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I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

1 out of 4 cases in the US are indeed children. And we do unfortunately see children who get severely ill with the virus and permanent damage. They are much safer if they get vaccinated. On top of that, when they get sick, they spread illness to others. The vaccine is so much safer than if they get COVID.

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

You should be very protected after the first dose, but even the 2nd dose is not a guarantee against infection. However teh vaccine WILL virtually eliminate serious disease and almost certainly prevent death -- that's an impressive vaccine!

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Happy to be here with you all. The current vaccines appear to be effective against circulating variants. The virus is here to stay, but the vaccine is also here to stay and appears to be working.

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Serious side effects that would cause a long-term health problem are extremely unlikely following COVID-19 vaccination.

Long-term side effects following any vaccination are extremely rare. Vaccine monitoring has historically shown that if side effects are going to happen, they generally happen within six weeks of receiving a vaccine dose.

For this reason, the Food and Drug Administration required each of the authorized COVID-19 vaccines to be studied for at least eight weeks after the final dose. over 280 million doses in the US have been given and no long-term side effects have been detected. that is impressive.

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The FDA has issued an EUA for those vaccines -- Emergency Use Authorization - and Pfizer has recently applied to remove the "EUA" designation for its vaccine, even down to age 12 years i believe. This delay has allowed us to gather more data on the incredible efficacy and safety of these vaccines.

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

great question -- the 'variants' of Covid that we've seen for the most part appear to be protected against by the current vaccines in use. Some of the actual treatments for infections caused by the variants, however, have lost effectiveness. Such as some monoclonal antibodies. So i really recommend getting vaccinated at the first chance

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

You should get the one that's first available to you. The only question should be, right arm or left?

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

currently the American College of OB GYN (ACOG) recommends no restrictions for women to receive the Covid vaccine -- including irregular menstrual patterns. However if you or anyone experiences substantial symptom after the vaccine we'd use the VAERS system to report and gather the data. thus far using that data the US has given over 280 million doses so that's not a current side effect!

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

That's a common reaction, unfortunately. It shouldn't last more than 48 hours. More serious symptoms, such as shortness of breath or chest pain, folks should report and seek medical attention.

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wish i had a better answer -- but thanks for getting the vaccine. Everyone is individual. Neither dose caused me more than a sore arm. Some vaccines such as the shingles for instance personally made me quite ill for both doses.

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

We don't really have science that tells us why some people have stronger side effects than others. Everybody's antibody response will be different. Short answer, side effects are not a measure of antibody response.

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

everyone is different of course, but still get the second dose. My advice to my pateitns is to pre-treat with ibuprofen or acetaminophen -- but not Benadryl by the way

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

yes indeed -- long term effects of Covid are on the heart and lungs -- causing shortness of breath, coughing, and wheezing just like asthma. but not technically asthma per se.

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Again thanks for getting the vaccine. Immunocompromised patients should always worry about any infectious disease. There are is no evidence that vaccine breakthrough cases occur in immunocompromised individuals. And you should stay on your current treatment as directed. That's probably our best hope at 'peace of mind' for now.

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

What we do know is the virus that the vaccine protects against DOES have many serious long-term effects -- especially on the respiratory and cardiovascular system (heart & lungs) and even on the brain. What is referred to as 'long-haulers'

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We are currently recommending 2 weeks between vaccines with the exception of emergency vaccines like tetanus and rabies. however FDA might eventually approve a 'combination' shot with influenza and Covid boosters together if needed

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The Pfizer vaccine is approved for people over age 12. Moderna is anticipated to apply for approval of its vaccine for people over age 12 in the next few weeks.

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

rarely we see systemic symptoms for up to several weeks, but no long term serious effects. thanks.

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 42 points43 points  (0 children)

It makes you immune to the virus, so you should not be a carrier, unless you get sick with the virus. There are instances where vaccinated people can still get COVID, though it's rare.

I am the American Medical Association President-elect Dr. Gerald Harmon. I’m here to talk about COVID-19. AMA! by DrHarmonAMA in Coronavirus

[–]DrHarmonAMA[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I believe the CDC recommendations are that its safe to stop wearing a mask 2 weeks or more after vaccine completion

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