[JustAnotherFan]

Good news, it seems that confidence is growing in vaccines:

"In the United States, where vaccinations began two weeks ago, new surveys show that the portion of people saying they are likely or certain to take the vaccine has grown to more than 60 percent from about 50 percent this summer, and in one poll, to 73 percent — a figure that approaches what some public health experts say would create herd immunity."


According to the Path to Herd Immunity site they are using the 60% immunity (vaccinations plus prior infections) trigger, and saying we will get there by June to August. They say that we will hit 70% immunized by the end of the year.  

But if Fauci's claim that the the real herd immunity point could be in the 80-85% range then perhaps we don't hit herd immunity by the end of the year. 


Not sure if I should be optimistic or pessimistic at this point.

[JustAnotherFan]

Good news, it seems that confidence is growing in vaccines:

"In the United States, where vaccinations began two weeks ago, new surveys show that the portion of people saying they are likely or certain to take the vaccine has grown to more than 60 percent from about 50 percent this summer, and in one poll, to 73 percent — a figure that approaches what some public health experts say would create herd immunity."


According to the Path to Herd Immunity site they are using the 60% immunity (vaccinations plus prior infections) trigger, and saying we will get there by June to August. They say that we will hit 70% immunized by the end of the year.  

But if Fauci's claim that the the real herd immunity point could be in the 80-85% range then perhaps we don't hit herd immunity by the end of the year. 


Not sure if I should be optimistic or pessimistic at this point.

[murky]

I think this is great news.  I'm glad Trump is taking credit for the vaccines, that likely means that millions of anti-maskers will get vaccinated.

Hopefully that momentum will carry forward with those who like Trump, while the new administration helps instill confidence in communities that have a poor history with public health, as well as those who don't have a high regard for science.

[murky]

I think this is great news.  I'm glad Trump is taking credit for the vaccines, that likely means that millions of anti-maskers will get vaccinated.

Hopefully that momentum will carry forward with those who like Trump, while the new administration helps instill confidence in communities that have a poor history with public health, as well as those who don't have a high regard for science.

[Genuine Realist]

Good news, it seems that confidence is growing in vaccines:

"In the United States, where vaccinations began two weeks ago, new surveys show that the portion of people saying they are likely or certain to take the vaccine has grown to more than 60 percent from about 50 percent this summer, and in one poll, to 73 percent — a figure that approaches what some public health experts say would create herd immunity."


According to the Path to Herd Immunity site they are using the 60% immunity (vaccinations plus prior infections) trigger, and saying we will get there by June to August. They say that we will hit 70% immunized by the end of the year.  

But if Fauci's claim that the the real herd immunity point could be in the 80-85% range then perhaps we don't hit herd immunity by the end of the year. 


Not sure if I should be optimistic or pessimistic at this point.

I do believe, in the typical manner of US processes, we will go from allocation to superabundance within a matter of weeks.

[Genuine Realist]

Good news, it seems that confidence is growing in vaccines:

"In the United States, where vaccinations began two weeks ago, new surveys show that the portion of people saying they are likely or certain to take the vaccine has grown to more than 60 percent from about 50 percent this summer, and in one poll, to 73 percent — a figure that approaches what some public health experts say would create herd immunity."


According to the Path to Herd Immunity site they are using the 60% immunity (vaccinations plus prior infections) trigger, and saying we will get there by June to August. They say that we will hit 70% immunized by the end of the year.  

But if Fauci's claim that the the real herd immunity point could be in the 80-85% range then perhaps we don't hit herd immunity by the end of the year. 


Not sure if I should be optimistic or pessimistic at this point.

I do believe, in the typical manner of US processes, we will go from allocation to superabundance within a matter of weeks.

[Hurlburt88]

any good sites to track # of vaccines given?  Nationally or by state?

[Hurlburt88]

any good sites to track # of vaccines given?  Nationally or by state?

[M T]

any good sites to track # of vaccines given?  Nationally or by state?

The CDC vaccination page gives the number distributed and the number in arms.

[M T]

any good sites to track # of vaccines given?  Nationally or by state?

The CDC vaccination page gives the number distributed and the number in arms.

[fullmetal]

The desire for vaccination is immense.  Even in what would be considered rural Texas, demand far outstrips supply.  It's a good sign, although it is unfortunate that people are standing in line for hours only to be turned away when supplies run out.

[fullmetal]

The desire for vaccination is immense.  Even in what would be considered rural Texas, demand far outstrips supply.  It's a good sign, although it is unfortunate that people are standing in line for hours only to be turned away when supplies run out.

[magnus]

The desire for vaccination is immense.  Even in what would be considered rural Texas, demand far outstrips supply.  It's a good sign, although it is unfortunate that people are standing in line for hours only to be turned away when supplies run out.

So in Texas, non-HC workers are eligible to get the shot already?

[magnus]

The desire for vaccination is immense.  Even in what would be considered rural Texas, demand far outstrips supply.  It's a good sign, although it is unfortunate that people are standing in line for hours only to be turned away when supplies run out.

So in Texas, non-HC workers are eligible to get the shot already?

[Hurlburt88]

I do personally know an increasing number of people who have received the vaccine:   nurse in MN, nurse in WI, doctor in IL, paramedic in CA, and MD in Oregon.   Nice to see the ramp-up!

[Hurlburt88]

I do personally know an increasing number of people who have received the vaccine:   nurse in MN, nurse in WI, doctor in IL, paramedic in CA, and MD in Oregon.   Nice to see the ramp-up!