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I learned that one of my siblings and their whole family had covid. They are very much against vaccination and will not wear masks unless forced to.

One of the family members told me, while I had a mask on, in a rude snarky way that they chose not to tell ANYONE because of those, pointing to my mask.

At least ten of them were sick and did not tell anybody. They kept it a secret and did not inform people they had been around.

They went out and got their own groceries, going inside the store. They thought it was okay as long as the sick person was home. The family members that were exposed but not yet sick were still going out and to work with no masks on.

I cannot believe the selfishness and arrogance. They are also deeply religious. Their actions show that they only care about themselves.

One of the family members apologized for speaking rudely to me and admitted that maybe they made a mistake not telling anyone so there is that. The rest of the bunch, not one word.

I am so disappointed and angry at their behavior and hurt that my sibling was very sick and didn't want me to know. I would have gladly dropped off food.

I am vaccinated and still wear a mask when I go out. I do it not just for myself. I do it because I know there are others with weakened immune systems that can't handle getting sick. Same thing with the flu shot. It's not just for ME.

I can't take the selfishness and I can't stand the hypocrisy.

Thanks for letting me get that out!!!!!

Im sorry they were rude to you. It is so sad that it seems more and more people prove how arrogant and selfish they are every day.

I see the selfishness every time i go out to get groceries. Its hard to keep my mouth shut at times.

Thank you Dragn.

That just sucks!

An old friend called me today, and vaccines came up. She works in hospitality and talked about a group that came in and asked if she knew she/they were living in "God's Country" then asked if she was vaxxed and she said she didn't feel comfortable talking about her personal life, and it became a small thing (thankfully not a big thing).

Then she told me of a NURSE who told her that the vaccine was going to kill us all, and advised to NEVER get any kind of vaccination, including the flu, shingles, etc.

She then asked me: If I had a good friend that wasn't vaxxed come to town and wanted to meet, would I?
"H*ll to the NO I said".

That sucks Zebra. That kind of selfishness is not the kind of religion I was raised on.

Thanks you prickle and gmc.

I knew we didn't agree about this but chose not to discuss it because there is no point. They quote information or I should say misinformation from questionable sources and can't have a calm discussion. I have barely seen them since the start of covid. I never expected to be attacked for choosing to wear a mask.

I am also so upset with all of them for going out in public when they knew they were exposed. I'm sure they are not the only ones that have done this.

It's hard to believe a nurse would advise against getting vaccinated. When our hospital required it there were a few that allied for exemptions.

Thank you to everybody that does your part to keep yourself and others safe.

It's hard to believe a nurse would advise against getting vaccinated.

This really has confused me. Not just the pushback from medical folks but the general belief floating around that vaccines are just being used as a control serum and a violation of rights.

Mandatory vaccines/immunizations have been around long before I was born.

In a society the needs of the many outweigh the needs of the few IMO. Just because a specific group of people are less likely to get sick doesn't mean that those who will get sick are less than and dont deserve to be protected. Nor should we ALL suffer with a medical system struggling to serve everyone but overwhelmed by the sick when those cases could have been avoided.

The arrogance of people is an oozing infection thats going to destroy us as a species.

Ignorance abounds. I got into a verbal exchange at the grocery store after two idiots took issue with me wearing a mask. I gave them a strong piece of my mind. On the advice of my lung surgeon, I never leave home without a mask.

My sister said she was glad to hear I am getting back to my old self, having fights in grocery stores.

Always remember one of my favorite quotes: "To remain silent is to assume you agree."

Jeannie, I have a hard time understanding why anyone would take issue with you or anyone wearing a mask. It makes no sense.

An added benefit to mask wearing is it cuts down on picking up other illnesses passed around this time of year.

There are some really scared people at this moment.

Some are scared of covid.
Some are scared of what might be in the shots.
Some are scared of the government and the pharma companies.

I'd like to see early treatments and shots/tests for any who request them.

The shots don't keep anyone from getting/sharing covid. Novavax looks like a good thing for those that don't want a mrna shot and the numbers of complications are very low. I hope it can be approved soon.

