Coronavirus Reinfection
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COVID-19 reinfection is rare, but more common in seniors, new study saysThe study found that people over the age of 65 had only 47 per cent protection against repeat infection, compared to 80 per cent protection for younger people.HealthMar 17, 2021
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How long does coronavirus immunity last? Some studies suggest monthsNew research shows antibodies in recovered COVID-19 patients lasting up to eight months after infection, which bodes well for future vaccines, experts say.HealthNov 19, 2020
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Two people in Europe reinfected with coronavirus months after 1st illnessThe development has fueled fears about the effectiveness of potential vaccines against the virus.HealthAug 25, 2020
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1st coronavirus reinfection case reported by researchers in Hong KongThe findings indicate the disease may continue to spread amongst the global population despite herd immunity, the researchers suggest.WorldAug 24, 2020
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South Korea experts say ‘reinfected’ coronavirus cases appear to be false positivesIn some cases, the tests may detect old particles of the virus, which may no longer pose a significant threat to the patient or others, scientists say.HealthMay 7, 2020
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Can you catch coronavirus twice? South Korea reports 91 recovered patients tested positiveSouth Korea reported that almost 100 patients thought to have recovered had tested positive again, sparking fears about reinfection. Here's why one expert says reinfection is unlikely.HealthApr 10, 2020
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