A video clip of a U.S. congressperson known for promoting vaccine disinformation is trending online. The congressperson falsely claimed that “studies” show that COVID-19 vaccines are dangerous and shared anecdotes of alleged vaccine-related injuries and deaths. She also argues that children should not be vaccinated against COVID-19.
The high-profile source of the claim increases its risk. Debunking messaging may explain that there is no controversy among experts about the safety of COVID-19 vaccines because nearly four years of research have shown them to be extremely safe. Continuing to emphasize that there is no evidence of widespread COVID-19 vaccine injuries in any population, including children, is recommended.
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