Wuhan virus 2020 - Page 124

Onkel Neal · 03-25-20, 12:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Jimbuna

Russia's Putin postpones vote on constitutional change allowing him to stay in power, due to virus.

Newspaper: Bird lands on park bench. Putin gives himself another term.

Jimbuna · 03-25-20, 01:19 PM

New 15-minute home test kits for coronavirus will be made available to the British public within days, said a Public Health England (PHE) director.

Thousands of tests will be sold in chemists such as Boots or delivered by Amazon to people with symptoms who are self-isolating as soon as next week.

Professor Sharon Peacock, director of the national infection service at PHE, told MPs on the science and technology committee once the tests are cleared, they will be “distributed to the community”.

Matt Hancock, the health secretary, said the government bought millions of the tests on Tuesday and is ordering millions more.

The antibody test involves pricking a finger and analysing a drop of blood in a device that looks like a pregnancy test. It will only tell the person if they have had Covid-19, not if they currently have it.

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/u...-a9424741.html

mapuc · 03-25-20, 01:20 PM

Seems like the Danish government have read some of my post here on our forums and my comments among my friends on FB.

From a Danish news paper
(translated via google translate)

Start of translated Danish article

The government wants an urgent bill to tighten the penalties for crimes based on the corona epidemic.

This was announced by Justice Minister Nick Hekkerup during Wednesday's press briefing.

"We have recently seen emerging evidence that criminals are taking advantage of the vulnerable situation we are in. We have seen trick thefts and we have seen thefts from hospitals where handguns and other protective equipment have been stolen. Finally, we have received a number of allegations of fraud with a coronavirus background, ”says Justice Minister Nick Hekkerup.

The Government will therefore strengthen penalties for those who for example is stealing protective equipment or hand alcohol from hospitals or individuals who exploit corona fear like trick thefts. The theft of protective equipment has previously triggered a fine. It will now trigger a prison sentence.

In addition, with the emergency law, the government will raise the penalty by up to four times if a company, for example. cheats with the aid packages prepared by the Parliament, the Minister of Justice informed

"Punishment is also about to mark the societal rejection of actions. When we find that someone is abusing the situation to enrich themselves, we would like to highlight that we as a society are distancing ourselves from it, "Nick Hekkerup says to the question of whether stricter penalties will apply to criminals who exploit the corona- epidemic.

End of translated Danish article

Markus

u crank · 03-25-20, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Rockstar

I would like to add to the above public service announcement of useful tips for the potential treatment of COVID-19.

Chloroquine developed by pharmaceutical companies and prescribed by doctors: GOOD

Chloroquine you get at the pet store for fish: BAD

Don't be an idiot READ THE LABEL

Yea. I'm sorry, I don't mean to be cruel or make light of a sad situation, but I have a feeling that the poor couple probably lived as long as they did by sheer good fortune.

Fubar2Niner · 03-25-20, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Jimbuna

New 15-minute home test kits for coronavirus will be made available to the British public within days, said a Public Health England (PHE) director.

Thousands of tests will be sold in chemists such as Boots or delivered by Amazon to people with symptoms who are self-isolating as soon as next week.

Professor Sharon Peacock, director of the national infection service at PHE, told MPs on the science and technology committee once the tests are cleared, they will be “distributed to the community”.

Matt Hancock, the health secretary, said the government bought millions of the tests on Tuesday and is ordering millions more.

The antibody test involves pricking a finger and analysing a drop of blood in a device that looks like a pregnancy test. It will only tell the person if they have had Covid-19, not if they currently have it.

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/u...-a9424741.html

Sweet geezus, another stampede is predicted. We can't get paracetamol, how is this gonna work ????

Jimbuna · 03-25-20, 02:29 PM

The sting in the tail...

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It will only tell the person if they have had Covid-19, not if they currently have it

Fubar2Niner · 03-25-20, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Jimbuna

The sting in the tail...

Well that's helpful, Oooh I think I had death......... no your ok kid!

STEED · 03-25-20, 03:04 PM

^That will not mean a thing to these mindless fools guys, they will grab anything.

Rockstar · 03-25-20, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Jimbuna

The sting in the tail...

Considering the symptoms I had the other day, the test for antibodies is the one I'd like to take. If it showed positive I'm immune and I could get back to work. If not, I guess I'll just have to go for a walk, kayak, or play video games for a little while longer. To be honest I've faced worse I'm tempted to seek it out and get it over with so I can get on with life.

Catfish · 03-25-20, 03:53 PM

How secure is it that someone who overcame the infection is not contagious anymore?

I mean being immune still means carrying the virus, if subdued by the own immunosystem.

Rockstar · 03-25-20, 04:12 PM

From what I've heard under normal circumstance if you were once infected and are now 'cured'. You are not only immune but also no longer a walking contagion. However the question remains just how long your immunity would last.

Skybird · 03-25-20, 04:14 PM

There is an issue in antibody tests. The body needs around 10 days, roughly to form antibodies to Covid 19. If you do the test in this time, the result will be negative, while in fact you are positive. You then live in the belief of being healthy, and behave accordingly - while in fact you are infectous.

Think.

