :\'(

add it all up, and the death toll in the U.S. alone has crept past 300,000 :\'( :\'( :\'( :\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: 2001 on 12/14/20 at 9:57 pm


add it all up, and the death toll in the U.S. alone has crept past 300,000 :\'( :\'( :\'( :\'( :\'( :\'(


This pandemic has been more horrific than any of us could have predicted. RIP all those who lost their lives too soon.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/15/20 at 12:24 am


This pandemic has been more horrific than any of us could have predicted. RIP all those who lost their lives too soon.  :\'(

I completely agree. :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: Howard on 12/15/20 at 6:52 am


add it all up, and the death toll in the U.S. alone has crept past 300,000 :\'( :\'( :\'( :\'( :\'( :\'(


That's is just so astounding!  :o  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/15/20 at 1:54 pm


That's is just so astounding!  :o  :\'(

...on the very day that a vaccine became available.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/15/20 at 3:16 pm

My mother got a call from a friend yesterday. Her sister had died from Covid 19 and she needed someone to talk to... :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/15/20 at 4:16 pm


My mother got a call from a friend yesterday. Her sister had died from Covid 19 and she needed someone to talk to... :-X


Damn, that's terrible to hear. This virus just keeps hitting closer and closer to home. Hopefully people can get vaccinated quick.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/15/20 at 4:49 pm


My mother got a call from a friend yesterday. Her sister had died from Covid 19 and she needed someone to talk to... :-X

Oh no, how sad. :\'(



Hopefully people can get vaccinated quick.  :-\\

I hope so too

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 12/15/20 at 5:01 pm


My mother got a call from a friend yesterday. Her sister had died from Covid 19 and she needed someone to talk to... :-X



((((((((((((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))))



Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/16/20 at 12:30 pm

43 deaths in Ontario today, and two consecutive days of 2,000+ cases.

More patients are in the ICU with COVID-19 than at any point during the pandemic. And with that, the second wave is on track to be worse than the first wave. What a catastrophic failure.  :-\\

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EpXhmIpXEAA12HH?format=jpg&name=4096x4096

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/16/20 at 12:46 pm

Wow, my friend's coworker's 65 year old father passed away after contracting the disease from him. All these people passing away when they were a few months away from being vaccinated makes it all the more tragic than normal.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 12/16/20 at 12:58 pm


Wow, my friend's coworker's 65 year old father passed away after contracting the disease from him. All these people passing away when they were a few months away from being vaccinated makes it all the more tragic than normal.  :-\\


Imagine being the last people killed in a war that went on forever:

Charles McMahon (May 10, 1953 – April 29, 1975) and Darwin Lee Judge (February 16, 1956 – April 29, 1975) were the last two United States servicemen killed in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. The two men, both U.S. Marines, were killed in a rocket attack one day before the Fall of Saigon.

-wikipedia

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/16/20 at 1:30 pm


Wow, my friend's coworker's 65 year old father passed away after contracting the disease from him. All these people passing away when they were a few months away from being vaccinated makes it all the more tragic than normal.  :-\\
Imagine how that must feel when you know you passed that disease on to somebody who then died... I can't even imagine what I would feel like. :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/16/20 at 8:25 pm


Imagine how that must feel when you know you passed that disease on to somebody who then died... I can't even imagine what I would feel like. :\'(


That was my initial thought as well.  :-[

California with 60k+ cases today!!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/16/20 at 11:00 pm


California with 60k+ cases today!!  :o

Oh no!!! :\'( :\'( :\'(

More people must be not adhering to guidelines to stop the spread, or so it seems?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/17/20 at 7:45 am


My mother got a call from a friend yesterday. Her sister had died from Covid 19 and she needed someone to talk to... :-X


I'm sorry to hear this.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: 2001 on 12/17/20 at 9:17 am


Oh no!!! :\'( :\'( :\'(

More people must be not adhering to guidelines to stop the spread, or so it seems?


2 weeks after Thanksgiving.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/17/20 at 11:14 am

Holy mackarel, nearly 2500 cases in Ontario today

I remember when DoFo said we were "plateauing" when we had 700 cases/day and opened everything back up.  8-P

Ontario hospitals are asking for a 4 week lockdown in Southern Ontario. Good luck with that, if it's not coming from his $$$ donors he ain't listening.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/17/20 at 11:39 am


2 weeks after Thanksgiving.

Actually it was 3 weeks ago now! :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/17/20 at 1:27 pm

French president Macron has been tested positive for Covid 19.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/french-president-emmanuel-macron-tests-postiive-covid-19/

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: Howard on 12/17/20 at 1:39 pm


2 weeks after Thanksgiving.


And I bet this will happen after Christmas and New Year's.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/17/20 at 8:38 pm


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I just created this gif before, this might be a bit funny but it seems like everybody has been getting COVID.

It says, "404 Image not found!"

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: Howard on 12/18/20 at 4:27 am


It says, "404 Image not found!"


The gif expired so you can just forget about it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: 2001 on 12/18/20 at 9:31 am


And I bet this will happen after Christmas and New Year's.  ::)


No doubt. My cousins (the one that caught corona) wanted to meet up over the holidays and we don't even celebrate Christmas, and my sister wants to go to her friend's house for Christmas. I put a stop to both fantasies of course lol. I can't even imagine what's going on with other families.

My work wanted to have a Christmas party. It was outdoors but no one wanted to go thankfully.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: wagonman76 on 12/18/20 at 12:37 pm


No doubt. My cousins (the one that caught corona) wanted to meet up over the holidays and we don't even celebrate Christmas, and my sister wants to go to her friend's house for Christmas. I put a stop to both fantasies of course lol. I can't even imagine what's going on with other families.

My work wanted to have a Christmas party. It was outdoors but no one wanted to go thankfully.


Yes the surges will keep increasing with the holidays. And colder weather. Our company isn’t having a Christmas party, but they gave us hams instead which was nice. It worked out that they said it was due to COVID restrictions, but historically we don’t have a Christmas party and get hams instead when we don’t have a great year. We had a summer cookout despite COVID. And I’m only one of the few there who actually practices masks and distancing.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: 2001 on 12/18/20 at 4:35 pm


Yes the surges will keep increasing with the holidays. And colder weather. Our company isn’t having a Christmas party, but they gave us hams instead which was nice. It worked out that they said it was due to COVID restrictions, but historically we don’t have a Christmas party and get hams instead when we don’t have a great year. We had a summer cookout despite COVID. And I’m only one of the few there who actually practices masks and distancing.


Damn, that's no good. Stay safe out there.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/18/20 at 9:11 pm

Adding all these idiots hopping on airplane for winter break to my "we're doomed" scrapbook  8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: Howard on 12/19/20 at 7:16 am


No doubt. My cousins (the one that caught corona) wanted to meet up over the holidays and we don't even celebrate Christmas, and my sister wants to go to her friend's house for Christmas. I put a stop to both fantasies of course lol. I can't even imagine what's going on with other families.

My work wanted to have a Christmas party. It was outdoors but no one wanted to go thankfully.


I guess it's better to stay indoors than to be with a hoard of stupid drunk people outside in the freezing cold. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/19/20 at 11:21 am


I guess it's better to stay indoors than to be with a hoard of stupid drunk people outside in the freezing cold. :o

I'm stayin' indoors.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: Howard on 12/19/20 at 1:43 pm


I'm stayin' indoors.



Me too, If staying indoors is how we're going to celebrate 2021 so be it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/19/20 at 3:11 pm



Me too, If staying indoors is how we're going to celebrate 2021 so be it.

I always stay indoors to ring in the new year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/20/20 at 6:57 pm

Ontario headed into "lockdown" starting on Christmas Eve, lasting for 14 days in the North and 28 days in the South. I put lockdown in quotes because I'm not sure what that entails yet.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Wink-182 on 12/20/20 at 9:14 pm

I've been in quarantine about 2 days now, since me and the rest of my family got diagnosed with it on Saturday, seemingly from my dad getting it from a co-worker. It really sucks when you do everything right and you thought you'd avoid this sickness this entire pandemic, but I was sadly mistaken. What a way to spend your 18th birthday, and all of your winter break too. I guess life doesn't always go as planned.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/20/20 at 9:34 pm


I've been in quarantine about 2 days now, since me and the rest of my family got diagnosed with it on Saturday, seemingly from my dad getting it from a co-worker. It really sucks when you do everything right and you thought you'd avoid this sickness this entire pandemic, but I was sadly mistaken. What a way to spend your 18th birthday, and all of your winter break too. I guess life doesn't always go as planned.


Damn, that sucks. It's not as bad as my 18th birthday though. I was forced by my little sisters to go see the Justin Bieber documentary in theatres. If you're feeling down just think about the many people who have had it worse than you.

I'm just kidding. Wishing your family a speedy recovery. Doesn't sound like a fun way to spend Christmas or an 18th birthday.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: AmericanGirl on 12/20/20 at 9:46 pm


I've been in quarantine about 2 days now, since me and the rest of my family got diagnosed with it on Saturday, seemingly from my dad getting it from a co-worker. It really sucks when you do everything right and you thought you'd avoid this sickness this entire pandemic, but I was sadly mistaken. What a way to spend your 18th birthday, and all of your winter break too. I guess life doesn't always go as planned.


Sorry to hear this  :\'(    Take good care, all of you

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/20/20 at 10:06 pm


I've been in quarantine about 2 days now, since me and the rest of my family got diagnosed with it on Saturday, seemingly from my dad getting it from a co-worker. It really sucks when you do everything right and you thought you'd avoid this sickness this entire pandemic, but I was sadly mistaken. What a way to spend your 18th birthday, and all of your winter break too. I guess life doesn't always go as planned.

Sad to hear this. :-[

I still haven't gotten tested yet, although this week I'm gonna see about getting one. (Possibly Tuesday.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: wagonman76 on 12/21/20 at 12:35 am


I always stay indoors to ring in the new year.


Same here, it’s all I have ever done. Just watch a new year’s show or find feeds on the satellite dish. A couple years ago after watching the one from Times Square I found a camera feed of a little band in New Orleans that was entertaining.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Wink-182 on 12/21/20 at 1:19 pm

Thank you all for your condolences.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 12/21/20 at 1:38 pm


I've been in quarantine about 2 days now, since me and the rest of my family got diagnosed with it on Saturday, seemingly from my dad getting it from a co-worker. It really sucks when you do everything right and you thought you'd avoid this sickness this entire pandemic, but I was sadly mistaken. What a way to spend your 18th birthday, and all of your winter break too. I guess life doesn't always go as planned.


((((((((((((((((((((((hugs)))))))))))))))))))))))


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/21/20 at 1:47 pm


I've been in quarantine about 2 days now, since me and the rest of my family got diagnosed with it on Saturday, seemingly from my dad getting it from a co-worker. It really sucks when you do everything right and you thought you'd avoid this sickness this entire pandemic, but I was sadly mistaken. What a way to spend your 18th birthday, and all of your winter break too. I guess life doesn't always go as planned.


Sorry to hear that Wink. :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/21/20 at 4:55 pm


Same here, it’s all I have ever done. Just watch a new year’s show or find feeds on the satellite dish. A couple years ago after watching the one from Times Square I found a camera feed of a little band in New Orleans that was entertaining.

Often times we watch (on TV) the ball drop in Times Square, although this time it's probably gonna be different.

I just about always spend it with my family indoors, at home. Sometimes we play (board) games and have fun with that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/22/20 at 8:58 pm

So it will be a 28-day lockdown in Southern Ontario starting on Boxing Day (26th). Elementary school's will have a 3-week winter break (as opposed to the usual 2), and high school will be online-only for an additional 3 weeks following the 2 week break. Restaurants, bars, gyms etc. will be closed too.

Things seem to calming down a bit on a national level. We got our first weekday of <100 deaths in a while, and the number of active cases has levelled off. Hopefully these downward trends continue.

R value in almost every province is below 1, except Ontario and Québec...

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/Ep2aiDaXMAEAZwF?format=jpg&name=large

Manitoba had a remarkable turnaround. British Columbia also fell below Ontario's weekly case rate. At last some good news.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/22/20 at 9:47 pm

Doug Ford is sending out a $200 cheque to every parent of a high school student to help them buy things they'll need for online school. Decent idea.

I wonder when he'll bring back paid sick leave though. We used to get 3 paid days and 7 unpaid days off a year until he took it away in 2019.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/23/20 at 9:14 am


I wonder when he'll bring back paid sick leave though. We used to get 3 paid days and 7 unpaid days off a year until he took it away in 2019.  ::)
Wow, we get 6 weeks of paid sick leave and after that the health insurance will take over (though not 100%) for 72 weeks. I think after that it would probably be social security but I've not informed myself properly about that yet.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Don Carlos on 12/23/20 at 10:08 am


Wow, we get 6 weeks of paid sick leave and after that the health insurance will take over (though not 100%) for 72 weeks. I think after that it would probably be social security but I've not informed myself properly about that yet.


Well, you guys live in civilized countries.  Here there is no national standard sick leave, only what employers agree to provide

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 12/23/20 at 11:46 am


Wow, we get 6 weeks of paid sick leave and after that the health insurance will take over (though not 100%) for 72 weeks. I think after that it would probably be social security but I've not informed myself properly about that yet.


Here it depends on your employer. I get 13 weeks on full pay and 13 weeks on half pay. Then another couple of weeks on the government statutory sick pay of £95.85 a week (this is available for 28 weeks in total, my employer tops up the amount). After that I can get either Universal Credit or Employment and Support Allowance.  In a previous job I qualified for six months full pay and six months half pay.

SSP is also available to people who are having to isolate due to coronavirus except if it because you are quarantined after going abroad for a holiday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: shadowcookie on 12/23/20 at 12:50 pm

I’m expecting the UK to exceed 1,000 daily deaths in January. Even with a lockdown, I think we have well and truly lost all control at this stage. During the last lockdown, cases continued to increase in parts of the country - a combination of a more transmissible strain and widespread noncompliance making restrictions ineffective. Some districts have infection rates of over 1000 per 100k.

Good news though - the Oxford vaccine is set for approval within days so we should be able to vaccinate millions in January alone. Our government has done many things wrong but we are pretty well placed to vaccinate 70% of people by September next year, one of the benefits of having a domestically-produced vaccine.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/23/20 at 1:49 pm


I’m expecting the UK to exceed 1,000 daily deaths in January. Even with a lockdown, I think we have well and truly lost all control at this stage. During the last lockdown, cases continued to increase in parts of the country - a combination of a more transmissible strain and widespread noncompliance making restrictions ineffective. Some districts have infection rates of over 1000 per 100k.

Good news though - the Oxford vaccine is set for approval within days so we should be able to vaccinate millions in January alone. Our government has done many things wrong but we are pretty well placed to vaccinate 70% of people by September next year, one of the benefits of having a domestically-produced vaccine.


Where have you been? Hopefully the lockdown means you're stuck with us. :D

The more transmissible strain sounds like the stuff of nightmares.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/23/20 at 10:38 pm


Wow, we get 6 weeks of paid sick leave and after that the health insurance will take over (though not 100%) for 72 weeks. I think after that it would probably be social security but I've not informed myself properly about that yet.


I think our employment insurance (which everyone pays into) covers long-term illness, but if you wake up with corona or flu symptoms you can't take the day off without foregoing that day's pay. You can get laid off if you're off sick for more than 3 days.

Anyway there's a new infectious strain from South Africa and it has entered and spread in Britain. Imma just hibernate until May.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/24/20 at 4:08 am


You can get laid off if you're off sick for more than 3 days.
Not possible here. You can't get laid off while being sick.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: nally on 12/24/20 at 12:00 pm


Not possible here. You can't get laid off while being sick.

That's good.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: 2001 on 12/24/20 at 1:43 pm


That's good.


Yeah we need paid sick leave in North America. Ontario had it for a brief period until this doofus took it away just in time for a pandemic.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/24/20 at 2:04 pm

Our conversation was so timely. :o

In Oregon, a person who went to work while sick resulted in two separate outbreaks resulting in 7 deaths and 300 people forced to quarantine.

https://www.cnn.com/2020/12/23/us/oregon-covid-superspreader-action-trnd/index.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: nally on 12/24/20 at 3:50 pm


Yeah we need paid sick leave in North America. Ontario had it for a brief period until this doofus took it away just in time for a pandemic.  :\'(

Paid sick leave also applies to the U.S.; in fact, I have actually used a few sick hours during my almost 5 years in my current job. Last year I needed to take a full day of sick time after getting influenza; of course I called my boss to let her know of that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: 2001 on 12/24/20 at 4:04 pm


Paid sick leave also applies to the U.S.; in fact, I have actually used a few sick hours during my almost 5 years in my current job. Last year I needed to take a full day of sick time after getting influenza; of course I called my boss to let her know of that.


Interesting. I think I recall @LyricBoy in Pennsylvania saying if his employees are sick they use their PTO instead of having sick days.

Thankfully the last time I fell ill in 2018 we had paid sick leave in Ontario.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: nally on 12/24/20 at 4:05 pm


Interesting. I think I recall @LyricBoy in Pennsylvania saying if his employees are sick they use their PTO instead of having sick days.

Thankfully the last time I fell ill in 2018 we had paid sick leave in Ontario.

Yep, haven't needed to take much in the way of sick time while working in my current job! (Only a couple of times in 2019, that's all.) That's a good thing; it means I've been generally healthy. O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: Elor on 12/24/20 at 4:07 pm


Paid sick leave also applies to the U.S.; in fact, I have actually used a few sick hours during my almost 5 years in my current job. Last year I needed to take a full day of sick time after getting influenza; of course I called my boss to let her know of that.
You recovered from influenza within 24h? ???
Over here the doctor would send you home for at least a week to get fully back to normal and make sure you don't infect your colleagues.
BTW over here you need to hand your employer a doctor's certificate to proof that you are actually sick.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: nally on 12/24/20 at 4:11 pm


You recovered from influenza within 24h? ???

Actually, no.

It took all week. Besides, the day I got influenza was a Monday, a day that I normally work. (I normally work 3 days/week: Monday, Wednesday, Friday.) So I called my doctor's office, got a same-day appointment, and that's when it was revealed that I had flu. So then I was prescribed an antibiotic which would get rid of the symptoms in a few days' time. So I could rest on Tuesday...and by Wednesday I was well enough to go back to my work. And on Friday, when the medicine ran out, the symptoms were gone.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: karen on 12/24/20 at 4:12 pm



Paid sick leave also applies to the U.S.; in fact, I have actually used a few sick hours during my almost 5 years in my current job. Last year I needed to take a full day of sick time after getting influenza; of course I called my boss to let her know of that.



You recovered from influenza within 24h? ???
Over here the doctor would send you home for at least a week to get fully back to normal and make sure you don't infect your colleagues.


Not saying you weren’t ill nally,  but it wasn’t influenza. That knocks you out for at least a week. A friend once described it by saying that if you saw a £50 note on the floor you couldn’t find the energy to get out of bed to pick it up.



BTW over here you need to hand your employer a doctor's certificate to proof that you are actually sick.


Here you need to do that if you are off for four or more days. Before that you have to fill in a form saying why you were off.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: 2001 on 12/24/20 at 4:13 pm


Yep, haven't needed to take much in the way of sick time while working in my current job! (Only a couple of times in 2019, that's all.) That's a good thing; it means I've been generally healthy. O0


O0

I will need to get a flu shot and take hygiene more seriously from now on. In 2018 I took about a week off, I can't do that anymore.  I mean I can work from home but I'd rather be sleeping, if I was sick.

I was sick at the end of 2018 too. That one almost knocked me out for about a month, but thankfully it was during the holidays where I use a week of PTO anyway. I went to work sick a couple of times though, #notsorry.

TVk1_eTk4_0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/24/20 at 4:15 pm


O0

I will need to get a flu shot and take hygiene more seriously from now on. In 2018 I took about a week off, I can't do that anymore.  I mean I can work from home but I'd rather be sleeping, if I was sick.

That's another thing, last year I put off getting my flu shot until early in November, and that was a big mistake on my part because it didn't have enough time to take effect. :o :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Lung damage 'identified' in study

Written By: Elor on 12/24/20 at 4:22 pm


Not saying you weren’t ill nally,  but it wasn’t influenza. That knocks you out for at least a week. A friend once described it by saying that if you saw a £50 note on the floor you couldn’t find the energy to get out of bed to pick it up.
Yes, it sounds more like an acute viral rhinopharyngitis (yes, I had to copy / paste that from the dictionary :D) than an actual flu.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/24/20 at 4:28 pm


Yes, it sounds more like an acute viral rhinopharyngitis (yes, I had to copy / paste that from the dictionary :D) than an actual flu.

Interesting, always helpful to learn something new every day. O0

All I know is that when I went to the doctors office that morning, it was revealed as a positive test for flu. So then I was prescribed a Tamiflu, which helped get rid of the symptoms by the end of the week (as explained a few replies up).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/24/20 at 4:34 pm


That's another thing, last year I put off getting my flu shot until early in November, and that was a big mistake on my part because it didn't have enough time to take effect. :o :(


Is it bad if I never got a flu shot before? I used to think it was for nurses. :-X


Yes, it sounds more like an acute viral rhinopharyngitis (yes, I had to copy / paste that from the dictionary :D) than an actual flu.


Is that a fancy way to say common cold? I hope there isn't anything other than flu or colds to worry about.  :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/24/20 at 4:35 pm


Is it bad if I never got a flu shot before? I used to think it was for nurses. :-X

I don't remember when I first got one, but I learned that it was important (for lack of a better word).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/24/20 at 4:38 pm


Is that a fancy way to say common cold? I hope there isn't anything other than flu or colds to worry about.  :-X

Sort of. Actually the German term for it (Grippaler Infekt) indicates a connection to the flu (Grippe = Flu) so it's a cold with flu like symptoms but not as severe.
However since nally got Tamiflu it was probably a real flu though I still don't get how he could recover from that so quickly.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/24/20 at 4:47 pm


Sort of. Actually the German term for it (Grippaler Infekt) indicates a connection to the flu (Grippe = Flu) so it's a cold with flu like symptoms but not as severe.
However since nally got Tamiflu it was probably a real flu though I still don't get how he could recover from that so quickly.


Ooo, that is the word for flu in French as well (la rhume for cold, though). It's interesting that German has a word for bad colds, I'm not sure I ever caught anything like that, and I hope I don't!  :o

edit: I think grippe might be a word in English too. I recall reading it in some 18th century classics. I wonder when it fell out of use for "flu" though hmm...

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/25/20 at 7:29 am


Not possible here. You can't get laid off while being sick.

What can you do about it? If you're sick then you can't come in, only the person can control how they feel.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/25/20 at 11:03 am


Sort of. Actually the German term for it (Grippaler Infekt) indicates a connection to the flu (Grippe = Flu) so it's a cold with flu like symptoms but not as severe.
However since nally got Tamiflu it was probably a real flu though I still don't get how he could recover from that so quickly.

I just did plenty of resting, especially on the first day. And when I went back to work (midweek) my symptoms were diminishing, even though I was recovering. Still, I didn't get too close to anyone. (Besides, there were only three of us in the office at the time.)

In fact, I discussed it earlier in this thread, back in September. http://www.inthe00s.com/index.php?topic=60845.msg3965586#msg3965586

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/25/20 at 11:55 am


What can you do about it? If you're sick then you can't come in, only the person can control how they feel.
I don't understand your question. ???
I said that your employer can't lay you off when you are sick in Germany. It's a law.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/25/20 at 2:04 pm


I don't understand your question. ???
I said that your employer can't lay you off when you are sick. It's a law.


Oh OK I'm sorry Elor I didn't understand your question.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/25/20 at 2:17 pm

To clarify the employer can't lay you off when you're sick in Germany.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 12/25/20 at 2:42 pm


To clarify the employer can't lay you off when you're sick in Germany.



Or in the U.K.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/25/20 at 5:32 pm


To clarify the employer can't lay you off when you're sick in Germany.


Or in the U.K.

Or in the U.S.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: Don Carlos on 12/26/20 at 10:06 am


Or in the U.S.


Actually, in the US it depends

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: nally on 12/26/20 at 11:24 am


Actually, in the US it depends

That's probably true. I just know that my workplace doesn't lay anyone off when they're sick. Other U.S. workplaces may have a different policy.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 300,000 US deaths

Written By: Don Carlos on 12/26/20 at 12:17 pm


That's probably true. I just know that my workplace doesn't lay anyone off when they're sick. Other U.S. workplaces may have a different policy.


Exactly!  The UK and Germany have national policies governing these issues.  Here we have none, it's up to the employer.  Some provide paid sick leave, others make you use vacation days or whatever.  European capitalism is in general more highly regulated than ours, to the benefit of the working class

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/27/20 at 7:34 pm

The more infectious British strain has been found in Canada. Wonderful.  :-[

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 12/28/20 at 3:04 am


The more infectious British strain has been found in Canada. Wonderful.  :-[
God damn it... Can't they freaking do travel bans at least?? How hard is it to seal off the borders to prevent the spread omg 😤

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 12/28/20 at 5:16 am


The more infectious British strain has been found in Canada. Wonderful.  :-[


Can I just point out that this new strain didn’t necessarily come from the U.K. It is just that we detected it first.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/28/20 at 10:32 am


God damn it... Can't they freaking do travel bans at least?? How hard is it to seal off the borders to prevent the spread omg 😤


They let anyone in and don't check up on anyone if they're supposed to be quarantining. I know so many people who flew back in March and didn't do the 14-day quarantine. I'm not surprised at all tbh. Huge L for Trudeau. ::)


Can I just point out that this new strain didn’t necessarily come from the U.K. It is just that we detected it first.


You are right. But as of a few days ago the strain was not found in Canada until now, and the new cases have been linked to travel from the UK. x_x I hope the lockdown can prevent it from becoming the dominant strain.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/29/20 at 11:30 am

I had a dream last night where I went to the UK to my cousin's house, went to a big party because why not, and the next day I had a big fever, bedridden, couldn't move. I bet it was the new COVID. It was awful! Not something you wanna catch.  :-[

Thankfully I'm back home now and have recovered.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/30/20 at 7:44 pm

Woah, just under 4,000 deaths in the US both today and yesterday :o

120,000 deaths a month hmmm... Peace out.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 12/31/20 at 1:46 am


Woah, just under 4,000 deaths in the US both today and yesterday :o

120,000 deaths a month hmmm... Peace out.
We've had over a thousand deaths in one day just recently. 964 yesterday...  It's getting out of hand. 8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/31/20 at 3:15 am


Woah, just under 4,000 deaths in the US both today and yesterday :o

120,000 deaths a month hmmm... Peace out.


Wow, that's a lot.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 12/31/20 at 6:23 pm


We've had over a thousand deaths in one day just recently. 964 yesterday...  It's getting out of hand. 8-P


I saw that. Germany handled the first wave exceptionally well but it seems it was it so lucky the second time.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Too many deaths in one day.

Written By: nally on 12/31/20 at 6:29 pm


I saw that. Germany handled the first wave exceptionally well but it seems it was it so lucky the second time.  :-\\

'Tis been getting out of hand in USA as well.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 20 million U.S. cases

Written By: nally on 01/01/21 at 10:59 pm


'Tis been getting out of hand in USA as well.

So bad that the number of cases in the USA alone has reached 20M today. :o :-[

Subject: Re: Covid: PM to set out 'next steps' against Covid in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/21 at 10:19 am

Boris Johnson will make a televised address at 20:00 GMT tonight as No 10 says further steps must now be taken to address a surge in coronavirus cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55534999

Subject: Scottish MP arrested over alleged breach of Covid restrictions

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/21 at 12:38 pm

Scottish MP Margaret Ferrier has been arrested and charged in connection with alleged culpable and reckless conduct over an alleged breach of coronavirus regulations last September. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "We can confirm that officers today arrested and charged a 60-year-old woman in connection with alleged culpable and reckless conduct. "This follows a thorough investigation by Police Scotland into an alleged breach of coronavirus regulations between 26 and 29 September 2020."

Subject: Schools in Wales to stay shut until 18 January

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/21 at 12:41 pm

All schools and colleges will move to online learning until 18 January in Wales, education minister Kirsty Williams has announced. Some schools had been due to open on Wednesday and others by 11 January, with decisions made by local authorities. Teaching unions wanted a delay and a national decision on reopening amid concerns about the spread of the new coronavirus variant.

Subject: Further 58,784 Covid cases across the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/21 at 12:43 pm

There have been a further 58,784 coronavirus cases confirmed across the UK, the government says. There have also been a further 407 deaths within 28 days of a positive test, taking the total by that measure to 75,431. No deaths data is available from Scotland today. Figures are often lower after a weekend because of a lag in reporting deaths.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/21 at 2:07 pm


Boris Johnson will make a televised address at 20:00 GMT tonight as No 10 says further steps must now be taken to address a surge in coronavirus cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55534999
Sounds like I have to be shielding again!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/21 at 3:24 pm


Boris Johnson will make a televised address at 20:00 GMT tonight as No 10 says further steps must now be taken to address a surge in coronavirus cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55534999
Here's a quick summary of the new rules:

People cannot leave their homes except for certain reasons, like the first lockdown last March

These include essential medical needs, food shopping, exercise and work for those who cannot do so from home

You can exercise in a public outdoor place by yourself, with people you live with or your support bubble, or on your own with one person from another household

All schools and colleges will close to most pupils from Tuesday with remote learning until February half term

Early years settings such as nurseries will stay open

End-of-year exams will not take place this summer as normal

Elsewhere, most university students should not return to campuses and will be taught online

Restaurants can continue to offer delivery for food, but takeaway alcohol will be banned

Outdoor sports venues - such as golf courses, tennis courts and outside gyms - must close

Amateur team sports are not allowed, but elite sport such as Premier League football can continue

Subject: Re: Schools in Wales to stay shut until 18 January

Written By: nally on 01/04/21 at 4:56 pm


All schools and colleges will move to online learning until 18 January in Wales, education minister Kirsty Williams has announced. Some schools had been due to open on Wednesday and others by 11 January, with decisions made by local authorities. Teaching unions wanted a delay and a national decision on reopening amid concerns about the spread of the new coronavirus variant.

I would think that the schools in the USA may also continue with online learning. (Under normal circumstances, they'd be back in session today; well, most of them. If they take a 3-week break they'd be back in session next Monday.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/21 at 4:57 pm


Sounds like I have to be shielding again!
Confirmed, it's going to be Groundhog Day all over again.

Subject: Re: Schools in Wales to stay shut until 18 January

Written By: nally on 01/04/21 at 4:59 pm


Confirmed, it's going to be Groundhog Day all over again.

...which is literally a month or so away now. (But I know what you mean in context.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 01/04/21 at 5:21 pm


Sounds like I have to be shielding again!


Good luck with that new lockdown. It sounds really strict. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/21 at 5:23 pm


Good luck with that new lockdown. It sounds really strict. :o
So far it sounds like the lockdown that started back in March 2020, in one sense, I never stopped shielding, just keeping safe.

Subject: Re: Schools in Wales to stay shut until 18 January

Written By: nally on 01/04/21 at 5:25 pm


So far it sounds like the lockdown that started back in March 2020, in one sense, I never stopped shielding, just keeping safe.

I can relate.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 01/04/21 at 10:46 pm

Our schools reopened today. Apparently they think 4000+ cases a day is good since we were pushing 10k a day awhile back. I still think the school kids are the silent super spreaders taking it back to their families. We never had as many cases until we reopened schools. Not even during heavy tourist season when we had travelers from everywhere.

Subject: Covid-19: Confirmation of GCSE and A-level exams cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/21 at 5:09 am

GCSE and A-level exams have been cancelled in England for this year, Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove has confirmed. Announcing the new lockdown for England, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said schools and colleges in England would close to most pupils until at least half term. A government source had told the BBC GCSE and A-level exams would be cancelled, but vocational exams would go ahead. Gove confirmed the news on Radio 4's Today programme. He said Education Secretary Gavin Williamson was talking to exam regulator Ofqual about how best to assess pupils.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 01/05/21 at 5:51 am


Sounds like I have to be shielding again!


Did you get a text from your GP’s surgery? Or just from the guidance given?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/21 at 6:10 am


Did you get a text from your GP’s surgery? Or just from the guidance given?
Heard from BoJo last night, should get the letter soon.

Subject: Covid-19: Chancellor announces top-up grants for some businesses

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/21 at 6:21 am

Businesses in the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors are to receive a one-off grant worth up to £9,000, the chancellor has announced. It follows Prime Minister Boris Johnson's announcement on Monday night that these business will be closed until at least February half-term in order to help control the virus. The cash is provided on a per-property basis to support businesses through the latest restrictions. The Treasury said more than 600,000 business properties across the UK could benefit. A further £594m is also being made available for local authorities and the devolved administrations to support other businesses not eligible for the grants, that might be affected by the restrictions. The Treasury said businesses should apply to their local authorities.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 01/05/21 at 8:11 am


Our schools reopened today. Apparently they think 4000+ cases a day is good since we were pushing 10k a day awhile back. I still think the school kids are the silent super spreaders taking it back to their families. We never had as many cases until we reopened schools. Not even during heavy tourist season when we had travelers from everywhere.


I'd prefer them open but I blame schools too TBH. In Alberta they closed high schools (Grades 7-12) but kept everything else open and their caseload came down.

Subject: Scottish travel rules also apply to Trump

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/21 at 8:18 am

Commenting on reports that Donald Trump might come to Scotland within the next few weeks, Nicola Sturgeon. the First Minister of Scotland, said non-essential travel was not allowed. That rule applied to the president as much as anyone else, she added. Sturgeon said she didn’t have any knowledge of his travel plans but she didn’t view playing golf as an essential reason to travel. Trump owns golf courses in Scotland and a second course at his Aberdeenshire resort was approved in October.

Subject: Polish hospital faces fine for letting celebs jump vaccine queue

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/21 at 9:51 am

A Polish hospital that allowed a group of actors, media executives and a former prime minister to jump ahead of the queue and receive a coronavirus vaccination broke the rules and is liable for a fine of at least 250,000 zloty ($67,000, £50,000), Health Minister Adam Niedzielski has said.

There has been considerable public anger following the news the hospital invited the 18 cultural figures to have the jab, when only medical staff are supposed to have it.

The government plans to expand the rollout to senior citizens, teachers and member of the uniformed services at the end of the month.

Warsaw’s Medical University Hospital has fired its chief executive following the scandal.

It has admitted “irregularities”, which it said happened in a rush to administer the jabs before they expired. It said the cultural figures were invited to promote the government’s programme as many Poles are worried the vaccine may have potential side effects.

Subject: Tui and Thomas Cook cancel bookings as lockdowns begin

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/21 at 9:57 am

Travel firms Tui and Thomas Cook have cancelled holidays after new coronavirus lockdown restrictions were imposed.

Tui said it was "cancelling all holidays in line with international travel restrictions".

It added that said customers due to depart from England, Scotland and Wales would be contacted to discuss options.

Thomas Cook said it would call customers to offer refunds or rebooking.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-55546609

Subject: UK records more than 60,000 new coronavirus cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/21 at 10:35 am

The number of new daily confirmed cases of coronavirus has topped 60,000 for the first time since the pandemic began.

According to government figures on Tuesday, the number of people who have tested positive reached 60,916.

It comes as England and Scotland announced new lockdowns, with people told to stay at home.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is due to hold a press conference at Downing Street at 17:00 GMT.

He will be joined by the government's chief medical adviser Prof Chris Whitty and chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance.

The number of new daily cases has consistently been over 50,000 since 29 December.

Back in the first peak of the pandemic in the spring, the number of daily cases never went over 7,000 - however, it is thought the true number of cases then was much higher but not picked up because testing capacity was limited.

On Tuesday it was also announced a further 830 people had died within 28 days of a positive test, up from 407 on Monday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55550906

Subject: Topshop's flagship Oxford Street store set to close

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/21 at 12:29 pm

On the UK's High Street, Topshop's store in Oxford Street is set to close its doors after 27 years.

The High Street chain's owner Arcadia went into administration in November, putting 13,000 jobs at risk.

News of the sale of the three-storey building has prompted an outpouring of emotion on social media, with shoppers recounting how important the flagship store was to them.

The store, which boasted a DJ booth, nail bar and food stalls, was a retail sensation when it opened in 1994.

The sale of 214 Oxford Street, managed by agents Savills and Eastdil, follows the failure of Sir Philip Green's retail empire to secure funding to pay its debts after sales slumped during the pandemic.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 1,041 daily deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/21 at 1:29 pm


The UK has recorded more than 1,000 daily deaths from Covid for first time since April.

A total of 1,041 people died within 28 days of a positive test, according to the latest government data.

There were also a further 62,322 new Covid cases - the highest number of cases since mass testing started.

The number of cases was up from 60,916 the previous day.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Clap for Carers is back

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/21 at 1:40 pm

The woman who started Clap for Carers for 10 weeks during the first lockdown has urged people to give frontline workers a big hand once again. Annemarie Plas is reviving the weekly applause from gardens, doorsteps and balconies to show appreciation for key workers and the NHS as the whole of the UK finds itself again under lockdown. Calling it Clap for Heroes this time, Ms Plas said she hoped the applause, starting on Thursday at 20:00 GMT, would "lift the spirit of all of us" in a difficult time.

Subject: Analysis: Can lockdown stop the new coronavirus variant?

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 12:39 am

Lockdowns have worked before, but can we expect the new one to do the same?

It feels like we are back in March or April last year, when the strict controls on all our lives led to a fairly quick decline in levels of coronavirus.

But one of the crucial differences this time is the new variant, which is thought to spread between 50 and 70% faster than previous forms of the virus.

Experts warn there are now no guarantees that lockdown will be enough to bring the variant under control.

"It still would not have been easy, but it would have been a much easier situation if it had not been for the new variant," Prof Neil Ferguson, from Imperial College London, told Inside Health.

"That really pushes the bounds of our ability to control the spread of the virus, even with measures that were previously relatively quite effective."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55544781

Subject: Covid-19: Oxford vaccine rolled out to hundreds of GP sites in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 1:58 am

The Oxford-AstraZeneca Covid vaccine will be rolled out to hundreds of GP-run vaccination sites in local communities in England later.

As part of the biggest vaccination programme in NHS history, the aim is to offer jabs to most care home residents by the end of January.

By mid-February, the target is to vaccinate 13 million people in the top four priority groups.

More than 700 local vaccination sites will administer the jabs.

Another 180 GP-led sites, 100 new hospital sites and a pilot scheme involving local pharmacies will open this week.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55567421

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Canadian province to go into lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 3:01 am

The Canadian province of Quebec is set to go into a four week lockdown on Saturday following a rise in cases there.

A curfew will be in place from 8pm until 5am and people will be asked to remain at home unless they have to work or buy essential goods.

But primary schools are due to open on Monday while secondary schools will open a week later.

According to data from the province’s health ministry, about 1,400 people are in hospital with the virus. On Tuesday more than 70 people were hospitalised.

Subject: Doctor warns of 'catastrophic' impact of virus surge on NHS

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 3:20 am

The NHS across the whole of the UK faces a "catastrophic" outcome unless the lockdown measures are taken seriously, a professor of intensive care is warning.

Prof Rupert Pearse tells BBC Radio 4's Today programme that normally each intensive care nurse would treat one patient, but now they are treating three. Soon it will be four and he fears for the quality of care, he says.

He says the pressures are worse than the first wave with fewer resources. The issues have spread from London across the UK and affected respiratory wards, geriatric wards and primary care as well as intensive care, Prof Pearse says.

Asked if the NHS could be overwhelmed in two weeks as some have warned, he says: “I never thought in my entire career that I might say something like this but yes, I do.

“Unless we take the lockdown seriously the impact on healthcare for the whole country could be catastrophic. And I don’t say those words lightly.”

Subject: Hundreds of GP-run centres are due to begin giving the Oxford vaccine

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 6:00 am

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Subject: Tokyo 2020: Organisers say Games will go ahead despite Covid-19 surge

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 7:06 am

Tokyo 2020 organisers say they will be ready to host the Olympic Games - despite the city declaring a state of emergency over Covid-19. The rescheduled Games are set to take place between 23 July and 8 August.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/olympics/55575450

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What's happening around the world today?

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 7:40 am

Here are some of the headlines from around the world:

A further 3,865 people have died in the US, a new record. This brings the number of deaths since the pandemic began to 367,279, according to Johns Hopkins University. The US has recorded more than 21 million cases

Japan is set to announce a state of emergency in the Tokyo area following a surge in cases. On Wednesday, 6,004 cases were confirmed, a new record

Authorities in Sweden are asking people to wear face masks while on public transport from today. People should wear face coverings during rush hour if it is not possible to book a seat. It is the first time face coverings have been recommended in the country since the start of the pandemic

The Canadian province of Quebec has announced a four week lockdown from Saturday. People will be asked to stay at home unless they have to work or go out for essential reasons. A curfew will also be in place from 8pm to 5am

Authorities in the Chinese province of Hebei are tightening restrictions after 51 cases were confirmed there on Thursday. Mass testing has been launched and gatherings have been banned. Cities in Hebei have stopped selling railway tickets to Beijing. It comes after authorities in the northern Chinese province closed schools on Tuesday

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Mother warns parents of mottled skin symptom

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 7:53 am

The mother of a four-month-old baby treated in hospital for Covid-19 is urging parents to be alert to lesser-known symptoms such as mottled skin and sickness.

Myer Rudelhoff's son George spent three nights in Basildon hospital, in Essex.

He had a high temperature but also had patchy skin, swelling on his lips and could not keep fluids down.

Mrs Rudelhoff says: "I thought it was a sickness bug. I had no idea it was caused by coronavirus."

Diarrhoea, vomiting and abdominal cramps in children can be a sign of coronavirus according to some researchers, but the officially recognised symptoms are a fever, cough and loss of smell or taste.

When George was in hospital, nurses told his mum they had treated several other children with the same mottled skin and sickness and asked her to share her story to raise awareness of these symptoms.

He is now making a good recovery at home.

Subject: Covid-19: Sweden recommends mask wearing on public transport for first time

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 9:35 am

People in Sweden are being asked to wear face masks on public transport from today. It is the first time face coverings are being recommended.

People travelling on public transport in the morning and evening rush hour will be recommended to wear a mask unless they have booked a seat.

However the measure is voluntary and people won’t be fined if they choose not to wear one.

Authorities in the country have previously not recommended the wearing of masks in public, aside from healthcare settings.

Sweden has never imposed a full lockdown and has recorded 469,748 infections and 8,985 deaths - more cases and deaths than its Scandinavian counterparts.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Russia death toll surpasses 60,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 10:08 am

Russia’s official Covid-19 death toll has now exceeded 60,000, according to authorities there.

A further 506 deaths were reported on Wednesday bringing the total number of deaths since the pandemic began to 60,457. More than three million cases have been confirmed in the country.

However there have been claims the death toll could be higher.

Last month, Deputy Prime Minister Tatiana Golikova, claimed 80% of excess deaths are linked to the virus.

On 28 December, she said excess deaths in the first 11 months had been 13.8% higher than the previous year.

Excess deaths are the difference between the total number of deaths registered and the average over the previous years for the same period.

President Vladimir Putin has hailed the country’s healthcare system as more effective than the rest of the world in tackling the virus, however hospitals in many areas of the country have struggled to cope with the rise in patients.

Subject: Record number test positive for Covid according to Test and Trace figures

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 10:47 am

A total of 311,372 people tested positive for Covid-19 in England at least once in the week to 30 December, according to the latest Test and Trace figures.

This is up 24% on the previous week and is the highest weekly total since Test and Trace began in May.

Of the 269,886 people transferred to the Test and Trace system in the week to 30 December, 84.9% were reached and asked to provide details of recent close contacts.

This is down from 86.4% in the previous week and is the lowest percentage since the week to 28 October.

Some 13.9% of people transferred to Test and Trace in the week to 30 December were not reached, while a further 1.3% did not provide any communication details.

Subject: Half of patients at some hospitals have Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 11:16 am

Some hospitals in England are at risk of becoming Covid-only sites, with rising admissions for the virus forcing trusts to cut back on other services.

There are now 26,500 Covid patients in hospital in total, meaning nearly a third of all people in hospital have the virus.

In London, half of all patients being treated in hospital have Covid.

It has prompted many hospitals to cancel routine operations to make more space - and there are now signs this is starting to happen for cancer care too.

Doctors are warning the impact on the NHS could be "catastrophic".

It comes after a surge in patients in recent weeks.

The number of Covid patients has risen by more than 50% since Christmas - and is forecast to continue doing so.

There are now more than 3,000 new admissions a day on average, three times the normal winter rate for all respiratory conditions.

Subject: UK reports 1,162 Covid deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 12:02 pm

A further 1,162 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test, according to the latest government figures. It's the highest daily death toll since April, surpassing yesterday's figure of 1,041. Meanwhile, a further 52,618 new cases of the virus have been reported in the latest daily figures, down on yesterday's total of 62,322 - which was the highest daily rise since mass testing began.

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Subject: Two more life-saving Covid drugs discovered

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 2:29 pm

Two more life-saving drugs have been found that can cut deaths by a quarter in patients who are sickest with Covid.

The anti-inflammatory medications, given via a drip, save an extra life for every 12 treated, say researchers who have carried out a trial in NHS intensive care units.

Supplies are already available across the UK so they can be used immediately to save hundreds of lives, say experts.

There are over 30,000 Covid patients in UK hospitals - 39% more than in April.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55574662

Subject: Britain's Got Talent: Filming postponed due to coronavirus concerns

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 2:56 pm

The filming of the next series of ITV show Britain's Got Talent has been postponed due to coronavirus concerns.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-55577774

Subject: Re: Britain's Got Talent: Filming postponed due to coronavirus concerns

Written By: nally on 01/07/21 at 2:57 pm


The filming of the next series of ITV show Britain's Got Talent has been postponed due to coronavirus concerns.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-55577774

I wonder if other television productions are following suit?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 3:00 pm


I wonder if other television productions are following suit?
Some quizzes on UK television have been recorded with clear panels between the contestants, but right now it has all stopped.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 01/07/21 at 3:45 pm


Some quizzes on UK television have been recorded with clear panels between the contestants, but right now it has all stopped.


The Chase and Question of Sport have new sets so the people can sit further apart. Although I don’t know when the current versions were filmed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/21 at 3:57 pm


The Chase and Question of Sport have new sets so the people can sit further apart. Although I don’t know when the current versions were filmed.
Only Connect and University Challenge certainly had panels.

Subject: Re: Britain's Got Talent: Filming postponed due to coronavirus concerns

Written By: nally on 01/07/21 at 10:51 pm


Some quizzes on UK television have been recorded with clear panels between the contestants, but right now it has all stopped.

The Chase and Question of Sport have new sets so the people can sit further apart. Although I don’t know when the current versions were filmed.

And in the U.S., "Jeopardy!" already followed suit last summer when it was reconstructing the set so that the contestant podiums were socially distanced.

The Price Is Right did something of a similar nature while production was on hiatus due to the covid.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 01/09/21 at 9:54 pm

A few days ago we had 89 deaths reported in one day in Ontario, which was an all-time high.  :\'(

400 people are in the ICU with COVID-19, another all-time high. 250 was the threshold given for cancelling all elective and diagnostic surgeries. Hospitals in rural areas were asked to clear out and accept patients from harder hit urban areas. Things are not in a good way.  :-\\

All schools are virtual-only until January 25.

The only good piece of news is that we vaccinated 100,000+ people as of today. We're getting shipments of 50k vaccines a week from Pfizer/BioNTech. The Moderna vaccines at the moment are only going to Arctic territories which don't have the super cold freezers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/21 at 1:30 am


A few days ago we had 89 deaths reported in one day in Ontario, which was an all-time high.  :\'(

400 people are in the ICU with COVID-19, another all-time high. 250 was the threshold given for cancelling all elective and diagnostic surgeries. Hospitals in rural areas were asked to clear out and accept patients from harder hit urban areas. Things are not in a good way.  :-\\

All schools are virtual-only until January 25.

The only good piece of news is that we vaccinated 100,000+ people as of today. We're getting shipments of 50k vaccines a week from Pfizer/BioNTech. The Moderna vaccines at the moment are only going to Arctic territories which don't have the super cold freezers.
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The same for London and the UK, bad news the death and Covid-19 cases are on the rise, and the good news the vaccinations have started now.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/21 at 1:31 am

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Subject: What is happening across the UK?

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/21 at 2:05 am

Here are the headlines from across the UK this morning.

Thousands more people are to receive a Covid-19 vaccine this week with seven mass vaccination centres due to open today

Health Secretary Matt Hancock will give a press conference setting out the government’s vaccine delivery plan, with around two million people given a jab so far

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is to urge the government to "protect family incomes" as it deals with the economic effects of coronavirus in his first speech of the year

A record number of small businesses could close in the next 12 months, according to the Federation of Small Businesses which warns a quarter of firms could shut without further government support

A video shared online of a woman apparently being arrested for sitting on a bench was “stage-managed” by anti-lockdown protesters, according to Dorset Police

In Wales, there has been a call to close courts to help stop the spread of coronavirus in prisons

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 01/11/21 at 5:14 am

Locally (using the council offices as a centre) they have been doing around 350 vaccines a day, and will be running seven days a week from now on. New centres are also opening in nearby towns.

Subject: Spain races to clear snow to ensure vaccine deliveries

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/21 at 5:51 am

We've been focusing on Prof Chris Whitty for a while but away from the UK, Spain is in a race against time to clear roads covered by heavy snow, and get coronavirus vaccines and food supplies to areas affected by Storm Filomena.

As much as 50cm (20 inches) of snow fell on Madrid, one of the worst-hit areas, between Friday night and Saturday.

At least four people died and thousands of travellers were left stranded.

The Spanish government said it had taken extra steps - including police-escorted convoys - to ensure its expected shipment of some 300,000 coronavirus vaccines could be distributed to regional health authorities on Monday, amid forecasts of further ice.

"The commitment is to guarantee the supply of health, vaccines and food. Corridors have been opened to deliver the goods," said transport minister José Luis Ábalos.

He also emphasised that vaccines would "arrive tomorrow, Monday, at their destination as planned".

Subject: Coronavirus around the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/21 at 7:28 am

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Subject: Covid: UK at 'perilous moment' in pandemic, says PM

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/21 at 9:03 am

The UK is facing a "perilous moment" in the pandemic and must guard against complacency, the PM has said, as he announced a total of 2.4 million vaccinations have been given so far.

Visiting a vaccination centre in Bristol, Boris Johnson said: "We have a really tough fight on our hands."

It comes as seven mass jab centres have opened in England.

And England's chief medical officer has warned the next few weeks will be "the worst" of the pandemic for the NHS.

Prof Chris Whitty has urged people to minimise unnecessary social contacts.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55621228

Subject: Coronavirus: Morrisons to ban shoppers who refuse to wear face masks

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/21 at 11:20 am

Morrisons will bar customers who refuse to wear face coverings from its shops amid rising coronavirus infections.

From Monday, shoppers who refuse to wear face masks offered by staff will not be allowed inside, unless they are medically exempt.

The announcement comes amid concerns that social distancing measures are not being adhered to in supermarkets.

Vaccines minister Nadhim Zahawi said the government is "concerned" shops are not enforcing rules strictly enough.

"Ultimately, the most important thing to do now is to make sure that actually enforcement - and of course the compliance with the rules - when people are going into supermarkets are being adhered to," Mr Zahawi told Sky News.

"We need to make sure people actually wear masks and follow the one-way system," he said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-55618408

Subject: Re: Coronavirus around the world

Written By: nally on 01/11/21 at 1:23 pm


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Subject: UK at 'worst point' of pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/21 at 1:25 pm

The UK is at the "worst point" of the coronavirus pandemic, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has warned, as he appealed for the public to follow government restrictions. He told a Downing Street briefing that the vaccine was the "way out" of the pandemic, but made clear the public's actions "could make a difference". A total of 2.3 million people have now had a Covid vaccine in the UK - with 2.6m doses given in total. Mr Hancock's comments follow an earlier warning by Prime Minister Boris Johnson that the UK was facing a "perilous moment" in the pandemic, and must not become complacent despite the Covid vaccine rollout.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/21 at 4:26 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 4:15 am


The woman who started Clap for Carers for 10 weeks during the first lockdown has urged people to give frontline workers a big hand once again. Annemarie Plas is reviving the weekly applause from gardens, doorsteps and balconies to show appreciation for key workers and the NHS as the whole of the UK finds itself again under lockdown. Calling it Clap for Heroes this time, Ms Plas said she hoped the applause, starting on Thursday at 20:00 GMT, would "lift the spirit of all of us" in a difficult time.
In my area, it was poorly responded to, just me and my neighbour,

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 4:17 am


Did you get a text from your GP’s surgery? Or just from the guidance given?
My letter for shielding has arrived today.

Subject: Members of US Congress test positive after Capitol riot

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 5:14 am

Two members of Congress have tested positive for coronavirus after the pro-Trump siege on the Capitol last week.

Bonnie Watson Coleman, 75, and Pramila Jayapal, 55, both Democrats, tested positive after being forced to lockdown in a small room with many others as pro-Trump supporters broke into the building.

Some of their Republican colleagues refused to wear masks when sheltering, Jayapal said, calling such behaviour “selfish idiocy”.

"Only hours after President Trump incited a deadly assault on our Capitol, our country, and our democracy, many Republicans still refused to take the bare minimum Covid-19 precaution and simply wear a damn mask in a crowded room during a pandemic - creating a superspreader event on top of a domestic terrorist attack," she said in a statement.

She also linked to a video of Delaware Representative Lisa Blunt Rochester pleading with a group of Republicans to put on the masks she was offering them during the riot, as they refuse.

“I’m not trying to get political here,” a Republican Representative from Oklahoma, Markwayne Mullin, says in the clip as he appears to turn down the offer.

Subject: Malaysia announces controversial state of emergency

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 6:52 am

Malaysian PM Muhyiddin Yassin has declared a nationwide state of emergency, which could last until 1 August.

The government says it is due to combat a rise in Covid-19 cases, but critics say it is an attempt by the prime minister - who took office in March last year - to cling on to power.

Yassin announced nationwide travel restrictions, as well as stricter lockdowns in the capital and five states. In these areas, people will only be allowed out of their homes to buy groceries and must stay within 10 kilometres of their homes.

The number of new coronavirus cases has been averaging 2,000-a-day in recent weeks, and there have been 71 deaths since 1 January.

The move allows for the suspension of parliament and political activities, such as local elections. It comes as Muhyiddin's unstable government faces challenges from within the ruling coalition.

The prime minister has said there will be no military rule or curfew under the state of emergency.

Subject: First known virus case found in apes at US zoo

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 6:59 am

As many as eight gorillas have tested positive for Covid-19 at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, in what is believed to be the first cases of their kind among apes in captivity.

Some of the gorillas have shown symptoms, including coughing, but none appear seriously ill.

While there has been one definitive positive test, all eight are presumed to have been exposed to the virus. It is presumed that the gorilla contracted it from a human handler.

"Aside from some congestion and coughing, the gorillas are doing well," Lisa Peterson, executive director of the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, said in the statement.

"The troop remains quarantined together and are eating and drinking. We are hopeful for a full recovery."

The zoo has been closed since the beginning of December due to the pandemic.

Though this is thought to be the first known case in apes, the virus has shown up in some other animals, including domestic cats and dogs.

Subject: Re: First known virus case found in apes at US zoo

Written By: 2001 on 01/12/21 at 7:32 am


As many as eight gorillas have tested positive for Covid-19 at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, in what is believed to be the first cases of their kind among apes in captivity.

Some of the gorillas have shown symptoms, including coughing, but none appear seriously ill.

While there has been one definitive positive test, all eight are presumed to have been exposed to the virus. It is presumed that the gorilla contracted it from a human handler.

"Aside from some congestion and coughing, the gorillas are doing well," Lisa Peterson, executive director of the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, said in the statement.

"The troop remains quarantined together and are eating and drinking. We are hopeful for a full recovery."

The zoo has been closed since the beginning of December due to the pandemic.

Though this is thought to be the first known case in apes, the virus has shown up in some other animals, including domestic cats and dogs.


Did they poke their brain with that swab to test them? I wonder how a gorilla would react to that.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 7:34 am


Did they poke their brain with that swab to test them? I wonder how a gorilla would react to that.  :o
I will try and locate more links to this.

Subject: Disneyland turned into Covid test site

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 7:53 am

Disneyland in California is to be turned into a coronavirus testing centre.

The resort will be the first of five regional POD (point-of-dispensing) sites in Orange County.

“The Disneyland Resort, the largest employer in the heart of Orange County, has stepped up to host the county’s first Super POD site - undertaking a monumental task in our vaccination distribution process,” county chairman Andrew Do said in a statement.

Supervisor Doug Chaffee, whose district includes Disneyland, told the Los Angeles Times that large-scale vaccination sites were “absolutely critical in stopping this deadly virus”.

Vaccinations are expected to start at the park this week.

Subject: Customers 'must wear a mask and shop alone', says Sainsbury's boss

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 8:35 am

Sainsbury's chief executive Simon Roberts has emailed customers this morning to say shoppers "must wear a mask or visor" unless they have a medical exemption.

"You should also shop on your own," he writes.

Roberts says security guards will support staff at the front of the store in enforcing these rules and customers not wearing masks or shopping in groups will be challenged.

Subject: South Africa closes land border

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 9:58 am

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced that its land borders will be closed to most travellers until 15 February, in an effort to slow the spread of coronavirus.

President Ramaphosa said the pandemic in South Africa is currently at its most devastating, with infection numbers far exceeding the peak experienced in the first wave.

He said there have been nearly 190,000 reported infections since New Year’s Day, and there are currently more than 15,000 people in hospital with Covid-19.

Many restrictions put in place at the end of December will be extended.

The ban on alcohol sales remains in force, beaches and parks in hotpots remain shut, and social gatherings are still banned.

Ramaphosa warned that funerals continue to be super-spreader events.

“Funerals have become a death trap for many of our people,” he said, as he urged people to stay at home.

Subject: Worst excess deaths in the UK since WW2

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 10:31 am

Last year saw the largest increase in deaths in a single year in more than 70 years, according to provisional figures from the Office for National Statistics.

In 2020, nearly 697,000 deaths were registered, compared with an average of nearly 606,000 each year between 2015 and 2019.

This is the largest increase, or “excess”, in a single year since 1940.

It is likely to return death rates in the UK to levels last seen in the mid-2000s.

Subject: Sir David Attenborough receives vaccine

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 10:35 am

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Sir David Attenborough has become the latest well-known name to receive the Covid-19 vaccine, his representative has confirmed.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-55630861

Subject: Fears that Chinese New Year celebrations may be called off

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 11:42 am

In China, people are gearing up for the annual Lunar New Year holidays on 12 February.

But as hundreds of cases of Covid-19 have now been recorded in multiple north-eastern provinces since the start of the year - including many in the city of Shijiazhuang - there are some fears the country will soon introduce strict measures to prevent people from travelling.

Every year in China, hundreds of millions of people travel for the Lunar New Year holiday, making it the biggest migration worldwide.

A number of local authorities across the country have already urged residents not to make ‘unnecessary’ trips to their hometowns for the festivities.

But in the weeks leading up to the holiday, people still crowd train stations to secure their tickets.

Railway tickets in China are generally only available 30 days in advance of the departure date, so China is anticipating a surge of activity at train stations in the coming days.

The government has polled thousands of people on how they plan to spend the holiday, and many saying they are cancelling their plans. But the majority are still keen to go ahead with what they see as the most important festivities of the year.

National newspaper Global Times says that there has also been a “surge in demand” for Covid-19 tests “in many Chinese cities” ahead of the holiday.

In the capital Beijing, “the number of people coming for a Covid-19 test is 20 to 30 times more than usual”, it says.

Subject: A further 1,243 UK deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 2:15 pm

Priti Patel mentioned the latest government statistics on coronavirus during the briefing this evening.
A further 1,243 people have died within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test in the UK, according to the latest figures on the government's coronavirus dashboard. That brings the UK total to 81,960. The UK has also recorded a further 45,533 positive coronavirus test results. And 2,431,648 people have now received the first dose of a vaccine in the UK.

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Subject: Re: Customers 'must wear a mask and shop alone', says Sainsbury's boss

Written By: Howard on 01/12/21 at 2:20 pm


Sainsbury's chief executive Simon Roberts has emailed customers this morning to say shoppers "must wear a mask or visor" unless they have a medical exemption.

"You should also shop on your own," he writes.

Roberts says security guards will support staff at the front of the store in enforcing these rules and customers not wearing masks or shopping in groups will be challenged.


They say that on the loudspeaker where I work that customers and workers should wear a mask.

Subject: Covid-19: London's Nightingale hospital taking patients

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/21 at 2:45 pm

London's Nightingale hospital has been reopened and is admitting patients to help with the coronavirus spread in the capital. Medical director Dr Vin Diwakar said the facility at London's ExCeL Centre also had a vaccination centre on site. It was placed on standby in May after fewer than 20 patients were treated following a grand opening on 3 April. Dr Diwakar said the Nightingale was being used to treat non-coronavirus patients.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-55619580

Subject: Covid: Many NHS staff 'traumatised' by first wave of virus, study shows

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/21 at 1:08 am

Many hospital staff treating the sickest patients during the first wave of the pandemic were left traumatised by the experience, a study suggests. Researchers at King's College London asked 709 workers at nine intensive care units in England about how they were coping as the first wave eased. Nearly half reported symptoms of severe anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder or problem drinking. One in seven had thoughts of self-harming or being "better off dead". Nursing staff were more likely to report feelings of distress than doctors or other clinical staff in the anonymous web-based survey, which was carried out in June and July last year. Just over half reported good well-being.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55630157

Subject: South Korea's sect leader not guilty of breaking virus law

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/21 at 3:31 am

The leader of a South Korean religious sect has been found not guilty of breaking virus control laws.

Lee Man-hee, who heads the Shincheonji Church of Jesus, was however found guilty of embezzlement and given a suspended sentence.

The church was at the centre of South Korea's first major Covid-19 outbreak last February, and was the target of public anger.

At one point it was linked to 36% of cases in the country.

In March last year, the Seoul city government filed a legal complaint to prosecutors against Mr Lee and 11 other leaders of the sect. They were accused of homicide, causing harm and violating the Infectious Disease and Control Act.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-55642653

Subject: BREAKING: Tightening of Scottish lockdown rules announced

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/21 at 7:07 am

Covid restrictions around takeaway and click and collect services in Scotland are to tighten. Only shops selling essential items - such as clothing, footwear, baby equipment, homeware and books -will be allowed to offer click and collect. Takeaways can no longer allow customers indoors, and must instead operate from a hatch or doorway. The new rules will come into force on Saturday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-55646778

Subject: BREAKING: 10,000 people had died in London since March 2020

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/21 at 8:06 am

Sadiq Khan has just announced in an interview on the radio that more than 10,000 people have sadly died in London since March last year.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Coronavirus: Where are fines being given out in England?

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/21 at 8:48 am

Nearly two-thirds of pandemic-related fines issued by police in England have been by forces in the North and Midlands, figures show. About 30,000 fines were processed between 27 March and 20 December. The data, published by the National Police Chief's Council (NPCC), suggests Northumbria Police processed the most fines, with 3,034 so far. It also recorded the most fines relative to the number of people living in the force's area. However, fines reported to the NPCC were not necessarily given to people living in that force area.

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It is thought that about half of the fines given out in England so far were during the first national lockdown, and the majority of fines have been for breaching lockdown guidance. The Metropolitan Police and City of London Police together processed the most fines for gatherings of more than 30 people, for which forces can fine organisers £10,000. There were a total of 41 such fines given out. Fines for breaching international travel regulations were most common for Greater Manchester Police, at 41, while West Mercia Police - covering Herefordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire - processed the most for those not adhering to rules on face coverings, with 196. Last night, during a government press conference, NPCC chief Martin Hewitt said the total number of fines issued had since risen to almost 45,000.

Subject: Grave concern in China as infections rise

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/21 at 9:04 am

Since the original coronavirus outbreak, China has regularly only recorded double or single digit daily cases.

So there are grave concerns now that the country has confirmed 107 new symptomatic cases in the last 24 hours.

One city, Shijiazhuang, which has recorded more than 500 symptomatic and asymptomatic cases in the last fortnight, has already gone into a de facto lockdown.

On Wednesday, the north-eastern province of Heilongjiang, which borders Russia, has declared a state of emergency as cases have spread to two cities

The official CCTV broadcaster is now telling people nationwide to avoid gatherings and to wear a mask.

There was a top-level press conference from the country’s leading medical authorities on Wednesday, with officials describing the current situation as “complex” and “challenging” due to the higher infectivity of Covid-19 variants.

Since the beginning of 2021, symptomatic cases have been confirmed in four north-eastern Chinese provinces, as well as the capital Beijing.

On Wednesday, three other provinces in the east - Jilin, Shandong, and Zhejiang - also confirmed asymptomatic infections.

However, officials are voicing confidence that these outbreaks can be contained, as long as people follow the guidelines, wear a mask, and pay attention to their hygiene.

China has curbed outbreaks throughout the year by implementing swift lockdowns, and carrying out citywide testing drives to detect and isolate infected people. It has also recently begun rolling out vaccine inoculation in hard-hit areas.

The National Health Commission said more than 10 million people have so far been vaccinated in the country.

Subject: UK Covid daily death toll reaches new record high

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/21 at 10:18 am

A further 1,564 people had died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 - the highest number of UK deaths reported on a single day since the outbreak began.

It takes the total number of deaths under that measure to 84,767.

Before today, the highest number of deaths was recorded as 1,325 on Friday 8 January.

A total of 47,525 people have tested positive for Covid in the past 24 hours.

Subject: Brazil's variant: Two 'spike' changes flagged up

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/21 at 10:54 am

As MPs have been mentioning today - a coronavirus variant has been found circulating in the Amazonas state of Brazil, and was picked up in Japan in travellers from the region.

It’s different from the UK and South African variants, but it contains common mutations - two changes to the virus’ "spike" in particular which have been flagged as potentially making the virus more infectious.

This is not going to be the last mutation we hear about.

At the moment changes are mainly being picked up in areas that do lots of genetic tracking of the virus - it’s almost certain there are other mutations already circulating unseen in other parts of the world.

And the virus will continue to mutate - it’s just a question of how, how much and how fast.

For now there’s no evidence the virus is becoming more dangerous - but if more people catch it then, left unchecked, more will potentially become ill or die.

But the vaccines, which target several different areas of the virus’ spike, should still work - though that’s something that scientists the world over will be monitoring very closely.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/21 at 10:55 am


A further 1,564 people had died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19 - the highest number of UK deaths reported on a single day since the outbreak began.

It takes the total number of deaths under that measure to 84,767.

Before today, the highest number of deaths was recorded as 1,325 on Friday 8 January.

A total of 47,525 people have tested positive for Covid in the past 24 hours.

There have now been more deaths in the second wave of the pandemic than the first, Public Health England's medical director has said.

Subject: Re: BREAKING: 10,000 people had died in London since March 2020

Written By: 2001 on 01/13/21 at 2:38 pm


Sadiq Khan has just announced in an interview on the radio that more than 10,000 people have sadly died in London since March last year.

:\'( :\'( :\'(


Wow, that is a lot for one city. :\'( :\'( :\'(

Here in Ontario too, we surpassed 5,000 deaths yesterday. And that's trending up fast.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/13/21 at 2:41 pm


Wow, that is a lot for one city. :\'( :\'( :\'(

Here in Ontario too, we surpassed 5,000 deaths yesterday. And that's trending up fast.  :-\\
Hence me being extra safe.

PM Boris Johnson says the rate is coming down, but I have not seen it in figures yet.

Subject: Re: BREAKING: 10,000 people had died in London since March 2020

Written By: Howard on 01/13/21 at 3:10 pm


Wow, that is a lot for one city. :\'( :\'( :\'(

Here in Ontario too, we surpassed 5,000 deaths yesterday. And that's trending up fast.  :-\\


New York has had a lot of deaths lately too.  :(

Subject: A quick summary of the main stories in the UK this morning

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 4:26 am

A quick summary of the main stories in the UK this morning:

# Most people who have had Covid-19 are protected from catching it again for at least five months, a study shows

# Six High Street pharmacies in England will start vaccinating people from priority groups today, with 200 providing jabs in the next two weeks

# A new rule requiring arrivals to England to show proof of a negative test has been pushed back from Friday to Monday to give travellers more time to prepare, the government has said

# Meanwhile, a government committee is meeting today to discuss whether to stop flights from Brazil coming to the UK because of concern about a new variant of the virus believed to have emerged there

# People travelling by rail during lockdown are being urged to double-check train times, as services are being reduced

# Covid-19 patients in England's busiest intensive care units in 2020 were 20% more likely to die, new research has found

Subject: Past Covid-19 infection may provide 'months of immunity'

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 5:03 am

Most people who have had Covid-19 are protected from catching it again for at least five months, a study led by Public Health England shows.

Past infection was linked to an 83% lower risk of getting the virus, compared with those who had never had Covid-19, scientists found.

But experts warn some people do catch Covid-19 again - and can infect others.

And officials stress people should follow the stay-at-home rules - whether or not they have had the virus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55651518

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from around the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 5:08 am

Here are some of the coronavirus stories making headlines around the world:

# After months of negotiations, a team from the World Health Organization has finally arrived in the Chinese city of Wuhan to investigate the origins of the Covid-19 pandemic

# Some 270 million doses of vaccines have been secured for the African continent, on top of 600 million already promised, but is still not enough to vaccinate everyone who needs it

# US President-elect Joe Biden is due to unveil his coronavirus relief plans, which are expected to include $2,000 (£1,467) stimulus payments for families that Donald Trump had called for

# Around 1,200 international tennis players have begun arriving in Melbourne to quarantine for two weeks ahead of next month’s Australia Open

# From today, people in Lebanon are under a 24-hour curfew preventing them from leaving their homes for the next 11 days, with few exemptions. Shopping in supermarkets is no longer allowed, with people having to rely on deliveries

Subject: Signs Covid cases are plateauing in some areas

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 5:24 am

There are signs the number of coronavirus cases may be "plateauing" in some areas of England and Wales, a leading epidemiologist has said.

Prof Neil Ferguson, from Imperial College London, whose modelling led to the first national lockdown in March, told BBC Radio 4's Today programme that in London and some areas of south-east and eastern England, hospital admission may also have plateaued.

However, he said case numbers and hospital admissions were still going up in other areas and warned it would take longer for hospital bed occupancy and deaths to start going down.

"But overall at a national level we are seeing the rate of growth slow," he added.

He also warned the government needed to be "very cautious" about relaxing restrictions and ensure as many vulnerable people were vaccinated as possible first.

Subject: Pharmacies in England start Covid vaccinations

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 5:41 am

Some High Street pharmacies in England will start vaccinating people from priority groups today, with 200 providing jabs in the next two weeks.

Six chemists in Halifax, Macclesfield, Widnes, Guildford, Edgware and Telford are the first to offer appointments to those invited by letter.

But pharmacists say many more sites should be allowed to give the jab, not just the largest ones.

More than 2.6 million people in the UK have now received their first dose.

The vaccines - made by either Oxford-AstraZeneca or Pfizer-BioNTech - are already being administered at hospitals, care homes, GP surgeries and vaccination centres.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Online Vaccine CalculatorThere

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 5:44 am


Some High Street pharmacies in England will start vaccinating people from priority groups today, with 200 providing jabs in the next two weeks.

Six chemists in Halifax, Macclesfield, Widnes, Guildford, Edgware and Telford are the first to offer appointments to those invited by letter.

But pharmacists say many more sites should be allowed to give the jab, not just the largest ones.

More than 2.6 million people in the UK have now received their first dose.

The vaccines - made by either Oxford-AstraZeneca or Pfizer-BioNTech - are already being administered at hospitals, care homes, GP surgeries and vaccination centres.
There are several online vaccine calculators available, and entering my basic details, I am now 5,000,000th+ in the queue, and due for the jab in mid-February to March.

Subject: Virus-hit Brit blamed for cancellation of famous ski race

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 6:00 am

A British tourist has been blamed for a spike in coronavirus cases that led officials to cancel Switzerland's famous Lauberhorn ski race.

The resort of Wengen, where the race is held, had recorded only 10 cases of the virus by mid-December.

But the number soon began to rise and many cases have since been linked to the new highly infectious variant of Covid-19 first identified in the UK.

At least 27 cases are connected to one British tourist, contact tracers say.

The tourist stayed in a hotel in Wengen over the holiday period.

The Lauberhorn course is the longest downhill run in the world, and racers can reach speeds of 160km/h (100 mph).

Subject: Lebanon begins round-the-clock curfew

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 7:48 am

For the next 11 days at least most of Lebanon will be in complete lockdown, after the number of new infections in the country surged to among the highest rates in the world.

Schools, restaurants and even supermarkets will be closed - instead customers will have to rely upon deliveries.

The authorities say the drastic action is needed to slow the spread of the coronavirus that has overwhelmed Lebanon’s healthcare system.

However, the curfew will worsen the country’s economic collapse.

Charities are warning that almost half the population do not have enough cash to buy food to see them through until the end of the lockdown period.

Lebanon’s dire economic situation has also affected the importation of medical supplies.

So far, more than 1,600 Lebanese have died from Covid-19. The toll is expected to rise sharply in the coming days.

Subject: Numbers waiting for hospital treatment in England hit record high

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 8:41 am

A total of 4.46 million people were waiting to start hospital treatment in England at the end of November 2020, the highest number since records began.

The figure is up from 4.42 million in November 2019 and 4.45 million in October that year - the previous highest number since the data was first recorded in August 2007.

The number of people having to wait more than 52 weeks to start hospital treatment in England was 192,169 in November 2020 - the highest number for any calendar month since May 2008 - according to the figures from NHS England.

In November 2019, that number stood at just 1,398.

And the total number of people admitted for routine treatment in hospitals in England was down 27% in November compared with a year ago.

Subject: China sees surge in Covid-19 cases and first death for months

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 8:58 am

As we mentioned earlier, a team of scientists from the WHO has arrived in China to investigate the origins of Covid-19 – and it comes as the country is tackling a surge of new cases.

The National Health Commission reported 138 new infections on Thursday, the highest single-day tally since March last year, the AFP reports.

A woman with underlying health conditions also became the first person for several months to die from the virus in China.

The infections are centred on the north-east provinces of Hebei, just outside Beijing, and Heilongjiang, which borders Russia.

While the numbers are small compared to cases overwhelming many other countries, they have sparked concern in China – particularly as the rise comes weeks before hundreds of millions of people are due to travel for the Lunar New Year.

Meanwhile, the WHO says two of its scientists were unable to travel to Wuhan because they tested positive for virus antibodies before boarding the flight from Singapore.

The team of 13 were met by Chinese officials in hazmat suits and tested for the virus upon their arrival. They are now undergoing a two-week quarantine in a hotel before beginning their work.

Subject: 'One in 10' US lawmakers have had Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 8:59 am

At least 60 members of the US Congress – more than one in 10 – have either tested positive or are believed to have had coronavirus since the pandemic began, the New York Times reports.

The list includes 44 Republicans and 16 Democrats in both the Senate and House of Representatives.

The newspaper calculates that the overall infection rate among the lawmakers surpasses the national known infection rate of 6.5%, although that does not include cases likely to have gone undetected in the general population.

At least three US Democrat lawmakers have tested positive for the coronavirus since sheltering for hours with colleagues during last week’s deadly assault on the Capitol.

They have accused some Republican lawmakers of refusing to wear masks while they were huddled together.

Video footage has emerged that appears to show several lawmakers refusing facemasks offered to them. Pictures also show one of the lawmakers who tested positive - Pramila Jayapal – without a mask at one point.

The New York Times says most Congress members who have tested positive have done so since the 3 November election, as coronavirus cases surged across the US.

Subject: Covid Brazilian variant sparks South America travel ban

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 11:48 am

A ban on travellers to the UK from South America and Portugal will come into force on Friday due to a new Covid variant identified in Brazil.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55666198

Subject: Opening of Nintendo's first theme park delayed by Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 12:46 pm

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The opening of Nintendo's first theme park has been delayed because of rising coronavirus cases in Japan.

Super Nintendo World, modelled on levels of the company's Mario games, had been due to open on 4 February.

But Japan has expanded its state of emergency, due to last until at least 7 February, beyond Tokyo to include Osaka prefecture, where the park is located.

The opening, at Universal Studios Japan, had already been postponed from mid-2020 because of the pandemic.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-55661651

Subject: How worrying are the UK, South Africa, and Brazil Covid variants?

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 1:20 pm

New variants of coronavirus are emerging that are more infectious than the original one that started the pandemic.

Experts' concerns currently focus on a small number of new variants of coronavirus:

# A UK variant that has become dominant in much of Britain and has spread to more than 50 other countries

# A South Africa variant that has also been found in at least 20 other countries, including the UK

# A new variant from Brazil

There is currently no evidence to suggest that any of them cause more serious illness.

The current vaccines were designed around earlier variants, but scientists are confident that they should still work against the new ones, although perhaps not quite as well.

Even in the worst case scenario, the vaccines could be redesigned and tweaked to be a better match - in a matter or weeks or months, if necessary, say experts.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55659820

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 2:03 pm


The woman who started Clap for Carers for 10 weeks during the first lockdown has urged people to give frontline workers a big hand once again. Annemarie Plas is reviving the weekly applause from gardens, doorsteps and balconies to show appreciation for key workers and the NHS as the whole of the UK finds itself again under lockdown. Calling it Clap for Heroes this time, Ms Plas said she hoped the applause, starting on Thursday at 20:00 GMT, would "lift the spirit of all of us" in a difficult time.
I listened out for tonight, and not a whimper

Subject: Re: Opening of Nintendo's first theme park delayed by Covid-19

Written By: nally on 01/14/21 at 2:05 pm


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The opening of Nintendo's first theme park has been delayed because of rising coronavirus cases in Japan.

Super Nintendo World, modelled on levels of the company's Mario games, had been due to open on 4 February.

But Japan has expanded its state of emergency, due to last until at least 7 February, beyond Tokyo to include Osaka prefecture, where the park is located.

The opening, at Universal Studios Japan, had already been postponed from mid-2020 because of the pandemic.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-55661651


Speaking of Japan, I wonder if the Olympics will still be held this summer at all? They were pushed back from last year due to covid.
If they get held, I'm sure plenty of facemask-wearing and social-distancing may be required. And perhaps no fans in attendance.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 2:09 pm


Speaking of Japan, I wonder if the Olympics will still be held this summer at all? They were pushed back from last year due to covid.
If they get held, I'm sure plenty of facemask-wearing and social-distancing may be required. And perhaps no fans in attendance.
I heard the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics are due to take place, I made have posted it here in this topic.

Subject: Re: Opening of Nintendo's first theme park delayed by Covid-19

Written By: nally on 01/14/21 at 2:11 pm


I heard the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics are due to take place, I made have posted it here in this topic.

I am sure that you did. :) They probably will take place, without fans in attendance. Hopefully things'll be better by then.

Last year I thought that the American professional sports would not be able to take place...but they did, thanks to a number of implemented Covid guidelines.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/14/21 at 2:13 pm


I am sure that you did. :) They probably will take place, without fans in attendance. Hopefully things'll be better by then.

Last year I thought that the American professional sports would not be able to take place...but they did, thanks to a number of implemented Covid guidelines.
Here, posted last week.


Tokyo 2020 organisers say they will be ready to host the Olympic Games - despite the city declaring a state of emergency over Covid-19. The rescheduled Games are set to take place between 23 July and 8 August.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/olympics/55575450

Subject: Re: Opening of Nintendo's first theme park delayed by Covid-19

Written By: nally on 01/14/21 at 2:15 pm


Here, posted last week.


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That says it all.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 01/15/21 at 1:42 pm

100 deaths in Ontario reported today. The scary part to me isn't that we hit triple digits, but that this is only the beginning of the deluge that's coming our way.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 01/15/21 at 2:17 pm

Wow, the US surpassed 400,000 deaths from COVID-19 according to Worldometers  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 01/15/21 at 3:58 pm

Now there are 2 million deaths from Covid-19 worldwide  :\'(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 2 million deaths, 400,000 of which are U.S.

Written By: nally on 01/15/21 at 6:31 pm


Wow, the US surpassed 400,000 deaths from COVID-19 according to Worldometers  :\'(

Now there are 2 million deaths from Covid-19 worldwide  :\'(

Two very sad milestones. :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/16/21 at 4:29 am


Now there are 2 million deaths from Covid-19 worldwide  :\'(


Man, COVID is a killer.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 2 million deaths, 400,000 of which are U.S.

Written By: nally on 01/16/21 at 10:43 am


Man, COVID is a killer.  :(

It has been, from the very beginning. :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/17/21 at 2:15 pm

15,945
January 16 (for New York City)  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 2 million deaths, 400,000 of which are U.S.

Written By: nally on 01/18/21 at 11:39 am


15,945
January 16 (for New York City)  :\'(


I assume that's the number of new cases for that day alone? :-[
Yowzah. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 2 million deaths, 400,000 of which are U.S.

Written By: 2001 on 01/18/21 at 11:57 am


I assume that's the number of new cases for that day alone? :-[
Yowzah. :o


That is a lot especially considering how brutal the first wave was there. :o

In Canada we're averaging around 7,000 a day and I and the health system find it intolerable.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/21 at 12:35 am


15,945
January 16 (for New York City)  :\'(

That is a lot

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/21 at 12:38 am

The data for Monday in the UK.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/114F0/production/_116569807_uk_card_with_vax_18jan-nc.png

Subject: Covid-19: Vaccine rollout extended to over-70s in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/21 at 12:45 am

People in England in their 70s, and those listed as clinically extremely vulnerable, will begin receiving offers of a coronavirus vaccine this week. Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the move was a "significant milestone" in the nation's vaccination programme. More than five million people - from priority groups three and four - will be invited from Monday to have the jab. It comes as 10 further mass vaccination hubs open across England.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55698132

Subject: UK Health Secretary self-isolating after app alert

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/21 at 3:45 am

Health Secretary Matt Hancock is self-isolating after being alerted by the NHS Covid-19 app that he had been in close contact with somebody who tested positive for the virus.

He said in a tweet that as a result he would be staying at home until Sunday.

"We all have a part to play in getting this virus under control," he added.

He had coronavirus in March last year.

Subject: Highlights from around the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/21 at 4:07 am

Here are the main headlines this morning:

Four criminal justice watchdogs for England and Wales have warned they have "grave concerns" about the impact of court backlogs caused by the pandemic

The head of the UK's unions is calling for tougher enforcement of Covid safety regulations, amid concerns that bosses are breaking the rules

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is to announce whether Scotland's Covid-19 lockdown is to continue past the end of January

Levels of stress, depression and anxiety among parents and carers have increased with the pressures of the lockdowns, research suggests

US President-elect Joe Biden's spokeswoman says the US will maintain travel bans on the UK, much of the EU and Brazil - despite an order from President Donald Trump to lift them

Two Australian Open tennis players have tested positive for Covid-19 after arriving in the city of Melbourne, amid growing controversy over the event

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): People must 'stay on their guard' after vaccination

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/21 at 6:03 am

Scientists advising the government are warning that people could begin ignoring Covid restrictions once they have been vaccinated, according to papers seen by the Daily Telegraph.

Prof Janet Lord, director of the Institute of Inflammation and Ageing at the University of Birmingham, is one of those who has expressed concerns.

Asked whether people who had received the jab could hug their children, she told BBC Radio 4's Today programme: "I would certainly advise not to do that at the moment because as you probably know with the vaccines they take several weeks before they are maximally effective.

"It's really important that people stay on their guard even if they've had that first vaccination.

"If people do relax what they're doing then it reduces the benefits of the vaccination."

Lord, who is part of the government's Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies, also said she was worried about the idea of "immunity passports" - which could allow people more freedom not to follow restrictions after they have been vaccinated.

"People might think (it is a) passport to freedom and even those who haven't been vaccinated will see those changing their behaviours and think, 'Well why should I bother if no one else is either?' she said.

Subject: Traveling salesman puts 3m people in China in lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/21 at 6:34 am

Nearly three million people in China's northeastern Jilin province were put under lockdown on Monday after a salesman was reported to have infected more than 100 people with coronavirus.

According to Jilin's provincial health commission, the man - identified by his surname Lin - had attended four separate events at community health centres, where he promoted various health products to elderly residents.

He had travelled to the province from his neighbouring home of Heilongjiang province.

He was asymptomatic, but his movements, which have been published in detail by the authorities - down to the seat numbers of his train rides - reportedly resulted in 79 infections.

Those people then passed the virus to 23 of their close contacts.

The average age of those infected is 63, and the eldest is 87, the commission said.

Jilin's new lockdown measures bring the total number of people under lockdown in northeast China to more than 19 million, according to AFP.

Subject: Covid-19: Why are different figures used for the UK death toll?

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/21 at 9:36 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/19/dedaef27-a8d4-484a-ad1a-41e47b21ad8b.png

There has been a focus today on why figures showing how many people have died from coronavirus in the UK differ, as the national statistics body released its latest findings.

No single figure gives a complete, current picture of the pandemic.

The daily figure - deaths within four weeks of a positive test - is good for understanding the current trends in the epidemic.

But last spring, when testing was limited, it missed a lot of coronavirus deaths.

The figure based on death certificates is more complete, but takes longer to analyse.

A death registered in England on a Monday won’t feature in the figures for a fortnight.

Adding the two - the latest death certificate figures and the daily deaths reported since then - gives more than 100,000 people whose death has involved a coronavirus infection in some way.

The third bar in the chart includes people who have died because they didn’t get healthcare for other conditions during the pandemic or because of the pressures the pandemic has put on society.

But it leaves out people who might have been expected to die last year had there not been a pandemic, so can be a trickier number to interpret.

Subject: Covid: UK records new daily high of 1,610 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/21 at 10:47 am

A further 1,610 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive Covid test - the biggest figure reported in a single day since the pandemic began. It means the total number of deaths by that measure is now above 90,000.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55722168

Subject: Daily UK coronavirus cases fall but number of deaths rise

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/21 at 12:30 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/19/5f09ed71-7fb1-4cb7-a7ad-f0b7c1740bdc.png

As reported earlier, a further 1,610 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive Covid test - the highest number reported in a single day since the pandemic began. And another 33,355 positive Covid cases in the UK have been recorded - less than half the peak figure of 68,053 on 8 January. The statistics suggest that UK daily cases have begun to fall, but the number of deaths are on an upward trend. The number of patients in hospital across the UK is also still rising. However, with decreasing daily cases, we should start to see fewer people in hospital and eventually fewer deaths, our health correspondent Nick Triggle says.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/19/7de5d9d7-d8bd-4f0d-8bee-d180525eacc2.png

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/19/171e07e4-0b60-46b8-8f73-01e202b712d2.png

Subject: Re: Covid: UK records new daily high of 1,610 deaths

Written By: 2001 on 01/19/21 at 1:34 pm


A further 1,610 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive Covid test - the biggest figure reported in a single day since the pandemic began. It means the total number of deaths by that measure is now above 90,000.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55722168


Holy moly, that's a lot! :o

Stay safe out there.  :-[

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/21 at 2:17 pm


Holy moly, that's a lot! :o

Stay safe out there.  :-[
Strictly only leaving home for essential reasons.

Subject: France reports a further 23,608 cases and 656 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/21 at 2:17 pm

France has reported 23,608 new confirmed Covid-19 cases on Tuesday, according to health ministry data.

The figure is up from 3,736 on Monday and from 19,752 last Tuesday.

A further 656 Covid deaths in hospitals were also recorded - up from 403 on Monday.

The number of people in intensive care rose by 26 to 2,839, while the total number of patients hospitalised for the disease was down 52 over 24 hours at 25,567.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 2 million deaths, 400,000 of which are U.S.

Written By: Howard on 01/19/21 at 2:51 pm


I assume that's the number of new cases for that day alone? :-[
Yowzah. :o


Numbers just don't want to go down.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/19/21 at 2:53 pm


Strictly only leaving home for essential reasons.


I just leave home to go to work.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/21 at 3:02 pm


I just leave home to go to work.
Fortuitous for me, I am retired and do not need to go to work.

But please Howard, take good care on your bus journeys.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/19/21 at 3:39 pm


Fortuitous for me, I am retired and do not need to go to work.

But please Howard, take good care on your bus journeys.


Thank You I sure will.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 01/19/21 at 9:08 pm

Lockdowns, curfews and school closures seem to be working their magic in Canada.

After the Christmas/New Year's spike we had 9,214 cases on January 8, but 11 days later we're down to 4,679 daily cases. Hope we can continue to this speedy downward trend!

Subject: Highlights from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/21 at 3:57 am

# The UK's inflation rate surged to 0.6% in December from 0.3% in November, despite Covid curbs that forced non-essential shops to shut

# Whole groups of people - particularly freelancers and self-employed - are falling through the cracks of Covid-19 support schemes due to out-of-date tax systems, MPs have said

# The government has been urged by its former homelessness adviser, Dame Louise Casey, to extend universal credit increases worth £20 a week beyond the end of March amid the continuing pandemic

# In Wales, pupils are waiting to hear how their GCSE, AS and A-level results will be decided after planned classroom assessments were cancelled due to the latest lockdown

# And an investigation has begun after a group of politicians drank alcohol on Welsh parliament premises just days after a ban on pubs came into effect

# There has been a sharp drop in the number of patients admitted to hospitals in England with heart attacks or heart failure in recent months, with the pandemic thought to be causing people to stay away

Subject: Covid-19: Government working 'to move front-line workers up jab queue'

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/21 at 4:12 am

The home secretary has now been on BBC Radio 4's Today programme where she discussed the possibility of pushing front-line workers up the queue for a Covid jab.

Priti Patel said work is under way to move "police, fire and front-line workers" higher up the queue to "take the vaccine when that comes".

The proposal "isn't something we are just thinking about, there is a lot of work taking place in government right now", she said.

She added if the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation say it is a possibility, then the government will "absolutely work to make that happen".

Subject: Man fined after driving 64 miles to chip shop

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/21 at 8:41 am

A man who drove 64 miles for fish and chips was one of more than 60 people fined by a police force for breaching lockdown rules since Friday.

The motorist, who drove from Mildenhall in Suffolk to Scratby near Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk coast, was issued with a fixed penalty notice by Norfolk Police.

The force would not disclose the amount the Scratby driver had to pay, but fines in England and Northern Ireland start at £200.

Other breaches in the county included people who travelled from London to Norwich to visit a friend and a group of men fined in Norwich, who had been drinking together and were involved in a disturbance in the street

Subject: Re: Man fined after driving 64 miles to chip shop

Written By: karen on 01/20/21 at 12:09 pm


A man who drove 64 miles for fish and chips was one of more than 60 people fined by a police force for breaching lockdown rules since Friday.

The motorist, who drove from Mildenhall in Suffolk to Scratby near Great Yarmouth on the Norfolk coast, was issued with a fixed penalty notice by Norfolk Police.

The force would not disclose the amount the Scratby driver had to pay, but fines in England and Northern Ireland start at £200.

Other breaches in the county included people who travelled from London to Norwich to visit a friend and a group of men fined in Norwich, who had been drinking together and were involved in a disturbance in the street


This is what annoys me to hell about people in this country. Lots of people are making great efforts to follow the rules and then others take the piss.

My son hasn’t seen his girlfriend since the summer, we only saw my mother in law once last year on her birthday, I haven’t been to the pub to see friends, etc.and then other people think they should drive a few hundred miles cos they fancied a look at the sea.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/21 at 12:23 pm


This is what annoys me to hell about people in this country. Lots of people are making great efforts to follow the rules and then others take the piss.

My son hasn’t seen his girlfriend since the summer, we only saw my mother in law once last year on her birthday, I haven’t been to the pub to see friends, etc.and then other people think they should drive a few hundred miles cos they fancied a look at the sea.
I fear people will feel over confident in returning to an ordinary 'normal' life as soon as they have had their first jab of the vaccination, before they receive the booster.

Subject: UK records new daily high of 1,820 Covid deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/21 at 12:24 pm

A further 1,820 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive Covid test - the biggest figure reported in a single day since the pandemic began. It means the total number of deaths by that measure is now 93,290. Yesterday's figure of 1,610 deaths was the previous highest daily total. Another 38,905 positive Covid cases have also been reported in the past 24 hours.

Subject: Re: UK records new daily high of 1,820 Covid deaths

Written By: 2001 on 01/20/21 at 12:28 pm


A further 1,820 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive Covid test - the biggest figure reported in a single day since the pandemic began. It means the total number of deaths by that measure is now 93,290. Yesterday's figure of 1,610 deaths was the previous highest daily total. Another 38,905 positive Covid cases have also been reported in the past 24 hours.


I saw that number this morrning (our morning) and I gasped. :o

Hopefully it comes down quick.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/21 at 1:19 pm


I saw that number this morrning (our morning) and I gasped. :o

Hopefully it comes down quick.
There is some good news, today there were new 38,905 cases compared with more than 60,000 per day in early January. The cases are on a downward trend.

Subject: Re: Man fined after driving 64 miles to chip shop

Written By: Howard on 01/20/21 at 3:15 pm


This is what annoys me to hell about people in this country. Lots of people are making great efforts to follow the rules and then others take the piss.

My son hasn’t seen his girlfriend since the summer, we only saw my mother in law once last year on her birthday, I haven’t been to the pub to see friends, etc.and then other people think they should drive a few hundred miles cos they fancied a look at the sea.


It happens everywhere.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/20/21 at 3:17 pm


I fear people will feel over confident in returning to an ordinary 'normal' life as soon as they have had their first jab of the vaccination, before they receive the booster.



Then people will start removing their masks.

Subject: Re: Schools in Wales to stay shut until 18 January

Written By: nally on 01/20/21 at 5:12 pm


Strictly only leaving home for essential reasons.

Same with me. Which is not very often.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 2 million deaths, 400,000 of which are U.S.

Written By: nally on 01/20/21 at 5:15 pm


I fear people will feel over confident in returning to an ordinary 'normal' life as soon as they have had their first jab of the vaccination, before they receive the booster.


Then people will start removing their masks.

People have been feeling over confident in returning to 'normal' life for several months. And it's not been safe to do so yet.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 2 million deaths, 400,000 of which are U.S.

Written By: Howard on 01/21/21 at 4:29 am


People have been feeling over confident in returning to 'normal' life for several months. And it's not been safe to do so yet.


Eventually we will get there.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 5:02 am


Eventually we will get there.
But when will be 'eventually'?

Subject: England’s virus levels ‘may have risen’ in January

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 5:03 am

Scientists tracking the spread of coronavirus in England say infection levels in the community may have risen at the start of the latest lockdown.

Infections in 6-15 January were up by 50% on early December, with one in 63 people infected, Imperial College London's initial findings suggest.

Swab tests from 143,000 people indicate 1.58% had the virus during in early January - up from 0.91% in December.

Ministers say the report does not yet reflect the impact of the lockdown.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55736239

Subject: Pandemic poses challenges for flood evacuations

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 5:06 am

People forced to evacuate their homes amid widespread flooding across England and Wales are being told they won't be breaking Covid restrictions to do so.

About 2,000 homes in the Didsbury and Northenden areas of Manchester, and in Ruthin and Bangor-on-Dee, North Wales, and Maghull, Merseyside, are affected.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson says the government is "totally prepared" for the dual crises of flooding and the pandemic and that Covid-secure facilities will be available for any people forced to leave their homes as a result of the weather.

One resident in Didsbury, Fari Iravani, tells BBC news the pandemic is making it more difficult to find somewhere to stay.

"During corona where do you evacuate to? You don't want to impose yourself on other people," he says.

"We are trying to hold on as long as we can, and hopefully it will pass... If there is a continuation of the rain and the storm, that's going to be a problem."

Meanwhile, pumps and sandbags have had to be brought in to protect supplies of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine being held in a warehouse in Wrexham, north-east Wales, which was threatened by floods.

A statement from Wockhardt, which runs the warehouse, says there is no disruption to manufacturing and the site is now operating as normal.

Subject: Close to 2m people in the UK had first Covid vaccine in last week

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 5:41 am

Close to two million people in the UK have received their first dose of a Covid vaccine in the past week, government figures show.

By the end of Tuesday, a total of 4.61 million people had received their initial jab, up from 2.64 million the week before.

The government is aiming to offer a vaccine to all over-70s, the extremely clinical vulnerable and health and and social care workers by mid-February - up to 15 million people.

To achieve this target it needs to deliver more than two million jabs a week.

It comes as 65 new vaccination centres are due to open in England today, including a mosque in Birmingham and a cinema in Aylesbury.

Subject: One in 10 major hospital trusts in England have no spare ICU beds

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 7:08 am

One in 10 major hospital trusts had no spare adult critical care beds last week, figures published by NHS England this morning show.

That was for the week ending 17 January.

The hospital trusts with no spare intensive care beds included University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust - one of the largest trusts in England.

Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust and Dartford & Gravesham NHS Trust were also among the 15 acute trusts - out of 140 in England - on the list.

Subject: Covid-19: Home Secretary Priti Patel to hold Downing Street briefing later

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 8:41 am

Home Secretary Priti Patel will hold a Downing Street briefing at 17:00 GMT.

She will be accompanied by Martin Hewitt, chair of the National Police Chiefs' Council, and Dr Vin Diwakar, NHS England regional medical director for London.

Subject: Situation worsens in England's critical care

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 9:41 am

Forty hospital trusts in England – three in 10 of those with adult critical care beds – had more than 95% of those critical care beds occupied in the latest week, according to NHS England statistics. Fifteen of those hospitals had every bed filled across the week ending 17 January. As this chart shows, despite the NHS laying on more and more critical care beds since the beginning of November, patient numbers are rising even faster.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/21/d2efa4b9-c034-40d5-925a-7610d12acb2a.png

Across England, average critical care occupancy stood at 86%, meaning almost nine in 10 critical care beds had patients in them. In London, occupancy has reached as high as 93%. The Intensive Care Society notes that increasing beds only goes some way to addressing rising demand – you need extra staff and equipment in place to manage them too. Reports have noted that the number of nurses and doctors per bed has dropped in recent weeks in some NHS trusts.

Subject: Covid-19: NI lockdown could be in place 'until Easter'

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 9:57 am

Stormont ministers have been told lockdown restrictions in NI may remain in place until after Easter, BBC News NI understands.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-55704312

Subject: How a £20 gadget could save lives

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 10:03 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/21/f2635c88-cb49-4954-95fb-6f4f94bebae8.jpg

One of the mysteries of Covid-19 is why oxygen levels in the blood can drop to dangerously low levels without the patient noticing. It is known as "silent hypoxia". As a result, patients have been arriving in hospital in far worse health than they realised and, in some cases, too late to treat effectively. But a potentially life-saving solution, in the form of a pulse oximeter, allows patients to monitor their oxygen levels at home, and costs about £20. They are being rolled out for high-risk Covid patients in the UK, and the doctor leading the scheme thinks everyone should consider buying one.

Subject: Re: Close to 2m people in the UK had first Covid vaccine in last week

Written By: 2001 on 01/21/21 at 10:10 am


Close to two million people in the UK have received their first dose of a Covid vaccine in the past week, government figures show.

By the end of Tuesday, a total of 4.61 million people had received their initial jab, up from 2.64 million the week before.

The government is aiming to offer a vaccine to all over-70s, the extremely clinical vulnerable and health and and social care workers by mid-February - up to 15 million people.

To achieve this target it needs to deliver more than two million jabs a week.

It comes as 65 new vaccination centres are due to open in England today, including a mosque in Birmingham and a cinema in Aylesbury.


4.6 million is a really impressive number! Hopefully the death rate starts to come down quick.

Subject: Covid-19: NI lockdown will be in place 'until Easter'

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 10:18 am


Stormont ministers have been told lockdown restrictions in NI may remain in place until after Easter, BBC News NI understands.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-northern-ireland-55704312
It has now been announced that lockdown restrictions in NI will remain in place until to Easter.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK reports a further 1,290 Covid deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 11:15 am

A further 1,290 deaths have been reported in the UK within 28 days of a positive Covid-19 test. It means there have now been 94,580 deaths by that measure. There have also been a further 37,892 cases, according to the Department for Health and Social Care.

Subject: Almost five million people in UK have now received first vaccine dose

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 11:26 am

A total of 4,973,248 people have now received a first Covid-19 vaccine dose in the UK, according to the latest government figures.

There have also been 464,036 second doses administered in the UK.

Subject: Re: Almost five million people in UK have now received first vaccine dose

Written By: nally on 01/21/21 at 11:30 am


A total of 4,973,248 people have now received a first Covid-19 vaccine dose in the UK, according to the latest government figures.

There have also been 464,036 second doses administered in the UK.

Good for them. O0 Now if only the U.S. could get on track with the doses. (I'm sure President Joe Biden has a plan.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 11:31 am


Good for them. O0 Now if only the U.S. could get on track with the doses. (I'm sure President Joe Biden has a plan.)
I believe it is on his agenda

Subject: Re: Almost five million people in UK have now received first vaccine dose

Written By: nally on 01/21/21 at 11:31 am


I believe it is on his agenda

Yes, it is. He even got to work on it (and other actions) yesterday, not long after he took office.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New police enforcement powers in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 11:33 am

The home secretary announces a new £800 fine for attending house parties in England.

it will double for each repeat offence up to £6,400.

Organisers - as was already the case - will be fined £10,000.

It applies to those who attend illegal gatherings of more than 15 people in homes.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Biden to sign 10 executive orders to tackle Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 11:38 am


Yes, it is. He even got to work on it (and other actions) yesterday, not long after he took office.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/21/b1ead5fc-31b2-48e8-9dc4-a797e7891636.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-55750884

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Biden to sign 10 executive orders to tackle Covid

Written By: nally on 01/21/21 at 11:38 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/21/b1ead5fc-31b2-48e8-9dc4-a797e7891636.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-55750884


O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 1:43 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/21/b1ead5fc-31b2-48e8-9dc4-a797e7891636.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-55750884
...and looks very busy too?

Subject: Biden to sign 10 executive orders to tackle Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 1:58 pm

President Joe Biden is set to sign 10 executive orders to boost the fight against Covid which has ravaged the US.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-55750884

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Record flu vaccination rates

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 3:18 pm


Public Health England’s weekly data has some positive news.

Flu vaccinations are at record levels – up by about 10% in over-65s, young children and higher-risk under-65s compared with last year.

Amid all the talk of vaccine scepticism, it’s a reminder of how many people are keen on vaccines.

Last week, PHE reported a rise in coronavirus outbreaks in care homes and in case numbers in the over-80s.

These haven’t been sustained in this week’s figures, covering the week up to 17 January.

PHE reports that case numbers are falling across regions and age groups.

But the cloud to the silver lining is that hospitalisation rates are still high and rising in most parts of the country.

And with studies reporting that infections might not be falling as quickly as the case numbers suggest, this pressure will continue for some time to come.

Subject: Re: Biden to sign 10 executive orders to tackle Covid-19

Written By: nally on 01/21/21 at 3:57 pm


President Joe Biden is set to sign 10 executive orders to boost the fight against Covid which has ravaged the US.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-55750884

And I watched it live, on CNN, shortly after this post was made!



...and looks very busy too?

Yep! O0

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New police enforcement powers in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/21/21 at 4:13 pm


The home secretary announces a new £800 fine for attending house parties in England.

it will double for each repeat offence up to £6,400.

Organisers - as was already the case - will be fined £10,000.

It applies to those who attend illegal gatherings of more than 15 people in homes.
BTW, why 15?

Can there still be an illegal gathering of 14 people be allowed?

I do not know!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/22/21 at 7:23 am


But when will be 'eventually'?


No one really knows when but maybe in about 6 months.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Biden to sign 10 executive orders to tackle Covid

Written By: Howard on 01/22/21 at 7:25 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/21/b1ead5fc-31b2-48e8-9dc4-a797e7891636.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-55750884



I hope he signs the new stimulus bill.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 01/22/21 at 1:51 pm

Seeing 70-100 deaths day in and day out here in Ontario is depressing. Not to mention what's going on in the rest of the world. It's going to take time to heal and move on. :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/22/21 at 1:54 pm


Seeing 70-100 deaths day in and day out here in Ontario is depressing. Not to mention what's going on in the rest of the world. It's going to take time to heal and move on. :-\\


God only knows when we will be able to move on from this?  :(

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 4:30 am

Here is what has been happening across the UK.

# Tory MPs are asking the government to set out a “route map” for English schools to reopen amid concerns about coronavirus closures on children’s education

# Former prime minister Gordon Brown has said Covid has exposed “tensions” between Whitheall and nations and regions as he warned the UK must reform its governance or risk becoming a “failed state”

# Fashion retailer Boohoo has bought the Debenhams brand and website for £55m - but not its 118 stores or workforce after the High Street firm collapsed amid the pandemic

# A plan to deliver vaccination appointments to people aged 70-79 in blue envelopes in Scotland has been delayed, with the first tranche of letters arriving in white envelopes instead

# Demand at Northern Ireland’s regional vaccination centres has started to decline as health workers have received their first dose of a vaccine, the Department of Health has confirmed

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 5:04 am

For Sunday:
https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/AB27/production/_116651834_uk_card_with_vax_24jan-nc.png

Subject: Coronavirus: UK variant 'may be more deadly'

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 5:06 am

Early evidence suggests the variant of coronavirus that emerged in the UK may be more deadly, Prime Minister Boris Johnson said.

However, there remains huge uncertainty around the numbers - and vaccines are still expected to work.

The data comes from mathematicians comparing death rates in people infected with either the new or the old versions of the virus.

The new more infectious variant has already spread widely across the UK.

Mr Johnson told a Downing Street briefing: "In addition to spreading more quickly, it also now appears that there is some evidence that the new variant - the variant that was first identified in London and the south east - may be associated with a higher degree of mortality.

"It's largely the impact of this new variant that means the NHS is under such intense pressure."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55768627

Subject: Covid in Scotland: Over-70 vaccine letters start but blue envelope delay

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 5:16 am

Vaccination appointments for people aged 70-79 are being delivered from Monday - but plans to use distinctive blue envelopes in some parts of the country have been delayed.

The aim is to have this group receive their first dose by mid-February.

On Sunday morning, the Scottish government said some letters would be sent out in blue envelopes and given Royal Mail priority.

But in a statement published later it said the envelopes were not yet ready.

It added that the change has no impact on the vaccination programme timetable.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-55781951

Subject: The global picture of coronavirus

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 5:58 am

Global coronavirus cases are nearing 100 million and this graph shows how new infections have been rising rapidly in recent months.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/25/e3504a5d-dbed-41a7-98ee-f93cbe2a67a5.png

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/25/63e1d444-db49-4469-ad02-f6393e573223.png

Subject: Mexican president tests positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 6:55 am

Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador has become the latest world leader to test positive for Covid-19.

The 67-year-old said he has mild symptoms and that he is working from home.

He has been accused of not taking the pandemic seriously enough and failing to wear a mask, as the country battles another surge in infections.

Almost 150,000 people have died from coronavirus in Mexico - the fourth highest death toll in the world.

On Monday Mr López Obrador is expected to speak to Russian President Vladimir Putin about buying a Russian-made vaccine. The government is trying to source vaccines for its 128 million people after delivery delays from Pfizer-BioNTech.

The president joins a growing list of leaders who've contracted Covid-19, including Britain's Boris Johnson, President Donald Trump in the US, Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro and Guatemalan President Alejandro Giammattei.

Subject: Moderna vaccine appears to work against variants, scientists say

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 10:49 am

Moderna's Covid vaccine appears to work against new, more infectious variants of the virus found in the UK and South Africa, according to scientists from the pharmaceutical company.

Early laboratory tests suggest antibodies triggered by the vaccine can recognise and fight the new variants.

More studies are needed to confirm this is true for people that have been vaccinated with the Moderna jab.

The new variants have been spreading fast in a number of nations over recent weeks.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Group filmed dancing in park dispersed by police

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 11:02 am

A group of people were dispersed by police after being filmed dancing and holding hands in a park in Leicester.

Leicestershire Police says an officer spoke to the group in Spinney Hill Park on Sunday and told them they were in breach of Covid-19 rules.

The people left minutes later and no fines were issued, the force says.

A volunteer at Leicester Royal Infirmary, who recorded the footage, says "at least 50 people" had gathered.

"It's really, really annoying that these people gather up like that. My daughter is a nurse," he says.

Subject: Re: The global picture of coronavirus

Written By: nally on 01/25/21 at 12:38 pm


Global coronavirus cases are nearing 100 million and this graph shows how new infections have been rising rapidly in recent months.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/25/e3504a5d-dbed-41a7-98ee-f93cbe2a67a5.png

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/25/63e1d444-db49-4469-ad02-f6393e573223.png

Whoa :o

And it's been just over a whole year since this thread was created.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Covid rates down in every region of England

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 1:38 pm

Covid case rates in most regions of England are at their lowest level since before the start of 2021, latest figures show.

In London, the rolling seven-day rate as of 20 January stood at 557.8 cases per 100,000 people - down from 770.6 a week earlier, and the lowest since the seven days to 16 December.

In the south west the rate is 281.1, down from 351.1 and the lowest since 30 December, Public Health England data shows.

But the picture is more mixed across the Midlands and northern England.

Rates are down in every region, but not every area is quite back to levels last seen at the end of 2020.

North-west England, for example, is currently recording a rate of 441.3 cases per 100,000, down from 557.3 for the previous week and the lowest since 1 January.

Yorkshire & the Humber continues to record the lowest rate of any region: 241.2, down from 286.1.

