BA to trial IATA Travel Pass
Jan 30, 2021, 2:58 am
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I've got an OAP relative who is allergic to wasp stings and was invited for a Pfizer/BioNTech vaccine by their GP. On arrival they went through pre-screening and were rejected because of the anaphylactic shock. Undeterred they went home and did some serious research which showed they could have it. Presented that to the GP by email next day who then called and said they'd just had new guidance. It's only apparently if you're allergic to the ingredients in the vaccine that you're likely to be turned down. As always YMMV
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Jan 30, 2021, 5:04 am
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Jan 30, 2021, 6:14 am
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As per ET's reporting, BA is going to trial the IATA Travel Pass:
https://www.executivetraveller.com/n...id-travel-pass
https://www.executivetraveller.com/n...id-travel-pass
The airline industry has called on the World Health Organization to rule its safe for people to fly without quarantining once theyve had a coronavirus vaccine.
Those of us who are likely to be travelling are likely to be down the pecking order for vaccinations... I suspect there are not many aged 70+ and/or critical health issue travellers amongst the frequent flyer community - which is the current criteria for getting a jab in the UK.
Jan 30, 2021, 6:24 am
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Laudable though the aims are, the following raises more questions:
Those of us who are likely to be travelling are likely to be down the pecking order for vaccinations... I suspect there are not many aged 70+ and/or critical health issue travellers amongst the frequent flyer community - which is the current criteria for getting a jab in the UK.
Those of us who are likely to be travelling are likely to be down the pecking order for vaccinations... I suspect there are not many aged 70+ and/or critical health issue travellers amongst the frequent flyer community - which is the current criteria for getting a jab in the UK.
Jan 30, 2021, 7:40 am
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Pfizer
https://www.gov.uk/government/public...vid-19-vaccine
AstraZeneca
https://www.gov.uk/government/public...ne-astrazeneca
Moderna
https://www.gov.uk/government/public...accine-moderna
Jan 30, 2021, 10:33 am
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Those of us who are likely to be travelling are likely to be down the pecking order for vaccinations... I suspect there are not many aged 70+ and/or critical health issue travellers amongst the frequent flyer community - which is the current criteria for getting a jab in the UK.
Those of us who are likely to be travelling are likely to be down the pecking order for vaccinations... I suspect there are not many aged 70+ and/or critical health issue travellers amongst the frequent flyer community - which is the current criteria for getting a jab in the UK.
Had our first Pfizer jab a couple of hours ago. The retired GP (volunteer helper) who gave us both the vaccine observed that Jersey GPs are looking at how to issue certification for those wanting to travel abroad. We are fortunate that we have a completely integrated Health IT system, which even allows Blue Light first responders to access medical records.
Estimated 10-12 weeks for 2nd dose, and watching developments globally with considerable interest.
C-W-S ... I didnt take a camera to the Vaccination Facility for hygiene and privacy reasons, so no Trip Report! But it was very well organised!
Jan 30, 2021, 11:59 am
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The main thing is that you and the iWife have had your first injection, I've very pleased that you have done this, and I hope in a few months (and dare I suggest a bit of flexibility) you will be zooming around in ways that don't involve webcams. Take it easy tonight mind, cocoa rather than CabSauv!
Jan 30, 2021, 2:31 pm
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The two reasons in this space why people are contra-indicated (not advised) for the UK vaccines are those with systemic reactions either to a previous dose of that vaccine or a history of reaction to the components of the vaccine. Separately caution is needed to those with acute allergic reactions, typically (but not solely) those carrying epi-pens. This second group should ensure a good discussion is held with a GP or specialist doctor, and additional precautions may needed such as extending the observation period to 30 minutes. Pfizer has PEG in it, which is found in many cosmetics and detergents but some people are allergic to it, so the guidance slightly favours the AstraZeneca vaccine over Pfizer in these cases. These vaccines involve injection of 0.3ml, so not even a tenth of a teaspoon (5ml), and 80% of that is salty water, so the amount of vaccine material is very small. Numbers vary slightly between vaccine types. For insect sting allergy, the Green Book (version 6, 25 January 2021), used by the NHS, says " Following close surveillance of the initial roll-out, the MHRA has advised that individuals with a history of anaphylaxis to food, an identified drug or vaccine, or an insect sting can receive any COVID-19 vaccine, as long as they are not known to be allergic to any component (excipient) of the vaccine".
Jan 31, 2021, 1:46 pm
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Laudable though the aims are, the following raises more questions:
Those of us who are likely to be travelling are likely to be down the pecking order for vaccinations... I suspect there are not many aged 70+ and/or critical health issue travellers amongst the frequent flyer community - which is the current criteria for getting a jab in the UK.
Those of us who are likely to be travelling are likely to be down the pecking order for vaccinations... I suspect there are not many aged 70+ and/or critical health issue travellers amongst the frequent flyer community - which is the current criteria for getting a jab in the UK.
Sep 18, 2021, 12:47 pm
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I got an invite from BA to (try) to use this for my LHR-ZRH leg that's coming up soon. It's pretty much a worthless app. Mrs. greg5 would have to install it on her phone as well. I'm just going to end up showing the QR codes for my Swiss PLF and from my Swiss Covid app for the vaccines. I can't really see any major advantage to the IATA app TBH. That said, Verifly seemed to work well for me up until the point I started to deal with US authorities on the way over. I can't seem to find a way to delete any data in it other than to just nuke the app on my iPhone.