Experts agree it’s a bad idea to try and catch Covid-19
Yes, immunity may be stronger after recovery from the disease, but medical experts strongly advise against intentional exposure. Here’s why.
Abigail Klein Leichman, a writer and associate editor at ISRAEL21c from August 2010 until her retirement in March 2024, moved to Israel in 2007. She has freelanced for a variety of newspapers and periodicals since 1984.
Yes, immunity may be stronger after recovery from the disease, but medical experts strongly advise against intentional exposure. Here’s why.
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