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Safety of COVID-19 Vaccines for Pregnant People or Those Wanting to Get Pregnant

CDC recommends COVID-19 vaccines for all individuals aged 6 months and older. COVID-19 vaccines are safe to get while pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to get pregnant.  Studies involving thousands of women have found that the COVID-19 vaccines do not cause fertility issues and will not affect anyone’s ability to get or stay pregnant. These studies have also shown that the benefits of vaccination in...READ MORE

How to Talk to People Who Don’t Believe in the Benefits of Any Vaccine

The science is clear that vaccination saves lives. But there are still people who do not want to be vaccinated against COVID. Some people do not want to be vaccinated because they are concerned about things they have heard about vaccine ingredients; they are afraid of the side effects; they do not want government or their employer to force them...READ MORE

Belief That COVID-19 Is Just a Hoax

There is a myth that COVID-19 is a hoax or that the disease is not very dangerous, that it’s just like the flu. These beliefs are not supported by evidence. COVID-19 is a deadly disease that can have long-lasting negative health outcomes....READ MORE

Common Myths About COVID-19 Vaccines (with Corrective Info)

Responding to the COVID-19 pandemic has proven difficult due to widespread misinformation (or misunderstandings) and disinformation (or deliberate falsehood) about the virus, especially online such as though social media, as well as on the radio or TV. Here are some examples of untrue beliefs about vaccines: It is important to seek out information about COVID-19 from trusted sources of information,...READ MORE

How to Communicate With Family or Friends About Getting Vaccinated

Speaking with people you love about a topic like vaccines can be tough. When attempting to engage loved ones in a conversation about vaccines there are some general tips to keep things positive and hopefully help share information about vaccines that can lead to more people getting vaccinated. Some tips include: Don’t get discouraged and keep trying next time...READ MORE