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by paparazzi
Thu Mar 26, 2020 1:13 pm
Forum: General Chatter
Topic: mask up!
Replies: 97
Views: 20902
New Zealand

Re: mask up!

Many are missing the point. If locals are wearing masks and expats aren't then the locals are asking why the expats not joining in the fight. Perception is everything!!! I for one will always wear a mask in any public place like supermarkets. Its a sign l am in this fight and trying to play my part!...
by paparazzi
Thu Mar 26, 2020 9:37 am
Forum: General Chatter
Topic: mask up!
Replies: 97
Views: 20902
New Zealand

Re: mask up!

In Vietnam expats and locals around 90% wearing masks. Its become a sign of solidarity!! We are all in this fight together.!!!!! Argue as much as you like if you come across an infected person and your wearing a mask it offers you some protection - be it even to remind you not to touch your face. Th...
by paparazzi
Mon Mar 23, 2020 9:01 pm
Forum: General Chatter
Topic: Coronavirus update as of today
Replies: 24
Views: 8021
New Zealand

Re: Coronavirus update as of today

The problem is if you try and completely stop the spread as New Zealand looks like it is then you must stay separate from the world till vaccine is ready. The West acted too slowly and now are forced to go into extreme measures to save a social calamity. A few Asian countries also were slow to act b...
by paparazzi
Thu Mar 19, 2020 5:57 pm
Forum: The Rest Of The World
Topic: Following the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak - News and Discussion
Replies: 3506
Views: 648238
New Zealand

Re: Outbreak of Unidentified Coronavirus In China as New Year Approaches

I think we all going through a grieving process!!

We still in shock. We must be gentle on ourselves.

I think this why people rushed out and bought toilet rolls. Trying to get some control over chaos.
by paparazzi
Wed Mar 18, 2020 8:38 pm
Forum: General Chatter
Topic: Bar Closures in Phnom Penh Over COVID-19?
Replies: 119
Views: 30142
New Zealand

Re: Bar Closures in Phnom Penh Over COVID-19?

This situation requires us all to step up and help in any small way we can. Its hard to know the timeline before things return to normal again.

Extreme hardship will soon be evident.
by paparazzi
Wed Mar 18, 2020 8:21 pm
Forum: The Rest Of The World
Topic: Following the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak - News and Discussion
Replies: 3506
Views: 648238
New Zealand

Re: Outbreak of Unidentified Coronavirus In China as New Year Approaches

While the vaccines are in their early testing stage its very good news that the severity of the disease can be impacted by antivirals.

Its now about letting the virus burn out and getting 'herd immunity' till vaccine testing is complete.

The management of the speed of infections is now the issue.
by paparazzi
Wed Mar 18, 2020 8:00 pm
Forum: General Chatter
Topic: Bar Closures in Phnom Penh Over COVID-19?
Replies: 119
Views: 30142
New Zealand

Re: Bar Closures in Phnom Penh Over COVID-19?

104 St closed l heard from girl who works there.

Just take a moment to think about the workers in this area and the struggle they will be facing.

If you can show any support for people you know in this area please help.

We are in this mess together!!!!
by paparazzi
Tue Mar 17, 2020 9:23 pm
Forum: The Rest Of The World
Topic: Following the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Outbreak - News and Discussion
Replies: 3506
Views: 648238
New Zealand

Re: Outbreak of Unidentified Coronavirus In China as New Year Approaches

l was telling everyone to get expat or travel insurance. Just heard from my American Expat Insurance company ( premium over $5000 a year). They said your on your own with this virus. Pandemic not covered. Sorry. Wish you well.!!!
by paparazzi
Tue Mar 17, 2020 8:41 am
Forum: General Chatter
Topic: Bar Closures in Phnom Penh Over COVID-19?
Replies: 119
Views: 30142
New Zealand

Re: Bar closures in PP

Look like Philipppines closing hostess bars in places. Wonder when Pattaya move to do same?
by paparazzi
Mon Mar 16, 2020 11:21 am
Forum: General Chatter
Topic: Cost of extending visa now in Vietnam.
Replies: 0
Views: 1542
New Zealand

Cost of extending visa now in Vietnam.

Those expats inside Vietnam on tourist visas can get an extention inside country.

The cost l heard around $350 US . Could vary l guess but this is a guideline figure.