Hello, I have concerns about the COVID vaccine?

Question

Hello I have concerns about my health in relation to the vaccines of the covid I explain why. My sister almost died of a pulmonary embolism in January 2020 due to a phlebitis, 6 months later she had another small pulmonary embolism, in the fall my mother also had a small pulmonary embolism and they discovered phlebitis in both legs and my father almost had clots in his brain but luckily for us he had a nasal hemorrhage due to the clots so he was saved. So given the risks of thrombosis from the vaccines I am afraid for the risks on my health, what should I do please I am really lost between my desire to protect myself and my family and the risks related to my family history. Thank you for answering me (Name removed to maintain confidentiality)

Naji-tom Samaha · Accepted Answer

Hello Madam, thank you for your very pertinent question! There have been cases of thrombosis following the administration of the Astra Zeneca vaccine, at a rate of 1 case per 60,000 injections, after the first injection. This rate decreased to 1 case per 600,000 doses after the second injection. It is important to remember the following points: 1- The rate of thrombosis is higher if you are infected with the coronavirus 2 - The Astra Zeneca vaccine will no longer be used as the first dose, and those who received their first dose with this vaccine may receive a vaccine from another company (and with another mechanism of action), while maintaining effective protection. 3 - There has been no thrombosis associated with the Moderna and Pfizer-BioNTech vaccines. The short answer is yes, it is very safe for you to receive the vaccine now. You can schedule an appointment for your first dose on ClicSanté. You will receive your appointment for the second dose once you have received the first. I hope this reassures you and I am available if you have any further questions! Tom Samaha, pharmacist