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Originally Posted by Koapaka
We have had exactly ZERO shots and avoided it as well...what makes you think anything you have had (so far) is the reason you have not been infected?????
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IMO: I have not been hit by a car crossing the street but I still look both ways every time (as insurance!). Clearly the vax does not prevent covid but it does lessen the severity if it is contracted. And…there are documentated cases (in fact just saw one on the local news last night) about people with even mild covid symptoms suffering from longer term after effects (including balance issues, blood clots, lack of energy etc). Look at The Villages Newcomers (Jerry & Linda). They say they are not yet back to 100% more than 3 weeks after contracting covid with mild symptoms.
The rate of infection, especially severe infection went down consistently across the world as vaccinations increased. That correlation is good enough for me. Will I get / need a forth shot? Haven’t decided yet. I do get annual flu shots so maybe I’ll do an annual booster if that is recommended. Neither me nor anyone I know who was vaccinated has had severe reactions to the vaccine. On the other hand, you don’t get a ‘do-over’ if you forego the vaccine and become severely ill or worse yet, die. Not worth the risk to me.