Preliminary evidence suggests there may be an increased risk of reinfection with Omicron.
People who have previously had Covid-19 could become reinfected more easily with Omicron as compared to other variants of concern. He said studies about the effectiveness of the vaccines against Omicron are ongoing. He said preliminary studies have so far shown there is “some loss” in protectionThe minister said vaccines are effective against severe illness and death.
Phaahla acknowledged vaccine uptake remained low despite efforts to promote it. He said adults with weak immune systems are eligible for booster shots.The SA Health Products Regulatory Authority approved the Pfizer booster shot for everyone older than 18 to beThose over 12 who are severely immunocompromised are urged to get the booster“The data provided only dealt with the situation of homologous boosting, where the third dose is of the same vaccine as the initial course .
“Sahpra is aware of the keen interest in the efficacy and safety of heterologous boosting regimens and invites the submission of supportive data in this regard,” it said.
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