An article on a right-wing news site baselessly claims that Pfizer hid information about myocarditis risks from the public and that the company conspired with the U.S. government to commit “vaccine fraud.” The post also repeats the myth that COVID-19 vaccine clinical trials were rushed and skipped steps. The article has been widely shared on social media, with the most popular post racking up over 17,000 engagements.
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Pfizer documents show that the company followed FDA guidelines and that all appropriate measures were taken during the clinical trial and authorization process to ensure that the vaccine was safe and effective. Adverse events and deaths that occurred during the clinical trial period were reported to the FDA, including those that were unrelated to the vaccine. Informational materials may emphasize that vaccines have been rigorously tested to make sure that they are safe for all vaccinated individuals, including children, and that adverse side effects are extremely rare. Reminding people that millions have died from COVID-19 and that the vaccines are our best way to keep more people from dying is also recommended, as is explaining that a person is at a much higher risk of myocarditis from a COVID-19 infection than they are from the vaccine. Fact Checking Source(s):
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