Fubar2Niner · 03-25-20, 04:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Skybird

There is an issue in antibody tests. The body needs around 10 days, roughly to form antibodies to Covid 19. If you do the test in this time, the result will be negative, while in fact you are positive. You then live in the belief of being healthy, and behave accordingly - while in fact you are infectous.

Think.

Interesting Sky.

Here we are hearing if you get the symptoms go ISO for 7 to 14 days depending. So based on what your saying we need at least 3 weeks to be sure, right?

Rockstar · 03-25-20, 04:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Skybird

There is an issue in antibody tests. The body needs around 10 days, roughly to form antibodies to Covid 19. If you do the test in this time, the result will be negative, while in fact you are positive. You then live in the belief of being healthy, and behave accordingly - while in fact you are infectous.

Think.

I was speaking for myself, not too long ago I went to the grocer. About 4-5 days later I got what think was a fever, then slight nasal congestion which moved to my upper chest area. When it moved down to the chest thats what began to freak me out. Breathing wasn't labored, dry cough and no trouble filling my lungs. But the upper chest and bronchi felt heavy, something wasn't right. Had that sensation for about two and half days and it just went away. That's my reason for wanting to take an anti-body test. The whole ordeal from grocer to end of weirdness was about 11 days

Just an FYI all my life people I know have marveled at my health. When others are sick out with the flu or cold I just breeze through with mild symptoms, if any, like nothing happened. < knocks on wood > Must be those Scandinavian genes

Fubar2Niner · 03-25-20, 04:56 PM

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Jimbuna Chief of the Boat Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: 250 metres below the surface Posts: 181,865 Downloads: 63 Uploads: 13	New 15-minute home test kits for coronavirus will be made available to the British public within days, said a Public Health England (PHE) director. Thousands of tests will be sold in chemists such as Boots or delivered by Amazon to people with symptoms who are self-isolating as soon as next week. Professor Sharon Peacock, director of the national infection service at PHE, told MPs on the science and technology committee once the tests are cleared, they will be “distributed to the community”. Matt Hancock, the health secretary, said the government bought millions of the tests on Tuesday and is ordering millions more. The antibody test involves pricking a finger and analysing a drop of blood in a device that looks like a pregnancy test. It will only tell the person if they have had Covid-19, not if they currently have it. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/u...-a9424741.html __________________ Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something. Oh my God, not again!! GWX3.0 Download Page - Donation/instant access to GWX (Help SubSim)

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STEED Lucky Jack Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Down Town UK Posts: 27,695 Downloads: 89 Uploads: 48	^That will not mean a thing to these mindless fools guys, they will grab anything. __________________ Dr Who rest in peace 1963-2017. To borrow Davros saying...I NAME YOU CHIBNALL THE DESTROYER OF DR WHO YOU KILLED IT!

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Catfish Dipped Squirrel Operative Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: ..where the ocean meets the sky Posts: 16,934 Downloads: 38 Uploads: 0	How secure is it that someone who overcame the infection is not contagious anymore? I mean being immune still means carrying the virus, if subdued by the own immunosystem. __________________ >^..^<*)))>{ All generalizations are wrong.

03-25-20, 04:12 PM	#1856
Rockstar Rear Admiral Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Zendia Bar & Grill Posts: 12,012 Downloads: 10 Uploads: 0	From what I've heard under normal circumstance if you were once infected and are now 'cured'. You are not only immune but also no longer a walking contagion. However the question remains just how long your immunity would last. __________________ Guardian of the honey and nuts Let's assume I'm right, it'll save time.

03-25-20, 04:14 PM	#1857
Skybird Soaring Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: the mental asylum named Germany Posts: 40,739 Downloads: 9 Uploads: 0	There is an issue in antibody tests. The body needs around 10 days, roughly to form antibodies to Covid 19. If you do the test in this time, the result will be negative, while in fact you are positive. You then live in the belief of being healthy, and behave accordingly - while in fact you are infectous. Think. __________________ If you feel nuts, consult an expert.

03-25-20, 01:20 PM	#1848
mapuc Fleet Admiral Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Denmark Posts: 18,276 Downloads: 37 Uploads: 0	Seems like the Danish government have read some of my post here on our forums and my comments among my friends on FB. From a Danish news paper (translated via google translate) Start of translated Danish article The government wants an urgent bill to tighten the penalties for crimes based on the corona epidemic. This was announced by Justice Minister Nick Hekkerup during Wednesday's press briefing. "We have recently seen emerging evidence that criminals are taking advantage of the vulnerable situation we are in. We have seen trick thefts and we have seen thefts from hospitals where handguns and other protective equipment have been stolen. Finally, we have received a number of allegations of fraud with a coronavirus background, ”says Justice Minister Nick Hekkerup. The Government will therefore strengthen penalties for those who for example is stealing protective equipment or hand alcohol from hospitals or individuals who exploit corona fear like trick thefts. The theft of protective equipment has previously triggered a fine. It will now trigger a prison sentence. In addition, with the emergency law, the government will raise the penalty by up to four times if a company, for example. cheats with the aid packages prepared by the Parliament, the Minister of Justice informed "Punishment is also about to mark the societal rejection of actions. When we find that someone is abusing the situation to enrich themselves, we would like to highlight that we as a society are distancing ourselves from it, "Nick Hekkerup says to the question of whether stricter penalties will apply to criminals who exploit the corona- epidemic. End of translated Danish article Markus

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