A video is being shared in which an (unverified) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) claims that there were zero fatalities from COVID-19 in the nursing home he works in, until COVID-19 vaccinations began. Vaccine opponents on social media are hailing him as a hero and calling for more healthcare workers in nursing homes to come forward and act as “whistleblowers.” Some social media users have stated that in remaining silent, healthcare workers are allowing their government to commit “geriatricide.”
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Addressing this misinformation could distract from priority talking points. Continuing to promote the safety and efficacy of COVID-19 vaccines, including the reporting and investigation of all adverse events following vaccination, is recommended. Fact Checking Source(s):cdc.gov, news.yahoo.com, vaers.hhs.gov
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