How long do you think it will be before Canadians reach safe Covid vaccination levels?

[damo]

Once we are allowed to travel again, I think I will always wear a mask on a plane, cruise terminal, etc. It just seems like a smart thing to do to minimize germs.

Remember how strangely we used to look at people wearing masks? That won't happen anymore!

 

[gypsy_at_heart]

Got my first dose of vaccine yesterday

Apparently there is a big push to have all the assisted living and long term care - staff and seniors - vaccinated with their first dose by the 15th. For all those that consent at least.

 

[mshanson3121]

Got my first dose of vaccine yesterday

Apparently there is a big push to have all the assisted living and long term care - staff and seniors - vaccinated with their first dose by the 15th. For all those that consent at least.

Are most consenting?

 

[gypsy_at_heart]

Are most consenting?

Yes. In my particular case we vaccinated close to 200. 4 had medical exceptions and couldn’t be vaccinated, 3 refused.

In speaking with the coordinators from public health, most are consenting. From my experience it does take repeated explanation and making sure leadership is clearly explaining the benefits of vaccination vs risk of COVID-19. Also being available to answer questions. I was asked hundreds of questions leading up to our vaccination date, but I was happy to answer if that made people understand the safety of the vaccine and how important it is.

 

[NewYKRunner]

Quite a few were vaccinated today according to the tracking website. 2/3 of available doses at this point. Hopefully more keep rolling in.

 

[hdrolfe]

I am hopeful one of the new ones (Astrazeneca or Johnson and Johnson) will be approved for children. I believe one of them is being tested in a children's hospital in the US. Trialed? perhaps that instead of tested.

 

[Susan2771]

Here is a federal government website with charts on how many doses of each vaccine candidate are arriving each week, and then how much gets distributed to each province of each vaccine candidate. There is also lots of educational information about each vaccine, if anyone is wondering about the vaccine candidates. Great place to get educated with factual info.

Vaccines and treatments for COVID-19: Vaccine rollout - Canada.ca

 

[FigmentSpark]

Here is a federal government website with charts on how many doses of each vaccine candidate are arriving each week, and then how much gets distributed to each province of each vaccine candidate. There is also lots of educational information about each vaccine, if anyone is wondering about the vaccine candidates. Great place to get educated with factual info.

Vaccines and treatments for COVID-19: Vaccine rollout - Canada.ca

That's about 3 and a half million doses between now and the end of Feb. About 5% of the total population (2 doses per person) and that's not even administered. Slower than I thought it would be. Maybe my expectations are too high?

 

[NewYKRunner]

That's about 3 and a half million doses between now and the end of Feb. About 5% of the total population (2 doses per person) and that's not even administered. Slower than I thought it would be. Maybe my expectations are too high?

Definitely slow start but there will also hopefully be other vaccines to add to that. What we really want first is to vaccinate the at-risk population. That should help A LOT.

 

[bababear_50]

Yes. In my particular case we vaccinated close to 200. 4 had medical exceptions and couldn’t be vaccinated, 3 refused.

In speaking with the coordinators from public health, most are consenting. From my experience it does take repeated explanation and making sure leadership is clearly explaining the benefits of vaccination vs risk of COVID-19. Also being available to answer questions. I was asked hundreds of questions leading up to our vaccination date, but I was happy to answer if that made people understand the safety of the vaccine and how important it is.

Hi gypsy at heart
Might I ask if anyone was unable to get the vaccine due to allergy to Shellfish?
anaphylaxis.

Thanks Mel

 

[ilovetotravel1977]

I am interested in this as well. I don’t have an official diagnosis, but all three times I have eaten it I have had a more severe reaction to it.

 

[Starwind]

Hi gypsy at heart
Might I ask if anyone was unable to get the vaccine due to allergy to Shellfish?
anaphylaxis.

Thanks Mel

Mel:

Not the poster you directed the question to, but thought I would contribute what I have learned.

I have anaphylaxis allergies to milk, peanut, all tree nuts, and all seafood [all fish, all shellfish].

From the research I have done, none of those appear to be contraindications to either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines.

Here is government of Canada info about the Moderna vaccine: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-can...ugs-vaccines-treatments/vaccines/moderna.html According to the product monograph "Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine does not contain any preservatives, antibiotics, adjuvants, or human-or animal-derived materials."

And the Pfizer vaccine: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-can...ines-treatments/vaccines/pfizer-biontech.html

See also Canada's advice here re the Pfizer vaccine: https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2020/74543a-eng.php

What consumers should do
If you know you have allergies to any of the ingredients in the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, you should not receive it.
If you have experienced a serious allergic reaction to another vaccine, drug or food, you should talk to your health professional before you receive the vaccine.

I had an anaphylaxis-like reaction to the H1N1 Pandemic vaccine, which later allergy testing determined was not actual anaphylaxis [though at the time it absolutely walked and quacked like that duck!!]. I also have a history of anaphylaxis to multiple foods and medications. Basically, my immune systems like to overreact to things it should not be. So I will wait the full 30 minutes post vaccine, not exercise the rest of the day, and carry 2 Epipens with me the the rest of the day [while resting at home], just in case. Of course, I likely won't be getting vaccinated for some months, so will be paying attention to whether the guidance changes before then.

