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LosLobo

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  1. The 3,000 baht first shot injected into the wound was likely Equine Rabies Immuno-Globulin (ERIG) and the 19,000 baht regime likely included Human Rabies Immuno-Globulin (HRIG) which far is more expensive. These prices are not necessarily exorbitant and are one of the penalties of not being prepared with Rabies PrEP (Pre-exposure Prophylaxis).
  2. If infected, you will die without the vaccine.
  3. Rabies PrEP (Pre-exposure Prophylaxis) is crucial for high-risk individuals, such as those who work with animals or live in areas where rabies is prevalent. Here's why it's important, even if additional doses are needed after a bite: Faster Response: If you've had the PrEP, your immune system is already primed to respond to the virus. This means that after a potential exposure, you only need two additional doses of the vaccine, rather than the full post-exposure series, and no Rabies Immune Globulin (RIG), which is expensive, a blood product with inherent issues and often in short supply. Safety Net: Rabies is almost always fatal once symptoms appear. PrEP serves as a crucial safety net, providing your body with a head start in fighting the virus, which is especially important if there’s any delay in receiving post-exposure treatment. Global Travel: In some regions, access to rabies vaccines or RIG can be limited. Having PrEP ensures you are partially protected, buying you time to seek full post-exposure treatment. Peace of Mind: PrEP reduces the anxiety and stress associated with potential exposures, knowing that your body is better prepared to handle the virus. In summary, while post-exposure treatment is still necessary after a bite, Rabies PrEP significantly improves your chances of avoiding the disease, making it a worthwhile preventive measure.
  4. NC PLUS in Phuket Town between Robinson's and Novotel seemed to be the best exchange in Phuket, from my personal experience. Best places to exchange money in Phuket - Wise Google Maps
  5. Actually, Rabies (rabies lyssavirus) is not present in Australia per se, yet ABLV (Australian bat lyssavirus) is endemic. Both belong to the same Lyssavirus genus and rabies vaccine is also indicated for exposures.
  6. Your post is seemingly driven by emotion instead of reasoning, with the following logical fallacies: Ad Hominem: The argument attacks the person (Walz) rather than addressing the substance of what Walz has done or said. By calling him "fake," the focus shifts to discrediting his character instead of discussing the relevant issues or actions. Straw Man: The argument might be oversimplifying or misrepresenting Walz's actions or claims. If Walz's statements or actions are more nuanced, this oversimplification makes it easier to attack his character. Hasty Generalization: The statement implies that because Walz "eventually began to believe his own press releases" and "claimed actual participation in a war zone," this means he is entirely "fake." This conclusion is drawn without sufficient evidence to support the broad accusation. Begging the Question: The statement assumes that Walz is "fake" without providing concrete evidence or reasons for this claim. It uses the accusation of being fake to prove itself, which is circular reasoning. Appeal to Emotion: The language used ("This man is fake") is emotionally charged, aiming to provoke a negative emotional response rather than present a rational argument based on facts. Overall, the statement is more focused on discrediting an individual through personal attacks and emotional appeals rather than providing a reasoned, evidence-based argument.
  7. Trump obviously has issues.
  8. I don't think you are easily able to repatriate money from Thailand, through a normal fixed/savings account as you need an international account and some documentation to justify the transfer. I have opened a Dee Money account expressly for that purpose.
  9. Actually, once immunised, two booster shots are recommended following a rabies exposure.
  10. I would suggest that, as titer testing for immunity levels for humans may not be readily available in Thailand, boosters for high-risk exposure like animal workers and others with low levels after 10 years are an easy alternative. My Western doctor also advised me to have a booster. As my rabies PrEP was done in 2006 and my last booster from a rabies exposure was in 2009, more than 10 years ago, my GP recommended a single booster shot to maintain my immunity.
