Covid-19 vaccine: Today show host Karl Stefanovic over Covid jabs after ATAGI ... trends now
Karl Stefanovic says he's fed up with new Covid-19 jabs and voiced his concerns about vaccine complications after a new booster was recommended for some Aussies by the nation's immunisation advisory body.
Millions of Australians will be eligible for a fifth Covid jab from February 20 after the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (ATAGI) updated its advice on Wednesday morning.
All adults who have not had a booster or a confirmed case of Covid in the past six months will be permitted to get another jab.
Those at risk of severe illness – those aged over-65 years and younger adults who have medical comorbidities, disability or complex health needs - are recommended to get a booster dose in 2023.
However, the Today Show host declared he's 'done' with Covid vaccines and said he is far from the only one with top doctor and medical commentator Nick Coatsworth.
Stefanovic also expressed concern about potential health effects of the jab over contracting the virus itself.
Millions of Australians will be eligible to get a fifth Covid jab from February 20
'As you know, I'm not a glowing ambassador for more than two shots,' Stefanovic began.
'I've had Covid a couple of times and I'm done with the vaccine.
'There's a big chunk of Australia that is done and there's another chunk that is happy to keep having them.'
'Is it capable of fighting new strains, this vaccine?'
Dr Coatsworth conceded a fifth jab would only provide enhanced protection for 8-12 weeks.
'It is a very transient protection, it's not protection for life,' he said.
'That's the problem with these boosters and eventually we will have to stop with these recommendations for ongoing boosters.'
Stefanovic also voiced concerns about potential complications if he decides to roll up his sleeves for another jab.
Karl Stefanovic says he's 'done' with the Covid jab and is more concerned about potential complications from the vaccine
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