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19 minutes ago, Steve Watts said:

Absolutely.  

My point was more that to reduce it to 300 out of 67m is very dismissive.  

The sensible approach is to be cautious, but not worried; but also not complacent.  Seems to me that there seems to be two extremes of views and very little in-between.  We're either all going to die, or no-one is going to be a risk!

I don't see anyone on here saying we're all going to die or heard anybody say that...

13 minutes ago, havanatopia said:

Perhaps so but the fact remains Italy reacted rather late in this regard. That of course does not mean I agree with their quarantining. 

At the end of the day we have two choices here... We let it run its course by as many common sense measures as possible or we shut down the world the latter of which seems to be China and Italy's approach. Not saying either is right or wrong for any given country. What we do know is that this is not the bubonic plague and since it is not a sensible measured response is better and will be proved so in my opinion.

For people to come on here and purport to know more than the govt and to throw silly politicised remarks around like half a working week is rather churlish.

I love how you put these two sentences in the same post.

9 minutes ago, havanatopia said:

Not really helped Italy thus far though has it in all fairness!

Oh deary me. We know this for a fact do we? 

One country reducing its intake of Chinese is never a bad thing. Lovely people the Armenians. 

Well yes it has, it could've be much much worse if they didn't quarantine as soon as they did. Same goes for Wuhan in China, it's the only reason it's stabilised over there.

Since Italy's average age is higher than most paces it made sense. 

I recommend watching this doctor, he gives you an idea of how important some measures are:

5 hours ago, havanatopia said:

Very much doubt it. Especially if the govt continue their sensible approach.

Latin countries tend to be more family oriented and social and, although not this time of year, spend more time in family get together's. Might also be relevant here. 

I don't think our approach is sensible as it could be. We're approaching this in a very reactive way rather than proactive.  

Italy are trying to stay one step ahead of coronavius by shutting schools and large events. We're reacting slowly and I don't see schools etc being closed until its too late. It'll probably happen no matter what, but the spread can be slowed which is the main thing to help hospitals 

6 minutes ago, BS4 on Tour... said:

Yep...especially as we are allowing people to fly into the UK from affected areas of Italy and pretty much do as they like ...

I saw a tweet of someone who flew to an Italian airport with no checks. It’s almost like some countries have already admitted defeat or something 

17 million have been quarantined in Italy now. We’re a little over a week behind them I wondering if it’ll be a similar case here. 

2 minutes ago, Super said:

First person in Bristol confirmed. Just back from Northern Italy.

Bristol Post saying he self isolated immediately after he returned, which is good news at least. I hope it doesn't spread fast

2 minutes ago, ChippenhamRed said:

My 3% is based on the following from the WHO:

“Globally, about 3.4% of reported COVID-19 cases have died. By comparison, seasonal flu generally kills far fewer than 1% of those infected.“

https://www.who.int/dg/speeches/detail/who-director-general-s-opening-remarks-at-the-media-briefing-on-covid-19---3-march-2020

I appreciate “reported” is a significant word there, but nonetheless it’s a clear statement from the WHO that the risk is substantially greater than ordinary flu.

The WHO is far safer to go by of course.

People have to remember these death rates are occurring when hospitals are working fine. If even 5% of our population catch this the hospitals will be crammed and I'll be surprised if that rate doesn't rise. I agree with your earlier statement, people understating this are very self absorbed.  

7 minutes ago, ChippenhamRed said:

This sort of thoughtless ambivalence and disregard for the vulnerable is more dangerous than any “overreaction”. Just getting on with our lives and making no adjustments for a virus with a 3% fatality rate will literally kill people.

I've seen 3% death rates too but for some reason this site shows 6%... but it's "Just a flu" 

https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/ 

In "Closed Cases" 

It's spreading in London right now which is a bit concerning. I see us being in a similar state that Italy are currently going through in a week, minus the quarantining of entire towns. 

This UK doctor on YouTube has been a very good source of info 

14 hours ago, LondonBristolian said:

He had but he got symptoms a day or two after leaving - so he could have been infecting people for a couple of weeks beforehand...

The update https://www.bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/edf-energy-issue-update-following-3908105 

Says he didn't pose an infection risk whilst in bristol. So alls good 

Tried to buy some hand steriliser over the weekend everywhere was sold out  

4 minutes ago, Super said:

Does seem to be now gathering pace quickly.

Unfortunately so 

19 minutes ago, Super said:

Ireland v Italy in the rugby called off. Wonder if some of the European football games will go the same way.

At this rate it feels likely. The Olympics too. I think if that happens it'll be the least of our concerns 

3 hours ago, Vincent Vega said:

When reality hits home.

 

Such a funny thread. Some are so convinced the prices will drive our fans away. They don't understand that what you pay for is what you get. 

Rover's best days are most likely behind them. 

1 hour ago, BCFC11 said:

Wow. I know the majority of the Fewers are thick but this one takes the biscuit! Even his own are taking the piss 

The rant in all its glory.....

 

 

 

This guy is my favourite gashead 

3 hours ago, Vincent Vega said:

They even obsess at tea time  !

 

Never been a fan of square plates 

Weak banter tbf 

I reckon Cotts would take it if offered. Doubt they could afford him tho 

2 hours ago, phantom said:

Actually reading another post, I remember why their supporters are laughed at so easily !

 

Saw that earlier, couldn’t tell if he’s having a laaaarf or being serious. Gave me a chuckle tho 

We’re going Europe 

2 minutes ago, BobBobSuperBob said:

Apparently Joe Bryan is in the away end

 

Not sure if anyone knew ...

He's looking down on us like

42 minutes ago, The Dolman Pragmatist said:

After Saturday, not sure that I can justify Hunt (at fault for both goals) ahead of the much-criticised Pisano (who I actually thought had a decent game)...

But but... apparently we're not allowed to have an opinion on any of these players until they've played 100+ games for us  ( according to some posters on here)

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15 minutes ago, pillred said:

optimistic as ever!

Haha well what’s I said is open to interpretation 

Think our team’s ability will be shown up today