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Some women felt encouraged by the growing research that shows the COVID-19 vaccine is safe during pregnancy, while others said they were hesitant to get a shot until there’s more data.
One expectant mother in Midvale hopes receiving the vaccine will help put her mind at ease while out in the community during her final trimester and after giving birth. Another mother in St. George was swayed to sign up for her first dose to protect herself while teaching at school now that people have become more relaxed in wearing masks after the statewide mandate was lifted.
Offbeat by Benedict Brook  Coronavirus has spawned almost as many wild theories as infections - from evil government plots to 5G towers transmitting COVID-19. Now, with the vaccine rolling out, another crop of misinformation is doing the rounds of social media. And it s making virus watchers shake their heads in dismay. According to some, mRNA vaccines - such as the US-German Pfizer-BioNTech jab - can lead pregnant women to miscarry. This, apparently, is due to people shedding the vaccine to those who have not had the shot. Epidemiologists have said there is no evidence to back up the fanciful claims and vaccine shedding is not a thing.
SA doctor confirms COVID-19 vaccine is not related to infertility, explains how the rumor started
Local expert answering KSAT viewer questions about whether the vaccine affects fertility, treatments
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SAN ANTONIO - – Across the nation, COVID-19 vaccine sites are reporting lower demand and some vaccine hesitancy, which is causing experts to speak up about misinformation.
For months, KSAT has been fielding questions from viewers about the vaccine, clearing up confusion and worry.
One of the vaccine-related questions KSAT viewers are asking the most is: Can the vaccine affect fertility?
The answer from every doctor KSAT has talked to, is a resounding “no.”
As a practicing obstetrician/gynecologist, one of the most frequent questions I get these days is: Should I get a COVID-19 vaccine if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?