In the Bubble with Andy Slavitt
What’s Happening With Your COVID Booster? (with CDC Director Dr. Mandy Cohen)
Oct 4, 2023
CDC Director Dr. Mandy Cohen answers questions about the new COVID booster, including availability and effectiveness against variants. The podcast also discusses the DeSantis administration's controversial advice against COVID shots for Florida residents under 65. They emphasize the importance of COVID and flu vaccinations for all age groups and explore the logic behind booster shots. The different types of COVID-19 vaccines and variations in immunity are also discussed.
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Quick takeaways
- The CDC recommends an updated COVID vaccine for all Americans over the age of six months, tailored to the dominant circulating variants, to prevent severe illness and reduce the overall burden of the disease.
- Vaccination is crucial in preventing long COVID and severe symptoms in all age groups, including children, and pharmacies like CVS, Walgreens, and Rite Aid offer widespread appointment availability for vaccine administration.
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Updated COVID vaccine recommendation for all age groups
The CDC has made an updated recommendation for all Americans over the age of six months to receive an updated COVID vaccine. The decision was based on the changing nature of the virus and the decreasing durability of immunity over time. The vaccine is tailored to the dominant circulating variants of the virus and has been deemed safe and effective. The recommendation is particularly important for individuals over 65 who are at higher risk of severe illness and hospitalization. However, risks and protections apply to all age groups, including children. The CDC highlights the importance of vaccination in preventing long COVID and reducing the overall burden of the disease.
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