Coronavirus Vaccine: Would you/did you get it?

[Skully]

My brother got Covid a few weeks back. He was pretty sick the first day and then recovered. He said he felt like he had bronchitis the first day, and the next day he was almost back to normal. He had no fever or symptoms at the onset of it. He is 68 yrs old. He thinks it is because he got an phenomena shot a few weeks earlier. I also heard early on that the drug treatment for TB was an option for these cases as the virus attacked the lungs. So take it for what it is worth, maybe other options will come of this.

 

[Skully]

My brother got Covid a few weeks back. He was pretty sick the first day and then recovered. He said he felt like he had bronchitis the first day, and the next day he was almost back to normal. He had no fever or symptoms at the onset of it. He is 68 yrs old. He thinks it is because he got an phenomena shot a few weeks earlier. I also heard early on that the drug treatment for TB was an option for these cases as the virus attacked the lungs. So take it for what it is worth, maybe other options will come of this.

 

[Soulmagent]

Nope. I will run and hide like I am 5 . I might get my own thread in the bizarre and offbeat news . Or worse! (pretend i posted screaming emoji's being chased by space ships or something
here).

 

[gitana1]

Absolutely. I have asthma. The risks for me of COVID are high. I also don’t want to infect my mom.

 

[gitana1]

I am on the fence right now. I haven't had the flu for over 20 years, and I don't get a flu shot either. The last time I had a cold was the same, but I do have allergies. Haven't had Covid yet. So I will wait and see what comes of it.

People who don’t get the flu may have much better resistance and immune systems. However, that changes as we age.

 

[gitana1]

I know that feeling... found this info given by Dr Henry in B.C. helpful and she was clear "The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine has not been tested on people under the age of 16, pregnant women and people with compromised immune systems." I'm thinking it will be a screening question. That option is off the table for me as well. Moderna ?

What’s the third?

 

[gitana1]

I had no idea that the TB vaccine was being considered as a treatment 'a repurposed approved vaccine' is a thought, yet it would not be the only treatment available and people are receiving vaccination against covid 19. The study says the main goal is to learn if it " can help prevent COVID -19 infection and/or mitigate the severity of the illness compared to a placebo." Please excuse my lack of understanding, but does this mean that being exposed to the virus is part of the study?

They vaccinate a huge amount of people and give the same amount a placebo. People will naturally come into contact with COVID. They compare the populations (I’m guessing they test their blood for immunity as well as seeing who catches it and how severe). So, yes.

My brother got Covid a few weeks back. He was pretty sick the first day and then recovered. He said he felt like he had bronchitis the first day, and the next day he was almost back to normal. He had no fever or symptoms at the onset of it. He is 68 yrs old. He thinks it is because he got an phenomena shot a few weeks earlier. I also heard early on that the drug treatment for TB was an option for these cases as the virus attacked the lungs. So take it for what it is worth, maybe other options will come of this.

Phenomena shot?

 

[CoverMeCagney]

Phenomena shot?

Pneumonia? But a phenomena shot sounds amazing!

Reminds me of when my son had his toddler immunisations and we told him he was getting his superpowers put in. Afterwards, he reckoned he could run faster: “mummy, it worked!”

 

[Skully]

yes, LOL pneumonia, I think I spelled it wrong and Spell check changed it for me. LOL

 

[Jackielee09]

yes, LOL pneumonia, I think I spelled it wrong and Spell check changed it for me. LOL

It’s funny we all know what spell check does to us and everyone else. We have a new super power. Reading spell checked words but actually knowing what they are supposed to be.
My mom (80) gets the pneumonia and flu vaccine every year. Waiting to see what her Dr recommends w the Covid vaccines. Like which one. I will get vaccine sooner since in health care but I mainly want to be an example for her. I have a couple siblings that believe the conspiracy theories. There is a tracking device. (Insert uncontrollable laughter) And my mom listens to them. But she’s a retired nurse so I’m sure the science will prevail not the hogwash.

 

[MimosaMornings]

I will be first in line in my group to get a vaccine. According to various articles it appears I would not be eligible until the latter portion of the vaccinations.

 

[gitana1]

yes, LOL pneumonia, I think I spelled it wrong and Spell check changed it for me. LOL

Haaa!

Hopefully he’s right. I’ve had all of mine becauSe I have asthma.

