Today’s episode: The one about the strokes after COVID-19 vaccine. An unscientific study misusing Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) data has arisen from the crypt. The study jumps to alarming conclusions and even calls for a global halt on COVID-19 vaccines. Conspiracy theorists on social media snapped up the authors' dramatic claims and exaggerated risk with sensational figures. As in so many cases of deliberate generation of disinformation, this baloney has gone viral.

Amidst the post-COVID vaccine world, a curious term, "Turbo Cancer," has emerged in anti-vaccine circles. The claim? That mRNA vaccines are causing an epidemic of fast-growing, aggressive cancers. However, let’s dive into the science and show why this doesn’t hold up.

mRNA vaccines have revolutionised the fight against infectious diseases, offering rapid production and strong immune responses. But how are they made, and what about safety concerns? Let’s break down the process.

The "Plasmid-gate" theory claims mRNA vaccines are tainted with DNA that can alter human genes or cause cancer. This post debunks these misconceptions and explains why these claims fall short of scientific credibility.

A growing body of research indicates that COVID-19 vaccines not only reduce the incidence of infection but also significantly decrease all-cause mortality among vaccinated individuals compared to those who are unvaccinated.

Vaccines are a cornerstone of public health, providing protection against many infectious diseases. Vaccine safety monitoring is an important aspect of ensuring that vaccines are safe and effective. In this blog, we will discuss observed versus (vs.) expected observational studies, which are commonly used tools to actively monitor vaccine safety.