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Reply #15 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:04am
 
aquascoot wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 5:06am:
again the mixed messaging

qld has gone from begging people to have 10's od 10,000 of tests at a cost of 100's of millions when no on had it  Roll Eyes Roll Eyes

to now admonishing people for having tests when itys everywhere Roll Eyes Roll Eyes

to suggesting people get RAT tests which are dubious in their accuracy Roll Eyes Roll Eyes

and, at the same time declaring "everyone will get it and assume everyone else has it"


so , in 2 or 3 weeks their will be a haze like smog of virus over every town and city , what purpose does testing serve??????

add to that critical workers are now being told they can and should go to work regardless of their still sprading it Roll Eyes Roll Eyes

and those who are triple vaxxed will probably have it and spread it whilst never even knowing they have it Roll Eyes Roll Eyes Roll Eyes


why keep the cultural hypnosis going?

covid covid covid
test test test
keep you safe keep you safe.


aquascoot calls BS on all of this.

it will achieve absolutley nothing

it is as meaningless as continuing to do deep cleans

this is a respiratory virus

its like a head cold

stop the catastrophising

the panic will do you literally no good

dont let the mainstream media and politicians continue the panic


be like gordon , buy some panadol and zinc and vitamin c and chill.

it will all be over in 8 weeks

you cant outrun your destiny


A certain cohort of people wants only to hear doom and gloom stories about Covid. People who report a short mild illness get Twitter mobbed.

There is no nuance in the reporting.
Yes, it can kill perfectly healthy young people but the vast majority of people who get seriously ill or die are old and unhealthy.

We should all now be vaccinated, and it should be left to people to adjust their lives to meet their risk profile. My dad is very unwell and will shelter in place until the peak passes and he doesn't begrudge on little bit people who can be out and about.
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Reply #16 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:39am
 
By the end of the European winter, “pretty much everyone in Germany will have been vaccinated, recovered or died”, German Health Minister Jens Spahn has warned.
That was in November and he was talking about Delta.

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Reply #17 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:39am
 
Gordon wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 9:58am:
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 9:49am:
Gordon wrote on Jan 4th, 2022 at 11:59am:
My neighbour who is doing shopping runs for me got one of these today.

RightSign COVID 19 Antigen Test (Nasal Swab) Self Test 5 Pack (NOT For sale in WA)
Product ID: 2704762
$49.99

https://www.chemistwarehouse.com.au/buy/114087/rightsign-covid-19-antigen-test-(...


I'm sorry to have to tell you this but that's an absolute waste of money.



And made in China, I'm somewhat skeptical.


Ah yes! I forgot about that little detail.

These bastard tests only function IF you have Covid19 symptoms. And even then they're potentially inaccurate anyway. Why bother?
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Reply #18 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:46am
 
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:39am:
Gordon wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 9:58am:
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 9:49am:
Gordon wrote on Jan 4th, 2022 at 11:59am:
My neighbour who is doing shopping runs for me got one of these today.

RightSign COVID 19 Antigen Test (Nasal Swab) Self Test 5 Pack (NOT For sale in WA)
Product ID: 2704762
$49.99

https://www.chemistwarehouse.com.au/buy/114087/rightsign-covid-19-antigen-test-(...


I'm sorry to have to tell you this but that's an absolute waste of money.



And made in China, I'm somewhat skeptical.


Ah yes! I forgot about that little detail.

These bastard tests only function IF you have Covid19 symptoms. And even then they're potentially inaccurate anyway. Why bother?


"What [they are] very good at is picking up whether you're in the infectious phase. That means the time you're actually likely to be shedding the virus and actually spreading it to other people," he said.

For that reason, Dr Moy said, it made sense to use RATs before going to large gatherings, or every few days for those entering areas with vulnerable people, such as aged care and health settings.

"If it's negative, you're probably in the clear for at least the next few hours or … maybe the next few days," he said.
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Reply #19 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:51am
 
greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:46am:
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:39am:
Gordon wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 9:58am:
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 9:49am:
Gordon wrote on Jan 4th, 2022 at 11:59am:
My neighbour who is doing shopping runs for me got one of these today.

RightSign COVID 19 Antigen Test (Nasal Swab) Self Test 5 Pack (NOT For sale in WA)
Product ID: 2704762
$49.99

https://www.chemistwarehouse.com.au/buy/114087/rightsign-covid-19-antigen-test-(...


