4th vaccine

Unless altered to take account of new variants the, fourth will be the same as the third if from the same manufacturer. It is supposed to be available for CEV patients, and some have had it, but I cannot bear the thought of arguing with a particularly obnoxious receptionist at my practice who decides who can have appointments and when. She would insist that my third vaccination was a booster, when all the litersture sent to surgeries emphasised there was a difference. Although the actual content of the vaccine was the same in 1&2 it was recommended that the boosters for say Astra Zenica patients should be ’boosted’ with Pfizer, or similar. The reason for logging a third vaccination rather than a booster is so that those who qualify would be offered the fourth as a booster. All very complicated, but it’s a poor show when even doctors are giving advice that doesn’t tally with the JCIV advice

Thanks Thorntrees.

After ages spent trying to get my third primary, as advised, I eventually marched into the vaccination centre, where my husband had an appointment.
On checking my record, they gave it to me there and then.
I did have to explain that AZ was not suitable for immunocompromised patients and why. I was given the Pfizer, which wasn't as problematic as the AZ ones, which put me in bed for three weeks each time.
Staff seemed very ill informed, but willing to listen to me.

When I couldn't access the vaccination, (the helpline were useless, hadn't a clue about a third primary), I wrote to the Chief Medical Officer in November.
I received a reply this morning to await a letter for the third one. A bit late, to say the least. I was vaccinated on the 6th of November!

In all fairness the system has been updated and I have been told I am eligible for a fourth and access to antivirals, which is reassuring.

Marydoll, I live in North Shropshire.
As I was confused by the advice on the NHS website about needing a letter to get the fourth vaccination I e-mailed my GP surgery for advice.
They phoned to ask me if I had had a letter about the third vaccination as I was CEV and when I said yes they said to take that along to the vaccination clinic.
The clinic was a mobile one which happened to be visiting the town on Monday.
There was no problem when I showed them the letter and they accessed my records and I had the jab.
I must admit to still being confused as the letter made no reference to a fourth jab merely stated I was CEV and should have a third jab rather than a booster.
I am just very grateful to have had the vaccination exactly 91 days after my third one. I do hope you get yours organised soon and anyone else struggling to do so.

My daughter had her 4th vaccine a few weeks ago. She works in the local school. She had no side effects except a painful arm for a couple of days.

Covid passes in France and most of Europe that gone from 365 days validity to 270. My pass is therefore now invalid, although I have had confirmed Covid + 2 Pfizers. Having Booster on Friday- which will effectively be my 4th dose. Covid + 3.

I have had all four as Pfizer full dose. No reaction apart from the third when I had the flu jab as well, then I was a bit "off" for a couple of days. I have blood cancer so CEV. I had trouble booking until I got a letter from my consultant.

CEV due too taking low grade Chemo injections weekly. Was sent a letter from my Consultant to say get a 4th jab. Tried to book online was told I was ineligible, walk in centre had closed down locally so enquired at GP surgery and they hold a 'Jab Day' so they added me to the list. Never had any reactions to the jabs, 2 Astrazenecas and 2 Pfizers, as far as I know all at full strength.

The fourth is for people who are immunocompromised.

I have just received a text cancelling my fourth appointment and to reschedule. I didn't know I had an appointment in the first place, despite trying to organise it!

I’ll get my 4th when invited.
Why is Eng out of step with most of the world and not insisting on mask wearing. Ireland, Wales and Scotland still have protection in place.
Scotland has been pro active all the way and the English leaders seem reluctant to give guidance re protection.
Scotland seems the place to be just now with strong proactive leaders, free prescriptions, free University and care for the elderly. Well done Scotland and shame on Westminster.

Wife had 4th jab, couple of weeks ago. No issues, with the Pfizer vaccine. She was the 1st in MK to have it, and the place she had it done were unaware of the 4th dose. She showed them her phone text and were then prepared for others. Again a blood cancer Myeloma made her xritically vulnerable.

If I were eligible I would have a 4th jab without hesitation and I hope the offer it more widely in due course. The Israeli government is giving all their adults a 4th jab: what do they know that our government does not?

Nor me. First I've heard of it!

Thorntrees, I'm due my fourth in a few weeks and would be interested to know where in the UK, you are.
I am in Scotland was was advised ages ago, that I am on record as being eligible for a fourth vaccine

I had my 4th jab yesterday- CEV after having blood cancer.Was a bit confused how to go about booking it as NHS web site said it couldn’t be booked on line and needed a letter from Consultant( which I no longer have as it’s a while since treatment) or a letter from GP.Phoned surgery who said the letter from theNHS about the third jab would suffice so went to a walk in locally and all done and dusted in no time. Pfizer as other three, no reaction just arm a bit achy. Hopefully will now feel a bit safer going out after two years of virtually being stuck at home.

I'm undergoing chemo at the moment and asked my oncologist how long it will take for my immunity to recover once I have completed the course (which, thankfully, will be in a couple of weeks time). I got my booster in October last year, but she said that regardless of this, my immunity will be compromised significantly due to the chemo so I will need a 4th jab 2-3 weeks after my last chemo. I will be glad to get it as I want to start living again and be able to meet up with family and friends occasionally to get a cuppa in a (well ventilated) bar or cafe.

My 1st 2 were Moderna.

1st, arm was so sore it kept me awake for 2 or 3 nights. Day off work sick.

2nd, arm was fine. Felt a bit sluggish for a day.

DH had 4th - half dose of Moderna, he had a really sore arm for a few days, which he didn't have with the first three of Pfizer vaccine.

glammagran I felt ill and had chest pains after the Pfizer booster.
It was frightening.

I gratefully received flu and 3 covid vaccines last year (2 AZ and Moderna booster).

However, much to my surprise I was really ill after the Moderna for about 2 weeks. Headaches, joint pains all over and chills where I felt like I’d been dipped in iced water. 3 days later I had terrible chest pains such that I was unable to take a deep breath and knew if I phoned 111 I’d be told to go to A&E. After a couple of days the chest pain abated. I don’t think I’ll risk a 4th.

I had the 4th, as I am clinically vulnerable. No side effects apart from a sore arm 12 hours later. By the next morning the soreness had gone.

When do you say no more?

My DS1, CEV, has had 3 'primary vaccines' and 1 booster.

I agree, I won't be having another one. Three already and a flu as well - not for me.

I'm uncertain about this, four vaccinations in less than a year is a step too far for me.

My consultant says I need one and Mr HB will get one too as his treat for being married to me. I'm CV so eligible but think it won't be for a while so as not to clash with some medication.

Very grateful to the NHS.