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[–] 6 points 1 year ago (5 children)

Yes, but herd immunity only works above a certain level. Vaccinations are not 100% effective and not every doctor or nurse can have all vaccines due to their own health conditions.

I would expect doctors and their kids to be up to date on their vaccines though, probably following the best current advice rather than the requirements.

I know here in Australia, there are vaccines that are not in the required schedule that many doctors recommend for parents.

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  • [–] 3 points 1 year ago (4 children)

    Yes, but 95-97% effective is sufficient to usually keep one out of trouble. Extincting diseases is best, of course, but prsonally having a high level of immunity is still better that croaking because of a preventable infection.

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  • [–] 3 points 1 year ago (3 children)

    95-97% effective is just that. It doesn't work for 3-5% of those inmunised. Whether it reduces disease severity, hospitalisation and mortality are different questions with different stats.

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