bababear_50
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Thank you for reporting. I go for my first Astra shot on Sunday. I was a little hesitant earlier today but Mel and Jacqueline straightened me out. Looking forward to it now and what it will mean for us all getting out of this.
DH had his first Astra shot today and he's not feeling anything (yet!).
I rarely post but read the boards every day so I thought I would report in. DH and I both received the AstraZeneca vaccine yesterday at our local Zehrs pharmacy. Easy peasy.
I'm so glad that we were able to get our shots already.
Well, that's not exactly the way they're doing it in Alberta, but close. As of Monday, anyone between the ages of 55-64 can be vaccinated with Astra Zeneca on a walk-in basis at any of the 100 or so participating pharmacies in the province. If you are in that age group and want to wait for Pfizer or Moderna, the estimate on eligibility/availability is currently the end of May. And of course, government and health authorities are highly encouraging people not to wait.Anyone else get the feeling that 55-64 yr olds are not going to be offered the Pfizer/Moderna, but only the Astro zenica?
After quite a bit of reading, I'm personally OK with that aspect. The instance of blood clots is extremely rare. In the EU there have been 169 identified out of the 34 MILLION doses of AZ administered. I am however, concerned about efficacy against variants. It's apparently reasonably effective against the UK and Brazil variants but very ineffective against the South African variant.That is what NS is giving out for 55-64. I am in the 40-44 age bracket and not too keen on the Astra due to the blood clots. Our CMO says it's "fine", but I don't want to find out!
It is not currently approved for use in the US. That turned out to be a blessing for us here, after more than our share of supply issues. Your government gave/sold it's 1.5 million dose stockpile to us to keep it from going past it's expiry date and going to waste....I have not seen AstraZenica as an Option. Pfizer, Moderna (I got mine in February and husband gets his first dose next week), and Johnson & Johnson are available in my area.
What exactly were your symptoms? I recently had shingrix vaccine and was absolutely shocked at how bad the side effects were. It won't stop me from getting the Covid vaccine though. I just want to brace myself.Hi everyone, I haven't posted here for a few years but have been following along with this thread. It's so good to see so many finally getting vaccinated. My wife and I were eligible for the AZ vaccine at the drive thru clinic in Regina for 55+ age group, so this past weekend we went and got our first shot. After getting the typical symptoms that others have described, we are back to normal and so glad to have that done. Regina, in particular, has been hit hard with the B117 variant the last few weeks so we did not hesitate to get our shot when we became eligible.
Well, that's not exactly the way they're doing it in Alberta, but close. As of Monday, anyone between the ages of 55-64 can be vaccinated with Astra Zeneca on a walk-in basis at any of the 100 or so participating pharmacies in the province. If you are in that age group and want to wait for Pfizer or Moderna, the estimate on eligibility/availability is currently the end of May. And of course, government and health authorities are highly encouraging people not to wait.
After quite a bit of reading, I'm personally OK with that aspect. The instance of blood clots is extremely rare. In the EU there have been 169 identified out of the 34 MILLION doses of AZ administered. I am however, concerned about efficacy against variants. It's apparently reasonably effective against the UK and Brazil variants but very ineffective against the South African variant.
It's a tough decision. Alberta's variant problems are almost entirely the Brazil with a little UK and currently no active cases of South Africa. But if one of my main goals for vaccination is being free to travel at some point, it might be much less safe elsewhere. I'm just not sure but I want to decide before the weekend. DH has his first appointment on Sunday (pending availability of Pfizer or Moderna) and I want us to be vaccinated on as close to the same schedule as possible.
It is not currently approved for use in the US. That turned out to be a blessing for us here, after more than our share of supply issues. Your government gave/sold it's 1.5 million dose stockpile to us to keep it from going past it's expiry date and going to waste.
What exactly were your symptoms? I recently had shingrix vaccine and was absolutely shocked at how bad the side effects were. It won't stop me from getting the Covid vaccine though. I just want to brace myself.
Oh my - I'm cringing just thinking about your troubles. For some reason I've always had a serious fear of shingles. No way was I not getting the vaccine. I had to wait a little due to issues with my insurance; it took two years for my company to have it included in our coverage. OOP the price here is very high without coverage.Hey Ronandannette
I got my first case of Shingles at 40 yrs ,,,,,and I have since had 2 more outbreaks ,,,yes you can get Shingles more than once.
I work in a field where the brother *Chicken Pox* is fairly active especially in the Spring months. (schools).
