A VERY important message for anyone with a high risk loved one

[Yossarian]

If this doesn’t hit home then god only knows what will...This is gonna be all too real for many.

Make no mistake.

When loved ones are removed from your home by ambulance because the virus has hit them hard, you are NOT GOING to be able to follow them to the hospital, sit by their hospital bed and HOLD THEIR HAND.

You are NOT going to be able to pop in at 7.00 pm for visiting hours. They are going to have NO ONE other than EXHAUSTED hospital staff to see them through DAYS or WEEKS of barely breathing through a ventilator until they either DIE or RECOVER.

They are not going to be well enough to text you or call you.

You are NOT going to be able to phone the ward to check in on them regularly (staff will be too busy for that).

During that time, they will be completely ALL ALONE, while you sit at home waiting to hear whether they have MADE IT THROUGH OR NOT.

Imagine that person is SOMEONE YOU LOVE DEARLY. Because it's going to be a REALITY for many in the coming weeks.

So if you care about your elderly or sick loved one with an underlying medical condition that puts them in the high risk category, then please don’t take risk of getting the virus and passing it onto them.

 

[Lonewarrior]

stay at home, be safe, and pray ......

 

[Yossarian]

stay at home, be safe, and pray ......

Alas many are still of the mindset that they wont get it, and in case they do, it will be just like normal flu. They are completely oblivious to the notion that their actions could harm their loved ones.

 

[Napa]

If this doesn’t hit home then god only knows what will...This is gonna be all too real for many.

Make no mistake.

When loved ones are removed from your home by ambulance because the virus has hit them hard, you are NOT GOING to be able to follow them to the hospital, sit by their hospital bed and HOLD THEIR HAND.

You are NOT going to be able to pop in at 7.00 pm for visiting hours. They are going to have NO ONE other than EXHAUSTED hospital staff to see them through DAYS or WEEKS of barely breathing through a ventilator until they either DIE or RECOVER.

They are not going to be well enough to text you or call you.

You are NOT going to be able to phone the ward to check in on them regularly (staff will be too busy for that).

During that time, they will be completely ALL ALONE, while you sit at home waiting to hear whether they have MADE IT THROUGH OR NOT.

Imagine that person is SOMEONE YOU LOVE DEARLY. Because it's going to be a REALITY for many in the coming weeks.

So if you care about your elderly or sick loved one with an underlying medical condition that puts them in the high risk category, then please don’t take risk of getting the virus and passing it onto them.

Good post. I have neighbors who I care for a lot, and who are about ten years older than me. I try to save myself from infection not only because I don't want to get ill, but also because I don't want to infect people I care for.

 

[Kashmirilion]

Very good post. Very well worded and I will surely pass this message on to people to create more awareness. Sometimes people don't think like this and awareness should be made.

 

[MenInG]

If this doesn’t hit home then god only knows what will...This is gonna be all too real for many.

Make no mistake.

When loved ones are removed from your home by ambulance because the virus has hit them hard, you are NOT GOING to be able to follow them to the hospital, sit by their hospital bed and HOLD THEIR HAND.

You are NOT going to be able to pop in at 7.00 pm for visiting hours. They are going to have NO ONE other than EXHAUSTED hospital staff to see them through DAYS or WEEKS of barely breathing through a ventilator until they either DIE or RECOVER.

They are not going to be well enough to text you or call you.

You are NOT going to be able to phone the ward to check in on them regularly (staff will be too busy for that).

During that time, they will be completely ALL ALONE, while you sit at home waiting to hear whether they have MADE IT THROUGH OR NOT.

Imagine that person is SOMEONE YOU LOVE DEARLY. Because it's going to be a REALITY for many in the coming weeks.

So if you care about your elderly or sick loved one with an underlying medical condition that puts them in the high risk category, then please don’t take risk of getting the virus and passing it onto them.

Many thanks for this.

 

[Saurav]

How can I share it on my whatsapp

Great message

 

[Yossarian]

How can I share it on my whatsapp

Great message

Try copy / paste?

