There Is No Data Indicating that the COVID-19 Vaccine Is Unsafe for Pregnant Women
Truthfulness: False
Claim Publisher and Date:Social Media on 2021-02-25
Claims concerning the safety of pregnant women taking the Pfizer and Moderna s coronavirus vaccines are spreading on social media. For example, a post went viral about a doctor s miscarriage, implying that it was caused by a COVID-19 vaccine (the doctor herself has said this was misinformation). In truth, the miscarraige occured before she received the vaccine.
Dr. Justin Ortiz, who co-chairs the American Thoracic Society s Working Group on Vaccines said Pregnant women are at increased risk of severe COVID-19. Also, many women of childbearing age have increased COVID-19 exposure risks, including healthcare providers and other workers providing essential services. While data are limited, there are no preclinical or clinical data to date indicating an increased risk of COVID-19 vaccination adverse events during pregnancy. The c
No Evidence Vaccines Impact Fertility
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Q: Do the COVID-19 vaccines cause infertility?
A: There’s no evidence that approved vaccines cause fertility loss. Although clinical trials did not study the issue, loss of fertility has not been reported among thousands of trial participants nor confirmed as an adverse event among millions who have been vaccinated.
FULL QUESTION
A group of woman in their 20’s I know are not getting the vaccine. They are nurses and teachers. They say that the vaccine can cause infertility. Is this true?
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Angela Huggler
For expecting parents, there’s nothing quite like the anticipation of bringing new life into the world. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has caused additional concerns for women who are pregnant, have recently delivered a baby, or are breast-feeding. While there’s a lot of information out there, it’s important that you understand how to determine fact from myth when it comes to your health and how COVID-19 may affect your pregnancy and post-birth plans.
PREGNANCY AND RISK
Based on what we know at this time, there are no studies currently that indicate pregnant women are at greater risk for getting infected with the COVID-19 virus. However, according to the CDC, pregnant women with symptoms are at greater risk for severe illness from COVID-19 than people who are not pregnant. That includes a higher risk of needing intensive care, a ventilator, or a heart-lung bypass machine.
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