[ATM] Re: Public Infection at Star Parties

[Ken Lowther]

Quoting richas at earthlink.net:

> It is a pretty horrific though... certain life-destroying infections 
> such as HIV are transmitted by bodily fluids.   I wonder if tears 
> carry the virus.   I think that the eye is a vulnerable invasion 
> site, just like the mouth, nose, and various other bodily cavities 
> whose mention would be off topic.
>
> What we need is some kind of disposable cover for the eyepiece, one 
> that is clear, of course, and would not hamper the viewing.  This is 
> such a great idea, I might file for a patent on it!  Imagine the 
> benefit to mankind if the spread of ocular AIDS is stopped by "save 
> viewing"!
>
> (message unsigned due to tongue in cheek)
> _______________________________________________

I have heard that 'tears' are a pretty antiseptic.  Think about it.  
Your eyes are always moist and warm.  Generally a favored condition for 
life.  So, I would tend to put some believe in the validity of that.

Ken

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