Raylan 6,311 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 (edited) Been offered the vaccine through work as a frontline healthcare worker. Don't know if I should take it or not. Pretty sure I already have had the virus. What would you do? Edited December 21, 2020 by Raylan Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 7,034 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 Well if you are sure you’ve had it, get tested. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Pat Riot, SASS #13748 22,367 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 I would get it. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Marshal Mo Hare, SASS #45984 7,034 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 I will not get vaccinated 3 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Red Gauntlet , SASS 60619 889 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 As soon as my turn comes up, I'll be vaccinated. I'm 72 with no particular 'conditions' apart from age itself. I figure it'll be at least a couple of months off, if not more.  I was vaccinated against smallpox and polio. I suppose other things back then. I've had a lot of tetanus shots over the years. All my kids and grandkids have always gotten their vaccines. Since I got into my 60s and am now in the 70s, I get the flu and pneumonia vaccines. I had the shingles vaccine, too.  Simple common sense. 7 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kid Rich 829 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 It's as much for the protection of the people you interface with as it is for you. If you don't give a poop about everybody else don't get it. kR 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Raylan 6,311 Posted December 21, 2020 Author Share Posted December 21, 2020 Going to see if can get an antibody test before taking it, no sense in getting it if already had it, just be using a vaccine that could go elsewhere. Failing that will have to decide at that point. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Big Sage, SASS #49891 Life 1,016 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 GET IT! 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Patagonia Pete 788 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 You should do it for us!! If it doesn't work out we will always remember the sacrifice you made. 1 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rye Miles #13621 6,508 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 First thing I would do is call my doctor! 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Raylan 6,311 Posted December 21, 2020 Author Share Posted December 21, 2020 "First thing I would do is call my doctor! "  Usually makes sense, but mines a horses ass. Heart doctor is good, PCP is a jerk. I'd consult first with a few of the doctors I see through work. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Yul Lose 6,419 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 (edited) My doctor told me that since I already had covid that I didn’t need the vaccine but I’ve talked to a few nurses who say they’ve had covid and were encouraged by their doctors to get the vaccine. My daughter in law is a frontline nurse at a hospital in Arizona where there are large numbers of covid patients and had it in August. She got the vaccine on Thursday and had flulike symptoms on Friday and Saturday but was feeling much better yesterday. I believe I will take the vaccine once my turn comes around. Edited December 21, 2020 by Yul Lose 6 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Will E. Shoot 7 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 GET TESTED!  I would take it if I had not already had the virus. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Trigger Mike 1,038 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 I wouldn't get it from the first two companies, people are having heart problems from it and bells palsy. Wait for the slower companies then decide.   The cdc said we all will get the virus but most will never show symptoms but the vaccine has been shown already to give you symptoms.  Why give yourself symptoms for a virus that may never bother you? If others are worried, let them get the vaccine.   I never get the flu vaccine anymore because of what it dies to me and how my kids react when they getthe flu vaccine, I figure this us no different plus in GA of the ones who got the virus, only 1.9 percent died. Most got over it in a few days.   Plus the army gave me vaccines and nerve agent antidote pills to help me build immunity to a chemical attack that we stopped from happening but 29 years later I'm still having side effects from those things, so no thank you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dirty Dan Dawkins 895 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 Pass 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Colorado Coffinmaker 3,444 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 Â Not a Doctor. Â Not an Immune specialist. Â Word on the street is antibodies from having had the virus only last 90 or so days. Â I don't know if that is correct or not. Â There have been rumor of side effects. Â To date, other than documented allergic reactions (few) there have been NO documented adverse reactions. Â Considering the alternatives . . . . GET VACCINATED. Â As a front line health care worker, you're in an excellent position to carry the virus to EVERYONE around you. Â SOME OF WHOM MIGHT DIE. Â I will personally try to be at the front of the line. Â YMMV Â 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Smoken D 2,058 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 Take it. I know if I had a 94% chance of winning the lottery darn right I would be playing the lottery. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dirty Dan Dawkins 895 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 I’m such a love machine my wife fears I’ll have one of those undocumented adverse reactions in the bedroom Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Trigger Mike 1,038 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 3 hours ago, Smoken D said: Take it. I know if I had a 94% chance of winning the lottery darn right I would be playing the lottery. but you have a 99.5% of living through it, without the vaccine. Â isn't that better odds for the lottery? Â my experience though may be different but I don't do well with some vaccines 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
