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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From false health claims to misleading statements on immigration, politics and conflict—our expert team delivers impartial, evidence based fact checks.
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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Agenda 2030 conspiracy just describes UN sustainability goals
There is no evidence that Covid-19 is being used to usher in rules that will enslave humanity as part of Agenda 2030. 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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Nicola Sturgeon has not banned the Union Flag from Scottish government buildings
But she has instructed that the European flag be flown on a daily basis. 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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No evidence for drop in US sudden infant death syndrome cases
A Facebook post claims SIDS cases have fallen in the US by using a dataset which collects reports of a tiny fraction of the total. Read
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