The former TOWIE star James Argent has received his first dose of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID vaccine. James is on the priority group because of being overweight and asthmatic. The star said previously that he could be in big trouble if get in contact with the virus. He has said that his weight is a huge problem, and he might have to go through heart problems, which his parents have suffered from. The reality star was pictured arriving at Essex’s GP surgery to receive the first dose of Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID vaccine.
Image Credit: Yahoo News UKThe BMI 40 or above with asthmatic and any other underlying conditions are eligible for this phase. James, in an interview, said that he is obese, and it could have serious implications on his heart. It is also a major concern for him, as his parents have suffered from heart problems. The star said that he is 26 stone right now, and it is dangerous for his health as it is dangerous territory. He said his father and mother have suffered from heart problems, and his father got a pacemaker to have serious implications on her heart. He said that people usually say that his weight could land him in trouble if he catches the COVID-19 virus. Therefore, it is intense, and there’s no room to take it for granted. He further added that he is always in search of finding a happy medium.
James Argent gets first dose of the COVID vaccine as he reaches 26-Stone. The star is already suffering from obesity, and he’s asthmatic. Therefore, he’s on the priority list for getting vaccinated. The star has received the first dose of the Oxford-AstraZeneca COVID vaccine. The vaccine has been rolled out last week and has entered into the next phase. Now, people underlying health conditions are being prioritized. James said last month that he needs to go through life-saving gastric surgery, as his doctor has said that his weight is in dangerous territory.