I'm sorry to have to tell you this but that's an absolute waste of money.



And made in China, I'm somewhat skeptical.


Ah yes! I forgot about that little detail.

These bastard tests only function IF you have Covid19 symptoms. And even then they're potentially inaccurate anyway. Why bother?


"What [they are] very good at is picking up whether you're in the infectious phase. That means the time you're actually likely to be shedding the virus and actually spreading it to other people," he said.

For that reason, Dr Moy said, it made sense to use RATs before going to large gatherings, or every few days for those entering areas with vulnerable people, such as aged care and health settings.

"If it's negative, you're probably in the clear for at least the next few hours or … maybe the next few days," he said.


What?

Got a link to this?

My husband's sister is a well known specialist and she personally stated to me not to bother because they are so inaccurate anyway.

Oh and read your last sentence. Look at it more closely. It's not reassuring .... is it?

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Reply #20 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:53am
 
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:51am:
greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:46am:
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:39am:
Gordon wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 9:58am:
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 9:49am:
Gordon wrote on Jan 4th, 2022 at 11:59am:
My neighbour who is doing shopping runs for me got one of these today.

RightSign COVID 19 Antigen Test (Nasal Swab) Self Test 5 Pack (NOT For sale in WA)
Product ID: 2704762
$49.99

https://www.chemistwarehouse.com.au/buy/114087/rightsign-covid-19-antigen-test-(...


I'm sorry to have to tell you this but that's an absolute waste of money.



And made in China, I'm somewhat skeptical.


Ah yes! I forgot about that little detail.

These bastard tests only function IF you have Covid19 symptoms. And even then they're potentially inaccurate anyway. Why bother?


"What [they are] very good at is picking up whether you're in the infectious phase. That means the time you're actually likely to be shedding the virus and actually spreading it to other people," he said.

For that reason, Dr Moy said, it made sense to use RATs before going to large gatherings, or every few days for those entering areas with vulnerable people, such as aged care and health settings.

"If it's negative, you're probably in the clear for at least the next few hours or … maybe the next few days," he said.


What?

Got a link to this?



COVID rapid antigen tests can return false negatives, but experts say they're accurate when it counts the most
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Reply #21 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 11:00am
 
The queues for testing are superspreader spots, with a quarter of those tested being positive.

https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRiIsfaFH40k2NQiC7w1vuM8NAA...

Queueing in a car? Plant 100s of trees to offset your emission for idling, stop/starting in a queue for hours and hours.
https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRNFLxhzZIK1oSkcq-8G6yFU8ru...


NSW Health says, 'Getting tested for Covid 19 is free, convenient and easy'.  Cheesy Cheesy Cheesy




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Reply #22 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 11:15am
 
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:39am:
Gordon wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 9:58am:
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 9:49am:
Gordon wrote on Jan 4th, 2022 at 11:59am:
My neighbour who is doing shopping runs for me got one of these today.

RightSign COVID 19 Antigen Test (Nasal Swab) Self Test 5 Pack (NOT For sale in WA)
Product ID: 2704762
$49.99

https://www.chemistwarehouse.com.au/buy/114087/rightsign-covid-19-antigen-test-(...


I'm sorry to have to tell you this but that's an absolute waste of money.



And made in China, I'm somewhat skeptical.


Ah yes! I forgot about that little detail.

These bastard tests only function IF you have Covid19 symptoms. And even then they're potentially inaccurate anyway. Why bother?


https://www.tga.gov.au/covid-19-test-kits-included-artg-legal-supply-australia

Dear God!

Look at the never ending list of approved suppliers ffs!

Germany
USA
UK
China <--- ????

Where is Australia?

This would have been an awesome opportunity to make money.

1. Employ Australians to manufacture these tests. Unemployment rate drops.

2.  The resultant supply of jobs and the resultant PAYE taxes would have helped our bankrupt government's financial predicament.

3. Money paid out to workers would have been spent in Australia to buy goods and services thus supporting Australia's economy PLUS more tax opportunities there for government through GST.

Why is so much $$$ leaking out of our nation's wallet??

This is not how you run any budget be it a family or business one. You MUST internalise everything you can so as to keep money from leaking. Otherwise it's like a water leak....you'll be hit with a huge bill!

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Reply #23 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 11:36am
 
greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:53am:
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:51am:
greggerypeccary wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:46am:
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:39am:
Gordon wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 9:58am:
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 9:49am:
Gordon wrote on Jan 4th, 2022 at 11:59am:
My neighbour who is doing shopping runs for me got one of these today.

