Omicron Threat: Who Should take a Booster Dose?

Those who have low immunity are recommended to take a booster dose. Not only has the corona revolutionized our normal life for the past 2 years, but various corona variations have also emerged and now all people are getting used to being with the corona. It was during this time that news of the highly malignant variant Omicron struck all nations of the world. Although the impact of this new variant in india has not yet been felt, the authorities are taking all necessary steps to ensure that there are no vulnerabilities. However, the concern over this variation is a bit high. And Moderna CEO recently shared that vaccines against Omicron may be less effective.

The panic among all the people has increased even more since hearing this. In such a situation, the need for a booster dose is being questioned. Even those who have been vaccinated in the first phase of the corona vaccine drive are wondering if it is time to get the booster dose.

Dr. Agam Vora, a cardiologist at the Vora Clinic in Mumbai, said: “While the SARS-CoV-2 virus is still around us, with the corona vaccine, people have returned to normal work and business. At the same time, despite the vaccine doses, many questions remain about the level of immunity.

Furthermore, the level of immunity can be determined by antibody testing 14 days after the second dose. It is also important to talk about the need for a booster dose. Vaccines are indeed effective in preventing serious infections and deaths. At the same time, they are not 100 percent effective in acquiring or stopping the spread of the virus.

It also weakens the immune system at regular intervals. Therefore, testing for antibody levels can help you understand your body's immune status. This will help determine the need for a booster dose. It is important to check the antibody level and give a booster dose, especially in high-risk people.