Allow protected exercise for those on the shielding programme
Restricting all movement to people identified in the vulnerable groups has the potential to introduce secondary physical problems as well as the mental health implications. So in terms of relaxing a lockdown, without a vaccine, the threat of infection is of course increased. However, if countries like Ireland can faciliate people cocooned to exercise safely, then this would seem like a reasonable relaxation of restrictions whilst still maintaining physical distance and all the hygiene and safety standards that are recommended.
Why the contribution is important
We are being asked to live with the virus without being able to fully live if the requirement is that 24/7 lockdown is maintained longer term. It is reintroducing some quality of life while maintaining strict standards of hygiene and limiting direct physical contact where infection may arise. Systems like online shopping etc are not yet fully active for people on the shielding programme and the membership itself is being reviewed on an ongoing basis. So it is balancing risk with quality of life and finding some flexibility that promotes safety and the person.
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