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Old 11-22-2020, 08:15 PM
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My wife and I were in the Moderna vaccine trial. My wife, who has both heart and lung issues got the placebo (frowny face) while I got the actual vaccine. Since I developed achy muscles and a fever for a few hours I got tested for anti-bodies and fortunately had them. I then gave plasma and they also confirmed that I had the anti-bodies. Both Pfizer and Moderna “work” with the mRNA and each requires two shots, at least the Moderna shots are 28 days apart. I am a huge believer in both manufacturers.
I'm in the Pfizer trial but suspect ended up in the placebo group. They indicated since you don't know if you got the vaccine or not, and to avoid getting two different vaccines, that group may be given access to the trial vaccine once launched and help continue the studies.

For those questioning the population of the trial participants, I observed a broad cross section of people in the waiting area including hourly workers, university students and medical professionals.