A South Africa-based organization that has opposed COVID-19 mitigation measures claims in a recent report that COVID-19 vaccination causes a “massive increase” in myocarditis. The claim is based on an analysis of VAERS reports of myocarditis after COVID-19 vaccination.
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There is considerable confusion over VAERS and other self-reported adverse vaccine tracking systems. In addition, anti-vaccine groups, conspiracy groups, and individuals practicing armchair epidemiology use this information in inappropriate ways. Public health talking points should continue to regularly promote vaccines and their safety and efficacy, and familiarity with systems like VAERS and Yellow Card is encouraged for public health communicators. Fact Checking Source(s):
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