Virologist says chances of spreading COVID-19 after vaccination are very slim
By Logan Bagett on Tuesday, May 25th, 2021 in Eastern/Southeast Oregon News More Top Stories
JOHN DAY – We have all heard the term “herd immunity” many times over in the last year-and-a-half. Virologist Tim Hall who works with the Oregon Health Authority was in KJDY Studios recently, and explained that it’s achieved when around 70% of a population has antibodies from either getting vaccinated or getting the virus:
“When you have herd immunity, it’s not that you can’t get the virus. You could have COVID and get it again, but on your second go-around with it your ability to transfer that virus to another person is significantly diminished.”
Hall said it is possible to catch COVID-19 after one has been vaccinated, but it is not very likely:
“Once you’ve had that vaccine and you get COVID, your ability to transmit that virus to another person is a statistical anomaly. You have a better chance at winning the Megabucks.”
The OHA are giving Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccines today through Friday at the Fairgrounds parking lot. Hall also mentioned they’re giving away free food and Grant County Greenbacks to those who get vaccinated, as well as a Yeti cooler full of gear. That’s in addition to the state entries where vaccinated individuals have a chance at winning $10,000 or $1 Million.
