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A New Chapter of the Coronavirus

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Understanding COVID-19 Breakthrough Infections

This chapter examines the dynamics of COVID-19 breakthrough infections among vaccinated individuals, revealing that they can still carry significant viral loads. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing these infections in the context of ongoing virus transmission and discusses recent CDC guidance on mask-wearing. Despite the low incidence of breakthrough cases, the chapter raises concerns about the risks of vaccinated individuals potentially spreading the virus.

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