I received the Covid-19 vaccine yesterday

[smitholdtimer]

At the insistence of our daughter both my wife and I were administered the first of two shots intended for increased immunity to the Virus. We spent about an hour and one half in line, of which 15 minutes was waiting after the shot to be sure no reaction occurred. My left shoulder is just a little sore and am hoping that's all the negative comments that will come from it. I had contacted all the medical people and Dr.'s asking whether I should take it and all advised yes to the question. I had open heart surgery in September and needed to be sure.
I have not seen a post stating the experience of having taken the shot so I hope this is helpful if you are having second thoughts. I'm confident each individual will have different levels of reaction to the inoculation and thought you might appreciate hearing from one who had experienced it.

 

[Browns fan]

I have completed the series yesterday both times i had arm pain fever chills body aches for a day after administration.The symptoms were milder the 2nd shot, although i've read it's the opposite for most good luck.

 

[PPS1980]

Thank you each for letting us know about your experiences.

 

[turnerriver]

I just spent several hours trying to get an appointment and finally did, in February.
It will have to be a pretty bad reaction to surpass the hassle of just getting in line to get the shot.
Thanks to you both for relating your experiences, it's helpful.
Regards,

 

[snowman]

I guess I'm behind again, or something. I read just a few days ago that it wasn't available to the general public for a few months or so. My source was a website which I don't recall, but it was an authoritative source written in the form of an official announcement. Sorry I can't direct you there -I think I was in a hurry and wasn't paying close enough attention.

Regards,
Andy

 

[BearBio]

I have several high-risk factors (weight, blood pressure, heart condition, diabetes and COPD). Washington state says the butchers, bakers, and candlestick makers all come first==I'm just behind the taxi drivers!

 

[Onomea]

I guess I'm behind again, or something. I read just a few days ago that it wasn't available to the general public for a few months or so. My source was a website which I don't recall, but it was an authoritative source written in the form of an official announcement. Sorry I can't direct you there -I think I was in a hurry and wasn't paying close enough attention.

Regards,
Andy

I think it depends on your state. As I understand it, the Feds allocate to the states, but leave it to the states to figure out priorities as to who gets it when.

 

[zeke]

Will wait till they do further testing, as am on immunity suppressants.

 

[bummer]

I'm scheduled for next Monday, it's not required for my hospital chain (yet) but i have taken care of a lot of Covid positive people and I feel sooner or later i'll get it again

 

[Kanewpadle]

I get my second shot next week. Only side effect was a sore arm.

 

[ditrina]

MBH and I are scheduled for this Sunday at our local hospital.

The governor had declared that the age limit to be brought down to 65 from 75,( we're 72 and 73 ) putting us in the 1B group. . We both have underlying conditions.

I'll keep you posted.

 

[Geronimo Jim]

I live in West Virginia and only those over 80 are eligible.

 

[Huskerguy]

One comment - you stated that the vaccine will prevent you from getting the virus. It is my understanding from WHO, that is not the case. What it actually does is make it so when/if you get the virus you don't get it as bad. They say we still need to take all the same precautions we have been taking. Someone help me if I read that incorrectly and I realize there are two different vaccines available.

 

[ggibson511960]

Correct

One comment - you stated that the vaccine will prevent you from getting the virus. It is my understanding from WHO, that is not the case. What it actually does is make it so when/if you get the virus you don't get it as bad. They say we still need to take all the same precautions we have been taking. Someone help me if I read that incorrectly and I realize there are two different vaccines available.

Anybody can "get" the virus by breathing it in. The vaccine induces your body to recognize the antigens on the Corona virus spikes and attack them with antibodies your immune system produces.

Taking precautions till the pandemic is over is not a bad idea. The vaccines are 95% effective, but common cold viruses and influenza A are still out there, so the traditional non-pharmacological intervention measures, masks, etc., are still in order, especially if you are in a high risk group.

It is sad to watch the chaos of the vaccine inoculation effort. I got my first shot from a large hospital system and am very glad to use them instead of a public health system or commercial pharmacy chain. The hospital system has very good notification, follow-up and second shot capability.

 

[tnmandpshooter]

Everyone i knew that has gotten one has gotten deathly sick from it.

In not getting it until it at least becomes fda approved.

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[tnmandpshooter]

Anybody can "get" the virus by breathing it in. The vaccine induces your body to recognize the antigens on the Corona virus spikes and attack them with antibodies your immune system produces.



Taking precautions till the pandemic is over is not a bad idea. The vaccines are 95% effective, but common cold viruses and influenza A are still out there, so the traditional non-pharmacological intervention measures, masks, etc., are still in order, especially if you are in a high risk group.



It is sad to watch the chaos of the vaccine inoculation effort. I got my first shot from a large hospital system and am very glad to use them instead of a public health system or commercial pharmacy chain. The hospital system has very good notification, follow-up and second shot capability.