 

[Saurav]

Try copy / paste?

I want to give credit to you too.

 

[Yossarian]

I want to give credit to you too.

Thanks but not necessary. Important thing is to get the message through. Even if the message only has an effect on just 1 person and gets them to take the matter more seriously, then it's worth it.

 

[IMMY69]

If this doesn’t hit home then god only knows what will...This is gonna be all too real for many.

Make no mistake.

When loved ones are removed from your home by ambulance because the virus has hit them hard, you are NOT GOING to be able to follow them to the hospital, sit by their hospital bed and HOLD THEIR HAND.

You are NOT going to be able to pop in at 7.00 pm for visiting hours. They are going to have NO ONE other than EXHAUSTED hospital staff to see them through DAYS or WEEKS of barely breathing through a ventilator until they either DIE or RECOVER.

They are not going to be well enough to text you or call you.

You are NOT going to be able to phone the ward to check in on them regularly (staff will be too busy for that).

During that time, they will be completely ALL ALONE, while you sit at home waiting to hear whether they have MADE IT THROUGH OR NOT.

Imagine that person is SOMEONE YOU LOVE DEARLY. Because it's going to be a REALITY for many in the coming weeks.

So if you care about your elderly or sick loved one with an underlying medical condition that puts them in the high risk category, then please don’t take risk of getting the virus and passing it onto them.

Great message which I’ve already passed onto some people who are frankly just being selfish.

Some idiots think they’re just risking their own health not knowing that their actions have a direct impact on others.

The people reading supermarkets should be herded up and thrown in jail.

 

[Yossarian]

Sorry, but I'm going to keep bumping this up

 

[Nadeemp]

Sorry, but I'm going to keep bumping this up

i never got tested but gf is an immunologist . we think i had the corona virus. i am in mid 40s non smoker. it was brutal 4-5 days. body aches were unbearable . i am still in bed. i think this is day 8-9. please stay indoors.

 

[sweep_shot]

Great thread!

People need to take this virus seriously. It has already killed over 16,000 people and final death count is expected to be pretty high.

Be careful and stay safe.

 

[sjahmed23]

yes. whu

I remember seeing one of your posts saying you went to a conference to see Jibran at Columbia or something, well I was reading news and appearently some people who attended that conference tested positive for covid19. Jibran himself was tested when he got back to Pakistan.

I hope you feel better :/ its everywhere.

 

[miandadrules]

I just like to add that the focus, understandably is on not getting it or how to treat it.

I think the best way to look at it, is that you are responsible for the health of the person next to you, rather than your own.

If we all do this we’ll all get through this.

Anything else and we’re minimising our loses at best.

 

[MenInG]

An excellent message which needs to be read and responded to.

 

[MenInG]

An excellent message which needs to be read and responded to.

I will be bumping this every day.

 

[MenInG]

Lets all keep on repeating this message to everyone we know

 

[Nadeemp]

I remember seeing one of your posts saying you went to a conference to see Jibran at Columbia or something, well I was reading news and appearently some people who attended that conference tested positive for covid19. Jibran himself was tested when he got back to Pakistan.

I hope you feel better :/ its everywhere.

yeah i just found that out. my nephew and i both got sick from that event i guess.

 

[Saj]

Important that we all look out for others and not just think about ourselves in this situation.

Vital that we support others in the best way we can.

 

[Cpt. Rishwat]

Very sobering information, had not really considered this in much depth. Would be pretty terrifying experience for those who end up going through it. Good to see you back Yoss, even if it is in these times.

 

[IAJ]

Many thanks [MENTION=4930]Yossarian[/MENTION], good to see you back posting

 

[MenInG]

I pray that we come out of this crisis soon - until then, its time to take care of everyone around us.

 

[Yossarian]

You may be young and healthy, and may feel that, even if you get the virus, you're only likely to get mild flu like symptoms. But don't forget, if you do, you're still likely to infect others unless you follow the safe guidelines.

