5 Myths About COVID-19 Immunity 1. Myth: A flu shot makes you immune to COVID-19 Truth: Although coronavirus and flu symptoms are similar, a flu shot is not effective against COVID-19. 2. Myth: A family member had it but you didn't get it, so you're immune Truth: It's possible that you contracted the virus but were asymptomatic. If your family member wasn't tested, they might have had a different illness. 3. Myth: You have antibodies, so you're immune Truth: According to the CDC, "it's unclear if those antibodies can provide protection (immunity) against getting infected again." 4. Myth: You take lots of Vitamin C, so you're immune Truth: Supporting your immune health only helps your body fight the virus once you get it. It doesn't make you immune to it. 5. Myth: Wearing a face mask makes you immune Truth: Wearing a face mask protects others from being infected by you, not the other way around.
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