Several 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.
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Responding to this false claim may detract from priority talking points. However, due to its widespread circulation, organizations may wish to address the misinformation. Emphasizing that there are no restrictions or waiting periods for people who received any COVID-19 vaccines authorized in the U.S. and clarifying that Red Cross policy requires people who received live attenuated vaccines to wait two weeks before donating blood is recommended. Fact-checking sources: Full Fact, AP News
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