Its 95% effective against the initial strain of covid. It's on its 4th mutation and it's only about 70% effective on the 4th mutation.

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[prairieviper]

Congrats on receiving your vaccine. I would just like to have the experience of receiving a vaccine. When, where and how folks will know about it is a best kept secret here in cornfields & cows country.

As far as qualifiers for a vaccine, there are so many and so many exceptions (especially those that receive it 'just to let us common folks know that it is safe' ) that it would be just as well to let it be first come, first served.

 

[Rustyt1953]

Two weeks ago I had my flu shot. While there I asked my PCP about the Covid vaccine and he said I am scheduled for March.

Ruthie is scheduled to get hers Monday.

 

[bigwheelzip]

My cousin's daughter has been treating Covid patients in NJ since the beginning. She got the jab and had a little arm soreness. I can't wait to get vaccinated, especially since my county's infection and death stats are the worst in the state, but no availability here.

 

[Onomea]

Count me among those who will take it as soon as available to me. No hesitancy at all.

(Interestingly, while I assumed the US populace unusually antipathetic toward the vaccinations, turns out the French are even more so: https://www.washingtonpost.com/worl...9fb3dc-4f65-11eb-a1f5-fdaf28cfca90_story.html)

 

[27 Man]

We got the first dose of Moderna yesterday. Our arms are a little sore but that's it so far. Will need second dose sometime after February 1.

 

[MetalMan]

My 66th circle around the sun begins tomorrow and places me and my bride in Ohio's Phase 1B age classification to receive the shot. Governor expected to announce within next 2 weeks when Phase 1B is to begin.

Our daughter is an orthopedic surgeon doing a Fellowship at the Univ. of KS and is getting her first shot tomorrow so we're anxious to hear how it goes for her.

 

[smitholdtimer]

I need to add that..........

If you are already in the VA System you may want to call your Primary Care Clinic if they have not called you already and inquire about getting the vaccine. They likely also have a priority scale by witch they determine eligibility and it's another possibility for you being able to get the shot if you want it.

 

[bjrjar]

Congrats on receiving your vaccine. I would just like to have the experience of receiving a vaccine. When, where and how folks will know about it is a best kept secret here in cornfields & cows country.

As far as qualifiers for a vaccine, there are so many and so many exceptions (especially those that receive it 'just to let us common folks know that it is safe' ) that it would be just as well to let it be first come, first served.

Same in Kaliforniastan. I'm 79, heart condition, triple bypass surgery, etc. i don't think it will be available to me until all the rich and powerful get it. Of course our governor was among the first. kaiser blew me off recently, said their staff people come first. In the meanwhile I'm looking at alternatives.


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[robvious]

thanks to everyone that has provided firsthand information... I encounter too much "I heard" junk... and the never vaccine people.. I am on the special list of multiple issues and am looking forward to this being somewhat resolved in the not so distant future...

 

[5-Shot]

Wife and I had the Pfizer version earlier this week. Only reaction either of us had was a day of slightly sore arm at the injection site. I'm not a fan of all these shots but I figure "herd immunity" is the only way out of this insanity that is being inflicted on us. This is our contribution to achieving that goal.

Ed

 

[steelslaver]

I was at the VA here Tuesday for a pre physical blood draw and saw several signs stating that they would call when it was your turn. No need to register or make an appointment. Said everyone in the system. Now, I don't know if that is nation wide or regional. Will ask more Wed when I see the nurse prior to seeing the DR for semi annual check up

The Va distribution and allocation is different that the state to state wide allocation system

I will take it as soon as offered

BTW it is FDA approved????

 

[Fishinfool]

A side note here. I had the virus early December, and took the Infusion Therapy - Anti body treatment.

I was notified by my Dr. office yesterday that there was a 3 month wait after the above treatment before I would be able to take the vaccine shot if I wanted it.

Between my own antibodies from having the virus, the Infusion Therapy, and the vaccine, I should have more antibodies in my body than red blood cells...

Larry

 

[HardToHandle]

I will take it as soon as offered

BTW it is FDA approved????

I saw the earlier post that was borderline anti-vaxxer, but I want to avoid any verboten political element.

The two US approved vaccines are FDA approved. That said, they are approved are under an emergency use authorization, not the regular five-year +/- safety trials process. The EUA authority is why we have the vaccines in 2021, not late 2024, but either method would involve safety and efficacy reviews.

Instead of posting I'll informed speculation, suggest that interested person review the FDA EUA documents.

Pfizer COVID vaccine
https://www.fda.gov/media/144414/download

Moderna COVID vaccine https://www.fda.gov/media/144637/download

By the way, if you don't trust the US FDA, the Brits have approved the same vaccines, as has Canada, etc.

 

[THE PILGRIM]

I just registered online with the NM Dept of Health.
My group which is the old belligerent SOBs is behind the Health Workers, Chronic Health problem folks and nursing home guests.
I have taken a bunch of vaccinations in my time.
So I most certainly take this one when I can.