You can find out how many coronavirus cases there are in your area by using our look up tool.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 1:40 pm


Whoa :o

And it's been just over a whole year since this thread was created.
I was worried back then, and it hit home for me Mid-March, when I felt unwell, just before the first UK lockdown. My unwellness was coughing and feeling flu-ish, turning out, thnkfully, not to be Covid-19.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 01/25/21 at 1:48 pm

The UK is vaccinating people at a good pace! When do you think you guys (@Phillip Eno @karen) might get it?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 1:53 pm


The UK is vaccinating people at a good pace! When do you think you guys (@Phillip Eno @karen) might get it?
On the Vaccine Calculator I am due for Mid-February to beginning of March, when I last looked, about 5 millionth in the queue, but more categories of people has now been added. I will check again in a moment.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 2:09 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/1187E/production/_116660817_uk_card_with_vax_25jan-nc.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 2:40 pm


The UK is vaccinating people at a good pace! When do you think you guys (@Phillip Eno @karen) might get it?

On the Vaccine Calculator I am due for Mid-February to beginning of March, when I last looked, about 5 millionth in the queue, but more categories of people has now been added. I will check again in a moment.
I have just checked, I am around 2 millionth in the queue, and due for a vaccination during the first week of February.

Subject: Re: The global picture of coronavirus

Written By: Howard on 01/25/21 at 2:40 pm


Whoa :o

And it's been just over a whole year since this thread was created.


I know, where did the time go?  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 2:42 pm


I know, where did the time go?  :o
With time spend shielding at home.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/25/21 at 2:45 pm


I was worried back then, and it hit home for me Mid-March, when I felt unwell, just before the first UK lockdown. My unwellness was coughing and feeling flu-ish, turning out, thnkfully, not to be Covid-19.


I just wound up with a slight cold but thank god it wasn't COVID, I just could smell anything for at least a few days and trying to get my energy back.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 2:47 pm


I just wound up with a slight cold but thank god it wasn't COVID, I just could smell anything for at least a few days and trying to get my energy back.
Over the time of the pandemic, my taste and smell has enhanced, not lost.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 01/25/21 at 3:39 pm


The UK is vaccinating people at a good pace! When do you think you guys (@Phillip Eno @karen) might get it?


I actually had my first dose today. I have been volunteering as a marshal at a vaccine centre. Each vial has enough vaccine for six people so occasionally there is some left at the end of the day. They offer it to NHS staff who can get there, employees of the council (we are using their building) and the volunteers so that it doesn’t go to waste.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 3:40 pm


I actually had my first dose today. I have been volunteering as a marshal at a vaccine centre. Each vial has enough vaccine for six people so occasionally there is some left at the end of the day. They offer it to NHS staff who can get there, employees of the council (we are using their building) and the volunteers so that it does go to waste.
You truly deserve it.

Subject: No guarantee schools will reopen before Easter

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 3:41 pm

The government will give a timetable for when pupils in England can go back to school "as soon as we can", Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said - but there's no guarantee schools will reopen before April's Easter break. Amid concerns for children's education and wellbeing - as well as parents saying they're "knackered and confused" by home schooling - the PM said he understood why people want a timetable, but that he doesn't want to lift restrictions while the coronavirus infection rate remain "very high". In a Downing Street news conference, Health Secretary Matt Hancock added that the pressure on the NHS remains "relentless" with more Covid patients on ventilators in the UK now than at any time in the pandemic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/25/21 at 3:43 pm


Over the time of the pandemic, my taste and smell has enhanced, not lost.


I can taste and smell now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/21 at 3:44 pm


I can taste and smell now.
That is good.

I could smell aromas that were totally new to me.

Subject: Re: The global picture of coronavirus

Written By: nally on 01/25/21 at 3:45 pm


The UK is vaccinating people at a good pace! When do you think you guys (@Phillip Eno @karen) might get it?

I actually had my first dose today. I have been volunteering as a marshal at a vaccine centre. Each vial has enough vaccine for six people so occasionally there is some left at the end of the day. They offer it to NHS staff who can get there, employees of the council (we are using their building) and the volunteers so that it does go to waste.


People in the U.S., on the other hand, are getting vaccinated at an inconsistent rate, or so it seems. It depends on a person's age group and where they are living. In California, certain counties are giving people over 65 their "priority" vaccinations, but my parents (who are both over 65) are not getting any vaccinations for now because the county we live in is not among the select counties that are vaccinating people in that age group. And they are unhappy about that because they wanna get vaccinated asap.

Subject: Re: The global picture of coronavirus

Written By: nally on 01/25/21 at 3:46 pm


I can taste and smell now.

That is good.

I could smell aromas that were totally new to me.

Splendid. O0 O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 01/25/21 at 4:15 pm


I actually had my first dose today. I have been volunteering as a marshal at a vaccine centre. Each vial has enough vaccine for six people so occasionally there is some left at the end of the day. They offer it to NHS staff who can get there, employees of the council (we are using their building) and the volunteers so that it doesn’t go to waste.


I am so very jealous  :-[

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 01/25/21 at 4:18 pm


I actually had my first dose today. I have been volunteering as a marshal at a vaccine centre. Each vial has enough vaccine for six people so occasionally there is some left at the end of the day. They offer it to NHS staff who can get there, employees of the council (we are using their building) and the volunteers so that it doesn’t go to waste.



YAY!


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Group filmed dancing in park dispersed by police

Written By: karen on 01/25/21 at 4:33 pm


A group of people were dispersed by police after being filmed dancing and holding hands in a park in Leicester.

Leicestershire Police says an officer spoke to the group in Spinney Hill Park on Sunday and told them they were in breach of Covid-19 rules.

The people left minutes later and no fines were issued, the force says.

A volunteer at Leicester Royal Infirmary, who recorded the footage, says "at least 50 people" had gathered.

"It's really, really annoying that these people gather up like that. My daughter is a nurse," he says.


Leicester has been in some form of lockdown all the time. Even when things were easing off elsewhere last summer it was under tighter restrictions because of the number of cases.

In other news a couple from Leicester went for a drive to Stoke yesterday to “experience the snow”. They skidded off the road, and needed an ambulance, police cars and a fire engines to assist in pulling the car out of the ditch.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/21 at 2:12 am


Leicester has been in some form of lockdown all the time. Even when things were easing off elsewhere last summer it was under tighter restrictions because of the number of cases.

In other news a couple from Leicester went for a drive to Stoke yesterday to “experience the snow”. They skidded off the road, and needed an ambulance, police cars and a fire engines to assist in pulling the car out of the ditch.
It seems like people just do not realise the state of the world?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK unemployment rate continues to rise

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/21 at 2:13 am

The UK's unemployment rate rose to 5% in the three months to November, up from 4.9%, as coronavirus continued to hit the jobs market.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-55808052

Subject: Covid: Quarantine hotel plans set to be announced

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/21 at 3:16 am

Some travellers coming to England will have to quarantine in hotels, over concerns about new Covid variants, the government is expected to announce.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-55805575

Subject: Protesters defy Covid rules on Australia Day

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/21 at 4:04 am

Several people have been arrested for breaking Covid rules while protesting against the culturally sensitive Australia Day holiday.

At least five arrests were made in Sydney at a rally attended by around 2,000 people, despite rules limiting the numbers allowed to gather at 500.

The day is controversial as it marks the start of Australia's colonisation.

Australia Day is celebrated on 26 January, the anniversary of Britain's First Fleet arriving in Sydney in 1788.

Branded by its critics as "Invasion Day", it attracts annual protest rallies drawing attention to the injustices faced by Australia's indigenous people.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-55806766

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK PM to hold press briefing later

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/21 at 8:45 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson will hold a press conference at 17:00 GMT today with England's chief medical officer Chris Whitty and England's NHS chief executive Sir Simon Stevens.

Subject: More than 30 Met Police officers fined for lockdown haircuts

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/21 at 10:37 am

A group of 31 London Metropolitan Police officers are each facing £200 fines for breaching coronavirus regulations, after getting their hair cut by a barber while on duty.

The two officers who organised the trims, at Bethnal Green police station on 17 January, will also be investigated for misconduct, Scotland Yard said.

Local policing commander Detective Chief Superintendent Marcus Barnett said: "It is deeply disappointing and frustrating that my officers have fallen short of the expectation to uphold Covid-19 regulations.

"Although officers donated money to charity as part of the haircut, this does not excuse them from what was a very poor decision. I expect a lot more of them.

"It is right, therefore, officers should each face a £200 fine, as well as misconduct action for those two who organised this event."

Subject: WARNING: beware of fake Covid vaccination invites

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/21 at 10:51 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/26/bde263f2-9510-4f86-8b51-031045248988.jpg

The NHS has warned people to be vigilant about fake invitations to have the coronavirus vaccination.

The scam email includes a link to "register" for the vaccine - but registration is not required for the real vaccination is required.

The fake site also asks for bank details either to verify identification or to make a payment.

The NHS says it would never ask for bank details, and the vaccine is free.

Cyber-security consultant Daniel Card told BBC News that traffic data indicates thousands of people had clicked the link to the fake site - although it is unclear how many then filled in the form.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus death toll passes 100,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/21 at 11:09 am

The UK death toll from coronavirus has passed 100,000, according to government figures.

A total of 100,162 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive Covid test since the start of the pandemic.

The daily number of deaths was 1,631 - this is higher than yesterday's figures when 592 deaths and 22,195 cases were recorded.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus death toll passes 100,000

Written By: 2001 on 01/26/21 at 11:38 am


The UK death toll from coronavirus has passed 100,000, according to government figures.

A total of 100,162 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive Covid test since the start of the pandemic.

The daily number of deaths was 1,631 - this is higher than yesterday's figures when 592 deaths and 22,195 cases were recorded.

:\'( :\'( :\'(


Very tragic.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/21 at 12:05 pm


Very tragic.  :\'(
Indeed. I am taking less walks now to be safe.

Subject: Plan to finally allow Philippines children outside scrapped

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/21 at 2:01 pm

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has abandoned plans to allow some children out of their homes for the first time in 10 months.

They've been cooped up to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

Under-15s have been unable to legally go outside since March - one of the toughest virus restrictions on children anywhere in the world.

It has had an effect on their schooling and mental health, as well as the economy because family trips have been impossible.

Last week though, the government finally said 10 to 14-year-olds would be allowed out from February.

But President Duterte has now rescinded that order after the more contagious UK variant of the virus was discovered.

Duterte told children they'd have to continue watching TV instead.

Subject: Re: The global picture of coronavirus

Written By: nally on 01/26/21 at 5:06 pm


It seems like people just do not realise the state of the world?

My thoughts exactly! They don't see how serious it is.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/21 at 3:23 am


My thoughts exactly! They don't see how serious it is.
I cannot find a report of it online, somewhere in the UK someone was holding a hottub party with many others and when the police knocked on the door, the owner of the household claimed he know nothing of the pandemic.

I ask you?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): the latest headlines in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/21 at 3:25 am

Here’s the latest headlines in the UK:

# The UK made "monumental mistakes" that led to one of the worst Covid death rates in the world, Labour has said, after the official number of coronavirus deaths in the UK passed 100,000

# And a scientist advising the government, Prof Calum Semple, has warned the UK could face as many as 50,000 more coronavirus deaths

# The idea of 100,000 deaths is hard for many of us to comprehend, but each was a human being who lived and loved. This is the story of one of them

# British residents arriving in England from Covid hotspots, including most of South America, southern Africa and Portugal, will have to quarantine in hotels, Home Secretary Priti Patel is expected to announce
Labour is calling for juries to be cut from 12 members to seven, to clear a courts backlog of thousands of cases

# The Chelsea Flower Show will take place in September for the first time in its history as a result of the pandemic

# And the number of trains running in Scotland will be reduced to 65% of pre-pandemic levels from next week, as passenger numbers fell by 90% during the Covid pandemic

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK could face 'up to 50,000 more' Covid deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/21 at 3:30 am

A scientist advising the government has warned the UK could face as many as 50,000 more coronavirus deaths.

Prof Calum Semple, a member of the Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies, told the BBC's Newsnight: "It would really not surprise me if we're looking at another 40-50,000 deaths before this burns out.

"The deaths on the way up are likely to be mirrored by the number of deaths on the way down in this wave.

"Each one again is a tragedy and each one represents probably four or five people who survive but are damaged by Covid."

Subject: Papers mark UK's 100,000 Covid deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/21 at 5:22 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/27/9e7eadee-7046-416d-9d11-31430db1f44a.jpg

Many of the front pages have pictures of Boris Johnson bowing his head in sorrow as he announced that the number of coronavirus deaths in the UK had passed 100,000.

Subject: Why is the UK's Covid death toll so bad?

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/21 at 7:08 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/1/27/7dde7b7e-e3e7-4f05-811e-ce85889f323e.png

More than 100,000 people in the UK have died from a virus, that, this time last year, felt like a far-off foreign threat.

How did we come to be one of the countries with the worst death tolls?

There is no quick answer to that question, and there is sure to be a long and detailed public inquiry once the pandemic is over.

But there are plenty of clues that, when pieced together, help build a picture of why the UK has reached this devastating number.

Some will point a finger at the government, others at deeper rooted problems with British society, such as the state of public health, and others, still, at the UK's strengths, including the country's position as a hub for international travel.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55757790

Subject: Covid: US pharmacist in vaccine tampering guilty plea

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/21 at 7:39 am

A US pharmacist has agreed to plead guilty to tampering with Covid vaccine vials because he believed the jabs could harm people, prosecutors say.

Steven Brandenburg, 46, is accused of removing from cold storage 57 vials with 570 doses of the Moderna vaccine in Grafton, Wisconsin, in December.

Without refrigeration, the vaccine becomes ineffective.

Mr Brandenburg could be jailed for 20 years on two charges of attempting to tamper with consumer products.

He also faces a $250,000 (£182,000) fine.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-55821623

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/27/21 at 8:10 am


That is good.

I could smell aromas that were totally new to me.


Like which ones?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/21 at 8:12 am


Like which ones?
Difficult to describe, but similar to a strong strawberry aroma. There were other ones too, but the strawberry is the one I remember best.

I should add, I had never smelt that smell before.

Subject: Re: The global picture of coronavirus

Written By: nally on 01/27/21 at 11:16 am


I cannot find a report of it online, somewhere in the UK someone was holding a hottub party with many others and when the police knocked on the door, the owner of the household claimed he know nothing of the pandemic.

I ask you?

In reading about that just now, I was thinking: What the (blank)?! :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/21 at 11:19 am


In reading about that just now, I was thinking: What the (blank)?! :o
I just cannot understand them, even if they do not watch television all day long, there must be a mention of the pandemic on their phone, even conversation with friends and family?

Subject: Re: Why is the UK's Covid death toll so bad?

Written By: nally on 01/27/21 at 11:21 am


I just cannot understand them, even if they do not watch television all day long, there must be a mention of the pandemic on their phone, even conversation with friends and family?

Yeah; certainly they'd see something about it on the news...but do they take it seriously?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/21 at 11:22 am


...but do they take it seriously?
One reason for the widespread of passing it on?

Subject: Re: Why is the UK's Covid death toll so bad?

Written By: nally on 01/27/21 at 11:24 am


One reason for the widespread of passing it on?

That's probably the key reason. They don't realise it's a serious matter.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/27/21 at 2:47 pm


I just cannot understand them, even if they do not watch television all day long, there must be a mention of the pandemic on their phone, even conversation with friends and family?




Some people are just knuckleheads.  ::)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/21 at 4:16 pm

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Subject: Covid: English schools could return 8 March 'at the earliest' - PM

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/27/21 at 6:03 pm

Schools in England will not be able to reopen to all pupils after the February half-term, but could do so from 8 March, the prime minister has said. Boris Johnson said this was the earliest schools could reopen and "depends on lots of things going right".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55828952

Subject: PM to visit Scotland despite Sturgeon warning

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/21 at 2:22 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is due to visit Scotland later, when he's expected to thank staff responding to the pandemic and emphasise the strength of the UK working together to deal with Covid-19. But it's sparked a political row, with Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon saying she's "not ecstatic" about the visit and questioning whether it's "essential", as required by Covid travel rules.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Study suggests slight fall in England infections

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/21 at 3:09 am

Scientists behind a study tracking coronavirus in England say there are signs of a "shallow decline" in infection levels but they remain high. An estimated 1.57% of people had the virus between 6 and 22 January - slightly down from 1.58% in early January, according to Imperial College London research based on the swab tests of 168,000 participants.

Subject: South Africa expects first vaccine doses next week

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/21 at 4:48 am

South Africa will on Monday receive one million Covid-19 vaccine doses from India, according to Health Minister Zweli Mkhize.

The AstraZeneca doses will undergo technical processes on arrival, including quality assurance, he says.

"These processes will take a minimum of 10 days and a maximum of 14 days to complete, upon which we will be ready to distribute the vaccines to all provinces," he says.

An additional 500,000 doses are expected in February and a further 20 million doses procured for June.

South Africa is the country worst-hit by the coronavirus pandemic in Africa. It is battling a highly infectious new mutation of the virus that has led to a surge in new infections.

Subject: WHO investigation team in China exits Wuhan quarantine

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/21 at 5:08 am

A World Health Organization team has come out of quarantine in the Chinese city of Wuhan and is to start its on-the-ground investigations into the origin of the pandemic.

The scientists will begin interviewing people from research institutes, hospitals and the seafood market linked to the initial outbreak.

Their research will rely upon evidence provided by Chinese officials. It comes after months of negotiations between the WHO and Beijing.

The group of 13 experts arrived in Wuhan on 14 January, and spent two weeks in quarantine that ended on Thursday. While in isolation, the team had been in video calls with each other and Chinese scientists.

On Thursday afternoon they exited their hotel and boarded a bus, without speaking to journalists.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Thai police arrest 89 foreigners during raid on bar

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/21 at 9:43 am

Police on the Thai island of Koh Phangan have arrested 89 foreigners, including Brits, during a raid on a bar there.

Thailand, which has been relatively successful in keeping Covid case numbers and death rates low, currently has an emergency degree in place, restricting mass gatherings.

Officers arrested 89 foreigners and 22 Thais during the raid, which was launched after officers discovered tickets were being sold to an event at the bar online.

The penalty for violating the decree is up to two years in prison and a fine of up to 40,000 baht (£976).

Koh Phangan is famous for its Full Moon Party, which attracts more than 30,000 tourists during peak times. But the event has divided the island’s residents, some of whom are tired of the event bringing in people who come to experience the party but not the rest of the island.

Tourists are currently banned from entering Thailand with some people arguing that it is a good opportunity to turn to a more sustainable type of tourism.

Subject: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/21 at 11:06 am

Officials in France are investigating a group of officers filmed dancing the Macarena inside a Paris police station while the country is under Covid-19 curfew rules.

Videos of the party appear to show police dancing and singing without masks late into the night in the suburb of Aubervilliers.

The officers are facing sanctions, police authorities have said.

France is under a night-time nationwide curfew to curb coronavirus infections.

Anyone outside their home at night or early morning must give a reasonable excuse such as travelling to work.

The video, which was published by website Loopsider , appears to show officers performing the Macarena in close proximity to each other, taking selfies and enjoying refreshments.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 01/28/21 at 11:22 am

Cases in Canada are trending downward fast, which is great to see.  We were at about ~9,000 a day in early-mid January but now at around ~4,000 a day.  :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/21 at 11:26 am


Cases in Canada are trending downward fast, which is great to see.  We were at about ~9,000 a day in early-mid January but now at around ~4,000 a day.  :)
That is good to hear, the UK daily cases, I think, on a downward trend, but waiting for the details to be online.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/21 at 12:11 pm

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Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 01/28/21 at 12:19 pm


Officials in France are investigating a group of officers filmed dancing the Macarena inside a Paris police station while the country is under Covid-19 curfew rules.

Videos of the party appear to show police dancing and singing without masks late into the night in the suburb of Aubervilliers.

The officers are facing sanctions, police authorities have said.

France is under a night-time nationwide curfew to curb coronavirus infections.

Anyone outside their home at night or early morning must give a reasonable excuse such as travelling to work.

The video, which was published by website Loopsider , appears to show officers performing the Macarena in close proximity to each other, taking selfies and enjoying refreshments.



MACARENA? What year is this? The early 90s called, they want that police station back.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/28/21 at 12:37 pm



MACARENA? What year is this? The early 90s called, they want that police station back.
Sounds more interesting (and curious) than the police officers having a communal haircut last weekend in London.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus around the world

Written By: nally on 01/28/21 at 5:15 pm



MACARENA? What year is this? The early 90s called, they want that police station back.

But the Macarena was popular in the mid-1990s, namely 1995/96.



Sounds more interesting (and curious) than the police officers having a communal haircut last weekend in London.

I can sorta agree w/ that.

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: 2001 on 01/28/21 at 5:33 pm



MACARENA? What year is this? The early 90s called, they want that police station back.


In 1997 when I was in kindergarten my teacher's first name was literally Macarena. Whenever anyone did the dance I would get really angry and start hitting them because I thought they were making fun of my teacher.  :-[

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: nally on 01/28/21 at 10:51 pm


In 1997 when I was in kindergarten my teacher's first name was literally Macarena. Whenever anyone did the dance I would get really angry and start hitting them because I thought they were making fun of my teacher.  :-o. As well as Camarena (another surname, which happens to be an anagram of Macarena, just two consonants with their positions switched!).

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: Howard on 01/29/21 at 3:39 am



MACARENA? What year is this? The early 90s called, they want that police station back.


Who in the hell does The Macarena in 2021?  ::)

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: karen on 01/29/21 at 3:47 am


Who in the hell does The Macarena in 2021?  ::)


Me, if it comes on the radio when I am in the kitchen

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: wagonman76 on 01/29/21 at 12:08 pm


Who in the hell does The Macarena in 2021?  ::)


I could see kids bringing it back today. Would be considered retro or vintage. Wouldn’t be surprised if it gets sampled in a modern song.

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: 2001 on 01/30/21 at 9:03 am


I could see kids bringing it back today. Would be considered retro or vintage. Wouldn’t be surprised if it gets sampled in a modern song.


Yeah it's still well known. My 15 year old sister learnt the dance on her own.

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 01/30/21 at 9:12 am


Yeah it's still well known. My 15 year old sister learnt the dance on her own.


I think it's one of those things that is still done by middle aged people at weddings and other such events along with other silly group dances like the "Hully Gully".  ;D

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: Howard on 01/30/21 at 2:09 pm


I could see kids bringing it back today. Would be considered retro or vintage. Wouldn’t be surprised if it gets sampled in a modern song.


Since The Macarena was 25 years ago, I guess you would consider it retro.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWaymcVmJ-A

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: nally on 02/04/21 at 11:20 pm

Good news, my parents (who have been waiting for quite a long time to get the Covid vaccine) will finally get vaccinated tomorrow. They were able to schedule an appointment.

As for me, my age group will probably not get it for another two months or so, at least.

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: nally on 02/04/21 at 11:22 pm


Since The Macarena was 25 years ago, I guess you would consider it retro.

I know,  hard to believe it has been that long now! :o

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: Howard on 02/05/21 at 8:11 am


Good news, my parents (who have been waiting for quite a long time to get the Covid vaccine) will finally get vaccinated tomorrow. They were able to schedule an appointment.

As for me, my age group will probably not get it for another two months or so, at least.


I'm getting mine as soon as they get an opening.

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: nally on 02/05/21 at 10:25 am


I'm getting mine as soon as they get an opening.

I don't know when that'll be for me yet. Different states have different protocols, I guess.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 02/05/21 at 10:59 am

Hard telling around here if we will even get it. They’re currently doing people 80+. But no vaccine or logistics to do it. The available slots filled up in 4 minutes. Then the local health department had 300 slots for elders in this county. But after finding out that 280 of the 300 were people from as far as the other side of the state, they cancelled the whole thing. They say my age group with be summer in which case it will probably never happen. Same thing with getting medical care or work done on your house or anything. In these parts there’s never enough manpower to go around. One reason I do everything myself. Or have to go 250 miles away for my medical care. That’s pretty much the story with anything else too. People will travel here to drain our resources then leave.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 02/05/21 at 12:15 pm

So jelly of you all living countries with vaccines. In Canada we only vaccinated a million people in two months, with another 70 million to go. We don't have domestic vaccine production facilities so we're affected badly by export bans and the production delays at European plants. I'm not really expecting to get vaccinated in 2021 anymore.

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: karen on 02/05/21 at 1:56 pm


Good news, my parents (who have been waiting for quite a long time to get the Covid vaccine) will finally get vaccinated tomorrow. They were able to schedule an appointment.

As for me, my age group will probably not get it for another two months or so, at least.


Good news




I'm getting mine as soon as they get an opening.


Aren’t you further down the list, given your age? Or can you just book an appointment whenever?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 02/05/21 at 6:36 pm

My mom recently got the Pfizer vaccine  :D Now she's waiting for her second dose

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 02/05/21 at 9:47 pm


My mom recently got the Pfizer vaccine  :D Now she's waiting for her second dose


Does your mother work in healthcare? Lucky you!

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: nally on 02/05/21 at 11:21 pm


Good news



Aren’t you further down the list, given your age? Or can you just book an appointment whenever?

I, too, would be further down the list, agewise, since I'm 40. Maybe I'll get it this spring.

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: nally on 02/05/21 at 11:30 pm


My mom recently got the Pfizer vaccine  :D Now she's waiting for her second dose

My mom got her first dose today (as stated earlier); she now has a follow-up appointment next month for her second dose.

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 02/06/21 at 2:21 am


I know,  hard to believe it has been that long now! :o


Yup, the most obnoxious dance craze of all time is 25 years old. ;D

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: Howard on 02/06/21 at 7:37 am


Good news



Aren’t you further down the list, given your age? Or can you just book an appointment whenever?


My Father is trying to book an appointment for me but right now there aren't any openings at the moment.

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: nally on 02/06/21 at 12:30 pm


My Father is trying to book an appointment for me but right now there aren't any openings at the moment.

There aren't any openings for people in my age bracket either. Maybe by Easter there might be, who knows.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 02/08/21 at 7:10 am

Still trying to understand how the Covid vaccine is being given out in different countries.

In the U.K. the government (working with health advisors) decided to prioritise the eldest people first, moving down in age. People who are clinically very vulnerable are also somewhere about third on the list of priorities regardless of their age.

The aim is to have everyone over the age of 50 to have been offered at least their first dose of vaccine by May of this year.

I am curious to know what is happening in the States, Canada and countries in Europe.

Subject: Re: Paris police investigated over Macarena party claims

Written By: Howard on 02/08/21 at 7:53 am


There aren't any openings for people in my age bracket either. Maybe by Easter there might be, who knows.


He's going to try some other time.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/21 at 3:00 am

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Two more Covid tests for UK arrivals

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/21 at 5:26 am

People arriving in the UK must have a negative test before entering the country. After arriving, they must self-isolate for up to 10 days - and, from 15 February, people arriving from Covid hotspots must pay to isolate in hotels. Now, another layer is being added - all arrivals will be tested twice during their isolation. It's not know when the tests will take place - but it's thought it could be on the second and eighth day of isolation. The government says the tests will "provide a further level of protection" and "give us even more opportunities to detect new variants". Last night, England's deputy chief medical officer Jonathan Van-Tam said vaccines were likely to stop serious illness caused by variants. Watch his comments below.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): A surprize vaccine volunteer

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/21 at 5:32 am

People queuing for Covid-19 vaccines in West Sussex got a surprise - when Downton Abbey's Lord Grantham was there to welcome them. Actor Hugh Bonneville is a regular volunteer at his local vaccination hub in the South Downs town of Midhurst.

Subject: Covid-19: NHS app has told 1.7 million to self-isolate

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/21 at 6:06 am

The NHS Covid-19 app has told 1.7 million people in England and Wales to self-isolate to date.

Health ministers have also revealed they believe it has prevented about 600,000 cases of the disease.

In a further disclosure, internal data indicates that about 16.5 million people are currently actively using its contact-tracing tool.

That figure is 24% below the app's latest download tally, which is the government's preferred measure.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-55985562

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Health Secretary Hancock's up soon

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/21 at 6:07 am

The health secretary is going to talk to MPs about the government's quarantine plans in about half an hour. Under a new system, all travellers coming into the UK will have to take two coronavirus tests while they quarantine - whether that's at home or in a hotel. The aim is to stop new variants entering the country.

Subject: WHO team 'don't know' what role Wuhan seafood market played

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/21 at 6:23 am

A World Health Organization (WHO) team investigating the origin of the coronavirus pandemic is holding a news conference in the Chinese city of Wuhan at the end of its visit.

Peter Ben Embarek, of the WHO team, said they had found evidence of the wider circulation of the virus outside the market where it was reported to have begun.

The experts added that they "don't know" the exact role of Wuhan's Huanan Seafood Wholesale Market in the origin of the virus. A cluster of cases was linked to the market, but officials also found cases among people who had no ties to the market.

However, there was no evidence the virus was present in Wuhan before December 2019, they said.

He said the team had uncovered new information but that it did not change the overall picture of the outbreak.

Earlier, a senior Chinese health official, Liang Wannian, said the authorities had extended full support to the WHO team. He said the scientists had not been able to clearly establish a link to the virus from bats and pangolins, though they remained a potential source.

The WHO team visited the market where the first cluster of infections was detected, as well as laboratories in Wuhan which had been involved in virus research.

Subject: Covid-19: UK arrivals face jail and large fines for breaking travel rules

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/21 at 7:27 am


The health secretary is going to talk to MPs about the government's quarantine plans in about half an hour. Under a new system, all travellers coming into the UK will have to take two coronavirus tests while they quarantine - whether that's at home or in a hotel. The aim is to stop new variants entering the country.
UK and Irish residents returning from coronavirus hotspots face fines of up to £10,000 and 10-year jail sentences if they break new travel rules, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said.

People who have to quarantine in hotels will have to pay £1,750, he said.

This covers the cost of accommodation, transport and testing.

Mr Hancock said the policy applied to England but the devolved administrations were looking at similar measures.

Arrivals who fail to declare they have been in any of the 33 so-called red list countries face prison sentences of up to 10 years.

Those who do not quarantine in hotels when required to face fines of £5,000, rising to £10,000.

Passengers face fines of up to £10,000 for failing to quarantine and those who lie on their passenger locator forms face up to 10 years in jail.

Mr Hancock told the Commons 16 hotels have been contracted for the programme, which begins on Monday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-55995645

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 02/09/21 at 10:08 am


Still trying to understand how the Covid vaccine is being given out in different countries.

In the U.K. the government (working with health advisors) decided to prioritise the eldest people first, moving down in age. People who are clinically very vulnerable are also somewhere about third on the list of priorities regardless of their age.

The aim is to have everyone over the age of 50 to have been offered at least their first dose of vaccine by May of this year.

I am curious to know what is happening in the States, Canada and countries in Europe.


At the moment in Canada they are prioritizing people in long-term care homes since that's where 80% of our deaths are from. Indigenous people in remote communities (several hours away from hospital) are also given special priority.

We have barely vaccinated anyone since mid-January since the Pfizer plant in Belgium and Moderna plant in Switzerland have been hit by production delays. The new Pfizer plant is up and running though so the pace should pick up again in mid-February.

Subject: Coronavirus in the UK in graphs

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/21 at 11:37 am

Here are some graphs to show today's coronavirus figures.

Although deaths are still high, they are coming down - and so are case numbers compared to last Tuesday.

We can see that if the rate of vaccinations keeps going the way it is, the government will surpass its goal of reaching 15m people by mid-February.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/2/9/ce7f6176-c87e-4fe2-8da1-ec8f874e61ba.png

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Subject: Mutant Covid strain found in Bristol designated ‘variant of concern’

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/09/21 at 12:21 pm

A Covid mutation first identified in Bristol has been designated a ‘Variant of Concern’ by health officials. The Government’s emergency virus group, Nervtag, said the strain which emerged last week is a dangerous mutation of the Kent virus that spread rapidly last December, causing the widespread cancellation of Christmas plans and triggering the third national lockdown. Nervtag fears the new Kent mutation may be highly transmissible and could possibly interfere with the vaccine.

https://metro.co.uk/2021/02/09/new-covid-strain-found-in-bristol-is-a-variant-of-concern-14052139/



Subject: Europe's oldest person survives Covid just before 117th birthday

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/21 at 2:24 am

A French nun who is Europe's oldest person has survived Covid-19, just days before her 117th birthday.

Lucile Randon, who took the name of Sister Andre in 1944, tested positive for coronavirus on 16 January but didn't develop any symptoms.

She told local media she "didn't even realise I had it".

She isolated separately from other residents in her retirement home in Toulon, southern France, but is now considered fully recovered.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-56005488

Subject: Prince Charles and Camilla receive first vaccine doses

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/21 at 3:04 am

The Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall have had their first Covid-19 vaccinations, Clarence House has announced.

It is not known which vaccine Prince Charles, 72, and Camilla, 73, received.

Prince Charles previously revealed he was infected at the start of the UK's epidemic in March last year, saying he "got away with it quite lightly".

It is not fully known what level of protection is offered from a previous coronavirus infection or how long this lasts for.

Over-70s are being vaccinated in the first phase of the UK's immunisation programme, which is made up of about 15 million people most vulnerable to coronavirus.

The government has set the target of vaccinating all of these people by 15 February.

Subject: Ghana's parliament shuts down after virus outbreak

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/21 at 4:02 am

Ghana's parliament will suspend sittings for three weeks due to increasing coronavirus cases among lawmakers and staff.

The number of MPs who have contracted the virus has risen to 17 while cases among staff have passed 150.

Speaker Alban Bagbin says sittings will resume on 2 March.

But he says parliament's appointments committee will continue with the scheduled vetting of cabinet nominees of President Nana Akufo-Addo, who won re-election in December.

Lawmakers and staff will be tested in two weeks, public broadcaster Ghana Broadcasting Corporation reports.

A surge in coronavirus cases had forced parliament last week to limit its sittings to Tuesdays and Thursdays, with entry only permitted to MPs and staff needed for the business on those days.

Ghana has so far confirmed over 73,000 cases and 482 deaths since it reported its first case in March last year.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PM press conference later today

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/21 at 8:06 am

Boris Johnson will lead a Downing Street press conference on coronavirus on Wednesday afternoon.

Subject: Elton John and Michael Caine front NHS vaccine ad

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/21 at 9:07 am

Sir Elton John and Sir Michael Caine have fronted a humorous new NHS advert encouraging people to get a Covid-19 vaccine.

The rock star and actor, who have both had the vaccine, appear to audition for the role of reassuring the public that they are safe and effective.

More than 12 million people in the UK have had at least one dose of a vaccine.

Two different ones are currently being used, and a third has been approved.

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Subject: China sends message to not eat wild animals during Lunar New Year

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/21 at 12:35 pm

It is now just under 24 hours until the Lunar New Year for people in China (12 February) and during this period it is common for people in the country to gather for family meals, or large banquet gatherings.

This year, China’s official People’s Daily newspaper is urging people not to eat wild animals during the holidays. It is sharing posters that show the silhouette of animals including snakes, hedgehogs and turtles, and telling people to avoid contact with them.

“Do not illegally hunt, trade or eat wild animals,” it says. The campaign, which uses the hashtag #DontEatWildAnimalsDuringSpringFestival, has so far been seen by more than 9.5 million people.

The posters have echoes of ones that circulated nationally last year at this time, back when the first coronavirus outbreak in Wuhan drew international attention. At the time, there was evident nervousness in the country about animal consumption being a possible reason for Covid-19.

In May, the original epicentre of the coronavirus, Wuhan, banned eating and hunting wild animals amid these fears. And over the last year, other regions have stepped up regulations to ban the consumption of animals.

In recent weeks, Chinese officials have also been updating “China’s law on animal epidemic prevention” to limit contact between animals and humans that could lead to disease. In late January, it became a requirement that pet owners keep their dogs on leads, to prevent potential diseases such as rabies.

Subject: Re: Europe's oldest person survives Covid just before 117th birthday

Written By: nally on 02/10/21 at 1:02 pm


A French nun who is Europe's oldest person has survived Covid-19, just days before her 117th birthday.

Lucile Randon, who took the name of Sister Andre in 1944, tested positive for coronavirus on 16 January but didn't develop any symptoms.

She told local media she "didn't even realise I had it".

She isolated separately from other residents in her retirement home in Toulon, southern France, but is now considered fully recovered.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-56005488

Wow. :o That is quite something.

Subject: Europe's oldest person survives Covid just before 117th birthday

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/21 at 3:27 am


A French nun who is Europe's oldest person has survived Covid-19, just days before her 117th birthday.

Lucile Randon, who took the name of Sister Andre in 1944, tested positive for coronavirus on 16 January but didn't develop any symptoms.

She told local media she "didn't even realise I had it".

She isolated separately from other residents in her retirement home in Toulon, southern France, but is now considered fully recovered.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-56005488

Wow. :o That is quite something.
And it is her 117th birthday today!

Subject: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/21 at 3:31 am


The World Health Organization says the official name for the disease caused by the new coronavirus will be Covid-2019. "We now have a name for the disease and it's Covid-19," WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told reporters in Geneva. It comes after the death toll from the virus passed 1,000. Tens of thousands of people have been infected. The word coronavirus refers to the group of viruses it belongs to, rather than the latest strain.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-51466362
It was this day February 11th last year, that the World Health Organization (WHO) names the disease COVID-19.

Subject: Kent virus variant 'to sweep the world'

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/21 at 4:02 am

The coronavirus variant which was first detected in Kent last year is set to become the world's dominant strain, according to the head of the UK's genetic surveillance programme. Prof Sharon Peacock told the BBC's Newscast podcast the new variant has "swept the country" and "it's going to sweep the world, in all probability". The Kent variant was originally detected in September 2020 and has since been found in more than 50 countries. But Prof Peacock said vaccines approved for use in the UK appeared to work well against the existing variants of the virus in the country. You can read more about coronavirus variations and mutations here, and take a look at the science behind the changes.

Subject: Re: Europe's oldest person survives Covid just before 117th birthday

Written By: Howard on 02/11/21 at 5:15 am


And it is her 117th birthday today!


Happy Birthday to her. :)

Subject: Re: Coronavirus disease named Covid-19

Written By: Howard on 02/11/21 at 5:16 am


It was this day February 11th last year, that the World Health Organization (WHO) names the disease COVID-19.


can't believe it's a year.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/21 at 5:16 am


can't believe it's a year.  :o
I can remember having family discussions at that time, saying what the heck is going on!

Subject: Covid vaccine priority for 'severe' asthma

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/21 at 7:36 am

People previously admitted to hospital or needing "continuous or repeated" steroid use because of asthma are to be prioritised for the Covid vaccine.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-56012530

Subject: Vaccinations top one million in Scotland

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/21 at 8:17 am

More than one million people have now received a first dose of a coronavirus vaccine in Scotland, the country's first minister has said.

Speaking at her daily briefing, Nicola Sturgeon says that as of 08.30 this morning, 1,048,747 people in Scotland had received their first dose.

That is an increase of 63,178 since yesterday - a record number of daily vaccinations in the country.

More than 23% of the country's adult population has now been vaccinated, she says.

The first minister says the fact more than a million people have now received a first dose in this weather is a "heroic achievement".

It comes after Scotland's health secretary told BBC Scotland that the vaccination programme will have to be scaled back soon because supplies are set to take a dip.

Jeane Freeman said all four UK nations will see a drop because of work being carried out by Pfizer - the manufacturer of one of the approved vaccines.

Subject: Africa advised to stick with AstraZeneca vaccine

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/21 at 9:14 am

Most countries in Africa should still roll out the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine, despite concerns over its use against a coronavirus variant that emerged in South Africa, the continent’s health agency says.

"We will not be walking away from AstraZeneca vaccines at all," John Nkengasong, director of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC), said.

The variant had now been found in six other African countries - Botswana, Comoros, Ghana, Kenya, Mozambique and Zambia, Dr Nkengasong said.

But with no evidence that it was dominant in any of those countries, he advised them and other African nations to still use the vaccine.

South Africa has delayed the start of its vaccination campaign, which was due to start this week.

The decision was taken after a trial on around 2,000 healthy, young people with an average age of 31 showed the AstraZeneca jabs offered "minimal protection" against mild and moderate cases of the new variant.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK deaths rise by 678

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/21 at 12:03 pm

A further 678 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test, according to the latest government figures, which were tweeted by Public Health England. It takes the death toll by that measure to 115,529.

There were also a further 13,494 cases reported.

On Wednesday, 1,001 deaths and 13,013 cases were reported.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Covid hotel quarantine booking site taken down

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/11/21 at 5:31 pm

A new booking system for England's hotel quarantine scheme was taken offline minutes after it launched.

The portal, set up as part of efforts to control new Covid variants entering the country, is "undergoing work to correct a minor technical issue".

The Department of Health said the portal would be open "well before" the scheme comes into effect on Monday.

Officials are expecting to have the website back up and running by 10:00 GMT on Friday, the BBC has been told.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56028791

Subject: Covid: Extra 1.7m vulnerable added to shielding list

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/21 at 11:49 am

There is to be a large expansion of the number of people being asked to shield in England, the government has announced.

An extra 1.7 million people are expected to be added to the 2.3 million already on the list.

Half the group have not yet been vaccinated so will now be prioritised urgently by their local GPs.

It comes after a new model was developed that takes into account extra factors rather than just health.

This calculation includes things such as ethnicity, deprivation (by postcode) and weight to work out a person's risk of becoming seriously ill if they were to catch Covid.

It also looks at age, underlying health issues and prescribed medications.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-56086965

Subject: Another new coronavirus variant found in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/21 at 12:01 pm

Scientists have identified another new variant of coronavirus in the UK with some potentially troubling mutations.

B.1.525 appears similar to the South African variant which prompted door-to-door tests in areas where it has been found.

Researchers from Edinburgh University have found 33 cases so far in samples dating back to December.

It has been seen in other countries too, including Denmark, Nigeria and the US.

UK experts are studying it to understand what risk it poses.

It is too soon to say if it should be added to the UK's list of "variants of concern" and whether mass testing for it should happen.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 02/16/21 at 12:39 pm

We have our first case of that variant here in Rhode Island.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/21 at 12:51 pm


We have our first case of that variant here in Rhode Island.
Take care.

I have lost count on how variants the UK has now.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/21 at 12:55 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/553C/production/_117002812_uk_card_with_vax_16feb-nc.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 02/16/21 at 1:04 pm


Take care.


Thanks and same to you.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/16/21 at 1:11 pm


Thanks and same to you.
O0

Subject: Covid: Seven symptoms should trigger virus test, study says

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/21 at 7:07 am

Researchers want the government to add fatigue, headache, sore throat and diarrhoea to the existing three symptoms which trigger a Covid test.

Currently, anyone with a cough, fever or loss of smell or taste qualifies.

Testing for these additional symptoms could pick up 40% more cases, King's College London and the Zoe Symptom Study app have suggested.

However, this would mean many more people who don't have the virus being tested.

A Department of Health and Social Care spokesperson said: "An expert scientific group keeps the symptoms of Covid-19 under review.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/help-56096264

Subject: Netherlands preparing legislation to keep night curfew

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/21 at 7:31 am

The Netherlands is preparing legislation that would allow it to keep its night curfew.

It comes after a court in The Hague ruled the curfew should be lifted as it breaches the right to free movement.

A higher court then ruled the curfew could stay in place pending an appeal on Friday.

The 21:00 to 04:30 curfew, which was imposed by emergency law, led to rioting in several Dutch cities.

Prime Minister Mark Rutte and the country’s top health officials say the curfew is needed to soften a third wave they warn could be on the way.

The legislation has to go through both houses of parliament before an appeals hearing which is scheduled for Monday.

Curfews have been widely used in Europe to restrict movement. France has had a nightly curfew from 18:00 but has stopped short of imposing a third lockdown. Greece has also imposed curfews, as have Spain and Italy.

Subject: Former Zanzibar VP dies weeks after contracting Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/21 at 7:33 am

Maalim Seif Sharif Hamad, the first vice-president of Tanzania’s semi-autonomous islands of Zanzibar, has died at the age of 77 - a few weeks after contracting coronavirus.

He had been receiving treatment at a hospital in Dar es Salaam. Tanzania's President John Magufuli has offered his condolences in a tweet.

A few weeks ago the president warned health officials against acquiring Covid-19 vaccines, saying - without giving evidence - that they could harm the population.

Subject: Cases on rise again in Poland after restrictions eased

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/21 at 7:50 am

Poland reported 8,694 new coronavirus cases in the previous 24 hours - the highest number since 14 January. The number of new infections was 68% higher than the previous day.

On Tuesday, Poland’s health minister Adam Niedzielski said the epidemic is back on the rise again following the recent easing of restrictions.

On Friday, Poland allowed ski slopes to reopen, with cinemas, theatres and hotels also allowed to open at half capacity.

More than 20,000 tourists flocked to the country’s main ski resort, Zakopane, over the weekend and attended street parties, with many people failing to maintain social distance or wear the mandatory facemasks.

Government officials have said the restrictions would be reinstated if new infections continue to rise substantially.

On Wednesday, Poland reported 279 virus-related deaths, up 42% on Tuesday. The country, with a population of 38 million, has reported a total of 1,605,372 cases and 41,308 deaths.

Poland is among the EU countries with the fastest vaccination rates. To date, 2.23 million people - about 5.9% of the population - have been vaccinated, with 691,380 of those already receiving both doses.

Subject: UK variant spreading fast in Germany

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/21 at 8:16 am

The UK variant of coronavirus is spreading fast in Germany and is expected to become the dominant strain, the country’s health minister said this morning.

German scientists don’t sequence every positive test result but, in those which were analysed, Jens Spahn said more than a fifth were caused by the variant identified in Kent and the rate appeared to be doubling every week.

Spahn - who has announced that citizens will be able to access free fast tests in chemists and test centres from 1 March - said that the country’s vaccination programme was now gaining momentum.

More than 4.4 million doses have been administered, with 2% of the population having been fully inoculated with a second jab.

In response to reports that some medical staff are refusing to take the AstraZeneca vaccine because of concerns about side effects, Spahn said that all approved vaccines were safe and effective.

He added that similar reactions, which were expected, had been reported with the second dose of the Pfizer vaccine.

Subject: Covid-19: World's first human trials given green light in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/21 at 9:57 am

Healthy, young volunteers will be infected with coronavirus to test vaccines and treatments in the world's first Covid-19 "human challenge" study, which will take place in the UK.

The study, which has received ethics approval, will start in the next few weeks and recruit 90 people aged 18-30.

They will be exposed to the virus in a safe and controlled environment while medics monitor their health.

The UK has given doses of a Covid vaccine to more than 15 million people.

Human challenge studies have played a vital role in pushing the development of treatments for a number of diseases, including malaria, typhoid, cholera and flu.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-56097088

Subject: Re: UK variant spreading fast in Germany

Written By: nally on 02/17/21 at 11:03 am


The UK variant of coronavirus is spreading fast in Germany and is expected to become the dominant strain, the country’s health minister said this morning.

German scientists don’t sequence every positive test result but, in those which were analysed, Jens Spahn said more than a fifth were caused by the variant identified in Kent and the rate appeared to be doubling every week.

Spahn - who has announced that citizens will be able to access free fast tests in chemists and test centres from 1 March - said that the country’s vaccination programme was now gaining momentum.

More than 4.4 million doses have been administered, with 2% of the population having been fully inoculated with a second jab.

In response to reports that some medical staff are refusing to take the AstraZeneca vaccine because of concerns about side effects, Spahn said that all approved vaccines were safe and effective.

He added that similar reactions, which were expected, had been reported with the second dose of the Pfizer vaccine.


At least one "UK variant" has been spreading in the US as well. :o

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/21 at 11:27 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 02/17/21 at 12:34 pm

The US has surpassed 500,000 deaths according to Worldometers.  :-[

Subject: Half a million COVID deaths in the U.S.?

Written By: nally on 02/17/21 at 12:56 pm


The US has surpassed 500,000 deaths according to Worldometers.  :-[

Oh
em
gee. :o :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 02/17/21 at 2:18 pm

Let’s see if we have a wave in Texas after all these people without power or heat have to congregate and share living spaces to stay warm.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/21 at 2:39 pm


Let’s see if we have a wave in Texas after all these people without power or heat have to congregate and share living spaces to stay warm.
Please do not let it happen!

Subject: UK PM to focus on 'data not dates' in lockdown easing

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/21 at 2:40 pm

The prime minister has stressed England will ease its coronavirus restrictions "cautiously" and it is "absolutely right" to take a "data not dates" approach to leaving lockdown. Boris Johnson's comments come just days before he is expected to set out a road map on Monday for easing measures. He said relaxation of measures would be done in "stages" and that the reopening of hospitality was one of the last things to return after the first lockdown. Speaking at a mass vaccination centre in Cwmbran, south Wales, Mr Johnson said the government wanted to be "going one way from now on, based on the incredible vaccination rollout".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 02/17/21 at 3:30 pm


The US has surpassed 500,000 deaths according to Worldometers.  :-[


That is so depressing.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 02/17/21 at 9:57 pm

I feel like the vaccines are really helping out with flattening the curve! A few weeks ago, there were around 24.1 Million active cases, and now we are down to 22.6 Million!

Also, thanks to Joe Biden's mask-mandating policy, it really does help out with slowing down daily new cases too!

Subject: Re: Half a million COVID deaths in the U.S.?

Written By: nally on 02/17/21 at 11:09 pm


I feel like the vaccines are really helping out with flattening the curve! A few weeks ago, there were around 24.1 Million active cases, and now we are down to 22.6 Million!

Also, thanks to Joe Biden's mask-mandating policy, it really does help out with slowing down daily new cases too!

Yeah, it is a step in the right direction. O0

Once we can all get vaccinated, that should help some more.

Subject: Re: Half a million COVID deaths in the U.S.?

Written By: nally on 02/18/21 at 2:06 pm


The US has surpassed 500,000 deaths according to Worldometers.  :-
Oh
em
gee. :o :\'(

That is so depressing.  :\'(


However, I looked at CNN this morning and the total number of deaths was listed at 490,000 and change.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 02/19/21 at 3:43 am


I feel like the vaccines are really helping out with flattening the curve! A few weeks ago, there were around 24.1 Million active cases, and now we are down to 22.6 Million!

Also, thanks to Joe Biden's mask-mandating policy, it really does help out with slowing down daily new cases too!


Joe Biden did say that people should wear the masks for 100 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 02/19/21 at 3:39 pm

Carlos just got his first dose of the Pfizer vaccine today.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 02/19/21 at 4:04 pm


Carlos just got his first dose of the Pfizer vaccine today.


Cat


Good news.

Subject: Re: Half a million COVID deaths in the U.S.?

Written By: nally on 02/19/21 at 5:22 pm


Joe Biden did say that people should wear the masks for 100 days.

I think that's one thing he's implementing during his first 100 days in office. Or maybe I misunderstood?

Subject: Re: UK PM to focus on 'data not dates' in lockdown easing

Written By: nally on 02/19/21 at 5:24 pm


Carlos just got his first dose of the Pfizer vaccine today.


Cat

Good news.

Good news indeed. O0


My dad is going to get his vaccine this weekend (I think). My mom got hers a couple weeks ago and has an appointment for her second one next month.

Subject: Re: Half a million COVID deaths in the U.S.?

Written By: Howard on 02/20/21 at 3:30 pm


I think that's one thing he's implementing during his first 100 days in office. Or maybe I misunderstood?



I think you're right.

Subject: Re: Half a million COVID deaths in the U.S.?

Written By: nally on 02/20/21 at 5:05 pm



I think you're right.

Yeah. Hopefully it'll help to curb the number of cases while people of all age groups wait to get vaccinated.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/21 at 2:57 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/12305/production/_117110547_af3c1720-80bb-4299-8457-9196fb68cbb8.jpg

The figures for the UK deaths, cases, and those in hospital are on a downward trend, with the vaccinations on the up.

But the strains of the virus are still around.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK PM to announce lockdown exit plan

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/21 at 6:06 am

The prime minister will announce later how England's third national lockdown will end - but those hoping for a quick return to the pub may be disappointed. All schools in England are set to reopen on 8 March, with a few days' flexibility built in. At the same time, two people will be allowed to meet outside in public - for example, for a picnic in a park. Currently, two people can only meet for exercise. By 29 March up to six people, or two households, will be allowed to meet outdoors, including in gardens, it is understood. Grassroots sport will also restart. However, Boris Johnson has said the reopening will be "cautious" and will depend on four conditions - including the vaccination programme and any new variants.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Vaccine booed at Australian Open

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/21 at 6:21 am

Australia's government has criticised fans at the Australian Open for booing the mention of the Covid-19 vaccine rollout. The booing happened during the awards ceremony at the men's final. Australia is just beginning its national inoculation programme and Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack called the crowd's behaviour "disgusting". While the vaccine has broad support in Australia, it has also sparked protests. On Saturday, small crowds of anti-vaccination demonstrators marched in cities including Melbourne and Sydney.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Five more French rugby players test positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/21 at 9:30 am

France rugby union captain Charles Ollivon will miss Sunday's Six Nations match against Scotland after testing positive for coronavirus.

Four other players - Brice Dulin, Cyril Baille, Romain Taofifenua and Peato Mauvaka - have also tested positive.

The French Rugby Federation says two members of backroom staff are also considered "suspicious cases" after their tests.

The players and staff involved will return home to isolate and the rest of the side will return to training on Wednesday with testing taking place every 24 hours.

In total, 10 France players have tested positive so far. Some are already isolating after returning positive tests last week.

Head coach Fabien Galthie and assistant William Servat also tested positive earlier this week and have been isolating.

BBC rugby union correspondent Chris Jones says the Six Nations is now under pressure to act as the game is very much in the balance.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/21 at 9:33 am


The prime minister will announce later how England's third national lockdown will end - but those hoping for a quick return to the pub may be disappointed. All schools in England are set to reopen on 8 March, with a few days' flexibility built in. At the same time, two people will be allowed to meet outside in public - for example, for a picnic in a park. Currently, two people can only meet for exercise. By 29 March up to six people, or two households, will be allowed to meet outdoors, including in gardens, it is understood. Grassroots sport will also restart. However, Boris Johnson has said the reopening will be "cautious" and will depend on four conditions - including the vaccination programme and any new variants.
...Boris is about to speak!

Subject: Covid vaccine confidentiality offer for HIV patients

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/21 at 9:37 am

People living with HIV in England can now choose to have their Covid vaccine through specialist clinics, without notifying their GP.

NHS England has updated its guidance for people not comfortable with sharing their status.

Everyone with HIV should be in vaccine priority groups four or six, and offered a jab by mid-April at the latest.

But campaigners have worried stigma will cause some to miss out.

The updated guidance, obtained by the i newspaper, follows the lead of NHS Wales, which put the same measures in place last week.

Head of leading HIV charity the Terrence Higgins Trust, Ian Green, says: "This is great news and the right decision from the NHS as it means people living with HIV will be able to take up the potentially life-saving Covid-19 vaccine at their earliest opportunity."

Subject: UK to reopen shops and gyms in England on 12 April

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/21 at 10:09 am

Shops, hairdressers, gyms and outdoor hospitality will reopen on 12 April in England if strict conditions are met, under plans being set out by the PM.

Up to six people from separate households could be able to meet in beer gardens from that date.

The new four-step plan to ease lockdown could see all legal limits on social contact lifted by 21 June.

It requires four tests on vaccines, infection rates and new coronavirus variants to be met at each stage.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson told MPs the plan aimed to be "cautious but irreversible" and at every stage decisions would be led by "data not dates".

But he warned there was "no credible route to a zero-Covid Britain nor indeed a zero-Covid world".

It comes as the first data on the UK's coronavirus vaccine rollout suggests it is having a "spectacular" impact on stopping serious illness.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56158405

Subject: What's in PM's lockdown roadmap step one?

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/21 at 10:11 am

Boris Johnson says the lockdown will be eased in four steps with a minimum of five weeks between each step.

Step one is in two parts:

On 8 March
# all students return to schools and colleges, and school clubs can resume
# Secondary school students will be required to wear masks in class as well as communal areas
# People can meet one other person outside for recreation, not just exercise
# Care home residents allowed one regular named visitor
# Stay at home order remains in place.

29 March
#Outdoor gatherings of up to six people or two households allowed, including meeting in private gardens
#Outdoor sports facilities such as tennis and basketball courts and outdoor swimming pools allowed to reopen; organised outdoor sports can resume
# Stay at home order ends but people encouraged to stay local wherever they can
# Work from home wherever possible
# No overseas travel.

The second step from 12 April would see major parts of the economy permitted to reopen:
# Non-essential retail opens, hairdressers and public buildings like libraries and museums
# Outdoor settings like alcohol takeaways, beer gardens, zoos and theme parks
# Indoor leisure like swimming pools and gyms
# Self-contained holiday accommodation, such as self-catering lets and camp sites

Step 3 will happen no earlier than 17 May
# Outdoors most social contact rules lifted, up to limit of 30 people
# Mixing indoors allowed for two households, but rule-of-six for indoor hospitality and elsewhere
# Cinemas, soft play centres, rest of accommodation sector, hotels, indoor exercise classes return
# Performances and sporting events resume - larger performances with venues 1,000+ or half full will be allowed indoors and outdoors 4,000 capacity or half full (whichever lowest)
# In very largest outdoor seated venues such as football stadiums up to 10,000 people allowed to attend (or 1/4 full whichever is lowest)
# Up to 30 people can attend weddings, receptions, funerals, wakes.

Subject: As for me?

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/21 at 10:13 am


Boris Johnson says the lockdown will be eased in four steps with a minimum of five weeks between each step.

Step one is in two parts:

On 8 March
# all students return to schools and colleges, and school clubs can resume
# Secondary school students will be required to wear masks in class as well as communal areas
# People can meet one other person outside for recreation, not just exercise
# Care home residents allowed one regular named visitor
# Stay at home order remains in place.

29 March
#Outdoor gatherings of up to six people or two households allowed, including meeting in private gardens
#Outdoor sports facilities such as tennis and basketball courts and outdoor swimming pools allowed to reopen; organised outdoor sports can resume
# Stay at home order ends but people encouraged to stay local wherever they can
# Work from home wherever possible
# No overseas travel.
When do I start to go out, the vulnerable stay at home?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 02/22/21 at 11:31 am


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The figures for the UK deaths, cases, and those in hospital are on a downward trend, with the vaccinations on the up.

But the strains of the virus are still around.


Absolutely right. Even in the US, the cases have been on a downward trend, thanks in part to the vaccinations, but the strains are very much around here as well.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 02/22/21 at 11:32 am


Good news indeed. O0


My dad is going to get his vaccine this weekend (I think). My mom got hers a couple weeks ago and has an appointment for her second one next month.

Yesterday afternoon is when my dad got his first vaccination.

Now both of my parents have appointments for their second doses next month.

Subject: 'Small family funeral' for Capt Sir Tom Moore

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/21 at 12:40 pm

A "small family funeral" for Captain Sir Tom Moore will take place on Saturday, as his daughters urged the public to support the NHS by staying at home. The 100-year-old Army veteran, who raised almost £33m for NHS charities by walking laps of his garden, died in Bedford Hospital on 2 February after testing positive for Covid-19. Under the current rules, the funeral will be attended by eight members of Capt Sir Tom's immediate family - his two daughters, Lucy Teixeira and Hannah Ingram-Moore, four grandchildren and his sons-in-laws. Members of the Armed Forces will perform ceremonial duties at the funeral.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/21 at 1:46 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Howard on 02/22/21 at 2:46 pm


Yesterday afternoon is when my dad got his first vaccination.

Now both of my parents have appointments for their second doses next month.


I'm still waiting to get mine.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 02/22/21 at 3:14 pm


I'm still waiting to get mine.

So am I. My age group has not been given the OK yet. Hopefully by Easter we might get it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/21 at 3:16 pm


So am I. My age group has not been given the OK yet. Hopefully by Easter we might get it.
In the UK, it is hoped to have every adult vaccinated by the end of July this year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 02/22/21 at 3:18 pm


In the UK, it is hoped to have every adult vaccinated by the end of July this year.

That's good. I wish it was like that for the US.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest on Europe's pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/21 at 6:01 am

France is worried about a new infection hotspot – the northern port city of Dunkirk. The infection rate there is more than 900 per 100,000 inhabitants, so a local lockdown is now being considered. On Monday the focus was on Nice, a southern resort city, where the rate is above 700. A weekend lockdown has been imposed there and in nearby areas. These surges have been blamed on the highly contagious English variant. France is trying to avoid a third national lockdown.

In Italy the new government led by Prime Minister Mario Draghi has extended until 27 March a ban on travel between Italy’s regions, to curb the virus spread. The new decree also extends a restriction on private visits: no more than two adults and children under 14 can visit another person’s home.

EU Europe ministers are discussing how to ease the current border restrictions, which violate the spirit of free movement in the EU. The European Commission has complained to Germany about its border controls, saying they go too far. But Germany is frustrated its infection rates are declining too slowly, or not at all. Belgium, Hungary and three Nordic countries received such complaints previously from the commission.

The Czech government has ordered the wearing of FFP2 respirator masks from Thursday in shops and on public transport. The government will distribute millions of the masks via food banks to people who cannot afford them. They block more particles than ordinary masks.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Excess deaths fall, but still above usual levels

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/21 at 6:41 am

In the week of 12 February, there were 17,136 deaths registered in the UK - down on the previous week (by 1,710) but still 26% above usual levels.

That is an improvement in the number of excess deaths – down from 38% to 26%.

The figures - for the UK - show there were 6,113 deaths involving Covid, down 22% on the previous week.

Meanwhile, the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics for England and Wales suggest that deaths of care home residents are falling faster than for the rest of the population.

In the second week of February, there were just under 1,500 deaths of people who live in care homes that involve coronavirus – down by about 33% on the previous week.

By comparison, Covid deaths among people who do not live in care homes fell by about 18% to 4,200 in a week.

Subject: Scotland's roadmap out of lockdown unveiled

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/21 at 9:32 am

The reopening of Scotland's economy - including shops, bars, restaurants, gyms and hairdressers - is expected to start in the last week of April, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced.

She said there would be a "progressive easing" of restrictions before then, with four people from two households allowed to meet outdoors from 15 March.

All primary and more secondary school pupils could return from that date.

It is hoped to lift the stay at home restriction on 5 April.

Ms Sturgeon said it would be necessary to "rely very heavily" on restrictions to suppress the virus for "a bit longer".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-56170916

Subject: South Africa Covid-19 variant detected in NI

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/21 at 9:43 am

The first three confirmed cases of the South African variant of Covid-19 have been detected in Northern Ireland, the nation's health minister, Robin Swann, says.

"I have previously been clear that identification of a confirmed case or cases of this variant in Northern Ireland was inevitable at some point," he says.

"This development does not mean that this variant is going to become the most prevalent or the dominant strain in Northern Ireland.

"However, it does underline once again the very real need for continuing caution in relation to Covid-19."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Further 548 UK deaths reported

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/21 at 10:41 am

A further 548 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive Covid test, official figures show. There were also another 8,489 cases reported.

This compares to 799 deaths and 10,625 cases reported last Tuesday.

The figures also show the total number of people to have received the first dose of a vaccine has now reached 17,916,181 - a rise of 192,341 since yesterday.

Subject: Infection in Nigerian state 'may top Africa's official total'

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/21 at 12:35 pm

A Covid-19 antibodies survey in Nigeria suggests four million people in Lagos state alone have had the virus - more than has been officially recorded for the whole of Africa.

The official figure for Nigeria is 153,000 cases with 1,862 deaths.

The study was done on 10,000 people from four Nigerian states to estimate the extent of coronavirus in Africa's most populous nation.

It was conducted in September and October - before a second wave began in early December.

Nigeria recorded its highest daily infection rate in January, when it logged 1,600 new cases, suggesting many more people were infected in the second wave.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/21 at 3:28 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/9873/production/_117172093_uk_card_with_vax_23feb-nc.png

Subject: Vaccines 'working well' against new UK variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/21 at 6:11 am

Data suggests the current coronavirus vaccines being used in the UK are "working well" against the new UK variant, says a leading virologist.

Professor Wendy Barclay, head of the department of infectious disease at Imperial College London, is talking about the B1.1.7 strain, first discovered in Kent.

She tells the Science and Technology Committee: "There has been some concern that the variant is different than the original strain against which the vaccines were generated, but the good numbers... really give us some reassurance, which can be backed up now in laboratory studies, that this variant is still susceptible to the vaccine."

Prof Barclay says: "Now that we're seeing good numbers in the field with the vaccine says that at least for this variant, the vaccines remain efficacious and are working well."

Subject: Covid: WHO scheme Covax delivers first vaccines

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/21 at 6:50 am

Ghana has become the first country to receive coronavirus vaccines through the Covax vaccine-sharing initiative.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-56180161

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 02/24/21 at 7:16 am

We have heard about the Kent variant and the South African one. Have a guess approximately how many different variants of Covid 19 there are world wide?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/21 at 7:20 am


We have heard about the Kent variant and the South African one. Have a guess approximately how many different variants of Covid 19 there are world wide?
At least one more from Brazil?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 02/24/21 at 7:35 am


At least one more from Brazil?


Try again. I’ll give you a clue. There are more than ten

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/21 at 7:40 am


Try again. I’ll give you a clue. There are more than ten
Crikey, mutation is getting out of hand!

...stay indoors!

Subject: Re: Covid: WHO scheme Covax delivers first vaccines

Written By: nally on 02/24/21 at 11:24 am


Crikey, mutation is getting out of hand!

...stay indoors!

which is what I intend to do for the most part myself. If I have to go out, I put on my facemask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 02/24/21 at 12:43 pm


Crikey, mutation is getting out of hand!

...stay indoors!


Perhaps I had better not say how many I heard there were - you would never leave the house again!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/21 at 1:04 pm


Perhaps I had better not say how many I heard there were - you would never leave the house again!
Please do not say, not anyone to say!

From the few I know of, I am limiting my outgoings.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/21 at 1:56 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/683F/production/_117178662_covidcases.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 02/24/21 at 2:54 pm

The U.S. just topped 500,000 deaths.  :\'(

Subject: Half a million COVID deaths in the U.S. (official)

Written By: nally on 02/24/21 at 4:37 pm


The U.S. just topped 500,000 deaths.  :\'(

:\'( :\'(

At least the rate of overall cases seems to be going down a bit, due in part to vaccines being available. But people seems to still be dying from it.

Meanwhile, some schools are gradually reopening, but to limited capacities, in order to maintain social distancing. I'm glad I'm long since done with school.

Subject: BREAKING: People in England testing positive down 21%

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/21 at 6:10 am

A total of 84,310 people tested positive for Covid-19 in England at least once in the week up to 17 February, according to the latest Test and Trace figures.

This is down 21% on the previous week - and is the lowest number since the week up to 30 September.

Subject: Re: Half a million COVID deaths in the U.S. (official)

Written By: Howard on 02/25/21 at 7:21 am


:\'( :\'(

At least the rate of overall cases seems to be going down a bit, due in part to vaccines being available. But people seems to still be dying from it.

Meanwhile, some schools are gradually reopening, but to limited capacities, in order to maintain social distancing. I'm glad I'm long since done with school.


If this happened 30 years ago when I was still in High School, situations would've been crazy. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/21 at 7:27 am


If this happened 30 years ago when I was still in High School, situations would've been crazy. :o
If so, we did not have the Internet in our home, so there would not be any working from home, no Zoom meeting,, and no real instant communications, or news coverage. It would be post or phone only.

Subject: BREAKING: UK's Covid alert level reduced to second highest

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/21 at 10:42 am

The UK's four chief medical officers have agreed the Covid-19 alert level should move from five - its highest - down to four.

It comes as the risk of the NHS being overwhelmed within 21 days "has receded".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Situation in parts of France 'worrying'

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/21 at 12:06 pm

The situation in some parts of France is “worrying,” French Prime Minister Jean Castex has said.

Speaking during a televised address, he said about 20 regional departments - including the entire greater Paris region - should consider partial weekend lockdowns such as the one currently in place in Nice.

"The health situation in our country has worsened over recent days. Yesterday we reported over 30,000 positive cases, a figure we haven’t recorded since last November,” he said.

He warned that the virus had been gaining ground over the past week and said time was needed to give the vaccination campaign to have an effect.

However he said a country-wide lockdown is not on the cards.

France has recorded 3,721,061 cases and 85,473 deaths since the pandemic began.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fall in seven-day averages for UK cases and deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/21 at 1:03 pm

While daily totals for Covid figures in the UK can fluctuate due to delays in reporting around the weekend, the seven-day averages give us a fair impression of the current situation. The seven-day average for deaths in the UK is 383, after a further 323 were reported yesterday.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/2/25/a747408f-10d1-41c2-819f-3c247c73cb08.png

For cases, the seven-day average is now 10,189, after a further 9,985 positive tests were recorded yesterday.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/2/25/cba1ec5e-92e6-4e84-89dd-8b18f12f559e.png

Meanwhile, the latest available data suggests there are currently more than 16,000 people in hospital with Covid.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/2/25/fc3de0bf-1a4a-4dd0-83f3-461e3f0cb0fa.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 02/25/21 at 2:18 pm


If so, we did not have the Internet in our home, so there would not be any working from home, no Zoom meeting,, and no real instant communications, or news coverage. It would be post or phone only.



Just Thank God for the internet.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/21 at 2:24 pm



Just Thank God for the internet.
Over the past year, I have been reflecting on the various job positions I had in my career, and how I could be possiblity be affected if the pandemic had hit the world then. Three of my jobs I would had been furloughed, two positions I could had carried on but do not fancy the travel on public transport, and one job I could had worked from home.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/25/21 at 3:49 pm


Perhaps I had better not say how many I heard there were - you would never leave the house again!
Currently watching on the BBC2 "Coronavirus: What We Know Now", is the answer 37?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 02/26/21 at 7:01 am


Currently watching on the BBC2 "Coronavirus: What We Know Now", is the answer 37?


I didn’t watch the programme, but that is not the answer I heard. You need to multiply that by 100  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 02/26/21 at 8:24 am


Currently watching on the BBC2 "Coronavirus: What We Know Now", is the answer 37?


I was watching a Coronavirus special on Netflix.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 02/26/21 at 8:26 am

Health Canada has approved the AstraZeneca/Oxford University vaccine, at last! It is judged to be 62.1% effective.

I think the J&J approval is going to come down soon too. Fingers crossed!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Situation in parts of France 'worrying'

Written By: nally on 02/26/21 at 7:18 pm


Over the past year, I have been reflecting on the various job positions I had in my career, and how I could be possiblity be affected if the pandemic had hit the world then. Three of my jobs I would had been furloughed, two positions I could had carried on but do not fancy the travel on public transport, and one job I could had worked from home.

Wow. :o

Likewise for me, if it had occurred at any time in the 2000s, during which time I was an undergrad student for the most part, it would have affected my academic life (and possibly my commute) in more ways than one.

Subject: Covid-19: Another new variant added to UK watch list

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/21 at 12:46 pm

Scientists have identified 16 cases of another new variant of coronavirus in the UK.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-56284155

Subject: Coronavirus infection levels continue to drop in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/05/21 at 8:20 am

Levels of coronavirus infections in the UK have continued to fall, Office for National Statistics data shows.

The figures, for the seven days up to 27 February, reveal around 280,000 people in the community with the virus.

It suggests that the number infected has fallen by about a third in the most recent week of data.

Infection have also dropped in the over 70s age group in England, potentially as a result of the vaccine rollout, say experts.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-56292039

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Henk on 03/06/21 at 3:37 am

As some of you may know, I have contracted corona/covid-19 as well, about three weeks ago. Luckily I have only had minor symptoms, and have since made a full recovery.

Unfortunately, I have also infected my brother and sister. My sister is on the mend by now, but my brother also contracted pneumonia and is currently in the ICU where he is kept in a medically induced coma. We hope and pray for a speedy recovery.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/06/21 at 7:12 am


As some of you may know, I have contracted corona/covid-19 as well, about three weeks ago. Luckily I have only had minor symptoms, and have since made a full recovery.

Unfortunately, I have also infected my brother and sister. My sister is on the mend by now, but my brother also contracted pneumonia and is currently in the ICU where he is kept in a medically induced coma. We hope and pray for a speedy recovery.


Good to hear you're on the mend.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/06/21 at 8:36 am


As some of you may know, I have contracted corona/covid-19 as well, about three weeks ago. Luckily I have only had minor symptoms, and have since made a full recovery.

Unfortunately, I have also infected my brother and sister. My sister is on the mend by now, but my brother also contracted pneumonia and is currently in the ICU where he is kept in a medically induced coma. We hope and pray for a speedy recovery.


Fingers crossed for your brother.

Subject: Re: Coronavirus infection levels continue to drop in the UK

Written By: nally on 03/06/21 at 12:02 pm


As some of you may know, I have contracted corona/covid-19 as well, about three weeks ago. Luckily I have only had minor symptoms, and have since made a full recovery.

Unfortunately, I have also infected my brother and sister. My sister is on the mend by now, but my brother also contracted pneumonia and is currently in the ICU where he is kept in a medically induced coma. We hope and pray for a speedy recovery.


Glad to hear you've made a full recovery. O0 Still, I will be praying for all of you.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/06/21 at 2:16 pm


As some of you may know, I have contracted corona/covid-19 as well, about three weeks ago. Luckily I have only had minor symptoms, and have since made a full recovery.

Unfortunately, I have also infected my brother and sister. My sister is on the mend by now, but my brother also contracted pneumonia and is currently in the ICU where he is kept in a medically induced coma. We hope and pray for a speedy recovery.

I'm so sorry about your brother. I hope he bounces back.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 03/06/21 at 2:39 pm

In Canada we are switching to a one-dose strategy. Everyone will receive their first shot, and the second will come 4 months (16 weeks) later. The plan is to vaccinate everyone with at least one dose before Canada Day (July 1st).

My brother (healthcare worker) and father (63 years old) are going to be vaccinated soon. I'm so happy!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: AmericanGirl on 03/06/21 at 6:45 pm


As some of you may know, I have contracted corona/covid-19 as well, about three weeks ago. Luckily I have only had minor symptoms, and have since made a full recovery.

Unfortunately, I have also infected my brother and sister. My sister is on the mend by now, but my brother also contracted pneumonia and is currently in the ICU where he is kept in a medically induced coma. We hope and pray for a speedy recovery.


Glad you're doing better.  Best wishes for your brother, keep us posted.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 03/06/21 at 6:55 pm


As some of you may know, I have contracted corona/covid-19 as well, about three weeks ago. Luckily I have only had minor symptoms, and have since made a full recovery.

Unfortunately, I have also infected my brother and sister. My sister is on the mend by now, but my brother also contracted pneumonia and is currently in the ICU where he is kept in a medically induced coma. We hope and pray for a speedy recovery.



(((((((((((((((((((hugs))))))))))))))))))))



Cat

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fully vaccinated people can gather

Written By: nally on 03/08/21 at 11:06 pm

CDC indicates that fully vaccinated people can gather, amongst other activities:

https://www.npr.org/sections/coronavirus-live-updates/2021/03/08/974783644/cdc-says-its-safe-for-vaccinated-people-to-do-these-activities

The article says that fully vaccinated people can gather with each other indoors "as normal." "Fully vaccinated" is defined as having received your second Covid shot at least 2 weeks in the past.

However, such people should still continue to mask up and social-distance while in public.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fully vaccinated people can gather

Written By: AL-B Mk. III on 03/09/21 at 1:53 am


CDC indicates that fully vaccinated people can gather, amongst other activities:

https://www.npr.org/sections/coronavirus-live-updates/2021/03/08/974783644/cdc-says-its-safe-for-vaccinated-people-to-do-these-activities

The article says that fully vaccinated people can gather with each other indoors "as normal." "Fully vaccinated" is defined as having received your second Covid shot at least 2 weeks in the past.

However, such people should still continue to mask up and social-distance while in public.


Good. The way I see it, once I'm vaccinated then COVID is over as far as I'm concerned. I'll still follow the guidelines for masking and distancing should they be posted but other than that I'm going to go to bars and restaurants and other public activities, just like I did before. The way I see it, everyone else there is going to be vaccinated and if they're not, then they accept the risks and they'll just get it from someone else anyway.

The hermit life is for the birds and I'm over it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fully vaccinated people can gather

Written By: Howard on 03/09/21 at 4:35 am


CDC indicates that fully vaccinated people can gather, amongst other activities:

https://www.npr.org/sections/coronavirus-live-updates/2021/03/08/974783644/cdc-says-its-safe-for-vaccinated-people-to-do-these-activities

The article says that fully vaccinated people can gather with each other indoors "as normal." "Fully vaccinated" is defined as having received your second Covid shot at least 2 weeks in the past.

However, such people should still continue to mask up and social-distance while in public.

I'm looking forward to that day.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/09/21 at 11:20 am

I wish vaccination was a choice. But it’s decided on whether or not you qualify. Most places you have to be at least 65 or be a healthcare worker. The local hospital is only giving it to people age 82 and up. They’re looking at my age group being in the fall sometime but they way it’s going it will keep getting pushed back. The more people die, the fewer vaccines they will need and they can get by cheaper.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 03/09/21 at 11:33 am

I wore two masks today. ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: AL-B Mk. III on 03/09/21 at 12:30 pm


I wore two masks today. ::)


Next week they'll be telling us we should be wearing three.  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 03/09/21 at 12:37 pm


Next week they'll be telling us we should be wearing three.  ;D


That would kill me. It's hard enough I get asthma and then having to wear two or three masks. It's getting ridiculous. But, I have to do it or else.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fully vaccinated people can gather

Written By: nally on 03/09/21 at 12:42 pm


I wore two masks today. ::)

I've been double-masking lately whenever I've had to drive to my office.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/10/21 at 4:21 am


I wore two masks today. ::)


They think two masks help, I tried it but I think I'll stick to just one.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/10/21 at 4:22 am


Next week they'll be telling us we should be wearing three.  ;D

or 4.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fully vaccinated people can gather

Written By: nally on 03/10/21 at 10:28 am


or 4.  ::)

Do you really think that many will be required at the same time?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fully vaccinated people can gather

Written By: Howard on 03/11/21 at 4:19 am


Do you really think that many will be required at the same time?


No, I don't think so.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/11/21 at 6:38 am


Next week they'll be telling us we should be wearing three.  ;D


I think this is where we’re headed.

http://www.dartblog.com/assets_c/2009/09/Full%20Body%20Condom-thumb-275x321.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/12/21 at 7:13 am


I think this is where we’re headed.

http://www.dartblog.com/assets_c/2009/09/Full%20Body%20Condom-thumb-275x321.jpg


That looks like a body condom.  ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fully vaccinated people can gather

Written By: nally on 03/12/21 at 4:39 pm


No, I don't think so.

Me neither.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fully vaccinated people can gather

Written By: nally on 03/16/21 at 3:42 pm

My mom got her second vaccination a week and a half ago, and today my dad's getting his.

My age range is not eligible yet (unless such people have underlying conditions, which I don't), but as soon as we are, I'm gonna make an appointment.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/21 at 5:40 am


My mom got her second vaccination a week and a half ago, and today my dad's getting his.
O0

I am still waiting for my second vaccination.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/21 at 7:59 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/0321/production/_117610800_uk_card_with_vax_17mar-nc.png

All looks to be perfect in the UK, with the fatalities, cases, people in hospital figures are down, and the vaccinations on the up. But the thing to remember is that the virus (with it's many variants) is still out there.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/21 at 9:46 am


We have heard about the Kent variant and the South African one. Have a guess approximately how many different variants of Covid 19 there are world wide?

Perhaps I had better not say how many I heard there were - you would never leave the house again!


The other day I heard the figure (world wide) is around 37,000 variants.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 03/18/21 at 12:04 pm


O0

I am still waiting for my second vaccination.

...and I am still waiting for my first!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 03/18/21 at 12:04 pm


The other day I heard the figure (world wide) is around 37,000 variants.

Oh no!! :o :o

Subject: EU agency says AstraZeneca vaccine is 'safe and effective'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/21 at 12:15 pm

A review by the EU's medicines regulator has concluded the Oxford-AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine is "safe and effective", and its benefits outweigh the risks.

The European Medicines Agency (EMA) conducted its review after 13 EU states suspended use of the vaccine over fears of a link to blood clots.

The EMA found the vaccine was "not associated" with higher risk of clots.

But it said it would continue to study the possibility of such links.

It is up to individual EU countries to decide whether to re-start administering the jab. On Monday, the three largest EU members - Germany, France and Italy - said they were awaiting the results of the EMA investigation before deciding whether to resume their rollout of the jab.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-56440139

Subject: Boris Johnson: I'll be getting the AstraZeneca jab

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/21 at 12:16 pm

Boris Johnson confirms he will be getting the AstraZeneca jab tomorrow.

Turning to supply, he says some disruptions are "inevitable" and confirms the UK will receive fewer vaccines than planned due to a delay in some shipments.

He says the government is still confident of hitting its vaccine targets.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/21 at 12:55 pm

A further 95 people have died within 28 days of a positive Covid test and 6,303 more cases of the virus have been confirmed, according to the UK government's latest daily figures.

Those figures compare with 181 deaths and 6,753 cases reported last Thursday (11 March).

Some 25,735,472 people have now received their first dose of a coronavirus vaccine, and 1,879,054 people have had their second dose.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 03/18/21 at 12:56 pm


A further 95 people have died within 28 days of a positive Covid test and 6,303 more cases of the virus have been confirmed, according to the UK government's latest daily figures.

Those figures compare with 181 deaths and 6,753 cases reported last Thursday (11 March).

Some 25,735,472 people have now received their first dose of a coronavirus vaccine, and 1,879,054 people have had their second dose.


Similarly, the case rates are going down in my neck-of-the-woods as well, thanks to the vaccinations being made available.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/21 at 12:57 pm


Similarly, the case rates are going down in my neck-of-the-woods as well, thanks to the vaccinations being made available.
I hope it is the same for the whole world, but I keep hearing some countries are getting spikes again, including The Philippines.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 03/18/21 at 3:19 pm


The other day I heard the figure (world wide) is around 37,000 variants.


Yes, that was what I heard.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/18/21 at 3:26 pm


O0

I am still waiting for my second vaccination.


Will they call you?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Howard on 03/18/21 at 3:28 pm


A further 95 people have died within 28 days of a positive Covid test and 6,303 more cases of the virus have been confirmed, according to the UK government's latest daily figures.

Those figures compare with 181 deaths and 6,753 cases reported last Thursday (11 March).

Some 25,735,472 people have now received their first dose of a coronavirus vaccine, and 1,879,054 people have had their second dose.


I wonder if we'll pass the number of deaths from 100 years ago?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/21 at 3:30 pm


Will they call you?
Yes indeed. Hopefully the same procedure as my first offer for the vaccination.

Subject: Covid: Paris lockdown as France fears 'third wave'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/18/21 at 4:29 pm

The French capital Paris is set to go into a month-long Covid lockdown as the country fears a third wave.

Another 15 regions in the country will also be placed under the same measures from midnight on Friday.

These measures will not be as strict as the previous lockdown, Prime Minister Jean Castex said, with people allowed to exercise outdoors.

France has recorded 35,000 new cases within the past 24 hours.

Mr Castex said a "third wave" of infections in the country was looking increasingly likely.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-56450880

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/18/21 at 5:06 pm

https://www.9and10news.com/2021/03/18/aspirin-may-lower-covid-19-risk-new-study-finds/

I’ve been waiting for this story for almost a year. I’ve been taking considerable doses of aspirin for the last 8 years to help prevent blood clots. I’ve still had 2 in the last 8 years so I guess it’s been 75% effective on me.

Last summer they said it wasn’t a good idea to use aspirin to prevent severe Covid. I knew better so I now had 2 reasons to keep up on it. But it’s sad they held this information back for so long. All this time we could have saved 40% of people from ICU or death. By something dirt cheap and available everywhere. 40% is huge. Like over 200k just in USA deaths alone.

I expected this sooner or later. And for awhile it will be flying off the shelves. I’ve always kept several months worth plus an emergency bottle at work and in each car. I can’t go without it.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/21 at 1:50 am

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Subject: Rules for shops and garden centres ease in Wales

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/21 at 4:53 am

Supermarkets can sell non-essential items and garden centres open in Wales again from today in a further slight easing of Covid lockdown rules.

They are the latest restrictions to be lifted as Wales' coronavirus case rate has fallen below 50 per 100,000 people and the national Covid positivity rate is below 5% - both under a lockdown threshold.

But shops must have strict Covid protocols in place.

Shops that have already been open, but had non-essential aisles cordoned off, can now sell anything, but shops that only sell non-essential items will remain closed until 12 April.

Garden centres will open their doors to customers for the first time since lockdown began in December.

Meanwhile, First Minister Mark Drakeford has said he wanted to be realistic and warned residents that Wales was not likely to return to normality in 2021.

He described the timetable for ending coronavirus restrictions in England as "at the very optimistic end of the spectrum.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Transport for London bailout extended

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/21 at 8:21 am

Transport for London has accepted a government bailout extension until 18 May.

A further £260m in will be provided over the next seven weeks, plus another £225m dependent on fares income.

The collapse in passenger numbers during the pandemic has decimated TfL's finances and government funding was required to keep services running.

A £1.6bn bailout was agreed in May, followed by a £1.8bn deal in November, which expires at the end of March.

A TfL spokesperson said further financial support and a long-term capital funding deal from the government was "vital".

Subject: India coronavirus: Experts say sharp rise in Covid-19 cases 'alarming'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/21 at 11:12 am

India recorded 260,000 fresh coronavirus cases last week - one of the worst weekly increases since the pandemic began early last year.

The western state of Maharashtra accounts for nearly 70% of the national caseload.

Experts say that poor adherence to safety protocols is driving the surge. Some say new variants could also be a reason, but it isn't established yet.

India has so far recorded more than 11 million cases and 160,000 deaths.

India's caseload began to dip at the start of 2021 with daily infections falling to less than 20,000 from a peak of over 90,000 in September.

But the last few weeks have seen a sharp uptick. While Maharashtra leads the table, several other states - Kerala, Punjab, Karnataka, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Haryana and Madhya Pradesh - are also seeing a rise in cases.

In Mumbai, Maharashtra's capital, officials have said they will roll out random rapid tests in crowded areas such as shopping centres and train stations.

Last week - between 15 and 21 March - India reported 100,000 more cases than the previous week.

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Prominent critical care expert Dr A Fathahudeen, who has treated thousands of Covid patients, says the rise is not surprising.

He adds that "a false notion of optimism" swept the country when the caseload was decreasing at the start of the year.

"People had falsely assumed that India had reached the threshold of herd immunity but that is not the case," he says.

Dr Fathahudeen also believes the start of the vaccination drive contributed to this because people "equated the arrival of the vaccine with normal times".

"The situation is far from normal, in fact it's alarming at the moment. The vaccination drive has to be scaled up massively, and test and trace and isolation protocols have to be strengthened across the country."

More than 40 million people in India have received at least one dose of a coronavirus vaccine so far, but that's less than 4% of the country's population.

The government aims to cover 250 million "priority people" by the end of July.

Although the pace of vaccination has picked up - more than three million people were administered doses in a single day - experts warn that the target could be missed unless the drive is scaled up further.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-56480474

Subject: UK deaths recorded today are lowest since September

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/21 at 12:37 pm

Today's total of 17 further UK deaths recorded, of people who'd tested positive within the previous 28 days of a positive Covid test, is the lowest since 28 September.

On that day - which was also a Monday, when we know there tend to be lower figures because of a lag in weekend reporting - there were 13 deaths.

Over the weekend just gone, there were 96 deaths recorded on Saturday and 33 on Sunday. The overall trend for deaths is a decline in daily numbers.

Subject: Covid: UK marks one year since the first lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/21 at 1:48 am

The UK is marking one year since the first coronavirus lockdown was announced.

On 23 March 2020 Boris Johnson outlined measures to stop the spread of Covid-19. Since then, the UK's official death toll has risen from 364 to 126,172.

With the lockdown have come tough restrictions on socialising, closures of schools, pubs and shops with many rules currently still in place.

A minute's silence will be held at midday as part of a day of reflection.

A year on, Mr Johnson has praised the "great spirit" shown since that moment and he offered his condolences to those who have been bereaved during the pandemic.

People are also being encouraged to stand on their doorsteps at 20:00 GMT with phones, candles and torches to signify a "beacon of remembrance".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56491532

Subject: Covid-19: Vaccines and vaccine passports being sold on darknet

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/21 at 1:48 am

Covid-19 vaccines, vaccine passports and faked negative test papers are being sold on the darknet.

Prices range between $500 (£360) and $750 for doses of AstraZeneca, Sputnik, Sinopharm or Johnson & Johnson jabs.

Fake vaccination certificates are also being sold by anonymous traders for as little as $150.

Researchers say they have seen a "sharp increase" in vaccine-related darknet adverts, while the BBC has been unable to verify if the vaccines are real.

The darknet, also known as the dark web, is a portion of the internet that is only accessible through specific browser tools.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-56489574

Subject: Covid: £5,000 fine for people going on holiday abroad

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/21 at 3:01 am

A £5,000 fine for anyone in England trying to travel abroad without good reason is due to come into force next week as part of new coronavirus laws.

The penalty is included in legislation that will be voted on by MPs on Thursday.

Foreign holidays are currently not allowed under the "stay at home" rule which ends on Monday.

But then the ban on leaving the UK at this time will become a specific law backed up by the threat of the fine.

Under the current plan for easing restrictions, the earliest date people in England could go abroad for a holiday would be 17 May.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56493002

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/21 at 7:03 am


The UK is marking one year since the first coronavirus lockdown was announced.

On 23 March 2020 Boris Johnson outlined measures to stop the spread of Covid-19. Since then, the UK's official death toll has risen from 364 to 126,172.

With the lockdown have come tough restrictions on socialising, closures of schools, pubs and shops with many rules currently still in place.

A minute's silence will be held at midday as part of a day of reflection.

A year on, Mr Johnson has praised the "great spirit" shown since that moment and he offered his condolences to those who have been bereaved during the pandemic.

People are also being encouraged to stand on their doorsteps at 20:00 GMT with phones, candles and torches to signify a "beacon of remembrance".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56491532
I stopped watching my film to pay my respects, especially those that I have known.

Subject: Re: Covid: UK marks one year since the first lockdown

Written By: 2001 on 03/23/21 at 7:39 am


The UK is marking one year since the first coronavirus lockdown was announced.

On 23 March 2020 Boris Johnson outlined measures to stop the spread of Covid-19. Since then, the UK's official death toll has risen from 364 to 126,172.

With the lockdown have come tough restrictions on socialising, closures of schools, pubs and shops with many rules currently still in place.

A minute's silence will be held at midday as part of a day of reflection.

A year on, Mr Johnson has praised the "great spirit" shown since that moment and he offered his condolences to those who have been bereaved during the pandemic.

People are also being encouraged to stand on their doorsteps at 20:00 GMT with phones, candles and torches to signify a "beacon of remembrance".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56491532


What an awful year it's been..  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/21 at 7:40 am


What an awful year it's been..  :\'(
A year we never wish to see again.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 112 Covid deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/21 at 11:17 am

A further 112 people have died with coronavirus in the UK, the government's daily statistics show.

This brings the total number of deaths within 28 days of a positive Covid-19 test to 126,284.

There were also a further 5,379 new cases recorded.

A total of 28,327,873 people have received their first dose of a coronavirus vaccine in the UK. And another 2,363,684 people have had their second dose as well.

Subject: Re: Covid: UK marks one year since the first lockdown

Written By: Howard on 03/23/21 at 1:05 pm


What an awful year it's been..  :\'(



It sure has been.

Subject: Covid: Deaths below average for first time since summer

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/21 at 1:08 pm

Deaths in the UK have fallen below the five-year average for the first time since the summer.

Experts say it means the winter wave of Covid deaths has ended and lockdown and the vaccine rollout have saved lives.

In the week up to 12 March, 14% of all deaths involved Covid, compared with 44% at the 22 January peak, Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures show.

In January, Covid deaths drove overall mortality in the UK 40% higher than the average seen between 2015 and 2019.

There have been more than 145,000 deaths involving Covid in the UK since the first lockdown, a year ago.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-56496403

Subject: Re: Covid: UK marks one year since the first lockdown

Written By: nally on 03/23/21 at 4:58 pm


The UK is marking one year since the first coronavirus lockdown was announced.

On 23 March 2020 Boris Johnson outlined measures to stop the spread of Covid-19. Since then, the UK's official death toll has risen from 364 to 126,172.

With the lockdown have come tough restrictions on socialising, closures of schools, pubs and shops with many rules currently still in place.

A minute's silence will be held at midday as part of a day of reflection.

A year on, Mr Johnson has praised the "great spirit" shown since that moment and he offered his condolences to those who have been bereaved during the pandemic.

People are also being encouraged to stand on their doorsteps at 20:00 GMT with phones, candles and torches to signify a "beacon of remembrance".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56491532

...and last week marked a similar one-year anniversary in the States.

In fact, it was a whole year ago to the day when I had my first work-from-home day.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/23/21 at 11:27 pm

Michigan cases have been steadily going up. And local hospitalizations have almost doubled since last week. I predicted this would happen as we still have a divide and supposedly low supply. Hey as of yesterday for a 4 county area we got 150 spots available if you’re an essential worker. 50 a day for 3 days. 10 million people in Michigan this is going to take forever.

A coworker 2 cubicles away just tested positive this weekend. They told her to just work the later shift, I’m guessing so she doesn’t have to work with the bigwigs. So my boss just put me on the late shift today so I had to work with her tonight. It would be nice if the company actually took the virus seriously and have her quarantine. They banned working from home. Nobody puts on a mask but me and an older lady in accounting. Hopefully I can keep avoiding the virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/21 at 3:43 am


Michigan cases have been steadily going up. And local hospitalizations have almost doubled since last week. I predicted this would happen as we still have a divide and supposedly low supply. Hey as of yesterday for a 4 county area we got 150 spots available if you’re an essential worker. 50 a day for 3 days. 10 million people in Michigan this is going to take forever.

A coworker 2 cubicles away just tested positive this weekend. They told her to just work the later shift, I’m guessing so she doesn’t have to work with the bigwigs. So my boss just put me on the late shift today so I had to work with her tonight. It would be nice if the company actually took the virus seriously and have her quarantine. They banned working from home. Nobody puts on a mask but me and an older lady in accounting. Hopefully I can keep avoiding the virus.
Over here, if someone is tested positive, isolation is enforced at home. Something sounds so wrong for me.

Take good care and be safe.

Subject: Covid fraud: £34.5m stolen in pandemic scams

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/21 at 3:43 am

More than 6,000 cases of Covid-related fraud and cyber-crime have been recorded by the UK's police forces during the pandemic.

The Action Fraud team said £34.5m had been stolen since 1 March 2020.

It covers activity in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, but not Scotland.

In a related development, the National Cyber Security Centre has told the BBC it is tackling about 30 "significant attacks" a month against the country's pandemic response infrastructure.

These involves attempts to breach the NHS, vaccine producers and vaccine supply chains, among other organisations.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-56499886

Subject: 'South Africa variant is of more concern than rising cases in Europe'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/21 at 4:42 am

The South African coronavirus variant could undermine the UK's vaccination programme, a government scientific adviser says.

Professor Neil Ferguson, from Imperial College London, tells BBC Breakfast that, just because cases are rising in Europe, it does not affect the UK's plans for emerging from lockdown.

He says the surge in Europe has "already happened to us and we're through to the other side". But he adds: "The real concern is things like the South African variant, where the vaccination programme we're currently using, whilst it would still give some protection against that (variant), the protection would be reduced."

He says: "We have vaccinated more than twice the proportion of the population than any other European country has done, so we're in a better place from that point of view.

"I don't think, just because cases are rising in Europe, that necessarily throws our timetable into doubt; what it may do is affect planning around restrictions on international travel, how much we try and screen people coming into the country."

On keeping to the road map, he says the UK has a "very good chance of both being able to relax measures and not needing to tighten up".

Subject: Tougher controls for EU Covid exports - latest around Europe

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/21 at 7:37 am

The European Commission will announce proposals this morning to toughen controls on Covid vaccine exports.They will stop short of an export ban but instead measure each shipment on the recipient country’s vaccine rate and exports. The controls will assess “reciprocity” and “proportionality” and are likely to affect the UK and US most.The plans will be discussed by EU leaders tomorrow.

Germany’s RKI public health agency says 75,000 people have now died in the country’s Covid pandemic. Another 15,813 new infections have been reported in the past 24 hours which is higher than a week ago.

Finnish ministers have spent eight hours trying to reach an agreement on toughening measures to stop the spread of a third wave of Covid. Health officials have backed restrictions on movement but in the end they limited their move to extending a three-week closure of indoor dining in restaurants.

Spain is resuming vaccinations with the Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine today after an eight-day suspension over safety concerns. The Spanish government will decide this afternoon whether to impose new restrictions over Easter early next month as infections are rising again.

Italy’s cases are increasing even faster with 18,765 reported in 24 hours yesterday. Prime Minister Mario Draghi will discuss measures to be introduced after Easter on 6 April. Despite the situation, ministers want to ease restrictions, particularly focusing on early years in schools.

Ukraine has reported a record 342 daily deaths, and also a record number of people taken to hospital in the past day. And Bulgaria has seen a record 4,851 cases in the past 24 hours. Restrictions were tightened last week, with restaurants closed and schools going online.

Students in the Serbian city of Kragujevac have been offered vaccinations with the AstraZeneca drug without an appointment. But since the campaign began yesterday no-one has shown up. Officials believe bad publicity may be to blame.

Subject: Delhi orders Covid tests at airports as cases surge

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/21 at 11:44 am

India's capital, Delhi, will begin randomised Covid tests at airports, bus stops and train stations in the midst of what some experts say is a second wave.

Mumbai, a financial hub and virus hotspot, ordered mandatory testing in busy areas earlier this week.

We reported earlier that one case of a new "double mutant" variant of coronavirus had been found in the country, along with the strains first discovered in the UK, South Africa and Brazil.

Coronavirus cases have surged in recent weeks - on Wednesday, India reported more than 47,000 new cases and 275 deaths, it's highest this year.

It has reported more than 11.7 million cases and 160,000 deaths so far

India's caseload dropped significantly at the start of this year - it reported under 10,000 new infections on some days. And this coincided with the launch of the country's vaccine drive, the largest in the world.

But March saw a sharp uptick, with more than 40,000 new infections reported daily since Sunday.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK announces a further 98 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/24/21 at 1:12 pm

Today's daily coronavirus figures have been published by the government.

They show another 5,605 cases have been recorded, and a further 98 people have died within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test.

Meanwhile the latest vaccination figures show that more than 28.6 million people have now had their first dose, after another 325,650 first doses given yesterday.

Subject: Middle-aged women 'worst affected by long Covid', studies find

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/21 at 3:01 am

Middle-aged women experience the most severe, long-lasting symptoms after being treated in hospital for Covid-19, two UK studies suggest.

Five months on, 70% of patients studied were still affected by everything from anxiety to breathlessness, fatigue, muscle pain and "brain fog".

But the researchers say there is no obvious link with how ill people originally became.

How women's bodies fight off illness could explain their poorer recovery.

The larger study - led by the University of Leicester - which is yet to be peer-reviewed, followed up more than 1,000 patients who had been admitted to hospital with Covid-19 in the UK last year. It found that up to 70% had not fully recovered, an average of five months after leaving hospital, with women most affected.

More than 400,000 people have been admitted to hospital with Covid in the UK since the start of the pandemic.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-56509340

Subject: Will I need a vaccine passport to go into a pub?

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/21 at 5:07 am

Pub-goers and visitors to other venues may need to prove they've been vaccinated against coronavirus, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said.

We have taken a look at how so-called "vaccine passports" work and where you might need one.

European officials have already announced plans for an EU-wide "Green Digital Certificate".

So will we need a vaccine passport to travel overseas?

And with Mr Johnson yesterday telling MPs he thought it was "wholly responsible" for care home companies to require their workers to be vaccinated - will your boss be able to insist you have the jab?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Vaccination doses by population

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/21 at 5:28 am

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Subject: Re: Middle-aged women 'worst affected by long Covid', studies find

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/25/21 at 11:09 am


Middle-aged women experience the most severe, long-lasting symptoms after being treated in hospital for Covid-19, two UK studies suggest.

Five months on, 70% of patients studied were still affected by everything from anxiety to breathlessness, fatigue, muscle pain and "brain fog".

But the researchers say there is no obvious link with how ill people originally became.

How women's bodies fight off illness could explain their poorer recovery.

The larger study - led by the University of Leicester - which is yet to be peer-reviewed, followed up more than 1,000 patients who had been admitted to hospital with Covid-19 in the UK last year. It found that up to 70% had not fully recovered, an average of five months after leaving hospital, with women most affected.

More than 400,000 people have been admitted to hospital with Covid in the UK since the start of the pandemic.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-56509340


That’s something because everything I’ve read up to this point says men generally have a tougher time with Covid than women.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/21 at 11:12 am


That’s something because everything I’ve read up to this point says men generally have a tougher time with Covid than women.
For me it seems to be an age factor, no facts to give, just observations.

Subject: Re: Middle-aged women 'worst affected by long Covid', studies find

Written By: karen on 03/25/21 at 11:56 am


That’s something because everything I’ve read up to this point says men generally have a tougher time with Covid than women.


Have a tougher time or say they are having a tougher time?  ;)

Joking aside, I think, statistically, men are more likely to die from Covid or get more severe symptoms.  This study says that female survivors are more likely to have longer lasting symptoms, regardless of how ill they became at any point in their illness.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records another 63 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/25/21 at 1:23 pm

The UK has recorded another 6,397 new infections and 63 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test, according to the government's daily figures.

Today's case numbers are up 94 on last Thursday's figure of 6,303 but the number of Covid-related deaths reported has fallen 32, compared with 95 last Thursday.

Meanwhile, the latest vaccination figures show almost 29 million people have now received a first dose of a Covid vaccine.

The exact figure is 28,991,188 - and 2,775,481 people have had their second dose.

Subject: Re: Middle-aged women 'worst affected by long Covid', studies find

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/25/21 at 4:59 pm


Have a tougher time or say they are having a tougher time?  ;)

Joking aside, I think, statistically, men are more likely to die from Covid or get more severe symptoms.  This study says that female survivors are more likely to have longer lasting symptoms, regardless of how ill they became at any point in their illness.


Just like I said, worse symptoms and higher death rate.

Subject: Re: Middle-aged women 'worst affected by long Covid', studies find

Written By: nally on 03/26/21 at 12:32 am

Good news...I have found out that my age group will be eligible for the vaccinations starting on April 15th!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/21 at 1:54 am


Good news...I have found out that my age group will be eligible for the vaccinations starting on April 15th!
O0

Subject: Covid-19: Shielding coming to an end for millions in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/21 at 1:56 am

Today marks the last day that about four million of the most clinically vulnerable people in England and Wales are advised to shield at home.

Letters have been sent out to the group in the last few weeks.

They are still being advised to keep social contacts at low levels, work from home where possible and stay at a distance from other people.

The change comes amid falling Covid cases and hospital admissions.

According to NHS Digital, there are 3.8 million shielded patients in England and 130,000 in Wales.

Scotland and Northern Ireland are expected to lift their restrictions later in April.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56584380

I am still continuing to 'shield' by being safe indoors, except for exercise and essential shopping.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/21 at 2:15 am

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Subject: Covid: 'Madness' as hundreds descend on Nottingham park

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/21 at 7:38 am

Police have warned people to stick to coronavirus rules after large crowds were seen brawling and drinking in a city park on the day restrictions eased.

Videos shared on social media showed some hugging and others pushing and shoving at Nottingham Arboretum.

One local resident described the scenes on Monday as "horrendous".

Police said they had now put a dispersal order in place to prevent similar scenes over the next few days.

Since Monday morning, two households or groups of up to six people have been allowed to meet outside in England.

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https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-56575135

Subject: Fresh outbreak in southwest China border city

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/21 at 10:04 am

For the first time in nearly two months, China has reported a spate of new Covid-19 cases – this time in the country’s south west.

Nine people have tested positive for Covid-19 in the city of Ruili, Yunnan province. Six have symptoms and three are asymptomatic.

Four of the patients are Burmese nationals and five are Chinese. All of the patients are aged 22 to 42 and they have mild symptoms.

A mass testing drive has been launched, and 317 close contacts of those affected have been placed in quarantine. Ruili citizens are being told to stay at home, and all businesses with the exception of supermarkets, farmers’ markets and pharmacies have closed.

Transport links have also been restricted, and people are not allowed to leave the city without a recent negative Covid-19 test result. A bridge that connects China with Myanmar has been closed.

China has remained relatively Covid-free since early February. Its last big outbreak occurred in the northeast of the country at the beginning of the year.

This is not the first time that Ruili, a city with a population of about 210,000, has experienced an outbreak. In September, an outbreak in the city was linked to a Burmese woman who had recently crossed the border.

The local government has said today it will “severely crack down on illegal border crossings” amid the fresh outbreak. Local citizens have told the Global Times newspaper there have been recent rumours in the city that people were being smuggled out of Myanmar, bringing the virus with them.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/21 at 10:04 am


Police have warned people to stick to coronavirus rules after large crowds were seen brawling and drinking in a city park on the day restrictions eased.

Videos shared on social media showed some hugging and others pushing and shoving at Nottingham Arboretum.

One local resident described the scenes on Monday as "horrendous".

Police said they had now put a dispersal order in place to prevent similar scenes over the next few days.

Since Monday morning, two households or groups of up to six people have been allowed to meet outside in England.


https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-56575135
Large crowds also gathered in Cardiff and on Brighton beach.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 03/31/21 at 11:27 am

Michigan’s cases keep climbing. 5200 today. According to the local news we are now the worst place in the USA for Covid cases except for New York City.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/21 at 1:19 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/4A53/production/_117772091_microsoftteams-image-3.png

Subject: France schools to close under new Covid lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/31/21 at 1:22 pm

French schools to close for at least three weeks as part of new national restrictions to fight rising Covid cases, President Macron says.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-56597319

Subject: Re: France schools to close under new Covid lockdown

Written By: nally on 03/31/21 at 6:59 pm


French schools to close for at least three weeks as part of new national restrictions to fight rising Covid cases, President Macron says.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-56597319

On the subject of schools, some in So-Cal have reopened this week (which is kinda odd, considering this is Holy Week which in many schools is used as Spring Break...but they've had many weeks off lately!)... but with limited capacities.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Shielding coming to an end for millions in the UK

Written By: nally on 03/31/21 at 7:00 pm


O0

And as soon as vaccinations become eligible, I'm going to schedule an appointment. (Hopefully not on a day that I work. If so, I'll have to readjust my working schedule.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Shielding coming to an end for millions in the UK

Written By: nally on 03/31/21 at 7:02 pm




I am still continuing to 'shield' by being safe indoors, except for exercise and essential shopping.

Same with me in the US. Also when I have to go to my office. (We're required to wear masks inside the office, except for when we eat. Plus we make sure to social distance.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Wink-182 on 03/31/21 at 7:40 pm

Just got my second shot today, Pfizer shot too around noon at the nearby fairgrounds. It kinda feels good seeing both slots filled out on my Vaccination card, hopefully I won't really feel any effects besides a sore arm after today, fingers crossed  :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/21 at 4:28 am


Just got my second shot today, Pfizer shot too around noon at the nearby fairgrounds. It kinda feels good seeing both slots filled out on my Vaccination card, hopefully I won't really feel any effects besides a sore arm after today, fingers crossed  :P
Splendid!

Subject: Few people with symptoms are self-isolating, study finds

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/21 at 4:29 am

Fewer than one in five people request a Covid-19 test if they have symptoms, while the number who follow full self-isolation rules is low, a large study of the test-and-trace system has found.

The report, published in the British Medical Journal, also found only half of people knew the main Covid symptoms.

These include a cough, high temperature and loss of taste or smell.

Experts said the findings suggested the impact of the £37bn NHS Test and Trace system was "limited".

The Department for Health and Social Care said test-and-trace had saved "countless lives", adding that the latest ONS data found the "overwhelming majority" self-isolated when asked to.

The findings are based on 74,697 responses to online surveys from 53,880 people aged 16 or older living in the UK.

In total, 37 survey waves were carried out from 2 March last year to 27 January this year, with about 2,000 participants in each wave.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-56598217

Subject: Brisbane lockdown ends just in time for Easter

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/21 at 5:36 am

A snap three-day lockdown in the Australian city of Brisbane has come to an end earlier than expected, after just one local case of Covid-19 was reported on Wednesday.

There are still restrictions in place across the state of Queensland, where Brisbane is the capital, but State Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced that “Easter is good to go” as lockdown was lifted on Thursday.

There was a total of 16 infections in this outbreak.

Cases are very low in Australia, and snap lockdowns have proved to be an effective health measure to help suppress outbreaks early on. But the unpredictable shutdowns have also left an economic toll, experts say.

Subject: Re: Few people with symptoms are self-isolating, study finds

Written By: karen on 04/01/21 at 6:07 am

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The report, published in the British Medical Journal, also found only half of people knew the main Covid symptoms.

These include a cough, high temperature and loss of taste or smell.


Do these people live in a cave?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/21 at 6:10 am


Do these people live in a cave?
Is it easier to self isolate in a cave?

Exactly, with all the news, media reports, tv, papers, Internet, phone apps, etc, Even talking with family and friends. Where have they been since January last year?

