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Dr Ranjan, as quoted in a News18 report, stressed the need for booster doses targeting Omicron-related variants of the virus as they are critical in reducing hospitalisation, severe disease and death. He also noted that boosters may be less effective in preventing mild or asymptomatic infections.

The AIIMS professor said that booster doses may not be necessary immediately, but those who have not received it over a year ago should be encouraged to take one to boost waning immunity. “Updated monovalent vaccines targeting JN.1 or closely related strains are expected to offer protection against severe disease caused by LF.7 and NB.1.8,” the report quoted the doctor.

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