Mmh. Well done avoiding so far.
T2D, diet & Metformin.
No insulin.
Had it last year November wave.
Never had flu proper, so this was the worst cold, etc I ever had.
Asthmatic to, so was likely worse then I might have got.
4/5 days really rough, but not at death's door, TG.
Worst of it lasted 10 days, recovered reasonably quickly.
Was just due for my 3 jab (had previous 2 no issues)
I'd like to say, you can avoid it indefinitely, but I don't personally believe that's truly possible AND be able to live anywhere near our previous lifestyles.
If it helps, I'd suggest it's airborne & dose level counts most.
Sure no one can guarantee outcomes.
But a few sensible precautions can't hurt.
Avoid crowded spaces if possible
spend as little time in close contact if not.
Treat outdoors as safer then indoors..(as in bars restaurants etc)
I'd personally not wear a mask in street, but would in stores.
Sure to be a winter wave, and masking becomes more prevalent, but many won't feel the need
If it helps....wife had it recently
We were sensible, but I didn't fully isolate from her...but did commandeer the couch, for a week or two.
Never caught it from her, but did ventilate rooms well most days
And she did similar for me, during my bout, again not catching it.
Hope some of that helps make a difficult decision a little easier.
I do report & monitor the Zoe app, now no one tests anymore.
it does give a reasonable early warning that a spike is happening in your area & overall.
Good luck.