# COVID-19: Discussion (2022 Onwards) **URL:** \ **Category:** Spy Lounge\ **Tags:** coronavirus, covid-19\ **Created:** [December 31, 2021, 12:24am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200 "2021-12-31T00:24:43Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 131
**Author:** ![JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/9dc877/32.png) [@JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JohnsonTV)\ **Post date:** [November 3, 2023, 2:06am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2660 "2023-11-03T02:06:16Z")
> **[When was your last COVID booster shot? Here's the vaccine advice as the...](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-11-03/covid-wave-incoming-case-figures-reporting-booster/103054678)** > > COVID-19 case numbers are tipped to rise before Christmas. Here's the picture across Australia, the latest on booster shots, and changes to reporting of national figures. ---
**Author:** ![Radiohead](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/radiohead/32/21429_2.png) [@Radiohead](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Radiohead)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2023, 8:03am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2661 "2023-11-17T08:03:35Z")
Lookout WA, masks are back! šŸ˜ > **[Surging COVID cases see first public health measures introduced since WA's...](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-11-17/wa-public-hospitals-mask-requirements-roger-cook-covid-19/103120580)** > > From next Monday staff and patients in public hospitals must wearĀ surgical masks in high-risk clinical areas, as WA's eighth wave of COVID takes hold. ---
**Author:** ![Jack\_Laverty](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/6f9a4e/32.png) [@Jack\_Laverty](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Jack_Laverty)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2023, 8:07am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2662 "2023-11-17T08:07:36Z")
> [@Radiohead](#): > > Lookout WA, masks are back! I wouldnā€™t be surprised if some hospitals, aged care and other medical centres were taking their own steps already which could mean some places in other states may already be doing it. ---
**Author:** ![Mullet](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/mullet/32/358721_2.png) [@Mullet](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Mullet)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2023, 12:39pm UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2663 "2023-11-17T12:39:43Z")
I already made the decision to start wearing a mask, ans most likely while in Melbourne too. Even though Iā€™m vaccinated. I have never had COVID. But still. ---
**Author:** ![Karen\_Cee1](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/k/96bed5/32.png) [@Karen\_Cee1](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Karen_Cee1)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2023, 1:37pm UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2664 "2023-11-17T13:37:08Z")
Iā€™ve never caught COVID yet either, ---
**Author:** ![Mullet](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/mullet/32/358721_2.png) [@Mullet](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Mullet)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2023, 1:46pm UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2665 "2023-11-17T13:46:54Z")
I think I am prepared to get it, but it would be nice not too. I start summer school next week! (first part - online) šŸ˜› C ---
**Author:** ![Tane04](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/tane04/32/348677_2.png) [@Tane04](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Tane04)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2023, 9:13pm UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2667 "2023-11-17T21:13:30Z")
Iā€™ve never had COVID. ---
**Author:** ![Radiohead](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/radiohead/32/21429_2.png) [@Radiohead](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Radiohead)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2023, 9:52pm UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2668 "2023-11-17T21:52:20Z")
Me either. Not that i know of anyway! ---
**Author:** ![Mullet](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/mullet/32/358721_2.png) [@Mullet](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Mullet)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2023, 11:38pm UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2669 "2023-11-17T23:38:36Z")
> [@Jack\_Laverty](#): > > wouldnā€™t be surprised if some hospitals, aged care and other medical centres were taking their own steps already which could mean some places in other states may already be doing it. My medical centre has a doctor who refuses to see patients unless they have a mask on. But they donā€™t tell the patient until he calls them up for their appointment. They donā€™t even provide masks so imagine their annoyance and surprised they they come in to medical centre without a mask and being told this. On the other sides to that, perhaps the patients should carry a mask in case in. No doubt that though they will mandate mask to be worn though. ---
**Author:** ![Radiohead](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/radiohead/32/21429_2.png) [@Radiohead](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Radiohead)\ **Post date:** [November 17, 2023, 11:44pm UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2670 "2023-11-17T23:44:00Z")
Thatā€™s not right. If a medical centre or doctor wants a patient to wear a mask, they should provide one. Or at the very least, when the patient makes the appointment, they are asked to bring one with them. A lot of patients will forget though. ---
**Author:** ![Mullet](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/mullet/32/358721_2.png) [@Mullet](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Mullet)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2023, 12:56am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2671 "2023-11-18T00:56:58Z")
> [@Radiohead](#): > > Thatā€™s not right. If a medical centre or doctor wants a patient to wear a mask, they should provide one. > > Or at the very least, when the patient makes the appointment, they are asked to bring one with them. A lot of patients will forget though. From what I understand what you suggested is what they should do at the very least , they tell the patients right at the last minute . Oh sorry I did misspeak they do offer masks but only when the doctor tells you to get one from the reception. ---
