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Originally posted by jbravado View PostI am trying to ignore the part of me that thinks new cases may be staggered in release to prevent widespread panic and subsequent social unrest, or more realistically an overwhelming influx to the hospitals.
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Originally posted by Emmet View PostWhat tangible difference does knowing the test result make? Whether its Covid19 or not, the above plays true. Anxiousness around the virus is going to do a lot of damage too imo. Just chill as much as you can.
My rational mind knows this is isn't exactly..well rational.
But the little headcase in my mind doesnt shut up easily.People say I should be more humble I hope they understand, they don't listen when you mumble
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Originally posted by jbravado View PostI tested Sunday and still have not recieved a result. Have tried calling up the number and am told it can four to five working days.
There was a piece on the news tonight showing the national virology lab working flat out way above their max capacity. Mention of 30K new kits coming in tomorrow I presume they are looking at other options for using other labs to increase capacity.
All these issues about testing, safety clothes and capacity within hospitals are bad now but are going to be a hell of a lot worse in a fortnights time. And if we don't manage to flatten the curve it will be catastrophic.Turning millions into thousands
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Originally posted by Elshambles View PostAbout to go into isolation for 14 days
Fill in the blanks:
Films
Shows
Online courses worth a look (very vague that one)
How's poker looking this weather?
Poker sites?
Any other business...
Cheers
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Contactless payment level increased to €50 https://www.independent.ie/business/...-39057120.html
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While this self imposed isolation isn't a hugh change in my lifestyle, it is surprisingly difficult. Had no idea that I'd miss those tiny interactions you have with people in shops. Still trying to go for a decent walk everyday, though keeping a safe distance from people is hard. Particulary idiots are the jogging fraternity who seem to think it ok to brush against you at a pace. Just yesterday a complete stranger jogged so close, she was close to needing to take a pregnancy test. Yeah, haven't been this horny since my early teens.Last edited by ComradeCollie; 19-03-20, 06:32.Gone full 'Glinner' since June 2022.
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Originally posted by Strewelpeter View PostI'd expect if there are any prioritising going on it will be for healthcare workers who need to be either cleared for work or isolated urgently.
There was a piece on the news tonight showing the national virology lab working flat out way above their max capacity. Mention of 30K new kits coming in tomorrow I presume they are looking at other options for using other labs to increase capacity.
All these issues about testing, safety clothes and capacity within hospitals are bad now but are going to be a hell of a lot worse in a fortnights time. And if we don't manage to flatten the curve it will be catastrophic.
FWIW, 30k kits may not sound like a lot to people but again we need to think rationally about what that means.
If we test 30k people using these kits over the coming 2 weeks, we will have tested the same number as South Korea as a proportion of the population.
If we can get remotely close to them in terms of results time then this will be a massive improvement.
I can understand the anxiety of JB & DP but as slow as things appear to date, the next few days should see a massive improvement.
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Originally posted by coillcam View Post@Shrapnel - any luck in getting your a/c reset with Stars support or finding someone here who can help?
Not getting any password reset emails so I'm guessing their networks completely maxed out. Hopefully I get sorted to play the home game tomorrow.
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Originally posted by premierstone View PostIf he came home from Cheltenham fucked and showing symptoms, then he already had the virus before he went to Cheltenham, no?
Originally posted by Skankhunt42 View PostContactless payment level increased to €50 https://www.independent.ie/business/...-39057120.html
Has always been $100 here. I barely carry cash these days.
Irish cases (366) now higher than NSW cases (307).
Although Oz total is 636.
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Originally posted by Mellor View Post
Irish cases (366) now higher than NSW cases (307).
Although Oz total is 636.
I've read that the virus is structured in a manner similar to that of influenza.
Both have a viral envelope which research shows is more susceptible to changes in weather, it impacts it's ability to transmit in dry weather and extreme heat. Humidity above and below certain percentages can play a part too.
Generally in the Northern Hemisphere, peak flu season should be coming to an end around now so hopefully it has some impact on slowing the virus.
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Originally posted by Murdrum View PostIt'll be interesting to see if Oz gets an uptick as it moves into its colder season.
I'm not saying censor yourself, but maybe start a seperate thread for detailed scientific discussion, and try to keep here for less detailed stuff.Gone full 'Glinner' since June 2022.
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Originally posted by Skankhunt42 View PostAnyone have any theory on who or how Trumps mind was changed on the situation? I've watched too many movies, but I can't help imagining some of his generals threatening him ( or more likely Ivanka) with execution.
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Originally posted by ComradeCollie View PostMurdrum, I know you are only presenting the information in a sober and calm manner. I generally enjoy them and the discussion of possible future outcomes. I just think most of us are going to be an emotional mess. I am already and I don't think of myself as having much empathy.
I'm not saying censor yourself, but maybe start a seperate thread for detailed scientific discussion, and try to keep here for less detailed stuff."We are not Europeans. Those people on the continent are freaks."
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Originally posted by ComradeCollie View PostMurdrum, I know you are only presenting the information in a sober and calm manner. I generally enjoy them and the discussion of possible future outcomes. I just think most of us are going to be an emotional mess. I am already and I don't think of myself as having much empathy.
