HuffPost tells you how to behave in the doctor's office. Suddenly, privacy matters. Don't discuss medical issues with other [vaxxed] idiots. Wear your mask and shut the fuck up.

Disrespecting Privacy

“While it is easy to eavesdrop in a waiting room, everyone should have selective listening,” said Jodi R.R. Smith, the president of Mannersmith Etiquette Consulting. “Give the illusion of privacy, even if none exists.”

If you have to wait in line to speak to someone at the desk, try to keep a reasonable distance.

“This ensures the person in front of you that you are unable to see their personal information that is provided,” said Jackie Vernon-Thompson, the founder of From the Inside-Out School of Etiquette.

Don’t probe into the reason for your fellow patient’s visit during small talk either.

“You may strike up a conversation with others, but again, maintain that illusion of privacy,” Smith advised. “Chat about the weather or a television show. Do not ask why they are seeking medical help. If, and only if, they volunteer that information, then you may ask follow-up questions.”

Making Noise In The Waiting Area

Refrain from loudly talking about yourself to strangers. People who feel unwell might not want to hear your vivid descriptions of your problems, so keep your conversations with others to a low volume so as not to be disruptive.

“Don’t ramble on and on about your medical issues to another patient,” Vernon-Thompson said. “Sit quietly and focus on you until your name is called.”

The same goes for issues directed at staff members.

Not Wearing A Mask

“In this day and age, if you have any sort of sneezing or coughing illness, you should be masked in any medical facility,” Smith said. “This is for your protection and to help protect anyone who may be medically vulnerable.”

If your medical appointment is not time-sensitive and is unrelated to your illness, then reschedule for when you’re not sick. Otherwise, put on a mask before you check in. Some offices require it for all patients.

“Help minimize the spread of germs by wearing a mask, coughing and sneezing into your elbow or stepping outside the waiting area, properly disposing of used tissues by throwing them in the garbage and washing your hands frequently,” Claytor said. “By taking these steps, you are practicing the fundamental principle of etiquette, which is thinking of others before you think of yourself.”

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