Subject: Illegal ravers 'selfish' and 'dangerous'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/21 at 6:21 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/4/1/9a105826-55db-4c89-9f08-68f74f2442cb.jpg
People gathered at the Castlefield Bowl in Manchester

Hundreds of people who ignored Covid rules to attend an illegal rave in a city centre have been condemned as "selfish and dangerous".

People were seen singing and dancing along to a DJ set at the Castlefield Bowl outdoor arena in Manchester on Wednesday evening.

Greater Manchester Police (GMP) officers broke up the gathering and dispersed people.

Manchester City councillor Pat Karney tweeted: "Warning. If you play live music at any of these gatherings your equipment will be seized. This is selfish and dangerous behaviour by people who are letting Manchester down. The pandemic is still with us."

On Thursday morning, council workers could be seen clearing rubbish that had been left behind into large blue sacks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/21 at 6:22 am


Do these people live in a cave?
...and attend illegal raves?

http://www.inthe00s.com/index.php?topic=60845.msg4017056#msg4017056

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 51 Covid deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/21 at 12:34 pm

There have been a further 51 coronavirus-related deaths in the UK, the government's daily statistics show.

That brings the total number of deaths within 28 days of a positive Covid test to 126,764.

There were also 4,479 new infections detected.

A total of 31,147,444 people have received their first coronavirus vaccination, government daily figures show.

And 4,513,458 have received their second dose.

Subject: More than one million people 'had long Covid in February'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/21 at 1:41 pm

An Office for National Statistics survey suggests that about one in five people have symptoms of long Covid five weeks after an initial infection and one in seven after 12 weeks. It estimates that 1.1 million people were affected in the UK in the four weeks from 6 February. People were asked to report their own symptoms and the most common ongoing problems included fatigue, a cough, headaches and muscle pain.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/16DF9/production/_117798639_optimised-symptombars-nc.png

Subject: Re: Covid: 'Madness' as hundreds descend on Nottingham park

Written By: Howard on 04/01/21 at 3:25 pm


Police have warned people to stick to coronavirus rules after large crowds were seen brawling and drinking in a city park on the day restrictions eased.

Videos shared on social media showed some hugging and others pushing and shoving at Nottingham Arboretum.

One local resident described the scenes on Monday as "horrendous".

Police said they had now put a dispersal order in place to prevent similar scenes over the next few days.

Since Monday morning, two households or groups of up to six people have been allowed to meet outside in England.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/2873/production/_117755301_arboretum1ashleykirk.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-56575135

What is going on in that picture?  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/01/21 at 3:26 pm


Just got my second shot today, Pfizer shot too around noon at the nearby fairgrounds. It kinda feels good seeing both slots filled out on my Vaccination card, hopefully I won't really feel any effects besides a sore arm after today, fingers crossed  :P


I'm getting mine Saturday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/01/21 at 3:28 pm


What is going on in that picture?  :o
'Madness' as hundreds descend on Nottingham park

Police have warned people to stick to coronavirus rules after large crowds were seen brawling and drinking in a city park on the day restrictions eased.

Videos shared on social media showed some hugging and others pushing and shoving at Nottingham Arboretum.

One local resident described the scenes on Monday as "horrendous".

Police said they had now put a dispersal order in place to prevent similar scenes over the next few days.

Since Monday morning, two households or groups of up to six people have been allowed to meet outside in England.

Subject: Philippines, Pakistan, Kenya, and Bangladesh added to travel ban list

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/21 at 4:39 am

The Philippines, Pakistan, Kenya and Bangladesh are being added to England’s "red list" to protect the country against new variants of coronavirus, the UK government says.

It means a travel ban on visitors from these countries will come into force next Friday (9 April).

British, Irish and third-country nationals with residence rights arriving from these countries will be required to self-isolate in a government-approved hotel for 10 days.

The Department for Transport says the move follows new data showing an increased risk of importation of variants of concern.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): England's R value between 0.8 and 1

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/21 at 8:43 am


The coronavirus reproduction number, or R value, in England is between 0.8 and 1, according to the latest government figures.

Last week the whole of the UK had an estimated figure between 0.7 and 0.9.

A UK-wide estimate of R rate has not been agreed by Sage this week - the Department of Health says that as restrictions are lifted at different rates across the four nations, a UK-level estimate for R becomes a less meaningful measure of the pandemic.

R represents the average number of people each Covid-19 positive person goes on to infect.

When the figure is above 1, an outbreak can grow exponentially, but when it is below 1, it means the epidemic is shrinking.

Subject: Boris Johnson warns against mixing indoors as Easter weekend begins

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/21 at 11:05 am

People should not socialise indoors with other households even if they are vaccinated, Boris Johnson has said.

As the Easter Bank Holiday weekend began, the PM said "we're not yet at that stage" as coronavirus vaccines "are not giving 100% protection".

Police forces across England have also called for people to obey the rules over the bank holiday.

It is the first weekend since England's rules were relaxed to allow outside gatherings of more than two people.

With groups of up to six or two households allowed to meet, councils and police forces are preparing for beauty spots and parks to be busy.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56617667

Subject: Sachin Tendulkar: India cricket legend in hospital with Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/02/21 at 11:12 am

Indian cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, who tested positive for Covid-19 last week, has been admitted to hospital.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-56613391

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/02/21 at 2:59 pm

They say now we are worse than NYC.

And yay it looks like I’m going to be getting a shot next week, along with my boss and some other employees. My mom just told me today she got hers too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/21 at 1:21 am


They say now we are worse than NYC.

And yay it looks like I’m going to be getting a shot next week, along with my boss and some other employees. My mom just told me today she got hers too.
Good to hear, it will take about two weeks for the immune system to kick in, and still your second shot.

Subject: Covid-19: Italy begins strict Easter lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/21 at 1:22 am

Italy has entered a strict three-day lockdown to try to prevent a surge in Covid-19 cases over Easter.

All regions are now in the "red zone" - the highest tier of restrictions - as the country battles a third wave, with about 20,000 new cases a day.

Non-essential movement is banned, but people are allowed to have an Easter meal in their homes with two others.

Churches are also open, but worshippers are being told to attend services within their own regions.

For the second year, Pope Francis will deliver his Easter message to an empty St Peter's Square.

Following the holiday weekend, different regions will then remain in either "orange zone" or "red zone" restrictions until the end of the month.

Italy's restrictions come as countries across Europe try to control a surge in cases of the virus, while struggling with a delayed vaccine rollout.

More than 110,328 people in total have died of the coronavirus in Italy, and there have been 3.6 million confirmed infections.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-56621342

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/03/21 at 7:31 am


They say now we are worse than NYC.

And yay it looks like I’m going to be getting a shot next week, along with my boss and some other employees. My mom just told me today she got hers too.


My 2nd one will be later this morning.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/21 at 7:34 am


My 2nd one will be later this morning.
O0

Splendid!

My second vaccination jab will be within the next two weeks.

Subject: Macron under fire as France enters new lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/21 at 10:22 am

French President Emmanuel Macron is coming under growing pressure over his handling of the coronavirus outbreak.

The country is entering its third national lockdown on Saturday as steadily rising infections threaten to overwhelm hospitals.

As the curbs are introduced, Mr Macron's critics say that his decision back in January to overrule scientists and not launch the third lockdown then was a blunder. The president has also been blamed for the slow pace of France's vaccine rollout.

Subject: More than 5m people have had second dose

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/21 at 10:54 am

More than five million people have received both doses of a Covid-19 vaccine in the UK, the latest figures show.

The total number of people who have received one jab is 31,425,682.

The number of people who have received both vaccinations is 5,205,505.

Second doses are being prioritised in April amid a warning that vaccine supplies will fall.

But the government has said it is still on course to offer all adults in the UK a first jab by the end of July.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Further 3,423 test positive for Covid-19 in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/03/21 at 12:24 pm

A further 3,423 people in the UK have tested positive for coronavirus, according to the latest government figures.

There have also been a further 10 deaths within 28 days of a positive Covid-19 test. It brings the total deaths by this measure to 126,826.

During the Easter period the government says coronavirus data might vary, although all four UK nations are due to report their figures today.

The statistics can be lower at the weekend due to lags in reporting.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fully vaccinated people can gather

Written By: nally on 04/03/21 at 1:01 pm


O0

Splendid!

My second vaccination jab will be within the next two weeks.

I'm still waiting for the opportunity for my first one. Hopefully in under two weeks I can schedule an appointment.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/03/21 at 2:12 pm


O0

Splendid!

My second vaccination jab will be within the next two weeks.


Good Luck.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/03/21 at 2:23 pm

I got my parents an appointment for AZ on Monday!!

My aunt, uncle and cousin are getting Pfizer or Moderna tomorrow, and my other cousin got his Pfizer shot last month.

It's almost over. It's all finally coming to an end. I'm getting emotional.  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 04/03/21 at 3:15 pm


It's almost over. It's all finally coming to an end. I'm getting emotional.  :\'(


Bah, not even 10% of Germans have been vaccinated yet and I don't think I'll get a shot this year. At current speed it'll take years for everyone to get vaccinated.  8-P
Then there is the constant negative press about AstraZenica and it's partially deadly side effects and low effectiveness. Over here they went from not giving it to people over 65 to only giving it to people 60+ because it caused younger women to develop thrombosis (some were fatal) and plenty of other stuff (people who got it for their first shot are now supposed to get a different one for their second jab... it certainly gets treated like a second class vaccine and there is barely a day without more negative news about it while this doesn't seem to happen with the other vaccines). No wonder a lot of people don't want it anymore (I'm one of them). Not with much better alternatives available. They really need to produce the better ones faster. 8-P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/03/21 at 3:36 pm

I just to a quick look at some stats on the thrombosis risk. It is interesting that it has so far affected younger females. I wonder if they have looked into whether these people were taking some form of hormone contraception. Taking this increases your chances of suffering some form of blood clot (which can be fatal). This seems more common than the number of people who have had a blood clot after having the vaccine.

https://helloclue.com/articles/sex/hormonal-birth-control-and-blood-clots

Note also the chances of suffering some kind of thrombosis after giving birth.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/03/21 at 3:52 pm


Bah, not even 10% of Germans have been vaccinated yet and I don't think I'll get a shot this year. At current speed it'll take years for everyone to get vaccinated.  8-P
Then there is the constant negative press about AstraZenica and it's partially deadly side effects and low effectiveness. Over here they went from not giving it to people over 65 to only giving it to people 60+ because it caused younger women to develop thrombosis (some were fatal) and plenty of other stuff (people who got it for their first shot are now supposed to get a different one for their second jab... it certainly gets treated like a second class vaccine and there is barely a day without more negative news about it while this doesn't seem to happen with the other vaccines). No wonder a lot of people don't want it anymore (I'm one of them). Not with much better alternatives available. They really need to produce the better ones faster. 8-P


Yep, I've read all about it. Canada and Europe are on the same page since we get all our vaccines from there (except the AZ my parents are going to get—that one is from the US). AZ is paused for under 55s here too.

The reason everyone around me is starting to get vaccinated is because Canada now separates the doses 4 months apart, and is focusing on giving everyone their first dose before moving onto the second, because we wanted to save the Great Canadian Summer*. I except to receive my first dose in May/June but my second dose in September/October. I believe in Germany they are still giving doses three weeks apart. This means better protection for those vaccinated but its going to take longer to get through to everybody.

*The real reason is because epidemiologist ran the numbers and saw that giving everyone partial immunity would save more lives and less hospitalizations than giving a few people full immunity. Getting everyone vaccinated before the start of summer is a neat side benefit though.

Personally I think the whole blood clot saga is an overreaction by the media and I'd be happy to get AZ. If there was a problem I think it would have shown up in the clinical trials. They had 20,000 receive AZ and 20,000 receive a placebo and nothing came up then, I doubt it would all of a sudden now. Now there have been tens of millions vaccinated by AZ and a few people here and there got blood clots, but who's to say it's from the vaccine? It's not like blood clots don't happen for other reasons, especially in a population of 20 million or however many received the AZ shot.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/03/21 at 8:42 pm

8400 cases today in Michigan.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: AmericanGirl on 04/03/21 at 9:03 pm


8400 cases today in Michigan.


    :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Further 3,423 test positive for Covid-19 in UK

Written By: nally on 04/03/21 at 10:13 pm


8400 cases today in Michigan.

oh no :-
    :\'(



my thoughts exactly

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 04/04/21 at 2:36 am

They shut things down again in Ontario.

When I went out to go for a walk we had an encounter with a jogger who wasn't wearing a mask and was jogging on the street right next to us and I was tempted to yell at her to get on the other side of the street and my mother told me to hold my breath as she goes by us.  I was flabbergasted because there wasn't any reason why she couldn't have jogged on the other side of the street and I wasn't sure if this woman was an anti-makser or just really really stupid?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/21 at 2:59 am


They shut things down again in Ontario.

When I went out to go for a walk we had an encounter with a jogger who wasn't wearing a mask and was jogging on the street right next to us and I was tempted to yell at her to get on the other side of the street and my mother told me to hold my breath as she goes by us.  I was flabbergasted because there wasn't any reason why she couldn't have jogged on the other side of the street and I wasn't sure if this woman was an anti-makser or just really really stupid?
Please take good care and be safe.

Subject: UK Covid passport trials to begin this month

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/21 at 3:00 am

Government plans for a Covid passport scheme will start to be trialled this month at a series of pilot events.

Ministers are hoping passes will allow the safe return of sports matches, conferences and night clubs in England.

They would show whether a person is vaccinated, had a recent negative test, or natural immunity determined by a positive test in the last six months.

Downing Street also confirmed countries will be in a risk-based "traffic light" system when foreign holidays resume.

Officials are looking to find a way to allow venues to reopen without the need for social distancing.

The government said trials will also explore how ventilation and testing on entry could help audiences return to mass events.

The pilots will last until mid-May and include the FA Cup semi final and final, the World Snooker Championship in Sheffield, a mass participation run at Hatfield House in Hertfordshire, and several events in Liverpool including an evening at a nightclub, a business conference and a cinema screening in the city.

The first pilot event will be a comedy night in Liverpool on 16 April where audience members will be tested for Covid before and after the show.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56625307

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 04/04/21 at 3:41 am


I wasn't sure if this woman was an anti-makser or just really really stupid?

What's the difference? ???

Subject: 'Brighter days ahead', is PM's Easter message

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/21 at 4:25 am

Boris Johnson says the arrival of Easter this year brings "the promise of brighter days ahead".

"It brings with it new hope," he tweeted.

"Stay safe, keep following the rules, and have a very happy Easter," the prime minster added.

In his Easter message, he also paid tribute to the way churches have supported people during the Covid pandemic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/04/21 at 6:41 am


They shut things down again in Ontario.

When I went out to go for a walk we had an encounter with a jogger who wasn't wearing a mask and was jogging on the street right next to us and I was tempted to yell at her to get on the other side of the street and my mother told me to hold my breath as she goes by us.  I was flabbergasted because there wasn't any reason why she couldn't have jogged on the other side of the street and I wasn't sure if this woman was an anti-makser or just really really stupid?


I wouldn't worry about it. The chances of catching it outdoors from momentary encounters is nil, mask or no mask. It is the 3Cs (closed, confined, crowded) and prolonged contact that you need to worry about.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/04/21 at 7:31 am


They shut things down again in Ontario.

When I went out to go for a walk we had an encounter with a jogger who wasn't wearing a mask and was jogging on the street right next to us and I was tempted to yell at her to get on the other side of the street and my mother told me to hold my breath as she goes by us.  I was flabbergasted because there wasn't any reason why she couldn't have jogged on the other side of the street and I wasn't sure if this woman was an anti-makser or just really really stupid?


It's hard to be around people who aren't masking.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 10 coronavirus deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/21 at 11:38 am

A further 10 people have died with coronavirus in the UK, government daily figures show.

That takes the total number of people to have died within 28 days of a positive Covid-19 test to 126,836.

There were also 2,297 new infections recorded.

A total of 31,523,010 people have received their first dose of a vaccine and 5,381,745 received a second.

The figures over the weekend and just afterwards can be lower because of the way they are recorded.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/04/21 at 2:33 pm


I wasn't sure if this woman was an anti-makser or just really really stupid?



What's the difference? ???


This


But also this


I wouldn't worry about it. The chances of catching it outdoors from momentary encounters is nil, mask or no mask. It is the 3Cs (closed, confined, crowded) and prolonged contact that you need to worry about.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/21 at 3:04 pm


I wouldn't worry about it. The chances of catching it outdoors from momentary encounters is nil, mask or no mask. It is the 3Cs (closed, confined, crowded) and prolonged contact that you need to worry about.
A good way to remember.

Subject: Covid pandemic peaks in Eastern and Central Europe and ruins Easter

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/04/21 at 3:52 pm

Eastern and Central Europe largely escaped the worst of the coronavirus pandemic in 2020, but the picture has changed dramatically with several countries experiencing record infections and deaths.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-56588509

Subject: England lockdown: Countdown to freedom

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/21 at 2:06 am

In the coming weeks the coronavirus restrictions in England will slowly be lifted. But exactly how many days is it until I can...

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-56594933

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/05/21 at 3:35 am


A good way to remember.


And try not to be around so many people for a long period of time.

Subject: Covid: Tests to be offered twice-weekly to all in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/21 at 4:28 am

Everyone in England is to be given access to two rapid coronavirus tests a week from Friday, under an extension of the government's testing programme.

The lateral flow kits, which can provide results in around 30 minutes, will be available for free at testing sites, pharmacies and through the post.

The health secretary said it would help squash any outbreaks as lockdown eases.

But critics of the programme say it risks becoming a "scandalous" waste of money.

It comes as Boris Johnson is due to meet the cabinet to sign off the next stage of lockdown easing in England, which will see non-essential shops reopen and pubs and restaurants start serving outdoors from 12 April.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56632084

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Scotland’s hairdressers reopen

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/21 at 5:17 am

People in Scotland will be able to visit hairdressers and garden centres again from today - as covid restrictions are relaxed. Non-essential click-and-collect services are also allowed to resume.

Other businesses reopening include key cutting, mobility equipment, baby equipment and electrical repairs.

It is the latest lockdown measure to be relaxed after the Scottish government lifted its stay-at-home order on Friday.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cabinet prepares to meet

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/21 at 7:20 am

Cabinet ministers will meet later this morning to discuss the next step of England’s lockdown easing.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is set to brief ministers on the latest data as he prepares to set out new details for how foreign travel may be able to resume this year.

We’re expecting to hear from Johnson at a Downing Street news conference at some point later today.

He is expected to confirm countries will be graded under a traffic light system when international leisure travel resumes.

Subject: India records more than 100,000 daily cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/21 at 8:41 am

India has today recorded its highest number yet of coronavirus infections in a single day, with 103,558 confirmed cases.

Most are in the western state of Maharashtra, which is tightening restrictions.

India's financial capital, Mumbai, saw its own highest daily increase with more than 11,000 new cases. Other states are also seeing surges.

The country is the second after the US to post more than 100,000 new cases in a single day.

India, a global manufacturer of the Covid vaccine, is in the middle of its own immunisation programme. It has the world's biggest vaccine drive, but experts say it still needs to pick up the pace to stop the spread.

Some officials blame a lack of public compliance with protective measures, such as wearing masks and maintaining social distance. Others have expressed concern about large campaign rallies for forthcoming state elections.

Subject: Re: India records more than 100,000 daily cases

Written By: nally on 04/05/21 at 9:16 am


India has today recorded its highest number yet of coronavirus infections in a single day, with 103,558 confirmed cases.

Oh dear :o :(


Some officials blame a lack of public compliance with protective measures, such as wearing masks and maintaining social distance. Others have expressed concern about large campaign rallies for forthcoming state elections.
I guess that explains it

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/21 at 10:08 am


Oh dear :o :(

I guess that explains it
I do not wish to say it like this, but I just watch an Indian movie, and it can be seen why.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 26 deaths and 2,762 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/21 at 10:56 am

The UK has recorded a further 26 deaths within 28 days of a positive test, along with 2,762 new cases.

The number of deaths recorded tends to be lower over weekends and at the start of the week because of reporting delays.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/05/21 at 10:59 am


I di not wish to say it like this, but I just watch an Indian movie, and it can be seen why.


I was depressed on my birthday in mid-February when my region was still in lockdown and I had really long hair and was emaciated (hadn't been exercising) and looked awful in general.

I was talking to my relatives in India and they were bragging that the pandemic was over and that life has returned to normal there. I'm not surprised by the numbers either, they handled the first wave well (overall mortality actually fell–probably from fewer people dying of air pollution and other pathogens) but a complacency set in and it was the perfect opportunity for Miss Rona to stage a comeback. Too bad I don't get to be smug about it since people were complacent and we're in our third lockdown here again too.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/21 at 11:30 am

It was this day last year when Prime Minister Boris Johnson was admitted into hospital after testing positive for Coronavirus.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has been admitted to hospital for tests, 10 days after testing positive for coronavirus, Downing Street has said. He "continues to have persistent symptoms of coronavirus", a spokeswoman said - including a high temperature. It was described as a "precautionary step" taken on the advice of his doctor. The prime minister remains in charge of the government and urged people to follow its social distancing advice. "On the advice of his doctor, the prime minister has tonight been admitted to hospital for tests," the spokeswoman said. "This is a precautionary step, as the prime minister continues to have persistent symptoms of coronavirus ten days after testing positive for the virus." She added: "The prime minister thanks NHS staff for all of their incredible hard work and urges the public to continue to follow the government's advice to stay at home, protect the NHS and save lives."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-52177125

Subject: England's lockdown to ease as planned on 12 April

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/05/21 at 1:05 pm

Pubs and restaurants can reopen outdoor spaces as planned next Monday, along with non-essential shops, gyms and hairdressers, as England's lockdown is further eased, Boris Johnson has said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56641596

Subject: Re: India records more than 100,000 daily cases

Written By: nally on 04/05/21 at 4:32 pm


Pubs and restaurants can reopen outdoor spaces as planned next Monday, along with non-essential shops, gyms and hairdressers, as England's lockdown is further eased, Boris Johnson has said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56641596


Similarly, there are counties in California that are moving ahead to the "orange tier", meaning they can accommodate more capacity in certain public establishments.

Subject: Re: India records more than 100,000 daily cases

Written By: Howard on 04/06/21 at 7:21 am


Similarly, there are counties in California that are moving ahead to the "orange tier", meaning they can accommodate more capacity in certain public establishments.


New York should do the same but I guess they're moving as slowly as possible.

Subject: Poland hospital beds and ventilators in highest use since pandemic start

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/21 at 7:34 am

Close to 900 people have been admitted to hospital with Covid-19 in Poland in 24 hours, the health ministry has said. New infections started to fall over Easter but hospital admissions are still to peak in the country’s third wave, Deputy Health Minister Waldemar Kraska says.

In the previous 24 hours, 888 people were admitted to hospital and 46 patients required ventilators. The number of both hospital beds and ventilators in use is at its highest since the pandemic began, with 76% of available beds and 78% of available ventilators in use.

In the worst affected region of Silesia in southern Poland, patients are being relocated to neighbouring provinces with less burdened hospitals.

Poland reported 8,245 new coronavirus infections on Tuesday, the health ministry says, down 60% compared with a week earlier. There were 60 virus-related deaths in the previous 24 hours.

The recent surge in cases is mainly due to the rampant UK variant of the virus that is responsible for almost all new infections.

In total, Poland has reported more than 2.4 million cases and more than 55,000 virus-related deaths. In contrast, Germany which has more than double the population of Poland, has registered just over 2.9 million infections and more than 77,000 deaths.

Poland became the 14th country in the world to surpass two million cases, but with a population of 38 million, it was the smallest. Poland has administered 6.6 million vaccine doses, and 14.5% of adults have received at least one dose.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Further 2,379 cases and 20 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/21 at 10:11 am

A further 20 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive Covid test, according to the latest government figures, taking the total by that measure to 126,882.

There have also been 2,379 new cases of coronavirus infection across the UK.

The daily figures can fluctuate with numbers often being lower at the start of the week due to lags in reporting.

There have been 40,744 first doses of vaccine given as well as a further 64,590 second jabs delivered.

Subject: Australia and New Zealand to start quarantine-free travel

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/21 at 12:26 pm

Australian and New Zealand residents will be able to travel between the two nations without having to quarantine from 19 April.

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the move on Tuesday.

Since October, New Zealand travellers have been allowed to enter most Australian states without quarantine, though this had not been reciprocated.

Both nations have since contained Covid outbreaks and kept infection rates near zero.

The countries shut their borders in March last year and brought in compulsory quarantine for returning nationals.

When outbreaks have emerged, both Australia and New Zealand have instated snap lockdowns to halt the virus from spreading.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-56645990

Subject: Re: India records more than 100,000 daily cases

Written By: nally on 04/06/21 at 5:56 pm


New York should do the same but I guess they're moving as slowly as possible.

Possibly due in part to the fact that it's one of the most populous states, like California.

There's now a potential to fully open everything back up in CA by mid-June...but everyone needs to be vaccinated first.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 04/06/21 at 8:03 pm


What's the difference? ???


I don't think there is any difference but if this jogger wants to get sick then that's on her.  My mother and I were just flabbergasted at this woman who was jogging right next to my mother and just not caring, not even paying attention.  ::) ::) ::) ::)

Subject: Covid: Brazil has more than 4,000 deaths in 24 hours for first time

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/21 at 1:03 am

Brazil has recorded more than 4,000 Covid-related deaths in 24 hours for the first time, as a more contagious variant fuels a surge in cases.

Hospitals are overcrowded, with people dying as they wait for treatment in some cities, and the health system is on the brink of collapse in many areas.

The country's total death toll is now almost 337,000, second only to the US.

But President Jair Bolsonaro continues to oppose any lockdown measures to curb the outbreak.

He argues that the damage to the economy would be worse than the effects of the virus itself, and has tried to revert some of the restrictions imposed by local authorities in the courts.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-56657818

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest around the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/21 at 2:53 am

Hungary is reopening shops and resuming services this morning as Covid restrictions are eased, even though the hospitals are full and some 250 people are dying every day. Hungary has a relatively high vaccination rate so Prime Minister Viktor Orban says he feels a “moral imperative” to open up.

Turkey has declared a record 49,584 new cases in the past 24 hours and another 211 deaths. It too is moving ahead fast with its vaccination campaign with more than 10 million people receiving a first dose.

The EU’s medicines agency EMA is expected to update its advice later today on the safety of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine after reports of rare blood clots. The agency has consistently said benefits of the drug outweigh the risks.

One of the favourites to replace Angela Merkel as Germany’s chancellor, Markus Söder, has backed a so-called “bridging lockdown” of two to three weeks until vaccinations help cut the rate of infection.The idea came from the leader of Merkel’s CDU party, Armin Laschet, even though he’s previously resisted calls for tougher measures. Infections in the past 24 hours are below 10,000, which is well down on a week ago. Germany’s network of family doctors has begun taking part in the vaccination campaign.

An overnight curfew in Hanover in northern Germany has been lifted after a court declared it probably unlawful. The court said existing measures had not properly been enforced and a curfew should only be seen as a last resort.

Two Italian police were hurt yesterday in scuffles during a Rome protest by traders and restaurant owners calling for a reopening of businesses. Extremist groups reportedly infiltrated the protest.

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has blamed the EU for the slow rollout of vaccinations. Italy blocked 250,000 Oxford-AstraZeneca doses last month but Morrison also says EU export controls have meant another 3.1 million doses are still to arrive. However, EU officials reportedly say it’s the drug’s producer and not them holding things up.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/07/21 at 3:53 am


I don't think there is any difference but if this jogger wants to get sick then that's on her.  My mother and I were just flabbergasted at this woman who was jogging right next to my mother and just not caring, not even paying attention.  ::) ::) ::) ::)


I don’t think there was realistically any risk to anyone. You were all outdoors, and they were moving past you, not standing in your way.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 04/07/21 at 3:06 pm


I don’t think there was realistically any risk to anyone. You were all outdoors, and they were moving past you, not standing in your way.


Yeah, that's true but there was no reason why this woman couldn't have jogged on the other side of the street unless something was preventing her from doing so.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/07/21 at 3:25 pm


Yeah, that's true but there was no reason why this woman couldn't have jogged on the other side of the street unless something was preventing her from doing so.


She could've done that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/07/21 at 4:18 pm


Yeah, that's true but there was no reason why this woman couldn't have jogged on the other side of the street unless something was preventing her from doing so.


But equally you could have walked on the other side of the street.  Also did you stay alongside your mother, or move in front/behind her to give the runner more room? We always do this when walking on narrow paths, but it is surprising how many people don’t do so.

I think you need to put this kind of thing into perspective otherwise you will be stressing yourself for no reason. Someone coming past you for a few seconds when you are outside is really no risk at all.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/21 at 5:33 am


But equally you could have walked on the other side of the street.  Also did you stay alongside your mother, or move in front/behind her to give the runner more room? We always do this when walking on narrow paths, but it is surprising how many people don’t do so.

I think you need to put this kind of thing into perspective otherwise you will be stressing yourself for no reason. Someone coming past you for a few seconds when you are outside is really no risk at all.
The joggers I have confront on my recent walks have been obliging and keeping their distance from me.

Subject: Covid: More than enough vaccines for under-30s

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/21 at 5:34 am

The UK has more than enough supply of the Pfizer and Moderna jabs to vaccinate all adults under 30, the health secretary has said.

The UK drugs regulator says people aged 18 to 29 should be offered a different vaccine due to evidence linking AstraZeneca jabs to blood clots.

Matt Hancock said the UK is on track to vaccinate all adults by 31 July.

He said the AstraZeneca jab remained safe and urged those who had received one dose to take up their second.

The UK's Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) said there was no proof the vaccine had caused the clots but the link was getting firmer, while the European Medicines Agency (EMA) have said the benefits of the jab outweighed the risks.

Mr Hancock said there was "no evidence" of rare blood clots after the second dose of the vaccine.

Full report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56672504

Subject: Buckingham Palace to open garden for summer picnics

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/21 at 9:54 am

Buckingham Palace will open its garden for visitors to explore without a tour guide for the first time, the Royal Collection Trust (RCT) has said.

The traditional summer opening of the palace's state rooms, which normally attracts thousands, has been cancelled for a second year due to the pandemic.

But garden visits will be offered from July to September, giving the paying public the chance to wander around the Queen's private 39-acre grounds.

Visitors can also picnic on the lawns, but barbecues, ball games and alcohol will be forbidden.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 53 Covid deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/21 at 12:38 pm

There have been a further 53 coronavirus related deaths in the UK, according to government daily statistics.

It takes the total number of deaths within 28 days of a positive Covid-19 test to 126,980.

There were also 3,030 new infections recorded.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/08/21 at 7:42 pm

7800 more cases in Michigan today, 73 more deaths. We are setting records with cases and test positivity rates.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/21 at 4:09 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/10/21 at 5:33 am

The number of first doses of vaccine in the U.K. is probably lower because many places are doing second doses now

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/21 at 5:36 am


The number of first doses of vaccine in the U.K. is probably lower because many places are doing second doses now
When I booked my second vaccination, I was told second doses have priority.

Subject: Covid-19: Why have deaths soared in Brazil?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/21 at 8:25 am

Brazil has the second highest death toll in the world from Covid, and experts are warning that a current surge in cases may not peak for several weeks.

The rapid spread of a coronavirus variant first discovered in Brazil has been a major cause for concern around the world.

President Jair Bolsonaro has consistently played down the severity of the virus, but he is now turning his focus to the nationwide vaccination drive which his critics say has come far too late.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-56663217

Subject: Coronavirus: UK reports largest number of second jabs in one day

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/10/21 at 2:14 pm

The UK has reported the largest number of second coronavirus vaccine doses given in a single day, according to the latest government data.

A total of 450,136 second doses were received on Friday - with 106,878 first doses also administered.

The previous record was set on Thursday when 449,269 second doses were reported - in addition to 96,242 first doses.

There were 2,589 new infections in the past 24 hours, and another 40 deaths within 28 days of a positive test.

The latest figures show that of the 39,001,554 vaccinations administered in the UK so far, 32,010,244 were first doses - a rise of 106,878 on Friday.

Meanwhile, 6,991,310 were second doses, a rise of 450,136.

After the latest figures, the UK's death toll stands at 127,080 and the total number of infections is 4,368,045.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56704539

Subject: Which rules in England are changing tomorrow?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/21 at 9:18 am

Stage two of England's lockdown easing begins tomorrow. So what's changing?

All shops will be allowed to open

Hairdressers, beauty salons and other close-contact services can open

Restaurants and pubs allowed to serve food and alcohol to customers sitting outdoors

Gyms and spas can reopen, as can zoos, theme parks, libraries and community centres

Members of the same household can take a holiday in England in self-contained accommodation

Non-essential journeys between England and Wales are allowed

Weddings - up to 15 people will be allowed

Funerals - up to 30 people, with 15 at wakes

Children will be able to attend any indoor children's activity

Care home visitors will increase to two per resident

Driving lessons can resume, with driving tests restarting on 22 April

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/21 at 1:14 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 04/11/21 at 1:38 pm


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Good to see the cases going downward.


Hopefully this week I can finally schedule my vaccinations!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/11/21 at 1:52 pm


Good to see the cases going downward.


Hopefully this week I can finally schedule my vaccinations!
Usually, as it has been over the last year, the figures are lower over the weekend, due to the processing of information is slower, places shut and reopen on the Monday.

But still good news to read.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 04/11/21 at 1:56 pm


Usually, as it has been over the last year, the figures are lower over the weekend, due to the processing of information is slower, places shut and reopen on the Monday

...which makes sense.



But still good news to read.

I agree. O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/11/21 at 7:03 pm

6900 new cases in Michigan today and 74 more deaths.

The local news ran a story saying they have to throw away doses because people won’t sign up. Which is BS. My buddy has been signed up on 2 different lists here and is still waiting. They keep holding out on people and wonder why our cases are in record numbers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: AmericanGirl on 04/11/21 at 9:04 pm


6900 new cases in Michigan today and 74 more deaths.

The local news ran a story saying they have to throw away doses because people won’t sign up. Which is BS. My buddy has been signed up on 2 different lists here and is still waiting. They keep holding out on people and wonder why our cases are in record numbers.


What do they think they're doing???        >:(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/21 at 3:13 am


6900 new cases in Michigan today and 74 more deaths.

The local news ran a story saying they have to throw away doses because people won’t sign up. Which is BS. My buddy has been signed up on 2 different lists here and is still waiting. They keep holding out on people and wonder why our cases are in record numbers.
It sounds to be not properly organised?

Subject: 'Behave responsibly' as lockdown eases - PM

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/21 at 3:20 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has urged people to "behave responsibly" as further Covid restrictions are eased around the country.

It's been more than three months since England entered its third lockdown on 6 January.

The PM said the rule relaxations were "a major step forward in our road map to freedom".

"I'm sure it will be a huge relief for those business owners who have been closed for so long, and for everyone else it's a chance to get back to doing some of the things we love and have missed," he said in a statement.

"I urge everyone to continue to behave responsibly and remember 'hands, face, space and fresh air' to suppress Covid as we push on with our vaccination programme."

Subject: Re: 'Behave responsibly' as lockdown eases - PM

Written By: Howard on 04/12/21 at 3:37 am


Prime Minister Boris Johnson has urged people to "behave responsibly" as further Covid restrictions are eased around the country.

It's been more than three months since England entered its third lockdown on 6 January.

The PM said the rule relaxations were "a major step forward in our road map to freedom".

"I'm sure it will be a huge relief for those business owners who have been closed for so long, and for everyone else it's a chance to get back to doing some of the things we love and have missed," he said in a statement.

"I urge everyone to continue to behave responsibly and remember 'hands, face, space and fresh air' to suppress Covid as we push on with our vaccination programme."



And always wear a mask.

Subject: UK sets new record for second doses

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/21 at 3:59 am

A record number of second doses of the coronavirus vaccine were administered on Saturday, latest government figures show.

Some 475,230 second doses were given in the UK, as well as 111,109 first doses.

So far, more than 32 million first doses and more than 7.4 million second doses have been given.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/21 at 4:02 am


A record number of second doses of the coronavirus vaccine were administered on Saturday, latest government figures show.

Some 475,230 second doses were given in the UK, as well as 111,109 first doses.

So far, more than 32 million first doses and more than 7.4 million second doses have been given.
I am getting mine tomorrow!

Subject: Crowded India festival goes ahead amid Covid scare

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/21 at 5:37 am

Away from the UK, tens of thousands of people have gathered to take a dip in the sacred Ganges river even as a deadly second Covid wave is sweeping India.

The devotees are marking the second day of an auspicious bathing day on Monday at Kumbh Mela in the town of Haridwar in the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand.

Police officials say they are struggling to impose Covid-19 safety protocols and fine violators due to the huge crowds at the site.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/ACED/production/_117996244_3.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-56713993

Subject: Re: 'Behave responsibly' as lockdown eases - PM

Written By: karen on 04/12/21 at 7:05 am


And always wear a mask.


That’s what the face bit of “hands, face, space” means

Subject: Bangladesh announces new lockdown from Wednesday

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/21 at 8:07 am

Bangladesh is to enter a strict eight-day lockdown from Wednesday, officials say, which will shutter all offices, and halt international and domestic transport.

Shops are also going to be closed, except those that sell food. Factories will be allowed to stay open, but only if companies can organise their own transport for workers.

The daily number of Covid cases in Bangladesh has increased seven-fold in the space of a month, while the daily number of deaths has doubled.

"There is no alternative now to this in order to curb the Covid-19 surge," Farhad Hossain, junior minister for public administration, said before the official government announcement.

The country, which has a population of 160 million, has recorded 684,756 cases and 9,739 deaths in total.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/21 at 11:26 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/12/21 at 11:42 am


It sounds to be not properly organised?


That’s true. They’ve said they don’t have a very organized way of notifying people. Until just a little bit ago they wouldn’t even let you pre register so your name was on the list when you became eligible. You just had to keep trying and getting turned down and I got a feeling a lot of people just gave up.

Subject: France's number of Covid-19 patients in hospital at 2021 high

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/21 at 12:12 pm

The number of patients with Covid-19 in intensive care units in France has increased by 78 to a new 2021 record of 5,916.

The French health ministry also reported 385 new coronavirus deaths in hospitals. There had been 176 on Sunday.

France has recorded 8,536 new cases, taking the total to 5,067,216.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): This day last year

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/12/21 at 1:24 pm


Boris Johnson has said he owes his life to the NHS staff treating him for coronavirus. The prime minister, 55, thanked medics at St Thomas' hospital in London, where he continues to recover after spending three nights in intensive care.
Thank goodness he never had the need to return

Subject: NHS vaccine booking website 'fixed' after 'crash'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/21 at 4:42 am


Shortly after it crashed, Vaccines Minister Nadhim Zahawi tweeted that the problem had been "fixed".

The NHS website for vaccination appointments has crashed after it updated to say those aged over 45 could book their jab.


Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Vaccines minister 'delighted' by milestone

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/21 at 6:04 am

Vaccines Minister Nadhim Zahawi tells MPs he is "absolutely delighted" that another milestone has been reached, with priority groups one to nine having been offered a vaccine.

He says 32 million people have received a first jab and more than 7.6 million of them have now received a second.

"We continue to focus to make sure no one gets left behind," adds Zahawi, speaking in the House of Commons.

The minister adds that Ramadan begins today, and the government is working with the Muslim community to put out the message that having the vaccine does not break the fast and is permissible.

"So come and get your vaccine," he says.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/13/21 at 7:25 am


I am getting mine tomorrow!


Good Luck.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/21 at 7:29 am


Good Luck.
Thank you, I have had it now, and can feel my arm, and taking it easy today.

Subject: Turkey to tighten Covid restrictions

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/21 at 7:29 am

Turkey will need stricter Covid restrictions to fight a "third peak" of the virus, the country's health minister Fahrettin Koca says.

A panel of scientists advising the government on the pandemic is recommending a series of tougher measures to combat the virus.

Koca doesn't provide details, but says more contagious variants are now dominant in Turkey.

He says the Coronavirus Science Council's recommendations will be presented to the cabinet today, adding: "This is the third peak in Turkey, and the fourth in Istanbul."

Turkey is the fourth-highest globally in new cases numbers, which hit almost 56,000 on Saturday - a five-fold jump from early March.

On 29 March Turkey announced weekend lockdowns and restrictions for restaurants and cafes during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan, which starts today.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 23 coronavirus deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/13/21 at 1:02 pm

There have been a further 23 coronavirus-related deaths in the UK, according to government data.

It means a total of 127,123 people have now died within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test.

A total of 2,472 new cases were detected.

Subject: 'Mix and match' UK Covid vaccine trial expanded

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/21 at 2:34 am

A major UK trial looking at whether Covid vaccines can be mixed with different types of jabs used for first and second doses is being expanded.

Combining vaccines might give broader, longer-lasting immunity against the virus and new variants of it, and offer more flexibility to vaccine rollout.

Adults over 50 who have had a first dose of Pfizer or AstraZeneca can apply to take part in the Com-Cov study.

Their second dose could be the same again, or a shot of Moderna or Novavax.

Chief investigator on the trial Prof Matthew Snape, from the Oxford Vaccine Group, said he hoped to recruit 1,050 volunteers who had already received one dose on the NHS in the past eight to 12 weeks.

More than 800 people are already taking part in the research and have received two doses of either Pfizer, AstraZeneca or a mix.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-56730526

Subject: South Africa and EU suspend J&J vaccine rollouts

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/21 at 2:46 am

Like the US, South Africa and the EU have paused their rollouts of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

There have been no cases of blood clots reported in South Africa, which was the first country to administer the vaccine.

Deliveries of the vaccine to the EU started just 24 hours before J&J said it would pause the European rollout.

The World Health Organization has told Reuters it is monitoring the situation and waiting for reports from the US and European regulators.

The J&J vaccine is yet to be approved in the UK, although 30 million doses have been pre-orderered.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Question?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/21 at 4:03 am

Is there a fourth wave of Covid-19 in Japan?

Subject: Government scientist 'very concerned' over variant cluster in London

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/21 at 5:48 am

The easing of lockdown may need to be reversed if coronavirus variants spread rapidly, a scientist advising the government has warned.

Prof Peter Openshaw told BBC Newsnight that he and his fellow scientists are "very concerned" after a cluster of cases of the South African coronavirus variant were found in Lambeth and Wandsworth in London.

Surge testing for those who live, work or travel through those areas is being made available and there is additional testing in an area of Southwark where a case linked to the other cluster has been identified.

Prof Openshaw, a member of the Covid-19 clinical information network, says they are "just hoping" the easing of lockdown will "be ok".

But he adds: "If we get rapid spread of the South African or other more resistant variants, it may well be that we are going to have to put the reductions of lockdown into reverse."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What's going on around the world?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/21 at 7:27 am

Here's what's happening around the world:

Denmark will permanently stop using AstraZeneca's Covid-19 vaccine, following concerns of rare cases of blood clotting. It has become the first country to completely remove the vaccine from its inoculation programme

US federal health regulators have recommended the Johnson & Johnson vaccine be paused while investigations take place into rare cases of blood clotting, similar to those related to AstraZeneca. Six cases have been detected in more than 6.8 million doses of the vaccine in the US. One woman died, and another is in a critical condition.

South Africa has temporarily stopped using the Johnson & Johnson vaccine following the blood clotting cases. It was the country's preferred vaccine, because studies show it offers more protection against the South African variant. Denmark has done the same, while J&J has said it will delay sending the vaccine to the European Union.

In India hundreds of people have tested positive for Covid-19 in the city of Haridwar after participating in the Kumbh Mela Hindu festival. More than three million devotees bathed in the Ganges river on Tuesday, and millions are expected to repeat the ritual on Wednesday. Many have criticised the government for allowing the festival to go ahead amid a raging pandemic.

Russian President Vladimir Putin says he has received his second dose of a Covid vaccine. “I hope, or rather I'm confident, that everything will be fine. And I wish you the same," he said at a meeting afterwards. Putin reportedly received his first dose of an unspecified Russian vaccine on 23 March

Poland has extended its lockdown rules until 25 April, after the country reported its second highest ever death toll on Wednesday, with 803 people. There were also 21,283 new cases, a 43% increase from the previous week.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 8 million in UK have second vaccine dose

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/21 at 10:17 am


More than eight million people have now had their second dose of a Covid vaccine, according to the latest government figures.

Some 8,170,081 people have had their second dose, and 32,326,604 have received their first.

Another 38 deaths were recorded in the UK of people who died within 28 days of testing positive for coronavirus, and a further 2,491 tested positive.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/14/21 at 11:15 am

8867 new cases in Michigan yesterday, 74 more deaths.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 8 million in UK have second vaccine dose

Written By: nally on 04/14/21 at 10:35 pm

I just made appointments to get my vaccinations!!!

My first one is this Fri. morning.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 04/15/21 at 3:41 am

My mom gets her first dose next week but most of the vaccine clinics in Toronto and the area have been closed due to a vaccine shortage.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/21 at 3:43 am


My mom gets her first dose next week but most of the vaccine clinics in Toronto and the area have been closed due to a vaccine shortage.
Remember to take painkillers to help with any side effects.

Subject: 82% of positive rapid tests 'were correct'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/21 at 4:27 am

Most positive rapid coronavirus tests taken since 8 March appear to have returned a correct result, according to data seen by the BBC.

Analysis of data from Public Health England shows 82% sent off for a confirmatory PCR test returned the same positive result.

All secondary school pupils in England have been asked to carry out two tests a week since schools reopened.

There had been concerns that many would have to self-isolate needlessly.

But this data suggests these fears may be unfounded.

Subject: London surge testing extended over South African variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/21 at 5:02 am

Surge testing is taking place in four London boroughs after cases of the Covid-19 South African variant were found.

Residents in some parts of Southwark and Barnet have become the latest to be targeted, with those in certain areas within the SE16 postcode in Southwark and N3 postcode in Barnet being urged to get tested.

They join two other London boroughs - Wandsworth and Lambeth, where 44 confirmed and 30 probable cases were identified.

People aged 11 and over in the four boroughs are being urged to take a PCR test even if they have no symptoms.

Subject: Japanese politician says Olympics could be cancelled

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/21 at 6:06 am

A senior member of Japan’s ruling party has said cancelling the Olympics remains a possibility if the coronavirus situation in Japan becomes too severe.

Toshiro Nikai is a very powerful politician in Japan’s ruling party, so his words carry weight.

In the TV interview he said the Olympics should be cancelled "without hesitation" if the virus situation in Japan becomes too severe.

“If the infections spreads because of the Olympics then I don’t see what the Olympics is for,” he said.

Nikai’s comments have been dismissed by other ruling party officials who told Japanese media the games will not be cancelled.

The governor of Tokyo said she thought Nikai had only meant that the virus must be contained by all means.

But the virus is not being contained. On Wednesday, Japan recorded nearly 5,500 new cases.

The so-called “Kent variant”, originally identified in England, is now the dominant strain in western Japan, and it is spreading fast in the greater Tokyo area.

Subject: Why are so many babies dying of Covid-19 in Brazil?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/21 at 6:59 am

Despite the overwhelming evidence that Covid-19 rarely kills young children, in Brazil 1,300 babies have died from the virus.

One doctor refused to test Jessika Ricarte's one-year-old son for Covid, saying his symptoms did not fit the profile of the virus. Two months later he died of complications from the disease.

Jessika feels sure that if Lucas had been given a Covid test when she had requested it back in early May he would have survived.

"It is important that doctors, even if they believe it is not Covid, do the test to eliminate the possibility," she says.

There is a misconception that children are at zero risk for Covid, says Dr Fatima Marinho, who is also a senior adviser to the international health NGO Vital Strategies.

Experts say the sheer number of Covid cases in the country - the second highest number in the world - have increased the likelihood that Brazil's babies and young children are affected.

Another problem driving the high rates in children is a lack of testing. Marinho says that for children often the Covid diagnosis comes too late, when they are already seriously ill.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India facing a 'Covid tsunami'

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/21 at 7:32 am

India's Covid caseload has risen sharply in the past few weeks. In January and February daily cases fell below 20,000, but the country has now registered 200,000 new cases for the first time.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 30 Covid deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/21 at 10:53 am

A further 30 people have died after contracting coronavirus in the UK, according to government daily statistics.

It brings the total number of deaths within 28 days of a positive Covid-19 test to 127,191.

There were also 2,672 new infections.

Subject: How many people have been vaccinated in the UK?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/15/21 at 1:06 pm

A total of 40,958,303 coronavirus vaccinations have been given in the UK, according to government figures.

That's 32,444,439 first doses and 8,513,864 second doses.

In England and Scotland, people aged 45 and over are now being invited to book their jabs.

In Northern Ireland, those aged 40-45 are eligible to get a Covid vaccine, while in some areas in Wales 40-49 year-olds are being invited.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 8 million in UK have second vaccine dose

Written By: nally on 04/15/21 at 6:30 pm


My mom gets her first dose next week but most of the vaccine clinics in Toronto and the area have been closed due to a vaccine shortage.

Yep, I've been hearing about vaccine shortages here too.

Subject: Re: How many people have been vaccinated in the UK?

Written By: nally on 04/15/21 at 6:31 pm


A total of 40,958,303 coronavirus vaccinations have been given in the UK, according to government figures.

That's 32,444,439 first doses and 8,513,864 second doses.

In England and Scotland, people aged 45 and over are now being invited to book their jabs.

In Northern Ireland, those aged 40-45 are eligible to get a Covid vaccine, while in some areas in Wales 40-49 year-olds are being invited.

That's good news!

As of today (Thursday), all people in the U.S. who are sixteen and over are now eligible.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 8 million in UK have second vaccine dose

Written By: Howard on 04/16/21 at 5:16 am


I just made appointments to get my vaccinations!!!

My first one is this Fri. morning.


Good Luck, hope it works out well.

Subject: Re: How many people have been vaccinated in the UK?

Written By: nally on 04/16/21 at 9:25 am


Good Luck, hope it works out well.

Thanks, it starts in less than four hours.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 8 million in UK have second vaccine dose

Written By: nally on 04/16/21 at 4:39 pm


Good Luck, hope it works out well.

It didn't go too badly at all! :)

One down, one to go. (Three weeks from now, I will get my second vaccination.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/23/21 at 1:25 am

There is a real crisis in India. Hospitals have been overwhelmed with cases and there is a critical shortage of oxygen, ICU beds and ventilators.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-56855387

A fire in an intensive care unit near Mumbai has killed 13 people.


The U.K. has put India on its travel red list meaning only U.K. citizens can fly to the U.K. from there. On arrival they must quarantine in a government approved hotel.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/23/21 at 7:17 am


There is a real crisis in India. Hospitals have been overwhelmed with cases and there is a critical shortage of oxygen, ICU beds and ventilators.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-56855387

A fire in an intensive care unit near Mumbai has killed 13 people.


The U.K. has put India on its travel red list meaning only U.K. citizens can fly to the U.K. from there. On arrival they must quarantine in a government approved hotel.


I saw a video report on this from Delhi and I almost cried https://mobile.twitter.com/NicolaCareem/status/1384979001324748805?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1384979001324748805%7Ctwgr%5E%7Ctwcon%5Es1_&ref_url=


Aerial view of mass cremations.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EzmGtEpVkAAYi3s?format=jpg&name=large

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 04/24/21 at 4:02 am


I saw a video report on this from Delhi and I almost cried

But....but.... It's all just fear mongering and just another flu.... really!!! ???


How some people are still not getting it is beyond me. ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: TheKid99 on 04/24/21 at 6:39 am

We are now witnessing the beginning of a mass collapse in the healthcare system of India even in well populated areas with adequate hospitals. What I am hearing from my Indian friends whose relatives still live in India is simply heartbreaking. The highest concentration of disease and death associated with such since the Spanish Flu is about to transpire in the next week or two.

The international community needs to step up.... TODAY..... or this will turn a catastrophic situation into a full blown humanitarian crisis not seen since the 2004 Tsunami.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 8 million in UK have second vaccine dose

Written By: nally on 04/24/21 at 11:09 am


But....but.... It's all just fear mongering and just another flu.... really!!! ???


How some people are still not getting it is beyond me. ::)

I think so too.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cricketers leave India in fear

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/21 at 3:50 am

Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson have joined fellow Australian Andrew Tye in ending their Indian Premier League (IPL) season early to return home.

India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, 34, also said he is taking a break from the IPL to support his family.

The news comes as India struggles with a surge in coronavirus cases.

Tye, who was with Rajasthan Royals, flew to Sydney on Sunday, citing the "stress of bubble life" and concerns about borders closing in Australia.

"I just thought I should try and get on the front foot and get home before I got locked out of the country," the seamer told Australian radio station SEN.

Tye, 34, who flew home via Mumbai and Doha, added: "There's definitely concerns. A lot of guys have been in touch once they've realised I was leaving.

"Some of the guys are very interested in what route I took home and how I approached it."
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/56884815

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cricketers leave India in fear

Written By: aja675 on 04/26/21 at 4:13 am


Adam Zampa and Kane Richardson have joined fellow Australian Andrew Tye in ending their Indian Premier League (IPL) season early to return home.

India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin, 34, also said he is taking a break from the IPL to support his family.

The news comes as India struggles with a surge in coronavirus cases.

Tye, who was with Rajasthan Royals, flew to Sydney on Sunday, citing the "stress of bubble life" and concerns about borders closing in Australia.

"I just thought I should try and get on the front foot and get home before I got locked out of the country," the seamer told Australian radio station SEN.

Tye, 34, who flew home via Mumbai and Doha, added: "There's definitely concerns. A lot of guys have been in touch once they've realised I was leaving.

"Some of the guys are very interested in what route I took home and how I approached it."
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/56884815
Oh wow, thanks to the Internet, I am only two degrees of separation away from that dude.  ;D

Subject: Covid: Pubs and restaurants reopen outdoors in Wales

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/21 at 4:23 am

Pubs, cafes and restaurants in Wales can reopen to customers outdoors from Monday.

Up to six people from six households will be able to meet, with social distancing and hygiene measures in place.

Outdoor attractions, such as zoos and theme parks, can also reopen under the latest easing of lockdown.

Wedding receptions and funerals can again be held outdoors at regulated premises with up to 30 people.

Organised outdoor activities, such as sport activities limited to 30 people, are also able to resume.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-56873223

Subject: 'Unprecedented' demand as pubs reopen in Scotland

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/21 at 5:32 am

The Carvale pub in Busby is anticipating a busy week, with pubs and restaurants in Scotland allowed to reopen for the first time in four months.

Owner Rick Houston says demand is "unprecedented" and the pub is fully booked tonight and over the weekend - although it is running at about 75% of normal capacity because of social distancing.

“We're really excited," he says. "It was the 9 October the last time we pulled a pint so we’re looking forward to welcoming our customers back.”

No alcohol is allowed to be served inside until at least 17 May - so most customers are enjoying a cup of tea or coffee instead. But many say they are planning to coming back for an outdoor pint later.

One says he is also looking forward to seeing his family in England, who he hasn't visited for over a year, with restrictions on non-essential travel to the rest of the UK also lifted today.

Subject: UK determined to offer help to India

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/21 at 5:56 am

The UK has been "pretty quick and determined" to offer help to India amid a devastating surge in cases there, the defence secretary has said.

The UK has begun sending ventilators and oxygen devices to the country, as hospitals struggle to cope with the number of coronavirus patients.

Appearing on BBC Breakfast, Ben Wallace was asked whether the UK should forgo the vaccine supplies that it has been promised which are being made in India.

He said one of the strength's of the UK's rollout was that it had a "diverse supply chain" and was not reliant on one type of vaccine.

He added that the Indian government had barred a number of exports of vaccines but he couldn't say for certain if that included to the UK.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cricketers leave India in fear

Written By: 2001 on 04/26/21 at 7:56 am


Oh wow, thanks to the Internet, I am only one degree of separation away from that dude.  ;D


I know who you're talking about, lol.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/21 at 8:02 am


I know who you're talking about, lol.
I do not know, am confused, and in one sense, do not wish to know...?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/26/21 at 8:04 am


I do not know, am confused, and in one sense, do not wish to know...?


We're acquainted with Adam Zampa's cousin (through the Internet).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/21 at 8:05 am


We're acquainted with Adam Zampa's cousin (through the Internet).
Adam Zampa as in the Australian cricketer?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 04/26/21 at 8:11 am


Adam Zampa as in the Australian cricketer?


Yep, the one.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/21 at 8:12 am


Yep, the one.
Oh!!!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/21 at 11:19 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/1CFD/production/_118212470_uk_card_with_vax_2doses_26apr-nc.png

Subject: Re: UK reports 6 Covid deaths

Written By: karen on 04/26/21 at 11:24 am


Six people were reported on Monday to have died with coronavirus within 28 days of a positive test and there were 2,064 new cases, according to government figures.


In the U.K. I assume you mean.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Nature valued more than ever in lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/26/21 at 2:20 pm

If spending time in nature and the outdoors has helped you through lockdown, you're not alone - at least according to a survey from the Office of National Statistics (ONS). More than 40% of people in England say nature, wildlife and local green spaces became even more important to them since coronavirus restrictions began. The ONS said changes in personal behaviour could mean people in the UK would continue to value and interact with nature on a much greater scale than before the pandemic. "What we do not know yet is whether the changes brought on by lockdown will be a temporary trend, or a new way of life," the ONS said.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The main UK headlines

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/21 at 6:27 am

The main UK headlines:

All fixed penalty notices issued for Covid lockdown breaches should be reviewed, MPs and peers on the Joint Committee on Human Rights say

Prime Minister Boris Johnson will chair a cabinet meeting later amid claims over his conduct, including that he once said he would rather see "bodies pile high" than approve a third Covid lockdown. He denies saying it.

There is growing evidence that the past year of lockdowns has impacted young children's language skills, according to research

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Round-up from around the globe

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/21 at 6:45 am

Here is a round-up of some of the latest developments around the World:

The first shipment of medical supplies from Britain has arrived in India, as the country battles a devastating second wave of coronavirus

Meanwhile, the World Health Organization chief calls the situation in India "beyond heartbreaking"
Australia suspends direct flights from India to prevent more virulent coronavirus variants

The United States will share up to 60 million doses of its AstraZeneca vaccine with other countries as they become available, the White House says

Brazil's health regulator rejects requests from several states to import Russia's Sputnik V vaccine, stating that it does not have the data required to verify its safety and efficacy

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fewest UK Covid deaths since October

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/21 at 6:57 am

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has announced 402 deaths involving Covid-19 were registered in the UK in the week to 16 April.

That’s the lowest figure since the start of October, and down by more than 95% from January’s peak.

The week-on-week changes aren’t as impressive.

The week before saw 422 deaths registered, so only a change of 20.

But the ONS warns that the recent trends should be “treated with caution” since the Easter bank holidays are still playing through in the figures.

Registry offices closed over Good Friday and Easter Monday and some of the deaths that were not registered in those weeks are still trickling into the system.

This also complicates any comparisons to the average levels of death in recent years, since Easter falls in a different week every year.

Subject: What is happening with the EU vaccine rollout?

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/21 at 11:06 am

The rollout of Covid vaccines in European Union (EU) countries is picking up speed, after a slow start.

About 123 million doses had been administered across the EU by 23 April, after initial delays in vaccine production and distribution.

Another factor has been vaccine hesitancy in some countries.

In June 2020, all 27 member states joined a scheme giving the EU central responsibility for buying vaccines.

However, the EU was slower than the UK to negotiate a contract with AstraZeneca and there were supply problems.

Its deals with Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna also saw early problems with production and distribution.

In February, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen acknowledged the EU's vaccine difficulties, saying: "We were late to authorise. We were too optimistic when it came to massive production and perhaps too confident that what we ordered would actually be delivered on time."

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/4/27/b8b0b7db-fa81-49b9-9b4a-59f6e0a8e76b.png

However, over the last few weeks, the daily number of doses has gone up considerably.

In the week to 23 April, Hungary administered 0.87 jabs per 100 people a day, the highest number in Europe.

The UK administered 0.72 in the same week.

France, Germany and the Netherlands have also ramped up their vaccination programmes.

Hungary also has one of the highest proportions of fully vaccinated people - 16% by 24 April.

The UK has fully vaccinated 18% of its population and the EU 9%.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/21 at 11:42 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/4/27/1eca1812-12db-4ed1-a03b-486cc1b9d321.png

Subject: Re: What is happening with the EU vaccine rollout?

Written By: 2001 on 04/27/21 at 12:32 pm


The rollout of Covid vaccines in European Union (EU) countries is picking up speed, after a slow start.

About 123 million doses had been administered across the EU by 23 April, after initial delays in vaccine production and distribution.

Another factor has been vaccine hesitancy in some countries.

In June 2020, all 27 member states joined a scheme giving the EU central responsibility for buying vaccines.

However, the EU was slower than the UK to negotiate a contract with AstraZeneca and there were supply problems.

Its deals with Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna also saw early problems with production and distribution.

In February, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen acknowledged the EU's vaccine difficulties, saying: "We were late to authorise. We were too optimistic when it came to massive production and perhaps too confident that what we ordered would actually be delivered on time."

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/4/27/b8b0b7db-fa81-49b9-9b4a-59f6e0a8e76b.png

However, over the last few weeks, the daily number of doses has gone up considerably.

In the week to 23 April, Hungary administered 0.87 jabs per 100 people a day, the highest number in Europe.

The UK administered 0.72 in the same week.

France, Germany and the Netherlands have also ramped up their vaccination programmes.

Hungary also has one of the highest proportions of fully vaccinated people - 16% by 24 April.

The UK has fully vaccinated 18% of its population and the EU 9%.


Canada is also a comeback kid!  8)

G20 countries:

https://i.imgur.com/9RQ7Fl3.png

Subject: Re: What is happening with the EU vaccine rollout?

Written By: Elor on 04/27/21 at 12:39 pm


Canada is also a comeback kid!  8)

G20 countries:

https://i.imgur.com/9RQ7Fl3.png
That chart is overkill. It's so overloaded that one can't get information out of it without spending serious time with a magnifying glass. Sometimes less is more. ::)

Subject: Re: What is happening with the EU vaccine rollout?

Written By: 2001 on 04/27/21 at 2:05 pm


That chart is overkill. It's so overloaded that one can't get information out of it without spending serious time with a magnifying glass. Sometimes less is more. ::)


Yeah it is hard to read. You can add and remove countries here https://ourworldindata.org/covid-vaccinations

Subject: Covid-19: Vaccine offered to 42-year-olds in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/27/21 at 3:56 pm

People aged 42 and over in England are now able to book their Covid-19 jab, the health secretary has said.

Those who are due to turn 42 by 1 July are also eligible to make an appointment under the latest extension of the vaccine rollout.

Matt Hancock, who is 42, said he was "really looking forward" to receiving his invitation via text and urged others to book their jabs.

Meanwhile, one in four UK adults have now had both of their Covid jabs.

More than 33.8 million people in the UK have received their first dose, while more than 13.2 million have received two, according to the latest government figures.

They also show that a further 17 people have died within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test and 2,685 new cases were recorded.

The extension of the rollout comes just a day after vaccinations were opened to 44-year-olds in England.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56899901

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 04/27/21 at 9:19 pm

Our cases in Michigan are going down but deaths are going up. 3700 cases and 105 deaths today.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Cricketers among Australians stranded in India

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/21 at 12:44 am

Australia joined other nations yesterday in announcing restrictions on arrivals from India.

But the two-week pause on all India flights - including repatriations - leaves 9,000 Australian nationals trapped in the country, many of whom have been trying to get home for months already.

Some cricketers – who went over last month for the Indian Premier League- are among those stranded.

One batsman, Chris Lynn, requested a chartered flight to return home which has been criticised by other Australians online.

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has also said cricketers will not get preferential treatment.

Subject: India Covid variant found in at least 17 countries

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/21 at 1:23 am

A Covid variant first found in India has now been detected in at least 17 countries, according to the World Health Organisation.

The WHO said the B.1.617 variant had been dectected in over 1,200 sequences, most of which were "uploaded from India, the United Kingdom, USA and Singapore".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India surpasses 200,000 deaths amid surge

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/21 at 2:15 am

India's death toll due to Covid has now passed the 200,000 mark and it has seen more cases in the past seven days than any other country in the world. People have died waiting for beds, oxygen supplies are running low and hospitals are under immense strain from new patients.

Subject: Covid: One dose of vaccine halves transmission - study

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/21 at 3:17 am

A single dose of a coronavirus vaccine can reduce household transmission of the virus by up to half, a study shows.

Those given a first dose of either the Pfizer or AstraZeneca vaccines - and who became infected three weeks later - were between 38% and 49% less likely to pass the virus on than unvaccinated people, PHE found.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock described the study's results as "terrific news".

He has urged "everybody to get their vaccines as soon as they are eligible".

In the study, protection against Covid was seen from about 14 days after vaccination, with similar levels of protection regardless of age of cases or contacts, PHE said in a statement.

It added that this protection was on top of the reduced risk of a vaccinated person developing symptomatic infection in the first place, which is around 60 to 65% - four weeks after one dose of either vaccine.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-56904993

Subject: Covid vaccine: Sore arm and headache most common side effects

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/21 at 4:54 am

The most common side effects of the Covid-19 vaccines are pain or tenderness at the injection site - in other words, a sore arm - a UK study has suggested.

Roughly one in four people had wider effects like fever, headache, nausea and fatigue.

But these only lasted on average for one day.

Researchers involved in the ZOE Covid Symptom Study app saw fewer reactions than were seen in clinical trials.

Confidence in the vaccines has continued to grow since the end of last year, with more than 80% saying they believe the vaccines are safe and effective, compared with about 70% who said the same towards the end of 2020, according to a survey of 5,000 people.

The survey, run in association with the National Institute for Health Research, found twice as many people say they want to have the vaccine as soon as possible - although the number of people saying they would actively prefer the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine has fallen.

The ZOE study researchers looked at self-reported symptoms in 627,383 people using their app in the eight days after being vaccinated.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-56901356

Subject: Covid vaccine: Sore arm and headache most common side effectsI

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/21 at 4:54 am


The most common side effects of the Covid-19 vaccines are pain or tenderness at the injection site - in other words, a sore arm - a UK study has suggested.

Roughly one in four people had wider effects like fever, headache, nausea and fatigue.

But these only lasted on average for one day.

Researchers involved in the ZOE Covid Symptom Study app saw fewer reactions than were seen in clinical trials.

Confidence in the vaccines has continued to grow since the end of last year, with more than 80% saying they believe the vaccines are safe and effective, compared with about 70% who said the same towards the end of 2020, according to a survey of 5,000 people.

The survey, run in association with the National Institute for Health Research, found twice as many people say they want to have the vaccine as soon as possible - although the number of people saying they would actively prefer the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine has fallen.

The ZOE study researchers looked at self-reported symptoms in 627,383 people using their app in the eight days after being vaccinated.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-56901356
I still feel my arm.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/28/21 at 7:34 am

If you're fully vaccinated, you can remove your mask when you're not around a crowd but other times you must keep it on.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/21 at 7:44 am


If you're fully vaccinated, you can remove your mask when you're not around a crowd but other times you must keep it on.
Even if fully vaccinated, you can still catch the virus, but the your body fully immunised will fight the virus, but you still suffer from it, but not as serious for hospital needs.

Subject: Re: India Covid variant found in at least 17 countries

Written By: karen on 04/28/21 at 7:47 am


A Covid variant first found in India has now been detected in at least 17 countries, according to the World Health Organisation.

The WHO said the B.1.617 variant had been dectected in over 1,200 sequences, most of which were "uploaded from India, the United Kingdom, USA and Singapore".


At least three cases have been detected in the city near me.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/21 at 7:56 am


At least three cases have been detected in the city near me.
Please. please. please, take good care.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 04/28/21 at 9:52 am


Please. please. please, take good care.


We went to the shopping centre once last summer I think, but otherwise have avoided the city centre.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 29 further Covid deaths in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/21 at 10:54 am

Another 29 people died in the UK within 28 days of testing positive for the virus bringing the UK total to 127,480, according to the latest government figures.

A further 2,166 people tested positive.

A further 379,265 people have been given their second dose of the vaccine, bringing the total number of people who've had both doses in the UK to 13,581,076, the figures show.

Almost 34 million people - 33,959,908 - have now had their first jab.

Subject: Covid: UK orders 60m extra Pfizer doses for booster jabs

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/28/21 at 1:21 pm

An extra 60 million doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid vaccine have been ordered by the UK government as it puts together plans for a vaccination booster programme in the autumn.

It brings the total number of Pfizer doses ordered by the UK to 100 million.

The expectation is that the most vulnerable groups will be offered another jab before next winter.

Nearly two-thirds of UK adults have received one dose of a Covid vaccine with a quarter having had two.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock told a Downing Street briefing the booster programme would "keep us safe and free here while we get this disease under control across the world".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-56921018

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): 29 further Covid deaths in UK

Written By: nally on 04/28/21 at 8:10 pm


Another 29 people died in the UK within 28 days of testing positive for the virus bringing the UK total to 127,480, according to the latest government figures.

A further 2,166 people tested positive.

A further 379,265 people have been given their second dose of the vaccine, bringing the total number of people who've had both doses in the UK to 13,581,076, the figures show.

Almost 34 million people - 33,959,908 - have now had their first jab.


Good to know that more and more people are getting vaccinated. It appears that way in the States as well. O0

There are still, of course, new Covid cases sprouting up, but the intra-day numbers for that are low now. (That is, locally to me.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/29/21 at 7:24 am

How many people were vaccinated 100 years ago compared to now?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/21 at 10:19 am


How many people were vaccinated 100 years ago compared to now?  ???
This report from April 2020 (which at that time there was no COVID-19 vaccine), states there were no vaccines for the Spanish flu.

https://www.biospace.com/article/compare-1918-spanish-influenza-pandemic-versus-covid-19/#:~:text=Demographics%20of%20the%20Pandemics&text=There%20were%20no%20vaccines%20for,no%20vaccines%20for%20COVID%2D19.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 22 further deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/21 at 10:35 am

Another 2,445 positive coronavirus tests have been recorded in the UK, along with 22 deaths of patients who'd tested positive in the previous 28 days.

The latest government figures also show 34,094,048 people have received a first dose of the coronavirus vaccine now - with 14,043,961 having also had their second dose.

Subject: Covid: Turkey enters first full lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/29/21 at 1:36 pm

The streets were crowded, the shopping centres busy and the traffic heavy.

Some flocked to the main bus terminal to get out of Istanbul, while others tried to stockpile alcohol amid news of a "booze ban".

This was the mood in the hours before Turkey went into its first full pandemic lockdown, to curb a surge in infections and deaths.

WhatsApp groups have been dominated by messages about how life will be in the coming days.

This time last year, Turkey was seen as a success story for its early combative action and was even praised by the WHO.

One year on, it is among the countries worst affected by Covid, with the highest infection rate in Europe.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-56912668

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 04/29/21 at 1:39 pm


This report from April 2020 (which at that time there was no COVID-19 vaccine), states there were no vaccines for the Spanish flu.

https://www.biospace.com/article/compare-1918-spanish-influenza-pandemic-versus-covid-19/#:~:text=Demographics%20of%20the%20Pandemics&text=There%20were%20no%20vaccines%20for,no%20vaccines%20for%20COVID%2D19.

And there was no Anthony Fauci as he was born 22 years after The Spanish Flu.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 22 further deaths

Written By: nally on 05/01/21 at 10:55 am

My boss is getting her first vaccination this weekend. I wished her well, as did my other coworker. :)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/21 at 12:41 am

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Subject: Third Covid jab 'for over 50s in autumn' to prevent another cancelled Christmas

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/21 at 1:03 am

A third Covid jab will be offered to everyone over the age of 50 in a bid to wipe out the virus by Christmas, it has been reported.

Trials are said to be under way to both research specially modified vaccines to tackle new variants and analyse the effects of a third shot as part of a course of inoculations.

The research is said to be supervised by Chris Whitty, the chief medical officer for England.

In the UK three different vaccines are currently being used to protect against coronavirus - Pfizer-BioNTech, Oxford-AstraZeneca and Moderna.

As part of the mass inoculation effort nearly 35 million first doses of a Covid vaccine have been given, as well as 15.6 million second doses administered.

https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/third-covid-jab-for-over-24040314

Subject: How India descended into Covid-19 chaos

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/21 at 2:06 am

On Monday, a senior official from India's federal government told journalists that there was no shortage of oxygen in Delhi or anywhere else in the country.

As he spoke, several small hospitals - only a few miles from where he stood in the capital - were sending out desperate messages about them running out of oxygen, putting patients' lives at risk.

The chief doctor of one of the hospitals - a specialist paediatric facility - told the BBC that "our hearts were in our mouths" because of the risk of children dying. They got supplies just in time, after a local politician intervened.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-56977653

Subject: Covid in Scotland: 46 cases linked to Elgin Academy

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/21 at 7:10 am

More than 40 Covid cases have been linked to a school in Moray, an area where it has been warned level three restrictions may have to remain.

NHS Grampian said 46 cases had been associated with Elgin Academy since 10 April.

Moray's rate was originally among the lowest in Scotland, but is now standing at more than three times the national average.

Public health officials are meeting to discuss the situation.

Scotland is due to move to level two on 17 May.

However, a senior public health official warned earlier this week that level three Covid restrictions could remain in Moray if infection rates do not come down.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-north-east-orkney-shetland-56994830

Subject: Nearly a third of UK adults have second jab

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/21 at 10:35 am

More than 30% of UK adults have now received the second dose of a Covid vaccine, the official data shows.

Another 257,486 people had their second jab on Tuesday, meaning 15,630,007 people, or 30.2% of all adults, have had both vaccinations.

A total of 127,170 people received their first dose, the latest figures show, taking that measurement to 34,667,904 (66.1% of all adults).

It means 50,682,567 first and second doses have been given across the UK.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/21 at 1:51 pm

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Obese men at greater risk than obese women - study

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/21 at 10:46 am


Obese men are at a greater risk of severe Covid-19 and death than obese women, research has suggested.

The data found that obese men with a body mass index (BMI) of 35 or more had a "significant association with higher in-hospital mortality" - while for women, those with that link had a BMI of 40 or more.

Researchers also found that obesity may be a stronger risk factor for severe Covid pneumonia and the need for a ventilator in men than in women.

The study looked at data from 3,530 patients in hospital with Covid-19.

It was carried out by a team at Montefiore Medical Centre in the Bronx, New York, with patients admitted from 10 March to 1 May last year.

The authors of the study, published in the European Journal of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, suggested obesity could lead to poor Covid outcomes due to factors including poorer lung function and increased work of breathing.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/06/21 at 12:28 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Obese men at greater risk than obese women - study

Written By: Howard on 05/06/21 at 2:08 pm


Obese men are at a greater risk of severe Covid-19 and death than obese women, research has suggested.

The data found that obese men with a body mass index (BMI) of 35 or more had a "significant association with higher in-hospital mortality" - while for women, those with that link had a BMI of 40 or more.

Researchers also found that obesity may be a stronger risk factor for severe Covid pneumonia and the need for a ventilator in men than in women.

The study looked at data from 3,530 patients in hospital with Covid-19.

It was carried out by a team at Montefiore Medical Centre in the Bronx, New York, with patients admitted from 10 March to 1 May last year.

The authors of the study, published in the European Journal of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases, suggested obesity could lead to poor Covid outcomes due to factors including poorer lung function and increased work of breathing.

I'm afraid for My Father cause both My Parents got The Covid last year now they're much better but what happens when they or one of them might get it again?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Obese men at greater risk than obese women - study

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/06/21 at 4:41 pm


I'm afraid for My Father cause both My Parents got The Covid last year now they're much better but what happens when they or one of them might get it again?


Hopefully it won’t be as bad because their bodies have learned how to deal with it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Obese men at greater risk than obese women - study

Written By: nally on 05/06/21 at 8:04 pm


I'm afraid for My Father cause both My Parents got The Covid last year now they're much better but what happens when they or one of them might get it again?

Have either of them received the vaccination yet?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Obese men at greater risk than obese women - study

Written By: Howard on 05/07/21 at 7:29 am


Have either of them received the vaccination yet?

Yes, they both got the vaccination.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Obese men at greater risk than obese women - study

Written By: Howard on 05/07/21 at 7:30 am


Hopefully it won’t be as bad because their bodies have learned how to deal with it.

My Father is "obese" but he's not at the point as being "morbidly obese".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Obese men at greater risk than obese women - study

Written By: nally on 05/07/21 at 6:23 pm


Yes, they both got the vaccination.

Excellent! O0

And I got my 2nd one just over an hour ago!! Yay me! :)

Subject: India coronavirus variant must be 'handled carefully'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/21 at 1:08 am

The Prime Minister has said the government needs to carefully handle outbreaks of the India variant of coronavirus in the UK.

It comes as Public Health England (PHE) said one version of it had been elevated to a "variant of concern".

B.1.617.2 appears to be spreading more quickly than two other identified subtypes of the Indian variant.

Scientists believe it is at least as transmissible as the variant first detected in Kent last year.

Boris Johnson said the government needs to think "very carefully" about the public health response.

"We're doing a huge amount, obviously, to make sure that when we do find outbreaks of the Indian variant that we do surge testing, that we do door-to-door testing," he said.

PHE said there was currently "insufficient evidence" to indicate that any of the variants recently detected in India cause more severe disease or make current vaccines any less effective.

Scientists are now carrying out laboratory testing to better understand the impact of the mutations on the behaviour of the virus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57016110

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/21 at 1:10 am

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What we're expecting to hear from PM

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/21 at 6:17 am

We're due to hear from Boris Johnson later as he confirms what will be allowed in the next stage of England's lockdown easing. Here's what he's expected to say:

# There can be a further relaxation of measures from 17 May, which could include being able to hug friends and family

# People will be able to meet in groups of up to 30 outdoors, while six people or two households can meet indoors

# Up to 30 people are to be allowed to attend weddings, receptions and wakes, as well as funerals

# People will be able to stay overnight with those not in their household or bubble

# Pubs, bars and restaurants can open indoors

# Cinemas and soft play areas will reopen

# Ministers are agreeing on the next steps this morning

# One of the key areas people will be interested in is no doubt the hugging guidance.

But a government science adviser said that if hugs are allowed, they should be selective, brief, and should avoid face-to-face contact to minimise the risk of spreading the virus.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/21 at 12:25 pm

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PM announces 'single biggest step' on roadmap

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/21 at 12:26 pm


We're due to hear from Boris Johnson later as he confirms what will be allowed in the next stage of England's lockdown easing. Here's what he's expected to say:

# There can be a further relaxation of measures from 17 May, which could include being able to hug friends and family

# People will be able to meet in groups of up to 30 outdoors, while six people or two households can meet indoors

# Up to 30 people are to be allowed to attend weddings, receptions and wakes, as well as funerals

# People will be able to stay overnight with those not in their household or bubble

# Pubs, bars and restaurants can open indoors

# Cinemas and soft play areas will reopen

# Ministers are agreeing on the next steps this morning

# One of the key areas people will be interested in is no doubt the hugging guidance.

But a government science adviser said that if hugs are allowed, they should be selective, brief, and should avoid face-to-face contact to minimise the risk of spreading the virus.
Boris Johnson has confirmed people in England will be able to hug loved ones, dine inside restaurants, drink inside pubs, and go abroad on holiday from next Monday. Speaking at a Downing Street news conference, he said the 17 May easing was the "single biggest step" on the roadmap so far. On hugging, people should consider the vulnerability of their loved ones and use common sense, the PM added. Zero coronavirus deaths were announced in England, Scotland and Northern Ireland on Monday, while there were four in Wales. It is likely that there were deaths since Sunday and these could be accounted for in the coming days, however. Meanwhile, people in Scotland will be able to travel to some international destinations without having to quarantine on their return, the BBC understands. The move will come into effect on 24 May. And here's some more on the science of why we've been missing hugs.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What we're expecting to hear from PM

Written By: Howard on 05/10/21 at 3:07 pm


We're due to hear from Boris Johnson later as he confirms what will be allowed in the next stage of England's lockdown easing. Here's what he's expected to say:

# There can be a further relaxation of measures from 17 May, which could include being able to hug friends and family

# People will be able to meet in groups of up to 30 outdoors, while six people or two households can meet indoors

# Up to 30 people are to be allowed to attend weddings, receptions and wakes, as well as funerals

# People will be able to stay overnight with those not in their household or bubble

# Pubs, bars and restaurants can open indoors

# Cinemas and soft play areas will reopen

# Ministers are agreeing on the next steps this morning

# One of the key areas people will be interested in is no doubt the hugging guidance.

But a government science adviser said that if hugs are allowed, they should be selective, brief, and should avoid face-to-face contact to minimise the risk of spreading the virus.

Is that good for you?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/21 at 5:45 am


Is that good for you?
Not in my opinion...

Subject: New virus variants causing concern in Africa

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/21 at 5:46 am

Experts believe the spread of new coronavirus variants in Africa has contributed to an increase in both cases and deaths reported across the continent.

There's also concern that these variants can't easily be tracked because the testing required to identify them isn't widely available.

The new wave of infections in Africa is thought to be partly associated with the emergence of some variants that are more transmissible.

Uganda was the first country on the continent to confirm the presence of a variant first identified in India late last year, in a sample taken from a traveller.

Another variant of the virus which emerged in South Africa last year contributed to record case numbers in the southern African region, according to the World Health Organization.

This variant has also been recorded in more than 20 other African countries.

It's highly likely to have reached other countries, but few are able to carry out the specialised genomic sequencing to detect coronavirus variants.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-53181555

Subject: Covid in Scotland: Variant detected in Highlands cluster

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/21 at 6:25 am

A new variant of Covid-19 has been detected affecting a small cluster of cases in Grantown-on-Spey in the Highlands.

NHS Highland said it was a variant under investigation (VUI) and was one of a number of strains different from the main ones circulating in the UK.

The health board is making asymptomatic testing - tests for people without symptoms - available in Grantown.

Appointments will be available at a mobile testing unit.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-57070599

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Rules for reopening cinemas 'impractical'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/21 at 7:36 am

Cinemas are set to reopen in England, Scotland and Wales from next Monday - but there's been a bit of a backlash to the rules in Wales.

The UK Cinema Association says regulations are stricter in Wales than the other nations, with venues having to follow the same rules as indoor hospitality.

Phil Clapp, chief executive of the association which represents 90% of the industry including big cinema chains, says because many cinemas are licensed for the sale of alcohol Welsh officials "lumped them in" with pubs and restaurants.

So only a "small minority" of Welsh cinemas will be able to reopen next week because of these extra rules.

The Welsh government - which is due to confirm on 13 May whether the lockdown easing will go ahead on 17 May - says cinemas will open "when safe to do so".

Subject: Italy's Berlusconi 'readmitted to hospital'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/21 at 10:38 am

Italy's former Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has been readmitted to hospital in connection with the after-affects of Covid, just days after being discharged, according to reports.

It is the third time that the 84-year-old has been hospitalised over the coronavirus.

Berlusconi was treated for early-stage double pneumonia after testing positive for Covid-19 last October. Last month, he underwent 24 days of tests at the San Raffaele Hospital in Milan before being released again on 1 May.

Today, a source close to Berlusconi's right-wing Forza Italia party said he was back at the same hospital for reasons related to his Covid recovery, AFP news agency reports.

Berlusconi, a billionaire who served as Italian prime minister four times and used to own AC Milan football team, was due to attend a court hearing on Thursday in a case related to his alleged "bunga bunga" parties.

Hearings have previously been postponed because of his ill health.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/21 at 1:37 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 05/11/21 at 8:02 pm


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Good to see it trending downward. O0

Subject: Covid: Will UK vaccine success keep virus at bay?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/21 at 5:11 am

Next week will see the most significant lifting of restrictions yet in England, with indoor mixing to be allowed. The rest of the UK is making similar steps.

It means the onus is increasingly shifting on to the vaccines, rather than social distancing and restrictions, to keep the virus at bay. How well do they work? And is there now enough immunity in the population to protect us.

More info:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57073312

Subject: Coronavirus public inquiry to be held in spring 2022

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/21 at 8:00 am

An independent public inquiry into the handling of the coronavirus pandemic will be held in spring 2022, Prime Minister Boris Johnson has told MPs.

Mr Johnson said the government was "fully committed to learning the lessons at every stage of this crisis".

The inquiry will place "the state's actions under the microscope", he added, and take evidence under oath.

But Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer questioned why the inquiry could not start earlier, such as later in 2021.

He also urged the government to consult the affected families at the earliest moment.

The Covid-19 Bereaved Families for Justice UK group has been lobbying for a meeting with Mr Johnson since last summer, and for the launch of an urgent independent investigation into the pandemic.

The group has been calling for the inquiry to begin this summer, saying that learning lessons from the pandemic "is critical to saving lives now and in the future".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57088314

Subject: India death toll passes quarter of a million

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/21 at 10:30 am

India has seen its deadliest 24 hours of the pandemic yet, as the country's total number of Covid fatalities passed 250,000.

Deaths increased by a record 4,205 while infections rose 348,421 to more than 23 million. Experts believe the death toll could actually be much higher.

A second wave of the virus is ravaging parts of the country, with deaths rising significantly in recent weeks. There are shortages of medicines, hospital beds and oxygen, and most of the country's crematoriums have run out of spaces.

Subject: Nepal faces its own Covid crisis

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/21 at 11:22 am

While much of the world's attention in recent weeks has been focused on India's Covid plight, its small northern neighbour Nepal has been facing its own crisis.

The Himalayan nation of about 30 million people is one of the least developed countries in the world, and it relies on India for supplies of medical equipment and oxygen.

And as India stops exports, Nepal is struggling to find alternatives. Meanwhile nearly one in two of its citizens are testing positive for the virus.

More than 4,000 people have died and many more deaths are expected.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/12/21 at 2:54 pm

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Subject: More Indian variant cases found in Northern Ireland

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/21 at 6:03 am

There has been an increase in the number of cases of the Indian variant of coronavirus in Northern Ireland.

BBC News NI has been told there are now at least 12 cases of the variant first identified in India.

Last week, the authorities confirmed seven people had tested positive.

It is unclear whether the additional cases are linked and the Public Health Agency would not confirm where they were found or how many were linked to travel.

While there has been a small increase in the overall number of positive Covid-19 cases in NI, it is understood health officials at this stage are not overly concerned.

Elsewhere in the UK, the number of cases of the Indian variant is rising at worrying rates including in Bolton, north-west England.

Subject: Rising cases in Glasgow 'may involve Indian variant'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/21 at 6:14 am

A rise in coronavirus cases in Glasgow may involve the Indian variant, a public health expert says.

Prof Linda Bauld, from Edinburgh University, says the B16172 variant, first identified in India, "may be some of the cases" in the south side of the city, where there has been a "big rise".

She tells BBC Radio Scotland the Indian variant may be more transmissible than the variant first identified in Kent, which is now dominant in the UK.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says the situation in Glasgow is being monitored "very closely" amid concern about the Indian variant.

It comes as most of Scotland is due to move down to level two Covid restrictions on Monday, allowing up to six people from no more than three households to socialise indoors.

The case rate in Glasgow is currently above the threshold for moving to level two - but so far ministers have said only Moray will remain in level three.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Today's news in brief

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/21 at 12:19 pm

# The government is keeping a close eye on the Indian variant amid concerns over its spread in the UK

# No 10 said it hadn't ruled out surge vaccinations as a way to deal with cases of this mutation

# Spectators could be allowed at outdoor sports events in Northern Ireland from 24 May, the BBC understands

# A review has found that the NHS contact-tracing app prevented thousands of coronavirus deaths

# Package holiday firms have been warned they must be ready to refund consumers if foreign trips are cancelled by the pandemic this summer

# The Champions League final between Chelsea and Manchester City has been moved from Istanbul to Porto because of Covid restrictions

# And Hungary has started giving Covid vaccinations to 16-18-year-olds today, with a warning that unless they have the jabs they won't be able to go to bars or music festivals this summer

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/13/21 at 12:20 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Today's news in brief

Written By: nally on 05/13/21 at 11:04 pm

CDC now says that fully vaccinated people can gather...without having to mask up when going in public.

I don't agree with that, personally. Because if you're fully vaccinated, and you go out without a face covering, you could very well encounter someone else who doesn't have one, and there's no guarantee that they're not vaxed, and there's no guarantee that they don't have covid.

That being said, I will continue to wear face coverings when going out, even though I'm now fully vaccinated.

Subject: Science advisers to meet again over virus variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/21 at 3:03 am

Government scientific advisers will meet again later to discuss the rise in cases of the India virus variant, Vaccines Minister Nadhim Zahawi says.

Zahawi tells the Today programme one of the four tests of the government was that we “have got to bear down on the infection rates” before any further reopening.

The relaxation of all measures on 21 June would depend on the four tests, which includes whether the health service is under pressure and how well the vaccine rollout is going.

Monday will see the biggest single step in England's roadmap out of lockdown as indoor hospitality and overnight stays return.

Subject: Philippines' Duterte apologises for taking unapproved China jab

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/21 at 3:06 am

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte has asked the Chinese Embassy to take back 1,000 donated Sinopharm vaccines, after he was criticised for taking an unapproved vaccine.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-57004924

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Today's news in brief

Written By: 90s Guy on 05/14/21 at 4:34 am


CDC now says that fully vaccinated people can gather...without having to mask up when going in public.

I don't agree with that, personally. Because if you're fully vaccinated, and you go out without a face covering, you could very well encounter someone else who doesn't have one, and there's no guarantee that they're not vaxed, and there's no guarantee that they don't have covid.

That being said, I will continue to wear face coverings when going out, even though I'm now fully vaccinated.


But how long will be enough? The virus, as with all viruses, will be around for the rest of time. Will you continue to wear a face covering for the rest of your life?

Subject: Indian variant: What's causing the spike in Bolton?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/21 at 5:05 am

Cases of the Indian Covid variant have more than doubled in the past week, figures from Public Health England show. Bolton in Greater Manchester is one town that has seen a sharp spike in infections since mid-April. So how concerned should we be?

Like much of north-west England, Bolton saw a rise in coronavirus cases in October, a lull over Christmas, and then another wave in January.

By mid-April, lockdown had forced daily infections back almost to single figures locally. Then something worrying happened.

Rates started rising sharply again - doubling in the last week of April, then doubling again in the first week of May.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57094274

Subject: Covid: People in Wales asked not to travel abroad in 2021

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/21 at 5:42 am

People should avoid foreign holidays this year even though they may be allowed to, Wales' first minister says.

UK government advice is that from Monday people in England can holiday abroad in a small number of countries.

But Welsh ministers say people in Wales should only go abroad from 17 May for "essential purposes" and Mark Drakeford urged people to stay in Wales.

Mr Drakeford is due to announce later that Wales will move to Covid alert level two from Monday.

He is due to make the announcement at the next Welsh government Covid restrictions review press conference.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-57102249

Subject: UK PM to hold coronavirus briefing later

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/21 at 7:36 am

The Prime Minister will host a coronavirus press conference at 17:00 BST, Downing Street says.

Boris Johnson will be joined by England's chief medical officer Professor Chris Whitty.

They are expected to address concerns over the Indian variant after UK cases doubled to 1,313, according to this weeks' figures from Public Health England.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Today's news in brief

Written By: Howard on 05/14/21 at 7:54 am


CDC now says that fully vaccinated people can gather...without having to mask up when going in public.

I don't agree with that, personally. Because if you're fully vaccinated, and you go out without a face covering, you could very well encounter someone else who doesn't have one, and there's no guarantee that they're not vaxed, and there's no guarantee that they don't have covid.

That being said, I will continue to wear face coverings when going out, even though I'm now fully vaccinated.


I think it's only in tight close places that you need to wear a mask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Today's news in brief

Written By: Howard on 05/14/21 at 7:55 am


But how long will be enough? The virus, as with all viruses, will be around for the rest of time. Will you continue to wear a face covering for the rest of your life?

No, but eventually we'll stop wearing them, who knows when that'll be.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/21 at 10:27 am

There have been a further 17 coronavirus-related deaths in the UK, according to the government's daily figures.

The total number of people to die within 28 days of a positive Covid-19 test is now 127,668.

There were also 2,193 new infections recorded today.

The UK has given a total of 55,434,965 coronavirus vaccinations.

That's a total of 36,115,955 first doses and 19,319,010 second doses.

It means 637,325 jabs were given yesterday - about two-thirds of them second doses.

Subject: Moray and Glasgow to stay at level three for another week

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/14/21 at 10:39 am

Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon says she has taken the "difficult decision" in the past half hour that Moray and Glasgow will stay at level three restrictions for another week.

She says the situation in Moray is improving but case numbers are more than double the Scottish average.

She says similar reasoning has been applied to the situation in Glasgow which is "causing even more concern at this stage".

She says cases have risen to 80 per 100,000 and test positivity is at 35.5%

Evidence suggests the outbreak which is heavily centred in the south side of Glasgow is being driven by the Indian variant.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Today's news in brief

Written By: karen on 05/14/21 at 11:28 am


But how long will be enough? The virus, as with all viruses, will be around for the rest of time. Will you continue to wear a face covering for the rest of your life?


When everyone over the age of 18 has been offered the vaccine.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Today's news in brief

Written By: 90s Guy on 05/17/21 at 5:32 pm


When everyone over the age of 18 has been offered the vaccine.


Forced to take it, you mean. Please don't use coded language. Speak plainly.
Because not everyone who is offered it will take it, so you should either have said "I will continue wearing masks until I am dead", or "Until every person is forced, at gunpoint if need be, to take it." I will only take it if I am forced at gunpoint, or at threat of the death penalty or life in prison. And I am sure I am far from the only person who values my freedom more than others' fears.

My freedom doesn't end where your phobias begin. Sorry. Not sorry.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 90s Guy on 05/17/21 at 5:42 pm

I care not for the lives of others around me. My own life could end tomorrow for any number of reasons, natural or not, should nature, or fate deem it so. I do not walk in the valley of the shadow of death afraid, always. I believe in Darwinism, which is a very much an accepted tenet of science. I

f it is one's time, it is their time one way or another. Whether it would be Covid, or some other illness, or a bus hitting them, or anything else. Just as it might be mine from a car hitting me, or a spontaneous heart attack, or choking on a piece of food.

We can either live freely or live in the shadow of fear and give up our rights to fear.

If a person is meant to survive, they will

If they aren't, and nature has selected them for extinction, they won't.

Think of how many people's bloodlines perished forever during the Black Plague, a disease MUCH more serious than this exaggerated flu-like illness. Nature determined that those bloodlines perished forever, and they ceased to exist permanently and completely.

Yet, even without a mask or a vaccine, your bloodline survived to today through the Black Plague and other epidemics, as did mine or else you wouldn't be reading this, and I wouldn't be typing it.

The strong survive and the weak do not. I do not fear germs, and going further, I don't even take OTC pain killers or antibiotics unless I develop a high fever because the human body was meant to be tested and tested again. And it if passes the test and survives, so be it. If it doesn't, then it wasn't meant to. That is the story of our species. That is how we became as tough as we are.


Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/21 at 12:39 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Today's news in brief

Written By: karen on 05/18/21 at 1:09 am


Forced to take it, you mean. Please don't use coded language. Speak plainly.
Because not everyone who is offered it will take it, so you should either have said "I will continue wearing masks until I am dead", or "Until every person is forced, at gunpoint if need be, to take it." I will only take it if I am forced at gunpoint, or at threat of the death penalty or life in prison. And I am sure I am far from the only person who values my freedom more than others' fears.

My freedom doesn't end where your phobias begin. Sorry. Not sorry.


When everyone on the U.K. over 18 has been offered the vaccine I expect the virus to be in general circulation but at much lower levels. Then I will take off my mask.

Is that plain enough for you?


Not people held at gun point

Not threatened with imprisonment

Just offered an appointment that they are free to take up or ignore


Edited to add two things

1) in the U.K. the vaccine has been rolled out in a fairly strict order from oldest to youngest (with exceptions for clinically extremely vulnerable who were bumped up to a higher category). So my comments about people being offered it means that by the summer I expect mask wearing to be optional.

2) you might like to actual check out what Darwin said. Survival of the fittest has been the popular interpretation, but that is not what he said.

Subject: Covid: Indian variant cases in 86 council areas - Hancock

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/21 at 1:41 am

There are now 86 local authorities with five or more confirmed cases of the Indian Covid variant, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said.

"This isn't just about Bolton and Blackburn," he said, referring to the areas seeing a spike in cases.

It comes as millions of people can now enjoy new freedoms as lockdown is eased in England, Wales and most of Scotland.

But the government has warned its next review of social distancing rules may be delayed.

No 10 said the Indian variant "could pose a threat" to the process of deciding whether all remaining lockdown restrictions could be eased on 21 June.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/21 at 1:41 am


There are now 86 local authorities with five or more confirmed cases of the Indian Covid variant, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said.

"This isn't just about Bolton and Blackburn," he said, referring to the areas seeing a spike in cases.

It comes as millions of people can now enjoy new freedoms as lockdown is eased in England, Wales and most of Scotland.

But the government has warned its next review of social distancing rules may be delayed.

No 10 said the Indian variant "could pose a threat" to the process of deciding whether all remaining lockdown restrictions could be eased on 21 June.
I am still continuing my shielding!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/18/21 at 7:39 am


I am still continuing my shielding!

And I will do the same.

Subject: Unvaccinated people focus of Glasgow response

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/21 at 8:04 am

Vulnerable people who have not taken up the vaccine in the Glasgow area are to be the focus of the city's response to a fresh rise in cases.

Up to 15% of older people in some areas of Glasgow have not had their jabs, according to Prof Jason Leitch, Scotland's national clinical director.

Weekly case rates are now higher than 100 per 100,000 people.

The outbreak has been linked to the B1617.2 Indian variant and led to Glasgow remaining in level three restrictions on Monday while much of the rest of the country moved to level two.

Prof Leitch told BBC Radio's Good Morning Scotland: "It varies a little between 10 and 15%. In some areas it is only 5% - but 5% of a big number is a big number. So it is still a significant number of people that we really want to get vaccinated."

Subject: Travelling 'dangerous' and not for this year, minister says

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/21 at 10:58 am

Travelling is dangerous and "not for this year", a health minister has said as he urged people to stay in the UK.

The ban on foreign holidays was lifted in the latest easing of lockdown restrictions on Monday.

People can now go on an overseas break to a limited number of green list destinations without having to quarantine on their return.

But Lord Bethell indicated that people should not be going abroad at all this year, stressing that "travel is dangerous" due to difficulties over segregation during the journey, including at airports.

He made his remarks amid continuing concern over the rise in cases of the highly transmissible Indian coronavirus variant in parts of England.

Speaking at Westminster, Lord Bethell told peers: "Travelling is dangerous. That is not news to us or to the people who get on those planes in the first place.

"We do ask people, particularly as we go into the summer, travelling is not for this year, please stay in this country."

Subject: Where is Indian variant in England?

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/21 at 11:43 am

The variant first discovered in India can be found across England, but there are only a small number of hotspots.

The most up-to-date data, covering the week up to Saturday 8 May, shows that most of the local authorities in England that have found a case haven’t found many.

They’re shown by the light blue areas in this map.

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There are a small number of places that have seen high numbers of the variant: Bolton, Blackburn with Darwen, Sefton and Bedford.

They’re among the areas with the highest numbers of cases in the UK, fuelling concerns that this version of coronavirus may spread more quickly than the Kent strain that has been dominant since December.

But scientists advising the government say it’s too soon to know one way or the other and that they’ll be working hard over the coming weeks to answer that question.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/18/21 at 1:48 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid: Indian variant cases in 86 council areas - Hancock

Written By: nally on 05/18/21 at 8:08 pm


I am still continuing my shielding!

And I will do the same.

I am continuing to do it too!!


In California there is a goal to have the "restrictive tier" system eliminated by June 15th, but I'm not sure if it'll be safe enough to do so yet.

Subject: Re: Covid: Indian variant cases in 86 council areas - Hancock

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 05/18/21 at 11:39 pm


I am continuing to do it too!!


In California, there is a goal to have the "restrictive tier" system eliminated by June 15th, but I'm not sure if it'll be safe enough to do so yet.


I'm getting my first dose of the vaccine on June 6.  The COVID restrictions in Ontario are ending on June 2 so we could start to reopen slowly as soon as July 1 but I'm still not convinced that we can get things moving by then.  And even after I'm fully vaccinated then I would prefer to keep my mouth and nose covered until I know that it's completely and 100% safe.

Subject: Big steps to reopening in Austria and France: Latest across Europe

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/21 at 2:54 am

It’s a big day for reopening in Austria, where catering, hotels, sport and leisure and culture are all resuming business under some restrictions. Restaurants, cinemas and theatres have been shut for almost seven months and can now admit customers who have a Green Pass - either digital or on paper - showing a negative test, vaccinations or recovery from Covid. One Vienna restaurant was so eager to restart, its doors reopened on the dot of 05:00 (04:00 UK time), the moment the lockdown ended.

France has begun its second stage of reopening today, with bars and restaurants serving outdoors at 50% capacity, and places of culture and all shops back in business. It’s great news for Frédéric Jeanjean, head of the hotel trade and industry union in the southern Bouches-du-Rhône region, “because it’s our lives, a professional commitment for your entire life”. Cinemas and theatres can reopen to 35% capacity and museums too. The next stage is on 9 June before full reopening on 30 June.

One of Belgium’s top Covid experts, Marc Van Ranst, has been taken to safety with his family as police hunt a heavily armed man who’s threatened him in the past. The man on the run is a professional soldier known to be a far-right extremist, who is described as armed with a rocket launcher, a machine gun and an ordinary pistol.

Germany’s seven-day Covid incidence rate has fallen to 72.8 cases per 100,000 people. Another 11,040 infections have been reported in the past 24 hours.

Italy’s overnight curfew has been put back an hour to 23:00, after a decree was signed by President Sergio Mattarella. And several rules in the Netherlands are being relaxed too: gyms, amusement parks and zoos can open their doors again, while bars and restaurants can serve outdoors for another two hours, until 20:00.

Subject: Indian variant cases found at a school

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/21 at 6:21 am

Five cases of the Indian Covid-19 variant have been identified at a school in Shropshire.

Families with school-age children in Newport are being urged to get a Covid-19 test as soon as they can, after the cases at Burton Borough School.

A testing centre is opening at Shuker Playing Fields Sports and Social Club.

On Monday, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said there were 86 local authorities with five or more confirmed cases of the variant.

All of the cases identified at the school are self-isolating, and Telford & Wrekin Council has been working with Public Health England (PHE) to identify contacts of those who have been infected to ask them to self-isolate.

As a priority, all secondary-age pupils in Newport, teaching staff and their extended families and support bubbles from Burton Borough School, Haberdashers' Adams Grammar School and Newport Girls' High School Academy are being urged to take a Covid test.

They are being asked to, even if they are not showing symptoms and if the adults in the families have been vaccinated.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-shropshire-57169063

Subject: Surge testing expanded amid concern over Indian variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/21 at 10:00 am

Health Secretary Matt Hancock has announced that surge testing will take place in more areas including Bedford, Burnley, Hounslow, Kirklees, Leicester and North Tyneside - amid concern about the Indian variant.

He tells MPs they are supporting the Scottish Government "who are taking similar action in Glasgow and Moray".

"In the last week across Bolton and Blackburn with Darwen we have given 26,094 jabs as well as delivering 75,000 extra tests," Mr Hancock says.

"But this challenge is not restricted to Bolton and Blackburn. We have used the extensive bio-security surveillance system that we have built and new techniques to identify the areas we are most concerned about where we will now surge testing and vaccinations further."

Mr Hancock says more vaccinations will be made available in those for everyone who is eligible - in England those aged 36 and over are invited to get their jab.

He confirms that 2,967 cases of the B1617.2 variant, first discovered in India, have now been identified.

Subject: Covid-19: Prof Van-Tam and Dr Harries to join Hancock for press conference

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/21 at 10:02 am

We reported earlier that Health Secretary Matt Hancock will lead a Downing Street press conference at about 17:00 BST.

He will be joined by deputy chief medical officer Professor Jonathan Van-Tam and the UK Health Security Agency's Dr Jenny Harries.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records three coronavirus deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/21 at 11:57 am

There have been a further three coronavirus-related deaths in the UK, according to the government's daily figures.

That brings the total number of people to die within 28 days of a positive Covid-19 test to 127,694.

A further 2,696 new infections were also recorded.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/19/21 at 12:04 pm


Health Secretary Matt Hancock has announced that surge testing will take place in more areas including Bedford, Burnley, Hounslow, Kirklees, Leicester and North Tyneside - amid concern about the Indian variant.

He tells MPs they are supporting the Scottish Government "who are taking similar action in Glasgow and Moray".

"In the last week across Bolton and Blackburn with Darwen we have given 26,094 jabs as well as delivering 75,000 extra tests," Mr Hancock says.

"But this challenge is not restricted to Bolton and Blackburn. We have used the extensive bio-security surveillance system that we have built and new techniques to identify the areas we are most concerned about where we will now surge testing and vaccinations further."

Mr Hancock says more vaccinations will be made available in those for everyone who is eligible - in England those aged 36 and over are invited to get their jab.

He confirms that 2,967 cases of the B1617.2 variant, first discovered in India, have now been identified.
Just announced on the radio, Leicester has been added to the surge testing areas.

Subject: Taiwan is now on high alert after complacency allowed the virus to spread

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/21 at 5:52 am

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Subject: Re: Taiwan is now on high alert after complacency allowed the virus to spread

Written By: Howard on 05/20/21 at 7:23 am


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Wow!  :o

Subject: Prince William receives first Covid vaccine dose

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/21 at 8:13 am

The Duke of Cambridge has paid tribute to those involved in the vaccine rollout after getting his first Covid jab on Tuesday. The 38-year old shared a photograph showing him being vaccinated by NHS staff at the Science Museum in London. He is the latest senior royal to share having received the vaccine, following the Queen and the Prince of Wales. "To all those working on the vaccine rollout thank you for everything you've done and continue to do," he tweeted.

http://www.inthe00s.com/index.php?topic=60761.msg4031147#msg4031147

Subject: Covid: Test and Trace failure helped Indian variant spread, report says

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/21 at 9:25 am

Failures in England's Test and Trace system are partly responsible for a surge in the Indian variant in one of the worst affected parts of the country, a report seen by the BBC says.

For three weeks in April and May, eight local authorities in England did not have access to the full data on positive tests in their area.

The number of missing cases was highest in Blackburn with Darwen, Lancashire.

A recent surge in infections there has been linked to the Indian variant.

The government said a "small number" of people in contact with those who tested positive for coronavirus had "experienced a temporary delay in getting a message from NHS Test and Trace".

The other areas affected by what is thought to have been a technical glitch were Blackpool, York, Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol, North Somerset, Southend-on-Sea and Thurrock.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-57186059

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/20/21 at 10:35 am

A further seven people have died with coronavirus in the UK, the government's daily figures show.

The total number of people to die within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test in the UK is 127,701.

There were also 2,874 new infections recorded today.

The UK has given a total of 58,489,834 vaccinations, according to daily figures from the government.

That's 37,250,363 first doses and 21,239,471 second doses.

Subject: Re: Taiwan is now on high alert after complacency allowed the virus to spread

Written By: CatwomanofV on 05/20/21 at 5:45 pm


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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNv5sPu0C1E


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 05/20/21 at 5:54 pm


I care not for the lives of others around me.


That's obvious. I hope for your sake that the people who are around you feel differently.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 05/21/21 at 2:17 am

Ontario is going to start to gradually reopen starting this weekend.  So I'm pretty excited about that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/21 at 5:07 am


Ontario is going to start to gradually reopen starting this weekend.  So I'm pretty excited about that.
But please still good care and be safe.

Subject: Covid: Investigation into 'Yorkshire' variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/21 at 5:50 am

Health officials are investigating a new Covid variant which has caused 49 cases of infection, mostly in Yorkshire and the Humber region.

Public Health England (PHE) has been monitoring the VUI-21MAY-01 variant since April.

PHE said there was "currently no evidence that this variant causes more severe disease or renders the vaccines currently deployed any less effective".

The agency said additional testing and tracing was being carried out.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-57199475

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/21/21 at 8:06 am


That's obvious. I hope for your sake that the people who are around you feel differently.


Cat

With the pandemic still going on, you'd want to care about the people around you.

Subject: Heathrow Terminal 3 to be dedicated red-list arrivals hub

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/21 at 10:36 am

Heathrow Airport says it will open a dedicated arrivals facility for passengers from red-list countries in Terminal 3 from 1 June.

The terminal has been closed for the past year, but from that date it will be exclusively used for direct flights from countries deemed to have the highest risk of Covid infection. Passengers on those flights, who have to be British nationals or residents, will have to quarantine in dedicated hotels.

Both the government and Heathrow have come under fire in recent days over reports travellers from red list areas were forced to mix with other passengers in immigration halls, where passengers could be waiting for several hours at times.

Heathrow says opening the facility will be logistically very challenging, adding that "our hope is that it will enable Border Force to carry out its duties more efficiently as passenger volumes increase in line with the green list".

Subject: Coronavirus: Surge testing in west London due to Indian variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/21 at 11:01 am

Wider surge testing has been rolled out in five west London boroughs due to a surge in coronavirus cases linked to the Indian variant.

Testing in Ealing, Hillingdon, Brent, Harrow and Hounslow will begin on Monday, the BBC has been told.

It will target secondary schools in the five boroughs and PCR tests will be offered to everyone else in the area who do not have any symptoms.

Cases of the new variant in west London have increased from 400 to 720.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-57189821

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/21 at 1:44 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/5/21/7cdbefe9-d402-40e9-8abe-22962b6d8fc6.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 05/21/21 at 1:50 pm


With the pandemic still going on, you'd want to care about the people around you.


