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Old 02-02-2021, 06:44 AM
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My wife is only 62 and has an auto immune decease. How is she supposed to get registered when every site excludes her once she answers NO to the question if you are 65 or older?
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Old 02-02-2021, 08:19 AM
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Some with health issues and their caregivers have been able to access the vaccine through their physician.

Mass vaccination sites are unlikely to have the resources to properly screen (IMHO).
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Old 02-02-2021, 10:27 AM
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i'd hesitate to get any vax if i were her, some have had deadly reactions, especially those with food allergies
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Old 02-02-2021, 10:33 AM
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i'd hesitate to get any vax if i were her, some have had deadly reactions, especially those with food allergies
An even better reason to work through a physician.
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My wife is only 62 and has an auto immune decease. How is she supposed to get registered when every site excludes her once she answers NO to the question if you are 65 or older?
Our daughter was born with a congenital heart defect and generalized stenoses of blood vessels so she is very much at risk at 55. She lives with us and I posed that question to The Villages Health a couple of days ago and she told me that nothing on their part; calling or writing letters or making a prescription alters how the vaccine will be distributed. I remember when we had the Cancer March/gathering here at The Villages, and there were thousands of cancer survivors too. I guess we will all have to try to remain safe and away from crowds until the distribution comes to the younger folks. If they aren't safe, we need to keep doing what we have been doing until they are vaccinated, it looks like to me.

I understand your frustration, it is getting on to a year and it is very hard not to have it be over.
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Old 02-02-2021, 04:33 PM
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From the Health Dept:

"At the State of Florida website, there is a tab referring to the vaccination of medically vulnerable individuals. While a list of medical conditions or their severity is not available, over 28,000 vaccines were distributed to 27 large medical centers in Florida. The list of servicing hospitals may change over time.

Please know that this activity is performed only by selected hospitals/medical centers (and not the health department). The nearest hospitals that received these doses for this purpose are: Advent Health Orlando, Orlando Health—Orlando Regional Medical Center, and UF Health—Shands Hospital. "


I am aware of several immune suppressed people and their spouses who were vaccinated at one of these sites with Doctor's orders.
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Our daughter was born with a congenital heart defect and generalized stenoses of blood vessels so she is very much at risk at 55. She lives with us and I posed that question to The Villages Health a couple of days ago and she told me that nothing on their part; calling or writing letters or making a prescription alters how the vaccine will be distributed. I remember when we had the Cancer March/gathering here at The Villages, and there were thousands of cancer survivors too. I guess we will all have to try to remain safe and away from crowds until the distribution comes to the younger folks. If they aren't safe, we need to keep doing what we have been doing until they are vaccinated, it looks like to me.

I understand your frustration, it is getting on to a year and it is very hard not to have it be over.
I sympathize with you. If she were my child, I would escalate my plea to the top official at The Villages Health. This is too important. I wish I could give up my place to her or others in her situation. I hope you get a positive resolution soon.
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Our daughter was born with a congenital heart defect and generalized stenoses of blood vessels so she is very much at risk at 55. She lives with us and I posed that question to The Villages Health a couple of days ago and she told me that nothing on their part; calling or writing letters or making a prescription alters how the vaccine will be distributed. I remember when we had the Cancer March/gathering here at The Villages, and there were thousands of cancer survivors too. I guess we will all have to try to remain safe and away from crowds until the distribution comes to the younger folks. If they aren't safe, we need to keep doing what we have been doing until they are vaccinated, it looks like to me.

I understand your frustration, it is getting on to a year and it is very hard not to have it be over.
Helene is more than welcome to have my shot(s), unfortunately I'm also under 65. Hang in there, Gracie, the odds are that you all will be fine
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i'd hesitate to get any vax if i were her, some have had deadly reactions, especially those with food allergies
What proven examples can you cite with the 2 vaccines currently available?
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Months ago my doctor told me not to get the shot when they started. Just recently I heard from him to schedule my shat at the hospital where I get treatments. Was there last Thursday and am scheduled to go back in 3.5 weeks. Just check with your doctor.
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My wife is only 62 and has an auto immune decease. How is she supposed to get registered when every site excludes her once she answers NO to the question if you are 65 or older?
How about you ask a professional, like a doctor. I doubt he will get her a shot but at least youre asking someone who might know. In the meantime, she should avoid crowds and protect herself until the vaccines open up for people under the minimum age
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Maybe it’s a sign not to get it???
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Some with health issues and their caregivers have been able to access the vaccine through their physician.

Mass vaccination sites are unlikely to have the resources to properly screen (IMHO).
I take care of both of my parents. Our doctor gave them their 1st shots last week. They said I was too young, 67, yet I'm their 100% caregiver. Maybe they fear the results of the vaccine?
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Old 02-03-2021, 07:51 AM
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When the orders of the vaccination first went out again and again we were told those of us with pre-existing conditions would be getting them first it would have been very simple to set up the software for the websites or at least have something clearly written out along with the people above the idea of talking to your doctor first is a very good one my physician was given vaccination shots for the 65 and older group in his care as we are a low-income medical center. However that said you should write to your county whether your lake or Sumter the councilman as well as your state Representatives as to your problems in fact, they all have telephone numbers to be reached especially your state representative. You will find most of them are extremely cooperative and very willing to help you and all that you need. I have done this whenever I had a problem with the roads etc
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my brother who is 61 got a card that he is a care giver for our 99 year old mother and they both got their shots the same appointment in Indiana - look in to getting a care giver statement or card for yourself from a doctor.
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