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LeBron James says he got the COVID vaccine despite initial skepticism: "I felt like it was best suited for not only me but my family"
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LeBron James on Tuesday said he received the COVID-19 vaccine despite his initial skepticism. The Los Angeles Lakers star spoke with reporters on the Lakers' annual media day for the upcoming season, saying he and his family got the vaccine after he did his own research.
"I think everyone has they own choice — to do what they feel is right for themselves and their family and things of that nature," he said. "I know that I was very (skeptical) about it all but after doing my research. I felt like it was best suited for not only me but for my family and my friends."
When asked if he felt the need to promote the vaccine, James said he only felt comfortable speaking about his and his family's choices.
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