Those Who Have Had Covid Lately

[Scarlett]

I had a friend over today, having seen nobody over Christmas. Her whole family Took lateral flow tests before getting together over Christmas. However, when she got home from seeing me, she tested positive. I was just wondering what the likelihood is that I have caught it from her, bearing in mind she was technically negative when we were together? Has anybody else been in the situation?

[bobbinwales]

Or that she got it from you?
Was hers lft or pcr. If lft maybe worth redoing tomorrow. You could do some to

[pixie374]

Yes.... we had a few close family over on Christmas day, everyone tested negative the night before (also had met up)- and now a few of us have some symptoms and have sent of for pcr tests. My sister and I have to isolate until results are back- so have had to let all clients and relatives know as well... one of my sister's friends had tested positive on Christmas eve and several other friends recently (who we haven't been in contact with). I would just test, if I were you, anyway.

[bobbinwales]

There does seem to be alot more cases this week. Neighbours , total 5 people, on both sides are isolating over Xmas after positive pcrs and the spread amoung young footballers is such an increase on a few weeks ago.
If in doubt I'd test...pcr is most reliable

[LadyCG]

Had a few festive tipples, Nailit?

[bobbinwales]

Nailit... helpful answers are best. you made your point lots of times. Give others a chance to help

[Atheist]

Nailit; that was a very crass post. Did anyone say "Boo hoo" to you when your mum was ill?

[pixie374]

I do agree, nailit, this can't go on forever- the lockdowns and isolations are also harmful, particularly to vulnerable people. I'm really hoping this version is a lot milder, and it will end up more like flu. I feel like I have been battered over the head with it now, and don't trust any statistics any more (because they are only giving one side), but- still have to be careful myself, due to who I work with.

[Mamyalynne]

I'm sure Scarlett is wide awake and doing a test will let her know how cautious she should be near vulnerable people.

[Atheist]

Nailit; have the decency to acknowlege or apologise for your crass post.

[pixie374]

I've been questioning slightly, too. I think that's allowed.

[nailit]

// Did anyone say "Boo hoo" to you when your mum was ill? //
My Mum was dying. She didnt need to be *Tested* to see if she was terminal....
It was obvious!!!

[Mamyalynne]

You may not believe in testing and following sensible guidelines Nailit but there's no need to come onto a threadlike an incendiary device.

Just converse calmly.

[Mamyalynne]

Unhelpful Melv.