Who is getting or got their boosters?

[anhtuvp]

I actually just got mine last week at a local CVS. I was a bit hesitant because the second dose wiped me out for a full day, but this time around it wasn't bad at all—just a sore arm and some minor fatigue the next morning. It’s definitely a relief to have it checked off the list, especially with travel coming up. For me, the peace of mind is worth the couple of hours of feeling sluggish.

[anhtuvp]

I actually just got mine last week at the local CVS since I’m coming up on that six-month mark from my initial series. Honestly, it was a breeze—my arm was a bit sore for a day, maybe slightly more tired than usual, but nothing some Tylenol and an early bedtime couldn't fix. I figured with the holidays coming up and more time spent indoors, it’s worth the peace of mind just to have that extra layer of protection. Definitely felt easier than the second dose for me, so hopefully you have the same experience once you’re cleared to go!

[anhtuvp]

I’m 52 and got my booster back in November as soon as they opened it up for my age range. The first two were Pfizer and the booster was the same, and it went pretty smoothly overall, just a sore arm and I felt kind of run down the next day, but nothing major. I figured it was worth it for the extra layer of protection, especially since I’m around my parents a lot and didn’t want to take chances.

[disneysteve]

[QUOTE=myrdale;n747538]
As for flu vaccines, usually that is around September or October when I get mine, so still a bit early.
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Yes, flu vaccines usually come out in August. I know at my job the deadline to get it was November 1.

[myrdale]

[QUOTE=disneysteve;n747537]

Exactly. COVID will be an annual vaccine from now on just like flu. I'm hoping that at some point they'll combine them into a single shot for convenience.[/QUOTE]

No way, no how.

I'll get the flu vaccine each year. That other, they can keep.

As for flu vaccines, usually that is around September or October when I get mine, so still a bit early.

[disneysteve]

[QUOTE=ua_guy;n747535]I consider it to be like the flu vaccine now, something I take out of precaution for myself and others.[/QUOTE]

Exactly. COVID will be an annual vaccine from now on just like flu. I'm hoping that at some point they'll combine them into a single shot for convenience.

[disneysteve]

[QUOTE=Fishindude77;n747519]

Still got the bug and shots made me feel poorly too.[/QUOTE]

As we've said many times, the COVID vaccine doesn't prevent you from getting COVID. It lessens the severity and greatly reduces the risk of progression to more serious disease, complications, and death. And yes, all vaccines can and do cause side effects, most of which come from the immune response that your body mounts as a result of the vaccine. That's exactly what is supposed to happen. You should feel a little tired and achy and maybe have a low grade fever for a day or two. That means the vaccine is working and your body is doing what it should. Some people get lucky and feel perfectly fine after vaccines but most feel at least something in the way of effects even if it's just a sore arm.

[ua_guy]

Insurance covers it. Otherwise check with your public health department on where to get it for reduced cost or free.

I consider it to be like the flu vaccine now, something I take out of precaution for myself and others.

[Fishindude77]

[QUOTE=QuarterMillionMan;n747503]I am done with boosters, no more already. I took a total of 5 shots, enough already for me.[/QUOTE]

Me too. Only reason I got them was so I could get into Canada fishing.
Still got the bug and shots made me feel poorly too.

[disneysteve]

James, your insurance should cover your vaccines.

[QuarterMillionMan]

I am done with boosters, no more already. I took a total of 5 shots, enough already for me.

[james.hendrickson]

Anyone know where to get the boosters for free?

[bjl584]

I got a flu shot last week.
I can't get the covid booster yet.
6 months since my 2nd shot is still a few weeks away

[Like2Plan]

I found this article from the wall street journal regarding mixing and matching
[url]https://www.wsj.com/articles/is-a-moderna-pfizer-or-j-j-covid-19-booster-shot-best-for-you-what-to-know-about-mixing-vaccines-11634823303?mod=series_covidvaccine[/url]
It may be behind a pay wall, though.
Here is a clip:

[I]"The study found that boosting with a different vaccine is safe, and that boosters increased antibody levels no matter the combination.
“I don’t think there are any losers here,” says Kathryn Edwards, a professor of pediatrics at Vanderbilt University Medical Center who studies vaccines. “Whether you get the same vaccine or a different one, it’s going to boost your immune response.”

The NIH study looked at antibody levels 15 to 29 days after a booster, says Kirsten Lyke, a professor of medicine at the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health at the University of Maryland, who is co-chair of the NIH mix-and-match study.[/I]

[I][B]Which booster combinations work best?[/B]
In the NIH study, the people with the highest overall antibody levels were those who received the Moderna vaccine for their first two doses and Moderna as a booster. Next came people who got the Pfizer vaccine and a Moderna booster, followed by Moderna and [URL="https://www.wsj.com/articles/covid-19-booster-shots-are-here-and-so-is-the-angst-over-who-gets-one-11632578400?mod=article_inline"]a Pfizer booster[/URL].

One combination delivered a far-lower antibody boost than the rest: the original one-dose J&J shot followed by another shot of J&J, which boosted antibodies fourfold. By comparison, an original J&J shot followed by a Moderna booster increased antibodies 76-fold, while a Pfizer-BioNTech booster raised them 35-fold."[/I]


I had Moderna and I recently did a surveillance test that showed I did still have IGg antibodies (though, it didn't measure the level of antibodies). So, I am not sure when I should get my booster. I have a couple of trips planned in the next couple of months to some high density events. (I probably [I]should [/I]do it before I go to the next event.)

[Petunia 100]

[QUOTE=rennigade;n727701]Yes, another covid discussion. What exactly does this have to do with finance? Does everyone need to re read the forum rules? This should be in the Everything Else section. Will one of the mods please do your job and move this?[/QUOTE]

The title of this thread is "Who is getting or got their boosters?" Are you surprised that the discussion is about booster shots and not budgeting or hot stock tips?

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