Science Friday Your Questions About The Updated COVID Vaccines, Answered
Sep 18, 2024
Dr. Kizzmekia Corbett-Helaire, an expert in immunology from Harvard, tackles pressing questions about the updated COVID-19 vaccines. She emphasizes the importance of vaccination even for those who had mild infections, warning against potential serious outcomes. Listeners learn that the new vaccine is a single shot and the need for seasonal COVID vaccinations is likened to flu shots. The discussion also clarifies key terms like 'boosters' versus 'updated vaccines,' and highlights the efficacy of various COVID-19 vaccine strategies.
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Get Vaccinated Even After Mild COVID-19
- Consider the updated COVID-19 vaccines even if you've had mild COVID-19.
- Getting vaccinated reduces the risk of severe illness and hospitalization, especially for older adults.
Impact of Ending the Federal Bridge Program
- The end of the Federal Bridge Program limits free access to COVID-19 vaccines for uninsured individuals.
- This impacts health equity as cost can be a barrier, especially for seasonal vaccinations.
Child Vaccinations
- Contact your pediatrician or local health department for child vaccinations.
- Many pharmacies do not vaccinate young children.