We went to a couple of yard sales today. Even though everyone wasn't wearing masks, I was. Yes, I am fully vaccinated. I don't know about others around me. I do it FOR THEM. Not for myself. It is called being considerate and caring.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/21/21 at 2:01 pm


We went to a couple of yard sales today. Even though everyone wasn't wearing masks, I was. Yes, I am fully vaccinated. I don't know about others around me. I do it FOR THEM. Not for myself. It is called being considerate and caring.


Cat

Exactly, You'd want to have some sort of consideration for those who around you.

Subject: Re: Heathrow Terminal 3 to be dedicated red-list arrivals hub

Written By: nally on 05/21/21 at 10:14 pm


With the pandemic still going on, you'd want to care about the people around you.

Yes, because you don't know who all has been vaccinated and who hasn't. Or if anyone around you might be carrying it.



We went to a couple of yard sales today. Even though everyone wasn't wearing masks, I was. Yes, I am fully vaccinated. I don't know about others around me. I do it FOR THEM. Not for myself. It is called being considerate and caring.


Cat

Right on. O0

Subject: Covid vaccine: 32 and 33-year-olds in England now invited to book

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/21 at 5:55 am

People aged 32 and 33 in England are now being invited to book their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine.

The NHS said booking will open to that age group - about one million people - at 07:00 BST on Saturday.

Text message invitations will be sent out to 33-year-olds on Saturday and also to 32-year-olds on Monday.

More than 37.5 million people in the UK have now received their first dose of the jab - and 21.6 million second doses have been given.

The other UK nations are already offering jabs to younger age groups - people aged 30 and over are eligible in Scotland, over-18s in Wales and over-25s in Northern Ireland.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57209444

Subject: Re: Heathrow Terminal 3 to be dedicated red-list arrivals hub

Written By: Howard on 05/22/21 at 6:49 am


Yes, because you don't know who all has been vaccinated and who hasn't. Or if anyone around you might be carrying it.

Right on. O0


You don't want to assume.

Subject: Argentina starts new lockdown as cases soar

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/21 at 9:16 am

Argentina has begun a new nine-day lockdown amid a resurgence of coronavirus cases and a slow vaccine rollout.

President Alberto Fernández said the country was experiencing its worst moment of the pandemic.

It has recorded more than 35,000 new cases a day during the past week.

On Friday, Latin America and the Caribbean passed one million coronavirus deaths, almost 30% of the global total.

Nearly 90% of those fatalities have been recorded in five countries: Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Argentina and Peru.

Argentina's new lockdown allows supermarkets and essential businesses to remain open, but in-person school lessons will be suspended. Restaurants can only operate home delivery and pick-up services, and people may only go out until 18:00, staying in the vicinity of their home.

The government encouraged people to alert the authorities if they noticed their neighbours gathering or having parties.

The restrictions are operating for a relatively short period amid concerns about the impact on the informal workforce and poorer households with limited internet access.

Argentina's economy contracted by almost 10% last year, partly due to the lockdown.

"I am aware that these restrictions create difficulties," said President Fernández. But he added: "Faced with this reality, there is no choice but to choose the preservation of life."

Subject: Re: Heathrow Terminal 3 to be dedicated red-list arrivals hub

Written By: wagonman76 on 05/22/21 at 9:30 am


You don't want to assume.


I said this before, but if people would have just assumed anyone could be carrying the virus and acted accordingly, we would have been in much better shape. Goes along with other things I was taught at a young age. Assume any wire could be energized, assume any new sex partner could have HIV, assume any gun could be loaded. And act accordingly.

So if you are vaccinated you can go maskless, but you can’t ask for proof. What’s backwards is it seems like 9 times out of 10, the people who refuse to mask are the same ones who refuse to vaccinate.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest developments in the UK and around the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/21 at 9:35 am

here are the latest headlines:

# More than 50m Covid jabs have been administered in England, Health Secretary Matt Hancock says

# People aged 32 and 33 in England are being invited to book their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine

# Wider surge testing has begun in parts of west London and North Tyneside after a rise in cases linked to new India variant

# The Scottish government says it’s working to rectify a security flaw which could allow people to edit Covid vaccination status certificates

# Germany has banned people from England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland travelling to the country from Sunday, as it designates the UK a virus variant area of concern

# Taiwan has reported another 321 Covid-19 cases as “surge” continues - but the health minister insists the trend remains "stable"

# Argentina is beginning a new nine-day lockdown amid a resurgence of coronavirus cases and a slow vaccine rollout – cases soared by more than 35,000 a day during the past week

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/22/21 at 4:03 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/5/22/96f81c29-7b79-466b-9e13-4729ee6f1284.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): California to reopen June 15th

Written By: nally on 05/22/21 at 4:35 pm

It was announced yesterday that the state of California has a target date of June 15th for reopening; to remove mask mandates, physical distancing, etc.  We'll see how that plays out.

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-05-21/california-june-15-reopening-covid-guidelines-what-to-know

If that link doesn't work try this:
https://abc7news.com/california-reopening-plan-ca-june-15-gavin-newsom/10669298/

Subject: Covid: Pfizer and AstraZeneca jabs effective against Indian variant - study

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/21 at 1:50 am

The Pfizer and AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccines are highly effective against the variant identified in India after two doses, a study has found.

Two jabs of either vaccine give a similar level of protection against symptomatic disease from the Indian variant as they do for the Kent one.

However, both vaccines were only 33% effective against the Indian variant three weeks after the first dose.

This compared with 50% effectiveness against the Kent variant.

Public Health England, which ran the study, said the vaccines are likely to be even more effective at preventing hospital admission and deaths.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the findings made him "increasingly confident" that the government was on track for the final stage of easing restrictions in England on 21 June.

The data showed that getting both doses of the vaccine was "absolutely vital", he added.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57214596

Subject: Re: Covid: Pfizer and AstraZeneca jabs effective against Indian variant - study

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 05/23/21 at 3:46 am


The Pfizer and AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccines are highly effective against the variant identified in India after two doses, a study has found.

Two jabs of either vaccine give a similar level of protection against symptomatic disease from the Indian variant as they do for the Kent one.

However, both vaccines were only 33% effective against the Indian variant three weeks after the first dose.

This compared with 50% effectiveness against the Kent variant.

Public Health England, which ran the study, said the vaccines are likely to be even more effective at preventing hospital admission and deaths.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the findings made him "increasingly confident" that the government was on track for the final stage of easing restrictions in England on 21 June.

The data showed that getting both doses of the vaccine was "absolutely vital", he added.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57214596


I still don't want the Astra Zeneca vaccine.  It's still kind of "iffy."

Subject: India reports nearly 9,000 cases of Covid-linked 'black fungus'

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/21 at 6:20 am

India has reported more than 8,800 cases of deadly "black fungus" in a growing epidemic of the disease.

The normally rare infection, called mucormycosis, has a mortality rate of 50%, with some only saved by removing an eye.

But in recent months, India saw thousands of cases affecting recovered and recovering Covid-19 patients.

Doctors say there is a link with the steroids used to treat Covid. Diabetics are at particular risk.

Doctors have told the BBC it seems to strike 12 to 18 days after recovery from Covid.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-57217246

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): California to reopen June 15th

Written By: Howard on 05/23/21 at 6:36 am


It was announced yesterday that the state of California has a target date of June 15th for reopening; to remove mask mandates, physical distancing, etc.  We'll see how that plays out.

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-05-21/california-june-15-reopening-covid-guidelines-what-to-know

If that link doesn't work try this:
https://abc7news.com/california-reopening-plan-ca-june-15-gavin-newsom/10669298/

I think in New York the target date is July. ???

Subject: All amber countries should be put on the red list

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/21 at 8:01 am

The shadow home secretary has called for a pause on international travel to "rethink the traffic light system".

Nick Thomas-Symonds told Andrew Marr there had been a "comprehensive failure of border protection from the Conservatives".

He said the government was "late to home quarantine, late to border testing, late to hotel quarantining and late to add India to the red list".

He called for an end to "this chaos that we see passengers in our airports whichever country they've come from, red, amber green, mixing without proper procedures in place".

He said the messaging from the goverment on the amber list had been "all over the place".

He called for a "very brief" stop on foreign travel for "days if not less to get this right".

He said the amber list of countries - which includes most of Europe - should be shifted onto the red list for "comprehensive hotel quarantining" which he said would be paid for by passengers.

Then "we can start to build up that green list", he says.

Subject: France could restrict UK travel over Indian variant fears

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/21 at 9:16 am

France is not ruling out "slightly tougher" health measures for travellers from Britain, the French foreign affairs minister says, citing the spread in the UK of the coronavirus variant first found in India.

"We worry about the Indian variant and we remain on high alert regarding that matter, in cooperation with British authorities," Jean-Yves Le Drian told RTL radio.

Most travellers from the UK are now banned from entering Germany, because of fears of the Indian variant. There are exceptions for German citizens and residents - but even they require two weeks' quarantine.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): California to reopen June 15th

Written By: nally on 05/23/21 at 11:55 am


I think in New York the target date is July. ???

Hopefully you guys will be ready by then. O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/21 at 11:59 am


It was announced yesterday that the state of California has a target date of June 15th for reopening; to remove mask mandates, physical distancing, etc.  We'll see how that plays out.

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2021-05-21/california-june-15-reopening-covid-guidelines-what-to-know

If that link doesn't work try this:
https://abc7news.com/california-reopening-plan-ca-june-15-gavin-newsom/10669298/
The UK target date is set for June 21st, but it has been announced there will a series of meetings, governmental and scientific, reviewing 'progress' due to the new strains in the UK.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): California to reopen June 15th

Written By: nally on 05/23/21 at 12:00 pm


The UK target date is set for June 21st, but it has been announced there will a series of meetings, governmental and scientific, reviewing 'progress' due to the new strains in the UK.

Yep, those have to be taken into consideration.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/23/21 at 1:03 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): California to reopen June 15th

Written By: Howard on 05/23/21 at 1:30 pm


Hopefully you guys will be ready by then. O0

I hope so, people want to have parties and enjoy each other's company without having to wear masks and social distance.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): California to reopen June 15th

Written By: nally on 05/24/21 at 12:38 am


I hope so, people want to have parties and enjoy each other's company without having to wear masks and social distance.

You're right; I'm sure many of us can agree. I'm optimistic that that day will eventually come.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Self-isolation support trial in parts of England

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/24/21 at 2:06 am

"Buddying" services for people needing mental health support, alternative accommodation for those in overcrowded homes, and translation services are some of the things being offered to help people self-isolate in a new pilot. Nine areas in England with higher coronavirus infection rates will be offered the additional help in a bid to bolster testing and self-isolation. Read the story here and check out the full list of areas, which includes most of north-west England and Newham and Hackney in London.

Subject: India records 300,000 Covid deaths as pandemic rages

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/24/21 at 4:13 am

The number of deaths linked to Covid-19 in India has moved past the 300,000 mark as the country continues to grapple with the pandemic.

Experts warn that the real number of fatalities might be much higher as many deaths are not officially recorded.

India has recorded 26 million cases - second only to the US - and is now the epicentre of the global pandemic.

The country is also only the third in the world to record more than 300,000 deaths - behind the US and Brazil.

It took less than a month to record its last 100,000 deaths.

A deadly second wave in recent weeks has overwhelmed the country's healthcare system, with hospitals struggling to cope with the influx of patients and with critical drugs and oxygen running out.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-57224565

Subject: Covid: Sniffer dogs could bolster screening at airports

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/24/21 at 4:29 am

Sniffer dogs could contribute to efforts to prevent the spread of Covid as society reopens, according to scientists.

As part of a trial, dogs were trained to recognise a distinctive odour produced by people with the virus, but undetectable to the human nose.

This could come in useful for screening at airports or mass events.

But the dogs' findings would have to be confirmed by lab testing, the researchers said.

Although the dogs correctly picked up 88% of coronavirus cases, they also incorrectly flagged 14% of people who didn't have Covid as having the virus.

Dogs can have up to 100,000 times the smelling ability of humans and have long been used to sniff out drugs and explosives.

Recent research has shown dogs - particularly breeds like spaniels and retrievers - can detect the unique scents of diseases including cancer, Parkinson's and malaria.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57200863

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More than 250 pupils isolating at Welsh school

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/24/21 at 9:43 am

More than 250 pupils are isolating after 26 people tested positive for coronavirus at a Welsh school.

In total 267 out of about 400 pupils have been sent home from West Park Primary, in Porthcawl, south Wales.

Bridgend Council says parents have "been advised to remain alert" and online learning is being arranged.

A spokesman says four staff and 22 pupils had tested positive. They say "all staff and most pupils" in year one were affected.

There were also cases among pupils "in nursery, reception, year two and year three″, the Local Democracy Reporting Service says.

The council says 68 brothers and sisters of the pupils sent home have also been told to isolate, meaning a total of 335 people are home learning.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/24/21 at 1:41 pm

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Subject: Covid: Eight Indian variant areas should avoid indoor gatherings

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/25/21 at 5:28 am

Government advice has emerged urging people not to travel into and out of areas hardest hit by the Indian coronavirus variant, unless necessary.

The guidance for Kirklees, Bedford, Burnley, Leicester, Hounslow and North Tyneside says people in these areas should try to avoid meeting indoors.

The advice was published online on Friday without an announcement and urges "an extra cautious approach".

A Downing Street source denied it was a local lockdown by stealth.

Advice against travelling to Bolton in Greater Manchester and nearby Blackburn with Darwen, other than for essential reasons, and for people there to meet outside where possible, was issued on 14 May.

Bolton recorded 451 overall cases per 100,000 people in the week to 20 May, the highest in England.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-57232728

Subject: Re: India records 300,000 Covid deaths as pandemic rages

Written By: nally on 05/25/21 at 10:58 pm


The number of deaths linked to Covid-19 in India has moved past the 300,000 mark as the country continues to grapple with the pandemic.

Experts warn that the real number of fatalities might be much higher as many deaths are not officially recorded.

India has recorded 26 million cases - second only to the US - and is now the epicentre of the global pandemic.

The country is also only the third in the world to record more than 300,000 deaths - behind the US and Brazil.

It took less than a month to record its last 100,000 deaths.

A deadly second wave in recent weeks has overwhelmed the country's healthcare system, with hospitals struggling to cope with the influx of patients and with critical drugs and oxygen running out.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-57224565

That's rather sad, to say the least. :o :\'(

At least the number of US cases is slowing down, due in part to people being vaccinated.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/21 at 1:03 am


That's rather sad, to say the least. :o :\'(

At least the number of US cases is slowing down, due in part to people being vaccinated.
If irony is the wrong or right word to use here, one of the Covid-19 vaccines is manufactured in India.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/21 at 2:56 am

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Subject: Re: India records 300,000 Covid deaths as pandemic rages

Written By: Howard on 05/26/21 at 6:22 am


That's rather sad, to say the least. :o :\'(

At least the number of US cases is slowing down, due in part to people being vaccinated.

And people want to start removing the masks.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/21 at 11:53 am

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Subject: Indian variant threatens 3rd wave in UK as cases rise

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/26/21 at 11:55 am

There are growing concerns across the UK that the Indian variant of the coronavirus could introduce a deadly third wave of the pandemic as the highly contagious mutation spreads further across the country.

Over 3,400 infections of the mutation have so far been recorded by Public Health England (PHE), the government agency that monitors the spread of deadly viruses and infections. Cases are mainly concentrated in the northern city of Bolton, however, they are now spreading to the Midlands and the South, including the capital London.

Full report: https://www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/indian-variant-threatens-3rd-wave-in-uk-as-cases-rise/2251971

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Obese men at greater risk than obese women - study

Written By: nally on 05/27/21 at 8:33 pm


There are growing concerns across the UK that the Indian variant of the coronavirus could introduce a deadly third wave of the pandemic as the highly contagious mutation spreads further across the country.

Over 3,400 infections of the mutation have so far been recorded by Public Health England (PHE), the government agency that monitors the spread of deadly viruses and infections. Cases are mainly concentrated in the northern city of Bolton, however, they are now spreading to the Midlands and the South, including the capital London.

Full report: https://www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/indian-variant-threatens-3rd-wave-in-uk-as-cases-rise/2251971

:o :(

People should stay away from that area if they choose to travel.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/21 at 8:21 am


:o :(

People should stay away from that area if they choose to travel.
I am continuing my sheilding!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/21 at 8:22 am

From yesterday:

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/6BF1/production/_118733672_uk_card_with_vax_2doses_30may-nc.png

Subject: Twickenham becomes major walk-in vaccination centre

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/21 at 8:24 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/5/31/500b1832-7173-45b5-bab7-7b68d74f663f.jpg

Twickenham Rugby Stadium has been turned into a major walk-in vaccination centre in a drive to try to contain a surge in Indian Covid variant cases in nearby Hounslow.

Up to 15,000 first dose jabs are being made available for those in the local area who have not yet been vaccinated.

Anyone who is eligible for their first dose can walk in without an appointment.

Pippa Nightingale, the chief nurse for north-west London, is encouraging people "to take some time out of your day and come and see us" during the fine bank holiday weather.

And Kelly O'Neill, Hounslow Council's director of public health, says: "Getting the vaccine is the single most important step we can take to protect ourselves, our families and our communities against Covid-19 and we encourage all our local community to have their vaccine as soon as they are eligible."

Subject: Covid-19: UK in early stages of third wave - scientist

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/21 at 10:28 am

There are signs the UK is in the early stages of a third wave of coronavirus infections, a scientist advising the government has said.

Prof Ravi Gupta, from the University of Cambridge, said although new cases were "relatively low" the Indian variant had fuelled "exponential growth".

He said ending Covid restrictions in England on 21 June should be postponed.

Environment Secretary George Eustice said the government could not rule out a delay to the planned lockdown easing.

But business leaders have warned of the harmful impact of any change to the proposed dates.

On Monday, the UK reported more than 3,000 new Covid infections for a sixth day in a row.

Prior to this, the UK had not surpassed that number since 12 April.

No deaths within 28 days of a positive test were reported in England, Wales or Northern Ireland - but one death was reported in Scotland.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57304515

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Obese men at greater risk than obese women - study

Written By: nally on 05/31/21 at 11:08 am


I am continuing my sheilding!

That's good! O0

I'm doing the same, even when I go to work. (Today is not one such day for me.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19: UK in early stages of third wave - scientist

Written By: nally on 05/31/21 at 11:09 am


There are signs the UK is in the early stages of a third wave of coronavirus infections, a scientist advising the government has said.

Prof Ravi Gupta, from the University of Cambridge, said although new cases were "relatively low" the Indian variant had fuelled "exponential growth".

He said ending Covid restrictions in England on 21 June should be postponed.

Environment Secretary George Eustice said the government could not rule out a delay to the planned lockdown easing.

But business leaders have warned of the harmful impact of any change to the proposed dates.

On Monday, the UK reported more than 3,000 new Covid infections for a sixth day in a row.

Prior to this, the UK had not surpassed that number since 12 April.

No deaths within 28 days of a positive test were reported in England, Wales or Northern Ireland - but one death was reported in Scotland.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57304515


Oh no! :o :( :-[

Let's hope it doesn't travel around the world. :-X

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/21 at 11:11 am


Oh no! :o :( :-[

Let's hope it doesn't travel around the world. :-X
The argument is the UK authorities are still allowing people in the  country.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: UK in early stages of third wave - scientist

Written By: nally on 05/31/21 at 11:12 am


The argument is the UK authorities are still allowing people in the  country.

That can't be good.

I mean, some countries are still restricting people coming in who don't live there.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/21 at 11:15 am


That can't be good.

I mean, some countries are still restricting people coming in who don't live there.
Today France has begun restricting non-essential travel from the UK due to concerns over the spread of the coronavirus variant first identified in India.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/21 at 12:25 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/31/21 at 12:26 pm


Oh no! :o :( :-[

Let's hope it doesn't travel around the world. :-X
I am fearing the stats around two week time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Obese men at greater risk than obese women - study

Written By: Howard on 05/31/21 at 2:45 pm


That's good! O0

I'm doing the same, even when I go to work. (Today is not one such day for me.)

Same here.

Subject: Covid: WHO renames UK and other variants with Greek letters

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/21 at 12:55 am

The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced a new naming system for variants of Covid-19.

From now on the WHO will use Greek letters to refer to variants first detected in countries like the UK, South Africa and India.

The UK variant for instance is labelled as Alpha, the South African Beta, and the Indian as Delta.

The WHO said this was to simplify discussions but also to help remove some stigma from the names.

Earlier this month the Indian government criticised the naming of variant B.1.617.2 - first detected in the country last October - as the "Indian variant", though the WHO had never officially labelled it as such.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-57308592

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/21 at 1:01 am


The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced a new naming system for variants of Covid-19.

From now on the WHO will use Greek letters to refer to variants first detected in countries like the UK, South Africa and India.

The UK variant for instance is labelled as Alpha, the South African Beta, and the Indian as Delta.

The WHO said this was to simplify discussions but also to help remove some stigma from the names.

Earlier this month the Indian government criticised the naming of variant B.1.617.2 - first detected in the country last October - as the "Indian variant", though the WHO had never officially labelled it as such.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-57308592
Looking at it another way, India is shaped as a delta?

Subject: Covid-19: Red list arrivals terminal opens at Heathrow Airport

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/21 at 1:09 am

A dedicated terminal for passengers arriving in the UK from countries with a high risk of Covid has opened at Heathrow Airport.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57310148

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Red list arrivals terminal opens at Heathrow Airport

Written By: karen on 06/01/21 at 1:28 am


A dedicated terminal for passengers arriving in the UK from countries with a high risk of Covid has opened at Heathrow Airport.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57310148


Much more sensible than them all crowding together in the arrivals hall and then going to quarantine.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/21 at 1:30 am


Much more sensible than them all crowding together in the arrivals hall and then going to quarantine.
You do not need to answer, but why didn't they do this right from the start?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest developments in the UK this morning

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/21 at 5:20 am

# The “idea the job is done is wrong” a leading scientist says, warning that the UK is in a “vulnerable position right now" with many people still unvaccinated

# Prof Adam Finn’s comments come as there is debate as to whether the next easing of restrictions, due on 21 June, should be delayed amid warnings of a third wave

# On Monday, the UK reported more than 3,000 new Covid infections for the sixth day in a row
In Scotland, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is preparing to announce whether the nation will move to level one restrictions from 7 June

# More than 11,000 people were vaccinated at Twickenham Stadium on Monday as part of a vaccine drive

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What are the latest global developments?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/21 at 6:11 am

Nearly 171 million cases of Covid have been reported worldwide since the pandemic began, according to Johns Hopkins University data

The global death toll has also climbed to over 3.5 million. The US, India and Brazil continue to have the highest number of cases and deaths

After a review of official data, Peru now has the world’s largest Covid death rate per capita, overtaking Hungary

The number of deaths has more than doubled in the Latin American country, from 69,342 to 180,282

The World Health Organization has announced a new naming system for variants of Covid-19, aiming to simplify discussions and remove stigmas around the names

The UK variant, for instance, has been re-labelled as Alpha, and the Indian variant, Delta

The European Commission – the EU’s executive body – has proposed that member states exempt vaccinated travellers from having to quarantine between EU nations

The exemption would depend on the use of an EU Digital Covid Certificate – a form with a QR code showing people’s vaccination status – which is on track to be ready by the end of June

Subject: Covid: Zero daily deaths announced in UK for first time

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/21 at 10:08 am

The UK has announced zero daily Covid deaths within 28 days of a positive test for the first time since the start of the pandemic.

The latest figures also reported another 3,165 new cases, compared with 3,383 on Monday and 2,493 one week ago.

It comes amid concern over a recent small rise in cases linked to the spread of the variant first identified in India.

Any deaths that happen on Tuesday will be reported in days to come.

Reports of daily deaths are often lower at weekends and at the start of the week because less counting takes place while statisticians are off - and adding in bank holidays will make this figure less certain still.

The figure comes as there have been calls to delay easing Covid restrictions in England on 21 June due to warnings of a third wave.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57320320

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/21 at 12:31 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/01/21 at 2:19 pm


The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced a new naming system for variants of Covid-19.

From now on the WHO will use Greek letters to refer to variants first detected in countries like the UK, South Africa and India.

The UK variant for instance is labelled as Alpha, the South African Beta, and the Indian as Delta.

The WHO said this was to simplify discussions but also to help remove some stigma from the names.

Earlier this month the Indian government criticised the naming of variant B.1.617.2 - first detected in the country last October - as the "Indian variant", though the WHO had never officially labelled it as such.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-57308592
There are 24 letters in the Greek Alphabet, so what happens when the 25th prominent variant starts?

Subject: Re: Covid: WHO renames UK and other variants with Greek letters

Written By: nally on 06/01/21 at 8:01 pm


The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced a new naming system for variants of Covid-19.

From now on the WHO will use Greek letters to refer to variants first detected in countries like the UK, South Africa and India.

The UK variant for instance is labelled as Alpha, the South African Beta, and the Indian as Delta.

The WHO said this was to simplify discussions but also to help remove some stigma from the names.

Earlier this month the Indian government criticised the naming of variant B.1.617.2 - first detected in the country last October - as the "Indian variant", though the WHO had never officially labelled it as such.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-57308592

There are 24 letters in the Greek Alphabet, so what happens when the 25th prominent variant starts?

Hopefully there won't be one. :-[

Subject: Re: Covid: Zero daily deaths announced in UK for first time

Written By: nally on 06/01/21 at 8:03 pm


The UK has announced zero daily Covid deaths within 28 days of a positive test for the first time since the start of the pandemic.

The latest figures also reported another 3,165 new cases, compared with 3,383 on Monday and 2,493 one week ago.

It comes amid concern over a recent small rise in cases linked to the spread of the variant first identified in India.

Any deaths that happen on Tuesday will be reported in days to come.

Reports of daily deaths are often lower at weekends and at the start of the week because less counting takes place while statisticians are off - and adding in bank holidays will make this figure less certain still.

The figure comes as there have been calls to delay easing Covid restrictions in England on 21 June due to warnings of a third wave.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57320320


Similarly, there have been days when there were no new deaths announced in my general area.

However, there are still a few new cases on a daily basis. (^ I'm a poet and I didn't know it!)
My point is, the number of new cases per day, as of late (in my general area) has been in the low double-figures.

Subject: Covid-19: Tutoring sessions in £1.4bn school catch-up plan

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 1:28 am

Tutoring sessions for pupils in England are being promised in school catch-up plans that will cost £1.4bn over three years.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson said: "We will do everything we can to support children who have fallen behind."

The extra funding will help pupils whose learning has been disrupted by the pandemic.

Head teachers criticised the proposals as a "damp squib" and "hugely disappointing".

The amount announced is lower than had been previously suggested - think tank Education Policy Institute (EPI) calculated a recovery plan would cost £13.5bn.

"Young people have sacrificed so much over the last year and as we build back from the pandemic, we must make sure that no child is left behind," said Mr Johnson, announcing "this next step in our long-term catch up plan".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-57320450

Subject: Covid Victoria: State extends lockdown to curb outbreak

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 2:59 am

The Australian state of Victoria will extend its lockdown by another week as authorities battle to control a growing virus outbreak.

Officials say people have been catching the virus from "fleeting" encounters in a Melbourne outbreak of the B.1.617.1 strain, now named the Kappa variant by the World Health Organization.

Australia's second most-populous state will now be locked down until 10 June.

It's the fourth shutdown endured by residents so far in the pandemic.

Six new local cases were reported on Wednesday, taking the cluster to 60.

"I know this is not the news that everybody wants to hear but given the cases we have... the government had no choice," said Acting Premier James Merlino.

"If we don't do this , this thing will get away. This variant of concern will become uncontrollable and people will die."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-57325513

Subject: Covid: Concern at 'very serious' Conwy county cluster

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 4:59 am

A cluster of the Indian variant of Covid-19 is "very serious" and could affect the easing of restrictions in Wales, the health minister has said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-57322527

Subject: Why are property prices rising in a pandemic?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 6:13 am

Official figures show UK house prices have been increasing at their fastest rate for more than a decade despite the country being gripped by a pandemic. Potential first-time buyers and movers may have more of a sinking feeling, as some watch the likelihood of owning move further out of reach. One notable boom area has been Cornwall, which has seen more searches on a leading property website than London. The reason for that is many buyers are engaged in a race for space. They want bigger homes with room to live and work, as well as a garden and easy to reach coast or countryside. The trouble is, they are in short supply.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Scotland 'at beginning of third wave'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 7:11 am

Scotland is at the beginning of a third wave of Covid, the country's national clinical director says.

Prof Jason Leitch says more cases are inevitable as society gradually opens up after lockdown.

"The question is whether you control that to a level that doesn't cause enough severe disease to fill hospitals and enough severe disease to cause misery and death to families," he says.

"And that's the balance we are now trying to strike in the advice we are giving and the decisions the first minister and the cabinet have made today."

His comments come after First Minister Nicola Sturgeon paused lockdown easing for many when she gave an update yesterday on the nation's roadmap out of restrictions.

Subject: Re: Covid: Zero daily deaths announced in UK for first time

Written By: Howard on 06/02/21 at 7:34 am


Similarly, there have been days when there were no new deaths announced in my general area.

However, there are still a few new cases on a daily basis. (^ I'm a poet and I didn't know it!)
My point is, the number of new cases per day, as of late (in my general area) has been in the low double-figures.

And numbers in New York have been going down.

Subject: Three-quarters of all UK adults have had first Covid jab

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 9:27 am

A significant milestone in the UK's vaccine rollout has just been announced.

Three-quarters of adults in the UK have now had a first dose of a Covid-19 vaccine, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said.

In a speech in Oxford he said: "As of midnight last night, I can confirm that we now have given a first dose of vaccine to three quarters of the adult population of the United Kingdom."

The percentage of people who have had their second dose - and so are fully vaccinated - is nearing 50%. Latest government figures say it is 48.9%.The latest UK-wide figure should be updated at 4pm.

Subject: I Don't Believe It!

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 10:35 am

Free circus tickets offered to vaccinated Russians

A region of Russian Siberia is giving away 1,000 circus tickets to locals who agree to get vaccinated against Covid-19.

In a bid to encourage more people to get the jab, the health ministry in Russia's Omsk Region has announced residents may claim a free ticket to the Omsk State Circus in exchange for getting their jab at a newly-set-up vaccination site on the circus premises.

Those who attend a vaccination there will be issued a certificate which can be exchanged at the circus box office for a ticket to the next lion show performance, Interfax news agency reports.

Tatyana Kazantseva, head doctor at Omsk city clinic Number 10, suggested the move may be popular among Russians who have been reluctant to book a vaccination in a medical setting, adding the new site is well stocked with Russia's Sputnik V and CoviVac vaccines.

"We are administering jabs in our clinic as well, but not every person wants to go to a medical facility for this, fearing a large congregation of people," she says, according to Interfax.

"For this reason, organising a medical office such as this in the building of the circus, directly in the centre of the city, will allow many Omsk locals to have their jab done without queuing."

The facility is one of many vaccination sites opened across Russia at non-medical sites such as shopping centres or sporting venues.

In recent months Russian government officials have been hard-pressed to offset persistent signs of low public enthusiasm for vaccines.

Russia's Academy of Sciences suggested last week the current speed of vaccination was "insufficient" - with only 8% of the population fully vaccinated.

Subject: Six Scotland players to miss rugby match after positive case

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 10:44 am

A further six Scotland footballers will miss Wednesday's friendly against the Netherlands due to Covid-19 fears following John Fleck's positive test.

David Marshall, Stephen O'Donnell, Nathan Patterson, Grant Hanley, John McGinn and Che Adams are not travelling with the squad to Portugal.

They have all tested negative but have been kept back as a precaution.

Sheffield United midfielder Fleck is self-isolating at Scotland's training camp in Alicante having tested positive on Tuesday.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 11:47 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/EA20/production/_118763995_southend_beach_976.jpg
Even the bathers are social distancing.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 12:26 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/16375/production/_118779909_uk_card_with_vax_2doses_02jun-nc.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New cases rising slowly in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 12:29 pm

After a substantial decline since the start of the year, the average number of daily cases is now slowly rising.

A further 4,330 confirmed cases in the UK were announced by the government on Wednesday, the highest number since 1 April.

Several areas are experiencing a rise in cases linked to the variant first detected in India (now named the Delta variant by the World Health Organization), and some scientific advisors have urged caution over lifting restrictions in England on 21 June amid warnings of a 'third wave'.

On Wednesday Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the government would be looking to see whether the vaccine had severed the link between cases and hospital admissions and deaths when considering relaxing restrictions on 21 June.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/07CD/production/_118779910_uk_daily_cases_with_ra_2jun-nc.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/02/21 at 1:28 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/EA20/production/_118763995_southend_beach_976.jpg
Even the bathers are social distancing.

Can they wear masks in the water?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 1:31 pm


Can they wear masks in the water?  ???
In the open air, masks need not to be worn, the, if any particles, in the air will easily disperse away. Masks are needed in enclosed spaces.

Subject: Three-quarters of all UK adults have had first Covid jab

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 2:36 pm


A significant milestone in the UK's vaccine rollout has just been announced.

Three-quarters of adults in the UK have now had a first dose of a Covid-19 vaccine, Health Secretary Matt Hancock has said.

In a speech in Oxford he said: "As of midnight last night, I can confirm that we now have given a first dose of vaccine to three quarters of the adult population of the United Kingdom."

The percentage of people who have had their second dose - and so are fully vaccinated - is nearing 50%. Latest government figures say it is 48.9%.The latest UK-wide figure should be updated at 4pm.
Good news - 75% of UK adults have received their first coronavirus vaccination and 49.5% have had both doses.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No data to delay 21 June unlocking - PM

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/02/21 at 3:47 pm

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said there is still "nothing in the data" to suggest the lifting of all of England's legal lockdown restrictions could not go ahead on 21 June. But he said people have to be "cautious" while the data is "still ambiguous". He said: "I'm sorry that's frustrating for people, I know that people want a clear answer about the way ahead for 21 June but at the moment we have just got to wait a little bit longer." A final decision on whether restrictions will be relaxed will be reached on 14 June.

Subject: Re: Covid: Zero daily deaths announced in UK for first time

Written By: nally on 06/02/21 at 11:19 pm


And numbers in New York have been going down.

Thanks, I was curious as to how it was faring elsewhere in the states. O0

Subject: Re: I Don't Believe It!

Written By: nally on 06/02/21 at 11:20 pm


Can they wear masks in the water?  ???

In the open air, masks need not to be worn, the, if any particles, in the air will easily disperse away. Masks are needed in enclosed spaces.

I doubt that the masks are waterproof.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest headlines

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/21 at 3:31 am

Here's what you need to know:

More than 20 healthcare organisations, including those representing nurses, doctors, surgeons and therapists, are calling for stricter UK guidelines on face masks and other personal protective equipment (PPE)

There must be more focus on self-harm among the over-65s because of the increased risks associated with the pandemic, a leading expert has said

Amazon is to expand its Covid testing lab facilities in the UK, but analysts say it could also provide opportunities for the online giant in the health sector and buff up its reputation after questions over working conditions

Tokyo 2020 president Seiko Hashimoto says she is "100%" certain the Olympics will go ahead next month, but warns the Games "must be prepared" to proceed without spectators in the event of a coronavirus outbreak

Britain's love of queuing helped the UK coronavirus vaccine rollout, the health secretary has said, as jabs were given "according to need, not ability to pay"

The education recovery commissioner for England, Sir Kevan Collins,has resigned in a row over the lack of "credible" Covid catch-up funding.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/21 at 5:08 am

Tokyo 2020 president Seiko Hashimoto is "100%" certain the Olympics will go ahead, but warned the Games "must be prepared" to proceed without spectators in the event of a coronavirus outbreak.

Subject: Re: I Don't Believe It!

Written By: Howard on 06/03/21 at 7:23 am


I doubt that the masks are waterproof.

I thought it would be a good idea because you might ingest chlorine so it doesn't get in your mouth.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No countries added to the UK green list

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/21 at 7:40 am

No more countries or territories will be added to the UK's foreign travel green list today, the BBC understands.

It is still possible that some countries will be removed from the green list.

There is also a strong expectation that there will be additions to the red list.

The full list of countries in the traffic light system is expected to be announced later.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Portugal to be taken off green list

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/21 at 8:02 am

It’s understood Portugal is being removed from the green list and will be added to the amber list from Tuesday, due to the rising of the number of cases there. It follows a meeting this morning between the UK and devolved governments and advice from the joint biosecurity centre. Sources tell me this decision will be announced later.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/6/3/72f4f637-c8a2-4584-ac2b-0a1c659fc9e5.jpg

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): another new variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/21 at 10:55 am

There are reports of another new variant, this time it is from or just simply called Nepal?

...and the WHO are unaware of this.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): More countries added to the UK red list

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/21 at 11:03 am

Seven places are set to be added to the UK's foreign travel red list this afternoon. They are:

Afghanistan
Bahrain
Costa Rica
Egypt
Sudan
Trinidad and Tobago
Sri Lanka

Subject: Covid: Indian variant 'now dominant' in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/21 at 11:57 am

The variant of coronavirus first identified in India is now the dominant strain in the UK, Public Health England (PHE) has said.

The number of cases confirmed by laboratory analysis rose by 79% over the last week to 12,431.

Scientists believe the variant, now known as Delta, has overtaken the Kent, or Alpha, variant.

They say that there may also be a higher risk of hospitalisation linked to the Delta variant.

But that is based on early evidence, and PHE say more data is needed to have more confidence in the finding.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-57287112

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/03/21 at 2:12 pm

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Subject: Re: I Don't Believe It!

Written By: nally on 06/03/21 at 7:32 pm


I thought it would be a good idea because you might ingest chlorine so it doesn't get in your mouth.

Solution: wear a waterproof mask.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): R rate between 1 and 1.2 in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/04/21 at 9:51 am

The coronavirus reproduction number - or R value - in England is estimated to be between 1 and 1.2, according to the latest government figures.

This is slightly higher than last week's estimate of 1 and 1.1.

The R number represents the average number of people each person with Covid-19 goes on to infect, and a value above 1 means the epidemic is growing.

An R number between 1 and 1.2 means that, on average, every 10 people infected will infect between 10 and 12 other people.

The R number is also broken down by region, and in the north west of England the range is the highest, between 1 and 1.3.

The Scientific Advisory Group for Emergencies (Sage) estimates the growth rate for the virus is between 0% and +3% in England.

Earlier, Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said the R number there was also above one.

Subject: Re: I Don't Believe It!

Written By: wagonman76 on 06/04/21 at 11:23 am


Solution: wear a waterproof mask.


Don’t have to worry about that here. Way too cold to swim.

Subject: Re: I Don't Believe It!

Written By: nally on 06/04/21 at 8:42 pm


Don’t have to worry about that here. Way too cold to swim.

It's sorta like that where I live, with the June gloom.

But it's warmer in other parts of So Cal, especially inland!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/07/21 at 2:23 pm

Deaths: 1

Cases: 5683 (weekly average: 5112) - it is on the rise.

Patients in Hospital: 932

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 06/07/21 at 3:04 pm

New cases in Michigan are still going down, a few hundred a day. Deaths still around 70 a day or so.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 06/07/21 at 9:20 pm


Deaths: 1

Cases: 5683 (weekly average: 5112) - it is on the rise.

Patients in Hospital: 932

Ooh not good. :o




New cases in Michigan are still going down, a few hundred a day. Deaths still around 70 a day or so.

That, on the other hand, is a good sign (that they're going down). They've been going down in my neck o' the woods too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/21 at 12:06 am


Ooh not good. :o

Hence my curtailing on long walks.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/21 at 12:10 am


Deaths: 1

Cases: 5683 (weekly average: 5112) - it is on the rise.

Patients in Hospital: 932
In full:
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Subject: Covid: Portugal joins amber list after scramble to return

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/21 at 12:33 am

British holidaymakers who dashed back from Portugal before the country came off the green travel list have spoken of their frustration, calling it an "absolute joke".

One woman said it had been a "massive inconvenience" while another couple said they had lost hundreds of pounds.

Portugal was moved to the amber list at 04:00 BST meaning arrivals must take two tests and quarantine for 10 days.

Airlines put on dozens of extra flights as people scrambled to get home.

The final commercial flight back to the UK from Portugal appeared to be a WizzAir plane from Faro to Doncaster Sheffield Airport, landing at 02:58 - little more than an hour before the deadline.

At the same time Portugal was moved to the amber list, several countries went onto the red list which requires hotel quarantine, including Afghanistan, Bahrain, Costa Rica, Egypt, Sudan, Trinidad and Tobago and Sri Lanka.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57393931

Subject: Covid vaccine stickers come to dating apps in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/21 at 1:48 am

UK online daters will be able to choose to display a badge on their profiles to show if they have been vaccinated against Covid or support the jab drive.

However there will be no way of verifying whether those displaying the badge have genuinely had the vaccine.

Tinder, Match, Hinge, Bumble, Badoo, Plenty of Fish, OurTime and Muzmatch have all signed up to the scheme, in partnership with the UK government.

The idea of vaccine badges on dating apps was launched in the US in May.

Some of the apps are including additional incentives for those who say they are vaccinated - such as free credits or access to premium features that usually cost extra, like profile boosts, virtual rose giving and "super likes".

Bumble will also enable its members to share pandemic dating preferences such as views on social distancing, mask-wearing and whether users are comfortable meeting in crowded places.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-57379034

Subject: NHS vaccine page crashes briefly

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/21 at 3:44 am

The NHS booking page for vaccinations has crashed briefly, as over-25s were invited to book their Covid-19 jabs.

A message on the website said: "The NHS website is currently experiencing technical difficulties.

"We are working to resolve these issues. Thank you for your patience."

Subject: What’s happening?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/21 at 5:57 am

Here are some of the morning headlines:

UK holidaymakers have been left angry and frustrated after a scramble to return home before Portugal moved onto the amber list.

Portugal moved to the list at 04:00 BST - meaning any new arrivals must take two tests and quarantine for 10 days.

NHS and care staff in England are so burnt out that it has become an "emergency" and risks the future of the health service, MPs have warned.

All adults aged 25 to 29 in England who have not yet had a Covid vaccine will be able to book their first dose from today

Reports have suggested the final step in the Government's road map could be delayed by two weeks
It’s after ministers were given a "downbeat" briefing on the latest data by chief medical officer Chris Whitty and chief scientific adviser Sir Patrick Vallance, according to The Times

Millions of Covid vaccines could be wasted if rich countries send large amounts of leftover doses to poorer nations in one go, Unicef has warned.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/08/21 at 6:13 am


Hence my curtailing on long walks.

So you're putting the walks on hold for now?

Subject: Tougher restrictions advised in North West of England

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/21 at 6:58 am

People living in Greater Manchester and parts of Lancashire have been advised to minimise travel in and out of the area and avoid meeting indoors.

Health Secretary Matt Hancock told MPs that a "strengthened package of support" will also be provided to tackle a rise in the Delta variant.

Surge testing will now be rolled out across these areas.

Greater Manchester and Lancashire have been identified as areas where the Delta variant is spreading the fastest.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-manchester-57400378

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/21 at 7:10 am


British holidaymakers who dashed back from Portugal before the country came off the green travel list have spoken of their frustration, calling it an "absolute joke".

One woman said it had been a "massive inconvenience" while another couple said they had lost hundreds of pounds.

Portugal was moved to the amber list at 04:00 BST meaning arrivals must take two tests and quarantine for 10 days.

Airlines put on dozens of extra flights as people scrambled to get home.

The final commercial flight back to the UK from Portugal appeared to be a WizzAir plane from Faro to Doncaster Sheffield Airport, landing at 02:58 - little more than an hour before the deadline.

At the same time Portugal was moved to the amber list, several countries went onto the red list which requires hotel quarantine, including Afghanistan, Bahrain, Costa Rica, Egypt, Sudan, Trinidad and Tobago and Sri Lanka.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57393931
Simply don't go abroad for a holiday!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/08/21 at 9:58 am

The B.1.617/Indian variant was not as infectious as we were lead to believe? It went from being 25% of cases last week in Ontario to 15% this week and seems to be dying away on its own. The B.1.1.7/British variant is kicking its butt.

My guess for the reason B.1.617 became dominant in the UK is because AstraZeneca, the UK's main vaccine, doesn't protect against it very well. Ontario's main vaccines are Pfizer/Moderna, and even with one dose it doesn't seem to have a problem keeping B.1.617 at bay. I guess we'll have to wait a few more weeks to get a clearer picture.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/21 at 10:01 am


The B.1.617/Indian variant was not as infectious as we were lead to believe? It went from being 25% of cases last week in Ontario to 15% this week and seems to be dying away on its own. The B.1.117/British variant is kicking its butt.

My guess for the reason B.1.617 became dominant in the UK is because AstraZeneca, the UK's main vaccine, doesn't protect against it very well. Ontario's main vaccines are Pfizer/Moderna, and even with one dose it doesn't seem to have a problem keeping B.1.617 at bay. I guess we'll have to wait a few more weeks to get a clearer picture.
That is the way I see it as well, also, people are mixing more, causing the viruses to spread more.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/21 at 12:12 pm

Deaths: 13

Cases: 6048 (weekly average: 5524) - it is on the rise.

Patients in Hospital: 957

Vaccinations: 40,573,517 first doses - equivalent to 77% of the adult population and 28,227,362 second doses, or 53.6% of the adult population.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 06/08/21 at 12:28 pm


The B.1.617/Indian variant was not as infectious as we were lead to believe? It went from being 25% of cases last week in Ontario to 15% this week and seems to be dying away on its own. The B.1.117/British variant is kicking its butt.

My guess for the reason B.1.617 became dominant in the UK is because AstraZeneca, the UK's main vaccine, doesn't protect against it very well. Ontario's main vaccines are Pfizer/Moderna, and even with one dose it doesn't seem to have a problem keeping B.1.617 at bay. I guess we'll have to wait a few more weeks to get a clearer picture.


We’ll be going back to Pfizer now as we are moving to vaccinating younger people. It has been decided that under 50s should not have the Oxford-Astra Zeneca vaccine because of the risks of blood clots. Although these risks are small they are slightly higher in younger people for some reason.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Football fans to show proof of vaccine

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/08/21 at 12:31 pm

England's Euro 2020 group matches at Wembley Stadium in the upcoming European Football Championships will be the UK's first sporting events where proof of being fully vaccinated will be used to gain entry. UK-based ticket holders aged 11 or over will be asked to show evidence both doses have been received at least 14 days before the match, to enter. Those not fully vaccinated must show proof of a negative lateral flow test taken within the previous 48 hours.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/08/21 at 1:29 pm


That is the way I see it as well, also, people are mixing more, causing the viruses to spread more.

They conjure together in large crowds causing the virus to spread more.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: 2001 on 06/08/21 at 2:55 pm


We’ll be going back to Pfizer now as we are moving to vaccinating younger people. It has been decided that under 50s should not have the Oxford-Astra Zeneca vaccine because of the risks of blood clots. Although these risks are small they are slightly higher in younger people for some reason.


Yeah, they (we) borrowed the charts from the UK to explain why it was banned for younger age groups. I still wanted it because I wanted to put the pandemic behind me ASAP, but after India's export ban we never ended up getting much AZ anyway. :P

https://www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/CovidStats_07-04-21-final_Page_2-2048x1152.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Football fans to show proof of vaccine

Written By: nally on 06/08/21 at 7:57 pm


They conjure together in large crowds causing the virus to spread more.

Especially if they aren't vaccinated (or even have one dose of it).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): California to reopen June 15th

Written By: nally on 06/08/21 at 11:49 pm

One more week until the target "reopening" date of June 15th in CA.

This will include stadiums opening up to full capacity, such as Dodger Stadium.

Subject: Covid in Scotland: Cruise ship not allowed to dock in Greenock

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/21 at 1:21 am

Passengers on a cruise ship touring the UK have been told they will not be allowed to disembark in Scotland.

The MSC Virtuosa's operator says Scottish government Covid rules block it from entering the port of Greenock.

The government has said domestic cruises can only restart when restrictions in all of Scotland reach level one.

It insisted the decision was based on the risks "between both cruises and the wider travel context".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-glasgow-west-57406705

Subject: Covid: Greater Manchester and Lancashire in testing and vaccine push

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/21 at 1:43 am

Coronavirus vaccines and tests are being stepped up in areas of north-west England to try to deal with the rise in cases of the Delta variant.

The whole of Greater Manchester and Lancashire will get help from the military to carry out extra tests - similar to the tactics used in Bolton.

But local leaders have asked for extra jabs to vaccinate everyone even faster.

It comes as debate continues about whether England's next lockdown easing will go ahead as planned on 21 June.

There is less than a week until the government is due to announce its decision about the reopening date.

At the weekend, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the Delta variant - first discovered in India - was 40% more transmissible than the previously-dominant Alpha variant, first discovered in Kent.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57408752

Subject: Lockdown lifting: Four numbers to look for this week

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/21 at 2:53 am

The government faces a difficult choice in the next few days.

Many people are desperate to see the return to normality promised by the final stage of the government's roadmap to lifting lockdown.

But ministers always said 21 June was not set in stone - and could be affected by changes in the pandemic, including the emergence of new variants.

What will they be weighing up as they make their final decision?

Here are four key numbers to watch out for in the coming days:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/57403888

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Today’s UK headlines

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/21 at 3:16 am

Here are some of the stories for this morning.

The military is sent in to boost surge testing in Delta variant hotspots in north-west England

Greater Manchester mayor Andy Burnham has called for extra jabs to vaccinate residents “right now”
But communities secretary Robert Jenrick says: “We are not going to adopt a geographical approach where one part of the country gets significant more vaccines than another”
He also rules out a return to local lockdowns in England

Meanwhile, the Army has sent 60 personnel to boost the vaccination programme in Lothian and Lanarkshire in Scotland

Across England, there was a surge in demand as people aged 25 to 29 were invited to book jabs, NHS England says

It was a "Glastonbury-style rush for appointments", says NHS England boss Sir Simon Stevens - with more than 1,600 jabs being booked every minute

And UK adults spent an average of three hours and 47 minutes online every day during the pandemic, an Ofcom report has found.

Subject: About 8 in 10 UK adults have Covid antibodies - ONS

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/21 at 7:08 am

About 8 in 10 adults in the UK had antibodies to coronavirus by 17 May, according to the latest data from the Office for National Statistics.

The figures are 83% for adults in Wales, 80% in England and Northern Ireland and a slightly lower 73% for Scotland.

They're up from 77% for Wales, 76% for England, 75% for Northern Ireland and 69% for Scotland - the week before.

Antibodies are evidence of vaccination or past infection which help the body fight illness.

Subject: Nearly 41 million people in UK have had first jab

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/21 at 10:29 am

The UK’s latest figures also show the number of people to have had one vaccine dose is now 40.7 million, while the number who have received both doses is 28.5 million.

That's 77.3% of the adult population who have had one jab, and 54.2% who have had two jabs.

Subject: Three million vaccine texts to be sent to 25 to 29-year-olds

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/21 at 10:38 am

Around three million text messages are being sent out over this week to ask 25 to 29-year-olds to book their coronavirus vaccine through the national booking service.

GPs are also set to urge the newly-eligible groups to come forward over the coming days.

Text invitations, which do not expire, should appear as an alert from "NHSvaccine" and include a web link to the NHS website to reserve an appointment.

When invited, people will be able to book at one of the 1,600 vaccination centres, pharmacies or GP sites across the country that are available through the national booking service.

Vaccination centres are also popping up in places such as mosques, museums and sports stadiums.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK's daily cases highest since February

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/21 at 12:11 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/6/9/3ac44826-0097-4683-bd28-9c74573ff045.png

The UK has recorded another 7,540 coronavirus cases, according to the latest government figures.

That is the highest number of daily cases reported since 26 February.

The seven-day average for cases is up by 66%, amid concerns the Delta variant is fuelling a rise in infections.

There have also been a further six deaths within 28 days of a positive test.

Today's figures compare with 4,330 cases a week ago and 12 deaths.

Subject: Calls for quarantine hotel to be shut after Covid outbreak

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/21 at 12:15 pm

A local council has called on the government to shut a quarantine hotel in Reading after a total of 44 positive cases of Covid-19 were identified among residents and staff.

Reading Council says it is "unconvinced" the outbreak is under control or that robust safety measures are in place.

The quarantine facility, run by the Department of Health and Social Care, opened on 29 April. Reading Borough Council says it was notified of the first Covid outbreak on 9 May.

The local authority says cases have spread "between guests, and hotel and security staff".

It says it believes at least three cases in the community have been directly linked to the hotel's outbreak and the spread "could have been avoided had the correct safety procedures been in place" at the outset.

The majority of the positive cases have been identified as the Delta variant.

The Department for Health and Social Care has been approached for comment.

Subject: Re: Three million vaccine texts to be sent to 25 to 29-year-olds

Written By: Howard on 06/09/21 at 1:48 pm


Around three million text messages are being sent out over this week to ask 25 to 29-year-olds to book their coronavirus vaccine through the national booking service.

GPs are also set to urge the newly-eligible groups to come forward over the coming days.

Text invitations, which do not expire, should appear as an alert from "NHSvaccine" and include a web link to the NHS website to reserve an appointment.

When invited, people will be able to book at one of the 1,600 vaccination centres, pharmacies or GP sites across the country that are available through the national booking service.

Vaccination centres are also popping up in places such as mosques, museums and sports stadiums.

I got mine in a school gymnasium.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/09/21 at 1:50 pm


I got mine in a school gymnasium.
I had mine at a local hospital, my son at a London museum, and the British actor comedian Stephen Fry received his jab at Westminster Abbey. I would had like to to have mine there!

Subject: Re: Three million vaccine texts to be sent to 25 to 29-year-olds

Written By: nally on 06/09/21 at 11:11 pm


I got mine in a school gymnasium.

I had mine at a local hospital, my son at a London museum, and the British actor comedian Stephen Fry received his jab at Westminster Abbey. I would had like to to have mine there!

That is quite interesting.

I received both of my vaccinations in the same place, namely a large retail space that used to be a Kmart. The store must've closed (and emptied out its shelves and other furniture) several years ago...and the vacant facility was used as a Covid vaccination center. And that was a good use of that space, because it allowed everyone inside to social distance, and plenty of tables to be used for places for patients to get their dosage.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What are today's UK headlines?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/21 at 2:44 am

Here’s a quick look at some of the main developments this morning:

Health Secretary Matt Hancock is due to appear in front of a committee of MPs later to answer questions about his handling of the coronavirus pandemic

It comes after Hancock was accused by Dominic Cummings of a string of mistakes - and of lying to the prime minister - at the start of the crisis

Prime Minister Boris Johnson says it is clear Covid cases are rising and hospitalisations increasing, as a decision on 21 June unlocking looms

Travel industry figures dismiss the latest moves by the US and UK to reopen travel as No 10 says the PM and US president Joe Biden would "work to relaunch UK-US travel as soon as possible"

And Consumer group Which? says there are still "serious problems" among private Covid testing firms, with rogue operators making misleading claims

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Johnson and Biden move to reopen UK-US travel

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/21 at 4:24 am

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and US President Joe Biden will meet later to agree a new "Atlantic Charter". The modern agreement, based on a declaration during World War Two, will focus on a number of challenges including a way of relaunching travel between the two countries "as soon as possible", a No 10 statement said. Almost all passengers from the UK are currently banned from travelling to the US. However, the boss of Virgin Atlantic, Shai Weiss, said the announcement, which sees a new taskforce being created to make recommendations on easing travel, "falls short".

Subject: Re: Three million vaccine texts to be sent to 25 to 29-year-olds

Written By: Howard on 06/10/21 at 6:12 am


That is quite interesting.

I received both of my vaccinations in the same place, namely a large retail space that used to be a Kmart. The store must've closed (and emptied out its shelves and other furniture) several years ago...and the vacant facility was used as a Covid vaccination center. And that was a good use of that space, because it allowed everyone inside to social distance, and plenty of tables to be used for places for patients to get their dosage.

The gymnasium was big enough to hold a lot of people and there was also a lot of social distance where I was sitting.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/21 at 6:16 am


That is quite interesting.

Stephen Fry, referring to his own jab, he said it had been “painless” but added: “The only bad side of this, for a Cambridgeman, is to have an Oxford vaccine.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Age divide widens in high infection areas

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/21 at 10:49 am

The gap between Covid-19 case rates among the old and young is growing.

In Blackburn with Darwen in Lancashire, where cases are surging and the Delta variant has been found in high concentrations, the most recent average case rate in the under 60s is now about six times that of those aged 60 and over.

During earlier waves of the pandemic, case rates among older people in hotspot areas caught up with those of younger people, but this time it looks different.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/6/10/389215ec-0377-4979-b2fc-39e6f22f20c2.png

Local leaders have been calling on eligible people to have their second jab, and these high rates of infection among lower priority groups could demonstrate just why having two doses is so important.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/21 at 1:24 pm

Deaths: 7

Cases: 7393 (weekly average: 6282) - it is on the rise.

Patients in Hospital: 1048

In the last seven days, there have been 44,008 new positive coronavirus tests in the UK. That's a rise of 17,036 - or 63.2% - from the previous week.

And there have been 55 deaths in the past seven days, a rise of one - or 1.9% - from the week before.

Subject: UK to donate more than 100m surplus vaccine doses, says PM

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/10/21 at 4:43 pm

Boris Johnson says the UK will start donating coronavirus vaccines to poorer countries in the next few weeks.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57436535

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Johnson and Biden move to reopen UK-US travel

Written By: nally on 06/10/21 at 9:35 pm


UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and US President Joe Biden will meet later to agree a new "Atlantic Charter". The modern agreement, based on a declaration during World War Two, will focus on a number of challenges including a way of relaunching travel between the two countries "as soon as possible", a No 10 statement said. Almost all passengers from the UK are currently banned from travelling to the US. However, the boss of Virgin Atlantic, Shai Weiss, said the announcement, which sees a new taskforce being created to make recommendations on easing travel, "falls short".

Good for Johnson and Biden! O0 Happy that they're doing this.

Subject: Re: Three million vaccine texts to be sent to 25 to 29-year-olds

Written By: nally on 06/10/21 at 9:36 pm


The gymnasium was big enough to hold a lot of people and there was also a lot of social distance where I was sitting.

That's good.

I just remember that after I got mine, both times there was a worker to escort me to an "observation area" with several chairs that were socially distanced; we had to remain there for about 15 minutes at a time before we could leave.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 06/10/21 at 11:04 pm

I got mine in a temporarily converted hotel lobby.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 06/10/21 at 11:25 pm


I got mine in a temporarily converted hotel lobby.



That is quite interesting.

I received both of my vaccinations in the same place, namely a large retail space that used to be a Kmart. The store must've closed (and emptied out its shelves and other furniture) several years ago...and the vacant facility was used as a Covid vaccination center. And that was a good use of that space, because it allowed everyone inside to social distance, and plenty of tables to be used for places for patients to get their dosage.


Jesus you two.  I got mine at a fully converted ice hockey rink.  It took me only 20 minutes to get pre-screened, get in the building, get registered, sit, wait for the doctor/nurse, get pre-screened again, countdown from 10-1. get the jab, to observe, check out, and out of the building.

Subject: Re: Three million vaccine texts to be sent to 25 to 29-year-olds

Written By: Howard on 06/11/21 at 7:00 am


That's good.

I just remember that after I got mine, both times there was a worker to escort me to an "observation area" with several chairs that were socially distanced; we had to remain there for about 15 minutes at a time before we could leave.

And some places offer you a snack and water before you leave.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/11/21 at 7:02 am


I got mine in a temporarily converted hotel lobby.

How were you doing after the jab?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/11/21 at 7:45 am


Deaths: 7

Cases: 7393 (weekly average: 6282) - it is on the rise.

Patients in Hospital: 1048

In the last seven days, there have been 44,008 new positive coronavirus tests in the UK. That's a rise of 17,036 - or 63.2% - from the previous week.

And there have been 55 deaths in the past seven days, a rise of one - or 1.9% - from the week before.

Nearly two-thirds of people infected with the Delta variant, and more than half of those who have died with it, have not had a Covid vaccine at all, the latest official data suggests. There have been nearly 30,000 new UK cases of the variant in the past week.

The Delta variant, which was first identified in India, is now the dominant variant in the UK - accounting for 90% of cases.

It is still out there!

Subject: Covid: Lockdown easing in England delayed to 19 July

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/21 at 1:19 am

The final stage of easing lockdown restrictions in England is to be delayed until 19 July, the PM has said.

It means most remaining curbs on social contact will continue beyond 21 June, when they had been due to be lifted.

The limit on wedding guest numbers will be removed but venues will still have to adhere to other rules.

Boris Johnson said there would be a review after two weeks and he was "confident" the delay would not need to be longer than four weeks.

"We will monitor the position every day and if, after two weeks, we have concluded that the risk has diminished then we reserve the possibility of proceeding to step four, and a full opening, sooner," he told a Downing Street news conference.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57476776

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/21 at 1:31 am

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Subject: UK jobs market 'showing signs of recovery'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/21 at 4:03 am

The jobs market is "showing signs of recovery", official figures suggest, with the unemployment rate falling and the number of job vacancies rising.

Unemployment stood at 4.7% in the three months to April, down from 4.8% previously, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said.

The number of job vacancies in March to May was 758,000 - just 27,000 below pre-pandemic levels.

However, unemployment among the young and those in hospitality remains high.

Sam Beckett, ONS head of economic statistics, said: "The number of employees on payroll grew strongly in May, up by almost 200,000, although it is still over half a million down since the pandemic struck.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57480167

Subject: Covid deaths remain low across UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/21 at 4:56 am

The number of deaths registered in the UK in the week ending 4 June 2021 was 9,111, which was 4% below the five-year average.

Of these, 108 involved Covid-19, two more than the previous week.

The lowest registered Covid-19 deaths during the pandemic was during the week of the August Bank Holiday last year, when 83 deaths were registered.

The ONS warns that comparisons to last week’s figures and the five-year average “should be interpreted with caution” as registry offices were closed over the recent late May Bank Holiday.

Subject: All over-18s in England should be able to book jab by end of week

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/21 at 6:38 am

All adults in England should be able to book their Covid-19 jab "by the end of this week", NHS England's chief executive says.

Speaking at the NHS Confederation annual conference, Sir Simon Stevens predicts the national booking service will be open to all adults aged 18 and above by the end of the week.

He says the health service will "finish the job" of the Covid vaccination programme to the "greatest extent possible" over the next four weeks; adding that by 19 July, it aims to have offered two thirds of adults in England both vaccine doses.

He cites today's extension of the rollout to 23 and 24-year-olds as evidence of the "great strides" the health service is making towards this goal.

He adds: "Of course, vaccine supply continues to be constrained, so we're pacing ourselves at precisely the rate of which we're getting that extra vaccine supply between now and July 19."

Subject: Moscow reports 'explosive growth' in Covid-19 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/21 at 8:22 am

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin says there has been an "explosive growth" of Covid-19 cases in his city, where he says the number of cases has increased by 80% in recent days.

The number of patients taken to hospital in a serious condition has meanwhile grown by 70% “over the past few days”, he is quoted as saying by the Interfax news agency on 15 June.

Residents of Moscow "are getting too relaxed, they think it's over", he says, adding: "Covid has a treacherous history behind it."

Due to the worsening coronavirus situation, all public events are being cancelled in areas surrounding Moscow, the local authorities say.

The ban will stay in place until 15 July, Moscow Region governor Andrei Vorobyov says.

He told a meeting of local officials that the number of new Covid-19 hospitalisations had nearly doubled from 500 to 950 patients a day.

"If we said earlier that older people were in the risk zone, now young people are falling ill increasingly more often, and they have it bad: 60% of new cases and 33% of hospital admissions are under 50," he said, according to TASS news agency.

The developments come as Russia's second-largest city St Petersburg is hosting Euro 2020 football championships.

On 15 June, the highest number of cases reported by Russia were in Moscow (6,805), Moscow Region (1,135), and St Petersburg (902).

There are fears that the actual number of new cases and deaths may be higher, as the Russian authorities have been accused of under-reporting Covid-19 statistics.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK reports 7,673 new confirmed cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/21 at 11:05 am

Today's figures show another 7,673 people have tested positive for coronavirus.

It means that cases in the last seven days have risen 38.8% from the previous week.

A further 10 deaths within 28 days of a positive test were also recorded.

Yesterday, there were a further 132,627 first vaccine doses administered in the UK and 235,928 second doses, for a total of 368,555 extra vaccinations.

It means that 41,831,056 people have now had at least one dose, equivalent to 79.4% of people aged over 18.

There are 30,209,707 people who are fully vaccinated - 57.4% of adults.

Subject: India's uneven vaccine rollout

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/21 at 11:18 am

Vaccinating a country of 1.4 billion people is no easy task.

India began giving jabs in mid-January, but by May, the country was severely low on stocks.

The supply shortage, however, has not been the only challenge.

India's effort to vaccinate its people has had varying success across regions because of other issues, from planning to infrastructure to misinformation.

Data from 729 districts shows wide disparities in vaccination rates.

Some districts have given jabs to half their population, while others have vaccinated as little as 3%.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/6/15/5a2a803b-1413-4df7-a4ed-b461c27faba7.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK reports 7,673 new confirmed cases

Written By: nally on 06/15/21 at 8:14 pm


Today's figures show another 7,673 people have tested positive for coronavirus.

It means that cases in the last seven days have risen 38.8% from the previous week.

A further 10 deaths within 28 days of a positive test were also recorded.

Yesterday, there were a further 132,627 first vaccine doses administered in the UK and 235,928 second doses, for a total of 368,555 extra vaccinations.

It means that 41,831,056 people have now had at least one dose, equivalent to 79.4% of people aged over 18.

There are 30,209,707 people who are fully vaccinated - 57.4% of adults.

:o :o

In some parts of the U.S., however, case rates have gone down considerably, due to vaccinations being given.

In fact, today was the "reopening" day in California...but most people are still taking safety precautions such as keeping on their facemasks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/21 at 3:45 am


:o :o

In some parts of the U.S., however, case rates have gone down considerably, due to vaccinations being given.

In fact, today was the "reopening" day in California...but most people are still taking safety precautions such as keeping on their facemasks.
Exactly, being safe, the virus is out there.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): This morning's headlines

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/21 at 3:46 am

here are the day's main Covid headlines:

Covid vaccinations are to become compulsory for staff in care homes for older people in England, the BBC has been told

MPs are going to vote on extending emergency Covid laws in England for another four weeks, amid concern over rising cases

Researchers say they have found another life-saving therapy to treat coronavirus, which could help one in three of those in hospital with severe Covid

Arrivals in the Republic of Ireland from Great Britain who have not been vaccinated will have to self-isolate for 10 days under new rules

The hospitality industry in Scotland is warning of the potential of "another lost summer" as ministers prepare to delay easing coronavirus restrictions

The number of Americans who have died from Covid-19 has reached 600,012 - the most of any nation - according to data from Johns Hopkins University

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Vaccines extended to people over 21 in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/21 at 4:48 am

People in England aged 21 and over can now book their Covid vaccines, the health secretary says.

In a tweet, Matt Hancock urged them to book appointments and "help us all get out of the pandemic".

NHS England says around a million text messages will be sent out today inviting people to book their vaccine appointments.

Subject: Another life-saving Covid treatment found

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/21 at 6:01 am

Exactly a year on from the discovery that a cheap steroid drug prevented Covid deaths, researchers say they have found another life-saving therapy.

It is expensive - a potent intravenous infusion of antibodies to neutralise the virus, rather than dampen the body's inflammatory response to it.

Results from the Recovery trial suggest it could help one in three of those in hospital with severe Covid.

For every 100 patients treated, experts calculate, it would save six lives.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57488150

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/16/21 at 7:01 am


Exactly, being safe, the virus is out there.


And always take precautions too. :o

Subject: Delta variant discovered in Moscow, scientists say

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/21 at 7:23 am

Russian scientists say they are studying the Sputnik V vaccine efficacy against a mutated form of the Delta coronavirus variant discovered recently in Moscow.

"We are currently identifying a range of variants which are circulating in Moscow. And here there is far from just the Wuhan strain, there is also a mutated version of the Indian strain," Gamaleya Institute director Alexander Gintsburg tells the Interfax news agency.

"We are now studying Sputnik V's efficacy against these variants."

The development comes amid a sharp rise in the number of new recorded cases in Moscow and other parts of Russia.

Moscow's mayor says the Russian capital is experiencing an “explosive growth” in Covid-19 cases, with the number of patients seriously ill in hospital increasing by 70% in recent days.

And yesterday Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed concern at the sluggish pace of Russia’s vaccination campaign, saying it “left much to be desired”.

Around 12.8% of the population has received at least one jab, with 9.9% fully vaccinated, website Statistika-Vakcinacii.ru, which has been publishing daily updates based on figures collated from regional health authorities, says.

Employers are required to make sure at least 60% of staff in service industries such as retail, hospitality, and entertainment have been vaccinated.

Subject: Covid vaccine to be compulsory for England care home staff

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/21 at 9:46 am

Covid vaccinations are to become compulsory for staff in care homes for older people in England, the BBC has been told.

Workers are expected to be given 16 weeks to have the jab or face being redeployed away from front-line care or potentially lose their job.

Care bosses are currently attending a virtual meeting with the Department of Health to discuss the plans.

The move is set to be announced by the government in the next few days.

Consultations will begin on a similar rule for other health and care staff.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57492264

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records nine more coronavirus deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/21 at 10:40 am

A further nine people have died with coronavirus in the UK, according to government's daily figures.

This takes the total number of people to die in the 28 days following a positive Covid-19 test to 127,926.

There were also 9,055 new infections recorded in the last 24 hours.

A total of 72,461,462 vaccination doses have now been given in the UK, according to the government's daily figures.

That's 42,021,089 first doses and 30,440,373 second doses.

Subject: Covid: Is there a limit to how much worse variants can get?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/16/21 at 1:22 pm

It is clear we are now dealing with a virus that spreads far more easily - probably more than twice as easily - as the version that emerged in Wuhan at the end of 2019.

The Alpha variant, first identified in Kent, UK, performed a large jump in its ability to transmit. Now Delta, seen first in India, leapt further still.

This is evolution in action.

So are we doomed to a never-ending parade of new and improved variants that get harder and harder to contain? Or is there a limit to how much worse coronavirus can become?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57431420

Subject: Re: Covid vaccine to be compulsory for England care home staff

Written By: nally on 06/16/21 at 8:05 pm


Exactly, being safe, the virus is out there.

And always take precautions too. :o

That's what I'm doing. Even though I am fully vaxed.

Subject: Covid: Epidemic growing across England, says study

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/21 at 2:43 am

The Covid epidemic in England is growing - with much of the growth being driven by younger age groups not yet immunised, a study suggests.

The analysis, from the React-1 study, looked at the period 20 May to 7 June.

But tentative signs in the latest daily data suggest growth may be beginning to slow.

The rollout of jabs to younger people is key to reducing further spread, researchers from Imperial College London say.

Since last year, scientists tracking the epidemic have been inviting a representative sample of the population to take Covid swab tests. They found:

# of the 108,911 people tested, 135 were positive - a rise from 0.1% to 0.15%

# most cases were among five- to 12-year-olds and 18- to 24-year-olds

# the reproduction (R) number, of people the average infected person would infect, was an estimated 1.44

The analysis also suggests a strengthening link between cases and hospital admissions, which scientists say is mostly driven by younger people not yet vaccinated.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57504172

Subject: Covid threat to India's holiest river

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/21 at 3:53 am

India's holiest river, the Ganges, is one of the most polluted in the world but a new environmental crisis is looming due to the country's second wave of Covid.

Subject: Food-delivery apps up to 44% more expensive, survey finds

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/21 at 6:21 am

Food-delivery apps have experienced a huge boost during the pandemic - but a snapshot investigation from consumer watchdog Which? suggests they may not be the cheapest option.

It compared the costs of meals from five eateries, bought directly and ordered on apps Deliveroo, UberEats and Just Eat.

On average, a takeaway cost 23% more on an app than ordering directly.

The app companies said their commission charges were fair.

Which? found:

# orders on Deliveroo were the most expensive, costing an average of 31% more than ordering directly
UberEats cost an extra 25%

# Just Eat orders were 7% more expensive

# The most expensive order was a burrito and a taco from a Mexican restaurant, which cost £43.94 on Deliveroo - £12.29 (44%) more than ordering directly.

Before adding delivery and service charge, the cost was £8.30 more.

Prices on apps are generally set by restaurants and they often increase the price to cover the service fees charged.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-57497997

Subject: Covid: No major lockdown easing in Wales expected before July

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/21 at 8:57 am

Covid restrictions in Wales are unlikely to be significantly relaxed until July because of concern about the Delta variant, BBC Wales has been told.

Welsh government sources are downplaying expectations ahead of a scheduled announcement by First Minister Mark Drakeford on Friday.

Ministers have been looking at permitting more people to meet indoors.

But, as cases rise, sources say there will not be big changes in the rules for the next four weeks.

Cabinet ministers met on Wednesday afternoon to discuss the latest scientific evidence.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-politics-57511769

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/21 at 10:58 am

There have been another 19 deaths reported within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test and a further 11,007 cases recorded in the UK, according to the latest government figures.

This is the highest number of cases since 19 February, when 12,027 cases were reported.

It's an increase on Wednesday's figures, when a further 9,055 cases were recorded.

A total of 42,216,654 first jabs have been administered in the UK, meaning 80% of all adults have had their first vaccine dose.

There are now 30,675,207 people who have had both jabs, according to the latest daily figures.

Vaccine minister Nadhim Zahawi says: "Every jab takes us a step closer to the end of the pandemic and we will continue to deliver the rollout at lightning speed."

Subject: All adults able to book Covid jab in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/21 at 3:27 am

People aged 18 and over in England will be invited to book their first Covid-19 jab later, in what the NHS is describing as a "watershed moment". About 1.5 million texts are to be sent to people aged 18 to 20 today. "Offering all adults a jab less than 200 days after the programme launched is one of our country's greatest collective achievements," says Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

Subject: Retail sales fall in May as shoppers dine out

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/21 at 3:55 am

Retail sales fell by 1.4% between April and May as people chose to visit reopened bars and restaurants instead of buying food at supermarkets.

The Office for National Statistics said sales fell most significantly at food stores as consumers took advantage of Covid restrictions being lifted in the hospitality sector to eat out.

In contrast, sales at non-food shops rose on demand for outdoor furniture.

The proportion of online sales dipped as people returned to physical shops.

It is the third month in a row that the proportion of online sales has fallen, but the ONS said they "remain nearly 60% higher than the level seen in February 2020" before the pandemic.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-57523336

Subject: London's Notting Hill Carnival taken off streets for second yearThe organisers o

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/21 at 4:34 am

The organisers of London's Notting Hill Carnival have said it will not take place on the streets again this year, adding they want to put "safety first".

With time short for participants to prepare, along with the risk of cancellation, they have decided to represent the fiesta in other ways, they say.

The three-day street party has been held in the west of the capital since 1966, usually attracting about two million people.

Last year, the first digital version of the event was hosted by radio presenters DJ Ace and Remel London.

It was streamed on four channels over the August Bank Holiday weekend.

Details of alternative arrangements for this year will be released nearer the time, organisers say.

The board's statement says: "Everyone involved in the event desperately wants a return to the road where carnival belongs, but safety has to come first and with the latest cautious announcement on the government's roadmap, this is the only way to ensure that."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What is the latest around Europe?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/21 at 7:39 am

The Portuguese government has imposed a weekend travel ban on the capital Lisbon in a bid to shield the rest of the country from the spread of Covid. The Lisbon metropolitan area accounts for two-thirds of daily Covid cases - 804 were recorded in the capital yesterday. The travel ban starts at 15:00 today and lasts until 06:00 on Monday. Residents and visitors can only make essential trips in or out. The number of hospital admissions has almost doubled in the capital in three weeks.

The situation in Russia’s capital Moscow is “rapidly deteriorating” according to Mayor Sergei Sobyanin. The head of the public health watchdog, Anna Popova, says the biggest rise in cases is among 18-49 year-olds, many of whom "have completely disregarded" Covid safety measures. Vaccinations in the city are now compulsory for 60% of service sector staff – you can read more on this story here.

Dutch Covid officials have recommended 1.5m (5ft) social distancing should stay in place at least until mid-August but masks will only be required on public transport and in airports after 26 June, reports say. It means by the end of the month people will be allowed to return to work - up to 50% capacity in offices - as long as the 1.5m rule is observed.

France began enjoying life without masks outdoors yesterday, apart from crowded areas such as queues. "The likelihood of being in contact with someone infectious is a tenth of what is was two months ago," says epidemiologist Arnaud Fontanet.

The Croatian port city of Split is welcoming its first cruise ship for nine months this morning. MSC Splendida is the first of more than 150 cruise ships due to arrive there this summer - half the number the city expects in a peak year.

Subject: Moscow introduces tighter restrictions as officials sound alarm

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/21 at 9:10 am

Russia is facing a sharp increase in the number of new Covid-19 infections, while at the same time hosting European Championship football matches.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-57511355

Subject: Delta variant hospital cases double in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/21 at 9:13 am

A total of 806 people in England have been admitted to hospital with the Delta variant of Covid-19 as of 14 June, new figures show.

This is a rise of 423 on the previous week, according to the data from Public Health England.

Of the 806 hospitalisations:

527 (65%) people were unvaccinated
135 (17%) were more than 21 days after their first dose of vaccine
84 (10%) were more than 14 days after their second dose.

As of 14 June, there have been 73 deaths in England of people who were confirmed as having the Delta variant and who died within 28 days of a positive test.

Of the 73 deaths:

34 (47%) were unvaccinated
10 (14%) were more than 21 days after their first dose of vaccine
26 (36%) were more than 14 days after their second dose.

Subject: Health experts advise against having spectators at Olympics

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/21 at 10:03 am

Health officials in Japan are at odds with the country's politicians over whether to allow spectators at the Olympics, which begin next month.

There are now public differences about whether fans should be allowed to attend Olympic events.

In a new report, Japan's most senior Covid adviser says banning all spectators is the least risky - and most desirable - option.

But the Japanese prime minister and the president of the Tokyo organising committee have both said they want spectators. They will be involved in the final decision, which could come as early as Monday.

At the moment, up to 10,000 people can attend sporting events in Japan. Similar restrictions could be applied to the Olympics.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Delta cases up 79% in a week

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/21 at 10:12 am


A total of 75,953 confirmed and probable cases of the Covid-19 Delta variant have now been identified in the UK, new figures show.

That's up by 33,630, or 79%, on the previous week, Public Health England (PHE) says.

Of the 75,953:

England has 70,856
Scotland has 4,659
Northern Ireland has 254
Wales has 184

The most recent data shows 99% of confirmed and probable cases of coronavirus across England are the Delta variant, PHE says.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/18/21 at 10:27 am

There have been a further 10,476 cases of Covid in the UK, the latest government figures show.

Another 11 deaths within 28 days of a positive test have also been announced.

Last Friday there were 8,125 cases and 17 deaths reported.

Nearly 470,000 UK adults received either the first or second dose of a Covid vaccine yesterday.

The latest government data shows 243,978 first doses were given, taking the total number of people to have received their initial jab to 42,460,632.

A total of 223,260 people were given a second vaccination, meaning 30,898,467, or 58.7% of adults, have now had both jabs.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 06/18/21 at 11:47 am

Michigan is pretty much down to what we were last June. Few hundred cases a day. Meanwhile Michigan is dropping all restrictions June 22. With the Delta variant coming, I got a feeling we are in for a big mess. Just like last year, it will take some time to build, we will get through summer pretty easily, then when the kids go back to school it will explode just like last year.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/21 at 12:24 am

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Subject: Covid: Why has the Delta variant spread so quickly in UK?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/21 at 1:49 am

The Delta variant of the virus causing Covid-19 has caused infections to spike in the UK once more, preventing the planned relaxation of lockdown in England. But is it really faring worse than other countries?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57489740

Subject: Tokyo 2020: Does Japan have Covid under control?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/21 at 2:49 am

With the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics fast approaching, there have been warnings from medical experts about the possible spread of Covid at the Games.

The Olympics begin on 23 July, and organisers say up to 10,000 domestic fans will be permitted at venues.

The Paralympics starts on 24 August, with its spectator numbers to be confirmed by 16 July,.

Uganda's team has arrived in Tokyo but one of the squad had to quarantine after testing positive for Covid

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/57556978

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Today in the United Kingdom

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/21 at 4:58 am

The Covid data in the UK looks encouraging, Health Secretary Matt Hancock says

He says although cases are rising, the pace of growth is slowing - while hospitalisations and deaths remain relatively low

Mr Hancock also says ministers are working on plans for quarantine-free travel to amber list countries for double-vaccinated Britons

Nicola Sturgeon is expected to confirm a delay to the easing of Covid-19 restrictions in Scotland later. The first minister signalled last week that the move to level zero - the lowest in five-tier system - was likely to be pushed back by three weeks

A large number of poorer countries receiving Covid-19 vaccines do not have enough doses to continue programmes, the World Health Organization has says

Three police officers were injured and 14 people arrested during an anti-lockdown protest in central London on Monday

Subject: Could people get a Covid booster and flu jab at same time?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/21 at 6:10 am

Yesterday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s warned the UK may have a "rough winter", with extra pressures on the NHS.

Asked if this referred to the combination of Covid-19 and flu, Health Secretary Matt Hancock said “yes”.

He said the clinical concern was that immunity to flu would be lower because “almost nobody” has had the virus for 18 months because of social distancing measures during the pandemic.

The health secretary said work was being carried out to see whether people could have a Covid booster shot and a flu jab at the same time.

“We do expect this winter to be challenging,” he said.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What's the latest around Europe?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/21 at 6:30 am

Uefa says it has no intention to move the Euro 2020 semi finals and final from Wembley after Italy’s prime minister, Mario Draghi, said the matches should be moved to Rome rather than take place in a “country where infections are rising quickly”. A Uefa spokesman told Reuters that it was working with the FA and English authorities, days after it made clear travelling foreign fans should be exempt from UK quarantine rules.

Germany’s Medical Association has warned people to avoid going on holiday in areas where there is a high incidence of the highly contagious Delta variant. Its president Klaus Reinhardt says there’s nothing wrong with going on holiday elsewhere as long as people are cautious and responsible and comply with hygiene rules. German infection rates have fallen to a seven-day incidence rate of eight cases per 100,000 people and another 455 cases were reported nationally in the past 24 hours.

Italy is to drop its requirement to wear a face covering outdoors from next Monday. Only one Italian region – Valle d’Aosta in the far north-west – is not considered a white zone and that area is also expected to be allowed to adopt the loosest Covid rules too from 28 June. Masks will still have to be worn on public transport so officials are urging everyone to take them when they go out.

Meanwhile, Greek health expert Alkiviadis Vatopoulos says the outdoor mask requirement is also likely to be dropped in Greece in the coming weeks. He believes if vaccination levels hit 70%+ by autumn then mutations may not be able to spread.

Swimming lessons for children had to stop across Europe during the course of the pandemic and Austria’s primary schools have been no exception. That means more than 130,000 under-nines in Austria now cannot swim, according to a survey.

Subject: Covid in Scotland: Nicola Sturgeon confirms delay to lockdown easing

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/21 at 9:13 am

Lockdown easing is to be paused in Scotland with no mainland areas moving to level zero restrictions next week, Nicola Sturgeon has confirmed.

Scotland recorded 2,167 new cases on Monday - the highest daily total since the peak of the second wave in January.

The first minister said more time was needed to roll out the vaccine programme.

But she said the aim was to lift the major remaining legal restrictions on 9 August.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-57570939

Subject: UK daily Covid deaths at highest number since 5 May

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/21 at 10:30 am

The UK has recorded its highest number of daily coronavirus deaths since the beginning of May.

There were also 27 deaths within 28 days of a positive test recorded on 5 May, according to government data.

The UK has recorded 11,625 new coronavirus cases, as well as 27 deaths within 28 days of a positive test, according to the latest figures.

It is the highest number of daily cases recorded since 19 February.

There is no data available on vaccinations in England today due to an IT issue - so the latest UK totals only include updates from the other nations.

More than 43 million people have had at least one dose of a coronavirus vaccine, while more than 31 million have had two doses.

It means more than 81.9% of adults in the UK have had one dose and 59.8% have had two doses.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/21 at 12:28 pm

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Subject: Covid vaccine: Why are Australians cancelling AstraZeneca jabs?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/22/21 at 1:36 pm

Australian doctors have reported a surge in the number of people cancelling their vaccine appointments, amid a new wave of caution over the AstraZeneca jab.

It comes after the government updated guidance last week to recommend only those aged over 60 get the shot, due to the risk of a rare blood-clotting syndrome.

Under-60s have been advised to get the alternative Pfizer shot, of which there are limited supplies.

Turning down any vaccine - and AstraZeneca is the world's most widely used one - may seem remarkable to other nations still battling rampant Covid.

But Australia is one of the few nations where the virus has never truly taken hold. So for many locals, even amid new outbreaks in Sydney and Melbourne, the risk of catching Covid is seen as lower than developing a rare blood clot.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-57549796

Subject: Re: Covid: Why has the Delta variant spread so quickly in UK?

Written By: nally on 06/22/21 at 8:06 pm


The Delta variant of the virus causing Covid-19 has caused infections to spike in the UK once more, preventing the planned relaxation of lockdown in England. But is it really faring worse than other countries?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57489740

Let's hope it doesn't cross the Pond. :o :-[

Subject: Re: Covid: Why has the Delta variant spread so quickly in UK?

Written By: wagonman76 on 06/22/21 at 8:35 pm


Let's hope it doesn't cross the Pond. :o :-[


It already has.

https://www.wsj.com/articles/delta-covid-19-variant-likely-to-become-dominant-in-u-s-cdc-director-says-11624047575

Subject: Re: Covid: Why has the Delta variant spread so quickly in UK?

Written By: nally on 06/22/21 at 10:00 pm


It already has.

https://www.wsj.com/articles/delta-covid-19-variant-likely-to-become-dominant-in-u-s-cdc-director-says-11624047575

Yes, I realised that after I made that post (saw it on the news). Therefore, I stand corrected.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Travel industry demands easing of rules

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/21 at 3:24 am

With the government looking into plans for fully vaccinated people to have quarantine-free travel, industry bosses are seeking to increase pressure to ease the rules around foreign trips. Health Secretary Matt Hancock said the plans for England had not been "clinically advised yet". But industry body Abta - representing travel agents and tour operators - estimates that 195,000 travel jobs have either been lost during the pandemic or are at risk. Other tourism bosses have also spoken out in favour of the rules being relaxed. Follow our live page for developments on this story.

Subject: Covid: Ivermectin to be studied as possible treatment in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/21 at 6:17 am

University of Oxford scientists are trialling giving Ivermectin to people with Covid symptoms to see if it can keep them out of hospital.

The Principle study will compare those given the drug to patients receiving the usual NHS care.

The drug has become controversial after being promoted for use across Latin America and in South Africa, despite being so far unproven.

Previous studies of Ivermectin have generally been small or low quality.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57570377

Subject: New Covid rules for New Zealand's capital after single case found

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/21 at 6:45 am

The New Zealand capital city of Wellington is introducing Covid-19 restrictions - after a person with the virus travelled there from Sydney.

The traveller arrived on a Qantas flight on 19 June and went to more than a dozen locations in the city.

The Level 2 rules include restricting numbers of people in many venues to under 100, physical distancing being enforced, masks being worn on public transport and encouraging working from home where possible.

They will initially be in force until Sunday.

New Zealand - which is seen as one of the success stories of the pandemic - has a well-established system of tiered responses used when outbreaks occur.

The whole country was on Level 1 - "Covid normal" - until today.

The travel bubble between New South Wales and New Zealand has been paused because of the Sydney outbreak, which has grown by another 16 cases in the past 24 hours.

Subject: Vaccines minister to lead Downing Street press conference later

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/21 at 7:06 am

There will be a coronavirus press conference at Downing Street later today.

As usual, it will get under way at 17:00 BST. Vaccines minister Nadhim Zahawi will lead it - no word yet on who will stand alongside him.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/23/21 at 10:17 am

There have been a further 19 Covid-related deaths in the UK, according to government daily statistics.

It brings the total number of deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test to 128,027.

And 16,135 people have tested positive in the past 24 hours, the data shows (and is now rising dramatically).

The UK has given a total of 75,188,795 coronavirus vaccinations, according to the government's daily figures.

That's 43,448,680 first doses and 31,740,115 second doses.

Yesterday saw the highest number of first doses given in nearly three months with 299,837 people vaccinated.

The last time the figure was higher was on 27 March when 424,301 people received their first jab.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Main stories in the UK today

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/21 at 4:00 am

Here are the main stories in the UK today:

England’s rules on foreign travel are set to be reviewed later, after industry bosses united in a desperate plea for the list of quarantine-free green destinations to be widened

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps will face MPs this morning, with an update on the traffic light system expected in the afternoon

Ministers have been considering whether to exempt fully-vaccinated people from quarantining on arrival from amber-list countries

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has suggested all EU countries should make British travellers quarantine on arrival to slow the spread of the Delta variant

About two million people in England may have had some long-lasting symptoms after having coronavirus - sometimes known as "long Covid" – a survey suggests

Life-saving oxygen is at risk of not getting to patients in England’s hospitals because of problems with how it is piped around wards, a safety watchdog has warned

Only about a quarter of students in the UK think they got good value for money from university during the pandemic, according to an annual survey

Subject: Long Covid: More than two million in England may have suffered, study suggests

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/21 at 4:04 am

A survey of half a million adults in England suggests around two million people may have had some long-lasting symptoms after having coronavirus - sometimes known as "long Covid".

The React study shows about a third of people who report they have coronavirus symptoms have one or more symptoms that persist for at least 12 weeks.

Researchers say managing the long-term consequences are a "major challenge".

The government has provided £50m for research into long Covid.

Long Covid is an emerging phenomenon that is not yet fully understood, and there is no universally-agreed definition.

It covers a broad range of symptoms after an initial Covid infection, including fatigue, coughs, chest pain, headaches and muscle pain.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57584295

Subject: Cathay Pacific crew told to get vaccine or risk losing job

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/21 at 5:45 am

Cathay Pacific has told its aircrew they must get a Covid vaccination by 31 August or risk losing their jobs.

The airline says staff rostering has become "difficult and complicated" because of a need to segregate vaccinated and non-vaccinated crew.

But it says it will "review the future employment of those who are unable to become vaccinated" and "assess whether they can continue to be employed as aircrew".

The Hong Kong-based airline says 90% of its pilots and 65% of its cabin crew have been vaccinated or have appointments to receive the jab.

Subject: No decisions yet on 19 July rules easing - No 10

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/21 at 8:45 am

Downing Street says "no final decisions" have been made on whether all coronavirus restrictions in England will be legally lifted on 19 July.

Prime Minister Boris Johnson's official spokesman told reporters: "It is right that obviously we want to get back to as close to normal as is possible.

"However, no final decisions have been taken about what measures are required.

Earlier Environment Secretary George Eustice said he hoped not to have to wear a mask after 19 July.

Asked whether the PM hopes to "bin" his own face masks on that date, his spokesman says: "That would depend. The prime minister, should there be any requirement for it in future, would be happy to comply."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/21 at 10:49 am

A further 21 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive Covid test, official figures show.

There were also another 16,703 cases reported.

This compares to nine deaths and 10,751 cases reported last Thursday.

Another 207,647 people in the UK have received the first dose of a vaccine, bringing the total to 43,656,327.

And another 167,988 people have received a second dose, meaning some 31,908,103 – or 60.6% of adults in the UK - have received both doses.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 06/24/21 at 7:57 pm


A further 21 people have died in the UK within 28 days of a positive Covid test, official figures show.

There were also another 16,703 cases reported.

This compares to nine deaths and 10,751 cases reported last Thursday.

Another 207,647 people in the UK have received the first dose of a vaccine, bringing the total to 43,656,327.

And another 167,988 people have received a second dose, meaning some 31,908,103 – or 60.6% of adults in the UK - have received both doses.

At least the death rate in my part of the US has gone down. So has the case rates.

I'm not entirely sure about the percentages of those who've received both doses, however. But most "eligible" people have at least one dose, which is a good sign.

Subject: Covid-19: Europe braces for surge in Delta variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/21 at 1:13 am

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has warned that Europe is "on thin ice" as the Delta variant of Covid spreads on the continent.

Her warning came as EU health officials said the variant would account for 90% of the bloc's cases by late August.

The spread could disrupt plans for lifting restrictions during the summer.

The Alpha variant, first discovered in the UK, hit Europe hard early this year and Delta, now dominant in the UK, is thought 40%-60% more transmissible.

Andrea Ammon, the director of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), said on Wednesday that the spread of the Delta variant showed the importance of speeding up vaccinations in Europe, as "preliminary data shows that it can also infect individuals that have received only one dose of the currently available vaccines".

Two doses offered "high protection" against the Delta (B.1.617.2) variant, she added.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-57594954

Subject: Covid: Sydney city centre and Bondi beach to enter lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/21 at 4:33 am

More than one million people in Sydney's central and eastern suburbs, including Bondi Beach, will be locked down after a jump in Covid cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-57590969

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What's the latest around Europe?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/21 at 7:12 am

Portugal has tightened Covid restrictions in the capital Lisbon and in Albufeira in the Algarve because of high rates of infection. The two areas join the fishing port of Sesimbra in having weekend closures from 15:30 today for cafes, restaurants and non-essential shopping. A weekend travel ban comes into force in Lisbon today for the second weekend running in an attempt to halt the spread of the Delta variant, with only essential trips allowed or proof of vaccination or negative test.

In Russia, the eastern Siberia republic of Buryatia has become the first region to go back into lockdown as Covid cases surge. From Sunday until 11 July only essential shops will be open and people will have to work from home. The Covid death rate in Russia has surged by more than 20% in the past week, say officials, and over 20,000 new cases were reported yesterday.

French health officials say the number of Covid patients treated in intensive care has fallen below 1,500 for the first time since the start of last October. But there are concerns that the vaccination campaign for first doses is beginning to slow down. Even though 700,000 doses are being administered daily, only about 200,000 of those are first vaccinations.

Top German health official Lothar Wieler has added his voice to criticism of Euro 2020 knockout games taking place at Wembley. “From an infection point of view, this isn’t a good idea,” says the head of the RKI public health institute. Germany play England in London on Tuesday, but Wieler says travel for fans across Europe while the Delta variant is prevalent doesn’t make sense.

Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo has appealed to supporters going to Seville in Spain to see the national team play Portugal on Sunday to take care. “It’s still a red zone and anyone travelling there must respect the rules,” he says.

Poland is planning a national lottery for people who’ve been vaccinated, to encourage people to get immunised. Officials say there’ll be prizes of up to a million zloty (£190,000; €220,000).

Subject: Delta variant cases up by 46% in a week - Public Health England

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/21 at 9:12 am

Cases of the Delta variant, first identified in India, have risen 46% in a week in the UK, according to Public Health England figures.

It says there have been 35,204 more cases since last week, resulting in a new total of 111,157.

While the Delta variant now accounts for about 95% of new cases sequenced in the UK, Public Health England says vaccines are having a "crucial effect on hospital admission and death".

This week, we learned of 514 more admissions to hospital with the Delta variant.

Of those, 304 people were unvaccinated, 38 within 21 days of having received their first jab, 54 more than 21 days post first jab and 106 had been double jabbed.

Dr Jenny Harries, chief executive of the UK Health Security Agency, says: "Through the success of our vaccination programme, data suggest we have begun to break the link between cases and hospitalisations."

This data is "hugely encouraging" but "we cannot become complacent", she adds, urging people to get their second jab.

Subject: Covid infections increase in England and Scotland - ONS

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/21 at 9:13 am

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Estimates from the Office for National Statistics suggest about 153,000 people in the UK would test positive for coronavirus in the week to 19 June, up from 119,000 people the previous week.

This is 0.24% of the population – or one in 420 people.

As they did last week, the ONS says the percentage of people testing positive has “increased” in England and Scotland, whereas the “trend is uncertain” in Wales and Northern Ireland.

Here are the figures:

England: 1-in-440 are estimated to be testing positive for coronavirus vs 1-in-520 last week

Wales: 1-in-830 vs 1-in-1,500

Northern Ireland: 1-in-720 vs 1-in-610

Scotland: 1-in-220 vs 1-in-600 last week

Subject: No Delta deaths in double-vaccinated under-50s

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/21 at 9:53 am

Despite more than 80,000 (or 90% of) Delta cases in the UK being found in under-50s, only eight under-50s have died with Delta. None of them were double vaccinated.

It’s a reminder of the basic truths of coronavirus: your risk of serious harm is much lower if you’re younger and lower still if you have the protection of vaccination.

But the data for older adults are a reminder of why we worry about the spread of the virus.

There’s far less spread of Delta in older adults (about 10,000 cases) but they run a higher risk of dying. So if the virus runs riot, it could eventually find the vulnerable and cause significant harm.

Nearly half of the 109 Delta deaths in over-50s are among those who had been doubled jabbed.

That may seem like a lot, but more than 90% of over-50s have been double vaccinated and we’d expect them to account for 90% of deaths if the vaccine wasn’t doing its work.

Subject: Covid-19 spreads in Russia

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/21 at 10:16 am

The authorities in Russia continue reporting growing numbers of new coronavirus cases and deaths.

The local authorities say 20,393 people contracted the disease over the past 24 hours. This is the highest number since 22 January and 211 more than the day before.

A total of 601 people have reportedly died of causes related to Covid-19 over the same time period - the highest number since December last year.

The highest-ever number of coronavirus-related deaths in one day - 98 - was officially registered in the capital, Moscow.

There are fears the actual number of new cases and deaths may be higher, as the Russian authorities have been accused of under-reporting Covid-19 statistics.

Several Russian regions, meanwhile, say they are running out of coronavirus vaccines. Because of shortages, first Covid-19 jabs have been suspended in Khabarovsk Territory (second doses are still being administered), and the head of the Chechen Republic, Ramzan Kadyrov, has appealed to President Vladimir Putin to send more vaccines to the region.

Russian media have been reporting rising demand for coronavirus jabs after a number of regions recently introduced mandatory vaccination for public-facing workers. From Monday, those wishing to visit restaurants, bars and cafes in Moscow will be required to demonstrate that they have been vaccinated against coronavirus, have had the disease in the past six months, or can produce a negative test taken in the past three days.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 18 more coronavirus deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/21 at 11:05 am

There have been a further 18 coronavirus deaths in the UK, according to daily statistics from the government.

This takes the total number of deaths in the 28 days after a positive Covid-19 test to 128,066.

Another 15,810 new infections were also recorded in the past 24 hours.

The UK has given a total of 75,963,777 coronavirus vaccinations.

That's 43,877,861 first doses and 32,085,916 second doses.

Yesterday saw 221,534 first doses given and 177,813 second jabs.

The gap between doses has been reduced from 12 weeks to eight for some groups because of the Delta variant.

Subject: Covid cases return to early-April levels

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/25/21 at 12:19 pm

Coronavirus cases have risen to their highest level since early April, when lockdown restrictions first began to be lifted, Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures suggest.

But these and other figures indicate the vaccination programme is making a significant difference.

The study estimated around 153,000 people had Covid in the week to 19 June - almost 30% more than the week before.

It's still ten times lower than the January peak, though.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57610999

Subject: Re: Covid: Sydney city centre and Bondi beach to enter lockdown

Written By: nally on 06/26/21 at 12:06 am


More than one million people in Sydney's central and eastern suburbs, including Bondi Beach, will be locked down after a jump in Covid cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-australia-57590969

I wonder what percentage of them, approximately, are vaccinated. ???

Actually, I clicked on the link to the article, and I found the answer:
So far, just over 3% of the adult population has been fully vaccinated and about 25% of Australians have received a first dose.

That's pretty small. :o

Subject: Covid-19: 'Grab a jab' for all over-18s opens in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/21 at 5:33 am

Stadiums, shopping centres and theatres will be among hundreds of walk-in vaccination sites to open across England this weekend in a bid to boost the number of people getting jabbed.

The "grab a jab" campaign means any adult will be able to get a Covid vaccine without an appointment.

NHS England boss Sir Simon Stevens said the country was in a "race to the finish line" in its vaccine programme.

Nearly 44 million people in the UK have received at least one dose.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57620771

Subject: Re: Covid-19: 'Grab a jab' for all over-18s opens in England

Written By: nally on 06/26/21 at 10:29 am


Stadiums, shopping centres and theatres will be among hundreds of walk-in vaccination sites to open across England this weekend in a bid to boost the number of people getting jabbed.

The "grab a jab" campaign means any adult will be able to get a Covid vaccine without an appointment.

NHS England boss Sir Simon Stevens said the country was in a "race to the finish line" in its vaccine programme.

Nearly 44 million people in the UK have received at least one dose.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57620771

O0

That's more or less how it's been in the States, especially in California, when the vaccines became available.

Subject: Covid-19: Crowds flee Dhaka ahead of strict Bangladesh lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/21 at 3:27 pm

Crowds of people have flocked to Dhaka's ferry terminals to try and get out of the city before a strict national lockdown comes into force.

For seven days from Monday, no one in Bangladesh will be allowed to leave their homes unless in an emergency.

As a result, people are fleeing the busy capital city for their homes in towns and villages.

Covid cases in the country have surged, many linked to the Delta variant first identified in neighbouring India.

The latest wave of the virus in Bangladesh began about six weeks ago. On 15 May there were 261 new cases and 22 deaths reported. On Friday there were 5,869 new cases and 108 deaths - the country's second-highest daily death toll of the whole pandemic.

Many hospitals are overwhelmed with patients and are struggling to cope, particularly those on the border with India.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-57624557

Subject: Covid-19: Europe braces for surge in Delta variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/26/21 at 3:40 pm

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has warned that Europe is "on thin ice" as the Delta variant of Covid spreads on the continent.

Her warning came as EU health officials said the variant would account for 90% of the bloc's cases by late August.

The spread could disrupt plans for lifting restrictions during the summer.

The Alpha variant, first discovered in the UK, hit Europe hard early this year and Delta, now dominant in the UK, is thought 40%-60% more transmissible.

Andrea Ammon, the director of the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC), said on Wednesday that the spread of the Delta variant showed the importance of speeding up vaccinations in Europe, as "preliminary data shows that it can also infect individuals that have received only one dose of the currently available vaccines".

Two doses offered "high protection" against the Delta (B.1.617.2) variant, she added.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-57594954

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/27/21 at 11:26 am

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Subject: Javid to update MPs on lifting Covid measures

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/21 at 4:23 am

Newly-appointed Health Secretary Sajid Javid will face MPs about when the remaining coronavirus restrictions will be lifted in England. Having only been appointed late on Saturday - after Matt Hancock stood down when footage emerged of him breaching social distancing rules by kissing a colleague - Mr Javid spent much of Sunday getting up to speed at the Department of Health and Social Care. He'll be making his debut as health secretary in the House of Commons later to give an update on the data to see if restrictions can be lifted before 19 July, when measures are due to ease. Elsewhere in the UK, the lifting of coronavirus restrictions has been paused in Wales with a review on 15 July, while in Scotland, it is hoped that the remaining rules will be lifted on 9 August, and some rules in Northern Ireland will be reviewed on 1 July.

Subject: Portugal sets 14-day quarantine for uninoculated UK travellers

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/21 at 4:32 am

Portugal is from today requiring people arriving from the UK to quarantine for14 days, unless they can prove they have been fully inoculated against Covid at least two weeks previously with a vaccine authorised by the EU.

In legislation published in the state gazette last night and which tookeffect at midnight, the government added the UK to the list of countriestravellers from which must quarantine "at home or a place indicated by thehealth authorities".

Brazil, South Africa, India and Nepal were already on the list, but the exception made for people who are inoculated against Covid-19 only applies to the UK.

Travellers from the UK are deemed to be fully inoculated if they havereceived one dose of a single-dose vaccine, two doses of vaccine againstCovid-19, or just one dose of a two-dose vaccine schedule for people deemed to have recovered from the disease, if their vaccination certificate indicates the schedule is complete after just one dose.

For all countries on the list, an exception is also made for participantsin specified sporting competitions being held in June and July.

The legislation is in force until 11 July but states it may bereviewed "at any time, depending on the evolution of the epidemiologicalsituation".

Subject: An early unlocking unlikely for England

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/21 at 6:36 am

An early full unlocking is almost certainly not going to happen, but ministers in England are increasingly confident 19 July will mark the end of social distancing restrictions. The talk is all about encouraging data. But with infection levels climbing rapidly how can that be? The key is in the picture emerging with hospital cases and deaths.

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When the delay to full unlock was announced, infection levels had just started rising and could within weeks reach January levels. The concern among government scientists was this could translate to high levels of serious illness that could even at a stretch overwhelm the NHS. The past few weeks have provided confidence that is not going to be the case despite the rapid rises still being seen. While hospital cases and deaths are rising, they are at a much much lower level than before.

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Latest estimates for the infection fatality rate show the ratio of infections to deaths is 20 times lower than it was in the winter wave. Just 0.08 of cases result in a death. That is better than the experts expected and illustrates just how important the vaccines have been.

Subject: Moscow mayor warns situation 'extremely difficult'

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/21 at 7:18 am

Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin is warning the Russian capital is facing an uphill struggle in its efforts to contain the Covid-19 epidemic as the city registers a new daily high for deaths today.

"The situation with the coronavirus in Moscow remains extremely difficult," the Tass news agency quotes Sobyanin as saying.

"Over the past week, we have broken new records in the number of hospitalisations and people in intensive care, as well as in the number of deaths from the coronavirus," he adds.

Moscow has registered 7,246 new cases and a record number of 124 daily coronavirus deaths.

Sobyanin notes the Delta variant is a serious threat to the capital: "Once again, we are dealing with a new and more contagious strain, a very deadly one. I ask everyone to take care of themselves and get vaccinated at the first opportunity."

In a recent interview with state Rossiya 1 TV, the mayor says because of the Delta strain, the capital is "experiencing the pandemic anew, and the epidemic is in fact raging in Moscow".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/21 at 10:32 am

On Monday, the UK recorded a further 22,868 new infections and three deaths in the UK, according to the government's coronavirus dashboard.

On Sunday, a technical issue caused a delay to the processing of data for England. The government said outstanding cases would be published in the next update, which could be why today's number of cases looks high.

Sticking with the latest coronavirus data in the UK, the government's dashboard shows another 139,712 people have received a first dose of a Covid vaccine, and a further 123,555 have had their second jab.

It means 44,454,511 people in the UK have received a dose of a Covid jab, while 32,583,746 are double vaccinated. A total of 77,038,257 vaccinations have been given.

Anyone aged 18 or over can now book their first jab in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

People over 40 in England and Scotland are being invited to get their second Covid jab.

The gap between doses has been reduced from 12 weeks to eight because of the Delta variant first discovered in India.

Subject: Covid-19: England lockdown end still set for 19 July - Javid

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/28/21 at 11:33 am

The final easing of lockdown measures in England is still set for 19 July, the new health secretary has said.

Sajid Javid told MPs that ministers "see no reason to go beyond" that "target date".

He said that while cases are rising, the number of deaths "remains mercifully low".

In a statement, he said no date for lifting restrictions would come with "zero risk" and that "we have to learn to live with" Covid-19.

"We also know that people and businesses need certainty, so we want every step to be irreversible," he said.

"The restrictions on our freedoms, they must come to an end."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57643694

Subject: Covid: School isolation rules could end in autumn

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/21 at 3:18 am

The Covid control system in England's schools, where groups of pupils have to self-isolate if one tests positive, could be scrapped in the autumn.

Ministers are looking at asking schools to introduce daily testing instead.

Official figures showed that in England alone this month, 172,000 children were self-isolating having potentially been in contact with a positive case in school.

Health Secretary Sajid Javid has pledged to address the issue.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57638369

Subject: Covid: Masks upgrade cuts infection risk, research finds

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/21 at 3:29 am

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The quality of face masks healthcare workers wear makes a huge difference to their risk of coronavirus infection, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust research has found.

Wearing a high grade mask known as an FFP3 can provide up to 100% protection.

By contrast, there is a far greater chance of staff wearing standard issue surgical masks catching the virus.

Professional bodies have long campaigned for staff to be given better personal protective equipment.

The data was gathered during a programme of regular testing for Covid at the trust.

The results are published in a pre-print paper that has not been peer-reviewed.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57636360

Subject: No flights to Hong Kong amid variant concerns

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/21 at 5:05 am

Hong Kong is banning all flights from the UK from Thursday, to curb the spread of the Delta variant of Covid. The UK is to be classified as an "extremely high-risk" country, the highest rating Hong Kong has for pandemic travel, meaning anyone who has recently spent more than two hours in Britain will be barred from flying to Hong Kong from any airport.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What's the latest around Europe?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/21 at 5:20 am

German travellers returning from Portugal are now having to quarantine for 14 days because of the spread of Covid in recent weeks. A number of holidaymakers booked early flights home to avoid the new restriction, which also applies to travellers from Russia. Germany has recorded another 404 cases in the past 24 hours and the seven-day incidence has fallen to 5.4 cases per 100,000 people.

The Delta variant which originated in India is now the most prevalent variant in Portugal and authorities there have now introduced a 14-day quarantine for UK travellers who don't have proof of two vaccinations.

