Is it necessary for individuals previously exposed to COVID-19 to receive a vaccination?
The city of Almaty has received a significant shipment of the "Sputnik V" vaccine, marking a crucial step in the ongoing vaccination process. The delivery, reported by Almaty.tv, brings 2050 doses of the vaccine to the region.
Meanwhile, specialists at a multi-profile medical center in the capital city have advised that those who have recovered from COVID-19 can still benefit from vaccination. This recommendation is based on the concept of "hybrid immunity," which combines natural immunity from recovery and the additional protection offered by vaccination.
For individuals who have recovered from COVID-19, the timing for vaccination is typically recommended after a certain period post-infection, usually around 3 months. Vaccinating after recovery can further reduce the risk of reinfection and severe outcomes, particularly for older adults or those at higher risk.
This advice is not new, as vaccination has been shown to save lives and add significant life-years, especially among older adults, even when some have prior immunity from infection. Hybrid immunity, resulting from infection plus vaccination, provides a stronger and more durable immune response than infection alone.
While the specific timing for vaccination after recovery may vary, standard public health guidelines generally recommend waiting until recovery and then vaccinating, often after about 90 days, to maximize benefits and avoid potential adverse effects.
The head of the department at the multi-profile medical center in the capital, Zauresh Smaгуlova, has suggested waiting six months after recovery before considering vaccination. This advice underscores the importance of vaccination as an additional layer of protection, even for those who have already recovered from the virus.
The vaccination process involves the body producing immunity (antibodies) in response to the vaccine, providing long-lasting protection against COVID-19 and its variants. With the delivery of the "Sputnik V" vaccine to Almaty, more individuals now have the opportunity to participate in this vital process.
- The head of the department at the multi-profile medical center in the capital city, Zauresh Smaгуlova, suggests that those who have recovered from COVID-19 should consider waiting six months before vaccination, as it may offer an additional layer of health-and-wellness protection.
- Science indicates that combining natural immunity from recovery and the additional protection offered by vaccination, known as hybrid immunity, results in a stronger and more durable immune response against COVID-19 and its variants, consequently providing better health-and-wellness outcomes.
