Covid 19 vaccination

[ukantor]

I have previously said that I did not want to be one of the first to receive the Covid 19 jab, so when, at five o'clock, I got a phone call offering me the vaccination, I had to make a quick decision. I said, "Yes". It will be done a week tomorrow with the follow-up jab early in January.

I'm still slightly wary about being one of the early adopters but, on balance, I think I made the right choice. Heck, at my age (82) I've not got much to lose!

John Colter

[merlin666]

Wow what makes you a member of this privileged elite?

[rainbow21]

I think the choice is a good one. The high rate of effectiveness combined with the "minor" side effects almost makes it a no brainer. It is the best hope for a return to some semblance of normalcy.

[ukantor]

"Wow, what makes you a member of this privileged elite?"

All I know is, they started a national program of vaccination this morning, (Tuesday, 8th Dec) and the elderly are being prioritized. I got a phone call from my local medical practice at about 5pm asking if I would like to receive the jab. It took me about five seconds to decide!

John Colter

[Ukecaster]

Good for you. Anyone over 80 should be high priority, as they've been the highest casualty group.

[EDW]

Best of luck! Hope all goes well

[Bluesy]

Congratulations! Very good news for you.

Bluesy.

[ukantor]

Many thanks, All, for the good wishes. I feel like a pioneer.

(but you can never find one when you need one)

John Colter

[merlin666]

Good luck please let us know how you are feeling in the next few weeks.

[thaidye39]

I've lost two family members to Covid and a third beat it (my sweet, great aunt at age 98).

I am so happy for you to receive this jab and wish you the best of luck.