Too many assumptions and unknowns about about post-infection immunity duration combined with circulating and more virulent strain makes it risky to not vaccinate people who have had COVID-19.

Dr. Barry Dworkin

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for January 19, 2021

Too many assumptions and unknowns about about post-infection immunity duration combined with circulating and more virulent strain makes it risky to not vaccinate people who have had COVID-19. Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

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Canadians who have had COVID-19 should still get the vaccine, experts say

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