DJ360 6,730 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 23 minutes ago, Brew said: Statistically the chance of contracting Covid-19 are very small, at a guess I'd say about the same as having a win on the lottery... And the same factors apply. You have no chance of winning if you don't buy a ticket.. minimal chance of winning if you do. Similarly, you have a minimal BUT INCREASING chance of catching this virus because cases are now increasing exponentially. So I'll stick with my precautions. And finally.. referencing statistics, my old psychology lecturer once stated: "You may well have only a 0.0000000001% chance of dying in an aircrash.. However.. if you do die in an aircrash.. you are 100% dead. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stuart.C 491 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 6 weeks ago I went to the QMC for a consultation re hearing loss, no unusual control measures in place at the entrance or clinic. 3 weeks ago and 2 weeks ago I went to the Ropewalk for a hearing aid assessment and fitting, no unusual control measures in place at the entrance or clinic. I'm off to the QMC in a couple of hours for a scan, I'll report back on any unusual control measures in place. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
philmayfield 6,134 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 I’ve survived an air-crash, a car-crash, been threatened with a knife and survived a very nasty gale in Falmouth Bay! Fingers crossed! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brew 5,417 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 I would advise you to carry on exactly as you are doing Col if it helps you. I simply think you were wrong to call people selfish based on a snippet of conversation you were not in all probability part of. They could be totally OCD about it for all we know and were simply stating there was nothing more they could do.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nonnaB 4,895 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 Today since yesterday afternoon almost 600 new cases of CV. That's how fast it's traveling. Cruise blocked in Naples another blocked in Thailand, precautions are taking place. Wonder if you get the same updates as we do. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beekay 5,143 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 Hi Nonna, just to lighten your day with a bit of nonsense trivia. I saw an advert on tv last night, (can't remember which channel) advertising "Goodfellas Pizza". The sign over the shop said "Nonnas Pizza". It was supposed to be in Italy, but the ad ended with 'made in Ireland'. Not your shop is it ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nonnaB 4,895 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 No.we haven't got a shop. But suppose they do have Italian family . Nonna means grandma.( but you probably knew) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TBI 2,351 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 1 hour ago, DJ360 said: They are hairdressers. They work in very close proximity to each other and to their customers. I assume that tyheir training involves at least basic hygeine. They also blow stuff all over the place with dryers etc. I'd have thought they would at least ackowledge that basic hygeine might help. Close proximity of people, hairdressers or not, is the crucial factor. If you're out and about in contact with people you're at risk. Natural air currents, air-conditioning etc blow about what's constantly being coughed and sneezed. What's the difference? Remember containment of whole cities in a repressive state have not stopped the spread. The containment of the passengers on the Japanese cruise ship did not seem to be effective. If everyone single person in the world religiously washed their hands constantly, this would have some statistical but little practical effect as that is not the principal cause of spread. Personally, I too believe unilaterally doing our best to safeguard ourselves, our family and the world at large makes sense. However, I would fully understand why so many folk don't see the point and carry on as normal. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
loppylugs 8,429 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 2 hours ago, nonnaB said: No.we haven't got a shop. But suppose they do have Italian family . Nonna means grandma.( but you probably knew) The day is not wasted. I just learned something new. I did not know that, Nonna. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stuart.C 491 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 Well I'm back. No additional or unusual measures at Queens Medical Centre, just the usual hand sanitiser in each department. No questionaire on recent travel, no prompting to use sanitiser, only myself and 1 other used it in my presence. No obvious avoidance moves by staff, no-one internally with masks, I did see a few Chinesse looking students outside with them on, but would have expected to see some anyway. Business as usual. And I was out an hour before my appointment time. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
radfordred 6,284 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 I will soon be off down the sell out 30,000 City Ground for tonight's match you want to see the men's toilet at half time, 6000 trying to use a metal trough, 3 sinks with cold water, no soap, no towels. I've just delivered to 1800 houses, now go wash your mail 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
nonnaB 4,895 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 On the news from yesterday to simplify the importance of this virus as regards common sense. An elderly couple in their 80's were diagnosed with CV and are in a critical condition. On March 1st they went to visit their son who lives in Lodi. ( one of the epicenters) The hospital has only just been informed because the couple forgot to tell them. Now the hospital has had to test all the patients ( well or otherwise) . and to inform everyone else they've been in contact with. We may seem to be over reacting but when you hear these things it's irresponsible. On checking UK's situation it doesn't seem to be well informed as regards contamination especially in hospitals. