Let's not forget that age is the greatest factor in a negative outcome.
Stop getting old, people.
could you imagine how much worse the planet would be if people didn't get old, and eventually pass away. Big population explosion from births and no deaths. Even faster pullution of the planet and consumption of resources. It wouldn't be good
Hang in there Tempo! (I wish we could test more than the above 60 under 5 groups where I live. Proof would make spring travelling easier for me.)
I try to look at the up side of things and I'm glad we're mostly all going to gain some immunity from this variant that can be less severe. Might help us in the future. WHO knows, lol.
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No one’s forcing people to listen to the podcast or “do what Joe does”.
Of course other factors need to be accounted for. It's likely 12-29 year olds are engaging in far more activities that risk them for exposure (School, sports, bars, parties etc.) than 80+ year olds. Clearly vaccination and boosting works, but the smarter comparison is rates within age groups. Unvaxxed 12-29 year olds hospitalized at far greater rates than 3 dosed 12-29 year olds, same for 80+ year olds.
Let's not forget that age is the greatest factor in a negative outcome.
Stop getting old, people.
could you imagine how much worse the planet would be if people didn't get old, and eventually pass away. Big population explosion from births and no deaths. Even faster pullution of the planet and consumption of resources. It wouldn't be good
Yes, that is why I respect this virus. Not such a popular opinion.
Let's not forget that age is the greatest factor in a negative outcome.
Stop getting old, people.
could you imagine how much worse the planet would be if people didn't get old, and eventually pass away. Big population explosion from births and no deaths. Even faster pullution of the planet and consumption of resources. It wouldn't be good
Yes, that is why I respect this virus. Not such a popular opinion.
Yah, we're not allowed to talk about things like that. Mother nature trying to find ways to reduce the human population to make the planet habitable for a longer period of time for the survivors
I'm trying to catch my omicron exposure so when I come back from Florida land sea April/May rebooked vacation, I won't have to fret about whether the airport will have enough PCR-RT tests. Website says they may be limited.
I think I'll book a test later today, even though my Sx are not severe enough to qualify for suggested testing. Lots of appointments open surprisingly.
EDIT - Bonus: won't have to worry about negative tests while on trip delaying my return.
Of course other factors need to be accounted for. It's likely 12-29 year olds are engaging in far more activities that risk them for exposure (School, sports, bars, parties etc.) than 80+ year olds. Clearly vaccination and boosting works, but the smarter comparison is rates within age groups. Unvaxxed 12-29 year olds hospitalized at far greater rates than 3 dosed 12-29 year olds, same for 80+ year olds.
Those comparisons are in the data already.
Pointing out the unexpected is helpful. We've been told by idiots that this only really effects the old and frail.
I'm trying to catch my omicron exposure so when I come back from Florida land sea April/May rebooked vacation, I won't have to fret about whether the airport will have enough PCR-RT tests. Website says they may be limited.
I think I'll book a test later today, even though my Sx are not severe enough to qualify for suggested testing. Lots of appointments open surprisingly.
EDIT - Bonus: won't have to worry about negative tests while on trip delaying my return.
I hear you on this. I travel to the US fairly frequently and it's a major stress each time figuring out the PCR test to return and making sure I get my results back in time. Earlier in 2021 I was able to get free tests from the state testing site but in recent months they have been overwhelmed and unable to provide the results within 72 hours, so now it involves doing the rounds of different private testing clinics and facilities to figure out who can provide what I need. The options change every time, too.
In my experience the testing sites at the major airports can be a real clusterfuck. The rapid antigen testing place at YVR in late December was a total clusterfuck, with lineups of hundreds (literally) of frustrated and angry people trying to get tested to get their flights and no clear signage as to what line you should be in for appointments vs. walk-ins and no one to talk to. You might have a different experience but if you're able to get tested at a private community clinic and not at the airport, I'd recommend it.
A week ago I had some mild symptoms, just headache and congestion, so I booked a PCR test. While I am a bit worried about the potential for serious illness a part of me was kind of hoping that I would test positive and get the "get out of PCR jail free" card for 90 days. No dice, though; I was negative.
my small self... like a book amongst the many on a shelf
We're heading straight from the cruise ship to the airport so that's not much of an option unless Disney Cruise expands its testing to include molecular options for a fee. Or laws change. Doubtful on both counts.
I think that's awesome what u did. I thought I was unique in my mastermind manipulative thinking!
We're heading straight from the cruise ship to the airport so that's not much of an option unless Disney Cruise expands its testing to include molecular options for a fee. Or laws change. Doubtful on both counts.
I think that's awesome what u did. I thought I was unique in my mastermind manipulative thinking!
