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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The Florida Surgeon General’s recommendation against COVID vaccines for young men is based on a flawed, unpublished analysis, while studies show that myocarditis risk from COVID is higher than from vaccines.
Anti-vaccine claims that the COVID vaccine causes various health issues lack evidence, while these conditions are actually linked to COVID itself.
Celebrity health issues and deaths in 2022 have been wrongly linked to vaccines without evidence, despite the actual causes being unrelated.
There is no evidence linking Celine Dion’s Stiff Person Syndrome to the COVID vaccine. The condition was identified long before the vaccine and affects 1-2 people per million.
mRNA vaccines are not gene therapy; they use gene therapy technology to elicit an immune response without altering DNA.
Accusing scientists of being influenced by pharmaceutical companies is a common tactic, but transparency shows that vaccine proponents like Dr. Peter Hotez have minimal financial ties compared to those promoting alternative treatments.
States with higher vaccination rates saw significantly fewer deaths, demonstrating the life-saving impact of COVID vaccines.
The benefits of COVID vaccination in young adults far outweigh the risks, despite claims to the contrary.
The nasal flu vaccine does not increase the risk of Strep A infections, as the study’s findings have been misinterpreted.
Bill Gates discussed the importance of preparing for future pandemics, noting that while COVID-19 had a lower mortality rate, it still caused significant deaths and highlighted the need for better global health cooperation.