Coronavirus **personal experiences** thread

[jon_slider]

@pennzy

hopefully there is long range protection

I hope so too :+1:

the info is encouraging

I have also read that people who had covid can get it again, and that they have a strong antibody response to being vaccinated

bottom line seems to be that the vaccine is important, including for people who had covid

other reading indicates a need for a booster shot after 6-12 months

however, due to the shortage of vaccines worldwide, there is a belief that before USA people get boosters, vaccines should be prioritized for people who have not been vaccinated, both in USA and worldwide… Because travel will continue to spread corona from unvaccinated people.

in any case, I do hope we continue to see increasing numbers of people being vaccinated in USA, and worldwide.

Presently 44% of the USA population has been vaccinated.

Where I live, people are now going grocery shopping without masks. this is in response to CDC guidance that vaccinated individuals dont need to wear masks… I still wear my mask at the grocery store…

otoh, I met yesterday with a group of Six people, without masks. We are all vaccinated, and we sat outside and shared food and conversation.

It does feel like corona is starting to be less of a concern. I hope we dont see a spike in infections.

Cumulative Cases - Johns Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center

as you can see, compared to the number of new cases, 9% die…
this is not good news

disclaimer, I suspect this discussion is out of bounds… goes beyond personal experience… sooo… I suggest people continue to understand that corona is not over, and vaccination is essential… that is My Personal Opinion

[pennzy]

Things are looking good here. No masks and the daily map showing north east Pa new infections is in the single digits per county most days. Personally I have put the whole thing out of mind for the most part. Feels good to get back to normal.

[jon_slider]

@pennzy

Personally I have put the whole thing out of mind for the most part. Feels good to get back to normal.

it does feel like we have turned the corner

Im not sure that is actually true, as Im likely biased by wishful thinking

I still avoid shaking peoples hands… I usually put my hands together in prayer position to acknowledge a greeting, or do a fist bump

[Unheard]

The deaths are related to infections that happened probably weeks ago when the number of new cases was higher. 9% would be a terrible ratio.

Ist the age distribution in this time frame known?

[ggf31416]

You need to compare deaths to new cases two to six weeks ago. Comparing today’s deaths against today’s cases makes no sense, people don’t die the same day they test positive, unless you only test people in the morgue. Comparing accumulated deaths to accumulated cases also gives incorrect results in countries having recent large increases or decreases in cases.

Anyway “only” 637 deaths is a big improvement over the US peak, but you need to watch out for the delta (aka Indian) variant. The gamma (aka Manaus) and lambda variants are still causing a lot of trouble in Latin America, the delta variant apparently spreads even faster.

A relative in their 30’s caught Covid recently, but fortunately the symptoms were mild. Age is a large factor but I believe the first vaccine dose (Sinovac) helped even if it didn’t fully prevent the infection. The ones you have in the US by most accounts are more effective.

[Lightbringer]

@Unheard

Anyone else with a sore throat after vaccinating with Comirnaty or anything similar?

Thought it could be coincidence, but after my 2. shot last week I again have it. Now the chance that it’s independent is really low I presume. OTOH, the sore throat is not documented as far as my google searches went. Weird.

Dunno about sore throats, but my gf started coming down with new things like dizzy spells and headaches after getting her shots. Has me more than a little concerned.

Don’t recall which “brand” (pfizer, moderna, whatever) shots she got.

Dunno whut’s a “Comirnaty”, though.

[Unheard]

@Lightbringer

Dunno whut’s a “Comirnaty”, though.

Biontech/Pfizer. Guess I’m lucky to only have this small problem.

And no sore arm, except for a day. The doc told me to absolutely relax it, otherwise it would hurt. She were mostly right, pain lasted much longer the last time. Couple of days.

[pennzy]

@Lightbringer

@Unheard

Anyone else with a sore throat after vaccinating with Comirnaty or anything similar?

Thought it could be coincidence, but after my 2. shot last week I again have it. Now the chance that it’s independent is really low I presume. OTOH, the sore throat is not documented as far as my google searches went. Weird.

Dunno about sore throats, but my gf started coming down with new things like dizzy spells and headaches after getting her shots. Has me more than a little concerned.

Don’t recall which “brand” (pfizer, moderna, whatever) shots she got.

Dunno whut’s a “Comirnaty”, though.

My wife too. Went away though.

[raccoon]

A bit of non-controverisal news...

The Delta variant of Covid-19 (which originated in India) is more contagious and deadly.

In the U.S., about 10% of all cases are of the Delta variant, and that number is growing quickly.

It is expected to be the dominant variant worldwide.

