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My DH is a physician, says that is NOT true. There is no intact virus in any of the vaccines. I just asked him. He tried to give me a long explanation that included DNA and RNA and anti bodies and spikes. But the bottom line is, if you follow the protocol, you will not be contagious.

I am also high risk and have been working from home since March 16. I'm losing my freaking mind. I was reading an article that stated that people that have the vaccine could become a carrier and infect others that have not been vaccinated. 🤦🏽‍♀️

I am not sure how I really feel about a vaccine being required to cruise, but I know that there are several countries that require them. I remember getting several before we went overseas for my husband's first assignment. So I became curious and with the internet at my fingertips, I found a list: https://www.traveldocs.com/travel-services/by-country-vaccination-requirements

Note: we probably will get the vaccine but not because it may be required, but because we are in the high risk category.

Difference being, those vaccines have been voluntary.

Totally agree!! I've seen a lot of people say if they are required to get the vaccine they will no longer travel. Now what kind of sense does that make? You have received and lived with vaccines your whole life.

From your lips to Gods ears CQ.....................btw, I just heard that "herd immunity" term for the first time on TV...had to look it up...this is good stuff.....unfortunately, every disease seems to have a different "threshold" to achieve it, and obviously nobody knows what that number is...

AND, before I forget......THANKYOU...I've played tag with peeps wearing a different color uniform...but I don't think I'd have the cojones to do what you do DAILY....

Ultimately, I believe most people will elect to get the vaccination. Right now, everyone is experiencing what I call "COVID Fatigue" and just want things to get back to normal. I am a healthcare worker and have wanted nothing else but to get back to normal all year. Unlike others, I can't get "COVID Fatigue" if I plan to protect my residents.

Ultimately, the only way that this pandemic will end will be if we get a vaccine that works or achieve Herd Immunity. Luckily, we are closer to a vaccine than most people realize (we have 3 that have been proven highly effective...2 have already applied for FDA approval, and I believe I heard that the third company is applying for FDA approval this week).

I second the motion, this is totally agree. Let us hope and pray for the best!

What boggles my mind is that they are saying how bad cruising is and what measures you MUST take when disembarking from a cruise. These rules come about when there is NO cruising. Now I could see it if there was actually a cruise ship sailing in December, but why now?! Anyway, I think you are probably correct that cruising will not be back until a vaccine is readily available.

Have to agree with you Yankee. Vaccine is the way to go with this.