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Covid vaccination process

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Was ‘jabbed’ this morning. They ran out of AstraZeneca so had Pfizer vaccine. I was asked if that’s ok with me before having the jab. Having said that the person in front of me got AstraZeneca because she had allergies. So a stock must be held back especially for those people.

Was very well organised and on a large scale here. There are 5 drive-through bays, each car moving through at a rate of about 1 per minute. Lots of marshalls directing cars into the vaccination tunnel, then more marshalls to show you where to park for your 15 minute ‘rest’. All were very on the ball. Jab was noticeable but nothing to be concerned about.

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One person had a reaction and immediately the marshalls blew horns. Then she was whisked off to a waiting ambulance. All very quick.

I was impressed, especially as I think this area is playing catch-up with supplies.

Viv.
 
Had our jabs this morning - AstraZeneca. At our own doctor's 5 mins up road. Well organised - appointment 9.45, no wait, went straight in front door, into a nurses room, jab and then out the back door. Told to wait afterwards before we drove home but, in spite of wait, I was making a coffee by 10.10. No second appointment yet - told to expect a text (which is what we had before making the appointment today). Not sure about all the stewards but some were St John's ambulance.
 
Vivienne14 said:
Was ‘jabbed’ this morning. They ran out of AstraZeneca so had Pfizer vaccine. I was asked if that’s ok with me before having the jab. Having said that the person in front of me got AstraZeneca because she had allergies. So a stock must be held back especially for those people.

Was very well organised and on a large scale here. There are 5 drive-through bays, each car moving through at a rate of about 1 per minute. Lots of marshalls directing cars into the vaccination tunnel, then more marshalls to show you where to park for your 15 minute ‘rest’. All were very on the ball. Jab was noticeable but nothing to be concerned about.

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One person had a reaction and immediately the marshalls blew horns. Then she was whisked off to a waiting ambulance. All very quick.

I was impressed, especially as I think this area is playing catch-up with supplies.

Viv.
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Did you remain in your car all the time?

What was the process. Drive up, stick arm out of window, jabbed and on your way?
 
Yes in the car the whole time Bob. Roll window down, and jab at top of arm. Bit like a drive-through McDonalds! Minimal contact with those carrying out vaccinations. There was one person in a hut alongside, obviously an administrator who typed in name and DOB. Once jabbed, given a card printed off on the spot with personal details, type of vaccine and date. Then was told next vaccination will be 10-12 weeks.

I forgot to say. The appointments were organised by my local GP surgery; a personal phone call a few days ago. The vaccination tents are situated just a little way down the road, next to an emergency treatment practice. There are close links between the two even pre-Covid. Saves going to hospital for certain treatments like xrays. We have a very good set up here and it might even be a model for other towns. The only problems have been to do with supply. One supply was sent to the wrong town miles away.

Viv.
 
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Yes in the car the whole time Bob. Roll window down, and jab at top of arm. Bit like a drive-through McDonalds! Minimal contact with those carrying out vaccinations. There was one person in a hut alongside, obviously an administrator who typed in name and DOB. Once jabbed, given a card printed off on the spot with personal details, type of vaccine and date. Then was told next vaccination will be 10-12 weeks.

I forgot to say. The appointments were organised by my local GP surgery; a personal phone call a few days ago. The vaccination tents are situated just a little way down the road, next to an emergency treatment practice. There are close links between the two even pre-Covid. Saves going to hospital for certain treatments like xrays. We have a very good set up here and it might even be a model for other towns. The only problems have been to do with supply. One supply was sent to the wrong town miles away.

Viv.
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WOW! Impressive.
 
Very impressed at the progress being made in vaccinating the general public in the UK. You put us to shame...and this is the so called 'New World'. The process is so slow here...we now hear that the over 80 crowd will be contacted by their own doctor regarding appointments for vaccination. This is due to the fact that the on line portal, which they've been working on ever since the vaccines were announced, is not going to be up and running any time soon. In the meantime, we have lots of maybe's...possibilities...could be's...should be's etc. We could learn a lot from you guys.
Dave A
 
adap2it said:
Very impressed at the progress being made in vaccinating the general public in the UK. You put us to shame...and this is the so called 'New World'. The process is so slow here...we now hear that the over 80 crowd will be contacted by their own doctor regarding appointments for vaccination. This is due to the fact that the on line portal, which they've been working on ever since the vaccines were announced, is not going to be up and running any time soon. In the meantime, we have lots of maybe's...possibilities...could be's...should be's etc. We could learn a lot from you guys.
Dave A
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I agree Dave the posts here are very positive, it is good to read your experiences. In Australia our vaccine runout has been slow but will start tomorrow for Aged care and disability workers and residents, frontline health workers, quarantine and border workers. Later in March the general public vaccinations will begin with over eighties.

Wendy
 
wendylee said:
I agree Dave the posts here are very positive, it is good to read your experiences. In Australia our vaccine runout has been slow but will start tomorrow for Aged care and disability workers and residents, frontline health workers, quarantine and border workers. Later in March the general public vaccinations will begin with over eighties.

