Right. So Georgia almost gives Nell one measly extra paracetamol (which wouldn't have done her any harm) and Mother Teresa has a fit and pretty much wants Georgia hung drawn and quartered (yes I'm exaggerating!). Even though Georgia was worried about a mum with cancer.
BIB - sorry, but paracetamol overdose can be very harmful. Had Nell ended up taking 3 doses (2 legitimate and one accidental) in e.g. a 4 hour window, it would not have been good for her liver. Although paracetamol is widely used and regarded as safe (which it is when used correctly), overdose (accidental or otherwise) can lead to liver failure surprisingly quickly, so Sonya was justified in her concern.
I've looked after many people who have taken an attention-seeking overdose, thinking paracetamol won't harm them, but have ended up on a Parvolex IV infusion to counteract the effects of the Paracetamol. And a few unlucky ones, who left it too late for the antedote ended up needing liver transplants. And it doesn't take as many tablets as people would think. This is why we're warned to read contents of flu/cold remedies, as some people accidentally overdose by taking paracetamol on its own, together with Beecham's etc. which also contain paracetamol.
Besides, no matter the effects on Nell, hospital ODs are not OK! Georgia's job is to check medication charts before administering anything to a patient - (right patient, right medication, right time, right dose, right method of administration), and also asking the child's parent if they have had any paracetamol before they came into hospital.
Brad really is a knob. If I were Terese I would get rid.
Agreed. When Terese was up-in-arms over the Adelaide kiss between Lauren and Brad, I felt she was acting OTT, but she's had the patience of a saint this time round when Brad really is sniffing around Lauren. I could not bear to be with such a weak, drippy man as Brad.
Agreed. I found his warning off of that Lewis guy a bit cringey. Lauren said it best in the preview for tomorrow that he really needs to worry about his own marriage. I know people used to say Matt was dull but I much preferred him to Brad
Yes, I wish Matt was still around and Brad had taken a hike.
The current Paige/Tyler storyline is now reaching 'Rani's play' proportions for me. I now groan whenever one of them appears onscreen. I like both characters, but this storyline needs to end ASAP as it's dragging the show down.
BIB :o:o what a rather an unpleasant thing to say (in my opinion)
Just to clarify, I was speaking factually not giving my opinion on the motive behind those overdoses. Specifically I was referring to people who had taken self-confessed attention-seeking overdoses. In other words, these people said they had, for example wanted to get the attention of their boyfriend or mum, after a row, They said they had no intention of harming themselves, but wanted to give their loved one a scare and chose a paracetamol overdose as they thought it would be harmless. They were shocked and upset when they realised they were in real danger of having liver failure.
I hope that explains why I used that term. I would never insult those with genuine mental health issues or judge anyone with depression. It was certainly not my intention to make an unpleasant comment about attempted suicide.
And ffs get rid of nate. Or do we not need actors any more and we all get a go?
FFS get rid of the casting agents that go for looks first, talent last
(Best character in neighbours history Harold would never haven had a chance with them )
I wouldn't mind seeing Brad and Lauren together. The fallout would be awesome to see, and I've never bought into him and Terese as a couple anyway.
I think when Paul tried to split them up he had a lot of valid points. I just don't see someone so career focused sticking with a guy who basically is still a surfer dude and wanders from one job to the next.
I'm warming to Brennan and Paige getting back together as well. But I'm not so sure Brennan would want to be with her when/if he finds out what she has been up to.
I just want the whole Tomato/Paige/Tyler/Brennan saga to end before I break my fast forward button.
You just know Brennan and Paige will get back together. How dull. Paige brings Brennan down and have no chemistry as a couple in my opinion. I am now going to just catch up with the soap on demand, so I can skip any painful Paige scenes.
And ffs get rid of nate. Or do we not need actors any more and we all get a go?
FFS get rid of the casting agents that go for looks first, talent last
(Best character in neighbours history Harold would never haven had a chance with them )
For me, Imogen is one of the best characters on the show and the actress playing her is talented. Give me Imogen over Paige any day.
Nate is a bit dull, but the actor is decent enough.
For me, Imogen is one of the best characters on the show and the actress playing her is talented. Give me Imogen over Paige any day.
Nate is a bit dull, but the actor is decent enough.
Totally agree
Imogen can be a bit annoying but aren't we all sometimes??! I agree she's one of the best characters and well acted
I actually really like Nate - and I think the actor plays what isn't the best written character pretty well ie I don't think it's the acting that is at fault
I think they should have Brad shirtless all the time - it's the most interesting thing about him!
Seeing Brad/Lauren/Paige together as a family, I'm warming to the idea of them being a better match for each other. I think it could be good drama. But, I wouldn't want their union to plain-sailing, as they don't deserve it. I'd feel for Terese, as her and Brad must have had something in common for them to last so long.
I don't mind Paige in this story; it feels like a natural progression of the story from last year. No matter how hard they try to "blend the families", those old issues haven't gone away. Terese and Paige still see each other as an issue.
I'm warming to Brennan and Paige getting back together as well. But I'm not so sure Brennan would want to be with her when/if he finds out what she has been up to.
