The people found to be most at risk of Covid

Eris: New COVID-19 coronavirus variant detailed Those most vulnerable to Covid in society were advised to get numerous Covid booster vaccinations. Yet, enlightening research – led by Imperial College London – has identified a sub-section of people who had no antibodies after three vaccinations. Dr Michelle Willicombe from the Department of Immunology and Inflammation explained the rationale for the MELODY study. “We know from previous research that people who have a weakened immune system were more likely to catch COVID-19. “They were also more likely to need to go into hospital for treatment or die from COVID-19.” Some people would benefit from more Covid vaccines Dr Willicombe explained: “Vaccines trigger the immune system to make antibodies. “But if your immune system is weak, you may not produce enough antibodies needed to fight infection and prevent serious illness.” For the MELODY research project, doctors and researchers – from numerous institutions – drew conclusions based on more than 23,000 study participants. Those who have a suppressed immune system could enrol in the research if they had at least three Covid vaccinations. Participants did a finger-prick test SUBSCRIBE Invalid email We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you’ve consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. More info More than 23,000 people took part by doing a home finger-prick antibody test and reporting the results on the online portal. One in five participants who had a solid organ transplant, a rare autoimmune disease, or blood cancer affecting lymphocytes had no Covid antibodies after three or more vaccinations. Vulnerable groups most likely to have no Covid antibodies: Those who’ve had a solid organ transplant Blood cancer affecting lymphocytes Rare autoimmune disease Some medications that weaken the immune system also reduce the likelihood of having antibodies. Trending