Social media users spread inaccurate claims about vaccine effectiveness in light of Omicron

Social media users are using a preprint, non-peer reviewed study to falsely claim that Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines make people more vulnerable to infection with Omicron. Viral posts also claim that the public was lied to and that the vaccine does nothing to stop the spread of COVID-19. While it’s true that our current vaccines are less effective against Omicron, they still offer some protection, especially against serious illness and hospitalization. Studies have also shown that a third or “booster” dose offers significant protection against the new variant. 

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