tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690850457652849477.post8476044218060083419..comments2024-03-19T09:10:47.280-07:00Comments on Reasonably Well: H1N1 UpdateJulia Oleinikhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04857783768340014545noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690850457652849477.post-36528402809855722022009-11-13T12:21:13.549-08:002009-11-13T12:21:13.549-08:00Thanks for your perspective and reminder of chemic...Thanks for your perspective and reminder of chemical sensitivities, Annie! You are right - this immunization is not for everyone. Vigilant hand washing and other basic anti-infection procedures are valuable tools in avoiding the flu, too.Julia Oleinikhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04857783768340014545noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-690850457652849477.post-63456421541007053842009-11-13T11:43:21.035-08:002009-11-13T11:43:21.035-08:00Hi Julia,
I, for one, will not be taking the flu...Hi Julia, <br /> I, for one, will not be taking the flu shot (H1N1). This a personal choice because I am more afraid of side effects than of getting the flu. I know there are no side effects (so they say), but I have reactions to all meds, including my Synthroid, which I have been taking for the past few years. I get an immediate reaction, light-headedness, pain in the head, and then stomach and breathing difficulties. My rheumatologist also did not recommend it for me. Many people with cfs/fms and autoimmune diseases have chemical sensitivities, and have adverse reactions to various environmental, food and drugs. I hope to stay well this winter season!annienoreply@blogger.com