With the emergence of the delta variant driving new breakthrough infections, some are wondering what impact the strain may have on reinfection rates. In the …
With the emergence of the delta variant driving new breakthrough infections, some are wondering what impact the strain may have on reinfection rates. In the fall, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advised that some cases of reinfection are expected, but « remain rare. » However, that guidance published by the agency was last updated in Oct.2020, which was prior to the vaccination rollout and before the discovery of the delta variant. The frequency regarding reinfection is not well known, one expert warned, and is difficult to track.
