I recovered from Covid-19; do I need to get the vaccine?


By AGENCY

While those who recover from Covid-19 do have natural immunity against the SARS-CoV-2 virus, it may not last very long and is recommended to be supplemented with a vaccine. — Positive Parenting

When someone has had an infection, and the body has produced antibodies as a result, this is called “natural immunity”.

But early evidence suggests natural immunity to Covid-19 may not be very long-lasting.

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