A scientist known for promoting pseudoscience falsely claims that COVID-19 vaccines are not actually vaccines because they require multiple doses and it’s still possible for vaccinated people to contract and spread COVID-19. Many vaccines require multiple doses and boosters, including polio, measles, HPV, and hepatitis B. No vaccine is 100 percent effective against infection. COVID-19 vaccines dramatically reduce the risk of serious illness and death and boosters provide additional immunity against infection.
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As booster shots roll out in countries throughout the world, the public is understandably confused about when and why boosters are necessary. Emphasizing that COVID-19 vaccines remain the best form of protection against the virus and that unvaccinated people are at a higher risk from the virus is recommended. Emphasizing that booster doses are a normal part of immunization and can increase protection against Omicron is also recommended. Fact-Checking Source(s):
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