For those that have had a COVID vaccine

Linmo · ‎12-16-2013

If you are not over 65 or have major health issues and have received the vaccine for whatever reason, work category or leftover shots or whatever, do you feel reluctant to share with others that you received it?

DH and I are close to 65 (within 2-3 years) and had the good fortune to get leftover vaccines this week. Our family is aware, but I'm not sure I feel comfortable sharing it with friends who aren't as fortunate.

rms1954 · ‎06-06-2019

Why do you feel like you have to share? Just keep it to yourself. I don't share my medical info with anyone.

Linmo · ‎12-16-2013

@rms1954 Because I talk to my friends and they ask what is new. If I had been diagnosed with cancer, I would certainly tell them.

rms1954 · ‎06-06-2019

@Linmo wrote:
@rms1954 Because I talk to my friends and they ask what is new. If I had been diagnosed with cancer, I would certainly tell them.

Then I guess I don't understand why you would be reluctant to share.

Linmo · ‎12-16-2013

@rms1954 Because I think there is potential guilt for the person who was fortunate enough to get the vaccine and shaming for those who weren't.

Etoile308 · ‎01-04-2014

I guess I also don't understand the need to mention it. Of course I also wouldn't mention a cancer diagnosis until I knew the extent and treatment. That's me. I don't believe it's necessary to tell friends everything. Even really close friends.

When asked if there's anything new I'm sure there are other subjects to discuss. Gardening you're looking forward to, hike in price of dairy products, whether to have ham or lamb for Easter dinner, pet issues, etc...

Some subjects seem controversial to some, why introduce those topic?

Nuttmeg · ‎03-09-2010

@Linmo wrote:
@rms1954 Because I think there is potential guilt for the person who was fortunate enough to get the vaccine and shaming for those who weren't.

@Linmo

The feeling of guilt is very common. Some questions we will not be able to answer. I can not say why I am still here one year later. I just say a prayer for everyone. The people who have lost lives and the friends and family members left behind.

I pray for people who will not wear a mask.

I received my first dose of the vaccine on Wednesday. I will get my second dose in April.

FancyPhillyshopper · ‎05-02-2017

Hello, I understand your hesitation. There seems to be some concern about "vaccine envy" as some folks were able to receive their shots earlier than others, and there were many stories about people who were trying to "cut in line" inappropriately.

However, now that the vaccines are more readily available and many states are opening up the lists, you should feel perfectly comfortable sharing the news.

Many people are interested in how one's body reacted to the vaccine experience, and therefore may want to ask questions about the process. There have been several threads about this on the Q forums.

I have NOT had my vaccine yet, and may have to wait another month or two, but my nieces are in the medical profession and received theirs when the vaccines were first available, DH is in the education field and received both his shots this month, DM just received her first shot as she needed assistance registering and traveling.

So I am patient, but happy for family members and friends that are now protected, and looking forward to the U.S. moving toward herd immunity.

candys mine · ‎08-20-2012

Some friends they are if they don't appreciate your good fortune. You say you got the end of day Leftovers, nothing illegal in that. Why wouldn't you share that information so maybe others could try that approach too? Are you sure you're not expecting " Shaming FROM your friends? You can either tell them or continue to stress.