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We debunk the latest vaccine misinformation each week in our Just the Facts: Correcting this week’s disinformation newsletter. Browse the other Just the Facts Newsletter Topics by clicking the link below:
The claim that 120,000 children died from COVID vaccines is unfounded, as excess deaths data do not specify causes, and higher excess deaths were observed in areas with lower vaccination rates.
The claim that COVID vaccines were intended to prevent transmission was clarified from the start, with the FDA stating that the initial authorization did not include evidence of preventing person-to-person transmission.
Vaccines undergo rigorous pre-licensure testing and post-licensure monitoring for safety.
Experts recommend a fall COVID booster for everyone, including the healthy, due to rising cases and ongoing risks.
The Swiss study found mild and transient cardiac effects after COVID vaccination, with the benefits of vaccination outweighing the risks.
The claim that vaccine-caused myocarditis will kill 75% of affected military members is false, as COVID poses a higher risk of cardiovascular injuries.
Baby Corbyn’s death is unlikely linked to vaccines, as there’s no evidence connecting vaccines and SIDS.
The claim that COVID vaccines cause “turbo” testicular cancer is baseless, lacking evidence or a plausible mechanism.
RFK Jr.’s claims about vaccines and autism, based on a flawed re-analysis of CDC data, are scientifically unsupported and highlight the pitfalls of data misinterpretation.
Bronny James’ cardiac arrest is unlikely linked to COVID vaccines, with cardiac events being a common risk for athletes, and COVID infection posing a greater risk for myocarditis than vaccination.