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Edinburgh Mask Bloc
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Dan O'Hara @skeuomorphology.bsky.social · 2d
The PCR positivity map is out, and UKHSA have finally deigned to describe covid activity as "medium".

UKHSA national positivity is 13.23%.

Adjusted for non-reporting we make it 15.27%.

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Edinburgh Mask Bloc @edinmaskbloc.bsky.social · 2d
Happy Autumn! It's time for another event roundup 😊 Come say hi to us at @tagsfest.co.uk or @lighthousebks.bsky.social's Radical Book Fair, which are also supported by @airlibraryscotland.bsky.social, come to our crafting session or enjoy some of the many other covid safer events!
On backgrond of autumn leaves on a string: Covid Safer Events in Edinburgh and Glasgow, Autumn 2025 edition. Do you know of other covid-conscious events this autumn, anywhere in Scotland? Let us know and we’ll add it to our calendar! One-off events: Sat 18th October, 1pm: Edinburgh Butch Club Film Screening of “Outlaw”, Edinburgh Student Housing Cooperative. Masks required, Air purifier Sat 25th October, 2pm-6pm: Glasgow Mask Bloc Clothes Swap & Fundraiser, PlutoQ Community Reading Room, Glasgow. Masks required, Tests available, Air purifier Tue 28th October, 6pm-8pm: Edinburgh Mask Bloc Crafting session Lavender Menace Queer Book Archive, Edinburgh. Masks required, Air purifier, Online option. Check out the individual organisations for exact precautions and more information! Edinburgh Mask Bloc & Air Library Scotland will be at: Sat & Sun 25th-26th October, 10am-5pm: TAGS Festival Fruitmarket Gallery, Edinburgh. Masks required, Air purifiers provided by Air Library Scotland Thurs 6th - Sun 9th November: Radical Book Fair - Ecosystems of Change Assembly Roxy, Edinburgh. Masks required, Air Purifiers provided by Air Library Scotland, Online option Check out the individual organisations for exact precautions and more information! Ongoing events & Covid-safer spaces: PlutoQ Community Reading Room Covid conscious Open Space/Events on Wednesdays and Fridays Masks required, Tests available, Air purifier Glasgow Zine Library First Saturday each month masking can be requested for events Masks required, Air purifier Glasgow Women’s Library Friday Afternoons Masks required, Air purifier Lighthouse Books Events Indoors events Masks required, Air purifier, Online option Check out the individual organisations for exact precautions and more information!
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UK Health Security Agency @ukhsa.bsky.social · 2d
#UKHSAVirusWatch is back, a summary of our weekly winter surveillance report .🦠🧵
This week's data shows an increase in COVID-19 activity, which is circulating at medium levels. Flu activity has also increased, particularly in those aged 15 to 24, but remains at baseline levels.
Graph showing COVID-19 positive tests rising steadily from spring 2025 after a low in early 2025. Data from October 2024 to October 2025, England only. Graph showing flu-positive tests peaking sharply in winter 2024–25 before declining and then beginning to rise again in autumn 2025. Data from October 2024 to October 2025, England only. Graph showing flu-positive tests peaking sharply in winter 2024–25 before declining and then beginning to rise again in autumn 2025. Data from October 2024 to October 2025.
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Clinically Vulnerable Families 💙💜💗 @cvcev.bsky.social · 4d
🚨 BREAKING: Labour MPs back calls to restore NHS Covid vaccines for all Clinically Vulnerable people!

After pressure from CVF members and supporters - a rapid U-turn appears to be underway.

WELL DONE!

#KeepCovidBoosters campaign a HUGE success!
Case Ref: 1 message Beccy Cooper MP @drbeccycooper.co.uk> Mon, 6 Oct 2025 at 00:50 Dear Thank you very much for contacting me about your concerns regarding access to Covid-19 vaccination for Clinically Vulnerable people. Please accept my apologies for the delay in responding to your email. I am pleased to be able to confirm that the new Labour government is committed to strengthening our public health response and reducing health inequalities. Labour's recent commitments and statements have made clear that the principle of universal and fair access to vaccines particularly for those who are medically at-risk must be central to our national strategy. In Parliament, Labour MPs have called for a rapid review of JCVI eligibility criteria and for the reinstatement of free Covid-19 vaccination for all Clinically Vulnerable people, in line with the existing approach to NHS flu vaccinations. Many have highlighted, as you do, that the logic and evidence for including all at-risk groups in annual booster rollouts are overwhelming, given the ongoing pandemic context and emergence of new variants. Our party's manifesto commits to taking advice from clinicians and scientists and to working closely with NHS England to ensure that support for the most vulnerable is not withdrawn on cost grounds especially when this may lead to greater suffering and increased NHS pressure. There is widespread concern across Parliament about the risk of deepening health inequality and placing the cost burden of essential preventative care onto those least able to shoulder it. Thank you again for taking the time to share your concerns so powerfully. Best wishes, Dr Beccy Cooper MP Member of Parliament for Worth Parliamentary Office: House of C Telephone: 01903 496390 betw Clinically Vulnerable Families [LOGO]
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Chantzy @chantzy.bsky.social · 6d
Yesterday's Living with Long Covid exhibit launch got some media coverage. 👏🏼

