barlochan

Decided to have the H1N1 Flu Shot

Posted on 11/05/09, 08:20 pm

I've been on the phone to my Rheumatologist's office asking about the H1N1 flu shot. Since it's not a live vaccine they are suggesting that I consider taking it. Will not commit to actually telling me to have it. But suggest it.

Spoke to the nurse at my Family Doctors office. She also suggests getting it and since I have Lupus I am classified as high risk. SO..... Monday at 1:30pm I will have the shot.

I was also told that after I have it. It will take approx 14 days to take effect. Hopefullly it will be in my system before the 3rd strain of the virus comes.

Another infant died today, 2 months old. Such a shame. Never had the chance. Within 24hrs was gone. Mother thought the child was sleeping till she turned him over and noticed the blue lips.

I pray everything works out alright.

Hugs Nancy

• Reply #1 11/06/09  1:08am
  
  JacksGrandma
  I have already decided not to get the H1N1, but I am getting the regular flu shot. I hope it works for you. God Bless! Jean
• Reply #2 11/06/09  1:10pm
  
  dallas2
  Glad you are getting the shot Nancy. It just isn't worth the risk not getting it. I have had both now and glad I did. I do not understand why so many people are fearful to get it. hugs marilyn
• Reply #3 11/06/09  4:14pm
  
  fibonae
  I'M NOT GETTING IT EITHER! I WANT ALL THOSE LITTLE CHILDREN, OUT THERE IN THE WORLD TO GET IT FIRST! IT IS SO SAD TO HERE ALL ABOUT THOSE LITTLE ONES DYING FROM IT! REAL SCARY,AND ITS A SCARY WORLD OUT THERE!
• Reply #4 11/06/09  9:08pm
  
  Pollybizz
  Hi All,
  
  My daughter is in the health field and works in a nursing home as a therapist. Altho she has asthma and has been told she 'should' get it, both she and a couple of co workers decided NOT to after checking out all the ingredients in it. So I guess this will be one of those 'personal' decisions. I'm not in a high risk category, they can save it for a little one.
• Reply #5 11/07/09  6:49pm
  
  marymargaret
  It is the ingredients that keep me from getting any shots...I passed on the vitamin B because it contained aluminum, known to cause altzheimers....I pass on anything synthetic...I've even decided not to get a tetanus booster (my 10 years were up in december).
  My method of staying healthy is staying home..my energy is extremely low and it just makes sense at this time for me.
  Here's to good health for all....
• Reply #6 11/08/09  2:53pm
  
  beege
  I wish, I could get one. There is none in Mass. Called my PCP a week ago with no respondse. They" the nurse" said she put it on PCP desk.She my doctor never gets back with an answer, unless i call daily.Every time anyone is around me with a cold or flu Iget it. I already had Broncitis, sinus, and bilt. ear infection a month ago Beege
• Reply #7 11/08/09  4:07pm
  
  fibonae
  I'M THE SAME WAY! THAT'S WHY MY FAMILY IS BEING REAL CAREFUL!
• Reply #8 11/08/09  10:28pm
  
  DDntn
  I asked a pharmacist about the shot, they know more then drs when it comes to drugs. Anyway, he said he didnt think ti would be dangerous, he said HE DIDNT THINK IT WOULD WORK. That was his concern. shot not working.
• Reply #9 11/08/09  11:17pm
  
  fibonae
  thanks for the info, i haven't seen u around latley how have you been?
• Reply #10 11/09/09  10:11pm
  
  barlochan
  Hi everyone. I had the H1N1 flu shot today. So far all I have is a sore arm. I guess time will tell.
  
  Just wanted to touch base.
  
  Hugs and love Nancy

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