I've got friends on both sides of this. What looks best to me is mask, use caution, early aggressive treatment and stay home for anyone with covid until they are over it. Japan's doing this and it's working. Sweden too. Shots alone aren't enough.

I do not believe in a pass card system or forced boosters. It's impossible to keep up with the variants. I hope the virus will weaken itself over time.

"The shots don't keep anyone from getting/sharing covid"

The shots keep people from getting seriously ill and needing to be hospitalized.

Vaccinated people spread less virus for a shorter period of time when they are covid positive.

Our local hospitals are currently at above capacity. Ninety percent of the hospitalized covid patients are unvaccinated. The wait time for the ED is 15 hours.

Not getting vaccinated and not wearing masks affects everybody.

I think it is pretty scary to think about the conditions the hospitals and hospital staff are working under.

All of the people I know that won't, not can't get vaccinated also won't wear a mask.

I am so sorry you are experiencing this.

I wear a mask because it is something I can do to protect others.

People are acting so unbelievably reckless towards others and I am sorry this happened to you.

Thank you Shehawk.

Most of my family lives in a different state, and apparently, they all got together for a NYE party. My cousin's daughter had cold symptoms but went anyway. Now over half of them are sick, including my 80 year old uncle, his wife, several of my cousins, and my brother. I don't know how many of them are vaccinated, but based on their other opinions, I'm not optimistic. My brother is vaccinated, though only because he "sold out on every principle I ever had" in order to attend a professional seminar that required proof. I hope it will help protect him from severe illness. He's a smoker and not in the best of health. I'm 100% certain that my SIL, who has heart problems, won't have been vaxxed.

My brother always answers when I call, or at least calls me back quickly, because I live near our elderly mother. But I've called three times in the last 12 hours to see how he's doing, and there's no answer.

But I've called three times in the last 12 hours to see how he's doing, and there's no answer.

Prayers for your family, BraveSirRobin. So scary.

I hope your family is just resting and are all okay.

But I've called three times in the last 12 hours to see how he's doing, and there's no answer. sad

I have a dear friend who lives 2000 miles away from her adult son (in his 40s).He tested positive for antibodies three months ago, so they could make the assumption that he'd had it; so he decided against getting vaccinated. He's somewhat of a recluse, but does work in a large factory where many employees have chosen not to get vaccinated. But he got sick last week, took a test, and tested positive. He smokes, probably drinks too much, and generally doesn't take care of himself physically. She was beside herself because he texted her to tell her he was positive, but after she called multiple times, left messages and texted back, he wouldn't return her attempts for at least three days. She finally called a neighbor, who reported seeing him out on the front porch smoking. So she texted him one last time, and he finally called her back. He's OK, and is back at work.

But seriously, how can you tell people you have tested positive for COVID then ignore their wellness checks on you?? I suspect these people are afraid if they communicate with others who have been vaccinated, and have taken good care of themselves, their loved ones will criticize or demean them for getting sick. But it's incredibly selfish to leave those who love you worrying.

Oh goodness BraveSirRobin, I hope he's okay. We had a family member who was staunchly anti-vaxx and anti-mask get COVID and she ignored phone calls until family drove out there. She was so in denial and ashamed that she didn't want anyone to know how sick she was. When my cousin saw her, she took her straight to the hospital. She wound up in the hospital twice within two weeks. She made it, but she still has no energy and can't breathe well. And of course, is back to posting about how fear is worse than COVID and no one should be forced to mask or get vaccines, etc. and so on. As she's still suffering from breathing issues 6 months later.

Is there anyone nearby who can do a wellness check on him?

But seriously, how can you tell people you have tested positive for COVID then ignore their wellness checks on you??

IKR? Although he didn't even tell me he was sick. I had to hear it fourth hand!

I finally reached him late this afternoon when he noticed my calls had stacked up. Apparently he slept it off for two days and then went out to snowblow the driveway. When I reminded him of his line about selling out, he laughed and corrected me: "No, I abandoned my principles. I didn't get any money for it."

He drives me nuts, and I'm sure he'd say the same about me, but I love the big lug, and I'm so relieved he's doing okay.