COVID Booster Shots - Thoughts/News?

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Research indicates that the efficacy of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine drops to approximately 83.7% after four to six months, raising concerns as many early recipients are now past this timeframe. With the Delta variant surging in the U.S., some individuals are seeking additional doses, including mixing vaccines from different manufacturers to enhance protection. There is anticipation for announcements regarding booster shots, particularly as data suggests that a third dose could significantly increase immunity against variants. Discussions also highlight the importance of global vaccination efforts to mitigate the emergence of new variants and reduce overall transmission. The ongoing debate emphasizes both personal and societal motivations for vaccination, alongside concerns about vaccine access worldwide.
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Covid deaths no longer overwhelmingly among unvaccinated as toll on elderly grows

According to the article, 42% of deaths are among vaccinated people. That means 58% among the non-vaccinated. But 77% of the population have received at least one dose (most of whom received additional doses if necessary). So vaccination reduces your probability of death by a factor of 4.6.
 
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This thread had been closed for a major train wreck. The debris has been removed and the thread is open again.
 
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This thread should probably remain closed. That's better than letting the misinformation stand (and there have been multiple cases of it) but editing out the threads that identify it as such.
 
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