Past COVID-19 infection provides some immunity but people may still carry and transmit virus

Past COVID-19 infection provides some immunity but people may still carry and transmit virus People infected with COVID-19 in the past are likely to be protected against reinfection for several months, a Public Health England (PHE) study has found, although experts cautioned those with immunity may still be able carry the virus in their nose and throat and therefore have a risk of transmitting to others. 

See also:

• Policy paper: UK COVID-19 vaccines delivery plan Department of Health and Social Care
• Research and analysis: COVID-19: reported SARS-CoV-2 deaths in England Public Health England