Third time around I was fortunate to recognize what was happening and flew into the Dr. office for an anti viral medication.
I have permanent scaring along the line of nerves that were effected (mostly up left arm to tip of left thumb..... kind of like connect the dots.
I have re occurring neuropathic pain ,,,not fun.
When the Shingles Vaccine became available you can bet I was first in line.
I am so sorry you had side effects but believe me when I say child birth comes second to an attack of Shingles.
Is there a wait period between having the Shingles shot and getting a Covid 19 vaccine?
Be well Hon
Hugs
Mel
Oh my - I'm cringing just thinking about your troubles. For some reason I've always had a serious fear of shingles. No way was I not getting the vaccine. I had to wait a little due to issues with my insurance; it took two years for my company to have it included in our coverage. OOP the price here is very high without coverage.
Good question about having to wait between vaccinations. I have not yet asked but I surely will; I've got a telehealth call scheduled tomorrow.
Mel, that is so awful for you to have had to suffer with that. I know a man who was in long term care and he got it. It was across his abdomen, arms and across his face into his eye. He lost his vision and lost so much weight that he was unable to fight it off once he was so weak and passed away.Hey Ronandannette
I got my first case of Shingles at 40 yrs ,,,,,and I have since had 2 more outbreaks ,,,yes you can get Shingles more than once.
I work in a field where the brother * Chickenpox * is fairly active especially in the Spring months. (schools).
Third time around I was fortunate to recognize what was happening and flew into the Dr. office for an anti viral medication.
I have permanent scaring along the line of nerves that were effected (mostly up left arm to tip of left thumb..... kind of like connect the dots.
I have re occurring neuropathic pain ,,,not fun.
When the Shingles Vaccine became available you can bet I was first in line.
I am so sorry you had side effects but believe me when I say child birth comes second to an attack of Shingles.
Is there a wait period between having the Shingles shot and getting a Covid 19 vaccine?
Be well Hon
Hugs
Mel
https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/shingles/hcp/shingrix/faqs.html
Do you mind if I ask how old you both are?My husband and I both got our vaccine today and I was so overwhelmed with gratitude, hope and excitement at the thought of being closer to family hugs and travel.
We received the Astrazeneca vaccine. Neither of us felt the needle and neither of us have felt unwell or had a sore arm. Maybe tomorrow we will but for now, we are fine.
I had a long chat with my own family physician as well as my cardiologist, pharmacist and gastroenterologist. All of them said there is nothing wrong with the vaccine and that while there may be a small risk of clotting, it is extremely rare. They all encouraged us to get it if it was the first one available. One of the doctors said people should worry as much about how much sugar and fat they eat and how overweight and out of shape they are as that will have more serious health consequences than the vaccine will. I thought that was a good perspective....and one I need to really think about myself.
The cardiologist said that while the clotting issue is serious when it happens and has to be noted, he didn’t think it would be of concern and reminded me that Pfizer had issues with allergic reactions early on and that all vaccines and medications have risks associated with them. He thought that it was better to get anything we could earlier than to wait.
So....we did. I am happy we did. Obviously, we worried about the issues with clotting also but we will not take any chances and if we think there is an issue, will head straight to the ER.
At any rate, we are thankful. Please get vaccinated as soon as you are able. I know it brought me some peace of mind even though we aren’t fully vaccinated.
I’m also eligible to book tomorrow beginning at 6pm with my Durham hotspot postal code. Hopefully appts. will be available.My sister is booked for this Friday in Scarborough and I can look at booking in Ajax tomorrow night starting at 6:00pm for appointment times starting April 13th.
In fairness, when I went for my shingrex in the fall, I was told to wait until 14 days after my flu shot. Something about my immune system was already working hard enough and I needed to space them for that reason. Not sure if that’s just general good advice or if that’s because it was shingrex.For those wondering about the a time requirement between vaccinations.. ie; Shingrex and covid.
One of the first questions asked when I sat down for my covid vaccination was .. “Have you received any other immunizations or vaccinations in the last 14 days”. In my case I had received both a Pneumonia and Shingrex vaccination back in early February so i was able to answer no... had I answered yes, I’m guessing that my covid shot would have been postponed until l was outside the 14 days in question.
In fairness, when I went for my shin rib in the fall, I was told to wait until 14 days after my flu shot. Something about my immune system was already working hard enough and I needed to space them for that reason. Not sure if that’s just general good advice or if that’s because it was so rid.