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Vaccine Line Jumpers

sharkb8 — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 01:14:36 GMT

A local, wealthy business owner who is under 65 with no chronic health issues managed to get his first dose of covid-19 vaccine by lying about his health on our state's questionnaire.
There are far too many selfish, entitled people in this world.
Makes me angry that he took the vaccine dose away from someone who needs it more than he does.
There's a special place in the afterlife for him, at least I hope so! SMH

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Nonametoday — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 01:21:08 GMT

Your complaint must be taken up with whomever was doling out the vaccinations without proper identification, similar to voting without identification. People will cheat. It's human nature albeit the worst part of our nature but there are some who will. Please allow the authorities at the place, where the vaccination is given, know this.

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Kachina624 — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 01:22:25 GMT

This whole vaccine distribution program has been a disgusting fiasco. You'd think with all the experience we've had with disasters, we could have done much better.

I wonder if they're now morally obligated to give this pig his second shot? I heard about a young, millionaire couple in Canada did the same thing. They flew by chartered plane to what sounded like a small Indian village and claimed to be employees.

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Nonametoday — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 01:24:18 GMT

It's going pretty good in our area and our mayor and sheriff did get the vaccination for show-and-tell, in the line ahead of anyone else, so that others would not fear it. I think that is a wise decision and not a reason not to take it. The sheriff is 75 and the mayor near it, but it was not based on their age but as encouragement.

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Goodie2shoes — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 01:27:54 GMT

I totally agree. Our news this evening reported some of the state legislators jumped the line and got the vaccine when it was for the state road workers. They claimed they were told to line up. I just got an appointment for Wednesday 2/3 @ 9 am after signing up on several websites several weeks ago. I am over 65 and a type 2 diabetic. I will be so glad when this virus is under control

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happycat — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 01:46:22 GMT

My daughter told me this week about her friends dad. He is around 60, is good health and is retired. In my state they are vaccinating the 70 and up people and the ones in health care.

Well, her friends dad has a friend who is a pharmacist. This pharmacist have his the vaccination this past Monday. Meanwhile, my elderly parents, many elderly people are waiting. My folks just got an appointment today and I am grateful. The their first shots will be in two weeks.

I told a lady who works at walgreens this tale, and she told me to call the arkansas pharmacists association. I tried today, didn't get thru. I will try again on Monday. I don't know if there is anything that can be done, but my faith in a lot of folks is really going down.

I can't help but wonder if there isn't a lot of that going on and thats why those of us who don't have connections aren't having any luck for our elderly loved ones. How can there be millions of doses missing? Did they just evaporate into thin air?

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Bhvbum — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 01:52:34 GMT

@sharkb8 wrote:
A local, wealthy business owner who is under 65 with no chronic health issues managed to get his first dose of covid-19 vaccine by lying about his health on our state's questionnaire.
There are far too many selfish, entitled people in this world.
Makes me angry that he took the vaccine dose away from someone who needs it more than he does.
There's a special place in the afterlife for him, at least I hope so! SMH

Please put this into perspective, how many people have actually gotten the vaccine so far in your state. There have been a couple of people in our state that have been called out but we have also given over 800,000 shots. If that's the only problem we have out of 800,000 people, we're probably doing pretty good and so are you.

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willdob3 — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 01:57:14 GMT

Anyone in that big a rush to get vaccinated hasn’t done much/any research on them and will undoubtedly continue putting the rest of the world at risk by his/her behavior.

The behavior I keep hearing about is shocking. People think it is a miracle drug and it isn’t. Not at all.

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happycat — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 02:20:35 GMT

@sharkb8 wrote:
A local, wealthy business owner who is under 65 with no chronic health issues managed to get his first dose of covid-19 vaccine by lying about his health on our state's questionnaire.
There are far too many selfish, entitled people in this world.
Makes me angry that he took the vaccine dose away from someone who needs it more than he does.
There's a special place in the afterlife for him, at least I hope so! SMH

I really think as the deaths keep going up this cheating will be more widespread.

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Mz iMac — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 02:25:16 GMT

@Goodie2shoes wrote:
I will be so glad when this virus is under control

@Goodie2shoes Not in my lifetime. I had resigned myself early on that this is the new normal. Nothing surprises me anymore.

"Each day above ground is a good day."

