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If i am double vaccinated for covid and had delta 5 months ago, do i still need booster? how much more would it prevent me from getting omicron? are there increased risks of side effects from booster in my case? is it really needed if i just had it?

Q: if i am double vaccinated for covid and had delta 5 months ago, do i still need booster? how much more would it prevent me from getting omicron? are there increased risks of side effects from booster in my case? is it really needed if i just had it?

: A "booster shot" at an appropriate interval from your previous vaccine and the episode of "delta variant" (usually 4-5 months) is recommended to reduce likelihood of severe re-infection leading to hospitalization.

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A "booster shot" at an appropriate interval from your previous vaccine and the episode of "delta variant" (usually 4-5 months) is recommended to reduce likelihood of severe re-infection leading to hospitalization.

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Answered 1/22/2022

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A member asked:

If i am double vaccinated for covid and had delta 5 months ago, do i still need booster? how much more would it prevent me from getting omicron? are there increased risks of side effects from booster in my case? is it really needed if i just had it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Berryman answered

Dr Alagappan agreed

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