Lateral Flow Tests

[MunsterHibee]

Just read on the official Hibs Facebook page they are asking people to take a lateral flow test before entering ER. Firstly whats a lateral flow test and is being double vaccinated not enough??? We don't use LFTs here in Ireland so I haven'ta clue what they are.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210827/05e928edf9b06dc3c7b1a2a262c23639.jpg

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[hibbysam]

Just read on the official Hibs Facebook page they are asking people to take a lateral flow test before entering ER. Firstly wtf is a lateral flow test and is being double vaccinated not enough???https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210827/05e928edf9b06dc3c7b1a2a262c23639.jpg

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They are advising you that to be on the safe side you can take one. It’s not a requirement of entry and no one is asking for proof if you don’t take one.

[MunsterHibee]

They’re not, they are advising you that to be on the safe side you can take one. It’s not a requirement.That's what I was more or less asking is it a requirement or not . I'm doubly vaccinated and have proof of vaccination.

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[hibbysam]

That's what I was more or less asking is it a requirement or not . I'm doubly vaccinated and have proof of vaccination.

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None of that is. I’ve edited my post as they are asking you to take a precautionary one, but in reality it makes no difference whether you do or don’t, and they are extremely unreliable in any case.

[MunsterHibee]

None of that is. I’ve edited my post as they are asking you to take a precautionary one, but in reality it makes no difference whether you do or don’t, and they are extremely unreliable in any case.Reason I'm abit bothered by it is I'm travelling over from Ireland for the St.Johnstone game at the end of September. I've had my double jab and have my vaccine cert etc. Don't want to walk up to ER and be asked for my lateral flow test results lol

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[Brightside]

Just read on the official Hibs Facebook page they are asking people to take a lateral flow test before entering ER. Firstly wtf is a lateral flow test and is being double vaccinated not enough???https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210827/05e928edf9b06dc3c7b1a2a262c23639.jpg

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Do you genuinely not know what an LF test is? The whole population has been advised the test at home weekly. It’s a very quick home testing kit.

[MunsterHibee]

Do you genuinely not know what an LF test is? The whole population has been advised the test at home weekly. It’s a very quick home testing kit.I live in Ireland we aren't asked to take any sort of LFT or antigen tests etc. Antigen tests haven't even been approved for use here yet.

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[hibbysam]

Reason I'm abit bothered by it is I'm travelling over from Ireland for the St.Johnstone game at the end of September. I've had my double jab and have my vaccine cert etc. Don't want to walk up to ER and be asked for my lateral flow test results lol

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That won’t be the case and isn’t the case now.

[Sir David Gray]

Point 7 - Where possible, keep a distance between you and other supporters when seated in the stadium.

What constitutes "a distance" when we're back at full capacity?

[MunsterHibee]

Point 7 - Where possible, keep a distance between you and other supporters when seated in the stadium.

What constitutes "a distance" when we're back at full capacity?Makes no sense. A ridiculous post by the club tbf. They posted a pic then on Facebook with that post of fans sitting right next to eachother in the stadium lol

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[Glory Lurker]

"Where possible...."

It's written right there.

[MunsterHibee]

"Where possible...."

It's written right there.Thanks mate [emoji106] still doesn't explain point 7 how to keep a distance from people when we're at full capacity.

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[Glory Lurker]

Thanks mate [emoji106] still doesn't explain point 7 how to keep a distance from people when we're at full capacity.

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It does. It's not possible to keep a distance when you're sat with folk all around you, but away there will be times moving around the stadium where it will be and they're asking we do that (which we should be doing anyway).

[The dalmeny]

Do you genuinely not know what an LF test is? The whole population has been advised the test at home weekly. It’s a very quick home testing kit.

a frightening op comment

[Stuart93]

Makes no sense. A ridiculous post by the club tbf. They posted a pic then on Facebook with that post of fans sitting right next to eachother in the stadium lol

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I’d imagine it’s guidance they’ve been told to give

[Brightside]

I’d imagine it’s guidance they’ve been told to give

It is. Same for all events. And advice from the government to try and reduce the spread. I’d guess a very small percentage are following that advice.

