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Corona Virus: How Are We Doing?
- Thread starter Smokin Joe
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My beloved had an infection, was admitted (somewhat unexpectedly) by the relevant clinic for intravenous anti-biotics to zap it, now home after two days. She was tested for corona and found negative, which was a relief but not unexpected. The hospital was like Fort Knox and only patients could get beyond reception.
She also needs the anti-malaria drug touted by Trump, and on getting her latest prescription yesterday I was relieved to find that the apothecary (pharmacy!) told me that when obtaining this the manufacturers want evidence that this is for a legitimate patient needing it, they will not allow anyone to stockpile it, presumably to attempt to see if it works on corona patients. I'm glad they've got the savvy to safeguard the supply.
She also needs the anti-malaria drug touted by Trump, and on getting her latest prescription yesterday I was relieved to find that the apothecary (pharmacy!) told me that when obtaining this the manufacturers want evidence that this is for a legitimate patient needing it, they will not allow anyone to stockpile it, presumably to attempt to see if it works on corona patients. I'm glad they've got the savvy to safeguard the supply.
Levo-Lon
Guru
I had to shout at a persistent rule breaker visitor yesterday.
Lady is an old neighbor of one resident.
She does a bit of shopping for him which is nice.
Trouble is she keeps going to his apartment door, ground floor and not main entrance.
Hands over shopping and money exchange ect..ffs
She was told by the manager to follow the guidelines ,main entrance, call care staff ,do not interact with the residents...
So Friday she's at the main entrance, resident has met her!! Another resident is sat there.
Foot apart all chatting.
So she got the full grumpy English
I was very firm and told her off properly.
She was visibly shocked ,but as I said " you behaviour is threatening the lives of everyone here" it's also the law.
My manager is a Indian gentlemen and a very polite calm man.
His office is by the entrance in full ear shot..
He said to me ,maybe that firmer warning will get through
I replied with don't hold your breath...
Lady is an old neighbor of one resident.
She does a bit of shopping for him which is nice.
Trouble is she keeps going to his apartment door, ground floor and not main entrance.
Hands over shopping and money exchange ect..ffs
She was told by the manager to follow the guidelines ,main entrance, call care staff ,do not interact with the residents...
So Friday she's at the main entrance, resident has met her!! Another resident is sat there.
Foot apart all chatting.
So she got the full grumpy English
I was very firm and told her off properly.
She was visibly shocked ,but as I said " you behaviour is threatening the lives of everyone here" it's also the law.
My manager is a Indian gentlemen and a very polite calm man.
His office is by the entrance in full ear shot..
He said to me ,maybe that firmer warning will get through
I replied with don't hold your breath...
Mrs M
Guru
- Location
- Aberdeenshire
Small team left on one floor of our office.
We’ve all really gelled since this happened.
Support each other throughout the day, get the chocolate in, have a wee laugh and a sing song on occasion, maybe a wee dance There’s some movers here, lol 
Most importantly we’re getting a lot work done and helping people.
We’ve all stepped up and got on with it.
Think the dynamics will change when this is over and the others return.
We’ve all really gelled since this happened.
Support each other throughout the day, get the chocolate in, have a wee laugh and a sing song on occasion, maybe a wee dance
There’s some movers here, lol Most importantly we’re getting a lot work done and helping people.
We’ve all stepped up and got on with it.
Think the dynamics will change when this is over and the others return.
Fine.
Pale Rider
Legendary Member
The guy has been in intensive care which itself can take weeks to get over, let alone recovery from the virus, the timing of which is still being researched.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-52301633
Joey Shabadoo
My pronouns are "He", "Him" and "buggerlugs"
No-oooooo. Cyclechat needs it's pantomime villain back.
Landsurfer
Veteran
I had to shout at a persistent rule breaker visitor yesterday.
Lady is an old neighbor of one resident.
She does a bit of shopping for him which is nice.
Trouble is she keeps going to his apartment door, ground floor and not main entrance.
Hands over shopping and money exchange ect..ffs
She was told by the manager to follow the guidelines ,main entrance, call care staff ,do not interact with the residents...
So Friday she's at the main entrance, resident has met her!! Another resident is sat there.
Foot apart all chatting.
So she got the full grumpy English
I was very firm and told her off properly.
She was visibly shocked ,but as I said " you behaviour is threatening the lives of everyone here" it's also the law.
My manager is a Indian gentlemen and a very polite calm man.
His office is by the entrance in full ear shot..
He said to me ,maybe that firmer warning will get through
I replied with don't hold your breath...
I take it you reported her to the Stasi hot line like a good citizen .......
- Location
- Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Just received some good news. The test result has come back and it's negative. L is back to work on her next scheduled shift.
Worry over........ for the moment.
Worry over........ for the moment.
Stephenite
Membå
- Location
- OslO
The flat earthers society fear social distancing could push people over the edge!
Rocky
Hello decadence
That is good news. I hope she stays safe and healthy. It takes courage to go back. Please thank her for us.
pawl
Legendary Member
- Location
- Desford Leicestershire
I think it is not easy to compare the lockdown with WWW2. Yes moaning mine would go off when an air raid was imminent We all had blackout curtrains at the windows.Power cuts were quite frequent due to the service’s under pressure.
I was four when the war ended and rationing was to remain in force after hostilities ceased.
I can’t say I was as four year old or at five or six being aware of the shortages Things that children take for granted sweets ice cream any thing that required rationed ingredients were none existent I suppose it was what I had I never missed
My dad had an allotment so fresh veg was never in short supply.Any thing that could be pickled preserved or bottled was.Runner beans we’re salted and stored in KilnaJars
Shops generally were open as were cinemas parks and pubs My parents were able to take me to the park or other open spaces
I’m not suggesting it was an easy time and I am remembering as four year old.
The enemy was a very visible one and it was known who the enemy was it was visible this one is not.
My feeing is that the current restrictions are more restrictive than back then.
Julia9054
Guru
- Location
- Knaresborough
View: https://www.facebook.com/100000434702738/posts/3327561443934980/
My eldest on trumpet. These guys were in the middle of a UK tour when lockdown all happened. He’s now working as a carer instead.
^^^ I liked that @Julia9054.
