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08 Oct 2023

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Another dartboard event, another first

Patient Advocacy, SurvivorshipCOVID-19, Flu, Vaccine

On 7th October 2023, another dartboard event, another first. I think I've lost count of my Covid 19 and Flu vaccinations, particularly the latter which has been going on for 20+ years. But this year was the first time I received both vaccinations at the same time. This is known in healthcare circles as 'coadministration' and is widespread practice. Both references below (UK and US) confirm this strategy. Coadministration of Covid-19 and Flu is new on the basis that Covid-19 is relatively new. Clearly a sign of the times but from what I've read and studied, it's safe and effective…

The other Big C can be dangerous too

Living with Neuroendocrine CancerCOVID-19, Neuroendocrine cancer, Vaccine

I managed to avoid a C-19 infection all the way through several lockdowns, and I deployed a rigorous protection regime throughout. Ditto for Chris. I have a chest infection history, so for me, it was a no-brainer to take advantage of the vaccines on offer.July 2022 - boom! It slipped through the net (no pun). I have to say it was not an enjoyable experience and I would not like to repeat it. December 2023 - boom! Back to back COVID and chest infection.read more about that episode here:Ronny Allan - I delayed this post for two main reasons, firstly...…

The Flu shot – it’s not just about you

Patient Advocacy, SurvivorshipCancer survivor, Neuroendocrine cancer, Neuroendocrine carcinoma (NEC), Neuroendocrine tumour (NET), Vaccine

An Opinion Post Edit: October 2024. I continue to believe the flu shot is even more important in the era of COVID-19. The flu is an illness that typically spreads in autumn and winter. A major flu outbreak could potentially overwhelm a person who might contract both at once or overlap. In fact, in Dec 2023 after contracting my second infection of COVID-19, I had a back to back regular chest infection needing antibiotics. OK, I still succumbed to both even after having both shots in that year, but who knows what would have happened without them. Like last year, I…

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