[Sir David Gray]

It does. It's not possible to keep a distance when you're sat with folk all around you, but away there will be times moving around the stadium where it will be and they're asking we do that (which we should be doing anyway).

It specifically mentions keeping a distance from others when seated, if you can.

[McSwanky]

Point 7 - Where possible, keep a distance between you and other supporters when seated in the stadium.

What constitutes "a distance" when we're back at full capacity?I suppose it means as big a distance as you can. I wouldn't think they are able to specify what that is as it will be different in different areas of the ground.

It would surely be ridiculous for them to provide a specific distance.

Seems fairly simple to me. It all boils down to people engaging their brain and using their common sense.

[McSwanky]

It specifically mentions keeping a distance from others when seated, if you can.So if there are 20000 at the game, it's not possible. If the stadium is half full, it will be more possible. Is it not pretty simple?

[Glory Lurker]

It specifically mentions keeping a distance from others when seated, if you can.

Ha ha! So it does. Thankfully it does say where possible so I'm still right! If you can't, you can't but if there's a free seat beside you you could use to make space, then why not?

[Glory Lurker]

Thanks mate [emoji106] still doesn't explain point 7 how to keep a distance from people when we're at full capacity.

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Sorry, I responded having just skimmed over the message from Hibs. SDG has fairly picked me up on that, although I still think there will be instances where it will be possible to give yourself and others more room. It's not going to be a sell out.

[Sir David Gray]

So if there are 20000 at the game, it's not possible. If the stadium is half full, it will be more possible. It's it not pretty simple?

It suggests to me that being in a full stadium is being described as unsafe or at least discouraged if we've to try and keep a distance from others.

[McSwanky]

It suggests to me that being in a full stadium is being described as unsafe or at least discouraged if we've to try and keep a distance from others.I think you're reading a bit much into that. Social distancing in general now for me is just about minimising risk where you can. Not necessarily just to protect yourself, but to limit the spread.

When you can, do. When you can't, you can't.

[Daniel 1875]

Just read on the official Hibs Facebook page they are asking people to take a lateral flow test before entering ER. Firstly wtf is a lateral flow test and is being double vaccinated not enough???https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20210827/05e928edf9b06dc3c7b1a2a262c23639.jpg

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They are ‘asking’ people to check if they have covid before going to the game. You can still get Covid and pass covid even if you’ve been double vaccinated.

It’s just a common courtesy thing to ensure you’re not passing it on to the person next to you.

Also, lateral flow tests have been the norm for months.

[mcohibs]

I think you're reading a bit much into that. Social distancing in general now for me is just about minimising risk where you can. Not necessarily just to protect yourself, but to limit the spread.

When you can, do. When you can't, you can't.

Aye but the club have put out a communication saying specifically that we should be maintaining social distancing when seated where we can. Just an odd thing to say. I'd understand if they were talking about in queues, concourses etc. but 'when seated' makes no sense when we're back to full capacity.

[Potty78]

They are ‘asking’ people to check if they have covid before going to the game. You can still get Covid and pass covid even if you’ve been double vaccinated.

It’s just a common courtesy thing to ensure you’re not passing it on to the person next to you.

Also, lateral flow tests have been the norm for months.
Lateral flow tests ain't even accurate!

[MunsterHibee]

They are ‘asking’ people to check if they have covid before going to the game. You can still get Covid and pass covid even if you’ve been double vaccinated.

It’s just a common courtesy thing to ensure you’re not passing it on to the person next to you.

Also, lateral flow tests have been the norm for months.I'm living in Ireland so lateral flow tests aren't used here so it's abit different here for us the government don't even encourage antigen testing etc as they say its not very accurate. I'm aware you can still spread covid even when doubly vaccinated aswell.

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[FilipinoHibs]

Lateral flow tests ain't even accurate!

About 70% accurate. 10% of a 50,000 outdoor festival tested positive after the event. They all had negative tests to gain entry. Nearly 7,000 new cases in Scotland reported on Friday.

[McSwanky]

Aye but the club have put out a communication saying specifically that we should be maintaining social distancing when seated where we can. Just an odd thing to say. I'd understand if they were talking about in queues, concourses etc. but 'when seated' makes no sense when we're back to full capacity.Of course it makes sense.

