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My wife and I did not immediately run out to get the shingles vaccine (Shingrix) when it was first promoted. We did our research, decided to get the Shingrix vaccine along with our Covid-19 booster, and were discussing what date we would go to the pharmacy.
We waited too long, at least for me. My shingles developed before I could get even the first of the 2 shot course of the Shingrix vaccine.
Continue reading “My experience with shingles”Many years ago I was born in the small Alabama town of Phenix City. At that time and place, a newborn baby was apparently not given a very thorough exam. The baby’s gender was noted for the first time, and a quick check was made to see if arms, legs, fingers and toes were in tact. Apparently examining the mouth was not part of the process.
Continue reading “On having a Tongue-Tie”My wife and I just got our second Moderna COVID-19 vaccine shot and that got me thinking about the vaccinations I had during my life.
The Polio vaccine was not available when I was born, but by the time I was 5 years old the Jonas Salk vaccine was released. I was too young to remember that vaccination.
Continue reading “My vaccine history”