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This is getting complicated. People need simplicity and this has become anything but simple.
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Back in August we had several in the administration declaring that boosters would be available starting in September. Since then there have been discussions, pro and con. Some focused on fairness - should those vaccines go to other countries? To unvaccinated? Others were worried whether EAU was issued. Still more are still concerned about the trials underway.
We did not get, we did not lie. We simply asked about the flu vaccine and getting a booster. We were not pushed or tricked into getting either. It was explained to us that both were available if we wanted them. Only caution was to not take them together, and suggestion was to get COVID vaccine first, and then wait at least 2 weeks before getting a flu shot.
As mentioned previously, we got the 1st and 2nd back in early Jan and Feb 2021. Me no reaction to either. Wife slightly tired and a sore arm for a day or 2 after the 2nd.
For the 3rd, no reaction for me, slightly tired for my wife.
I am happy this 3rd shot was available. It wasn't forced on us. We made a personal choice.
For those concerned, or confused, no one is forcing anyone to get that booster.
For those that got a booster, or 3rd shot willingly, that may be better than the pharmacies and clinics having to worry about vaccines about to expire.
I'm happy that Villages Health planned ahead, and ordered vaccines in preparation for a Sept 20th rollout. I'm glad the CDC sliced thru the rhetoric, and made a recommendation back in August 2021.
Joint Statement from HHS Public Health and Medical Experts on COVID-19 Booster Shots | CDC Online Newsroom | CDC