I don't need a giant swab!

[olivermoss]

I just did a phone screening with OHSU and was told that at this time I don't need to test or isolate. A lot of people have sore throats from the air, particularly this week. It's not just me! That was both validating and unsettling to hear because it feels like I am the one weakling who isn't doing well in the smoke. Based on my risk profile and everything else, I can continue as normal.

My instinct was right, I just have sinus and throat irritation because my body is just so freakin' fatigued from the air.

Comments

[luthienberen]

Hurrah on not needing a test!

I'm not surprised you have a sinus and throat irritation due to the smoke, certainly not a weakness, but natural considering the circumstances.

I do hope the smoke lifts soon so you can have a reprieve and recuperate.

[olivermoss]

I feel awkward because other people get a lot more exposure than me, like grocery store workers.

I guess my plans to shoot Portland's Halloween season are on hold because it was the day after my last photo walk that my system crashed.

[luthienberen]

Ah I sympathise, I would feel awkward too.

Ugh, awful when life interferes in your plans!