 

[bababear_50]

Starwind

ilovetotravel1977

Thanks so much for replying. It is nice to know others have the same concerns as myself.
I am all for the vaccine and willing to sit in a hospital /Dr. parking lot all day with a couple EpiPen and a bottle of liquid Benadryl.
I will check with my Dr. before the time comes and want to call her now but I know she is probably super busy and don't want to bug her.
In a way I guess it good that we have to wait a bit longer to maybe see how others react.
Patience my friends is hard sometimes.
Hugs to you both
Mel

 

[gypsy_at_heart]

I am interested in this as well. I don’t have an official diagnosis, but all three times I have eaten it I have had a more severe reaction to it.

We actually had three people with shellfish allergies get the vaccine with no reactions at all and it isn’t one of the markers we consider when deciding whether to give the vaccine or not.

Shellfish allergies is one of the issues I’m actually asked about most along with Rheumatoid Arthritis - both aren’t an issue and we’ve vaccinated people with both - no reactions.

 

[bababear_50]

We actually had three people with shellfish allergies get the vaccine with no reactions at all and it isn’t one of the markers we consider when deciding whether to give the vaccine or not.

Shellfish allergies is one of the issues I’m actually asked about most along with Rheumatoid Arthritis - both aren’t an issue and we’ve vaccinated people with both - no reactions.

One Word
Hallelujah!!!!
Thanks for sharing Hon
Hugs Mel

 

[gypsy_at_heart]

Mel:

Not the poster you directed the question to, but thought I would contribute what I have learned.

I have anaphylaxis allergies to milk, peanut, all tree nuts, and all seafood [all fish, all shellfish].

From the research I have done, none of those appear to be contraindications to either the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines.

Here is government of Canada info about the Moderna vaccine: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-can...ugs-vaccines-treatments/vaccines/moderna.html According to the product monograph "Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine does not contain any preservatives, antibiotics, adjuvants, or human-or animal-derived materials."

And the Pfizer vaccine: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-can...ines-treatments/vaccines/pfizer-biontech.html

See also Canada's advice here re the Pfizer vaccine: https://healthycanadians.gc.ca/recall-alert-rappel-avis/hc-sc/2020/74543a-eng.php

What consumers should do
If you know you have allergies to any of the ingredients in the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, you should not receive it.
If you have experienced a serious allergic reaction to another vaccine, drug or food, you should talk to your health professional before you receive the vaccine.

I had an anaphylaxis-like reaction to the H1N1 Pandemic vaccine, which later allergy testing determined was not actual anaphylaxis [though at the time it absolutely walked and quacked like that duck!!]. I also have a history of anaphylaxis to multiple foods and medications. Basically, my immune systems like to overreact to things it should not be. So I will wait the full 30 minutes post vaccine, not exercise the rest of the day, and carry 2 Epipens with me the the rest of the day [while resting at home], just in case. Of course, I likely won't be getting vaccinated for some months, so will be paying attention to whether the guidance changes before then.

Great job doing your research!

I haven’t personally vaccinated anyone with a milk allergy, but nut allergy, seafood & shellfish I have and no reactions.

We do have kits on hand for allergic reactions for safety and I assume all clinics will. We’re also required to make people wait and be monitored for symptoms for 15 minutes following vaccination.

The main concern is for people who have an allergy or past reaction to Polyethylene Glycol (PEG).

 

[bababear_50]

gypsy_at_heart

Hi again
Which vaccine did you get Hon?
Hope that's ok to ask?
And I am being rude,,, sorry Hon how are you feeling?
And thank-you for all you are doing!
Thanks
Mel

 

[gypsy_at_heart]

gypsy_at_heart

Hi again
Which vaccine did you get Hon?
Hope that's ok to ask?
And I am being rude,,, sorry Hon how are you feeling?
And thank-you for all you are doing!
Thanks
Mel

I’m doing great, it’s been a crazy busy time, but we’re moving in the right direction!

I got the Pfizer vaccine - that’s what Coastal and Fraser health in BC is currently rolling out to all long term care and assisted living staff and residents. I’m not sure about interior health and island health, but I think it’s the same process.

The Moderna vaccine should be the next and is also an mRNA vaccine. I will be assisting with other clinics after my second Pfizer vaccination and I’m sure some will have the Moderna, so I’d be happy to share how it goes.

 

[Donald - my hero]

One Word
Hallelujah!!!!
Thanks for sharing Hon
Hugs Mel

Great job doing your research!

I haven’t personally vaccinated anyone with a milk allergy, but nut allergy, seafood & shellfish I have and no reactions.

We do have kits on hand for allergic reactions for safety and I assume all clinics will. We’re also required to make people wait and be monitored for symptoms for 15 minutes following vaccination.

The main concern is for people who have an allergy or past reaction to Polyethylene Glycol (PEG).

I agree Mel, it's certainly cause to celebrate and that version of Hallelujah is my favourite, best listened to with headphones and plenty of space to stomp my feet!

I spoke to my dr due to my allergy journey (gawd I've been at this for over a year already!!) and was told the highlighted part of compound is the only real problem. It's something that you will have had if you've had a colonoscopy -- it's in that nasty stuff you use as part of the prep. If you didn't react to that you should be fine.

 

[bababear_50]

I agree Mel, it's certainly cause to celebrate and that version of Hallelujah is my favourite, best listened to with headphones and plenty of space to stomp my feet!

I spoke to my dr due to my allergy journey (gawd I've been at this for over a year already!!) and was told the highlighted part of compound is the only real problem. It's something that you will have had if you've had a colonoscopy -- it's in that nasty stuff you use as part of the prep. If you didn't react to that you should be fine.

Well I knew there was some reason I went through that god awful prep stuff last Feb before having my gallbladder removed ! LOL
Thanks for sharing Hon
Hugs
Mel