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Good news, DD tested negative on the rapid test. Bad news, not sure what she has. Apparently there have been adult breakthrough cases of measles. Very rare, but still a possibility. Her primary care doctor pondering, hoping it’s just some random, run of the mill rash. Fingers crossed 🤞.

Might be Covid? I've survived this pandemic so far reasonably unscathed however, I may have a breakthrough case. My only noticeable symptom has been really bad headaches that are subsiding so I just blamed them on stress. I rarely get headaches and then primarily as an allergic reaction to...

I've been washing and reusing masks for awhile now. I'm off to buy some new ones today. I did not use mask prior to covid when I cleaned my chicken coop. But now, I always mask up. I got a little bit of a sore throat recently and I immediately suspected it was a reaction to my new COPD...

Thank you for asking. Yes. I get my healthcare through the Boston VA Medical Center. In the midst of the pandemic they cut back on in person appointments and switched some patients to telehealth appointments. However, some things just don't work over the phone. I was able to see my podiatrist...

Good for you for not caving to the pressure. Honestly, the best you can do is take care of yourself and set an example. Best wishes for your continued good health.

I still wear my masks when going shopping and if I end up in crowded situations. Many of the cities and towns in Massachusetts are re-instating mask mandates. Cases of Covid have been greatly increasing since schools have re-opened. For the most part, IMHO masking up and social distancing while...

I agree @sourland. The vaccine isn't a cure all but it's the best defense available right now. I am so looking forward to getting the booster shot when it is available. I'm also looking forward to getting my annual high dose flu shot soon. DD and I still social distance and mask up in stores...

It really is good to hear you are fine. It's been a tough 1 1/2 years for sure. Best of luck to you and your family.

How did you do with Ida? It is good to hear from you.

Massachusetts and New Hampshire are not requiring masks, just suggesting it's a good idea. However, most school kids under 12 are supposed to wear masks. I went shopping in both states yesterday and mask wearing indoors was about 40 masked to 60 unmasked. I guess some people don't care if they...

Great news, the booster shots are coming! I am so looking forward to getting mine.

I agree with @aart. I got my second shot of the Moderna vax at the end of February but I started wearing my mask inside stores and even outside in crowds when the Delta variant started to get really bad. Even if you are vaccinated you can still get COVID but likely a milder case just like with...

All the news on the Delta variant has a lot of people wearing masks in public again. It's not mandatory at all here in Massachusetts, but recommended. Yesterday I stopped at Trader Joes for groceries and nearly everyone was masked, except for this one strange woman who was maskless running...

Greetings all. I thought I would pop in and say hello. Just when we thought things were getting better, this Delta variant is starting to get ugly. I still don't go out all that much, never really did much since I retired but have been going mask-less for a few months now. I peeked at the...

Massachusetts has dropped nearly all restrictions and mandates related to the coronavirus. Yesterday DD and I went shopping and kept our masks handy. Stores are requesting un vaccinated people to please wear a mask, otherwise wearing a mask is optional. I wore a mask in the first store we went...

Even fully vaccinated you are still at risk of getting sick. Just like flu shots you are not 100% protected. You can still get the virus but it’s likely much less severe. I am near 70 and have pre-existing health issues so I’m still at risk from any type of virus. When I get a simple cold it...

Yes the whole Covid-19 emergency declaration is due to expire the second week of June. The mask mandate is ending soon for fully vaccinated individuals. However I have trust issues and people do lie. I will wear my mask in public when inside or in crowded outdoor spaces. And it really hasn't...

So happy for you @BDutch. Things are starting to resemble some normalcy here and it is great. I'm working on controlling my pandemic "hoarding" illness and only stocking up for a regular month's supply of groceries and paper products. They are lightening up on wearing masks outdoors here, but I...

How has Covid-19 affected my daily life, currently: I and DD are fully vaccinated. Restaurants are increasing their indoor capacity. Entertainment type venues are opening up with reduced occupancy rates but life is getting closer to some semblance of normalcy. The Senior Center is re-opening but...

The last time I did the refresher CPR class the instructor told us to sing that song in our heads to keep the compressions timed. It does work. LOL!