So please, bear in mind the safety of others, not only the safety of your friends, neighbours and loved ones, but also the safety of staff and cashiers at the grocery store, the safety of your postman, the receptionist at the GP, even the safety of complete strangers that you may pass in the street and may accidentally bump into.

Remember, we're all in this together.

All for one, and one for all.

 

[MenInG]

Every day hearing of old people I know in UK getting infected - seems message still not getting through.

 

[Yossarian]

Every day hearing of old people I know in UK getting infected - seems message still not getting through.

You should watch the Prime Ministers Questions (BBC iplayer) from Wednesday 25th March. Look how both Boris and Matt Hancock the Health Minister (now both tested positive) are sitting close to other Ministers and MP's. And watch how MP's gather around the Speaker's Chair at the end.

If the Prime Minister and Health Minister are not following good practice, no wonder the average Joe M0ron won't do so either.

I wonder how many other Govt Ministers and MP's have been infected via Boris and Matt Hancock.

 

[MenInG]

You should watch the Prime Ministers Questions (BBC iplayer) from Wednesday 25th March. Look how both Boris and Matt Hancock the Health Minister (now both tested positive) are sitting close to other Ministers and MP's. And watch how MP's gather around the Speaker's Chair at the end.

If the Prime Minister and Health Minister are not following good practice, no wonder the average Joe M0ron won't do so either.

I wonder how many other Govt Ministers and MP's have been infected via Boris and Matt Hancock.

Yes that was horrific! Almost making a mockery of the message being sent to all.

This old gentleman I am referring to went to visit someone who had fever (as a form of courtesy)..

 

[miandadrules]

Thank you

It’s a difficult time and we’re rightfully focusing on those that are not taking this pandemic seriously.

But I would like to thank the overwhelming majority of you that are helping us in this fight. Showing social responsibility for the vulnerable, maintaining social distancing and not overwhelming our services.

You’re saving lives, don’t ever forget it.

Keep up the good work.

 

[sweep_shot]

Yup. Big thanks.

Since I had symptoms earlier, I isolated myself as well.

 

[MenInG]

Lest we forget.

 

[Yossarian]

bump

 

[ElRaja]

this is pbly the one thing that scares me the most of this disease, it is the worst on people who are already some of the most vulnerable in society.

to top it off desis in joing family systems just dont take it seriously until they hear of family, or family freinds who get infected by which time its pbly too late.

 

[Yossarian]

this is pbly the one thing that scares me the most of this disease, it is the worst on people who are already some of the most vulnerable in society.

to top it off desis in joing family systems just dont take it seriously until they hear of family, or family freinds who get infected by which time its pbly too late.

If scaring is what it takes to get some imbeciles to take precautionary measures seriously, stay away from gatherings and stop visiting friends, lets scare the sh1t out of them.

 

[MenInG]

If scaring is what it takes to get some imbeciles to take precautionary measures seriously, stay away from gatherings and stop visiting friends, lets scare the sh1t out of them.

Remember this is years of being told to be more social and away from devices - now the message is being flipped and for a good reason - its not easy to change.

But looking at pictures of deserted streets makes you think its having an effect

 

[Abdullah719]

Bump.

A reminder.

 

[MenInG]

Have lost 5 elders so far to this disease - all avoidable if preventative measures had been taken.

 

[cricketjoshila]

Have lost 5 elders so far to this disease - all avoidable if preventative measures had been taken.

May the gods give them peace and the families strength.

Take care bro.

 

[MenInG]

May the gods give them peace and the families strength.

Take care bro.

Absolutely devastating as all of these were in good health about a month ago.

 

[MenInG]

Lost 2 more elders today in the UK.

Protect your parents from this disease!

 

[cricketjoshila]

Lost 2 more elders today in the UK.

Protect your parents from this disease!

May the gods have mercy on all of us.

How is it in Bahrain?

 

[MenInG]

May the gods have mercy on all of us.

How is it in Bahrain?

Very good - thankfully - we have cases but things seem to be in control.

 

[cricketjoshila]

Very good - thankfully - we have cases but things seem to be in control.

