My BMI qualifies me for a COVID-19 vaccine. Should I get it? TODAY 3/3/2021 Kerry Breen
As the vaccine rollout continues across the country, eligibility is expanding to include younger age groups and those with medical conditions, including high body mass index (BMI).
However, on social media, many people who qualify based on BMI are grappling with vaccine guilt, feeling like they might be taking doses of the vaccine away from someone who might be more deserving. After a viral Twitter thread highlighted the possible health risks of COVID-19 faced by people with obesity, many chimed in on the discussion.
PA has BMI 30+ in group 1A, which was a blessing, but oooh boy did the otherwise polite and apolitical vaccine locating groups have some words about fat people skipping line . I go for 2nd dose this Sunday. I struggled with guilt and shame, comments like this help so much PittsburghBirdNerd (@BirdPittsburgh) February 24, 2021