COVID-19 reinfections becoming more common
If you’ve had COVID-19 more than once, you’re certainly not alone.
Dr. Abhijit Duggal, a critical care specialist for Cleveland Clinic explains that once you’re infected, your immune system will remember that specific variant, but if a new one comes along, it may be harder to detect, which can lead to re-infection.
He says it’s very similar to how influenza changes every year.
So, what can someone do to help protect themselves? He says all the same precautions still apply –
like wearing a mask, social distancing when possible and regularly washing your hands.
The same goes for getting vaccinated and boosted.
If you've had COVID-19 more than once, you're certainly not alone.
Hear why he says it’s so important to keep up to date on vaccinations by watching the video.