I think there's the possibility that Brennan may react the opposite way. May be he's learnt from his mistake with Kate, when he dumped her for providing Rebecca with an alibi the night Paul was pushed of the mezzanine. His initial reaction could still be one of horror, but I think he may be less judgemental this time around, especially after dating Naomi and overcoming those issues.
I don't think he'll be as forgiving with Tyler, though.
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BIB - sorry, but paracetamol overdose can be very harmful. Had Nell ended up taking 3 doses (2 legitimate and one accidental) in e.g. a 4 hour window, it would not have been good for her liver. Although paracetamol is widely used and regarded as safe (which it is when used correctly), overdose (accidental or otherwise) can lead to liver failure surprisingly quickly, so Sonya was justified in her concern.
I've looked after many people who have taken an attention-seeking overdose, thinking paracetamol won't harm them, but have ended up on a Parvolex IV infusion to counteract the effects of the Paracetamol. And a few unlucky ones, who left it too late for the antedote ended up needing liver transplants. And it doesn't take as many tablets as people would think. This is why we're warned to read contents of flu/cold remedies, as some people accidentally overdose by taking paracetamol on its own, together with Beecham's etc. which also contain paracetamol.
Besides, no matter the effects on Nell, hospital ODs are not OK! Georgia's job is to check medication charts before administering anything to a patient - (right patient, right medication, right time, right dose, right method of administration), and also asking the child's parent if they have had any paracetamol before they came into hospital.
Brad is terrible for my blood pressure - and that's not meant as a compliment.
Agreed. When Terese was up-in-arms over the Adelaide kiss between Lauren and Brad, I felt she was acting OTT, but she's had the patience of a saint this time round when Brad really is sniffing around Lauren. I could not bear to be with such a weak, drippy man as Brad.
Yes, I wish Matt was still around and Brad had taken a hike.
The current Paige/Tyler storyline is now reaching 'Rani's play' proportions for me. I now groan whenever one of them appears onscreen. I like both characters, but this storyline needs to end ASAP as it's dragging the show down.
I do think this tedious triangle will continue to go on though. I don't think this will be the end of it.
Just to clarify, I was speaking factually not giving my opinion on the motive behind those overdoses. Specifically I was referring to people who had taken self-confessed attention-seeking overdoses. In other words, these people said they had, for example wanted to get the attention of their boyfriend or mum, after a row, They said they had no intention of harming themselves, but wanted to give their loved one a scare and chose a paracetamol overdose as they thought it would be harmless. They were shocked and upset when they realised they were in real danger of having liver failure.
I hope that explains why I used that term. I would never insult those with genuine mental health issues or judge anyone with depression. It was certainly not my intention to make an unpleasant comment about attempted suicide.
You'd have to be to get through Neighbours at the moment!
You mean Robin? I hadn't noticed that he did!
We need rid of St. Sonya and Paige first.
And ffs get rid of nate. Or do we not need actors any more and we all get a go?
FFS get rid of the casting agents that go for looks first, talent last
(Best character in neighbours history Harold would never haven had a chance with them
I think when Paul tried to split them up he had a lot of valid points. I just don't see someone so career focused sticking with a guy who basically is still a surfer dude and wanders from one job to the next.
I'm warming to Brennan and Paige getting back together as well. But I'm not so sure Brennan would want to be with her when/if he finds out what she has been up to.
You just know Brennan and Paige will get back together. How dull. Paige brings Brennan down and have no chemistry as a couple in my opinion. I am now going to just catch up with the soap on demand, so I can skip any painful Paige scenes.
For me, Imogen is one of the best characters on the show and the actress playing her is talented. Give me Imogen over Paige any day.
Nate is a bit dull, but the actor is decent enough.
Totally agree
Imogen can be a bit annoying but aren't we all sometimes??! I agree she's one of the best characters and well acted
I actually really like Nate - and I think the actor plays what isn't the best written character pretty well ie I don't think it's the acting that is at fault
He's really annoying me just now.
Yes, I enjoyed that too. Never thought we'd hear the Bungle Bungles mentioned again in Neighbours!
Seeing Brad/Lauren/Paige together as a family, I'm warming to the idea of them being a better match for each other. I think it could be good drama. But, I wouldn't want their union to plain-sailing, as they don't deserve it. I'd feel for Terese, as her and Brad must have had something in common for them to last so long.
I don't mind Paige in this story; it feels like a natural progression of the story from last year. No matter how hard they try to "blend the families", those old issues haven't gone away. Terese and Paige still see each other as an issue.
I think there's the possibility that Brennan may react the opposite way. May be he's learnt from his mistake with Kate, when he dumped her for providing Rebecca with an alibi the night Paul was pushed of the mezzanine. His initial reaction could still be one of horror, but I think he may be less judgemental this time around, especially after dating Naomi and overcoming those issues.
I don't think he'll be as forgiving with Tyler, though.
I actually shrieked. Such a saddo for Neighbours
I find his glassy-eyed perma-grin slightly sinister
It's Bobby Beale/Damien all over again.
They're really milking this well nonsense.