Unlike your assertion, we don't yet know if these vaccines prevent infection—called sterilizing immunity. May I also suggest not dismissing the history of problems with the Salk vaccine like this? Incorrect assertions & dismissing very real problems is also what breeds mistrust.
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Yes, this is an unknown — but it is an unknown with multiple strong priors. I'll bet you,
@zeynep, that three of the first three vaccines to receive approval in the US, EU, or UK *all*reduce transmission by ≥60%. Loser pays $500 to a charity of the winner's choosing.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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