Hopefully more to come! The event is on until March 22 if you missed it

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Photo exhibition highlights reality of Canadians with long COVID | Watch News Videos Online
Watch Photo exhibition highlights reality of Canadians with long COVID Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca
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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 6d
On Sep 26, Winslow Santé Publique rallied at the French Society of Cardiology to demand their action to address the impact of COVlD-19 on cardiovascular health. @solenntango.bsky.social president of @winslowsp.bsky.social was interviewed by @msjulieslam.bsky.social www.facebook.com/masktogether...
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“The SFC (French Society of Cardiology) claimed that our condition is too complex and multidisciplinary for them to deal with. So, we gathered outside their building to protest. We are fighting...
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MaskTogetherAmerica @togetherwemask.bsky.social · 6d
“The SFC claimed that our condition is too complex and multidisciplinary for them to deal with. So, we gathered outside their building to protest. We are fighting against the erasure of #LongCOVID..." @solenntango.bsky.social president of @winslowsp.bsky.social
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On Sep 26, Winslow Santé Publique rallied at the French Society of Cardiology to demand their action to address the impact of COVlD-19 on cardiovascular health. @solenntango.bsky.social president of @winslowsp.bsky.social was interviewed by @msjulieslam.bsky.social https://www.facebook.com/masktogetheramerica/posts/pfbid0uwKZGL6JBFfidnsLA5QePSB5UaemLjkmsLiEfJ75LQPjtxws6Z3qrWu1acrgsukMl
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Dr Rae Duncan @sunny-rae1.bsky.social · Apr 21
Published today after 2years of work behind the scenes by us at WHN/DELPHI Executive team : Our Global Expert DELPHI Consensus document on Long Covid. 179 Experts from 28 countries around the Globe Participated. Please share. Happy Easter!

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Esther @elhopkins.bsky.social · 7d
13 million of the most vulnerable folks have no NHS vaccine access when this virus causes heart problems amongst other risks. We need urgent loud support. @eddavey.libdems.org.uk @zackpolanski.bsky.social www.pulsetoday.co.uk/news/clinica...
Regular Covid vaccinations needed to reduce cardiac risks
Regular Covid vaccinations are needed to reduce associated cardiac risks, experts at the European Cardiology Society have concluded.
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Long Covid Advocacy @longcovidadvoc.com · 8d
😷 Amazing @specsaversuk.bsky.social ! Booked an at home eye test - requested to be told if anyone was symptomatic.

A lovely lady said the opticians carry masks & OFFERED that they mask!

In shock!
Respect • Protection • Validation
It's not that hard!
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demian 😷☭⚧ (he/they) @camaradademian.bsky.social · 12d
there are 6 comrades in Latin America who need masks! help us send masks!

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#MaskUp #WearAMask #CovidRealist #CovidIsAirbone #LongCovid #YallMasking #DisabledLiberation #DisabilityJustice
there are 6 comrades in Latin America who need masks! help us send masks! Four of them are firefighters that will use those masks to protect themselves and distribute to neighbors affected by fires! 1. Donate directly to us through PayPal and Kofi 2. You can purchase the masks directly (send an email and we will send you the address and you can buy the masks directly from the web PPEO) 3. Share and help us fundraise if you can ! AutoDefensaSanitaria@proton.me linktr.ee/healthselfdefense_ qr code with the ko-fi and paypal: ADSinternacional
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Denis - The COVID Info Guy @thecovidinfoguy.bsky.social · 10d
Scientists Finally Reveal Biological Basis of Long COVID Brain Fog.

