NRAS statement on the breaking news regarding the Pfizer Vaccine

The Pfizer vaccine is not a live vaccine but there are many other vaccines in the pipeline – some live, but most not.

Most vaccine trials have excluded people with rheumatic disease on immune modulation from participation, so we currently do not have data to base decisions upon if they will be safe for those on certain medications. However, the safety data from one of the trials that one of our medical advisor is an investigator on is currently showing no safety concerns but the trial is still ongoing.

The vaccine pipeline for COVID is substantial, and multiple vaccines are likely to come to market in the next 6 months.

Although timelines are tight, the process has been rigorous and trial conduct is being scrutinised very carefully.

Not all the vaccines will be suitable for people on immunosuppression – and we anticipate clarification on this to follow.

The news about the vaccines is very promising, and an important part of the response to the pandemic but to be absolutely clear we should all continue to wear masks, social distance and follow hand hygiene. There is a sizeable number of the population who are either going to refuse to have a vaccine ( for all sorts of reasons) or who may not be able to have the vaccine for medical reasons so we must continue to follow guidance to keep ourselves and our families, colleagues, neighbours safe.

[Lolabridge]

Thank you Nadine for posting this information. We know we can rely on NRAS to give us the relevant, accurate and timely information we need.

[Gigi71]

After my initial excitement with the news on a possible vaccine to be ready soon, I have wondered if it would be suitable for us on immunosuppressants in my case bio meds. Thanks Nadine for your advices. Look forward to more updates.

[dawkin_S]

Thank you for this - as others have said, it is so good to have a reliable and trustworthy source of information.

[Boxerlady]

Thank you - much appreciated

[charisma]

Thank you, Nadine.

I will be looking for an ingredients description before taking any vaccine, just as I do for any other vaccine.

[Mmrr]

Very useful, thankyou.

[Joanneforbes]

Thank you for keeping us all in the loop ! Thank goodness for NRAS x

[Sheila_G]

Thank you for this. You have just answered my question. I just pray that it will be available to all and safe and effective. Thank you NRAS for all you do.

[Ruth12345]

Thank you for this info

[Robin0]

Thank you - very useful information

[Biofreak]

Thanks Nadine. Very clear information and very helpful. Please keep us all posted.

[Denise64]

Thank you for this information as it was my first thought.

I really do hope we can have it.

Will be a bit confusing in my life as I care for my 98 year old mum .

Virtually moved in with her.

So she will get vaccine and may be we can not.

But at least I wont have the massive worry that I live with constantly live with of passing anything on to her.

Xxx

Cant wait for further news on this

[gilox]

Many thanks for this clear & easy to understand post, answered all the questions that I had! The scientists & politicians just waffle, now we all know what to expect, again thank you. Gillian

[stbernhard]

Thank you for this post, Nadine. Let's hope we'll get a vaccine soon, so vulnerable or not, everybody can feel free of this burden.

[rab1874]

Thanks for the information very interesting xxx

[allanah]

Thank you. That was my understanding seeing what data was available. This would be a great step forward if its passed.

[GinnyE]

Thanks for the clarification. It sounds as though we probably will be alright to take it. I know I'm up for it..

[Green230461]

Thank you for keeping us up to date. 💐

[Leics]

I’m really hoping that there will be a vaccine which is suitable for those of us who are severely immune suppressed and also the people who are on Biologics etc. It would be a bit pants if our hopes of moving on towards a more normal life again would be dashed. Thanks for the info Nadine will keep an eye out for further info from NRAS.

[nomoreheels]

Thank you for a clear explanation. It answers many questions we’ve had.

[Smiler53]

Thank you for the info Nadine.

[JGBH]

Many thanks for this most helpful information. Hope that people will a severely compromised immune system will be able to have a vaccine that will be safe for them. Living in hope.

[Elephant100]

Iam crossing everything I can ,waiting with baited breath for outcome ,many thanks Nadine

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[Oshgosh]

Thank you,I feel a bit reassured about future clarification

[Uga35570]

Thank you Nadine read somewhere that it was live, worrying to say the least ,so good news!