Corona Virus # 3

[Molalla1]

Was at Wallyworld today and saw 2 gals with masks on. Looked kind of stupid, ordinary particle masks that do nothing to protect anything except to contain you own bad breath... Must have been a fashion statement....lol

. . . :laughing: I have not been around the pubic lately. I was today at a doctor office in a town kind of close to me (22 miles). Saw 1 person with a mask on and it was one of the staff.

 

[Big Barn]

I didn't get that close. I'm very careful about walking through anyone's atomized exhaust....lol Always have been, why I don't do flu shots and never get sick.

Today, people in general have no respect for others anyway. It's the 'me too' attitude.

I interpret this scenario exactly the opposite.

The two gals may well have been aware no self protection was afforded by wearing a mask but they were actually being respectful of not spreading germs to others.

 

[Steppenwolfe]

I interpret this scenario exactly the opposite.

The two gals may well have been aware no self protection was afforded by wearing a mask but they were actually being respectful of not spreading germs to others.

:thumbsup: We have a winner...

 

[5030]

. . . :laughing: I have not been around the pubic lately. I was today at a doctor office in a town kind of close to me (22 miles). Saw 1 person with a mask on and it was one of the staff.

I frequent the hospital quite often, at least every 30 days, I'm a survivor of cancer so they watch me like a hawk and I have to have my 'port' flushed with anti coagulant every 30 days anyway. Everyone in the infusion lab wears a mask, I don't pay much attention

Was there twice in the last 2 weeks and no one (other than staff) was 'masked up'. My take on it is, if your level of cleanness is good enough, you don't need no mask.... and candidly, they do look stupid.

 

[5030]

:thumbsup: We have a winner...

I don't think so. But you can think whatever you want to. it's your parade, enjoy it.

 

[Big Barn]

I have personally seen dead people.

Makes looking stupid a viable option.

 

[ovrszd]

I have personally seen dead people.

Makes looking stupid a viable option.

Yep.

I would never ridicule someone for wearing a mask. As mentioned, they might be trying to protect me.

 

[Molalla1]

I frequent the hospital quite often, at least every 30 days, I'm a survivor of cancer so they watch me like a hawk and I have to have my 'port' flushed with anti coagulant every 30 days anyway. Everyone in the infusion lab wears a mask, I don't pay much attention

Was there twice in the last 2 weeks and no one (other than staff) was 'masked up'. My take on it is, if your level of cleanness is good enough, you don't need no mask.... and candidly, they do look stupid.

Yes they do . . .

 

[txdon]

There are now three in the Houston area, 2 in Harris county and the one in FortBend county - all travelers, no deaths.

Got an e-mail from the Government today that medicare part B covers the test to see if you have Coronavirus:

"You've likely heard about the Coronavirus (officially called "2019-Novel Coronavirus" or "COVID-19") in the news. While there isn't a vaccine yet and the immediate health risk remains low, Medicare is still here to help.

Your Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers a test to see if you have Coronavirus. This test is covered when your doctor or a health care provider orders it, if you get the test on or after February 4, 2020. You usually pay nothing for Medicare-covered clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.

To prevent the spread of this illness or other illnesses, including the flu:

Wash your hands often with soap and water,
Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze,
Stay home when you're sick, and
See your doctor if you think you're ill.
Visit The Centers for Disease Control website for information on the Coronavirus."

 

[Molalla1]

There are now three in the Houston area, 2 in Harris county and the one in FortBend county - all travelers.

Got an e-mail from the Government today that medicare part B covers the test to see if you have Coronavirus:

"You've likely heard about the Coronavirus (officially called "2019-Novel Coronavirus" or "COVID-19") in the news. While there isn't a vaccine yet and the immediate health risk remains low, Medicare is still here to help.

Your Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) covers a test to see if you have Coronavirus. This test is covered when your doctor or a health care provider orders it, if you get the test on or after February 4, 2020. You usually pay nothing for Medicare-covered clinical diagnostic laboratory tests.

To prevent the spread of this illness or other illnesses, including the flu:

Wash your hands often with soap and water,
Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze,
Stay home when you're sick, and
See your doctor if you think you're ill.
Visit The Centers for Disease Control website for information on the Coronavirus."

In WA state there are I believe 12 deaths . . .

 

[Steppenwolfe]

I have personally seen dead people.

Makes looking stupid a viable option.

Exactly...

 

[Molalla1]

I frequent the hospital quite often, at least every 30 days, I'm a survivor of cancer so they watch me like a hawk and I have to have my 'port' flushed with anti coagulant every 30 days anyway. Everyone in the infusion lab wears a mask, I don't pay much attention

Was there twice in the last 2 weeks and no one (other than staff) was 'masked up'. My take on it is, if your level of cleanness is good enough, you don't need no mask.... and candidly, they do look stupid.

Keep on truckin my friend . . . :drink:

 

[Wagtail]

In response to the panic TP buying by a lot of twits in Big Smokes, the NT News (Northern Territory) has published an 8-page lift out!

Toilet Paper shortage: NT News providing blank paper

:laughing:

 

[MossRoad]

In response to the panic TP buying by a lot of twits in Big Smokes, the NT News (Northern Territory) has published an 8-page lift out!

Toilet Paper shortage: NT News providing blank paper

:laughing:

I worked at a newspaper for 30 years and that's too funny! :laughing:

 

[dragoneggs]

I interpret this scenario exactly the opposite.

The two gals may well have been aware no self protection was afforded by wearing a mask but they were actually being respectful of not spreading germs to others.

:thumbsup: We have a winner...

I don't think so. But you can think whatever you want to. it's your parade, enjoy it.

Masks have been popular for a long time in Asia as a courtesy to others when one is 'under the weather'. Eastern culture is far more about caring more about others than yourself. I believe the CDC echo'd this as wearing a mask helps prevent spreading a virus... not so much preventing one from contracting.

 

[dragoneggs]

I was at ground zero today... Kirkland/Woodinville Washington. Had a business meeting and then ventured over for some wine tasting. Got the current vibe at a Starbucks and a couple of wineries. Definitely on everyone's minds and discussion seems to keep coming back to the virus. Lots of overt sanitation going on at the counters and bathrooms. Signs all over recommending 'healthy' practices. People's mood/spirits are high but concerns over the effect to the local economy are very real. Business and traffic is noticeably down. I hope this turns around soon.

 

[Big Barn]

People's mood/spirits are high but concerns over the effect to the local economy are very real. Business and traffic is noticeably down. I hope this turns around soon.

Same here as our tourism relies a lot on the cruise ship industry.

 

[Big Barn]

We should not forget that good mental health is equally important to a good immune system for fighting viruses.

Try to take time from your day to disconnect, reflect and relax. You may even consider a cruise ship vacation as apparently deals abound currently.

 

[ruffdog]

We should not forget that good mental health is equally important to a good immune system for fighting viruses.

Try to take time from your day to disconnect, reflect and relax. You may even consider a cruise ship vacation as apparently deals abound currently.

I heard on TV that trips to Italy are down 70%......sounds like a DEAL to me!

Sometimes even the cruise lines will extend the trips for no charge as they sit in port for weeks.

 

[Big Barn]

I heard on TV that trips to Italy are down 70%......sounds like a DEAL to me!

Sometimes even the cruise lines will extend the trips for no charge as they sit in port for weeks.

I’ve heard the same. Killer deals are available.