Experts say there is no truth to myth that vaccine can cause infertility and last updated 2021-05-18 16:05:49-04 CHICAGO â With 12 to 15-year-olds now cleared to get vaccinated against COVID-19, some are scrambling for appointments. But others are not convinced itâs safe. An online myth about whether the vaccines can cause infertility has been circulating. However, experts say thereâs no truth to the misinformation that is preventing some from getting vaccinated. Zoya Shaik, 14, has been doing her own research into the COVID-19 vaccines since March. She created her own website to help inform young people. âI'm talking about the side effects. A lot of the stigma, too, because that's a really big thing,â said the Lisle High School freshman.