By Michael Baker and Nikki Turner. of
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As the Christmas season looms, with its crowded end-of-year parties, family gatherings and busy travel schedules, many New Zealanders might be asking a now familiar question: should I get another COVID-19 booster?
After nearly four years of continuous Omicron circulation, each coming with a distinct summer wave, it is understandable to be weighing this up.
Many of us now have reasonable immunity to COVID, both from previous vaccines and from repeated contact with the virus. This may not stop us getting sick with a another COVID infection, but it makes it less likely that it would cause severe illness.
However, some groups particularly older people and those with significant medical conditions - continue to be at higher risk.
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