My father who is in his 80's is vaccinated with the most recent covid vaccine. He has been to and has been invited to some holiday parties and events with many people. Some places are very small, like a living room in a small house. Some people I imagine are not vaccinated. Are there any current recommendations for this?
It’s my first time having it. It’s a very nasty virus and I 100% do not want it again. Its scary.
It’s totally optional though, some people don’t want the flu vaccine because they say they have a reaction to it or they say that they get the flu from it.
Covid vaccines are always going to be a controversial topic, just like children’s vaccines are. There are people who believe that they cause autism. I can’t wrap my head around not vaccinating children but some people are opposed to vaccinating children.
Covid is even more confusing for people because it became a religious and political issue which utterly is ridiculous. It’s a virus. Religion and politics shouldn’t even be considered when discussing covid.
People long ago were so appreciative of vaccines. They suffered with polio and were thrilled when the vaccine came out.
Nowadays, many people question whether or not they should get vaccinated. It’s a personal decision. No one is forcing anyone to take it. People will have to judge for themselves if they want it or not.
A doctor will tell individuals who aren’t candidates for the vaccine if they should delay it or not get it at all. Others shouldn’t pressure them to get it because they have legitimate reasons for not getting vaccinated.
There has ALWAYS been a risk that you will catch a cold or flu when around people in a small room.
And any flu can be fatal. Flu has always caused many deaths each year.
The smart thing to do if he has a weakened immune system is he should wear a mask in a situation where he will be in contact with a lot of people.
I understand many people will not want to do that.
Handwashing or the use of a hand sanitizer would be the next best thing. Most now come in small containers that he can easily use some.
If he has been invited to parties I am going to assume that he knows many of the people and they will fully understand his caution if he does wear a mask.
I see a lot of people wearing masks in the stores and I do not think anyone even thinks about it.
I don't think the covid tests are that accurate and the vaccines not that effective. I think the medical community won't know for a while why some people get covid multiple times even after boosting, and others not at all, like my Mom. People just need to either accept the risks of public exposure or just stay cloistered.
Vaccines are not ever going to be a ‘one size fits all’ kind of thing. Viruses are always evolving.
The vaccine is designed to be a precautionary measure. Ir won’t prevent the virus from occurring.
People can choose to get vaccinated or not get vaccinated.
Honestly, it doesn’t matter how many myths are debunked, people are going to believe whatever they choose to believe.