Coronavirus COVID-19 - Global Health Pandemic #91

[GRT]

Does your state have the vaccination schedule on the website of its Department of Health? Here in Ohio, the priority schedule and order of vaccination is spelled out on the Ohio Department of Health website. Right now we are in phase 1A of the vaccination roll out, with health care workers and elderly who live in congregant settings (nursing homes, long term care residences, etc.) and also public safety officers and EMS. In phase 1B, all Ohioans over 65, as well as K-12 employees (staff and teachers) and certain other groups are eligible for the vaccine. The Governor last week announced that they don't have a firm date yet for 1B, but it is anticipated that the vaccine will be available for 1B eligible individuals by the end of this month, if the supply of vaccines arrives according to the allocations and schedule. Beyond phases 1A and 1B, the next phase has not yet been announced, they are still working on phase 1C eligibility.

It seems ridiculous but only an "estimated" timeline is available, and I'm wondering if my elderly mother will have to wait until late spring or summer to get her shot. That seems foolhardy.

An outline of the expected availability is as follows:

• The COVID-19 vaccine will be available in the winter, on a very limited basis, for health care personnel, long-term care facility staff, long-term care residents, and EMS/frontline public health workers.
• The vaccine will become available in late winter, on a limited basis, for first responders, some public facing workers in essential and critical infrastructure, teachers, school staff, child care workers, and individuals at high risk for adverse health consequences.
• The vaccine will become available in the spring, at an increased availability, for all other adults.
• The vaccine will become generally available in the summer for all Kansans, including children.

Meanwhile, it appears that it's more difficult for Kansas to get the vaccine out than it is for other states. Who knows why? It's discouraging when I see other states doing much better.

“You are trying to vaccinate a large number of people in a very short amount of time,” said Dr. Dana Hawkinson with the University of Kansas Health System. “We never have this problem with influenza vaccination, with pneumonia vaccination. This is just a unique circumstance.”

Some reports are showing Kansas is far behind other states in getting the first doses of the vaccine rolled out.

According to the report, the state’s been allocated 164,900 shots. So far, 114,850 first doses have been distributed around the state, and only 12,164 shots have been given out.

That means about 10% of the shots that have been distributed, have been given. This is much lower than the state’s neighbors, like Missouri, which, according to the report, have given out about 31% of its distributed shots.

 

[GRT]

Yes, your boss can fire you if you refuse to get a Covid vaccine

Good article! It does appear there are exemptions, however.

There are, however, a few notable exceptions to this kind of blanket requirement. If a work force is unionized, the collective bargaining agreement may require negotiating with the union before mandating a vaccine.

Anti-discrimination laws also provide some protections. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, workers who don’t want to be vaccinated for medical reasons are eligible to request an exemption. In this case, an employer would have to provide reasonable accommodation, such as allowing the employee to work remotely.

Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, if taking the vaccine is a violation of a “sincerely held” religious belief, they, too, would potentially be able to opt out.

 

[dixiegirl1035]

Sunday Jan 4 release (new hot spot shown at :34 in Arizona)

 

[303gmf]

It seems ridiculous but only an "estimated" timeline is available, and I'm wondering if my elderly mother will have to wait until late spring or summer to get her shot. That seems foolhardy.



Meanwhile, it appears that it's more difficult for Kansas to get the vaccine out than it is for other states. Who knows why? It's discouraging when I see other states doing much better.

@GRT if you find any information on the why and how please post
What a cluster!

 

[CoverMeCagney]

Dr Nisreen Alwan@Dr2NisreenAlwan
The UK curve is a vertical line now. Not bending it ultimately means NHS not coping. This may mean people needing critical care not receiving it. If the whole country is over capacity then patients needing ICU can’t be sent to other remote units like what’s happening now.

The hospitals in London and the South East are struggling. So far most of the rest of the country is doing ok, with plans in place to move Londoners to regional hospitals if necessary.

However, we’re seemingly on the brink, and need another full lockdown (in tandem with the vaccine campaign) to get this back under control.

The government really messed up with London before Christmas. So desperate they were to keep the capital alive at its busiest time of year, that the virus has got out of control down there.