 

[dalsglen]

I absolutely will, my elderly neighbours need us, so I'll do what I can to keep them safe. My niece also has cystic fibrosis and I miss my brother so much.

I'm 34, pretty fit and healthy but two years ago I got flu, which lead to pneumonia and then sepsis. I spoiled my twins 4th birthday and I'll NEVER do that again so i pay for and get my flu and pneumonia vaccinations since, as does my needle phobic husband.

 

[anneg]

I chose "maybe," but if my doctor said go for it, I would. My husband, though, has various allergies, and I don't think he should jump to take the first available vaccine if allergic reactions are a concern. Of course he will check with his doctors and take their advice.

 

[10ofRods]

I know that feeling... found this info given by Dr Henry in B.C. helpful and she was clear "The Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine has not been tested on people under the age of 16, pregnant women and people with compromised immune systems." I'm thinking it will be a screening question. That option is off the table for me as well. Moderna ?

I don't think any of the US-approved vaccines have been tested on under 16's or pregnant women. People with compromised immune systems will have issues with every vaccine - but one's allergist/immunologist should have the ability to find dosing that will work. Besides, not every single person needs a vaccine and anyone who is seriously immune-compromised should continue to take precautions.

Pregnant women group is the most interesting. It's likely that the vaccine is fine for them - but none were knowingly included in the trials. If I were pregnant, I might wait a couple of months until the younger people start getting the vaccine en masse (wait...I probably wouldn't have waited back then...I was pretty much into tolerating quite a bit of risk).

Anyway, of the various vaccines, Moderna seems to have the fewest complications. And in my mind, a single dose (even if 2 are optimal) is shown to give very much increased immunity to COVID. OB-GYN's should be publishing about this within the next 6-8 months.

 

[Jackielee09]

I don't think any of the US-approved vaccines have been tested on under 16's or pregnant women. People with compromised immune systems will have issues with every vaccine - but one's allergist/immunologist should have the ability to find dosing that will work. Besides, not every single person needs a vaccine and anyone who is seriously immune-compromised should continue to take precautions.

Pregnant women group is the most interesting. It's likely that the vaccine is fine for them - but none were knowingly included in the trials. If I were pregnant, I might wait a couple of months until the younger people start getting the vaccine en masse (wait...I probably wouldn't have waited back then...I was pretty much into tolerating quite a bit of risk).

Anyway, of the various vaccines, Moderna seems to have the fewest complications. And in my mind, a single dose (even if 2 are optimal) is shown to give very much increased immunity to COVID. OB-GYN's should be publishing about this within the next 6-8 months.

Yeah I’ll wait on moderna.

 

[camrose]

I want to vote yes but I have lots of allergies. I've had 2 anaphylactic episodes in the past so need to talk to my allergist before I make any decision.

 

[CrimeAway]

I have severe anaphylactic reactions to various foods and less severe reactions to many environmental allergens. Knowing the science, I would rather have the vaccine than not, but I would feel more comfortable having it where there are adequate emergency facilities nearby (ie: not CVS pharmacy).
I would actually rather have it at my vet, than some other places, at least I know she can intubate if needed

 

[Jackielee09]

I have severe anaphylactic reactions to various foods and less severe reactions to many environmental allergens. Knowing the science, I would rather have the vaccine than not, but I would feel more comfortable having it where there are adequate emergency facilities nearby (ie: not CVS pharmacy).
I would actually rather have it at my vet, than some other places, at least I know she can intubate if needed

I don’t blame you. Get it at the hospital and just stay in waiting room for a while. I’ll get moderna one when offered.

 

[IceIce9]

I have an appointment scheduled to get the vaccine on Saturday.

The hospital where I am employed has had several meetings where they have presented the research studies to us and I am convinced it is safe.

Over 70,000 participants in the trials and not one serious reaction among them. Included in the trials were people with autoimmune diseases, heart disease, cancer, and people over age 65.

We know the devastating effects COVID can have, so I am taking the vaccine.

At this moment the hospital where I am working today has cancelled elective surgeries and only has two open beds available. We’ve seen younger people survive COVID but sent home on oxygen. Patients return for months after they have had COVID with severe fatigue, chronic severe coughing and other issues. And these have often been people with no risk factors who have been perfectly healthy before COVID.