If you're on a full bus, you can't maintain any real distance between yourself and others. If the bus is half full, it becomes easier. It's sensible not to sit next to a stranger unless you have to. It's no different in a football statium.

If Hibs are guilty of anything here, it's stating the bloody obvious.

[McSwanky]

Lateral flow tests ain't even accurate!They're actually very good at telling if you DON'T have Covid. (Less than 1% of the time will a negative person return a false positive.)

Where they are not so good is telling if you DO have Covid. There's something like a 30-40% chance of a positive person returning a false negative.

Bottom line is it's way better to have tested and returned a negative result than not to have tested at all.

[Since452]

Lateral flow tests ain't even accurate!

We've caught a few Covid cases with LFT's at work. Been a god send.

[green day]

It specifically mentions keeping a distance from others when seated, if you can.

I think all of this advice is broadly straightforward - clearly in a full capacity situation you cant "socially distance" from everyone around you - i.e. 2m distance.

But if we score, they probably dont want people hugging and shouting into others faces.

As mentioned above, i assume that Hibs (all clubs probs) have been given guidance on what information to send pre match to fans.

Its just what they need to do to get the licence to have full capacity.

All we need to to do is be vaguely sensible.

[hibbysam]

They're actually very good at telling if you DON'T have Covid. (Less than 1% of the time will a negative person return a false positive.)

Where they are not so good is telling if you DO have Covid. There's something like a 30-40% chance of a positive person returning a false negative.

Bottom line is it's way better to have tested and returned a negative result than not to have tested at all.

Opposite way about no? They’re very accurate if they return a positive test. They are extremely unreliable when they return a negative test.

For example nearly everyone I know after london returned a negative LFT but majority returned positive PCR thereafter. Everyone I know who has had a positive LFT has been positive.

Sorry if that’s what you’ve said and I’m reading it wrong.

[McSwanky]

Opposite way about no? They’re very accurate if they return a positive test. They are extremely unreliable when they return a negative test.

For example nearly everyone I know after london returned a negative LFT but majority returned positive PCR thereafter. Everyone I know who has had a positive LFT has been positive.

Sorry if that’s what you’ve said and I’m reading it wrong.

I think we're saying the same thing, although you're probably explaining it better!

False positives are very rare, false negatives are more common.

So if you have Covid, your result is about 60-70% likely to be right. If you don't have Covid, it's about 99% likely to be right.

[LeithMike]

If people have spent the best part of £30 on a match ticket (or season ticket) is everyone going to be taking a test if it means they might miss out and lose the ticket money? What if you buy a ticket and take an LFT and fail? If you dont get your money back then I suspect a lot of people will just disregard. If the gov/club really want to stop people with covid going then perhaps some parallel ticket return scheme is necessary.

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[Sir David Gray]

I think all of this advice is broadly straightforward - clearly in a full capacity situation you cant "socially distance" from everyone around you - i.e. 2m distance.

But if we score, they probably dont want people hugging and shouting into others faces.

As mentioned above, i assume that Hibs (all clubs probs) have been given guidance on what information to send pre match to fans.

Its just what they need to do to get the licence to have full capacity.

All we need to to do is be vaguely sensible.

I don't blame Hibs at all as I'm sure you're correct in saying Hibs have been told by the council to say certain things in return for being granted a full capacity licence.

It's strange though that I can only see this specific guidance on "keeping a distance even when seated" from us.

I'd have thought all the clubs would have had the same guidance issued to them from their respective local authorities.

Even Hearts' guidance for last week v Aberdeen was simply "Although social distancing is no longer a legal requirement, in the interests of everyone’s safety please continue to practice social distancing wherever possible."

I think asking people to be sensible when entering, exiting and moving around the stadium still makes sense but I think it's silly asking people to maintain a distance from others whilst seated when the stadium's back to full capacity.

[Hibernian Verse]

This thread is mental. The club are just saying what they have to and are getting moaned at for it. You know things are going well on the park when it's like this :wink:

[MunsterHibee]

This thread is mental. The club are just saying what they have to and are getting moaned at for it. You know things are going well on the park when it's like this :wink:I only wanted to know of the LFT was an actual requirement to gain entry into the stadium as I'm travelling over from Ireland for the game. We don't use LFTs or Antigen Testing over here so it's all new to me tbh.

