(So glad I stumbled across this website again after almost 6 years! I need to change my username because I am not an aspiring nurse anymore, I have been a nurse for almost 3 years! ?)
Anyway, I really do not want to take this new covid vaccine. I know I can’t be the only one who feels this way. Typically I am not an anti-vaxxer but something about this illness is making me think otherwise. For personal reasons I really do not want to take it when available at my hospital, but I’m afraid it will be mandatory. I am almost considering finding a new job if my hospital forces us all to take it. What a shame because I do like my job and wouldn’t know what else to turn to that isn’t nursing, because chances are most healthcare related places of employment will likely require all employees take it.
I want to use the excuse of it being against my religion but I already took the flu vaccine this year. I have nothing against the flu vaccine but didn’t necessarily want it, but my hospital practically FORCED everyone to take it unless they grant you an exemption. I’m afraid they’ll question me why I took the flu shot but cannot take the covid vaccine.
What do you guys think about this? Will you be taking the vaccine? I just want us to be able to make our own decisions about this. If patients can refuse medications, procedures, and treatments, why can’t healthcare workers do the same? I read in multiple articles it will not be required by the federal government but each state and employer can decide whether or not it will be mandatory.
And forget the $1500 “stimulus check” that may be offered if you take it. All the money in the world would not change my mind about taking the vaccine. I feel as though if you have to bribe people to take it, something is peculiar.
I don’t know why this is bothering me so much. It should be a choice in my opinion. But by telling a few friends about not wanting it I feel judged. I have worked with covid patients multiple times since I am one of the younger nurses who does not have any kids/am pregnant. I feel like week after week I was always chosen to go to the covid section. At first I was mad but now it doesn’t bother me. I am not afraid to be near covid patients. Luckily through all this time I haven’t caught it. I always tell people I’d rather catch it than get this vaccine. That’s how strongly I feel against taking the vaccine. All of my non-nursing who have had covid are covered and thriving. To me catching it isn’t the biggest deal but others have called me selfish because I could be spreading it to others. Why is it looked at as selfish for not wanting to inject something into MY body. #mybodymychoice
Am I thinking about this too much? What would you do?
So I joined this thread, partly as an observer, to see if vax refusers could be swayed..... with evidence, professionalism, science-
and now I’m more depressed than ever. The comments from those of you in healthcare are particularly terrifying.
It does not help that I actually really want a vaccine, and cannot get one. Yet. Our hospital’s shipments appear to be small, and delayed, and a computer algorithm is randomly deciding who gets the first ones - but hey, at least I’m in group one.
Oh and guess what I woke up to? One of our state senators died of complications of covid.
So I joined this thread, partly as an observer, to see if vax refusers could be swayed..... with evidence, professionalism, science-
and now I’m more depressed than ever. The comments from those of you in healthcare are particularly terrifying.
It does not help that I actually really want a vaccine, and cannot get one. Yet. Our hospital’s shipments appear to be small, and delayed, and a computer algorithm is randomly deciding who gets the first ones - but hey, at least I’m in group one.
Oh and guess what I woke up to? One of our state senators died of complications of covid.
The fact that a fair number of health professionals do not want the vaccine also has upsides:
a. There should be more doses available sooner for those that do want the vaccine.
b. It creates a better opportunity for lower cost, high quality "cohort studies" to look at infection rates, morbidity and mortality between those who take and those who decline the vaccination (would need to be controlled for confounding variables, but perhaps easier to do than with many cohort studies).
Specializes in Maternal Newborn and Denials Management.
I want to take the vaccine but I am afraid to do so. I have multiple environmental and medication allergies, shellfish allergy and history of autoimmune disease (Graves). My concern throughout this pandemic is that I will catch Covid and my immune system goes overboard.
Cohort studies could clarify to some degree risks associated with comorbid conditions such as yours and might even be better than the published RCT since often those are screened for healthy volunteers.
If you fully read the information, all it states is that from previous research that diabetes had no affect on vaccinations results.
another link goes over how diabetics no matter what type are clinically vulnerable group but not extremely vulnerable group. It goes on to describe the effects the virus had on that population.
