There are claims circulating, such as those attributed to figures like Dr. Wahome, suggesting that COVID-19 vaccines are not true vaccines but rather “man-made viruses.”
However, these assertions have been widely debunked. COVID-19 vaccines, particularly the mRNA vaccines like those from Pfizer and Moderna, work by instructing the body’s cells to produce a piece of the spike protein found on the SARS-CoV-2 virus.
This teaches the immune system to recognize and fight the virus if it encounters it in the future, and they are not classified as viruses or gene therapy, as some critics claim.
Experts, including those involved in developing the vaccines, emphasize that mRNA vaccines cannot cause disease, modify your DNA, or spread like viruses.
Instead, they provide a strong immune response, and any risks associated with them are far outweighed by the benefits of protecting against severe illness from COVID-19.
Claims that these vaccines contain harmful substances or are experimental gene therapies are misinformation, as shown by clinical data and regulatory approval processes that demonstrate their safety and effectiveness.
It is important to rely on verified sources and scientific consensus when evaluating information about vaccines.
While all medical treatments carry some risk, extensive trials and real-world data indicate that the COVID-19 vaccines are safe for the vast majority of people and have played a crucial role in managing the pandemic globally.
Misleading claims can increase vaccine hesitancy and put more people at risk of severe illness from the virus.