**Author:** ![Jack\_Laverty](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/6f9a4e/32.png) [@Jack\_Laverty](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Jack_Laverty)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2023, 1:31am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2672 "2023-11-18T01:31:51Z")
> [@Mullet](#): > > My medical centre has a doctor who refuses to see patients unless they have a mask on. But they donā€™t tell the patient until he calls them up for their appointment. They donā€™t even provide masks so imagine their annoyance and surprised they they come in to medical centre without a mask and being told this. There was never any Drs that I came across that were like that, especially in a medical centre. Normally if they did have the rule in place at the time it was up to reception to encourage people to wear them. By the time you get to the Dr they are only focused on why you are there. When the mendates were in this is the only time you would see the Drs also asking about masks. This was my experience anyway. Hospitals and aged care would be diffrent. ---
**Author:** ![Mullet](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/mullet/32/358721_2.png) [@Mullet](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Mullet)\ **Post date:** [November 18, 2023, 2:06am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2673 "2023-11-18T02:06:34Z")
Yeah thatā€™s true Jack , hopefully my doctors will change itā€™s currently Covid policies and ensure they they warn their patients about mask wearing if requested. ---
**Author:** ![JasonF](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/jasonf/32/349220_2.png) [@JasonF](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JasonF)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2023, 7:17am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2674 "2023-11-20T07:17:19Z")
[https://twitter.com/Mark\_Butler\_MP/status/1726498357261341160](https://twitter.com/Mark_Butler_MP/status/1726498357261341160) I have accepted the latest advice from ATAGI on the use of new COVID-19 XBB 1.5 vaccine. The XBB 1.5 vaccines will be available along with the existing bivalent vaccines. All available COVID-19 vaccines continue to provide strong protection against serious disease. If you havenā€™t had your recommended dose(s) in 2023 this is a good reminder to get vaccinated. If youā€™ve had your recommended doses for 2023, you remain well protected against severe disease from COVID-19. Doses of XBB 1.5 will be delivered to providers throughout December. Check your eligibility here: [https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/atagi-recommended-covid-19-vaccine-doses?language=](https://www.health.gov.au/resources/publications/atagi-recommended-covid-19-vaccine-doses?language=) ---
**Author:** ![Tane04](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/tane04/32/348677_2.png) [@Tane04](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Tane04)\ **Post date:** [November 20, 2023, 7:54am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2675 "2023-11-20T07:54:02Z")
Iā€™ve already had five COVID vaccines. ---
**Author:** ![TV.Cynic](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/tv.cynic/32/316932_2.png) [@TV.Cynic](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/TV.Cynic)\ **Post date:** [November 29, 2023, 3:34pm UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2676 "2023-11-29T15:34:11Z")
> **[How did Australia's COVID strategy compare to other countries? New data paints...](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-11-29/australia-covid-data-on-masks-tests-deaths-spending/103160238)** > > While it's probably no surprise that governments spent billions of dollars fighting COVID-19, new data analysis shows how much Australians spent during the first three years of the pandemic.Ā  > Diving into the data, itā€™s clear that when it comes to healthcare spending and excess deaths, Australia has fared pretty well compared to other countries included in the AIHW analysis. > > Australia also had one of the worldā€™s lowest excess mortality rates. > > Australia closing its borders early and putting strict lockdowns in place played a large role in reducing both healthcare spending and excess deaths, Professor Dantas said. ---
**Author:** ![David](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/d/aeb1de/32.png) [@David](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/David)\ **Post date:** [December 23, 2023, 7:54am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2677 "2023-12-23T07:54:18Z")
I came back to Sydney with my family on Wednesday, after moving to Brisbane 9 weeks ago, for Christmas. I had planned a large lunch for today with my fatherā€™s side of the family as we can never seem to all get together on the day itself. I woke up this morning and tested positive and will now miss my nephews first Christmas. Naturally I burst into tears when my dad rung from the car on his way home after telling me about the day they had. I fucking hate this disease. ---
**Author:** ![Nicholas](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/nicholas/32/114_2.png) [@Nicholas](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Nicholas)\ **Post date:** [December 23, 2023, 7:56am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2678 "2023-12-23T07:56:39Z")
Sorry to hear this David. Do you have any symptoms? I still get irritated by the lack of control from the government about COVID. No need to enforce lockdowns but at least get masks in certain (risky) situations etc. ---
**Author:** ![David](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/d/aeb1de/32.png) [@David](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/David)\ **Post date:** [December 23, 2023, 7:58am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2679 "2023-12-23T07:58:23Z")
Yes, I have a runny nose and a cough. Itā€™s not that bad I donā€™t think but still enough for me to miss the whole week of plans. I agree, thereā€™s more the government could be doing, maybe masks on the plane needs to return. ---
**Author:** ![William\_C](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/william_c/32/305521_2.png) [@William\_C](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/William_C)\ **Post date:** [December 23, 2023, 8:05am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200/2680 "2023-12-23T08:05:08Z")
I am glad you didnā€™t go and spread your disease, naturally there would be some people who would not just care. I agree about masks on planes but should be extended to buses, trains and ubers/taxis. [Previous page](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200.md?page=130) [Next page](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/covid-19-discussion-2022-onwards/19200.md?page=132)