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The global COVID-19 vaccination campaign has led to measures in many countries that impose certain restrictions on the unvaccinated. Let’s take a closer look at whether this is a justified approach.

Despite the widespread availability of vaccines, only about 40% of the total population has chosen to get vaccinated. This means that not even half of the people are willing to be vaccinated.

So, 40% adhere to all the rules. Let’s assume that about 10% cannot get vaccinated for medical reasons; that leaves approximately 50% who consciously choose not to get vaccinated. Action is needed here because why should half of the population continue to live with many restrictions just because the other half refuses to be part of the solution?

In some countries, like ours in Austria, measures are in place where vaccinated individuals have more rights than the unvaccinated. This is actually intended to protect the unvaccinated from infecting each other.

Everyone can form their own opinion about such measures. I find it entirely understandable and justified, not just from a health perspective but also from an economic one.

Closing Words

For vaccinated people, the vaccination has practically ended the pandemic. Breakthrough infections are very rare, and even if an infection occurs, it is usually mild. The vaccine provides excellent protection against severe illness, strengthens the immune system, and it would be unreasonable and illogical not to get vaccinated.