Take care bro. Dont go out unless necessary.

Any lockdowns in Bahrain? Any restrictions?

 

[MenInG]

Bahrain mild lockdown at the moment, things under control so far.

 

[cricketjoshila]

Bahrain mild lockdown at the moment, things under control so far.

Good. Its a small country so easier to control. Still take care.

Hopefully no super spreader there.

 

[Yossarian]

Very good - thankfully - we have cases but things seem to be in control.

Sincerely hope that it stays that way.
Have been in lock down at home for over a week now. A member of the family is in the high risk category. Even had a friend (who was going to the store themselves anyway) to buy some essentials that were running out (eggs, milk, bread) and leave them outside the front gate.

 

[miandadrules]

I just had a 53 year old walk in to ED and arrest within 18 minutes.

Let it be a wake up call to those who don’t appreciate how quickly patients deteriorate once infected.

 

[MenInG]

My son, a medic, has fever and is getting tested soon. This is as close to home as it gets...

 

[miandadrules]

My son, a medic, has fever and is getting tested soon. This is as close to home as it gets...

I’m sorry to hear that.

Though it’s not a comfort, the overwhelming majority of young recover after very mild symptoms.

Unfortunately, the government has let the the healthcare workers down with lack of protective equipment.

I find it shocking that Boris is being applauded for his performance.

My colleague in his thirties developed symptoms earlier this week and ended up being admitted with viral meningitis and Bell’s palsy.

The problem is we don’t have enough data to truly understand its nature.

 

[Yossarian]

My son, a medic, has fever and is getting tested soon. This is as close to home as it gets...

Sincerely hope he's OK.

 

[Cpt. Rishwat]

My son, a medic, has fever and is getting tested soon. This is as close to home as it gets...

Is he in the UK? The medical staff here seem to be so poorly equipped to fight disease it is disgusting.

 

[MenInG]

Is he in the UK? The medical staff here seem to be so poorly equipped to fight disease it is disgusting.

To be fair, NHS have been very good with him and offered a test straightaway but he is just waiting for a few days to go to ensure he doesnt get a false negative.

Feeling better now but still early days.

 

[MenInG]

To be fair, NHS have been very good with him and offered a test straightaway but he is just waiting for a few days to go to ensure he doesnt get a false negative.

Feeling better now but still early days.

Test results are indeterminate so he goes back to work in about 7 days - the fight against covid goes on.

Sadly, 2 more parents of my friends have passed away due to this disease.

 

[cricketjoshila]

Test results are indeterminate so he goes back to work in about 7 days - the fight against covid goes on.

Sadly, 2 more parents of my friends have passed away due to this disease.

Thank the gods that he is ok.

 

[MenInG]

Thank the gods that he is ok.

And the fight goes on against this virus!

But how many of these lives can be saved if the right precautions were taken?

 

[pakistani pride]

All good to see such emotional posts and threads but on the other side. There are so many issues on planet earth which have cause much more pain and chaos.

Must give full credit to the media for getting this so hot.

 

[MenInG]

All good to see such emotional posts and threads but on the other side. There are so many issues on planet earth which have cause much more pain and chaos.

Must give full credit to the media for getting this so hot.

You have no idea what pain its causing people - try and be a little empathetic.

 

[Ryw]

I agree, there are plenty of heartless people on planet earth.

 

[pakistani pride]

You have no idea what pain its causing people - try and be a little empathetic.

Of course it will hurt and bring pain to people but this isnt the 1st and surely not the last time.

Its my opinion that its been blown up way too much. That doesnt take away the fact I feel very sorry for the people who lost close ones due this virus, but it seems like pre covid 19 there were no deaths in the world.

 

[moghul]

Of course it will hurt and bring pain to people but this isnt the 1st and surely not the last time.

Its my opinion that its been blown up way too much. That doesnt take away the fact I feel very sorry for the people who lost close ones due this virus, but it seems like pre covid 19 there were no deaths in the world.

