The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends that everyone who has not yet received the Covid-19 vaccine should get vaccinated. writes about this TASS Citing Maria van Kerkhove, Acting Director of the WHO Department of Epidemic and Pandemic Preparedness and Prevention.
In the traditional question-and-answer session broadcast on the social network X (formerly Twitter), he reminded that the SARS-CoV-2 virus continues to spread in every country and still poses a threat.
However, according to him, the population now has a higher level of immunity, which helps protect against serious diseases. Kerkhove noted that it is necessary to remain vigilant as the virus continues to spread, evolve and change. He also stated that wearing masks in crowded places, improving indoor ventilation and physical distance are important protective measures.
Kerkhove emphasized that the currently available vaccines have a high level of safety and prevent serious diseases, and strongly recommended that those who have not yet been vaccinated should be vaccinated. He also drew attention to cases of simultaneous infection of Covid-19 and influenza and called for vaccination against both Covid-19 and influenza.
He recommended wearing masks in crowded places when traveling due to the upcoming Christmas and New Year holidays.
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