But is it possible to get the latest vaccine while youre currently infected with COVID-19?
If you choose to wait, how soon after recovering from infection should you consider getting vaccinated?
Heres what experts have to say.
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If you have an active COVID-19 infection, you should not get the updated vaccine.
How Soon After an Active COVID Infection Can You Get the New Vaccine?
However, the CDC says it’s possible for you to wait three months if you’d like.
Also, you have a low risk of re-infection in the weeks to months following infection."
Plus, natural immunity alone won’t protect you fromnewer variants, which the vaccine is designed to do.
Can You Get Vaccinated Sooner?
Where Can You Get The Updated COVID-19 Vaccine?
you’re free to also find more information on updated COVID-19 vaccine locations near you by visitingvaccines.gov.
For the most recent updates on COVID-19, visit ourcoronavirus news page.
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