A registered nurse practitioner has claimed in a video that mRNA technology, such as that found in COVID-19 vaccines, will teach the body to attack itself, leading to the development of autoimmune disease. The video has been seen hundreds of thousands of times on social media.
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While addressing this misinformation could distract from priority talking points, updating FAQ’s and informational resources to explain the science and role of mRNA in vaccines is recommended. There continues to be substantial confusion among the public, and among health professionals, regarding mRNA. Fact Checking Source(s):apnews.com
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