Don't Get Sick in this Country

Kevin's fever hasn't gone away. He spent the night awake, pressing a wet cloth on his head to keep his temperature down. I slept fitfully, all kinds of bad scenarios playing in my mind.

This morning, I went with him to a walk-in clinic (we were not allowed to visit a neighbourhood GP because they are filled to capacity; I'm thinking more and more of going private with my healthcare.) He looked really pale by the time I left him in that grim NHS waiting room.

Update on the Ill

Thanks everyone for the good vibes, thoughts and comments. I will pass them on to Kevin when I get home. Our internet is down at home so that's why I'm writing this quick note at work.

Kevin had to wait for an hour and a half before a nurse saw him. She couldn't figure out what was wrong, but he said she was nice enough. I'm going by Boots after work and buying some medicine she recommended as well as some crossword puzzles (my surprise treat.)