Coronavirus prep

RetiredAndLovingIt

Hubby had a sore arm, but mine didn’t bother me at all..hope she gave me the right stuff, lol. (Usually it does hurt)

lynn_glenmont

I had a sore arm, but it was in the shingles vaccine arm, not the flu shot arm (the pharmacist split them up).

Gisel2015

The two fitness centers in my gated community are open. However, the procedures that they have put in place are very difficult to follow, and I don't really know how many people will go back to the gym with those requirements. This is large community.

They are open at 15% capacity with reduced hours from 9AM to 5PM (normally the hours are from 6AM to 8PM), and only M-F (not on weekends so they can clean and sanitize everything in detail). Only one hour workout allowed per person, and appointments are needed, but "please call first to find out if there is room available..." and closed from 11:30AM to 12noon to clean up; Masks required upon entrance and optional when working out.

The Pilates and Yoga studio will also be open at the end of the month but only one day a week and only one hour class. It is crazy!!

I am not going back until this virus goes away or we get a vaccine. I shall continue doing my boring and mini-wienie workouts at home, plus daily walking as often as possible. Not only those requirements, although needed, are very restrictive but the risk of infection is still around.

paperpudding

lynn_glenmont wrote: »

I was tired after the flu shot for a couple of days this year, which doesn't usually happen, but I have been blaming the shingles vaccine I got on the same day.

I think that is more likely since shingles vaccine is a live vaccine and flu vaccine is not.

paperpudding

SModa61 wrote: »

For the flu shot, I don't remember being tired or hubby complaining of that, but both of us had tender arms for 48 hours. The nurse that gave me mine, warned me that would happen before she even gave the shot.

A big part of my job is giving vaccines, standard practice to warn of common side effects, one of which from all vaccines is possible sore arm.
Nothing different or special about flu vaccine in that regard, you just had a nurse who spelled it out to you.

ReenieHJ

My BIL was taken to the hospital last night via ambulance. My sister and I spoke via phone while I was outside the window. She said the ER was very busy, including someone who had been diagnosed with pneumonia. Don't want to assume but it's awfully hard not to. I know cases in our state are on the increase, as they are most everywhere; we've been very lucky up until the time school started or at least I feel it's been that way.

SModa61

paperpudding wrote: »

SModa61 wrote: »

For the flu shot, I don't remember being tired or hubby complaining of that, but both of us had tender arms for 48 hours. The nurse that gave me mine, warned me that would happen before she even gave the shot.

A big part of my job is giving vaccines, standard practice to warn of common side effects, one of which from all vaccines is possible sore arm.
Nothing different or special about flu vaccine in that regard, you just had a nurse who spelled it out to you.

Thanks paperpudding, I have certainly gotten a sore arm from other shots as well. It did not surprised me much. What I did find surprising is both myself and Hubby got sore arm, but my parents that got the heavy duty senior vaccine had no discomfort, nor did my daughter and SIL.

jenilla1

I always get a sore arm and usually feel a little blah for about a day after getting the flu shot. This year I only got a slightly sore arm. No big deal. It's worth it to me. I've had the flu a couple of times when I was much younger and it was terrible both times. Haven't had it since starting the flu shot 20 years ago, as far as I can tell anyway, so I feel lucky. I've been exposed to bazillions of sick kids over the years (while teaching.) I stopped teaching several years ago, but I still get the flu shot each year. I wouldn't miss it...especially this year...

paperpudding

SModa61 wrote: »

paperpudding wrote: »

SModa61 wrote: »

For the flu shot, I don't remember being tired or hubby complaining of that, but both of us had tender arms for 48 hours. The nurse that gave me mine, warned me that would happen before she even gave the shot.

A big part of my job is giving vaccines, standard practice to warn of common side effects, one of which from all vaccines is possible sore arm.
Nothing different or special about flu vaccine in that regard, you just had a nurse who spelled it out to you.

