Studies reveal waning immunity from Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine
One study involved health care workers in Israel and showed a decrease in immunity in men, seniors, and those with immune system issues.
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Oct 7, 2021, 9:50 AM
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265ds agoTwo new studies have revealed
that immunity from the Pfizer COVID-19 shot wanes after about two months.
One study involved health
care workers in Israel and showed a decrease in immunity in men, seniors, and
those with immune system issues.
The
second study showed immunity was highest a month after a second dose, then it
gradually faded.
However, the Pfizer vaccine
continued to reduce the risk of hospitalization or death.
