The CDC says that some immunocompromised people may need a fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose. People who received a third dose after the initial regimen may be able to get a fourth dose for additional protection against the coronavirus.
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Updated on October 27, 2021 at 1:45 p.m. PDT
  • The CDC says that some immunocompromised people may need a fourth COVID-19 vaccine dose. People who received a third dose after the initial regimen may be able to get a fourth dose for additional protection against the coronavirus.
  • COVID-19 cases in the U.S. have declined by 60% since the peak of the Delta surge, according to the Washington Post. The U.S. is currently averaging around 70,000 cases per day.
  • The CDC has added mental health conditions as potential risk factors for severe COVID-19. People with conditions including depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia may be at risk for severe outcomes if they develop COVID-19.
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