  11. I noticed some differences in your post compared to what I've read or experienced. Here are a few points that might benefit from some clarification: Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP): For those who have already completed the initial rabies vaccination series (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis or PrEP), PEP typically consists of two doses of the rabies vaccine, given on day 0 and day 3. There’s usually no need for rabies immunoglobulin (RIG) in these cases because your body already has some immunity from the earlier vaccinations. For Those Unvaccinated: For individuals who have never been vaccinated, PEP can involve administering RIG alongside a series of four doses of the rabies vaccine on days 0, 3, 7, and 14. RIG provides immediate passive immunity while the body takes about a week to begin producing its own antibodies in response to the vaccine. Cost and Availability: RIG is a costly and limited resource, with prices in Thailand often starting at 5,000 THB for Human RIG. This is why getting the initial vaccination series (PrEP) and keeping up with regular boosters is so important—it reduces the need for RIG and ensures faster protection if you're exposed. Your practice of getting boosters every three years is a good precaution given your level of exposure. This keeps your immunity strong, minimizing the risk if you encounter a rabid animal.
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  15. Like this one from flipper Trump, though he's not from an oil company? “I am for electric cars," Trump told supporters in Atlanta over the weekend. "I have to because Elon Musk endorsed me very strongly, Elon. So, I have no choice.” This comment stands in stark contrast to past rants that saw him rave against the vehicles in speeches involving boats and sharks and confusing batteries with solar power. Trump admits to campaign 'quid pro quo' with billionaire: report (msn.com)
  16. I am enjoying Away (TV Series 2020) - IMDb 6.6/10 Seems somehow it must have got under my radar in the past.
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  18. The current drop in employment and shares worldwide is Biden Economics? Or is it due to measures taken to combat inflation, such as central banks raising interest rates which leads to reduced consumer spending and business investment, affecting corporate earnings and investor sentiment, which in turn causes declines in employment and stock markets?
  19. Yet, Trump did not participate in the democratic process by failing to debate the other candidates in the GOP Primaries. Your False Equivilancancy (sic) is a logical false equivalency in itself. Here are the logical fallacies in your word salad: False Equivalence: The statement commits a false equivalence fallacy by comparing two situations that are not directly comparable. Hillary Clinton's and Kamala Harris's paths to their respective positions are different, and thus, directly equating them without considering the specific contexts and processes involved is misleading. Hasty Generalization: The statement may also be seen as a hasty generalization by making a broad claim about Harris's position based on incomplete or speculative information. It assumes without sufficient evidence that Harris has been "gifted" the position without a primary process. Appeal to Tradition: Implicitly, the statement might rely on an appeal to tradition by suggesting that the primary process (as seen with Clinton) is the only legitimate way to earn a nomination. This ignores the political nuances and strategies that might lead to different approaches in different election cycles. Note: The decision of whether to hold primary elections for presidential candidates is a strategic and procedural choice made by political parties, and it is not inherently undemocratic. Political parties may choose different methods for nominating candidates based on their specific goals, circumstances, and strategic considerations.
  20. Good advice! The problem with Trump's campaign is that he is not offering any tangible benefits to the lower- and middle-class for their support, only personal attacks and rhetorical hate speech. Whereas he is openly selling real benefits to the rich for campaign financial support. The one time the GOP spoke about 'kitchen-table issues', how did that turn out?
  21. I curious, do you ever fact check your posts? Or are you just a troll who makes things up, like your messiah?
  22. I have had three Samsung front loaders first one ten years latest one four months, second one two years old and still in my home country. The latest ones can be voice controlled by my Google Home. I find the front loaders very good on clothes compared to the wear, tear and tangles of top loaders. The top speed of 1400 rpm makes drying very quick and stops the bad smells sometimes I used to find on slow drying very wet clothes in the high humidity.
  23. Trump's frivolous defamation case with ABC Stephanopoulos for repeating a fact previously stated by a Judge in the Carroll case, was in play before the Biden debate, yet it is problematic now, hmm. 'Any time, any place' Trump is running scared to mommy Murdoch's Fox News, as he knows Kamala will make him accountable for his actions just like 80-year-old Carroll did for the first time in his life If he failed with his 80-year-old rape victim, how will he go with a younger savvy ex-prosecutor? Taking the fifth 400 times or refusing to take the stand in a televised debate, will not go down well with the voting electorate.
  24. Donald Trump's father, Fred Trump, was arrested during a KKK-related riot in 1927, though the charges against him were later dropped. Fred Trump is reported to have downplayed his German heritage, promoting a narrative that the family was of Swedish descent, to appeal to the Jewish community during a time of anti-German sentiment post-WWII. Donald Trump continued this narrative by downplaying his German heritage by claiming it was also Swedish. Now that's real racism.
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