Honestly with Bari Weiss Vaccine Hesitant? A Doctor Responds
Sep 22, 2021
Dr. Vinay Prasad, an Associate Professor at UCSF and expert in epidemiology, brings a level-headed approach to the chaotic discussion surrounding COVID-19. He stresses the importance of empathy and understanding in addressing vaccine hesitancy, cautioning against shaming the unvaccinated. Prasad also discusses public health policies, the impact of misinformation, and the need for transparent communication from health authorities. His insights aim to foster trust and encourage meaningful dialogue on vaccination and safety during the pandemic.
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Rounding Third
- The US is rounding third in the COVID pandemic, with high vaccination rates and increasing natural immunity.
- However, global vulnerability remains high, and future outbreaks are inevitable.
Vaccine Efficacy
- Initial vaccine efficacy numbers were incredibly high, but have decreased over time.
- This is partly due to rising natural immunity among the unvaccinated and the emergence of the Delta variant.
Breakthrough Infections
- Bari Weiss observes more breakthrough infections among vaccinated people than pre-vaccine infections.
- This is attributed to increased social interaction, testing availability, and Delta's contagiousness.