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[aljo7-0]

What I noticed is that they mention wearing masks entering and leaving the stadium and whilst going through it. No mention this time of needing to in your seat.

[Santa Cruz]

I only wanted to know of the LFT was an actual requirement to gain entry into the stadium as I'm travelling over from Ireland for the game. We don't use LFTs or Antigen Testing over here so it's all new to me tbh.

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You can pick them up for free from any Pharmacy. It takes 30 mins to do one. They do work if a person is infectious. I'm not saying this to tell you to do it, more for info. Enjoy your visit.

[MunsterHibee]

You can pick them up for free from any Pharmacy. It takes 30 mins to do one. They do work if a person is infectious. I'm not saying this to tell you to do it, more for info. Enjoy your visit.Thanks for the info mate. I'll get one when I arrive and do one to be on the safe side.

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[telford hibbee]

They're actually very good at telling if you DON'T have Covid. (Less than 1% of the time will a negative person return a false positive.)

Where they are not so good is telling if you DO have Covid. There's something like a 30-40% chance of a positive person returning a false negative.

Bottom line is it's way better to have tested and returned a negative result than not to have tested at all.
agreed and if you test positive get a pcr done as quickly as possible. And stay away from the game. Stay safe everyone.

[Keith_M]

I'm sure you'll be fine when you come over mate.


Hope you enjoy your visit.

[PatHead]

I can't believe that folk are moaning about taking a lateral flow test before today's match.

In case anyone hadn't noticed Covid is spreading rapidly just now with record positive results. Before anyone says that it isn't serious tell that to my friend whose dad is in an induced coma just now in ICU. People will probably catch it today at Easter Road but do all that you can to avoid spreading it. Take a test, take hand wash with you, wear a mask and try to keep a little bit of distance if possible.

For avoidance of doubt. You can still catch it after 2 jags. You can give it to others even if you don't feel too bad yourself.

But definitely do not go if you have tested positive or think that you might have symptoms. I realise we are all desperate to get back to Easter Road but for crying out loud it is possibly the most selfish thing that you could ever do. There will be other matches.

[MunsterHibee]

I'm sure you'll be fine when you come over mate.


Hope you enjoy your visit.It's all new to me mate as we don't use them over here. I know now where I can pick one up so be no harm at all to do one before the match on the Sunday.

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[Santa Cruz]

Thanks for the info mate. I'll get one when I arrive and do one to be on the safe side.

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Watch a youtube video on how to do it right, it's easier and quicker to understand than the booklet. Wee tip somebody posted on another thread, when swabbing your tonsils, stand up and strain your arm towards the floor with your fist clenched to reduce/avoid the gagg reflex, it works. :aok:

[Keith_M]

I can't believe that folk are moaning about taking a lateral flow test before today's match.

In case anyone hadn't noticed Covid is spreading rapidly just now with record positive results. Before anyone says that it isn't serious tell that to my friend whose dad is in an induced coma just now in ICU. People will probably catch it today at Easter Road but do all that you can to avoid spreading it. Take a test, take hand wash with you, wear a mask and try to keep a little bit of distance if possible.

For avoidance of doubt. You can still catch it after 2 jags. You can give it to others even if you don't feel too bad yourself.

But definitely do not go if you have tested positive or think that you might have symptoms. I realise we are all desperate to get back to Easter Road but for crying out loud it is possibly the most selfish thing that you could ever do. There will be other matches.


The voice of common sense and reason

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[Dashing Bob S]

Only Jambos and Huns should be tested regularly as they are known to carry and spread the virus. I wish the Scottish football authorities would just follow the science FFS

[Gatecrasher]

Lateral flow testing aside this highlights the inconsistency in the messages hibs put to supporters via the various platforms they use to communicate with the support. How could they post something like that on Facebook but not on Instagram for example. It's been the same with ticketing and other general news as well. Not everyone uses the same platforms!

[hibbysam]

I can't believe that folk are moaning about taking a lateral flow test before today's match.

