Replying to @pgh_dude wearing masks does not weaken your immune system. It protects you from respiratory viruses. No one lives in a sterile environment. Our homes and food have germs we are exposed to daily. Critical thinking is important. Saying masks cause health problems is disinformation. KThanks.#maskswork #wearamask #misinformation #disinformation
I discussed the new SARS-COV-2 variant XBB.1.5 on @cbschicago news. This variant has the capability to evade prior immune defenses (from vaccines and previous infection) & also has an additional mutation which allows it to more easily attach to our cells. The good news is itās still omicron, and the bivalent booster protects us from severe illness, hospitalization and death. So get the bivalent, wear a mask in indoor crowds, and if you feel sick stay home #xbb #xbb15 #omicron #bivalent