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CHRISTMAS

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I would like your thoughts with regards CHRISTMAS REGULATIONS AND CORONA VIRUS SAFETY.

For my own safety me and my wife will be staying at home in SAFETY.

Firstly if I was to get Corona Virus Pressure would be added to the NHS. and the safety of all staff involved.

Why not reschedule celebrations until at least the virus has calmed down thus allowing shops etc to start and get their business running on a firmer footing. This would also reduce the strain on the NHS.

NHS staff on the ground floor are sure that the Virus will once again raise its ugly head and being allowed to regenerate itself, which no body requires.

People like myself who has had close contact as a patient and observed people suffering with this terrible virus would not have to think twice about keeping safely away from the dreaded killer.

Those with serious illness could possibly die from the illness.

FINALLY

DO NOT LET ONE DAY OF OUR LIFE ENDANGER THE WHOLE WORLD FOR THE REST OF OUR LIVES

A MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL A COVID FREE 2021

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Emzcat414 years ago

You are asking for thoughts here initially - but then it sounds a bit like you are strongly pushing your views across instead?

I’m not sure if you are asking for a healthy respectful debate/conversation or just wanting to vent a bit?

4 years ago

It does say at the start about YOUR THOUGHTS AND I added what I feel and what I have found out from other severe asthmatics.

Emzcat41• in reply to4 years ago

Yes but you come across quite aggressive and strongly - if you want to open a chat/debate about it it’s probably best to write it in a more diplomatic way. Shouting (which is what capitals represent) is quite intimidating. This may not have been your intention at all but if you’re read your post it’s quite strong. I hope you understand what I mean .

• in reply toEmzcat414 years ago

I understand perfectly what people are saying but as an individual who has just spent 2 weeks locked in a room as small as a prison cell makes you very aware of what is going on at the moment and what the outcome is going to be. I am not a person who is looking for an argument, or any sort of dispute. it is just that my own views are very strong and i have come across in rather abrupt way.

Griffon4 years ago

The information available indicates that controlled asthma does not place any increased risk to the outcome from corona virus infection of a sufferer . In fact there is evidence that asthma medication is beneficial if a patient contracts this virus . The whole corona virus pandemic has really been blown up out of all proportion and in reality the virus is no more deadly than flu . Certainly I shall not give it a thought over Christmas , or any other time for that matter , as I have a busy and full life to live !

madonbrew• in reply toGriffon4 years ago

Hmm, my sister was working in intensive care covid ward throughout the pandemic and saw more than enough people who are not simply a statistic die...people’s mums, dads, brothers, sisters....who were young, old, with and without existing health problems. Personally I don’t want to be the one lying on my front face down all day, being turned by a team of 12 people to try keep me alive.

It’s just my personal view.

Bevvy• in reply toGriffon4 years ago

I’m sorry but I haven’t shielded off and on since March for something “blown out of proportion “. Yes I agree flu can be serious and does kill people each year. But nothing like the numbers of people who have died due to COVID.It is people like you who feel you have every right to live your life to the full is why we have lockdowns.

I haven’t seen my father for nearly a year now. And despite talking on the phone every day. I can’t wait to see him. If people had been more sensible then I could have seen him months ago.

Be grateful you are not CEV and try to consider those of us who are.

Duckface• in reply toGriffon4 years ago

Griffon I am a CEV hospital worker who has spent the year going in and out of shielding. Last Lockdown my GP described me anti depressants due to the stress I went back to work yesterday. If people actually stuck to the advice and practiced social distancing etc the circulating cases would be lowered. I am glad your asthma is well controlled but please do think of the CEV people in this group many of which have more than 1 underlying medical condition . This Christmas I will be at home with just my husband to protect myself and my elderly relatives from me ! I do understand if people wish to spend time with their family especially if they live alone but just hope they carefully follow the guidelines.

Fingers crossed the vaccine is rolled out quickly so we all can live a busy and full life . ( I'm not looking forward to mid January peak )

Stay safe all .

Griffon• in reply toDuckface4 years ago

Hi Duckface , I'm think that at 68 year old male with asthma , HIV and Hep. B I'm in a vulnerable group . I'm pretty certain that I've already had Corona in so much that my nurse neighbour tested positive at the when we were both ill at the same time . It was no worse than flu .

A fact of life is that we are all going to die at some point , it is really just a matter of attitude whether you enjoy the time you are given or not !

4 years ago

I Hope you are right?

TeachKat4 years ago

Hi - I strongly believe that it is up to everyone to decide for themselves, within the regulations, but I am staying at home with just my husband this Christmas. Partly because I am CEV and my husband is over seventy and my doctor strongly advised me not to mix more than necessary, but also to allow my children to get together, as otherwise there would be more than three households. It’s a bit sad, but I am planning a big get together next Spring or Summer to make up for it. Everyone will have their own reasons for what they decide - just hoping that everyone has the best time and stays well!

Claire_ALUKPartnerALUKAsthma Nurse4 years ago

Hi, this is taken from our website:

What should I do over Christmas?

All 4 nations have agreed to relax social restrictions over the Christmas period, from 23 – 27 December. During this time, up to 3 households from any region across the UK can form an exclusive ‘Christmas bubble’. You can read more about the guidance between 23 – 27 December on the government website. In some nations, there are rules about the amount of people who can be in a bubble. In Scotland, a Christmas bubble can only have 8 adults (people over the age of 11).

When you’re planning Christmas, it’s important to still take personal responsibility to reduce the spread of the virus. This is especially important for those who are clinically extremely vulnerable.

Forming a Christmas bubble is a personal decision. Try to weigh up the benefits of forming a Christmas bubble against the likelihood of catching the virus. If you do decide to form a Christmas bubble, you should encourage the other people within your bubble to be mindful of your increased risk and to be extra vigilant in the days before you get together.

It’s OK to ask questions and to say no

It’s reasonable to ask ahead about arrangements, to help your decision. You might want to ask:

How many people will be there? Will it be possible to stay 2 metres away from people I don’t normally live with?

How big is the space? Will it be possible to keep it well ventilated?

What are the bathroom arrangements? Will door handles and surfaces be cleaned regularly?

You might also want to think about seating arrangements, to make sure you are sat near to people you normally live with.

And remember, if you don’t feel comfortable forming a Christmas bubble, don’t feel pressured to.

Eastend5554 years ago

Yeah this is really down to people and people in general are greedy and grabbing This vaccine they have the idiots will be fighting over it everone knows that

Yesterday over 500 people died in this country.

Is this the right way i really dont think it is

Crowds are back so its got to go up.

Stay safe if you can

Poobah4 years ago

I get what you're saying Hidden. I usually travel to family outside the UK for Christmas but that's off. So my family nearby were assuming I would spend Christmas with them, but they're already 4 households getting together on the 25th so I've explained why I'm not joining them and they understand. We've had 4 cases of covid in the family and so we're all aware of the misery it brings and the impact on the NHS. It hasn't been a difficult decision, just a practical one. It's definitely a time to take stock of what Christmas means and what's really important to us. For once, not getting swept up in all the commercialism and pressure will be fantastic. But I know a younger me would have been disappointed, so I realise that shielding through Christmas is more of a challenge for some, especially after 9 months of various forms of shielding.

Whatever we decide to do for Christmas, I hope everyone has a happy time and keeps well. 🤗