A trending social media post promotes the myth that COVID-19 vaccines reduce the body’s ability to produce white blood cells to defend against disease. The post includes a video with over 1.1 million views featuring an anonymous “Big Pharma whistleblower” who compares the supposed effect of the vaccines on the immune system to HIV/AIDS.
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The myth that COVID-19 vaccines weaken the immune system has persisted for nearly two years, hence the high risk level. Debunking messaging may explain that there is no scientific evidence to support the claim. Informational material may also explain that the vaccines don’t negatively affect immune cells or the immune system as a whole. Instead, they strengthen the immune system’s ability to fight COVID-19 infection. Fact-Checking Source(s):
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