Arizona Covid-19 ICU Travel Nursing Assignment Week 5: Covid Vaccine Side Effects?

[@AlyssaGray]

Consider buying my coworkers and I a coffee! ko-fi.com/alyssagrayyoutube

[@jennifermorrison229]

Alyssa, you are in my prayers every day along with all the other frontline medical staff, first responders and support staff. Blessings!

[@allisonx517]

Thanks for all that you do. My mother-in-law is a nurse here in the East Valley (AZ) and she said covid has been so crazy lately that they’re running out of room. I hope things ease up for everyone soon and please stay safe! ♥️

[@user-vn5nm9nu7z]

Sending hugs from Pennsylvania. Thank you so, so much.

[@connieshoemaker6862]

You are so strong. My heart aches for the suffering and death you are experiencing. I am praying for you and all health-care workers and the patients. 🙏❤🙏😇

[@aileenbell6750]

Mt Lemmon is beautiful! A great day trip. ❤️

[@cathydavies3552]

Covid is on the rise here (Uk), I’m shielding again. I get my 2nd vaccine injection tonight. I really miss work (I’m an ophthalmic technician, I do patients eye scans and visual fields). I’m shielding due to being type1 diabetic with asthma and on methotrexate for RA. I do need to lose 40+ lbs but it’s so cold here and I just snuggle on the couch, the UK is in lockdown. I should do some home exercise vids and do some intermittent fasting too. I’m on an insulin pump (Type1 for 47 years). I love how straightforward and caring you are on your videos. It’s great to hear about your day to day life. Xx hugs xx

[@AlyssaGray]

Haha! I hear you with the being cold and snuggling- When I was in Baltimore, it was cold (only 40 degrees, but for a Florida girl used to 90-100 degrees, I was COLD!)- so all I did was snuggle up and eat- and gained 15lbs! Thanks for watching and commenting- I love to hear about what's going on near you as well. Stay safe and healthy xo

[@Lynore_Marie]

Hi Alyssa, sending you lotsa love 💕 and a bunch of hugs 🤗 🤗 🤗 from FL. Thank you for everything you do. I have no doubt, whether your patients are sedated or not, they see your pretty smile, and feel your beautiful soul.💕💕

[@AlyssaGray]

Hi Lenore! Thankyou so much

[@marsansalgado]

Thanks for everything you do. Always has been a thankless job. Cheers from Baltimore. Things aren't too bad around these parts. Stay safe out there.

[@karenblaine7266]

Take care, I think of you and all the medical workers dealing with this pandemic. Stay strong incredible girl!

[@AlyssaGray]

Thank you Karen!!

[@Sarabear1117]

Fellow travel nurse here, and I feel your frustration and sadness. You are in my prayers. Much love to you.

[@AlyssaGray]

hi Sara, you're in my prayers and thoughts as well. Much love to you too:)

[@Dani1165]

Mine: be more productive. I spend (waste) lots of time sitting, thinking and planning. Figured this year I'd give the doing part a try.

[@louisecarr3349]

Same.... I do all sorts in my head and 2 hrs has gone by and I still haven't done a thing😂

[@AlyssaGray]

Ha! I'm in the same boat. Hope it goes well:)

[@brookiecookie5329]

Also thank you for all you do for these patients 💕

[@denises9455]

❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏, keep safe.

[@carolwhite8472]

I do really love your headbands! And your hair is so cute! I live in a tiny Illinois town (4,000) where very few wear masks and continue to go to the local restaurant to dine indoors in defiance of state mandates. Local Covid deniers are making this a political statement rather than treating this as a public health issue. Our county had the 7th highest death rate from Covid in our state. I do not go anywhere without my mask! And I do mean anywhere. You have painted a vivid picture of the reality of this disease. I wish everyone could watch your videos and hear the struggles nurses are facing day in and day out. At 69, I work part time, my office was on the 1a list for vaccination distribution and my best belated Christmas present was receiving my first dose of the Moderna vaccine. I had no side effects, which was wonderful. I too look forward to the second dose. Here’s to people accepting modern public health recommendations and an end to this Pandemic. Enjoy Mt. Lemmons and the Sonoran desert. My niece lives in Tucson and loves hiking. There are wonderful things to see.

[@AlyssaGray]

Thanks! I got them from Amazon!! That must be so frustrating being in a town when you're the only one following precautions- that's how I feel whenever I go back to Florida. So happy to hear you got your vaccine! Tucson is a really great place. So many things to see and do that also include social distancing :)

[@claramiranda2049]

Hello sending you blessings and thank you for services 👋🙏🏽✌🏽❤️😷🎈may god bless you always 🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@oddumnh7577]

Glad you're doing good!!! SEE IF THE COOKIE CABIN IS OPEN!!! The pizza is great too! Also my mom is a CNA at a nursing home here, she's in the Civil unit also. I really feel for everyone working these units.

[@AlyssaGray]

The cookie cabin is open but everytime I pass by, the line is out the door and around the corner!!!!

[@lesaranger9915]

Hey kiddo! Glad to see you are getting outside. A change of scenery will help you decompress and clear your mind. I look forward to your next video🙂 Keep using the humidifier!

