At risk definition
Over 70s are considered at risk because of statistics. However that does not mean that everyone if a certain age is necessarily at greater risk than someone in a other age group simply on age alone. The GMC and Royak College of GPs have both written to Government expressing their disagreement with the blanket policies based based purely on an arbitrary age and the increasing mental health issues caused.
Can we find a better risk assessment strategy.
Can we find a better risk assessment strategy.
Why the contribution is important
Many people are adversely affected by blanket restrictions based on one criterion. There may many over 70s who have more robust health and immune systems than some who are younger.
This selection of people by their birthday may only make overall illness worse and compliance with regulations difficult if not impossible. Laws need to be able to be followed
This selection of people by their birthday may only make overall illness worse and compliance with regulations difficult if not impossible. Laws need to be able to be followed
by GSS on May 10, 2020 at 01:05PM
Posted by lynr May 10, 2020 at 13:16
People should self select whether they isolate.
We certainly should do everything to support those who do feel it the best course for their individual circumstances.
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