Got vaccinated today. Anyone??

MikeyBugs95 · 12-30-2020, 02:03 PM - **1 Like**

I'm in the group of people who'll be getting it probably by June. But I've had my flu shot so that's something.

eddie1960 · 12-30-2020, 09:23 PM

Originally posted by MikeyBugs95

I'm in the group of people who'll be getting it probably by June. But I've had my flu shot so that's something.

I get flu shot yearly now. I used to get flu badly now if I get it at all it is mild so I repeat yearly

EnglishBob · 12-31-2020, 09:31 AM

Fauci just said that if you already had the virus you don't need to worry about the new strain. So if he now says your antibodies are still working and protect you, why the push about the vaccine aka dose of mRNA for the old strain?

**aslyfox** · 12-31-2020, 11:51 AM - **2 Likes**

my wife and daughter in law work in hospitals - they have gotten the first shot

it is still unknown when I will get one despite having pre existing problems and turning 64 at the end of next month, I'm not sure where I stand in line

some sources says Kansas will do " essential workers/health care ", those in long term care over 75, and then those 75 and/or those with pre existing conditions

in addition there is the problem of getting the vaccine actually into the arm as previously feared

remember wearing a mask can help you and others as does washing your hands

that remains true even if you have received one of the vaccinations

do it for you and your neighbors please

good luck and have a safe and happy new year

**gaweidert** · 12-31-2020, 12:47 PM

Got to wait in NY. After essential workers our governor has decided that drug addicts are next on the list. This before the elderly and other high risk people.

**alfa75ts** · 12-31-2020, 01:24 PM

Originally posted by EnglishBob

Fauci just said that if you already had the virus you don't need to worry about the new strain. So if he now says your antibodies are still working and protect you, why the push about the vaccine aka dose of mRNA for the old strain?

From what I hear, if you have a mild (little or no symptoms) case you do not develop long term immunity and should still have the vaccine.

gifthorse · 12-31-2020, 01:49 PM - **4 Likes**

Wear a mask... wash your hands.... social distance....I don't do any of those. Instead, I wear a foil hat, drool, mumble about aliens, and don't wash anything for a few days. It helps if you cough and sniffle once in a while. I call it "antisocial distancing". It's very effective. I often have the whole store to myself. No waiting in line. Even the cops keep their distance.

**Rondec** · 12-31-2020, 01:57 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by EnglishBob

Fauci just said that if you already had the virus you don't need to worry about the new strain. So if he now says your antibodies are still working and protect you, why the push about the vaccine aka dose of mRNA for the old strain?

The issue has to do with the length of time which you are immune after a COVID infection. It seems as though most people who have mild to moderate cases have waning antibody levels over a three to six months period of time after their infection.

I have known a number of people who did catch COVID twice and unfortunately, the second time was often worse than the first time.

This "new strain" is more contagious, but not a particular reason to get immunized or not.

**Fontan** · 12-31-2020, 06:57 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Raffwal

Nope. Over here they just started yesterday. And not being a proper doc, I'm probably wayyyyyyyyyy down the list.

Hahahaha. I am about to get the second dose in about a week.

Raffwal · 01-01-2021, 08:21 AM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Fontan

Hahahaha. I am about to get the second dose in about a week.

And then 24/7 partying!

**ChrisPlatt** · 01-01-2021, 05:50 PM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by gaweidert

Got to wait in NY. After essential workers our governor has decided that drug addicts are next on the list. This before the elderly and other high risk people.

Drug addicts are also at high risk. Further due to their typical living conditions they are likely superspreaders as well.

Chris

**Fontan** · 01-02-2021, 12:48 AM

Originally posted by Raffwal

And then 24/7 partying!

Not so fast. Until all my friends are vaccinated I may still be colonized and shedding.

**Ex Finn.** · 01-02-2021, 11:07 PM - **1 Like**

Being in a "good shape" I have about 287 million people ahead of me getting the shots here in the USA.
Says something about the state of our country!

Me and my dog watching you all getting the vaccine...

dstar · 01-02-2021, 11:16 PM - **1 Like**

Originally posted by Fontan

Hahahaha. I am about to get the second dose in about a week.

Just be prepare little different sensation vs first injection
After first injection you have boost protection after 10-14 day up 55%
Week may week and half after second up to 95%
So to early for party mask still in place

**Fontan** · 01-03-2021, 02:11 PM

Originally posted by dstar

Just be prepare little different sensation vs first injection
After first injection you have boost protection after 10-14 day up 55%
Week may week and half after second up to 95%
So to early for party mask still in place

Until we reach “herd immunity” which at this rate of vaccine administration we will not reach in 10 years (in US), mask wearing and social distancing will be necessary for years to come. It will always be about the vulnerable people I suppose.

Have you had a second shot booster yet? How different of a sensation? My wifey had a Moderna one and had a heck of time, and 10 days later the malaise still comes and goes, although how attributable it is to vaccine we are not sure.