A big outbreak sourced to Spanish end-of-year school trips to Majorca has now led to more than 1,000 Covid cases. Dozens of young people are now being kept in isolation under police guard at the Hotel Palma Bellver which has been dubbed the “Covid hotel”. Spain’s regions have begun speeding up vaccination of people in their 30s in a bid to halt the spread of the Delta variant, and some of the Balearic islands including Ibiza have begun immunising 16-29 year-olds.

As new cases across Russia climb above 21,000 a day, Moscow and St Petersburg recorded their highest Covid deaths and hospital admissions in 24 hours yesterday. Moscow saw 124 deaths and almost 17,000 hospital admissions while St Petersburg saw 110 more deaths.

A French study on 90 schoolchildren aged seven to nine has found that lockdown had a significant decline on their health and cognitive abilities. Their body mass index increased and physical fitness fell while cognitive abilities dropped by as much as 40%.

Subject: Re: Covid: Masks upgrade cuts infection risk, research finds

Written By: Howard on 06/29/21 at 6:51 am


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The quality of face masks healthcare workers wear makes a huge difference to their risk of coronavirus infection, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust research has found.

Wearing a high grade mask known as an FFP3 can provide up to 100% protection.

By contrast, there is a far greater chance of staff wearing standard issue surgical masks catching the virus.

Professional bodies have long campaigned for staff to be given better personal protective equipment.

The data was gathered during a programme of regular testing for Covid at the trust.

The results are published in a pre-print paper that has not been peer-reviewed.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57636360

What about those blue masks?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/21 at 7:04 am


What about those blue masks?
Loose and flimsy, and can still let particles through the side.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/21 at 7:08 am


What about those blue masks?
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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/21 at 10:17 am

The UK has today recorded 20,479 new coronavirus cases, along with 23 deaths within 28 days of a positive test.

More than 44.5 million people in the UK have now had one dose of a coronavirus vaccine, while more than 32.7 million people have had two doses.

It means 84.6% of the population have had at lease one dose and 62.1% are fully vaccinated. And more than 77 million vaccinations have been given in total.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/29/21 at 1:20 pm


Loose and flimsy, and can still let particles through the side.

The problem with them, they're too loose.

Subject: Re: Covid: Masks upgrade cuts infection risk, research finds

Written By: nally on 06/30/21 at 12:01 am


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Maybe we should've had the top ones (the "Respirator" masks) all along.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/21 at 4:07 am


Maybe we should've had the top ones (the "Respirator" masks) all along.
I had an industrial face mask once, it could prove to be useful.

Subject: Covid death rate 25% higher in Greater Manchester - report

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/21 at 4:32 am

Greater Manchester's Covid death rate has been 25% higher than the rest of England during the pandemic, new research has found.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57658479

Subject: Australia extends lockdowns as Delta surges

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/21 at 6:55 am

Seven Australian cities are now in lockdown as authorities scramble to prevent the spread of the highly-contagious Delta coronavirus variant.

Officials reported a slight case rise on Wednesday, to over 200 cases.

Nearly half the population - over 12 million people - are under stay-at-home orders in Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Darwin, Townsville and the Gold Coast.

On Wednesday, the outback town of Alice Springs also entered a snap lockdown after cases emerged in South Australia.

Subject: Currys repays government Covid support

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/21 at 7:10 am

The owner of Currys PC World has reported sales growth in its UK and Irish electricals business in the past year despite stores being closed during multiple lockdowns.

Dixons Carphone said electricals revenue grew 8% - driven by online sales - amid enforced closures and disruption to its travel shops.

But the company's phone business, Carphone Warehouse, suffered heavily as the impact of store closures announced in March last year took its toll.

Nonetheless, the company announced it would repay £73m claimed under the government's furlough scheme and a £144m VAT deferral bill.

Subject: Football linked to 2,000 Scottish Covid cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/21 at 8:24 am

Nearly 2,000 Covid cases in Scotland have been linked to people watching Euro 2020 football matches.

Public Health Scotland said two thirds of the 1,991 cases were people who travelled to London for Scotland's game with England on 18 June.

This included 397 fans who were inside Wembley for the match.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records highest new cases since January

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/30/21 at 11:58 am


The UK has recorded 26,068 new coronavirus cases, as well as 14 deaths within 28 days of a positive test.

It is the highest number of daily cases reported since 29 January.

However, the number of Covid deaths remain low.

More than 44.7 million people in the UK have had at least one dose of a coronavirus vaccine, while more than 32.8 million have had two doses, according to the latest figures.

It means 84.9% of people have had at least one jab, while 62.4% are fully vaccinated.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/30/21 at 3:00 pm


I had an industrial face mask once, it could prove to be useful.


The fabric ones are too loose.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 06/30/21 at 3:20 pm

COVID cases in Ontario have come down to under 200 cases for the first time since last September.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What's the latest across Europe?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/21 at 2:44 am

Today marks the launch of the EU’s digital Covid certificate, aimed at freeing up travel in time for summer holidays across all 27 member states as well as Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein. The certificate comes in the form of a QR code and shows whether you’ve had an approved vaccine, a recent negative test or you've recovered from Covid. Officials say Ireland is the only country not yet ready for the launch, because of a major cyber attack last month. You can read more about the certificate here.

Some 200 Spanish teenagers who went to Majorca on end-of-school trips but ended up forced to quarantine in a hotel are to be returned to the mainland by ferry today. The teenagers told the BBC this week how they felt trapped, with a police guard posted outside the Palma Bellver hotel. Spanish officials have blamed more than 1,800 cases on end-of-year trips.

Spanish infection rates have increased in the past week, largely because of increased cases among younger people. The incidence rate for people in their twenties is more than twice the national average – at 293 cases per 100,000 people. Meanwhile, Portugal has reported its highest number of daily infections since February.

Finland says the majority of its latest 355 infections came from people returning from the Euro 2020 tournament in St Petersburg. Senior health officials have urged people who’ve had contact with returning football supporters to get Covid tests.

Austria has relaxed a series of Covid measures, reopening discos and clubs and ending curfews. But the capital Vienna is tightening some measures, requiring anyone over six years of age to have a negative test, for example when they go into a restaurant. City officials say that’s because under-20s are responsible for 40% of its infections. Lateral flow home tests will no longer be accepted as valid.

Subject: Covid common in cats and dogs, study finds

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/21 at 5:47 am

Covid is common in pet cats and dogs whose owners have the disease, research suggests.

Swabs were taken from 310 pets in 196 households where a human infection had been detected.

Six cats and seven dogs returned a positive PCR result, while 54 animals tested positive for virus antibodies.

"If you have Covid, you should avoid contact with your cat or dog, just as you would do with other people," Dr Els Broens, from Utrecht University, said.

"The main concern is not the animals' health but the potential risk that pets could act as a reservoir of the virus and reintroduce it into the human population."

The authors of the study said no evidence of pet-to-owner transmission had been recorded to date but it would be difficult to detect while the virus was still spreading easily between humans.

Most infected pets tend to be asymptomatic or display mild Covid symptoms.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57666245

Subject: Could Euro 2020 be Covid 'super spreader' event?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/21 at 8:35 am

More warnings from the World Health Organization (WHO) about a current surge in Covid cases in Europe, many of which have been linked to the ongoing Euro 2020 Championship across the continent.

Catherine Smallwood, the WHO's senior emergency officer, called on local authorities in host cities to better monitor the movement of fans.

"We need to look much beyond just the stadiums themselves. We need to look at how people get there, are they travelling in large crowded convoys of buses?" Smallwood says at a news briefing.

"And when they leave the stadiums, are they going into crowded bars and pubs to watch the matches? It is these small continuous events that are driving the spread of the virus."

Meanwhile, when the WHO's Europe head Hans Kluge is asked whether the Euro 2020 is potentially acting as a "super spreader" event, he replies: "I hope not... but this can't be excluded."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Who will get the booster jab?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/21 at 9:42 am

Confirmed last night the NHS has been given the green light to start planning a Covid vaccine booster programme in the UK ahead of winter.

This means that millions of people most vulnerable to Covid-19 may be offered a third vaccination from September.

Boosters should ensure protection built up in the population does not decline through the winter months - and that immunity is maximised to provide additional resilience against variants.

All adults aged 50 and over and frontline health and social care workers are among the groups who will be offered a booster.

Most younger adults will receive their second Covid-19 vaccine dose in late summer, so the benefits of booster vaccination in this group will be considered by the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) - which advises ministers - at a later date.

Subject: Scotland records another record number of cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/21 at 10:07 am

Scotland has recorded more than 4,000 Covid cases in a day for the first time since the start of the pandemic.

The latest Scottish Government figures show 4,234 positive tests - the third time this week that the record for infections over a 24-hour period has been broken.

Six deaths of Covid patients within 28 days of a positive test were also recorded.

It come as the clinical director in charge of Scotland's contact tracing says the increase in cases is straining the system.

It is now taking longer to contact infectious people and to track down their close contacts, figures from Public Health Scotland suggest, with just 29% of people who tested positive having spoken to a contact tracer within 24 hours of being logged.

Meanwhile, Edinburgh has seen positive coronavirus cases reach unprecedented levels in the last two weeks.

Have the Euros, tourism and opening up of hospitality combined to create a perfect environment for the new Delta variant to thrive?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/01/21 at 10:40 am

A further 27,989 coronavirus cases have been recorded in the UK and 22 deaths within 28 days of a positive test, according to the latest government statistics.

This is the highest number of cases that have been reported since 29 January - when 29,079 cases were reported.

The number of cases has been increasing in the UK, but the daily death figures remain low. And admissions to hospital and further admissions to the ICU are not at the levels they were at then.

More than 33 million people – 62.7% of the UK’s adults – have now had two jabs and more than 44.8m people – or 85.2% of the adult population – have had one vaccine dose.

The latest figures show a further 141,216 first jabs have been given and another 175,749 second doses.

All over 18s are eligible for the Covid vaccine in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

By 19 July, it's hoped that all adults in England will have had their first dose and everyone aged over 40 - and the clinically extremely vulnerable - will have been offered their second.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/21 at 12:48 am

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The cases in the UK is still on the rise, with 90% from the Delta Variant.

Subject: Boris Johnson to set out England's final Covid lockdown easing

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/21 at 12:54 am

Boris Johnson is preparing to set out details of the final step of England's roadmap out of lockdown.

The PM is expected to announce the next steps on social distancing, face coverings and working from home, as well as on care home visits, during a No 10 news conference later.

Step four of the roadmap was delayed last month to no earlier than 19 July.

Mr Johnson said as we "learn to live with this virus, we must... exercise judgement when going about our lives".

Labour's shadow health secretary Jonathan Ashworth urged the government to confirm "what level of mortality and cases of long Covid" it considers acceptable.

"Letting cases rise with no action means further pressure on the NHS, more sickness, disruption to education - and risks a new variant emerging with a selection advantage," he warned.

Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are in charge of their own coronavirus rules, and the Scottish government has suggested it may retain some basic measures including masks at its next review in August.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57715496

Subject: Duchess of Cambridge forced to self-isolate due to Covid contact

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/21 at 4:53 am

The Duchess of Cambridge is having to self-isolate after coming into contact with someone who later tested positive for Covid.

Kate had been due to attend a service at St Paul's Cathedral in London on Monday morning to celebrate the work of the NHS in tackling the pandemic.

"Her Royal Highness is not experiencing any symptoms, but is following all relevant government guidelines and is self-isolating at home," Kensington Palace said.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK headlines

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/21 at 4:55 am

Here are the main developments this morning:

Boris Johnson is expected to confirm at a news conference later that he's confident the government will be able to lift the majority of the remaining coronavirus restrictions in England from 19 July

Some scientists are urging caution while case numbers from the Delta variant are still rising

The Scottish government has suggested it may retain some basic measures including masks at its next review in August

The number of drop-in vaccination centres in Scotland is being expanded across the country after a sharp rise in case numbers

The Queen has awarded the prestigious George Cross to the NHS on its 73rd anniversary. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will attend a service of thanksgiving at St Paul's Cathedral to recognise the NHS's work during the pandemic

President Joe Biden says the US is closer than ever to declaring independence from Covid

And Indonesia is facing an oxygen crisis as hospitals struggle to cope with a surge in Covid cases

Subject: Health secretary to update MPs on Covid at 17:00 BST

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/21 at 7:29 am

Sajid Javid will update MPs on Covid-19 with a statement at 17:00 BST, the Commons Leader's office says.

The health secretary's statement is expected to coincide with a press conference led by the prime minister to set out plans for the final stage of England's roadmap out of lockdown on 19 July.

Subject: Luxembourg PM under observation in hospital

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/21 at 8:09 am

Luxembourg’s Prime Minister, Xavier Bettel, has been admitted to hospital with Covid-19.

He tested positive for the virus at the end of June and has been self-isolating.

Mr Bettel will remain under observation for 24 hours, local media reported. He was given the first dose of the AstraZeneca vaccine in May.

Last month he attended a two-day EU summit in Brussels which was also attended by French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Angela Merkel and other European leaders. However none of the EU leaders were considered close contacts, AFP news agency reports.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/21 at 11:16 am

The UK has recorded 27,334 new cases, as well as nine deaths within 28 days of a positive test, according to the latest figures.

The number of deaths recorded over the weekend and on Mondays tends to be lower because of reporting delays.

More than 45.3 million people in the UK have had at least one dose of a coronavirus vaccine, while more than 33.7 million people have had two doses, according to the latest figures.

It means 86.1% of the adult population have had one jab, while 64% are fully vaccinated.

Subject: Re: Duchess of Cambridge forced to self-isolate due to Covid contact

Written By: nally on 07/05/21 at 11:22 am


The Duchess of Cambridge is having to self-isolate after coming into contact with someone who later tested positive for Covid.

Kate had been due to attend a service at St Paul's Cathedral in London on Monday morning to celebrate the work of the NHS in tackling the pandemic.

"Her Royal Highness is not experiencing any symptoms, but is following all relevant government guidelines and is self-isolating at home," Kensington Palace said.

oh dear. :o

I hope she recovers soon enough.

Subject: Re: Duchess of Cambridge forced to self-isolate due to Covid contact

Written By: karen on 07/05/21 at 11:47 am


oh dear. :o

I hope she recovers soon enough.


She has not necessarily got Covid, just has been near someone who later tested positive. In England the rules state that you must then self isolate in case you are also infectious, even if you display no symptoms.

We have had several teachers isolating as they had been in contact with students who later tested positive.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PM gives update on England's lockdown easing

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/21 at 12:05 pm


Most legal restrictions will be scrapped in the final stage of England's lockdown easing, Prime Minister Boris Johnson says. Face masks will no longer be legally required, 1m-plus social distancing will end and all businesses will be able to reopen - including nightclubs. Limits on numbers meeting indoors and outdoors will be removed, and work-from-home guidance abolished. In a Downing Street briefing, the PM said ministers would decide next Monday whether the final step would happen as planned on 19 July. He also stressed that the pandemic was "far from over". Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are in charge of their own coronavirus rules. The Scottish government has suggested it may retain some basic measures, including wearing masks, at its next review in August. On Monday, Wales's health minister said the nation was going to have to "learn to live with" coronavirus.

Subject: Re: Duchess of Cambridge forced to self-isolate due to Covid contact

Written By: nally on 07/05/21 at 12:43 pm


She has not necessarily got Covid, just has been near someone who later tested positive. In England the rules state that you must then self isolate in case you are also infectious, even if you display no symptoms.

We have had several teachers isolating as they had been in contact with students who later tested positive.

Even so, I wish the best for her.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/05/21 at 4:36 pm


Most legal restrictions will be scrapped in the final stage of England's lockdown easing, Prime Minister Boris Johnson says. Face masks will no longer be legally required, 1m-plus social distancing will end and all businesses will be able to reopen - including nightclubs. Limits on numbers meeting indoors and outdoors will be removed, and work-from-home guidance abolished. In a Downing Street briefing, the PM said ministers would decide next Monday whether the final step would happen as planned on 19 July. He also stressed that the pandemic was "far from over". Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are in charge of their own coronavirus rules. The Scottish government has suggested it may retain some basic measures, including wearing masks, at its next review in August. On Monday, Wales's health minister said the nation was going to have to "learn to live with" coronavirus.
I am still doing as I do right now, staying safe, and continuing 'shielding'.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): England cricket positive tests mean new line-up

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/21 at 5:00 am

England will name a new squad for their One Day International (ODI) series with Pakistan after three players and four staff members tested positive for Covid-19.

The team were due to begin the series in Cardiff on Thursday.

Tests administered on Monday returned seven positive results and the rest of England's party will be required to self-isolate as a result.

The England and Wales Cricket Board said Ben Stokes will return to captain a squad which will be named in the next few hours.

Subject: BREAKING: Double jabbed will not have to self-isolate from 16 August

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/21 at 6:56 am

Sajid Javid says the latest figures show the vaccination programme has saved 27,000 lives and prevented 7m people from getting Covid.

Both doses can reduce symptomatic infection by almost 80%, he says.

He says: "The odds have shifted in our favour and we can look afresh at many of the measures we have had to put in place".

From 16 August anyone who is a close contact of a positive case will no longer have to self-isolate if they've been fully vaccinated, he says.

If someone gets their second dose just before or just after 16 August they'll have to wait for two weeks to build up the maximum protection before they can enjoy these new freedoms, he says.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK education and childcare statement

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/21 at 8:11 am

Education Secretary Gavin Williamson has announced the use of bubbles in schools will come to an end.

Here are the key points from his statement to MPs:

# Key restrictions on education and childcare will come to an end in step 4 of England's roadmap out of lockdown

# The government is ending class bubbles

NHS Test and Trace will now handle notification of Covid outbreaks in schools

# There will be no restrictions on in-person teaching and learning in universities unless students are advised to isolate or are affected by local outbreaks

# It will not be necessary to stagger start and finish times for schools and colleges - although they can continue doing this until the end of summer term if they wish

# Those under the age of 18 will no longer have to self-isolate if they are contacted by NHS Test and Trace as having been near to someone with coronavirus

# Instead they will be advised to take a PCR test

Subject: Russia reports highest-ever number of Covid deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/21 at 8:32 am

Away from updates at Westminster now, and Russia says it has recorded its highest number of Covid-19 deaths in a single day since the start of the pandemic, with 737 deaths officially reported in the past 24 hours.

The country is facing a dramatic rise in new cases, which have more than doubled over the past month from 9,500 on 1 June to 23,378 registered today.

The actual number may be higher, as Russian authorities have faced accusations of under-reporting the statistics.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/7/6/abd1d05c-587d-428b-96c3-4d448e6568b6.jpg

Even though Russia was the first country to register a vaccine against coronavirus (Sputnik V), only about 12% of its population has been fully vaccinated, and officials acknowledge that the rollout has been stalling.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/7/6/67076cb2-d940-44bb-8fde-4e3a4a5539a9.jpg

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/06/21 at 11:56 am

There have been a further 37 coronavirus-related deaths in the UK, according to the government's daily figures.

That brings the total number of deaths in the 28 days following a positive Covid-19 test to 128,268.

There have also been another 28,773 new infections recorded in the last 24 hours.

Nearly 80m vaccine doses have now been given in the UK.

A total of 79,302,857 jabs have been given, according to the government's daily figures.

That's 45,428,681 first doses and 33,874,176 second doses.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK education and childcare statement

Written By: karen on 07/06/21 at 12:45 pm


Education Secretary Gavin Williamson has announced the use of bubbles in schools will come to an end.

Here are the key points from his statement to MPs:

# Key restrictions on education and childcare will come to an end in step 4 of England's roadmap out of lockdown

# The government is ending class bubbles

NHS Test and Trace will now handle notification of Covid outbreaks in schools

# There will be no restrictions on in-person teaching and learning in universities unless students are advised to isolate or are affected by local outbreaks

# It will not be necessary to stagger start and finish times for schools and colleges - although they can continue doing this until the end of summer term if they wish

# Those under the age of 18 will no longer have to self-isolate if they are contacted by NHS Test and Trace as having been near to someone with coronavirus

# Instead they will be advised to take a PCR test


Hooray to the end of bubbles. Hopefully we can get back to normal at school instead of having to quarantine equipment between groups.

We stopped the staggered start times at the school I work in, but the primary school still does this. I don’t know if they will carry on with this next term. Colleagues in other schools across England have said that their schools intend to carry on with this.

This is the last week of term for us. I am sure we will be getting updates as to how we will operate as a school for the next academic year.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest headlines from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/21 at 3:32 am

Here is a round-up of the main headlines this morning:

Some Tory MPs and businesses have criticised waiting until 16 August to change the self-isolation rule for fully-vaccinated people in England. From that date, people in England who have had two doses of a coronavirus jab will no longer have to self-isolate if a close contact tests positive for Covid

Two of the world's biggest airlines are to trial fast-track lanes at Heathrow airport for fully-vaccinated arrivals. British Airways and Virgin hope the results will show the government that vaccine status checks can be completed quickly and easily

The Institute of Customer Service has accused some companies and organisations of using the pandemic as an excuse for poor performance. A survey of 10,000 people has found consumers were more tolerant of delays at the start of the Covid crisis - but less so now

Sir Tom Jones and Rag 'n' Bone are among some of the British music stars who will be playing in tinier venues than usual this summer, to try to help kick-start indoor gig going. The live music industry has essentially been shut down for 18 months due to Covid-19

A lockdown in Sydney, Australia, has been extended for another week as the highly infectious Delta variant continues to spread. The two-week lockdown had been due to end at midnight on Friday

Subject: The mutation risk of high numbers of cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/21 at 6:04 am

On Tuesday, Health Secretary Sajid Javid said daily cases in the UK could hit 100,000 as restrictions are lifted. Could that lead to more mutations of the virus?

Here's what Dr Jeff Barrett, director of the Covid-19 Genomics Initiative at the Wellcome Sanger Institute, told Radio 4's Today programme:

"It is clearly one of the big risks, in a strategy of having very high numbers of cases, like hundreds of thousands a day.

"Because the vaccines work so well, the risk which has been in the front of our minds - severe disease and death - is obviously much lessened. But nothing about that changes this risk of the virus mutating.

"The thing which would now be really worrying – and we don’t know how likely this is – if a mutation substantially reduced the efficacy of vaccines.

"We know Delta is a bit less well neutralised by the vaccines, but they still work quite well. And the risk of hundreds of thousands of cases a day – and it’s true in the UK, but it’s a global problem – cases happening everywhere in the world are, in theory, generating new mutations which might lead to problems down the road."

Subject: Nearly 90% of UK adults have antibodies

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/21 at 6:51 am

Around 89% of adults in the UK had antibodies to coronavirus, according to latest estimates from the Office for National Statistics.

Antibodies are evidence of a prior infection or at least one dose of the vaccine. The latest figure, from the week 14-20 June, is up 3% from 86% in the week before.

This doesn’t mean these people are completely protected from infection, since the Delta variant can still infect some people who have only had a single dose of the vaccine - and a small number of those who have had both jabs.

Therefore it doesn’t give us a clear picture of how close we are to herd immunity. The figure was highest in Wales at 92%, followed by England (90%), Northern Ireland (87%) and Scotland (85%).

Subject: Sydney lockdown extended as Delta outbreak spreads

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/21 at 7:47 am

Sydney residents will be in lockdown for another week as Australia's largest city fights to contain a Covid outbreak.

The New South Wales government says it has made the "difficult decision" as it battles the highly transmissible Delta strain.

A stay-at-home order issued on 26 June covering more than five million residents in the Greater Sydney, Wollongong and Central Coast areas was due to be lifted on Friday. It has now been extended to 16 July. Schools will also be closed next week.

Clusters have emerged after some people who were found to be infected left their homes for essentials.

The outbreak of about 330 cases is the worst in the city this year.

Less than 10% of Australians are fully vaccinated. A lack of supplies, specifically of the Pfizer vaccine, means many Australians can't get a jab until the final months of the year.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What are the new self-isolating rules in England?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/21 at 8:15 am

We've just got some more detail from the Department of Health and Social Care about the new self-isolation rules in England.

From 16 August, anyone in England who is a close contact of someone who tests positive for Covid will no longer have to self-isolate if they've had both their jabs.

When they are notified about their contact, the NHS Test and Trace app will ask if they are fully vaccinated.

If so, they will be advised to take one PCR test as soon as possible to make sure they haven't been infected. As long as that test is negative, and they don't develop symptoms, they won't need to take further PCR tests.

However, anyone who tests positive or develops symptoms will still need to self-isolate, regardless of their vaccination status.

People who have a second vaccine dose close to 16 August will have to wait two weeks after the jab before following the new rules. This is to allow the vaccination

Subject: More than 30,000 new Covid cases recorded in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/21 at 10:33 am

There have been a further 32,548 cases of coronavirus reported in the UK today, according to the latest government figures. It's the first time since 24 January that the daily figure has been more than 30,000.

For context, there was an eight-week period in April and May when the daily figure never went above 4,000.

And there have been another 33 deaths, of people who had tested positive for the virus within the previous 28 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 07/07/21 at 11:16 am

https://arstechnica.com/science/2021/07/hospital-ceo-tells-vaccine-disparagers-to-shut-up-as-delta-slams-missouri/

It’s in the center of the USA now.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): How many in UK have had their vaccines now?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/21 at 11:47 am

Another 85,811 people in the UK have had a first dose of a coronavirus vaccine, the government figures show. In total, 86.4% of the adult population has now had one jab.

And a further 153,126 have had a second vaccine dose now. As of today, 64.6% of the adult population has now had both jabs.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Millions could be self-isolating this summer

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/21 at 12:16 pm

That delay to ending quarantine for vaccinated close contacts of people with Covid could lead to millions of people being asked to self-isolate over the summer, ministers are being warned. The knock-on for the economy and workplaces, including the NHS, could be huge, industry groups say. From 16 August, those in England who have been fully vaccinated will not have to isolate if a close contact tests positive for coronavirus. But BBC analysis shows more than 4.5 million people could still be asked to self-isolate between now and then.

Industry group UK Hospitality says the system is already causing "carnage". Chief executive Kate Nicholls says the plans do not go "far enough, quickly enough". NHS Providers, which represents hospitals, says the rules are causing disruption in the health service too.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): WHO warns against lifting restrictions too early

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/21 at 12:41 pm


The World Health Organisation (WHO) is warning countries against lifting restrictions too quickly.

Dr Mike Ryan, head of the WHO’s emergencies programme urges caution and says there has been a 33% increase in cases in the European region in the past week.

“This is not a flat curve, this is an increasing curve,” he says. “Making assumptions that transmissions will not increase because we’re opening up because of a vaccine is a false assumption.

“Transmission will increase when you open up because, number one, we don’t have any vaccines in everybody and, number two, the vaccine coverage rates are lower and we’re not still sure to what extent vaccination protects the ability to be infected.”

He adds increased transmission in the community puts the most vulnerable at risk.

It comes as the UK prepares to lift restrictions, including a limit on indoor meetings and the wearing of masks.

Subject: UK cases are going up quickly - but not as quickly as last week

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/07/21 at 1:20 pm

More than 32,500 new Covid cases have been confirmed in the UK – the highest daily total since late January.

It represents an increase from 28,700 on Tuesday. It is not unusual for there to be a big jump on a Wednesday as a result of a weekend effect – slightly less testing is done.

What’s important is the trend. Week on week this represents a 43% rise. That is actually down on what has been seen recently. Cases are going up quickly, but not as quickly as last week.

It’s too early to say whether that is part of a longer-term pattern. But what is certain is that government officials are watching this data like hawks.

The policy of opening up in England is based on the hope the virus will soon hit the wall of immunity built up by the vaccination programme and natural infection.

Ministers have said we should be prepared to see 100,000 cases a day. But they are hoping this wave of infection peaks well before that.




Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/08/21 at 10:43 am

Deaths: 33
Cases: 32551 (still on the rise)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 07/08/21 at 11:24 pm


Deaths: 33
Cases: 32551 (still on the rise)

And now with the Delta Variant, cases seem to be on the rise again. :o Therefore, the CDC is advising that people mask up again in indoor public places.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Howard on 07/09/21 at 4:42 am


And now with the Delta Variant, cases seem to be on the rise again. :o Therefore, the CDC is advising that people mask up again in indoor public places.

And public transportation too, unfortunately.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 07/09/21 at 8:42 am


And public transportation too, unfortunately.

That doesn't surprise me.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Howard on 07/09/21 at 3:00 pm


That doesn't surprise me.

I would think by now that masks would be off for good.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 07/09/21 at 4:18 pm

https://www.9and10news.com/2021/07/09/pfizer-developing-covid-19-booster-shot-delta-variant-shot/

Looks like the more Delta variant cases we get, the less effective the vaccine is getting. And that’s Phizer, the best one. Original numbers for the Johnson shot I got were like 60%, who knows now. I’ll be keeping the mask on in public places just like always.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 07/09/21 at 7:51 pm


I would think by now that masks would be off for good.  ::)

Not even close, in some places.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK education and childcare statement

Written By: nally on 07/09/21 at 7:52 pm


https://www.9and10news.com/2021/07/09/pfizer-developing-covid-19-booster-shot-delta-variant-shot/

Looks like the more Delta variant cases we get, the less effective the vaccine is getting. And that’s Phizer, the best one. Original numbers for the Johnson shot I got were like 60%, who knows now. I’ll be keeping the mask on in public places just like always.

Of course, the original vaccine was formulated to treat the original case. I'm glad pfizer is workin' on developing one to treat/combat the variant.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 07/10/21 at 8:10 am

When are they going to come out with the Zeta variant of Covid? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK education and childcare statement

Written By: nally on 07/10/21 at 10:38 am


When are they going to come out with the Zeta variant of Covid? ???

I hope not...

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/21 at 12:43 am

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The cases are still on the rise!

Subject: PM confirms end of Covid legal restrictions in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/21 at 4:50 am

Confirming that England will lift almost all of its remaining coronavirus legal restrictions on 19 July, Boris Johnson said life will not "instantly revert" to normal. The prime minister said people must remain cautious, adding: "I cannot say this powerfully or emphatically enough: this pandemic is not over." He said the government would continue to "expect and recommend" people wear face masks in crowded indoor places, such as public transport. And he said it would set out guidance for a gradual return to offices and workplaces. With cases and hospital admissions rising, there was "no easy answer" about when to ease restrictions, the prime minister said, with any further delay risking a bigger surge in the autumn.

Subject: Mask wearing only good if everybody does it, Sage scientist says

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/21 at 6:58 am

Sage member Professor Graham Medley says between 1-2,000 hospital admissions a day are "likely", due to a wave in coronavirus infections as restrictions ease.

The chairman of the Sage modelling subgroup Spi-M tells BBC Radio 4's Today programme the summer peak of coronavirus as measures ease in England could last six weeks and heap a "considerable burden" on the NHS.

"We've never seen a peak before that hasn't been controlled," he says. "The intention is not to introduce a lockdown for this peak. Then we are going to see a natural peak and that may well be long and disseminated."

On face coverings he says mask wearing "probably won't do any good" when the government ends the legal requirement to do so.

"I personally will wear a mask to protect other people. I think it's quite a reasonable thing to do; it doesn't have a huge imposition in terms of economic impact or in terms of freedom, and I think there is evidence to suggest it does good, but only if everybody does it," he adds.

Subject: All of Scotland to move to level 0 of restrictions

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/21 at 8:54 am

Nicola Sturgeon begins her Covid update speaking in Holyrood.

She says she must emphasise that "this is a time for continued caution".

She says all of Scotland will move to level 0 next Monday but with certain modifications.

She says certain mitigations, like face coverings, will remain in place "in all likelihood for some time to come".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 50 deaths in 24 hours

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/21 at 10:24 am

The UK has recorded 50 further deaths from Covid-19, the highest daily toll since 22 March.

It also reported a further 36,660 confirmed cases of coronavirus.

A further 54,296 people received their first vaccine dose yesterday, meaning 87.3% of adults or almost 46 million people have now had at least one dose.

With 125,360 second doses given out, 66.4% of the UK adults (or about 35 million people) are fully vaccinated.

Subject: What precautions should clinically vulnerable people take?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/21 at 10:50 am

With England lifting almost all coronavirus restrictions on 19 July, the government has issued new advice to people who are clinically extremely vulnerable - amid criticism from disability charities that they feel they have been left to fend by themselves.

It says people who are at higher risk of serious illness should consider extra precautions, such as:

# Limiting moments of close contact

# Considering whether you and others have been fully vaccinated (you might want to wait until 14 days after your second dose before meeting)

# Considering the risk if Covid levels are high in the general community

# Meeting outside if possible

# Ensuring inside spaces are well-ventilated

# Washing hands regularly and avoiding face-touching

# Continuing social distancing if that feels right for you

# Asking friends/family to take lateral flow tests before meeting

# Data shows Covid vaccines are highly effective in most people in clinical risk groups. Two doses are needed for best protection.

Being double-jabbed reduces the risk of symptomatic Covid-19 by around 90%, say experts. But no vaccine is 100% effective. Some people with weak immune systems may not get as much benefit from the vaccine, for example.

Subject: Re: What precautions should clinically vulnerable people take?

Written By: Howard on 07/13/21 at 3:14 pm


With England lifting almost all coronavirus restrictions on 19 July, the government has issued new advice to people who are clinically extremely vulnerable - amid criticism from disability charities that they feel they have been left to fend by themselves.

It says people who are at higher risk of serious illness should consider extra precautions, such as:

# Limiting moments of close contact

# Considering whether you and others have been fully vaccinated (you might want to wait until 14 days after your second dose before meeting)

# Considering the risk if Covid levels are high in the general community

# Meeting outside if possible

# Ensuring inside spaces are well-ventilated

# Washing hands regularly and avoiding face-touching


# Continuing social distancing if that feels right for you

# Asking friends/family to take lateral flow tests before meeting

# Data shows Covid vaccines are highly effective in most people in clinical risk groups. Two doses are needed for best protection.

Being double-jabbed reduces the risk of symptomatic Covid-19 by around 90%, say experts. But no vaccine is 100% effective. Some people with weak immune systems may not get as much benefit from the vaccine, for example.

That's what I've been doing.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/13/21 at 3:49 pm


With England lifting almost all coronavirus restrictions on 19 July, the government has issued new advice to people who are clinically extremely vulnerable - amid criticism from disability charities that they feel they have been left to fend by themselves.

It says people who are at higher risk of serious illness should consider extra precautions, such as:

# Limiting moments of close contact

# Considering whether you and others have been fully vaccinated (you might want to wait until 14 days after your second dose before meeting)

# Considering the risk if Covid levels are high in the general community

# Meeting outside if possible

# Ensuring inside spaces are well-ventilated

# Washing hands regularly and avoiding face-touching

# Continuing social distancing if that feels right for you

# Asking friends/family to take lateral flow tests before meeting

# Data shows Covid vaccines are highly effective in most people in clinical risk groups. Two doses are needed for best protection.

Being double-jabbed reduces the risk of symptomatic Covid-19 by around 90%, say experts. But no vaccine is 100% effective. Some people with weak immune systems may not get as much benefit from the vaccine, for example.
Exactly as I continue to do.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/21 at 1:02 am

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Subject: Medics fear surge in winter viruses plus Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/21 at 1:41 am

A surge in flu and other respiratory viruses could put pressure on people's health and the NHS this winter, warns a report by leading medics.

They say testing for flu, Covid and a respiratory virus common in children and the elderly - called RSV - may help doctors treat cases more quickly.

The Academy of Medical Sciences report calls for people with any symptoms to isolate and stay at home.

This will help protect against all respiratory viruses this winter.

The report, by 29 leading experts and requested by the government, says there is great uncertainty about what the next few months will hold across the UK, but it urges policymakers to prepare for a challenging winter.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57837192

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): latest stories in the UK and around the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/21 at 4:11 am

Here are the latest stories in the UK and around the world this morning:

Ibiza, Majorca, Menorca and Formentera are being moved to England’s amber travel list from Monday
But travel firms have criticised the move, with Tui saying a “lack of transparency” about the data behind the changes was making it difficult for customers to book in advance with confidence

A surge in flu and other respiratory viruses could put pressure on people's health and the NHS this winter, a report by leading medics has warned

Doctors and midwives fear next week's relaxation of Covid restrictions will lead to a big increase in infections among pregnant women

The number of job vacancies in the UK surpassed pre-pandemic levels in the three months to June, driven by hospitality and retail, according to the Office for National Statistics

Cuba has temporarily lifted import duties on food, medicine and other essentials following protests, including over the government’s handling of the pandemic

Singapore is seeing a spike in infections, with the majority of the country’s 56 cases on Wednesday linked to karaoke lounges

Subject: Ibiza, Majorca and Menorca moved to amber travel list

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/21 at 6:03 am

Ibiza, Majorca, Menorca and Formentera are being moved onto England’s amber travel list.

The Balearic Islands will join the list from 04:00 BST on Monday, 15 days after they were moved to the green watchlist.

The Scottish and Welsh governments say they will do the same, and Northern Ireland is expected to follow suit.

It means that those who are not fully vaccinated or under 18 will have to quarantine on their return.

Transport Secretary Grant Shapps says case rates have doubled since the islands were added to the green watchlist, which means the government has to "move quickly".

But package holiday firm Tui says the "continued lack of transparency" about the methodology and data behind the changes is making it "incredibly difficult for customers to book far in advance with confidence".

Subject: Melbourne to enter snap lockdown with 18 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/21 at 7:46 am

The Australian state of Victoria - home to the country's second largest city Melbourne - is set to enter a snap lockdown late on Thursday, after it recorded two more local cases of the virus.

The latest outbreak brings the total number of virus cases there to 18.

This is the fifth lockdown Victoria has experienced since the pandemic began and will last until Tuesday.

It means that about 40% of Australia's population is now under a stay-at-home order.

Subject: Covid app alerts sent to 500,000 in a week - up 46%

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/21 at 8:03 am

The number of isolation alerts sent to users of the NHS Covid-19 app in England and Wales has reached its highest weekly figure since January.

A total of 520,194 alerts were sent in the week to 7 July, telling individuals they had been in close contact with someone who had tested positive for coronavirus.

This is up from 356,677 the previous week - a jump of 46% - and is the highest weekly figure since data was first published in January.

Subject: Karaoke bars at centre of latest Singapore Covid cluster

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/21 at 10:50 am

Karaoke lounges have become Singapore's latest virus cluster, making up a majority of the 56 cases the country recorded on Wednesday.

The figure is the highest daily total Singapore has seen in 10 months.

Some 41 cases have been linked to these lounges, which typically see hostesses interact with customers.

The lounges were closed months ago as part of lockdown measures, but several obtained licences to operate as food and beverage outlets instead.

The latest cluster comes as Singapore gradually eases virus restrictions - allowing people to meet in larger groups and rolling back some dining restrictions.

Subject: New Covid cases as world readies for Tokyo Olympics

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/21 at 11:08 am

Organisers of the Tokyo Olympics say one athlete and five workers have tested positive for coronavirus - just eight days before the opening ceremony.

They did not disclose any details.

On Wednesday, a staff member of the Russian women's rugby team was admitted to hospital after testing positive in Munakata, in western Japan.

Also on Wednesday, a coronavirus cluster was identified at a hotel hosting a number of Brazilian athletes in Hamamatsu, central Japan.

Tokyo reported 1,308 new infections on Thursday - the highest number since January.

Subject: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/15/21 at 11:32 am


A further 48,553 Covid cases have been recorded in the UK, according to government figures.

And 63 more people have died within 28 days of testing positive for Covid, the highest day-on-day rise since 26 March. It brings the UK total to 128,593.

Separate figures published by the Office for National Statistics show there have now been 154,000 deaths registered in the UK where Covid was mentioned on the death certificate.

Subject: Los Angeles County to reinstate facemasks indoors on July 17th at 11:59pm

Written By: nally on 07/15/21 at 10:53 pm

In L.A. County (California), mask mandates will be reinstated starting this weekend, for indoors, regardless of people's vaccination statuses.

I wonder if this means my office will have to go back to putting them on in the office, even though there's only three of us (all fully vaccinated) in the office.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 07/16/21 at 1:34 am

We're very slowly lifting restrictions here in Ontario and we're now in stage 3.

Subject: Covid hospital numbers could get scary - Prof Chris Whitty

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/21 at 3:50 am

The UK is "not out of the woods yet" and people should act with caution as Covid restrictions in England end on Monday, Prof Chris Whitty has said.

England's chief medical officer warned that Covid hospitalisations were doubling every three weeks and could hit "scary numbers" in future.

Prof Whitty said the pandemic still had a "long way to run in the UK".

Solicitor General Lucy Frazer said while cases will rise, there were "consequences for not opening up".

But she warned: "Of course, if we get into a situation where it is unacceptable and we do need to put back further restrictions, then that of course is something the government will look at."

It comes as:

# the UK recorded almost 50,000 new cases on Thursday - the highest daily number since January

# more than half a million self-isolation alerts were sent to people using the NHS Covid-19 app in England and Wales during the first week of July - a rise of 46% on the previous week

# Meat processors warned of product shortages due to staff absences, driven by "pings" sent from the app

# The RMT trade union, which represents rail workers, said the number of stay-at-home orders will rise further from Monday due to "the government's confused and conflicting" messages on masks and restrictions in England

Prof Whitty told an online seminar hosted by the Science Museum on Thursday evening that the situation could become very dangerous for individual hospitals.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-57858864

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: Howard on 07/16/21 at 4:38 am


In L.A. County (California), mask mandates will be reinstated starting this weekend, for indoors, regardless of people's vaccination statuses.

I wonder if this means my office will have to go back to putting them on in the office, even though there's only three of us (all fully vaccinated) in the office.

I hope mask mandates will be restricted on public transportation.

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: nally on 07/16/21 at 8:40 am


I hope mask mandates will be restricted on public transportation.

As in, disallowed? As far as I know, they're required on public transportations.

Subject: Covid: Why has the Delta variant spread so quickly in UK?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/21 at 8:48 am

The Delta variant of the virus causing Covid-19 has caused infections to spike in the UK once more, preventing the planned relaxation of lockdown in England. But is it really faring worse than other countries?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57489740

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK hospital numbers are rising

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/21 at 8:54 am

How hospital numbers are rising

1,254

1,491

2,652

3,786

Those are numbers of hospital patients with Covid recorded on each of the last four Wednesdays starting from 16 June, exactly one month ago.

Now Chris Whitty, the UK's chief medical adviser, has spoken just days before the England's final lockdown restrictions are lifted on Monday and warned that those numbers could climb back to "scary" levels in the weeks ahead,

Subject: One in 95 people in England had Covid last week

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/16/21 at 9:38 am

An estimated one in 95 people in England had Covid-19 in the week ending 10 July, new figures from the Office for National Statistics show.

The last time more than 1% of the population had Covid was in February.

The previous week, the figure was one in 160.

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: Howard on 07/16/21 at 3:19 pm


As in, disallowed? As far as I know, they're required on public transportations.

We'll see how long it lasts.

Subject: Re: Los Angeles County to reinstate facemasks indoors on July 17th at 11:59pm

Written By: nally on 07/16/21 at 8:31 pm


An estimated one in 95 people in England had Covid-19 in the week ending 10 July, new figures from the Office for National Statistics show.

The last time more than 1% of the population had Covid was in February.

The previous week, the figure was one in 160.

Ooh no! :o I wonder if the Delta Variant is partly responsible for this?

Subject: Re: One in 95 people in England had Covid last week

Written By: nally on 07/16/21 at 8:32 pm


We'll see how long it lasts.

That's what I always say too. Good thing my travels will be limited this weekend.

Also, come Monday, I will likely need to wear my facemask in the office again. (I'm at least going to bring it with me/have it handy. If my boss says I need to wear it, then by all means I will put it on.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: whistledog on 07/19/21 at 5:43 am


We're very slowly lifting restrictions here in Ontario and we're now in stage 3.


How long though until Ford puts us back under lockdown.  I hope he doesn't, but with that guy, you never can tell

Subject: Re: Los Angeles County to reinstate facemasks indoors on July 17th at 11:59pm

Written By: nally on 07/19/21 at 11:16 pm



Also, come Monday, I will likely need to wear my facemask in the office again. (I'm at least going to bring it with me/have it handy. If my boss says I need to wear it, then by all means I will put it on.)

I brought my facemask to work this morning; indeed I needed to wear it inside. (We don't have to social distance, thankfully.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 07/21/21 at 6:34 am

Just got my first shot of BioNTech.  8)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 07/21/21 at 6:04 pm


How long though until Ford puts us back under lockdown.  I hope he doesn't, but with that guy, you never can tell


I hope it's not for a while yet.  I think we need to stop thinking so negatively.  Ford did what he needed to do.

Subject: Re: Los Angeles County to reinstate facemasks indoors on July 17th at 11:59pm

Written By: Howard on 07/22/21 at 5:47 am


I brought my facemask to work this morning; indeed I needed to wear it inside. (We don't have to social distance, thankfully.)

I bring a bunch of them with me.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/22/21 at 5:47 am


Just got my first shot of BioNTech.  8)

How are you feeling?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 07/22/21 at 2:08 pm


How are you feeling?
I was a bit tired yesterday but I'm not sure that came from the vaccine as I feel pretty low on energy all the time for the last month or two.
I had a bit of a sore arm where the injection was made but that is fading away fast.

Subject: Re: Los Angeles County to reinstate facemasks indoors on July 17th at 11:59pm

Written By: nally on 07/22/21 at 10:48 pm


I bring a bunch of them with me.

I usually wear one per day.

And it's officially required in my workplace, regardless of vaccination status. (Myself, my boss and our other coworker are all fully vaccinated, but we all gotta wear our facemasks inside the office suite. Except during eating.)

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: nally on 07/22/21 at 10:49 pm


I was a bit tired yesterday but I'm not sure that came from the vaccine as I feel pretty low on energy all the time for the last month or two.
I had a bit of a sore arm where the injection was made but that is fading away fast.

Yeah, I've heard of people having those kinds of sensations afterwards. It's pretty common.
Even I had a bit of fatigue the day after I got my second one.

Subject: Re: Los Angeles County to reinstate facemasks indoors on July 17th at 11:59pm

Written By: Howard on 07/23/21 at 5:55 am


I usually wear one per day.

And it's officially required in my workplace, regardless of vaccination status. (Myself, my boss and our other coworker are all fully vaccinated, but we all gotta wear our facemasks inside the office suite. Except during eating.)

We have to wear them in our workplace except lunchtime or having something to eat.

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: nally on 07/23/21 at 8:13 pm


We have to wear them in our workplace except lunchtime or having something to eat.

O0
Same at my workplace.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: amfican on 07/25/21 at 3:31 pm

since 1 year ago  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Sman12 on 07/26/21 at 1:17 am

The Delta variant is getting really bad here in the US. An average of 50,000+ cases were reported on over 3 days according to Worldometer. It's more of a pandemic of the unvaccinated, but there are also cases of breakthrough COVID infections from vaccinated people due to the variant.

So, I guess those days of my fully vaccinated self enjoying my mask-free face from May to mid-July are over, it seems like. Time for me to mask up and be cautious again, ughhhhhh.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/26/21 at 3:18 pm


The Delta variant is getting really bad here in the US. An average of 50,000+ cases were reported on over 3 days according to Worldometer. It's more of a pandemic of the unvaccinated, but there are also cases of breakthrough COVID infections from vaccinated people due to the variant.

So, I guess those days of my fully vaccinated self enjoying my mask-free face from May to mid-July are over, it seems like. Time for me to mask up and be cautious again, ughhhhhh.

I don't blame you, I don't want to keep on wearing masks. ::)

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: nally on 07/26/21 at 7:57 pm


I don't blame you, I don't want to keep on wearing masks. ::)

No one does, I'm sure, but it's the best way to protect ourselves from the Delta Variant (and others) it seems.

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: nally on 07/29/21 at 10:01 pm

So in California, the CDC is recommending facemasks be worn indoors regardless of vaccination status.

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: Howard on 07/30/21 at 4:39 am


So in California, the CDC is recommending facemasks be worn indoors regardless of vaccination status.

It's happening in New York too.

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: nally on 07/30/21 at 9:06 am


It's happening in New York too.

Doesn't surprise me.

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: wagonman76 on 07/30/21 at 11:07 am


It's happening in New York too.


Michigan says they won’t do another mask mandate. But they never enforced the previous one anyway. It’s been about a year since the governor’s powers were taken away.

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: Howard on 07/30/21 at 3:19 pm


Michigan says they won’t do another mask mandate. But they never enforced the previous one anyway. It’s been about a year since the governor’s powers were taken away.


The masks these days is like "The Clapper", mask on, mask off, mask on, mask off The Masker.

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: nally on 07/30/21 at 9:03 pm


The masks these days is like "The Clapper", mask on, mask off, mask on, mask off The Masker.

Clever! That's one way to look at it! :D

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: Howard on 07/31/21 at 4:28 am


Clever! That's one way to look at it! :D


They say keep your masks on but then a year later take your masks off for good because you might not need them that much anymore, Which is it?  ::)

Subject: Re: UK daily case numbers near 50,000

Written By: nally on 07/31/21 at 10:00 am


They say keep your masks on but then a year later take your masks off for good because you might not need them that much anymore, Which is it?  ::)

Taking them off "for good" is not advisable, because they might be needed, so we should keep them handy just in case. Always be prepared.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/01/21 at 1:23 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/5DFB/production/_119695042_uk_card_with_vax_2doses_01aug-nc.png

Cases are on a downward trend, but the experts and scientists fear that it could be that affected people are not taking the tests, for having to self-isolated and be off work and lose wages.

Subject: What are the Delta, Gamma, Beta and Alpha Covid variants?

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/21 at 8:12 am

An outbreak of cases of the Delta variant of Covid is causing concern in China.

More than 300 cases have been spotted in 10 days - leading to increased testing and travel restrictions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55659820


Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK reports 21,952 new cases and 24 further deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/21 at 10:13 am

The UK has recorded another 21,952 confirmed cases of coronavirus in the last 24 hours, as infections appear to be continuing their fall.

It means that during the past seven days the nation has had 27% fewer positive tests than in the previous week.

Another 24 deaths within 28 days of a positive test were reported, which means deaths have risen 20% week on week.

The delay between infections reaching their peak and the peak of hospital admissions and deaths is the likely explanation for why deaths continue to rise despite the fall in cases.

Subject: Nearly 38.5 million people now fully jabbed in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/02/21 at 10:39 am

A further 118,184 people received their second dose of a Covid-19 vaccine yesterday, bringing the proportion of the adult population who are fully vaccinated to 72.7% - nearly 38.5 million people.

But just 21,266 people received first doses, as the numbers coming forward for vaccination continued to slow down. A total of almost 46.9 million people, or 88.6% of adults, have had at least one jab.

Subject: Re: Nearly 38.5 million people now fully jabbed in UK

Written By: nally on 08/02/21 at 8:24 pm


A further 118,184 people received their second dose of a Covid-19 vaccine yesterday, bringing the proportion of the adult population who are fully vaccinated to 72.7% - nearly 38.5 million people.

But just 21,266 people received first doses, as the numbers coming forward for vaccination continued to slow down. A total of almost 46.9 million people, or 88.6% of adults, have had at least one jab.

At least the majority have received some portion of the dosage. O0

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Amber watchlist travel idea scrapped

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/21 at 3:22 am

A proposal to create an "amber watchlist" of countries at risk of moving to red in the travel traffic light system has been abandoned, government sources have told the BBC.

It comes after Prime Minister Boris Johnson said he wanted a "simple" and "balanced approach" to pandemic travel.

Government sources said no new categories would now be added.

Tory MPs and travel industry figures earlier warned a complex system risked putting people off from travelling.

The government had been considering the idea of a new level in the government's traffic light system for overseas travel, ahead of the next review this week.

It would have warned people when a destination was at risk of a sudden shift from amber to red - meaning that travel would be banned for everyone except UK nationals and residents, who would be required to quarantine in a hotel on their return.

Subject: Wuhan to test entire population after virus comeback

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/21 at 4:06 am

Authorities in the Chinese city of Wuhan will begin testing its entire population, after a handful of positive coronavirus cases were detected there.

Wuhan has recorded seven locally transmitted cases - the first local infections in more than a year.

The city of 11 million people shot into the spotlight after the coronavirus was first detected there in 2019.

China is currently seeing one of its biggest outbreaks in months, with 300 cases detected in 10 days.

Some 15 provinces across the country have been affected, which has led to the government rolling out mass testing measures and lockdown restrictions.

Authorities have attributed the spread of the virus to the highly contagious Delta variant and the domestic tourism season.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK reports lowest daily cases since late June

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/03/21 at 1:57 pm

The UK has reported another 21,691 daily Covid cases – the fewest since late June.

The last time case numbers were lower was on 29 June, when 20,479 were reported.

There were also a further 138 deaths recorded within 28 days of a positive test, which is the highest since 17 March.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: wagonman76 on 08/03/21 at 5:00 pm

Some colleges are saying you need to be fully vaccinated to attend. Like colleges 4 hours downstate. Even U of M is saying you need to be vaccinated to learn REMOTELY. Well for starters you won’t be fully vaccinated by the time classes start in less than a month. So my coworker’s son’s girlfriend went to get a shot. She tried a bunch of places and found out nobody around here is doing shots. They told her try again in a week. Now I wouldn’t expect anything better from this area, but I wonder if that’s the case anywhere else. The media says anyone who wants a shot can get one and they’re practically begging for people to get them. Not true.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 08/04/21 at 2:03 am


Some colleges are saying you need to be fully vaccinated to attend. Like colleges 4 hours downstate. Even U of M is saying you need to be vaccinated to learn REMOTELY. Well for starters you won’t be fully vaccinated by the time classes start in less than a month. So my coworker’s son’s girlfriend went to get a shot. She tried a bunch of places and found out nobody around here is doing shots. They told her try again in a week. Now I wouldn’t expect anything better from this area, but I wonder if that’s the case anywhere else. The media says anyone who wants a shot can get one and they’re practically begging for people to get them. Not true.


There was some talk of this in the U.K., with a minister saying they planned to make a final decision in September. Well, that’s no good, given you need eight weeks or so between vaccines and some university courses start in September.

It has since been announced that students are encouraged to get vaccinated, but I don’t think they will insist on it.

Another case of the government quietly u-turning when they realised they got it wrong.

Subject: Nine in 10 UK adults has Covid antibodies - ONS

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/21 at 4:21 am

More than nine in 10 adults in the UK has coronavirus antibodies, new data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) suggests.

Roughly 93% of adults tested by the ONS during the week ending 18 July had Covid antibodies, up slightly from 92% a fortnight before.

Antibodies are evidence of a past infection with Covid - or having received at least one dose of the vaccine.

In England, 94% of people tested by the ONS during the week ending 18 July had antibodies to Covid, compared to 92% a fortnight before.

In Wales the figure was 93%, the same as a fortnight ago. In Northern Ireland it was 91%, up slightly from 90%.

In Scotland it was 93%, up from 89%.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/04/21 at 4:23 am

I just can't believe you have to now show your vaccine card in order to enter a restaurant now, What decade am I living in?  ::)

Subject: China reports highest cases since January

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/21 at 6:05 am

Over in China, authorities have recorded the highest number of locally transmitted Covid cases since January, as some cities step up their restrictions, cut commercial travel and boost their testing schemes.

On 3 August, China reported 71 new locally transmitted cases - the largest since 30 January - although it was not immediately clear how many involved the Delta variant.

The number of cases has increased for the last five consecutive days.

China now has 144 areas deemed to be high or medium-risk - the most since the peak of its epidemic in spring 2020.

Most cities have yet to impose strict citywide lockdowns, but a few have limited some movements, including on planes, buses, trains and taxis.

In Wuhan, where the virus first emerged in late 2019, officials are testing all of the city's 12 million residents after uncovering the first locally transmitted infections since mid-2020.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 08/04/21 at 6:17 am


I just can't believe you have to now show your vaccine card in order to enter a restaurant now, What decade am I living in?  ::)


It’s the 2020’s. I hear there’s a pandemic or something.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Van-Tam to lead vaccine briefing at 15:30

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/21 at 9:10 am

Downing Street has confirmed there will be a live news conference at 15:30 BST, which is expected to reveal the decision by the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation on vaccines for people aged 16 and 17.

As well as the JCVI's Covid-19 chairman Prof Wei Shen Lim, the news conference will feature Prof Jonathan Van-Tam, deputy chief medical officer, and Dr June Raine from the Medicines and Healthcare products regulatory agency.

Subject: Covid: All 16 and 17-year-olds to be offered jab in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/21 at 10:01 am



It has since been announced that students are encouraged to get vaccinated, but I don’t think they will insist on it.

All 16 and 17-year-olds in the UK should be offered a first dose of the Covid jab, the UK's vaccine experts have recommended.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-58091693

Subject: Re: Covid: All 16 and 17-year-olds to be offered jab in the UK

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 08/04/21 at 10:18 am


All 16 and 17-year-olds in the UK should be offered a first dose of the Covid jab, the UK's vaccine experts have recommended.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-58091693


I think if we want more people to get vaccinated, it needs to stop being called a "jab". It is extremely unpleasant sounding and makes it more painful sounding than it actually is. Nobody wants to be "jabbed". Although this term is used far more in the UK than here in the US, I notice it's usage on the rise here too, although generally in a colloquial manner. Call it an inoculation or something, but we need to do away with "jab".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 08/04/21 at 10:19 am


I just can't believe you have to now show your vaccine card in order to enter a restaurant now, What decade am I living in?  ::)


What is the other decade you are referring to when one had to show a vaccine card to get into a restaurant? I don't get it.  ???

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/21 at 10:47 am

A further 29,312 coronavirus cases have been recorded in the UK and another 119 deaths within 28 days of a positive test, according to the latest government figures.

The latest coronavirus data from the UK government also shows more than 46.9m people - or 88.7% of UK adults - have had a first vaccine dose and of those more than 38.7m - or 73.2% of the adult population - have had a second.

Subject: Re: Covid: All 16 and 17-year-olds to be offered jab in the UK

Written By: karen on 08/04/21 at 12:25 pm


I think if we want more people to get vaccinated, it needs to stop being called a "jab". It is extremely unpleasant sounding and makes it more painful sounding than it actually is. Nobody wants to be "jabbed". Although this term is used far more in the UK than here in the US, I notice it's usage on the rise here too, although generally in a colloquial manner. Call it an inoculation or something, but we need to do away with "jab".


I agree with this.

When I am in the vaccine centre on the front door checking appointments I ask if they have an appointment for the vaccine. Makes me cringe slightly when I hear others ask “are you here for your jab?”

Edited to add: is the American term jag as opposed to jab?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/21 at 12:28 pm


I agree with this.

When I am in the vaccine centre on the front door checking appointments I ask if they have an appointment for the vaccine. Makes me cringe slightly when I hear others ask “are you here for your jab?”
For me it has always been 'jab', i.e. flu-jab. Would inoculation be a better word for it?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 08/04/21 at 12:30 pm


For me it has always been 'jab', i.e. flu-jab. Would inoculation be a better word for it?


I think if you want to get technical it depends on how it works in your body. I can’t recall the exact differences between vaccination and inoculation

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/04/21 at 3:01 pm


It’s the 2020’s. I hear there’s a pandemic or something.


Yes I know that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/04/21 at 3:03 pm


What is the other decade you are referring to when one had to show a vaccine card to get into a restaurant? I don't get it.  ???

The 19th Century?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/21 at 3:05 pm


The 19th Century?  ???
Are you trying to reflect on the Spanish Flu pandemic of 1918?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/04/21 at 3:36 pm


Are you trying to reflect on the Spanish Flu pandemic of 1918?

Didn't they show vaccine cards 100 years ago?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/04/21 at 3:44 pm


Didn't they show vaccine cards 100 years ago?
Items similar to vaccine cards first appeared around 1935, I will back up the details tomorrow.

Subject: France moves to amber list in latest travel rule changes

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/21 at 3:49 am

France - which had been a concern due to the Covid Beta variant - will move from amber-plus to the amber list, meaning fully vaccinated arrivals won't have to quarantine. Bahrain, India, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates also move to amber. Spain remains in that category while seven nations including Germany will be added to the green list. Mexico is one of four countries that will go to the red list. These are part of widespread changes to travel rules which come into effect at 04:00 BST on Sunday for anyone returning to England. The rules have also been adopted by Scotland and Northern Ireland but Wales is still considering the changes

Subject: Fifth of England's Covid hospital cases aged 18-34

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/21 at 4:56 am

One in five people being admitted to hospital in England with Covid is aged between 18 and 34, the new chief executive of NHS England has said.

In her first major interview, Amanda Pritchard told the BBC that about 1,000 young adults were currently "really unwell" in hospital.

She said it was "so important" people came forward to get vaccinated.

She added the level of young adults being admitted to hospital was four times higher than the peak last winter.

About 5.5% of those in hospital during the winter surge were young adults.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/8/5/c55319ad-030c-443e-8a91-6920116547f3.png

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-58095503

Subject: Tokyo hits new Covid case record

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/21 at 6:15 am

Authorities in the Japanese capital have reported another record number of cases, as the Olympic games continue amid a state of emergency.

Officials said 5,042 new infections were confirmed, topping the previous record of 4,166 cases set just a day earlier.

Tokyo has recorded 236,138 infections to date, the most of any of Japan's 47 prefectures.

Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga, together with Olympic organisers, has insisted there is no correlation between the Olympic games and the rise in Covid infections.

To ease the burden on frontline services, Japan's government recently introduced a contentious policy to allow hospital care only for those with severe Covid symptoms. People with moderate symptoms are instead being asked to isolate at home.

But critics, including some members of Japan's governing party, say this policy risks the lives of those who live at home without adequate care.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest developments in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/21 at 7:58 am

Here are the latest UK headlines:

# Fully vaccinated passengers returning to England, Scotland and Northern Ireland from France will no longer need to quarantine after Sunday.

# Meanwhile, up to 6,000 people are scrambling to get home from Mexico after transport secretary Grant Shapps announced the country is moving to the red list from 04:00 BST on Sunday.

# The number of COVID-19 app alerts fell significantly in England and Wales in the last week of July, official statistics show. Nearly 396,000 people were pinged, compared with the previous week's record of 690,129 - a fall of 43%.

# One in five people in hospital in England with Covid is aged between 18 and 34, the new NHS England boss has told the BBC.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/05/21 at 1:35 pm

Can showing your vaccine card get you a free meal at a restaurant?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: andersenb11775 on 08/05/21 at 8:45 pm

There’s always an ••••••• who takes advantage of a crisis - https://au.yahoo.com/news/tradie-charged-fraud-faking-covid-result-avoid-work-003218475.html

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest developments in the UK

Written By: nally on 08/05/21 at 11:24 pm


Can showing your vaccine card get you a free meal at a restaurant?

I'm not sure.

It may depend on whatever region you're in.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/21 at 4:03 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/1474A/production/_119868738_uk_card_with_vax_2doses_09aug-nc.png

Subject: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/21 at 9:59 am

More than 75% of UK adults have now received two Covid jabs, the government has said.

A total of 39,688,566 people have now received both doses, while another 7 million have only had a single dose, according to the latest figures.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-58162318

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/10/21 at 12:08 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/4982/production/_119881881_uk_card_with_vax_2doses_10aug-nc.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: nally on 08/10/21 at 8:13 pm


More than 75% of UK adults have now received two Covid jabs, the government has said.

A total of 39,688,566 people have now received both doses, while another 7 million have only had a single dose, according to the latest figures.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-58162318

Sounds like a step in the right direction, over there. O0

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Main stories in the UK today

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/21 at 3:53 am

Here are the main stories this morning:

# Judging whether to give teenagers a Covid jab is a "delicate balance", a member of the UK government's Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation says

# Prof Adam Finn says the rollout is moving "cautiously" down through the age groups, with 16 and 17-year-olds in the UK now invited to get their first dose

# Facebook has removed hundreds of accounts which it says were involved in anti-vax disinformation campaigns operated from Russia

# Meanwhile, Sky News Australia has removed dozens of videos from its websites, after YouTube suspended the channel for spreading Covid misinformation

# Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a vocal critic of Covid restrictions, has said the US state can withhold salaries from school leaders who make masks mandatory for pupils.

Subject: Covid: Stevie Nicks cancels US performances to 'keep healthy'

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/21 at 7:55 am

Singer Stevie Nicks has cancelled all of her gigs for the rest of the year due to rising Covid cases in the US.

The 73-year-old Fleetwood Mac and solo star had been due to perform at events in Colorado, California and Texas.

"My primary goal is to keep healthy so I can continue singing for the next decade or longer," she said.

America is currently averaging more than 100,000 new cases a day for the first time since February, due to the Delta variant of the virus.

"These are challenging times with challenging decisions that have to be made," the singer explained in a statement.

"I want everyone to be safe and healthy and the rising Covid cases should be of concern to all of us."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-58169510

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/11/21 at 11:34 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/13B31/production/_119898608_uk_card_with_vax_2doses_11aug-nc.png

New daily cases show slight increase
After falling over recent weeks, the average number of daily confirmed cases is now showing signs of a small rise. A further 29,612 confirmed cases in the UK were announced on Wednesday, but, because of a technical issue, the figure did not include numbers from Wales.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/16241/production/_119898609_optimised-uk_daily_cases_with_ra_11aug-nc.png

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: violet_shy on 08/11/21 at 1:29 pm

We are right back where we started with this Covid variant. ::)

People don't listen! Some people refuse to get the vaccine or wear a mask.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/11/21 at 3:20 pm


We are right back where we started with this Covid variant. ::)

People don't listen! Some people refuse to get the vaccine or wear a mask.  ::)

This Delta variant will not go away anytime soon cause the COVID rate has increased in New York. :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 08/11/21 at 8:06 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/13B31/production/_119898608_uk_card_with_vax_2doses_11aug-nc.png

New daily cases show slight increase
After falling over recent weeks, the average number of daily confirmed cases is now showing signs of a small rise. A further 29,612 confirmed cases in the UK were announced on Wednesday, but, because of a technical issue, the figure did not include numbers from Wales.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/16241/production/_119898609_optimised-uk_daily_cases_with_ra_11aug-nc.png


:o

Subject: Re: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: nally on 08/11/21 at 8:07 pm


We are right back where we started with this Covid variant. ::)

People don't listen! Some people refuse to get the vaccine or wear a mask.  ::)

Even after strong urging from the experts.



This Delta variant will not go away anytime soon cause the COVID rate has increased in New York. :(

Probably due to people there not doing what they should be doing. ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: Howard on 08/12/21 at 7:07 am


Even after strong urging from the experts.

Probably due to people there not doing what they should be doing. ::)


I'm hoping in the next year or so that no one will ever have to wear masks ever again and we can put this thing behind us.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: nally on 08/12/21 at 11:45 pm


I'm hoping in the next year or so that no one will ever have to wear masks ever again and we can put this thing behind us.

I'm sure most people hope that we can put the whole thing behind us as soon as possible. Part of the problem is, too many people are too anxious and/or acting like it's no big deal or something (and that's kinda sad).

Subject: Re: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 08/13/21 at 1:14 am


I'm sure most people hope that we can put the whole thing behind us as soon as possible. Part of the problem is, too many people are too anxious and/or acting like it's no big deal or something (and that's kinda sad).


According to the Chief Medical Officer of Canada, Dr. Teressa Tham Canada is now entering a fourth wave of COVID.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: Howard on 08/13/21 at 4:28 am


I'm sure most people hope that we can put the whole thing behind us as soon as possible. Part of the problem is, too many people are too anxious and/or acting like it's no big deal or something (and that's kinda sad).


And being anti-maskers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: nally on 08/13/21 at 8:03 pm


According to the Chief Medical Officer of Canada, Dr. Teressa Tham Canada is now entering a fourth wave of COVID.

Scary. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 08/16/21 at 12:34 pm


Scary. :o


Isn't it though?

Subject: Re: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: nally on 08/16/21 at 8:01 pm


Isn't it though?

Yes. Indeed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/17/21 at 7:00 am

Now the news is reporting that people need to get another booster shot cause of the Delta virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: nally on 08/17/21 at 8:07 pm


Now the news is reporting that people need to get another booster shot cause of the Delta virus.

Yes, I've heard on the news that the Booster shot is being developed, and that a person can get it when 8 months have elapsed since their second dose of the original vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna).


So for me, I won't be eligible for the booster until January 2022. :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: wagonman76 on 08/17/21 at 10:31 pm


Yes, I've heard on the news that the Booster shot is being developed, and that a person can get it when 8 months have elapsed since their second dose of the original vaccine (Pfizer or Moderna).


So for me, I won't be eligible for the booster until January 2022. :-\\


Wonder about the timeline if you got the J&J like I did.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: nally on 08/17/21 at 11:01 pm


Wonder about the timeline if you got the J&J like I did.

Both of mine were Pfizer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: More than 75% of UK adults now double-jabbed

Written By: Howard on 08/18/21 at 4:19 am


Both of mine were Pfizer.

Mine was Pfizer too.

Subject: Covid-19: California counties mandating indoor mask requirements

Written By: nally on 08/21/21 at 2:12 pm

Not sure how many of ya'll around the world (or in the States for that matter) have mask mandates reinstated, but I do know that where I live, in southern California, are requiring people to wear facemasks inside places where people gather, as well as public outdoor spaces.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: California counties mandating indoor mask requirements

Written By: kr37 on 08/21/21 at 7:48 pm


Not sure how many of ya'll around the world (or in the States for that matter) have mask mandates reinstated, but I do know that where I live, in southern California, are requiring people to wear facemasks inside places where people gather, as well as public outdoor spaces.


I don't think there's a statewide mask mandate here, though they are required by most businesses and some towns/cities. There were a few weeks where masks weren't required this summer.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: California counties mandating indoor mask requirements

Written By: nally on 08/21/21 at 7:50 pm


I don't think there's a statewide mask mandate here, though they are required by most businesses and some towns/cities. There were a few weeks where masks weren't required this summer.

What state are you in?

Subject: Re: Covid-19: California counties mandating indoor mask requirements

Written By: kr37 on 08/21/21 at 8:00 pm


What state are you in?


I don't like to be too specific online, but luckily I live in one of the states that has had the fewest cases during the pandemic. I just looked it up, and we don't have a mask mandate, though almost every business requires masks now. I actually live near a state border, and I think that state has the same rules currently.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: California counties mandating indoor mask requirements

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 08/21/21 at 8:24 pm


Not sure how many of ya'll around the world (or in the States for that matter) have mask mandates reinstated, but I do know that where I live, in southern California, are requiring people to wear facemasks inside places where people gather, as well as public outdoor spaces.


We here in Ontario never lifted our mask mandates.  We won't lift our mask mandates for a long time to come or until Dr. Tham says it's okay to lift them.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: California counties mandating indoor mask requirements

Written By: nally on 08/21/21 at 11:49 pm


I don't like to be too specific online, but luckily I live in one of the states that has had the fewest cases during the pandemic. I just looked it up, and we don't have a mask mandate, though almost every business requires masks now. I actually live near a state border, and I think that state has the same rules currently.

That's fair enough.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: California counties mandating indoor mask requirements

Written By: nally on 08/21/21 at 11:51 pm


We here in Ontario never lifted our mask mandates.  We won't lift our mask mandates for a long time to come or until Dr. Tham says it's okay to lift them.

Okay. That makes perfect sense.

I just know that I remember when CA first lifted them in mid-June, the social distancing guidelines were also lifted. Then came the Delta Variant, which prompted mask mandates to be reinstated.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: California counties mandating indoor mask requirements

Written By: Howard on 08/22/21 at 7:18 am


Not sure how many of ya'll around the world (or in the States for that matter) have mask mandates reinstated, but I do know that where I live, in southern California, are requiring people to wear facemasks inside places where people gather, as well as public outdoor spaces.

We still have mask mandates in most public places and public transportation.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: California counties mandating indoor mask requirements

Written By: nally on 08/22/21 at 11:09 am


We still have mask mandates in most public places and public transportation.

which makes sense, since New York is also a densely populated area.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: California counties mandating indoor mask requirements

Written By: Howard on 08/22/21 at 1:16 pm


which makes sense, since New York is also a densely populated area.

So who even knows when this mask mandate will be over.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: California counties mandating indoor mask requirements

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 08/22/21 at 1:18 pm


So who even knows when this mask mandate will be over.


Is that a question or a statement?

Subject: Re: Covid-19: California counties mandating indoor mask requirements

Written By: Howard on 08/22/21 at 1:34 pm


Is that a question or a statement?

statement.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/23/21 at 12:45 pm

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 679,665 tests reported on 22 August 2021. This shows a decrease of -2.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 16 August 2021 and 22 August 2021, there have been 5,149,196 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

31,914 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 23 August 2021.

Between 17 August 2021 and 23 August 2021, 230,867 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 13.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

47,690,741 people had been given a first dose by the end of 22 August 2021.

41,810,753 people had been given a second dose by the end of 22 August 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

948 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 17 August 2021.

Between 11 August 2021 and 17 August 2021, 5,869 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 6.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,441 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 19 August 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 928 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 19 August 2021.

Deaths
There were 40 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 23 August 2021.

Between 17 August 2021 and 23 August 2021, there have been 701 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 12.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid cases: This summer compared with last

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/21 at 12:46 am

This time last year, the UK was slowly taking its first small steps into what would become the second wave of Covid-19.

That led to tighter local restrictions and, ultimately, lockdowns across all the nations, which didn't start to unravel until late spring 2021.

Case numbers now are more than 30 times higher than at the same point last year and are showing signs of climbing again.

So what does this all mean and where might we be heading?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-58281664

Subject: Re: Covid cases: This summer compared with last

Written By: Howard on 08/24/21 at 6:59 am


This time last year, the UK was slowly taking its first small steps into what would become the second wave of Covid-19.

That led to tighter local restrictions and, ultimately, lockdowns across all the nations, which didn't start to unravel until late spring 2021.

Case numbers now are more than 30 times higher than at the same point last year and are showing signs of climbing again.

So what does this all mean and where might we be heading?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-58281664

I'm afraid to find out.  :(

Subject: Boardmasters: 4,700 Covid cases 'may be linked' to Newquay festival

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/21 at 7:26 am

More than 4,000 Covid cases could have links to a music and surfing festival, with more expected in the coming days.

Cornwall Council said 4,700 cases may be linked to the Boardmasters event between 11 and 15 August.

About 50,000 people attended the festival in and around Newquay, which now has the three neighbourhoods with the highest infection rates in England.

Cornwall's public health team said: "We won't know the complete picture for another few days."

About 800 of those positive cases are people who live in Cornwall.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-58309660

Subject: Covid in Scotland: Warning over restrictions as cases hit new high

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/21 at 10:02 am

Nicola Sturgeon has said she cannot rule out the reintroduction of some Covid restrictions as the number of daily cases reached a record high.

The first minister said the country was at another "fragile and pivotal moment" in the pandemic.

She said she hopes not to have to reintroduce restrictions, and that if this happened they would be as limited and proportionate as possible.

A total of 4,323 new cases were reported on Tuesday.

The previous highest level was during the summer wave in early July, when the number of daily cases peaked at 4,234.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-58315956

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/21 at 11:03 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 741,817 tests reported on 23 August 2021. This shows a decrease of -1.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 17 August 2021 and 23 August 2021, there have been 5,191,547 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

30,838 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 24 August 2021.

Between 18 August 2021 and 24 August 2021, 234,853 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 13.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

47,737,142 people had been given a first dose by the end of 23 August 2021.

41,942,036 people had been given a second dose by the end of 23 August 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

858 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 20 August 2021.

Between 14 August 2021 and 20 August 2021, 6,089 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 9.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,934 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 23 August 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 942 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 23 August 2021.

Deaths
There were 174 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 24 August 2021.

Between 18 August 2021 and 24 August 2021, there have been 705 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 8.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid cases: This summer compared with last

Written By: nally on 08/24/21 at 8:06 pm


I'm afraid to find out.  :(

Of course, a year ago, no one was vaccinated yet...

Subject: Re: Covid cases: This summer compared with last

Written By: Howard on 08/25/21 at 4:20 am


Of course, a year ago, no one was vaccinated yet...

I wonder what the percentage now compared to last year around this time?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/21 at 4:46 am


I wonder what the percentage now compared to last year around this time?
Did you read the above report?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New Zealand reports another 62 cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/21 at 4:51 am

New Zealand - which had no community transmission for much of the year - has recorded another 62 community cases, another high for 2021.

All of New Zealand will remain at the highest lockdown - Level 4 - until 11:59pm on Friday 27 August, with a review on Friday.

Auckland will remain at Level 4 until 11:59pm on Tuesday 31 August 2021, with a review on Monday.

"It's too soon to throw in the towel. We’ve come this far – it would be an absolute waste for us to give up on this now," Covid-19 Response Minister Chris Hipkins said at a news conference.

"You will see changes in the medium term and in the way we manage the border.

"We do want to get to the point where lockdowns are not the answer to potential outbreaks in the community. But we are not there yet.”

Subject: Coronavirus origins: US intelligence report 'inconclusive'

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/21 at 7:15 am

A US intelligence report requested by President Biden into the origins of the coronavirus pandemic is inconclusive, US media reports say.

Agencies are reportedly divided on whether the virus - first seen in China - was the result of a natural spillover from animal to human or was caused by a laboratory accident.

An summary of the report is expected to be published in the coming days.

The pandemic has claimed more than four million lives around the world.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-58329980

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Japan extends Covid measures

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/21 at 8:15 am

Japan has decided to extend a virus state of emergency to eight more regions as rising coronavirus infections put hospitals under pressure.

It comes a day after the opening ceremony for the Paralympics, which runs until 5 September, was held in Tokyo.

"Maintaining the health system is the top priority to protect the lives of citizens," Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga said after announcing the extension.

Months of emergency curbs in the capital, Tokyo, and surrounding areas have failed to reverse a surge in infections and about 90% of the city's critical care beds are occupied.

Japan, which reported 21,561 new cases and 30 deaths on Tuesday, will expand the states of emergency from Friday, taking the total to 21 regions - from Hokkaido in the north to the southern island of Okinawa - and covering nearly 80% of its population.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/21 at 10:21 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 748,739 tests reported on 24 August 2021. This shows a decrease of -0.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 18 August 2021 and 24 August 2021, there have been 5,211,973 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

35,847 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 25 August 2021.

Between 19 August 2021 and 25 August 2021, 236,796 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 12.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

47,792,552 people had been given a first dose by the end of 24 August 2021.

42,072,712 people had been given a second dose by the end of 24 August 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

859 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 21 August 2021.

Between 15 August 2021 and 21 August 2021, 6,172 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 9.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,874 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 24 August 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 957 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 24 August 2021.

Deaths
There were 149 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 25 August 2021.

Between 19 August 2021 and 25 August 2021, there have been 743 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 13.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid-19: NHS England prepares jabs plan for 12-15 year-olds

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/21 at 3:17 am

NHS organisations in England have been told to prepare for a possible extension of the Covid vaccination programme to all 12 to 15-year-olds.

Any change to the rollout next month will be dependant on a recommendation from experts on the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI).

Jab offers in this age group only now go to people living with a vulnerable adult or certain health conditions.

The Department of Health said no decisions had been made.

But it confirmed that planning for a range of scenarios was taking place to ensure all eventualities were prepared for.

Earlier this month, the JCVI advised that all 16 and 17 year olds should be given a first dose of a vaccine. Unlike older age groups, no second dose is being scheduled.

The committee, which advises all four UK nations, has not made its final decision on whether the 12 to 15-year-old age group should be vaccinated.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-58338481

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Main stories today in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/21 at 3:45 am

# Secondary pupils in England are being urged to get tested ahead of the new term, as the government launches a campaign to reassure parents and children it is safe to return to school

# The NHS has temporarily stopped some blood testing or certain conditions due to shortages of collection tubes driven by demand for Covid tests

# Two Conservative MPs are calling for the £20-per-week increase in Universal Credit payments, introduced during the pandemic, to be made permanent

# Japan has suspended the use of about 1.63 million doses of the Moderna vaccine because of contamination.

Subject: Waning immunity and rising cases - time to worry?

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/21 at 8:52 am

In the UK, a month ago, coronavirus cases were falling and the lifting of nearly all restrictions looked like it had been a success.

But just weeks later, infections levels are rising again, with more than 30,000 new cases being confirmed each day, and there is growing evidence immunity through vaccination is waning.

So how worried should we be?

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/8/26/289255cc-ffa7-4ea8-8425-6fb0d2d2964e.png

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/21 at 11:02 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 923,845 tests reported on 25 August 2021. This shows an increase of 2.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 19 August 2021 and 25 August 2021, there have been 5,327,583 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

38,281 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 26 August 2021.

Between 20 August 2021 and 26 August 2021, 238,505 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 11.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

47,860,628 people had been given a first dose by the end of 25 August 2021.

42,234,417 people had been given a second dose by the end of 25 August 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

818 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 22 August 2021.

Between 16 August 2021 and 22 August 2021, 6,186 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 8.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,906 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 25 August 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 974 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 25 August 2021.

Deaths
There were 140 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 26 August 2021.

Between 20 August 2021 and 26 August 2021, there have been 770 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 14.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Waning immunity and rising cases - time to worry?

Written By: Howard on 08/26/21 at 2:17 pm


In the UK, a month ago, coronavirus cases were falling and the lifting of nearly all restrictions looked like it had been a success.

But just weeks later, infections levels are rising again, with more than 30,000 new cases being confirmed each day, and there is growing evidence immunity through vaccination is waning.

So how worried should we be?

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/8/26/289255cc-ffa7-4ea8-8425-6fb0d2d2964e.png

New York has the very same thing, we had it lowered then it rose back up again. :(

Subject: Re: Waning immunity and rising cases - time to worry?

Written By: nally on 08/26/21 at 11:54 pm


New York has the very same thing, we had it lowered then it rose back up again. :(

I'm sure it's like that (in one way or another) for California as well.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What is happening in Australia

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/21 at 4:42 am

New South Wales, where Sydney is the capital, saw a slight drop in Covid cases on Friday with 882 new infections - but still close to the record 1,029 seen on Thursday, Reuters reports.

The regional lockdown has been extended, with all of New South Wales under stay-at-home orders until at least 23:59 on 10 September.

Residents must stay at home unless they have a reasonable excuse to leave, which includes buying food or other goods locally, going to work or a place of education, exercise within 5km of your home, or for medical or caring reasons.

People cannot have visitors in their home from outside their household, including family and friends.

Meanwhile, there will be new freedoms for fully vaccinated people from next month after NSW's government said it hit its target of administering 6 million jabs.

The lockdown in Sydney had already been extended until at least the end of September, with a curfew for the city's worst-hit suburbs.

Subject: New Zealand lockdown extended to curb Delta spread - Ardern

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/21 at 5:55 am

New Zealand's national lockdown will be extended until the end of the month, with regions south of Auckland being downgraded to level 3 after that date, prime minister Jacinda Ardern says.

Ardern says it is likely Auckland and Northland will remain under full lockdown for another two weeks, with a review due on Monday.

New Zealand has reported 70 new Covid cases today, with a total of 347 active cases in the community, driven by the highly contagious Delta variant.

Referring to the latest infection data, Ardern tells a news conference: "We may be seeing the beginning of a plateau in cases. Our job is to keep up the hard work in order to bend and then flatten that curve.

"We are doing really well and we have evidence that what we are doing is working, but caution is still required."

She adds that Auckland will likely remain under lockdown in order to "get Delta under control and reopen fully and safely".

"We simply can't do that if we still have a lot of Delta circulating in the community," Ardern says.

"To move safely down we will need to be confident we have stamped it out and have cases contained and isolated."

Subject: Most UK adults think masks and distancing still important

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/21 at 8:26 am

A high proportion of adults in the UK surveyed by the ONS between 18 and 22 August still think measures to slow the spread of coronavirus are important.

These measures include wearing a face covering (88%) and socially distancing from others not in their household (86%).

Some 90% say they wear face coverings when outside their home and 45% say they always or often maintain social distancing, according to the latest ONS social impact survey.

The number of people meeting up indoors (68%) and outdoors (65%) with others outside their household rose from 47% indoors and 58% outdoors in the equivalent survey before all restrictions ended - when people answered between 14 and 18 July.

However, these numbers stayed relatively stable compared with last week - when the figures were 69% indoors and 67% outdoors.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/21 at 10:27 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 948,488 tests reported on 26 August 2021. This shows an increase of 4.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 20 August 2021 and 26 August 2021, there have been 5,453,294 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

38,046 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 27 August 2021.

Between 21 August 2021 and 27 August 2021, 239,237 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 9.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

47,915,768 people had been given a first dose by the end of 26 August 2021.

42,379,353 people had been given a second dose by the end of 26 August 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

948 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 23 August 2021.

Between 17 August 2021 and 23 August 2021, 6,275 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 7.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,942 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 26 August 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 982 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 26 August 2021.

Deaths
There were 100 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 27 August 2021.

Between 21 August 2021 and 27 August 2021, there have been 756 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 9.9% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Hundreds who went to Bloodstock festival test positive for Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/27/21 at 10:29 am

Hundreds of people who attended a heavy metal music festival in Derbyshire have tested positive for Covid-19, health officials say.

Bloodstock took place on 11 to 15 August near the village of Walton-on-Trent, in Derbyshire.

Local public health officials confirmed about 500 people from across the country had "attended the festival prior to testing positive".

Iain Little, Derbyshire County Council's deputy director of public health, says there did not appear to be any rises in infections locally as most people had stayed on the festival site.

He adds: "Our public health team was involved in planning for the event with South Derbyshire District Council, and were happy that the festival organisers were following best practice and national guidance."

This year's festival attracted 20,000 people - its largest attendance ever - after having to move online last year because of the pandemic.

Rachael Greenfield, Bloodstock festival director, says organisers had done "everything in their power" to lessen the risks and went "above and beyond" government Covid guidance.

She says while there was "no guarantee" all the cases derived from the event, it was "impossible" to completely remove the risk of infection.

Subject: Delta patients twice as likely to need hospital

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/21 at 9:03 am

People are twice as likely to need hospital care if they are sick with Delta variant of Covid, rather than the Alpha, or Kent, variant which was previously common in the UK. That's according to data from England suggests which has been published in the Lancet medical journal. Experts say this reinforces why it is important to be fully jabbed, with vaccination cutting the risk of serious illness from either variant.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/21 at 11:15 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 948,488 tests reported on 26 August 2021. This shows an increase of 4.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 20 August 2021 and 26 August 2021, there have been 5,453,294 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

32,406 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 28 August 2021.

Between 22 August 2021 and 28 August 2021, 239,585 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 8.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

47,958,928 people had been given a first dose by the end of 27 August 2021.

42,507,601 people had been given a second dose by the end of 27 August 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

969 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 24 August 2021.

Between 18 August 2021 and 24 August 2021, 6,294 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 6.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,942 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 26 August 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 982 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 26 August 2021.

Deaths
There were 133 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 28 August 2021.

Between 22 August 2021 and 28 August 2021, there have been 785 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 12.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Delta patients twice as likely to need hospital

Written By: nally on 08/28/21 at 1:38 pm


People are twice as likely to need hospital care if they are sick with Delta variant of Covid, rather than the Alpha, or Kent, variant which was previously common in the UK. That's according to data from England suggests which has been published in the Lancet medical journal. Experts say this reinforces why it is important to be fully jabbed, with vaccination cutting the risk of serious illness from either variant.

And in the States, I am already fully "jabbed" (or vaccinated, as we Yanks say); there has also been talk of a third vaccine or booster shot.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/28/21 at 1:52 pm


And in the States, I am already fully "jabbed" (or vaccinated, as we Yanks say); there has also been talk of a third vaccine or booster shot.
In the UK, there has been the suggestion of a further jab, for the effects of the two vaccine shot wears off after six months. I am ready for my third jab.

Subject: Re: Delta patients twice as likely to need hospital

Written By: nally on 08/28/21 at 1:58 pm


In the UK, there has been the suggestion of a further jab, for the effects of the two vaccine shot wears off after six months. I am ready for my third jab.

And I think in the States, some people are going to be ready for it as well.

Since I got my second vaccine in May, I would probably need my third one in November. I'll have to look into that.

Subject: Re: Delta patients twice as likely to need hospital

Written By: Howard on 08/29/21 at 7:08 am


And I think in the States, some people are going to be ready for it as well.

Since I got my second vaccine in May, I would probably need my third one in November. I'll have to look into that.

Mine should be in November or December.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/21 at 10:46 am


Mine should be in November or December.
I will be informed around October by my doctor to come in for mine.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/29/21 at 10:47 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 948,488 tests reported on 26 August 2021. This shows an increase of 4.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 20 August 2021 and 26 August 2021, there have been 5,453,294 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

33,196 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 29 August 2021.

Between 23 August 2021 and 29 August 2021, 240,528 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 5.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,001,316 people had been given a first dose by the end of 28 August 2021.

42,639,781 people had been given a second dose by the end of 28 August 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

969 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 24 August 2021.

Between 18 August 2021 and 24 August 2021, 6,294 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 6.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,942 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 26 August 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 982 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 26 August 2021.

Deaths
There were 61 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 29 August 2021.

Between 23 August 2021 and 29 August 2021, there have been 797 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 16.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/29/21 at 1:15 pm


I will be informed around October by my doctor to come in for mine.

I'll probably be informed by mail.

Subject: Re: Delta patients twice as likely to need hospital

Written By: nally on 08/29/21 at 10:58 pm


Mine should be in November or December.

Probably mine too, although I'll have to find out for sure.



I'll probably be informed by mail.

I might get informed by mail too, but it could either be snail mail or email.

Subject: First Minister Nicola Sturgeon tests negative for Covid-19

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/21 at 6:08 am

Scotland's first minister has tested negative for Covid-19 after being notified that she had been in close contact with someone with the virus.

Nicola Sturgeon had gone into self-isolation on Sunday after being contact traced by NHS Test and Protect.

However she has now said that her own PCR test has come back negative - meaning she no longer needs to isolate, as she has had two doses of vaccine.

The news came as Scotland hit record high Covid case numbers at the weekend.

National Clinical Director Prof Jason Leitch told the BBC that Ms Sturgeon was "well" and did not have symptoms.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-58361884

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/30/21 at 10:21 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 948,488 tests reported on 26 August 2021. This shows an increase of 4.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 20 August 2021 and 26 August 2021, there have been 5,453,294 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

26,476 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 30 August 2021.

Between 24 August 2021 and 30 August 2021, 235,090 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 1.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,024,928 people had been given a first dose by the end of 29 August 2021.

42,718,652 people had been given a second dose by the end of 29 August 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

969 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 24 August 2021.

Between 18 August 2021 and 24 August 2021, 6,294 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 6.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,942 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 26 August 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 982 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 26 August 2021.

Deaths
There were 48 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 30 August 2021.

Between 24 August 2021 and 30 August 2021, there have been 805 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 14.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/21 at 2:28 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 672,479 tests reported on 30 August 2021. This shows an increase of 8.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 24 August 2021 and 30 August 2021, there have been 5,610,872 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

32,181 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 31 August 2021.

Between 25 August 2021 and 31 August 2021, 236,433 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 0.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,048,009 people had been given a first dose by the end of 30 August 2021.

42,790,585 people had been given a second dose by the end of 30 August 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

901 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 27 August 2021.

Between 21 August 2021 and 27 August 2021, 6,479 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 6.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,015 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 27 August 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 988 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 27 August 2021.

Deaths
There were 50 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 31 August 2021.

Between 25 August 2021 and 31 August 2021, there have been 681 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -3.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: andersenb11775 on 09/01/21 at 2:59 am

Liberty University, the Falwells’ mega-school in Lynchburg, VA, is going online for a “temporary mitigation period.” You will be shocked to learn the university does not require vaccinations. Or perhaps you won’t be. Because, can’t cure ••••••••••

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/21 at 3:25 am


Liberty University, the Falwells’ mega-school in Lynchburg, VA, is going online for a “temporary mitigation period.” You will be shocked to learn the university does not require vaccinations. Or perhaps you won’t be. Because, can’t cure ••••••••••
Most university students in the UK are still not on campus.

Subject: WHO monitoring another variant of virus

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/21 at 5:41 am

A new coronavirus variant, named after the Greek letter Mu, has been designated a variant of interest by the World Health Organization.

Also known as B.1.621, it was first identified in Colombia and cases have been recorded in South America and Europe.

The WHO says it has mutations that may make it more resistant to vaccines, like the Beta variant which spread widely in South Africa, but it adds more research is needed.

There have been "sporadic reports" of cases of the Mu variant since January, with some larger outbreaks, the WHO says.

Globally, it makes up less than 0.1% of cases, but in Colombia the prevalence is 39% and in Ecuador 13%.

Four variants of concern have been designated by the WHO - Alpha, Beta, Gamma and Delta - while Mu is the fifth variant of interest, which is a lower level of alert.

It comes after scientists in South Africa said they were monitoring another new variant with multiple mutations, called C.1.2. But it has not yet been designated a variant of interest or concern.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 09/01/21 at 10:05 am

Got my second shot of Biontech today. 8)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/21 at 10:06 am


Got my second shot of Biontech today. 8)
O0

Don't forget if you arm is painful do take a painkiller.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/01/21 at 10:27 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 921,309 tests reported on 31 August 2021. This shows an increase of 11.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 25 August 2021 and 31 August 2021, there have been 5,783,442 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

35,693 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 1 September 2021.

Between 26 August 2021 and 1 September 2021, 236,279 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -0.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,086,605 people had been given a first dose by the end of 31 August 2021.

42,908,022 people had been given a second dose by the end of 31 August 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

842 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 28 August 2021.

Between 22 August 2021 and 28 August 2021, 6,484 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 4.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,598 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 31 August 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 1,014 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 31 August 2021.

Deaths
There were 207 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 1 September 2021.

Between 26 August 2021 and 1 September 2021, there have been 739 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -0.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 09/01/21 at 10:45 am


O0

Don't forget if you arm is painful do take a painkiller.
No need for that. :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 09/01/21 at 3:10 pm


O0

Don't forget if you arm is painful do take a painkiller.


And also try to get some rest too.

Subject: Re: First Minister Nicola Sturgeon tests negative for Covid-19

Written By: nally on 09/01/21 at 8:11 pm


Most university students in the UK are still not on campus.

Some university students in the US might be, according to what I've heard on the news.

Subject: Re: First Minister Nicola Sturgeon tests negative for Covid-19

Written By: nally on 09/01/21 at 8:12 pm


Got my second shot of Biontech today. 8)

WTG O0

Have you had any side effects from it yet? When I got my 2nd vaccination (of the Pfizer), I had fatigue and fever the next day. (Thankfully that was short lived.)

Subject: Re: First Minister Nicola Sturgeon tests negative for Covid-19

Written By: Elor on 09/02/21 at 4:54 am


WTG O0

Have you had any side effects from it yet? When I got my 2nd vaccination (of the Pfizer), I had fatigue and fever the next day. (Thankfully that was short lived.)
I'm feeling a bit weaker than usual but that seems to be getting better as the day progresses.

Subject: Booster jab programme highly likely, says vaccine expert

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/21 at 5:19 am

It is "highly likely" there will be a programme of booster vaccinations, the deputy chair of the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation tells BBC Radio 4's Today programme.

Prof Anthony Harnden says a scientific recommendation is due to be made over the next few weeks and ministers will make the final decision.

There is a lot of "very complicated modelling and data analysis" taking place, he says.

"What we don’t want to do is boost people and then find we have a new variant and we can’t boost them again because we’ve boosted them too soon and those people might not have needed the booster in the first place," he says.

Harnden says the decision last night to give a third dose to a small number of vulnerable patients with suppressed immune systems differed from the booster shots in that this group had not responded to the second dose sufficiently.

The aim was to give them "an insurance policy" and bring their immunity up to the level of everyone else, he says.

The people who will receive a third dose include people with genetic immune conditions, blood cancers, advanced HIV, rheumatoid arthritis patients on immune-suppressing drugs and people who have had immunosuppressant chemotherapy in the last six months.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/21 at 10:06 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,027,203 tests reported on 1 September 2021. This shows an increase of 10.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 26 August 2021 and 1 September 2021, there have been 5,886,800 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

38,154 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 2 September 2021.

Between 27 August 2021 and 2 September 2021, 236,152 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -1.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,131,996 people had been given a first dose by the end of 1 September 2021.

43,023,372 people had been given a second dose by the end of 1 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

848 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 29 August 2021.

Between 23 August 2021 and 29 August 2021, 6,529 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 5.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,596 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 1 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 1,030 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 1 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 178 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 2 September 2021.

Between 27 August 2021 and 2 September 2021, there have been 777 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 0.9% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: What are the symptoms of long Covid?

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/21 at 10:28 am

A new study suggests being fully vaccinated can cut your chance of getting long Covid even if you get a rare breakthrough infection. But what is long Covid?

Guidance for health workers defines long Covid as symptoms lasting for more than 12 weeks which can't be explained by another cause. They can follow a severe or a mild infection.

The NHS says symptoms can include:

# extreme tiredness
# shortness of breath, heart palpitations, chest pain or tightness
# problems with memory and concentration ("brain fog")
# changes to taste and smell
# joint pain

One large study found 200 symptoms affecting 10 organ systems in people with long Covid.

They included hallucinations, insomnia, hearing and vision changes, short-term memory loss and speech and language issues. Others have reported gastro-intestinal and bladder problems, changes to periods and skin conditions.

The severity of symptoms varies, but many have been left unable to perform tasks like showering, grocery shopping and remembering words.

There is currently no test. Instead, doctors diagnose it in people who have had a Covid infection by ruling out other causes.

Read more: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-57833394

Subject: Covid-19: Top Gun and Mission: Impossible films delayed

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/02/21 at 12:35 pm

Tom Cruise's films Top Gun: Maverick and Mission: Impossible 7 have been delayed due to a surge in US Covid-19 cases caused by the Delta variant. Movie studios are concerned that the highly contagious variant will deter cinemagoers. Paramount has pushed the Top Gun sequel back six months to May next year, while Mission: Impossible 7 has been moved from May 2022 to September that year. Both films have been repeatedly delayed because of the pandemic, and production on Mission: Impossible 7 in the UK was halted for two weeks in June due to positive Covid tests within the crew.

Subject: Re: Booster jab programme highly likely, says vaccine expert

Written By: nally on 09/02/21 at 10:29 pm


I'm feeling a bit weaker than usual but that seems to be getting better as the day progresses.

Good to know. Hopefully you'll be better tomorrow. O0

Subject: Re: First Minister Nicola Sturgeon tests negative for Covid-19

Written By: Howard on 09/03/21 at 6:51 am


I'm feeling a bit weaker than usual but that seems to be getting better as the day progresses.

That's wonderful. :)

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/21 at 12:55 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,155,929 tests reported on 2 September 2021. This shows an increase of 11.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 27 August 2021 and 2 September 2021, there have been 6,094,241 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

37,011 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 5 September 2021.

Between 30 August 2021 and 5 September 2021, 249,169 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 3.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,245,337 people had been given a first dose by the end of 4 September 2021.

43,378,193 people had been given a second dose by the end of 4 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

985 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 31 August 2021.

Between 25 August 2021 and 31 August 2021, 6,566 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 3.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,541 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 2 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 1,038 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 2 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 68 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 5 September 2021.

Between 30 August 2021 and 5 September 2021, there have been 792 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -0.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid-19: Brazil and Argentina's World Cup qualifier was abandoned

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/21 at 1:02 am

Brazil and Argentina's World Cup qualifier was abandoned just minutes after kick-off on Sunday after Brazilian health officials objected to the participation of three Argentine players they believe broke quarantine rules.

The visitors walked off the pitch at the Corinthians Arena after the officials came out to stop the game.

The dramatic intervention came hours after Brazil's health authorities had said four England-based players for Argentina had to quarantine.

Although it did not name the four, the players with English Premier League clubs are Emiliano Buendia and Emiliano Martinez of Aston Villa, and Giovani lo Celso and Cristian Romero of Tottenham Hotspur.

Martinez, Lo Celso and Romero all started the game in Sao Paulo.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Pupils return to school amid Covid fears

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/21 at 2:31 am


With no rules on social distancing or wearing face masks, this academic year is a step towards the normality ministers want. Yet as millions of pupils are return to classrooms in England and Wales after the summer holidays fears remain over coronavirus. Scientists warn Covid cases could rise, experts have not recommended jabs for healthy 12 to 15-year-olds and there are more infections compared to last year. But there are measures in place, which head teachers want to be kept under review. However, when Scotland's schools returned there was a faster rise in Covid cases despite social distancing measures staying in place.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New Zealand eases restrictions

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/21 at 3:43 am

All of New Zealand - with the exception of Auckland - will move to lower Covid-19 restrictions from the end of tomorrow.

The decision to move to so-called Level Two came after the 20 new cases identified today were all in Auckland.

People in Auckland will remain subject to the country’s highest lockdown rules (Level Four) until at least next Tuesday, 14 September.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says there is progress being made in New Zealand’s biggest city and a zero Covid policy is still being pursued.

“We’re in sight of elimination but we cannot drop the ball,” she says.

Ardern says the move down to Level Two is a tribute to people’s hard work but warns the country is “not out of the woods”. Schools outside of Auckland will reopen from Thursday, but the broader restrictions are stricter than the Level Two seen before the Delta variant emerged in the community.

Face coverings are mandatory in public indoor areas, indoor venues are allowed a maximum of 50 people, and it is a legal requirement to check in at places such as cafes, restaurants and hairdressers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New Zealand eases restrictions

Written By: Howard on 09/06/21 at 4:29 am


All of New Zealand - with the exception of Auckland - will move to lower Covid-19 restrictions from the end of tomorrow.

The decision to move to so-called Level Two came after the 20 new cases identified today were all in Auckland.

People in Auckland will remain subject to the country’s highest lockdown rules (Level Four) until at least next Tuesday, 14 September.

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says there is progress being made in New Zealand’s biggest city and a zero Covid policy is still being pursued.

“We’re in sight of elimination but we cannot drop the ball,” she says.

Ardern says the move down to Level Two is a tribute to people’s hard work but warns the country is “not out of the woods”. Schools outside of Auckland will reopen from Thursday, but the broader restrictions are stricter than the Level Two seen before the Delta variant emerged in the community.

Face coverings are mandatory in public indoor areas, indoor venues are allowed a maximum of 50 people, and it is a legal requirement to check in at places such as cafes, restaurants and hairdressers.

Are they checking for vaccination cards? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/21 at 4:36 am


Are they checking for vaccination cards? ???
There will be announcement on the the procedure for vaccine passports very soon.

Subject: Covid-19: London Underground records busiest morning since March 2020

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/21 at 9:34 am

We've been reporting how this morning was the first back in classrooms for millions of pupils across England and Wales - and statistics just released by Transport for London (TfL) show just how busy its network has been.

The agency said Monday morning was the busiest start to a weekday on the London underground since March 2020.

There were 831,000 "taps" into the Tube network and 860,000 taps on buses by 10:00 BST.

Ridership figures showed the number of bus passengers was up some 40% and Tube passengers up almost 20% compared to last week's bank holiday.

Numbers are still far behind the pre-pandemic highs, however, with still less than half the number of passengers on the Tube, but TfL says the figures are in line with trends they are seeing.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/06/21 at 11:17 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,038,794 tests reported on 5 September 2021. This shows an increase of 19.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 30 August 2021 and 5 September 2021, there have been 6,763,897 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

41,192 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 6 September 2021.

Between 31 August 2021 and 6 September 2021, 263,885 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 12.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,270,113 people had been given a first dose by the end of 5 September 2021.

43,455,083 people had been given a second dose by the end of 5 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

988 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 31 August 2021.

Between 25 August 2021 and 31 August 2021, 6,573 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 3.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,606 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 3 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 1,034 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 3 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 45 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 6 September 2021.

Between 31 August 2021 and 6 September 2021, there have been 789 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -2.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Brazil and Argentina's World Cup qualifier was abandoned

Written By: nally on 09/06/21 at 3:54 pm


There will be announcement on the the procedure for vaccine passports very soon.

Speaking of passports, I am still awaiting the arrival of my new one. I just had a new photograph taken in July because my current one was expiring this year.

Not that I'm planning to do any travels for the remainder of this year (which I'm not, due to the virus variants still being out there), but when it does arrive, then I'll be good to go.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 09/07/21 at 1:08 am

Not surprising there has been more tests reported in the U.K. recently. All schools were required to offer in school testing I believe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/07/21 at 5:00 am


Not surprising there has been more tests reported in the U.K. recently. All schools were required to offer in school testing I believe.
Is there enough testing kits to cater for all the schools?

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Brazil and Argentina's World Cup qualifier was abandoned

Written By: Howard on 09/07/21 at 7:38 am


Speaking of passports, I am still awaiting the arrival of my new one. I just had a new photograph taken in July because my current one was expiring this year.

Not that I'm planning to do any travels for the remainder of this year (which I'm not, due to the virus variants still being out there), but when it does arrive, then I'll be good to go.

I got my passport and I took a picture of it, sorted it away in my folder for later use.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 09/07/21 at 1:52 pm


Is there enough testing kits to cater for all the schools?


We had plenty. I am not sure of the exact arrangements, but nhs test and trace issue them based on numbers on roll.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Brazil and Argentina's World Cup qualifier was abandoned

Written By: nally on 09/07/21 at 9:39 pm


I got my passport and I took a picture of it, sorted it away in my folder for later use.

I haven't photographed my passport. Haven't felt a need to. (Am I missing something here?)

In all seriousness, though, I am still waiting for my new one. (Like I said, it was set to expire this year.) It should be delivered to me (hopefully) sometime before the end of the year. My mom said there might be a web site on which I can track it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Brazil and Argentina's World Cup qualifier was abandoned

Written By: Howard on 09/08/21 at 4:27 am


I haven't photographed my passport. Haven't felt a need to. (Am I missing something here?)

In all seriousness, though, I am still waiting for my new one. (Like I said, it was set to expire this year.) It should be delivered to me (hopefully) sometime before the end of the year. My mom said there might be a web site on which I can track it.

I take a picture of it for that just in case.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Brazil and Argentina's World Cup qualifier was abandoned

Written By: karen on 09/08/21 at 5:20 am


I got my passport and I took a picture of it, sorted it away in my folder for later use.


A travel passport? Where are you planning to go on vacation?

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Brazil and Argentina's World Cup qualifier was abandoned

Written By: Howard on 09/08/21 at 3:20 pm


A travel passport? Where are you planning to go on vacation?

No it was the COVID passport that I took a photo of.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/21 at 12:21 pm


No it was the COVID passport that I took a photo of.
I have it as the card I received when given my two vaccination jabs.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/21 at 12:22 pm

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,254,874 tests reported on 8 September 2021. This shows an increase of 34.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 2 September 2021 and 8 September 2021, there have been 7,914,356 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

38,013 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 9 September 2021.

Between 3 September 2021 and 9 September 2021, 272,334 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 15.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,344,566 people had been given a first dose by the end of 8 September 2021.

43,708,906 people had been given a second dose by the end of 8 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

863 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 5 September 2021.

Between 30 August 2021 and 5 September 2021, 6,748 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 2.9% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 8,085 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 8 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 1,060 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 8 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 167 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 9 September 2021.

Between 3 September 2021 and 9 September 2021, there have been 921 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 18.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Scotland to launch vaccine passports on 1 October

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/21 at 2:33 pm

People in Scotland will need proof they have been fully vaccinated before they can enter nightclubs and many large events from 1 October.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-58506013

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 09/09/21 at 3:14 pm


I have it as the card I received when given my two vaccination jabs.


You can go on the nhs website to get proof of your vaccine status if necessary. Not sure those cards are official.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 09/09/21 at 3:16 pm

The hospital my mother in law is in has stopped visitors because of the rising case numbers, both in hospital and in the local community.

We had planned to go and visit this weekend  :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/09/21 at 3:18 pm


You can go on the nhs website to get proof of your vaccine status if necessary. Not sure those cards are official.
Can it be obtained on the nhs covid app too?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 09/09/21 at 4:12 pm


Can it be obtained on the nhs covid app too?


No, not that app. There is another NHS app separate from that

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/covid-pass/get-your-covid-pass-letter/

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Brazil and Argentina's World Cup qualifier was abandoned

Written By: nally on 09/09/21 at 10:19 pm


No it was the COVID passport that I took a photo of.

I guess I misunderstood. Usually when I see the word passport, a certain travel document comes to mind. My apologies.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 09/09/21 at 10:21 pm


I have it as the card I received when given my two vaccination jabs.

Ah.

In the States we refer to it simply as the vaccination card. I have actually taken one picture of it and forwarded it to my work email to show proof to my employer that I've been fully vaccinated.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 09/09/21 at 11:30 pm


I have it as the card I received when given my two vaccination jabs.
Over here people can use the vaccination pass or an app as prove of vaccination. Both are valid documents so the vast majority uses the app and leaves the paper stuff at home.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 09/10/21 at 4:28 am


I have it as the card I received when given my two vaccination jabs.

I have the regular one in my folder and the photographed one for reference.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 09/11/21 at 12:20 am


I have the regular one in my folder and the photographed one for reference.