In case anyone hadn't noticed Covid is spreading rapidly just now with record positive results. Before anyone says that it isn't serious tell that to my friend whose dad is in an induced coma just now in ICU. People will probably catch it today at Easter Road but do all that you can to avoid spreading it. Take a test, take hand wash with you, wear a mask and try to keep a little bit of distance if possible.

For avoidance of doubt. You can still catch it after 2 jags. You can give it to others even if you don't feel too bad yourself.

But definitely do not go if you have tested positive or think that you might have symptoms. I realise we are all desperate to get back to Easter Road but for crying out loud it is possibly the most selfish thing that you could ever do. There will be other matches.

Has anyone actually moaned about taking a test? The guy was asking about them. Someone else mentioned that if it means someone may lose out on £25+ if they don’t get refunds folk might not bother. And the conversation is about the reliability of the tests.

I’m sure most people are big and ugly enough to work out what’s best for themselves by now.

[MunsterHibee]

I can't believe that folk are moaning about taking a lateral flow test before today's match.

In case anyone hadn't noticed Covid is spreading rapidly just now with record positive results. Before anyone says that it isn't serious tell that to my friend whose dad is in an induced coma just now in ICU. People will probably catch it today at Easter Road but do all that you can to avoid spreading it. Take a test, take hand wash with you, wear a mask and try to keep a little bit of distance if possible.

For avoidance of doubt. You can still catch it after 2 jags. You can give it to others even if you don't feel too bad yourself.

But definitely do not go if you have tested positive or think that you might have symptoms. I realise we are all desperate to get back to Easter Road but for crying out loud it is possibly the most selfish thing that you could ever do. There will be other matches.I'm genuinely not moaning mate. I haven't even heard of these tests until I read Hibs Facebook post last night. It's abit different over here with LFTs and antigen tests as they aren't really used at all so I'm just basically looking for information on them. I've no issues with taking one and I will do when I arrive.

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[McSwanky]

I’m sure most people are big and ugly enough to work out what’s best for themselves by now.

Just a slight point to pick you up on, it's not just what's best for themselves but also what's best for the general population /limiting the spread. A lot of people seem to have forgotten that little changes to what they do can make a massive difference to the likes of the immuno compromised.

[Speedy]

Opposite way about no? They’re very accurate if they return a positive test. They are extremely unreliable when they return a negative test.

For example nearly everyone I know after london returned a negative LFT but majority returned positive PCR thereafter. Everyone I know who has had a positive LFT has been positive.

Sorry if that’s what you’ve said and I’m reading it wrong.

Agreed, I only know 1 person who has had a positive laterally flow test but multiple with positives PCR.

Personal view but I think they do more harm than good:
- It seems you only test positive with heavy symptoms so most probably know you need a PCR anyway
- Mild or no symptoms it comes back negative the majority of times and sets people off on their merry way to mixing with others "safe in the knowledge they've tested negative"

[Brightside]

Has anyone actually moaned about taking a test? The guy was asking about them. Someone else mentioned that if it means someone may lose out on £25+ if they don’t get refunds folk might not bother. And the conversation is about the reliability of the tests.

I’m sure most people are big and ugly enough to work out what’s best for themselves by now.

If people are really not taking just in case it’s positive then there really is no surprise numbers are rocketing again. £25 or infect 25 people. 🤷🏻*♂️

[Speedy]

If people are really not taking just in case it’s positive then there really is no surprise numbers are rocketing again. £25 or infect 25 people. 🤷🏻*♂️

This is absolutely happening.

As it the situation where people have mild symptoms but have inaccurately 'cleared' themselves using a LFT

[CockneyRebel]

You can pick them up for free from any Pharmacy. It takes 30 mins to do one. They do work if a person is infectious. I'm not saying this to tell you to do it, more for info. Enjoy your visit.

30 minutes all in. 10 minutes to do the test then wait 20 minutes for result.

[Brightside]

Any symptoms. Get a PCR. The main issue with negative LFTs is people not doing them properly. They are pretty good if done correctly. If you wake up and you can’t taste, get a PCR.

[Sir David Gray]

What I noticed is that they mention wearing masks entering and leaving the stadium and whilst going through it. No mention this time of needing to in your seat.

The instruction to wear it at all times was removed a few weeks ago, possibly from the Kilmarnock game.

[Just Alf]

This is absolutely happening.

