Originally Posted by
Joejosh999
It’s the long term effects I wonder about.
In US the military has said that anyone who’s tested positive is permanently unfit and cannot join the armed forces. (No word on how they’ll deal with existing members who have had the virus - discharge? Change of duty?)
That does make me wonder if they know a bit more about this virus than they’re letting on. Permanent lung/organ damage maybe, such that high level fitness cannot be achieved. Worrisome.
Such a blanket ban based on a positive PCR at time of illness or subsequent antibody test is foolish. Covid-19 has proved itself to be a multi-phasic disease in which the outcome may range from a simple respiratory illness to an acute respiratory and vascular one involving MODS, CSS and prolonged periods ventilated in the ITU. Any repercussions for ongoing health and capabilities can only be carried out after a period of recovery and an assessment of fitness within the guidelines dictating the requirements of the role.