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What is fair? Covid - sudden change of policy!

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Whitewavemark2 Fri 01-Jan-21 11:25:05

No you are definitely not being selfish, and imo people need to contact their MP quoting the message from Pfizer.

Kate1949 Fri 01-Jan-21 11:24:47

It's all very odd. My 69 year old brother has had his. He has no health conditions. My neighbour who is 93 with many conditions hasn't been called yet.

AGAA4 Fri 01-Jan-21 11:22:07

Worrying for you "Applegran*. It seems that the first dose gives some protection but I would still be very careful.

Gwenisgreat1 Fri 01-Jan-21 11:18:48

My DH has had his first one 30th December the 2nd is due 20th January - hope it stays that way, also hope I get mine soon!!!

Applegran Fri 01-Jan-21 11:13:55

I was very lucky to have a Covid vaccination in December and feel very grateful. I am due for my next vaccination in the coming week - but suddenly the government has brought out a new policy. As I understand it, they are now saying that people who have had one vaccination will (mostly) not receive the second one after the three weeks - which was - and still is - recommended on the basis of scientific research. I can see the argument for this - more people recieve their first vaccination sooner if this happens. But I can also see the argument against - we don't know the impact of a much longer interval between vaccinations. So what is fair and reasonable? GPs are saying this is not a good idea - partly because the vaccine had been approved on the basis of a three week interval between vaccinations, and partly because it will be a huge logistical problem for them at short notice to make this change. So - I am not sure if I am just being selfish in hoping I will receive my second vaccination as planned, or if this is actually the best policy for everyone. I will be interested in what others think. And I also want to say I wish everyone a happy and HEALTHY New Year!