Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine will not change your DNA
This is a common myth about mRNA vaccines, which give instructions to cells, but do not change their DNA. 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.
Covid-19 is not a rebrand of flu
Although sometimes flu and Covid-19 have similar symptoms, they are different illnesses caused by different organisms. Read
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There is no evidence that people are dying from the Covid-19 vaccine
Some deaths and serious events have been recorded after vaccination, but none because of it so far Read
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Health
Are 3 in 10 people failing to isolate?
Keir Starmer’s claim about self-isolation comes with many caveats. Read
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Economy, Business & Finance
Guardian report on public opinion about job losses needs context
A survey found 47% of the population think job performance is an important factor in recent job losses, not necessarily the main reason. Read
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Health
The link between vitamin D and Covid-19 is complex
Some studies have shown an association between vitamin D and coronavirus infections. Read
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Government advise special precautions for disposing of infectious PPE
In some places such as hospitals PPE is also disposed of as clinical waste. Read
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A fake Metro cover shares false vaccine information
The real front page of the Metro on 16 February was completely different. Read
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There is evidence vaccines reduce risk of Covid-19 illness
Being ill with Covid-19 and getting infected by the virus that causes it are not the same thing. Read
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There are no human cells in the AstraZeneca vaccine, and it won’t give you a chimpanzee virus
A post on social media makes claims about viruses from chimpanzees and human foetal cells in AstraZeneca vaccine. Read
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Evidence you can rely on
Fact checking claims made by politicians, public figures and viral online content can give you the full picture backed by the evidence.
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