Does/should shielding apply to the whole household?

[Bayum]

that bit does seem a bit counter-productive doesn't it?....that way you run the risk of transmitting it to other unsuspecting victims.Not exactly coherent advice.

If it's done as soon as symptoms begin and the social distancing has been carried on in the house, there should be very little possibility of that individual becoming unwell.

 

[hooverboy]

If it's done as soon as symptoms begin and the social distancing has been carried on in the house, there should be very little possibility of that individual becoming unwell.

not really.
my understanding is symptoms are evident about 5-8 days after contraction.That's the dangerous bit about this virus,usually it's 2-3 days or so before you feel a bit groggy.

the other 2-5 days you might be carrying and not even realise.

 

[Domh245]

That's why even before showing symptoms, if you're vulnerable you should be trying to maintain social distancing and practising good hygiene. Minimises the risk that you catch it in the event of a member of your household spreading it asymptomatically.

 

[Struner]

Sorry, only came across this just now

The thing is though that my mother does all the cooking/cleaning (last time I cooked something it was burnt, and the washer - it might as well be in double Dutch for all I know!)

Plus get a new TV? On a part time local government workers wage? You're having a laugh! Once my bills get paid (plus rent & poll tax)/the essentials have been got each month I only have enough money to commute to work!

I've even cut the pleasures on my salary deductions as far as I can - but I'm not getting rid of my union membership/pension contributions!)

I have a message for your mum:

 

[Bayum]

That's why even before showing symptoms, if you're vulnerable you should be trying to maintain social distancing and practising good hygiene. Minimises the risk that you catch it in the event of a member of your household spreading it asymptomatically.

Exactly.