Coronavirus

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3521

Global Cases 4,526,934
Global Deaths 303,407

Australia
Cases 7,019
Deaths 98
Critical 18
Cases per Million 276

UK
Cases 233,151
Deaths 33,614
Critical 1,559
Cases per Million 3,437

USA
Cases 1,457,593
Deaths 86,912
Critical 16,240
Cases per Million 4,407

Unemployment

Australia has lost 600000 jobs since Coronavirus started. Unemployment has risen to 6.2 per cent, and workforce participation has plunged to 63 per cent. In all, the Australian Bureau of Statistics said 2.7 million Australians either left the labour force, lost their job or had their hours reduced.

The initial impact has been concentrated on industries that have been shut down by government policy. According to ABS/ATO data, jobs in accommodation and food services have fallen by 33.5 per cent; and in arts, sports and recreation by 27 per cent.

Cruising is Off the Agenda

Federal Tourism Minister Simon Birmingham has cautioned against booking cruise tickets, stressing that there is no set date they will be permitted to return to sea amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Many cruise companies have been taking bookings for this year and early 2021, but Birmingham said it would be “optimistic” to think they would be operating again by September.

3522

Ah Ha. That explains the strange wailing and crying sound I’ve been hearing, as if millions of Aussie men have lost the will to live. :cry::cry::cry:

3523

Same in the UK.

3524

Global Cases 4,628,729
Global Deaths 308,645

Australia
Cases 7,037
Deaths 98
Critical 17
Cases per Million 276

UK
Cases 236,711
Deaths 33,998
Critical 1,559
Cases per Million 3,489

USA
Cases 1,484,285
Deaths 88,507
Critical 16,139
Cases per Million 4,488

3525

I hadn’t realised posters here are of such an advanced age. As an over 50’s forum…I assumed…50…60…70 maybe?

Perhaps as an 80yr old you’d just need to up the dose a bit?

3526

Plus the rest of the additional years! That comment just shows age is not noticed unless it’s visually detected. The body often deteriorates when the mind still functions as it used to at a younger age. I’m over 70 and believe I still have all my marbles, some may doubt that but that’s their problem!
:wink: :slight_smile:

3527

Nowt wrong wi’ your marbles lad, they are very clever marbles indeed :smiley:

3528

:023: Thanks Lion Queen, I hadn’t expected any compliments and
anyway I am just on ordinary type of person. :blush:

3529

I’m not of an advanced age at all. But some here are.

Vit D supplements won’t work no matter how many you take if your body no longer works as it should. That happens after 50 and by 80 parts of the body just start working at x% of what they used to. We were never built to live so long.

3530

Global Cases 4,721,848
Global Deaths 313,260

Australia
Cases 7,044
Deaths 98
Critical 16
Cases per Million 277

UK
Cases 240,161
Deaths 34,466
Critical 1,559
Cases per Million 3,540

USA
Cases 1,507,773
Deaths 90,113
Critical 16,248
Cases per Million 4,558

Fascinating article on the economics of the shutdown versus the cost of letting the virus rip to achieve herd immunity.

Well worth a read.

It is written by two Professors of Economics one from Uni of NSW and one from Melbourne Uni.

3531

I tried to some evidence to support your view but there’s absolutely nothing about older people being unable to absorb vitamin D. I found this article though:

Vitamin D
Our body makes most of our vitamin D in reaction to sunlight on our skin. It’s also found in a small number of foods including oily fish, eggs, margarine, yoghurt and fortified breakfast cereals. However, people over the age of 65 are at risk of not getting enough vitamin D, especially when we’re not exposed to much sun.

The expert view
British Dietetic Association spokesperson Priya Tew says: ‘It can be difficult in the UK to meet our vitamin D needs through sunlight and diet alone. For this reason, it’s recommended that over-65s take a supplement of vitamin D of 10 micrograms per day. Try to get out in the sun for 10-15 minutes a day without sunscreen, too.’

You can buy vitamin D supplements at most pharmacies and supermarkets, but be sure not to take more than 25 micrograms per day, as it could be harmful. Also, while some sunlight is beneficial, remember to cover up or protect your skin if you’re out in the sun for long periods.

It we can all accept this as an expert opinion which actually recommends that older people take a vitamin D supplement.

3532

Hi!. I am coming up to 93. I still drive. Have driven everything from cars to busses, tanks, lorries motorcycles etc; since 1944. I have never had to make a claim or had a claim made against me.
I live on my own and manage OK though do get a bit forgetful at times when it comes to shopping.
Have I still got all my marbles? Yes I like to think so.

3533

There’s no intention to question the ability of older people or count their marbles:shock: AnnieS introduced an age factor into the discussion and I was questioning her opinion that older people can’t absorb vitamin D. :lol:

3534

I’m not so sure about that. There was a story on the evening news 2 days ago about a 113 yr old Spanish woman who overcame a case of Covid-19.

3535

Good heavens. You are old, aren’t you?
Good luck. Hoping you receive your telegram from HM. :lol:

3536

Not much changes as we age Annie, only habits…
Sunshine and the great outdoors usually cures most things…:cool:

3537

You are a fine example to us all Ben, and I suspect your frame of mind has overcome many obstacles over the years including illness…
Long may you continue to be wise…:023::023::023:

3538

“Drugs to thin blood can prevent Virus Deaths”

Interesting news, today, in the DT. (Front Page)

“London Specialists made the discovery after finding Covid-19 caused potentially deadly blood clots in the lungs of most patients who die.”

“NHS England is set to issue hospitals with new guidance on blood thinning which is likely to lead to carefully administered higher doses for the critically ill”
Very good article, with above title, suggesting that thinners (presumably warfarin, etc) might well be an exciting break through.

For once, I’m glad to be on thinners!

:surprised:

3539

I’ve often thought a “like” button would be a good idea on here - be perhaps we also need a “slap” button! :lol::lol::lol::lol::lol:

3540

I’m surprised because there are lots of studies mentioning this, so not my view but something I’ve read. I came across it when I had vit D deficiency a few years ago and was trying to understand why. It’s a complex subject and will depend on the underlying health of each individual, kidney function and the relationship with calcium absorption. In my case I was taking cod liver oil daily but still had a reduced vit D.

" hypovitaminosis D remains a public health problem at all ages, world-wide.This provides a bad start for those getting older, since ageing reduces outdoor activity, food intake and skin synthesis, and also gut absorption of vitamin D which can only worsen the problems relating to hypovitaminosis D in the elderly"