Tish, have you looked into the at-home rapid molecular tests that can be purchased through Air Canada Aeroplan? They are LAMP tests and accepted for entry into Canada. You would need to order and receive them before you left on your trip, because they will only be sent to Canadian addresses, but you would have that as a backup. You do the test while on video with a Switch health person and they somehow read your result and email you an official result. I actually have a box with a test but am holding it in reserve if I really can't get a rapid PCR at some point. My only worry with the at home one is that Switch is the company that was doing the Day 8 tests in mid-2021 for all arriving passengers and getting a virtual appointment with them was a bit of a hassle. I think you need to be an Aeroplan member to order but that's easy enough to sign up.
Thanks for the reminder about the at home z LAMP tests that I can purchase ahead of time. I'd forgotten about that option. I'll look into it and see if I can buy them through another provider besides Air Canada Aeroplan. Or I'll sign up (again)?
Thank you!! Thank you!
Also, we had no problems getting appointment with the switch online nurse to do the day 8 test on arrival. They were bugging me!
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could you imagine how much worse the planet would be if people didn't get old, and eventually pass away. Big population explosion from births and no deaths. Even faster pullution of the planet and consumption of resources. It wouldn't be good
Expect more worrisome variants after Omicron, scientists say
hey at least we are learning the Greek alphabet….
I try to look at the up side of things and I'm glad we're mostly all going to gain some immunity from this variant that can be less severe. Might help us in the future. WHO knows, lol.
If we could generalize BC findings, one could say that half of covid hospitalizations are incidental covid cases.
Not today Sir, Probably not tomorrow.............................................. bayfront arena st. pete '94
you're finally here and I'm a mess................................................... nationwide arena columbus '10
memories like fingerprints are slowly raising.................................... first niagara center buffalo '13
another man ..... moved by sleight of hand...................................... joe louis arena detroit '14
It's likely 12-29 year olds are engaging in far more activities that risk them for exposure (School, sports, bars, parties etc.) than 80+ year olds.
Clearly vaccination and boosting works, but the smarter comparison is rates within age groups. Unvaxxed 12-29 year olds hospitalized at far greater rates than 3 dosed 12-29 year olds, same for 80+ year olds.
These laws quietly changed. Now traveller's can potentially be stuck in other countries for fewer days.
Yah, we're not allowed to talk about things like that. Mother nature trying to find ways to reduce the human population to make the planet habitable for a longer period of time for the survivors
I think I'll book a test later today, even though my Sx are not severe enough to qualify for suggested testing. Lots of appointments open surprisingly.
EDIT - Bonus: won't have to worry about negative tests while on trip delaying my return.
Pointing out the unexpected is helpful. We've been told by idiots that this only really effects the old and frail.
Everyone get vaccinated.
They are a straight up life saver.
I hear you on this. I travel to the US fairly frequently and it's a major stress each time figuring out the PCR test to return and making sure I get my results back in time. Earlier in 2021 I was able to get free tests from the state testing site but in recent months they have been overwhelmed and unable to provide the results within 72 hours, so now it involves doing the rounds of different private testing clinics and facilities to figure out who can provide what I need. The options change every time, too.
In my experience the testing sites at the major airports can be a real clusterfuck. The rapid antigen testing place at YVR in late December was a total clusterfuck, with lineups of hundreds (literally) of frustrated and angry people trying to get tested to get their flights and no clear signage as to what line you should be in for appointments vs. walk-ins and no one to talk to. You might have a different experience but if you're able to get tested at a private community clinic and not at the airport, I'd recommend it.
A week ago I had some mild symptoms, just headache and congestion, so I booked a PCR test. While I am a bit worried about the potential for serious illness a part of me was kind of hoping that I would test positive and get the "get out of PCR jail free" card for 90 days. No dice, though; I was negative.
I think that's awesome what u did. I thought I was unique in my mastermind manipulative thinking!
I'm hopeful herd immunity and variant mutation give usa spring summer window this year to have less risk fun!
Tish, have you looked into the at-home rapid molecular tests that can be purchased through Air Canada Aeroplan? They are LAMP tests and accepted for entry into Canada. You would need to order and receive them before you left on your trip, because they will only be sent to Canadian addresses, but you would have that as a backup. You do the test while on video with a Switch health person and they somehow read your result and email you an official result. I actually have a box with a test but am holding it in reserve if I really can't get a rapid PCR at some point. My only worry with the at home one is that Switch is the company that was doing the Day 8 tests in mid-2021 for all arriving passengers and getting a virtual appointment with them was a bit of a hassle. I think you need to be an Aeroplan member to order but that's easy enough to sign up.
https://switchhealth.ca/en/partners/aeroplan/
LAMP tests that I can purchase ahead of time. I'd forgotten about that option. I'll look into it and see if I can buy them through another provider besides Air Canada Aeroplan. Or I'll sign up (again)?
Thank you!! Thank you!
Also, we had no problems getting appointment with the switch online nurse to do the day 8 test on arrival. They were bugging me!