CDC Now Working to ‘Pivot’ Language of Fully Vaccinated Definition

Since the COVID-19 vaccines became available, many health officials have been focused on getting all Americans to be fully vaccinated. During a Friday press briefing, CDC Director Walensky said the agency is working to “pivot the language” for being fully vaccinated to include boosters and update the definition. She explained that the goal is to ensure Americans are caught up on their vaccines. Data has found significantly lower case and death rates among those who have received their booster dose compared to unvaccinated individuals. According to the CDC, less than 40% of Americans eligible have received their booster dose.