Thanks paperpudding, I have certainly gotten a sore arm from other shots as well. It did not surprised me much. What I did find surprising is both myself and Hubby got sore arm, but my parents that got the heavy duty senior vaccine had no discomfort, nor did my daughter and SIL.

Yes it varies between individuals, that's all.

moonangel12

SModa61 wrote: »

paperpudding wrote: »

SModa61 wrote: »

For the flu shot, I don't remember being tired or hubby complaining of that, but both of us had tender arms for 48 hours. The nurse that gave me mine, warned me that would happen before she even gave the shot.

A big part of my job is giving vaccines, standard practice to warn of common side effects, one of which from all vaccines is possible sore arm.
Nothing different or special about flu vaccine in that regard, you just had a nurse who spelled it out to you.

Thanks paperpudding, I have certainly gotten a sore arm from other shots as well. It did not surprised me much. What I did find surprising is both myself and Hubby got sore arm, but my parents that got the heavy duty senior vaccine had no discomfort, nor did my daughter and SIL.

This was my mom’s first year getting the senior dose and she said she was fine afterwards! She was shocked at the difference! This is after several years in a row of icky side effects (including the one year where she battled cellulitis for weeks - it spread nearly to her wrist before it finally stopped!)

SModa61

moonangel12 wrote: »

SModa61 wrote: »

paperpudding wrote: »

SModa61 wrote: »

For the flu shot, I don't remember being tired or hubby complaining of that, but both of us had tender arms for 48 hours. The nurse that gave me mine, warned me that would happen before she even gave the shot.

A big part of my job is giving vaccines, standard practice to warn of common side effects, one of which from all vaccines is possible sore arm.
Nothing different or special about flu vaccine in that regard, you just had a nurse who spelled it out to you.

Thanks paperpudding, I have certainly gotten a sore arm from other shots as well. It did not surprised me much. What I did find surprising is both myself and Hubby got sore arm, but my parents that got the heavy duty senior vaccine had no discomfort, nor did my daughter and SIL.

This was my mom’s first year getting the senior dose and she said she was fine afterwards! She was shocked at the difference! This is after several years in a row of icky side effects (including the one year where she battled cellulitis for weeks - it spread nearly to her wrist before it finally stopped!)

Are you speculating that somehow the high dose senior was in some way easier on your mom?

paperpudding

it is possible that someone has no side effect from flu vaccines and then does to the over 65s version or vice versa.

I have had flu vaccine every year for at least a decade (occupational requirement) - most years mild sore arm for couple of days, thats all.

But one year quite a bit sore and red swollen area about 10 cm diameter.

Have not checked if it was a different brand - sometimes it can be the preservative or something like that different between brands.

SModa61

paperpudding wrote: »

it is possible that someone has no side effect from flu vaccines and then does to the over 65s version or vice versa.

I have had flu vaccine every year for at least a decade (occupational requirement) - most years mild sore arm for couple of days, thats all.

But one year quite a bit sore and red swollen area about 10 cm diameter.

Have not checked if it was a different brand - sometimes it can be the preservative or something like that different between brands.

Interesting

jo_nz

paperpudding wrote: »

it is possible that someone has no side effect from flu vaccines and then does to the over 65s version or vice versa.

I have had flu vaccine every year for at least a decade (occupational requirement) - most years mild sore arm for couple of days, thats all.

But one year quite a bit sore and red swollen area about 10 cm diameter.

Have not checked if it was a different brand - sometimes it can be the preservative or something like that different between brands.

I also think the nurse (or other professional) giving the dose can make a big difference.
Our GP practice had one nurse I would always try to get - painless injections and no fuss (even when dealing with my daughter who makes a huge production out of it).
Injections haven't been the same since she retired!

