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I Am 52, Male And Got J&J Shot On 3/31.
Question: I am 52, male and got J&J shot on 3/31. I have appt tomorrow for the booster, but am fearful of gbs. should I get it?
Brief Answer:
You should get the second shot
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Yes, you should get the second shot.
A single dose has an efficacy of 66.9%.
You should get the second dose for more protection.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
You should get the second shot
Detailed Answer:
Hello dear,
I read carefully your query and understand your concern.
Yes, you should get the second shot.
A single dose has an efficacy of 66.9%.
You should get the second dose for more protection.
Hope my answer was helpful.
If you have further queries feel free to contact me again.
Kind regards!
Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
General &Family Physician
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