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Countless coronavirus vaccination myths get shared on the internet. Some claim that getting a jab causes infertility, while others say it can manipulate human DNA. DW investigates.
Why COVID-19 vaccines can't change our DNA - DW fact checker Joscha Weber explains Claim: mRNA vaccines manipulate human DNA DW: False It is easy to get DNA and RNA confused, two similar abbreviations that relate to genetic material. But they're very different. DNA contains the genetic blueprint that determines our bodies' various traits. Viruses such as SARS-CoV-2 have RNA that stores their genetic material. But RNA is also found in the human body, and plays a role in protein synthesis. Viruses tap into this mechanism to reproduce in human cells. The human body, however, recognizes these in...
Article content I got the AZ shot. I haven’t died of a blood clot yet. But let’s see if I make it to the end of the column, shall we? (Justin Trudeau’s possibly hoping that I don’t.) We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or KINSELLA: Listen to scientists about AstraZeneca over conspiracy theorists Back to video The AstraZeneca vaccine hoopla or hysteria — take your pick — has been raging for days. It has now reached the point where approximately 10% of Quebecers are reportedly refusing to get the vaccine when they learn who manufactured it...
This is a transcript of episode 5 of The Conversation Weekly podcast, How climate change if flooding the Arctic Ocean with light. In this episode, two experts explain how melting ice in the far north is bringing more light to the Arctic Ocean and what this means for the species that live there. And we hear from a team of archaeologists on their new research in Tanzania’s Olduvai Gorge that found evidence of just how adaptable early humans were to the changing environment. NOTE: Transcripts may contain errors. Please check the corresponding audio before quoting in print. Dan Merino: Hello an...
Coronavirus vaccine: An expert guide to understanding trial results, roll-out and what happens next With vaccines being administered, here's a comprehensive look at where we are and what's to come The video will auto-play soon8Cancel Play now Never miss a thing from Belfast and beyond - sign up for FREE newsletter direct to your inboxInvalid EmailSomething went wrong, please try again later. Subscribe When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. OurPriva...