[@claramiranda2049]

Thank you

[@ChrisS733]

Sending hugs from Cornwall, England 💕

[@AlyssaGray]

Stay safe and healthy! xo

[@judyseggerman5724]

Hi Alyssa,glad your doing ok,it has to be hard working with so many Covid patients. I have several family members who have had or have it now. My nephew and his wife have it now because they couldn't miss the Rose Bowl!! If people would take this seriously we would not still be dealing with it..should have been gone long ago. My new years resolution is to lose 15 pounds and to get up off my lazy butt and be more active!! Love watching your videos,enjoy the Arizona weather..it is only in the 2o's in northern Indiana. ❄🌨🌞

[@AlyssaGray]

Hi Judy! Oh no, I hope that your family members are okay! Ha! so we pretty much have the same new years resolution. The thought of working out is not appealing to me, but once I'm doing it, it's not so bad. I gained about 15lbs in Baltimore so really just trying to lose that. Thanks for watching and commenting:)

[@wendywright3914]

Make sure you get an Egees while you’re in Tucson! It will be good after hiking Mt. Lemmon! (The best cold, freezy drink I’ve ever had!)

[@AlyssaGray]

It's so funny that you mention Eegee's because I keep seeing it and saying to myself "I wonder if that place is any good"- def going to try!

[@sherreegaskell3891]

Sending you hugs from Florida! 🥰

[@AlyssaGray]

Tell Florida I miss her! Stay safe and healthy xo

[@rebekahelizabeth9881]

I’m in Arizona. Kingman Arizona. We are a hot spot for Covid. So many people around me are sick. It’s just so scary.

[@juliebellman571]

Hi Alyssa ,watching from British Columbia,Canada. We are still in lockdown up until February 5th ( at least ) .our Covid numbers remain high in this province.Many many nursing homes and scattered hospitals continue to have outbreaks.Keep yourself active n healthy any way you can. That includes your mental health.

[@AlyssaGray]

Do you feel like covid is being handled well in Canada? I'm definitely trying to stay active and healthy- and taking lots of vitamins each day. I almost panic if I miss a vitamin dose as if it will make me get covid D: I hope that you stay safe and healthy xo

[@juliebellman571]

@@AlyssaGray ,Ummmm Canada has a Prime Minister who believes the science. Our country as a whole has 79,000 active cases.and 17,224 deaths so far. I’m in British Columbia and we have done not bad. Certainly over the holidays cases have skyrocketed across the country. Hubs n I are awaiting our vaccinations as they become available. 😷

[@misshauntcouture]

I don't have a resolution, but I did sign up to be on the vaccine list in NJ

[@AlyssaGray]

Hell yes!!

[@IridescentJen]

i can see in your eyes that this is getting heavier to deal with. thank you for your compassionate service and for keeping us informed. peace to your heart and take good care of yourself. xoxo from hawaii (where we've been ok but on the upward trend with so many people vacationing and not adhering to guidelines. we have very limited resources here and not much wiggle room to work with).

[@tesiemarie8942]

I saw that as well. I worry so much. I just wanna hug her and shield her. I see her trying so hard to stay positive. This girl is a beautiful soul. Praying for her every day.

[@k.c.8872]

I have a buzz cut so my new years goal is to let it grow 🤞 😁

[@AlyssaGray]

same!! growing it out is such an adventure

[@brookiecookie5329]

Hey! Just subscribed, found your channel looking for a review of the ring fit for the switch. I’m a hygienist in NY and got the vaccine last week as well, just had a sore arm... looking forward to getting the second dose in feb. :)

[@AlyssaGray]

Hey! Thanks for subbing! And for your work! Very important and risky. Happy you got the vaccine. I get my second dose next week and am so excited!

[@qutiepie4107]

Glad to find you. So, it's Arizona now. All health workers received vaccinations? Stay safe, Alyssa.

[@AlyssaGray]

Happy you found me! All of the healthcare workers that would like to receive the vaccine are allowed to, but it's not mandatory. Some of the healthcare workers here were extremely weary of the vaccine at first, but now that a lot of us have gotten it and haven't had any issues, the weary ones are scheduling their appointments :)

[@bethbillig6554]

You’re the best🥰😍♥️❤️

[@AlyssaGray]

aweee no you are!

[@bethbillig6554]

@@AlyssaGray ❤️♥️

[@Hello-kk5gy]

Canada Ontario, in lock down. In my prayers. Question. Really scared to get the “shot” I have diabetic and seizures disorder. Very healthy though keeping fit and healthy. Scared as shit to get the side effects of the shot. Scared of Covid. Any suggestions please help. Sensitive to all meds

[@DanyelleMullins]

So I’m a teacher. We are virtual because our county is on red but everyone is complaining because the students are just leaving our district to go to in person schooling. Reducing covid is becoming less important because if we lose more students we might have teacher lay offs. That would be crazy if they ran out of propofol

[@AlyssaGray]

You're a teacher!! My hero! Thanks for teaching in this pandemic! I know it must be hard and scary. You're amazing for doing what you do though, forreal. We're running out of drugs daily, but getting restocks every few days so it's give and take D:

[@brandonbairentine340]

Does everyone that works with Covid patients have to quarantine all the time and move away from their kids and spouses

[@AlyssaGray]

Hi Brandon, it depends on the person's preference. I will discuss it more in my next video but it's not mandatory by any means, some people choose to based on their circumstances and some people don't. Hope this helps:)

[@lanabarnhill]

Hi

[@oddcrazytoilet]

Thank you for what you do, so that we may be shielded from those horrors. Please mind your head as well as your health ❤️

[@AlyssaGray]

thank you Meghan. I hope that you stay safe and healthy as well xo

[@sarahrose0413]

I'm just getting over Covid right now..... it wasn't a big deal for me..... just a lot of coughing. It's so different for everyone..... I personally have not known anyone who has had serious issues with it...... thank goodness.🙏🏼 I'm in the Phoenix area.....Maricopa county is off the charts right now with cases...🥺

[@AlyssaGray]

I hope you are feeling better! I hear it’s pretty bad over there. Happy covid wasn’t too bad for you 💕

[@iiuhvss]

hi

[@AlyssaGray]

hello there