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Who is Covid positive and leaving house?

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KatyRebecca84 · 13/03/2022 13:02

DH and I both positive. He feels rough I feel like I’ve got a cold. DS3 not tested but fine and hyper. Out of interest, who is leaving the house still even though positive? I know legally it’s ok, But want to take DS for some fresh air. I wondered who else was doing the same?

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hedgehogger1 · 13/03/2022 13:08

No one I know has. It's in our house at the minute and everyone in my social circle has followed the guidelines as if they're still rules.

PinkSparklyPussyCat · 13/03/2022 13:13

I would go out for fresh air providing it was at a quiet time and you could easily avoid other people.

LoganberryJam · 13/03/2022 13:13

Meeting people inside or going to crowded places - no.

Taking your DS out for some fresh air and staying away from others - yes I would do this.

ThroughThickAndThin01 · 13/03/2022 13:14

I think it’s fine to go for a walk.

Plumbear2 · 13/03/2022 13:19

It hasn't come up yet. My sons school are still telling them to isolate. If I caught it I would only go out for food and medicine (we don't all have someone to get it for us).

AlwaysColdHands · 13/03/2022 13:24

My DD age 8 currently positive. She’s off school obviously but we’re taking her out for walks in quiet places.

Jules912 · 13/03/2022 13:25

I haven't yet but DD is the only one in our house who hasn't come down with it ( and probably won't as she had it in January), so I am wondering if it would really be so bad for me to take her to the childminder who's literally 5minutes walk away.

Rrrob · 13/03/2022 13:27

Dd1 tested positive today. DH tested positive last Sunday (now negative). I took DC to the rugby field across the road to run around this morning but won’t be going to usual baby groups etc.

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KatyRebecca84 · 13/03/2022 13:41

General consensus seems it’s ok then! Thanks

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TheKeatingFive · 13/03/2022 13:45

We went out for walks at quiet times, yes

bruffin · 13/03/2022 13:46

We've all had it this week. DS was first to go out on Saturday (D's day 10) DH have felt rotten. I'm wfh tomorrow (my day 10). DH off until Tuesday , his day , 10. Dd was with DH all Saturday moving house but didn't get it , may pop over tonight.

Mangogogogo · 13/03/2022 14:23

I did when i had it and it was law. I have no plans to test myself unless this changes again so will probably not know if I have it again. So If I feel well enough yeah, I will be going out

Mindymomo · 13/03/2022 14:26

All 4 of us here have covid, myself and adult DS2 are least affected so we are walking the dog. DH has been given antibiotics so I had to go and collect these from chemist, but obviously wore a mask and stood away from everyone. I think if you feel ok, walking and fresh air is good and I just cross the road when someone approaches.

MsMartini · 13/03/2022 14:49

www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/self-isolation-and-treatment/when-to-self-isolate-and-what-to-do/

I would. Solo outdoor exercise is mentioned in the guidance. I don't think there was ever a good public health reason (especially since vaccines) for people not to go for a solo walk but the legal duty meant it had to be very clear cut. For some, it may help their recovery, reducing the overall health burden.

Maybe we need a code though - carry a red stick or something - as in the days of the plague, so people know to steer clear

CremeEggThief · 13/03/2022 14:53

Why does it matter who else is or isn't? We all make different choices, depending on our individual circumstances.

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KatyRebecca84 · 13/03/2022 15:00

@CremeEggThief

Why does it matter who else is or isn't? We all make different choices, depending on our individual circumstances.
Because I am really unsure what others think and would like to know! My neighbours know we have it and are assuming we are staying put as does some family so I just wondered what other people thought and it’s made me feel better!
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CremeEggThief · 13/03/2022 15:02

But why do you care? It doesn't matter what people around you are doing. It's a personal choice for you to make for yourself and your family!

walksen · 13/03/2022 15:04

"But want to take DS for some fresh air"

Plenty of people did this when it was against the law. Typically they would say they were in a remote area, sticking to early hours, quiet areas etc

I wouldn't worry about doing the same now.

After all a large proportion of people are not testing at all and in a few weeks will have to pay to do so.

PowerhouseOfTheCell · 13/03/2022 15:22

I did when in Oct 2020 when everyone was still in ‘granny killer’ mode. I live on my own and by day 10 was honestly starting to hear voices so used to go for an early morning and late evening jog around the park

Lilaclavenders · 13/03/2022 16:00

Why do you care what others are doing? That shouldn't influence your decision imo.

SpringRainbow · 13/03/2022 16:43

Yes, I would probably go out for some fresh air. I never agreed with outlawing fresh air previously. Especially since not everyone has a garden or any outside space.

QuebecBagnet · 13/03/2022 16:46

Everyone I know who has covid is going to work as they’ve been told to by their boss. No wonder the numbers are going up.

QuebecBagnet · 13/03/2022 16:47

I left the house for solo bike rides.

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KatyRebecca84 · 13/03/2022 17:00

@CremeEggThief

But why do you care? It doesn't matter what people around you are doing. It's a personal choice for you to make for yourself and your family!
Isn’t this page about asking opinions? I’ve just explained why I asked! I felt guilty doing something I wasn’t sure about so knowing people would do the same is reassuring! Stop repeating yourself!!
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springiscom · 13/03/2022 17:04

I'm positive and so is my daughter. We have been out for walks over the weekend in quiet places, avoiding other people.