As it the situation where people have mild symptoms but have inaccurately 'cleared' themselves using a LFTIt's crazy though, these people could be the person that gives it too someone who later dies of covid. They will never know it of course but their selfish act has ruined a family for evermore.

[hibbysam]

If people are really not taking just in case it’s positive then there really is no surprise numbers are rocketing again. £25 or infect 25 people. 🤷🏻*♂️

£25 is a lot of money to some people, as we’ve seen in the ticketing debate. I know if I’ve paid that I wouldn’t want to potentially lose out on it. Numbers are rocketing as schools are back and symptoms aren’t showing as much anymore. I really doubt we’re getting tens of thousands of cases due to a few Hibs fans not doing a LFT. Cases were always going to rise, the experts and government literally told us this. But that’s another argument completely.

[CockneyRebel]

Agreed, I only know 1 person who has had a positive laterally flow test but multiple with positives PCR.

Personal view but I think they do more harm than good:
- It seems you only test positive with heavy symptoms so most probably know you need a PCR anyway
- Mild or no symptoms it comes back negative the majority of times and sets people off on their merry way to mixing with others "safe in the knowledge they've tested negative"

My son in law tested positive after very mild symptoms, (slight cold and a bit shivery) tested his 6 year old son (no symptoms) also positive. They went to PCR centre and tested positive again so are self isolating. My wife and I were contacted through track and trace and after we both tested negative at home were told to go to a PCR centre where we tested negative again. We need not isolate as we have 2 negative tests and are both double vaccinated. We will test at home periodically for peace of mind.
I know this, by itself, doesn't prove much either way. I just feel that the anti jab/anti test folk jump on the negative issues at every opporchancity.

[.Sean.]

They’re a waste of time. I tested positive last month for covid with a pcr despite every lateral flow I done telling me I was negative.

[hibbysam]

They’re a waste of time. I tested positive last month for covid with a pcr despite every lateral flow I done telling me I was negative.

Aye but you and thousands of others are doing the test wrong mate.

[CockneyRebel]

£25 is a lot of money to some people, as we’ve seen in the ticketing debate. I know if I’ve paid that I wouldn’t want to potentially lose out on it. Numbers are rocketing as schools are back and symptoms aren’t showing as much anymore. I really doubt we’re getting tens of thousands of cases due to a few Hibs fans not doing a LFT. Cases were always going to rise, the experts and government literally told us this. But that’s another argument completely.

M only issue here is that the test kits are FREE, they hold no risk, so why not take advantage? :dunno:

[Brightside]

Aye but you and thousands of others are doing the test wrong mate.

And all the others that got correct positive tests. But hey don’t bother testing at all. Unbelievably selfish attitude.

[.Sean.]

And all the others that got correct positive tests. But hey don’t bother testing at all. Unbelievably selfish attitude.
How is it selfish? They are rubbish. I done about ten because was panicking about time off work, all negative, so thought the pcr was a forwgone conclusion. Went and done my pcr - which is the same ‘procedure’ basically as doing a lateral flow ao I wasn’t doing them wrong - and that was positive. Suggests to me that lateral flows are not accurate and not to be trusted. Immaterial argument anyway as they’re not needed today.

[1959 Hibby]

If Nicola reads this thread then football crowds will be restricted again as soon as she decides something has to be done about the rocketing cases. Our club wants us to test, it costs us nothing and while not perfect the tests reduce our chances of accidentally infecting our fellow Hibbies. So what kind of message does it send that we’re not prepared to do it? I’m desperate to come back to ER and today was going to be the day - not any more ☹️

[JXM73]

Just done mine, waiting on result... those saying they're not accyrate sound like anti vaxxers, spouting random numbers..

My wife has been doing these tests, her own and all staff in nhs care home since they were introduced... it's all we got at mo if you want a quick result... the other tests have been taking 4 days for results by then it's too late...

To the OP what have they been using in Ireland? Blind luck and symptoms?

[MunsterHibee]

Just done mine, waiting on result... those saying they're not accyrate sound like anti vaxxers, spouting random numbers..

My wife has been doing these tests, her own and all staff in nhs care home since they were introduced... it's all we got at mo if you want a quick result... the other tests have been taking 4 days for results by then it's too late...

