coronavirus

[eyephone]

Republican Governor of WV loses it over vaccine hesitancy.
https://youtu.be/TMK7ocTk9I0

He gives a list of excuses for vaccine hesitancy. Funny af
This is my favorite: Vaccine got something in it and its tracing people. And the same people that are saying that are carrying their cell around.  Haha

 

[usctrojancpa]

Seems like my dad got covid (high risk person) but he was vaccinated with his 2nd Moderna shot at the end of March.  He lost his taste, smell, has a slight fever, and a a little tired for the past few days but no cough or breathing issues.  I'm checking in with him daily and told him to go do a CVS PCR drive-thru test tomorrow to find out for sure. 

 

[OCtoSV]

I hope he's ok

 

[iacrenter]

Seems like my dad got covid (high risk person) but he was vaccinated with his 2nd Moderna shot at the end of March.  He lost his taste, smell, has a slight fever, and a a little tired for the past few days but no cough or breathing issues.  I'm checking in with him daily and told him to go do a CVS PCR drive-thru test tomorrow to find out for sure. 

I'm sorry to hear he is sick. Definitely have him tested ASAP. If he is positive, find a nearby hospital that offers IV monoclonal antibody treatment. If your dad is 65yo+ or other high risk category, he will qualify. You need to start the infusion within the first 10 days of symptom onset.

 

[zubs]

I thought fully vaccinated people didn't have to do anything extra.

 

[nosuchreality]

Seems like my dad got covid (high risk person) but he was vaccinated with his 2nd Moderna shot at the end of March.  He lost his taste, smell, has a slight fever, and a a little tired for the past few days but no cough or breathing issues.  I'm checking in with him daily and told him to go do a CVS PCR drive-thru test tomorrow to find out for sure. 

I'm sorry to hear he is sick. Definitely have him tested ASAP. If he is positive, find a nearby hospital that offers IV monoclonal antibody treatment. If your dad is 65yo+ or other high risk category, he will qualify. You need to start the infusion within the first 10 days of symptom onset.

The Express Urgent care in Tustin has Regeneron treatment signs out front.  I've seen clearly sick people going in.  Potentially less hassle than hospital.

 

[iacrenter]

I thought fully vaccinated people didn't have to do anything extra.

I agree that current vaccines are very effective in preventing severe disease/death/hospitalization. Unfortunately with the delta variant, there are more breakthrough infections. Luckily most cases are only mild to moderate symptoms. But if you are positive and in a high risk category (i.e. older, underlying health conditions, etc...), I would still advise monoclonal antibody treatment regardless of vaccine status.

 

[iacrenter]

Seems like my dad got covid (high risk person) but he was vaccinated with his 2nd Moderna shot at the end of March.  He lost his taste, smell, has a slight fever, and a a little tired for the past few days but no cough or breathing issues.  I'm checking in with him daily and told him to go do a CVS PCR drive-thru test tomorrow to find out for sure. 

I'm sorry to hear he is sick. Definitely have him tested ASAP. If he is positive, find a nearby hospital that offers IV monoclonal antibody treatment. If your dad is 65yo+ or other high risk category, he will qualify. You need to start the infusion within the first 10 days of symptom onset.

The Express Urgent care in Tustin has Regeneron treatment signs out front.  I've seen clearly sick people going in.  Potentially less hassle than hospital.

Here are a few links to help you locate an infusion center that offers monoclonal antibody treatment:
https://protect-public.hhs.gov/pages/therapeutics-distribution#distribution-locations
https://covid.infusioncenter.org

I would call the locations ahead of time to check on supply.

 

[usctrojancpa]

I thought fully vaccinated people didn't have to do anything extra.

I agree that current vaccines are very effective in preventing severe disease/death/hospitalization. Unfortunately with the delta variant, there are more breakthrough infections. Luckily most cases are only mild to moderate symptoms. But if you are positive and in a high risk category (i.e. older, underlying health conditions, etc...), I would still advise monoclonal antibody treatment regardless of vaccine status.

He's in Las Vegas, how would I identify a location where he can get the monoclonal antibody treatment?

 

[usctrojancpa]

Thanks gang.  He's feeling about the same for the past 3 days...loss of smell, taste, and slight fatigue & fever.  No cough at all now. 

 

[Irvinehomeseeker]

Thanks gang.  He's feeling about the same for the past 3 days...loss of smell, taste, and slight fatigue & fever.  No cough at all now.

I hope he feels better soon!

 

[iacrenter]

I thought fully vaccinated people didn't have to do anything extra.

I agree that current vaccines are very effective in preventing severe disease/death/hospitalization. Unfortunately with the delta variant, there are more breakthrough infections. Luckily most cases are only mild to moderate symptoms. But if you are positive and in a high risk category (i.e. older, underlying health conditions, etc...), I would still advise monoclonal antibody treatment regardless of vaccine status.

He's in Las Vegas, how would I identify a location where he can get the monoclonal antibody treatment?

https://protect-public.hhs.gov/pages/therapeutics-distribution#distribution-locations

I looked up Las Vegas, NV. Here is a sample list:

Valley Hospital Med Ctr
Univ Med Ctr
North Vista Hospital
Sunrise Hospital
Mt View Hospital
Spring Valley Med Ctr
Henderson Hospital
Summerlin Hospital Ctr
Southern Hills Hospital and Med Ctr
Centennial Hills Hosp
St Rose Dominican Hosp

 

[usctrojancpa]

I thought fully vaccinated people didn't have to do anything extra.

