Panelists will discuss breakthrough cases and the possible need for booster shots, as well as their recent research on strength of post-COVID immunity and effectiveness of masks and social distancing
Recent reports suggest that current COVID vaccines may be less effective against the delta variant than earlier studies predicted. The FDA announced emergency use authorization for boosters for immunocompromised patients. Meanwhile breakthrough infections account for very few hospitalizations and almost no deaths. We’ll ask the experts: are breakthrough cases becoming a problem in spreading the virus, even if the cases are mild? Is immunity among the vaccinated, and recovered COVID patients waning over time? Should we get used to the idea of COVID boosters?
Panelists:
- Dr. Julie Swann, MS, PhD, Department Head and A. Doug Allison Distinguished Professor at North…
