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

[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.

[easygoingfemme]

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]

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]

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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]

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!

[MrSunshine]

I got both vaccines in January due to my medical condition it put me to the top of the list. I received the Pfizer. Other than a sore arm I didn’t get any symptoms or side effects from the vaccination. This comes from someone who cannot take any pain meds that are on the market or the ones that were before them that are no longer on the market due to severe side effects or reactions. I can’t even wear a Band-Aid because I’m allergic to the adhesive. IV’s are a scream fest!
Educate yourself and vaccinate yourself if not for yourself for others.
Pardon my lack of grammar I’m tired.

[clay]

Got my J&J last Wednesday, the 7th. I had zero side effects....just a tiny bit of soreness at vaccine site....I "worked" that muscle as soon as I got the shot....and iced it several times post shot!

My wife got her J&J Saturday, the 10th. NO side effects at all for her either.

I took our son Friday to get his 1st Pfizer, and take him back on 29th to get his 2nd dose. Our daughter has had one shot, gets second a couple days before son.

Our family is serious about getting them!!

[Kätzchen]

Originally Posted by clay

Got my J&J last Wednesday, the 7th. I had zero side effects....just a tiny bit of soreness at vaccine site....I "worked" that muscle as soon as I got the shot....and iced it several times post shot!

My wife got her J&J Saturday, the 10th. NO side effects at all for her either.

I took our son Friday to get his 1st Pfizer, and take him back on 29th to get his 2nd dose. Our daughter has had one shot, gets second a couple days before son.

Our family is serious about getting them!!

That is awesome, clay!

The only reaction I had was about three hours after my shot. I felt SOOOOO tired and wanted to sleep. I have been sleeping off my shot, since last week. No sore arm. Rico, tho, was real sick after his first shot of Pfizer. We hope he doesnt get sick again. We are so grateful to have our innoculation shot (s).