JAMA research letter used in part to ask the question, “How effective are the coronavirus vaccines for those who are immunocompromised?” More reason for everyone else to get vaccinated to protect them from Covid.

Dr. Barry Dworkin

Medical Mythbusting Commentary for May 21, 2021

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Source:
Coronavirus vaccines may not promote an immune response in those with certain medications or underlying conditions

References:
Prevalence of Immunosuppressive Drug Use Among Commercially Insured US Adults, 2018-2019
Antibody Response to 2-Dose SARS-CoV-2 mRNA Vaccine Series in Solid Organ Transplant Recipients

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