What a heartless post, seriously. Hope no one in your loved one is effected by this virus but please be a little sensitive and empathetic to a very large number of people world over. I thinks this issue is not "blown up" enough in some countries otherwise you would not be writing post like this.

 

[Shazzam]

Of course it will hurt and bring pain to people but this isnt the 1st and surely not the last time.

Its my opinion that its been blown up way too much. That doesnt take away the fact I feel very sorry for the people who lost close ones due this virus, but it seems like pre covid 19 there were no deaths in the world.

So what do you suggest there should be no news on something like this? No lockdowns needed since this has not killed as many people as other diseases out there? I am pretty sure there is a reason this has been on the news. People who are in the front lines dealing with patients can tell you that exactly. Lets not act like this is some fantasy media is trying to play on the screen. Its a real active virus that can get anyone at any time. Rather your big or small you are a target. So show some decency for humanity at this time. If you can’t now no need to preach about it later.

 

[sweep_shot]

Of course it will hurt and bring pain to people but this isnt the 1st and surely not the last time.

Its my opinion that its been blown up way too much. That doesnt take away the fact I feel very sorry for the people who lost close ones due this virus, but it seems like pre covid 19 there were no deaths in the world.

This virus has killed over 110,000 people in 2-3 months. Number is likely to be higher as not every country recorded things properly.

This virus has pretty much hijacked the entire world. I think it is fair to say this virus is a bit of a big deal.

 

[Yossarian]

Of course it will hurt and bring pain to people but this isnt the 1st and surely not the last time.

Its my opinion that its been blown up way too much. That doesnt take away the fact I feel very sorry for the people who lost close ones due this virus, but it seems like pre covid 19 there were no deaths in the world.

Sincerely hope that none of your loved ones gets the virus and ends up in a serious condition. But, God forbid, if it does happen, then I strongly suggest that you reflect upon what you've written here and see if you still feel the same way...

 

[MenInG]

A message that needs to be read and read again.

 

[MenInG]

As the old saying goes, necessity is the mother of invention - and the coronavirus pandemic is no exception.

Humans have a canny habit of being at their most ingenious during times of crisis, and what we all wouldn't give for a solution that allowed us to safely meet our vulnerable loved ones again.

Enter Antony Cauvin - a 29-year-old plasterer-turned-inventor from Stratford-upon-Avon, who dreamed up a scheme befitting of Back To The Future's Emmett Brown so that he could hug his grandma for the first time in months.

The "Cuddle Curtain" is made up of a see-through shower curtain, fitted with pairs of lengthy safety sleeves on either side so that two people can move effortlessly into place opposite one another.

"Last weekend was when I decided to buy all the materials, and I planned it out myself," explained Mr Cauvin to Sky News.

"Really it's bizarre that you can buy a clear shower curtain, I don't know why they sell them given you would think you would want privacy, however they do sell them so I bought one.

"Then I bought some shoulder-length sleeves, which I could fix by putting the holes through the plastic, tape them up and then put your arms through and wrap your arms round somebody."

As unlikely as it may sound, even to Mr Cauvin himself, the invention has so far worked a treat.

"Before we took it to my grandparents' house, I tested it with my wife and it worked," he said.

"We giggled about it but thought, 'this could actually work', so we took it up to my grandparents and put it up in the garden while they were in the conservatory."

The results speak for themselves - a delighted 'Grannan' who was able to hug her grandson again, with zero skin or breath contact necessary.

And to ensure the Cuddle Curtain can be used again, the sleeves and the curtain itself are disinfected after each hug so that someone else can have a go.

Anyone who uses it also has to wear their own pair of disposable gloves for extra safety.

Mr Cauvin has left it in his grandparents' garden so that their seven other grandchildren and three great-grandchildren can come along for their own cuddles.

"When you've known someone all your life, to be able to hug that person again... it brought a tear to everybody's eye," said Mr Cauvin.

"But we were also giggling that much, just because it seemed such a far-fetched and bonkers idea. We never touched any part of Grannan at all - I'm a believer in social distancing and don't want to put anyone at risk."

