I regularly get flu shots as most illnesses I get turn into sinus infections and related coughing fits, so whatever I can do to keep that from happening, I do. I just got a reminder to get vaccinated against Whooping Cough and Tetanus. I have had the PPT (pertussis/aka whooping cough, polio and tetanus) but I guess they need boosters every decade or so. Some of these diseases are pretty awful, so a small jab and sore arm are a whole lot better than the alternative.
Most of these vaccines are well vetted before distribution. I can understand why people would be worried about taking the corona vaccines. But mostly, I'd expect the worst that would happen is that they'd be ineffective. Most of them are two doses and cause mild symptoms that may not be much fun, but given I have one dead friend from this virus and others who were sickened with it, I'd be pretty much jumping at the chance to avoid it. I feel fortunate to have escaped from it for this long and hope my luck holds out until an effective vaccine is available. The sooner most people are able to prevent themselves from getting infected or infecting others, the better. This has been a dreadful year for so many reasons. We all want it to end.