Noreenmarie1234

My younger cousin is in college and lives in an apartment complex off campus. They just finally opened up the fitness center. It used to be open 24h. I was happy to see how careful they are being. I personally wouldn't go. I haven't been to any gyms or hot yoga classes since they shut down. I prefer to workout at home or outside now so I can be without a mask. I have exercise induced asthma, so it really effects my performance and I don't enjoy my workouts as much. I don't think I'll ever go back now that I have my own setup at home, lol.

missysippy930

We received senior dose flu shots in September @ Walgreens. It was a brand new pharmacist, first job out of college. I’ve got to say, I’ve had a lot of shots in my lifetime. This kid was so careful, and gentle, I didn’t feel a thing. Not the actual shot, nor any soreness afterwards.

jenilla1

missysippy930 wrote: »

We received senior dose flu shots in September @ Walgreens. It was a brand new pharmacist, first job out of college. I’ve got to say, I’ve had a lot of shots in my lifetime. This kid was so careful, and gentle, I didn’t feel a thing. Not the actual shot, nor any soreness afterwards.

I got mine a few days ago. The nurse was great. I literally didn't feel the shot at all. No stick of the needle or even pressure as the vaccine went in. Never had a completely painless shot like than in my life. I was amazed. Apparently I was tensing my arm beforehand in anticipation of the stick, so she told me to completely relax it, "go zen," and I did. Maybe that was the difference. They never tell me to let my arm hang limp like that. It worked perfectly.

paperpudding

I agree that vaccine giver technique can make a difference- probably not to whether you get side effects afterward but to how it feels going in.
Some people are still using alcohol wipes, this is unneccesary and makes it sting more. Also giving it gently rather than like dart throwing.
And getting patient to relax their arm ..good tip, make your arm go limp, not tense, and wriggle your fingers loosely .like you are playing the piano.
Partly re focusses your mind and does relax your whole arm as well.

( I give literally thousands of vaccines every year, to all ages)

jenilla1

paperpudding wrote: »

I agree that vaccine giver technique can make a difference- probably not to whether you get side effects afterward but to how it feels going in.
Some people are still using alcohol wipes, this is unneccesary and makes it sting more. Also giving it gently rather than like dart throwing.
And getting patient to relax their arm ..good tip, make your arm go limp, not tense, and wriggle your fingers loosely .like you are playing the piano.
Partly re focusses your mind and does relax your whole arm as well.

( I give literally thousands of vaccines every year, to all ages)

I salute you! ⭐ Really good phlebotomists, IV runners and injection givers really make my day. I get so happy and excited when I have a positive experience. I always praise a job well done! (And I'm still thankful even when it's not so fun.) For some reason, the simple things can be the scariest part. Little things like this make a big difference to sensitive people. Makes medical care comforting rather than traumatic. ❤

SModa61

Just had an interesting convo with my adult son. Socially he dances and competes in West Coast Swing, which has been on hold for a while. He became aware of the following from his social circle.

Apparently, the Shagging dance community participated in an unsanctioned Shag event in late september (unsanctioned event because the "sanctioned" event was cancelled and the venue was now empty and people already had hotels and flights booked).

Here is a cut and paste from a facebook comment regarding this event:
"Sad news - Prayers for Everyone.
More than 100 Dancers are ill with COVID-19 & More than 7 Deaths.
Numbers keep growing, all I know is people privately tracking it. My hope is, they have contact tracing in place..It’s hard to believe that so many Dancers have Covid-19 after going to a Dance Event in September 2020. Our Dance Community needs to be more Patient.If you went to Shaggin' on Main from September 23 - 27, 2020, Please go get tested & Stay safe.Shag & WCS Dancers came from Florida, Kentucky, Ohio, Texas, Virginia, Tennessee, NC, SC, Etc...Tourism is the life blood, so I'm not surprised the SC & Doc issued the exemption for more than 1500 dancers.Organizers must contact all dancers, employees. and report the outbreak to save lives.Maybe they're sensitive about it, can hurts Dancing & tourism.Sad to Spread the Virus in order to save tourism.I know everybody is excited about getting back to dancing, but just need to be patient, sit-down, behave and wait.Please no politics, also we need to respect Everyone Privacy too.My Heart Goes Out To Everyone!"

(Note: if was actually more dates than listed in this post)