Specializes in Critical care, tele, Medical-Surgical.
I used to buy a new Epi Pen when the previous one expired, but stopped when the price increased a LOT. Now I carry an out dated one.
When I was 11 doctor told my mother when I got a headache and vomiting after being stung by a bee, "Next time it could be anaphylaxis. (I stepped on the bee barefoot. Once before I sat on a bee wearing shorts and had the same symptoms). At age 76 I have not been stung again, but have spent thousand$ on pens.
I asked our primary physician if I can get vaccinated. He said he will find out. Being retired it will be a while before I will be able to get it anyway.
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CDC CONFIRMS six people have suffered adverse reactions to COVID vaccine
US health officials closely tracking possible side effects of the first authorized COVID-19 vaccine said on Saturday they have seen at least six cases of severe allergic reactions out of more than a quarter million shots given.
Medical experts said that a chemical called polyethylene glycol (PEG), a compound most commonly used in laxatives, ‘could be the culprit’ causing the reactions. PEG is also an ingredient in the Pfizer vaccine as well as the Moderna Inc vaccine authorized on Friday.
But the Food and Drug Administration has said that most Americans with allergies should be safe to receive the vaccine. It said only people who have previously had severe allergic reactions to vaccines or ingredients in this particular vaccine should avoid getting the shot...
So I joined this thread, partly as an observer, to see if vax refusers could be swayed..... with evidence, professionalism, science-
and now I’m more depressed than ever. The comments from those of you in healthcare are particularly terrifying.
It does not help that I actually really want a vaccine, and cannot get one. Yet. Our hospital’s shipments appear to be small, and delayed, and a computer algorithm is randomly deciding who gets the first ones - but hey, at least I’m in group one.
Oh and guess what I woke up to? One of our state senators died of complications of covid.
Please join the discussion and share the information, evidence and science. I love learning. Being an observer is always wonderful but I would love to hear from you?
So I joined this thread, partly as an observer, to see if vax refusers could be swayed..... with evidence, professionalism, science-
and now I’m more depressed than ever. The comments from those of you in healthcare are particularly terrifying.
It does not help that I actually really want a vaccine, and cannot get one. Yet. Our hospital’s shipments appear to be small, and delayed, and a computer algorithm is randomly deciding who gets the first ones - but hey, at least I’m in group one.
Oh and guess what I woke up to? One of our state senators died of complications of covid.
Please join the discussion and share the information, evidence and science. I love learning. Being an observer is always wonderful but I would love to hear from you?
With all due respect, whether to receive the vaccine or not is a personal decision. It doesn’t matter if it’s for religious, medical or other reasons. If you want it, get it. I am choosing to wait, I have my reasons and I do not have to explain them to your or to anybody. Many of us work for employers where it is not mandated.
Specializes in NICU, PICU, Transport, L&D, Hospice.
1 hour ago, GadgetRN71 said:
With all due respect, whether to receive the vaccine or not is a personal decision. It doesn’t matter if it’s for religious, medical or other reasons. If you want it, get it. I am choosing to wait, I have my reasons and I do not have to explain them to your or to anybody. Many of us work for employers where it is not mandated.
Generally speaking, talking about reasons to avoid vaccination invites responsive comment in discussion forums like AN...talking about fear and misinformation as the basis of the vaccine refusal almost guarantees response.
No you don't have to explain. What's the point in posting if not to discuss?
I cannot find any indication that any employer, anywhere in country, has mandated the emergency use vaccines. That means that all of you work for employers who have not mandated the vaccine. Currently no employer has adequate vaccine to vaccinate all staff, so it's a mute point.
kdkout, BSN, RN
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So I joined this thread, partly as an observer, to see if vax refusers could be swayed..... with evidence, professionalism, science-
and now I’m more depressed than ever. The comments from those of you in healthcare are particularly terrifying.
It does not help that I actually really want a vaccine, and cannot get one. Yet. Our hospital’s shipments appear to be small, and delayed, and a computer algorithm is randomly deciding who gets the first ones - but hey, at least I’m in group one.
Oh and guess what I woke up to? One of our state senators died of complications of covid.