Are COVID-19 vaccines safe for cancer patients?
Despite the limited data, medical groups, doctors, and cancer experts are pushing for vaccination of most cancer patients
The American Cancer Society (ACS) has revealed that there is a general consensus that vaccines are considered safe for most cancer patients. However, the health society admitted that there is still not much data on whether the vaccine will be effective for patients with cancer. What the body suggests is for cancer patients to discuss their options with their doctor.(...)
Dr. Makaroff told CNN that every cancer patient's situation is somewhat a bit different. While the COVID-19 vaccine is safe for the patient, she stressed the importance of having a conversation with the health care provider to make a proper determination on the right time to be vaccinated.
Despite the limited data, medical groups, doctors, and cancer experts are pushing for vaccination of most cancer patients, especially those who are considered at very high risk during the pandemic.
Dr. Brian Koffman, the medical officer for CLL Society said that the potential benefits of the vaccine for cancer patients far outweigh the risks. CLL Society is a group which represents those patients who are suffering from chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
Patients with CLL who develop COVID-19 have a high risk of hospitalisation, hence, vaccination may thwart the risk. Those with CLL have a weakened immune system, putting them at the high-risk group.
The American Cancer Society (ACS) has revealed that there is a general consensus that vaccines are considered safe for most cancer patients. However, the health society admitted that there is still not much data on whether the vaccine will be effective for patients with cancer. What the body suggests is for cancer patients to discuss their options with their doctor.(...)
Dr. Makaroff told CNN that every cancer patient's situation is somewhat a bit different. While the COVID-19 vaccine is safe for the patient, she stressed the importance of having a conversation with the health care provider to make a proper determination on the right time to be vaccinated.
Despite the limited data, medical groups, doctors, and cancer experts are pushing for vaccination of most cancer patients, especially those who are considered at very high risk during the pandemic.
Dr. Brian Koffman, the medical officer for CLL Society said that the potential benefits of the vaccine for cancer patients far outweigh the risks. CLL Society is a group which represents those patients who are suffering from chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
Patients with CLL who develop COVID-19 have a high risk of hospitalisation, hence, vaccination may thwart the risk. Those with CLL have a weakened immune system, putting them at the high-risk group.
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