Patients with brain fog may have disrupted AMPA receptor (AMPAR) expression—key molecules for memory and learning. Imaging of Long COVID patients showed elevated AMPAR density tied to more severe cognitive impairment.
Scientists Finally Reveal Biological Basis of Long COVID Brain Fog
Researchers employed a specialized brain imaging technique to identify a potential biomarker and therapeutic target for Long COVID. More than four years after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, scien...
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ARRA - Association pour la Réduction des Risques Aéroportés @associationarra.bsky.social · 16d
In ARRA-language we say "à tes souhaits" and then we add "please wear a damn mask and keep your microbes to yourself" when it's "sneeze season" and we think it's beautiful.
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European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control @ecdc.europa.eu · 16d
🌍 EU Languages Day meets sneeze season!

Today we celebrate #EULanguagesDay with a chorus of “Bless you” from across Europe.

🤧 One sneeze. Many blessings. From Gesundheit! and Salute! to Prosit!

As respiratory viruses make their seasonal comeback, let’s protect ourselves and each other!
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Inclusive New Normal @inclusivenew.bsky.social · 12d
The (ongoing) adverse impact of SARS CoV 2 on our children is a scandal, particularly when so much could now be done to prevent it. Big week for @cvcev.bsky.social & @longcovidkids.bsky.social at the UK Covid Inquiry. Wishing you the best of luck in forcing those responsible to be held to account 🍀
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Clinically Vulnerable Families 💙💜💗 @cvcev.bsky.social · 13d
Clinically Vulnerable Families at the start of the Children and Young People’s module this morning.

Support us if you can! I will be here on Wednesday to speak. Tickets are available.
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Edinburgh Mask Bloc @edinmaskbloc.bsky.social · 15d
We've been recording the highest wastewater levels of the year this month and the trend keeps going up. Get masked up for this autumn!
Covid Wastewater levels in Scotland End of September 2025. A graph shows a sharp spike in August 2024, a low winter, and slow rise throughout summer 2025 to the current highest levels of the year. Text underneath: We missed the summer wave, but cases are rising now - mask up, stay warm and safe Get cosy - but not with Covid-19! As the weather gets colder, activities move inside, and the academic year begins, we’re seeing an uptick in the wastewater, so there’s likely more Covid cases in the community. Don’t dismiss illness: mask up so you don’t pass it on and stay home resting if you can! Negative LFTs are not reliable, but you can improve chances of an accurate result by testing 3 times over 4 days. Aim for two negative consecutive tests before being social again. Keep your face warm and your health safe with a mask Text on the left: If you need masks or want help to keep yourself and each other safe, message Edinburgh Mask Bloc or Glasgow Mask Bloc We still have some variety packs if you’re not sure what works for you We also post masks if you are not local! On the right are images of people of different skin colours fist bumping, and a mask alongside a pile of letters.
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Durham County Department of Public Health (DCoDPH) @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social · 16d
Get the facts and beware of myths in order to protect yourself and others from COVID-19.
COVID-19 myths vs. facts. myth: I don’t have access to the highest quality masks, so there’s no reason to wear one at all.Fact: High-quality masks like N95s and KN95s (these are also called respirators) provide the best protection against COVID-19, but any mask is better than nothing. Wear the best available to you. COVID-19 myths vs. facts. myth: I can’t get Long COVID because I’m young, I have no health conditions, and I’m in good shape.Fact: Anyone can get Long COVID, even if you’re young, eat healthy foods, exercise regularly, and have never had other health issues. People of all ages and health histories have suffered from Long COVID. COVID-19 myths vs. facts. myth: COVID-19 is just a cold. Fact: COVID-19 is much more dangerous than the common cold. Unlike the common cold, COVID-19 has caused millions of deaths, disability, organ damage, and more. To protect your long-term health, take steps to prevent COVID-19, and if you do become sick, it’s important to get lots of rest to help your body fully recover, and talk to your doctor about treatment. COVID-19 myths vs. facts. myth: Vaccines don’t have any impact on whether or not I’ll get COVID-19. Fact: It is still possible to get COVID-19 after vaccination, so it’s important to also take other steps to protect yourself, but vaccines help lower the risk of infection, and they are even more effective at lowering the risk of severe illness and death if you do become sick. But protection decreases over time, so it’s important to stay up to date when it’s time for new doses.
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Durham County Department of Public Health (DCoDPH) @durhamhealthnc.bsky.social · 16d
COVID-19 cases are still high, so be sure to know the facts and avoid the myths in order to protect yourself and others.
COVID-19 myths vs. facts. myth: If I’ve already had COVID-19 once, I’m immune from getting it again. Fact: There is no limit on how many times you can get COVID-19. Reinfection is common, and each new infection raises your risk of serious illness, organ damage, Long COVID, and more. COVID-19 myths vs. facts. myth: I won’t get COVID-19 as long as I wash my hands well. Fact: It’s always a good idea to wash your hands, but COVID-19 spreads primarily through the air and respiratory droplets, so handwashing is much less likely to prevent COVID-19 than wearing masks. COVID-19 myths vs. facts. myth: I don’t need to wear masks if I’ve already been vaccinated.Fact: Vaccines can reduce your risk of infection, and if you do get sick after being vaccinated, you are much less likely to experience severe illness or death, but it is still possible to get COVID-19 and spread it to others even if you’ve been vaccinated, so it’s a good idea to keep masking.
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bats 🦇✨ @itsbabs.bsky.social · 18d
“it is neglect of the highest order to look children in the eyes and say we knew how to protect you and we just didn’t do it.”
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Dr. Lucky Tran @luckytran.com · 18d
“We are told by leaders that we are the future. But when it comes to the ongoing pandemic, our present is being stolen right in front of our eyes.”

