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Global vaccine safety misused to fuel an anti-vaccine narrative
The Infodemiology BriefWelcome to the Health Care Infodemiology Brief, a newsletter for clinicians and other health care providers. Scientific research is an important part of better understanding the safety and effectiveness of COVID-19 vaccines and is vital to help shape public health. But in the wrong hands, even legitimate data can be...
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Social media posts use new study to falsely claim that vaccines are not safe
NationalSocial media posts are using a new COVID-19 vaccine safety study with data from eight countries to falsely claim that the vaccines are not safe. The study confirmed a slightly increased risk of adverse reactions that had been previously reported, like myocarditis, pericarditis, and Guillain-Barré syndrome. Risk level: Medium Recommendation:...
Myth circulates that COVID-19 vaccination negatively impacts blood donation
NationalSeveral viral posts falsely claimed that COVID-19 vaccine recipients are ineligible to donate blood through the Red Cross. Days later, an audio clip of an alleged Red Cross official saying that blood is not separated by vaccination status has caused outrage. Risk level: Medium Recommendation: These types of posts may...
False claims and conspiracies spread amid rise in US measles cases
NationalMeasles cases in Florida and 14 other states prompted a spike in conversation across platforms about the disease and the measles vaccine. These conversations include a range of narratives, including accurate information, discussion about public health guidelines during a measles outbreak, and false claims. Much of the discourse about the...
Idaho bills promote vaccine exemptions for students
WestThe Idaho House Health and Welfare Committee voted to pass two bills regarding school immunization requirements and exemptions. One bill aims to extend school vaccine exemptions to 18-year-old students. The second bill would require school districts to inform parents about any available vaccine exemptions. Social media users are expressing concerns...
Wyoming bill revives false claims that COVID-19 vaccines contaminate blood
WestA Wyoming representative introduced a bill that would require blood donors to disclose whether or not they have received any mRNA COVID-19 vaccines. A popular social media post stated this bill would allow blood donation recipients to request “non-contaminated” blood. Risk level: Medium Recommendation: Social media posts referencing blood that...
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