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Does obesity lower vaccine immunity? if so, how much? would i still be protected against covid and the flu?

Q: does obesity lower vaccine immunity? if so, how much? would i still be protected against covid and the flu?

: No, I do not think so. Take care.

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Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

No, I do not think so. Take care.

Answered 9/19/2023

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A member asked:

Does obesity lower vaccine immunity? if so, how much? would i still be protected against covid and the flu?

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