The FDA has authorized a second booster shot for people over 50, and the immunocompromised. But is the necessary? Dr. Jeff Barke doesn't think so. He explained why natural immunity is stronger than vaccine immunity against COVID-19.
SAN DIEGO – The FDA recently authorized another booster dose of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for people age 50 and up, and the immunocompromised.As expected, many people are hesitant to do so, since the vaccine does not even prevent you from getting COVID-19. White House Press Secretary, Jen Psaki, is a big supporter of masks and has received a booster shot, and she just got COVID-19 for the second time.
But, the CDC is still urging Americans to get their shots to “protect individuals both from infection and severe outcomes of COVID-19.” Dr. Jeff Barke, a Board Certified Physician, joined KUSI’s Paul Rudy on Good Morning San Diego to explain why boosters are not necessary, and how studies show natural immunity to be a stronger protector against COVID-19 infection.