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By the way I had the flu jab about a month ago it doesn't seem to have stopped me getting this flu like symptoms. Apparently there are new Covid variants floating around. Been about 7 months since my third Covid shot. I'll be getting the 4th booster once I've recovered.

Something for old farts like me to consider.  2or 3 years ago, my Dr recommended that I get a pneumonia shot.  My last visit to him a month or 2 ago again recommended I have another in June…having it tomorrow.  I believe that you only need 2.  Certainly worth considering, especially in today’s climate.

Senior Seagull wrote:

All the best DD, as others said it hits different people very differently. My daughter at 41 has Rhumatoid arthritis and other associated ailments so she qualified immediately for that anti-viral shot, she was crook for a couple of days but nothing too severe.
She's a pharmacists so right on the front line. I've had all 4 jabs plus the flu jab so hopefully if I get it it wont be too sever. Working from home helps to keep away from too many contacts.

Your daughter has Rheumatoid arthritis?  I feel for her, I know what she’s going through.  Mine’s under control pain wise, but gee, my skin is like tissue paper nowadays thanks to the drugs.

Thanks for the feedback DD.
My health seems similar to yours and can now see why my doctor keeps banging on about my weight.
Cheers

Appreciate you sharing the info too DD, all the best 

This must be the only forum where we share our health situation with people who have never met.  I think that’s amazing!!

58shark wrote:

Senior Seagull wrote:

All the best DD, as others said it hits different people very differently. My daughter at 41 has Rhumatoid arthritis and other associated ailments so she qualified immediately for that anti-viral shot, she was crook for a couple of days but nothing too severe.
She's a pharmacists so right on the front line. I've had all 4 jabs plus the flu jab so hopefully if I get it it wont be too sever. Working from home helps to keep away from too many contacts.

Your daughter has Rheumatoid arthritis?  I feel for her, I know what she’s going through.  Mine’s under control pain wise, but gee, my skin is like tissue paper nowadays thanks to the drugs.

After lots of trials with medications, they seem to have landed on a regime thats making life much better for her, she is in much better spirits these days., thanks for your comments 58.
 

Does this mean we've become a Men's Shed on the internet?

Frothy wrote:

Appreciate you sharing the info too DD, all the best 

No problem Frothy that was the main reason I wanted to share my experience not seeking anyones sympathy but I appreciate the kind words. Hope it helps others who might not have got it yet by sharing my experience so they make sure they get the same level of support I have received. The Oximeter arrived this morning, a nice little free gift from the government. 

Devonleigh wrote:

Thanks for the feedback DD.
My health seems similar to yours and can now see why my doctor keeps banging on about my weight.
Cheers

Happy to share and glad it helps others DL