Shedding Covid

Shedding Covid - not everyone has antibodies

Immune response is complex

People who have had Covid-19 may not have antibodies that protect them from getting it again, according to a new study. The study, which was published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine, found that only 60% of people who had recovered from Covid-19 had detectable antibodies six months later. This is lower than the rate of antibody production seen in people who have been vaccinated against the virus.

Antibodies wane over time

The study's findings add to the growing body of evidence that the immune response to Covid-19 is complex and that antibodies may not be the only factor that protects people from getting sick again. Other factors, such as T cells and B cells, may also play a role in immunity to the virus.

Need for more research

The study's findings highlight the need for more research to understand the immune response to Covid-19 and to develop effective vaccines and treatments for the virus. In the meantime, people who have had Covid-19 should continue to take precautions to avoid getting infected again, such as wearing a mask, washing their hands frequently, and avoiding large gatherings.

Recommendations

• Get vaccinated.
• Wear a mask.
• Wash your hands frequently.
• Avoid large gatherings.

Conclusion

The immune response to Covid-19 is complex and that antibodies may not be the only factor that protects people from getting sick again. More research is needed to understand the immune response to Covid-19 and to develop effective vaccines and treatments for the virus.