That's good. I have the actual one in a safe place in my room; I photographed mine, as stated in my previous post.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Elor on 09/12/21 at 12:47 pm

BTW for those who don't know Denmark has lifted all Covid restrictions thanks to the high level of vaccination.
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/aug/27/denmark-to-lift-all-remaining-covid-restrictions-on-10-september

But there are people in other nations who cry that the pandemic will never be over while stubbornly refusing to get vaccinated.... ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 09/12/21 at 1:58 pm


BTW for those who don't know Denmark has lifted all Covid restrictions thanks to the high level of vaccination.
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/aug/27/denmark-to-lift-all-remaining-covid-restrictions-on-10-september

O0



But there are people in other nations who cry that the pandemic will never be over while stubbornly refusing to get vaccinated.... ::)

yeah ::)

The powers that be will tell them they need to get vaccinated, it's safe, but to them it's like a Cassandra Truth. Which is sad.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 09/12/21 at 2:49 pm


BTW for those who don't know Denmark has lifted all Covid restrictions thanks to the high level of vaccination.
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/aug/27/denmark-to-lift-all-remaining-covid-restrictions-on-10-september

But there are people in other nations who cry that the pandemic will never be over while stubbornly refusing to get vaccinated.... ::)

Isn't that kind of silly?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/13/21 at 3:17 pm

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,079,196 tests reported on 12 September 2021. This shows an increase of 16.9% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 6 September 2021 and 12 September 2021, there have been 7,904,681 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

30,825 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 13 September 2021.

Between 7 September 2021 and 13 September 2021, 241,644 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -8.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,439,272 people had been given a first dose by the end of 12 September 2021.

44,048,093 people had been given a second dose by the end of 12 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

1,076 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 7 September 2021.

Between 1 September 2021 and 7 September 2021, 6,917 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 4.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 8,256 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 10 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 1,055 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 10 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 61 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 13 September 2021.

Between 7 September 2021 and 13 September 2021, there have been 987 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 25.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 09/13/21 at 10:28 pm


Isn't that kind of silly?

More like stubborn. ::)

Subject: Covid: More deaths and lower wages in north of England, report reveals

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/21 at 3:12 am

People in northern England were 17% more likely to die with Covid than the rest of the country, official figures have revealed.

A report by the Northern Health Science Alliance also found northerners had a 26% higher mortality rate in care homes than elsewhere in England.

One author said the fact two-thirds of deaths in the pandemic were potentially preventable was a "real wake-up call".

The government said the impact on certain groups was "disproportionate".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-58486111

Subject: UK employment bounces back to pre-pandemic levels

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/21 at 3:26 am

The number of UK workers on payrolls rose by 241,000 between July and August to rebound above pre-pandemic levels, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) says.

Job vacancies have hit a record high as the economic recovery continues and the furlough scheme starts to wind down, according to official figures.

The number of vacancies rose above one million for the first time since records began in the three months to August, the ONS says.

Subject: Booster jabs for over-50s expected to be announced in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/21 at 5:12 am

It is understood that a UK-wide programme of booster jabs to help manage Covid will be confirmed later.

Ministers are expected to announce jabs for the over-50s as part of their Covid winter plan, after advice from the independent vaccine panel, the JCVI.

BBC political editor Laura Kuenssberg said the booster would be a single dose of the Pfizer vaccine at least six months after a second dose.

The NHS began preparing for the booster programme in July.

But the government has been waiting for recommendations from the JVCI on who should receive the extra doses before announcing more details.

The BBC understands the booster programme will be similar to the interim proposals published by the vaccine experts in June - which suggested jabs should go to the over-70s and those most at risk first, before expanding to all adults aged over 50.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/21 at 6:58 am


It is understood that a UK-wide programme of booster jabs to help manage Covid will be confirmed later.

Ministers are expected to announce jabs for the over-50s as part of their Covid winter plan, after advice from the independent vaccine panel, the JCVI.

BBC political editor Laura Kuenssberg said the booster would be a single dose of the Pfizer vaccine at least six months after a second dose.

The NHS began preparing for the booster programme in July.

But the government has been waiting for recommendations from the JVCI on who should receive the extra doses before announcing more details.

The BBC understands the booster programme will be similar to the interim proposals published by the vaccine experts in June - which suggested jabs should go to the over-70s and those most at risk first, before expanding to all adults aged over 50.
It has now been confirmed.

Subject: Weekly Covid-19 deaths stable in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/21 at 7:04 am

Death registrations were down in the UK in the week ending 3 September because of the August bank holiday in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, the latest UK figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) suggest.

The number of deaths registered in the UK was 10,307, which was 9% above the five-year average.

But it's important to note that comparisons with the five-year average should be interpreted with caution due to the Summer Bank Holiday falling in different weeks since 2015.

A total of 781 deaths involved Covid-19, which was 12 more than the previous week.

A total of 159,333 deaths have occurred in the UK where Covid-19 was mentioned on the death certificate, the ONS says.

The highest number on a single day was 1,484 on 19 January. During the first wave of the virus, the daily toll peaked at 1,461 on 8 April 2020.

Subject: Putin self-isolates as a precaution

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/21 at 8:24 am

Russia's President Vladimir Putin is "absolutely healthy" following potential exposure to Covid-19, his spokesman has said.

Earlier on Tuesday, the Kremlin announced that the Russian president was going into self-isolation after some of the people he had met had been confirmed to be ill with coronavirus.

Asked at a daily news briefing about whether President Putin had been tested for Covid, his spokesman, Dmitry Peskov, said: "Of course he has been. The president is absolutely healthy.

"Of course, we know which of the people around the president have fallen ill," but stopped short of naming them.

"Isolation does not directly impact the president's work, it's simply that there won't be any face-to-face meetings for some time. But, again, this doesn't affect the intensity. The president continues working using videoconferencing," Peskov said.

Subject: 90% of adults have antibodies

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/21 at 9:46 am

Boris Johnson says 80% of over-16s are now double vaccinated and Covid antibodies are in 90% of adults.

He says depending on your age, you're nine times more likely to die if you're unvaccinated than if you've had both jabs.

He adds that because of the UK's vaccination programme, it is one of the most free societies with one of the most open economies in Europe - and that, he explains, is why he is sticking with his strategy.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/14/21 at 10:42 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,043,118 tests reported on 13 September 2021. This shows an increase of 2.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 7 September 2021 and 13 September 2021, there have been 7,601,168 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

26,628 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 14 September 2021.

Between 8 September 2021 and 14 September 2021, 230,783 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -14.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,458,700 people had been given a first dose by the end of 13 September 2021.

44,108,746 people had been given a second dose by the end of 13 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

1,009 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 9 September 2021.

Between 3 September 2021 and 9 September 2021, 7,032 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 5.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 8,413 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 13 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 1,056 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 13 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 185 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 14 September 2021.

Between 8 September 2021 and 14 September 2021, there have been 963 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 1.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid hospital admissions warning

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/21 at 5:37 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson's winter Covid plan comes amid a warning that there could be a large jump in hospital admissions in England. Government scientists say they could reach 2,000 to 7,000 per day next month if restrictions aren't tightened. The number currently stands at about 1,000. They say a "relatively light set of measures" could curb infections but Mr Johnson's plan only imposes restrictions such as face coverings if pressure on the NHS becomes unsustainable. He hopes increasing vaccinations means fresh restrictions can be avoided.

Subject: Recap: What's in England's Covid 'Winter Plan'?

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/21 at 7:20 am

On Tuesday, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced measures to deal with a posible rise in Covid cases in England over the winter - with a contingency "Plan B" if things get worse. Here are some of the things the plans involve:

Plan A

# Covid booster jabs will be offered to around 30 million people, including the over-50s, younger adults with health conditions and frontline health and social care workers
# Vaccines will be offered to all 12-15 year olds
# NHS Test and Trace will continue with free PCR tests

Plan B

If Plan A is not sufficient to prevent "unsustainable pressure" on the NHS, the government says Plan B will be required "as a last resort" - including:

# compulsory face coverings in some settings
# asking people to work from home
# introducing vaccine passports

The PM says parts of Plan B could be introduced gradually, rather than all at once - you can read up on it here https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-52530518

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/15/21 at 10:11 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 882,827 tests reported on 14 September 2021. This shows a decrease of -4.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 8 September 2021 and 14 September 2021, there have been 7,314,050 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

30,597 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 15 September 2021.

Between 9 September 2021 and 15 September 2021, 222,405 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -18.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,480,178 people had been given a first dose by the end of 14 September 2021.

44,170,373 people had been given a second dose by the end of 14 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

836 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 11 September 2021.

Between 5 September 2021 and 11 September 2021, 6,930 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 2.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 8,340 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 14 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 1,060 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 14 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 201 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 15 September 2021.

Between 9 September 2021 and 15 September 2021, there have been 973 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 4.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/21 at 5:30 am

Here are some of the stories the UK is waking up to:

Most people do not believe workers will return to the office full time after the coronavirus pandemic, an exclusive survey for the BBC suggests.

A total of 70% of 1,684 people polled predicted that workers would "never return to offices at the same rate".

Changes to periods after having a Covid vaccine should be investigated to reassure women, says a leading immunologist specialising in fertility.

Today is the deadline for care workers to have their first vaccine and be double jabbed by November 11 or be banned from entering care homes in England.

Unions are warning that unless the government scraps these deadlines there will be "catastrophic" staff shortages in care homes

And the Pope has said he does not know how to explain why some cardinals in the Catholic Church are hesitant to get the Covid-19 jab.

Subject: 'Dozens' in Putin's entourage test positive for Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/21 at 6:32 am

Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that dozens of people around him have tested positive for Covid-19, two days after it was reported that he would be self-isolating after coming into contact with an aide who tested positive.

"You know that, unfortunately, I had to cancel my visit to Dushanbe at the last moment," Putin said during a meeting of the Collective Security Treaty Organisation summit in Tajikistan, which he attended via video link.

"I'm really sorry. But as you know this is due to the fact that coronavirus cases have been registered among people around me. Not just one, two, but several dozen people ," he said. "Now I have to observe the self-isolation regime for several days".

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said that Putin has tested negative for coronavirus, and that he is "absolutely healthy" and continuing to work.

Subject: First booster jabs administered in England and Wales

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/21 at 7:55 am

As we've just reported, the NHS in England and Wales has officially begun a coronavirus booster campaign, which will see about 30 million people offered a Pfizer vaccine, or in some cases, a half-dose of Moderna.

Scotland will begin offering booster jabs for the broader group from Monday, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has said. They are expected to begin in Northern Ireland later this month.

Health Secretary Sajid Javid confirmed the booster campaign in the Commons earlier this week, as part of an autumn and winter plan for managing Covid in England.

Those eligible for the jab include over-50s, younger adults with health conditions and frontline health and care workers.

There are concerns about waning immunity, with signs protection offered by the vaccine may start dropping off several months after the second dose.

Hospital hubs have started inoculating frontline health and care workers as well as identifying eligible patients, with GP-led local vaccination services to follow in the coming days.

Further vaccination centres and community pharmacy-led sites will join the booster campaign from next week and continue vaccinating throughout the winter.

England's deputy chief medical officer Prof Jonathan Van Tam said the booster programme was about "staying on top of Covid".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Explained: Who gets the booster jab?

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/21 at 9:58 am

Around 4.5 million people in priority groups will be eligible for a booster over the coming weeks, NHS England says, with a further 25 million to be contacted in due course.

Care home residents, who are one of the groups most vulnerable to the virus, will be offered a vaccine before the start of November in England.

People will get a call or text from their local GP-led site to get the jab, or will be invited by the National Booking Service, which will start issuing invitations from early next week.

Some people who were in the original nine priority groups will not be invited for a booster until the new year.

Who's in?

Groups covered by the programme include:

# those living in residential care homes for older adults
# all adults aged 50 years or over
# frontline health and social care workers
# all those aged 16 to 49 years withunderlying health conditions that put them at higher risk of severe Covid-19, and adult carers
# adults who live in the same house as people who are immunosuppressed

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/21 at 11:23 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,084,585 tests reported on 15 September 2021. This shows a decrease of -9.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 9 September 2021 and 15 September 2021, there have been 7,143,761 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

26,911 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 16 September 2021.

Between 10 September 2021 and 16 September 2021, 211,303 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -22.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,503,181 people had been given a first dose by the end of 15 September 2021.

44,229,777 people had been given a second dose by the end of 15 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

836 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 11 September 2021.

Between 5 September 2021 and 11 September 2021, 6,932 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 2.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 8,339 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 15 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 1,081 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 15 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 158 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 16 September 2021.

Between 10 September 2021 and 16 September 2021, there have been 964 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 4.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: 'Granular' lockdown scheme starts in Philippines capital

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/21 at 11:36 am

Lockdowns in the capital region of the Philippines have begun easing as the government shifts towards localised lockdowns.

The targeted approach in Manila Metro - an urban sprawl of 16 cities, home to 13 million people - will see many small businesses re-opening, including restaurants and salons.

Outdoor dining and religious gatherings will be allowed at 30% of each venues' capacity.

Meawhile authorities will have the power to introduce so-called "granular lockdowns" on individual streets. Some have already been put in place in cities like Makati.

The government says this approach be adopted in other parts of the country if it's successful in boosting the economy and containing any Covid outbreaks.

The Philippines is currently grappling with one of Asia's worst coronavirus outbreaks. Since the pandemic began, it has recorded 2.3 million cases and 36,000 Covid-related deaths.

Subject: New travel rules 'to be announced on Friday'

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/16/21 at 1:06 pm

New rules for international travel are expected to be announced on Friday for England, the PA Media news agency has said.

The green and amber lists will be merged to form one category of low-risk countries, while the number of destinations on the red list will be reduced, reports PA Media.

There is also speculation that fully vaccinated people arriving in the UK will no longer need to take a pre-departure lateral flow test prior to their flight, or a post-arrival PCR test.

The changes, which could save individual travellers up to £100 each, would come into force ahead of the half-term break at the end of October.

Subject: Re: New travel rules 'to be announced on Friday'

Written By: nally on 09/17/21 at 12:19 am


New rules for international travel are expected to be announced on Friday for England, the PA Media news agency has said.

The green and amber lists will be merged to form one category of low-risk countries, while the number of destinations on the red list will be reduced, reports PA Media.

There is also speculation that fully vaccinated people arriving in the UK will no longer need to take a pre-departure lateral flow test prior to their flight, or a post-arrival PCR test.

The changes, which could save individual travellers up to £100 each, would come into force ahead of the half-term break at the end of October.

Good thing I'm not doing any international traveling at anytime soon.

In fact, I am still waiting for my new passport to arrive in the mail. (I renewed it a couple months ago when I got a new photo taken for it.)

Subject: Long Covid less common than feared - ONS study

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/21 at 2:21 am

One in 40 people with coronavirus has symptoms lasting at least three months, Office for National Statistics figures suggest.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-58584558

Subject: First lawsuit over outbreak in Austria ski resort

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/21 at 3:51 am

Court proceedings are beginning in the Austrian capital, Vienna, in a civil case against the Austrian government over its alleged mishandling of the coronavirus outbreak at the ski resort of Ischgl in March 2020.

The outbreak at Ischgl, known as the "Ibiza of the Alps", helped to spread the virus across Europe.

This first case concerns a 72-year-old Austrian journalist, Hannes Schopf, who died of coronavirus after a skiing holiday in Ischgl in March last year.

His widow and son are suing the Austrian government for €100,000 (£85,000) over what they call its chaotic handling of the outbreak at the resort.

An Austrian consumer protection group, which is organising the lawsuit, says this could be the first of potentially thousands of compensation cases, including plaintiffs from Germany, the UK and the Netherlands.

Subject: Italy makes health pass mandatory for all workers

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/21 at 4:15 am

Italy has become the first country in Europe to make it compulsory for all workers to have a Covid ‘"green pass".

From mid-October, about 23 million people will need to prove they've been vaccinated or have had a negative test, or that they've recovered from the virus.

Otherwise, they face suspension from work. Their pay will be stopped after five days and fines of up to €1,500 (£1,300) will be handed out if staff are caught working without one.

It’s a bold move to boost jabs, policing all workers in Italy, as infections rise and with a third of the country not yet fully vaccinated.

“With this measure, we make places safe. The green pass is an instrument of freedom. Also, it makes the vaccination campaign more effective,” Health Minister Roberto Speranza says.

The digital and paper certificates are already required in many parts of Italy, including railway stations, restaurants and schools. But these new measures are some of the toughest in Europe.

"I do not agree in forcing people but I am also in favour of protecting the health of others. Therefore, the fact that people who do not want to get vaccinated must be put in a position not to make others sick I believe is a social factor of primary importance," says one Italian.

But another disagrees:

"When there is an obligation, we no longer live in a democracy but in a dictatorship. So I do not agree."

Subject: More than 2,500 die with Delta variant - PHE

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/21 at 6:06 am

A total of 2,542 deaths occurred in England up to 12 September of people who were either confirmed or likely to have had the Delta variant of Covid-19 and who died within 28 days of a positive test, according to new figures from Public Health England.

Of this number, 204 were under the age of 50 and 2,336 were aged 50 or over.

Of the 204 deaths of people under 50, 132 (65%) were unvaccinated, 17 (8%) had received one dose of vaccine and 48 (24%) had received both doses.

Of the 2,336 deaths of people aged 50 or over, 590 (25%) were unvaccinated, 149 (6%) had received one dose of vaccine and 1,565 (67%) had received both doses.

A small number of virus samples could not be matched with vaccination records.

Subject: Soldiers to drive ambulances in Scotland to ease NHS pressure

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/21 at 6:29 am

Soldiers will be drafted in to drive ambulances in Scotland in a bid to ease the "unprecedented" pressure on the NHS.

Scottish Ambulance Service chief executive Pauline Howie says logistical staff will also be made available to support paramedics and technicians.

Howie says the impact of Covid has placed the service at its "highest level of escalation".

On Thursday, the Scottish government confirmed it has asked the Ministry of Defence for military assistance.

Howie was asked on BBC Radio's Good Morning Scotland programme if it would mean soldiers driving NHS ambulances or army ambulances.

She said: "I would expect the former and we will be working through the details of that over the coming days."

Her comments come after it emerged an 86-year-old woman had to wait eight hours for an ambulance after falling and breaking her hip at home.

Subject: More than 70% of under-50s hospitalised with Delta unjabbed - PHE

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/21 at 6:55 am

We've got a bit more now from Public Health England's statistics on the Delta variant. Some 12,407 people were admitted to hospital in England up to 12 September who were either confirmed or likely to have the Delta variant of Covid-19, PHE says.

Of this number, 6,230 were under the age of 50 and 6,167 were aged 50 or over.

Of the 6,230 under 50, 4,517 (73%) were unvaccinated, 848 (14%) had received one dose of vaccine and 721 (12%) had received both doses.

Of the 6,167 aged 50 or over, 1,786 (29%) were unvaccinated, 435 (7%) had received one dose of vaccine and 3,913 (63%) had received both doses.

A small number of virus samples from people admitted to hospital could not be matched with vaccination records.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/17/21 at 10:15 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,059,522 tests reported on 16 September 2021. This shows a decrease of -13.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 10 September 2021 and 16 September 2021, there have been 6,961,949 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

32,651 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 17 September 2021.

Between 11 September 2021 and 17 September 2021, 206,332 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -23.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,528,901 people had been given a first dose by the end of 16 September 2021.

44,298,076 people had been given a second dose by the end of 16 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

909 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 13 September 2021.

Between 7 September 2021 and 13 September 2021, 6,775 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -1.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 8,068 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 16 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 1,020 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 16 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 178 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 17 September 2021.

Between 11 September 2021 and 17 September 2021, there have been 995 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 5.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/21 at 5:59 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,059,522 tests reported on 16 September 2021. This shows a decrease of -13.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 10 September 2021 and 16 September 2021, there have been 6,961,949 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

29,612 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 19 September 2021.

Between 13 September 2021 and 19 September 2021, 207,368 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -17.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,573,881 people had been given a first dose by the end of 18 September 2021.

44,428,209 people had been given a second dose by the end of 18 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

932 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 14 September 2021.

Between 8 September 2021 and 14 September 2021, 6,627 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -4.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 8,068 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 16 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 1,020 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 16 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 56 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 19 September 2021.

Between 13 September 2021 and 19 September 2021, there have been 1,003 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 3.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Today's latest figures

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/21 at 10:47 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,123,798 tests reported on 19 September 2021. This shows a decrease of -13.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 13 September 2021 and 19 September 2021, there have been 6,835,828 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

36,100 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 20 September 2021.

Between 14 September 2021 and 20 September 2021, 212,643 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -12.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,593,019 people had been given a first dose by the end of 19 September 2021.

44,466,121 people had been given a second dose by the end of 19 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

930 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 14 September 2021.

Between 8 September 2021 and 14 September 2021, 6,626 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -4.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,847 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 17 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 1,011 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 17 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 49 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 20 September 2021.

Between 14 September 2021 and 20 September 2021, there have been 991 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 0.4% compared to the previous 7 days.


Subject: Covid: US opens up to fully vaccinated travellers

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/20/21 at 12:52 pm

The US is easing its coronavirus travel restrictions, re-opening to passengers from the UK, EU and other nations.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-58628491

Subject: Re: Covid: US opens up to fully vaccinated travellers

Written By: nally on 09/20/21 at 11:21 pm


The US is easing its coronavirus travel restrictions, re-opening to passengers from the UK, EU and other nations.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-58628491

...under the conditions that such people have been vaccinated, and can show proof of it. O0

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Intensive care staff 'burnt out' as pressure mounts

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/21 at 2:12 am

A leading consultant says the pressure on intensive care staff in his area is as high as it has been since the pandemic began. Dr Michael Martin, of Hywel Dda University Health Board, in west Wales, says at least 11 of 22 critical care beds in its hospitals are occupied by Covid patients and that admission of people with other conditions is making the situation worse. In Scotland, the Royal College of Emergency Medicine says thousands of extra acute care beds are needed to help relieve the "unrelenting pressure".

Subject: Two men caught smuggling KFC into lockdown-hit Auckland

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/21 at 8:21 am

New Zealand police have made a bizarre arrest after a pair of alleged gang associates were caught trying to enter Auckland with a boot full of Kentucky Fried Chicken - and tens of thousands of dollars.

Under Auckland's strict Level 4 lockdown, all restaurants - including take-away services - remain closed.

Police said the men, aged 23 and 30, had travelled from Hamilton, about 75 miles south of Auckland.

A police spokesperson told the BBC that officers made the arrest after they noticed a suspicious-looking vehicle travelling on a gravel road on the outskirts of the city.

After a chase, the vehicle was stopped and searched.

Police located NZ$100,000 (US$70,000; £51,000) in cash, as well as at least three buckets of chicken, about 10 cups of coleslaw, a large pack of fries, and four large bags containing other KFC items.

The spokesperson said that the men would appear in court for breaching public health rules later in the year - but added that further charges are also likely. The investigation is ongoing.

Under New Zealand's tough anti-Covid laws, fines can reach up to NZ$4,000 and can even involve prison sentences of up to six months.

Auckland will move to a Level 3 lockdown from midnight on Tuesday, but residents will remain confined to their homes unless they are attending school, work or shopping.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/21 at 10:48 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 984,065 tests reported on 20 September 2021. This shows a decrease of -10.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 14 September 2021 and 20 September 2021, there have been 6,776,775 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

31,564 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 21 September 2021.

Between 15 September 2021 and 21 September 2021, 217,579 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -5.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,617,703 people had been given a first dose by the end of 20 September 2021.

44,512,572 people had been given a second dose by the end of 20 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

861 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 16 September 2021.

Between 10 September 2021 and 16 September 2021, 6,249 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -11.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,731 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 20 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 982 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 20 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 203 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 21 September 2021.

Between 15 September 2021 and 21 September 2021, there have been 1,009 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 4.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Australia sees third day of violent anti-vaccine protests

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/21 at 6:41 am

The Australian state of Victoria has seen a third day of protests against the compulsory vaccination of construction workers.

Officials said some sites would be shut for up to two weeks after construction workers and other protesters clashed.

Property was damaged and police said several people were arrested.

Hundreds gathered in Melbourne for another anti-vaccination protest on Tuesday, setting off flares and reportedly throwing urine at reporters.

On Monday, riot police were deployed and reportedly used rubber bullets and pepper spray to disperse crowds.

Of those acting aggressively, state premier Daniel Andrews said: "They're not there to protest, they're there for a fight."

Subject: Scotland's testing rules 'could destroy' tourism season

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/21 at 9:16 am

Scotland's next tourism season is at "serious risk" because rigorous Covid-testing requirements are being retained for international visitors, industry leaders have claimed.

Visitor testing rules are being relaxed in England but the Scottish government has raised health concerns.

The Scottish Tourism Alliance claims the divergence is harming its industry.

The Scottish government said it would be guided by clinical advice as well as economic implications.

The Scottish Tourism Alliance has put its name to an open letter signed by more than 40 tourism businesses calling for an urgent meeting with the Scottish government.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/21 at 10:09 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 895,328 tests reported on 21 September 2021. This shows a decrease of -7.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 15 September 2021 and 21 September 2021, there have been 6,789,276 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

34,460 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 22 September 2021.

Between 16 September 2021 and 22 September 2021, 221,442 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -0.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,644,692 people had been given a first dose by the end of 21 September 2021.

44,556,005 people had been given a second dose by the end of 21 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

747 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 18 September 2021.

Between 12 September 2021 and 18 September 2021, 6,017 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -13.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,567 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 21 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 943 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 21 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 166 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 22 September 2021.

Between 16 September 2021 and 22 September 2021, there have been 974 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 0.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Substantial Covid transmission in children

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/21 at 12:05 pm

England's chief medical officer Prof Chris Whitty and his deputy Jonathan Van-Tam are answering questions from the Education Committee.

Prof Whitty says there is "substantial transmission" of coronavirus occurring in children and the 12-17 age group is the highest transmission group "as far as we can tell".

Asked about vaccination he says the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) and the chief medical officers agree the risk to children from Covid is small and the risk of vaccination is small.

But he says it is the view of the JCVI that the benefits of vaccinating them are marginally greater than the potential for harm.

He adds that vaccinating children would help prevent disruption in schools.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 09/23/21 at 1:20 am

My school will be vaccinating any pupil whose parent has given consent in the next week or so.

Subject: Bolsonaro to self-isolate after minister tests positive

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/21 at 7:27 am

Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has said he will self-isolate for five days following his return from the United Nations' General Assembly in New York.

His health minister, Marcelo Queiroga, tested positive for the coronavirus and has been forced to stay in a New York hotel.

Some 50 people from the delegation that travelled with Mr Bolsonaro to the US will also stay at home until Saturday.

Brazil's health regulator, Anvisa, had recommended two weeks of quarantine for the president and his entourage.

Mr Bolsonaro says he didn't get vaccinated against the virus because he had Covid before and has developed antibodies.

His office has said he will be tested daily and will only remain in isolation if he tests positive.

Subject: Wales A&E units again see worst-ever performance numbers

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/21 at 8:16 am

The worst ever performance figures have again been recorded by hospital A&E units in Wales, reflecting the pressure placed on emergency care in the NHS as a result of the pandemic.

Covid was continuing to have a "significant impact" and rising cases had compounded existing pressures, meaning some difficult decisions were having to be made, according to Darren Hughes, director of the Welsh NHS Confederation.

The figures also show the Welsh Ambulance Service recorded its second worst response times to the most critical calls since new targets were introduced in 2015.

They also show another record-breaking month for people on NHS waiting lists - those waiting more than nine months were at record levels.

The Welsh government said although those waiting the longest continued to be at a record high, a higher proportion were waiting less than 26 weeks and the median waiting time fell slightly.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/21 at 10:21 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 969,173 tests reported on 22 September 2021. This shows a decrease of -6.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 16 September 2021 and 22 September 2021, there have been 6,673,864 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

36,710 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 23 September 2021.

Between 17 September 2021 and 23 September 2021, 231,241 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 9.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,674,154 people had been given a first dose by the end of 22 September 2021.

44,600,070 people had been given a second dose by the end of 22 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

714 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 19 September 2021.

Between 13 September 2021 and 19 September 2021, 5,885 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -15.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,588 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 21 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 943 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 21 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 182 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 23 September 2021.

Between 17 September 2021 and 23 September 2021, there have been 998 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 3.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Stonehenge autumn equinox gathering first since start of pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/23/21 at 11:53 am

Hundreds of people have gathered at Stonehenge to watch the sunrise on the first official day of autumn.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/9BBA/production/_120666893_mediaitem120666646.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-wiltshire-58662905

Subject: Re: Stonehenge autumn equinox gathering first since start of pandemic

Written By: nally on 09/23/21 at 11:22 pm


Hundreds of people have gathered at Stonehenge to watch the sunrise on the first official day of autumn.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/9BBA/production/_120666893_mediaitem120666646.jpg

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-wiltshire-58662905


Wow!

I hope they were all fully vaccinated (or at least had one full dose).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/21 at 5:47 am


Wow!

I hope they were all fully vaccinated (or at least had one full dose).
..in the open air, but still a crowd?

Subject: Cancer backlog could take a decade to clear

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/21 at 5:48 am

The cancer treatment backlog in England caused by the pandemic could take more than a decade to clear, with 19,500 people having gone undiagnosed because of missed referrals, estimates the Institute for Public Policy Research. The think tank says if hospitals could complete 15% more treatments over pre-pandemic levels, backlogs could be cleared by next year, but it says this would require more cash for new equipment and more staff.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/24/21 at 10:59 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,063,394 tests reported on 23 September 2021. This shows a decrease of -4.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 17 September 2021 and 23 September 2021, there have been 6,677,736 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

35,623 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 24 September 2021.

Between 18 September 2021 and 24 September 2021, 234,213 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 13.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,705,771 people had been given a first dose by the end of 23 September 2021.

44,644,887 people had been given a second dose by the end of 23 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

794 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 20 September 2021.

Between 14 September 2021 and 20 September 2021, 5,756 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -15.9% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,124 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 23 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 916 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 23 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 180 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 24 September 2021.

Between 18 September 2021 and 24 September 2021, there have been 1,000 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 0.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/21 at 12:03 pm

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,126,440 tests reported on 26 September 2021. This shows a decrease of -1.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 20 September 2021 and 26 September 2021, there have been 6,729,908 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

37,960 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 27 September 2021.

Between 21 September 2021 and 27 September 2021, 241,202 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 13.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,736,534 people had been given a first dose by the end of 26 September 2021.

44,764,324 people had been given a second dose by the end of 26 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

775 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 21 September 2021.

Between 15 September 2021 and 21 September 2021, 5,605 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -16.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,865 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 24 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 878 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 24 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 40 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 27 September 2021.

Between 21 September 2021 and 27 September 2021, there have been 956 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -3.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Delay to enforcement of Scottish vaccine passport scheme

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/21 at 9:03 am

Scotland's new vaccine passport system will not be enforced until two weeks after it is introduced.

People going to nightclubs and many other large events will need proof they have had two doses of vaccine from 05:00 on Friday.

But First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said there would now be a "grace period" until 18 October.

It means there will be no enforcement action against businesses who do not comply with the rules before that date.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-58721564

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/28/21 at 11:44 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,010,007 tests reported on 27 September 2021. This shows a decrease of -0.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 21 September 2021 and 27 September 2021, there have been 6,755,850 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

34,526 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 28 September 2021.

Between 22 September 2021 and 28 September 2021, 244,164 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 12.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,765,726 people had been given a first dose by the end of 27 September 2021.

44,799,748 people had been given a second dose by the end of 27 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

706 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 24 September 2021.

Between 18 September 2021 and 24 September 2021, 5,242 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -14.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,000 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 27 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 831 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 27 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 167 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 28 September 2021.

Between 22 September 2021 and 28 September 2021, there have been 920 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -8.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Cancer backlog could take a decade to clear

Written By: nally on 09/28/21 at 11:07 pm

The "booster shots" for people 65 and over are available in the States now. The President got one yesterday.


And today, my dad received one!

Subject: Re: Cancer backlog could take a decade to clear

Written By: Howard on 09/29/21 at 3:43 am


The "booster shots" for people 65 and over are available in the States now. The President got one yesterday.


And today, my dad received one!

I'm getting mine in November.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/21 at 5:54 am


I'm getting mine in November.
I am waiting for my respective medical clinics to inform me for my flu and booster jabs.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/21 at 10:16 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 861,209 tests reported on 28 September 2021. This shows a decrease of -1.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 22 September 2021 and 28 September 2021, there have been 6,721,731 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

36,722 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 29 September 2021.

Between 23 September 2021 and 29 September 2021, 246,426 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 11.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,797,579 people had been given a first dose by the end of 28 September 2021.

44,833,280 people had been given a second dose by the end of 28 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

659 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 25 September 2021.

Between 19 September 2021 and 25 September 2021, 5,173 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -14.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,976 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 28 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 826 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 28 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 150 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 29 September 2021.

Between 23 September 2021 and 29 September 2021, there have been 904 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -7.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 09/29/21 at 11:13 pm


I am waiting for my respective medical clinics to inform me for my flu and booster jabs.

So am I. (In fact, next week I will see my doctor and ask about a flu shot. I might also learn about when my age group can get a booster shot.)

Subject: UK furlough scheme ends amid calls for further support

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/21 at 2:25 am

The UK's furlough scheme closes on Thursday, but some badly-hit sectors are saying support should continue.

Furlough was introduced in March 2020 and helped pay the wages of 11.6 million workers after Covid-19 forced large parts of the economy to close.

At the end of July it was still supporting the incomes of around 1.6m workers, the latest HMRC figures show.

The chancellor said he was "immensely proud" of the near £70bn scheme, but now was the right time to close it.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-58735299

Subject: Covid jabs may have kept more than 260,000 over-45s out of hospital

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/21 at 9:55 am

The Covid-19 vaccination programme in England is estimated to have prevented 261,500 hospital admissions among people aged 45 and over, according to new figures from Public Health England.

Previous estimates had put the number at 230,800 admissions.

Estimates for the number of deaths prevented by vaccinations in England have also increased to 127,500, from a previous figure of 123,100.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/30/21 at 10:33 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,115,605 tests reported on 29 September 2021. This shows an increase of 2.9% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 23 September 2021 and 29 September 2021, there have been 6,868,163 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

36,480 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 30 September 2021.

Between 24 September 2021 and 30 September 2021, 246,196 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 6.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

48,829,118 people had been given a first dose by the end of 29 September 2021.

44,867,373 people had been given a second dose by the end of 29 September 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

657 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 26 September 2021.

Between 20 September 2021 and 26 September 2021, 5,117 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -13.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,853 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 29 September 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 813 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 29 September 2021.

Deaths
There were 137 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 30 September 2021.

Between 24 September 2021 and 30 September 2021, there have been 859 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -13.9% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid jabs may have kept more than 260,000 over-45s out of hospital

Written By: nally on 09/30/21 at 11:20 pm


The Covid-19 vaccination programme in England is estimated to have prevented 261,500 hospital admissions among people aged 45 and over, according to new figures from Public Health England.

Previous estimates had put the number at 230,800 admissions.

Estimates for the number of deaths prevented by vaccinations in England have also increased to 127,500, from a previous figure of 123,100.


O0

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/04/21 at 12:16 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/1D7F/production/_120815570_uk_card_with_vax_2doses_04oct-nc.png

Once again the figures due to the uptake of data over the weekend, a better view will be in tomorrow's figures.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/21 at 2:24 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/16054/production/_120869109_uk_card_with_vax_2doses_05oct-nc.png

Subject: School Covid absences rise two-thirds in fortnight

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/05/21 at 2:35 pm

The number of pupils absent from England's state schools rose by two-thirds in the fortnight to 30 September, reaching 204,000. About 2.5% of pupils were out of school for Covid-related reasons on that day, according to Department for Education figures. Liz Lord, deputy head teacher at a high school in West Yorkshire, says the sharp rise in cases since the start of term is worrying - but disruption is limited "because we're not sending kids around the person who is ill home to self-isolate any more".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/21 at 8:12 am


So am I. (In fact, next week I will see my doctor and ask about a flu shot. I might also learn about when my age group can get a booster shot.)
I am due for my Covid Booster jab for tomorrow.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/06/21 at 10:08 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 856,416 tests reported on 5 October 2021. This shows a decrease of -10.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 29 September 2021 and 5 October 2021, there have been 5,993,610 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

39,851 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 6 October 2021.

Between 30 September 2021 and 6 October 2021, 241,594 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -2.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

49,035,877 people had been given a first dose by the end of 5 October 2021.

45,049,953 people had been given a second dose by the end of 5 October 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

666 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 2 October 2021.

Between 26 September 2021 and 2 October 2021, 4,941 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -5.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,836 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 5 October 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 800 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 5 October 2021.

Deaths
There were 143 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 6 October 2021.

Between 30 September 2021 and 6 October 2021, there have been 770 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -14.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/07/21 at 4:45 am


I am due for my Covid Booster jab for tomorrow.

Good Luck.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/21 at 6:57 am


I am due for my Covid Booster jab for tomorrow.

Good Luck.
Thank you, all went fine.

Subject: Cambridgeshire schools asked to bring back masks

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/21 at 6:57 am

Schools in Cambridgeshire have been asked to reintroduce face masks after a rise Covid-19 cases.

Earlier today, Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi warned that a contingency plan to keep coronavirus at bay over winter could see mask-wearing for pupils return to schools in England.

Public health officials said more than 50% of recent infections in the county were in the 0 to 17-year-old age group.

Cambridgeshire has three areas in the top 50 case rates in England, including Peterborough, which had a 32% week-on-week rise in cases.

Jyoti Atri, director of public health for the area, said masks were a "sensible precautionary measure".

Face coverings are no longer mandatory in classrooms in England and Wales but government guidance says directors of public health can advise schools to reintroduce them if cases spike.

Subject: India to reopen to foreign tourists

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/21 at 9:45 am

India will re-open for tourists from 15 October after being closed for more than a year due to the coronavirus pandemic, the government says.

The home ministry released a statement which says it will begin granting fresh tourist visas for foreigners coming to India through chartered flights.

"Foreign tourists entering into India by flights other than chartered aircraft would be able to do so only with effect from 15 November on fresh Tourist Visas," it says.

India has in place a mandatory 10 day home quarantine for all UK nationals arriving in the country, even if they are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

Subject: AstraZeneca Covid vaccine arrives in Antarctica

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/21 at 10:04 am

Nine months after it was rolled out, the AstraZeneca Covid vaccine has finally reached the Antarctic.

It was flown in this week to immunise the 23 staff members who've been keeping the British Rothera research station running through the polar winter.

This is the most southerly despatch yet for the jabs developed at Oxford University.

Apart from some cases at a Chilean base, Antarctica has been Covid-free.

The international science agencies want to keep it that way.

As the new summer research season approaches, strict health protocols will again be in place.

For example, the crew of the UK's new polar ship, the RRS Sir David Attenborough, will shortly go into quarantine before they head south next month with equipment and supplies.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-58822425

Subject: UK travel red list cut to just seven countries

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/21 at 11:43 am

The number of countries on England's Covid travel red list will be cut from 54 to seven, the government says.

South Africa, Brazil and Mexico come off the red list, which requires travellers to quarantine in an approved hotel at their cost for 10 full days.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-58833088

The remaining seven destinations on the red list are: Colombia, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Haiti, Panama, Peru and Venezuela.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/07/21 at 1:03 pm

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Subject: Re: School Covid absences rise two-thirds in fortnight

Written By: nally on 10/07/21 at 10:36 pm


I am due for my Covid Booster jab for tomorrow.

Good Luck.

Thank you, all went fine.

Good to hear. O0

Btw, yesterday (Wednesday) morning at my doctor appointment, there was no mention as to when I'd get an opportunity for a booster shot, but the doctor was well aware that I had my two basic vaccinations in the spring.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/21 at 12:22 am


Good to hear. O0

Thank you, my arm is still stiff and painful, painkillers are of a necessary.

Subject: Flu jab vital this winter along with Covid vaccine

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/21 at 12:42 am

The public are being reminded to come forward for their flu jab to maximise their protection ahead of winter.

Health officials are worried because this will be the first winter Covid and flu circulate fully at the same time.

Research shows those infected with both viruses are more than twice as likely to die as someone with Covid alone.

More than 40 million people across the UK - 35 million in England - are being offered a jab this year in the biggest flu vaccination campaign so far.

And this includes, for the first time, all secondary-school children up to the age of 16.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-58836218

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 10/08/21 at 1:29 am

I'm surprised how the violent anti-lockdown protests in Australia weren't mentioned... I just woke up earlier this morning, and ironically, while I live in Canada, I saw these disturbing videos in my YouTube recommended of anti-lockdown protesters trying to assault the police in Melbourne!  :o

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Literally, this is why Covid cases are probably rising there. They simply cannot stay home and would rather spread the virus unvaccinated  ::) I just feel bad for the injured police officers trying to do their job  :\'(

This is also relatable in Canada because lots of people in my province still refuse to get the vaccine, pretty much just like every country in the world.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/08/21 at 4:33 am


Thank you, all went fine.

Wonderful. :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/08/21 at 6:58 am


Wonderful. :)
My arm is still painful, numb and stiff, hopefully will be gone soon.

Subject: Re: School Covid absences rise two-thirds in fortnight

Written By: nally on 10/08/21 at 8:31 pm


Thank you, my arm is still stiff and painful, painkillers are of a necessary.


I had to take a painkiller when I got my second Covid jab, back in May.

But when I got my flu shot the other day, it was a little sore at first, but that was very short-lived.

Subject: Re: School Covid absences rise two-thirds in fortnight

Written By: karen on 10/09/21 at 1:41 am


Good to hear. O0

Btw, yesterday (Wednesday) morning at my doctor appointment, there was no mention as to when I'd get an opportunity for a booster shot, but the doctor was well aware that I had my two basic vaccinations in the spring.


In the U.K. boosters are only going to be given to over 50s and the clinically extremely vulnerable.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/09/21 at 7:15 am


My arm is still painful, numb and stiff, hopefully will be gone soon.

Try to rest your arm as much as possible.

Subject: Re: School Covid absences rise two-thirds in fortnight

Written By: nally on 10/09/21 at 1:49 pm


In the U.K. boosters are only going to be given to over 50s and the clinically extremely vulnerable.

So, the younger population is not going to be eligible?

Not sure if it'll be like that in the States.

Subject: Re: School Covid absences rise two-thirds in fortnight

Written By: karen on 10/09/21 at 3:02 pm


So, the younger population is not going to be eligible?

Not sure if it'll be like that in the States.


Only if there is a medical reason for them to have a booster.

Subject: Re: School Covid absences rise two-thirds in fortnight

Written By: nally on 10/09/21 at 4:02 pm


Only if there is a medical reason for them to have a booster.


Okay

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/21 at 2:13 am

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Subject: NHS Covid pass app suffers outage

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/21 at 9:03 am

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The NHS Covid Pass, which is used to show a person's vaccination status for travel and events, has stopped working.

The feature, contained in the NHS smartphone app, usually allows users to access a barcode or text records about which vaccine doses they have had.

Instead, users are receiving error messages or a notice saying that high traffic volumes are "limiting access to the service".

In a post on Twitter, NHS Digital says there are currently issues with accessing the Covid Pass on the NHS App and website and it is investigating.

The digital pass can be used by those over 16 years old who were vaccinated in England, Wales or the Isle of Man.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/13/21 at 10:25 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 873,498 tests reported on 12 October 2021. This shows a decrease of -2.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 6 October 2021 and 12 October 2021, there have been 6,439,862 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

42,776 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 13 October 2021.

Between 7 October 2021 and 13 October 2021, 273,510 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 13.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

49,252,939 people had been given a first dose by the end of 12 October 2021.

45,239,759 people had been given a second dose by the end of 12 October 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

754 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 9 October 2021.

Between 3 October 2021 and 9 October 2021, 5,416 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 6.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,011 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 12 October 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 780 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 12 October 2021.

Deaths
There were 136 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 13 October 2021.

Between 7 October 2021 and 13 October 2021, there have been 788 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 2.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: NHS Covid pass app suffers outage

Written By: Howard on 10/14/21 at 4:07 am


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The NHS Covid Pass, which is used to show a person's vaccination status for travel and events, has stopped working.

The feature, contained in the NHS smartphone app, usually allows users to access a barcode or text records about which vaccine doses they have had.

Instead, users are receiving error messages or a notice saying that high traffic volumes are "limiting access to the service".

In a post on Twitter, NHS Digital says there are currently issues with accessing the Covid Pass on the NHS App and website and it is investigating.

The digital pass can be used by those over 16 years old who were vaccinated in England, Wales or the Isle of Man.

Does this need a password to access it? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/21 at 4:15 am


Does this need a password to access it? ???
The system crashed, and it is an app on the phone.

Subject: Covid: New WHO group may be last chance to find virus origins

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/21 at 6:06 am

The World Health Organization (WHO) says a new taskforce may be the last chance to find the origins of Covid-19.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-58905945

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Record numbers of patients are facing long waits in A&E

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/21 at 8:49 am

Nearly 470,000 patients – one in four of those who visited an A&E during September – waited longer than four hours to be treated, new figures show.

That is the worst performance since the four-hour target was brought in in 2004.

Those that then went on to be admitted on to a ward faced record long waits for a bed, so-called “trolley waits”.

These tend to be the most seriously-ill and frail patients.

Of the 386,000 who were admitted, more than a quarter waited over four hours for a bed to become free.

And more than 5,000 had to wait over 12 hours.

Subject: Covid rates continue to rise in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/21 at 10:14 am

Case rates in England are continuing to rise in all age groups, according to the UK Health Security Agency.

The highest rate is among 10 to 19-year-olds, with 1,120.8 cases per 100,000 people in the seven days to 10 October, up week-on-week from 1,061.8.

This is followed by five to nine-year-olds, for whom rates are up from 484.2 to 574.2.

For both age groups this is the highest weekly rate since this data was first collected in October 2020.

The lowest rate is among people aged 80 and over, at 110.8, up from 90.2.

Vaccination rates are lower in under-18s, as healthy 16 and 17-year-olds were only offered a Covid jab from early August, while first doses have been offered to 12 to 15-year-olds since 20 September.

Meanwhile, cases are also rising in all regions of England, the data shows.

The East Midlands has the highest rate, with 488.7 cases per 100,000 people, up from 450. London has the lowest rate at 214.2, up from 204.6.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/21 at 10:55 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,045,158 tests reported on 13 October 2021. This shows a decrease of -2.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 7 October 2021 and 13 October 2021, there have been 6,412,280 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

45,066 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 14 October 2021.

Between 8 October 2021 and 14 October 2021, 277,875 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 13.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

49,291,665 people had been given a first dose by the end of 13 October 2021.

45,269,240 people had been given a second dose by the end of 13 October 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

719 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 10 October 2021.

Between 4 October 2021 and 10 October 2021, 5,423 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 5.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,024 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 13 October 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 781 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 13 October 2021.

Deaths
There were 157 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 14 October 2021.

Between 8 October 2021 and 14 October 2021, there have been 823 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 9.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Should we be concerned by this latest rise in cases?

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/21 at 11:58 am

Since July, infection rates have been bobbling around – with periods of increases followed by drops.

That is a sign we have reached an equilibrium whereby the amount of immunity in the population keeps the virus in check.

However, it is now clear we are seeing the most sustained rise since July, with more than 45,000 new cases reported in the UK today.

There was always a concern the autumn could prompt a significant rise.

A combination of an increase in mixing with waning immunity could unbalance that equilibrium.

What is noticeable about the latest figures is that there are signs infection rates are going up in older age groups and not just in teenagers, certainly in England. That is a worry because of the impact it will have on hospital cases.

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But what remains to be seen is how long this rise lasts – and what the consequences will be.

The roll-out of boosters will offer more protection to those at highest risk of serious illness.

The vaccination of children may help drive down overall infection levels.

With flu just beginning to take-off and a virus called RSV, the leading cause of hospitalisation for respiratory illness among the under fives, at high levels, it is easy to see why there is such concern about what the coming months will bring.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/21 at 3:38 am

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest UK daily deaths and cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/21 at 11:59 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 980,528 tests reported on 17 October 2021. This shows an increase of 0.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 11 October 2021 and 17 October 2021, there have been 6,454,847 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

49,156 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 18 October 2021.

Between 12 October 2021 and 18 October 2021, 309,013 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 16.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

49,422,753 people had been given a first dose by the end of 17 October 2021.

45,377,411 people had been given a second dose by the end of 17 October 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

915 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 12 October 2021.

Between 6 October 2021 and 12 October 2021, 5,561 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 6.9% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,097 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 15 October 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 791 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 15 October 2021.

Deaths
There were 45 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 18 October 2021.

Between 12 October 2021 and 18 October 2021, there have been 869 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 11.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Face masks compulsory in Northern Ireland for winter

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/21 at 8:55 am

Wearing face coverings in crowded indoor spaces will remain a legal requirement in Northern Ireland throughout autumn and winter, the executive says.

It is part of the executive's winter Covid contingency plans, outlined today.

First Minister Paul Givan says there will also be a "focus on flexible and hybrid working" in workplaces.

He also set out a range of options if Covid cases rise sharply or hospital pressures become "unsustainable".

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): What's the latest from around the world?

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/21 at 9:29 am

Here are the latest Covid headlines from around the world:

# New Zealand has recorded 94 new Covid-19 cases - its highest daily total since the pandemic began. Almost all the cases are in the largest city, Auckland.

# Australia's Victoria state says it's unlikely unvaccinated players will be allowed into the country to play in the Australian Open. That puts Novak Djokovic's Grand Slam defence in doubt.

# A top US college football coach has been fired for refusing to be vaccinated against Covid. Nick Rolovich lost his $3.1m (£2.25m)-a-year job for refusing to comply with Washington's state vaccine mandate.

# Russia has again reported a record daily number of coronavirus-related deaths, amid a surge in Covid cases and deaths across eastern Europe. Bulgaria and Ukraine, where vaccine-uptake has been lower, are also seeing their highest number of cases in months.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/21 at 10:29 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 911,550 tests reported on 18 October 2021. This shows an increase of 0.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 12 October 2021 and 18 October 2021, there have been 6,430,109 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

43,738 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 19 October 2021.

Between 13 October 2021 and 19 October 2021, 314,231 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 16.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

49,462,425 people had been given a first dose by the end of 18 October 2021.

45,400,990 people had been given a second dose by the end of 18 October 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

921 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 15 October 2021.

Between 9 October 2021 and 15 October 2021, 5,937 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 10.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,749 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 18 October 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 823 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 18 October 2021.

Deaths
There were 223 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 19 October 2021.

Between 13 October 2021 and 19 October 2021, there have been 911 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 14.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: New mutation of Delta variant under close watch in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/21 at 10:33 am

Health officials are keeping a close watch on a new descendent of the Delta variant of Covid that is causing a growing number of infections.

Delta is the UK's dominant variant, but latest official data suggests 6% of Covid cases that have been genetically sequenced are of a new type.

AY.4.2, which some are calling "Delta plus", contains mutations that might give the virus survival advantages.

Tests are under way to understand how much of a threat it may pose.

But it is not yet considered a variant of concern, or a variant under investigation - the categories assigned to variants and the level of risk associated with them.

Subject: About 209,000 children off school in England due to Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/21 at 10:46 am

The number of pupils missing school in England due to Covid-19 has risen over the last fortnight, with 2.6% of all pupils - about 209,000 children - not attending class for coronavirus-related reasons on Thursday last week.

In the snapshot two weeks earlier on September 30, the figure was 2.5%, or about 204,000.

The main reason for absence was a positive test for coronavirus, affecting 111,000 pupils compared to 102,000 a fortnight earlier.

But althought Covid-related absences were up, the total proportion of students in class actually rose slightly, with 90% attending on 14 October, compared to 89.5% in September.

Subject: New outbreaks a cause for concern in China

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/21 at 11:48 am

Since the weekend, spates of Covid-19 cases have been confirmed in multiple Chinese provinces and provincial-level regions.

Mainstream media are reporting that at least nine cases have been confirmed in Shaanxi province, seven in Inner Mongolia, and six in Gansu – all in China’s north.

Individual cases have also been detected in Beijing, Guizhou, Ningxia and Hunan province. The Beijing case was a close contact of an earlier patient; the remaining three cases all had a history of travel in Gansu.

Although cases remain in the single digits in each provincial-level region, there are fears that China could be on the cusp of a more widespread winter outbreak.

The Global Times newspaper says that many patients are elderly, and although vaccinated, they had travelled as part of a cross-provincial tour group to multiple tourist sites.

This outbreak comes off the back of a major travel period in China. More than half a million journeys were made during the first week of October for the annual national holiday, Golden Week.

Today, parts of Inner Mongolia and Gansu have gone into lockdown. Tourist sites have closed in multiple regions, and some travel restrictions are being introduced into affected regions.

Subject: Stay at home, Moscow orders unvaccinated elderly

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/21 at 12:18 pm

Unvaccinated elderly people in Moscow have been ordered to stay at home for four months, amid a surge in cases and deaths in Russia.

Mayor Sergei Sobyanin says all over-60s must stay at home from 25 October until 25 February, unless they are vaccinated or have had Covid in the past six months.

Under new measures announced by Sobyanin, businesses must also transfer at least 30% of their staff to working from home.

They are the first Covid restrictions ordered by the Russian capital since the summer.

The measures come as officially reported daily new cases and deaths caused by Covid in Russia continue to grow. Earlier today, authorities reported 1,015 daily Covid deaths - another record high.

Subject: Re: Face masks compulsory in Northern Ireland for winter

Written By: Howard on 10/19/21 at 1:53 pm


Wearing face coverings in crowded indoor spaces will remain a legal requirement in Northern Ireland throughout autumn and winter, the executive says.

It is part of the executive's winter Covid contingency plans, outlined today.

First Minister Paul Givan says there will also be a "focus on flexible and hybrid working" in workplaces.

He also set out a range of options if Covid cases rise sharply or hospital pressures become "unsustainable".

I don't think this mandate will go away anytime soon.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/19/21 at 2:13 pm


I don't think this mandate will go away anytime soon.
It looking so in the UK, in readiness for the winter season.

Subject: NHS chiefs urge UK government to reintroduce Covid rules

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/21 at 3:16 am

The NHS Confederation, which represents health service organisations, says the government's “Plan B” – the back-up strategy that includes mandatory face coverings in crowded places – should be implemented to prevent England from "stumbling into a winter crisis".

Yesterday, a further 223 deaths were recorded. This is the highest number of Covid fatalities since March. Daily cases have been above 40,000 for seven days in a row.

The government says it does not plan to introduce further measures but is keeping a “very close eye” on the data.

Subject: How quickly is Covid spreading in the UK?

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/21 at 5:07 am

The number of Covid cases in the UK continues to rise, according to the latest government figures.

There were 43,738 new cases reported on Tuesday, which means there were almost 45,000 cases on average each day in the past week. That means the total number of new cases reported is up 16.1% on the week before.

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The impact of the vaccination programme is reducing serious illness from Covid infection, but hospital admission and deaths are still beginning to rise.

The number of Covid patients admitted to hospital in the past seven days was up 10% on the previous week, and 7,749 people are currently in hospital with the virus.

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Yesterday saw the highest number of Covid deaths for seven months - since the middle of March - with a further 223 deaths recorded within 28 days of a positive test. On average, there were 130 deaths reported per day in the past week.

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Subject: ICU doctor says situation in hospitals is 'incredibly serious'

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/21 at 5:13 am

Charlotte Summers, professor of intensive care medicine at the University of Cambridge, has told the BBC that the current situation in NHS intensive care units is “incredibly serious”.

One in five intensive care beds in the UK are currently occupied with Covid patients.

As Covid patients tend to stay in hospital for longer, Prof Summers says that “for every Covid patient that comes to join us, we can do fewer cases of elective surgery”.

Speaking to the Today programme, she says doctors are dealing with increased winter pressures, so reducing the number of Covid hospitalisations would make a significant difference.

Prof Summers also highlights that staffing shortages within the NHS contribute to the severity of the situation. She says ICUs in the UK “went into the pandemic with fewer nursing and medical staff than you would see in Europe” in the same setting, and with “a significant number of vacancies”.

“Providing services with exhausted staff, fewer staff and to more patients is incredibly challenging and more so than any other year,” she adds.

Subject: Health Secretary Sajid Javid to hold press conference this afternoon

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/21 at 6:43 am

BREAKING:

Health Secretary Sajid Javid will hold a press conference this afternoon.

He is due to speak at 17:00 BST and is expected to focus on booster vaccinations and the work of the government's antivirals taskforce.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/20/21 at 6:49 am


It looking so in the UK, in readiness for the winter season.

I meant in the NYC metropolitan area.

Subject: Poland reports highest daily cases since May

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/21 at 7:08 am

Poland’s health ministry has reported 5,559 new daily Covid-19 infections, the first time they have exceeded 5,000 since May - and more than double the number recorded a week ago.

The ministry says there have also been another 75 coronavirus-related deaths. Two of the three provinces with the highest number of new infections also have the country’s lowest vaccination rates.

To date, 19.76 million Poles - about 52% of the total population - are fully vaccinated.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/21 at 9:23 am


The number of Covid cases in the UK continues to rise, according to the latest government figures.

There were 43,738 new cases reported on Tuesday, which means there were almost 45,000 cases on average each day in the past week. That means the total number of new cases reported is up 16.1% on the week before.

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The impact of the vaccination programme is reducing serious illness from Covid infection, but hospital admission and deaths are still beginning to rise.

The number of Covid patients admitted to hospital in the past seven days was up 10% on the previous week, and 7,749 people are currently in hospital with the virus.

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Yesterday saw the highest number of Covid deaths for seven months - since the middle of March - with a further 223 deaths recorded within 28 days of a positive test. On average, there were 130 deaths reported per day in the past week.

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I am continuing with my shielding, being safe and avoiding crowds.

Subject: Morocco suspends direct flights to and from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/21 at 9:33 am

Morocco is suspending direct flights with the UK over Covid-19 concerns, the country's largest airline, Royal Air Maroc, says.

The suspension comes into force at 11:59 BST tonight.

Flights to and from Germany and the Netherlands will also be suspended.

Daily UK Covid cases have been above 40,000 for seven days in a row, with 43,738 new infections reported on Tuesday, and the number of patients in hospital rose by 10% in a week to 7,749 on Monday. Covid deaths, however, remain far below last winter's peak.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/21 at 11:02 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 877,223 tests reported on 19 October 2021. This shows a decrease of -0.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 13 October 2021 and 19 October 2021, there have been 6,433,834 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

49,139 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 20 October 2021.

Between 14 October 2021 and 20 October 2021, 320,594 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 17.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

49,505,327 people had been given a first dose by the end of 19 October 2021.

45,433,757 people had been given a second dose by the end of 19 October 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

869 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 16 October 2021.

Between 10 October 2021 and 16 October 2021, 6,074 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 11.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,891 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 19 October 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 850 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 19 October 2021.

Deaths
There were 179 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 20 October 2021.

Between 14 October 2021 and 20 October 2021, there have been 954 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 21.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: UK announces deal for Covid antiviral drugs

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/21 at 11:15 am

The UK government has announced deals for Covid-19 antivirals which it says could be groundbreaking this winter.

Antivirals are treatments used to either treat those who are infected with a virus or protect high-risk people who may have been exposed to the virus.

The two new treatments are molnupiravir from Merck (MSD) and ritonavir from Pfizer.

The two new antivirals are expected to be given to those most at risk from the virus, helping reduce the severity of symptoms and ease pressure on the NHS over winter, the government says.

Both first need to be evaluated by the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).

A recent interim clinical trial results suggested that molnupiravir cuts the risk of hospitalisation or death by about half.

Chair of the Antivirals Taskforce Eddie Gray said: "This is a very important development in our mission to find antivirals for those exposed to Covid-19, supporting the renowned vaccination programme and the NHS over the coming months."

Subject: Health secretary's press conference

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/21 at 12:39 pm


BREAKING:

Health Secretary Sajid Javid will hold a press conference this afternoon.

He is due to speak at 17:00 BST and is expected to focus on booster vaccinations and the work of the government's antivirals taskforce.


Health Secretary Sajid Javid warns daily cases could hit 100,000 in the UK this winter.

He urges the public to take precautions - but he says there are no plans to tighten restrictions in England.

Javid also says 4m booster jabs have now been delivered, and announces two new antiviral drugs to treat Covid.

More on the press conference here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-58985617

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/20/21 at 2:54 pm


I am continuing with my shielding, being safe and avoiding crowds.

For me I cannot help it since I'm always around crowds at my job.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/21 at 3:02 pm


For me I cannot help it since I'm always around crowds at my job.
Please take good care.

Subject: London travellers without masks prosecuted

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/20/21 at 3:03 pm

Nearly 2,000 people have been prosecuted for not wearing face coverings on London's public transport, figures show. From June 2020 until July this year, everyone travelling on the transport network was required to wear a mask unless exempt, as a condition of carriage - or else face a fine from Transport for London. If unpaid, that could lead to a prosecution. Wearing a mask is still a condition of carriage but not a legal requirement, meaning people cannot be fined.

Subject: Singer-Songwriter Ed Sheeran Now Isolating After Testing Positive For Covid-19

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 10/24/21 at 1:52 pm

Singer-Songwriter Ed Sheeran Now Isolating After Testing Positive For Covid-19:

https://deadline.com/2021/10/ed-sheeran-covid-19-self-isolating-after-testing-positive-1234861450/

In an Instagram post today, chart-topping singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran said he will self-isolate after testing positive for Covid-19.

Despite the precautions, Sheeran vowed that he would continue to give planned interviews and performances from home. His new album, titled “=,” will be released on Friday.

“Apologies to anyone I’ve let down, be safe everyone x” he wrote on his post.

Sheeran performed in London last week as part of the inaugural Earthshot Prize awards, hosted by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.

Subject: Re: Covid: New WHO group may be last chance to find virus origins

Written By: nally on 10/24/21 at 6:24 pm


The World Health Organization (WHO) says a new taskforce may be the last chance to find the origins of Covid-19.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-58905945

I hope they can do it. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/21 at 3:07 am


Singer-Songwriter Ed Sheeran Now Isolating After Testing Positive For Covid-19:

https://deadline.com/2021/10/ed-sheeran-covid-19-self-isolating-after-testing-positive-1234861450/

In an Instagram post today, chart-topping singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran said he will self-isolate after testing positive for Covid-19.

Despite the precautions, Sheeran vowed that he would continue to give planned interviews and performances from home. His new album, titled “=,” will be released on Friday.

“Apologies to anyone I’ve let down, be safe everyone x” he wrote on his post.

Sheeran performed in London last week as part of the inaugural Earthshot Prize awards, hosted by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
I wish him well, but it still shows that Covid has not gone away.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/26/21 at 3:31 am


I wish him well, but it still shows that Covid has not gone away.

I wish him well, hope he recovers soon.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/21 at 3:35 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/15613/production/_121217578_uk_card_with_vax_2doses_25oct-nc.png

Subject: More than half of eligible over-50s in England have had booster

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/21 at 7:47 am

Yesterday, it was annoucned that more than 6.1 million booster vaccine doses have now been given across the UK.

Now, the NHS says that means it has administered booster shots to half of all the eligible over-50s in England.

"More than 4.5 million people aged 50 and over - 4,547,927 people - have received a top up in protection in less than six weeks," NHS England says.

A further two million invitations are being sent out by the NHS this week.

Dr Nikki Kanani, NHS deputy vaccination programme lead, says: “The booster is not a nice to have - it is really important you come forward for yours as soon as you become eligible."

Subject: Covid rates in Wales hit new record high

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/21 at 8:10 am

Covid rates in Wales have hit another new record high, according to health officials.

Figures published on Tuesday showed a rate of 719.9 cases for every 100,000 people over the last seven days.

The number of Covid cases in Wales remains the highest infection rate of all the UK nations.

But one of the heads of Public Health Wales said he felt the levels of infection were beginning to slow.

"We are looking at fairly high rates compared to other times in the pandemic response," accepted Dr Fu-Meng Khaw, who is the national director of health protection at PHW.

"But I feel that we are plateauing."

He said the daily number of cases in Wales stood between 2,500 and 3,000 new infections.

Dr Khaw said all the models looking at the latest wave of Covid suggested it would begin to fall in the near future, despite the current high levels.

"I am confident that over the coming weeks we will start seeing a drop," he told BBC Wales.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-59050903

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/21 at 10:31 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 820,481 tests reported on 25 October 2021. This shows a decrease of -3.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 19 October 2021 and 25 October 2021, there have been 6,215,946 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

40,954 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 26 October 2021.

Between 20 October 2021 and 26 October 2021, 312,914 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -0.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

49,753,037 people had been given a first dose by the end of 25 October 2021.

45,582,891 people had been given a second dose by the end of 25 October 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

916 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 22 October 2021.

Between 16 October 2021 and 22 October 2021, 6,953 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 16.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 8,693 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 25 October 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 913 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 25 October 2021.

Deaths
There were 263 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 26 October 2021.

Between 20 October 2021 and 26 October 2021, there have been 982 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 7.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/26/21 at 10:48 am


Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 820,481 tests reported on 25 October 2021. This shows a decrease of -3.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 19 October 2021 and 25 October 2021, there have been 6,215,946 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

40,954 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 26 October 2021.

Between 20 October 2021 and 26 October 2021, 312,914 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -0.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

49,753,037 people had been given a first dose by the end of 25 October 2021.

45,582,891 people had been given a second dose by the end of 25 October 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

916 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 22 October 2021.

Between 16 October 2021 and 22 October 2021, 6,953 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 16.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 8,693 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 25 October 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 913 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 25 October 2021.

Deaths
There were 263 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 26 October 2021.

Between 20 October 2021 and 26 October 2021, there have been 982 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 7.8% compared to the previous 7 days.
The UK has recorded another 263 deaths within 28 days of a positive test - the highest daily figure since 3 March.

Figures for daily deaths tend to be higher on a Tuesday because of recording delays over the weekend.

Due to technical issues, today's figures also include deaths and cases in Wales covering a 72-hour period.

However, the total number of deaths recorded over the past seven days is up 7.8% on the previous week

Another 40,954 cases have also been recorded - a slight rise on yesterday's figure of 36,567.

Before today, cases had fallen for four days in a row.

The total number of cases recorded over the past seven days is down slightly - by 0.4% - on the previous week.

Subject: Labour leader Keir Starmer tests positive for COVID

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/21 at 6:33 am

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has tested positive for coronavirus so will miss the opportunity to challenge the government in-person on its budget this afternoon.

https://news.sky.com/story/labour-leader-keir-starmer-tests-positive-for-covid-12445900

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/21 at 10:27 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 802,547 tests reported on 26 October 2021. This shows a decrease of -4.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 20 October 2021 and 26 October 2021, there have been 6,141,270 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

43,941 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 27 October 2021.

Between 21 October 2021 and 27 October 2021, 307,716 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -4.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

49,794,120 people had been given a first dose by the end of 26 October 2021.

45,605,922 people had been given a second dose by the end of 26 October 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

894 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 23 October 2021.

Between 17 October 2021 and 23 October 2021, 6,990 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 14.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 8,801 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 26 October 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 950 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 26 October 2021.

Deaths
There were 207 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 27 October 2021.

Between 21 October 2021 and 27 October 2021, there have been 1,010 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows an increase of 5.9% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid-19 deaths pass five million worldwide

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/02/21 at 10:31 am

More than five million people are known to have died of Covid-19 worldwide, 19 months since the pandemic began, according to Johns Hopkins University.

Vaccines have slowed the death rate, but some health experts say the true toll could be far higher.

The milestone comes amid warnings from health officials that cases and deaths in some places are rising for the first time in months.

Nearly 250 million cases of the virus have been recorded worldwide.

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates the pandemic's real global death toll could be two to three times higher than official records.

In the US, more than 745,800 people have died, making it the country with the highest number of recorded deaths.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-59119731

Subject: Re: Covid-19 deaths pass five million worldwide

Written By: nally on 11/03/21 at 12:02 am


More than five million people are known to have died of Covid-19 worldwide, 19 months since the pandemic began, according to Johns Hopkins University.

Vaccines have slowed the death rate, but some health experts say the true toll could be far higher.

The milestone comes amid warnings from health officials that cases and deaths in some places are rising for the first time in months.

Nearly 250 million cases of the virus have been recorded worldwide.

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates the pandemic's real global death toll could be two to three times higher than official records.

In the US, more than 745,800 people have died, making it the country with the highest number of recorded deaths.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-59119731


At least the rate in which they are dying has lessened.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/21 at 2:43 am


At least the rate in which they are dying has lessened.
So true, and good news on that, but the virus is still out there.

Subject: China school locks down children after one Covid case

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/21 at 2:45 am

Dozens of students were held inside a Chinese primary school for hours after it was locked down because a staff member tested positive for Covid-19.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-59144554

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/03/21 at 3:58 am


So true, and good news on that, but the virus is still out there.

It's not going away anytime soon.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/21 at 4:53 am


It's not going away anytime soon.
We are all hoping that Christmas will not be cancelled.

Subject: Covid: Hard months to come in pandemic for UK, says Van-Tam

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/03/21 at 8:35 am

"Very high" coronavirus rates in the UK at present mean there are hard months to come, England's deputy chief medical officer has warned.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59147248

Subject: Re: Covid-19 deaths pass five million worldwide

Written By: nally on 11/03/21 at 10:52 pm


So true, and good news on that, but the virus is still out there.

True that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/04/21 at 4:02 am


We are all hoping that Christmas will not be cancelled.

Might be shopping online still.

Subject: First pill to treat Covid gets approval in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/21 at 12:45 pm

The first pill designed to treat symptomatic Covid has been approved by the UK medicines regulator.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59163899

Subject: Re: First pill to treat Covid gets approval in UK

Written By: nally on 11/04/21 at 8:02 pm


Might be shopping online still.

I am considering doing that again this year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/21 at 8:35 am


Might be shopping online still.

I am considering doing that again this year.
I am hesitant to shop online for the fear of my bank account details being hacked.

Subject: Covid: Unvaccinated urged to come forward before winter

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/21 at 8:43 am

As winter approaches, NHS bosses are urging any of the 4.5 million people in England who haven't had a first vaccine dose to come forward and get one.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59179851

Subject: Covid-19: US reopens border to UK travellers after almost two years

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/08/21 at 9:39 am

UK visitors are now able to travel to the US for the first time in nearly two years.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59197366

Subject: Re: Covid: Unvaccinated urged to come forward before winter

Written By: nally on 11/08/21 at 11:38 pm


I am hesitant to shop online for the fear of my bank account details being hacked.

The only site I've shopped on is Amazon, where my details have been safe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: US reopens border to UK travellers after almost two years

Written By: nally on 11/08/21 at 11:39 pm


UK visitors are now able to travel to the US for the first time in nearly two years.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59197366

Heard about this on the local news this morning. In fact, the US is lifting travel bans on international travel, not just those of UK. However, the UK was mentioned notably on the report. O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/21 at 12:41 am


Heard about this on the local news this morning. In fact, the US is lifting travel bans on international travel, not just those of UK. However, the UK was mentioned notably on the report. O0
My family just wish to go to NYC, they were planning months before the pandemic started, if they go, I will still stay safe at home.

Subject: Covid-19: Vaccines to be compulsory for frontline NHS staff in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/09/21 at 2:48 am

Frontline NHS England staff will have to be fully vaccinated against Covid, the government is expected to announce later.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59215282

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/09/21 at 3:52 am


I am hesitant to shop online for the fear of my bank account details being hacked.

Always try to be careful for hackers when shopping online during the holidays.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/09/21 at 3:52 am


My family just wish to go to NYC, they were planning months before the pandemic started, if they go, I will still stay safe at home.

That's a good idea. O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19: US reopens border to UK travellers after almost two years

Written By: nally on 11/09/21 at 10:35 pm


My family just wish to go to NYC, they were planning months before the pandemic started, if they go, I will still stay safe at home.

That's a good idea. O0

I agree with Howard. O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/10/21 at 4:05 am

A woman got kicked off public transportation yesterday morning because she was an anti-masker, The police man came on the bus and told her to step down.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/21 at 4:18 am


A woman got kicked off public transportation yesterday morning because she was an anti-masker, The police man came on the bus and told her to step down.
Good!

Subject: German Covid surge prompts warning of 100,000 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/21 at 12:09 pm

German virologist Christian Drosten has warned that a further 100,000 people will die from Covid-19 if nothing is done to halt a fourth wave spreading across the country. On Wednesday, Germany registered almost 40,000 daily cases, the highest since the pandemic began. "We have to act right now," said Mr Drosten, describing the situation as an emergency. The latest statistics for the UK for 10 November showed 39,329 tested positive.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/10/21 at 12:46 pm

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/news/976/cpsprodpb/10E15/production/_121514196_covidstats10nov.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Vaccines to be compulsory for frontline NHS staff in England

Written By: nally on 11/10/21 at 11:36 pm


A woman got kicked off public transportation yesterday morning because she was an anti-masker, The police man came on the bus and told her to step down.

Obviously she doesn't take the pandemic seriously or think it's a big deal. Good job, officer! O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Vaccines to be compulsory for frontline NHS staff in England

Written By: Howard on 11/11/21 at 4:04 am


Obviously she doesn't take the pandemic seriously or think it's a big deal. Good job, officer! O0

People sometimes want to dis-obey the law and think it's their right to not wear a mask if they choose not to but if you don't you will unfortunately pay the consequences.

Subject: Covid: First UK case in pet dog confirmed by top vet

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/11/21 at 8:51 am

A dog has tested positive for Covid - the first documented case of its kind in the UK - officials have confirmed.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59246304

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Vaccines to be compulsory for frontline NHS staff in England

Written By: nally on 11/11/21 at 10:21 pm


People sometimes want to disobey the law and think it's their right to not wear a mask if they choose not to but if you don't you will unfortunately pay the consequences.

Yes, that will happen.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/12/21 at 6:14 am


People sometimes want to dis-obey the law and think it's their right to not wear a mask if they choose not to but if you don't you will unfortunately pay the consequences.
People pretend to be exempt from wearing masks, they are the ones showing no concern to others.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Vaccines to be compulsory for frontline NHS staff in England

Written By: nally on 11/12/21 at 11:21 pm


People pretend to be exempt from wearing masks, they are the ones showing no concern to others.

You are so right about that. People seem to think they're above the law, or it doesn't apply to them...which is not the way things are.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/13/21 at 7:09 am


People pretend to be exempt from wearing masks, they are the ones showing no concern to others.

They're the ones who don't care.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19: Vaccines to be compulsory for frontline NHS staff in England

Written By: Howard on 11/13/21 at 7:10 am


You are so right about that. People seem to think they're above the law, or it doesn't apply to them...which is not the way things are.

Either wear the mask or get off the bus!  ::)

Subject: Lockdown for unvaccinated in Austria

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/21 at 2:05 am

As Austria faces a surge in Covid cases, about two million people who have not been fully vaccinated are in lockdown. They can only leave home for certain reasons, including going to work and buying food, during the initial 10-day period. "We are not taking this step lightly but unfortunately it is necessary," Chancellor Alexander Schallenberg says. With about 65% of the population fully vaccinated, the country has one of the lowest rates in western Europe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/21 at 2:06 am


Either wear the mask or get off the bus!  ::)
I do not get on the bus in the first place!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/15/21 at 3:44 am


I do not get on the bus in the first place!

So what do you use for public transportation? ???

Subject: Covid booster doses to be offered to over-40s

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/21 at 5:19 am

All over-40s should be offered a third dose of a Covid vaccine, according to the UK government's vaccine advisers.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59289008

Subject: Irish Republic to consider new measures amid rising cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/21 at 9:36 am

The Irish Republic's cabinet sub-committee on Covid-19 will meet this evening to decide what measures to introduce to deal with a recent rise in cases.

On Sunday, 3,805 new Covid-19 cases were reported, with 582 people in hospital and 106 in intensive care.

Taoiseach (prime minister) Mícheál Martin has described the situation as extremely concerning.

The advisory National Public Health Emergency Team has suggested people work from home when feasible.

Martin says "nothing can be ruled out" out, but ministers in the sub-committee are very unlikely to recommend a lockdown to the full cabinet on Tuesday.

Subject: UK reports 39,705 new Covid cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/21 at 10:40 am

A further 39,705 Covid cases have been recorded in the UK in the latest 24-hour period.

Deaths, which usually lag behind cases (because of the weekend), continue to fall, with 47 reported over the past 24 hours.

Subject: Re: Lockdown for unvaccinated in Austria

Written By: nally on 11/15/21 at 10:41 pm


I do not get on the bus in the first place!

I have not been on one in ages myself.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/21 at 10:46 pm


So what do you use for public transportation? ???
For local places I walk, and as a passenger in my son's car.

Subject: Re: UK reports 39,705 new Covid cases

Written By: nally on 11/15/21 at 10:47 pm


For local places I walk, and as a passenger in my son's car.

It's good that you have that capability. O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/21 at 10:48 pm


I have not been on one in ages myself.
Last on a train or bus was September 2020 and on the Tube September this year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/21 at 10:49 pm


It's good that you have that capability. O0
After my walk yesterday my legs feel like jelly, I will not be going far today.

Subject: Re: UK reports 39,705 new Covid cases

Written By: nally on 11/15/21 at 10:52 pm


Last on a train or bus was September 2020 and on the Tube September this year.

I have not been on a train in over a decade! I was a regular on the local commuter train during all my years as an undergrad student at CSUN, plus the time in 2010 that I had that temporary job in downtown L.A. And when I was in San Francisco with my family on my first cruise in 2012, we rode various public transportation there.

So, I don't think I've been on any public transportation since then. My dad was also a regular rider on the commuter train to and from his work in downtown L.A. until his layoff in '14.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/15/21 at 10:55 pm


I have not been on a train in over a decade! I was a regular on the local commuter train during all my years as an undergrad student at CSUN, plus the time in 2010 that I had that temporary job in downtown L.A. And when I was in San Francisco with my family on my first cruise in 2012, we rode various public transportation there.

So, I don't think I've been on any public transportation since then. My dad was also a regular rider on the commuter train to and from his work in downtown L.A. until his layoff in '14.
That is a long time. Before the pandemic, I would travel all over London on my freedom pass.

Subject: Re: Irish Republic to consider new measures amid rising cases

Written By: nally on 11/15/21 at 10:58 pm


That is a long time.

Yep. Hard to believe it's been 7 years since anyone in my household used any public transportation.



Before the pandemic, I would travel all over London on my freedom pass.

...which makes sense. O0

Subject: Re: Lockdown for unvaccinated in Austria

Written By: Howard on 11/16/21 at 3:29 am


I have not been on one in ages myself.

I have no choice, I need public transportation so I need to keep myself safe.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/16/21 at 3:30 am


Last on a train or bus was September 2020 and on the Tube September this year.

Last time I been on a train was 18 years ago.

Subject: Rise in Covid death registrations in England and Wales

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/16/21 at 5:06 am

A total of 995 deaths registered in England and Wales in the week ending 5 November mentioned Covid-19 on the death certificate, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

This is up 16% on the previous week and is the highest number since the week to 12 March.

Around one in 12 (8.6%) of all deaths registered in England and Wales in the week to 5 November mentioned Covid-19 on the death certificate.

Subject: Qatar places UK on its travel red list

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/16/21 at 8:28 am

Qatar has added the UK to its international travel red list, meaning even fully vaccinated travellers must stay in hotel quarantine for two days on arrival.

Unvaccinated people arriving from the UK will be required to spend seven days quarantining in a hotel.

The decision is likely to affect thousands of people planning to visit the popular winter sun destination.

Along with the UK, another 20 countries were added to Qatar's red list, including Russia, Singapore, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates.

It comes after Morocco banned direct flights from the UK, Germany and the Netherlands on 20 October, amid high levels of Covid infections in all three countries.

Subject: Covid-19: Pubs curfew and working at home return in Ireland

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/16/21 at 3:43 pm

New Covid-19 restrictions in the Republic of Ireland are due to "another surge" of the virus, the taoiseach (Irish prime minister) has said.

Micheál Martin said the "advice is now that everyone should work from home unless it is absolutely necessary".

Workers began to return to offices in September when restrictions were eased.

Mr Martin also confirmed an earlier closing time of midnight for bars, restaurants and nightclubs from Thursday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-59305710

Subject: Re: Lockdown for unvaccinated in Austria

Written By: nally on 11/16/21 at 10:42 pm


I have no choice, I need public transportation so I need to keep myself safe.

I take it you don't drive?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/21 at 2:36 am


I have no choice, I need public transportation so I need to keep myself safe.
Have you considered getting a bicycle?

Subject: Re: Lockdown for unvaccinated in Austria

Written By: Howard on 11/17/21 at 3:48 am


I take it you don't drive?

No I've never driven before, I've been taking public transportation for over 30 years.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/17/21 at 3:48 am


Have you considered getting a bicycle?

I had a bicycle, I don't ride them anymore.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/21 at 6:05 am


I had a bicycle, I don't ride them anymore.
Perhaps you should now?

Subject: Hidden pandemic of antibiotic-resistant infections, health officials warn

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/21 at 6:06 am

UK health officials are warning of a "hidden pandemic" of antibiotic-resistant infections if people fail to act responsibly after Covid.

Cold symptoms will be more common this winter, with social mixing - but taking antibiotics is not the answer.

This could encourage harmful bacteria to evade treatment and put everyone's health at risk, the UK Health Security Agency says.

One in five people with an infection in 2020 had an antibiotic-resistant one.

And if the bacteria causing their infection no longer responds to treatment with these common medicines, this can cause serious complications and lead to hospital admission.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59310099

Subject: Czech Republic hits highest number of daily cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/21 at 6:34 am

The Czech Republic recorded 22,479 Covid cases yesterday, the highest daily number since the first case was recorded in March 2020.

The previous record was 17,778, in January 2021.There are currently 4,425 people in hospital, 661 of them in intensive care.

The outgoing government has so far failed to reach agreement on new measures to tackle the epidemic.

PM Andrej Babis says he hopes the cabinet will find consensus at their next meeting on Thursday (today is a public holiday).

The measures being discussed include an Austrian-style "lockdown for the unvaccinated" but this would be highly controversial in a country that already has a strong and vocal antivax constituency.

Of the overall population, 58% are now fully vaccinated - below the EU average of 65%. Similarly, some 68% of Czech adults are fully vaccinated, while the EU average is 76%.

Subject: Poland reports 31% weekly jump in new Covid cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/21 at 7:27 am

Poland is reporting 24,239 new Covid infections today, up 31% from a week ago, figures from the health ministry show. There are also 463 coronavirus-related deaths.

Over the last month, Poland has seen a spike in cases and today's new infections are the highest reported since April.

Poland’s vaccination rate is below the EU average. Currently, 64% of adults are fully vaccinated compared to the EU average of 74%.

There are now 15,316 people in hospital with Covid, up 32% in a week.

Most of the new admissions are people who are not vaccinated, health ministry officials say.

At least 18 temporary hospitals have been reactivated to accommodate the rising number of hospitalisations.

In Poland, there have been 3,254,875 infections since the start of the pandemic and 79,624 deaths.

Subject: Russia's Covid deaths hit another peak

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/21 at 9:52 am

Russia has set a new record number of daily coronavirus deaths, with 1,247 reported over the past 24 hours, up from 1,240 the previous day.

At the same time, it continues to log a falling number of daily infections - 36,626, down from 36,818 the day before.

The highest numbers of cases were posted by Moscow (2,966), St Petersburg (2,793), and Samara Region (1,785), according to figures published by the Moscow-based coronavirus HQ on its Telegram channel on 17 November.

The coronavirus HQ's cumulative death toll is considerably lower than official statistics published elsewhere.

On 29 October, Russian statistics agency Rosstat released its updated mortality figures for the first nine months of 2021, putting the total number of people who had died after confirmed or suspected Covid-19 infection since April 2020 at 462,352.

Subject: France cannot rule out more restrictions - scientific adviser

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/21 at 10:14 am

The French government's top scientific adviser says he can't rule out the government asking businesses to make a greater use of home-working as a means of tackling surging infections.

Jean-Francois Delfraissy tells France Inter radio the nation could "probably" cope with the current wave of cases, particularly if people follow restriction measures such as wearing face masks and social distancing.

He also emphasises the importance of the unvaccinated and those eligible for a third booster dose getting the jab.

"I remain cautiously optimistic...We have the tools to limit the impact of this fifth wave but it is going to be difficult with a hospital system which is tired," Delfraissy says, while also predicting that daily hospitalisations could jump to between 1,000 and 1,200 by early December.

France's recorded 19,778 new cases on Tuesday, the highest 24-hour increase since 25 August.

Subject: Austria hits daily infection record

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/21 at 10:24 am

Austria has hit a new daily record for Covid infections.

Daily infections rose to 14,416 on Wednesday, official data showed, the first time they have passed the 14,000 mark.

It comes three days into a controversial lockdown for those not fully vaccinated aimed at halting the surge.

About two million people are not fully vaccinated and can now only leave their homes for a limited number of reasons including going to work, shopping for essentials and "stretching your legs".

Subject: Fourth wave hitting Germay with 'full force' - Merkel

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/21 at 11:12 am

As Germany grapples with record Covid cases, Chancellor Angela Merkel has described the situation as "dramatic".

"The fourth wave is hitting our country with full force," she tells a congress of German city mayors.

"The number of daily new infections is higher than ever before... and the daily death toll is also frightening."

"It is not at all too late to decide for a first vaccination," she adds.

The Robert Koch Institute reports that cases in Germany have increased by 52,826 as the pandemic's fourth wave tightens its grip on Europe.

The central government and leaders of Germany's 16 states are due to meet this week to discuss new national restrictions, as the seven-day infection rate hits a new peak for the 10th consecutive day.

There are also concerns that Germany's renowned Christmas markets could be cancelled for a second year running.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 38,263 new confirmed cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/21 at 12:33 pm

The latest figures show that Covid cases in the UK are continuing to rise, with 38,263 reported in the last 24-hour period.

That means a rise of just over 15%, comparing the last seven days to the previous week.

There were also 201 deaths recorded. The seven-day average for reported deaths from Covid continues to fall, with a decline of just under 12%.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 11/17/21 at 4:23 pm


Have you considered getting a bicycle?


I wouldn’t cycle in the US. Most drivers seemed very ignorant of how to drive when passing a cyclist.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/17/21 at 4:41 pm


I had a bicycle, I don't ride them anymore.

Perhaps you should now?

I wouldn’t cycle in the US. Most drivers seemed very ignorant of how to drive when passing a cyclist.
Thank you

Howard ignore my suggestion on bicycles.

Subject: Re: Lockdown for unvaccinated in Austria

Written By: nally on 11/17/21 at 10:52 pm


No I've never driven before, I've been taking public transportation for over 30 years.

You never considered learning to drive? I'm kinda suprised.

However, given where you live, it seems public transportation is quite commonplace there.

I took public transportation for a lotta years before finally pursuing my driving license. (I was 27 when I finally got mine. And when I did, I was very happy about it because then I could take myself wherever I wanted/needed to go, whenever I wanted/needed to.)

Subject: Re: Hidden pandemic of antibiotic-resistant infections, health officials warn

Written By: nally on 11/17/21 at 10:53 pm


UK health officials are warning of a "hidden pandemic" of antibiotic-resistant infections if people fail to act responsibly after Covid.

Cold symptoms will be more common this winter, with social mixing - but taking antibiotics is not the answer.

This could encourage harmful bacteria to evade treatment and put everyone's health at risk, the UK Health Security Agency says.

One in five people with an infection in 2020 had an antibiotic-resistant one.

And if the bacteria causing their infection no longer responds to treatment with these common medicines, this can cause serious complications and lead to hospital admission.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59310099

:o

Well, this is a reminder that it ain't over yet. Not even close.

Subject: Re: Hidden pandemic of antibiotic-resistant infections, health officials warn

Written By: nally on 11/17/21 at 10:56 pm


I wouldn’t cycle in the US. Most drivers seemed very ignorant of how to drive when passing a cyclist.

I have noticed that here. Sometimes they don't even use the dedicated bike lane (which some major roads have).

I myself used to have a bike, but I never rode it outside my neighborhood where I lived while growing up. (I lived in a gated neighborhood for the first 20 years of my life.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/21 at 3:11 am


I wouldn’t cycle in the US. Most drivers seemed very ignorant of how to drive when passing a cyclist.
Does the USA have in any form like the Highway Code as we (the UK) do?

Subject: Germany to decide on extra measures amid cases rise

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/21 at 3:12 am

Here's a bit more on the situation in Germany, which is seeing a worrying rise in cases.

As we've reported, the country recorded a record number of daily coronavirus cases on Thursday, with 65,371 new infections. The Robert Koch Institute also reported a further 264 deaths in Germany.

It comes after Chancellor Angela Merkel warned the country is in the grip of a “dramatic” fourth wave of the pandemic, ahead of a crisis meeting with regional leaders to agree on measures.

She has called for an extra push on vaccinations to try to halt the progress of the virus.

Much of Europe is facing a surge in cases, with governments bringing in new measures to deal with the rise of infections.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 11/18/21 at 3:40 am


Perhaps you should now?

That would be good.

Subject: Re: Lockdown for unvaccinated in Austria

Written By: Howard on 11/18/21 at 3:43 am


You never considered learning to drive? I'm kinda suprised.

However, given where you live, it seems public transportation is quite commonplace there.

I took public transportation for a lotta years before finally pursuing my driving license. (I was 27 when I finally got mine. And when I did, I was very happy about it because then I could take myself wherever I wanted/needed to go, whenever I wanted/needed to.)

My Father is the one in our Family that drives, My Mother And I take public transportation.

Subject: Deaths in Russia hit peak for second day in row

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/21 at 5:00 am

Russia has reported a new record-breaking number of daily coronavirus deaths.

There were 1,251 Covid-19 deaths reported over the past 24 hours, up from 1,247 the previous day, according to official reports.

The number of officially reported new daily infections was also up at 37,374, from 36,626 the day before.

Subject: Belgium announces new Covid measures

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/21 at 5:30 am

As we've mentioned, Belgium has announced a series of measures in an attempt to avoid a lockdown. Here's some more detail.

Children in Belgium will have to wear masks from the age of 10 when indoors, rather than the current age of 12. Working from home will become compulsory from Saturday for four days a week and passes known as Covid Safe Tickets will be required in theatres, cinemas and museums.

A third booster vaccination will also be rolled out for all Belgians by the end of April 2022.

"All the alarm signals are red," said Prime Minister Alexander De Croo, as he told people to limit personal contact.

"Europe's map is quickly going red, and we are the same."

New cases in the country are rapidly approaching their highest point since October 2020's peak.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/21 at 5:31 am


Here's a bit more on the situation in Germany, which is seeing a worrying rise in cases.

As we've reported, the country recorded a record number of daily coronavirus cases on Thursday, with 65,371 new infections. The Robert Koch Institute also reported a further 264 deaths in Germany.

It comes after Chancellor Angela Merkel warned the country is in the grip of a “dramatic” fourth wave of the pandemic, ahead of a crisis meeting with regional leaders to agree on measures.

She has called for an extra push on vaccinations to try to halt the progress of the virus.

Much of Europe is facing a surge in cases, with governments bringing in new measures to deal with the rise of infections.
Breaking:
The Bundestag (Germany's lower house of parliament) has passed proposals for new restrictions put forward by the incoming SPD/Green/FDP governing coalition.

MPs voted in favour of a new set of measures, which would include access to public transport and the workplace only for people who have been vaccinated or tested.

On Friday, the upper house, the Bundesrat, would have to agree the measures.

Subject: Christmas holidays could be extended in Netherlands

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/21 at 6:36 am

Christmas holidays in the Netherlands could be extended to try to reduce a rise in Covid cases among schoolchildren, Reuters news agency reports.

Half of the country's schools have had to send classes home because of rising infections.

"Keeping primary schools closed for longer is an effective way to keep the virus under control," immunologist Ger Rijkers tells Netherlands newspaper Algemeen Dagblad.

"Children are virus factories and infect adults as well as each other."

Not all experts agree about closing schools, but virologist Marion Koopmans - a member of the Dutch Covid-19 advisory board, says other measures need to be considered if rates don't fall.

The latest wave in the country started after coronavirus restrictions were loosened in September - they have now been reinstated.

Subject: What's been happening with Germany's case numbers?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/21 at 8:33 am

Germany is facing its highest case numbers since the coronavirus pandemic began. We've been looking at the pattern of how case numbers have been going up and down.

There was a small peak early in the pandemic, if you look at the seven-day averages, but the first big wave peaked at the end of December.

There was another surge - although not as big as the one at the end of 2020 - at the end of April before a decrease. There was a rise again to a new peak in September which plateaued for a while before rapidly climbing again to the new highs we see now.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/11/18/1dc694d8-2204-418c-8789-04bd4ee20bb9.png

Subject: UK reports 46,807 new Covid cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/21 at 10:38 am

The UK has reported 46,807 coronavirus cases in the last 24-hour period.

There were also 199 deaths within 28 days of a positive test recorded.

Subject: Covid cases highest in younger children in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/18/21 at 12:17 pm

Covid case rates in England are now highest among children aged five to nine, latest weekly surveillance figures reveal.

The data, up to 14 November, shows this younger age group has overtaken older, secondary school aged children for the first time.

In recent months, the 10 to 19 age group maintained the highest rate of infections per 100,000 tested.

It is too soon to say what is behind the change and if it will continue.

In recent weeks, children aged 12 and over have started being offered Covid jabs.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) report shows 723 cases recorded per 100,000 among children aged five to nine.

That's up week-on-week from 484.5 per 100,000.

The rate for 10 to 19-year-olds is 694.2, up from 571.7.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59336666

Subject: Re: Hidden pandemic of antibiotic-resistant infections, health officials warn

Written By: nally on 11/18/21 at 10:42 pm


Does the USA have in any form like the Highway Code as we (the UK) do?

As a lifelong resident of the USA, I believe we do have something like that.

Subject: Re: Lockdown for unvaccinated in Austria

Written By: nally on 11/18/21 at 10:44 pm


My Father is the one in our Family that drives, My Mother And I take public transportation.

Well it's good that someone does. O0

Sometimes you all go in the car together to places too?

Subject: Re: UK reports 46,807 new Covid cases

Written By: nally on 11/18/21 at 10:45 pm


The UK has reported 46,807 coronavirus cases in the last 24-hour period.

There were also 199 deaths within 28 days of a positive test recorded.

Oh dear! :o :-[

I wonder how many of these are "breakthrough" cases? (People fully vaccinated who may have contracted it anyway?)

Subject: Re: Lockdown for unvaccinated in Austria

Written By: Howard on 11/19/21 at 3:36 am


Well it's good that someone does. O0

Sometimes you all go in the car together to places too?

We go places like restaurants or maybe shopping on occasions, My Father has 60 years of driving experience.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): CDC OKs booster shots for adults 18 and over

Written By: nally on 11/19/21 at 8:10 pm

"CDC Expands Eligibility for COVID-19 Booster Shots to All Adults"

The CDC has just announced today that the booster shot is being made available to all adults (that is, people 18 and over).

https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2021/s1119-booster-shots.html

Subject: Re: Hidden pandemic of antibiotic-resistant infections, health officials warn

Written By: karen on 11/20/21 at 3:43 pm


As a lifelong resident of the USA, I believe we do have something like that.


Didn’t you have to read it to pass your driving test?

I remember looking through something like it before taking the theory part of the driving test in Connecticut

Subject: Re: Hidden pandemic of antibiotic-resistant infections, health officials warn

Written By: nally on 11/21/21 at 11:03 am


Didn’t you have to read it to pass your driving test?

I remember looking through something like it before taking the theory part of the driving test in Connecticut

Oh, absolutely.

Subject: Germany hit by full force of Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/21 at 2:00 am

Germany is in the grip of a "dramatic" fourth Covid wave, Chancellor Angela Merkel has said on the eve of a crisis meeting with regional leaders.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-59320515

Subject: Further 42,484 new Covid cases in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/23/21 at 11:14 am

There have been 42,484 new cases of Covid reported across the UK, according to the latest figures.

That's up from the 37,243 reported this time last week, but a slight fall on yesterday's 44,917.

There have also been a further 165 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test across the UK.

Some 88.3% of people over the age of 12 have received one dose of a vaccine, while 80.3% are fully vaccinated. And 27.2% have received a booster or third shot.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): New Zealand to reopen to vaccinated visitors

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/21 at 3:40 am

New Zealand has unveiled plans to reopen its borders and allow foreigners to enter next year. Fully vaccinated visitors can enter from 30 April, but will have to self-isolate for seven days. More New Zealanders will be allowed to travel home from early next year as well, under similar rules. The move eases strict curbs that have locked out many citizens and tourists since the start of the pandemic. New Zealand is moving away from its ultra-strict "Zero Covid" strategy introduced in 2020.

Subject: How do cases in Europe compare to rest of the world?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/21 at 4:11 am

Europe and parts of Asia are facing another 700,000 Covid deaths before March, according to estimates from the World Health Organization.

Here is how cases around the world compare:

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https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/11/24/1ebd725d-d63a-4c13-806a-82cc17b3dc84.jpg

Subject: Drop in testing threatens India's Covid response

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/21 at 5:23 am

A fall in Covid testing in India could undermine the country's efforts to control the spread of the virus, officials say.

The country reported 9,283 new daily cases on Wednesday, up from 7,579 the previous day, but testing is being carried out at less than half capacity, at about one million per day.

"In the absence of sustained levels of sufficient testing, it is very difficult to determine the true level of infection spread," Health Secretary Rajesh Bhushan said.

Meanwhile, a study has shown that India's government-backed Covid-19 vaccine - Covaxin - is only 50% effective at preventing symptomatic Covid-19 in a high-risk population.

The study, published in the Lancet medical journal, analysed just over 1,000 cases and found a much lower effectiveness rate for the two-dose shot that in previous tests conducted last year.

Authors of the study said it was likely that the latest spread of cases was driven by the more transmissible Delta variant of the virus.

India has recorded more than 34.5 million cases of coronavirus since the start of the pandemic and 466,584 Covid-related deaths.

Weekly reported cases had been falling in recent weeks, but it is now not clear if this is partly due to a reduction in testing.

Subject: 40% of Israeli Covid-19 cases in children under 12

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/21 at 7:48 am

Nearly 40% of Israel's Covid-19 patients are below the age of 12, the country's Health Ministry has said.

Officials said that of 6,505 Israelis currently infected with the disease, 2,574 of those are children.

The announcement comes as the government launched its vaccination campaign for children aged 5-11 this week. Around 1.2 million children will be inoculated with two doses of the Pfizer vaccine over the coming months.

Prime Minister Naftali Bennett had his nine-year-old son vaccinated in front of media on Tuesday and urged other lawmakers to set a similar example.

Israel recently emerged from a fourth Covid-19 wave which saw daily infections peak at more than 8,000 cases per day. But daily infections have been relatively low for the last few weeks and million of people have now received a third booster jab.

But despite the country's progress, the government has extended "Green Pass" regulations meant to restrict access to certain venues to vaccinated or recovered individuals for another two weeks.

Subject: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/21 at 8:54 am

London Underground workers are being put in potentially dangerous situations as mask-wearing is now being "openly ignored" on a large scale, unions are warning.

The train drivers' union Aslef says there has been a noticeable dip in travellers wearing masks on the Tube - even though it's a requirement.

And Mick Lynch, general secretary of the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT), says: "It's no wonder there's talk of new restrictions and controls if we can't even deliver the basics."

Transport for London - which runs the Tube network - said it has 500 enforcement officers to ask customers to comply with its mask rules.

It says it has refused entry to 408 people and asked 126 to leave services since national rules were relaxed in July.

Subject: UK reports 43,676 new daily Covid infections

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/21 at 10:17 am

There have been 43,676 new coronavirus cases in the last 24 hours, according to the latest data.

This means there have been 303,071 people who have tested positive for the virus in the last seven days, - up by 11.1% on the week before.

There have also been 149 deaths of people within 28 days of testing positive for Covid-19, taking the weekly total to 926 - a 9.4% fall on the previous seven-day period.

Around 80.4% of people over the age of 12 are fully vaccinated, while 88.4% have had a single dose of a Covid jab and 27.8% have received a third booster dose.

Subject: NFL star Rodgers develops 'Covid toe'

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/24/21 at 12:16 pm

NFL star Aaron Rodgers has told US media he has developed a painful case of "Covid toe" after a brush with the virus earlier this month.

The condition causes discoloration or lesions around the toes and researchers believe that it is caused by excess interferon, a protein which the body uses to fight infection.

Rodgers told reporters after Sunday's loss to the Minnesota Vikings that the condition is "very, very painful".

The Green Bay Packers quarterback prompted controversy over his vaccination status when he tested positive for Covid-19 and entered a 10-day quarantine period - the minimum amount of time an unvaccinated player is asked to quarantine under NFL rules.

However, in August he had seemed to indicate that he had received the jab, telling reporters that he was "immunised".

He later said that he had been referring to his antibody levels and that he was treating his infection using the drug ivermectin, on the advice of podcast host Joe Rogan.

Subject: Cinema owner faces court for refusing to check Covid passes

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/21 at 4:50 am

A cinema owner who defied the law by refusing to ask for Covid passes is facing court action. Anna Redfern, owner of Cinema & Co in Swansea, said she would not comply with the Welsh government rules. The venue remained open last week, despite a notice to close by Swansea council. The council said a court order was now being sought to enforce closure, or to implement reasonable health and safety measures. The cinema has previously called the rules "nonsensical" and "unnecessary".

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: Howard on 11/25/21 at 7:30 am


London Underground workers are being put in potentially dangerous situations as mask-wearing is now being "openly ignored" on a large scale, unions are warning.

The train drivers' union Aslef says there has been a noticeable dip in travellers wearing masks on the Tube - even though it's a requirement.

And Mick Lynch, general secretary of the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT), says: "It's no wonder there's talk of new restrictions and controls if we can't even deliver the basics."

Transport for London - which runs the Tube network - said it has 500 enforcement officers to ask customers to comply with its mask rules.

It says it has refused entry to 408 people and asked 126 to leave services since national rules were relaxed in July.

I've seen a lot of people get on the bus and forget their mask and then have to ask either a passenger or the bus driver for one.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/21 at 11:30 am

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Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: karen on 11/25/21 at 11:46 am


London Underground workers are being put in potentially dangerous situations as mask-wearing is now being "openly ignored" on a large scale, unions are warning.

The train drivers' union Aslef says there has been a noticeable dip in travellers wearing masks on the Tube - even though it's a requirement.

And Mick Lynch, general secretary of the Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT), says: "It's no wonder there's talk of new restrictions and controls if we can't even deliver the basics."

Transport for London - which runs the Tube network - said it has 500 enforcement officers to ask customers to comply with its mask rules.

It says it has refused entry to 408 people and asked 126 to leave services since national rules were relaxed in July.


I went on the Thameslink train from Luton into London on Tuesday. We reminded everyone to wear masks when we got on in the morning but many other passengers weren’t. On the way back only a couple of us put masks on - even the trip leader didn’t  ::). I had worn my mask most of the day, only taking it off to eat and drink, and when we were outside.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/21 at 11:54 am


I went on the Thameslink train from Luton into London on Tuesday. We reminded everyone to wear masks when we got on in the morning but many other passengers weren’t. On the way back only a couple of us put masks on - even the trip leader didn’t  ::). I had worn my mask most of the day, only taking it off to eat and drink, and when we were outside.
Good that you came to London, you have done more than I have in the recent months.

Hence, for myself, I am being safe by avoiding public transport in any form. If I do need to go further, my son drives me there, but those opportunities are few and far between.

Subject: Covid: New heavily mutated variant B.1.1.529 in South Africa raises concern

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/21 at 1:49 pm

The variant is called B.1.1.529 and is likely to be given a Greek code-name (like the Alpha and Delta variants) by the World Health Organization on Friday.

It is also incredibly heavily mutated. Prof Tulio de Oliveira, the director of the Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation in South Africa, said there was an "unusual constellation of mutations" and that it was "very different" to other variants that have circulated.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59418127

Subject: Africa travel restrictions over Covid variant fear

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/25/21 at 3:00 pm

Travellers arriving from several southern African countries will have to quarantine amid warnings over a new Covid variant

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59424269

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: Howard on 11/25/21 at 3:50 pm


I went on the Thameslink train from Luton into London on Tuesday. We reminded everyone to wear masks when we got on in the morning but many other passengers weren’t. On the way back only a couple of us put masks on - even the trip leader didn’t  ::). I had worn my mask most of the day, only taking it off to eat and drink, and when we were outside.

Some people either don't want to wear them or just maybe they forgot.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: LyricBoy on 11/26/21 at 11:54 am


Some people either don't want to wear them or just maybe they forgot.


I work in an office with ~85 other people.  No masks. For the past year at least.

You would think we’d all be dead by now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: Howard on 11/26/21 at 1:06 pm


I work in an office with ~85 other people.  No masks. For the past year at least.

You would think we’d all be dead by now.

Maybe they lifted the mask mandate? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: nally on 11/26/21 at 9:59 pm


Maybe they lifted the mask mandate? ???

Maybe they did in the geographic area where he works.

They originally did so in California in mid-June, along with the social distancing mandate, but it was reimplemented a short time later when the variant started spreading. Also, I work in an office suite in which I am one of three people, so we could discard our Covid mandates at the time...but we are still required to wear our masks. (It's pretty easy for us to social-distance if we need to.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: nally on 11/26/21 at 9:59 pm

Btw, I just went online to schedule my booster shot. (I'm getting it done a week from tomorrow at a local drugstore.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: Howard on 11/27/21 at 3:26 am


Maybe they did in the geographic area where he works.

They originally did so in California in mid-June, along with the social distancing mandate, but it was reimplemented a short time later when the variant started spreading. Also, I work in an office suite in which I am one of three people, so we could discard our Covid mandates at the time...but we are still required to wear our masks. (It's pretty easy for us to social-distance if we need to.)

Unfortunately, we still have to wear ours. :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: nally on 11/27/21 at 11:18 am


Unfortunately, we still have to wear ours. :(

As do we, at our office. It's part of Los Angeles County regulations.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: Howard on 11/27/21 at 3:22 pm


As do we, at our office. It's part of Los Angeles County regulations.

You don't have your mask you can't enter a place.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: nally on 11/27/21 at 3:57 pm


You don't have your mask you can't enter a place.

Right. There are even signs posted at the entrance.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: LyricBoy on 11/27/21 at 4:56 pm


I work in an office with ~85 other people.  No masks. For the past year at least.

You would think we’d all be dead by now.



Maybe they lifted the mask mandate? ???


No mask mandate where I am. And all 85 of us are still alive.

Subject: Re: Africa travel restrictions over Covid variant fear

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/27/21 at 9:39 pm


Travellers arriving from several southern African countries will have to quarantine amid warnings over a new Covid variant

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59424269
Ahh great...

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: Howard on 11/28/21 at 6:55 am


Right. There are even signs posted at the entrance.

And people can argue all they want.

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: nally on 11/28/21 at 11:44 am


And people can argue all they want.

They can, but they must realize that the restrictions are in place for safety of themselves as well as other people.

Subject: Re: Africa travel restrictions over Covid variant fear

Written By: nally on 11/28/21 at 11:45 am


Ahh great...

Must be the "Omicron" ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19: London Tube workers 'facing danger' as mask-wearing dips

Written By: Howard on 11/28/21 at 1:36 pm


They can, but they must realize that the restrictions are in place for safety of themselves as well as other people.

I've seen happen on public transportation a lot.

Subject: Re: Africa travel restrictions over Covid variant fear

Written By: nally on 11/28/21 at 2:00 pm


I've seen happen on public transportation a lot.

Yes, because you take it regularly.

The sad truth is, some people don't seem to care about the safety of themselves or others. :-[

Subject: Covid: Sajid Javid defends 'swift action' on Omicron variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 2:03 am

Face masks will be compulsory in shops and on public transport in England, and UK arrivals are expected to have to take PCR tests from Tuesday in response to the new Omicron variant.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59449480

Subject: New Covid variant: How worried should we be?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 2:23 am

We're back in familiar territory - growing concern about a new variant of coronavirus.

The latest is the most heavily mutated version discovered so far - and it has such a long list of mutations that it was described by one scientist as "horrific", while another told me it was the worst variant they'd seen.

It is early days and the confirmed cases are still mostly concentrated in one province in South Africa, but there are hints it may have spread further.

Immediately there are questions around how quickly the new variant spreads, its ability to bypass some of the protection given by vaccines and what should be done about it.

There is a lot of speculation, but there are very few clear answers.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59418127

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK morning headlines

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 2:35 am

Here are some of the morning headlines:

# The UK's vaccine advisory body is set to announce if it will recommend rolling out the Covid booster to more people

# From tomorrow, masks are going to be compulsory in shops and on public transport in England

#There's concern about the new Omicron variant - it was announced on Sunday that a third case had been detected in the UK, and there are warnings more could be found in coming days

# The Omicron variant is likely to spread internationally and there could be "severe consequences" in some areas, the World Health Organization says

# An urgent meeting of health ministers from the G7 group of nations will be held today to discuss Omicron

# The variant, initially reported to the World Health Organization from South Africa on Wednesday, is thought to have a higher reinfection risk

# It has been classed as a "variant of concern"

# In England, the Department for Education is now advising pupils in Year 7 and above, as well as school staff and visitors, to wear face coverings in communal areas

# South Africa's president Cyril Ramaphosa says he is "deeply disappointed" by travel bans against his country and its neighbours over the Omicron variant and called for them to be lifted

Subject: Six Omicron cases detected in Scotland

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 3:26 am


Six cases of the Covid-19 Omicron variant have been identified in Scotland, the BBC has just learned.

Four of the cases are in the Lanarkshire area and two in the Greater Glasgow and Clyde area.

That's all the information we have on it for now, but we will bring you more as we have it.

Subject: Re: Africa travel restrictions over Covid variant fear

Written By: Howard on 11/29/21 at 4:26 am


Yes, because you take it regularly.

The sad truth is, some people don't seem to care about the safety of themselves or others. :-[

They think they're above the law.

Subject: Japan bans foreigners from coming in

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 4:30 am

Japan has become the latest country to reinstate tough border restrictions, banning all foreigners from entering the country from 30 November.

