A U.S. congressperson known for promoting COVID-19 vaccine misinformation alleged that COVID-19 vaccination is responsible for an increase in miscarriages and stillbirths. There is no credible evidence to support this claim.
The high-profile nature of this misinformation and its potential to increase vaccine hesitancy elevates its risk. Debunking messaging may emphasize that all available evidence shows that COVID-19 vaccination is safe for those who are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Emphasizing that dozens of studies in multiple countries have shown that COVID-19 vaccines have no negative impact on pregnancy outcomes is also recommended.
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