To vaccinate or not to vaccinate.......that is the question

randrum · 04-06-2021, 03:49 PM

Never gave much thought to not getting the vaccine. Best option for me, my family, and public safety. While I agree in people's right to choose whether or not they get it, I also believe it is in the public's best interest to get vaccinated if it is safe for you to do so. It will help stop the spread and protect those who cannot get the vaccine for any number of reasons.

I received the J&J on Saturday, which was my first choice, but I would not have turned down the others if it had become available first. I recommend everyone to hydrate well the day before and the day of their vaccination.

Also, the pharmaceutical companies, CDC, and FDA do take the feedback seriously on these vaccines. I encourage anyone that has a reaction to reach out to the company or use V-safe to report it.

FireSignFemme · 04-06-2021, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by randrum

...the pharmaceutical companies, CDC, and FDA do take the feedback seriously on these vaccines. I encourage anyone that has a reaction to reach out to the company or use V-safe to report it.

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019...ety/vsafe.html

Kätzchen · 04-08-2021, 10:56 AM

Recieved the J&J vax @ 0800 hrs, this morning. So far, I am feeling fine; no side effects.

I agree with Randrum. Be sure to register your assigned vax serial number with V-safe CDC website. The nursing staff told me that if or when a booster is developed for your type of Covid vax, that you will be notified via that data base admin.

Now for Rico to get his second dose (he got Pfizer vax).

One, and done (for now)

Gemme · 04-08-2021, 09:58 PM

I think vaccination is a better option than nothing but everyone needs to be realistic; it's not a cure. Currently, there are 246 people in Michigan that are fully vaccinated and have COVID. 3 others that were fully vaccinated still died from COVID. It's. not. a. cure. You still need masks. You still need to socially distance. All it does is cut your chances of passing it along (but not 100%) and is more likely to keep your symptoms on the lighter to moderate side versus extreme or in the hospital on a ventilator.

I've found that the people who give me the most grief about wearing masks at my workplace are those that are vaccinated, including 2 doctors. Ridiculous.

easygoingfemme · 04-09-2021, 04:51 AM

We are fully vaxed here. Daddy actually works for one of the pharma companies that produced a vax so it helped to hear a lot along the way on the testing procedures, ethics, etc. Working in a crisis center/homeless shelter I've been bombarded with exposures. I'm so grateful to have been able to get the vaccine.

Orema · 04-09-2021, 06:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Gemme

I think vaccination is a better option than nothing but everyone needs to be realistic; it's not a cure. Currently, there are 246 people in Michigan that are fully vaccinated and have COVID. 3 others that were fully vaccinated still died from COVID. It's. not. a. cure. You still need masks. You still need to socially distance. All it does is cut your chances of passing it along (but not 100%) and is more likely to keep your symptoms on the lighter to moderate side versus extreme or in the hospital on a ventilator.

I've found that the people who give me the most grief about wearing masks at my workplace are those that are vaccinated, including 2 doctors. Ridiculous.

I think that’s three dead and 246 with COVID out of 1.8 million who have been vaccinated. I can work with those numbers. Yes, we must continue to wear masks and I suggest gloves, too. If nothing else, we can be carriers after being inoculated.

Yep, it’s ridiculous and shameful that anyone would give you a hard time — especially those who are vaccinated. People can be such asses. Here’s hoping you stay healthy and safe.

I’m in western Michigan where they really don’t like wearing masks. Luckily, all the businesses I use insist on it.

homoe · 04-09-2021, 07:24 PM

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I'm planning on getting vaccinated but I must admit I'm leary now with the recent reports of blood clots developing, especially with the Johnson & Johnson vaccine!

I've beaten the grim reaper twice when it comes to blood clots, and not looking for any situation for making the third time the charm....

Blade · 04-10-2021, 09:08 PM

I got my 2nd Moderna vaccine Monday. I had no side effects. The injection site itched like poison ivy the next day and there was a lump at the injection site. I don't consider these side effects.