Japanese chief cabinet secretary Hirokazu Matsuno has described the move as a "temporary, emergency measure" until more is known about the variant, Reuters news agency reports.

Subject: Cardiff and Munster rugby teams stuck in South Africa after positive cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 5:29 am

Cardiff rugby team's hopes of flying out of South Africa on Sunday were ended after two positive Covid-19 cases were confirmed in their squad - one of which is suspected to be the Omicron variant.

Fellow Welsh team Scarlets have left South Africa - they touched down in Dublin on Monday morning and are now in isolation in a Belfast hotel.

The west Wales side's chairman Simon Muderack told Scrum V all the players and staff had twice tested negative for Covid in the previous 48 hours.

Irish side Munster also have a positive Covid case and, like Cardiff, must remain in isolation in South Africa.

Cardiff's playing and coaching staff have now returned to their hotel to isolate.

South African government guidelines say individuals who test positive for Covid must isolate for 14 days from the day of developing symptoms, not the day of the positive result.

Cardiff were in South Africa to play in the United Rugby Championship, but all the tournament games in the country over this and next weekend have been called off.

Subject: The latest from Europe: Dutch arrests and German record

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 5:53 am

Turning away from the UK, here are some of the Covid-19 stories making headlines across Europe on Monday:

# France’s health ministry says it has detected eight possible cases of the Omicron variant. The ministry said all the cases had travelled to southern Africa during the past two weeks. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron has suggested he has received a vaccine booster shot in a tweet

# In the Netherlands, police say they have detained a couple who escaped from a Covid-quarantine hotel. The arrests were made on a plane in Amsterdam's Schiphol airport just before it departed to Spain on Sunday. The drama came after 61 people who arrived on two flights at Schiphol Airport had tested positive, 13 of them with the new Omicron variant

# On Sunday, voters in Switzerland backed the government's measures to tackle Covid in a referendum. Results showed more than 60% opposed moves to remove some restrictions, including the Covid vaccination pass

# In Germany, the seven-day incidence of new infections has risen to a new record of 452.4 per 100,000 people. Germany’s top virologist Christian Drosten says he is “quite concerned” by the Omicron variant - which could be the “first real immune escape variant”

Subject: Portugal finds Omicron cases at football club

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 6:59 am

Portugal, it seems, has paid a high price for its love of football.

The country has detected 13 cases of the new Omicron variant among players and staff of Lisbon-based Belenenses SAD football club.

The variant is believed to have spread during a match over the weekend, which went ahead despite the team already being hit with Covid-19.

Only nine Belenenses players began Saturday’s match against Benfica, with others isolating after a defender, Cafu Phete, tested positive after returning from South Africa.

When just seven Belenenses players began the second half, the match was abandoned. Benfica were leading 7-0.

Questions are now being asked as to why the game went ahead with the knowledge of the health risk it posed.

The presidents of both clubs have said they had to play, or risk being punished for “unjustified absence.” Portugal’s health authority said it did not have the responsibility to cancel a sports match.

Subject: Czech lab confirms Omicron variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 8:12 am

In Europe, a hospital in Liberec, north Bohemia, has confirmed that a Czech woman who came back from Namibia recently does have the Omicron variant of the coronavirus.

The hospital said lab tests had proved the presence of Omicron using sequencing of the virus RNA.

The woman, who is fully vaccinated, is said to be experiencing mild symptoms and is self-isolating.

Prime minister Andrej Babis said on Saturday she had returned from Namibia via South Africa and Dubai.

Subject: Covid: JCVI scientists to announce decision on booster rollout

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 8:12 am

The UK's vaccine advisory body is set to announce later if it will back an expansion of the Covid booster scheme.

Nine cases of the Omicron variant have been found in the UK so far and Number 10 has set out measures to contain it.

Prof Anthony Harnden, deputy chairman of the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI), said it would be "sensible" to cut time between doses and extend boosters to the under-40s.

Regulations on face masks and isolation rules are due before Parliament later.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59455914

Subject: How is Omicron detected?

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 9:44 am

There have now been nine cases of the Omicron coronavirus variant found in the UK so far - with more expected in coming days.

It presents differently to other variants of the virus, which means cases of it can be identified, which helps track its spread.

This graphic below shows how it's detected.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/11/29/33549697-50ec-44df-b545-48543ce11271.png

Subject: Further two cases of Omicron in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 11:07 am

A further two cases of the Omicron variant have been confirmed in England, the UK Health Security Agency has said.

This brings the total number of confirmed cases in England to five.

The individuals that have tested positive are not connected to each other and are not linked to the previously confirmed cases, the agency said.

Both have links to travel to southern Africa. One case is located in Camden, London, and one case is located in Wandsworth, London.

The individuals and their households have been told to self-isolate.

UKHSA is carrying out targeted testing at locations where the positive cases were likely to be infectious.

Subject: Covid: All UK adults should get booster, say advisers JCVI

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 1:04 pm

Covid booster jabs should be offered to all over-18s to help stop a potential wave driven by the new variant Omicron, UK government advisers say.

The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation also said the minimum gap between the second dose and booster should be reduced to three months.

They also recommended children aged 12 to 15 should be invited for a second dose three months after their first.

Eleven cases of the Omicron variant have now been detected in the UK.

England's deputy chief medical officer Professor Jonathan Van-Tam told a Downing Street briefing that Omicron was the "new kid on the block" and it has "always been the case that, at some point, we are going to get a variant that gives us heightened concern".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59465577

Subject: Miss Universe contestant tests positive for Covid in Israel

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/29/21 at 2:48 pm

Organisers of the Miss Universe pageant have confirmed a contestant in Israel has tested positive for Covid-19.

Israel recently banned foreign nationals from entering the country for 14 days in a bid to halt the rapid spread of the new Omicron strain.

But the beauty pageant in the southern city of Eilat will still go ahead in December. The Miss Universe Organization has said that most contestants have already arrived in the country.

The organisers did not identify the contestant or her nationality. It is not known whether she has tested positive for the Omicron variant.

She tested positive upon arrival and was taken to a isolation facility run by the government, the organisation said.

It added that she is fully vaccinated and was tested before leaving for Israel.

Subject: Re: Covid: Sajid Javid defends 'swift action' on Omicron variant

Written By: nally on 11/29/21 at 10:47 pm


Face masks will be compulsory in shops and on public transport in England, and UK arrivals are expected to have to take PCR tests from Tuesday in response to the new Omicron variant.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59449480

I'm pretty sure they'll be compulsory in various parts of the USA too.

Subject: Re: How is Omicron detected?

Written By: nally on 11/29/21 at 10:48 pm


There have now been nine cases of the Omicron coronavirus variant found in the UK so far - with more expected in coming days.

It presents differently to other variants of the virus, which means cases of it can be identified, which helps track its spread.

This graphic below shows how it's detected.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/11/29/33549697-50ec-44df-b545-48543ce11271.png

That is kinda interesting.

Subject: Re: Africa travel restrictions over Covid variant fear

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/30/21 at 12:00 am


Yes, because you take it regularly.

The sad truth is, some people don't seem to care about the safety of themselves or others. :-[
Ikr, millions of people are dying and yet they're laughing or celebrating about it, its sad. This is why I've lost a lot of faith in humanity

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 11/30/21 at 12:03 am

At this point, international travel needs to be stopped. Vaccine passports need to be more harsh just so people will learn their lesson. But these idiots are still celebrating that we have a new variant and that they're excited to kill even more people 🙄 Absolutely disgusting.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/21 at 1:27 am


At this point, international travel needs to be stopped. Vaccine passports need to be more harsh just so people will learn their lesson. But these idiots are still celebrating that we have a new variant and that they're excited to kill even more people 🙄 Absolutely disgusting.
Indeed, stopped much and very quickly than in 2020.

Subject: Covid: Face masks rules return in England amid Omicron spread

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/21 at 2:01 am

Face coverings have become mandatory again on public transport and shops in England in an effort to slow the spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59470344

Subject: Re: How is Omicron detected?

Written By: Howard on 11/30/21 at 3:35 am


There have now been nine cases of the Omicron coronavirus variant found in the UK so far - with more expected in coming days.

It presents differently to other variants of the virus, which means cases of it can be identified, which helps track its spread.

This graphic below shows how it's detected.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/11/29/33549697-50ec-44df-b545-48543ce11271.png

Does this mean we have to get another booster shot?

Subject: Re: Covid: Face masks rules return in England amid Omicron spread

Written By: Howard on 11/30/21 at 3:36 am


Face coverings have become mandatory again on public transport and shops in England in an effort to slow the spread of the Omicron coronavirus variant.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59470344

Here in New York too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/21 at 3:37 am


Does this mean we have to get another booster shot?
In the long run, best test are ongoing now.

Subject: Australia on alert as new variant case enters community

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/21 at 5:24 am

Australian authorities have called for calm after it emerged a person infected with the new Omicron Covid-19 variant has been active in the community.

The fully vaccinated individual was likely infectious when they visited a shopping centre in Sydney, officials say.

The unnamed traveller had recently re-entered the country and all passengers on the person's flight have been contacted and asked to self-isolate for 14 days.

Authorities say urgent genomic tests have begun to determine whether two other positive cases on the same flight were also infected with the Omicron variant.

The announcement brings Australia's confirmed infections of the new variant to six. All other cases to date have been asymptomatic or displaying very mild symptoms.

Australia has already delayed the reopening of its international borders in an attempt to halt the spread of the new variant and the state of New South Wales, home to a third of Australia's 25 million population, has introduced heavy fines for overseas arrivals who fail to comply with quarantine rules.

Subject: Omicron variant present in Europe earlier than previously thought

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/21 at 6:07 am

The new Covid-19 variant, Omicron, was detected in Europe earlier than previously thought, with Dutch health officials saying it was present in the Netherlands over a week ago.

A spokesperson for the National Institute for Public Health says they have found the variant in two newly sequenced test samples taken between 19 November and 23 November.

"It is not clear yet whether these people have visited Southern Africa," the official says.

We first heard about the variant last week when it was first detected in South Africa on 24 November - which we now know was after the new Dutch cases were present in the Netherlands.

Subject: All nine Omicron cases in Scotland linked to one event - Sturgeon

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/21 at 9:32 am

All nine cases of the new Omicron variant of Covid in Scotland are linked to a single private event, the first minister says.

Speaking to MSPs, Nicola Sturgeon says all those affected were tested on or around 23 November and have been self-isolating since then.

She adds the cases all traced back to a "single private event" on 20 November - and that officials expect more cases linked to this event to be identified over the coming days.

It means the infections in Scotland pre-date when South Africa first alerted the world to the new variant on 24 November.

Five Omicron cases are in Lanarkshire and four are in the Greater Glasgow and Clyde health board area.

Subject: 'More people seem to be putting on masks today'

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/21 at 9:50 am


Here in New York too.
As we know, face coverings have today become mandatory again in certain settings in England amid concern over the new Omicron Covid variant.

It brings the country broadly into line with other UK nations.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan says the ability to fine passengers will help with mask-wearing compliance, and the measure has been welcomed by passenger groups.

So what do people make of the changes?

Transport for London (TfL) cleaner Godwin Duru says it seems the latest rule changes have already had an impact on passengers.

"I noticed more people are putting on masks than the other times," says the 28-year-old, who cleans the DLR (Docklands Light Railway).

"People are really abiding by the government advice from today.

"These are positive changes, I must say."

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 8 more Omicron cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/21 at 10:34 am

Just before Boris Johnson began speaking the BBC learned the UK has detected eight further cases of the Omicron Covid variant.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) says the eight cases are in England, with UKHSA saying cases have now been identified in the East Midlands, the East of England, London and the North West.

They come in addition to the nine cases already identified in Scotland - five were found in Lanarkshire and four in the Greater Glasgow and Clyde area - which takes the total number of UK cases of the Omicron variant to 22.

UKHSA says the people who have tested positive and their contacts are all isolating, and work is being done to identify any links to travel to Southern Africa.

Targeted testing is being carried out at locations where the positive cases were likely to be infectious, it adds.

The breakdown of cases by local council is:

London borough of Barnet – 2
Brentwood, Essex – 1
London borough of Camden – 2
London borough of Haringey – 1
Liverpool – 1
North Norfolk – 1
Nottingham – 1
London borough of Sutton – 1
London borough of Wandsworth – 1
London borough of Westminster – 2

Subject: Another 39,716 Covid cases in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/30/21 at 12:07 pm

A further 39,716 confirmed Covid cases were announced in the UK on Tuesday.

The average number of daily confirmed cases has bounced around since mid-July and was rising again through November, but has dipped in recent days.

Another 159 deaths within 28 days of a positive Covid test were also reported.

The number of daily deaths has been falling steadily through November.

Subject: Re: Covid: Face masks rules return in England amid Omicron spread

Written By: nally on 11/30/21 at 8:03 pm


Does this mean we have to get another booster shot?

As in a second booster? I dunno. If so, maybe a certain length of time after your first one?

I'm getting my first booster this weekend, on Saturday, at a local drugstore.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/21 at 12:22 am


As in a second booster? I dunno. If so, maybe a certain length of time after your first one?

I'm getting my first booster this weekend, on Saturday, at a local drugstore.
O0

Reports on the radio yesterday were saying that vulnerable people will probably be having a second booster after three after the first, that will be January for me.

Subject: Re: Covid: Face masks rules return in England amid Omicron spread

Written By: nally on 12/01/21 at 12:25 am


O0

Reports on the radio yesterday were saying that vulnerable people will probably be having a second booster after three after the first, that will be January for me.

Three months? If so, then I would need my second booster (if this holds true) sometime in March 2022.

Subject: Covid: Greece to fine over-60s who refuse Covid-19 vaccine

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/21 at 2:20 am

Greece is to make Covid vaccinations mandatory for people aged 60 and over.

Fines of €100 (£85) will be imposed at monthly intervals from mid-January on those who refuse, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis said.

The money will go towards the Greek health system, which is struggling with a surge in hospital admissions.

About 63% of Greece's 11-million population is fully vaccinated, but data show more than 520,000 people over 60 are yet to get the jab.

"Greeks over the age of 60... must book their appointment for a first jab by January 16," the premier said in a statement to the cabinet.

"Their vaccination is henceforth compulsory."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-59474808

Subject: Re: Covid: Face masks rules return in England amid Omicron spread

Written By: Howard on 12/01/21 at 3:50 am


As in a second booster? I dunno. If so, maybe a certain length of time after your first one?

I'm getting my first booster this weekend, on Saturday, at a local drugstore.

I've already gotten 3 this year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/21 at 3:51 am


I've already gotten 3 this year.
4 with me, if you count the annual flu jab.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Be sensible over Christmas party plans - Javid

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/21 at 4:08 am

The health secretary has been talking in more detail about Covid and Christmas party plans to BBC Radio 4's Today programme.

Sajid Javid is urging people to be "sensible" if they are out celebrating over Christmas.

He says: "If you are invited to a Christmas party, there's quite a few people there, maybe you want to take lateral flow test before you go. Go to the party, but just be cautious."

Asked if he would wear a mask if he was at a party, Javid says: "It depends if I am walking around or sitting down. It depends if I'm eating. People just need to make a decision based on the guidance."

The Cabinet minister defends the government's decision to make face coverings compulsory on public transport and in shops in England but not in hospitality settings.

"The job of government is to listen to expert advice and then make a balanced and proportionate judgment. That's what we've done," he says."We've acted swiftly. But I think what we've said on face coverings and the other measures that we have taken is a balanced and proportionate approach."



Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/01/21 at 5:17 am

The dreaded Covid virus is now causing yet another symptom, known in medical circles as “restless anal syndrome”.  :-https://nypost.com/2021/09/30/covid-19s-latest-odd-side-effect-restless-anal-syndrome/

And here we thought we’d left the worst of the Covid pandemic in the past.  :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/21 at 5:19 am


The dreaded Covid virus is now causing yet another symptom, known in medical circles as “restless anal syndrome”.  :-https://nypost.com/2021/09/30/covid-19s-latest-odd-side-effect-restless-anal-syndrome/

And here we thought we’d left the worst of the Covid pandemic in the past.  :-\\
Diarrhea has been a side effect/symptom from the start of the Covid-19

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/01/21 at 5:29 am


Diarrhea has been a side effect/symptom from the start of the Covid-19

Diarrhea is a side effect of nearly everything (in addition to bad Mexican food).

But RAS is different. Even after the person, uh, *unloads* in the loo, their back door vicinity is still restless. Kinda like the “restless legs syndrome”.  :-\\

Subject: No 10 denies reports of parties in Downing Street last Christmas

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/21 at 6:10 am

A Number 10 source has denied reports in The Mirror that there were parties in Downing Street in November and December last year.

The paper says the prime minister gave a speech at a crowded leaving party for an aide during the second lockdown.

It also reports there was a "festive bash" in Downing Street days before Christmas when London was under tier three restrictions.

"There were no parties," the source says.

This is an upgrade of the on-the-record language last night when a spokesman said: "We absolutely do not recognise this account. Covid rules have been followed at all times."

Subject: WHO says unvaccinated vulnerable should not travel

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/21 at 6:36 am

The World Health Organization has said people who are unwell or vulnerable should delay travel if they are not fully vaccinated.

In its latest travel advisory, the UN agency includes in that category people over 60, and those with conditions like heart disease, cancer and diabetes.

This is in line with the WHO's previous advice for travel during the pandemic, and comes amid concern about the new Omicron variant.

The WHO also restated its position that blanket travel bans will not prevent the spread of the variant.

Subject: Brits must now be fully jabbed to enter Spain

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/21 at 9:14 am

Some important news now for winter sun-seekers - Brits travelling to Spain for non-essential reasons such as tourism will require a certificate of vaccination as of today.

Previously, British travellers could provide a negative PCR test.

The change - which affects travellers aged 12 or over - is driven by concerns over the new Omicron strain.

There have been two confirmed cases of the variant in Spain, with several more suspected cases.

Subject: Re: Covid: Greece to fine over-60s who refuse Covid-19 vaccine

Written By: Contigo on 12/01/21 at 9:43 am


Greece is to make Covid vaccinations mandatory for people aged 60 and over.


I'm interested to see how many other countries will try and do this.

Subject: Omicron case found in Ireland

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/21 at 10:07 am

The Republic of Ireland has recorded its first case of the Omicron variant.

The National Public Health Emergency Team says the case is linked to travel from a country in southern Africa.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/21 at 10:08 am


I'm interested to see how many other countries will try and do this.
It would produce mayhem over here.

Subject: Nine more cases of Omicron variant confirmed in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/21 at 11:43 am

A further nine cases of the Omicron variant of coronavirus have been identified in England, in addition to the previous 13 confirmed cases, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA).

The total number of confirmed cases in England is now 22, it says.

Those who have tested positive and their contacts are all isolating and work is under way to identify any links to travel to southern Africa, a statement says.

The UKHSA has now identified cases in the East Midlands, East of England, London, South East and North West. Targeted testing is being carried out at locations where the positive cases were likely to be infectious, it says.

A further case has also been identified in Scotland, bringing the total to 10, says the UKHSA.

Here's which local authority areas they've been found in:

One case
Bexley, Brentwood, Buckinghamshire, Haringey, Lancaster, Liverpool, Newham, North Norfolk, Nottingham, South Cambridgeshire, Sutton, Three Rivers, Wandsworth

Two cases
Barnet, Camden, Lewisham

Three cases
Westminster

Subject: UK records another 48,374 cases and 171 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/01/21 at 2:13 pm

Another 48,374 people have tested positive for coronavirus in the UK, the latest official figures show.

A further 171 people died within 28 days of a positive test.

Meanwhile, 392,589 people had their booster - an increase of more than 70,000 on the previous day.

Some 88.7% of the population over 12 have had a first dose, 80.7% have had their second, and 32.4% have had their booster.

Subject: Re: Covid: Greece to fine over-60s who refuse Covid-19 vaccine

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/01/21 at 6:23 pm


Greece is to make Covid vaccinations mandatory for people aged 60 and over.


What are they planning to do? Break down peoples’ doors and forcibly inject them?

-Unvaccinated people are catching the bug

-Vaccinated people are catching the bug

The idea that forced vaccination is some sort of virtuous act is absolute nonsense.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid: Greece to fine over-60s who refuse Covid-19 vaccine

Written By: Elor on 12/01/21 at 10:49 pm


What are they planning to do? Break down peoples’ doors and forcibly inject them?

-Unvaccinated people are catching the bug

-Vaccinated people are catching the bug

The idea that forced vaccination is some sort of virtuous act is absolute nonsense.  ::)

Really?
A lot of vaccinated people don't catch it at all and if they catch it they don't reproduce it for nearly as long as unvaccinated people meaning they don't spread it nearly as much as unvaccinated. That results in a lot less infected people (and less chance for the virus to mutate). Vaccinated people have a much smaller chance of getting sent to intensive care units which is the bottle neck of most health systems right now. Here in Germany the capacities are getting critical because of unvaccinated Covid patients. 9 out of 10 Covid cases in intensive care are unvaccinated and only 30% of Germans aren't vaccinated so the 30% population supplies 90% of the ICU cases.
It's simple math. How does that not make sense? ???
As to kicking down the door that probably won't happen but people can get fined like for a speeding ticket.

Subject: Re: Covid: Face masks rules return in England amid Omicron spread

Written By: nally on 12/01/21 at 10:51 pm


I've already gotten 3 this year.

Lemme guess: your two basic shots, plus the booster?

Subject: Re: Covid: Greece to fine over-60s who refuse Covid-19 vaccine

Written By: nally on 12/01/21 at 10:52 pm


4 with me, if you count the annual flu jab.

I got my flu jab as well, back in October when I visited my new physician for my check up.

Subject: Re: Covid: Greece to fine over-60s who refuse Covid-19 vaccine

Written By: AL-B Mk. III on 12/02/21 at 1:51 am


What are they planning to do? Break down peoples’ doors and forcibly inject them?


Sadly, a lot of people in this country would enthusiastically support this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/02/21 at 3:55 am


The dreaded Covid virus is now causing yet another symptom, known in medical circles as “restless anal syndrome”.  :-https://nypost.com/2021/09/30/covid-19s-latest-odd-side-effect-restless-anal-syndrome/

And here we thought we’d left the worst of the Covid pandemic in the past.  :-\\

What the hell is that?  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/02/21 at 3:55 am


Diarrhea has been a side effect/symptom from the start of the Covid-19

And loads of toilet paper too.

Subject: Re: Covid: Face masks rules return in England amid Omicron spread

Written By: Howard on 12/02/21 at 3:57 am


Lemme guess: your two basic shots, plus the booster?

I believe so.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/21 at 5:04 am


And loads of toilet paper too.
Extra use of a bidet?

Subject: Another Covid treatment approved in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/21 at 5:06 am

A new Covid antibody treatment made by GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) has been approved for people in the UK at high risk of developing severe Covid-19, the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) says.

In a clinical trial, a single dose of the monoclonal antibody called Xevudy or sotrovimab was found to reduce the risk of hospitalisation and death by 79% in high-risk adults with symptomatic Covid-19 infection.

Subject: Fourth wave takes off in South Africa

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/21 at 5:26 am

There has been a sustained increase in new Covid infections in many parts of South Africa.

The health department says the increase has been reported in seven of the country’s nine provinces.

New infections are expected to increase in what is now the beginning of the fourth wave in South Africa.

The department says there has also been a slight increase in hospital admissions.

The National Institute for Communicable Diseases says most of the people who have been hospitalised have not been vaccinated against Covid.

The new variant has been detected in at least 24 countries around the world, according to the World Health Organization.

Subject: Germany set for tighter measures: Latest around Europe

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/21 at 7:16 am

Germany’s national and regional leaders are expected to agree tougher Covid restrictions today, which would only allow people who have been vaccinated or who have recovered from Covid into cinemas, restaurants, clubs and shops other than supermarkets. Outgoing Health Minister Jens Spahn says "what's really important now is a quasi lockdown for the unvaccinated". Another 388 Covid deaths have been reported in the past 24 hours.

Mainland France’s first Omicron-variant case has been detected in the greater Paris region, according to the local health authority. The infected person had recently returned from Nigeria.

Spanish authorities have detected a third case, in a woman from Majorca who travelled from South Africa.

More than half the people put in quarantine in a Dutch hotel after flying in from South Africa have been allowed to leave. None of those still in the hotel is seriously ill.

Swiss Covid cases have reached the same level of last year's second wave, although the numbers being admitted to hospital are not rising so fast. However, hospitals in Zurich say they're full and some politicians are now calling for mandatory vaccinations.

Kosovo is to ban entry to people who have not been fully-vaccinated against coronavirus. The regulation will apply from 3 January.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/02/21 at 7:21 am



What the hell is that?  ???


RAS… Apparently the situation is that your back door thinks that there’s work to do, but nobody shows up.  Kinda like a continuous nonstop shart but without the fireworks.

I could see where that could be problematic. Right when you think that nothing’s gonna come out, you end up having to change your clothes. Yikes.

Subject: What are long Covid symptoms?

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/21 at 7:23 am

Guidance for UK health workers describes long Covid as symptoms continuing for more than 12 weeks after an infection - severe or mild - which can't be explained by another cause.

According to the NHS, symptoms include:

# extreme tiredness
# shortness of breath, heart palpitations, chest pain or tightness
# problems with memory and concentration ("brain fog")
# changes to taste and smell
# joint pain

Surveys have identified tens and even hundreds of other symptoms. A large study by University College London (UCL), identified 200 symptoms affecting 10 organ systems.

These include hallucinations, insomnia, hearing and vision changes, short-term memory loss and speech and language issues. Others have reported gastro-intestinal and bladder problems, changes to periods and skin conditions.

The severity of symptoms varies, but many have been left unable to perform tasks like showering, grocery shopping and remembering words.

But these symptoms can also have other causes. ONS research found 0.5% of people who tested negative for coronavirus had at least one symptom that lasted for three months, compared to 3% who tested positive.

Subject: India reports first case of new Covid variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/21 at 8:48 am

Two men who flew from South Africa to the southern Indian city of Bangalore have tested positive for the Omicron coronavirus variant.

The men, who are 66 years and 46 years old, are under observation, a government spokesperson has said.

These are the first cases of the Omicron variant to be reported in India.

The World Health Organization has warned that Omicron poses a "high infection risk".

Officials say all primary and secondary contacts of the two men have been traced and are being tested as well.

Six samples from people who tested positive for Covid-19 in the national capital Delhi, and another six samples from the western state of Maharashtra, have all been sent for genome sequencing to determine the variant. Officials are still awaiting results. Several other cities and states are following suit.

Subject: Germany bans unvaccinated people from shops and bars

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/21 at 9:18 am

Germany has announced sweeping new restrictions for people who have not been vaccinated against Covid.

Chancellor Angela Merkel says unvaccinated people will be barred from many public places, including non-essential shops and events, unless they have recently recovered from Covid.

"Culture and leisure nationwide will be open only to those who have been vaccinated or recovered," Merkel says.

"We have understood that the situation is very serious and that we want to take further measures in addition to those already taken," she adds.

Merkel also says a nationwide vaccination mandate could be imposed from February 2022, after it's been debated in parliament.

Subject: Covid: Trigger of rare blood clots with AstraZeneca jab found by scientists

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/21 at 10:01 am

Scientists believe they have found "the trigger" that leads to extremely rare blood clots after the Oxford-AstraZeneca Covid vaccine.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59418123

Subject: Norway announces new restrictions after Omicron found

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/21 at 10:40 am

Norway has announced strict new Covid measures in Oslo and nearby areas after a suspected cluster of Omicron cases was found in the capital.

People have been ordered to wear masks in public places and work from home where possible. Travellers arriving in Norway must do a Covid test within 24 hours of arrival.

The measures come as officials raise alarm over a possible Omicron cluster among dozens of people who attended a Christmas dinner in the capital.

Up to 50 people who were at the event have since tested positive, and at least one of them has the new variant, city officials say. If the new strain is detected among all of them, it would be the one of the largest known outbreaks of the new variant in Europe.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/21 at 11:10 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

There were 1,185,577 tests reported on 1 December 2021. This shows an increase of 4.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Between 25 November 2021 and 1 December 2021, there have been 6,882,095 tests.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

53,945 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 2 December 2021.

Between 26 November 2021 and 2 December 2021, 311,957 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 2.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 2 doses, at least 21 days apart.

51,020,285 people had been given a first dose by the end of 1 December 2021.

46,431,662 people had been given a second dose by the end of 1 December 2021.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

700 people with coronavirus went into hospital on 28 November 2021.

Between 22 November 2021 and 28 November 2021, 5,282 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -6.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,644 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 30 November 2021.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 931 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 30 November 2021.

Deaths
There were 141 deaths within 28 days of a positive test for coronavirus reported on 2 December 2021.

Between 26 November 2021 and 2 December 2021, there have been 848 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -3.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris has his booster!

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/02/21 at 11:29 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/12/2/0515d9c3-e14c-4a94-b74e-87bfb99f01ef.jpg

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/03/21 at 3:47 am


RAS… Apparently the situation is that your back door thinks that there’s work to do, but nobody shows up.  Kinda like a continuous nonstop shart but without the fireworks.

I could see where that could be problematic. Right when you think that nothing’s gonna come out, you end up having to change your clothes. Yikes.

Is that like a ghost poop?  ???

Subject: Man presents fake arm for vaccine

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 12/04/21 at 4:58 pm

Italian dentist presents fake arm for vaccine to get pass

www.washingtonpost.com/world/italian-dentist-presents-fake-arm-for-vaccine-to-get-pass/2021/12/04/888f1058-54ec-11ec-83d2-d9dab0e23b7e_story.html

Excerpts:

MILAN — A dentist in Italy faces possible criminal charges after trying to receive a coronavirus vaccine in a fake arm made of silicone.

A nurse in the northern city of Biella, Filippa Bua, said she could tell right away that something was off when a man presented the phony limb for a shot on Thursday.

“When I uncovered the arm, I felt skin that was cold and gummy, and the color was too light,’’ Bua told Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera.

She said she initially thought the 57-year-old man was an amputee and had mistakenly offered the wrong arm. She lifted his shirt and saw a silicone arm.

“I understood immediately that the man was trying to avoid the vaccination by using a silicone prosthetic, into which he hoped that I would inject the drug, unaware, Bua said.

The nurse said the man acknowledged he did not want a vaccine but to obtain a “super” health pass, which from Monday will be required to enter restaurants, cinemas, theaters and other venues in Italy.

The nurse said the man was courteous and left the vaccination center after the failed attempt.


Subject: Re: Man presents fake arm for vaccine

Written By: AL-B Mk. III on 12/04/21 at 7:05 pm


Italian dentist presents fake arm for vaccine to get pass

www.washingtonpost.com/world/italian-dentist-presents-fake-arm-for-vaccine-to-get-pass/2021/12/04/888f1058-54ec-11ec-83d2-d9dab0e23b7e_story.html

Excerpts:

MILAN — A dentist in Italy faces possible criminal charges after trying to receive a coronavirus vaccine in a fake arm made of silicone.

A nurse in the northern city of Biella, Filippa Bua, said she could tell right away that something was off when a man presented the phony limb for a shot on Thursday.

“When I uncovered the arm, I felt skin that was cold and gummy, and the color was too light,’’ Bua told Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera.

She said she initially thought the 57-year-old man was an amputee and had mistakenly offered the wrong arm. She lifted his shirt and saw a silicone arm.

“I understood immediately that the man was trying to avoid the vaccination by using a silicone prosthetic, into which he hoped that I would inject the drug, unaware, Bua said.

The nurse said the man acknowledged he did not want a vaccine but to obtain a “super” health pass, which from Monday will be required to enter restaurants, cinemas, theaters and other venues in Italy.

The nurse said the man was courteous and left the vaccination center after the failed attempt.


That's actually kind of awesome.  ;D

Subject: Re: Man presents fake arm for vaccine

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 12/04/21 at 7:10 pm


That's actually kind of awesome.  ;D


Reminds me of something the Three Stooges would do.  ;D

Subject: Re: Man presents fake arm for vaccine

Written By: Howard on 12/05/21 at 3:35 am


That's actually kind of awesome.  ;D

It is kind of awesome but why face criminal charges?

Subject: Re: Man presents fake arm for vaccine

Written By: nally on 12/05/21 at 11:14 am


Italian dentist presents fake arm for vaccine to get pass

www.washingtonpost.com/world/italian-dentist-presents-fake-arm-for-vaccine-to-get-pass/2021/12/04/888f1058-54ec-11ec-83d2-d9dab0e23b7e_story.html

Excerpts:

MILAN — A dentist in Italy faces possible criminal charges after trying to receive a coronavirus vaccine in a fake arm made of silicone.

A nurse in the northern city of Biella, Filippa Bua, said she could tell right away that something was off when a man presented the phony limb for a shot on Thursday.

“When I uncovered the arm, I felt skin that was cold and gummy, and the color was too light,’’ Bua told Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera.

She said she initially thought the 57-year-old man was an amputee and had mistakenly offered the wrong arm. She lifted his shirt and saw a silicone arm.

“I understood immediately that the man was trying to avoid the vaccination by using a silicone prosthetic, into which he hoped that I would inject the drug, unaware, Bua said.

The nurse said the man acknowledged he did not want a vaccine but to obtain a “super” health pass, which from Monday will be required to enter restaurants, cinemas, theaters and other venues in Italy.

The nurse said the man was courteous and left the vaccination center after the failed attempt.


I heard about this on the news this morning. I thought to myself, what the (blank)?! ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris has his booster!

Written By: nally on 12/05/21 at 11:16 am

Got my booster yesterday!

I didn't feel any pain or oddness (for lack of a better word) at first, but the arm in which I received it (left) did get sore later on. Also, I felt warm during the night while trying to sleep. I'm okay now.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 12/05/21 at 11:32 am


Got my booster yesterday!


I won't be able to get my booster until next month because I got my second shot in July.

I didn't feel any pain or oddness (for lack of a better word) at first, but the arm in which I received it (left) did get sore later on. Also, I felt warm during the night while trying to sleep. I'm okay now.


That's  good.  But didn't they make you sit and wait for 15 minutes after the shot?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris has his booster!

Written By: nally on 12/05/21 at 11:34 am


I won't be able to get my booster until next month because I got my second shot in July.

Makes sense.



That's  good.  But didn't they make you sit and wait for 15 minutes after the shot?

Yes, they did.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris has his booster!

Written By: Howard on 12/05/21 at 4:08 pm


Got my booster yesterday!

I didn't feel any pain or oddness (for lack of a better word) at first, but the arm in which I received it (left) did get sore later on. Also, I felt warm during the night while trying to sleep. I'm okay now.

When I got my booster all I felt was pain & nothing else afterwards.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/05/21 at 4:09 pm


I won't be able to get my booster until next month because I got my second shot in July.

That's  good.  But didn't they make you sit and wait for 15 minutes after the shot?

They make you sit for 15 minutes just in case you have any side effects.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris has his booster!

Written By: nally on 12/05/21 at 10:54 pm


When I got my booster all I felt was pain & nothing else afterwards.

That's good.

The pain has been subsiding for most of the day; I've been taking it easy.

I should be totally fine again in the morning.



They make you sit for 15 minutes just in case you have any side effects.

Yep, I think that's required. When I got my two basic injections, I had to do that. Then I could go.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/21 at 1:08 am


Got my booster yesterday!

I didn't feel any pain or oddness (for lack of a better word) at first, but the arm in which I received it (left) did get sore later on. Also, I felt warm during the night while trying to sleep. I'm okay now.
When I had my booster, the lady volunteer that was watching over the people who had to wait the 15 minutes was very entertaining.

It has been reported that vulnerable people in the UK will be given a second booster after three months, that would make it January for me.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/21 at 1:10 am


Italian dentist presents fake arm for vaccine to get pass

www.washingtonpost.com/world/italian-dentist-presents-fake-arm-for-vaccine-to-get-pass/2021/12/04/888f1058-54ec-11ec-83d2-d9dab0e23b7e_story.html

Excerpts:

MILAN — A dentist in Italy faces possible criminal charges after trying to receive a coronavirus vaccine in a fake arm made of silicone.

A nurse in the northern city of Biella, Filippa Bua, said she could tell right away that something was off when a man presented the phony limb for a shot on Thursday.

“When I uncovered the arm, I felt skin that was cold and gummy, and the color was too light,’’ Bua told Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera.

She said she initially thought the 57-year-old man was an amputee and had mistakenly offered the wrong arm. She lifted his shirt and saw a silicone arm.

“I understood immediately that the man was trying to avoid the vaccination by using a silicone prosthetic, into which he hoped that I would inject the drug, unaware, Bua said.

The nurse said the man acknowledged he did not want a vaccine but to obtain a “super” health pass, which from Monday will be required to enter restaurants, cinemas, theaters and other venues in Italy.

The nurse said the man was courteous and left the vaccination center after the failed attempt.



I heard about this too, saved the URL for when next online, but you beat me to it.

Subject: Next pandemic could be more lethal than Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/21 at 3:19 am

Future pandemics could be more lethal than the current Covid crisis, one of the creators of the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine has warned.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59542211

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris has his booster!

Written By: Howard on 12/06/21 at 3:58 am


That's good.

The pain has been subsiding for most of the day; I've been taking it easy.

I should be totally fine again in the morning.

Yep, I think that's required. When I got my two basic injections, I had to do that. Then I could go.

Then sometimes they hand out small snacks like granola bars,cookies and water for energy.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In the Philippines

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/21 at 6:10 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/12/6/1ebb637a-0f52-4f75-952a-6b199098a932.jpg
As some schools in the Philippines' capital of Manila reopen for the first time since Covid began, pupils sit in the classroom behind protective plastic screens

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): In Italy

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/21 at 7:02 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/12/6/2933dc8c-f002-4fd1-916d-cc41da6c87b6.jpg
In Italy, a so-called Covid green pass - which shows proof of vaccination - is now mandatory to use public transport, hotels and other places like cinemas

Subject: The latest from South Africa as fourth wave begins

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/21 at 9:56 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/12/6/5a3c94eb-cd4f-4df8-8375-872a12cd990e.jpg

South Africa is now heading “into a fourth wave of Covid-19 infections”, President Cyril Ramaphosa has warned.

"Over the last week, the number of daily infections has increased five-fold," he said in a statement earlier, adding that the spike is being driven by the Omicron variant.

Last week, South Africa's daily infections surged to more than 16,000 on Friday from about 2,300 on Monday.

But the rise in cases also seems to have prompted more people to get vaccinated in the last week.

Subject: Canada's new travel rules cause chaos and confusion

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/21 at 10:11 am

Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau's new rules for international travellers are not going down well, leaving many Canadians stranded in southern Africa or forced to spend hours in third countries on their way home.

The root of the problem is that Canadians are not allowed to show the results of coronavirus tests taken in southern Africa.

Instead they must obtain a molecular test from another country.

According to the Globe and Mail newspaper, this has resulted in several citizens being forced to make lengthy stops in Ethiopia - a regional travel hub - on their way home, in spite of a federal travel advisory on account of the country's civil war.

Once there, families have spoken about having to leave the airport to take their tests.

Canada is one of the few places in the world with the third-country policy, which the World Health Organization has called "disappointing".

The government has granted a temporary exemption  but only for passengers on Lufthansa flights making a stop in Frankfurt airport in Germany. Passengers on those flights can take a test in South Africa.

Subject: Number of Omicron cases in UK tops 300

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/21 at 11:05 am

A further 90 cases of the Omicron variant of coronavirus are recorded in the UK taking the total to 336, the UK Health Security Agency says.

The total includes 261 in England, 71 in Scotland, 4 in Wales and none in Northern Ireland.

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FF73kq6X0AccHwD?format=png&name=small

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 51,000 new cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/21 at 12:04 pm

A further 51,459 coronavirus cases have been recorded in the UK, according to the latest daily figures.

Some 41 people have died within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test, the government figures show.

Figures can be lower at the start of the week due to a delay in data being recorded over the weekend.

Subject: Russia confirms first Omicron cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/21 at 1:25 pm

Russia has recorded its first two cases of the Omicron variant, a federal watchdog says.

Two people who had already tested positive for Covid upon returning from southern Africa have now been confirmed infected with Omicron, Russian consumer and public health watchdog Rospotrebnadzor says.

Russian authorities have recently tightened rules for those arriving from South Africa and neighbouring countries, introducing compulsory tests at the border as well as a two-week quarantine.

Even before the arrival of the new variant Russia was already enduring a particularly deadly Covid spell, frequently setting new daily death records at more than 1,200.

Russia has confirmed 282,462 Covid-related deaths since the start of the pandemic, Rospotrebnadzor says.

At the same time, Rosstat - Russia's official statistics agency - says more than 537,000 people died in the country between April 2020 and October 2021 after a confirmed or suspected Covid infection.

Rosstat uses broader criteria in its tallying system than Rospotrebnadzor.

Subject: Covid: Omicron spreading in the community, Javid confirms

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/06/21 at 2:13 pm

There is community transmission of the Omicron coronavirus variant in multiple regions of England, Health Secretary Sajid Javid has confirmed.

He told MPs the variant was continuing to spread "here and around the world" and there were now cases here "with no links to international travel".

There have been 336 confirmed cases of the highly-mutated variant across the UK, he said, a rise of 90 from Sunday.

There are concerns about how Omicron could interact with current vaccines.

Of the confirmed Omicron cases, 261 were in England, 71 in Scotland and four in Wales - while Northern Ireland is yet to have a confirmed case.

Mr Javid said that as far as he was aware none of those people had been admitted to hospital.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59553460

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris has his booster!

Written By: nally on 12/06/21 at 7:48 pm


Then sometimes they hand out small snacks like granola bars,cookies and water for energy.

I never received those perks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/21 at 12:41 am


Then sometimes they hand out small snacks like granola bars,cookies and water for energy.
I have only heard it happening at blood donation centres.

Subject: Travellers must show test proof as rules take effect

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/21 at 2:58 am

People aged 12 and over must show proof of a negative PCR or lateral flow test for coronavirus taken within 48 hours of travelling to the UK, as rules to limit the spread of the Omicron variant take effect. Private test providers must be used - not the free NHS lateral flow kits - and the measures apply whether or not people are vaccinated.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris has his booster!

Written By: Howard on 12/07/21 at 3:44 am


I never received those perks.

I guess they hand them out because they think your blood sugar may be low.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/07/21 at 3:45 am


I have only heard it happening at blood donation centres.

Ours had granola bars, cookies and water/juice.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/21 at 4:10 am


I guess they hand them out because they think your blood sugar may be low.
The laid on tea and biscuits are provided after the blood sample is taken, helps in recuperating the body.

Subject: France announces closure of nightclubs

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/21 at 4:33 am

As reported earlier, France has announced that nightclubs in the country will be closed for the next four weeks.

During a press conference, PM Jean Castex said they would shut from from Friday in order to fight what he described as a fifth Covid-19 wave.

French health minister Olivier Véran announced that with an incidence rate of 400 per 100,000 cases, rates were already higher than in the peak of the third wave. The infection wave is stronger where the vaccine coverage is weaker, the health minister added.

In primary schools, children will have to wear a mask in the schoolyard as well as the classroom - as was already the case.

And French people aged over 65 will be able to get a booster dose of the Covid vaccine without an appointment. For now, no curfew or lockdown measures will be taken, the French PM said.

Subject: Mix and match vaccines could help immunise the world

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/21 at 5:56 am

Giving people different types of Covid vaccine could help immunise people in the poorest countries, say Oxford researchers.

The team were investigating the immune response when people’s second dose was different to their first.

The study, published in the Lancet, compared two doses of Oxford-AstraZeneca or Pfizer with people having an initial dose with those vaccines and a second of either Moderna or Novavax.

The mix-and-match approach led to a robust immune response when antibodies and T-cells were analysed.

The researchers said the work could help countries with low immunisation rates and a limited supply of vaccines as they could be more flexible in which doses they used.

Prof Matthew Snape, one of the researchers at Oxford, said: “It’s worth remembering only 6% of the population in low income areas have had their primary vaccination.

“What we’re seeing is are there many combinations you would want to use.”

He said following AstraZeneca with Novavax looked particularly intriguing as these vaccines were the easiest to store and gave a better overall immune response than two doses of AstraZeneca.

Subject: Weekly Covid deaths fall below 1,000 for first time in five weeks - ONS

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/21 at 7:00 am

Deaths involving Covid-19 in the UK fell below 1,000 in the week ending 26 November for the first time in five weeks, according to the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics.

Case numbers in the UK were falling towards the end of October and it takes a couple of weeks before this trend starts to be reflected in the number of deaths recorded.

In the latest week, there were a total of 13,150 deaths registered in the UK, which was 11% above the five-year average. This was down from 16% the previous week.

A total of 979 deaths involved Covid-19 in the latest week, 111 fewer than last week. This is the second consecutive week the number of Covid deaths has fallen.

Subject: Christmas party outbreak leaves 68 Spanish medics infected

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/21 at 7:52 am

At least 68 staff at a Spanish hospital’s intensive care unit in Málaga have tested positive for Covid-19 after going to a Christmas party.

Health authorities investigating the outbreak suspect the virus may have been spread at a party attended by more than 170 people last Wednesday.

At least half of those in attendance were isolating after coming into close contact with the medics who contracted the virus.

The infected staff were all fully vaccinated and are showing no symptoms, health authorities said.

Most of them are ICU doctors and nurses who took negative antigen tests before the event.

The large outbreak has heightened concerns about the risk of spreading Covid at social events during the Christmas period.

Hospital staff in Andalusia had been advised not to attend Christmas parties to mitigate that risk.

On Monday, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez urged people to not "let their guard down" to Covid over the holidays.

Like many European countries, Spain has recorded an increase in Covid infections in recent weeks as experts express concern over the spread of the Omicron variant.

Subject: Omicron: Wales expects significant wave of new Covid variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/21 at 9:05 am

We've been bringing you updates from Wales where the health minister Eluned Morgan says they are expecting "a significant wave of Omicron to hit" - with a peak expected by the end of January.

She says this is why there is an urgency in getting people vaccinated.

Wales has announced measures to combat the new variant including:

# All adults in Wales will be offered a booster vaccination by the end of January

# 12 to 15-year-olds will be offered a second dose

# Additional help has been requested from the military to allow some parts of Wales to double the number of vaccinations provided

# The aim is to increase the number of vaccinations from 19,000 a day to more than 200,000 a week

Subject: More school closures expected in Scotland

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/21 at 9:19 am

More schools and businesses will close in the run-up to Christmas, warns Scotland's national clinical director.

Prof Jason Leitch has told the BBC he expects such closures to be repeated across the country.

"This is how we've dealt with each of the variants as they have arisen," he says.

A primary school in Renfrewshire has already been forced to shut for a week after a suspected outbreak of the new coronavirus variant caused staff to isolate.

Leith says: "Unfortunately, there will be occasions where a hospitality setting or a school or an office will have to close because of Omicron for a little while until we know more."

Subject: 101 further UK Omicron cases confirmed

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/21 at 10:41 am

There have been a further 101 cases of the Omicron variant confirmed, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) says.

It takes the total number of cases confirmed in the UK to 437.

Of those new cases, 72 are in England, 28 in Scotland and one in Wales.

It means there have been a total of 333 cases in England, 99 in Scotland and five in Wales.

None have been identified in Northern Ireland.

Subject: Another 45,691 UK Covid cases reported

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/21 at 11:12 am

A further 45,691 coronavirus cases have been reported across the UK, according to the latest figures.

That's up from 39,716 cases on Tuesday last week.

There were also a further 180 deaths reported within 28 days of a positive test.

On Monday 329,165 booster jabs or third doses were given, taking the total to more than 20.9 million.

Subject: UK reports highest weekly Covid cases since January

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/07/21 at 12:24 pm

The number of new Covid cases reported across the UK this week is the highest weekly figure since January.

A total of 336,893 new cases have been reported in the past seven days, including 45,691 on Tuesday.

This is the highest number for a seven-day period since the week to 16 January, when 339,956 were reported.

Weekly cases during the second wave of the virus peaked at 417,620, for the seven days to 9 January.

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Subject: Re: Travellers must show test proof as rules take effect

Written By: nally on 12/07/21 at 8:02 pm


I have only heard it happening at blood donation centres.

That makes sense.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Boris has his booster!

Written By: nally on 12/07/21 at 8:03 pm


I guess they hand them out because they think your blood sugar may be low.

Probably so; I never thought of that.



The laid on tea and biscuits are provided after the blood sample is taken, helps in recuperating the body.

Good observation. O0

Subject: Covid booster jab booking system opens to over-40s in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/21 at 12:16 am

People aged 40 and over in England can now book their booster jab for three months after their second dose.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59571123

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/08/21 at 3:31 am


The laid on tea and biscuits are provided after the blood sample is taken, helps in recuperating the body.

Yes, that's what they do at Blood Sample Centers.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/21 at 3:37 am


I have only heard it happening at blood donation centres.

Ours had granola bars, cookies and water/juice.

Yes, that's what they do at Blood Sample Centers.


The laid on tea and biscuits are provided after the blood sample is taken, helps in recuperating the body.

Yes, that's what they do at Blood Sample Centers.
Exactly as I said...

Subject: Margaret Keenan marks one year since becoming first in UK to be vaccinated

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/21 at 3:51 am

Today marks a year since the UK delivered its first Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine outside of a trial, kickstarting the vaccination programme.

Speaking to the BBC, Margaret Keenan said she was "so happy" that she got the vaccine.

"It's been a wonderful year really," she said. "People meet me in the street and say ‘thank god for you because I wasn’t going to have this jab’ and it’s lovely to hear that and even young people have spoken to me and it makes me feel good."

Ms Keenan urged people to get vaccinated.

"I say please do have the jab because it will save your life and the life of your friends and family and the NHS as well. Don’t think about it, just go and have it done."

Subject: Omicron doubling every two or three days - Prof Ferguson

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/21 at 7:10 am

Prof Neil Ferguson, a key government adviser, has been talking about the spread of the Omicron variant across the UK. He says there is a rationale to telling people to work from home again.

He said case numbers of the variant are doubling "at least every three days, maybe every two days at the moment" and it was likely to overtake the Delta variant to become the dominant type of coronavirus in the UK before Christmas.

At the moment, it represents only about 2% to 3% of cases, but he said the overall case numbers would accelerate within a week or two due to its rapid growth.

Prof Ferguson said that with no action the Omicron wave was likely to peak in January but the question of what measures the UK would take was likely to depend on how severe an infection it turns out to be.

"At the moment, we don't really have a good handle on the severity of this virus, there's a little hint in the UK data that infections are a little bit more likely to be asymptomatic, but we really need to firm up that evidence at the current time," he said.

He said there was "a rationale, just epidemiologically, to try and slow this down" by telling people to work from home so there is more time to administer booster jabs, but it might be possible that a lockdown is required again.

Subject: UK confirms further 131 Omicron cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/21 at 10:19 am

A further 131 cases of the Omicron variant have been confirmed in the UK, the UK Health Security Agency says.

It takes the total number of confirmed cases to 568.

There are concerns the highly-mutated coronavirus variant could evade vaccines.

Subject: What are the new Plan B rules for England?

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/21 at 1:25 pm

The government has announced new Covid rules for England, in response to concern over the Omicron variant.

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Subject: Re: Covid booster jab booking system opens to over-40s in England

Written By: nally on 12/08/21 at 8:13 pm


People aged 40 and over in England can now book their booster jab for three months after their second dose.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59571123

That’s good; it may be different in the States.  My booster came 7 months after my second main dose.

Subject: Re: UK confirms further 131 Omicron cases

Written By: nally on 12/08/21 at 10:46 pm


A further 131 cases of the Omicron variant have been confirmed in the UK, the UK Health Security Agency says.

It takes the total number of confirmed cases to 568.

There are concerns the highly-mutated coronavirus variant could evade vaccines.


The U.S. is gradually getting some, too. :-[

Subject: The latest lab science on Omicron's threat

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/21 at 8:12 am

Here are two big questions: how fast can Omicron spread? And how sick will it make you?

Understand those and you understand the threat and the challenge posed by Omicron.

Scientists around the world are now making the first stabs at answering those questions and giving us hints of what's in store.

Immunity is critical, Omicron has not rewound the clock to the start of the pandemic, but uncertainty clouds everything and definitive answers could be weeks away.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59580290

Subject: What are the rules for face masks in England?

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/21 at 10:08 am

Face coverings will be compulsory in more indoor venues in England from Friday, here are the places you'll need them:

Cinemas and theatres
Places of worship
Shops, public transport and stations
Hairdressers, tattoo studios and nail bars
Post offices and banks
Estate agents
Vet surgeries
Takeaways
Pharmacies
Auction houses
Taxis
Driving lessons and tests

Subject: UK records 249 new Omicron cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/21 at 10:54 am

The UK has recorded 249 new cases of the Omicron variant, taking the total number of cases recorded to 817.

Of these, 248 cases were in England and one in Scotland.

However, official figures are almost certainly an underestimate as not all UK labs can detect whether a case is Omicron and not everyone will have come forward for testing.

Yesterday, Health Secretary Sajid Javid told the Commons the true number of Omicron cases in the UK was likely to be around 10,000.

And this morning, he said if cases of the variant continued to double at the same rate, the total number of cases was likely to to hit one million by the end of the month.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/21 at 11:29 am

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Subject: Austria's vaccine refusers will be fined every three months

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/21 at 12:18 pm

Austria's conservative-led government has announced plans to make Covid-19 vaccinations compulsory.

The order, which must be approved by parliament, is due to take effect from February and will apply to everyone aged 14 and over. Those who continue to refuse to take the vaccine will be fined €3,600 (£3,077, $4,071) every three months.

Setting out the measures, the Minister for Constitutional Affairs Karoline Edtstadler and Health Minister Wolfgang Mueckstein said they were not intended to be punitive.

"We do not want to punish people who are not vaccinated. We want to win them over and convince them to get vaccinated," Edtstadler said.

Just 68% of Austria's population is fully vaccinated against Covid-19 and the country recently entered a lockdown to tackle a fourth wave of the virus.

Subject: Slovakia approves jab cash payment to over 60s

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/09/21 at 12:58 pm

While Austria intends to fine people for not getting a vaccine, Slovakia is to give cash payments to people aged over 60 who agree to do so.

People in that age group receiving booster jabs by mid-January will get €300 (£257, $339), while all over-60s who sign up for the vaccine will be entitled to €200 (£171, $226).

The move is aimed at combating significant vaccine hesitancy in the country. Just 68% of people over-60 are fully vaccinated - well below the bloc's average of 88%.

Slovakia, with a population of 5.5 million, has been severely hit by the latest wave of the epidemic, forcing it to reintroduce lockdown measures as hospitalisations rise.

Subject: Re: What are the rules for face masks in England?

Written By: Howard on 12/10/21 at 4:06 am


Face coverings will be compulsory in more indoor venues in England from Friday, here are the places you'll need them:

Cinemas and theatres
Places of worship
Shops, public transport and stations
Hairdressers, tattoo studios and nail bars
Post offices and banks
Estate agents
Vet surgeries
Takeaways
Pharmacies
Auction houses
Taxis
Driving lessons and tests

Same goes for New York too.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK Booster push to tackle Omicron

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/21 at 4:06 am

Extra vaccine sites, more appointments, additional volunteer vaccinators and military help are all part of plans to help achieve the prime minister's target to offer boosters to everyone over 18 in England before the new year. Boris Johnson declared "an emergency in our battle with the new variant Omicron" in a TV statement on Sunday evening, revealing the country faces a "tidal wave" of the strain. Health Secretary Sajid Javid confirmed on Monday that there are about 10 patients in hospital in England with Omicron - but he said there had not been any deaths with the variant.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Work-from-home guidance reintroduced in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/21 at 4:14 am

To help stop the spread of Omicron, people should now work from home if they can. The measure's being reintroduced in England from Monday as part of the government's Plan B, which brings the nation in line with Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. However, the move has left some businesses in city centres fearing they will lose customers as Christmas approaches.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/21 at 4:15 am


To help stop the spread of Omicron, people should now work from home if they can. The measure's being reintroduced in England from Monday as part of the government's Plan B, which brings the nation in line with Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. However, the move has left some businesses in city centres fearing they will lose customers as Christmas approaches.
Work from home, that means I continuing with shielding.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/13/21 at 4:25 am


Work from home, that means I continuing with shielding.

And the mask wearing.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/21 at 4:31 am


And the mask wearing.
I do not need to wear a mask on my own home.

Subject: UK moves to Covid alert level four - but what does it mean?

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/21 at 4:53 am

The UK's coronavirus alert level has been increased from level three to four - meaning transmission of cases is high or rising exponentially.

The last time the UK was at this level was between late February and May this year.

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Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The latest UK Covid data

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/21 at 5:47 am

The average number of daily confirmed coronavirus cases has bounced around since mid-July and has been rising again since early November.

A further 48,854 confirmed cases were announced on Sunday, taking the seven-day average to 51,497 cases per day.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/12/13/543cc6ae-603f-400f-aa42-183f2a8d3149.png

The most recent government figures show 7,413 people with coronavirus in hospital in the UK, almost exactly the same as a week earlier (7,406).

Although the number of hospital patients is higher than it was over the summer, it remains far below the peak of nearly 40,000 people back in January.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2021/12/13/e20ca094-c778-4c7a-bd4d-6e346310a8b8.png

There were 52 deaths within 28 days of a positive test reported on Sunday.

Of those deaths, there were 44 in England, five in Wales and three in Northern Ireland. There were no deaths reported in Scotland on Sunday.

England has seen the majority of UK deaths since the pandemic began, with more than 127,000.

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Subject: Covid: First UK death recorded with Omicron variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/21 at 6:08 am

One person in the UK has died with the Omicron variant of coronavirus, the prime minister has said.

Boris Johnson said the new variant was also resulting in hospital admissions and the "best thing" people could do was get their booster jab.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59639007

Subject: System 'down' after more than 100,000 try to book boosters

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/21 at 7:34 am

The Department of Health and Social Care says over 100,000 people have tried to book vaccine appointments this morning, causing the online booking system to go "down".

"We have a team looking at it and they're hoping to get it back up and running as soon as possible," a spokesman says.

Subject: UK records more than 50,000 Covid cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/21 at 11:06 am

The UK has recorded 54,661 new infections, according to the government's daily figures.

Today's data also shows there were 38 deaths within 28 days of a positive Covid test.

These figures tend to be lower at the start of the week due to a delay in recording deaths and cases over the weekend.

Subject: Premier League reports 42 positive Covid-19 results in past week

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/13/21 at 12:26 pm

Forty-two Premier League players and staff tested positive for Covid-19 in the past week - the most recorded in the league over a seven-day period.

It is the highest number since 40 cases were reported in January.

That week, 2,295 tests were carried out, while 3,805 tests were done in the latest round from 6-12 December.

Brighton, Tottenham, Leicester, Manchester United and Aston Villa have all confirmed cases, with United's game at Brentford in doubt.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/59643714

Subject: Re: Covid: First UK death recorded with Omicron variant

Written By: nally on 12/13/21 at 9:51 pm


One person in the UK has died with the Omicron variant of coronavirus, the prime minister has said.

Boris Johnson said the new variant was also resulting in hospital admissions and the "best thing" people could do was get their booster jab.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59639007


:\'(

There have been several cases of the Omicron Variant in the US too, but no reported deaths from it yet. (At least not that I'm aware.)

Subject: Long queues at vaccine centres as 500,000 book in a day

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/21 at 1:33 am

Despite the NHS website crashing under the demand, more than half a million people booked their booster vaccination yesterday following the prime minister's pledge that everyone would be offered a top-up dose by 31 December.

Some people waited for up to five hours to get a jab at walk-in centres as long queues formed.

Now the NHS is appealing for more volunteers to help deliver the vaccination programme over the coming weeks.

Downing Street has promised that hundreds more vaccination sites will be established all over the country.

Subject: PCR tests unavailable at sites across England

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/21 at 6:36 am

The government's booking site for PCR tests is currently showing they are unavailable at walk-through and drive-through sites in all of England's regions.

Home testing kits, which should arrive within a day of being requested, are still available, however - as are tests at sites throughout Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

It comes after people ordering lateral flow tests in recent days have also been told that none were available - although ministers insisted there was no shortage of supply, just an issue with distributing them in sufficient numbers.

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Subject: PCR tests unavailable at sites across England

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/21 at 7:27 am


The government's booking site for PCR tests is currently showing they are unavailable at walk-through and drive-through sites in all of England's regions.

Home testing kits, which should arrive within a day of being requested, are still available, however - as are tests at sites throughout Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland.

It comes after people ordering lateral flow tests in recent days have also been told that none were available - although ministers insisted there was no shortage of supply, just an issue with distributing them in sufficient numbers.

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PCR tests available again!

Subject: Scots urged to limit socialising to three households

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/21 at 9:52 am

People in Scotland have been asked to limit socialising to three households at a time in the run-up to Christmas amid concerns over the Omicron variant.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-59655829

Subject: UK records another 59,610 coronavirus cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/21 at 10:13 am

The UK government has updated its daily Covid numbers:

Another 59,610 new infections have been recorded, which is an increase of 12.1% from the past seven days
A further 150 people have died within 28 days of a positive test, which is a 6.5% decrease compared to the past seven days

Subject: Post-jab observation period scrapped

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/21 at 11:35 am

The UK's four chief medical officers have just advised that the waiting period where people are monitored after getting their Pfizer or Moderna Covid jab in case of an allergic reaction should be temporarily suspended.

They said scrapping the 15-minute observation period would speed the process up at vaccination centres and allow more people to get boosters.

They also said the rates of anaphylaxis (a severe allergic reaction) after Covid vaccination are low - around one per 100,000 vaccine doses.

Speaking in the Commons just now, Health Secretary Sajid Javid said the change would help the NHS "get more jabs in arms more quickly to give people vital protection this winter".

Those who have a history of allergies, particularly to other vaccines, or have had an immediate reaction after previous doses may still be advised to stay for the 15 minutes.

Subject: Musicals, plays and pantos cancel shows after Covid-19 outbreaks

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/14/21 at 3:59 pm

West End hits The Lion King and The Life of Pi are among a number of shows that have been forced to cancel performances due to Covid-19 outbreaks.

The Lion King called off shows on Tuesday and Wednesday due "to Covid-enforced absences" among cast and crew.

Life of Pi at Wyndham's Theatre pulled five shows from 9 to 13 December.

The Royal Shakespeare Company's Comedy of Errors at the Barbican in London has also cancelled all performances until 22 December due to Covid cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-59638954

Subject: Covid pass starts in England despite biggest rebellion of Johnson era

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/21 at 2:31 am

Adults in England must now show a Covid pass to enter nightclubs, big sports matches and other large events - despite nearly 100 Conservative MPs voting against the government's plans.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59662142

Subject: Re: Covid pass starts in England despite biggest rebellion of Johnson era

Written By: Howard on 12/15/21 at 3:31 am


Adults in England must now show a Covid pass to enter nightclubs, big sports matches and other large events - despite nearly 100 Conservative MPs voting against the government's plans.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59662142

And especially in New York too.

Subject: Over-18s in England invited to book Covid boosters

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/21 at 5:36 am

People aged 18 and over in England are now eligible to book a Covid-19 booster jab under the latest widening of the vaccination programme.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59662435

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Fourteen people now in hospital with Omicron

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/21 at 8:20 am

There are now 14 people in hospital with Omicron in the UK, the House of Commons has been told. Previously, there were thought to be 10 people.

Junior eduction minister Alex Burghart gave the figure when he was answering an urgent question on education.

Subject: Record 78,610 daily cases reported in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/21 at 10:38 am

A further 78,610 Covid cases have been confirmed in the UK, the government has announced. It's a record number of daily cases for the UK.

The previous record for cases was in January.

Official figures released just now also show a further 165 people have died.

Subject: Another 4,671 Omicron cases confirmed in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/15/21 at 10:39 am

We've just brought you the news that the UK has announced a record number of daily Covid cases - more than 78,000 compared with the previous record of just over 68,000 back in January.

We have some details on the number of confirmed Omicron cases too.

A further 4,671 Omicron cases have been announced, taking the total to 10,017.

However the real number of Omicron cases is expected to be much higher.

Confirming that a suspected case is the Omicron variant requires a full genetic analysis, which takes between four and five days - so it's more difficult to test for Omicron.

Subject: Re: Another 4,671 Omicron cases confirmed in UK

Written By: nally on 12/23/21 at 10:45 pm


We've just brought you the news that the UK has announced a record number of daily Covid cases - more than 78,000 compared with the previous record of just over 68,000 back in January.

We have some details on the number of confirmed Omicron cases too.

A further 4,671 Omicron cases have been announced, taking the total to 10,017.

However the real number of Omicron cases is expected to be much higher.

Confirming that a suspected case is the Omicron variant requires a full genetic analysis, which takes between four and five days - so it's more difficult to test for Omicron.

And now, a week later, Omicron seems to be spreading out of control. :o ::)

Subject: Re: Another 4,671 Omicron cases confirmed in UK

Written By: Howard on 12/24/21 at 3:43 am


And now, a week later, Omicron seems to be spreading out of control. :o ::)

It's not going away anytime soon.

Subject: Re: Another 4,671 Omicron cases confirmed in UK

Written By: nally on 12/24/21 at 11:43 am


It's not going away anytime soon.

…which I think we are all very much aware of. It’s just sad.

Subject: Re: Another 4,671 Omicron cases confirmed in UK

Written By: LyricBoy on 12/24/21 at 2:00 pm


…which I think we are all very much aware of. It’s just sad.


What comes after omicron? ???

Subject: Re: Another 4,671 Omicron cases confirmed in UK

Written By: nally on 12/24/21 at 2:24 pm


What comes after omicron? ???

That's for the CDC to decide?

Subject: Re: Another 4,671 Omicron cases confirmed in UK

Written By: Howard on 12/24/21 at 3:42 pm


What comes after omicron? ???

I'm really not sure.  ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 12/26/21 at 2:01 pm

pi, rho, sigma, tau, upsilon

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 12/26/21 at 2:19 pm


pi, rho, sigma, tau, upsilon



It's all Greek to me.



:D ;D ;D ;D

Sorry. Couldn't help it. When I was in Greece, I bought a tee shirt that had the Greek alphabet on it and it said "It's all Greek to me." After I got back to the States, you wouldn't believe how many people asked me what that said.  ::)  Still have the shirt but just haven't worn in a LONG time.


Cat

Subject: Re: Another 4,671 Omicron cases confirmed in UK

Written By: nally on 12/26/21 at 5:13 pm


pi, rho, sigma, tau, upsilon


It's all Greek to me.



So true...

Subject: Re: Another 4,671 Omicron cases confirmed in UK

Written By: nally on 12/26/21 at 5:14 pm


:D ;D ;D ;D

Sorry. Couldn't help it. When I was in Greece, I bought a tee shirt that had the Greek alphabet on it and it said "It's all Greek to me." After I got back to the States, you wouldn't believe how many people asked me what that said.  ::)  Still have the shirt but just haven't worn in a LONG time.


Cat

Interesting story. ;)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/27/21 at 4:13 am


pi, rho, sigma, tau, upsilon

Are these the names of the variants of the virus?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 12/27/21 at 3:45 pm


Are these the names of the variants of the virus?


They are using the letters in the Greek alphabet. After omicron the next letter is pi, then rho...

Subject: Re: Another 4,671 Omicron cases confirmed in UK

Written By: nally on 12/27/21 at 7:51 pm


They are using the letters in the Greek alphabet. After omicron the next letter is pi, then rho...

So if there are any future variations, they would probably use those Greek letters…

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 12/29/21 at 10:11 pm

January 3, 2022.  We're getting our booster shots this Monday so I can finally go unmasked!

Subject: Re: Another 4,671 Omicron cases confirmed in UK

Written By: nally on 12/29/21 at 10:35 pm


January 3, 2022.  We're getting our booster shots this Monday so I can finally go unmasked!

Great! O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/30/21 at 4:03 am


January 3, 2022.  We're getting our booster shots this Monday so I can finally go unmasked!

Wonderful News. :)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/22 at 10:20 am


January 3, 2022.  We're getting our booster shots this Monday so I can finally go unmasked!
Splendid!

But still be careful for any of the variants of the virus can still be caught, and still mildly affect you.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/22 at 10:22 am


They are using the letters in the Greek alphabet. After omicron the next letter is pi, then rho...
If "pi" was used, it would be confusing for it's use in mathematics.

Subject: Covid: England must stick with Plan B to protect NHS - PM

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/22 at 10:35 am

England will continue with its Plan B Covid measures amid growing pressures on the NHS, Boris Johnson has said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-59859923

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 01/03/22 at 1:16 pm

I got my booster and so did my mother.  We're officially fully vaccinated!

Subject: Re: Another 4,671 Omicron cases confirmed in UK

Written By: nally on 01/03/22 at 7:58 pm


If "pi" was used, it would be confusing for it's use in mathematics.

I would agree.

Subject: Re: Covid: England must stick with Plan B to protect NHS - PM

Written By: nally on 01/03/22 at 7:59 pm


I got my booster and so did my mother.  We're officially fully vaccinated!

Congratz to both of you! O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/22 at 10:24 pm


I got my booster and so did my mother.  We're officially fully vaccinated!
Please remember to take a painkiller if your arm is still painful.

Subject: Covid in Scotland: Cases hit record high of 20,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/22 at 12:42 am

A further 20,217 people have tested positive for Covid-19 in Scotland, the highest daily figure since the pandemic began.

The official figures are the first to be published in 2022, and overtake the previous high of 15,849 positive results reported on 29 December.

The Scottish government said there had been delays in results being reported due to the high volume of tests.

It said turnaround times had also been impacted by the holiday weekend.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-59859179

Subject: Omicron stats are huge, but look beyond them

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/22 at 1:55 am

Covid infections have risen to unprecedented levels in recent weeks because of the Omicron variant.

But, as early evidence suggested it would, this variant is causing milder illness, for now at least.

A fall in the proportion of detected cases ending in hospital, shows this. It is now five times lower than it was a year ago.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59862568

Subject: More Covid absences expected as UK schools go back

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/22 at 2:54 am

More Covid-related staff and pupil absences are expected this term as schools reopen following the Christmas break.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-59761865

Subject: Another Chinese city goes into lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/22 at 6:08 am

We were reporting earlier about the city of Xian which is under lockdown and where residents are being forced to barter for supplies - now another city in China has gone in to a full lockdown in the latest effort to stop a new wave of Covid infections.

Authorities have told people in Yuzhou to stay in their homes.

Almost all vehicles have been banned from the roads. All shops and businesses - apart from supermarkets supplying food - have been told to close.

The measures have been imposed after three asymptomatic cases were discovered.

Yuzhou is a small city by Chinese standards, with a population of about 1.2 million.

China's authorities say these latest cases are of the Delta variant. So far there have been only two reported cases of Omicron in the Chinese mainland.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): PM to lead Downing Street news conference later

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/22 at 7:40 am

Prime Minister Boris Johnson is to lead a Downing Street news conference at 17:00 GMT today.

He will be joined by England's chief medical officer, Prof Sir Chris Whitty, and chief scientific officer Sir Patrick Vallance.

Subject: Daily reported UK case numbers exceed 200,000

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/22 at 10:42 am

A total of 218,724 people have been reported as testing positive for Covid in the UK, according to government figures.

This is the highest daily total we've seen, however it does include tests recorded on previous days.

Due to not all cases being reported over the Christmas holidays, they include Northern Ireland case numbers over four days - and Wales' case numbers over two days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 01/04/22 at 1:56 pm


If "pi" was used, it would be confusing for it's use in mathematics.


Lots of them are used in maths and science

Subject: What we learned from Downing St news conference

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/22 at 1:57 pm


Prime Minister Boris Johnson is to lead a Downing Street news conference at 17:00 GMT today.

He will be joined by England's chief medical officer, Prof Sir Chris Whitty, and chief scientific officer Sir Patrick Vallance.


The UK PM's media briefing has finished, so here's a reminder of the key things we just heard:

# 100,000 key workers in areas like food processing and transport are to be sent lateral flow tests to use every day from 10 January

# Boris Johnson says now is the time for "utmost caution" – and anyone who thinks the battle with Covid is over is "profoundly wrong"

# But there is a chance we can "ride out this Omicron wave" without shutting the country down again, Johnson adds

# For now the PM says he wants the current, Plan B, level of restrictions to remain in England - other parts of the UK have different rules

# There's been a big increase in Covid cases over the last few weeks, UK chief medical adviser Sir Chris Whitty says, and the expectation is that number will continue to go up

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/04/22 at 3:02 pm


I got my booster and so did my mother.  We're officially fully vaccinated!

That's such great news! :)

Subject: Re: Omicron stats are huge, but look beyond them

Written By: Howard on 01/04/22 at 3:04 pm


Covid infections have risen to unprecedented levels in recent weeks because of the Omicron variant.

But, as early evidence suggested it would, this variant is causing milder illness, for now at least.

A fall in the proportion of detected cases ending in hospital, shows this. It is now five times lower than it was a year ago.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-59862568

Let it be kept low.

Subject: Re: Omicron stats are huge, but look beyond them

Written By: nally on 01/04/22 at 8:01 pm


Lots of them are used in maths and science

Especially maths (with pi).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 01/04/22 at 11:00 pm

Great, now France has a new IHU variant thanks to the stupid anti-vaxxers. I think three doses should be mandatory at this point

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/22 at 12:37 am


Great, now France has a new IHU variant thanks to the stupid anti-vaxxers. I think three doses should be mandatory at this point
French President Emmanuel Macron has warned he intends to make life difficult for people in France who have not been vaccinated against Covid-19.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-59873833

Subject: Omicron: Curfew in Delhi as India Covid cases surge

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/22 at 1:36 am

India is bracing for a third wave of coronavirus as its largest cities - the capital Delhi and financial hub Mumbai - see a surge in cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-59835675

Subject: 750 staff absent at one trust in one day - NHS Confederation

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/22 at 3:19 am

The NHS Confederation’s Matthew Taylor says around 10% of health staff in England are off sick at the moment - but it’s much higher in some places, with one trust having 750 staff off on one day.

The single biggest reason for staff absence is Covid, he says.

The NHS Confederation has made a number of suggestions, including:

# There must not be any staff unable to come back to work because they can’t get their hands on tests - OR coming back to work with the virus because they’ve not been able to test themselves

# They also want to explore deploying medical students onto wards – it’s not perfect but has been done in previous waves, Taylor says

# And they’re also suggesting looking at reducing the self-isolation period to five days – but only if the science indicates it’s safe

Subject: Sir Keir Starmer tests positive for Covid for a second time

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/22 at 5:00 am

Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has tested positive for Covid for a second time and is now isolating.

His deputy, Angela Rayner, will fill in for him at the first 2022 session of Prime Minister's Questions, which starts at 15:00 GMT.

Sir Keir also tested positive for Covid last October and had to miss the Budget as a result.

And he has previously had to self-isolate four times after coming into contact with others testing positive.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-59880263

Subject: The Philippines orders another wave of lockdowns amid a surge in cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/22 at 6:32 am

The Philippines announced on Tuesday that it was expanding a lockdown for unvaccinated people around the capital, Manila, after recording a spike in Covid-19 cases after the holidays.

Officials made the announcement after the Philippines reported 4,984 new cases in the country, the highest daily total in recent months for a second straight day.

Metropolitan Manila, an area containing 16 cities and a township with a population of about 14 million, had already been placed under the restrictions on Monday. Mayors agreed to bar unvaccinated residents from leaving their homes except for essential reasons, such as for food, water, medical needs and work.

Tuesday’s announcement expanded the area under restrictions to include Bulacan, Cavite and Rizalbar. The rules will go into effect there on Wednesday and last until Jan. 15.

https://www.nytimes.com/2022/01/04/world/asia/philippines-manila-covid-lockdown.html

Subject: What's the Covid situation in the UK?

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/22 at 6:42 am

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2022/1/5/ab04f20b-7a38-4a23-aa29-cd8b5d723b1c.png

UK Covid infections have risen to unprecedented levels in recent weeks because of the Omicron variant.

But a fall in the proportion of detected cases ending in hospital shows this variant is causing milder illness - for now at least.

Covid hospitalisations, using that measuure, are around five times lower than they were a year ago.

A further 218,724 confirmed cases were reported in the UK on Tuesday - another record. This includes data covering a four-day period in Northern Ireland and a two-day period in Wales.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2022/1/5/3f118c6f-c8e0-41cb-8c17-b53a813bd46a.png

Subject: Re: What's the Covid situation in the UK?

Written By: Early2010sGuy on 01/05/22 at 9:06 am


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2022/1/5/ab04f20b-7a38-4a23-aa29-cd8b5d723b1c.png

UK Covid infections have risen to unprecedented levels in recent weeks because of the Omicron variant.

But a fall in the proportion of detected cases ending in hospital shows this variant is causing milder illness - for now at least.

Covid hospitalisations, using that measuure, are around five times lower than they were a year ago.

A further 218,724 confirmed cases were reported in the UK on Tuesday - another record. This includes data covering a four-day period in Northern Ireland and a two-day period in Wales.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2022/1/5/3f118c6f-c8e0-41cb-8c17-b53a813bd46a.png
At least the second bit is good news

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Pre-departure tests scrapped

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/22 at 10:24 am

The Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirms that pre-departure travel Covid tests to enter England from overseas will be scrapped from 04:00 on Friday.

He also says he is lifting the requirement to self-isolate on arrival in England until receiving a negative PCR test result.

Instead people can take a lateral flow test on day two - and if it's positive a further PCR test will be needed to identify any new variants, plus isolation as normal.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/22 at 10:26 am


The Prime Minister Boris Johnson confirms that pre-departure travel Covid tests to enter England from overseas will be scrapped from 04:00 on Friday.

He also says he is lifting the requirement to self-isolate on arrival in England until receiving a negative PCR test result.

Instead people can take a lateral flow test on day two - and if it's positive a further PCR test will be needed to identify any new variants, plus isolation as normal.
I am continuing my own personal lockdown!

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 194,747 cases and 334 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/22 at 12:08 pm

The UK has recorded 194,747 new daily coronavirus cases and a further 334 deaths within 28 days of a positive test, the government's dashboard shows.

A message on the dashboard says today's death figures include a backlog of hospital deaths reported overnight by NHS England covering the period 1 - 4 January.

Subject: Plan B rules to continue but change for travel tests

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/05/22 at 2:38 pm

England's current Plan B rules will carry on for at least another three weeks, Boris Johnson has confirmed in the Commons. The prime minister told MPs the Covid measures will be reviewed again by 26 January and cannot be scrapped immediately because hospital admissions are rising rapidly. Latest figures show 17,276 people were in hospital in the UK with Covid as of 4 January. The PM also announced a few changes to the travel rules that will please the tourism industry. From 04:00 GMT on Friday, double-jabbed people coming to England will no longer need to show proof of a negative test before they set off. From Sunday, they will also be able to take lateral flow tests rather than PCRs after arriving in England and will not be required to self-isolate while awaiting the results.

Subject: Re: What's the Covid situation in the UK?

Written By: nally on 01/05/22 at 7:31 pm


https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2022/1/5/ab04f20b-7a38-4a23-aa29-cd8b5d723b1c.png

UK Covid infections have risen to unprecedented levels in recent weeks because of the Omicron variant.

But a fall in the proportion of detected cases ending in hospital shows this variant is causing milder illness - for now at least.

Covid hospitalisations, using that measuure, are around five times lower than they were a year ago.

A further 218,724 confirmed cases were reported in the UK on Tuesday - another record. This includes data covering a four-day period in Northern Ireland and a two-day period in Wales.

https://ichef.bbci.co.uk/live-experience/cps/624/cpsprodpb/vivo/live/images/2022/1/5/3f118c6f-c8e0-41cb-8c17-b53a813bd46a.png


OUCH! :o

I bet it's a similar story in the States, to some degree.

Subject: Woman removes dress to wear as mask

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 01/05/22 at 9:48 pm

A woman in Argentina removed her dress to use as a mask so she could enter an ice cream shop. As the old saying goes "necessity is the mother of invention"!

Article and photos here:

https://nypost.com/2022/01/04/argentinian-woman-strips-in-ice-cream-shop-uses-dress-as-mask/

Subject: Re: Woman removes dress to wear as mask

Written By: AmericanGirl on 01/05/22 at 10:22 pm


A woman in Argentina removed her dress to use as a mask so she could enter an ice cream shop. As the old saying goes "necessity is the mother of invention"!

Article and photos here:

https://nypost.com/2022/01/04/argentinian-woman-strips-in-ice-cream-shop-uses-dress-as-mask/


  ;D  ;D  ;D    That's Life on Mars all right!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 01/05/22 at 11:13 pm

I finally cracked and I took a painkiller.  My arm feels better.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/22 at 12:08 am


I finally cracked and I took a painkiller.  My arm feels better.
O0

You have done the right thing.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 01/06/22 at 1:06 am


O0

You have done the right thing.


Thank you Phil! The pain was going from my shoulder down to my wrist and then back to my arm pit.  8-P 8-P 8-P

Subject: Re: Woman removes dress to wear as mask

Written By: Howard on 01/06/22 at 3:56 am


A woman in Argentina removed her dress to use as a mask so she could enter an ice cream shop. As the old saying goes "necessity is the mother of invention"!

Article and photos here:

https://nypost.com/2022/01/04/argentinian-woman-strips-in-ice-cream-shop-uses-dress-as-mask/

OMG, Wow, I thought she was stripping for real!  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/06/22 at 3:57 am


I finally cracked and I took a painkiller.  My arm feels better.


O0 That's good.

Subject: Vaccine hesitancy rife in Novak Djokovic's home country

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/22 at 6:23 am

Celebrations for Orthodox Christmas start in Serbia today, amid a surge in coronavirus cases. Medical experts fear a dramatic spread of the Omicron variant and vaccine take-up rates are still very low.

Novak Djokovic is one of many Serbs who have been reluctant to have the Covid vaccines. Even though Serbia secured a steady supply of vaccines from the start, take-up has been low and only 47% of the population has had a jab.

Djokovic was widely criticised for organising an ill-fated tennis tournament in the early months of the pandemic, when he and several other players caught the virus.

His vaccine-sceptic views are eccentric, but there are many other Serbs who have refused the jabs because of conspiracy theories and a lack of trust in their health system and modern medicine. Several Balkan states have similar low vaccination rates.

Serbian health authorities say 7,488 new cases have been reported in the past 24 hours and one of Serbia's Covid hospital co-ordinators, Prof Radmilo Jankovic, has warned the number will rise quickly towards 20,000 or even 30,000 in the next two weeks.

BTW, No vac Djokovic

Subject: Covid-19: Hundreds of maskless London Underground passengers fined

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/22 at 9:18 am

Hundreds of passengers have been issued fines for not wearing face coverings on London's transport network since it was made mandatory.

Compulsory face coverings were reinstated amid rising concerns about the Omicron variant of Covid-19.

Penalty notices up to £200 were issued to 536 people between 30 November and 21 December, the Mayor of London said.

Figures showed a further 287 passengers have penalties being processed by Transport for London (TfL).

It follows a question to the Mayor's Office from Labour Assembly member Elly Baker.

Data revealed 21,602 people were stopped on London's transport network for not wearing a mask.

City Hall said "most complied by getting their face covering from their bag or pocket, putting it on correctly or purchasing one from a shop".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-59893269

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases rise by 179,756

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/06/22 at 10:06 am

A further 179,756 cases have been reported in the UK, according to the government's daily figures.

There were 231 deaths recorded within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test.

On Wednesday 194,747 cases and 334 deaths were reported.

Also:
The daily figures also show that 2,078 people were admitted into hospital across the UK.

Looking at the seven-day averages behind the figures, cases are up 29.3%, deaths up 56.1% and hospital admissions up 64.7%.

Elsewhere in the data, 247,478 booster vaccines were administered, along with 29,030 first jabs and 41,664 second jabs.

Subject: Re: Woman removes dress to wear as mask

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 01/06/22 at 3:12 pm


OMG, Wow, I thought she was stripping for real!  :o


;D ;D ;D

Get your mind out of the gutter!

;D ;D ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases rise by 179,756

Written By: nally on 01/06/22 at 10:42 pm


A further 179,756 cases have been reported in the UK, according to the government's daily figures.

There were 231 deaths recorded within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test.

On Wednesday 194,747 cases and 334 deaths were reported.

Also:
The daily figures also show that 2,078 people were admitted into hospital across the UK.

Looking at the seven-day averages behind the figures, cases are up 29.3%, deaths up 56.1% and hospital admissions up 64.7%.

Elsewhere in the data, 247,478 booster vaccines were administered, along with 29,030 first jabs and 41,664 second jabs.

I bet it's the Omicorn Variant that's mainly responsible for this.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/22 at 4:06 am


I bet it's the Omicorn Variant that's mainly responsible for this.
Indeed it is, it is another step into the unknown, making me go into a self-imposed lockdown.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/07/22 at 4:40 am


I bet it's the Omicorn Variant that's mainly responsible for this.
Covid is affecting hospital staff, along with the higher number of admissions into hospital.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/07/22 at 2:51 pm


Covid is affecting hospital staff, along with the higher number of admissions into hospital.


It's also affecting everyone else.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases rise by 179,756

Written By: nally on 01/07/22 at 8:15 pm


Indeed it is, it is another step into the unknown, making me go into a self-imposed lockdown.

Yeah. I don't even wanna go out anywhere, except to my office and back.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases rise by 179,756

Written By: Howard on 01/08/22 at 7:04 am


Yeah. I don't even wanna go out anywhere, except to my office and back.

It seems also that no one still wants to eat inside and just order in, most likely being around people is causing everyone to eat at home.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases rise by 179,756

Written By: nally on 01/08/22 at 10:42 am


It seems also that no one still wants to eat inside and just order in, most likely being around people is causing everyone to eat at home.

...yep, regardless of vaccination status.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases rise by 179,756

Written By: Howard on 01/08/22 at 12:59 pm


...yep, regardless of vaccination status.

And shopping for groceries too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases rise by 179,756

Written By: nally on 01/08/22 at 4:22 pm


And shopping for groceries too.

At this point, I would not want to shop for groceries during “peak” hours. I might order them through Instacart.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases rise by 179,756

Written By: Howard on 01/09/22 at 3:16 am


At this point, I would not want to shop for groceries during “peak” hours. I might order them through Instacart.

That's what My Father does sometimes.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 01/09/22 at 4:11 am

I can't wait for things Stateside to be a little less disorganized than they are now.  Not that it's President Biden's fault because he's cleaning up an absolute sheesh show that the previous administration left behind but I'm hoping that things are going to get better so that I can get a passport and finally be able to go to the United States. 
I've got a life to live and I've got stuff to see and things to do.  ;D ;D ;D

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK cases rise by 179,756

Written By: nally on 01/09/22 at 11:46 am


That's what My Father does sometimes.

We began doing that two years ago when it became unsafe to go out.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/22 at 4:50 am

In the UK, the cases numbers are dropping in number, can it be the start of the endemic, or people are not reporting their confirmed positive test or having trouble getting a test kit?

"70,924 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 16 January 2022.

Between 10 January 2022 and 16 January 2022, 754,054 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -38.0% compared to the previous 7 days."

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/17/22 at 6:26 am


In the UK, the cases numbers are dropping in number, can it be the start of the endemic, or people are not reporting their confirmed positive test or having trouble getting a test kit?

"70,924 new people had a confirmed positive test result reported on 16 January 2022.

Between 10 January 2022 and 16 January 2022, 754,054 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -38.0% compared to the previous 7 days."

Or maybe they just stopped caring, could be the case. ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/22 at 7:44 am


Or maybe they just stopped caring, could be the case. ???
I am waiting on the figures for the next few days, Friday will give a real insight, when the weekly average is taken. Over the period of the pandemic, the weekend figures are lower, not reading the true amount for the down and are added on the Monday or Tuesday.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest Europe headlines

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/22 at 9:35 am

What's been happening around Europe?

# Austria has presented details of its draft law on compulsory vaccinations, which is expected to come into force in February. Vaccine refuseniks will face fines from €300 (£250) to €3,600

# France's parliament has given final approval to the government's latest measures to tackle Covid, including a vaccine pass

# Credit Suisse boss Antonio Horta-Osorio has quit with immediate effect after breaking Covid quarantine rules

# Tennis champion Novak Djokovic has arrived back in Serbia after being deported from Australia over his lost visa battle concerning his Covid status.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Weekly UK Covid cases down 41.7%

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/17/22 at 12:01 pm


I am waiting on the figures for the next few days, Friday will give a real insight, when the weekly average is taken. Over the period of the pandemic, the weekend figures are lower, not reading the true amount for the down and are added on the Monday or Tuesday.


More now on the UK's latest daily Covid figures, which show reported cases are continuing to fall.

The total number of cases in the past seven days are down 41.7% on the previous week and the UK has recorded fewer than 100,000 daily cases for the fourth day in a row.

The number of patients being admitted to hospital with Covid also appears to be plateauing, with the weekly total down 2% - although these figures only go up to 11 January.

There is a lag between people catching the virus and then getting seriously ill so Covid deaths are continuing to rise - the weekly figure is up 38.7%.

Subject: UK Covid picture gives 'grounds for hope' - WHO expert

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/22 at 2:25 am

Dr David Nabarro, the World Health Organisation's special envoy on Coivd-19, says the Covid situation in the UK "gives us grounds for hope" but urged caution.

Speaking to BBC Breakfast, he says he is "very pleased" to see how the UK's Covid situation is doing.

After a sharp increase in infections in December driven by the Omicron variant, daily cases are now falling.

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Dr Nabarro says the aim is for a situation where "the virus is present, but life is organised, so that it is not disrupted".

But he warns the virus continues to evolve in unpredictable ways, so people should refrain from suggesting the situation is "rosier than it really is".

He says while he can see "light at the end of the tunnel", he anticipates a bumpy journey ahead for the world this year.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 01/18/22 at 5:25 am

I have heard that not everyone is reporting their positive tests. They are using a lateral flow test and then isolating as they are supposed to, just not reporting it. They don’t want the hassle of dealing with Track and Trace.

Subject: UK records 438 Covid deaths and 94,432 new cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/18/22 at 10:47 am

The UK has recorded 438 deaths within 28 days of a positive Covid test - the highest figure since 24 February.

The number of deaths recorded are often higher on Tuesdays because of reporting delays over the weekend.

Another 94,432 cases were also recorded, the fifth day in a row cases have been below 100,000.

The total number of cases recorded in the UK over the past seven days is down 38.9% on the previous week.

The number of patients admitted to hospital with Covid also appears to be starting to fall, with the weekly figure down 2.9% up to 14 January - the latest figures available.

However, there is a lag between people catching the virus and getting seriously ill so deaths are continuing to rise - and they are up 14.7% on last week.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Rules set to ease in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/22 at 1:59 am

Amid questions over his leadership, Boris Johnson is expected to make an announcement to ease coronavirus restrictions in England. There will be a review of the data later, which will inform a decision whether to change measures in place under Plan B - including face masks on transport and guidance to work from home where possible. They are due to expire next week. So far, the picture looks "encouraging", the government says, as cases fall. But it says any decision will be "finely balanced".

Subject: Covid: WHO warns pandemic not over amid Europe case records

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/22 at 3:08 am

The head of the World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued a warning to world leaders that the coronavirus pandemic "is nowhere near over".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-60048390

Subject: Re: Covid: WHO warns pandemic not over amid Europe case records

Written By: Howard on 01/19/22 at 3:23 am


The head of the World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued a warning to world leaders that the coronavirus pandemic "is nowhere near over".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-60048390

It won't be over for a long time.  :(

Subject: Concern over Covid-infected lions in South Africa

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/22 at 4:41 am

Lions and pumas at a South African zoo may have contracted Covid from their handlers, according to a study by scientists at the University of Pretoria.

The scientists warn of the risk of new variants emerging if the virus "establishes itself in other animal reservoirs” and is transmitted back to human beings.

The study was done after the animals fell ill with symptoms that were similar to coronavirus in human beings - including breathing difficulties, runny noses and a dry cough.

Covid tests on the animals turned out positive, the research noted, with data suggesting that they contracted the virus from staff handling them.

The authors noted that the zoo keepers had coronavirus circulating among them at the time but showed no symptoms.

They have recommended measures such as wearing masks and infection control when dealing with captive animals.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): India reports 8-month high in cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/22 at 5:57 am

India has reported an eight-month high in Covid infections, while a government scientist has warned it will take weeks before data on hospitalisations and deaths will show the true picture.

A total of 282,970 new infections were reported over the last 24 hours.

The Delta variant killed hundreds of thousands last year.

But Tarun Bhatnagar from the ICMR-National Institute of Epidemiology in Chennai said the impact of the current wave is not yet clear.

"We have to worry about hospitalisation and deaths and that will come later," he told the Reuters news agency.

"There will always be a lag of two-three weeks."

Subject: Covid: England rule changes at-a-glance

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/22 at 11:31 am

England's Plan B measures are to end from next Thursday, with mandatory face coverings in public places and Covid passports both dropped, Boris Johnson has announced. Advice for people to work from home has been immediately scrapped. The PM said England was reverting to "Plan A" due to boosters and how people had followed Plan B measures. He told MPs scientists believed the Omicron wave had peaked nationally.

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Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/22 at 11:49 am


England's Plan B measures are to end from next Thursday, with mandatory face coverings in public places and Covid passports both dropped, Boris Johnson has announced. Advice for people to work from home has been immediately scrapped. The PM said England was reverting to "Plan A" due to boosters and how people had followed Plan B measures. He told MPs scientists believed the Omicron wave had peaked nationally.

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Is this the first stage of learning to live with COVID?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/19/22 at 2:20 pm


Is this the first stage of learning to live with COVID?


New York is still dealing with COVID.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/22 at 1:16 am


England's Plan B measures are to end from next Thursday, with mandatory face coverings in public places and Covid passports both dropped, Boris Johnson has announced. Advice for people to work from home has been immediately scrapped. The PM said England was reverting to "Plan A" due to boosters and how people had followed Plan B measures. He told MPs scientists believed the Omicron wave had peaked nationally.

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Simply putting it, the virus is still out there!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/20/22 at 3:23 am


Simply putting it, the virus is still out there!

And we still have to wear the face diapers, some people call it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/22 at 4:15 am


And we still have to wear the face diapers, some people call it.
I will still be wearing a mask when shopping or in a position to do so, and will continue to stay safe by keeping indoors when I can, only going out when I have to.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/22 at 4:22 am


And we still have to wear the face diapers, some people call it.

I will still be wearing a mask when shopping or in a position to do so, and will continue to stay safe by keeping indoors when I can, only going out when I have to.
I has been announced that face masks are still to be worn on London Transport.

Subject: Omicron: Is it too soon to lift the restrictions?

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/22 at 4:36 am

The restrictions introduced to curb the Omicron wave are being scrapped in England.

Mandatory face coverings, Covid passes and working-from-home guidance - the so-called Plan B - are all going.

It leaves England - in the words of Health Secretary Sajid Javid - the most open country in Europe. But is it too soon to take such a step?

Infections levels, while falling, are still well above what they were at the height of the peak last winter.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60059761

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK reports 107,364 new cases and 330 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/20/22 at 10:46 am

The UK has reported 107,364 new Covid cases and 330 deaths within 28 days of a positive test.

The number of Covid cases recorded in the UK is continuing to fall, with the total reported over the past seven days down by 32.8% on the previous week.

However, the lag between people catching the virus and then becoming seriously ill means deaths are still rising.

The weekly figure is up slightly by 1.8% on the previous week.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/20/22 at 2:54 pm


I will still be wearing a mask when shopping or in a position to do so, and will continue to stay safe by keeping indoors when I can, only going out when I have to.

That's what I've been doing too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/20/22 at 2:55 pm


I has been announced that face masks are still to be worn on London Transport.



It's the same thing for public transportation on city buses here in NYC.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest Europe headlines

Written By: nally on 01/20/22 at 11:21 pm


Or maybe they just stopped caring, could be the case. ???

I think that may be part of it. :-[

Subject: Re: Covid: WHO warns pandemic not over amid Europe case records

Written By: nally on 01/20/22 at 11:22 pm


The head of the World Health Organisation (WHO) has issued a warning to world leaders that the coronavirus pandemic "is nowhere near over".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-60048390

It won't be over for a long time.  :(

Unfortunately :-[

Subject: Covid protests turn nasty

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/24/22 at 8:46 am

Every week tens and thousands of people in Germany take to the streets to demonstrate and while many of these protests against Covid restrictions and vaccination are peaceful, some explode into violence. Aggressive language and threats aimed at politicians and public figures online is an increasing worry for experts.

Subject: Thousands needed to try new Covid antiviral treatments

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/22 at 2:26 am

Over-50s and younger adults with underlying health conditions are being urged to participate in a study of life-saving treatments for Covid-19.

The study is open to those who test positive for Covid and had symptoms develop in the previous five days.

Volunteers will be given pills to take at home.

The study will help decide how antiviral drugs will be used, Prof Sir Jonathan Van-Tam, the deputy chief medical officer for England, said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60117313

Subject: Travel forms will be with us for some time - Heathrow boss

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/22 at 4:06 am

Turning back to the travel changes, the boss of Heathrow Airport says the requirement for travellers to fill out forms will be "with us for some time".

Passengers travelling to England and Scotland will still be required to fill out passenger locator forms after the 11 February changes, although the government has said it will try to make them simpler, while other countries also require similar documentation.

John Holland-Kaye tells Sky News that while the forms feel too complicated the reality is they will continue to be part of life.

"But if that's the price we have to pay to be able to see our loved ones or to go about doing our business, then I think it's a price worth paying and at least we don't have the very expensive tests that the government had been requiring until quite recently," he says.

In addition to the end of testing for vaccinated travellers, Holland-Kaye says there are other things the international travel sector will need in order to recover - including a playbook for what happens if there is another variant of concern.

He says this would mean "we don't have the handbrake being slammed on by government" and would help people travel with confidence.

Subject: UK reports 94,326 Covid cases and 439 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/22 at 10:52 am

The latest UK daily coronavirus figures have just been published.

The UK recorded another 94,326 daily Covid infections, according to the government's dashboard.

There have also been a further 439 deaths within 28 days of a positive Covid test.

Subject: Sir Elton John postpones US shows after positive Covid-19 test

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/25/22 at 2:54 pm

Sir Elton John has been forced to postpone two concerts in Dallas, Texas after recently testing positive for the coronavirus.

The musician, 74, is fully vaccinated and boosted, and is currently experiencing only mild symptoms, according to a post on his Instagram.

The global pandemic has caused many delays in Sir John's Farewell Yellow Brick Road world tour.

The Dallas shows were originally scheduled to take place on Tuesday and Wednesday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-60132763

Subject: Re: Sir Elton John postpones US shows after positive Covid-19 test

Written By: Howard on 01/25/22 at 3:03 pm


Sir Elton John has been forced to postpone two concerts in Dallas, Texas after recently testing positive for the coronavirus.

The musician, 74, is fully vaccinated and boosted, and is currently experiencing only mild symptoms, according to a post on his Instagram.

The global pandemic has caused many delays in Sir John's Farewell Yellow Brick Road world tour.

The Dallas shows were originally scheduled to take place on Tuesday and Wednesday.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-60132763

Hope Sir Elton feels better soon. :)

Subject: Re: Sir Elton John postpones US shows after positive Covid-19 test

Written By: nally on 01/25/22 at 8:40 pm


Hope Sir Elton feels better soon. :)

Yeah, I just heard about this on the news. He had mild symptoms; I hope he recovers.

Subject: Two-thirds with Omicron say they have had Covid before

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/22 at 2:20 am

Two-thirds of people recently infected with the Omicron variant say they had already had Covid previously.

The findings come from a large, continuing study, React, swab-testing thousands of volunteers in England.

More work is needed to know how many are true reinfections - but the results reveal the groups that appear to be more likely to catch Covid again.

They include healthcare workers and households with children or lots of members under one roof.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60132096

Subject: Foreign Secretary Liz Truss tests positive for Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/22 at 4:55 am

Foreign Secretary Liz Truss is missing a visit to Ukraine with the prime minister today after she revealed last night she had tested positive for Covid.

"Thankfully I’ve had my three jabs and will be working from home while I isolate," she said on Twitter.

She's the second member of the cabinet to get the virus in recent days, with Education Secretary Nadhim Zahawi missing Boris Johnson's response to the investigation into Downing Street parties because he had tested positive on Sunday.

Truss was one of several Conservative MPs who attended the packed Commons chamber yesterday without wearing a mask.

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Boris is not wearing a mask? I am not sure who the other unmasked MP is.

Subject: What the latest figures tell us about the pandemic in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/22 at 8:29 am

There has been a flurry of statistics on Covid in the UK published earlier today. Here's a quick round-up of what they say about the pandemic right now:

# Re-infection figures were added to the daily total of confirmed UK cases for the first time last night, showing that after a sharp rise they now make up about 10% of cases - mostly of people infected with earlier variants, and then Omicron. You can read more about immunity and reinfection here

# Deaths from Covid in England and Wales rose slightly in the week up to 21 January, with 1,672 recorded. Deaths from all causes were down 9% on the five-year average - although that comparison will be affected by the unusually large number of Covid deaths in January 2021

# Vaccination rates for children in England are almost twice as high in the least deprived areas as in the poorest ones - with 36% of the children in schools in low-income areas having had the jab, compared to 70% in the more affluent places.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK records 112,458 new cases and 219 deaths

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/22 at 11:54 am


Today's Covid figures have just arrived, a little later than usual: they report another 112,458 new confirmed coronavirus cases.

That's the highest number for a couple of weeks, but the average over the last seven days is still falling slightly compared to the previous week, with a 2.2% decline.

There were 219 deaths recorded within 28 days of a positive test, with the seven-day average showing a sharper fall of 12.3%.

Subject: Prague protesters take grim issue with Covid curbs

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/01/22 at 1:49 pm

People protesting against ongoing Covid restrictions have erected makeshift gallows close to the lower house of parliament in the Czech capital Prague.

MPs are gathered there today to debate amendments to the so-called "Pandemic Law", which gives the country's Covid restrictions full legal force.

Several hundred protesters, many carrying Czech flags, gathered in Prague's Malostranske square, where a total of six gallows have been erected.

Hanging from them are effigies labelled "The Economy" and "Education". A similar recent demonstration included signs reading "traitors will swing from the gallows".

The demonstration is the latest in a series of such protests, which sometimes attract large and hostile crowds, but which have mostly been peaceful.

The government has recently introduced new measures to combat a rise in cases, including mandatory testing for employees and schoolchildren.

Subject: Re: Foreign Secretary Liz Truss tests positive for Covid

Written By: nally on 02/01/22 at 7:56 pm




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Boris is not wearing a mask? I am not sure who the other unmasked MP is.


Oh? :o What's his excuse?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/22 at 1:31 am


Oh? :o What's his excuse?
I cannot say, but those speaking do take their masks off, and replace them when sitting.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/22 at 1:41 am

It was on this day last year I had my first vaccination jab.


I had my first vaccination jab last Tuesday ("Groundhog Day") and I have been feeling groggy since, but better with it now.

Subject: Re: Foreign Secretary Liz Truss tests positive for Covid

Written By: nally on 02/02/22 at 7:58 pm


I cannot say, but those speaking do take their masks off, and replace them when sitting.

...which makes sense. Perhaps he forgot (at the moment said photo was taken).

Subject: Re: Prague protesters take grim issue with Covid curbs

Written By: nally on 02/02/22 at 8:00 pm


It was on this day last year I had my first vaccination jab.


Splendid! O0

I think my parents received theirs almost one whole year ago as well.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): UK coronavirus cases continue to fall

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/07/22 at 6:22 am

While pressure on the NHS continues, the number of daily recorded cases of Covid in the UK is decreasing, figures show. Over the past seven days the number testing positive has dropped by 5.2%.

On Sunday, there were 54,094 cases reported on the government dashboard. That's a decrease from 69,007 a week before. The last time the figures were this low was mid-December.

The daily data now also include reinfections - people in England and Northern Ireland who have tested positive again after at least a 90-day gap - rather than just first infections.

Reinfections were rare until the Omicron variant emerged. They now account for around 10% of episodes, experts say.

Another set of data, which estimates how many people are likely to be infected based on swabs from volunteers regardless of whether they have symptoms, suggests just under three million people have Covid in the UK.

That's around one in 20 people, or 4.8% of population, in the week ending 29 January.

Subject: UK 'Brave or stupid' to end Covid rules?

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/22 at 2:13 am

All Covid restrictions, including the legal rule to self-isolate, could be lifted in England in a matter of weeks - ahead of the plan to end them on 24 March. Wednesday's announcement from Prime Minister Boris Johnson took many experts by surprise, with one describing it as either brave or stupid. So, what are the risks?

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More on: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60324928

Subject: Re: UK 'Brave or stupid' to end Covid rules?

Written By: Howard on 02/10/22 at 3:19 am


All Covid restrictions, including the legal rule to self-isolate, could be lifted in England in a matter of weeks - ahead of the plan to end them on 24 March. Wednesday's announcement from Prime Minister Boris Johnson took many experts by surprise, with one describing it as either brave or stupid. So, what are the risks?

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More on: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60324928


How are you feeling about that?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/22 at 7:19 am


How are you feeling about that?
The virus is still out there and I am keeping to my lockdown principal.

Subject: Prince Charles tests positive for Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/22 at 7:43 am

The Prince of Wales has tested positive for Covid-19 and is now self-isolating, Clarence House has said on Twitter.

Prince Charles received the positive result this morning and has postponed the unveiling of a statue in Winchester.

On Wednesday, he and his wife the Duchess of Cornwall met people at a reception in the British Museum.

This is the second time the 73-year-old has contracted coronavirus after he reported mild symptoms in March 2020.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60334842

Subject: Re: Prince Charles tests positive for Covid

Written By: AmericanGirl on 02/10/22 at 9:37 am


The Prince of Wales has tested positive for Covid-19 and is now self-isolating, Clarence House has said on Twitter.

Prince Charles received the positive result this morning and has postponed the unveiling of a statue in Winchester.

On Wednesday, he and his wife the Duchess of Cornwall met people at a reception in the British Museum.

This is the second time the 73-year-old has contracted coronavirus after he reported mild symptoms in March 2020.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60334842


Oh my!  :o  Best wishes to Prince Charles

Subject: Prince Charles tests positive for Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/22 at 10:07 am


Oh my!  :o  Best wishes to Prince Charles

He will be in good hands, looking after him, and Camilla is negative, hopefully keeping her distance from him.

The main worry is, he was with his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, two day ago at a tree planting ceremony.

Subject: Re: Prince Charles tests positive for Covid

Written By: AmericanGirl on 02/10/22 at 11:29 am


He will be in good hands, looking after him, and Camilla is negative, hopefully keeping her distance from him.

The main worry is, he was with his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, two day ago at a tree planting ceremony.


That is concerning indeed...    :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/10/22 at 11:33 am


That is concerning indeed...    :-\\


I am trying to keep abreast of any news on this.

Subject: Re: Prince Charles tests positive for Covid

Written By: Howard on 02/10/22 at 2:19 pm


The Prince of Wales has tested positive for Covid-19 and is now self-isolating, Clarence House has said on Twitter.

Prince Charles received the positive result this morning and has postponed the unveiling of a statue in Winchester.

On Wednesday, he and his wife the Duchess of Cornwall met people at a reception in the British Museum.

This is the second time the 73-year-old has contracted coronavirus after he reported mild symptoms in March 2020.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60334842


Hope he gets better.

Subject: Re: Prince Charles tests positive for Covid

Written By: nally on 02/10/22 at 7:54 pm


He will be in good hands, looking after him, and Camilla is negative, hopefully keeping her distance from him.

The main worry is, he was with his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, two day ago at a tree planting ceremony.

That is concerning indeed...    :-\\



Yes, it is very concerning; to say the least. :-[

Did he have any vaccinations?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/22 at 7:13 am


Yes, it is very concerning; to say the least. :-[

Did he have any vaccinations?
Now Camilla has been tested postive.

Subject: Covid deaths in UK continue to fall

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/22 at 7:14 am

Death registrations involving Covid in the UK fell slightly in the week ending 4 February, according to the latest Office for National Statistics figures.

There were 13,472 deaths registered in total in the UK during that week - 9% below the five-year average.

A total of 1,390 of these involved Covid - a fall of 155 compared with the previous week.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60388805

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 02/17/22 at 2:19 pm


Now Camilla has been tested postive.

Hope Camilla recovers.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid deaths in UK continue to fall

Written By: Howard on 02/17/22 at 2:21 pm


Death registrations involving Covid in the UK fell slightly in the week ending 4 February, according to the latest Office for National Statistics figures.

There were 13,472 deaths registered in total in the UK during that week - 9% below the five-year average.

A total of 1,390 of these involved Covid - a fall of 155 compared with the previous week.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60388805

So that means Covid is still with us for the foreseeable future?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/17/22 at 2:33 pm


So that means Covid is still with us for the foreseeable future?
Indeed it is.

Subject: Re: Covid deaths in UK continue to fall

Written By: nally on 02/17/22 at 9:44 pm


So that means Covid is still with us for the foreseeable future?

Indeed it is.

I’m sure many people want it to eventually go away.

Subject: New Zealand reports record Covid cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/19/22 at 5:33 am

A record number of Covid infections have been detected in New Zealand, with more than 1,900 cases reported in the latest 24-hour period - the highest daily figure so far. The country abandoned its "zero Covid" strategy late last year and is slowly reopening its borders while trying to control the spread of the Omicron variant. New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says it is vital that people protect themselves by topping up their vaccine doses.

