A well-known vaccine opponent baselessly speculated that so-called “white lung” pneumonia may be linked to mRNA COVID-19 vaccines.
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False claims about the origin of recent pneumonia outbreaks in the U.S. and China are persistent and widespread. Debunking messaging may emphasize that there is no evidence that the pneumonia cases are associated with COVID-19 vaccines, and any claims to the contrary are speculation. Messaging may also highlight that the pneumonia cases have all been linked to known pathogens. Fact Checking Source(s): Health, WebMD
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