Derek Chai Media

People don’t hate masks.
They hate you — for reminding them. That there’s still a threat.
That the system failed.
That they abandoned the vulnerable to feel “normal.”
That you have the nerve to still give a damn.

Large parts of California are surging with COVlD transmission. At least 1 in 40 people are estimated actively infectious in the dark red regions, based on PMC estimates using the most recent CDC data.

Why Are People Wearing Masks in 2025? A Mental Health Professional's Perspective

@DavidJoffe64 I did too at the start. And then it got too hard for her. The disrespect from Perrotet and Hazard was too strong for her medical knowledge and she chose the easy way- not do anything to rock the boat. Not what we need with a CHO (who, BtW, should not have to answer to the govt)

One image that tells you everything you need to know about the failure of NSW Health, the CHO and the Minister. I used to respect Kerry Chant 🤬☠️

How to manage your emotions

The cost to be a decent person is $0

@ShazzaCook Your job is made so much harder by the lack of consideration of some people

@derekchaimedia Being a mother, I hated being sick. How would I look after my family?

What % of people do you see out wearing a mask (any type)? #covidisnotover #wearamask

@aftab_usa I get the same questions. I work with heart surgeons

Each day in my Medical Practice, I see patients who are. getting chemotherapy, patients who have COPD, Patients with Autoimmune diseases. These patients are certainly Immuno-compromised. Each day, they question me. "Why am I still wearing a Mask"?

@jacksonto888 I hope she gets well quickly. It’s not a nice thing to get. You stay well too

@derekchaimedia Last weekend my wife was pretty sick and we thought it might have been the weather change from clear skies dry weather to raining damp weather that we’ve been having for past few months. Turns out it was covid and her first time. Pretty poorly due to her underlying asthma.

It absolutely blows my mind that for many people, when they have flu-like symptoms, that Covid is not the first thing they think of 🤷🏻 #covidisnotover

Will QLD clinch the #stateoforigin tonight? #nrl #rugbyleague

@ShazzaCook Being sick is definitely no fun.

@derekchaimedia Even though not many people are wearing masks, it is good to know that those who do wear masks have not been well. I haven't been sick for a while.

@gemcarey I’m super angry because a work colleague (who should have been more responsible) gave it to me (and many others). N95 all the time except eating alone in an office. Maybe they coughed in there at some point. Really annoyed

I’m seeing so many first infections on here. Tell me about your anger and your grief, how are you coping with it?

@myknittingwool @maskupmama @DavidJoffe64 Thanks Lorraine. I’ve tried to stay off this platform because it stirs up my anger and it’s not great for my health. Hope you’re keeping well

Cövid and RSV are at HIGH levels.. WTAF is wrong with masking in Health Care???? Given your lack of education or information regarding the risks of Long Cövid (just read a little) your apathy is surpassed only by your ignorance.

@maskupmama @myknittingwool @DavidJoffe64 Thank you! I’ve stayed off this place recently because I wanted to only do stuff that is not stressful to my brain. Society has failed us. Those who care about others are now in the vast minority. You stay well

@derekchaimedia @myknittingwool @DavidJoffe64 Take care Derek. I feel I'm past surprises anymore but it still does my head in when I read stories like yours. Btw, great to see you as I haven't seen your name pop up in ages!

@DavidJoffe64 @myknittingwool I’m doing my best tho

@derekchaimedia @myknittingwool Sadly, when no one less shares your concerns, but happily share your air... There's always a small risk. I get it. It's really tough to remain completely vigilant when others give no shits.

@myknittingwool @DavidJoffe64 I feel like that’s a false hope now. No leader wants to stand out and do what’s right. I thought that was what they’re supposed to do 🥺