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www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Coronavirus

Thousands Believe Covid Vaccines Harmed Them. Is Anyone Listening?

Covid-19 vaccines, while crucial for preventing hospitalizations and deaths, can also result in rare but serious side effects, leading to significant long-term consequences for some individuals. [ more ]
Poynter
3 weeks ago
Coronavirus

A New Jersey doctor's office notice not proof of COVID-19 vaccines' danger to young athletes - Poynter

A doctor's office notice in New Jersey sparked concerns about COVID-19 vaccines and student athletes, but scientific studies show no link between vaccinations and increased risk of cardiac arrest. [ more ]
Futurism
3 weeks ago
Coronavirus

Conspiracy Theorists Said People Who Got the COVID Vaccine Would Be Dropping Like Flies. That Hasn't Remotely Happened

COVID-19 vaccines are not linked to cardiac deaths in young men, debunking conspiracy theories. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Coronavirus

Cheaper private Covid jabs may end up as costly as pricier ones, say experts

Cheaper private Covid jabs given in groups of five can end up being as expensive as pricier options, widening inequalities.
Novavax vaccine, although effective and cheaper, poses challenges due to each vial containing doses for five people. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Coronavirus

Hypervaccinated' man reportedly received 217 Covid jabs without side-effects

A hypervaccinated German man received 217 Covid jabs without side effects.
His immune system showed fully functional response with higher antibody levels than those who received fewer vaccines. [ more ]
Ars Technica
3 months ago
Coronavirus

COVID shots protect against COVID-related strokes, heart attacks, study finds

Staying up to date on COVID-19 vaccines can cut the risk of COVID-related strokes, blood clots, and heart attacks by 50% in vulnerable groups.
The initial safety signal indicating a potential link between COVID-19 vaccines and strokes has since become statistically insignificant. [ more ]
time.com
2 months ago
Public health

Why It's So Hard to Get Kids Vaccinated Against COVID-19

Low demand for COVID-19 vaccines for kids is affecting the supply.
Pediatricians face financial risks in stocking COVID-19 vaccines for kids. [ more ]
New York Post
5 months ago
Public health

NYC launches $4 million COVID vaccine campaign targeting poor neighborhoods

Mayor Eric Adams' health team is launching a $4 million "vaccine equity" campaign to expand vaccine coverage in poorer communities.
The campaign aims to raise awareness of long COVID and its impact on health and wellbeing.
The targeted communities include Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 months ago
Public health

High Court gives green light for legal challenge over Covid vaccine disinformation

Junior doctor granted permission to proceed with legal challenge against GMC over failure to investigate a doctor making misleading statements about COVID-19 vaccines.
Junior doctor argues that doctors spreading misinformation erode public trust in the medical profession. [ more ]
Miami Herald
4 months ago
Coronavirus

Here's why Pfizer, Moderna COVID vaccines do not affect DNA, experts say

Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo is facing criticism from federal regulators for spreading unfounded safety concerns about Pfizer and Moderna's COVID-19 vaccines.
Ladapo claims that the vaccines could potentially affect people's DNA and raise concerns about a possible cancer risk, but the FDA and vaccine experts have dismissed his claims. [ more ]
time.com
5 months ago
Coronavirus

The Updated COVID-19 Shot Works on the Newest Variants

COVID-19 vaccines may still provide protection against emerging variants of the virus.
The XBB.1.5 vaccine seems to generate strong antibodies that can neutralize multiple variants, including HV.1 and HK.3. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
Coronavirus

GOP presidential hopefuls use Trump's COVID record to court vaccine skeptics

Former President Trump has criticized the use of COVID-19 vaccines while also taking credit for their development.
Republican presidential candidates are adjusting their messaging to appeal to vaccine-skeptical voters. [ more ]
Independent
5 months ago
Coronavirus

Does the Covid-19 vaccine affect menstruation and fertility? Here's what we know now

Covid-19 vaccines may be linked to changes in menstrual cycles and fertility.
Research is ongoing to determine the association between the vaccine and menstrual changes.
High reports of women experiencing heavier menstrual flow following vaccination. [ more ]
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