A pop star made headlines after telling her fans on social media not to be “bullied” into getting the COVID-19 vaccine and claiming that her cousin’s friend in Trinidad developed swollen testicles and became impotent after getting vaccinated. Trinidad’s health minister has said that no such post-vaccination adverse events have been reported in the country. Although the singer’s claim was quickly debunked by doctors who noted that there is no evidence that the vaccine affects fertility or erectile function, the incident highlights the pervasiveness of some of the most persistent COVID-19 vaccine myths.
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Because the singer has such a large following, misinformation around vaccines and fertility issues has spread quickly. Ensuring that educational materials address fertility concerns is recommended. Fact Checking Source(s): AFP, Politifact, Factcheck.org
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