12-31-2020, 09:31 AM	#78
EnglishBob Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2016 Location: Maryland Posts: 159	Fauci just said that if you already had the virus you don't need to worry about the new strain. So if he now says your antibodies are still working and protect you, why the push about the vaccine aka dose of mRNA for the old strain? Last edited by EnglishBob; 12-31-2020 at 09:32 AM. Reason: typo

01-02-2021, 11:07 PM - 1 Like	#88
Ex Finn. Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Southern Maryland. Espoo. Kouvola. Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 7,975	Being in a "good shape" I have about 287 million people ahead of me getting the shots here in the USA. Says something about the state of our country! Me and my dog watching you all getting the vaccine... Attached Images Last edited by Ex Finn.; 01-02-2021 at 11:15 PM.

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12-30-2020, 02:03 PM - 1 Like	#76
MikeyBugs95 Pentaxian Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: New York Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 1,206	I'm in the group of people who'll be getting it probably by June. But I've had my flu shot so that's something.

12-30-2020, 09:23 PM	#77
eddie1960 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Toronto Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 13,666	Originally posted by MikeyBugs95 I'm in the group of people who'll be getting it probably by June. But I've had my flu shot so that's something. I get flu shot yearly now. I used to get flu badly now if I get it at all it is mild so I repeat yearly

12-31-2020, 11:51 AM - 2 Likes	#79
aslyfox Seeker of Knowledge Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Topeka, Kansas Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 24,581	my wife and daughter in law work in hospitals - they have gotten the first shot it is still unknown when I will get one despite having pre existing problems and turning 64 at the end of next month, I'm not sure where I stand in line some sources says Kansas will do " essential workers/health care ", those in long term care over 75, and then those 75 and/or those with pre existing conditions in addition there is the problem of getting the vaccine actually into the arm as previously feared remember wearing a mask can help you and others as does washing your hands that remains true even if you have received one of the vaccinations do it for you and your neighbors please good luck and have a safe and happy new year

12-31-2020, 12:47 PM	#80
gaweidert Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Rochester, NY Photos: Gallery Posts: 5,325	Got to wait in NY. After essential workers our governor has decided that drug addicts are next on the list. This before the elderly and other high risk people.

12-31-2020, 01:24 PM	#81
alfa75ts Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Melbourne Australia Photos: Albums Posts: 1,356	Originally posted by EnglishBob Fauci just said that if you already had the virus you don't need to worry about the new strain. So if he now says your antibodies are still working and protect you, why the push about the vaccine aka dose of mRNA for the old strain? From what I hear, if you have a mild (little or no symptoms) case you do not develop long term immunity and should still have the vaccine.

12-31-2020, 01:49 PM - 4 Likes	#82
gifthorse Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Nevada Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,945	Wear a mask... wash your hands.... social distance....I don't do any of those. Instead, I wear a foil hat, drool, mumble about aliens, and don't wash anything for a few days. It helps if you cough and sniffle once in a while. I call it "antisocial distancing". It's very effective. I often have the whole store to myself. No waiting in line. Even the cops keep their distance.

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Rondec Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Gladys, Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 27,653	Originally posted by EnglishBob Fauci just said that if you already had the virus you don't need to worry about the new strain. So if he now says your antibodies are still working and protect you, why the push about the vaccine aka dose of mRNA for the old strain? The issue has to do with the length of time which you are immune after a COVID infection. It seems as though most people who have mild to moderate cases have waning antibody levels over a three to six months period of time after their infection. I have known a number of people who did catch COVID twice and unfortunately, the second time was often worse than the first time. This "new strain" is more contagious, but not a particular reason to get immunized or not.

12-31-2020, 06:57 PM - 1 Like	#84
Fontan Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: 5th floor Posts: 1,610 Original Poster	Originally posted by Raffwal Nope. Over here they just started yesterday. And not being a proper doc, I'm probably wayyyyyyyyyy down the list. Hahahaha. I am about to get the second dose in about a week.

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Raffwal Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: The North Posts: 879	Originally posted by Fontan Hahahaha. I am about to get the second dose in about a week. And then 24/7 partying!

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ChrisPlatt Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Rockaway Beach NYC Posts: 7,692	Originally posted by gaweidert Got to wait in NY. After essential workers our governor has decided that drug addicts are next on the list. This before the elderly and other high risk people. Drug addicts are also at high risk. Further due to their typical living conditions they are likely superspreaders as well. Chris

01-02-2021, 12:48 AM	#87
Fontan Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: 5th floor Posts: 1,610 Original Poster	Originally posted by Raffwal And then 24/7 partying! Not so fast. Until all my friends are vaccinated I may still be colonized and shedding.

01-02-2021, 11:16 PM - 1 Like	#89
dstar Pentaxian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Albuquerque NM Photos: Albums Posts: 475	Originally posted by Fontan Hahahaha. I am about to get the second dose in about a week. Just be prepare little different sensation vs first injection After first injection you have boost protection after 10-14 day up 55% Week may week and half after second up to 95% So to early for party mask still in place

01-03-2021, 02:11 PM	#90
Fontan Site Supporter Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: 5th floor Posts: 1,610 Original Poster	Originally posted by dstar Just be prepare little different sensation vs first injection After first injection you have boost protection after 10-14 day up 55% Week may week and half after second up to 95% So to early for party mask still in place Until we reach “herd immunity” which at this rate of vaccine administration we will not reach in 10 years (in US), mask wearing and social distancing will be necessary for years to come. It will always be about the vulnerable people I suppose. Have you had a second shot booster yet? How different of a sensation? My wifey had a Moderna one and had a heck of time, and 10 days later the malaise still comes and goes, although how attributable it is to vaccine we are not sure.