Tag: covid reinfection

COVID-19 reinfection is mild in children and adolescents

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

What is the likelihood of reinfection and the outcome of a COVID-19 infection in a child or adolescent? A recently released preprint study of COVID-19 reinfection in children and adolescents answered that question. The authors of the preprint study are from several countries: The Centers for Disease Control and the Institute of Public Health in…

Ten Studies showing a low risk of COVID-19 reinfection among unvaccinated

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

A FaceBook friend asked me what is the chance of reinfection if you recovered from COVID-19. A quick search revealed many studies that show a low risk of infection. I answered her and made this article. The studies are listed in no particular order. Emphasis added. 1. Re-infection Rates among Patients who Previously Tested Positive…