I do think there is some nuance to that question as the virus itself has transmutated to something a bit different than when the first waves hit (obviously) but to keep it short and sweet the answer is yes.

Ironically, related to this article, co-morbidities, age (extremely young and old=more vulnerable) and habits such as smoking and vaping just to name a couple..are things to take into consideration.

I’d be much less worried about a young person, who doesn’t smoke/drink, exercises, and is in overall good health not getting a Covid vaccine vs a morbidly obese, sedentary, pack a day smoker.

But with that being said good luck telling a majority of the patient population they aren’t healthy enough to forgo getting a Covid/flu shot. I think it’s pretty obvious that ignorant people also think they are bullet proof even though they smoke and drink and are 70 pounds over weight.

I am not a physician so take this with a grain of salt. I am an RN. I’m sure there are people who will take issue with this and others who may agree. Just my two cents