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KBEANS — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 02:59:51 GMT

We just don't really know who actually is "healthy" Just because we assume certain individuals are healthy and have no chronic conditions that deem them high risk, doesn't mean we're correct. Our health records are private, HIPAA laws protect them. ( sure hope so) Just because we may look healthy doesn't mean we are. My co worker passed away last month; 36 years old, working from home. So many co workers didn't believe she was ill, and too young to be allowed to work remotely, because she looked healthy. She never once complained or told anyone she was battling cancer. You could not, would not know this looking at her or observing her actions. Her attendance was impeccable. Rest In Peace Francesca! ♥️ I have a condition myself that I've never shared with friends, my boss or coworkers.

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Lali1 — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 04:08:01 GMT

I gladly give up my spot for someone else. I have issues that should make me eligible soon or maybe already in my state. I'm just not convinced I want it. With all the new strains I'm just unsure. I'm only speaking for myself. No lectures needed. It's a personal decision and I am perfectly fine with staying safe at home.

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AnjalenaQVC — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 07:46:00 GMT

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agb80 — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 09:01:03 GMT

I don't like line jumpers either but the more who are vaccinated the better so that those of us still waiting will hopefully have reduced chance of getting sick. Plenty of people who were younger than us and without comorbitiies have already been vaccinated because of the odd way the vaccine has been doled out and so it goes. We will wait our turn. Hoping that more vaccines become available that are one shot that have a higher rate of success than J & J. Sometimes it's better to wait especially too if Moderna and Pifzer are planning on revamping to include more variants. Not too happy to hear that some Moderna recipients got a red itchy rash on their arm and I also read that some people have developed a lump under their armpit on the arm they were injected. The scientists have been telling people it's fine and not to worry. Excuse me but I'm worried. I don't want a lump in my armpit as a result of a vaccine!

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Fiber artist — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 11:34:44 GMT

He/she is no different then our leaders. Those that said they wanted nothing to do with vaccine are now being videotaped getting theirs. I am still waiting for mine. 66 with health issues and working at a job where distancing is not possible. Then on the news saw that we are sending vaccines to prisoners at gizmo next week. Isn’t that wonderful while Americans are waiting in line!

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bonnielu — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 13:04:16 GMT

So many problems everywhere with the distribution. Yes, it was not a "wonderful" thing to do and I am totally against Line Jumpers.... but please powers that are in charge GET IT RIGHT AND MAKE IT EASIER TO BE IN LINE and get what we need quickly and efficientally. I have helped my neighbors get the vaccine simply because I am computer "aware." Horror storiies. 1. People who are legit that cannot get signed up and with health issues 2. People who try to call in with no answer for days 3. People who attempt to use the Internet only to see FULL signs every hour, every day. These are people who are the right age group with the right medical probems.

One couple in particular were recent recovering stroke victims with little or no computer experience. Both given an appointment same day different locations 10 miles apart.

I managed to get my appointment only because by some luck my doctor sold out and or joined a hospital group that automatically reached out to his patients, One more to go but totally diifferent location. Good thing we drive. Niightmare.

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Imaoldhippie — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 13:25:24 GMT

As I said in another related post this shows cowardness and just how despicable human's are.

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Gorgf — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 13:35:03 GMT

How nice of you @bonnielu to help out. I know older people who dont have internet or use it. I am disgusted by the nonchalant attitude I have experienced by my clinics and hospital. If they apparently are not involved at least have the courteousy to direct me to where and how to make an appointment. Tired of the " I dont know attitude!" I found out by word of mouth to call the Public Health office who has a call list and they were nice. At least a start. I found out later information was on the county website and not the state or local public health website.

I certainly understand those who are working in the medical related field in any capacity should be inoculated and nursing home residents, but I almost thought it was an I got mine, find out on for yourself.

Then heard on the news other seniors are even selling their appointment slots!

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tototwo — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:03:39 GMT

It's everywhere. I expected it. Those of us who really want and need the vaccination, can't even get on a list. While all our politicians and the rich and powerful are getting vaccinations. That's perfectly normal.

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LindaSal — Sat, 30 Jan 2021 14:11:05 GMT

The whole system is out of control. My best friend who I love dearly told me in secret that she already had hers. We both recently turned 60. She is very healthy and has no issues. I am on the other hand, a cancer survivor and have a few underlying issues. More importantly my hubby has a heart condition so therefore I cannot get sick so I don't make him sick!! Anyhow her brother lives in a senior apartment building and told her when they were giving the shots, she just went to "visit" that day and got in line with everyone else. I am happy she is protected but sad in a way as others have stated that she did "cut the line".