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In reply to the discussion: Made a social call to a friend who happens to be a doctor & she opened with "There's a HUGE Covid outbreak"... [View all]Takket
(23,233 posts)35. Can confirm
GO GET VACCINATED.
I came down with Covid one week before I was to get my shot. Its still kicking my ass
Started about ten days ago. I had fever chills horrible sore throat. Took paxlovid. Got better. Went back to work. Monday after about four days of feeling fine it RAGED back at me with a massive stuffed nose. Been blowing constantly the last twenty four hours and missed work today and no want Im going in tomorrow.
And weve been SUPER CAREFUL. this is the first time believe it or not Ive tested positive for Covid. Combining Kennedy undermining trust in public health with the kids having just gone back to school and Covid is RAGING right now. It sucks. If you dont have anything pressing to do, stay home as much as you can.
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Made a social call to a friend who happens to be a doctor & she opened with "There's a HUGE Covid outbreak"... [View all]
Hekate
Sep 9
OP
It was a comment & personal observation, not an attempt to "disprove" your experience
Hekate
Sep 10
#41
I'm getting my flu shots on Friday, too. Covid booster not available just now..I'll get it as soon as it is
Deuxcents
Sep 9
#27
There are several states that are spiking.... It's here, it ain't just going away.... Wear your damn mask.
ashredux
Sep 9
#11
My husband and I both just had the damn virus in mid-August. A thoughtless friend of his...
3catwoman3
Sep 9
#15
CA also. Got my updated Moderna and updated flu vaxs yesterday. No extra charges. lots of open time slots at CVS nt
wiggs
Sep 9
#19
I got mine at a CVS pharmacy--free since I've over 65. Also free if you have pre-existing conditions.
Liberty Belle
Sep 9
#31
You should be able to get them at any pharmacy here in CA. CVS, Walgreens, etc.
beaglelover
Sep 9
#32