Subject: Re: Covid deaths in UK continue to fall

Written By: nally on 02/19/22 at 6:41 pm

Once again in California, certain counties have lifted the indoor mask mandate for fully vaccinated people. I’m still wearing one indoors, unless whoever is in charge says I can take it off.

Subject: Re: Covid deaths in UK continue to fall

Written By: Howard on 02/20/22 at 3:31 am


Once again in California, certain counties have lifted the indoor mask mandate for fully vaccinated people. I’m still wearing one indoors, unless whoever is in charge says I can take it off.

Many customers in my supermarket aren't wearing theirs.

Subject: Covid isolation laws set to end in England next week

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/22 at 4:40 am

As part of a "living with Covid" strategy, the legal requirement to self-isolate after catching Covid in England is expected to be dropped from next week. Downing Street has confirmed that all remaining virus restrictions in the country are set to end in the coming days. Labour warned against "declaring victory before the war is over", but Boris Johnson said the vaccine has changed the outlook. All remaining rules in Northern Ireland stopped being legally binding on Tuesday, while Wales is currently at its lowest level of restrictions. Meanwhile, Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon will update MSPs on the pandemic on Tuesday.

Subject: The Queen tests positive for Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/20/22 at 6:10 am

The Queen has tested positive for Covid, Buckingham Palace has said.

The palace said the monarch is experiencing "mild cold-like symptoms" but expects to continue "light duties" at Windsor over the coming week.

"She will continue to receive medical attention and will follow all the appropriate guidelines," the palace said in a statement.

The Queen, 95, had been in contact with her eldest son and heir, the Prince of Wales, who tested positive last week.

The announcement comes weeks after the Queen became the UK's longest reigning monarch, reaching her Platinum Jubilee of 70 years on 6 February.

She carried out her first major public engagement for more than three months on the eve of her Jubilee, meeting charity workers at Sandringham House.

BBC royal correspondent Nicholas Witchell said it can be taken as absolutely certain that the Queen is fully vaccinated.

Subject: Re: Covid deaths in UK continue to fall

Written By: nally on 02/20/22 at 11:43 am


Many customers in my supermarket aren't wearing theirs.

I was shopping in a supermarket yesterday, and while all staff members wore facemasks, some patrons wore theirs and some didn’t. I wore mine.

Subject: The latest on Covid case figures

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/21/22 at 4:21 am

The daily UK figures published by the government, which are based on how many people come forward for testing and have their results recorded, say there were 25,696 new cases confirmed on 20 Feb.

That’s a 25% drop compared to a week ago. It’s the lowest figure since the first UK cases Omicron were reported in late November.

But it does mean there is still a lot of the virus around.

Other Covid data from the Office for National Statistics, based on community swabs of volunteers whether they have symptoms or not, suggests around one in 20 people in England and one in 25 in Wales and Scotland has Covid. That means just under 3 million people in the UK would test positive for the virus in the week ending 12 February, down from over 3.3 million the week before.

This wave is receding, but the pandemic is not over.

Subject: Extra Covid booster in spring for over-75s and high risk in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/21/22 at 10:21 am

An additional booster dose will be offered to all adults over-75 and the most vulnerable over-12s in the UK this spring.

The UK's vaccines advisers said an extra dose would help top up their protection against severe Covid-19.

Many of the oldest received their latest shot back in the autumn and immunity may now be waning, it said.

An autumn booster programme, aimed at a wider group of people, is also planned later this year.

Up until now, only people with severely weakened immune systems had been eligible for a fourth dose - three doses plus a booster.

Those now being offered a second booster this spring, to be administered six months after their previous dose, are:

# adults aged 75 years and over

# residents in a care home for older adults

# individuals aged 12 years and over who are immunosuppressed, or have weakened immune systems

Adults will be offered a Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, while children aged 12-18 will receive Pfizer.

Around 7.2 million people in the UK aged over 75, who have already had their primary course of Covid vaccines, will be eligible for the extra spring booster.

Another half a million people who are immunosuppressed, with diseases such as blood cancer or who've had an organ transplant or are receiving chemotherapy, can also have the additional booster.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60465983

Subject: England's 'Living with Covid'

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/22 at 2:10 am

The prime minister has announced an end to all remaining Covid restrictions in England, including the legal requirement to self-isolate.

In its place, the government has put forward a "Living with Covid" plan.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-52530518

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/22/22 at 4:06 pm

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Subject: Re: England's 'Living with Covid'

Written By: nally on 02/22/22 at 11:56 pm


The prime minister has announced an end to all remaining Covid restrictions in England, including the legal requirement to self-isolate.

In its place, the government has put forward a "Living with Covid" plan.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/explainers-52530518

Certain U.S. states, such as California, are starting to put such plans together as well.

Subject: Re: England's 'Living with Covid'

Written By: Howard on 02/23/22 at 3:16 am


Certain U.S. states, such as California, are starting to put such plans together as well.


NY might be doing that soon too.

Subject: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/22 at 2:26 pm

Passengers will no longer be required to wear face coverings on the London transport network from Thursday.

Transport for London (TfL) said it would no longer be a condition of carriage for masks to be worn, to tie in with the government's lifting of restrictions in England.

TfL said it made the decision after data showed a fall in Covid infection rates in London.

But it "strongly encouraged" people to wear masks.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-60494230

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: Howard on 02/23/22 at 3:11 pm


Passengers will no longer be required to wear face coverings on the London transport network from Thursday.

Transport for London (TfL) said it would no longer be a condition of carriage for masks to be worn, to tie in with the government's lifting of restrictions in England.

TfL said it made the decision after data showed a fall in Covid infection rates in London.

But it "strongly encouraged" people to wear masks.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-60494230

I wish New York could do the same.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/23/22 at 3:13 pm


I wish New York could do the same.  :(
The virus is still out there so I will be wearing a mask still if I have to travel on any form  public transport.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 02/23/22 at 3:33 pm


The virus is still out there so I will be wearing a mask still if I have to travel on any form  public transport.


Same here, New York public transportation, people are still wearing masks.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: nally on 02/23/22 at 7:57 pm


The virus is still out there so I will be wearing a mask still if I have to travel on any form  public transport.

Same here, New York public transportation, people are still wearing masks.

If I had to take public transport in California, then I would wear mine too. (Not that I would ride a bus or train anytime soon, but I’m just being hypothetical.)

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 02/24/22 at 1:58 am


If I had to take public transport in California, then I would wear mine too. (Not that I would ride a bus or train anytime soon, but I’m just being hypothetical.)


I'm still wearing my mask no matter what.  I don't care if Doug Ford says it's okay to take them off.  I don't enter any building other than my own home without a mask.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: Howard on 02/24/22 at 3:19 am


I'm still wearing my mask no matter what.  I don't care if Doug Ford says it's okay to take them off.  I don't enter any building other than my own home without a mask.

Until the mandates are gone for good, people will still or most of them will be wearing masks.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/24/22 at 1:56 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: nally on 02/24/22 at 2:22 pm


I'm still wearing my mask no matter what.  I don't care if Doug Ford says it's okay to take them off.  I don't enter any building other than my own home without a mask.

The same with me.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: nally on 02/25/22 at 11:23 pm

Today, as I came into work, I was informed that we no longer needed to wear our facemasks in the office (since Los Angeles County lifted certain mask mandates this morning; this I was unaware of until I got into the office suite), unless we had a visitor. See, all three of us who work in the office are fully vaxxed, plus we all work in our own office rooms so we never get too close to one another anyways.

And I'm glad I brought a mask with me today...because we did have a visitor to the office today: a man who came to help upgrade certain software programs on our workstations. (And we don't know his vaccination status.) Still, as soon as he came in, we all put our KN95 masks on. (And he stayed for hours, because it took a very long time for the upgrades to process.)

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: Howard on 02/26/22 at 3:27 am


Today, as I came into work, I was informed that we no longer needed to wear our facemasks in the office (since Los Angeles County lifted certain mask mandates this morning; this I was unaware of until I got into the office suite), unless we had a visitor. See, all three of us who work in the office are fully vaxxed, plus we all work in our own office rooms so we never get too close to one another anyways.

And I'm glad I brought a mask with me today...because we did have a visitor to the office today: a man who came to help upgrade certain software programs on our workstations. (And we don't know his vaccination status.) Still, as soon as he came in, we all put our KN95 masks on. (And he stayed for hours, because it took a very long time for the upgrades to process.)


New York is doing the same thing, they might soon lift the mask mandates.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: nally on 02/26/22 at 10:56 am


New York is doing the same thing, they might soon lift the mask mandates.

It may depend on how many people work in the office setting, as well as other factors.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: Howard on 02/26/22 at 2:00 pm


It may depend on how many people work in the office setting, as well as other factors.

I work in a supermarket.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: nally on 02/26/22 at 4:47 pm


I work in a supermarket.

…a type of establishment which, of course, receives many people each day.

I went to a supermarket today to buy groceries, and some people were wearing facemasks, whereas some weren’t. I still put mine on.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: Howard on 02/27/22 at 3:22 am


…a type of establishment which, of course, receives many people each day.

I went to a supermarket today to buy groceries, and some people were wearing facemasks, whereas some weren’t. I still put mine on.

I don't worry about the others that aren't wearing masks, if there comes a time that we don't need to wear them anymore then I'll just stop wearing my mask.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: nally on 02/27/22 at 11:53 am


I don't worry about the others that aren't wearing masks, if there comes a time that we don't need to wear them anymore then I'll just stop wearing my mask.

I was just stating what I observed. If the powers that be say we don’t need to wear them, then I’ll not put it on, but I won’t throw it away because there may come a time when we might need them again. Always be prepared.

And when I go back to work tomorrow, I won’t need to wear one when I go into the office, but I do have a supply of them so I can put one on if we have a visitor.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: Howard on 02/27/22 at 2:16 pm


I was just stating what I observed. If the powers that be say we don’t need to wear them, then I’ll not put it on, but I won’t throw it away because there may come a time when we might need them again. Always be prepared.

And when I go back to work tomorrow, I won’t need to wear one when I go into the office, but I do have a supply of them so I can put one on if we have a visitor.


You might need them if there comes a time if you have the flu or a cold.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 02/27/22 at 2:53 pm


New York is doing the same thing, they might soon lift the mask mandates.



Doug Ford really isn't very smart.  Neither are the other provincial premiers who have decided to lift provincial mask mandates.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: Howard on 02/28/22 at 3:15 am



Doug Ford really isn't very smart.  Neither are the other provincial premiers who have decided to lift provincial mask mandates.

They feel it's the time to lift the mandates cause COVID infection rates are going down.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: nally on 02/28/22 at 11:22 pm


They feel it's the time to lift the mandates cause COVID infection rates are going down.

I think they make their decision to do so based on low infection rates, as well as stats of how many people have been vaccinated...and if they've also received a booster. There's probably more to it than that.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: Howard on 03/01/22 at 3:25 am


I think they make their decision to do so based on low infection rates, as well as stats of how many people have been vaccinated...and if they've also received a booster. There's probably more to it than that.


How are they doing with the rates over there?

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/22 at 1:30 pm

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Cases
Between 23 February 2022 and 1 March 2022, 231,973 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -23.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

Deaths
Between 23 February 2022 and 1 March 2022, there have been 741 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -24.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: nally on 03/01/22 at 8:57 pm


How are they doing with the rates over there?

Well enough to lift the mask mandates in most establishments, but keep them in place on public transportation.

Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: Howard on 03/02/22 at 3:28 am


Well enough to lift the mask mandates in most establishments, but keep them in place on public transportation.


They're doing that in my supermarket and keeping them on public transportation until the mandates are lifted.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/22 at 5:28 am


They're doing that in my supermarket and keeping them on public transportation until the mandates are lifted.
Here the authorities are requesting for people to keep wearing masks on transport and in the shops.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/02/22 at 12:45 pm

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Subject: Re: Covid: Tube and bus mask rules to be scrapped in London

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/02/22 at 2:55 pm


They feel it's the time to lift the mandates cause COVID infection rates are going down.


I'm still wearing a mask.  I just wouldn't feel safe without it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/02/22 at 3:09 pm


Here the authorities are requesting for people to keep wearing masks on transport and in the shops.


In my supermarket, there are those half and half some are wearing them and some are not.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 03/02/22 at 8:00 pm


Here the authorities are requesting for people to keep wearing masks on transport and in the shops.

And if I were there, I’d probably do just that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: nally on 03/02/22 at 11:20 pm


In my supermarket, there are those half and half some are wearing them and some are not.

Is it optional there, or required regardless of vaccination status?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Howard on 03/03/22 at 3:30 am


Is it optional there, or required regardless of vaccination status?

I guess it's for the elderly over there, I see them wearing masks but the younger ones, not so much.

Subject: Another life-saving Covid drug identified

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/04/22 at 5:53 am

UK experts say they have found another life-saving drug that can help people ill with Covid.

The anti-inflammatory baricitinib is normally used to treat rheumatoid arthritis.

Trials suggest it can cut death risk by about a fifth in patients needing hospital care for severe Covid.

It could be used with other Covid treatments, such as the cheap steroid dexamethasone, to save even more lives, researchers say.

That might halve deaths.

The NHS may soon recommend baricitinib based on these new results. A 10-day course of the pills costs around £250, although the NHS may be able to negotiate a discount.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60601750

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/22 at 12:20 pm

Now the official UK government website for data and insights on coronavirus (COVID-19) gives the average figures for the past week

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

Between 28 February 2022 and 6 March 2022, there have been 4,375,155 tests. This shows a decrease of -5.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

Between 1 March 2022 and 7 March 2022, 300,017 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 28.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 3 doses.

52,672,968 people had been given a first dose by the end of 6 March 2022.

49,106,830 people had been given a second dose by the end of 6 March 2022.

38,377,152 people had been given a booster or third dose by the end of 6 March 2022.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

Between 23 February 2022 and 1 March 2022, 8,143 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 1.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 10,702 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 4 March 2022.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 257 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 4 March 2022.

Deaths
Between 1 March 2022 and 7 March 2022, there have been 711 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -5.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid vaccines not linked to deaths, major US study finds

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/22 at 5:39 am

A major study of vaccine side-effects in the US found no link between two Covid jabs and the number of deaths recorded after vaccination.

The Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said 92% of reported side-effects after the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines were mild.

About 4,500 people died after being vaccinated, in the US, up to June 2021.

But no unusual patterns in the data were detected that might suggest a link to the vaccine itself.

Study author Dr Tom Shimabukuro said: " reassuring that reactions to both mRNA vaccines are generally mild and subside after one or two days - confirming reports from clinical trials and post-authorisation monitoring."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60653946

Subject: Scans reveal how Covid may change the brain

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/22 at 10:26 am

Catching Covid may cause changes to the brain, a study suggests.

Scientists found significant differences in MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans before and after infection.

Even after a mild infection, the overall size of the brain had shrunk slightly, with less grey matter in the parts related to smell and memory.

The researchers do not know whether the changes are permanent but stressed the brain could heal.

The study is published in the journal Nature.

The scientists rescanned:

# 401 participants 4.5 months, on average, after their infection, 96% of whom had had mild Covid
# 384 participants who had not had Covid

They found:

# The overall brain size in infected participants had shrunk between 0.2 and 2%
# There were losses in grey matter in the olfactory areas, linked to smell, and regions linked to memory
# Those who had recently recovered from Covid found it a bit harder to perform complex mental tasks

Full report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60591487

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest from the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/08/22 at 11:58 am

Testing
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

Between 1 March 2022 and 7 March 2022, there have been 4,392,544 tests. This shows a decrease of -2.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Cases
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

Between 2 March 2022 and 8 March 2022, 322,917 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 39.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are currently given in 3 doses.

52,677,564 people had been given a first dose by the end of 7 March 2022.

49,120,352 people had been given a second dose by the end of 7 March 2022.

38,396,473 people had been given a booster or third dose by the end of 7 March 2022.

Healthcare
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

Between 26 February 2022 and 4 March 2022, 8,763 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 11.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 11,318 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 7 March 2022.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 268 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 7 March 2022.

Deaths
Between 2 March 2022 and 8 March 2022, there have been 729 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -1.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/11/22 at 5:21 am


The coronavirus outbreak has been labelled a pandemic by the World Health Organization (WHO). WHO chief Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the number of cases outside China had increased 13-fold over the past two weeks. He said he was "deeply concerned" by "alarming levels of inaction" over the virus.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-51839944
The pandemic has been with us for two years now.

:\'( :\'( :\'(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Now a worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/11/22 at 1:58 pm


The pandemic has been with us for two years now.

:\'( :\'( :\'(


But the good news is in some places the mask mandates are stopping.

Subject: Re: Scans reveal how Covid may change the brain

Written By: nally on 03/11/22 at 9:08 pm


But the good news is in some places the mask mandates are stopping.

Something I have noticed in my area as well.

Subject: Re: Scans reveal how Covid may change the brain

Written By: Howard on 03/12/22 at 7:01 am


Something I have noticed in my area as well.


You can either wear them or just go without one, hopefully they won't say anything.

Subject: Re: Scans reveal how Covid may change the brain

Written By: nally on 03/12/22 at 10:44 am


You can either wear them or just go without one, hopefully they won't say anything.

I went to a restaurant for dinner last night, and the waiters said that masks were not required. Still, I had brung one with me just in case.

Subject: Re: Scans reveal how Covid may change the brain

Written By: Howard on 03/12/22 at 1:53 pm


I went to a restaurant for dinner last night, and the waiters said that masks were not required. Still, I had brung one with me just in case.

You wear them when you get inside then when you go to sit and eat you can take them off.

Subject: Re: Scans reveal how Covid may change the brain

Written By: nally on 03/12/22 at 2:24 pm


You wear them when you get inside then when you go to sit and eat you can take them off.

Is that how it is where you are? If so, that makes complete sense. O0

I will still bring mine along just in case the place requires it.

Subject: Re: Scans reveal how Covid may change the brain

Written By: Howard on 03/13/22 at 3:47 am


Is that how it is where you are? If so, that makes complete sense. O0

I will still bring mine along just in case the place requires it.


In some restaurants it is but not all of them.

Subject: Re: Scans reveal how Covid may change the brain

Written By: nally on 03/13/22 at 11:02 am


In some restaurants it is but not all of them.

I figured.

Subject: Covid infections rising again across UK - ONS

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/14/22 at 11:15 am

Covid infections are increasing across the UK with about one in 25 people infected, according to the latest estimates from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

In Scotland, 300,000 people - one in 18 - have coronavirus, the highest level recorded during the pandemic.

A sub-variant of Omicron, called BA.2, is now thought to be the most common strain in most of the UK.

The ONS says it's too early to say what's behind the rise in cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60709712

Subject: Covid in Scotland: Mask rules will stay in force until April

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/22 at 10:39 am

Scotland's rules on face coverings in shops and on public transport will remain in place until April due to a rise in cases of Covid-19.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-60750364

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: batfan2005 on 03/15/22 at 3:53 pm

They've also discovered a "Deltacron" variant, which is a hybrid of the Delta and Omicron variants. The pandemic is not actually over. It's just the timing of case numbers falling and the pandemic becoming in the shadow of the Russia invasion of Ukraine.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/15/22 at 4:07 pm


They've also discovered a "Deltacron" variant, which is a hybrid of the Delta and Omicron variants. The pandemic is not actually over. It's just the timing of case numbers falling and the pandemic becoming in the shadow of the Russia invasion of Ukraine.
The media coverage has literally stop giving out the information on UK Covid daily figures, and yes, now with the Russia invasion of Ukraine, it seems all reporting has come to an end. The usual websites that would give the Uk Covid daily figures are gradually holding back too.

Subject: Re: Covid in Scotland: Mask rules will stay in force until April

Written By: nally on 03/15/22 at 11:03 pm


The media coverage has literally stop giving out the information on UK Covid daily figures, and yes, now with the Russia invasion of Ukraine, it seems all reporting has come to an end. The usual websites that would give the Uk Covid daily figures are gradually holding back too.

I haven't seen much information being reported for US Covid daily figures either...but you are right about the Russia invasion of Ukraine overshadowing it for the moment. Although I suppose if we were interested in the daily figures we could find a site that displays them.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/22 at 3:06 am


The media coverage has literally stop giving out the information on UK Covid daily figures
Yesterday's figures had been eventually released overnight, and the signs are the fatalities and cases are still going up.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/16/22 at 3:34 am


They've also discovered a "Deltacron" variant, which is a hybrid of the Delta and Omicron variants. The pandemic is not actually over. It's just the timing of case numbers falling and the pandemic becoming in the shadow of the Russia invasion of Ukraine.


I've heard about this "Deltacron".

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/22 at 6:26 am


They've also discovered a "Deltacron" variant, which is a hybrid of the Delta and Omicron variants. The pandemic is not actually over. It's just the timing of case numbers falling and the pandemic becoming in the shadow of the Russia invasion of Ukraine.

I've heard about this "Deltacron".

Subject: New Zealand border to reopen

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/16/22 at 9:28 am

New Zealand has brought forward plans to reopen its borders to international travellers after a Covid lockout of more than two years.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-60760435

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/21/22 at 11:58 pm

Ontario is making masks optional rather than mandatory.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/22/22 at 3:29 am


Ontario is making masks optional rather than mandatory.


Same goes for New York, you can wear them if you want but they're not forcing you to wear them.

Subject: Covid: Spring booster jab launches for over-75s and high risk in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/22/22 at 12:16 pm

People aged 75 and over, residents in care homes and those with weakened immune systems can now book an extra booster jab against Covid in England.

It comes as official figures show infection rates are rising in all age groups - including the over-70s.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60795121

Subject: Re: Covid: Spring booster jab launches for over-75s and high risk in England

Written By: Howard on 03/22/22 at 2:36 pm


People aged 75 and over, residents in care homes and those with weakened immune systems can now book an extra booster jab against Covid in England.

It comes as official figures show infection rates are rising in all age groups - including the over-70s.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-60795121

My Father is 80 so he has had his booster jabs.

Subject: Re: Covid: Spring booster jab launches for over-75s and high risk in England

Written By: nally on 03/22/22 at 9:32 pm


Same goes for New York, you can wear them if you want but they're not forcing you to wear them.

It might depend on the place, and other factors.

Subject: Covid: UK marks second anniversary of first national lockdown

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/22 at 1:16 pm

Events are being held across the UK to mark the second anniversary of the first national Covid-19 lockdown.

A memorial concert for those who have died as a result of the pandemic will be held at St Paul's Cathedral in central London at 19:00 GMT.

People are being encouraged to shine a light or display flowers in their window at 20:00 GMT.

Boris Johnson said those who died during the pandemic would "never be out of our hearts and minds".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-60847932

Subject: Re: Covid: UK marks second anniversary of first national lockdown

Written By: nally on 03/23/22 at 2:04 pm

And today marks the second anniversary of the first day that I worked strictly from home.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: batfan2005 on 03/23/22 at 3:31 pm

The US has just surpassed 1 million deaths.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 03/24/22 at 3:31 am


The US has just surpassed 1 million deaths.


That's just so sad.  :\'(

Subject: NHS under huge strain as A&Es turn away ambulances

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/07/22 at 12:06 pm

Hospitals are under "enormous strain", with growing numbers so busy they are having to divert ambulances to other sites because they are unable to cope.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-61023908

Subject: Re: NHS under huge strain as A&Es turn away ambulances

Written By: nally on 04/07/22 at 8:17 pm


Hospitals are under "enormous strain", with growing numbers so busy they are having to divert ambulances to other sites because they are unable to cope.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-61023908

:\'(

I've been hearing about another "variant" that's sprouted up, this time one NOT named after a Greek letter.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/08/22 at 2:04 am


:\'(

I've been hearing about another "variant" that's sprouted up, this time one NOT named after a Greek letter.
I understand it to be there are two new variants, but I still have to confirm this.

Subject: Re: NHS under huge strain as A&Es turn away ambulances

Written By: nally on 04/09/22 at 12:21 am


I understand it to be there are two new variants, but I still have to confirm this.

Yeah, there is that speculation.

Subject: Valneva Covid vaccine approved for use in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/14/22 at 4:50 am

A new Covid vaccine has been approved for use in the UK by regulators.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-61104594

Subject: Joy as relatives reunited in New Zealand

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/03/22 at 11:11 am

There were emotional reunions at Auckland Airport on Monday, as New Zealand reopened its borders to travellers from more than 60 countries after more than two years. Briton Garth Halliday, who has lived in New Zealand for 30 years, says he and his wife welcomed their son, daughter-in-law and 18-month-old grandson, adding: "The older you get, the more family becomes important."

Subject: Covid: World’s true pandemic death toll nearly 15 million, says WHO

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/22 at 8:51 am

The Covid pandemic has caused the deaths of nearly 15 million people around the world, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates.

That is 13% more deaths than normally expected over two years.

The WHO believes many countries undercounted the numbers who died from Covid - only 5.4 million were reported.

In India, there were 4.7 million Covid deaths, it says - 10 times the official figures - and almost a third of Covid deaths globally.

The Indian government has questioned the estimate, saying it has "concerns" about the methodology, but other studies have come to similar conclusions about the scale of deaths in the country.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-61327778

Subject: Why India's real Covid toll may never be known

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/05/22 at 1:55 pm

More than 4.7 million people in India - nearly 10 times higher than official records suggest - are thought to have died because of Covid-19, according to a new World Health Organization (WHO) report. India's government has rejected the figure, saying the methodology is flawed. Will we ever know how many Indians died in the pandemic?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-india-60981318

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 05/07/22 at 12:53 am

I haven't decided yet if I'm even going to get a 4th dose since I'm not even sure if I need it?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/07/22 at 6:57 am


I haven't decided yet if I'm even going to get a 4th dose since I'm not even sure if I need it?

How many doses does one need anyway?

Subject: Re: Valneva Covid vaccine approved for use in UK

Written By: nally on 05/07/22 at 10:54 am


How many doses does one need anyway?

Now that I’m not sure of.

I just know that it’s been five months since I received my booster. (Also, I received my 2nd basic dose on this date last year; I felt groggy the next day.)

Subject: Re: Valneva Covid vaccine approved for use in UK

Written By: Howard on 05/07/22 at 1:49 pm


Now that I’m not sure of.

I just know that it’s been five months since I received my booster. (Also, I received my 2nd basic dose on this date last year; I felt groggy the next day.)

I think I might need another one in the next few months soon.

Subject: Re: Joy as relatives reunited in New Zealand

Written By: nally on 05/07/22 at 2:43 pm


I think I might need another one in the next few months soon.

I've heard some sources indicate a person is eligible for a second booster after 6 months (half a year) elapses after their first one. So for me I'd be eligible for my second booster in June (because I had my first booster in December). Whether I actually need it or not, I dunno, but I could consult my health care provider to see what they recommend.

Subject: Re: Valneva Covid vaccine approved for use in UK

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 05/07/22 at 10:30 pm


Now that I’m not sure of.

I just know that it’s been five months since I received my booster. (Also, I received my 2nd basic dose on this date last year; I felt groggy the next day.)


I got my booster dose 5 months ago and I got my first 2 doses in June and July.  So, this is why I'm not sure if it's even necessary for me to get a 4th dose?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/22 at 4:10 am


I haven't decided yet if I'm even going to get a 4th dose since I'm not even sure if I need it?
To have the fourth booster in the UK, the recipient has to be within three categories:

1) adults aged 75 and over
2) residents in care homes for older adults
3) those aged 12 and over with weakened immune systems

Personally, I do not fall in any of those categories.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/22 at 7:06 am

Back on May 9th 2020, the COVID-19 recession causes the U.S. unemployment rate to hit 14.9 percent, its worst rate since the Great Depression.

Subject: Covid: Learning to live with the virus in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/22 at 1:00 pm

Coronavirus infections may be receding in the UK - but that does not mean that the virus has suddenly become yesterday's problem.

Far fewer masks are seen on buses and trains and other public spaces. Indoor gatherings seem to be back to where they were pre-pandemic. Restrictions have been lifted and most people are enjoying the freedom.

But Covid is likely to remain with us for years to come. So what will it mean to live with the virus in the longer term?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61333828

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/09/22 at 2:55 pm


Back on May 9th 2020, the COVID-19 recession causes the U.S. unemployment rate to hit 14.9 percent, its worst rate since the Great Depression.


And stores closes it's doors.

Subject: Re: Covid: Learning to live with the virus in the UK

Written By: Howard on 05/09/22 at 2:56 pm


Coronavirus infections may be receding in the UK - but that does not mean that the virus has suddenly become yesterday's problem.

Far fewer masks are seen on buses and trains and other public spaces. Indoor gatherings seem to be back to where they were pre-pandemic. Restrictions have been lifted and most people are enjoying the freedom.

But Covid is likely to remain with us for years to come. So what will it mean to live with the virus in the longer term?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61333828


I know, I wonder that myself.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/09/22 at 3:15 pm


And stores closes it's doors.
With many not to open again.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/09/22 at 3:31 pm


With many not to open again.



Some stores actually went bankrupt.

Subject: Re: Covid: Learning to live with the virus in the UK

Written By: nally on 05/09/22 at 8:04 pm


Coronavirus infections may be receding in the UK - but that does not mean that the virus has suddenly become yesterday's problem.

Far fewer masks are seen on buses and trains and other public spaces. Indoor gatherings seem to be back to where they were pre-pandemic. Restrictions have been lifted and most people are enjoying the freedom.

But Covid is likely to remain with us for years to come. So what will it mean to live with the virus in the longer term?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-61333828

I know, I wonder that myself.

I wonder too. As do most other people, I’m sure.

Subject: Covid: Fourth-dose jab trial shows good boost in the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/10/22 at 7:32 am

Fourth-dose Covid booster vaccines increase protection against Covid-19, particularly in people aged over 70, according to a UK trial.

But scientists say any short-term protection against infection is likely to fall away quickly.

The UK rolled out fourth doses to over-75s and the most vulnerable in April.

A larger group of people may be offered a booster in the autumn, but any decision will be based on advice from the UK's vaccine committee.

It is likely to look at whether new worrying variants are spreading, and Covid pressure on hospitals.

Some countries, such as Israel and Germany, have already started offering all adults a fourth dose.

Health and Social Care Secretary Sajid Javid said the study findings were "further evidence underlining the importance of people coming forward for their booster as soon as they are eligible".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-61384269

Subject: More than a million Covid cases feared in North Korea

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/22 at 7:27 am

North Korea's leader Kim Jong-un has lambasted health officials and ordered the army to help distribute medicine, as a wave of Covid cases sweeps through the country.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-61436270

Subject: Why Shanghai has abandoned its ‘relaxed’ approach to Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/16/22 at 11:10 am

Shanghai has announced its city-wide lockdowns will be gradually lifted from 1 June, after 15 out of 16 districts achieving "social dynamic Zero-Covid cases".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-61023811

Subject: Re: Why Shanghai has abandoned its ‘relaxed’ approach to Covid

Written By: nally on 05/20/22 at 7:48 pm

Unfortunately, cases seem to be on the rise in the States again. :-[ :-\\

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/22 at 1:32 am


Unfortunately, cases seem to be on the rise in the States again. :-[ :-\\
The cases in the UK are going down, I saw a report on this yesterday, I will post it here later.

Subject: UK Covid infections down again to one in 50, says ONS

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/22 at 3:02 am

Covid infections have fallen again to one in 50 people in the UK, according to the latest estimates from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

That means around 1.27 million people had coronavirus in the week to 13 May - down 14% from the week before.

Infections have been coming down steeply since the end of March, after the Omicron variant pushed up cases.

Full report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-61524055

Subject: Re: Why Shanghai has abandoned its ‘relaxed’ approach to Covid

Written By: Howard on 05/21/22 at 7:03 am


Unfortunately, cases seem to be on the rise in the States again. :-[ :-\\

Over 1 million!  :o  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/22 at 7:32 am


Over 1 million!  :o  :(
What percentage is that of the US population?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/21/22 at 7:39 am


What percentage is that of the US population?

I do not know the percentage at this time.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: batfan2005 on 05/21/22 at 7:54 am


What percentage is that of the US population?


I just know that the US population is around 300 million, so 3 million would be 1 percent, so 1 million is about a third of a percent. That's still a lot though it's ranked up there with cancer and heart disease for leading causes of death.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/22 at 8:17 am


I just know that the US population is around 300 million, so 3 million would be 1 percent, so 1 million is about a third of a percent. That's still a lot though it's ranked up there with cancer and heart disease for leading causes of death.
Thank you.

To put in prospective, the UK percentage for people with Covid is 1.8%.

Subject: Re: UK Covid infections down again to one in 50, says ONS

Written By: nally on 05/21/22 at 10:58 am


The cases in the UK are going down, I saw a report on this yesterday, I will post it here later.

That's good for you guys. I wish they'd go down again here.

Subject: Re: Why Shanghai has abandoned its ‘relaxed’ approach to Covid

Written By: nally on 05/21/22 at 10:59 am


Over 1 million!  :o  :(

I just know that the US population is around 300 million, so 3 million would be 1 percent, so 1 million is about a third of a percent. That's still a lot though it's ranked up there with cancer and heart disease for leading causes of death.

Thank for this info. O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 05/21/22 at 1:40 pm


I just know that the US population is around 300 million, so 3 million would be 1 percent, so 1 million is about a third of a percent. That's still a lot though it's ranked up there with cancer and heart disease for leading causes of death.

I know that The Monkey Pox is a new disease, how does it rank up there with COVID?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/21/22 at 1:44 pm


I know that The Monkey Pox is a new disease, how does it rank up there with COVID?
Monkeypox is not new, it was first identified by Preben von Magnus in 1958 as a pathogen of crab-eating macaque monkeys (Macaca fascicularis) being used as laboratory animals, when two outbreaks of a smallpox-like disease occurred in colonies of monkeys kept for research.

Subject: Early signs that Covid may be rising in parts of the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/22 at 5:05 am

There are early signs of a possible increase in the number of people testing positive for Covid in England and Northern Ireland, officials from the Office for National Statistics say. Their report suggests the small rise is likely to be driven by the BA.4 and BA.5 variants of Omicron.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-61758570

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: batfan2005 on 06/15/22 at 3:16 pm

Dr. Fauci himself just tested positive for COVID.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/15/22 at 3:20 pm


Dr. Fauci himself just tested positive for COVID.
And recently Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones has been tested positive too. Currently on tour with many gigs, meantime cancelled.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/15/22 at 3:23 pm


Dr. Fauci himself just tested positive for COVID.


Hope he gets better.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 06/15/22 at 6:56 pm


Dr. Fauci himself just tested positive for COVID.


How could this be so? ???

He was masked, vaxxed, distanced, and faxed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Voiceofthe70s on 06/15/22 at 7:56 pm


How could this be so? ???

He was masked, vaxxed, distanced, and faxed.


And hot waxed!

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/16/22 at 3:26 am


How could this be so? ???

He was masked, vaxxed, distanced, and faxed.

He was probably around so many people.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 06/16/22 at 5:03 am


He was probably around so many people.


But he took the job, multiple times, and wore a mask like he was the Batman.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/16/22 at 2:56 pm


But he took the job, multiple times, and wore a mask like he was the Batman.

It doesn't matter, You can still get it.

Subject: Re: Early signs that Covid may be rising in parts of the UK

Written By: nally on 06/16/22 at 8:18 pm


It doesn't matter, You can still get it.

Yeah, if you unknowingly get close to people that might have it and you don't know it.

Subject: Re: Early signs that Covid may be rising in parts of the UK

Written By: Howard on 06/17/22 at 3:37 am


Yeah, if you unknowingly get close to people that might have it and you don't know it.

How would that person know you're vaccinated?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/22 at 3:49 am


How would that person know you're vaccinated?
Even vaccinated people can still catch Covid, but not severe.

Subject: Covid infections up after Platinum Jubilee celebrations

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/22 at 8:14 am

Covid infections are up across the UK, according to latest figures that capture the Jubilee weekend of partying.

An estimated 1.4 million people or one in 45 has the virus - up from one in 65 the week before. That's a rise of 43%.

Experts say two new fast-spreading subvariants of Omicron -called BA.4 and BA.5 - are behind some of the new infections.

People can get catch them even if they have recently had other types of Covid.

The Office for National Statistics (ONS), which compiles the data, says it is too early to say if this is the start of another wave.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-61839777

Subject: BA.4 and BA.5 Omicron: How worried should we be?

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/17/22 at 8:16 am

Two new fast-spreading subvariants of Omicron are causing fresh surges of Covid around the world.

BA.4 and BA.5 were first identified in South Africa and may soon become the dominant strains in Europe and the US, health experts say.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55659820

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/17/22 at 3:13 pm


Even vaccinated people can still catch Covid, but not severe.

Exactly.

Subject: Re: BA.4 and BA.5 Omicron: How worried should we be?

Written By: Howard on 06/17/22 at 3:14 pm


Two new fast-spreading subvariants of Omicron are causing fresh surges of Covid around the world.

BA.4 and BA.5 were first identified in South Africa and may soon become the dominant strains in Europe and the US, health experts say.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-55659820


Man, I hope it doesn't come over here.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 06/17/22 at 5:50 pm


Dr. Fauci himself just tested positive for COVID.


Justin Trudeau got it again
Queen Elizabeth got it again
Boris Johnson got it again
Prince Charles and Lady Camilla got it again

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/18/22 at 3:26 am


Justin Trudeau got it again
Queen Elizabeth got it again
Boris Johnson got it again
Prince Charles and Lady Camilla got it again


No one is safe from this deadly virus.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: batfan2005 on 06/18/22 at 6:24 am

I think my parents are the only ones who haven't had it yet, but they are still living like it's spring 2020.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 06/18/22 at 1:52 pm


I think my parents are the only ones who haven't had it yet, but they are still living like it's spring 2020.


Carlos & I... :-X :-X :-X  Don't want to jinx it.


Cat

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 06/18/22 at 2:39 pm


I think my parents are the only ones who haven't had it yet, but they are still living like it's spring 2020.

Have you had it yet?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: batfan2005 on 06/18/22 at 4:06 pm


Have you had it yet?


Yes, recently in late April (Easter weekend).

Subject: Re: BA.4 and BA.5 Omicron: How worried should we be?

Written By: nally on 06/18/22 at 4:58 pm


Have you had it yet?

Yes, recently in late April (Easter weekend).

I had both of my vaccinations last year, btw; and only one booster (in December).

Subject: Re: BA.4 and BA.5 Omicron: How worried should we be?

Written By: Howard on 06/19/22 at 3:37 am


I had both of my vaccinations last year, btw; and only one booster (in December).

I got my vaccinations too.

Subject: Re: BA.4 and BA.5 Omicron: How worried should we be?

Written By: nally on 06/19/22 at 11:24 am


I got my vaccinations too.

That's good.

I think my parents have each had a second booster as well. It was approved for their age bracket first.

Subject: Covid: UK infections continuing to rise

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/24/22 at 10:35 am

Covid infections are continuing to rise in the UK, the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show.

The data suggests around 1.7 million people were estimated to have Covid in the week ending 18 June.

This is around one in 35 people - an increase of 23% on the week before.

Experts say two new fast-spreading subvariants of Omicron - called BA.4 and BA.5 - are likely to be driving new infections.

BA.4 and BA.5 now make up more than half of new Covid infections in England, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) says.

Full report: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-61923316

Subject: Covid: Terms of inquiry into UK pandemic response finalised

Written By: Philip Eno on 06/29/22 at 6:59 am

Boris Johnson has announced the launch of the Covid public inquiry and finalised its terms of reference.

Sessions will take place across the UK from next year as it aims to identify lessons from the government's handling of the pandemic.

It comes days after bereaved families warned they could take legal action against the government over delays.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-61970053

Subject: Covid is rising again in the UK - should we worry?

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/22 at 5:00 am

You'd be forgiven for letting out a weary sigh. There's so much going on from Ukraine to the rising cost of everything - and now Covid is rearing its ugly head again.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-61995463

Subject: Re: Covid is rising again in the UK - should we worry?

Written By: Howard on 07/02/22 at 2:45 pm


You'd be forgiven for letting out a weary sigh. There's so much going on from Ukraine to the rising cost of everything - and now Covid is rearing its ugly head again.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-61995463

That's so sad Phil, try to safe as much as possible. :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/02/22 at 2:59 pm


That's so sad Phil, try to safe as much as possible. :(
I will. Like I said when the lockdowns finished, I will continue to be shielding.

Subject: Re: Covid is rising again in the UK - should we worry?

Written By: batfan2005 on 07/02/22 at 6:48 pm


You'd be forgiven for letting out a weary sigh. There's so much going on from Ukraine to the rising cost of everything - and now Covid is rearing its ugly head again.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-61995463


After all it is "2020 too"

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/03/22 at 3:32 am


I will. Like I said when the lockdowns finished, I will continue to be shielding.

That's a good idea. O0

Subject: Covid: UK hospital cases set to rise, says health chief

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/04/22 at 5:00 am

The number of people being admitted to hospital with Covid is expected to rise further, the chief executive of the UK Health Security Agency has said.

Hospital cases and infections are down on earlier highs but Dame Jenny Harries told the BBC there could still be an impact on treating other patients.

Her warning comes after figures showed UK Covid cases jumped by 32% in a week.

Dame Jenny said people were being encouraged to "go about their normal lives" but in a "precautionary way".

In England, almost 9,000 hospital beds were taken up with Covid patients on 30 June, a doubling of admissions since the start of the month. Data from the other UK nations is not as up to date but suggests a similar rise in June.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-62030083

Subject: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/22 at 10:30 am

US President Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid-19 and is isolating at the White House.

The 79-year-old, who is fully-vaccinated and has twice received booster jabs, is experiencing "very mild symptoms" and will continue to carry out all his duties, press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-62256544

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: Howard on 07/21/22 at 2:45 pm


US President Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid-19 and is isolating at the White House.

The 79-year-old, who is fully-vaccinated and has twice received booster jabs, is experiencing "very mild symptoms" and will continue to carry out all his duties, press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-62256544


Hope he feels better, goes to show you that anyone can get it.

Subject: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/21/22 at 3:45 pm


Hope he feels better, goes to show you that anyone can get it.
You have to remember he was in the Middle East last week and may have meet someone over there that may had Covid, and the virus lies dormant in the body with symptoms showing a week later.

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: nally on 07/22/22 at 7:46 pm


You have to remember he was in the Middle East last week and may have meet someone over there that may had Covid, and the virus lies dormant in the body with symptoms showing a week later.

Yeah that’s true.

I just saw an update on CNN that he’s gradually improving, taking some meds to treat it. I wish him all the best.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 07/28/22 at 1:54 am

Scientists say there is "compelling evidence" that Wuhan's Huanan seafood and wildlife market was at the centre of the Covid-19 outbreak.
Two peer-reviewed studies published on Tuesday re-examine information from the initial outbreak in the Chinese city.
One of the studies shows that the earliest known cases were clustered around that market.
The other uses genetic information to track the timing of the outbreak.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-62307383

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/28/22 at 3:36 am


Scientists say there is "compelling evidence" that Wuhan's Huanan seafood and wildlife market was at the centre of the Covid-19 outbreak.
Two peer-reviewed studies published on Tuesday re-examine information from the initial outbreak in the Chinese city.
One of the studies shows that the earliest known cases were clustered around that market.
The other uses genetic information to track the timing of the outbreak.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-62307383


So this is probably what the cause of this was? ???

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: nally on 07/28/22 at 8:04 pm

There has been talk of Los Angeles County possibly reinstating indoor mask mandates tomorrow, but that might not happen after all. We’ll just wait and see. (I work in L.A. County, so the potential mandate would affect me in the office, even though there are only three of us working in it.)

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: nally on 07/29/22 at 10:29 pm


There has been talk of Los Angeles County possibly reinstating indoor mask mandates tomorrow, but that might not happen after all. We’ll just wait and see. (I work in L.A. County, so the potential mandate would affect me in the office, even though there are only three of us working in it.)

Good news, the indoor mask mandate was NOT reinstated after all.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 07/31/22 at 7:24 am


Scientists say there is "compelling evidence" that Wuhan's Huanan seafood and wildlife market was at the centre of the Covid-19 outbreak.
Two peer-reviewed studies published on Tuesday re-examine information from the initial outbreak in the Chinese city.
One of the studies shows that the earliest known cases were clustered around that market.
The other uses genetic information to track the timing of the outbreak.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-62307383
That was the theory to how it started back in early 2020.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: batfan2005 on 07/31/22 at 8:08 am

President Biden has tested positive again after testing negative.

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: Indy Gent on 07/31/22 at 1:16 pm


Good news, the indoor mask mandate was NOT reinstated after all.


I have to wear a mask at work because we are on high alert now.

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: nally on 07/31/22 at 1:29 pm


I have to wear a mask at work because we are on high alert now.

Yes, I completely understand that when an area is on high alert, it makes sense to mandate the masks.

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: nally on 07/31/22 at 1:30 pm


President Biden has tested positive again after testing negative.

Yes, I heard about that yesterday. :-[
I wish him all the best.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 07/31/22 at 2:27 pm


President Biden has tested positive again after testing negative.


Hope he feels better soon.

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: Howard on 07/31/22 at 2:28 pm


I have to wear a mask at work because we are on high alert now.


In our supermarket, you have an option to wear or not wear a mask.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: CatwomanofV on 07/31/22 at 2:32 pm

Carlos & I got our second booster on Wednesday.


Cat

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: nally on 07/31/22 at 5:50 pm


In our supermarket, you have an option to wear or not wear a mask.

It seems that way in stores over here, too. Lately, I’ve been putting on a facemask (usually the KN95) whenever I go into a store.

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: Howard on 08/01/22 at 7:06 am


It seems that way in stores over here, too. Lately, I’ve been putting on a facemask (usually the KN95) whenever I go into a store.

They seemed to stop the mask wearing in our supermarket but I see most people (including the elderly) wearing masks.

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: nally on 08/01/22 at 8:18 pm


They seemed to stop the mask wearing in our supermarket but I see most people (including the elderly) wearing masks.

Maybe because such people might have the highest potential risk of catching it, whether or not they’ve received a jab or booster.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest figures for England

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/22 at 7:04 am

Testing in England
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

Between 27 July 2022 and 2 August 2022, there have been 1,103,721 tests. This shows a decrease of -13.9% compared to the previous 7 days.

Cases in England
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

Between 23 July 2022 and 29 July 2022, 65,125 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -34.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations in England
Vaccines are given in several doses.

45,173,642 people had been given a first dose by the end of 2 August 2022.

42,475,448 people had been given a second dose by the end of 2 August 2022.

33,405,904 people had been given a booster or third dose by the end of 2 August 2022.

Healthcare in England
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

Between 26 July 2022 and 1 August 2022, 7,870 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -22.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 9,817 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 3 August 2022.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 232 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 3 August 2022.

Deaths in England
Between 23 July 2022 and 29 July 2022, there have been 930 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -27.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Covid infections continuing to fall around the UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/05/22 at 8:13 am


Testing in England
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

Between 27 July 2022 and 2 August 2022, there have been 1,103,721 tests. This shows a decrease of -13.9% compared to the previous 7 days.

Cases in England
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

Between 23 July 2022 and 29 July 2022, 65,125 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -34.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations in England
Vaccines are given in several doses.

45,173,642 people had been given a first dose by the end of 2 August 2022.

42,475,448 people had been given a second dose by the end of 2 August 2022.

33,405,904 people had been given a booster or third dose by the end of 2 August 2022.

Healthcare in England
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

Between 26 July 2022 and 1 August 2022, 7,870 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -22.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 9,817 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 3 August 2022.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 232 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 3 August 2022.

Deaths in England
Between 23 July 2022 and 29 July 2022, there have been 930 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -27.5% compared to the previous 7 days.
Covid infections are continuing to fall in the UK, dropping by more than half a million in a week, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-62435912

Subject: Covid: UK approves Moderna's Omicron booster

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/22 at 6:27 am

The UK has become the first country to approve a dual vaccine which tackles both the original Covid virus and the newer Omicron variant.

The upgraded vaccine should be available as an autumn booster and give better protection against variants.

Moderna said it could supply 29 million doses this year, but exactly who will get them has yet to be announced.

All over-50s and people in high-risk groups will be offered some form of booster from next month.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-62548336

Subject: Shanghai Covid: Ikea shoppers flee attempt to lock down store

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/22 at 7:25 am

There were chaotic scenes at an Ikea store in Shanghai on Saturday, with shoppers trying to escape as authorities tried to quarantine them.

Health officials were attempting to lock the store in Xuhui district down as a customer had been in close contact with a positive Covid case.

Videos show the guards closing the doors at one point, but a crowd forced them open and made their escape.

Shanghai endured a severe two-month lockdown earlier this year.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-62547503

Subject: Re: Shanghai Covid: Ikea shoppers flee attempt to lock down store

Written By: Howard on 08/15/22 at 1:26 pm


There were chaotic scenes at an Ikea store in Shanghai on Saturday, with shoppers trying to escape as authorities tried to quarantine them.

Health officials were attempting to lock the store in Xuhui district down as a customer had been in close contact with a positive Covid case.

Videos show the guards closing the doors at one point, but a crowd forced them open and made their escape.

Shanghai endured a severe two-month lockdown earlier this year.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-62547503


What were they afraid of? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/15/22 at 1:27 pm


What were they afraid of? ???
Did you read the report, even the first line?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/15/22 at 1:59 pm


Did you read the report, even the first line?


Wow, that's scary  :o

Subject: Re: Shanghai Covid: Ikea shoppers flee attempt to lock down store

Written By: nally on 08/15/22 at 8:07 pm


Wow, that's scary  :o

I agree

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: nally on 08/16/22 at 7:37 pm


President Biden has tested positive again after testing negative.

And this morning I heard that he tested negative again, whereas his wife tested positive. :-[

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: Howard on 08/17/22 at 3:14 am


And this morning I heard that he tested negative again, whereas his wife tested positive. :-[


Hope she gets better.

Subject: Re: US President Joe Biden 'doing fine' after testing positive for Covid

Written By: nally on 08/17/22 at 7:55 pm


Hope she gets better.

I’m sure she will. From what I heard on the news, she was experiencing “mild” symptoms.

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest in England

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/24/22 at 10:30 am

Testing in England
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

Between 17 August 2022 and 23 August 2022, there have been 888,304 tests. This shows a decrease of -7.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

Cases in England
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

Between 13 August 2022 and 19 August 2022, 30,318 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -25.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations in England
Vaccines are given in several doses.

45,219,800 people had been given a first dose by the end of 23 August 2022.

42,595,894 people had been given a second dose by the end of 23 August 2022.

33,491,144 people had been given a booster or third dose by the end of 23 August 2022.

Healthcare in England
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

Between 16 August 2022 and 22 August 2022, 4,806 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -20.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,302 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 24 August 2022.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 150 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 24 August 2022.

Deaths in England
Between 13 August 2022 and 19 August 2022, there have been 620 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -28.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: NHS and care homes in England to pause routine Covid testing

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/22 at 10:19 am

Most hospital patients and care home residents in England will no longer be tested for Covid unless they have symptoms, the government has said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-62665563

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/25/22 at 2:45 pm

When are we going to stop wearing face masks on city buses, I mean what will it take and what are we waiting for? ???

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/22 at 2:55 pm


When are we going to stop wearing face masks on city buses, I mean what will it take and what are we waiting for? ???
When it is safe to do so.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/25/22 at 3:22 pm


When it is safe to do so.

Who will get permission?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/25/22 at 3:37 pm


Who will get permission?
Given by local authorities?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: karen on 08/25/22 at 5:27 pm

Just realised I used my last test on my dad last week. And I forgot to report the negative result.

Subject: Re: NHS and care homes in England to pause routine Covid testing

Written By: nally on 08/25/22 at 7:58 pm


Just realised I used my last test on my dad last week. And I forgot to report the negative result.

Glad it turned out that way. O0

My mom went in for a test yesterday, (because she’s gonna have surgery tomorrow afternoon), and it came back negative as well.

I haven’t been tested yet, btw.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/26/22 at 3:05 am


Given by local authorities?

Most likely By The CDC.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/22 at 3:31 am


Most likely By The CDC.
Who are the CDC?

Subject: Moderna suing Pfizer over Covid vaccine technology

Written By: Philip Eno on 08/26/22 at 2:23 pm

Moderna said it is suing Pfizer and its German partner BioNTech for patent infringement linked to the development of the first Covid-19 vaccines.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-62691102

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 08/26/22 at 2:36 pm


Who are the CDC?

The Center For Disease And Control, As the nation's health protection agency, CDC saves lives and protects people from health threats.

Subject: UK Covid infections lowest since last October

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/12/22 at 8:40 am

Covid infections in the UK have fallen to their lowest level since October last year, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) says.

Fewer than a million people had the virus in the last week of August - about one in 70, down from one in 15 in mid-July.

Covid is decreasing in England and Wales, but staying constant in Northern Ireland and Scotland.

Millions of the most vulnerable are being offered booster jabs.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-62876420

Subject: Danish queen tests positive for Covid the day after Queen Elizabeth II's funeral

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/21/22 at 9:21 am

The Queen of Denmark has tested positive for Covid-19 for the second time this year, the Danish Royal Court has confirmed.

Queen Margrethe II has cancelled her appointments for this week after the diagnosis on Tuesday evening.

The 82-year-old monarch was one of 2,000 guests who attended Queen Elizabeth II's state funeral on Monday.

She is Europe's longest-serving head of state following the British monarch's death.

She and Queen Elizabeth were third cousins, both being descended from Queen Victoria.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-62982315

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: batfan2005 on 09/21/22 at 3:23 pm

Surprised no one mentioned this yet but President Biden declared the other day in his interview that the pandemic is over.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 09/21/22 at 6:20 pm


Surprised no one mentioned this yet but President Biden declared the other day in his interview that the pandemic is over.


Yet I just visited an eye doctor today, where everybody was required to wear the damned masks.

Meanwhile for the past 30 months I have worked with 85 other people and no masks. Surprisingly we are all alive.

Subject: Re: Danish queen tests positive for Covid the day after Queen Elizabeth II's funeral

Written By: nally on 09/21/22 at 8:05 pm


Surprised no one mentioned this yet but President Biden declared the other day in his interview that the pandemic is over.

I heard about that. But most people (including myself) aren’t so sure.

Which reminds me: I will need to get my second booster in the not-too-distant future.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/22 at 1:42 am


Surprised no one mentioned this yet but President Biden declared the other day in his interview that the pandemic is over.
I did see a report on this, I did not post it for Covid is still visibly present in the UK, with 327 deaths, 24,845 cases, and 4540 in hospital, over the previous week. Up-to-date figures should be available later today. Also, I am due for my 4th Covid Booster Jab tomorrow.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 09/22/22 at 4:17 am


Surprised no one mentioned this yet but President Biden declared the other day in his interview that the pandemic is over.


I think slowly but surely, the world might get back to normal but we still have to be a bit cautious.

Subject: Re: Danish queen tests positive for Covid the day after Queen Elizabeth II's funeral

Written By: Howard on 09/22/22 at 4:19 am


I heard about that. But most people (including myself) aren’t so sure.

Which reminds me: I will need to get my second booster in the not-too-distant future.

I might have to get booster Number 5, I'm not even sure how many boosters a person is supposed to need.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/22 at 7:21 am


I might have to get booster Number 5, I'm not even sure how many boosters a person is supposed to need.
Of course, the boosters are the vaccinations you have after the original vaccination.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 09/22/22 at 1:27 pm


Of course, the boosters are the vaccinations you have after the original vaccination.

I've had about four so far already.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/22/22 at 1:55 pm


I've had about four so far already.
Tomorrow for me will be my fourth Covid Vaccination.

Subject: Re: Danish queen tests positive for Covid the day after Queen Elizabeth II's funeral

Written By: nally on 09/22/22 at 8:31 pm


I might have to get booster Number 5, I'm not even sure how many boosters a person is supposed to need.

I had the two basic shots last year, plus only one booster (last December).

Subject: Re: Danish queen tests positive for Covid the day after Queen Elizabeth II's funeral

Written By: nally on 09/27/22 at 1:13 am



Which reminds me: I will need to get my second booster in the not-too-distant future.

I tried to get one scheduled for this upcoming weekend, but none were available in my area. So I'mma have to get one next week, on Wednesday afternoon, at a clinic. Which means I'mma be taking an hour-and-a-half of sick time.

Subject: Re: Danish queen tests positive for Covid the day after Queen Elizabeth II's funeral

Written By: batfan2005 on 09/27/22 at 7:37 am


I had the two basic shots last year, plus only one booster (last December).


Same, and three months after my booster I actually caught COVID, so that technically counts as my second booster since it also helps with immunity.

Subject: Covid: First rise in infections in UK since July

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/27/22 at 9:04 am

Covid infection rates have increased in the UK for the first time since the middle of July, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

One in 70 tested positive, with the largest rise in secondary school children in the week to 14 September.

Infections increased in England and Wales while rates fell in Scotland and Northern Ireland.

The ONS says it will closely monitor the data to see the impact of schools returning over the coming weeks.

Infections rose by 5% in the most recent period covered by the survey, although the total number testing positive is still close to its lowest point of the year.

Booster jabs are now being offered to the most vulnerable, to help protection over the winter.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-63009813

Subject: Re: Covid: First rise in infections in UK since July

Written By: nally on 09/27/22 at 7:31 pm


Same, and three months after my booster I actually caught COVID, so that technically counts as my second booster since it also helps with immunity.

Fortunately for me, I’ve not caught it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest figures for England

Written By: Philip Eno on 09/29/22 at 10:24 am

Testing in England
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

Between 21 September 2022 and 27 September 2022, there have been 437,996 tests. This shows an increase of 12.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Cases in England
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

Between 18 September 2022 and 24 September 2022, 40,650 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 42.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations in England
Vaccines are given in several doses.

45,265,434 people had been given a first dose by the end of 25 September 2022.

42,700,117 people had been given a second dose by the end of 25 September 2022.

33,587,779 people had been given a booster or third dose by the end of 25 September 2022.

Healthcare in England
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

Between 20 September 2022 and 26 September 2022, 5,930 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 47.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,024 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 28 September 2022.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 160 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 28 September 2022.

Deaths in England
Between 18 September 2022 and 24 September 2022, there have been 339 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -2.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Simply putting, deaths have gone down, but cases and patients in hospital are up.

Subject: Covid infections rise by 14% in UK

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/03/22 at 6:31 am

Covid infections in the UK are rising and have topped more than one million, according to official estimates.

There has been a 14% rise in people testing positive in the week to 20 September - the biggest increase since the summer.

But there is no clear evidence of an autumn Covid wave starting, says the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

More recent data showing a rise in hospital admissions with Covid has been called "a wake-up call".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-63088223

Subject: Re: Covid infections rise by 14% in UK

Written By: nally on 10/07/22 at 9:47 pm

So, I received my second booster today. I haven’t felt any side effects from it yet.

Subject: Ringo Starr cancels North America tour with Covid

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/14/22 at 2:02 am

Sir Ringo Starr has cancelled the rest of his North American tour after testing positive to Covid-19 again.

The Beatles drummer, 82, had earlier cancelled some dates with his All Starr band after catching the virus, but returned after a negative test.

On Thursday, he tweeted "the rest of the tour is off", signing off with his trademark "peace and love".

Dates had been planned in California - including Los Angeles - and Mexico.

Earlier this month Sir Ringo cancelled performances in several US states including Michigan and Minnesota, as well as Canada, after catching Covid.

Days later he tweeted: "I am negative, peace and love everybody. Thanks for waiting. Ringo."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-63251925

Subject: Re: Ringo Starr cancels North America tour with Covid

Written By: Howard on 10/14/22 at 3:31 am


Sir Ringo Starr has cancelled the rest of his North American tour after testing positive to Covid-19 again.

The Beatles drummer, 82, had earlier cancelled some dates with his All Starr band after catching the virus, but returned after a negative test.

On Thursday, he tweeted "the rest of the tour is off", signing off with his trademark "peace and love".

Dates had been planned in California - including Los Angeles - and Mexico.

Earlier this month Sir Ringo cancelled performances in several US states including Michigan and Minnesota, as well as Canada, after catching Covid.

Days later he tweeted: "I am negative, peace and love everybody. Thanks for waiting. Ringo."

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-63251925

Hope he feels better.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 10/14/22 at 7:08 am

I just tested negative yesterday.  :P

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/14/22 at 3:37 pm


I just tested negative yesterday.  :P


That's wonderful. O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: LyricBoy on 10/14/22 at 5:24 pm


That's wonderful. O0


The crappy part is my adopted sister tested positive, so I will not be able to visit with her this weekend.  :\'(  I had been looking forward to that for weeks.

Subject: Re: Ringo Starr cancels North America tour with Covid

Written By: nally on 10/14/22 at 7:39 pm


I just tested negative yesterday.  :P

Awesome!! O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/15/22 at 3:04 am


The crappy part is my adopted sister tested positive, so I will not be able to visit with her this weekend.  :\'(  I had been looking forward to that for weeks.


Hopefully you can when she gets better.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: whistledog on 10/15/22 at 4:01 am

COVID-19 is not fun.  I am just recovering from it.  I tell ya, it's the worst sickness I ever felt in my life.  They say it's just like the common cold, and while the symptoms may be similar, it's nothing like the common cold at all.  At least what I had wasn't

Subject: Re: Ringo Starr cancels North America tour with Covid

Written By: nally on 10/15/22 at 10:11 am


COVID-19 is not fun.  I am just recovering from it.  I tell ya, it's the worst sickness I ever felt in my life.  They say it's just like the common cold, and while the symptoms may be similar, it's nothing like the common cold at all.  At least what I had wasn't

Wow; sorry to hear that you had it :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/16/22 at 3:07 am


COVID-19 is not fun.  I am just recovering from it.  I tell ya, it's the worst sickness I ever felt in my life.  They say it's just like the common cold, and while the symptoms may be similar, it's nothing like the common cold at all.  At least what I had wasn't


Hope you can recover as soon as possible.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/22 at 12:21 pm


COVID-19 is not fun.  I am just recovering from it.  I tell ya, it's the worst sickness I ever felt in my life.  They say it's just like the common cold, and while the symptoms may be similar, it's nothing like the common cold at all.  At least what I had wasn't
Sorry to hear this, please make a good recovery.

Subject: Covid: Life expectancy still down in many countries

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/17/22 at 1:53 pm

Life expectancy has been slow to rise again after the shock of the pandemic, according to new research.

Data on registered deaths from 31 countries shows few recovering in 2021, and many seeing further declines.

Countries that rolled out vaccines quickly, to all age groups, have generally bounced back faster.

Life expectancy in England and Wales rose slightly in 2021, while in Scotland and Northern Ireland it fell further, the researchers say.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-63275799

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: whistledog on 10/17/22 at 8:21 pm

Thanks.  It was a rough 2 weeks.  I am slowly recovering, but the cough lingers on to the point where I can somedays hardly talk without hacking up a lung.  I made the mistake of walking around like everything was normal.  Once the government said masks were no longer required, I stopped wearing one, and I didn't sanitize my hands when I would go into stores.  I now wear a mask when I go out and I will probably keep doing so until COVID is no longer a thing

Subject: Re: Covid: Life expectancy still down in many countries

Written By: nally on 10/17/22 at 9:47 pm


Life expectancy has been slow to rise again after the shock of the pandemic, according to new research.

Data on registered deaths from 31 countries shows few recovering in 2021, and many seeing further declines.

Countries that rolled out vaccines quickly, to all age groups, have generally bounced back faster.

Life expectancy in England and Wales rose slightly in 2021, while in Scotland and Northern Ireland it fell further, the researchers say.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-63275799

That's quite interesting, in a sense.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/18/22 at 3:02 am


Thanks.  It was a rough 2 weeks.  I am slowly recovering, but the cough lingers on to the point where I can somedays hardly talk without hacking up a lung.  I made the mistake of walking around like everything was normal.  Once the government said masks were no longer required, I stopped wearing one, and I didn't sanitize my hands when I would go into stores.  I now wear a mask when I go out and I will probably keep doing so until COVID is no longer a thing

Glad to see you're on the mend.  :)

Subject: Respiratory illness may take up half of NHS beds this winter

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/22 at 2:25 pm

Up to half of all hospitals beds in England could be occupied by patients with respiratory infections, including Covid and flu, NHS England says.

The warning came as NHS bosses set out further details of its plans to help the health service cope this winter.

This includes rapid response teams to help people who have fallen at home and "data war rooms" to monitor pressures.

The return of normal winter viruses along with Covid will place huge strain on hospitals, NHS England said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-63307833

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: batfan2005 on 10/18/22 at 3:25 pm


Thanks.  It was a rough 2 weeks.  I am slowly recovering, but the cough lingers on to the point where I can somedays hardly talk without hacking up a lung.  I made the mistake of walking around like everything was normal.  Once the government said masks were no longer required, I stopped wearing one, and I didn't sanitize my hands when I would go into stores.  I now wear a mask when I go out and I will probably keep doing so until COVID is no longer a thing


I'm sorry to hear that you've had it rough, but glad you're recovering albeit slowly. It seems to affect people differently, regardless of vaccination status.


Up to half of all hospitals beds in England could be occupied by patients with respiratory infections, including Covid and flu, NHS England says.

The warning came as NHS bosses set out further details of its plans to help the health service cope this winter.

This includes rapid response teams to help people who have fallen at home and "data war rooms" to monitor pressures.

The return of normal winter viruses along with Covid will place huge strain on hospitals, NHS England said.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-63307833


I think I'll start wearing my mask again now that we're entering the cold and flu season, especially with the early winter this year. I also need to get my flu shot. Not so sure about the Omicron booster as now there's other subvariants like BQ1.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/18/22 at 3:36 pm


I think I'll start wearing my mask again now that we're entering the cold and flu season, especially with the early winter this year. I also need to get my flu shot. Not so sure about the Omicron booster as now there's other subvariants like BQ1.
I have just only recently gained confidence in riding on public transport again, and like you, I am wearing a mask once more, if the cases do go up again, my mask will be worn in enclosed spaces, like shops.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/18/22 at 3:53 pm


I have just only recently gained confidence in riding on public transport again, and like you, I am wearing a mask once more, if the cases do go up again, my mask will be worn in enclosed spaces, like shops.

I'll try to start wearing my mask too when I get a chance.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: whistledog on 10/18/22 at 7:45 pm


I'm sorry to hear that you've had it rough, but glad you're recovering albeit slowly. It seems to affect people differently, regardless of vaccination status.


This is true.  I had most of the symptoms, though I didn't lose my taste or smell, which I thought was strange.  I only ever got my first 2 vaccinations and got lazy about getting the other two shots.  Once I rid myself of the cough completely, I need to get the rest of my shots. 

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 10/22/22 at 12:30 am

Someone sent my mother an e-mail to remind her to get her second booster done because of her "advanced age."  Granted, my mother is 75 years old and she does a sh!tload of stuff around here, that if whoever sent her that e-mail knew about the stuff that she does around this house, then they wouldn't have sent her that e-mail. 
Anyways my mother and I have an appointment at the pharmacy next week to get it done.  Just so I can have a sense of safety.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/22/22 at 2:58 am


Someone sent my mother an e-mail to remind her to get her second booster done because of her "advanced age."  Granted, my mother is 75 years old and she does a sh!tload of stuff around here, that if whoever sent her that e-mail knew about the stuff that she does around this house, then they wouldn't have sent her that e-mail. 
Anyways my mother and I have an appointment at the pharmacy next week to get it done.  Just so I can have a sense of safety.

Good Luck with the shot.

Subject: China Covid: Universal Resort shuts due to Beijing coronavirus cases

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/22 at 10:17 am

The Universal Resort theme park in Beijing has temporarily closed due to Covid-19 prevention measures.

Cases have been rising in the city despite having some of the world's toughest anti-coronavirus restrictions.

For yesterday, the Chinese capital - which is home to more than 21 million people - reported 19 symptomatic infections and one asymptomatic case.

China's zero-Covid policy has seen cities and attractions locked down over relatively small numbers of infections.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-63396556

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest figures for England

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/27/22 at 10:39 am

Testing in England
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

Between 20 October 2022 and 26 October 2022, there have been 418,328 tests. This shows a decrease of -17.0% compared to the previous 7 days.

Cases in England
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

Between 16 October 2022 and 22 October 2022, 47,058 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -15.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations in England
Vaccines are given in several doses.

45,312,239 people had been given a first dose by the end of 23 October 2022.

42,773,302 people had been given a second dose by the end of 23 October 2022.

33,707,906 people had been given a booster or third dose by the end of 23 October 2022.

Healthcare in England
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

Between 18 October 2022 and 24 October 2022, 6,588 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -15.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 9,131 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 26 October 2022.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 222 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 26 October 2022.

Deaths in England
Between 16 October 2022 and 22 October 2022, there have been 825 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -10.6% compared to the previous 7 days.

With 825 deaths, 9131 patients in hospital, and 47,058 cases, Covid in all it's forms is still out there.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 10/27/22 at 1:42 pm

4th booster was done yesterday.  For the Omicron variant.  It went well and there's not as much pain in my arm as there was last time.  So, this time I may not have to crack and take a painkiller.  We'll see.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/27/22 at 3:47 pm


4th booster was done yesterday.  For the Omicron variant.  It went well and there's not as much pain in my arm as there was last time.  So, this time I may not have to crack and take a painkiller.  We'll see.


Did you have any other symptoms like fever, diarrhea or maybe nausea?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 10/27/22 at 8:21 pm


Did you have any other symptoms like fever, diarrhea, or maybe nausea?


No, I have had none of those symptoms.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/28/22 at 2:42 am


No, I have had none of those symptoms.

Me neither and I'm happy about that.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/28/22 at 8:17 am


No, I have had none of those symptoms.
The only symptoms I had after my fourth booster was extreme tiredness and five days after the vaccination jab.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 10/28/22 at 3:39 pm


The only symptoms I had after my fourth booster was extreme tiredness and five days after the vaccination jab.

As for me, My arm was just sore for those few days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 10/28/22 at 4:19 pm


As for me, My arm was just sore for those few days.


Me too but it was very weird last time since the pain went from my shoulder down to my wrist and then back up to my under arm.  The pain in my arm was so excruciating that I finally cracked and I took an Aspirin for the pain. But this time it only hurt for a few days.

Subject: Concern over flu and winter viruses but Covid levels unchanged

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/22 at 6:41 am

Covid infections remain fairly stable across the UK, but other viruses such as flu, norovirus and RSV are increasing, latest data shows.

The flu season has started early and some children under five are ending up in hospital, health officials say.

They are also reminding parents that all two and three-year-olds can have a flu nasal spray vaccine.

Another common winter virus called respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is also on the rise in young children.

It can cause chest infections and be particularly severe in the under-twos, especially those with underlying health problems.

Many young children have little natural protection from normal winter viruses because of the pandemic.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-63427651

Subject: Re: Concern over flu and winter viruses but Covid levels unchanged

Written By: batfan2005 on 10/29/22 at 8:25 am


Covid infections remain fairly stable across the UK, but other viruses such as flu, norovirus and RSV are increasing, latest data shows.

The flu season has started early and some children under five are ending up in hospital, health officials say.

They are also reminding parents that all two and three-year-olds can have a flu nasal spray vaccine.

Another common winter virus called respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is also on the rise in young children.

It can cause chest infections and be particularly severe in the under-twos, especially those with underlying health problems.

Many young children have little natural protection from normal winter viruses because of the pandemic.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-63427651


They are calling it a "tri-demic" for this winter.

Subject: Re: Concern over flu and winter viruses but Covid levels unchanged

Written By: LyricBoy on 10/29/22 at 8:53 am


They are calling it a "tri-demic" for this winter.


Syphilis is also on the rise, so it’s really a quademic.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 10/29/22 at 9:07 am


Syphilis is also on the rise, so it’s really a quademic.
Syphilis is a bacterium Treponema pallidum, it does not travel through the air as like a virus.

Subject: Re: Concern over flu and winter viruses but Covid levels unchanged

Written By: Howard on 10/29/22 at 2:23 pm


They are calling it a "tri-demic" for this winter.

This is terrible.  :(

Subject: Re: Ringo Starr cancels North America tour with Covid

Written By: nally on 10/30/22 at 2:18 pm


Syphilis is a bacterium Treponema pallidum, it does not travel through the air as like a virus.

That's helpful to know.

Subject: Re: Concern over flu and winter viruses but Covid levels unchanged

Written By: nally on 10/30/22 at 2:19 pm


They are calling it a "tri-demic" for this winter.

This is terrible.  :(

I agree. :-[

Subject: Covid: Shanghai Disney - visitors unable to leave

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/01/22 at 3:26 am

Shanghai Disney has become the latest high-profile venue to shut its gates thanks to China's strict zero-Covid policy, trapping visitors inside.

People have been told they will not be allowed out of the theme park until they can show a negative test.

It comes after Shanghai reported 10 locally transmitted cases on Saturday.

China's controversial zero-Covid policy has already seen millions of people repeatedly locked down, sometimes in unusual locations.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-63456107

Subject: Re: Covid: Shanghai Disney - visitors unable to leave

Written By: batfan2005 on 11/01/22 at 8:26 am


Shanghai Disney has become the latest high-profile venue to shut its gates thanks to China's strict zero-Covid policy, trapping visitors inside.

People have been told they will not be allowed out of the theme park until they can show a negative test.

It comes after Shanghai reported 10 locally transmitted cases on Saturday.

China's controversial zero-Covid policy has already seen millions of people repeatedly locked down, sometimes in unusual locations.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-63456107


No thanks! And we thought we had it bad in 2020.

Subject: Covid infections falling in England and Wales, says ONS

Written By: Philip Eno on 11/04/22 at 12:21 pm

Covid infections have fallen in England and Wales, according to the Office for National Statistics.

The ONS figures show levels have increased in Northern Ireland and the trend is uncertain in Scotland.

Overall about 1.9 million people have the virus, or one in 35 people. This down from 2 million, or one in 30, the week before.

But experts warn levels are still high in the over-70s and say vaccines are key.

Other viruses, including flu, are on the rise.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-63516044

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/08/22 at 2:51 am

It was on December 8th in 2019 that the first confirmed case of COVID-19 was discovered in China.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 12/08/22 at 6:56 am


It was on December 8th in 2019 that the first confirmed case of COVID-19 was discovered in China.

I can't believe it's been 3 years already.  :o :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 12/11/22 at 4:01 am

It was on December 11th in 2020, the Food and Drug Administration issues an Emergency Use Authorization on the Pfizer–BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, the first COVID-19 vaccine to be approved by the agency.

Subject: Children told to stay home from school if sick amid flu, Covid and scarlet fever

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/23 at 7:10 am

Parents in England are being urged to keep children off school if they are unwell and have a fever, amid high levels of flu and Covid-19 cases.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-64147209

Subject: Covid: England to require negative test for arrivals from China

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/03/23 at 9:20 am

Passengers arriving in England from China will have to provide a negative Covid test before they board a flight, ministers have confirmed.

It comes as several nations announced they would be screening travellers from China after cases surged following Beijing's decision to relax its zero-Covid policy.

China has said it will fully reopen its borders on 8 January.

Several countries, including the US, France and India, have imposed testing.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-64130655

Subject: Novak Djokovic set to miss Indian Wells as US extends vaccine requirements

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/04/23 at 8:28 am

Novak Djokovic is set to miss Indian Wells and the Miami Open after the United States extended its requirement for international visitors to be vaccinated against Covid-19.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/tennis/64161301

Subject: What is known about new Covid variant XBB.1.5?

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/10/23 at 5:15 am

A new Covid sub-variant is causing some concern in the US, where it is spreading rapidly. Some cases have also been recorded in the UK, so what do you need to know about XBB.1.5?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-64164306

Subject: Re: What is known about new Covid variant XBB.1.5?

Written By: Howard on 01/10/23 at 3:03 pm


A new Covid sub-variant is causing some concern in the US, where it is spreading rapidly. Some cases have also been recorded in the UK, so what do you need to know about XBB.1.5?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-64164306

I heard about this and hopefully people are staying as safe as possible.

Subject: Re: What is known about new Covid variant XBB.1.5?

Written By: nally on 01/10/23 at 11:35 pm


A new Covid sub-variant is causing some concern in the US, where it is spreading rapidly. Some cases have also been recorded in the UK, so what do you need to know about XBB.1.5?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-64164306

I heard about this and hopefully people are staying as safe as possible.


Just heard of it today. :o

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Three years ago

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/11/23 at 6:21 am

It was this day (January 11th) in 2020, that the COVID-19 pandemic in Hubei: Municipal health officials in Wuhan announce the first recorded death from COVID-19.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Three years ago

Written By: Howard on 01/11/23 at 3:08 pm


It was this day (January 11th) in 2020, that the COVID-19 pandemic in Hubei: Municipal health officials in Wuhan announce the first recorded death from COVID-19.

It's still with us.  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/23 at 4:07 am


It's still with us.  :(
The latest figures for England should be made available this evening.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Howard on 01/12/23 at 6:54 am


The latest figures for England should be made available this evening.


I can't believe it's been 3 years.  :o  :(

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Three years ago

Written By: batfan2005 on 01/12/23 at 11:29 am


It's still with us.  :(


So much for it to be gone by this year. Although this time of year has always been a peak because of the holiday gatherings. At least the symptoms are mild from what I've heard, especially for the vaccinated.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest figures for England

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/12/23 at 11:40 am

This information comes from the UK Government.

This document explains the key statistics presented on the UK Coronavirus (COVID-19) Dashboard. It was last updated on Thursday, 12 January 2023.

Testing in England
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

Between 4 January 2023 and 10 January 2023, there have been 352,132 tests. This shows a decrease of -8.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Cases in England
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

Between 1 January 2023 and 7 January 2023, 28,009 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -25.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations in England
Vaccines are given in several doses.

45,385,951 people had been given a first dose by the end of 8 January 2023.

42,894,314 people had been given a second dose by the end of 8 January 2023.

33,869,582 people had been given a booster or third dose by the end of 8 January 2023.

Healthcare in England
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

Between 3 January 2023 and 9 January 2023, 5,659 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -18.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 7,743 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 11 January 2023.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 182 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 11 January 2023.

Deaths in England
Between 1 January 2023 and 7 January 2023, there have been 891 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -16.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Three years ago

Written By: Howard on 01/12/23 at 2:30 pm


So much for it to be gone by this year. Although this time of year has always been a peak because of the holiday gatherings. At least the symptoms are mild from what I've heard, especially for the vaccinated.


Is that the XBB variant?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The XBB variant

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/23 at 9:51 am


Is that the XBB variant?

A new Covid sub-variant is causing some concern in the US, where it is spreading rapidly. Some cases have also been recorded in the UK, so what do you need to know about XBB.1.5?

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-64164306

Subject: Covid cases in China touch 900 million - study

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/23 at 10:53 am

Some 900 million people in China have been infected with the coronavirus as of 11 January, according to a study by Peking University.

The report estimates that 64% of the country's population has the virus.

It ranks Gansu province, where 91% of the people are reported to be infected, at the top, followed by Yunnan (84%) and Qinghai (80%).

A top Chinese epidemiologist has also warned that cases will surge in rural China over the lunar new year.

The peak of China's Covid wave is expected to last two to three months, added Zeng Guang, ex-head of the Chinese Center for Disease Control.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-64258799

Subject: Re: Covid cases in China touch 900 million - study

Written By: LyricBoy on 01/15/23 at 11:49 am


Some 900 million people in China have been infected with the coronavirus as of 11 January, according to a study by Peking University.

The report estimates that 64% of the country's population has the virus.

It ranks Gansu province, where 91% of the people are reported to be infected, at the top, followed by Yunnan (84%) and Qinghai (80%).

A top Chinese epidemiologist has also warned that cases will surge in rural China over the lunar new year.

The peak of China's Covid wave is expected to last two to three months, added Zeng Guang, ex-head of the Chinese Center for Disease Control.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-64258799


Man, those Chinese must be dropping like flies!  :o

Subject: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Three years ago

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/15/23 at 12:47 pm

It was on this day in 2020 that the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare confirms the first case of COVID-19 in Japan.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Three years ago

Written By: nally on 01/15/23 at 12:50 pm


It was on this day in 2020 that the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare confirms the first case of COVID-19 in Japan.

Three years to the day already; my, how time flies. :o

Subject: Re: Covid cases in China touch 900 million - study

Written By: Howard on 01/15/23 at 2:15 pm


Man, those Chinese must be dropping like flies!  :o


And they still wear the masks cause you never know who'll be around you. :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Three years ago

Written By: Howard on 01/15/23 at 2:17 pm


Three years to the day already; my, how time flies. :o

3 years later, it's still with us. :(

Subject: Re: Covid cases in China touch 900 million - study

Written By: LyricBoy on 01/15/23 at 2:22 pm


And they still wear the masks cause you never know who'll be around you. :o


Well if 90% of the Chinese caught the virus, those masks haven’t done jack.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid cases in China touch 900 million - study

Written By: nally on 01/15/23 at 3:13 pm


And they still wear the masks cause you never know who'll be around you. :o

It is not mandatory where I am now, but suggested. I still bring one along to wear in a store in case I feel I need to use it.

Subject: Re: Covid cases in China touch 900 million - study

Written By: LyricBoy on 01/15/23 at 3:32 pm


It is not mandatory where I am now, but suggested. I still bring one along to wear in a store in case I feel I need to use it.


I work in an office with 84 other people; we’ve been at it throughout the pandemic and post-pandemic. No masks. You’d think we’d all be dead by now.

Subject: Re: Covid cases in China touch 900 million - study

Written By: nally on 01/15/23 at 9:27 pm


I work in an office with 84 other people; we’ve been at it throughout the pandemic and post-pandemic. No masks. You’d think we’d all be dead by now.

84, wow, that’s crazy. :o Was it hard for y’all to social distance when that was mandatory?

Not to brag or anything, but I am one of only three people in my office suite. (We did have a fourth person, who rarely came into the office while we were mainly working from home. But on St. Patrick’s Day in 2021, the four of us got together for a socially distanced lunch at a park near our office. We were able to have conversation while we ate. This fourth person left a month later because he accepted a new position elsewhere.)

Subject: Re: Covid cases in China touch 900 million - study

Written By: Howard on 01/16/23 at 3:37 am


It is not mandatory where I am now, but suggested. I still bring one along to wear in a store in case I feel I need to use it.

They got rid of the masks for now in my state, only if you want to wear them.

Subject: Re: Covid cases in China touch 900 million - study

Written By: Howard on 01/16/23 at 3:39 am


I work in an office with 84 other people; we’ve been at it throughout the pandemic and post-pandemic. No masks. You’d think we’d all be dead by now.

I work in a supermarket.

Subject: Re: Covid cases in China touch 900 million - study

Written By: LyricBoy on 01/16/23 at 4:50 am


84, wow, that’s crazy. :o Was it hard for y’all to social distance when that was mandatory?


No, we easily were able to distance. We took common sense precautions but did not cover ourselves with bubble wrap. Meanwhile most of our customers closed their offices to visitors, following Fauci like sheep. Several of our salespeople simply visited their customers at their homes.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/23 at 5:15 am


No, we easily were able to distance. We took common sense precautions but did not cover ourselves with bubble wrap. Meanwhile most of our customers closed their offices to visitors, following Fauci like sheep. Several of our salespeople simply visited their customers at their homes.
Were you still offered the chance to work from home?

Subject: Re: Covid cases in China touch 900 million - study

Written By: batfan2005 on 01/16/23 at 2:23 pm


They got rid of the masks for now in my state, only if you want to wear them.


I don't bother to wear them anymore. I pretty much have a "whatever" attitude about the whole thing, after 3 years. Especially after I had it once and it really wasn't that bad other than having to change plans and isolate in the house so my wife didn't catch it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): The worldwide pandemic

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/16/23 at 3:01 pm


I don't bother to wear them anymore. I pretty much have a "whatever" attitude about the whole thing, after 3 years. Especially after I had it once and it really wasn't that bad other than having to change plans and isolate in the house so my wife didn't catch it.
In the UK, with the high number of people with influenza, I am now wearing a mask on public transport again.

Subject: Re: Covid cases in China touch 900 million - study

Written By: Howard on 01/16/23 at 3:51 pm


I don't bother to wear them anymore. I pretty much have a "whatever" attitude about the whole thing, after 3 years. Especially after I had it once and it really wasn't that bad other than having to change plans and isolate in the house so my wife didn't catch it.

I'll wear them when it's needed but other than that I ditched wearing them altogether, it looks stupid, I feel I'm back in The 1920's.  ::)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest figures for England

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/19/23 at 12:14 pm

This information comes from the UK Government.

This document explains the key statistics presented on the UK Coronavirus (COVID-19) Dashboard. It was last updated on Thursday, 19 January 2023.

Testing in England
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

Between 10 January 2023 and 16 January 2023, there have been 275,441 tests. This shows a decrease of -25.3% compared to the previous 7 days.

Cases in England
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

Between 8 January 2023 and 14 January 2023, 15,749 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -44.9% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations in England
Vaccines are given in several doses.

45,390,715 people had been given a first dose by the end of 15 January 2023.

42,902,475 people had been given a second dose by the end of 15 January 2023.

33,876,024 people had been given a booster or third dose by the end of 15 January 2023.

Healthcare in England
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

Between 10 January 2023 and 16 January 2023, 4,110 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -27.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,299 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 18 January 2023.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 146 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 18 January 2023.

Deaths in England
Between 8 January 2023 and 14 January 2023, there have been 814 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -23.1% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: A study finds Covid booster gives tenfold increase in antibodies

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/23 at 7:07 am

Vulnerable people who have had a third Coronavirus vaccine, or booster, have a significant increase in antibodies and protection against the virus, according to research.

It found the third jab means they can be just as protected against the disease as people who are healthy.

It is hoped this will give renewed confidence to those who shielded during the pandemic if they leave the house.

Blood samples from more than 9,000 people were tested.

The booster was found to have given a tenfold increase in antibodies compared to the first two vaccines.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bristol-64392784

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest figures for England

Written By: Philip Eno on 01/26/23 at 1:03 pm

This information comes from the UK Government.

This document explains the key statistics presented on the UK Coronavirus (COVID-19) Dashboard. It was last updated on Thursday, 26 January 2023.

Testing in England
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

Between 19 January 2023 and 25 January 2023, there have been 211,032 tests. This shows a decrease of -21.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

Cases in England
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

Between 15 January 2023 and 21 January 2023, 12,442 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of -22.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations in England
Vaccines are given in several doses.

45,394,592 people had been given a first dose by the end of 22 January 2023.

42,910,263 people had been given a second dose by the end of 22 January 2023.

33,881,689 people had been given a booster or third dose by the end of 22 January 2023.

Healthcare in England
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

Between 17 January 2023 and 23 January 2023, 3,925 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of -4.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 5,632 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 25 January 2023.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 126 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 25 January 2023.

Deaths in England
Between 15 January 2023 and 21 January 2023, there have been 715 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -26.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: A study finds Covid booster gives tenfold increase in antibodies

Written By: nally on 01/26/23 at 9:41 pm


Vulnerable people who have had a third Coronavirus vaccine, or booster, have a significant increase in antibodies and protection against the virus, according to research.

It found the third jab means they can be just as protected against the disease as people who are healthy.

It is hoped this will give renewed confidence to those who shielded during the pandemic if they leave the house.

Blood samples from more than 9,000 people were tested.

The booster was found to have given a tenfold increase in antibodies compared to the first two vaccines.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-bristol-64392784

Hmm, this is helpful to know. O0

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Three years ago

Written By: nally on 01/31/23 at 12:01 am


3 years later, it's still with us. :(

And it was on this day (Jan 30th) in '20 that the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 to be a Public Health Emergency of International Concern.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: LyricBoy on 01/31/23 at 5:15 am

Things are slowing down though. My company just hired a guy who was laid off from his job as a mask salesman.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 02/02/23 at 2:12 am

Oh, my mom and I still mask up despite both of us being double-vaxed and double-boosted. We know that it looks strange to other people who have stopped masking up but it's still something that can still be passed along to us.
I did forget to put my mask on at the grocery store one time only because I wasn't thinking about anything except getting in and out of the grocery store and spending as little time as possible in there. Nobody in that grocery store said anything to me but still, I turned to my mother and I said "I forgot to put my mask on."  And another time was in our provincial polling station my mother was behind me yelling at me to stop and she said "put your mask on!"! Because I had gone into our polling station, which was at a church, and I had forgotten to put it on.
So, it's very easy for somebody like me to forget to do something because you've been doing it for 2.5 years of your life.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/23 at 2:16 am


Oh, my mom and I still mask up despite both of us being double-vaxed and double-boosted. We know that it looks strange to other people who have stopped masking up but it's still something that can still be passed along to us.
I did forget to put my mask on at the grocery store one time only because I wasn't thinking about anything except getting in and out of the grocery store and spending as little time as possible in there. Nobody in that grocery store said anything to me but still, I turned to my mother and I said "I forgot to put my mask on."  And another time was in our provincial polling station my mother was behind me yelling at me to stop and she said "put your mask on!"! Because I had gone into our polling station, which was at a church, and I had forgotten to put it on.
So, it's very easy for somebody like me to forget to do something because you've been doing it for 2.5 years of your life.
We are still wearing masks on public transport, or very confined areas.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: LyricBoy on 02/02/23 at 5:12 am

Some people double up on masks.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/23 at 6:11 am


Some people double up on masks.
I still see people wearing masks only covering the mouth, leaving the nose totally uncovered.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Howard on 02/02/23 at 6:56 am


We are still wearing masks on public transport, or very confined areas.


Some people here in New York are wearing them and some aren't.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Howard on 02/02/23 at 6:57 am


I still see people wearing masks only covering the mouth, leaving the nose totally uncovered.


Yeah, I see that too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest figures for England

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/02/23 at 11:27 am

This information comes from the UK Government.

This document explains the key statistics presented on the UK Coronavirus (COVID-19) Dashboard. It was last updated on Thursday, 02 February 2023.

Testing in England
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

Between 19 January 2023 and 25 January 2023, there have been 211,032 tests. This shows a decrease of -21.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

Cases in England
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

Between 22 January 2023 and 28 January 2023, 15,135 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows an increase of 19.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations in England
Vaccines are given in several doses.

45,398,149 people had been given a first dose by the end of 29 January 2023.

42,916,983 people had been given a second dose by the end of 29 January 2023.

33,887,266 people had been given a booster or third dose by the end of 29 January 2023.

Healthcare in England
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

Between 24 January 2023 and 30 January 2023, 4,621 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows an increase of 17.7% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 6,055 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 1 February 2023.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 136 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 1 February 2023.

Deaths in England
Between 22 January 2023 and 28 January 2023, there have been 552 deaths within 28 days of a positive coronavirus test. This shows a decrease of -34.4% compared to the previous 7 days.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 02/02/23 at 11:12 pm


I still see people wearing masks only covering the mouth, leaving the nose totally uncovered.


I see some people masking up and others not masking up.  I'm still masking up and so is my mother.  I see a lot of people who are much older than my mother masking up.
Even though my mother and I are double vaxed and double boosted we still mask up.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest figures for England

Written By: nally on 02/02/23 at 11:24 pm


I still see people wearing masks only covering the mouth, leaving the nose totally uncovered.

I even saw people doing that during the height of the pandemic. Not me, though; I always wore them the proper way.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest figures for England

Written By: nally on 02/02/23 at 11:24 pm


Some people here in New York are wearing them and some aren't.

Same in California.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Howard on 02/03/23 at 3:18 am


I see some people masking up and others not masking up.  I'm still masking up and so is my mother.  I see a lot of people who are much older than my mother masking up.
Even though my mother and I are double vaxed and double boosted we still mask up.

That's a good idea.

Subject: Fake Covid kits: Preacher handed suspended one-year jail term

Written By: Philip Eno on 02/06/23 at 3:28 pm

A bishop who sold fake Covid protection kits to his church congregation in south London has been handed a one-year jail term, suspended for two years.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-64482961

Subject: Covid: FBI chief Christopher Wray says China lab leak 'most likely'

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/23 at 3:26 am

FBI Director Christopher Wray has said that the bureau believes Covid-19 "most likely" originated in a "Chinese government-controlled lab".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-64806903

Subject: Re: Covid: FBI chief Christopher Wray says China lab leak 'most likely'

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/01/23 at 5:40 am


FBI Director Christopher Wray has said that the bureau believes Covid-19 "most likely" originated in a "Chinese government-controlled lab".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-64806903


I imagine those people who were so upset at people calling it the “China Virus” feel rather silly now…

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/23 at 5:59 am


I imagine those people who were so upset at people calling it the “China Virus” feel rather silly now…
Back then, three years ago, it was believed to have originated in China, and people called it the virus from China. Nowadays it is called COVID along with it's many variants.

Subject: Re: Covid: FBI chief Christopher Wray says China lab leak 'most likely'

Written By: Howard on 03/01/23 at 6:54 am


FBI Director Christopher Wray has said that the bureau believes Covid-19 "most likely" originated in a "Chinese government-controlled lab".

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-64806903

It's hard to believe it's been 3 years.  :o

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/23 at 7:04 am


It's hard to believe it's been 3 years.  :o
I started this topic on January 22nd 2020, so it is over three years now.

Subject: Hong Kong ends mask mandate after 945 days

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/01/23 at 7:37 am

Hong Kong has lifted its mask mandate, marking an end to one of the world's longest-running Covid restrictions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-64806987

Subject: Re: Hong Kong ends mask mandate after 945 days

Written By: Howard on 03/01/23 at 7:44 am


Hong Kong has lifted its mask mandate, marking an end to one of the world's longest-running Covid restrictions.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-64806987


Good. O0

Subject: Re: Covid: FBI chief Christopher Wray says China lab leak 'most likely'

Written By: batfan2005 on 03/01/23 at 9:46 am


It's hard to believe it's been 3 years.  :o


Doesn't feel like it was that long ago.

Subject: Re: Covid: FBI chief Christopher Wray says China lab leak 'most likely'

Written By: c_keenan2001@hotmail.com on 03/01/23 at 2:04 pm


Doesn't feel like it was that long ago.


No it doesn't.

Subject: Re: Covid: FBI chief Christopher Wray says China lab leak 'most likely'

Written By: Howard on 03/01/23 at 3:21 pm


Doesn't feel like it was that long ago.

To me, it just feels that way and to think we weren't thinking of this virus entering the U.S.

Subject: Re: Danish queen tests positive for Covid the day after Queen Elizabeth II's funeral

Written By: nally on 03/04/23 at 3:56 pm


It's hard to believe it's been 3 years.  :o

Yup, since it really started to get out of hand. :(



To me, it just feels that way and to think we weren't thinking of this virus entering the U.S.

That’s right; I totally remember. And then thinking, how are we gonna handle it?

Subject: Re: Covid: FBI chief Christopher Wray says China lab leak 'most likely'

Written By: nally on 03/04/23 at 3:57 pm


Doesn't feel like it was that long ago.

No it doesn't.

Agreed.

Subject: Re: Danish queen tests positive for Covid the day after Queen Elizabeth II's funeral

Written By: Howard on 03/05/23 at 3:02 am


Yup, since it really started to get out of hand. :(

That’s right; I totally remember. And then thinking, how are we gonna handle it?

Exactly.

Subject: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/07/23 at 9:26 am

In the UK, a spring booster vaccine against Covid-19 is to be offered to people at most risk of serious illness from the disease to protect them this summer.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-64876657

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/23/23 at 4:24 am

It was on this date in 2020 (March 23rd), that Prime Minister Boris Johnson put the United Kingdom into its first national lockdown in response to COVID-19.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Howard on 03/23/23 at 2:24 pm


It was on this date in 2020 (March 23rd), that Prime Minister Boris Johnson put the United Kingdom into its first national lockdown in response to COVID-19.

I can't believe it's been 3 years.  :(

Subject: Re: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: nally on 03/23/23 at 8:02 pm


It was on this date in 2020 (March 23rd), that Prime Minister Boris Johnson put the United Kingdom into its first national lockdown in response to COVID-19.

On the same day, I worked a full day from home for the first time. It was a trial run for my office staff.

Subject: Re: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: Howard on 03/24/23 at 2:56 am


On the same day, I worked a full day from home for the first time. It was a trial run for my office staff.

I was working at Stop N Shop at the time and I remember everything went off the shelves.  :o

Subject: Re: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: batfan2005 on 03/24/23 at 9:12 am


I was working at Stop N Shop at the time and I remember everything went off the shelves.  :o


Especially toilet paper, lol

Subject: Re: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: Howard on 03/24/23 at 3:12 pm


Especially toilet paper, lol


And don't forget hand sanitizers too.  :o

Subject: Re: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: nally on 03/24/23 at 7:52 pm


And don't forget hand sanitizers too.  :o

Yeah, people really began stocking up on those things when the pandemic was just starting.

Subject: Re: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: Howard on 03/25/23 at 2:51 am


Yeah, people really began stocking up on those things when the pandemic was just starting.

Lines in the supermarkets were so long that day.

Subject: Re: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: nally on 03/25/23 at 10:04 am


Lines in the supermarkets were so long that day.

Probably every day, despite the social distancing mandate that went into effect.

Subject: Re: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/25/23 at 11:35 am


Lines in the supermarkets were so long that day.


Now the pandemic scare is over, and you’ve got people too lazy to go into the store to shop, so they do curbside pickup.

Subject: Re: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: Howard on 03/25/23 at 3:14 pm


Now the pandemic scare is over, and you’ve got people too lazy to go into the store to shop, so they do curbside pickup.


Or they use Grubhub and other food and eating apps.

Subject: Re: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: nally on 03/25/23 at 4:25 pm


Now the pandemic scare is over, and you’ve got people too lazy to go into the store to shop, so they do curbside pickup.

Even three years ago, at the official start of the pandemic, people were uncomfortable about going inside to shop; and curbside pickup was offered at such places. Curbside pickup has also been available at certain restaurants.

Some people are still opting for curbside pickup at such establishments.

Subject: Re: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: batfan2005 on 03/25/23 at 9:39 pm


Even three years ago, at the official start of the pandemic, people were uncomfortable about going inside to shop; and curbside pickup was offered at such places. Curbside pickup has also been available at certain restaurants.

Some people are still opting for curbside pickup at such establishments.


I still use curbside occasionally for groceries. Not that I'm uncomfortable going inside but I just hate walking aisle to aisle looking for things.

Subject: Re: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: Howard on 03/26/23 at 2:48 am


Even three years ago, at the official start of the pandemic, people were uncomfortable about going inside to shop; and curbside pickup was offered at such places. Curbside pickup has also been available at certain restaurants.

Some people are still opting for curbside pickup at such establishments.


You just order what you want and they bring it to your car.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Philip Eno on 03/26/23 at 6:01 am


Even three years ago, at the official start of the pandemic, people were uncomfortable about going inside to shop; and curbside pickup was offered at such places. Curbside pickup has also been available at certain restaurants.

Some people are still opting for curbside pickup at such establishments.
Before the pandemic it was stores and supermarkets with their own delivery vans. During the pandemic private companies started with cycle and motorbike deliveries, the vans still continued. Now many people still order their food, etc with these private companies at an astronomical delivery charge on top of the original cost of the products purchased. The most annoying thing is that the cyclists use the pavement to get around.

Personally I prefer to shop and shop around for some stores have the product at a cheaper price, for instance, bananas at one local store sells them at £1.80 for a bunch, where better and bigger bananas can be purchased at 89p for a kilogramme. Half the price.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: batfan2005 on 03/26/23 at 8:41 am


Before the pandemic it was stores and supermarkets with their own delivery vans. During the pandemic private companies started with cycle and motorbike deliveries, the vans still continued. Now many people still order their food, etc with these private companies at an astronomical delivery charge on top of the original cost of the products purchased. The most annoying thing is that the cyclists use the pavement to get around.

Personally I prefer to shop and shop around for some stores have the product at a cheaper price, for instance, bananas at one local store sells them at £1.80 for a bunch, where better and bigger bananas can be purchased at 89p for a kilogramme. Half the price.


In the US we have Instacart, a separate third party company that has partnerships with grocery and retail chains.

Subject: Re: Covid: FBI chief Christopher Wray says China lab leak 'most likely'

Written By: nally on 03/26/23 at 10:08 am


In the US we have Instacart, a separate third party company that has partnerships with grocery and retail chains.

Yeah, I was using InstaCart during that span.

Subject: Re: UK: Covid booster jab to be offered this spring

Written By: LyricBoy on 03/26/23 at 10:55 am


You just order what you want and they bring it to your car.


The problem is, if you’re one of the people actually grocery shopping at WalMart, those “personal shopper” workers have these huge buggies with all sorts of shopping bins, blocking the food displays or freezer doors.

WalMart’s too cheap to have people working at the checkout, but they have plenty of money to pay these personal shoppers to clog the aisles and bag somebody else’s groceries. It’s madness.

Subject: Re: Covid: FBI chief Christopher Wray says China lab leak 'most likely'

Written By: nally on 03/26/23 at 11:33 am


The problem is, if you’re one of the people actually grocery shopping at WalMart, those “personal shopper” workers have these huge buggies with all sorts of shopping bins, blocking the food displays or freezer doors.

WalMart’s too cheap to have people working at the checkout, but they have plenty of money to pay these personal shoppers to clog the aisles and bag somebody else’s groceries. It’s madness.

Yeah, sometimes the shopper won’t find exactly what you want, and they’ll ask you if you want a replacement item, or nothing at all in its place. If you don’t wanna replace the item, you won’t get charged for it. And they’ll let you know when they’re ready to check out, and then give an ETA as to when they’ll arrive at your place. (This is with Instacart, btw.)

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Howard on 03/26/23 at 3:09 pm


In the US we have Instacart, a separate third party company that has partnerships with grocery and retail chains.

And also Grubhub if you want to order food.

Subject: Re: Covid: FBI chief Christopher Wray says China lab leak 'most likely'

Written By: nally on 03/26/23 at 3:11 pm


And also Grubhub if you want to order food.

I tried GrubHub once, but wasn't satisfied with the service I received.

Subject: Re: Covid: FBI chief Christopher Wray says China lab leak 'most likely'

Written By: Howard on 03/26/23 at 3:14 pm


Yeah, sometimes the shopper won’t find exactly what you want, and they’ll ask you if you want a replacement item, or nothing at all in its place. If you don’t wanna replace the item, you won’t get charged for it. And they’ll let you know when they’re ready to check out, and then give an ETA as to when they’ll arrive at your place. (This is with Instacart, btw.)

King Kullen Has a van that does that too when someone wants groceries delivered to their house.

Subject: Covid jabs for under fives in at-risk groups

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/23 at 12:26 pm

Children aged six months to four years, who are deemed to be in high-risk groups, will be offered a Covid vaccination for the first time.

This includes infants with medical conditions, such as cystic fibrosis, heart problems and compromised immune systems.

The jabs will start being given from mid-June in England. The other nations are yet to announce rollout dates.

It follows a recommendation by the government's vaccine advisers.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-65181057

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/23 at 12:27 pm


In the UK, a spring booster vaccine against Covid-19 is to be offered to people at most risk of serious illness from the disease to protect them this summer.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-64876657
I am still waiting for mine.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Howard on 04/06/23 at 2:21 pm


I am still waiting for mine.

How many jabs have you gotten so far?

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Philip Eno on 04/06/23 at 2:22 pm


How many jabs have you gotten so far?
I have had 5, all spaced by 6 months.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: karen on 04/06/23 at 2:41 pm


I am still waiting for mine.


I don’t think anyone has offered it to my mother in law. She had one around the time she had her flu jab.

Subject: Re: Covid jabs for under fives in at-risk groups

Written By: nally on 04/06/23 at 8:18 pm


I have had 5, all spaced by 6 months.

I have had 4 of them: the two basic jabs (in Spring 2021), and two boosters (the second of which occurred half a year ago).

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: nally on 05/05/23 at 8:16 pm

Today, the World Health Organization announces that COVID-19 is no longer considered a global health emergency. (ABC News)

https://abcnews.go.com/Health/downgrades-covid-19-longer-public-health-emergency/story?id=99103891

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: LyricBoy on 05/05/23 at 8:37 pm


Today, the World Health Organization announces that COVID-19 is no longer considered a global health emergency. (ABC News)

https://abcnews.go.com/Health/downgrades-covid-19-longer-public-health-emergency/story?id=99103891


This can’t be. What will the people who bought into the whole Armageddon thing do? We’ve got people at my church who come walking in, wearing ill-fitting masks that a bird could fly through, standing in the middle of a couple hundred others. They look ridiculous. They come driving into the church parking lot, alone in their car, wearing the friggin’ mask.

They’re going to wear those masks forever, having bought into the BS… hook, line, and sinker.

I’ve always said… come up with something for people to fear and it’s an easy sell.

Subject: Re: Covid jabs for under fives in at-risk groups

Written By: nally on 05/05/23 at 9:54 pm

^ Yeah, I have my doubts about it too.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Howard on 05/06/23 at 2:39 am


This can’t be. What will the people who bought into the whole Armageddon thing do? We’ve got people at my church who come walking in, wearing ill-fitting masks that a bird could fly through, standing in the middle of a couple hundred others. They look ridiculous. They come driving into the church parking lot, alone in their car, wearing the friggin’ mask.

They’re going to wear those masks forever, having bought into the BS… hook, line, and sinker.

I’ve always said… come up with something for people to fear and it’s an easy sell.

The pandemic is still with us, just don't tell them that the pandemic is officially over.

Subject: Re: Covid jabs for under fives in at-risk groups

Written By: nally on 05/06/23 at 9:44 am


The pandemic is still with us, just don't tell them that the pandemic is officially over.

Yes, there are still traces of it. Just not as bad as it was in the beginning.

Subject: Re: Covid jabs for under fives in at-risk groups

Written By: Howard on 05/06/23 at 3:10 pm


Yes, there are still traces of it. Just not as bad as it was in the beginning.

But people will still wear the mask if they wish to.

Subject: Re: Covid jabs for under fives in at-risk groups

Written By: nally on 05/06/23 at 3:12 pm


But people will still wear the mask if they wish to.

Of course. I even brought some with me when we went on our vacation two weeks ago. I wore one on the plane; I also put one on anytime we went into a place with lots of people inside. Even if almost no one else wore any.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: batfan2005 on 05/08/23 at 9:49 am

I don't bother wearing masks anymore as I no longer worry about COVID. I caught it once and not afraid to catch it again. There's other things in this world to worry about now. I haven't visited Japan in awhile but if I did, I might pick up the habit of wearing them simply from doing as they do as other habits I've picked up from living over there such as removing shoes going into a house, backing in to park, recycling and actually rinsing out cans/bottles, and using electronic bidet toilets. Other than that, one exception is I wear a mask when I cut the grass so I don't have to breathe in all that stuff, and also if my allergies get bad, but of course those reasons are not related to COVID.

Subject: Re: Covid jabs for under fives in at-risk groups

Written By: Howard on 05/08/23 at 1:26 pm


Of course. I even brought some with me when we went on our vacation two weeks ago. I wore one on the plane; I also put one on anytime we went into a place with lots of people inside. Even if almost no one else wore any.

I'll wear one when it's needed but any other time, I won't wear it.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): No longer a pandemic, but still with us

Written By: Howard on 05/08/23 at 1:28 pm


I don't bother wearing masks anymore as I no longer worry about COVID. I caught it once and not afraid to catch it again. There's other things in this world to worry about now. I haven't visited Japan in awhile but if I did, I might pick up the habit of wearing them simply from doing as they do as other habits I've picked up from living over there such as removing shoes going into a house, backing in to park, recycling and actually rinsing out cans/bottles, and using electronic bidet toilets. Other than that, one exception is I wear a mask when I cut the grass so I don't have to breathe in all that stuff, and also if my allergies get bad, but of course those reasons are not related to COVID.

I wear mine when it's needed but any other time I won't wear it as much.

Subject: Re: Covid jabs for under fives in at-risk groups

Written By: nally on 05/08/23 at 7:31 pm


I'll wear one when it's needed but any other time, I won't wear it.

Agreed.

Subject: Re: Covid-19 (Coronavirus): Latest figures for England

Written By: Philip Eno on 05/11/23 at 1:08 pm

This information comes from the UK Government.

This document explains the key statistics presented on the UK Coronavirus (COVID-19) Dashboard. It was last updated on Thursday, 11 May 2023.

Testing in England
Testing is where we do a test to see who has coronavirus. Some people are tested more than once.

Between 3 May 2023 and 9 May 2023, there have been 78,258 tests. This shows a decrease of 7.2% compared to the previous 7 days.

Cases in England
A confirmed case is someone who has tested positive for coronavirus.

Between 30 April 2023 and 6 May 2023, 9,675 people had a confirmed positive test result. This shows a decrease of 6.8% compared to the previous 7 days.

Vaccinations
Vaccines are given in several doses.

people had been given a first dose by the end of .

people had been given a second dose by the end of .

people had been given a booster or third dose by the end of .

15,093,183 people had been given an autumn booster by the end of 10 May 2023.

Healthcare in England
Some people with coronavirus have to go into hospital.

Between 2 May 2023 and 8 May 2023, 3,002 went into hospital with coronavirus. This shows a decrease of 9.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

There were 4,207 patients in hospital with coronavirus on 10 May 2023.

Some people in the hospital need to use a special device called a mechanical ventilator to help them breathe.

There were 100 coronavirus patients in hospital beds with a mechanical ventilator on 10 May 2023.

Deaths in England
Between 8 April 2023 and 14 April 2023, there have been 417 deaths with COVID-19 on the death certificate. This shows a decrease of 13.5% compared to the previous 7 days.

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