The problem is not the virus. The problem is the lack of credible information.
Yes, the virus exists and is dangerous. Yes, there are groups of people that should take extra precautions up to and including semi-isolation. For most people just being careful and being healthy works.
Here are some facts:
the PCR test is the primary test for COVID
the guy that invented the test has specifically stated, “it is not a reliable indicator and should NOT be used to test for COVID”
Why? As with all tests of this type, the sample must be “amplified” to be able to detect the virus. The standard for this test is 30X. The experts have stated that amplification past that level will result in false positives. Dr Fauci stated that going past 35X was bad. In the US they are using 45-47X amplification. There is absolutely no doubt that many of the positives are false. Some think it could be 50-70%.
When amplification like that is used then any type of SARS-like virus particle can show as COVID positive. What are those? Just about any type of cold or sinus issue and many other every day common issues, including the flu. Your body will have dead virus particles weeks after these common ailments. The test will amplify the dead particles and ID it as positive for COVID.
Decisions about masks, quarantine, shutting businesses and other things are based on the infection rate.
Why are infection rates high in super densely populated areas like NY? A main culprit is close living quarters. When you have a high rise apartment building with common HVAC systems there will be particles from one housing unit being transported to other units. The HVAC filters are not designed to remove virus particles. The question is - how many particles does it take to cause an infection? So, when you are social distancing in the big box or grocery store just realize that you are breathing recirculated air from everyone else in the store. My best advice is to go early to minimize the amount of particles you are exposed to.
[quote]The problem is not the virus. The problem is the lack of credible information.
Yes, the virus exists and is dangerous. Yes, there are groups of people that should take extra precautions up to and including semi-isolation. For most people just being careful and being healthy works.
Here are some facts:
the PCR test is the primary test for COVID
the guy that invented the test has specifically stated, “it is not a reliable indicator and should NOT be used to test for COVID”
Why? As with all tests of this type, the sample must be “amplified” to be able to detect the virus. The standard for this test is 30X. The experts have stated that amplification past that level will result in false positives. Dr Fauci stated that going past 35X was bad. In the US they are using 45-47X amplification. There is absolutely no doubt that many of the positives are false. Some think it could be 50-70%.
When amplification like that is used then any type of SARS-like virus particle can show as COVID positive. What are those? Just about any type of cold or sinus issue and many other every day common issues, including the flu. Your body will have dead virus particles weeks after these common ailments. The test will amplify the dead particles and ID it as positive for COVID.
Decisions about masks, quarantine, shutting businesses and other things are based on the infection rate.
Why are infection rates high in super densely populated areas like NY? A main culprit is close living quarters. When you have a high rise apartment building with common HVAC systems there will be particles from one housing unit being transported to other units. The HVAC filters are not designed to remove virus particles. The question is - how many particles does it take to cause an infection? So, when you are social distancing in the big box or grocery store just realize that you are breathing recirculated air from everyone else in the store. My best advice is to go early to minimize the amount of particles you are exposed to.
I would imagine most all people here, except those that are super inconsiderate of others, have always practiced self Isolation while being sick. I’ve had the Flu and been sick a few times in my life. I stay home from work and don’t mingle. Common sense things. When our kids were young and they got sick, we didn’t take them anywhere unless it was the doc’s office. Never wore a mask and still won’t unless absolutely necessary.
Here is George Carlin ahead of his time on Covid. Note: harsh language.
Yea, I got it, you want to start getting political on the off Topic forum… and you have a lot of hate in you. You have to be getting up in years, at a minimum at least 70. At your age why be so hateful? Why not at least offer sage life advice leaving out your personal biases and name calling?
Our Politicians don’t want to do any studies on Repurposed drugs, there is no money in it for them. You can get enough Ivermectin to treat a 1200lb horse for about 5 bucks.
How about an EO(Executive Order Pea Pad) that requires the entire CONgress to be wormed…they all full of stool.
How sad to watch people die over politics…especially the elderly that have survived sooooo many trials in their lives. The main purpose of society is to protect its weakest members.
When the gilding is washed off this farce by scientific proof…the lawyers will have a field day chasing the hearses.
I sure bet you I get the vaccine. Then I wont have to worry about the azz holes that don’t. They’re the ones that will have to worry about getting Covid.
Bob I really hope this vaccine works for you. But why am I an arse hole if I choose not to take it? You really are a racist closed minded person. What if I choose to take ivermectin and it works and you get the mRNA vaccine and it screws with your dna and forces your body to fight itself? Why you so hateful?
Some people are azz holes way before Covid or the elections. Its just the way they are. I used to post a lot of crappie pics, flounder gigging and shrimping. There was always a couple of smart azz holes that would comment. Bullies, they are sitting just waiting until someone posted and they pounced. You’re the same kind of azz hole. No one will post for that reason. I read the posts on the political forum a long time. Thats where I formed my opinion of you why I think you are so low down. How the hel* I got started commenting is beyond me.
So my political stance is what’s made you think I’m the lowest of the low? Lol. I’d still like to understand some specifics of your reasoning for me being immoral. Because that is far from the truth.