To the OP what have they been using in Ireland? Blind luck and symptoms?Basically just going to your nearest test centre for a PCR test or if you're a close contact just self isolate at home. The health body here called NPHET who give out the public health advice on covid and advise the Irish Government have stated more than once the tests aren't really reliable in their view and more research is needed into their use before they should be used here. Here's a link if you thought I was making it up from back in May. https://amp.rte.ie/amp/1221659/

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[Frazerbob]

It’s an LFD test not an LFT test (Lateral Flow Device). For some reason it annoys me. Like folk saying ‘call me ASAP please’. I know, I need to get a grip 🤣

[Just Alf]

How is it selfish? They are rubbish. I done about ten because was panicking about time off work, all negative, so thought the pcr was a forwgone conclusion. Went and done my pcr - which is the same ‘procedure’ basically as doing a lateral flow ao I wasn’t doing them wrong - and that was positive. Suggests to me that lateral flows are not accurate and not to be trusted. Immaterial argument anyway as they’re not needed today.Unless you did 10 over a couple of days before the positive test the at least a few would have been genuine negatives :-)

[Keith_M]

For avoidance of doubt:

Masks are still mandatory in a number of indoor environments, like public transport & shops.

They're not strictly mandatory in most outdoor environments, but football clubs are simply requesting that people wear them while going to and from their seat, to help reduce the possibility of the spread of Covid (not eliminate it completely, obviously).

People will interpret these requests in various ways (annoyance, welcome, criticise), and there's very little the clubs and other fans can do about that... but it's probably a good idea to at least recognize that the requests are made out of the best of intentions.

The same applies to Lateral Flow Tests.

[Frazerbob]

If Nicola reads this thread then football crowds will be restricted again as soon as she decides something has to be done about the rocketing cases. Our club wants us to test, it costs us nothing and while not perfect the tests reduce our chances of accidentally infecting our fellow Hibbies. So what kind of message does it send that we’re not prepared to do it? I’m desperate to come back to ER and today was going to be the day - not any more ☹️

It’s free, it’s quick and easy to do and absolutely helps stop the spread. Why anyone wouldn’t do one is beyond me. I do one every day to reduce the chances of spreading the virus to my colleagues and family.

[.Sean.]

Unless you did 10 over a couple of days before the positive test the at least a few would have been genuine negatives :-)
Nope, I used a few even after I received my positive pcr as I felt fine and they were also negative.

And before any more anti vaxxer pish like a few posts back, in my case that couldn’t be further from the truth, I was more than happy to be double dosed in the hope of getting back to normality.

[Just Alf]

Nope, I used a few even after I received my positive pcr as I felt fine and they were also negative.

And before any more anti vaxxer pish like a few posts back, in my case that couldn’t be further from the truth, I was more than happy to be double dosed in the hope of getting back to normality.Fair do's, I'd have probably checked myself in your position.

[hibbysam]

M only issue here is that the test kits are FREE, they hold no risk, so why not take advantage? :dunno:

They risk the £25 that someone has spent on a ticket. Or £50/60/70 if the whole family can’t go. If the club/government offered a money back scheme for positive tests then the majority would do it.

[007]

Negative. Yay!

[madhatter]

Didn't realise these are on a prescription.

[oconnors_strip]

Didn't realise these are on a prescription.

They aren’t on prescription, the pharmacy can give them to you for free. Or you can order from the government to be delivered to your house

[madhatter]

They aren’t on prescription, the pharmacy can give them to you for free. Or you can order from the government to be delivered to your house

Went to pharmacy and was told it was on prescription and would take 1 hour to prepare.

[Just Alf]

Went to pharmacy and was told it was on prescription and would take 1 hour to prepare.I think they do take your details right enough ... I only waited about 5 mins though, was ready when I popped back from the shop next door.


Edit, some chemists quicker than others though!

[tamig]

That won’t be the case and isn’t the case now.

Tbf, we don’t know how things will be a month from now.

[danhibees1875]

It’s an LFD test not an LFT test (Lateral Flow Device). For some reason it annoys me. Like folk saying ‘call me ASAP please’. I know, I need to get a grip 🤣

What's wrong with ASAP? :confused: