The New COVID-19 Vaccine: Controversy Surrounds Updated Shot, According to Florida Surgeon General
Health care providers and participating pharmacies are now offering the new COVID-19 vaccine, recommended for individuals aged 6 months and above by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). However, not all health experts agree with this recommendation. Dr. Joseph Ladapo, Florida’s surgeon general, expressed his concerns about the updated COVID shot in an interview with Fox News Digital.
Dr. Ladapo criticized the CDC’s recommendation, stating, “It’s just a really terrible idea, and it’s remarkable and really spellbinding that [the CDC] would make that kind of recommendation in the absence of evidence.” He specifically referred to the absence of clinical trials for the new vaccine that could have been conducted by Pfizer or Moderna if compelled by the FDA and CDC.
In addition to the risk of myocarditis (inflammation of the heart muscle), Dr. Ladapo highlighted other potential side effects of the vaccine. He mentioned the concept of “negative effectiveness,” where contact between vaccinated individuals can decrease the effectiveness of the vaccines. According to multiple studies, vaccine effectiveness appears to diminish after a few months of boosters. Dr. Ladapo expressed concern about the impact of COVID-19 vaccines on immunity and the increased risk of infection.
Another potential risk highlighted by Dr. Ladapo is the presence of spike protein in the body for up to six months after vaccination. The spike protein helps the entry of the virus into healthy cells. He questioned the long-term effects of the spike protein presence and raised safety concerns regarding the use of these vaccines.
Dr. Ladapo mentioned a 2022 study published in the journal Vaccine that reported a 16% higher risk of serious adverse events in mRNA vaccine recipients. He emphasized the need to pause and gather clinical evidence before recommending these vaccines to any population.
As a physician, Dr. Ladapo expressed his discomfort in recommending the new COVID vaccine due to the absence of clinical data. He emphasized the importance of protecting oneself by maintaining a healthy lifestyle and using safe medications. He lamented the push for vaccinations without sufficient evidence and described it as an insult to humanity.
Dr. Marc Siegel, a clinical professor of medicine at NYU Langone Medical Center, recommended the vaccine for higher-risk individuals, such as children, elderly people, and those with underlying health conditions. He stated that the virus itself poses more significant concerns than potential vaccine side effects.
Individuals who recently had COVID or experienced adverse reactions to previous vaccines may consider avoiding the new COVID vaccine, according to Dr. Siegel.
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Melissa Rudy is a health editor and member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital.
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