bschurm Posted September 19, 2007 Share Posted September 19, 2007 Ok, I just left the washing your hands thread and it reminded me of some things about the Common Cold that have me concerned. So I wanted to ask you guys if I am being overly cautious? 1.) I am under the belief that if you are sick (contagious, ie. the common cold, the flu) then stay home! I am a student and when I am sick, I contact the professor beforehand to let them know I am sick and I stay out of class! It is selfish of me to think that I should go to class sick without regard to the well being of others. 2.) If I see you coughing and sneezing, I am NOT going to shake your hand and will likely keep a fairly significant distance between us. I was in class the other day and some guy was hacking one up and told the professor he was sick. I immediately turned in the other direction to avoid this guy. Some people seem to be put off by this!?!?!?!?!?! 3.) After shaking someone's hand, I often wash my hands almost immediately. Actually, I wash my hands very often. 4.) In class the other day I had some guy cough on the back of my neck. I was very disturbed by this. I turned around and let him know this was not acceptable. Yesterday, I had some girl breathing on the back of my neck in class, her breath stunk, but what concerned me most was if she had anything to pass on. So, does this sound anal or do I have some legitimate concerns? Are there others who think like this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterMP Posted September 19, 2007 Share Posted September 19, 2007 If it is just a cold (no fever), I will go to work. Once you have a child, it seems like you have different cold/virus every other week. I rarely cough into my hands. My habit from working in restaraunts is to cough into my forearm. That being said, if I am sick, and you say 'no thanks' to a hand shake, I'm not going to be offended. By the why, you should probably just buy some Coldeze. If you take them quickly after being exposed, they work pretty well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bschurm Posted September 19, 2007 Author Share Posted September 19, 2007 I rarely cough into my hands. My habit from working in restaraunts is to cough into my forearm. . I do the same thing. I thought I was failry unique in that regard, but I can look back on my time in that business and see that many do it. :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCS Posted September 19, 2007 Share Posted September 19, 2007 I don't work, I don't get paid. Just that simple. Sick or not, I work. Just like now. Have a nasty one going,(and possibly some allergies as well), but I'm working. That doesn't mean I myself don't wash my hands as much as possible, try to keep my distance from others, and if in close proximity, I'll even wear a mask, (which, considering the amount of saw dust and drywall dust that we're kicking up, I should be doing so anyway). I avoid contact and do the old cover the mouth thing,usually with my sleeve or a kleenex. As for you, maybe a bit anal, but it's not uncommon either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grhqofb5 Posted September 19, 2007 Share Posted September 19, 2007 Some people have allergy symptoms that are commonly confused with cold symptoms. I've been coughing for 3 days because the weather got cooler. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bschurm Posted September 19, 2007 Author Share Posted September 19, 2007 I don't work, I don't get paid. Just that simple. Sick or not, I work. I guess I should have clarified, 'cause when I was a roofer I did the same. I guess what I am more concerned with is having to be stuck in a setting with many people in a confined area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCollins Posted September 19, 2007 Share Posted September 19, 2007 I avoid shaking hands and when I do, I make a mental note to wash my hands. I don't think that's anal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinche Posted September 19, 2007 Share Posted September 19, 2007 Ok, I just left the washing your hands thread and it reminded me of some things about the Common Cold that have me concerned. So I wanted to ask you guys if I am being overly cautious? 1.) I am under the belief that if you are sick (contagious, ie. the common cold, the flu) then stay home! I am a student and when I am sick, I contact the professor beforehand to let them know I am sick and I stay out of class! It is selfish of me to think that I should go to class sick without regard to the well being of others. 2.) If I see you coughing and sneezing, I am NOT going to shake your hand and will likely keep a fairly significant distance between us. I was in class the other day and some guy was hacking one up and told the professor he was sick. I immediately turned in the other direction to avoid this guy. Some people seem to be put off by this!?!?!?!?!?! 3.) After shaking someone's hand, I often wash my hands almost immediately. Actually, I wash my hands very often. 4.) In class the other day I had some guy cough on the back of my neck. I was very disturbed by this. I turned around and let him know this was not acceptable. Yesterday, I had some girl breathing on the back of my neck in class, her breath stunk, but what concerned me most was if she had anything to pass on. So, does this sound anal or do I have some legitimate concerns? Are there others who think like this? Pretty anal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G.A.C.O.L.B. Posted September 19, 2007 Share Posted September 19, 2007 Pretty anal. I agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borninblood Posted September 19, 2007 Share Posted September 19, 2007 Motion carried Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enter Apotheosis Posted September 19, 2007 Share Posted September 19, 2007 Someone should award this man a 'germophobe of the week' plaque. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
endzone_dave Posted September 19, 2007 Share Posted September 19, 2007 Some brilliant HR genius out there decided to do away with sick time and came up with the idea of Personal Time Off. So basically, if I want to stay home sick, I have to use a vacation day. Unless I'm practically dying, I'm going to work so I can use my time off on more enjoyable things than sitting in bed watching the Price is Right and strong man competitions on ESPN. Plus, colds are no big deal anyway, don't be a weenie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kp5522 Posted September 19, 2007 Share Posted September 19, 2007 "4.) In class the other day I had some guy cough on the back of my neck. I was very disturbed by this. I turned around and let him know this was not acceptable. Yesterday, I had some girl breathing on the back of my neck in class, her breath stunk, but what concerned me most was if she had anything to pass on." Maybe try not sitting on everyones lap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sacase Posted September 19, 2007 Share Posted September 19, 2007 Sorry, I can't stand when people are sick at work. Take your tail home. I never come to work if I am sick. I used to send soldiers who were sick home. They don't need to be spreading their bug. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bschurm Posted September 21, 2007 Author Share Posted September 21, 2007 Someone should award this man a 'germophobe of the week' plaque. Ok, I get your point, but remind me to stay away from your germ infested, unenlightened selves.:laugh: Maybe try not sitting on everyones lap. As far as this post, well this is just plain stupid. Have you ever sat in a classroom? If so, do you remember how many people they would cram in those classrooms? Give me a break. :doh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borninblood Posted September 21, 2007 Share Posted September 21, 2007 do you jiggle the door handle three times to make sure it is locked before you leave your house? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
borninblood Posted September 29, 2007 Share Posted September 29, 2007 Bump.. I really want to know!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark The Homer Posted September 29, 2007 Share Posted September 29, 2007 I think it's an age thing. When I was young, like in my 20s, I didn't worry about germs at all. Worrying about germs was girly. Now I think about it all the time. I wash my hands all the time. I think I'm wiser now. Therefore, I no longer consider it anal or girly to be concerned about germs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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