I'm not saying censor yourself, but maybe start a seperate thread for detailed scientific discussion, and try to keep here for less detailed stuff.
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Originally posted by ComradeCollie View PostMurdrum, I know you are only presenting the information in a sober and calm manner. I generally enjoy them and the discussion of possible future outcomes. I just think most of us are going to be an emotional mess. I am already and I don't think of myself as having much empathy.
I'm not saying censor yourself, but maybe start a seperate thread for detailed scientific discussion, and try to keep here for less detailed stuff.
The last thing I want to do is cause any additional anxiety. If you prefer to keep it a little more "human interest" for want of a better term, then that's no problem.
As Emmet described himself as a "total spectrumhead rationalist", I'm attempting a similar approach as the general sentiment is overwhelmingly in the opposing direction.
That said, I do think you lose some of your empathy when you take this approach so possibly something I should be vigilant of moving forward.
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Originally posted by ComradeCollie View PostWhile this self imposed isolation isn't a hugh change in my lifestyle, it is surprisingly difficult. Had no idea that I'd miss those tiny interactions you have with people in shops. Still trying to go for a decent walk everyday, though keeping a safe distance from people is hard. Particulary idiots are the jogging fraternity who seem to think it ok to brush against you at a pace. Just yesterday a complete stranger jogged so close, she was close to needing to take a pregnancy test. Yeah, haven't been this horny since my early teens.This too shall pass.
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Originally posted by Murdrum View PostHey CC, that's perfectly fine, I completely understand where you're coming from, I won't mention anything of that sort in the future on the BBV.
Just because CC wants less detailed scientific discussion doesn't mean the rest of us do. Don't take responsibility for someone else's anxiety.
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Must say I’m not finding this whole thing too bad so far
Finally all those weeks grimming it in an empty apartment with no money and almost no food after spunking the wages on the steel wheel are standing to me
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Originally posted by ComradeCollie View PostMurdrum, I know you are only presenting the information in a sober and calm manner. I generally enjoy them and the discussion of possible future outcomes. I just think most of us are going to be an emotional mess. I am already and I don't think of myself as having much empathy.
I'm not saying censor yourself, but maybe start a seperate thread for detailed scientific discussion, and try to keep here for less detailed stuff.No beast so fierce but knows some touch of pity, but I know none, therefore am no beast.
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Originally posted by oleras View PostHave you asked cardiologist or GP if you are in a high risk group ? Would you consider yourself high risk ?
Look carry on as you were. I'm well able to take a break from reading it. I've a decent garden to look after, a bedroom to paint, plenty of books to read. I'll be fine.Gone full 'Glinner' since June 2022.
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Originally posted by Skankhunt42 View PostAnyone have any theory on who or how Trumps mind was changed on the situation? I've watched too many movies, but I can't help imagining some of his generals threatening him ( or more likely Ivanka) with execution.
You don't change horses in midstream.
Also, to keep me conspiracy alive, it's easier to justify freezing electionsPeople say I should be more humble I hope they understand, they don't listen when you mumble
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Originally posted by ComradeCollie View PostMurdrum, I know you are only presenting the information in a sober and calm manner. I generally enjoy them and the discussion of possible future outcomes. I just think most of us are going to be an emotional mess. I am already and I don't think of myself as having much empathy.
I'm not saying censor yourself, but maybe start a seperate thread for detailed scientific discussion, and try to keep here for less detailed stuff.
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Originally posted by ghostface View PostJust walked by SAP there in citywest and a few people hanging around outside in a tight group having a smoke. BafflingJayzus, Sheila! I forgot me feckin' trousers
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or to make the exam worth 100%? Surely creating a situation where people who don't like Irish can now not do the written exams and focus on their points gathering subjects is a silly outcome.
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Originally posted by Hitchhiker's Guide To... View PostWell the choice is to give everyone nothing or give everyone everything. Doesn't really make a difference and this way sounds better.Profit before people.
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Originally posted by hotspur View PostGod the oral Irish exam, I'd forgotten that. What a joke that was. I got an F in pass Irish in the Leaving. Still my most prized academic achievement.Originally posted by eamonhonda View PostClearing easily the most unnecessary subject to the majority of leaving certs futures, in what has become an even more difficult year for them, seems like a decent and sound play to me.
My pass irish involved me talking about karate and liverpool. Mostly because I could use lots and lots of non irish words and names in it.
And I still really fucking struggled.
Obviously, the gaeilgeoirs wont like it much as it lessens their advantage but it helps the overall majorityPeople say I should be more humble I hope they understand, they don't listen when you mumble
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Originally posted by DeadParrot View PostIt's a nonsense of a test anyway.
My pass irish involved me talking about karate and liverpool. Mostly because I could use lots and lots of non irish words and names in it.
And I still really fucking struggled.
Obviously, the gaeilgeoirs wont like it much as it lessens their advantage but it helps the overall majorityairport, lol
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Got a c in honours Irish, without speaking a word of it, such a pointless exercise. Regurgitating things from memory. My foolproof plan was no matter what the essay options were I would do the one that starts off with a sentence and you have to continue, then I'd say it was a dream, wake up and write about whatever the hell I wanted.
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