My BMI qualified me for the coronavirus vaccine. Why did I hesitate to schedule an appointment?
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CNN Associate Producer Madeleine Thompson shares her personal experience of getting vaccinated, and navigating the complex relationship between weight and health.
I live in New York state, which in February opened up eligibility to people with a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 30 or higher. When my roommate told me about BMI eligibility, I weighed myself for the first time in years and wasn't surprised to find I made the cut. I would've qualified before the pandemic, but -- ironically -- my extra Covid-19 pounds put me more solidly in range.More Related News