I have never had a flu shot and have never had the flu. Well, at least that I know of aware of its symptoms. But this new pandemic is a bit more frightening, especially for me at 73 with underlying health conditions nearly galore. What is strange is my reasoning for taking this new vaccine: I do not want to be just another statistic in its Death Column. It reminded me of a saying by Stalin: "One death is a tragedy, a million just a statistic." I would like to die a tragic death.
The argument in my head against taking it is the pure fear-motive: I do not like being coerced. I suppose that is like the no-maskers. As our whole way of life has been disrupted and changed by this virus, taking the vaccine seems like a concession to its power, an admission of defeat somehow. I am still undecided. How about you?
I wore masks and did all the recommendations and I was tested positive yesterday
rumitoid wrote:
I have never had a flu shot and have never had the flu. Well, at least that I know of aware of its symptoms. But this new pandemic is a bit more frightening, especially for me at 73 with underlying health conditions nearly galore. What is strange is my reasoning for taking this new vaccine: I do not want to be just another statistic in its Death Column. It reminded me of a saying by Stalin: "One death is a tragedy, a million just a statistic." I would like to die a tragic death.
The argument in my head against taking it is the pure fear-motive: I do not like being coerced. I suppose that is like the no-maskers. As our whole way of life has been disrupted and changed by this virus, taking the vaccine seems like a concession to its power, an admission of defeat somehow. I am still undecided. How about you?
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I have a great family doctor who I trust. I like him for many reasons but a big one is that he is a scholar and constantly pursues education and knowledge in his field. I have had some medical training but am in no way as qualified as he is so when it comes to decisions such as vaccinations I defer to his wisdom. So far he has not steered me wrong. The suggestion I would make is to ignore the anti vaccine crap on Facebook and if you are anxious about receiving the vaccine raise those concerns with your physician and follow their advice.
Kevyn wrote:
I have a great family doctor who I trust. I like him for many reasons but a big one is that he is a scholar and constantly pursues education and knowledge in his field. I have had some medical training but am in no way as qualified as he is so when it comes to decisions such as vaccinations I defer to his wisdom. So far he has not steered me wrong. The suggestion I would make is to ignore the anti vaccine crap on Facebook and if you are anxious about receiving the vaccine raise those concerns with your physician and follow their advice.
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Always useful and vital info. Thank you.
Jlw wrote:
I wore masks and did all the recommendations and I was tested positive yesterday
Sorry to hear that. Get well soon.
Thanks Rumi. Feel good yet will have to wait and see. I was told by my doctor s nurse that I had to quarantine for 14 days, now the CDC says you have to isolate for only 10 days. Who is right?
rumitoid wrote:
I have never had a flu shot and have never had the flu. Well, at least that I know of aware of its symptoms. But this new pandemic is a bit more frightening, especially for me at 73 with underlying health conditions nearly galore. What is strange is my reasoning for taking this new vaccine: I do not want to be just another statistic in its Death Column. It reminded me of a saying by Stalin: "One death is a tragedy, a million just a statistic." I would like to die a tragic death.
The argument in my head against taking it is the pure fear-motive: I do not like being coerced. I suppose that is like the no-maskers. As our whole way of life has been disrupted and changed by this virus, taking the vaccine seems like a concession to its power, an admission of defeat somehow. I am still undecided. How about you?
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No and I am 72 and not worried and do not wear a mask because there is no pandemic.
rumitoid wrote:
I have never had a flu shot and have never had the flu. Well, at least that I know of aware of its symptoms. But this new pandemic is a bit more frightening, especially for me at 73 with underlying health conditions nearly galore. What is strange is my reasoning for taking this new vaccine: I do not want to be just another statistic in its Death Column. It reminded me of a saying by Stalin: "One death is a tragedy, a million just a statistic." I would like to die a tragic death.
The argument in my head against taking it is the pure fear-motive: I do not like being coerced. I suppose that is like the no-maskers. As our whole way of life has been disrupted and changed by this virus, taking the vaccine seems like a concession to its power, an admission of defeat somehow. I am still undecided. How about you?
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I will the fact they will give it too healthcare workers tells me its safe.
rumitoid wrote:
I have never had a flu shot and have never had the flu. Well, at least that I know of aware of its symptoms. But this new pandemic is a bit more frightening, especially for me at 73 with underlying health conditions nearly galore. What is strange is my reasoning for taking this new vaccine: I do not want to be just another statistic in its Death Column. It reminded me of a saying by Stalin: "One death is a tragedy, a million just a statistic." I would like to die a tragic death.
The argument in my head against taking it is the pure fear-motive: I do not like being coerced. I suppose that is like the no-maskers. As our whole way of life has been disrupted and changed by this virus, taking the vaccine seems like a concession to its power, an admission of defeat somehow. I am still undecided. How about you?
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Yes, but not the one needing to be super cooled. What happens if it reaches room temperature? What happens if it is injected even though refrigeration failed ( or someone failed to refrigerate it in the first place )? What happens if it leaves production properly cooled, warms up somewhere in transit, is re-cooled on delivery, then injected?
Too many question unasked and unanswered.
lpnmajor wrote:
Yes, but not the one needing to be super cooled. What happens if it reaches room temperature? What happens if it is injected even though refrigeration failed ( or someone failed to refrigerate it in the first place )? What happens if it leaves production properly cooled, warms up somewhere in transit, is re-cooled on delivery, then injected?
Too many question unasked and unanswered.
You will grow a pair of big Harry tits on your back and your teeth will fall out.
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