ProVaxers Face Challenge

There are AntiVaxers who don’t want to get the COVID vaccine, but the bigger issue is for those of us who are ProVaxers but can’t get the vaccine. I am currently tracking 27 locations within a short drive of where I live that offer vaccine. I check early morning and in the late afternoon. Over the last week none of them has offered vaccination dates. I’ve got close several times when a site indicates dates available but after putting in a bunch of information about me and getting to the final page to confirm at date and time, poof, a message appears that no appointments are available. It’s frustrating, but I realize many people are facing the same frustration.

A Breath of Fresh Air

With all the conflict and problems lately in our country, I’m looking forward to positive change. One of the biggest complaints about Joe Biden is that he’s boring. Well, I’m looking forward to boring. We’ve had enough histrionics. We need some calm, clear leadership, and we’ll see what unfolds. In spite of different policy opinions between the right and the left, my hope is that we can unite on what is best for the country and do it in a caring and  constructive way.

Lack of Vaccine Coordination and Information

I live in Los Angeles County and have been trying to get some useful guidance about receiving a vaccination and how to make an appointment. I’ve tried my primary care physician, a nearby hospital and the County. What has become frustrating is the conflicting information from federal, state and county authorities. In Los Angeles County I should be in Phase 1b tier 1. The county says this will start in early February. There is no provision for making an appointment, and we’re almost half way through January. Meanwhile, vaccinations are running way behind the existing supplies. How are thing being handled in your part of the country?

Uncertainties in the New Year

I’m glad that 2020 is behind us. What does 2021 have in store for us? There are still looming uncertainties: the political turmoil, the spike in COVID, the question of when we will be able to be vaccinated. We can all do our part in our communities to stay safe and to help others stay safe as well. We will ride through this uncertainty. I’m realistic about the problems but optimistic that we can find solutions.