RightSign COVID 19 Antigen Test (Nasal Swab) Self Test 5 Pack (NOT For sale in WA)
Product ID: 2704762
$49.99

https://www.chemistwarehouse.com.au/buy/114087/rightsign-covid-19-antigen-test-(...


I'm sorry to have to tell you this but that's an absolute waste of money.



And made in China, I'm somewhat skeptical.


Ah yes! I forgot about that little detail.

These bastard tests only function IF you have Covid19 symptoms. And even then they're potentially inaccurate anyway. Why bother?


"What [they are] very good at is picking up whether you're in the infectious phase. That means the time you're actually likely to be shedding the virus and actually spreading it to other people," he said.

For that reason, Dr Moy said, it made sense to use RATs before going to large gatherings, or every few days for those entering areas with vulnerable people, such as aged care and health settings.

"If it's negative, you're probably in the clear for at least the next few hours or … maybe the next few days," he said.


What?

Got a link to this?



COVID rapid antigen tests can return false negatives, but experts say they're accurate when it counts the most


Thanks for that link.

It's a hilarious read ie its full of contradictions.

Here's just 1.

The advantage of this [rapid antigen] test is that it's really convenient and you get the results really quickly, but its disadvantage is it's got a much higher false negative rate," Dr Moy said.

"That means you may get a test result, which comes back negative … but, in fact, you actually have COVID.


It's kinda like this (as this has happened to me I'll use this example).

1. I take an in home pregnancy test (these are not accurate).

2. The result comes up as a false negative.

3. I then go out for dinner and drink a glass of wine.

4. I then go to a doctor who gives me a blood test and that consultation reveals I'm 2 months pregnant.

5. I then spend the rest of my pregnancy worried (and guilty) for having passed on something to my child.

These at home tests are a waste of money.

Even articles can't come up with much of a positive message. If they do they then contradict that message.

No!

The clear pathway forward :

1. Pro active approach (well we are talking health and safety and risk minimisation).

2. Blood tests <--- why is there no blood test for this yet? Australia should be investing in this technology ---> reap the benefits in amazing profits for Australia WHILE keeping Australians safe! Health + Economy is sorted with 1 stone.

3. PCR tests <---- invest in this technology for the same reason. Keep the business and profits HERE in Australia! Plus help Australians stay safe!


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Reply #24 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 11:46am
 


Grin Grin This gov knew Omicron was coming to Australia. They even couldn't shut the door to keep out the virus. You expect them to make RAT for Australians? Too much!
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Reply #25 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 12:09pm
 
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:51am:
My husband's sister is a well known specialist and ...









Is there - by any chance - a
conspiracy theorist
out there,
who DOESN'T
"know someone"

- who has
"insider information"
on anything and everything ?








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Reply #26 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 12:34pm
 
buzzanddidj wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 12:09pm:
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:51am:
My husband's sister is a well known specialist and ...









Is there - by any chance - a
conspiracy theorist
out there,
who DOESN'T
"know someone"

- who has
"insider information"
on anything and everything ?








.


Buzz, I have to ask you this question:

Were you deprived of art n craft classes as a child?

And umm no...my sister in law is definitely not a conspiracy theorist. She's like her brother (my husband) ie triple Pfizer vaccinated and one of the first in the family to have their vaccine passport.

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Reply #27 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 1:26pm
 
Seems like people oppose capitalism when it affects them negatively.
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Reply #28 - Jan 5th, 2022 at 1:52pm
 
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 12:34pm:
buzzanddidj wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 12:09pm:
Lisa Jones wrote on Jan 5th, 2022 at 10:51am:
My husband's sister is a well known specialist and ...









Is there - by any chance - a
conspiracy theorist
out there,
who DOESN'T
"know someone"

- who has
"insider information"
on anything and everything ?








.




my sister in law is definitely not a conspiracy theorist.








I'm not even sure that you HAVE a husband, a sister-in-law - who is a (whatever you claimed) - and which ones you've written
'conspiracy theorist'
into their biographies (and much less do I care)

HOWEVER - your
naivety, gullibility and easily led nature
- leaves little doubt

My footy mate - who is also one of Australia's leading clinical psychiatrists
- on reading several of your posts - recommended you travel to Switzerland and seek out some therapeutic help, with a top team in Vienna







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