catmiss Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 As restrictions are lifted, to the relief of many individuals, businesses and ‘the economy’, perhaps it’s time for people to do their own risk assessment and engage in the activities/take precautions they feel comfortable with Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thirsty Relic Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 Well, like many people I've been almost a prisoner in my house for the last year or so, therefore I'm nervous about going out again, and am certainly not going to go mad in a few hours time (or even on June 21st or whenever). Hopefully, gradually I'll get back to normal! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sibon Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 7 minutes ago, catmiss said: As restrictions are lifted, to the relief of many individuals, businesses and ‘the economy’, perhaps it’s time for people to do their own risk assessment and engage in the activities/take precautions they feel comfortable with A gold star for this post. It really is time for people to take responsibility for themselves. We should begin by requiring those who refuse the vaccine to take out some health insurance to pay for treatment if they get the virus. Then, we should let people know the risks of everyday settings and let them get on with stuff if they want to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_DADDY Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 1 minute ago, sibon said: A gold star for this post. It really is time for people to take responsibility for themselves. We should begin by requiring those who refuse the vaccine to take out some health insurance to pay for treatment if they get the virus. Then, we should let people know the risks of everyday settings and let them get on with stuff if they want to. My bold. Outrageous suggestion. You have the experimental injection if you like (due to end trials in 2023) but to suggest anyone who won't take the experimental injection is sanctioned is pure discrimination. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thirsty Relic Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 1 minute ago, sibon said: We should begin by requiring those who refuse the vaccine to take out some health insurance to pay for treatment if they get the virus. So, we all pay for the HNS and the extra Covid measures through our taxes, and will be paying for this pandemic for years to come, and yet you want to make a section of taxpayers take out extra insurance cover for something they have already paid for, and will still be continuing to pay for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sibon Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 7 minutes ago, Thirsty Relic said: So, we all pay for the HNS and the extra Covid measures through our taxes, and will be paying for this pandemic for years to come, and yet you want to make a section of taxpayers take out extra insurance cover for something they have already paid for, and will still be continuing to pay for? No. I want those who decide to potentially place extra burdens on the NHS to take responsibility for their decision. That’s all. The jab is safe. Take it. If you don’t want the NHS approved jab, then look after yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catmiss Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 12 minutes ago, sibon said: A gold star for this post. It really is time for people to take responsibility for themselves. We should begin by requiring those who refuse the vaccine to take out some health insurance to pay for treatment if they get the virus. Then, we should let people know the risks of everyday settings and let them get on with stuff if they want to. Isn’t deciding not to be vaccinated the result of an individual’s own risk assessment? The NHS wouldn’t expect someone who engaged in other ‘risky’ activities to be covered by insurance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sibon Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 (edited) 8 minutes ago, catmiss said: Isn’t deciding not to be vaccinated the result of an individual’s own risk assessment? The NHS wouldn’t expect someone who engaged in other ‘risky’ activities to be covered by insurance. In this case, nobody is engaged in risky procedures. Covid can affect anyone. This is a medical emergency, the like of which we’ve never seen. I don’t think it is unreasonable to expect people to take advantage of a free, safe vaccine. For the few who won’t, that is their choice, but they should also choose to deal with the consequences of that choice. This isn’t about rock climbing, or smoking. This is a killer virus that we are trying to combat. People who believe that the trial doesn’t end until 2023, or that it contains a government tracker are a bit odd in my opinion. They are also a danger to the rest of us. ETA: I should have made clear that I don’t include those who can’t take the vaccine, for health reasons. Edited May 16, 2021 by sibon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest makapaka Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 32 minutes ago, sibon said: A gold star for this post. It really is time for people to take responsibility for themselves. We should begin by requiring those who refuse the vaccine to take out some health insurance to pay for treatment if they get the virus. Then, we should let people know the risks of everyday settings and let them get on with stuff if they want to. I agree with everything up to the health insurance thing which is bats. scrap that and I’m with you all the way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apelike Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 27 minutes ago, sibon said: No. I want those who decide to potentially place extra burdens on the NHS to take responsibility for their decision. Would that also include the obese or smokers as well, after all they also drain resources and place extra burdens on the NHS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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