Incredible speech by Violet Affleck who warned about the ongoing dangers of COVID & Long Covid, & advocated for masks and clean air at the UN today!
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Miles W. Griffis @mileswgriffis.bsky.social · 18d
NEW: At a UN event today, advocate Violet Affleck gave a short speech on pediatric #LongCOVID. She also talked about how clean air and masking could help address the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and protect children from the disabling disease.

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Violet Affleck advocates for children with Long COVID, masks, and clean indoor air at United Nations event - The Sick Times
During today’s United Nations (UN) event “Healthy Indoor Air: A Global Call to Action,” advocate Violet Affleck spoke about how clean air and masking are vital tools to address the ongoing COVID-19 pa...
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Marie Gardiner @mariegardiner.bsky.social · 18d
If you're not entitled to a free flu shot, you can get one privately from Asda for 60p(!!) as part of a promotional offer if you book online and can go before September ends. Here's the link:

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NB COVID info @nbcovidinfo.bsky.social · 26d
I presented our work at the national public health conference and the number 1 thing people said to me was “you shouldn’t have to be spending your own money on respirators and tests for the public!” Yeah, we shouldn’t. #nbpoli
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Haley @haleyjo261.bsky.social · 26d
Harvest is over. School is in. Illnesses spreading like crazy.

We do not have any rapid tests, and we’ve decided we’re not going to be fundraising for more.

It’s not fair to you to be funding things like this. (1)
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Long Covid Kids @longcovidkids.bsky.social · 26d
"My name is Rachel and it was early in the first lockdown when I got ill. I was 12 years old and the message at the time was that Covid didn’t affect children, so I believed it"

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"My childhood ended overnight" Rachel's Story| Long Covid Kids Real Life Stories
"My name is Rachel and it was early in the first lockdown when I got ill. I was 12 years old and the message at the time was that Covid didn’t affect children, so I believed it"Rachel now 18 is still ...
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ARRA - Association pour la Réduction des Risques Aéroportés @associationarra.bsky.social · Sep 8
❓Pourquoi les gens mentent sur ce qu'il s'est passé pendant les confinements ?

“On a accepté de sacrifier les profits privés à court terme en faveur de la santé et du bien-être à long terme. Ce principe est une menace existentielle pour la droite. C’est pour ça que les attaques sont aussi tenaces.”
Why are people lying about Covid-19 lockdowns?
As I started up the car, Duncan Garner's voice boomed out. In his shrill 'trying to be one of the boys but failing' shout, he raged about how 'we were all locked down' and 'Jacinda needs to front up!*...
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Breathe Clean Sweden @breathecleansweden.bsky.social · 26d
Because breathing is...what?!...fundamental!
Hi! We are Breathe Clean Sweden, a brand new initiative to provide information about disability justice, clean air, Covid mitigation and Long Covid to a Swedish audience. In time we also hope to set up a Mask Bloc to provide masks to people residing in Sweden and to organise events that prioritise clean air through masking, ventilation and testing. We do not trust capitalism and the State’s weak excuse for a public health agency. We trust in science and each other. Vi litar inte på kapitalismen och FHM, vi litar på vetenskap och varandra. Please get in touch if you are a Covid conscious person in Sweden, or if you have an interest in fighting for accessibility and clean air for all! Skriv gärna till oss om du är en Covid conscious person som bor i Sverige, eller om du har ett intresse för tillgänglighetsfrågor och frisk luft åt alla!
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Violet Blue® @violetblue.bsky.social · Sep 8
Scooby-Doo meme of Fred revealing the villain as someone they knew it was all along. In this image a cartoon Fred with blonde hair and a white shirt is pulling a fake ghost mask off a tied-up villain, who is a covid orb.
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