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Friday, 07/30/2021 3:51:18 PM

Friday, July 30, 2021 3:51:18 PM

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Not a big picture nor a public health girl, are ya.


VERIFY: Yes, COVID-19 has a 99% survival rate but numbers don't tell the whole story

It's a common claim from some who think the COVID-19 vaccine is not necessary, but do the raw numbers tell the full story?

https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/verify/verify-covid-19-survivability-rate/275-a4cda9a3-4a33-49f2-8977-6d2b5265d8a8

Dr. Katie Passaretti, an infectious disease specialist with Atrium Health, says that 99% contains a wide variety of unpleasant, and even near-fatal experiences, including long-term hospital stays, and lingering effects, even after mild infection.

"So-called long-haulers after COVID that are healthy people but have the consequences of COVID that can last," Passaretti describes. "Yes, they survived, but it impacts quality of life, function and what-not."

She reminds, there is also a bigger picture too, and said the vaccine is important to not only increasing chances of surviving but also surviving well.

"This isn't just about the individual," Passaretti said. "It's about protecting the community and those most at risk in our community."

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