MSNBC doctor: COVID booster essential for all above 6 months.
Public Health Expert Urges Boosters for All Ages
Public health commentator Vin Gupta has recommended that everyone over six months of age receive a booster against COVID. Speaking on MSNBC, Dr. Gupta emphasized the importance of boosters in light of new variants and a reported increase in cases across the country.
ANA CABRERA: “Who needs to get a booster and when?”
DR. GUPTA: “All of us need boosters. At six months of age and up – we’re gonna have boosters by the end of this month, hopefully.” pic.twitter.com/i0eXvo2Ef7
— Daily Caller (@DailyCaller) September 5, 2023
Dr. Gupta assured that the upcoming boosters will provide strong protection against the new versions of the virus. He also discussed vaccine recommendations for individuals over 60 and those at higher medical risk.
Recommendations from todays segment with @yasminv on @MSNBC : pic.twitter.com/gz0MDODPWh
— Dr. Vin Gupta (@VinGuptaMD) September 4, 2023
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention strongly recommends COVID vaccination for all individuals aged six months and older. It is crucial to stay up to date with vaccinations, according to the CDC.
Vaccine manufacturers Moderna, Pfizer, and Novavax are expected to release new versions of the jab this month, specifically targeting the Omicron spinoff XBB.1.5 for the fall.
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Despite the recommendations, Dr. Gupta faced backlash on social media, with some individuals expressing their refusal to follow his advice.
“Not getting a booster! It does not work! Left wing lies!” said Fox News contributor Leo Terrell. “We won’t give up our freedoms again. No more tyrannical vaccine or mask mandates,” said Rep. Andy Biggs (R-AZ).
Recent headlines have highlighted high-profile figures, such as Whoopi Goldberg and First Lady Jill Biden, testing positive for COVID. The White House confirmed that President Joe Biden has tested negative this week but will continue to take precautions.
Dr. Anthony Fauci, President Biden’s former chief medical adviser, was confronted in a CNN interview about a study questioning the effectiveness of face masks. While acknowledging differing opinions, Dr. Fauci emphasized the importance of individual responsibility and adherence to health recommendations.
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