My 2 coworkers took theirs Monday as well. Both called in Tuesday. One said he just didn't feel good sorta weak. The other said he had the worst headache he ever had in his life. My human resources manage said his legs felt weak the next day. So there is a possible wide variety of side effects including none at all.

Can't wait to hug my Mama!

04-06-2021, 03:49 PM	#1
randrum Member How Do You Identify?: Boi Preferred Pronoun?: Just call me G Relationship Status: Single Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: Cincinnati Posts: 695 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 3,480 Thanked 3,056 Times in 668 Posts Rep Power: 21474847	Never gave much thought to not getting the vaccine. Best option for me, my family, and public safety. While I agree in people's right to choose whether or not they get it, I also believe it is in the public's best interest to get vaccinated if it is safe for you to do so. It will help stop the spread and protect those who cannot get the vaccine for any number of reasons. I received the J&J on Saturday, which was my first choice, but I would not have turned down the others if it had become available first. I recommend everyone to hydrate well the day before and the day of their vaccination. Also, the pharmaceutical companies, CDC, and FDA do take the feedback seriously on these vaccines. I encourage anyone that has a reaction to reach out to the company or use V-safe to report it. __________________

04-08-2021, 10:56 AM	#3
Kätzchen Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: She, please. Join Date: May 2010 Location: Somewhere over the rainbow ツ Posts: 16,050 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 30,111 Thanked 33,507 Times in 10,638 Posts Rep Power: 21474868	Recieved the J&J vax @ 0800 hrs, this morning. So far, I am feeling fine; no side effects. I agree with Randrum. Be sure to register your assigned vax serial number with V-safe CDC website. The nursing staff told me that if or when a booster is developed for your type of Covid vax, that you will be notified via that data base admin. Now for Rico to get his second dose (he got Pfizer vax). One, and done (for now) __________________ “In the end, it’s not about how much stuff you have, it’s about how many hearts you touched,” — Iva Ursano.

04-08-2021, 09:58 PM	#4
Gemme Practically Lives Here How Do You Identify?: Queer Stone Femme Girl of the Unicorn Variety Preferred Pronoun?: She, as in 'She's a GEM' Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: The roads are narrow here Posts: 36,631 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 182,498 Thanked 107,971 Times in 25,664 Posts Rep Power: 21474888	I think vaccination is a better option than nothing but everyone needs to be realistic; it's not a cure. Currently, there are 246 people in Michigan that are fully vaccinated and have COVID. 3 others that were fully vaccinated still died from COVID. It's. not. a. cure. You still need masks. You still need to socially distance. All it does is cut your chances of passing it along (but not 100%) and is more likely to keep your symptoms on the lighter to moderate side versus extreme or in the hospital on a ventilator. I've found that the people who give me the most grief about wearing masks at my workplace are those that are vaccinated, including 2 doctors. Ridiculous. __________________ Gemme's Journal I'm misunderestimated.

04-10-2021, 09:08 PM	#8
Blade Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: TG Preferred Pronoun?: He Relationship Status: once in a while someone amazing comes along...and here I am! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Down on the farm Posts: 5,501 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 9,855 Thanked 14,415 Times in 4,058 Posts Rep Power: 21474857	I got my 2nd Moderna vaccine Monday. I had no side effects. The injection site itched like poison ivy the next day and there was a lump at the injection site. I don't consider these side effects. My 2 coworkers took theirs Monday as well. Both called in Tuesday. One said he just didn't feel good sorta weak. The other said he had the worst headache he ever had in his life. My human resources manage said his legs felt weak the next day. So there is a possible wide variety of side effects including none at all. Can't wait to hug my Mama! __________________ Yeah so what if I'm triple dipped in awesome sauce? The best way to predict the future, is to create it.

04-09-2021, 04:51 AM	#5
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04-09-2021, 07:24 PM	#7
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