Mr Cauvin's wife Miriam posted a video of the first hug with Grannan on social media, and since Friday afternoon it has amassed more than 100,000 shares and 3.2 million views.

The couple have been inundated with messages of amazement, but Mr Cauvin hopes the Cuddle Curtain will have a pretty short shelf life.

"I've always been very close to my grandparents. I see them as second parents," he said.

"Not being able to see them has been tough, tougher for them than it is for us even because Grannan is a very affectionate person. You feel you haven't seen them because you haven't had that cuddle.

"I've never invented anything... but hopefully if we find a vaccine for this horrible disease, it won't have to last."

https://news.sky.com/story/coronavi...-cuddle-his-grandma-again-goes-viral-11989880

 

[MenInG]

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[Yossarian]

I raised this over a year ago. Worth reminding again, especially to our families in India and Pakistan

 

[psyoptica]

When the Covid was in its infancy last year and it was known to cause problems for the elderly, I feared for my grandma as she was the oldest and the most vulnerable in my family.
The thought of losing her crossed my mind several times and it became reality a couple of months later when she suddenly passed away.

I'm still dealing with the pain of her loss.

 

[Varun]

When the Covid was in its infancy last year and it was known to cause problems for the elderly, I feared for my grandma as she was the oldest and the most vulnerable in my family.
The thought of losing her crossed my mind several times and it became reality a couple of months later when she suddenly passed away.

I'm still dealing with the pain of her loss.

Sorry to hear that and condolences to you and your family.

Was it because of Covid?

 

[psyoptica]

Sorry to hear that and condolences to you and your family.

Was it because of Covid?

It was very sudden. We didn't get a chance to get her tested. But I'm pretty sure it was due to Covid because she was staying with my aunt the night before she became ill. My aunt was tested positive for Covid and became critically ill.
My dad also contacted Covid and was in a serious condition. He has recovered fully

 

[Robert]

When the Covid was in its infancy last year and it was known to cause problems for the elderly, I feared for my grandma as she was the oldest and the most vulnerable in my family.
The thought of losing her crossed my mind several times and it became reality a couple of months later when she suddenly passed away.

I'm still dealing with the pain of her loss.

I am so very sorry.

Bereavement of a loved one is brutal, and there is no way to stop or rationalise away the hurt.

Please be gentle with yourself in the days and weeks ahead.

 

[psyoptica]

I am so very sorry.

Bereavement of a loved one is brutal, and there is no way to stop or rationalise away the hurt.

Please be gentle with yourself in the days and weeks ahead.

Thank you Robert. Appreciate your kind words.

 

[MenInG]

When the Covid was in its infancy last year and it was known to cause problems for the elderly, I feared for my grandma as she was the oldest and the most vulnerable in my family.
The thought of losing her crossed my mind several times and it became reality a couple of months later when she suddenly passed away.

I'm still dealing with the pain of her loss.

May her soul rest in eternal peace - and May the Almighty grant solace to you and your family - Amen

 

[psyoptica]

May her soul rest in eternal peace - and May the Almighty grant solace to you and your family - Amen

Ameen

 

[Robert]

Thank you Robert. Appreciate your kind words.

I’m pretty old now. The wound will close. It may ache for the rest of your life, but the hurt will lessen in time.

 

[psyoptica]

Just received the news that my aunt has passed away. Her daughter (my cousin) is in a serious condition and looks unlikely she'll pull through.
Please remember her in your prayers.

 

[MenInG]

Just received the news that my aunt has passed away. Her daughter (my cousin) is in a serious condition and looks unlikely she'll pull through.
Please remember her in your prayers.

Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Illahi Rajiyoon

 

[Hitman]

Just received the news that my aunt has passed away. Her daughter (my cousin) is in a serious condition and looks unlikely she'll pull through.
Please remember her in your prayers.

Be strong, brother!

 

[moghul]

Just received the news that my aunt has passed away. Her daughter (my cousin) is in a serious condition and looks unlikely she'll pull through.
Please remember her in your prayers.

Very sorry to hear that, our prayers for her and the family.