Ezzie Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 A group of us 60+ residents of the Municipality of Poncitlan (east of Chapala) received our first jabs this afternoon in Mezcala, Next shot is to be given to us in 20-40 days. The vaccine used was the Sinovac (Chinese) vaccine which Mexico is administering for all of the rural areas where the Pfizer vaccine is impractical. There were about 200 people that were vaccinated and it was a remarkably well run and efficient process. Thanks to the Jalisco health unit. Oh... so far no side effects. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ibarra Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 How were you notified regarding time and location of your vaccination? Were you given any documentation that you received the first vaccination? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dichosalocura Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 No thank you. I'd rather take my chances with Covid than take the sinovac. 3 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gogirl Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 2 hours ago, Ezzie said: A group of us 60+ residents of the Municipality of Poncitlan (east of Chapala) received our first jabs this afternoon in Mezcala, Next shot is to be given to us in 20-40 days. The vaccine used was the Sinovac (Chinese) vaccine which Mexico is administering for all of the rural areas where the Pfizer vaccine is impractical. There were about 200 people that were vaccinated and it was a remarkably well run and efficient process. Thanks to the Jalisco health unit. Oh... so far no side effects. Thanks for the information for those that are interested in the Sinovac vaccine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cedros Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 Thanks for the information. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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AlanMexicali Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 Of course us 60 and over will get the 20 million Sinovac jabs they ordered. The most incompetent federal government in over 2 decades arranged it for us. 50 percent effective which is obviously more effective than they are, at least. 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Go Solar Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 FYI, Good to share and to be aware of, and perhaps avoid un-needed concerns and tests.... Don't panic if you see a lump on your armpit after COVID-19 vaccination, doctors say | CTV News Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sm1mex Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 50% efficacy not so good. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ezzie Posted March 9, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 10 hours ago, ibarra said: How were you notified regarding time and location of your vaccination? Were you given any documentation that you received the first vaccination? The initial contact was from the Dellegado of our small village. Via way of one of the gardeners who takes care of the grounds maintenance, most of the 60+ residents (regardless of Nationality) were contacted and asked to come to the Plaza for registration. Then once the vaccines were ready, we were given a time slot for our community to come and receive our shots. A large covered area at the Mezcala community centre is set up. As you enter you are given a number. Wait timeyesterday was about 20-30 minutes. When called you went to a long table for checking of BP, temp, oxigenation and a quick blood test if diabetic. Then wait to be called for the prick and you have to sit in another large room for 30 minutes. If no problems, you are sent to another table to get the vaccination certificate and told that you will be called in 20-40 days for the booster shot. Fast, well organized and friendly (and free). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostlylost Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 22 minutes ago, sm1mex said: 50% efficacy not so good. According to the CDC this year's flu vaccine was the best in years at 45% And the CDC recommended everyone take it to help prevent influenza. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lexy Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 What do you do if you don't want the sinovac vaccine? If you are notified to come and do not, are you still on the list for another vaccine? Mexico is on record for being one of the least efficient in the world in handing the pandemic. So I worry right now in getting one og the better vaccines. Lexy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RickS Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 2 minutes ago, Lexy said: What do you do if you don't want the sinovac vaccine? Lexy Then you probably should think/scheme of a way to get one in the US. There is some Pfizer maybe in some places but no guarantee that one here would be that lucky. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ezzie Posted March 9, 2021 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 I believe Mexico is only administering the Pfizer vaccine in major urban centers where they have the refrigeration capability to administer it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainecoons Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 25 minutes ago, Mostlylost said: According to the CDC this year's flu vaccine was the best in years at 45% And the CDC recommended everyone take it to help prevent influenza. That may be true but there was no alternative that had twice the efficacy. For covid there is. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Go Solar Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 2 hours ago, RickS said: Then you probably should think/scheme of a way to get one in the US. There is some Pfizer maybe in some places but no guarantee that one here would be that lucky. Friends and clients in Vallarta have received the Pfizer in the last couple of weeks. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
virgo lady Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 2 hours ago, sm1mex said: 50% efficacy not so good. It is very important to remember exactly what "efficacy" is defined as.....and what data it was based on. Efficacy can be defined as preventing ANY amount of illness, or some amount of illness, or serious illness needing hospitalization, or preventing death. And the #'s vary a lot depending on which is being used as the criteria..... The Astra Zeneca original trials, for example, resulted in info saying 62% effective and should not be used with over 65 years of age. THEN they found out (from UK real world substantial use) that not only is it OK for over 65's, but that it was / is 90 to 100% effective in preventing serious illness needing hospital care, and 100% effective at preventing death. Don't know if the same applies to the Sinovac but it should be checked to confirm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcscats Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 5 hours ago, Bisbee Gal said: So is this for one dose or two. Very confusing see ** at bottom. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcscats Posted March 9, 2021 Report Share Posted March 9, 2021 I am not against the sinovac vaccine however the chinese are not releasing data so how am I suppose to make an intelligent decision? Sputnik had the same problem until they released the info which they have. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glws7777 Posted March 10, 2021 Report Share Posted March 10, 2021 It would be nice if people would not keep saying "If you don't like the type of vaccine go to the Us and have it there. Not everyone is a US citizen. It would be just better to do what everyone is doing in Mexico and take the vaccine that is available and not only Mexicans are taking but many other countries have taken successfully. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mainecoons Posted March 10, 2021 Report Share Posted March 10, 2021 It doesn't sound to me like the Brazilians think the Chinese vaccine is successful. This board is mostly populated by Americans and Canadians many if not most of whom have the option to go north for the vaccine. We are paying $3500 per year for Medicare, we're going to get our shots up there. 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mostlylost Posted March 10, 2021 Report Share Posted March 10, 2021 13 minutes ago, Mainecoons said: It doesn't sound to me like the Brazilians think the Chinese vaccine is successful. This board is mostly populated by Americans and Canadians many if not most of whom have the option to go north for the vaccine. We are paying $3500 per year for Medicare, we're going to get our shots up there. !. You do not need Medicare. All Covid vaccinations are free in the USA. 2. Depending on the state and dispensing location, you do not need to be a resident or even a US citizen. I had nephews and a sister & brother in law that were vaccinated in San Antonio, Texas last week. All are Mexican citizens with only a tourist visa. The presented their passports as ID. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyPanda Posted March 10, 2021 Report Share Posted March 10, 2021 I would suspect that, being a federal tax, Medicare payments have already and will continue to support the distribution of vaccines. And by paying into it all these years, I would want to take advantage of same. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MtnMama Posted March 10, 2021 Report Share Posted March 10, 2021 One review I saw for the Chinese vaccine said, "it was better than nothing..." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHILLIN Posted March 10, 2021 Report Share Posted March 10, 2021 The place to enquire is San Antonio Hospital. I do not have a name. When open vaccines become available, I'm guessing October, they are leasing or purchasing the refrigerator units. So I am told. Then pays your money, get your jabs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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