I’ve been messaging three friends working in hospitals near me (up north). All ticking over ok at the moment, but fearful of increased admissions and staff shortages - a lethal combination.

 

[dixiegirl1035]

It seems ridiculous but only an "estimated" timeline is available, and I'm wondering if my elderly mother will have to wait until late spring or summer to get her shot. That seems foolhardy.



Meanwhile, it appears that it's more difficult for Kansas to get the vaccine out than it is for other states. Who knows why? It's discouraging when I see other states doing much better.

@GRT, so sorry no timing for your mum. Who knows where I live when I'll be able to get it as many here.

Today in many places, over 65 years old can sign up for the vaccine in Florida. (Pinellas County site goes live to sign up at 12 pm today for those folks.)

Have you seen this tracker for all states which is updated a few times a week for nationwide?

https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2020/health/covid-vaccine-states-distribution-doses/

 

[nhmemorymaker]

Thank you.

I am really tired all the time, at night I am sleeping for as much as 12 hours. I am trying to keep busy around the house, but I need to sit down regularly for a rest as I feel out of breath easily.

I have a bad cough and my chest feels similar to what it did when I previously had a chest infection. My temperature is high, but I don't feel like I am burning up.

I haven't lost my taste or sense of smell at all though!

I am in self-isolation until 9th January, although I have been told that I will have to stay in isolation longer if my temperature hasn't gone down, as this could mean that I am still contagious.

Shadowdancer,
Thanks for the details as you ago along..... so i have a few questions...
Sharing what you are feeling actually helps us all understand some of the symptoms and recovery.....

Does your temperature go up and down...or just stay high? What degrees?
Do you have headaches?

The tiredness just seems overpowering...from people I know who have had it... And it seems to linger longer than anything. Are you able to nap during the day, at least?

I also keep wondering about the "being out of breath".... Are there specific activities or movements that seem to exacerbate the "out of breathness"?? Does the cough bring it on, or is it just movement in general??

No nausea? Are you able to eat enough healthy foods???

I AM GETTING TIRED... just thinking about yo!!!

 

[sds71]

JAKARTA (Reuters) - As Indonesia prepares to begin mass inoculations against COVID-19, its plan to prioritise working age adults(18-59) over the elderly, aiming to reach herd immunity fast and revive the economy, will be closely watched by other countries.

Why Indonesia is vaccinating its working population first, not elderly

 

[nhmemorymaker]

Of course all should see their own doctor for any recommendations for therapy. I and other here have followed this site for MATH and management for many many months, and support as Dr. Campbell and Dr. Seheult which we post about often. This isn't posted often on threads, yet has been updated and they may be taking out of public view soon.

FYI the site I've followed references the site above also (which is easier to read.. you decide)

https://www.evms.edu/media/evms_public/departments/internal_medicine/EVMS_Critical_Care_COVID-19_Protocol.pdf

I anticipate Dr. C and Dr. S will be discussing Ivermectin in their joint YouTube tomorrow as is the #1 question folks are asking them to address ahead of time.

There is no silver bullet at this time.. just baby steps MOO

This site is new to me.... have you posted before @dixiegirl?? And why do you say "they may be taking out of public view very soon".
It is a lot to absorb, but seems worth it to plow through.....

Also...I think I have missed discussion about Ivermectin, so my ears are definitely perked up now.


I still don't see an update for the Campbell/Seheult video... I wonder if it is postponed???

The recent update from Seheult regarding strengthening your immune system is worth following!! I think it was already posted, right??? But am posting again...to emphasize.

 

[nhmemorymaker]

So, in Australia ..... we have increasing cases in NSW - hence the mandatory mask rule now in NSW - and lesser increasing cases in Victoria. NSW is at about 180 total cases. Victoria at 21 cases now.

One of the biggest concerns in NSW is that they have found that two covid positive people worked at a busy liquor store all through the Christmas/New Years period - 9 days in all. Thousands of people have been told to isolate. They fear it could be a super spreader.

This map shows how all of the Aussie states restrict travel when an outbreak occurs.
(Strict means strict restrictions)

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https://www.smh.com.au/national/cor...y-victoria-records-three-20210104-p56ri1.html

SouthAussie, \
Is there any update on your South African strain??

