Vaccinations from next week

I totally understand people that have serious concerns about having the vaccine due to previous bad experiences with a vaccine or certain health problems. Which is why it is so important that everyone that doesn't have genuine grounds for concern should have it to protect others. It could be that having this vaccine will be my greatest contribution to the future of the human race (along with having two great children!). And that’s pretty cool. imo

My husband and I have avoided busy places including supermarkets and public transport since the virus kicked off. This week we queued for an hour , first in a narrow airless corridor, and then on a staircase with NHS notices telling us to keep moving . There were some fire doors at one point but these of course were firmly shut. What were we queueing for ? An appointment to have The Vaccination . As well as people with appointments , hospital staff were allowed to ‘ drop in’ . Please understand , we felt privileged to be among the first to receive the jab, and I had no problem with being kept waiting,
but I did not feel safe in the environment, knowing that the ventilation was so poor . No one had even bothered to keep the entrance doors to reception open.

That is totally wrong Atqui. Is it any wonder this pandemic is out of control when even those that are there to control it don’t adhere to even the simplest of common sense rules. Or, what makes it even more worrying, understand the need for them.

I’m quite worried

I worry on the rare occasion that I venture out of my comfort zone eg going to Boots for a flu jab/taking the dog to the vets even though we don’t go into the building. What I’ve realised is that people that are still working/taking children to school etc don’t worry about doing such things. I sometimes think that I’ll really struggle with doing normal things again when this is over. A lot of people I know have continued to go to supermarkets etc.

i feel the same that I may struggle with normal life when this is over. I don't think things will ever be the same, by that I mean living a carefree life. I don't think i will ever book another holiday or eat in a restaurant. Even after the vaccine.

But I admire all of those those who have carried on or who had to carry on. i wish more people sitting behind their computers would recognise that instead of complaining.

I think I feel the same. I doubt I'll ever venture forth in the way I used to. I'll always be worried in crowded places and, certainly, foreign travel will require quite a mental struggle.

I cannot wait for the a combination of the vaccines to mean that life can start to return to some sort of normal. Althoug, so sadly, for so many families this will mean unemployment, much hardship, even loss of their homes and family breakdowns. This will last for very many years for many of them,

For myself, I have continued going weekly to supermarket - okay a very quiet time - often have whole aisles totally to myself. trundle around my local High street. Zoom meetings and talks, instead of actually going out to them.

So missing going to visit (and being visited) by my children and friends. As far as I am concerned, I am hoping that as the vaccine gets rolled out, I will just be able to 'write off' 2020 and be able to do all the things I have not been able to do this year, in 2021.

Be lovely, occasionally, to be able to go to a restaurant, and other places where there are likely to lots of people. I am certain that as we have got used to this sort of isolationist type living over the past few months, most of us will quite speedily get back to welcoming being part of social groups again,.

Is there such a thing as a standby list?
Say 80 year old Mr. Smith on the day of 25th Dec. can't make his appointment for one reason or another, can his 65 year old mobile neighbour Mrs. Brown, who has signed up to a list, say, "yes thank you, I'll be there in 15 minutes" when phoned. Then slots wouldn't be wasted with non attendance.

Has anyone heard whether what Jeremy Hunt said about running out of vaccine has been confirmed one way or another?

I hope he’s wrong

totally in agreement with you

That’s a good point Ellianne
It would make sense wouldn’t it?

I was wondering the same thing WWMK2 I haven’t heard of any further Pfizer deliveries and the original batch must have been used by now.

Newspapers today seem to differ about when the Oxford vaccine is due to be approved. Some say tomorrow (Monday) but one said Thursday.

I am by nature an optimistic person but even I am getting a bit concerned that if the virus continues to mutate, it might change to such an extent that even after the vaccine, our immune system won’t recognise it.

There is a problem with the Australian vaccine in trials so they will be wanting to order vaccines from overseas.

That's why we should have whatever is the current flu vaccine, JenniferEccles not just because different strains are prevalent each year but because the flu viruses mutate.

25 Avalon I have already had the 1st vaccination the second is next week. It was done at my GP surgery, So very well organised. No problems .

I cannot wait to get a vaccine - this is the only way we are going to get our lives back. I think I will be way down the list but at least it’s coming.

mrs Threadgold you are given a small card at the first injection to carry with you, That is what happened for me.

Oxford vaccine should ok’d in a couple of days time. Just hope this government can get the organisation right. This is going to be a mammoth task.

and the side effects for those with allergies?not looking forward to this jab. can see me ending up in hospital

As far as I can see from what I have read, the side effects will be no more than for any other medical intervention. The two people reported to have had reactions from the jab carried epipens and were known to be inclined to extreme allergic reactions. They immediately received suitable treatment (which must have been at hand ready for use) and recovered - they were not reported to have been detained in hospital.

moggie57

and the side effects for those with allergies?not looking forward to this jab. can see me ending up in hospital

Can anyone specifically request to have their jab done in a hospital as opposed to a sports centre so that there are immediate facilities and staff available in case of a reaction?

Ask at your medical practice what the procedure is going to be and what support will be there in case of emergencies. I imagine that if you have multiple allergic reactions it is noted on your medical record, and your GP is aware of it.

There will be qualified medical staff on hand when the vaccinations are given, and they won't be done by someone pulled in off the street and told to volunteer.

COVID-19 Vaccines and Severe Allergic Reactions.
Safeguards Are in Place.

After receiving the vaccine, people should be kept nder observation.
Persons with a history of anaphylaxis (due to any cause): 30 minutes
All other persons: 15 minutes

Appropriate medical treatment for severe allergic reactions must be immediately available in the event that an acute anaphylactic reaction occurs

More about the vaccine and allergic reactions - www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/safety/allergic-reaction.html

I've heard that some dentists will start administering the jab soon in order to help speed things up. Sounds like a good idea, but I'm not sure how they would cope if anyone had a bad reaction.