- Almost 3 percent of insured U.S. adults under the age of 65 take medications that suppress the immune system.
- The prevalence of these medications is a problem because they may reduce the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccinations.
- Experts suggest we may be able to get around this problem by changing the timing of medications or giving booster shots to these patients.
- It’s a good idea to get vaccinated, however, since the vaccine can still provide some protection.
- Immunocompromised patients are recommended to continue to follow precautions such as handwashing and physical distancing even after being vaccinated.
Researchers at Michigan Medicine have found that almost 3 percent of insured U.S. adults under age 65 take medications that
This is important because taking these medications may increase a person’s risk of COVID-19 symptoms and hospitalization if they contract the virus.
There is also growing evidence that these drugs may reduce the efficacy of COVID-19 vaccinations.
Source: healthline