One dose of the Pfizer vaccine is 33% effective against the variant, while two doses of the vaccine are 88% effective.

Clearly, it's important to be fully vaccinated.

Just getting one dose doesn't cut it with this variant.

[Unheard]

@raccoon city

Just getting one dose doesn’t cut it with this variant.

But that’s the case for all variants. The second dose is unfortunately mandatory.

[djozz]

@Unheard

@raccoon city

Just getting one dose doesn’t cut it with this variant.

But that’s the case for all variants. The second dose is unfortunately mandatory.

For the original strain, one dose of Pfizer or Astrazenica after 6 or so weeks already gives close to 90% protection, so the delta variant is a rather different case.

[Unheard]

@djozz

@Unheard

@raccoon city

Just getting one dose doesn’t cut it with this variant.

But that’s the case for all variants. The second dose is unfortunately mandatory.

For the original strain, one dose of Pfizer or Astrazenica after 6 or so weeks already gives close to 90% protection, so the delta variant is a rather different case.

Oops, didn’t know this. I had something like 50% in mind. Thanks!

[raccoon]

Interesting statistic:

99% of the people that died from Covid-19 in May of 2021 in the U.S. were unvaccinated.

In other words, 99% of those deaths were avoidable.

[NorthernHarrier]

@raccoon city

Interesting statistic:

99% of the people that died from Covid-19 in May of 2021 in the U.S. were unvaccinated.

In other words, 99% of those deaths were avoidable.

Yes, but even before vaccinations were available, most of the deaths were avoidable.

[hank]

From today’s Washington Post

https://s2.washingtonpost.com/1f6d869/60d638c29d2fda8060e79fb1/5ced5692ade4e21968ecfd82/4/56/60d638c29d2fda8060e79fb1 online virus email:

in Australia: Sydney began partial lockdown Friday because a cluster of the delta variant broke out there. Contact tracers have identified at least 65 cases following transmission that started with an airport limo driver. The lockdown has been likened to a circuit breaker, with New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian saying the week-long pause will “prevent further spread and prevent further dislocation.”

[ShyOne]

@hank

From today’s Washington Post

https://s2.washingtonpost.com/1f6d869/60d638c29d2fda8060e79fb1/5ced5692ade4e21968ecfd82/4/56/60d638c29d2fda8060e79fb1 online virus email:

in Australia: Sydney began partial lockdown Friday because a cluster of the delta variant broke out there. Contact tracers have identified at least 65 cases following transmission that started with an airport limo driver. The lockdown has been likened to a circuit breaker, with New South Wales Premier Gladys Berejiklian saying the week-long pause will “prevent further spread and prevent further dislocation.”

More lockdowns??? :person_facepalming:
Screw that… noooo thank you!!! :smiling_imp: :disguised_face:

[raccoon]

Most of Earth is not vaccinated, especially in poorer countries.

There will be many more lockdowns around the world to prevent serious illness and death.

The Delta variant is by far the worst so far, and I expect even worse variants in the future.

[jon_slider]

personal experience and mindset for me in USA, today…

less than 50% of the people at the grocery store are wearing masks. Even staff is without masks.

most people I meet are vaccinated, but not all. There is no way to know if a person with no mask, is vaccinated, or they think masks dont matter

I am very concerned that so many people choose to believe a man that lied to us about masks, corona, the election, and most other things including deals with Russia.

Im very worried about the number of people who are willing to do violence, to support their right to believe those lies. I feel it is a very dangerous time in USA, politically.

Police here are on edge. They have shot and killed 2 people within a mile of my house this week. Tensions are high, and more civilians are carrying guns for defense, in response to more gun crime. A volatile combination.

I do hope our control of the epidemic continues to reduce the risk. Im still wearing my mask at the grocery store. I fear a resurgence of infections as a result of reopening, scheduled for July 1st here.

Just in time to allow people to party maskless on the 4th.

I hope we survive the epidemic, and the political divisions, here in USA.

[Lightbringer]

Hmm, I went food-shopping t’other day, and I didn’t even notice how many people were masked vs unmasked. Saw both.

Ain’t about to try keeping track which places require them and which don’t, so I just keep my bandana with me just in case.

Ain’t about to argue superstitions from both sides, so that’s the path of least resistance.

[raccoon]

I went grocery shopping today.

I didn't really keep track of what percentage of people were wearing masks, but it was under 50%.

I wore a mask because I don't want the Covid, and I have a sinus infection, which is also contagious.

I think someday I'll feel comfortable enough to go shopping without a mask, but if I'm sick, I think I'll wear a mask as a courtesy to others.

And, yes, I realize that wearing a mask is not comfortable which is why so many people don't want to do it.