Wendy
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I see that there are protests in Oz against vaccinations. I do not understand what the problem is. Vaccinations have been around for a very long time, so it seems to me that there is far too much misinformation around these days. I had to have a vaccination certificate before I could emigrate to Canada, maybe it was the same for you in Oz. In my area, we are in total lockdown, which has just been extended to mid March, so getting the jab is a must to maintain our sanity. Canada is under the radar most of the time so very little exposure to world news. My grumbling is minor compared to much of what is being said in the bigger picture.
Dave A
 
adap2it said:
I see that there are protests in Oz against vaccinations. I do not understand what the problem is. Vaccinations have been around for a very long time, so it seems to me that there is far too much misinformation around these days. I had to have a vaccination certificate before I could emigrate to Canada, maybe it was the same for you in Oz. In my area, we are in total lockdown, which has just been extended to mid March, so getting the jab is a must to maintain our sanity. Canada is under the radar most of the time so very little exposure to world news. My grumbling is minor compared to much of what is being said in the bigger picture.
Dave A
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Yes, unfortunately Dave there have been protest rallies against the vaccines. Sad really....because the more of us who have the covid vaccination that in turn helps protect others too, especially vulnerable people who are unable to have it for whatever reason.
Hopefully when the vaccination process is completed we have enough protected to be able to return to as normal a life as possible.
A surprise note is that our rollout of the vaccine started today, a day early so its a good news for us here in Oz. :)
Keep your posts coming about how your covid vaccinations went, it is interesting to hear, thank you.

Wendy:sun:
 
adap2it said:
I see that there are protests in Oz against vaccinations. I do not understand what the problem is. Vaccinations have been around for a very long time, so it seems to me that there is far too much misinformation around these days. I had to have a vaccination certificate before I could emigrate to Canada, maybe it was the same for you in Oz. In my area, we are in total lockdown, which has just been extended to mid March, so getting the jab is a must to maintain our sanity. Canada is under the radar most of the time so very little exposure to world news. My grumbling is minor compared to much of what is being said in the bigger picture.
Dave A
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Dave, I agree with you on a number of counts! This misinformation is a big deal coming mostly from the media and I guess that is what most people do all day with COVID. A friend of my sisters in her early 80’s is scheduled for her first jab but is complying bitterly and poisoning peoples minds. When she spoke to me I asked her to shut up and take it or not. However it might not be a silver bullet but the consequences are very high. She took it but is still complaining!
 
Has anyone had a bad reaction to the jab. I wasn't well the day after with pains across the back of my neck and shoulders and was sick twice. Since then for almost 2 weeks I had a tight pain like a metal band on the vac. site, then a large lump appeared which felt hot to the touch. Thankfully it has now cleared up.
 
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Has anyone had a bad reaction to the jab. I wasn't well the day after with pains across the back of my neck and shoulders and was sick twice. Since then for almost 2 weeks I had a tight pain like a metal band on the vac. site, then a large lump appeared which felt hot to the touch. Thankfully it has now cleared up.
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We have both had our second shot (Pfizer) other than a little headache for a couple of days so far so good although we have friends that felt poorly for a week or so!
 
Had Pfizer first shot, had aching arm a few hours later and was uncomfortable during the night. Next day still had tender arm, a bit of a headache and slightly ‘off-colour’. But that’s all, nothing unmanageable thankfully. Viv.
 
Richarddye said:
We have both had our second shot (Pfizer) other than a little headache for a couple of days so far so good although we have friends that felt poorly for a week or so!
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That's good, I did read some people were ok with the first but felt worse after their second!
 
Are there any choices as to what vaccine you receive in the UK? I ask because there is growing concern about the effectiveness of the Oxford Astra Zeneca vaccine. We are being strongly advised not to shop vaccines, but reading social media comments, there are definite preferences...
Dave A
 
Richard,

I've had almost as many blood tests as I've had hot dinners and I don't worry about needles. Same with injections, so I'm not anticipating any problems at all. The only phobia I have is people messing with my eyes! :)

Maurice :cool:
 
Dave,

I don't have any choice, but if I did I would go for the A-Z as it seems to be more effective, despite certain countries telling porkies for political reasons.

Maurice :cool:
 
adap2it said:
Are there any choices as to what vaccine you receive in the UK? I ask because there is growing concern about the effectiveness of the Oxford Astra Zeneca vaccine. We are being strongly advised not to shop vaccines, but reading social media comments, there are definite preferences...
Dave A
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As far as we were concerned we had an appointment and were given whatever vaccine the centre was giving. Just glad to have a jab. I think the only change might be for people with severe allergies who seem to be not given the Pfizer.
 
adap2it said:
Are there any choices as to what vaccine you receive in the UK? I ask because there is growing concern about the effectiveness of the Oxford Astra Zeneca vaccine. We are being strongly advised not to shop vaccines, but reading social media comments, there are definite preferences...
Dave A
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In the US you get whatever the institution has. While there might be different after effects all of those being give are effective. I certainly would not be looking at social media for that!
As Maurice said there are SO many porkies out there. Ask your doctor. I did and all of those being give will work!
 
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