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DJ360 6,730 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 8 hours ago, Brew said: I would advise you to carry on exactly as you are doing Col if it helps you. I simply think you were wrong to call people selfish based on a snippet of conversation you were not in all probability part of. They could be totally OCD about it for all we know and were simply stating there was nothing more they could do.. Sorry Brew but you misread me. It was conversation that I had with the three staff there. And yes, I will continue to take what precautions I can, although that all rather went out of the window earlier today when I kept a long arranged appointment to meet some family who were 'up' from Chichester visiting. So, several of Mrs Col's cousins, with kids and partners in tow, plus her sister and brother in law. Lots of hand shaking and hugs all around... About 20 of us I think. My first move on arrival home was to thoroughly clean my hands. Not so much from traces of 'family', as from stair rails etc. Meanwhile... Presenting the DJ360 Patent Copper Anti-Slug Plant Protector Ring Simply but ingeniously manufactured by using tinsnips to open up a length of 15mm copper pipe, flattening it then curling into a ring which is able to be opened or closed by virtue of simple 'opposed slots' cut near the ends. If copper does indeed work, this should work. and I can then think about making a neater, more refined version. Also, am wondering if I can get a constant low voltage/potential by connecting the copper ring to one or more zinc nails, also sunk into damp soil. My basic O level electro-chemistry stuff is a bit rusty, but if that works it should be even more discouraging to slugs. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Brew 5,417 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 So is it true slugs keep away from copper? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DJ360 6,730 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 I believe they find the electro chemical reaction between their slime and the copper somewhat uncomfortable. I find the same if I touch raw copper onto my tongue We shall see as my two remaining Delphiniums are just emerging and already showing some slug damage despite lowish temperatures. I'll need to have a look out in the evenings to make sure that no slugs are trapped inside the rings... then see what happens. Last year I was out every evening on slug patrol and it took me weeks to find the worst culprit which was the biggest sodding slug I've ever seen. I adapted it to make two shorter ones, but not before it had killed off a new Delphinium. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stavertongirl 1,719 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 Been told this evening first case of the virus confirmed in Nottingham. Apparently someone who has just come back from South Korea, the family has been asked to self isolate. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LizzieM 9,507 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 We’ve had a long, tiring and somewhat emotional day today. We went down to Sussex, a 360 mile round trip, to attend the funeral of a very dear friend who was also my husband’s best man at our wedding 45 years ago. He was such a great bloke, clever, fun-loving, always up for a laugh, and the best friend one could ever wish for. There were well over a hundred mourners in the church, many of whom we hadn’t seen for many years so it was very much a social occasion for us too. A lot of kissing, hand shaking and hugs and not a thought of CV until I arrive home and turn on Nottstalgia! To be honest I’m fed up with hearing about it ...... the Chief Medical Officer and Govt Ministers keep saying there’s no reason to panic ....... so why is it dominating the news? If I’ve caught the dreaded virus today due to mixing closely with all those people you’ll be the first to know, in the meantime I’ll keep taking Vitamin C. 5 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beekay 5,143 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 Whereabouts in Sussex did you come down to Lizzie? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LizzieM 9,507 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 Church service at Storrington BK then the wake was in Southwater. Is it near you? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Beekay 5,143 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 Not too far. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
radfordred 6,284 Posted March 6, 2020 Report Share Posted March 6, 2020 Met up with my normal gang of reprobates before & after the Forest match, they all agree this corona malarkey is a load of bollocks, lets catch it & get it over & done with, also proud white English brexiters so we must be right? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DJ360 6,730 Posted March 7, 2020 Report Share Posted March 7, 2020 Good to know the Forest Medics have everything under control.. I feel so much better now...... ? ! ? ! OTOH and IMHO, AFAICS neither 'English' nor 'Brexiter' are proven antivirals. Proud and white aren't doing too well either.. See 'Italy'. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mary1947 2,079 Posted March 7, 2020 Report Share Posted March 7, 2020 19 hours ago, DJ360 said: They are hairdressers. They work in very close proximity to each other and to their customers. I assume that tyheir training involves at least basic hygeine. They also blow stuff all over the place with dryers etc. I'd have thought they would at least ackowledge that basic hygeine might help. Do you have a problem with hairdresser's? they do quite a lot of training in hygeine and H/S . If you wish to on the chair that is full of hair "then do" they will use the dryer to get rid of the hair before sweeping up. I see from you comments you go to a little sweaty betty's how qualified are they in ladies and gents styling, On the other hand for how many times you visit the salon your money will not pay for a towel to be washed so yes get your own clippers, Oh by the way "Wahi" are a German make hope you have not got a problem with them also. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Oztalgian 3,292 Posted March 7, 2020 Report Share Posted March 7, 2020 Wahl are an American company with headquarters based in Sterling Illinois Wahl acquired a German company that manufactured similar products in 1996 The company I worked for supplied tooling to them from Oz for use in their plants in the USA 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PeverilPeril 3,281 Posted March 7, 2020 Report Share Posted March 7, 2020 Over 70 banned form football matches! What next? I wonder if us over 80's will be banned from the pub? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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