I agree that current vaccines are very effective in preventing severe disease/death/hospitalization. Unfortunately with the delta variant, there are more breakthrough infections. Luckily most cases are only mild to moderate symptoms. But if you are positive and in a high risk category (i.e. older, underlying health conditions, etc...), I would still advise monoclonal antibody treatment regardless of vaccine status.

He's in Las Vegas, how would I identify a location where he can get the monoclonal antibody treatment?

https://protect-public.hhs.gov/pages/therapeutics-distribution#distribution-locations

I looked up Las Vegas, NV. Here is a sample list:

Valley Hospital Med Ctr
Univ Med Ctr
North Vista Hospital
Sunrise Hospital
Mt View Hospital
Spring Valley Med Ctr
Henderson Hospital
Summerlin Hospital Ctr
Southern Hills Hospital and Med Ctr
Centennial Hills Hosp
St Rose Dominican Hosp

Thanks IAC, he lives 2 miles away from Summerlin Hospital.  Does he have to wait until he gets his positive covid test result from the PCR test that he took?

 

[iacrenter]

With so much attention / money being spent on vaccines, I hope the federal government doesn't lose sight on COVID therapeutics. I'm looking forward to Phase II trial data from Merck on Molnupiravir. It's an oral agent with the potential to arrest viral replication within 24 hrs (based on animal models). This could be a groundbreaking medicine if found to be effective and safe.

Exciting followup news on Molnupiravir. The data suggests it reduced hospitalization and mortality by half versus placebo when taken within 5 days of symptom onset. They plan to apply for FDA emergency use authorization.
https://www.cnbc.com/2021/10/01/mer...uthorization-for-oral-covid-19-treatment.html
https://apnews.com/article/merck-sa...orst-effects-a9a2245fdcee324f6bbd776a0fffcc60

 

[iacrenter]

I thought fully vaccinated people didn't have to do anything extra.

I agree that current vaccines are very effective in preventing severe disease/death/hospitalization. Unfortunately with the delta variant, there are more breakthrough infections. Luckily most cases are only mild to moderate symptoms. But if you are positive and in a high risk category (i.e. older, underlying health conditions, etc...), I would still advise monoclonal antibody treatment regardless of vaccine status.

He's in Las Vegas, how would I identify a location where he can get the monoclonal antibody treatment?

https://protect-public.hhs.gov/pages/therapeutics-distribution#distribution-locations

I looked up Las Vegas, NV. Here is a sample list:

Valley Hospital Med Ctr
Univ Med Ctr
North Vista Hospital
Sunrise Hospital
Mt View Hospital
Spring Valley Med Ctr
Henderson Hospital
Summerlin Hospital Ctr
Southern Hills Hospital and Med Ctr
Centennial Hills Hosp
St Rose Dominican Hosp

Thanks IAC, he lives 2 miles away from Summerlin Hospital.  Does he have to wait until he gets his positive covid test result from the PCR test that he took?

Generally speaking, yes, he needs to have a documented positive test. I would bring a hardcopy of the test result with you. Some hospitals may require a repeat / confirmatory rapid test before getting the monoclonal antibodies. I would call ahead to check on availability at your hospital.

 

[zubs]

Who pays for this treatment?
Government, health insurance or user?

 

[iacrenter]

The medication was paid by tax dollars/ federal government. Hospital and doctors will still charge for ER visit. You might save money by finding an outpatient infusion center (you?ll likely need a doctors order) or urgent care.

 

[eyephone]

Who pays for this treatment?
Government, health insurance or user?

To give you rough numbers:
For the monoclonal antibody treatment it cost $2k - $2.5k
The covid vaccine shot cost approximately $20 per shot.

Regarding hospital charges related to covid, insurance companies are no longer going to wave the  deductible or costs related to covid. (Please check your insurance for more details)

(Post is for entertainment purposes only)

 

[zubs]

Yeah getting COVID gets you a $4,000 bill while getting the vaccine is free....
Why risk a $4,000 bill?  I like money.


This cop who resigned due to vaccine mandate doesn't like money.

 

[usctrojancpa]

I thought fully vaccinated people didn't have to do anything extra.

I agree that current vaccines are very effective in preventing severe disease/death/hospitalization. Unfortunately with the delta variant, there are more breakthrough infections. Luckily most cases are only mild to moderate symptoms. But if you are positive and in a high risk category (i.e. older, underlying health conditions, etc...), I would still advise monoclonal antibody treatment regardless of vaccine status.

He's in Las Vegas, how would I identify a location where he can get the monoclonal antibody treatment?

https://protect-public.hhs.gov/pages/therapeutics-distribution#distribution-locations

I looked up Las Vegas, NV. Here is a sample list:

Valley Hospital Med Ctr
Univ Med Ctr
North Vista Hospital
Sunrise Hospital
Mt View Hospital
Spring Valley Med Ctr
Henderson Hospital
Summerlin Hospital Ctr
Southern Hills Hospital and Med Ctr
Centennial Hills Hosp
St Rose Dominican Hosp

Thanks IAC, he lives 2 miles away from Summerlin Hospital.  Does he have to wait until he gets his positive covid test result from the PCR test that he took?

Generally speaking, yes, he needs to have a documented positive test. I would bring a hardcopy of the test result with you. Some hospitals may require a repeat / confirmatory rapid test before getting the monoclonal antibodies. I would call ahead to check on availability at your hospital.

My dad is retired and has medicare but I'll check out around if his results come back with a positive test.  He's feeling a little better today, less fatigue and no cough but still no sense of smell and taste. I'm just glad that he got his double Moderna shots 5-6 months ago.  I was actually telling him to go get his 3rd shot in the next month or two.