watab kid 1,057 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 as front liner you may have no choice unless you want to be unemployed , im not rushing out for it , im not front line or employed , i dont disagree with getting vaccinated - it saved me from polio i think and probably small pocks [not sure i ever had exposure of small pox tho] but ive never had a flu shot , i generally dont get the flue , ill be holding off for now , Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JD Lud 229 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 I think it’s up to each person until mandated by job or can’t get your license or airplane ticket etc until you do.  I’ve heard numbers from 30-60% needing to take to reach “herd” immunity.  I will not be taking it unless forced.  I strongly believe my 99.5% plus odds vs a vaccine that is so new at this time.  I don’t go around licking door handles and any family that would be potentially impacted by the virus live far away anyways and they will be getting the vaccine, except for the ones that don’t trust it because Trump talked about it.  When I have to, I will get but I would rather have the latest, most up to date version I could get after they work the bugs out so to speak.  I think it’s really different for everyone and respect their voice, but I fully support the right to choose at this point in time.  Besides, I’m just saving a dose for someone more in need    1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Noz 1,911 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 17 hours ago, Raylan said: Been offered the vaccine through work as a frontline healthcare worker. Don't know if I should take it or not. Pretty sure I already have had the virus. What would you do? Take it! I have 4 members of my family that have dealt with the virus. It ain't no fun. Like changing the oil in you car. Probably isn't necessary but better than a go around with the virus. 4 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rye Miles #13621 6,508 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 16 hours ago, Raylan said: "First thing I would do is call my doctor! "  Usually makes sense, but mines a horses ass. Heart doctor is good, PCP is a jerk. I'd consult first with a few of the doctors I see through work. Sounds like it's time for a new doctor! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Capt. James H. Callahan 1,575 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 17 hours ago, Raylan said: Going to see if can get an antibody test before taking it, no sense in getting it if already had it, just be using a vaccine that could go elsewhere. Failing that will have to decide at that point. I've known or know of 3-4 people that had it twice. It would seem that's no guarantee you can't get it again. One guy had a mild case first time and got SICK the second. JHC 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matthew Duncan 1,317 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 Would I take a vaccine with a 95% effective rate and lasts for approximately 3 months for a China Flu with a 99.96% survival rate? No I will not. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fretless 88 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 Survival rate, whatever it actually is, doesn't mean unharmed. Every day people survive this disease, but will live with it's effects for a long time to come, if not the rest of their lives. I recommend getting vaccinated. 3 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Smoken D 2,058 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 12 hours ago, Trigger Mike said: but you have a 99.5% of living through it, without the vaccine.  isn't that better odds for the lottery?  my experience though may be different but I don't do well with some vaccines  My health I don't have a 99.5% chance and with those having reaction to vaccines of course you don't take it. Always exceptions to every rule. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Utah Bob #35998 15,861 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 13 hours ago, Trigger Mike said: but you have a 99.5% of living through it, without the vaccine.  isn't that better odds for the lottery?  my experience though may be different but I don't do well with some vaccines There’s no downside for not winning the lottery other than losing a buck or two for the ticket. Downside for losing the Virus latterly is a bit more severe. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Utah Bob #35998 15,861 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 MOST people will not catch smallpox, polio, diphtheria, pneumonia, whooping cough, tetanus, or measles. But I’ve been vaccinated for all of em. Just in case. MOST people will never need to use a gun for self defense either. But I carry one. Just in case  I think one of the reasons I’m still upright is because I’ve always tried to take reasonable precautions....just in case. 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Edward R S Canby, SASS#59971 836 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 For most people a 1 in 100 chance of dying is unacceptable. COVID-19 is right at that threshold. Further, many victims take months to recover and may never fully recover. I've seen shooters at CAS matches tethered to an oxygen bottle. I don't want to be one of them.  4 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Matthew Duncan 1,317 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 (edited) 30 minutes ago, Edward R S Canby, SASS#59971 said: For most people a 1 in 100 chance of dying is unacceptable....  Don't drive, don't drink, don't smoke, don't cross the street, don't drink the tap water, don't point a weapon at a Officer, don't eat meat, don't tell the wife she looks fat in that dress may all postpone dying but aren't we are all are going to die sometime? Would y'all rather have a long safe boring life living in fear or a fun filled life? Edited December 22, 2020 by Matthew Duncan 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dirty Dog Doug 1,956 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 sign me up watching the local san fran bay area news they have covered people getting their shots over and over and over today they got reports from the people who got shots last week a few said they felt nothing most had mild systems and all where fine after 3 days 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
McCandless 1,921 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 Just a reminder that we've lost several SASS members recently to the virus. Yes, they were older shooters, but so are a lot of us!  We've also had quite a few get really, really sick from it.  Just to work in a hospital setting I've had to be vaccinated for MMR, Hep-B, Influenza (yearly), tested yearly for TB... not to mention long ago vaccines for Smallpox, Polio, (both Salk and Sabin), and stuff I can't even remember. You military vets have been vaccinated for the weirdest stuff imaginable. Heck, what's one more?  My PCP says, "GET IT!" My Cardiologist says, "GET IT!"... So yes, when it becomes available to me, I'll get it.  3 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dusty Wyatt 104 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 I don't want to take a chance on spreading this virus to any of my family, or anyone else. I'll take the shot when offered. 1 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Badger Mountain Charlie SASS #43172 3,331 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 BETTER TO HAVE IT AND NOT NEED IT, THAN TO NEED IT AND NOT HAVE IT.  Words of wisdom.  My age and health put me at the head of the line after caregivers. I consulted with my doctor. He strongly suggested both my wife and myself GET THE VACCINE. 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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