 

[nhmemorymaker]

Well, I don't have to worry about that . . . my 'boss' (a pastor) isn't planning on getting one himself!

ETA: Sorry if that came across weird, lol. I personally think he should get one since he's around (or will be around) so many of our senior adults. He is in his mid-40s.

do you know why he is not getting one?

 

[MimosaMornings]

It seems ridiculous but only an "estimated" timeline is available, and I'm wondering if my elderly mother will have to wait until late spring or summer to get her shot. That seems foolhardy.



Meanwhile, it appears that it's more difficult for Kansas to get the vaccine out than it is for other states. Who knows why? It's discouraging when I see other states doing much better.

My elderly relatives have been getting email notifications from their primary care physicians alerting them of the upcoming next phase with limited quantities of the Moderna vaccine. The physician’s office asked for clients to please don’t call and tie up phone lines - they would contact them.

 

[astheworldfallsdown]

COVID-19: Nicola Sturgeon announces lockdown in Scotland from midnight

A lockdown for most of Scotland will be introduced from midnight tonight, Nicola Sturgeon has announced.

The first minister told the Scottish Parliament there will be a legal requirement for people to stay at home for the rest of January in Level 4 areas, which covers mainland Scotland and Skye.

Schools will also remain closed to most pupils until the start of February at the earliest.

 

[dixiegirl1035]

This site is new to me.... have you posted before @dixiegirl?? And why do you say "they may be taking out of public view very soon".
It is a lot to absorb, but seems worth it to plow through.....

Also...I think I have missed discussion about Ivermectin, so my ears are definitely perked up now.


I still don't see an update for the Campbell/Seheult video... I wonder if it is postponed???

The recent update from Seheult regarding strengthening your immune system is worth following!! I think it was already posted, right??? But am posting again...to emphasize.

The site was posted before IIRC. So many that weren't deemed significant when first posted that are now iykwim so I reposted.

Ivermectin.. many are talking about and no, I've not seen an update for Dr. C and Dr. S video.. but as I said... I'll post when happens.

They are both too professional MOO to post they will upload a video on a certain date and not do so without a shout out to their followers. MOO so I still think will happen today sometime when UK and California are both "awake" as to time zones.

MOO

ETA: As to taking out of public view.. I just saw that on the most recent update on the link I shared.

"PLEASE NOTE: Updates will no longer be posted on the EVMS Website. Please check on the FLCCC Alliance website for updated versions of this protocol.www.flccc.ne"



I don't know anymore than what I read that they would be discontinuing updates and pushing to another site Sorry not more help as I'm just seeing and following also and perhaps others can chime in.

 

[SoCalDavidS]

KRON4 News
@kron4news
JUST IN: A Kaiser Permanente employee in San Jose has died of COVID-19 after a post-Christmas outbreak that infected 44 staff members.

Kaiser employee dies of COVID after outbreak, 44 infected
A COVID-19 outbreak was reported at a South Bay hospital that infected dozens of employees.
kron4.com

 

[MimosaMornings]

The Debate About School Safety Is No Longer Relevant — The Atlantic

 

[dixiegirl1035]

 

[Rose in SC]

do you know why he is not getting one?

Evidently, he (pastor, mid-40s) actually had Covid back in the summer but didn't know it. Thought it was just sinus issues, which he is prone to have. Went to donate blood in July and they told him he tested positive for antibodies. So based on his experience, he doesn't think it's a big deal. Granted, at this point in time, our county is one of the least impacted in the whole state. We've had several church members get Covid, but only 3 deaths and those were 3 very elderly nursing home residents (all 80 or older), all at the same facility.

In fact, most people I talk to around here have that same attitude of "no big deal." Even with the recent alarming rise in cases and deaths statewide . . . no big deal. I don't understand it.

 

[Rose in SC]

Duplicate post - deleted by me.

 

[ilovewings]

Florida crowds party despite Covid cases rising above 10,000 for fifth consecutive day | Daily Mail Online

Pandemic? hey, there ain't no pandemic! just ask these covidiots in Florida!!!
Apparently DeSantis has no problem with the sickness and deaths in Florida----