It’s not ‘anti-science’ to wear a face mask
Masks have been shown to reduce the spread of droplets and are therefore thought to help prevent onward transmission. Read
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Covid-19 fact checks
This page brings together Full Fact’s fact checks on Covid-19, covering common claims, vaccine safety and efficacy, symptoms, treatments, government policies, and misinformation. We review evidence, correct errors, and monitor evolving science to help you make informed decisions.
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Covid-19 vaccines don’t cause ‘a form of AIDS’
An article online makes the false claim the Covid-19 vaccines cause AIDS. Read
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Concerns raised about legitimacy of research linking vaccines and heart attacks
It’s been claimed new research shows a link between Covid-19 vaccines and heart attacks. The research has serious flaws. Read
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Vaccine requirement law for NHS staff in England could be enforced regardless of contracts
Claims that pre-existing requirements need to be in your contract for the changes regarding vaccination of NHS staff to apply are ‘incorrect’ according to the DHSC. Read
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A ‘government consultation’ isn’t skewing data on lockdowns
An anti-lockdown group heavily criticised the survey, which was run by YouGov, not the UK government. Read
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Children are more likely to die from Covid than vaccination
At least 25 children have sadly died from Covid in England alone, but we can find no evidence of a child dying as a result of the vaccine. Read
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Vaccines don’t cause Covid-19
There are various reasons why Covid case rates may be higher in countries with higher vaccination rates. It isn’t evidence vaccines cause Covid. Read
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The holes in face masks don’t mean they’re useless
Various studies have shown the effect of face masks on reducing the risk of viral infection. Read
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Claims about changes to Pfizer vaccine for children miss important details
A misleading article says a Covid-19 vaccine designed for children includes a solution used to stabilise heart attack patients. Read
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The wife of the Pfizer CEO did not die from its vaccine
This story is a fabrication. Myriam Bourla is alive and well. Read
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